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Interesting Teaser Video For New PS3 Exclusive The Last Of Us

Submitted by Ian Fisher on Sun, 12/04/2011 - 06:07
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So far there has been a lot of hype leading up to the Spike Video Game Awards due to the promise of exciting world premieres.  Gamers who know a thing or two have come to realize that not everything is going to be too exciting since we’re likely going to receive nine reveal trailers that feature no gameplay footage at all and are simply nicely rendered CG videos.

Sony Possibly Prepping New Fighting Game Franchise (think Super Smash Bros. but with Sony characters)

Submitted by Ian Fisher on Sat, 11/26/2011 - 13:48
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Going into the Spike Video Game Awards this year and 2012 as a whole it’s rather interesting that we don’t know a lot about what Sony has planned for next year.  A few key releases for the PS3 will obviously be kept under wraps for a while until the official pre-E3 2012 goodness begins in early May, but everything else is a mystery. By no means am I saying that Sony has a weak 2012 line-up but after the Spring period things are rather sparse i.e. nothing has been announced for the latter half of 2012.  

SOCOM Developers Announce Unit 13, A New Franchise For PlayStation Vita

Submitted by Ian Fisher on Tue, 11/22/2011 - 11:52
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The PlayStation Vita may be dropping in Japan in a matter of weeks, but both SCEA and SCEE are finally ramping up the hype machines for the planned February launch of the PlayStation Vita in Western territories.  We already have a handful of games set to appear for the Vita at launch such as Uncharted: Golden Abyss and Wipeout 2048 but now we have a surprise addition to the line-up of the Vita’ launch that may please core gamers.

First Details and Trailer For The Jak & Daxter Collection

Submitted by Ian Fisher on Mon, 11/21/2011 - 10:43
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After rumors swirled for months Sony officially announced that the Jak & Daxter Collection was indeed coming to the PlayStation 3 and now we finally have a trailer for it.  Announced on the PlayStation Blog, the Jak & Daxter Collection will be arriving on the PlayStation 3 in February, just like a half dozen other epic games slated for early 2012.

Medieval Moves: Deadmund's Quest [Review]

Submitted by Ian Fisher on Mon, 11/21/2011 - 09:32
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Overall Feeling: 

The PlayStation Move is in dire need of an exciting game that pushes the tech of the device but Medieval Moves sadly isn’t that game.  With a good base that has a nice amount of charm and interesting concepts; Medieval Moves simply drags with each passing level and each enemy encounter which is totally devoid of skill thanks to some spotty motion tracking.  Gamers looking for a deep or simply entertaining experience should look elsewhere since Medieval Moves at best is game that may hold the attention of a young kid.

The Pros: 

+ From villages to castles, the art design of Medieval Moves is varied and has a nice style to it.

+ Production values are high all around so the game at least feels like a proper video game.

+ Trophies are easy, including the one for doing a quick three second calibration.

The Cons: 

- Combat is weak, unfocused and simply grows to become boring over time.

- PlayStation Move controls feel unrefined compared to what was presented in Sports Champions.

- The on-rails nature of the game creates an almost stagnant vibe since everything is predictable and clunky to an extent.

- Story has some low points and high points and Prince Edmund (skeleton boy hero) doesn’t have much character to him.

- Levels drag on way too long given how everything is laid out.

ShogunGamer.com Rating : 
5

The PlayStation Move may have been out for well over a year and so far the device has had a hard time at having software that shows off the strength of the device. We all know that the Move can deliver some amazing 1:1 motion control, but sadly very few games utilize such a thing and the Move sadly resorts to being nothing more than a targeting reticule in most games.  I’ve already voiced my displeasure at how Sony has handled the Move but one game that did show some promise was Medieval Moves: Deadmund’s Quest. 

Guerrilla Games Working On New Killzone Installment

Submitted by Ian Fisher on Fri, 11/18/2011 - 07:27
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In news we somewhat expected to happen, Edge is reporting that Guerilla Games are indeed moving forward with the Killzone franchise in a yet to be announced follow-up.  Over the last few years the Killzone franchise has grown to become a staple of Sony’s 1st party efforts and has gained a nice following despite how crowded the FPS market is these days.  

Jak & Daxter Collection Inbound For PS3

Submitted by Ian Fisher on Thu, 11/10/2011 - 05:10
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Gamers who enjoyed Naughty Dog’s pre-Uncharted era offerings should be pleased to hear that Sony is releasing a Jak & Daxter Collection for the PlayStation 3.  For the past few months we’ve heard rumblings that the long but certainly not forgotten Jak & Daxter would be receiving the HD treatment and now we have confirmation of such a thing.

Infamous: Festival of Blood [Review]

Submitted by Ian Fisher on Mon, 10/31/2011 - 08:13
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Infamous: Festival of Blood may be a rather simple and short side-adventure in the Infamous world, but it’s definitely a memorable one that should be experienced. Building upon what the series is known for, developer Sucker Punch delivers some nice action and new powers along with continuing their forte of having relatable characters and fleshed out stories.  Festival of Blood isn’t a one trick pony that will only be fun to play on Halloween but instead serves as a terrific adventure in the Infamous world and I hope we see more like it in the future.

The Pros: 

+ New powers like Shadow Swarm are fun to use and changes up the gameplay slightly.

+ The city of New Marais hasn’t undergone a massive change, but the festive vibe of the town and darker color palettes really add to the atmosphere.

+ There aren’t too many new enemies but fighting vampires and Bloody Mary is fun.

+ PlayStation Move controls feel good and don't hinder the game in any way.

The Cons: 

- Final boss battle left a bit to be desired.

- Campaign length and bonus quest length may be too short for some since everything can be wrapped up in around four hours.

ShogunGamer.com Rating : 
8

Ever since it first hit the PlayStation 3 in 2009, the Infamous franchise has become synonymous with classic comic book storytelling – all done wonderfully through the medium that is video games.  There may not be any comic book pros or legends on the staff of developer Sucker Punch Games, but the Infamous series has always delivered the perfect mix of realism and complete fantasy with characters that have true depth and personality to them.

Ratchet & Clank: All 4 One [Review]

Submitted by Ian Fisher on Mon, 10/24/2011 - 08:59
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Overall Feeling: 

Ratchet & Clank: All 4 One takes the franchise in an interesting direction that doesn’t quite pay off. Playing with some friends is nice at first but the experience quickly becomes tiresome due to repetitive gameplay that in a way is missing some of the charm the R&C franchise is known for.  Exotic weapons and humor may be abound in All 4 One though it just isn’t enough to elevate a mediocre campaign and gameplay that as a whole has been slightly toned down to accommodate a wider audience and multiplayer support. Ratchet & Clank veterans may want to give All 4 One a go merely to see what sort of adventures the game has to offer, but just be ready for a Ratchet: Deadlocked type experience - a game that’s almost forgettable after you spend four hours with it.

The Pros: 

+ Multiplayer action is relatively easy to get into and doesn’t make the game feel crowded.

+ Nothing radical may have been done, but the art design and visuals are still charming.

+ Voice acting is still terrific and adds a tremendous amount of character to the game.

+ New weapons are fun, whether using them in tandem with teammates or by your lonesome.

The Cons: 

- Missions tend to drag on way too long.

- Boss battles are simple and never break away from a standard “stand on closed platform, shoot boss 50 times” routine.

- Story really holds no weight and is disappointing all around when considered as the start of a new trilogy or merely as a spin-off.

- Levels feel too open and don’t have too many showcase puzzle or platform elements.

- Friendly A.I. is usually decent but it can glitch out at times and do simply stupid things.

ShogunGamer.com Rating : 
6

There are a lot of established franchises out there that for some reason or another continue to hold our interest. For nearly a decade Insomniac Games has worked hard on keeping our interest piqued by the Ratchet & Clank franchise, which is one of the few platforming games still available today. Becoming a staple on the PlayStation 2, the Ratchet & Clank series has thrived as the adventures of the Lombax Ratchet and the robot Clank have continued on the PSP and of course the PlayStation 3.

Uncharted 3 Is Going To Have A Nice Bonus For Starhawk Fans

Submitted by Ian Fisher on Wed, 10/12/2011 - 04:27
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I normally don’t make a big deal out of when a game goes gold (final retail prints are being made), but I will make an exception for Uncharted 3: Drake’s Deception.  Not only are we getting ever so closer to the November 1 release of Uncharted 3, but today Sony has announced that copies of the game will come with an added bonus: a voucher for the Starhawk multiplayer beta.

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