Rise of the Guardians Trailer: If THIS Is Coming Out, We HAVE To Get EDF 3P and EDF 4, I Say….

Posted on September 23, 2012 by geelw

OK, D3Publisher… this looks like fun in a Fairytale Fights meets a more polished overall product kind of way, but it’s still a big risk of a game to some out there. And it’s a movie license, so I’m sure there those who will automatically trash it even if it’s good. That said, let’s make a deal: I’ll buy this and review it if you folks promise to bring out EDF 3 Portable for the Vita and EDF 4 here at some point. Of course, I’m not promising anything other than a fair review, so this isn’t like a bribe or anything even CLOSE to that. Hell, i just want Sandlot to get the love they truly deserve as it looks as if their two upcoming EDF games will be the best in the series to date and YES, they’re what each console they’re on needs to break up the monotony of all the “me-too” shooters and action games. There’s just something compellingly chaotic about an EDF game that HAS to be experienced (as you should know, right?)…

F1 2012 Singapore Hot Lap Video: A Burning Query…

Posted on September 23, 2012 by geelw

Hmmm… given all the restrictions on stuff like walking and chewing gum in public (or more precisely, spitting out that gum onto the street there), I wonder if you can get a fine in Singapore for speeding on a race track? Ha ha. Anyway, before i cause an international incident, let me point you to the lovely video above provided by the fine folks at Codemasters, makers of some mighty incredible racing experiences for quite some time. The game is out now, by the way, so while you’re dashing off to the store to snap up a copy, I shall make good my escape… into the future! *Poof!*

Kirby at 20: Still Round, Pink and Making Us All Smile…

Posted on September 23, 2012 by geelw

I’d say I identify with Kirby more than I do with Mario and his crew just because he’s such an outsider that manages to be the life of the party every time. Yeah, yeah, Mario gets to rescue Peach, beat up on Bowser and wonder why his lazy brother Luigi gets his own games from time to time. Kirby has pretty much stayed the same for two decades, Cute, strong and always smiling through even the worst of times. Happy Birthday, Buddy!

Oh yeah, never call Kirby fat or anything like that. He hates that a lot. Especially when he’s called crap like “big-boned, as he has none inside him (or so I hear). FYI, the last person who called him a “chubster” got inhaled and spat out a mile away with their tongue tied up in a double knot. Kirby might be cool and fun, but don’t get on his nerves.

And yes, you should buy him a present or else. Kirby loves presents. Or just buy his game instead, as he knows when that happens because Reggie gives him some spending money. Kirby likes spending money, too.

F1 2012 Launch Trailer: Going For The Flag at Full Speed

Posted on September 21, 2012 by geelw

Codemasters’ absolutely gorgeous racer should be in shops as you read this. Buy it for the mind-blowing visuals alone and you’re only getting half the story. From playing the demo, this one could be the best console F1 game to date. Even if you’re not big on F1, I say rent the game, dive into learning the ropes and experience a new type of track burner that will eat up your spare time.

Final Fantasy 25th Anniversary Box: Japanese Fans Get Lucky Again (and What Else Is New?)…

Posted on September 21, 2012 by geelw

Hmmm… and wow, this is a pretty spectacular collection. I’d say this HAS to come out here in one form or another, so what about it, Square Enix? While I’m not the biggest FF fan these days, I’d actually be interested in this just for the historical value. OK, that and the chance to play the redone FF I-VI on the original PlayStation. I’m still more fond of the first nine games over much of what’s come afterwards, but there’s no denying the huge impact the franchise has had on the JRPG scene over time. Again, it’s all about RESPECT and for the most part, Square Enix absolutely deserves it for keeping this flame alive for a quarter century (and still going strong). Feel free to check out that link below if you want to see this in all its bright white packaged glory before whining that you don’t speak and read Japanese and how unfair the world all is or whatever.

You have been warned – this thing is REALLY amazing.

http://store.jp.square-enix.com/special/ff25th

Midway Arcade Origins Trailer: The New Version of Nostalgia For Today’s Consoles

Posted on September 20, 2012 by geelw

Over 30 classic Midway arcade games, most of which bring a huge grin to my face? Check! Llocal co-op multiplayer, achievements, and Leaderboard support? Check! The hard part here is getting some of today’s gamers who think all those indie games they play that rip off a bunch of these ACTUAL classics are “better” to realize that if it weren’t for a bunch of these awesome arcade hits, they’d not have a good chunk of what they’re paying pennies for today. Respect! Anyway, PS3 and Xbox 360 owners are going to be in for a real treat, I say. Long live the arcade hits! OK, WB- Where are the Vita and 3DS versions?

TGS 2012: SCE Japan’s Puppeteer: Another First Party Winner On The Way…

Posted on September 20, 2012 by geelw

Yet another PS3 exclusive I can’t wait to get some hands-on time with, Puppeteer also makes me hopeful that we’ll see such creativity on display (and more) from day one whenever Sony’s new console ships. I’m personally so weary of new systems suffering through dreary (but well-intentioned) launch titles that don’t at all show what a console can do. Developers for next-gen systems NEED to blow us all away right out of the gate and IMPROVE on high quality games in the near future or else we’ll have to keep hearing nonsense talk from PC-only gamers who, when you think about it, really only have graphics (and yes, keyboard/mouse controls in shooters) to babble about as “better”. But we all know that better looking games NEVER means better games at all, no matter how it’s spun. Overclocking a game so it runs at 200fps is all fine and dandy, but crap running at 200fps is still crap, correct?

Just a thought.

Naughty Bear: Panic in Paradise Dev Diary: Bearing Up For A Bigger Blast

Posted on September 20, 2012 by geelw

If there was any doubt as to how much better PiP will be than the original Naughty Bear, well kids… this video should keep you well informed and have your wallets standing at attention. I like that Behavior Interactive has been a bunch of busy bees this past year, as they also did Brave for multiple platforms (a pretty decent job overall) and Naughty Bear is a whole lot different in tone (by far!) and definitely going to surprise many people with its depth and replay value. It may not be a Game of the Year contender, but it’s definitely a game you’ll enjoy a hell of a lot this year.

Oops – I missed the other SIX videos in this series somehow! Ah well, here’s number 7 – perhaps I’ll track down and post the rest after TGS is over. My inbox is FULL of news to pore over (and getting fuller) and I don’t want to fall too far behind.

TGS 2012: Dead or Alive 5 Launch Trailer: Bang, Bounce and Boom Time…

Posted on September 20, 2012 by geelw

Ah, the questions kicking some gamers in the heads here! Stuff such as: Is Tecmo/Koei’s fighting game still relevant after all this time? Will the addition of a few of Sega’s Virtua Fighter characters be enough to shake things up? in an Itagaki-less Team Ninja still able to make a game that’s as out there as they would if he man himself were still with the studio? Does anyone even care about that stuff at all because all they want is another jiggle-fest? It’s enough to make your head explode, isn’t it? As for me – I don’t care about any of that stuff if the game is good, makes me laugh in the right spots and is just plain fun to play. What can I say? I’m a minimalist who likes some things extremely…er, minimal.

TGS 2012: Okami HD Trailer: Once Again, The Line Has Been Drawn!

Posted on September 20, 2012 by geelw

Even though I sunk many hours into Okami, I’m ready to do it all over again in this HD version. The game looks nice and crisp in that higher resolution and I’m sure that the PS Move controls are going to make the experience even more enjoyable (especially if you’re really used to using the peripheral). As great as this looks, I’d actually LOVE to see a complete reworking of the Nintendo DS game, Okamiden for the Vita at some point. Imagine how amazing it would look on that wide screen with visuals made just for the handheld? I’d pre-order that in a heartbeat if it were a reality, that’s for sure…

Oh yeah, the release date: October 30th, exclusively through PSN.