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NeöStarr
06/25/09

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Needs more Christopher Walken.
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FP_slomo788
06/25/09

@NeoStarr: "I'm a millionaire! That's the difference! I lose 80 I get another 80."

Great movie :)
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Handsome Al
06/25/09

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It's not a real billiard hustling game unless your character gets knifed in the stomach.
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MaxDragon7
06/25/09

@Handsome Al: Exactly!
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MaxDragon7
06/25/09

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Was anyone else thinking "This game looks sexier than GT5." when you saw the screenshot?

Well I was, for some reason..

It's gotta be that shininess. Yup. That explains it!
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(DEAD) Goldwings - Remembered for his bravery and heroism... xD
06/25/09

@MaxDragon7 - Super Mario Go! WAHOO!: I'll send word out to make everything extra shiny just for you.
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MaxDragon7
06/25/09

@(Zombie) Goldwings: I have a feeling that every subsequent game in the future will be shinier than the last. Boy, will our eyes be ruined. :P
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Cimmerian76
06/25/09

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I'm sorry, but does billiards need a software translation? Almost anyone can play the game, and even at the most expensive pubs, you won't spend much on the billiards itself. Find yourself a local pub, and play the game for real. You could even pick up a game of darts, which I'm sure will be the next PSN announcement.
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Ghede
06/25/09

@Cimmerian76: Gee, a billiards video-game gets you outraged? Don't visit any flash game portal, you will find about fifty different clones of the damn game.
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2c-b
06/25/09

@Cimmerian76: I guess I must be one of the rare few that actually enjoys pool video games. I can remember spending many months playing "3D online pool", a generic pool game in every sense of the word. However, it's main advantage to me was that it presented the game in a "simulation" type manner, which helped me get a better idea for the physics of the game (i.e. the right angle for certain shots). It also taught me the rules to snooker.

Though I do admit, playing it in real life is far far better. The problem is that it can cost quite a bit when you want to play numerous times a week. It's also rather difficult to find a high quality American 9 ball table here (such as a Brunswick). Most of the pubs in Australia tend to have small 7 foot 8 ball tables, wood not slate. Basically they are trash to play on.
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Mit
06/25/09

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The quality of those shiny balls seems to have just broke Kotaku for me. The homepage is only showing this story, and nothing else.
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FP_slomo788
06/25/09

@Mit: Sony bought Kotaku's first page as PS3 only.

God this exclusive shit pisses me off.
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FatalChaos
06/25/09

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On the PS blog he linked to a game details page which looks to have plenty of content.

[www.us.playstation.com]

* Stunning HD Graphics - Photo-realistic, 3D graphics with real physical properties gives players the actual feeling of being in stylish and modern pool bar settings without leaving the comfort of their own home.

* Accessible Controls - Using the DualShock3 controller, Hustle Kings™ pick-up-and-play controls allow for immediate fun for both casual and hard-core gamers.

* Hustle Mode - Using their Hustle Kings Credits earned while playing in the various game modes, players can hustle others for their credit to spend in the Hustle Kings Shop.

* Video Chat - Using your friend list, have fun playing against friends online while chatting with them in-game via video chat.

* Play Your Favorite Variation of Pool - Supports US 8-Ball, UK 8-Ball (Black-Ball), 9-Ball, Killer, Cut-Throat, 3-Ball, Time Trial, 14.1 Continuous, Trick-Shots, and more.

* Local Versus Modes - Supports up to 16 players locally . Players can either battle against the computer or test their skills against a friend.

* On-line Versus Modes - On-line Hustle Mode supports rooms of up to 16 players and Online Standard Pool Mode supports lobbies of up to 256 players for all games modes (except when playing "Killer Pool" which is limited to 8 player rooms).

* Personalized Experience with Your Music - Players can access the XMB during gameplay to customize the background music played during games. YouTube Uploading - Record your game, share your strategy, or just show off your best shots with the rest of the world using Hustle Kings™ YouTube upload functionality.

* Interact With Your Friends - Support for in-game text, voice and video chat, cross-game invites, and game launching in PlayStation Home!

* Online Rankings and Trophy Support - Leaderboards, Stats, and Trophies will motivate players to aspire to both single player and multiplayer high scores!
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MaxDragon7
06/25/09

@FatalChaos: *looks at list*

*finds 'Personalize Experience with Your Music'*

*does a little dance*
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Yossarian
06/25/09

"...the actual feeling of being in stylish and modern pool bar settings ..."

@FatalChaos: I don't think I've ever been in a joint with a pool table that you could describe in that way.

Its kind of ironic that their idea of realism is actually very unrealistic to me. Now if the place was filled with smoke, had shitty lighting, a jukebox that was 10 years out of date (but not in a good way), smelled of sour beer, and full of husky women with mustaches, *then* I think they'd have the atmosphere nailed.
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MaxDragon7
06/25/09

@FatalChaos: Wanna know what would really make this game a must have by everyone? What Yossarian said, but also with a combat system and rag-doll physics, in case you have to fight your way out of a 'situation'.

That'd be awesome.

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MaxDragon7
06/25/09

@MaxDragon7 - Super Mario Go! WAHOO!: Hmm..

Strange bolding error..

I must've forgotten the backslash. :P

Yeeeeaaa...

Let's.. just go with that.
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Klemmins
06/25/09

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Damn, that looks good. But what does the carpet look like?
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Michael Dukakis
06/25/09

@Klemmins: It matches the drapes i'm sure.
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ShaSt One
06/25/09

@Michael Dukakis: I don't see any drapes in that screenshot.
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hodayathink has not forgotten about the 70s RnB
06/25/09

@ShaSt One: Whoosh!
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