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The Batmobile lost its wheel… Gotham City Impostors goes away into February
The Joker got away and sprayed seltzer in the eyes of everyone that was getting ready to buy Gotham City Impostors next week as WB Games announced it has been delayed. The PC, PS3, and Xbox 360 game will now be released in February.
No reason was given for the delay, but an online beta for game is currently ongoing. Perhaps the testers found some problem that Oracle has to fix.
No word on if Robin laid an egg or not.
Posted in News, PC, PS3, Xbox 360
Tagged Gotham City Impostors
House of the Dead 3 and 4 coming to PSN
Sega’s The House of the Dead 4 has never received a console port. So most fans of the series have never had a chance to play it (even though, chronologically, it takes place before the third game in the series). That’ll all change this Spring as Sega plans to release the fourth House of the Dead game exclusively on the PlayStation Network. But first, Sega plans to bring The House of the Dead 3 to the PSN on February 7!
Both games will include a high definition graphical upgrade, Trophies, and PlayStation Move support. Though I’d expect nothing less from this pair of remakes.
Even though it was originally released in 2005, House of the Dead 4’s previous arcade exclusivity basically makes it a new game in the series for most gamers. After the awesomeness of Overkill, I can’t wait.
Posted in News, PS3
Tagged The House of the Dead 4, The House of the Dead III
Daily Scoop: January 5, 2012 – Give me a snow day!
Well, it snowed here last night, but it was pretty pathetic. And I didn’t get to do any of those things I mentioned yesterday, other than read more Dresden Files, because I was working on some reviews for you, my dedicated followers. The things I sacrifice…
Anyway, what deals do we have today? Over at Amazon, the Deal of the Day in video games is all about being active! You can save up to 33% on their “New Year, New You” sale, which includes Just Dance 3 for $29, Michael Jackson: The Experience for $29.99, and… the Little Big Planet 2 Special Edition Move Bundle for $99.99? Sure, Amazon! Ok! Sackboy definitely makes me, um, sweat.
I’ve got two video game-themed t-shirts for you today: (more…)
Nintendo Download: January 5, 2012
Welcome to another week of Nintendo downloads of games you’ve never heard of. Well, that’s not entirely true. The completely free Swapnote application for your 3DS is a pretty cool little instant messaging system. Scribbling on the 3DS with a stylus sure beats trying to coax a text message out of my cell phone!
Here’s what else Nintendo has made available to download this week:
Samurai Sword Destiny (3DS eShop) – Encounter deadly ambushes, invade enemy castle rooftops and square off against seemingly indomitable opponents to find your missing brother.
Quick Fill Q (DSiWare) – Q is a spherical creature who rolls on without stopping. Players must use swift thinking and precise controls to fill holes that are in his way so Q can keep on rolling.
3 Heroes – Crystal Soul (DSiWare) – As the Crystal Champion, you must protect the kingdom of Crystennia by defeating monsters and collecting various kinds of natural energy released by them.
Zombii Attack (WiiWare) – In an infected metropolitan city over-flowing with hungry zombies, you must stay alive armed with a only a giant slingshot and ammo such as anvils, tires, experimental highly-explosive z-bombs and even the undead themselves.
Let’s put on a show! Supergiant performs two songs from Bastion live!
Bastion has been racking up a ton of Game of the Year awards (including our own “This Game Rocks!” Award) for its excellent soundtrack, amazing voice work, and classic gameplay.
So, to celebrate, composer Darren Korb and vocalist Ashley Barrett got together over the holidays to put on an impromptu live performance of “Build That Wall (Zia’s Theme)” and “Setting Sail, Coming Home” at Supergiant’s super-headquarters.
It’s pretty awesome and my virtual lighter has definitely been raised for two talented musicians.
BioWare details Mass Effect 3 pre-order bonuses
Are you planning to pre-order Mass Effect 3? Of course you are, which is good, as BioWare is planning to offer a trio of cool pre-order bonuses for the game.
Regardless of which retailer you place your pre-order with, you’ll receive access to the M55 Argus Assault Rifle. You can check it out in the video above as it delivers “rapid-fire bursts to even the odds.” Pre-order purchasers who use EA’s Orign Store will be able to strap on an AT-12 Raider Shotgun, a gun with “superior firepower.”
Finally, GameStop shoppers will receive access to a complete set of N7 Warfare Gear. The N7 Defender Armor will allow your Commander Shepard to shrug off enemy fire with its “amplified shields” while the “high caliber fire” of the N7 Valkyrie Assault Rifle will prevent any further attacks. To see the N7 Warfare Gear in action, get out another trailer after the break.
Mass Effect 3 will be available in stores for the PC, PS3, and Xbox 360 on March 6. (more…)
Posted in News, PC, PS3, Xbox 360
Tagged Mass Effect 3
Daily Scoop: January 4, 2012 – How is it this cold?
Seriously, it’s 23 degrees right now, feels like 13. How is that even a number that is applied to the weather? That should be against the law of nature. I am so cold! All I want to do is go home and snuggle up with my kitties under a blanket, either reading more Dresden Files or playing more Assassin’s Creed while sipping on some miso soup. Oooh, miso soup makes me think of Cousin Miso… now I want to play Katamari…
*shakes head* Stay the course, Nicole! This is a scoop, not your daydreams. Today’s Deal of the Day is the same as what GameStop is offering – a $75 promotional credit when you buy the Xbox 360 250GB Holiday Value Bundle, which comes with Fable III and Halo Reach. Now is a good time to pick up an Xbox, or replace your Xbox that red ringed over the holidays!
Today’s Tee Fury t-shirt is a must-have for those of you with the new Kid Icarus game on pre-order: (more…)
Posted in Daily Scoop, Etcetera, News, Xbox 360
Microsoft Flight goes free to fly this Spring
Microsoft is bringing back their Flight Simulator series in a big way this Spring when Microsoft Flight takes to the skies as a “Free-To-Play” title. And even though the game isn’t being positioned as a big blockbuster like Halo 4 or Gears of War 3, Microsoft Flight is still being stuffed full of interesting extras.
Players will be able to fly over Hawaii’s Big Island in a “highly rendered and accurate” cockpit view or the simpler external view as they “complete a variety of exciting missions, test their skills in flying challenges, or find hidden aerocaches on the island.”
“Many people dream of flying, but few have the chance to experience the fun of exploring the world from above. Microsoft Flight provides players the opportunity to explore that curiosity and interest,” said Joshua Howard, Executive Producer of Microsoft Flight. “Aviation can be incredibly technical, but we’ve taken great care to build an experience that makes taking to the skies thrilling and accessible for everyone.”
By using the free-play model, Microsoft Flight will taxi two planes into player’s hangars after the game is released: the Icon A5, the “jet ski for the skies” (which doesn’t enter production until late 2012), and the legendary Boeing Stearman, which is exclusive to Games For Windows Live users.
And speaking of GFWL, users of Microsoft’s online service will receive additional supplementary missions, access to Achievements, and an Online Pilot Profile for free. As with every “Free-To-Play” game, additional new aircraft, regions and customization options will be available for purchase to all players.
If all this sounds like a pretend pilot’s dream come true, sign up for a chance to enter the closed beta today!
Posted in News, PC
Tagged Microsoft Flight