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Get Your Name in Bioshock Infinite
Fans of Bioshock may remember establishments and names like Sinclair Spirits and Robertson’s Tobaccoria. These places were named after Irrational Games staff members Scott Sinclair and Shawn Robertson. In a effort to reward the community Irrational Games is giving you the opportunity to have a building, business, or even character named after you! The choice […]
Nintendo Update: April 11, 2011
Another lean week in download land, with only one new WiiWare release (plus a demo) and three DSiWare games. Maybe Nintendo realizes everyone is too busy playing Pokémon Black/White or fiddling around with their new 3DSes. If you aren’t one of those people, check out the list of this week’s releases below. WiiWare Play with […]
Capcom Reveals Dragon’s Dogma
Today, Capcom revealed one of their upcoming games to be Dragon’s Dogma, an open-world action game that, at least upon first glance, may have you thinking of another one of their flagship franchises, Monster Hunter. Although specific details are scarce, Capcom has released two videos, including the launch trailer and a boss fight, which you […]
Sony and GeoHot Reach Agreement
Sony has now reached a settlement with George Hotz, also known as GeoHot. Hotz came under fire from Sony after releasing the PlayStation 3′s encryption key and other tools which allowed users to install home-brewed applications, custom firmware and play pirated video games. Hotz was accused of violating the Digital Millennium Copyright Act which protects […]
Super Street Fighter IV Arcade Edition Announced
Capcom has officially stated that Super Street Fighter IV Arcade Edition is coming to Xbox 360 and PS3 as a $15 add-on. The update brings us Evil Ryu and Oni Akuma as well as twin brothers Yun and Yang. Aside from the new characters, the add-on brings more character balance as well as the ability to follow up […]
Xbox Live Marketplace Update: April 12, 2011
We’ve got a pretty hefty update to the marketplace this week with deals coming out of Capcom and Microsoft Game Studios, a world record attempt, and an add-on to a very stylish shooter. Deal Of The Week: Select Capcom Content April 12-April 18 Marvel Vs Capcom 2 (600 MSP/ 50%) – One of the most […]
PlayStation Now Subscription Details Announced
For some time now, PlayStation and select Sony TV owners have been able to check out PlayStation Now, a game-streaming rental service offered by Sony. During the open beta that began in July of last year, PS Now gave gamers an ever-growing library of titles to play. Prices range $1.99 to $19.99, depending on the […]
The Talos Principle Impressions
Recently I got to try out the game The Talos Principle, a first-person puzzle game developed by Croteam and published by Devolver Digital. Getting into it, I was surprised probably on the same level that I was surprised when I started playing The Vanishing of Ethan Carter. Once you start playing the first thing that […]
Duke Nukem 3D: Megaton Edition Out Today For PS3 And PS Vita
Devolver Digital announced today that Duke Nukem 3D: Megaton Edition is now available for the PlayStation 3 and PlayStation Vita. Duke Nukem 3D: Megaton Edition includes the enhanced version of Duke Nukem 3D: Atomic Edition as well as the classic game and unique expansion packs. Other important features consist of PlayStation trophies (for those trophy […]
Broken Age To See Retail Release This Spring
Nordic Games and Double Fine Productions team up to bring the widely loved and highly regarded title, Broken Age, to store shelves this Spring. This boxed version will be released alongside the digital version this Spring. In addition, all-new German voice-overs have been recorded for each character. Double Fine President and CEO, Tim Shafer, remarks […]
Grim Fandango Remastered Pre-Orders Start On GOG.com
GOG.com and Double Fine Productions, in collaboration with Lucasfilm, are opening pre-orders for Grim Fandango Remastered for the PC. Set to release on January 27th, Grim Fandango Remastered will come with HD wallpapers for those who pre-order on GOG.com. Released originally over 16 years ago, Grim Fandango Remastered will feature updated graphics, a new live orchestra […]
Saints Row IV: Re-Elected And Saints Row: Gat Out of Hell Out Now
Yesterday saw the release of Saints Row IV: Re-Elected and Saints Row: Gat Out of Hell. Saints Row IV: Re-Elected is the next-gen port of Saints Row IV, which we reviewed back in August of 2013. Not only do you get all the available content (valued at over $80) that was released for Saints Row […]