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A Couple Of Ghibli/Level 5 RPG Clips
Ni no Kuni, an RPG collaboration between Level 5 and animation powerhouse Studio Ghibli, looks great on paper. But how does it look in motion, while you take turns whacking monsters? Ni no Kuni: The Another World [GameVideos]
By Luke Plunkett Published September 29, 2009 -
Pro Evo 2010 Gets Bundled For PS3 and 360
Time for some cross-platform bundle parity this week, as Konami, Sony and Microsoft announce Pro Evolution Soccer 2010 hardware bundles for the PS3 and Xbox 360. As it stands, these are for the Japanese market, but if they turn up in Europe as well, don’t act all “oh my GOD” and pretend you never saw…
By Luke Plunkett Published September 29, 2009 -
How Tim Schafer Got His Start
These days, Tim Schafer is known as the man behind Grim Fandango, Psychonauts and Brutal Legend. But everybody has to start somewhere, and Schafer got his start at Lucasfilm Games, a job he won after sending in this crazy-ass application. I read about this a few months back in Rogue Leaders, the book on the…
By Luke Plunkett Published September 29, 2009 -
Tearing The PSPgo To Pieces, Just To See What Its Insides Look Like
Hardware destruction specialists iFixit are at it again. Fresh off tearing the PS3 Slim to pieces, they’ve now taken a screwdriver and a thirst for blood to the PSPgo, with surprisingly interesting results. Because unlike your average teardown, which just looks pretty, the PSPgo teardown has revealed a strange design decision on the part of…
By Luke Plunkett Published September 29, 2009 -
Counter-Strike Creator Working On New Game
Minh Le is the co-creator of Counter-Strike, a game that even ten years on is still played by millions around the world. So when Le starts work on a new shooter, it’s probably worth a look. Having left Valve after saying nothankyou.jpg to the pressures of creating a Counter-Strike sequel, Le now has an office…
By Luke Plunkett Published September 29, 2009 -
No Modern Warfare 2 Demo For You
The original Modern Warfare had a hugely popular beta/demo. No doubt helped sell a few million copies of the game. So will Modern Warfare 2 do the same thing? Not. A. Chance. Developers Infinity Ward have said there are “no [plans] for a Demo before launch”, because “the entire team is focused on polish all…
By Luke Plunkett Published September 28, 2009 -
Super Street Fighter IV Confirmed, Is Standalone Title
Capcom today have announced Super Street Fighter IV, a new, standalone title which is Street Fighter IV with eight new characters added and some tweaks made based on community feedback. Of the eight characters, three have been announced: classic characters T. Hawk and Dee Jay (Dee Jay’s reveal coming in the latest issue of Famitsu,…
By Luke Plunkett Published September 28, 2009 -
Fan-Made Fallout 3 Rifle Would Survive The Apocalypse
Harrison Krix is one talented cat. You may have seen his BioShock needle, but his latest work – a replica AER9 laser rifle from Fallout 3 – is just amazing. Fallout 3 AER9 Laser Rifle [Volpin Props] [thanks Link257!]
By Luke Plunkett Published September 28, 2009 -
Watchmen Sackboys
Not much more to add, really. This Thursday, there will be official Watchmen Sackboys made available for LittleBigPlanet. Four of them: Nite Owl, Ozymandias, Rorschach and Silk Spectre. Sorry, no tiny blue wangs. Here’s a pic, and a clip.
By Luke Plunkett Published September 28, 2009 -
PSPgo: “16,000 Pieces Of Digital Content” At Launch, Network Cards For Stores
The launch of the PSPgo is just around the corner, and Sony have been out showing off some new pre-paid PSPgo cards, as well as providing info on just how much stuff is available for download on the handheld. First off, the stuff, Sony telling IGN that “16,000 pieces of digital content” will be available…
By Luke Plunkett Published September 28, 2009 -
The Autumn Tones Of The New Battlefield Heroes Map
Battlefield Heroes is finally getting a new map, as part of the “Heroes of the Fall” update. This is what it looks like. Appears to be an infantry map, and a tight, close-range one at that, so gunners should be thrilled. Those (like me) hoping for another expansive level ala Seaside Skirmish, well, you keep…
By Luke Plunkett Published September 28, 2009 -
Machinarium Out Next Month
Machinarium, a cute little adventure game that stars robots and steals hearts, will be out on PC on October 16, the game’s developers (Amanita Design) let us know today. It will be available on the game’s official site, Steam and Impulse. Until then, here’s a new trailer and some concept art.
By Luke Plunkett Published September 28, 2009 -
Xbox 360 Getting Pay TV This Month (In Britain)
Next month, Xbox 360 users in the UK will be able to access Sky TV from their Xbox 360. This is probably going to be a big, big deal. Why? Because the arrangement – which was first announced a few months back – means 360 owners get access to the “Sky Player”, a platform that…
By Luke Plunkett Published September 28, 2009 -
Blizzard Bossman Buys Part Of The Pittsburgh Steelers
Paul Sams, COO of Blizzard – along with his “family” – are part of a consortium that just bought the defending Super Bowl champion Pittsburgh Steelers. Sams, his wife and three kids are listed as the part-owners, though since Mrs. Sams works for free for a law firm and the kids are, well, kids, we’ll…
By Luke Plunkett Published September 28, 2009 -
Gran Turismo 5’s Crash Damage In Action
Here’s a good clip showing Gran Turismo 5’s damage modelling, a first for the series. Collisions and crashes still look way too bouncy, but at least now you’ve got something to show for them. Click to view More Gran Turismo 5 News & Previews
By Luke Plunkett Published September 28, 2009 -
Street Fighter IV Getting “New Warrior”
Capcom US said information on a possible Street Fighter IV update was coming “mebbe Monday“. Looks like they were a little off. A teaser website has appeared on Capcom’s Japanese portal, with the site’s URL seemingly promising a “new warrior” while the site itself gives the date 2009.09.29 17:00 JST, presumably for said warrior’s reveal.…
By Luke Plunkett Published September 27, 2009 -
TGS Round-Up: Day 2
Slightly quieter day at the Tokyo Game Show yesterday, what with the absence of any big press conferences, but still, lots to read, lots to catch up on for those just rising to meet the day. Playing Space Invaders, Katamari Damacy on Natal Sony Not Concerned About Japan’s PSP – PSPgo Price Gap Epic Games…
By Luke Plunkett Published September 25, 2009 -
Sony Announces 250GB PS3 Bundles For The UK
Sony Computer Entertainment Europe took time out of their TGS routine to announce a range of bundles for the brand new 250GB PlayStation 3 in the UK. There will be three, all offered from October, all costing £285 (USD$464). The first will go on sale on October 1, with a pack consisting of a 250GB…
By Luke Plunkett Published September 25, 2009
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