An earlier incarnation of God of War protagonist and tortured tragic hero Kratos was decidedly less Spartan and a lot more goth. A sketch posted on God of War designer David Jaffe's personal blog showing the character right before it was revealed to the world depicts a Kratos rocking spiky leather … [Read more...] about God of War’s Kratos Used To Be A Lot More “Smurfy”
Archives for 2012
Activision CEO Details Modern Warfare Dev Firings, CoD Film
Two years after kicking off and the better part of a year since it ended, the Infinity Ward shake-up that saw Vince Zampella and Jason West part ways with Activision and resulted in a massively publicized lawsuit is still news. In a New York Times interview, Activision CEO Bobby Kotick reveals more … [Read more...] about Activision CEO Details Modern Warfare Dev Firings, CoD Film
Windows 8 Store To Accept Game Submissions Rated 18+
It was never going to stand for long, but it's good to see Microsoft come to its senses and its strange Windows Store ban of mature games lifted. GTA IV and The Witcher are both making their way to Microsoft's newly walled garden to prove the claim, with more (and newer) releases expected to … [Read more...] about Windows 8 Store To Accept Game Submissions Rated 18+
Final Fantasy Theatrhythm Hits iOS Free With IAP
Formerly 3DS exclusive, Final Fantasy Theatrhythm is now available on the App Store as a free download. The rhythm take on the beloved franchise was well received on Nintendo's platform, where it shipped with 76 tracks as standard. The iOS version only has two songs available, but players have the … [Read more...] about Final Fantasy Theatrhythm Hits iOS Free With IAP
Maximo iSpO2 Connects to the iPhone and Measures the Amount of Oxygen in Your Blood
If you're the sort that always wants to know how your health is at any given time, a new accessory for the iPhone has turned up that will let you see how much oxygen is in your blood. The device comes from a company called Masimo and is the iSpO2. The device plugs into a 30-pin connector on the … [Read more...] about Maximo iSpO2 Connects to the iPhone and Measures the Amount of Oxygen in Your Blood
Leap Wireless and MetroPCS Announce Handset Financing Options
There are many good things about no contract carriers like Leap Wireless and MetroPCS. The biggest benefit is that you don't have to sign a contract and you can cancel whenever you want. This flexibility is particularly appealing to those who do not want to be tied down to a long-term commitment, … [Read more...] about Leap Wireless and MetroPCS Announce Handset Financing Options
Valve Launching GameFAQ-Like Steam Service Game Guides
Shortly after launching the Steam Community Market, which allows users to sell in-game items for Steam Wallet funds, Valve has introduced a new Steam Community service. This new feature, called Game Guides, enables players to create and post their own walkthroughs. These guides can include … [Read more...] about Valve Launching GameFAQ-Like Steam Service Game Guides
Microsoft Surface Headed To Third Party Retailers In The UK
Microsoft recently announced that they would start offering their Surface Windows RT tablet with third-party retailers in the US, and now it would appear that the device will also be available with other retailers here in the UK. According to the guys over at Pocket Lint, the Microsoft Surface will … [Read more...] about Microsoft Surface Headed To Third Party Retailers In The UK
The Witcher 2 And Batman: Arkham City Land In The Mac App Store
Two awesome games have finally made it on to Mac systems with the arrival of The Witcher 2 and Batman: Arkham City landing in the Apple Mac App Store today. The Witcher 2 from original developer CD Projeckt RED is currently on sale for $19.99 for a limited time, so don't delay. While Batman: … [Read more...] about The Witcher 2 And Batman: Arkham City Land In The Mac App Store
Windows Phone 7.8 Update Leaked For Lumia 800 And Lumia 510
Microsoft is expected to launch the Windows Phone 7.8 update sometime early next year. We have already seen the software running on a couple of devices, and now the Windows Phone 7.8 update has been leaked for the Nokia Lumia 800 and the Lumia 510. The guys over at MyNokiaBlog have managed to get … [Read more...] about Windows Phone 7.8 Update Leaked For Lumia 800 And Lumia 510
Steiger Dynamics LEET Gaming HTPC Range Launched
If you are in the market for a new PC and are looking for something a little different, you might be interested in the new LEET Gaming HTPC Range launched by Steiger Dynamics this week. Steiger Dynamics has created a range of awesome looking PC systems targeted exclusively towards gamers or … [Read more...] about Steiger Dynamics LEET Gaming HTPC Range Launched
New Company of Heroes 2 Multiplayer Trailer Released (video)
A new trailer for the upcoming Company of Heroes 2 World War 2 real-time strategy game currently in the process of being developed by Relic Entertainment and published by THQ. Following on from the original Company of Heroes game, the new installment will be set in World War II but will focus on … [Read more...] about New Company of Heroes 2 Multiplayer Trailer Released (video)
