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Why Buy Scribblenauts
Scribblenauts brings the ability to turn nearly any word you can write into a cute world of scribbles, but no nauts. But maybe that’s not enough to convince to buy the game for your DS. Fortunately, 5th Cell creative director Jeremiah Slackza is here to do the hard sale, explaining how the game came about…
By Brian Crecente Published September 2, 2009 -
Hot Coffee Suit Pointed to Take-Two Duplicity Born of Financial Turmoil
Struggling to stay afloat, Take-Two decided to ship Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas with a sex scene in the game and later lied to investors to cover up their decision, according to the suit settled today. The 2006 suit, which was tentatively settled for $20 million, also alleges that company officers earned more than $18…
By Brian Crecente Published September 1, 2009 -
PC Headaches
To: Ash From: Crecente Re: Day two of computer problems was a fun one. I finally figured out my email issues (thanks to the helpful emails from readers) only to be confronted with a slew of odd issues. Today I: Lost Internet Lost WiFi Lost Audio Crashed Lost Desk Top Manager Fortunately, I eventually found…
By Brian Crecente Published September 1, 2009 -
Take-Two Reaches $20M Settlement in GTA Hot Coffee Suit
Rockstar parent company Take-Two Interactive has agreed to a $20 million settlement in a class action suit brought against the company over allegations that they knowingly put hidden sexual content in Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas, the publisher announced today. The class action will be dismissed in exchange for an aggregate payment of $20,115,000 into…
By Brian Crecente Published September 1, 2009 -
Best Buy Celebrates The Beatles: Rock Band With London Tour
Best Buy is giving away trips to London to tour Abbey Road Studios as well as t-shirts and copies of The Beatles: Rock Band to celebrate the Sept. 9 launch of the title. On Sept. 9, ten Best Buys will kick off celebrations for the game at 8 a.m. with prize and memorabilia giveaways including…
By Brian Crecente Published September 1, 2009 -
Now, Where’s Yoshtse
As seen on Shark Robot.
By Brian Crecente Published September 1, 2009 -
Netflix Offers Credit For 360 Service Interrupt
Netflix is offering credit for people who were unable to stream movies or TV shows to their Xbox 360 on Sunday. In an email sent out to members of its service Monday evening, Netflix said technical issues may have made it hard for members to stream video from the service to the Xbox 360 on…
By Brian Crecente Published September 1, 2009 -
New PC
To: Bash From: Crecente Re: I finally gave up on the computer I built. I spent the day moving all of my files and programs and data over to a Voodoo PC. What a pain in the butt. Nevermind the Easy Windows Transfer, what the hell’s the deal with getting Thunderbird to recognize emails? I’ve…
By Brian Crecente Published August 31, 2009 -
Former UK Prime Minister’s Wife Attacked For Heading “Violent” Game Company
The wife and son of former UK Prime Minister Tony Blair have become directors of a pro-gaming company, Daily Mail reports. Cherie and Nicky Blair were named directors in February. Nicky Blair, 23, is apparently roommates with Gabriel Moraes, 22, who launched Magnitude Gaming in 2007. Not one to pass up a chance to attack…
By Brian Crecente Published August 31, 2009 -
Metal Gear Solid, Castlevania, Silent Hill: Konami Talks Games
The latest issue of On Screen, the internal magazine published by Konami, gives us a look at a year’s worth of games coming from the Japanese developer and publisher. Inside these pages you’ll find the full letter from Hideo Kojima saying that Metal Gear Solid Peace Walker on the PSP is so full of content…
By Brian Crecente Published August 31, 2009 -
God Of War Collection Smooths Gameplay, Adds Trophies
Reworked versions of God of War and God of War II, featuring smoother graphics running at a faster frame rate, hit stores this holiday on a single Blu-ray disc, Sony Computer Entertainment announced this morning. God of War Collection will feature both Playstation 2 games running at 1280 by 720 resolution and 60 frames a…
By Brian Crecente Published August 31, 2009 -
Disney Will Reexamine Marvel Video Game Deals As They Expire
While Disney has been increasing their in-house video game development, the company doesn’t feel a need to take over all Marvel game development in the future, company spokesmen told investors this morning. “On the video game front, (Marvel) have some smart licensing agreements with some of the best video game manufacturers in the business,” said…
By Brian Crecente Published August 31, 2009 -
Kotaku Podcast: Here’s Your Weekend Listening Material
During this week’s Kotaku Talk Radio, listeners called in to debate the Playstation 3, used games and question Fahey about his Ozzy Osbourne interview. The hour long show also has a taste of an upcoming chiptune concert, a word on why PS3 complainers need to put a sock in it and how very, very much…
By Brian Crecente Published August 29, 2009 -
9 Basterds
To: Ash From: Crecente Re: Did you ever catch Inglourious Basterds? Man, what a great movie. Sorta happy I saw it instead of District 9 first. Should I go see that next? Or is it something I should pass on? What you missed: Universal Ratings Raises Its Head Again, ESA Responds Modern Warfare 2 Gameplay…
By Brian Crecente Published August 28, 2009 -
A Reignited Console War Means A Happy Holiday For Gamers
The long-simmering war between the Playstation 3, Wii and Xbox 360 has boiled over in time for the holidays thanks to dual price drops that put all three consoles within $50 of each other. In a much anticipated move, Sony announced a new $300 model for their Playstation 3 in Cologne, Germany during the Gamescom…
By Brian Crecente Published August 28, 2009 -
Shadow Complex in LEGO
As seen on GamOvr [via GameSetWatch]
By Brian Crecente Published August 28, 2009 -
Modern Warfare 2 Gameplay Leaked from Game Crazy Con
Earlier this week GameCrazy held their annual retailer convention in Las Vegas, getting a chance to check out a slew of upcoming titles… and shoot video of at least one. As always, don’t watch either of these Modern Warfare 2 clips if you want your game-playing experiences to be virginal. The top video gives us…
By Brian Crecente Published August 28, 2009 -
Video Games Live Adds 30 Shows To World Tour
Since 2005, Video Games Live has been performed in front of more than half a million people around the world. Today, the touring show featuring music from video games performed by orchestras, announced 30 more show dates from Taipei to Tucson. “Our goal and dream of successfully showcasing the video game industry and video game…
By Brian Crecente Published August 28, 2009 -
Universal Ratings Raises Its Head Again, ESA Responds
A new form of universal ratings is making the rounds in D.C. this week, with the Federal Communication Commission kicking off an inquiry to decide whether to create a single rating system for TV, video games and cell phones, Bloomberg reports. The FCC will begin the inquiry after they deliver a report on media blocking…
By Brian Crecente Published August 28, 2009
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