Schools eyeing virtual campuses (AFP)
May 30, 2008AFP - An Internet fantasy universe teeming with faux worlds devoted to socializing and video games is expanding to include virtual classrooms and universities.
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Archive for May 30th, 2008
Prince of Persia spin-off coming to Wii
May 30, 2008Ubisoft have said that an exclusive Prince of Persia spin-off is coming to the Wii. The game is set to be revealed this July at E3.
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Castlevania: Order of Ecclesia Japanese Debut Trailer
May 30, 2008Below is the Japanese debut trailer for Castlevania: Order of Ecclesia. See Castlevania\’s new female protagonist in action!
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Sony unveil garden simulator called Shikitei with custom soundtrack support
May 30, 2008Sony Japan\’s development lab today unveiled a downloadable garden simulator called Shikitei which is being unofficially called \”Four Season Garden.\” You will have to take the seasons into account when creating your garden and you will will be able to take a stroll in your garden listening to music stored on your PS3 in the background. The simulator is set to release on June 26 for 1,500 yen and item packs for the game are yet to be announced.
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Konami asking reviewers to keep quiet about cut scene length & installation time?
May 30, 2008Konami have apparently told two gaming media sources, who wish to remain anonymous, not to reveal details about the length of cut-scenes or the size of the mandatory install in MGS 4. Some reviewers have ignored the request and written about them anyway.
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In-game XMB videos and trophy screens
May 30, 2008Maxconsole forum member Medran has kindly uploaded some mobile phone videos of the in-game XMB in action. There is one showing the in-game XMB being used from a game title screen and one showing it being used during gameplay. He has also uploaded some pictures of trophies for us to look at. The videos and shots were taken from test kits with the 2.4 release of the dev firmware. Thanks Medran, you\’re a legend! Click read more for the videos and discuss here.
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MGS4 Gun Metal Gray PS3 is not ‘just a paint job’, there are less than 10k too
May 30, 2008The admin over at the Konami forums has decided to clarify a few things about the MGS4 Limited Edition PS3. The bundle is extremely limited, with \”less than 10k (its actually a bit less than that, even)\” being made available. Also, it is not just a paint job it is made from a \”different material, which has more of a matte finish and feel as opposed to the standard glossy one.\” The DualShock3 controller which comes with it is also Gun Metal Gray like the console.
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PS3 Alone in the Dark delayed due to poor frame rate and other performance issues
May 30, 2008The developer for Alone in the Dark, Eden Games, has said that the PS3 version does not have a release date because it is not performing as well the Xbox 360 version. \”The thing is it\’s not performing as well on PS3 as we hope it is in terms of frame rate and all that. We didn\’t want it to come out and have less of an experience for the PS3 gamer\” said a rep. Eden Games insist that the PS3 version will have the same content as the Xbox 360 version.
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PSP tops Japanese hardware chart again, Xbox 360 nearly sells 2K!
May 30, 2008Media Create has released the Japaneses hardware sales figures for the week ending May 25. The PSP has topped the chart again, beating the Wii by over 15,000 units. 1. PSP - 64,449, 2. WII - 49,047, 3. NDS - 37,404, 4. PS3 - 9,071, 5. PS2 - 7,189, 360 - 1,947.
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External PSP Dualshock controller mod
May 30, 2008Blizzrad of AcidMods has managed to connect a DualShock controller through a 25 pin connector mounted in the right side of the PSP. The DualShock can control all of the PSP buttons (except for the volume and backilght) and can turn the PSP on and off. Check the forums for a video of it in action.
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Sign up for Tom Clancy’s EndWar Private Beta which is set for June
May 30, 2008You can now sign up for exclusive access to the Private Beta of Tom Clancy\’s EndWar here. The Private Beta will take place for 3 weeks in June and July, and will be available in English only. The Beta will feature 3 maps and be playable exclusively online in 1v1 and 2v2 matches. The Beta will be available for Xbox 360, and you will need to be an Xbox Live Gold Member, with a broadband internet connection, and 3 GB of free space on your Xbox 360 Hard Drive.
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Crash Time demo now avialble
May 30, 2008A demo for Crash Time is now available to download from Live (not for Asia, Australia, India, Mexico and New Zealand). Play the demo and experience fearless stunts, spectacular crashes, and car chases at breakneck speed! Trailer for PC version shown below.
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Want to be immortalized in Fable 2?
May 30, 2008Lionhead studios are looking for people to become a part of the world of Albion. They are looking for artist\’s models to pose for the paintings which will adorn the wall of Albion\’s finest residences. All you have to do is send in a picture of yourself in a suitable artistic pose. Pictures will have to be sent in by Wednesday 4th June.
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Too Human Co-Op video
May 30, 2008Below is a 15 minute video showing how co-op works in Too Human.
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Gina Carano to Appear in Command & Conquer Red Alert 3
May 30, 2008Electronic Arts announced today that rising star and undefeated EliteXC MMA fighter Gina Carano will be starring as Natasha, a deadly Soviet commando, in Red Alert 3, one of the most anticipated strategy games of the year coming to the PC and Xbox 360 this holiday season. Carano will not only appear in person and in high-definition as Natasha as part of Red Alert 3\’s live-action movies, but will also be featured digitally as a playable unit in the game. Check the forums for a behind-the-scenes video introducing Gina to the game.
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