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Atari founder is baffled by Wii U, says console era is over

Posted on November 26, 2012 by John Scalzo

I think Nolan Bushnell needs a Chuck E Cheese pizza and a good long nap. During a recent chat with The New York Times, the Atari founder took a few swipes at Nintendo’s latest console, the Wii U, and console gaming in general.

Bushnell told the newspaper, “I actually am baffled by [the Wii U]. I don’t think it’s going to be a big success.”

But he saved his harshest criticisms for the console industry in general saying, “These things will continue to sputter along, but I really don’t think they’ll be of major import ever again. It feels like the end of an era to me.”

A part of me wonders if Mr. Bushnell is aware that console gaming is still a $20 billion a year industry? But at least he’s more informed than the author of the article. After leaving the Atari founder, he spends several thousand words on a eulogy for Nintendo because of the popularity of phone/tablet apps.

Sigh.

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MLB 13: The Show launches on March 5; fans will choose cover athlete

Posted on November 26, 2012 by John Scalzo

The season may have just ended a few weeks ago, but are you ready to play ball in 2013? Sony hopes so as the publisher announced today that MLB 13: The Show will be released for the PS3 and Vita on March 5, 2013.

In previous years, the franchise has employed David Ortiz, Dustin Pedroia, David Wright, Ryan Howard, Joe Mauer, and Adrian Gonzalez as cover athletes. For MLB 13, Sony has decided to pull an EA and use a “Cover Campaign” to decide the game’s spokesman. The voting will begin shortly after January 1st.

Sony and their San Diego Studio plan to add a bunch of new features to MLB 13: The Show as well as revamp some old favorites. Here’s what they’re willing to share so far:

Nothing compares to Postseason baseball. That’s why The Show offers an All-New Playoff Mode, which includes an in-stadium atmosphere that replicates the excitement and tension of October baseball. The experience is unrivalled by anything The Show has ever exhibited.

Other new features include a completely new beginner mode and instructional enhancements that make The Show the best pick-up and play baseball experience available. In addition, the improved Play Now mode streamlines gameplay, for faster and simpler games. San Diego Studios has also revamped The Show’s Franchise and Road To The Show modes with expanded options and new gameplay experiences.

Remember, it’s only 77 days until pitchers and catchers report.

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Cyber Monday Game Deals 2012: Amazon

Posted on November 26, 2012 by John Scalzo

You didn’t think it was over did you? With Black Friday in our wake, it’s time for Cyber Monday and Amazon, of course, has posted some amazing deals.

Be sure to check out all of their Cyber Monday Lightning Deals and hit the jump for a look at some of their best all-day deals (which will be updating throughout the day).

Ready? Set? Shop! (more…)

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Weekly Warp-Up: Wii U Aftermath Edition

Posted on November 25, 2012 by John Scalzo

No, that’s not a typo. Welcome to the Weekly Warp-Up, your weekly wrap-up of the biggest and the best articles posted at Warp Zoned this week…

The Wii U has arrived and it certainly created a frenzy this past week. The console is sold out practically everywhere and a Nintendo spokesman has officially confirmed that the company is done with Wii development. Rockstar Games even revealed they’re “considering” a Wii U version of Grand Theft Auto V.

Obviously, that’s just a rumor, but you can read all about more real news from last week after the break. (more…)

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New Releases: Ratchet & Clank Full Frontal Assault, More

Posted on November 25, 2012 by John Scalzo

The Fall gaming rush is over. After last week’s huge Wii U launch, there’s only a handful of new games left for the rest of the year (and only four this week).

At the top of the list is Sony’s “fun-sized” Ratchet & Clank game, Ratchet & Clank: Full Frontal Assault. The PS3 game, which carries a budget price of $19.99, will also be available to download from the PlayStation Network this week.

In addition to Full Frontal Assault, there’s a trio of handheld games: A Pets and Vets Bundle for the DS and American Mensa Academy and 50 Classic Games 3D for the 3DS.

See you next week!

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DMC: Devil May Cry demo now available; check out the trailer

Posted on November 23, 2012 by John Scalzo

Capcom added a DMC: Devil May Cry demo to the PlayStation Store and Xbox Live Marketplace on Tuesday. Have you had a chance to check it out yet? If not, maybe the trailer above will sway you.

DMC: Devil May Cry will be available for the PS3 and Xbox 360 on January 15, 2013 with a PC version scheduled for release later in 2013.

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Daily Scoop: November 23, 2012 – Black Friday is here!

Posted on November 23, 2012 by Nicole Kline

Black Friday is here! If you’re out and about shopping right now, you’re a much braver soul than I am. I spent a few years doing the physical shopping on Black Friday thing, and it was so harrowing and crowded that I’ve retired from it. Now I mostly just give myself a maximum amount I can spend on Amazon, and work from there. This year, I’m trying my hardest not to purchase anything. We’ll see if I can last the day!

John Scalzo’s already got you covered if you’re looking for great deals at Amazon. There are also more deals at Best Buy, Radio Shack, Target, and Toys R Us. I’m trying not to buy Dead Island ($9.99), Dishonored ($25), GTA IV: Complete Collection ($15), Little Big Planet Karting ($25), Max Payne 3 ($15), and Spec Ops: The Line ($15). So far, so good…

Did I also mention the ridiculously awesome Steam sales happening today? Crysis 2: Maximum Edition is $11.99, Farming Simulator 2013 is $14.99, Saints Row: The Third is $9.99, Skyrim is $29.99, Transformers: Fall of Cybertron is $29.99, and War of the Roses is $14.99. I’m not a PC gamer, but I’m especially interested in the Saints Row deal, because you can get it with The Full Package for just $12.49. So tempting! Especially since my boyfriend has a computer that can run it. Am I about to become a real PC gamer?

A few good shirts up for sale today! (more…)

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Korean rating board claims Resident Evil Revelations is coming to PS3, Xbox 360

Posted on November 23, 2012 by John Scalzo

So it begins. Siliconera has discovered that the Game Rating Board of South Korea has issued a rating for a PS3 and Xbox 360 port of Resident Evil Revelations. The game was originally released for the 3DS in February and was built using Capcom’s multiplatform MT Framework engine.

IGN contacted the publisher in an attempt to determine the veracity of this rumor, but Capcom refused to comment.

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