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Jump Through South America This Year

Posted Jun 3, 2012 at 2:40PM EST by Mr Ham Listed in: PS Vita Tags: e3, minority, papo & yo, ps vita, psn, Sony

PSN games are seeing a resurgance with the Vita's release, and this one is no exception. Enjoy some hard hitting and solid unique fun this year with this little goodie.


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What's the Difference Between Science and Magic? Quite a Lot, Apparently

Posted May 22, 2012 at 12:15PM EST by Brett Huffman Listed in: PS3 Tags: ps move, SCE, Sony, sorcery

The latest Move fad-game is out today and it does look interesting. For some reason, Sony decided to have this guy show you how some of what you do in the game is possible in real life. No, it's really not.


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These Rotting Corpses Apparently Don't Stink

Posted Apr 25, 2012 at 11:00AM EST by Brett Huffman Listed in: Xbox 360, PS3 Tags: Telltale Games, the walking dead, the walking dead psn

Episode One of The Walking Dead has shambled onto the PSN as of yesterday. Believe it or not, people are actually saying good things about it.


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Deadlight Gameplay Trailer - This is What's Left of Our World

Posted Apr 6, 2012 at 12:00PM EST by Brett Huffman Listed in: Xbox 360 Tags: deadlight, microsoft studios, tequila works

The world's gone to shit...time for some platforming. That's the world of Deadlight. But seriously, this actually looks pretty good.


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QJ Homebrew and Download Round Up For March 30, 2012

Posted Mar 30, 2012 at 11:29AM EST by QJ Staff Listed in: Nintendo DS, PSP Tags: nds homebrew, ps3 homebrew, psp hacks, psp homebrew

Welcome back to the QJ.net Homebrew and Download Round Up for March 30, 2012. This week we've got some great emulators and apps for your PSP as well as some cool stuff for your Nintendo DS Systems. So without further delay lets get right to it.


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Walking Dead Gameplay Footage - Zombies, Puzzles, and...QTEs?

Posted Mar 24, 2012 at 5:18PM EST by Brett Huffman Listed in: PS3, Xbox 360 Tags: Telltale Games, the walking dead, walking dead video trailer

A new video is out that shows actual gameplay footage from the upcoming episodic Walking Dead game. Is it what the fans have been waiting for or some sort of weird cash-in?


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Zynga loses Facebook crown

Posted Mar 19, 2012 at 7:54AM EST by Harrison E Listed in: iPhone Tags: castleville, draw something, Facebook, omgpop, words with friends, zynga

Who is the new reigning champ of wasting time?


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Videogames Used To Be Hard

Posted Mar 13, 2012 at 7:15PM EST by Mr Ham Listed in: PoV Tags: old videogames were hard, retro, videogame studies

And they didn't have players demanding multiple endings.


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Game Gear Games Headed to eShop

Posted Mar 6, 2012 at 2:05PM EST by Todd B Listed in: Nintendo 3DS Tags: Game Gear, nintendo 3ds, punch out, shinobi, Sonic the Hedgehog, zombie slayer

Nintendo’s spring eShop release schedule looks…Sonic-y.


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And the 25 Billionth App Store Download Is….

Posted Mar 5, 2012 at 3:31PM EST by Listed in: iPhone Tags: apple, Disney, ios, itunes store, wheres my water

Apple celebrates 25 billion apps downloaded through its iTunes Store.

Today is a very special day for Apple, and for Apple lovers across the globe. The company has just reported that as of today, over 25 billion apps have been downloaded through the app marketplace built into the iTunes Store.

So what was the lucky 25 billionth app? Why, a game, of course! The free version of Where’s My Water, a puzzle title developed by Disney, took the honors. The downloader? An anonymous user in China. Apple should at least send the dude an iTunes gift card.

Since the creation of the iTunes Store, Apple has paid over $4 billion to iOS developers. Not too shabby.

Have you contributed to Apple’s ridiculous app sales? I certainly have.

Oh, and you can check out Where’s My Water right here: Where’s My Water?

[Gamasutra]

Apple celebrates 25 billion apps downloaded through its iTunes Store.


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Valve: TF2 Will have "something brand new"

Posted Feb 6, 2012 at 9:50AM EST by Harrison E Listed in: PC Gaming Tags: Steam, team fortress 2, tf2, valve

With the creators of Team Fortress 2 saying they're no longer working on hats but focusing on Meet the Pyro, what have they got up their sleeve.


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Risen 2: Dark Water's Pre-Order DLC Revealed

Posted Feb 1, 2012 at 10:15AM EST by Brett Huffman Listed in: PS3, Xbox 360 Tags: Deep Silver, Piranha Bytes, risen 2: dark waters

Go get dat booty.


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The Humble Android Bundle is live now!

Posted Jan 31, 2012 at 4:49PM EST by Harrison E Listed in: PC Gaming Tags: android, anomaly, EDGE, humble indie bundle, osmos, world of good

The Humble Indie Bundle for apps is now live and cheap!


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Move! Johann Sebastian Joust Interview

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

An 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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Drinkbox Studios to launch Blobby Vita game

Posted Jan 22, 2012 at 8:45AM EST by Harrison E Listed in: PS Vita Tags: drinkbox games, drinkbox studios, mba, mutant blob attack, vita

Indie Dev team at Drinkbox Studios have struck the Vita mountain and it looks like Blobs are flowing out.


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Deadlight Teaser Trailer Gets Grizzled

Posted Jan 20, 2012 at 10:05AM EST by Brett Huffman Listed in: Xbox 360 Tags: deadlight, microsoft studios, tequila works

The newest indie game to be snatched up by Microsoft Studios gets a teaser trailer.


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Review: Q.U.B.E

Posted Jan 19, 2012 at 8:40AM EST by Harrison E Listed in: PC Gaming Tags: indie fund, Portal, q.u.b.e, q.u.b.e. review, qube, Steam, toxic games

Q.U.B.E is a newly indie funded game available on Steam but does it scrunch you up into a little ball or does it crush you between it's mighty three dimensional weight? Harrison E. reviews.


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Pre-Order Catherine in Europe and Get Some Bonuses

Posted Jan 16, 2012 at 10:40AM EST by Brett Huffman Listed in: Xbox 360, PS3 Tags: Atlus, catherine, Deep Silver

Get some free stuff for pre-ordering this romance-themed game in time for Valentine's Day.


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The Voxel Agents interview

Posted Jan 11, 2012 at 4:00PM EST by Harrison E Listed in: iPhone Tags: the voxel agents, train conductor 2, train conductor 2 android, train conductor 2 ios

Harrison E talks to the creators of the intensely addictive and incredibly popular Train Conductor series, The Voxel Agents.


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Happy New Year Indie Royale Bundle

Posted Jan 8, 2012 at 4:17AM EST by Harrison E Listed in: PC Gaming Tags: fractal, fun with swarms, indie games, indie royale, max and the magic marker, nuclear dawn, super crossfire

Indie Royale has a great bundle and it'll be gone in 2 days if you don't nab it fast.


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Sequence is on sale on Steam

Posted Dec 31, 2011 at 1:30PM EST by Harrison E Listed in: PC Gaming Tags: DDR, indie games, jason wishnov, sequence, Steam, steam sale

Harrison E talks to Sequence creator, Jason Wishnov about Sequence and what he's up to next. Also you have 3 days to buy Sequence for cheap on Steam.


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Myst 3D is Coming

Posted Dec 28, 2011 at 1:22PM EST by Listed in: Nintendo 3DS Tags: 3ds, cyan, myst

One of the most beloved PC games of all time is heading to the Nintendo 3DS.

Did you live through the 8-bit revolution? Were you one of the first “computer” gamers? If so, you probably remember Cyan’s incredible CD-ROM title, Myst. The game, which featured an explorable, pre-rendered world packed with puzzles and mystery, was an instant hit – pretty much everyone had a copy of the game at one point or another.

Myst is now poised to make a triumphant return, in the form of a port to the Nintendo 3DS. The new game, titled Myst 3D (duh), will feature all of the content found in the original game, as well as the RIME Age extras added to the game in its 2000 re-release. The port will stay true to the game’s roots, with the only major changes being its adaptation to 3D.

Myst 3D is slated for March 27, 2012. Do you think the game will work well for the 3DS, or is Myst a game that belongs on PCs? Solving some of the puzzles on the 3DS screen doesn’t exactly sound appealing to me.

[Destructoid]

One of the most beloved PC games of all time is heading to the Nintendo 3DS.


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Dragon Quest Collection Box

Posted Dec 27, 2011 at 9:00PM EST by Mr Ham Listed in: Nintendo 3DS, Nintendo DS Tags: Dragon Quest, dragon quest anniversary, dragon quest collection box, map diorama collection box

Zelda isn't the only franchise celebrating 25 years.


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Rocketbirds Hardboiled Chickens is on special

Posted Dec 22, 2011 at 8:45AM EST by Harrison E Listed in: PS3 Tags: hardboiled chickens, psn discount, ratloop, rocketbirds

It's going Cheap!


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Indie Royale Xmas Bundle is here!

Posted Dec 19, 2011 at 6:00AM EST by Harrison E Listed in: PC Gaming Tags: blackwell trilogy, dino d-day, eets, indie royale, the oil blue

Indie Royale Xmas Bundle is here!

A week left till christmas, a week left till the bundle ends...coincidence?

Christmas is a time of giving and what better gift to give - other than charity - as Nazi-controlled dinosaurs. Yes, you heard right, the game Dino D-Day is apart of the latest Indie Royale Bundle, also with four other games, for the (currently low price of $4...now $4.02, now $4.05) yeah, that price won't last long.

The games in the new bundle are:

The entire Blackwell Trilogy remastered in HD. The private eye game puts you in the hardboiled streets of the 1930's as Rosa Blackwell tracks down a killer in this compelling and visually intriguing action-adventure game.

Eets, from the creators of Shank, this adorably crazy platform puzzler will have you jumping and awwing at the great fun that can be had with this little bit of white and fuzzy evil.

The Oil Blue is an oddly addictive and fun game about the oil trade. Now before you slam your door on the way out, the game is satirically placed during an oil crisis and you have to keep pilfering the land over and over again and managing oil prices. The game is really fun and strategically well developed with simple menu systems and

Finally and definitely not least is Dino D-Day. Nazi's, dinosaurs, FPS, what more could ask for. The game has redefined first person shooters and we will hopefully see a new trend of dinosaurs to take over the current plague (pardon the pun) of zombie mods, we're seeing.

So whilst the Humble Bundle may have burnt you out, make sure you pick up the Xmas bundle from our good friends at IndieRoyale.com. http://www.indieroyale.com/

A week left till Christmas, a week left till the bundle ends...coincidence?


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Capcom Digital Collection Will Be Xbox Exclusive

Posted Dec 15, 2011 at 11:25AM EST by Brett Huffman Listed in: Xbox 360 Tags: capcom digital collection, xbla, Xbox Live Arcade

The Capcom Digital Collection, a disc featuring 8 hits from Xbox Live Arcade, is coming out next spring and will only be available on the Xbox 360.


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New Bejeweled on iPhone

Posted Dec 10, 2011 at 2:30PM EST by Listed in: iPhone Tags: angry birds, bejeweled 2, popcap, Tetris

PopCap re-launches one of the most popular puzzle games ever made, complete with a free version.

PopCap has officially removed the older version of Bejeweled 2 + Blitz, replacing it with a revamped version that features elements from Bejeweled 3. They’ve also gone and dropped a free version of the game, which consists solely of the one-minute “Score Attack” mode originally found in Bejeweled Blitz.

The new game, which goes by the same title as the retired version, contains the Zen and Diamond Mine modes found in Bejeweled 3, plus Classic play. And since PopCap is known for keeping their products updated, it’s only fair to assume that new features will be added over time.

Bejeweled 2 + Blitz is currently available on the iTunes Store for 99 cents – if you’re into puzzle games and time-wasters, it’s definitely worth a look. People love to talk about Angry Birds as the start of the mobile gaming revolution, but Bejeweled is actually second on the list of best-selling mobile games of all time, lead only by Tetris.

If you do download the game, be sure to let us know what you think!

[Edge]

PopCap re-launches one of the most popular puzzle games ever made, complete with a free version.


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Bits and Pieces The Future of Indie Games

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

Harrison 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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IndieGala. Set Your Price. Donate and Play

Posted Dec 8, 2011 at 9:00AM EST by Harrison E Listed in: PC Gaming Tags: childs play charity, hacker evolution duality, indie gala, inmomentum, saira, your doodles are bugged, zombie shooter

More Indie Bundles and more deals have started popping up before Christmas starting with IndieGala.


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GLaDOS Coming to Defense Grid

Posted Dec 7, 2011 at 5:17PM EST by Listed in: Xbox 360 Tags: defense grid, glados, Portal, valve

Portal’s memorable villain makes a cameo in the tower defense title’s upcoming expansion.

If you haven’t played Defense Grid, you should stop reading this now and go download it. Seriously, I’ll wait. Defense Grid is the perfect example of tower defense done right – just enough features to make puzzles challenging, but not so many to feel over-complicated. Trying to earn medals on the final levels of the game can be incredibly frustrating, but the game is brilliantly done and well worth the price.

Hidden Path, the company behind Defense Grid, has another reason for you to buy their game: The You Monster expansion, released to Xbox Live Arcade and Steam earlier today. This new story expansion comes complete with 35 new challenge missions and 8 new maps, plus a visit from a very special guest.

The company says that in addition to battling the familiar hordes of alien invaders from the original Defense Grid release, players will also have to face off with GLaDOS as she works to make your job all the more difficult. The game is available for 800 MS points, or $9.99 on Steam.

I’m not exactly sure how GLaDOS fits into the Defense Grid story, but I really hope they got Ellen McLain to record her voice. The voice acting in Defense Grid is pretty good, considering it’s just a little tower defense game, and GLaDOS just isn’t the same without the voice.

How do you feel about cross-game mash-ups like this one?

[Hidden Path]

Portal’s memorable villain makes a cameo in the tower defense title’s most recent expansion.


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3DS Firmware Update Live

Posted Dec 7, 2011 at 3:02PM EST by Listed in: Nintendo 3DS Tags: 3d videos, 3ds firmware, nintendo 3ds fw, streetpass

Nintendo updates the 3D handheld with 3D video recording and a few other new features.

Nintendo has finally updated their 3DS handheld with all new firmware in an update pushed live across the globe early this morning. So what’s in store for gamers that download the update? For starters, 3D video recording. But the list of changes certainly doesn’t end there.

The 3DS’s new video-recording software allows you to take up to 10 minutes of footage – Nintendo has even included settings that allow you to make stop-motion or time-lapsed 3D films. You’ll also find a new quest for StreetPass, new panels for Puzzle Swap, and a special geographical map that unlocks as you run into new Miis around your neighborhood and the world.

They’ve even added achievements, though they’re calling them “Accomplishments.” Plus, the eShop now allows for continued downloads in sleep mode, and features support for the addition of demos. All in all, it’s a pretty meaty update for the 3DS. The 3D video thing is cool, but all of the other features are handy as well.

What do you think of the new 3DS firmware? Are you more likely to buy a 3DS now that you can record videos?

[Edge]

Nintendo updates the 3D handheld with 3D video recording and a few other new features.


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Pushmo/Pullblox hits Nintendo’s European eShop

Posted Dec 6, 2011 at 3:35PM EST by Listed in: Nintendo 3DS Tags: advance wars, catherine, hiku-osu, nintendo eshop, pullblox, pushmo

The newest game from Advance Wars developer Intelligent Systems drops for Nintendo 3DS systems later this week.

Exciting news for European fans of the Advance Wars franchise: Intelligent Systems, the company behind those fun, time-eating games, is prepped to drop their newest title directly to Nintendo’s European eShop. The game, which goes by the name Hiku-Osu in Japan, Pushmo in North America and now Pullblox in the European market, should be available later this week for direct download.

The game is your basic puzzler with a story thrown in – Mallo, the hero of the game, must rescue kids from his Pushmo park by solving increasingly complex block puzzles. If you played Catherine (or its demo), you’ll probably find the puzzle mechanic familiar. Basically, you have to slide blocks through a semi-3D space in order to create a stairway to the top of the structure.

Actually, here, just watch this. It’s easier than explaining the thing:

Hiku-Osu/Pullblox/Pushmo is priced at £5.40 on the Euro eShop; not too shabby for a game with 250 levels and a level editor. It’s certainly not a brand new Advance Wars title, but it looks like an interesting puzzler from a company with a very solid track record.

What do you think?

[Edge]

The newest game from Advance Wars developer Intelligent Systems drops for Nintendo 3DS systems later this week.


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Backflip: The Witness will eventually come to 'a' console

Posted Dec 4, 2011 at 10:30AM EST by Tim Curtin Listed in: PC Gaming, iPad Tags: indie console games, indie developers, indie ipad games, Jonathan Blow, the witness game, the witness on consoles

Two new programmers have been hired to facilitate a launch to console.


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FPS Puzzler Q.U.B.E to be first Indie Fund game

Posted Dec 3, 2011 at 3:00PM EST by Harrison E Listed in: PC Gaming Tags: dear esther, Half Life 2, indie fund, playism, q.u.b.e, Steam, toxic games

And hopefully many more...


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Angry Birds Seasons Update Now Available

Posted Dec 1, 2011 at 5:15PM EST by Listed in: iPad Tags: android market, angry birds, rovio, seasons

If you love playing the same game in different settings, head to the Android Market/iTunes Store and buy Angry Birds, again.

Angry Birds has long had a lock on the mobile gaming market, though it was recently dethroned by Scribblenauts. Still, no game has sold quite as well as the bird-flinging puzzler, possibly due to its simple but incredibly addictive gameplay. Sure, we’ve seen games like Angry Birds before, but Rovio seems to have distilled the experience into a fine solution that’s easy to drink and tasty to boot.

The game is ubiquitous, penetrating all layers of pop culture to the point where even your non-gaming parents have probably heard of it.

Christmas is almost here, which means it’s time for our obligatory Angry Birds update. Angry Birds Seasons: Wreck the Halls is now available for download on the Android Market and iTunes Store, boasting 25 new levels, with each one being made available day-by-day until the 25th. The final level promises a showdown with Big Pig, which I can only assume is the primary bad guy in the franchise (I never finished the original).

If Angry Birds is your game of choice, you may as well download Seasons. If you’ve never played the game and want to give it a shot, it’s better to stick with the original and then move on to the more niched versions. It’s the same game all around, but the seasonal versions feel pretty cheap compared to the much more robust original.

What do you think of seasonal Angry Birds updates? Fun way to celebrate, or sneaky way to cash in?

[Droid Gamers]

If you love playing the same game in different settings, head to the Android Market/iTunes Store and buy Angry Birds, again.


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What is your Game of The Year?

Posted Nov 27, 2011 at 5:00PM EST by Tim Curtin Listed in: PoV Tags: game of the year 2011, game of the year prospects, goty 2011, goty speculation

As the end of the year rolls around, what would you vote as the Game that took your breath away in 2011?


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Lumines coming to Vita

Posted Nov 24, 2011 at 7:16PM EST by Amanda Orneck Listed in: PS Vita Tags: lumines electronic symphony, puzzle games, vita launch titles

Everyone’s favorite musical puzzle game will be lighting up the PlayStation Vita this winter.


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Sega picks up Doctor Who MMO and Puzzle Pirates

Posted Nov 21, 2011 at 11:00AM EST by Harrison E Listed in: Xbox 360, PC Gaming, PS3 Tags: doctor who, doctor who mmorpg, puzzle pirates, Sega, three rings design

Whovians and puzzle fans rejoice! I know you're probably one and the same.


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Recoil Games PSN title Rochard heading for the PC

Posted Nov 8, 2011 at 3:00PM EST by Tim Curtin Listed in: PS3, PC Gaming Tags: psn games on steam, rochard pc, rochard psn, steam games

Rochard will be available through Steam for $9.99 from November 15th, removing its PSN exclusive status.


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Warp Aimed Squarely at PSN Winter Release

Posted Nov 7, 2011 at 1:48PM EST by Listed in: PS3 Tags: psn updates, warp

Check out this cuddly but incredibly violent game, headed to your PS3 a little later this year.

It’s hard to explain the concept of Warp, but I’ll give it a shot. You, playing as a small alien creature, manipulate various special powers in order to navigate puzzle-like rooms. While doing so, you also kill dozens of guards and research scientists in some of the most graphic ways imaginable.

But somehow the carnage is still cute? Check out this trailer to get a better idea of what I mean:

In addition to the abilities on display in the trailer, Zero (the game’s protagonist) has a number of other strange talents such as blowing objects (and people) up from the inside or basic warping, which allows him to bounce through walls and other obstacles.

What’s neat about the game design is that it’s not necessary to kill everyone in sight. Trapdoor has promised that depending on your play style, you can solve puzzles through various means – killing everything you see or sneaking about and leaving everyone else untouched. It’s all about how you want to play.

This is a nice bit of PS3 news, as sometimes it feels like PSN is the neglected middle child of the arcade game market. Developers are starting to head that way, which is good news for PS3 owners everywhere. More PSN games are surely always welcome.

What do you think of Warp?

Via PlayStation Blog

Check out this cute but incredibly violent game, headed to your PS3 a little later this year.


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Trine 2 set for December release on PC and MAC, Collectors Edition details now available

Posted Nov 4, 2011 at 9:00PM EST by Tim Curtin Listed in: PC Gaming Tags: Focus Home Interactive, Frozenbyte, trine, trine 2, trine 2 collector edition, trine 2 release date

Frozenbyte, the RPG developer behind Trine 2 give us some details about the inclusions in the Collectors edition of Trine 2.


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Angry Birds hits 500 Million Downloads

Posted Nov 2, 2011 at 12:19PM EST by Listed in: iPhone Tags: angry birds, angry birds downloads, rovio

The simple but addictive puzzler gives the games industry a new definition for “casual” and makes a zillion dollars in the process.

Angry Birds is more than a game, it’s a worldwide phenomenon. Developed by Finnish games-maker Rovio, the game is based on one simple mechanic – fire birds at structures and knock them over. After its release, Angry Birds became a massive success, topping download charts and bringing a new level of attention to mobile gaming.

As of today, it looks like Rovio can add one more accomplishment to the pile – Angry Birds has officially hit 500 million downloads worldwide.

It’s worth noting that the download total refers to the whole Angry Birds franchise and not just the original game, so Rio and Seasons are both included in the tally. Based on information from GamePro, Angry Birds players have logged over 200,000 years of playtime, a figure that simply blows the mind.

Here’s what Mike Hed, CEO of Rovio had to say:

“This is a fantastic landmark achievement for us, and we're extremely delighted to see such an incredible amount of people enjoying our games. We remain committed to creating more fun experiences and bringing exceptional quality to Angry Birds fans everywhere.”

I actually wrote a guide to Angry Birds a couple of weeks ago and it was my first contact with the game. I have to admit that it’s fun and easy to pick up, but I’m not sure I could see myself devoting specific time to finishing it with so many other games around. It definitely appeals to some gamers though, as many of my friends are addicted to it.

What do you think of Angry Birds? Are you one of the 500 million?

The simple but addictive puzzler gives the games industry a new definition for “casual” and makes a zillion dollars in the process.


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Uncharted 3 over in 3 hours

Posted Oct 30, 2011 at 9:30AM EST by Harrison E Listed in: PS3 Tags: Naughty Dog, psn pass, uncharted 3

Apparently that sick day you had planned may be useless.


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Details Emerging on Portal 2 Level Creator

Posted Oct 29, 2011 at 1:36PM EST by Listed in: PC Gaming Tags: forge, portal 2, Steam, valve

New screenshots and a bit more information from the developers give gamers an idea of what to expect from the level creator and its Steam Cloud support.

If you’ve ever tried to use the Portal 2 authoring tools that were released soon after the game, you’ve probably noticed that they have a pretty steep learning curve. While some gamers probably picked it up and figured it out, others, like myself, were immediately turned off by the complexity and decided to spend time doing something else. The new level creator, which will be part of Portal 2’s next free DLC pack, hopes to change all that and make level authoring something anyone can do.

Instead of working with a program that feels like software for level design professionals, Portal 2’s level creator will work much more like the Forge function found in recent Halo titles. Users will be able to drag and drop items into the environment and the whole thing is engineered to be as intuitive as possible. Players will also be able to upload their creations to the Steam Cloud, making them instantly available to anyone that wants to give them a try.

Here’s what Valve has to say on the official Portal 2 website:

“The simplified puzzle creator will let players easily carve out their creations in a straightforward but powerful way. They'll then be able to immediately upload those levels to their Steam Cloud and share them with other players online. We're also building a community site to host all of these player-created puzzles. The site will allow players to quickly find new puzzles and add them to their game, ready to play, with a single click. Players will then be able to rate the puzzles they've played, leave comments for puzzle creators, and follow creators they like.”

Sounds good to me. I’ve always loved Forge and if Valve can create a similar experience for Portal 2 fans, you can bet I’ll be involved.

Are you excited to build your own Portal test chambers?

Via Neoseeker

New screenshots and a bit more information from the developers give gamers an idea of what to expect from the level creator and its Steam Cloud support.


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Battlefield 3 Online Pass Teases New Medal of Honor

Posted Oct 24, 2011 at 5:42PM EST by Listed in: PS3 Tags: battlefield 3, call of duty, DICE, EA, Medal of Honor

One of the biggest shooter franchises in the world gives a subtle shout-out to another blockbuster franchise.

It’s been about a year since the release of 2010’s Medal of Honor, and fans of the franchise have been patiently waiting for some sort of official update on the newest iteration of the franchise. It’s no secret that a new game is in development, but up until now, details have been relatively limited, with no clear move from developers to announce or showcase anything that may be in the works.

If you happen to pick up a copy of Battlefield 3 tomorrow, you may be able to get a sneak peak at the newest entry in the Medal of Honor series, tentatively titled Medal of Honor 2. The online pass printout included with Battlefield 3 has the Medal of Honor logo emblazoned on the back, complete with the official website. EA can’t release a Battlefield game every year, so they’ll need something up their sleeves when the next Call of Duty game comes out this time next year.

I’m guessing Medal of Honor is the best they can do, but based on what happened the last time around, it’s nowhere near as big of a deal as a new Battlefield. This link to the site is one of the more interesting puzzles of the day, as the Medal of Honor website doesn’t actually have any information regarding Medal of Honor 2 and still seems to be set up the way it was a year ago, so perhaps EA is waiting until the official launch of BF3 to update the site.

We’ll keep you posted as details roll in or if there’s any major update to the website – it doesn’t make much sense to send players to a year-old website with no new information to offer them. I’m curious to see what development team is working on the game; I figured DICE was all locked up with BF3 content.

Can a new Medal of Honor turn the inevitable CoD follow-up into cannon fodder, or will it be too little too late?

Via Desctructoid

One of the biggest shooter franchises in the world gives a subtle shout-out to another blockbuster franchise.


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The World Just Exploded with Uncharted 3 Reviews

Posted Oct 24, 2011 at 12:44PM EST by Listed in: PS3 Tags: Harrison Ford, Naughty Dog, Sony, uncharted 3 reviews

Drake’s latest adventure just blew up all over my Twitter feed. Let’s find out what some of the major reviewers are saying about what could be the biggest PlayStation 3 title of the year.

As someone that has a general taste for Sony and the PlayStation brand, I have to admit that I’m a little jealous of Uncharted. The game looks amazing, the story is great, and as much as it pains me to say it, they did an excellent job on both of the games that have come out so far. So, nice work to the Naughty Dog team and congratulations to PS3 owners everywhere – you finally won one.

Anyway, Uncharted 3 has been sitting in the back of everyone’s mind even as Activision and EA ramp up their ridiculous war for the holiday season. Last week we saw a little bit of the game through Harrison Ford’s eyes, and the multiplayer beta (available only at Subway!) has generated a fair amount of buzz. Regardless of any perceived battle of the titans, Uncharted 3 is still holding a significant amount of attention from both the gaming media and fans of the brand.

I periodically check my Twitter (follow me! @Mikedotfoster) feed for breaking news updates when I’m writing, and the last update found my feed under siege with Uncharted 3 reviews. So let’s see what the preliminary response to the game has turned out to be:

Joystiq – 4.5 Stars

They loved the co-op mode, praised the game’s excellent storytelling and graphics, and essentially said the game was an inch away from perfection. They did note that a lot of the game’s greatness comes from re-using elements of Uncharted 2, but called this more of a positive than negative.

GameTrailers – 9.5 out of 10

Voice acting is praised and the script is noted as one of the game’s strongest elements. They noted a continued lack of flexibility from former titles, but fans of the game are probably used to this facet and consider it a plus. The game’s massive set pieces are mentioned as a major highlight, but the poor enemy AI draws some negative attention. Overall, they say the game “can’t be missed.”

IGN – 10 out of 10

IGN’s review could only be described as “gushing.” They even went so far as to call the game a “masterpiece,” focusing entirely on the massive set pieces and series of high-budget action sequences. IGN says that Uncharted 3 is one of “gaming’s finest moments,” but their review seems lacking on any technical analysis and focuses almost entirely on the emotional experiences of the player.

Ars Technica – (No Rating)

As with the other reviews, a strong focus is placed on the strong character development and impressive narrative. They do note that the game dances with believability a little bit, and that the combat system still feels pretty rough in certain situations. They also mention that the jumping puzzles are repetitive, but overall give the game high praise and consider it an achievement for Naughty Dog and the PS3.

EuroGamer – 8 out of 10

Calling the single-player campaign “peerless,” EuroGamer sings high praise about the game’s execution but pulls back their accolades by calling Uncharted 3 narrow and shallow. They note that fans of the franchise and cinema will be happy with this latest title, but shouldn’t expect too much in the way of risk-taking or flexibility.

Overall, it looks like Uncharted 3 is a strong buy. There’s no room to customize your experience and the story is apparently straight as an arrow, but the multiplayer seems to add replay value and the overall experience can’t be matched. A fitting new entry to one of the best PS3 franchises, and one that should keep fans happy for some time to come.

Are you picking up Uncharted 3 next week?

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Next Portal 2 Patch to Include In-Game Level Editor

Posted Oct 22, 2011 at 5:18PM EST by Listed in: PC Gaming Tags: level editor, portal 2, valve

Valve continues their legacy of awesome and free downloadable content by giving Portal fans a way to make their own levels right in the game engine.

The Portal 2 authoring tools have been available for some time, but if you’re like me you probably downloaded them, installed them, fired them up and then immediately shut them off once you realized how overwhelming it would actually be to build a level in the editor. I’ve always loved Halo’s Forge mode, but the authoring tools for Team Fortress and Portal have remained a little out of my league.

It looks like Valve is hoping to change all that, recently announcing that their next bit of downloadable Portal 2 content would include an in-game editor. Valve also indicated that you’ll be able to design levels for both single player and co-op, opening up the depth of design pretty far for amateur level builders. The thought of building a co-op Portal level is absolutely insane to me, but perhaps there are some passionate gamers out the

If you’re not into creating your own levels but still want to get some new challenges for your Portal gun, you’ll be able to play any levels created by users, as well as vote on them based on how much you enjoyed your experience. With a robust player community, this is sure to lengthen the shelf life of the Portal series dramatically – as long as there are new puzzles to solve, you’ll always have something to look forward to.

Are you going to experiment with the Portal 2 level editor? It drops early next year.

Via Giant Bomb

Valve continues their legacy of awesome and free downloadable content by giving Portal fans a way to make their own levels right in the game engine.


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Professor Layton and the Last Specter’s Hidden RPG

Posted Oct 17, 2011 at 5:23PM EST by Listed in: Nintendo DS Tags: last specter, Level-5, london life, professor layton

A new Professor Layton game hits shelves today, but did you know that The Last Specter contains a completely separate RPG?

The Professor Layton series stands out as one of the best sets of puzzle games in recent memory. While it can occasionally frustrating or confusing, for the most part the Layton franchise delivers on its promise to give gamers a bunch of interesting puzzles to solve while loosely tying those puzzles into some sort of narrative. It isn’t perfect, but it works on a fundamental level.

Professor Layton and the Last Specter, the latest in the Layton franchise, hits shelves today. Nintendo DS owners can pick the game up for the regular DS game price of $29.99, but may not know that they’re actually getting two games for the price. The first game is a traditional Layton adventure, solving puzzles and figuring out a mystery. The second though, is much more interesting.

The second game, titled “Professor Layton’s London Life,” allows you to customize your character, explore the city of London, take on assignments and look for clues as you work to determine the origins of a mysterious fairy. This mini-RPG isn’t related to the main story of Last Specter, but apparently offers over 100 hours of gameplay – that’s like Skyrim territory right there. The game is accessible at any time and boasts a top-down view of London that you can explore to your heart’s content. Unless, of course, you actually live in the U.K. – London Life is not included in the U.K. version of the game.

Of course, the question remains whether it will be 100 interesting hours of RPG, or 100 hours of scratching your head as you try to solve a few hundred unrelated puzzles. Either way, this extra feature certainly expands on the Layton legacy and gives fans a little more content to enjoy while they wait for the next title in the series, The Mask of Miracle, to hit the 3DS sometime in the next few months.

How do you feel about having more freedom to explore the world of Professor Layton?

Via GamePro

A new Professor Layton game hits shelves today, but did you know that The Last Specter contains a completely separate RPG?


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Professor Layton Coming to you iOS Device (Sort of)

Posted Oct 15, 2011 at 2:30PM EST by Listed in: iPhone Tags: ios, Level-5, nintendo ds, professor layton

Level-5’s Layton Brothers Mystery Room takes an early change in the development cycle and heads to iPhones and iPads in lieu of the Nintendo DS.

If you like solving puzzles and you own a Nintendo DS, you’re probably familiar with the Professor Layton series. In the games, you play as Layton and his assistant, exploring towns and finding clues while solving a greater general mystery. You also meet your fair share of jerks that refuse to help you unless you can work out some sort of puzzle for them, a hilarious but often frustrating hallmark of the series.

Level-5 had recently announced that a Layton spin-off, Layton Brothers Mystery Room, was being developed for the Nintendo DS handheld. The game is similar in style to the rest of the Layton series, but is instead presented in a full 3D environment. You’ll have to explore various rooms, investigating the clues you find to work out what happened.

Now the company has announced that instead of targeting the Nintendo DS, Layton Brothers Mystery Room is instead heading to you iOS system. There’s no real clarification on which systems will be compatible, but I’m hoping it won’t be limited to the iPhone 4S, since my 3GS is still trucking along and I don’t want to buy a new phone just to catch up with Professor Layton.

Either way, it makes sense that the Layton series would head to mobile platforms; the interface has never been much more than tapping on interesting thing and figuring out what they do.

Anyone excited to bring a little mystery around on their phones?

Via Joystiq

Level-5’s Layton Brothers Mystery Room takes an early change in the development cycle and heads to iPhones and iPads in lieu of the Nintendo DS.


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Arkham City Reviews Rolling In

Posted Oct 14, 2011 at 2:00PM EST by Listed in: Xbox 360 Tags: arkham asylum, arkham city, Batman, reviews

Batman’s newest adventure is earning high marks from pretty much everyone that touches it. We’ve got a quick breakdown of what people are saying.

We’re less than a week away from entering Arkham one more time and dealing with the many terrors it contains. The last Batman game we saw earned waves of critical praise and was hailed by some as the best superhero game every made. The only question now is, can the game’s sequel meet the standard set by its predecessor while living up to the insane hype?

So far, it looks like the answer to that question is a resounding “Yes.” Here’s a quick run of what some of the major reviewers are saying about the title:

GameSpot – 9.0

They praise the game’s open environment, level design, slick controls and clean presentation. I believe I heard the word “exhilarating” in their video review, so take that for what you will. Puzzles are noted as tricky but rewarding, but the final confrontation is named anti-climactic.

GameTrailers – 9.4

Side missions are noted as a highlight of the game, though they do note that the game sometimes sends you in circles. The environment is also acclaimed here, as are the context controls that make the Arkham series so interesting. There is a brief lament over Batman’s inability to grapple through barbed wire, but overall the exploration aspects of the game earn high marks.

Joystiq – 4.5 Stars

Cleaner controls, a more interesting environment and a variety of interesting things to do are the primary focuses here, with the site glumly noting that the central narrative never quite lives up to everything else. They do note the game as an improvement, albeit slight, over the original Arkham game. They too, make mention of a lame final encounter.

GamePro – 5 Stars

GamePro’s reviewer calls Arkham City the best superhero game he’s ever played. Unlike other reviews, GamePro was impressed with the storyline and only took issue with the limited complexity of boss encounters. They also note that the optional Catwoman adventure option, available only to players that purchase the game new, could be a problem for those that like to pick up used titles.

So there you have it. When you look at the reviews in aggregate, it looks like Arkham City is an excellent use of your hard-earned money. And, like I’ve mentioned previously, if you pre-order the title through Wal-Mart, they’ll throw in a $10 gift card and a copy of the original Arkham Asylum to boot.

Are you ready to put on the cape one more time?

Batman’s newest adventure is earning high marks from pretty much everyone that touches it. We’ve got a quick breakdown of what people are saying.


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