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Posted May 23, 2012 at 1:47PM EST by Todd B Listed in: Xbox 360 Tags: legal stories, Microsoft, Motorola, xbox 360 250gb, xbox 360 4gb
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XBOXBAN1Microsoft had a pretty bad day in court yesterday—one that could bar the company from selling Xbox 360s in the United States.

 

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Posted May 11, 2012 at 10:15AM EST by Brett Huffman Listed in: Xbox 360 Tags: internet explorer, kinect, Microsoft
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microsoft-logoYou can already do a bunch of other crap on your Xbox 360 besides actually playing games, so why not a web browser. Let's hope you can still clear your history for when your wife comes snooping around.

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Posted May 9, 2012 at 8:45AM EST by Brett Huffman Listed in: Xbox 360 Tags: joule, kinect play fit, Microsoft, pressure sensitive controller
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pressure_sens_360controllerMicrosoft has a new patent on one nutty device and is rumored to be working on another for the next dashboard update. Which one's crazier?

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Posted May 7, 2012 at 11:30AM EST by Brett Huffman Listed in: PS3 Tags: ps move, SCE, sorcery
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sorceryThe guys making Sorcery are more excited about their Move controllers than anyone has a right to be. The rest of us will have to wait a few weeks to see what all the fuss is about.

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Posted May 6, 2012 at 12:30PM EST by Mr Ham Listed in: PS3, Xbox 360 Tags: al-shabaab, somalia, videogames can help
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somaliasmallHad your daily dose of videogames and crime? Well here's a slightly more upbeat story in the form of videogames keeping crime down.

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Posted Apr 30, 2012 at 5:30PM EST by Brett Huffman Listed in: PoV Tags: Sonic the Hedgehog, super mario bros, video game nostalgia
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super_mario_bros1We all like to look back fondly upon the game we played growing up. Hanging out with the kids in the neighborhood, playing Super Mario Bros or Sonic the Hedgehog to see who could get the furthest, etc. And we often like to say those were better days for video games. But is this reality or pure nostalgia?

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Posted Apr 8, 2012 at 10:34PM EST by Harrison E Listed in: Wii U Tags: wii u pricing, wii u production costs
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wiiu-thumb1With cheap parts from all over the world and a possible deadline, Nintendo might be skimping on it's consumers.

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Posted Mar 30, 2012 at 1:45PM EST by Todd B Listed in: PC Gaming Tags: alex hutchinson, assassins creed, Ubisoft
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acc1Ubisoft is advising players to pick up a USB controller for Assassins’ Creed III. Apparently, the old keyboard and mouse setup just isn’t working for them.

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Posted Mar 24, 2012 at 9:05AM EST by Harrison E Listed in: Wii U Tags: darksiders, darksiders 2, vigil games, wii u titles
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darksiders-logoLooks like next-gen may already have a port. It is nice to see some big games rumored to be in the mix.

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Posted Mar 9, 2012 at 2:32PM EST by Todd B Listed in: PS Vita Tags: Dreamcast, game heaven, phantasy star online 2, Sega
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phanvi1The long-delayed online game is no longer a PC exclusive.

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Posted Mar 8, 2012 at 10:45AM EST by Harrison E Listed in: PS3 Tags: ea games, EA Sports, grand slam tennis, grand slam tennis 2, review, sports games
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grand-slam-tennis-2-logoIs EA swinging with a good back hand or just throwing their tennis racket down and walking away?

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Posted Mar 7, 2012 at 11:30AM EST by Harrison E Listed in: PoV Tags: consoles, kinect, motion controls, playstation 4, psn, Sony, Steam, steambox, valve, xbla, xbox 720
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steam-largeSo while GDC is going on and rumours are flying everywhere there's something we need to weigh up.

 

 

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Posted Mar 4, 2012 at 10:15AM EST by Harrison E Listed in: PC Gaming Tags: Gabe Newell, GDC, steam box, steam rumors
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Valve could be announcing Steam Box at GDC
What in the hell is Valve doing?
GDC is going on at the moment and I have a few friends checking it out, pitching games and showing off their work but with all the rumours flying around at the San Fran convention, I'd hate  to be a Valve employee right now.
The great big PC developer and probably one of the only game studios who I respect and will follow till they release Half Life 3 and with the idea of making a console, looks like I better start saving up.
Steam Box is the tentative title that everyone is dubbing it on the interwebs but i tlooks like Valve may throw their hat into the console ring and I think that the only way it will sell is if they make Half Life 3 exclusive to PC and their console...it will be the highest selling console ever.
The rumours were fueled that the company have been toying with the idea of creating a proper set-top console that could pose a threat to not only current-gen but next-gen consoles. Valve co-founder recently told the guys at Penny Arcade that if they had to sell hardware, they will. This could easily just have meant Valve branded graphics cards or just some cool memorabilia like keyboards, mice or even headphones but if they make Steam Box...the world of video games may change forever.
The story was broken over the weekend withG The VergeGFC 

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Game Developers Conference is on and people are talking...

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Posted Mar 2, 2012 at 12:18PM EST by Listed in: PoV Tags: 3ds innovations, nintendo innovations, wii u innovation
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Why the innovative games company is headed for failure.
Nintendo is, by most accounts, one of the most innovative forces in the world of gaming. The company lays claim to breakthroughs like force-feedback technology, motion control, z-targeting and a whole host of other now-standard gaming mechanics. Unfortunately, Nintendo’s days of leading the pack are quickly coming to a close.
Nintendo has always performed well in the games marketplace because of its exclusive titles and accessible technologies. However, games aren’t really the future of the games industry. In 2012 and beyond, it’s not games that sell devices, but their multimedia capabilities. One of the fastest-growing groups of console owners is made up of people who primarily use their devices to watch Netflix, listen to music or rent movies.
Nintendo has failed to keep pace with its competitors in the realm of multimedia. And it has also failed to keep pace when it comes to online gaming (friend codes, seriously?). If the Wii U can’t make some major improvements to the way Nintendo delivers multimedia content and online gameplay, it’s simply not going to be the console of choice.
Consumers always flock to the device that provides them the most value. A large number of PS3 sales can be chalked up to Blu-Ray support, just as a large number of Wii sales can be chalked up to the initial hype concerning motion control. In the next console generation, the device with the most utility wins.
If Nintendo fails to recognize this trend, it’s going to find itself toppled from the throne faster than it can say “3DS Lite.”

mfninp1Why the innovative games company is headed for failure.

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Posted Feb 25, 2012 at 9:00PM EST by Mr Ham Listed in: Xbox 360 Tags: anniversary edition, xbox 360 bundle, xbox deals
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xbox31smallMmm, extremely full meals. Shame it's completely useless to me.

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Posted Feb 23, 2012 at 3:28PM EST by Harrison E Listed in: PS3, iPhone, iPad, Xbox 360 Tags: iron monkey, mass effect 3, mass effect infiltrator, me3 android, me3 ios, me3 preview
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me3-bannerHarrison E attended the Mass Effect 3 event and talked to the creators of Mass Effect Infiltrator, Iron Monkey

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Posted Feb 22, 2012 at 7:30AM EST by Harrison E Listed in: PS3 Tags: kinect, ps3 patent, Richard Marks, Sony, sony 3d, sony patent
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sony3dglassesWhat some are calling Kinect-like, some are calling a "three-dimensional interactive gaming environment", I think I'm calling it crazy till I see something actually turn up.

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Posted Feb 19, 2012 at 9:15AM EST by Harrison E Listed in: PS3 Tags: e3, Jack Tretton, ps3 rumors, ps4 rumors, sony rumors
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ps4_controller_qj_thumbSo apparently the PS4 is a hot girl when it comes to reveals...I like your thinking Sony.

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Posted Feb 18, 2012 at 9:20AM EST by Harrison E Listed in: Xbox 360, PC Gaming, PS3 Tags: EA, Electronic Arts, mass effect 3, me3
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eaAre you gonna launch a PS3 or 360 into space too? And some controllers? And a solar power connection? Jesus, EA! Think ahead!

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Posted Feb 9, 2012 at 11:05AM EST by Harrison E Listed in: PSP, PS Vita, PS3 Tags: BRAVIA, personal 3d viewer, Sony, sony sessions, sony tablet p, storm surfers 3d
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sessionsSony are pretty good people despite all the shit people sometimes talk. Especially when they're showing off and want to get you to buy some stuff. Harrison E got a chance to talk with them about their new products in Sydney at Sony Sessions.

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Posted Feb 9, 2012 at 8:25AM EST by Brett Huffman Listed in: PS3, Xbox 360 Tags: EA, mass effect 3, me3 calibur11 vault
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calibur11-me3-vault_2In a move to milk every last penny of expendable income out of gamers with no sense of responsibility, EA and Calibur11 have teamed up to give you a piece of lit up plastic.

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Posted Feb 8, 2012 at 3:00AM EST by Harrison E Listed in: MMORPG, PC Gaming, PS3 Tags: ccp, dust 514, Eve Online, Sony, Sony Online Entertainment
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ccplogoThat's right, not just for console people but also PC people...who own a PS3

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Posted Feb 7, 2012 at 4:07PM EST by Listed in: PS3 Tags: ccp, dust 514, Eve Online, unreal tournament 3
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The EVE-universe, PS3-exclusive shooter will support USB accessories.
CCP confirmed via tweet earlier this week that DUST 514, its EVE Online first-person shooter, would support keyboard and mouse control schemes on the PS3 console. This means if you have a USB keyboard and mouse sitting around for your PlayStation, you’ll be able to use them as your primary method of control in lieu of the PS3 controller. Duh.
DUST isn’t the first game to support keyboard and mouse controls – Unreal Tournament 3 featured a similar setup. The addition of this control mode should come as a comfort to PC gamers that believe keyboard and mouse inputs are the only true way to play shooting games, and will make it easier to chat back and forth with the other players roaming the world.
DUST 514 is set for release sometime this summer on both PS3 and PC. Since it will feature cross-platform support, it only makes sense that PS3 players have the same control options as PC players.
Do you prefer the keyboard and mouse setup?
[Gamingbolt]

mfdus1The EVE-universe, PS3-exclusive shooter will support USB accessories.

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Posted Feb 3, 2012 at 11:45AM EST by Mr Ham Listed in: Xbox 360 Tags: metal gear solid, mgs hd, mgs issues
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mgs23smallThinking of picking it up? Already picked it up? Some things you probably didn't know...

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Posted Jan 29, 2012 at 9:35AM EST by Harrison E Listed in: Wii U Tags: NFC, Nintendo, Satoru Iwata, skylanders, wii u
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Wii U controller: More secrets revealed
The next-gen console is more than meets the eye.
With the recent announcment of the Nintendo Network.
Just when you think you know everything about Nintendo's innovative -- and risky -- new Wii U tablet controller, the company throws another factor into the mix.
Nintendo president Satoru Iwata revealed this week that the touch-enabled controller will also implement near-field communication (NFC) tech. As an NFC device, the controller will be able to interact with objects equipped with NFC tags.
It's the same set of standards used in some smartphones and smart cards. By touching an NFC-tagged item -- or bringing it in very close range -- with an NFC device, the objects interact via radio communication.
"By installing this functionality, it will become possible to create cards and figurines that can electronically read and write data via noncontact NFC and to expand the new play format in the video game world," Iwata said during an earnings briefing.
"Adoption of this functionality will enable various other possibilities such as using it as a means of making micropayments," he said, a hint at Nintendo's expanding digital distribution plans.
NFC technology has been around for years. But for game development, one interesting implementation of NFC only recently saw commercial release: Activision's console game Skylanders, in which players can buy NFC-tagged figurines, place them on an NFC-equipped pod, and bring those figurines to life in-game.
Iwata described the tech in terms of the Wii U, but did not give specifics on implementation. "The NFC I'm referring to here is the noncontact NFC standard that is compatible with FeliCa and MIFARE, and is expected to be widely used around the world in the near future," he said.

wiiu-thumb1The next-gen console is more than meets the eye...and the hand apparently. 

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Posted Jan 28, 2012 at 7:47AM EST by Harrison E Listed in: Xbox 360, PC Gaming Tags: Digital Rights Management, DRM, drm-free, rayman, rayman origins, Ubisoft
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Rayman Origins coming to PC DRM Free
Ubisoft have learnt from their past mistakes and making one of the best platformers and coolest games ever made DRM-free later this year.
Rayman Origins surprised everyone late last year with it's release seemingly from nowhere, it turned out to be one of the most colourful beautiful and friendly games I have ever seen, played or spent money on and if you have a PS3 or 360, I suggest you do the same.
Ubisoft announced that the Platformer will be out on March 30th on PC and in better news, all retail copies of the game will be shipped with no DRM. Digital versions will be saddled with whomever they are distributed through (i.e. Steam). So yes the very same Ubisoft who once said that "always on DRM"and regularly blames piracy for their lack of PC games, are sending a game out in the real world to deal with the pirates and hackers and evil people of the internets.
I think it's a bold move from Ubisoft to show they can make a game, have it be successful and (hopefully) port it successfully to the PC and still make a bundle off it. I think the game would really suit being on the PC, as more and more of my favourite platformers are turning up on there. Also with controller support from classic USB controllers and for those new-gen people who still want to use their 360, go right ahead.
The PC specs were also released and are as follows:
Here are the announced system specs:
Minimum configuration
OS:  Windows® XP SP3 / Windows Vista® SP2 / Windows® 7 SP1
Processor: Intel Pentium IV 3.00 Ghz or AMD Athlon64 3000+ @ 1.8 Ghz
Memory: 1 GB Windows XP / 1.5 GB Windows Vista – Windows 7
Graphics: 128 MB DirectX®9 / Radeon X600XT or GeForce 6800GT
DirectX®: DirectX 9.0c or higher
Sound: DirectX 9.0-compliant sound card
Recommended configuration
OS:  Windows® XP SP3 / Windows Vista® SP2 / Windows® 7 SP1
Processor: Intel Core2Duo E4400 @ 2.00 Ghz or AMD Athlon64X2 3800+ @ 2.00Ghz
Memory: 2 GB Windows XP / Vista / Windows 7
Graphics: 256 MB DirectX®9 / Radeon HD 2600XT or GeForce 8600GT
DirectX®: DirectX 9.0c or higher
Sound: DirectX 9.0-compliant sound card
Rayman Origins was release for the 360, PS3 and Wii last year in November. In addition to the PC, the game is also headed to the Playstation Vita and Nintendo 3DS on February 14 and March 20 respectively. It looks like Ubisoft have all the bases covered and I do hope it pays off for them. More Rayman Origins, less of the Rabbids, I say!
Via [GameRanx]

raymanUbisoft have learned from their past mistakes and are making one of the best platformers and coolest games ever made DRM-free later this year.

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Posted Jan 27, 2012 at 3:45PM EST by QJ Staff Listed in: PSP, PS3, Wii Tags: bolt thrower, duck hunt psp, ps3 homebrew, psp homebrew, Snes9x, that other pong, the jarred mind, wii homebrew, xmb file manager
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jarrsmallWelcome back to this weeks edition of the QJ.net download and homebrew round up.  We've got more cool homebrew games for the Wii, PSP and PS3. 

 

 

 

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Posted Jan 26, 2012 at 9:30AM EST by Harrison E Listed in: PS3 Tags: die gute fabrik, johann sebastian joust, jsj, playstation move, ps move, Sony, The Game Factory
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johannlogoAn interview with the 2012 IGF nominated creators of Johann Sebastian Joust, Die Gute Fabrik with one of the best games you will see all year for the PS Move.

 

 

 

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Posted Jan 26, 2012 at 9:06AM EST by Harrison E Listed in: Xbox 360, PS3 Tags: gamespot australia, Namco, Namco Bandai, scv, soul calibur v, vmax
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scvHarrison E got to check out the new Soul Calibur title from Namco Bandai. Does it hit in all the right places or flail all over the place with button-mashing?

 

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Posted Jan 25, 2012 at 6:30AM EST by Harrison E Listed in: PS Vita, PS3 Tags: alice madness, arkham asylum, battlefield 3, firmware 3.55, homer49, Remote Play, Sony, vita
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vitaasiagameshowYour PS3 games always on your Vita? More likely than you think with this hack from someone named Homer49 on YouTube

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Posted Jan 21, 2012 at 2:34PM EST by Harrison E Listed in: PS3 Tags: ea games, EA Sports, Electronic Arts, grand slam, grand slam tennis 2, jen riley, john mcenroe
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grand-slam-tennis-2-360coverEA Sports showed off Grand Slam Tennis 2. Does it make the cut or will it be one of the ball boys?

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Posted Jan 21, 2012 at 10:25AM EST by Mr Ham Listed in: PC Gaming Tags: alan wake, alan wake steam, remedy, Steam
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steammsmallAnd pretty soon too.

 

 

 

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Posted Jan 3, 2012 at 3:58PM EST by Listed in: Wii U Tags: app store, Nintendo Power, tablets, wii u
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Recent rumors indicate Nintendo may be looking to port books and magazines to its upcoming Wii U console.
We already know that Nintendo is working on an app store for the Wii U, however we don’t really know what sort of apps to expect. It’s obvious they’ll be incorporating as many media options as possible in an effort to expand the appeal of the device, and one rumor in particular indicates that the company may be looking to E-Readers as its next field of play.
Nintendo is apparently reaching out to certain iOS developers and requesting that they develop software for the Wii U – one developer in particular notes that the company is focused on bringing newspapers, magazines and user manuals directly to the devices’ tablet-like controller.
If true, it’s a sharp idea on the part of Nintendo – tablets are an incredibly hot market, and the likely low price point for the Wii U will make it the perfect entry-level device for both gaming and tablet multi-tasking. Of course, this is all still in the rumor phase; anything can happen when it comes to Nintendo.
My favorite part of the rumor: digital delivery of Nintendo Power. I used to love that magazine back in the Super Nintendo heyday; it would be fun to re-up with a digital subscription delivered directly to my Wii U.
[Destructoid]

mfwiiu1Recent rumors indicate Nintendo may be looking to port books and magazines to its upcoming Wii U console.

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Posted Dec 31, 2011 at 2:00PM EST by Harrison E Listed in: PS3 Tags: avenger controllers, n-control, ocean marketting, ocean stratagy, paul christoforo
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Paul Christoforo holding social media accounts hostage
Ocean Marketing still lost at sea
The tale of Paul Christoforo will go down in history as a tragic tale of one man who said the wrong thing, at the wrong place
at the wrong time. I recently read an interview with the man himself on GameRanx and the guy has a lot of deep-seeded
personal issues and it looks like now those issues are more public than ever. Whilst the interview was meant to be revealing
and honest, it seems Paul has been anything but, as his actions have taken the world by storm, yet again, as he holds the
twitter and main website hostage.
Paul was let go from the company and has since been replaced with Moisés Chiullan. Chiullan is slowly picking up the peces
from N-Control's PR Nightmare and has gone into damage control including a complete corporate disowning of Christoforo and
his efforts, including a wonderful quote ending with the fact there "isn't a bus big enough for me to throw Paul Christoforo
under"
Chiullan then went to Twitter to answer people's questions about the current situation. Chiullan then followed it up by
setting up a Reddit AMA to directly respond to all the big questions and revealed that Mr. Christoforo isn't finished making
the guys at N-Control a living hell. See, as it turns out, the man is trying to commit extortion and gain a little profit
from the ordeal.
Chiullan tweeted out that Christoforo was holding N-Control's email, Twitter and Facebook accounts hostage. One of the first
questions asked in the AMA was how this could happen. Chiullan's answer was that he has "been trying to get him to give up
the access." Chiullan insists that he's been asking nicely for a couple of days but "the gloves are off now."
Paul told Chiullan via phone that "Eight months ago, I locked down all this stuff so they wouldn't be able to fuck with me.
If they don't give me what I want, it's war." Paul doesn't really want money but demands include a contract written on his
terms and substantial compensation, both immediate and for as long term, basically tll the company implodes due to Paul being
an unstable coworker. It's almost as though he's trying to pull a Fight Club and going about it in the worst way possible.
Paul even, flaunted the PR debacle he created as proof that he "made the company a success", citing all the media and public
attention as the "best thing that ever happened to Avenger".
Paul didn't count on the fact that Chiullan had anticipated all of these comments and issues and has been working on computer
hardware and web tech since I was 14. Chiullan did have control over the AvengerController.com domain. It was transferred
away from its original account, which Paul had complete control of. Because of how GoDaddy works, that old account retained
all of the email addresses and their master control settings (forwarding and so on) and N-Control not supporting SOPA, left
the GoDaddy account and Paul in the dust. Paul even continued to respond to customer emails from his personal GMail account
and lied to Moisés repeatedly about that fact.
Chiullan played it nice, and Paul played it stupid, acting like he didn't have full access to the master account, blaming his
"Indian outsourced tech team" being on vacation. Chiullan gave Paul an ultimatum: Paul was given two days to give over N-
Control's digital property.
Moisés closed the statement saying "He finally leveled with me tonight that he knew I wasn't that stupid and that he was
lying about his access to all these accounts. That's when he issued the above-mentioned threat. He reiterated that he had the
hosting, email, and everything on lockdown," which is simply not true.
The entire saga has played out for the entire world to see and everyone is far ahead Paul in the most darkest ways possible.
Where he will go, nobody knows but sadly, I wouldn't rule out suicide for the most feeblest of hearts.

paul-christoforoOcean Marketing still lost at sea...

 

 

 

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Posted Dec 29, 2011 at 10:08AM EST by Brett Huffman Listed in: Xbox 360, PC Gaming, PoV Tags: call of duty, cheating in video games, Gears of War
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cheat_2_winDo you cheat to win or are you a straight shooter?

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Posted Dec 29, 2011 at 3:00AM EST by Harrison E Listed in: PS3 Tags: ocean marketing, PAX, Penny Arcade
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pennyarcadeadventuresSee what happens with the power of bad PR and the internet...and constant crank calls.

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Posted Dec 28, 2011 at 8:30AM EST by Harrison E Listed in: PS3 Tags: avenger controllers, ign, Kotaku, ocean marketing, Penny Arcade, pr fail
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avengerps3The customer is always right.  Until you call them names then the customer has the right to sue.

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Posted Dec 9, 2011 at 12:45PM EST by Harrison E Listed in: iPhone Tags: bits and pieces, convict interactive, developers, garbage monster, igda sydney, questy, spaceracer, speed assassins, toska, triangle man, zombie team defense
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igda_art-sig-logoHarrison E went to his first IGDA event in Sydney on Monday night, Bits and Pieces, and met some of the most interesting and coolest future developers you may have never heard of.

 

 

 

 

 

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Posted Dec 6, 2011 at 10:00AM EST by Tim Curtin Listed in: PS3 Tags: ps3 for casual gamers, ps3 for families, ps3 marketing, ps3 vs wii
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ps3consolepicSony have confirmed their intention to try and expand the demographics of the PS3 user base.

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Posted Nov 30, 2011 at 10:00AM EST by Harrison E Listed in: PS3 Tags: hustle kings, john kearney, john kearney interview, mantis engine, psn, pure chess, rebel play, voofoo studios
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voofoo-studiosJohn Kearney is the co-founder and Art Director of VooFoo studios, the main man behind the Hustle Kings series and the upcoming Pure Chess. Harrison E sat down to have a game of wits with John.

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Posted Nov 20, 2011 at 8:00PM EST by Tim Curtin Listed in: Wii Tags: Legend of Zelda, link, new zelda, Nintendo, skyward sword, Zelda
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skywardswordboxThe next instalment in the Zelda franchise is now officially released for the Nintendo Wii

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Posted Nov 9, 2011 at 7:59AM EST by Harrison E Listed in: Wii U, Wii Tags: just dance, kinect, rainbow six, rayman raving rabids, Ubisoft
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ubisoft_logo_1Now, come on, Ubisoft, you've still got that money tied up in Tom Clancy games, right?

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Posted Nov 6, 2011 at 11:45PM EST by Tim Curtin Listed in: PS3 Tags: cod: mw3, ps3 console deal, target games, video game deals, xbox360 console deal
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target_logoYou can get new releases for your console and a new console entirely when you buy an item on Targets Holiday Favorites list.

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Posted Nov 4, 2011 at 5:19PM EST by Listed in: Wii U Tags: nintendo patents, wii u, Wiimote
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The Japanese games developer has filed a new patent for a Wiimote touchpad accessory, but it’s not exactly clear what they’re planning on doing with it.
Nintendo is the champion of accessories. From the Zapper to the Wii wheel, nearly every Nintendo console generation has been marked with some sort of game-specific add-on. Just look at the Wii controller section of your favorite big-box retailer if you want to see this in action.
Now, it looks like Nintendo is plotting yet another add-on for the Wiimote, likely aimed at its upcoming Wii U device.
Essentially, you slide this thingamajig onto the Wiimote, and then use it as a touchpad. The device apparently functions through clever manipulation of mirrors, but I’m not a very smart person so I’m having a hard time following the description. Basically, when you touch the pad, the device works, and when you leave it alone it functions like a normal Wiimote.
Nintendo has noted that possible applications include drawing pads or mouse pointers, but I’m still having a hard time wrapping my mind around what exactly their intent could be. As we know, many patents never see the light of day, so this could be one more odd Nintendo technology that doesn’t quite make it to shelves.
What do you think of a Wiimote touchpad? Also, can you make any sense of the diagram?
Via Siliconera

mfninpat1The Japanese games developer has filed a new patent for a Wiimote touchpad accessory, but it’s not exactly clear what they’re planning on doing with it.

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Posted Nov 3, 2011 at 9:00AM EST by Harrison E Listed in: Xbox 360, PS3 Tags: dark souls, demon souls, Namco Bandai
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darksoulslogoApparently treating your audience like a bunch of vicious dragons works.

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Posted Nov 2, 2011 at 3:04PM EST by Listed in: Nintendo 3DS Tags: 3ds wheel, mario kart wii
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Nintendo is releasing a special wheel accessory for Mario Kart 7, but does it really make any sense?
Mario Kart Wii came boxed with a plastic wheel you could connect to your Wiimote for a more “realistic” driving experience. In other words, you could tilt the controller to steer instead of tapping the analog stick in one direction or the other. The wheel proved to be imprecise and I don’t know a single person that prefers it over the Wiimote, unless it’s as a rule for some obscure drinking game.
Nintendo’s wheel accessory makes sense in terms of fun and I’m sure there are plenty of people that enjoy using it, but for players serious about performance it’s never going to replace the analog stick. It’s just too sloppy for consistent performance. It looks like Mario Kart 7 will be no different, with Nintendo offering a wheel attachment for the Nintendo 3DS.
There are a few things that don’t add up here. Number one, anyone who’s played a 3DS knows that moving the screen even a little completely disrupts the 3D experience (and in my case, makes me want to hurl). Number two, even if you turn the 3D off, you’re still moving the screen all over the place when you steer. It works for Mario Kart Wii because you’re tiling a controller, not your television – with the 3DS you’ll have to tilt your head along with the wheel.
Nintendo is testing the wheel release in Japan, and I suspect they may try and drop it in North America as well. The question is, how many people want to tilt their 3DS all over the place just to get through a race? My guess is very few.
Do you think adding a wheel accessory to a handheld device can work?

mf3dswheel2Nintendo is releasing a special wheel accessory for Mario Kart 7, but does it really make any sense?

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Posted Oct 29, 2011 at 5:01PM EST by Listed in: iPad Tags: GameStop, ipad, tablet pcs
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The brick and mortar juggernaut looks to expand its business offerings as it tries to adapt to a future in which games will increasingly be available via direct download.
Gamers have a love/hate relationship with GameStop. On the one hand, GameStop is a monstrous corporate entity that pays pennies on the dollar for trade-in games and uses harsh tactics to reap a mountain of sales that don’t really benefit developers or publishers. On the other, it’s often very convenient to drop into a GameStop, trade in a few old games and pick up something new.
But GameStop, like most retailers, faces an entire new world of online competition. The world of video games is especially fast moving, with a large number of purchases now going to direct downloads instead of brick and mortar retail chains. GameStop seems to be aware of the trend, and is adding new services in the hopes of balancing out its business model.
Starting this holiday season, GameStop will try a new program in 200 U.S. stores in which it sells tablet PC devices. The store will offer only Android tablets at first,  from manufacturers like Samsun, Acer and Asustek. They’re not straying too far from their gaming roots, packing seven free games (Dead Space!) in with each tablet and creating a special wireless controller to interact with each device.
My friend and I were actually in a GameStop last week (she was looking for some old DS game) and noticed that they’re now accepting iPad trade-ins, so maybe this is just the first step in an entirely new business model. If they want to keep their profits high, they have to find revenue other than software.
Of course, this also brings them one step closer to their pawnshop reputation, but we’ll just have to see how it plays out.
Would you buy a tablet at GameStop, or have your experiences with the company soured you to the brand?
Via The Wall Street Journal

mfgamestop1The brick and mortar juggernaut looks to expand its business offerings as it tries to adapt to a future in which games will increasingly be available via direct download.

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Posted Oct 25, 2011 at 9:00PM EST by Tim Curtin Listed in: PC Gaming, Xbox 360, PS3 Tags: guitar game, music game, rocksmith, rocksmith release date for pc, Ubisoft
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rocksmith-logoRocksmith, developed by Ubisoft for the PS3, Xbox360 and PC is now available in store, but it was not the loudest release for a music game.

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Posted Oct 23, 2011 at 7:00PM EST by Tim Curtin Listed in: Wii U Tags: battlefield 3, battlefield wii, DICE, EA, wii u
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bf3-wiiuSad news for Battlefield 3 Wii hopes, with EA confirming that no plans for DICE games on Wii U exist currently.

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Posted Oct 23, 2011 at 3:00PM EST by Tim Curtin Listed in: Xbox 360, PC Gaming, PS3 Tags: blizzard console development, BlizzCon, diablo 3, diablo 3 console
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diablo3consoleRevelations continue to pour out from Blizzcon, and these aren't related to WoW Patches or Expansions! Blizzard have confirmed their desire to re-enter the Console market!

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