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You Must Clean Up for the Dancing Girls
Thumping music? Check. Dancing girls in skimpy outfits? Check. Men wiping the floor…? Check. Sony’s E3 press event didn’t only feature video games, it also featured dudes in black making sure the floor was clean, so no dancer took a nasty spill. Be sure to keep your eye out for the guy with the broom…
By Brian Ashcraft Published June 7, 2011 -
What Do People Think of PS Vita’s Pricing?
At Sony’s E3 press conference, they seem happy. In the U.S., the Wi-Fi only PS Vita will cost US$249.99, while the 3G/Wi-Fi one is $299.99. It was thought that the 3G/Wi-Fi version was going to cost over $300—somewhere around $350.
By Brian Ashcraft Published June 7, 2011 -
The PS Vita from a Variety of Angles
It’s no longer the NGP. Call Sony’s PSP successor PS Vita. Sony released a variety of publicity photos that show the upcoming portable from a variety of angles. As Kotaku previously posted, the PS Vita will be available in Wi-Fi and 3G/Wi-Fi models for US$249 and $299. In Japan, the Wi-Fi model is priced at…
By Brian Ashcraft Published June 6, 2011 -
PlayStation Vita: It’s Official, and Here’s The Price
This January, Sony debuted its new gaming handheld in Tokyo. The portable’s codename was introduced as NGP, or “Next Generation Portable”. Today, at the E3 gaming expo in Los Angeles, Sony revealed the handheld’s final name, PS Vita, as well as its pricing. The portable has dual touch pads, dual cameras, an OLED screen, GPS,…
By Brian Ashcraft Published June 6, 2011 -
The PlayStation Branded 3D Display
Want a 3D display? How about a 3D display with PlayStation logo on it? Today at Sony’s E3 press conference, the electronics giant unveiled a PlayStation branded 3D display. The 24 inch display is specifically developed for PS3 owners, and according to Sony, it is perfect for dorm rooms and family rooms. Thanks to stereoscopic…
By Brian Ashcraft Published June 6, 2011 -
Sony Apologises for PSN Outage (Again!)
Moments ago, Sony Computer Entertainment’s Jack Tretton took to the stage at Sony’s E3 event. The first thing Sony wanted to say was sorry. Tretton called the PSN outage an elephant in the room, and told the assembled gaming press “You’re welcome” for all the controversy and news. “I know the network outage was costly,”…
By Brian Ashcraft Published June 6, 2011 -
Report: Lulz Security Sony Hacker Arrested
As hacker collective Lulz Security claims it snagged Sony Computer Entertainment’s Developer Network source code, newspaper The Epoch Times reports that one LulzSec member, Robert Cavanaugh, is believed to be in FBI custody. The group frequently posts updates on its Twitter, @LulzSec, providing updates and even taunting Sony. In late May, the hacker collective tweeted,…
By Brian Ashcraft Published June 6, 2011 -
Steven Spielberg and Peter Jackson Team with Ubisoft for Tintin
Famed filmmaker Steven Spielberg is directing upcoming feature film The Adventures of Tintin, based on the Tintin comic books. Ubisoft is making a game based on the movie. “We’re excited for the opportunity to work with such renowned filmmakers on the iconic Tintin franchise,” said Yves Guillemot, Chief Executive Officer at Ubisoft, in an official…
By Brian Ashcraft Published June 6, 2011 -
Forza 4 Footage Will Rev Your Engine
Forza Motorsport 4 will change car culture forever. But before that, it’s getting an E3 trailer. Out October 11, Forza 4 will feature Kinect integration (headtracking and voice), community car clubs and rivals mode, the Top Gear test track, and over 80 car manufacturers. Can’t wait.
By Brian Ashcraft Published June 6, 2011 -
This Guy Will Make Duke Nukem Drinks to Get You Shitfaced
This is Mike. He makes drinks. Game drinks. He’s interested in possibly making a book of his game-themed cocktails. I’d rather watch him on YouTube. This is fascinating. I love the abrupt pan at the beginning. I love all the booze. I love how soothing Mike is. There’s a whole website, too, filled with game…
By Brian Ashcraft Published June 6, 2011 -
When Iggy Pop and His Boogers Came to E3
Lust for Gaming | LOS ANGELES, CA: In May 2004, Iggy Pop showed up at the E3 PlayStation 2 celebration (Photo: Robert Bertoia | Getty) Your Handy Guide to E3’s Big Press Conference Kick-Off Times Keeping track of E3’s big press conferences-where all the important announcements are made-can be hard enough. But keeping track of…
By Brian Ashcraft Published June 6, 2011 -
Eight Minutes of NeverDead Lives!
NeverDead is a tongue-in-cheek third person shooter in which you can rip off your head and THROW IT. Designed by Shinta Nojiri of Metal Gear Ac!d fame and developed by Rebellion of Aliens vs. Predator fame, NeverDead is due out later this year on the Xbox 360 and PS3.
By Brian Ashcraft Published June 6, 2011 -
Just Imagine These Ninja Boobs in 3D
When the girls of Senran Kagura aren’t jiggling their jubblies, they’re eating phallic sushi rolls and playing in the surf. You can change character costumes, too. Boobs aside, the trailer does show hack-and-slash and adventure element, before going back to the default: boobs. Oh yeah, the game also has boobs. Did I mention boobs? Boobs.
By Brian Ashcraft Published June 6, 2011