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Another Look At NeverDead
Hey. It’s been a while. Let’s check in with NeverDead, the shoot ’em up that’s chock full of self-inflicted dismemberment and decapitation. I think Konami’s shoot-and-slice fest is looking rather promising. What do you think? NeverDead, produced by Metal Gear Acid creator Shinta Nojiri and developed by Rebellion, adds a new element to shooting action…
By Michael McWhertor Published September 17, 2010 -
Story Time With Fallout: New Vegas
See the Obsidian team talk about the story of Fallout: New Vegas, which starts off with you being shot in the head and dumped in a shallow grave. Then things get nasty. As Obsidian’s president and CEO Feargus Urguhart puts it, “What is more iconic when you think of crazy things that you could do…
By Mike Fahey Published September 17, 2010 -
This R2D2 Now Packs Ten Consoles, A Projector And A Holstered PSP As Backup
Friend of the site Matt Hawkins spotted this unbelievable R2D2 unit at PAX Prime earlier this month. The robot replica, which we first wrote about last year, is now packed with ten consoles, tons o ports and a projector. Hawkins details the creation over on Fort90, but here’s a quick rundown. The R2D2 includes an…
By Brian Crecente Published September 17, 2010 -
Nothing Like Getting Rice And An Alarm Clock
Lots of schwag are novelty items you can’t really use but that are…novel. Tecmo Koei’s goodies from its Tokyo Game Show event are so useful. The gift bag that was handed out contained a bag of Dynasty Warriors rice, a copy of Ninja Gaiden Σ and a Fist of the North Star alarm clock that…
By Brian Ashcraft Published September 17, 2010 -
Zombie Arms Invade Madrid, Promote Resident Evil: Afterlife
Copyranter posted this music-infused video showing off the zombie arm invasion of Madrid, Spain meant to help promote Milla Jovovich’s latest zombie-killing flick: Resident Evil: Afterlife. Oh, go on, tell me all about how Resident Evil doesn’t really have zombies in it. I’m all ears. “Resident Evil: Afterlife” Zombie Installation in Madrid. [copyranter, thanks Mark]
By Brian Crecente Published September 17, 2010 -
We Have Not Eaten Okonomiyaki Yet
To: Crecente From: Bashcraft RE: Move Move seems really neat. Should offer added and new experiences for the PlayStation 3. There is an okonomiyaki restaurant near our hotel. I love okonomiyaki! My wife’s explanation is very helpful. We weren’t able to go there tonight — but maybe tomorrow! It’s kinda hard to convey to Mike…
By Brian Ashcraft Published September 17, 2010 -
Gears Of War Studio To Buy Failed MMO?
MMO title All Points Bulletin failed, and took its developer with it. So why on Earth would a company as successful as Epic Games be interested in buying the rights to the game? A report on the BBC says that, according to a “source close to the development team”, a few companies are showing interest…
By Luke Plunkett Published September 17, 2010 -
Obama Wants Kids To Make Video Games
US President Barack Obama has given his blessing to a challenge – open to both children and professional developers – aimed at getting kids designing educational video games. The National STEM (science, technology, engineering & math) Video Game Challenge is hoping to get American kids more interested in learning about those fields, and thinks that…
By Luke Plunkett Published September 17, 2010 -
The Final Fantasy Trailers You Weren’t Supposed To See
Here are clips for Final Fantasy Versus XIII and Final Fantasy Agito XIII, straight from Square Enix’s supposedly “closed” theatre at the Tokyo Game Show. Many Bothans died to bring you these trailers. Square Enix has a notorious reputation for showing trailers at the Tokyo Game Show that can not, under any circumstances, be filmed.…
By Luke Plunkett Published September 17, 2010 -
Sonic The Hedgehog Producer On Sonic Colors vs. ‘The Sonic Cycle’
Longtime fans of Sonic the Hedgehog may be familiar with the phenomenon known as “The Sonic Cycle,” seemingly a constant in the development of new games starring the blue blur. It’s something the producer of Sonic Colors is confident his newest game will avoid. For those who aren’t familiar with The Sonic Cycle, it represents…
By Michael McWhertor Published September 17, 2010 -
BioShock Infinite’s Xenophobia Illustrated
Like BioShock’s Rapture, BioShock Infinite’s Columbia has some “different” ideology propping up its fancy tech, which is celebrated in these propaganda posters. While some are fairly innocent, others are quite politically charged, harking back to the dark days of not just Nazi Germany, but America’s own history. You can see the whole set over on…
By Luke Plunkett Published September 17, 2010 -
What Are The Chances Of A Fable Movie?
Fable III features a star-studded voice cast. “This is one of the biggest collections of British comedic talent,” says the game’s designer Peter Molyneux. He’s right. It is. This is the kind of cast you’d see for a film. Stephen Fry, who appeared in Fable II, will be joined by Academy Award winner Sir Ben…
By Brian Ashcraft Published September 17, 2010 -
Gran Turismo 5 Brings The Great Outdoors Inside
Gran Turismo 5’s weather system looks…rainy in screenshots. Screenshots don’t do it justice. It’s really rainy. Let’s hope they put as much work into the fun parts of the game as they have this incidental stuff, because…this looks like it took a lot of work.
By Luke Plunkett Published September 17, 2010 -
Hands On With Shaun White Skateboading In 3D
Snowboarder Shaun White is skating into Tony Hawk territory with his upcoming title Shaun White Skating boarding. The game, which Kotaku previously previewed, is being shown in 3D at this year’s Tokyo Game Show. The game is heavy on a story mode — something that Ubisoft says Shaun White requested as he likes games with…
By Brian Ashcraft Published September 17, 2010 -
What Does Devil May Cry’s Creator Think Of The Series’ New Look?
Hideki Kamiya created Devil May Cry. So what does he have to say about Ninja Theory’s new, controversial take on the game’s protagonist Dante? Let’s just say, going by these Twitter response to fans since DmC’s unveiling, he’s not a fan. Not a hater, just…not a fan. And why would he be? Despite being long…
By Luke Plunkett Published September 17, 2010 -
Deus Ex Learns Japanese, Gets Trigger-Happy
Deus Ex: Human Revolution is on show at TGS, with this flashy new trailer, now with added angry Japanese voices. You’ve seen much of the footage before, but some is new, and the Japanese voice-over will be new to most as well. I like it! Somehow gives the whole thing a Ghost in the Shell…
By Luke Plunkett Published September 17, 2010 -
Experiencing Michael Jackson
My rhythm is off, and I am completely out of step. This is the easiest song on the Wii version of Michael Jackson: The Experience. And the experience so far is difficult. This fall, Ubisoft is bringing Michael Jackson’s dance moves to the Wii with Michael Jackson: The Experience. Next year, singing and dancing will…
By Brian Ashcraft Published September 17, 2010