Monthly Archives: November 2011

Saints Row: The Third may be one of the most inclusive games on the market today – but everyone wants to be a thin, muscly, and buxom. It’s time to question your quest for the perfect alter ego, says Brenna Hillier.

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Some lucky gamers have apparently managed to snaffle Super Mario 3D land before official release.

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Netherrealm boss and Mortal Kombat creator Ed Boon is teasing an imminent reveal.

“Unexpected surprise from NetherRealm Studios coming…….?” he tweeted.

In response to queries, Boon said the surprise is not related to the latest Mortal Kombat game – and isn’t Grid 2, a flyball suggestion.

Thanks, GoNintendo.

MMOSociety has unveiled Marvel Universe Online’s take on Thor, the Avenger suddenly popularised by the recent film. Previously revealed characters include Deadpool, Wolverine, and Captain America.

No release date has been set for Gazillion’s PC-exclusive MMORPG.

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“At its core, BloodRayne: Betrayal is about balls-to-the-wall action, platforming insanity, and gameplay, gameplay, gameplay. Ninja Gaiden was a major influence for BloodRayne’s combat. I think that game has some of the best combat of all time. The platforming is inspired by a host of games, notably Mega Man X.”

– Wayforward speaking to PSN Stores on BloodRayne: Betrayal’s intent and influences. The 2D, side-scrolling action title is available now on the PlayStation Network.

When Yoshinoro Ono sets out to make a crossover game, he does not mess around. These screens of Street Fighter x Tekken’s alternate costumes show favourite characters dressed up as each other.

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The Academy of Interactive Arts & Sciences will honour Gauntlet designer Ed Logg with a Pioneer award.

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MechWarrior Online will be built on Crytek’s award-winning CryEngine 3. According to a post on the game’s website, Piranha Bytes president Russ Bullock believes the tech will allow for “a truly unique AAA experience”.

The long-awaited return to a beloved PC gaming franchise was announced at the end of October as a free-to-play MMO mech sim which plays out the series canon in real time conflicts.

Thanks, Blue.

The Legend of Zelda producer Eiji Aonuma wants to thank series fans for their dedication.

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Beanie Girl, the shotgun-wielding poster girl of the Templars, is called Rose, and she has plenty to tell us about The Secret World’s oldest faction.

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Unless men screaming “WAAAAAAAAAAAAAARRRR” in your ears is a common occurrence, you might want to avoid cardiac arrest by turning the volume down before you view this new Serious Sam 3: BFE trailer.

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Namco Bandai has unleashed a flood of new Soul Calibur V screens, introducing fresh face Xiba, showing off some of the arenas, and highlighting Yoshimitsu, Cervantes and Aeon.

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All Roads, a 48 page graphic novel which tells the story of events leading up to Fallout: New Vegas, is now available through Dark Horse Digital. You can grab the comic for $3 directly from Dark Horse or through the App Store.

The comic was originally bundled with the game’s collector’s edition, and was written by Obsidian’s Chris Avellone.

Thanks, RipTen.

Arrowhead and Paradox are throwing a major promotion for Magicka ahead of the new expansion, The Stars Are Left.

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Noted director and inSANE creator Guillermo del Toro has described gaming as a strategic dance with the “asshole” gamer.

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Bohemia Interactive has observed massive piracy of its games, despite an unusual DRM system.

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A new report suggests casual gamers are abandoning portable gaming hardware in favour of multi-function devices.

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Nintendo has updated its eShop, WiiWare, and DSiWare channels for the week, headlined by the classic Kirby’s Adventure.

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Gamespot has posted a gallery and full run-down of Ultimate Marvel vs Capcom 3′s alternate costume DLC packs, complete with dates and pricing. There’s a bewildering selection to choose from and some handy bundles if you’ve just gotta catch ‘em all.

The upated fighter is out now on PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360, and expected on Vita at launch.

Thanks, Capcom Unity.

“It’s a very exciting machine and I’m glad to see it out there. I mean, a hi-def Nintendo platform! There’s nothing that could make me happier. Its online capabilities are really extensive, too, so we’ll be able to differentiate ourselves from the competition more easily with our sports lineup. We can’t announce anything yet, but what I can say is that Nintendo is a company that’s been producing new types of play culture for years. The 3DS and Wii U have taken on that DNA, so I really can’t wait to see what kind of new surprises are waiting for us.”

- EA COO Peter Moore speaking to Famitsu about the Wii U, as reported by Cub3d. The publisher has been flagged in rumours about the Wii U’s potentially third party digital offering.