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It’s not always that I feel the need to write an editorial. Surrounding the Xbox 360’s MTV event was a parade of media hype that we haven’t heard since Halo 2’s launch. In my editorial, I discuss the reasons why the Xbox has failed to match the PS2, what Microsoft could do (but probably won’t) … Read more

On the heels of last night’s 360 announcement, Nintendo hoped to deflate whatever Microsoft hoped to gain from their event by releasing an article detailing the Revolution. They reconfirmed the Revolution would be backwards compatible and will come with wifi out-of-the-box, something the Xbox 360 currently lacks (360 will have an ethernet port). The system … Read more

Fans of the cult-classic Snowboard Kids for the Nintendo 64 should be pleased with Atlus’ E3 lineup, as well as RPG enthusiasts. They will have on display five games, including Samurai Western, a game with a unique blend of Wild West gunplay and oddly enough, swords. Here’s the lineup: Samurai Western (PS2) Shin Megami Tensei: … Read more

An uncertain future greeted the Turok franchise after Acclaim filed bankruptcy last fall. A new publisher has found its way to the five million unit selling franchise that originally appeared on the Nintendo 64. Buena Vista Games seems an unlikely candidate, being that they’re an arm of Disney. Nonetheless, they will publish future games in … Read more

Amongst Sega’s lineup of games were two Xbox 360 titles, both of which appear to be exclusive, at least for now. Other than that, no big news to be heard from them. Most of their games have been previously announced. Here’s the full lineup from Sega: Condemned: Criminal Origins (Xbox 360) Full Auto (Xbox 360) … Read more

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If you were holding your breath for the Xbox 2’s (oops, Xbox 360’s) release information, design, and launch lineup, the wait is over. This evening a very pro-Microsoft program unveiled the Xbox 360 on MTV. On display was the system, along with a handful of short teasers, mainly of in-game videos. Gameplay footage was low … Read more

I guess it’s time to dump the name ‘Xbox 2’. Microsoft unveiled its new home console this evening and has already created a domain for their Xbox 360, www.xbox360.com. The site features pictures of the console, its controller, and a mail feature that will update gamers on the latest news.

The last two games in the Ty the Tasmanian Tiger series have been under the umbrella of Electronic Arts. The first two entries in the series have sold two million units to date. Krome Studios, the largest Australian developer, agreed to co-publish their latest, Ty the Tasmanian Tiger 3, with Activision Value for a fall … Read more

Namco today announced a total of 22 console, PC, and handheld titles that they will be displaying at next week’s E3. Among them will be games from platforms including DS, GBA, GCN, PC, PS2, PSP, and Xbox. The games include: MotoGP 4 (PS2) Namco Museum 50th Anniversary (GCN, PS2, Xbox) Pac-Man World 3 (GCN, PC, … Read more

Today Activision announced their E3 presence. Representing them will be two World War II sequels, a follow-up in the Tony Hawk franchise, three super hero games, and a sequel to a popular shooter: Call of Duty 2 (PC) Call of Duty 2: Big Red One (consoles) Fantastic Four (GBA, GCN, PS2, Xbox) The Movies Quake … Read more

As we reported several weeks back, Michigan Governor Jennifer Granholm has called on the passing of legislation in her state to prevent children from obtaining violent and sexually explicit games. Similar bills have been proposed in California, Illinois, Indiana, and Washington. According to local reports from Michigan, Governor Jennifer Granholm’s office conducted an undercover sting … Read more

Hip Games today announced their previously unnamed George A. Romero horror game. City of the Dead will be developed by Kuju Entertainment, set in the Romero universe, for the PC, PlayStation 2, and Xbox. The title will be released in the spring of 2006, making it one of the last current-generation titles from Hip. Tom … Read more

For all the GCN, PS2, and Xbox fans out there that want to be at the annual trade-show, the media-only event, they can look no further than E3Insider.com, which starting on May 16th, will go live with E3 coverage. Throughout the show, they will provide gamers with a glimpse at the show, taking them behind … Read more

EA, the largest publisher in the world, won’t be shy to share some games with the media next week. Its E3 lineup is the largest you’ll find from any third-party company. They have a slew of console, handheld, and mobile games coming out in, and as crazy as it may sound, the following list of … Read more

Cold Winter, published by Vivendi Universal Games, has shipped to retailers nationwide. Exclusive to the PlayStation 2, the shooter is an action-shooter that immerses gamers in a world of international espionage. The game comes packed with 30 weapons, rag-doll death animations, and full online multi-player support (6 game modes). “Cold Winter is a visceral and … Read more

Following a growing trend for Namco, they today announced a children-friendly game based on the upcoming Universal Pictures film, Curious George. It will be made available for “major video game systems including console, handheld and personal computers”. “This is a new and exciting opportunity for Namco,â€? said Jeff Lujan, business director, Namco “We are thrilled … Read more

Gunstar Heroes, a 2D classic shooter, is a staple of Treasure’s list of developed games. Sega has enlisted Treasure once again for Gunstar Super Heroes, the highly anticipated sequel to the 2D action-shooter. The new adventure will be developed exclusively for the Game Boy Advance, offering action and brilliant visuals. A fall 2005 release date … Read more