• feature

    Father Knows Best: The Best and Worst Fathers in Video Games

    Fathers are easy to find in video games. When they're not antagonizing their offspring or killed off in the first level, they often serve as our main characters' major motivation. More »
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    Comment by Mucudadada: Ending of HL2 :Ep 2 was so :( Speaking of which, "Hey Valve! You know what I would like better... 18 Responses | Other threads

  • Boobs Musou

    Koei Tecmo Working On Corporate Cross Over Game

    Japanese game makers Koei and Tecmo have merged, officially forming Koei Tecmo Holdings as of this April. But does that mean their games will merge as well? More »
    06/17/09
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    Comment by ph15h: *evil laugh*: It was fine to look at Kasumi before I turned 18... but now that's just jailbait. Guys, remember she's like... 16 Responses | Other threads

  • smack talk

    Itagaki Bayonetta Creator Hate May Provide Game Clues

    Dead or Alive creator Tomonobu Itagaki has left Tecmo's Team Ninja. He's been away, but has returned with a new start-up, unofficially dubbed the Tokyo Vikings. More »
    06/08/09
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    Comment by Timstuff: His face still looks like an oatmeal cookie. 10 Responses | Other threads

  • feature

    Mommy Dearest: The Best and Worst Mothers in Video Games

    Mothers have it tough in video games – they get killed off, turned evil, or their children leave the nest to save the world. And their kids probably don't call home often enough. More »
    05/06/09
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    Comment by akumaserge: What the hell AJ, you write an article about mothers in video games and YOU FORGOT TO MENTION NESS' MOTHER... 25 Responses | Other threads

  • hollywood

    Dead or Alive Actress So Against Piracy, Bought Pirated Goods

    Actress, singer, whatever Holly Valance was Christie in the Dead or Alive movie, DOA: Dead or Alive. The 2006 movie was filmed in Asia, and Vance now calls it "an amazing experience," but tough. More »
    01/12/09
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    Comment by Silenced: So is the DOA movie any good? is it even worth looking for the chicks alone? It better have tons... 17 Responses | Other threads

  • arcade

    Catch These Dead or Alive Figures!

    Yes, you too can pick up Dead or Alive gals. WITH CLAWS. Sega's announced its U.F.O Catcher crane machines will be featuring Dead or Alive Xtreme figures of Kasumi and Ayane in Japan. They're about 18cm tall, designed by Shunya Yamashita and apparently sculpted by zenko. Not bad! More »
    09/04/08
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    Comment by SilentSeraphin: Hmm...considering grabbing them for my husband in the future. Wonder if there's any chance of overseas shipping... 5 Responses | Other threads

  • top

    Tecmo Slaps Itagaki With 4 Point Gag-Order

    And the Itagaki vs. Tecmo legal battle continues! On June 10th, Tecmo filed with the Tokyo District Court for a "gag-order" against former employee and Dead or Alive creator Tomonobu Itagaki before the court case begins. The provisional disposition includes the following four points, prohibiting: More »
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    Comment by EMPEROR_COW: @Teh Emo Penguin: the only thing he could possibly leak is countless amount of urine from all the booze he... more » | Other threads

  • tomonobu itagaki

    Rumor:36 on Team Ninja Quitting, Planning Lawsuit

    The Itagaki-Tecmo pissing match may have hit a new level of animosity. 1Up, attributing only "word on the street," reports that as many as 36 key members of Team Ninja are walking, and preparing a class-action lawsuit against Tecmo regarding unpaid bonuses they were due for completed games.Earlier this month Tomonobu Itagaki, who leads/led Team Ninja, announced his intention to quit Tecmo, effective July 1. In his announcement he was PO'd about a company decision not to pay bonuses on a completed game, so, chances are his comrades feel the same. Tecmo, for its part, says the bonus to Itagaki that is in dispute was approved by a previous management team, not the current one.1Up also writes:
    Another problem for Tecmo is that in Japan, any lawsuit filed against a publicly-traded company must be immediately reported to its shareholders on the same business day. The fact that Itagaki had actually filed a complaint against Tecmo in Tokyo District Court on May 14, but Tecmo management withheld this information from shareholders, possibly as late as when the notorious developer released his high-profile public statement on June 2, creates even bigger problems for the game publisher. Of course Tecmo still owns Ninja Gaiden and Dead or Alive, and can hire developers to make all the games it wishes off of those franchises. But if this is true, it's absolutely a fair to wonder what they'll be like without, and how faithful they'd be to the gaming experience so many have come to expect to this point. Rumor: Three Dozen Team Ninja Members Leaving With Itagaki [1Up]
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    Comment by freespeech: Well, I don't really like Itagaki as he seems like a bit of an ass to me but the man... more » | Other threads

  • top

    Itagaki Leaving Tecmo, Suing Tecmo

    Tomonobu Itagaki is leaving Tecmo and suing the company for unpaid bonuses. The Dead or Alive creator cites an unfulfilled Dead or Alive 4 completion bonus, stating, "President Yoshimi Yasuda chose not only to violate this agreement, but also turned defiant, telling me 'if you are dissatisfied with the decision not to pay the bonuses, either quit the company or sue it.'" More »
    06/02/08
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    Comment by XxBunnyBoyxX: Well, all I can say is I've been with Itagaki since day 1 on this issue and I think he's... more » | Other threads

  • ninja gaiden

    Itagaki's Opinion of GTAIV and Rockstar

    Tecmo's Tomonobu Itagaki is a serious guy. Dead serious about things like his Ninja Gaiden games and things like anatomical physics. He's not messing around, folks! So when he looks at Grand Theft Auto IV, does he see serious business? Says Itagaki: More »
    05/20/08
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    Comment by djHEAT: You need one more red eye then it makes it three. more » | Other threads

  • tecmo

    Itagaki Is Focused on "Movement" and "Animation"

    As Crecente previously reported, Tecmo's Tomonobu Itagaki is ready to move on after Ninja Gaiden 2. He's said its the last entry in the series. What's next for the sunglassed one? According to Itagaki: More »
    05/16/08
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    Comment by Protector one: Boobs in a WWII game? Don't be silly. Those didn't exist back then yet. more » | Other threads

  • otaku

    We Do Not Believe This Dead or Alive Character Is Swimming

    And the shameful Dead or Alive toys continue! This Tina figure is totally bra swimming. But look at her face. She could be waiting for a bus for all we know. And what about her hair? That's not swimming hair. We are disappointed to say that this Tina figure just isn't very realistic. More »
    04/24/08
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    Comment by who cares: @deathbunny: LMAO, that was made of win! more » | Other threads

  • clips

    Dead Fantasy II: Return Of Video Game Girls Kicking The Crap Out Of Each Other

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    Comment by Oshiro: Who was the last two girls who entered the fray? I think the one on the Final Fantasy side was... 1 Responses | Other threads

  • top

    Killer Murders 2, Stabs Seven, Played Sexy Game

    This Sunday, 24 year-old Masahiro Kanagawa knifed 8 random people at a shopping mall in Ibaraki Prefecture. Seven of the eight were seriously injured, while the eighth (a 27 year-old man) died on the way to the hospital. Kanagawa fatally stabbed a 72 year-old man earlier this month, after deciding not to go through with his original plan: A murder spree at his former elementary school. According to the police, Kanagawa said: More »
    03/24/08
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    Comment by freespeech: @El-Suave: media is media wherever you are in the world my friend!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! more » | Other threads

  • tecmo

    Yes Everyone, Itagaki Really Does Have Eyeballs

    Last September at some drunken TGS party, we got close. Damn close. Dead or Alive creator Tomonobu Itagaki took off his shades, we saw the whites of his eyes. Fumbling, we got out our camera, which conveniently took a BLURRY PHOTO. While picture cameras apparently don't work, video cameras do. And not just any old video cameras, but video cameras used to film Peter Molyneux's Lionhead Studio propaganda. Hit the jump for a closer look at an unmasked Itagaki. More »
    03/24/08
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    Comment by Veitli: [www.gametrailers.com] This is a waaay old interview about DOA2 Hardcore. I'm guessing this is right before Itagaki decided to change his... more » | Other threads

  • tecmo

    Itagaki Recommends? Gambling!

    Dead or Alive creator Tomonobu Itagaki is back with another masterclass in bad assery! When asked what advice he'd give to young game developers, Itagaki replied: More »
    03/19/08
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    Comment by B33: Anyone else view Itagaki as a sellout? Or do I stand alone on my views? more » | Other threads

  • tecmo

    Let's Ask Itagaki About Tecmo Bowl!

    Tecmo is best known for Ninja Gaiden, Dead or Alive and Tecmo Bowl. Since Tomonobu Itagaki works at Tecmo and since MTV was interviewing Itagaki, they asked when Tecmo was going to revitalize Tecmo Bowl. Says Itagaki: More »
    02/29/08
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    Comment by freespeech: you forgot about all the sexual harassement!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! more » | Other threads

  • dead or alive

    Hitomi From DOA Straddling An Inflatable Pool Toy: The Figure

    Look, just because we're on GDC like white on rice, doesn't mean we're not checking for Breaking News on the questionable collectible vinyl toy market. Case in point, this Hitomi of Dead or Alive fame figure, part of the "Venus on the Beach" series from Kotobukiya, announced just hours ago. You may know it better as the "Removable Tops and Bottoms" series, in which buxom brawlers Ayane and Lei Fang have already been featured in various states of undress. It's the most... uh, tasteful of the bunch and very necessary for those looking for the complete collection. I just pray that the series ends before Zack gets his turn. More »
    02/18/08
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    Comment by Captain Impulse: @Mia-Mo: Nah, she's not bitchy enough. more » | Other threads

  • hot tears of shame

    Kasumi Toy Stripped Topless

    This is shocking. So so shocking. It's so shocking and TOTALLY NOT SAFE FOR WORK that we're putting the gallery after the jump, and the pics in the gallery have been censored by the site that originally posted them. Well, it's not that shocking, but it's certainly NSFW! Japanese figure-centric site Moeyo.com has a review of SEGA Prize Dead or Alive Kasumi figure designed by figurine sculptor Shunya Yamashita. Moeyo takes the regular Kasumi figurine and removes her plastic clothes. For those who have never seen a Moeyo review, be warned. They embarrass her. Horribly. More »
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    Comment by androide: Why the dot covering the nipples ? Would you do the same for the Venus of Milo ? more » | Other threads

  • pantsu

    Lei Fang Statue Lacks Graceful Clothes

    It's still After Dark, no? Well, it is somewhere. Here's the embarrassing sequel to the Kotobukiya statue of Dead or Alive Xtreme 2's Lei Fang. As with before, this is only half of it. The cheekier (NSFW) half is after the jump. You've been warned! More »
    01/24/08
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    Comment by taomaster99: YEAH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! more » | Other threads

  • hot tears of shame

    Dead or Alive Mugs With 3D Humps

    Dead or Alive isn't only about fighting. Oh, no. It's about other things as well. Things like boobs and boob physics. There's no dead to beat around the bush, we know this, you know this and more importantly Banpresto knows this. An upcoming prize in Banpresto arcade redemption games, Dead or Alive Extreme 2 jubblie mugs will be available in Japanese arcades. Kasumi, Ayane and Hitomi are representative. Hit the jump for an embarrassing hands on impression of the Hitomi mug cup. More »
    12/05/07
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    Comment by Zen Grenadier: I want to enjoy my coffee, not get distracted by the mug! more » | Other threads

  • hot tears of shame

    Take Off Ayane's Top and Skirt

    More shameful Dead or Alive toys! This round, we've got Ayane from the "Venus on the beach!" series of Kotobukiya figurines. The US $74 Ayane comes with a halter top and a mini-skirt that are able to be removed. An Ayane you can undress! Underneath, there is your standard embarrassing Dead or Alive string bikini. A sorta, but not totally, NSFW pic of that after the jump. More »
    11/12/07
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    Comment by Americo: I kinda want this. o_o more » | Other threads

  • clip

    Dead Fantasy I

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    Comment by LyndonGlaucus: Cool! Special for Monti & fans: http://deadfantasy.r... more » | Other threads

  • dirty game too

    Dead or Alive Jubblies Plundered for CD

    Hey, I've seen those clothes before. That's Kasumi from Tecmo fighter Dead or Alive. Doujin circle C-CUBE put out a game, this non-Tecmo NSFW game, during the past and have also released a CD of "100 simulations of boob action voice" as well as 14 of the game's songs. What does those "boob action voice" simulations sound like? Dunno! But here's a sample: More »
    10/04/07
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    Comment by Ignited_Impulse: Thing about DoA is no matter how stupid or far fetched something is...I want it. I believe you've failed to... more » | Other threads

  • juggle combo

    Dead Or Alive Flick To Pollute DVD Players Any Day Now

    Checking my Netflix new releases RSS feed last night revealed a shockingly horrific fact: the Weinstein Company is planning to make good on its threat to release the fighting game movie adaptation DOA: Dead or Alive on DVD this month. If you were sick the weekend DOA: Dead or Alive was in North American theaters and are a masochist, you'll be able to get your hands on it (possibly) next week, from September 11th. Ouch. Too soon, Weinstein Company, too soon. More »
    09/04/07
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    Comment by RigorMortis: No way! People who gave the movie a chance!?? People who... enjoyed it!?? Guys, these are the intertubes. You're all... more » | Other threads

  • hate

    Itagaki Scoffs at Heavenly Sword

    Beside booze and boob physics, Dead or Alive creator Tomonobu Itagaki doesn't like much of anything! Tekken he hates so hard. And the upcoming PS3 title Heavenly Sword? Meh! The game features "Hero Sequences" in which players have to input particular commands to proceed through a Dragon's Liar-esque cinematic event. In the latest Electronic Gaming Monthly, Itagaki offers his two cents: More »
    08/06/07
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    Comment by kryo: The guy's honest, says what he thinks. Not too common in today's game biz pr :) About the comments on Heavenly... more » | Other threads

  • from the mouth of babes

    Itagaki - Tekken Sucks

    Normally when we have a quote to share with you from an industry personality we summarize their comment humorously in the title and then give you the actual wording in the main body of the post. Not so this time. Joystiq caught up to Dead or Alive creator and paragon of coolness Tomonobu Itagaki at the recent Championship Gaming Series North American World Series Final, where they asked him if he was looking forward to Tekken 6.
    Tekken sucks. I don't know what you're talking about.
    The black leather jacket and sunglasses aren't just for show. Itagaki is a bad ass rebel. You'd never hear Yuji Naka say, "Yo, fuck Mario," even though I would personally give him $100 just to get it on tape. The rest of the interview is pretty tame, though he does hint at the possibility of a Wii title down the line.
    We're doing a lot of research, that's about all I can say right now. Although, to add on that note, my kids have been saying they want a game for the Wii. To tell you the truth, Ninja Gaiden: Dragon Sword, that's because my kids were asking for one of my titles to be on the DS.
    The Wii could certainly use a dose of Itagaki's trademark family friendly fare. More »
    08/02/07
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    Comment by doafan21: @fearing: 10 minutes of play and you give your comment about the game..? you suck much more than Itagaki does..... more » | Other threads

  • boob physics involved

    Itagaki Drops Dead or Alive 5 Hints

    Sunglasses-wearing Tomonobu Itagaki gave a quick short phone interview via translator with Dead or Alive fan site DoA Central. Most of the DoA Central post goes on and on about how Itagaki and TECMO take into account what forum members post about gameplay and whatnot, but did some good info about the upcoming Dead or Alive 5. Itagaki confirmed that he's leaning further away from tag mode in DoA5, and it even sounds like it could be axed altogether. And the giant jubblies? Those stay. More »
    07/31/07
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    Comment by azupanda: Oh, good stuff XD DoA4 was good awesome. more » | Other threads

  • shameful

    DoA, Tomb Raider "Interactive Sex" Flicks

    Rule 34 tells us that if something exists, there is a porn of it. And Dead or Alive must have several dirty movies — a handful, even. At the recent, Adult Treasure Expo in Chiba, Japan adult film distributor Thrust Films decorated its booth with posters for its Tomb Raider rip-off Jewel Raider and Dead or Alive reiteration Kazami "interactive sex" flicks. Thought the Dead or Alive already was an interactive sex game. Zing! More »
    07/30/07
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    Comment by dsvella: BY ZOMBIEPUPPY AT 07/31/07 12:30 AM I want a rule 34 on the Silent Hill movie. There are... more » | Other threads

  • kotaku after dark

    Finally, A Somewhat New Kasumi Figure

    It feels like it's been days since we were treated to a new Dead or Alive babe immortalized in polyvinyl chloride. The long, cruel drought is over, thank Lord Itagaki, as Max Factory has released the fourth repaint of its extremely popular (I suppose) Kasumi figure, this time to commemorate the release of the Dead or Alive movie, which was in American theaters for unexpectedly long two weeks. That's why this version is dubbed the "Hollywood Blue" Kasumi. More »
    07/24/07
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    Comment by Brocklesocks: I find it disturbing what Japanese culture finds attractive. Cartoons of idealized cartoon woman bodies with faces of children. C'mon,... more » | Other threads

  • to the xtreme

    Finally, Dead Or Alive Toys With Removable Clothing

    If you haven't had your fill of Dead or Alive babes in statue form, Kotobukiya has you covered with this extremely uncovered Ayane sculpt. Based on Team Ninja's Dead or Alive Xtreme 2 version of the indigo haired ninja, the "Venus on the beach!" figure features removable clothing for when you're tired of upskirting virtual girls in the comfort of your own home. It's going to run you 8,190 yen and is due to ship in November. C'mon. It's Friday night and you're reading this entry. What better way do you have to spend your time and money? More »
    07/20/07
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    Comment by ZeonicFreak: Quote: C'mon. It's Friday night and you're reading this entry. What better way to you have to spend your time... more » | Other threads

  • so does doa

    China Still Believes In Booth Babes

    Miss the booth babes? Dead or Alive has you covered. At the Shanghai gaming expo ChinaJoy, DOA Online not only rolled out booth companions, but also water and sand. Booth babe activities include reading magazines together, sharing headphones and putting hardware in one's crotch. Do I miss the old E3? No I don't, not at all. More »
    07/17/07
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    Comment by TechnoDestructo: More like booth babies. Damn, how young are some of those girls? more » | Other threads

  • clip

    Dead or Alive Online Trailer

    Here's a look at Dead or Alive Online, featuring that big-headed, freakazoid Kasumi — just to give you nightmares. The game will feature a style of fighting unique to online and customization for more embarrassing costumes and panty shots. Deep shame. More »
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    Comment by KitsumiChan: How EXACTLY is this child porn? Seriously, grow up. It's supposed to be cute, not sexual in anyway. Just because... more » | Other threads

  • tina and bass at the olympics

    Dead Or Alive DDs Coming To PCs

    Team Ninja's 3D fighter series Dead or Alive is making the jiggly jump from consoles to PCs in the form of Dead or Alive Online scheduled to hit sometime between now and the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games. DOA Online won't simply be a port of an existing console or arcade release, instead it will be a "completely new game featuring the characteristics of a PC online game" which most likely means it's six different flavors of rotten garbage. More »
    07/02/07
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    Comment by Desi: @devil-illusion: But I like my women looking like adults down below. I am sorry you don't feel the same... more » | Other threads

  • death watch

    Dead or Alive Flick Continues Box Office Free Fall

    At final tally, DOA: Dead or Alive eeked out a mere US $260,713 at the box office during its opening weekend. And during its second weekend, it puttered out $21,029. Peanuts! For those keeping score, that means the film plummeted 92 percent since last weekend. Only 98 theaters continued showing it for a second week, and the movie earned $214 per screen. Wow. I'd really love to talk to the people who saw DOA in theaters. They must be special people. More »
    06/26/07
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    Comment by Aex: @JoeyOliver: ROFL! I just noticed that -_- oh well... At least the first name was right? more » | Other threads

  • rotten tomato

    Dead Or Alive Movie Actually In Theaters

    Ain't It Cool News called it, showing they really know their video game based movies. Cory Yuen's film version of Dead Or Alive amazingly did make it to theaters. Despite rumors that the film was destined for a DVD only release in the U.S.—after opening in Europe in 2006 and having a great run on Google Video—it appears The Weinstein Company and Constantin Films have managed to eke out nationwide distribution. More »
    06/15/07
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    Comment by Capt133T: Saw this back in January on Destructoid...no naked boobs or even behinds, but you do get to see Zack jump... more » | Other threads

  • ninja

    Itagaki Talks Motivation, Cabbage

    Team Ninja's chief ninja and Dead or Alive mastermind Tomonobu Itagaki is one competitive dude. He says that the projects he's currently working aren't just good, but good. So much so that they'll destroy the hopes and dreams of other developers. Itagaki explains: More »
    06/07/07
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    Comment by Lalamp_Lalamb.: @onikuwagata: That is actually a very interesting and thoughtful analogy. Mind you, Itagaki would probably call you a ninja dog... more » | Other threads

  • rumor

    Dead or Alive Theatrical Release

    For the three readers who actually care, the Dead or Alive move DOA is supposedly getting a theatrical release. Last we heard, the game was slated for a straight-to-DVD release. Over at movie site Ain't It Cool News, they're saying: More »
    05/31/07
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    Comment by photoboy: @Striderhayasa & kylenalepa: If it's a choice of boobs or Optimus Prime with flames on him, I'm afraid it's going... more » | Other threads

  • joystick

    Porn Star Tera Patrick Talks Gaming

    Does starring in adult films affect your brain? Let's ask superstar Tera Patrick, who's appeared in seventy plus pornos. And since, we're a game site, how about some game questions via Gamerhelp.com. Tera, what titles appeal to you? More »
    05/23/07
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    Comment by bornonce: Tera Patrick was interviewed on G4TV just a couple of weeks ago. What I liked about her comments was that,... more » | Other threads

  • lucky europe

    DOA Movie Still MIA

    Out of all the gaming things Europe gets first, one had to be DOA: Dead or Alive. The film was based on Itagaki's Tecmo fighting games and stunk up the box office. The movie was so horrible that the film studio didn't screen it for some of the actors. So, the burning question: When will we see an American theatrical release? Who cares! Actress Jamie Pressley, who played Tina in the flick, said: More »
    05/10/07
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    Comment by richquick: OK, it's a movie based on a computer game staring Holly Valance. What were you expecting, Shakespeare? This wasn't a... more » | Other threads