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Microsoft Cuts Price of Xbox 360 Elite

by jessica on Thu, 2009-08-27 10:20


Xbox 360 Elite

Microsoft just announced that they are cutting the price of the Xbox 360 Elite by $100. With the price reduction, Microsoft's most expensive Xbox 360 system is now $299. This comes as no surprise, after all, Sony recently announced a price cut of $100 on their PlayStation 3 and unveiled a new, Slim Edition. This puts both units, the PS3 and Xbox 360 Elite, priced the same, $299.

According to the Associated Press, Microsoft will be phasing out the mid-range Pro version. It will be marked down from $299 to $249 (while supplies last). Microsoft will still be offering the cheapest Xbox 360, the Arcade, for $199. The price cuts are said to go into effect on Friday.

Sony Lowers PS3 Price, Slimmer Version on the Way

by jessica on Wed, 2009-08-19 10:04


PlayStation 3

Sony just announced they are dropping the price of the PlayStation 3! Effective immediately, the new price is $299.

Sony also announced that a new, slimmer version of the PS3 will be available on September 1st. It will have a 120GB hard drive, as well as all of the features of the current Playstation 3, including Blu-ray.

Want to find out more on the new PS3? Head on over to Sony's PlayStation blog, where SCEA President and CEO Jack Tretton shows off the new hardware in a video.

Two New Pokemon Games Announced for Nintendo DS


Cyndaquil

Pokémon HeartGold Version and Pokémon SoulSilver Version to Hit United States and Europe in Spring 2010 In Tribute to Legions of Pokémon Fans Worldwide, Announcement Kicked Off Pokémon World Championships

August 17, 2009 -- The Pokémon Company International and Nintendo of America Inc. just revealed that Pokémon HeartGold Version and Pokémon SoulSilver Version for the Nintendo DS and Nintendo DSi systems will be released in spring 2010 in the United States and Europe. These newest entries for the best-selling video game franchise were announced amid the biggest Pokémon video game event of the year and in front of the top Pokémon video game and trading card game players in the world at the 2009 Pokémon World Championships. Read more

Marvel vs. Capcom 2 Hits PSN, GameStop

by jessica on Thu, 2009-08-13 10:27


Marvel vs. Capcom 2 logo

The wait is over for PlayStation 3 owners! Marvel vs. Capcom 2 is available today through PSN or through a limited retail release exclusively at GameStop in North America for $14.99.

The GameStop retail box includes a redemption code to download the game over PSN and a code for a month's subscription of digital comics at Marvel.com.

Features:

  • Over 50 characters from the Marvel and Capcom Universes!
  • 3 on 3 tag-team matches
  • New online matching mode, including Super Street Fighter II Turbo HD Remix's "Quarter Match" mode; enjoy the arcade experience from your console
  • New optional visual filter smoothes out the game's graphics
  • Four button controls introduce new players to fighting games; compatible with the Mad Catz Street Fighter IV joysticks and Fight Pad
  • Available for the first time via digital distribution on Xbox LIVE Arcade and the PlayStation Network

Only 15,000 copies of the retail box are available, so you better hurry!

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare Coming to Wii

August 5, 2009 – The record-setting and award-winning Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare is coming to Nintendo. Activision Publishing, Inc. will release Call of Duty: Modern Warfare on Wii on November 10 in conjunction with the launch of Infinity Ward's Modern Warfare 2.

Ported to Wii by Treyarch, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare will bring to Nintendo fans the gripping modern-day action-thriller that won more than 50 combined 2007 Editors’ Choice and Game of the Year Awards.

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare for Wii is not yet rated by the ESRB. For more information, visit www.callofduty.com.

SOURCE Activision Publishing, Inc.

Taylor Swift Joins Forces with Band Hero


Band Hero screenshot of Taylor Swift

Fans of All Ages Will Sing and Play Their Way to Superstardom with the Chart-Topping Singer, Songwriter and Guitarist This November

Fan Sweepstakes Will Award Tickets and Opportunity to Meet Taylor Swift in Person

August 4, 2009 – Taylor Swift, global music sensation and best selling artist of 2008, will ascend an all-new virtual stage this November in Band Hero, the ultimate party game featuring a wide assortment of today's popular hits and most recognizable pop anthems, created by Guitar Hero and Activision Publishing, Inc. Budding music stars, their families and friends, will all live their musical fantasy on the Band Hero stage, playing as Taylor Swift or alongside the singer/songwriter and guitarist, as she performs her smash-hits "Love Story" and "You Belong With Me" from her latest album Fearless as well as "Picture to Burn" from her self-titled debut record. Read more

DJ Hero Renegade Edition Unveiled!

by Justin Hubbell on Wed, 2009-07-29 11:41


DJ Hero Renegade case

In addition to the DJ Hero game, the Renegade Edition includes a premium Renegade turntable controller with premium metal controls and finish, hardshell turntable carrying case that converts to a performance-ready DJ stand, and an exclusive JAY-Z and EMINEM 2-CD pack featuring unreleased tracks.

Learn basic and advanced DJ Hero techniques, then spin your way through different set lists in beginner, easy, medium, hard, and expert modes. Grab your friends and start your own DJ Hero party.Read more

Carlos Santana to Lend Trademark Moves to Guitar Hero 5

July 20, 2009 – Rock and Roll Hall of Famer and 11-time Grammy Award winner, Carlos Santana, is set to appear as an exclusive in-game artist in the upcoming Guitar Hero 5. Santana's accomplishments span four decades and more than 40 albums including the self-titled album, Santana, that launched one of the most recognizable Latin-infused classic rock anthems, "No One to Depend On." The live version of the song will be featured in Guitar Hero 5 with Carlos Santana jamming on stage as a playable character.

In addition to music from Santana, Guitar Hero 5 features a wide variety of today's hottest rock 'n' roll bands mixed with classic tracks. Brand new game features let fans tailor their experience to meet the evolving ways consumers are interacting with their favorite music and allows them to challenge themselves as a solo act or band member, or kick back with friends and enjoy their personalized set list.Read more

Review: Prototype for PS3, Xbox 360 and PC

by Justin Hubbell on Mon, 2009-07-20 00:30


Prototype

System: PS3 (reviewed on), Xbox 360 and PC
MSRP: $59.99
Release Date: June 9th, 2009

The anit-inFamous title, Prototype has finally launched. Boasting a shape-shifting main character, many are excited to see just how malleable the character and gameplay really is.

Graphics

New York City is buzzing with many vehicles and pedestrians, but it still feels like something is missing. The city of New York looks decent, but considering what the current gen systems can accomplish, I felt a little let down. Don't get me wrong, Alex Mercer looks excellent and so does his various abilities, but the rest of the game definitely doesn't live up to par. However, with so much going on all at once, I never experienced any slowdown or graphical glitches, which would have pretty much crippled the gameplay.

- 16/20Read more

FIFA 10 Dated and Detailed

by Justin Hubbell on Fri, 2009-07-17 11:33


FIFA 10 screenshot

Launching October 2nd, FIFA 10 will be available on the DS, PC, 360, PS3, PS2, PSP and Wi.

Here are some improvements:

  • FIFA 10 promises to get rid of a few glitches found in 09: specifically, every once in a while, some players will do this weird backpedaling movement and get kind of "stuck" on the ball.
  • Some of 09's star players, like Barcelona's Samuel Eto'o and Manchester United's Christiano Ronaldo, among others, have been retooled, knocking them from "Godlike Supermen" to "normal dudes that happen to be good at kicking."
  • Team defensive A.I. has also been improved across all platforms.
  • EA Canada has also included a new, "360°" dribbling system, not sure how it will be different from the previous years, but it should be decent at least.
  • Training Mode is back! So if you need help on your corner kicks or free kicks, then you can practice outside of a game.

Need more info or screenshots? Check out www.easports.co.uk/FIFA.

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