Following the tradition of game industry execs under the impression that saying something will magically will it into existence, here's Xbox CFO Dennis Durkin's take on Microsoft's first-party studio output: best there is. Sony and Nintendo aren't usually all that reality-based when it comes to … [Read more...] about Microsoft Has Best First Party Games
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PS3 Call Of Duty: Black Ops Annihilation, Finally Arriving On July 28th (video)
If you own a PS3 and have been waiting patiently for the release of the latest DLC content to arrive on your console, you are going to be delighted to learn that the new Call Of Duty: Black Ops Annihilation will be arriving on Sony's PlayStation 3 on July 28th. This release comes one full month … [Read more...] about PS3 Call Of Duty: Black Ops Annihilation, Finally Arriving On July 28th (video)
Sony’s PS3 Component Cable Feature Cut Explained
You might be aware by now that Sony views your continued use of component cables with a console that has a perfectly good HDMI port as something of an affront. Or at least, that's the way it's been portrayed in the press. The truth is only about 10% more complicated. You see, Sony has no problem … [Read more...] about Sony’s PS3 Component Cable Feature Cut Explained
Metacritic Drops “Crooked” Publication
This might not be news to veteran, jaded game journalists out there, but it's certainly news to us. Turns out that the site that everyone from EA to... not EA (we did mean everyone) uses to gauge a game's reception has very strict standards when it comes to journalistic integrity. "There are many … [Read more...] about Metacritic Drops “Crooked” Publication
Netflix Arrives On Nintendo’s 3DS Console
Netflix has today arrived on Nintendo's 3DS console, now enabling 3DS owners to watch TV shows directly from their consoles. This marks a significant step in the evolution of portable entertainment, merging the world of gaming with on-demand video streaming. Currently, the Netflix service is only a … [Read more...] about Netflix Arrives On Nintendo’s 3DS Console
2 Million Users Signup To Call Of Duty Elite Community Beta, Launching Today
Today marks the exciting launch of the new Call of Duty Elite community, and if you were one of the two million enthusiasts who applied to join the beta test team, keep an eye on your inbox. Emails are being sent out today at various times worldwide, so your invitation could arrive at any … [Read more...] about 2 Million Users Signup To Call Of Duty Elite Community Beta, Launching Today
THQ: Apple & Google Part Of Next Gen With Sony & Nintendo
We have to admit we were still harboring a sliver of hope that this whole Angry Birds dollar-game craze would blow over and the market could at one point get down to making some serious, thoughtful, and fleshed-out mobile gaming experiences. And while these are slowly trickling out, they are still … [Read more...] about THQ: Apple & Google Part Of Next Gen With Sony & Nintendo
Modern Warfare 3 Tested By Glitchers
While some game companies are outsourcing QA to the cheapest backwater they can find, Infinity Ward is apparently flying in career glitchers and exploiters to help with this year's money printer, Modern Warfare 3. "mapMonkeys are a community of gamers who have become infatuated with discovering and … [Read more...] about Modern Warfare 3 Tested By Glitchers
Wish Fulfilling Girl Gamer Necklaces Selling For Cheap
Okay, not 'cheap' but affordable. So over at Etsy, fount of many wonders, is a small outfit called Deadly Pretty Designs. What they specialize in are necklaces bearing gaming icons, like Lara Croft for example. Wouldn't you want Lara Croft hanging around your neck? To be honest, dear old Lara is too … [Read more...] about Wish Fulfilling Girl Gamer Necklaces Selling For Cheap
Amazon Kindle 3G AT&T Sponsored Version Announced For $139
Amazon already launched a sponsored version of their WiFi Kindle earlier in the year, which is available for a reduced price and comes with adverts. Now, they have also announced a 3G sponsored version of the Kindle 3, called the Kindle 3G with Special Offers. The Kindle 3G with Special Offers … [Read more...] about Amazon Kindle 3G AT&T Sponsored Version Announced For $139
Sony Ericsson Xperia Play Coming To AT&T
Sony Ericsson Xperia Play is already available in the US with Verizon Wireless, and now it looks like the Xperia Play is also headed to AT&T, although as yet there is no exact date on when the Xperia Play will be available with AT&T. AT&T recently showed off the Xperia Play at their … [Read more...] about Sony Ericsson Xperia Play Coming To AT&T
New Deus Ex: Human Revolution Trailer, Hits The Mark (video)
Eidos has released a new trailer for their upcoming game, Deus Ex: Human Revolution, which provides a better insight into what you can expect from the game. If, like me, you have lost a little faith in the franchise, this new trailer might bring you back onboard. It definitely made me sit up and … [Read more...] about New Deus Ex: Human Revolution Trailer, Hits The Mark (video)
