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Dissidia European Release Date and Special Edition

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 23:51:13 GMT

European gamers are used to getting screwed on release dates, particularly when it comes to Japanese titles that often appear months after their North American counterparts. Presumably, the reason is because games must be translated into many different languages for... [Click through for full story]

First Free Monster Hunter Unite DLC Arrives

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 19:19:03 GMT

One of the cool things about the Monster Hunter franchise on the PSP is that Capcom is quite generous with providing free downloadable updates to the games long afte their release. The same is true for Monster Hunter Freedom Unite,... [Click through for full story]

Top 10 Reasons Why Xbox 360's Project Natal Will Beat Waggle Control

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 17:10:33 GMT

So every console has their own motion control system now. Nintendo has the Wii-mote. Sony is coming out with their ice cream cone controller. And Microsoft has Project Natal -- a full-body 3D motion capture, facial recognition, and voice recognition... [Vist Xboxist.com for full story]

PSP Go Has Faster Processor Speed

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 13:26:57 GMT

Although it includes bluetooth support and 16 GB of on-board memory, the PSP Go has been billed more as a hardware upgrade than as a totally new successor to the current PSP lineup. Technically, the internal specifications of the PSP... [Click through for full story]

Battlefield 1943 Gets July Release Date

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 18:01:55 GMT

DICE and Electronic Arts today announced that Battlefield 1943 will be available starting July 8th on the Xbox Live Marketplace and July 9th on the PlayStation Network, making it the shortest timed exclusive ever. Battlefield 1943 is an updated version... [Vist Xboxist.com for full story]

Battlefield 1943 Gets Release Date

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 17:41:27 GMT

Rumor: The New PS3 Experience

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 02:45:55 GMT

- By Liam J Hall Rumors - they tend to be very reliable at the moment. Just look at how all those PSP Go! rumors leaked months before E3. With all the talk about the forthcoming firmware update 3.0, my... [Click through for full story]

Capcom slams PSN with vintage hits!

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 23:37:06 GMT

Remember Final Fight, Bionic Commando, and Magic Sword? How about the original Street Fighter? If so, Ryan McDougall, Capcom's Marketing Coordinator, announced the return of these vintage titles to the PSN for PSP. What's included in the collection? • 1941:... [Click through for full story]

Namco Announces God Eater PSP: First Details

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 21:51:52 GMT

The Monster Hunter series has been the top selling franchise on Sony's PSP by a wide margin. This success (and the profits that it generated for Capcom) has led other publishers like Koei and Sega to try their hand at... [Click through for full story]

Is DJ Hero Too Expensive?

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 20:17:06 GMT

Mike Griffith, the CEO of Activision, really likes peripherals. He also evidently really likes games that come pre-packaged with peripheral controllers that can be sold at additional profit. This certainly hasn't hurt the company's bottom line, since its Guitar Hero... [Vist Xboxist.com for full story]

Is DJ Hero Too Expensive?

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 20:02:49 GMT

Will Xbox 360 Users See the Silverlight?

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 07:20:27 GMT

Watch out! A slew of interactive ads may soon appear on your Xbox dashboard. Microsoft intends to integrate its Silverlight framework (similar to Adobe Flash) to the Xbox 360. This support will allow companies to easily carry adverstising from Silverlight-enabled... [Vist Xboxist.com for full story]

Inside the Monster Hunter Gathering Hall London

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 16:24:48 GMT

To correspond with the launch of Monster Hunter Freedom: Unite in Europe, Capcom is trying to encourage gamers to meet one another in real life. The Monster Hunter Gathering Hall, located in London at 121 Charing Cross Road, is going... [Click through for full story]

Worms 2: Armageddon Ninja Ropes onto XBLA

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 15:28:06 GMT

There is a reason that Worms has been one of the most successful and consistent Xbox Live titles since its launch in March of 2007. The impish delight that gamers get from blasting an opponent off of a precarious ledge... [Vist Xboxist.com for full story]

Droplitz: Puzzle Action Drops onto XBLA

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 15:19:25 GMT

Atlus and Blitz Arcade have launched a new downloadable puzzle game on Xbox Live Arcade. Available now for the price of 800 Microsoft Points, Droplitz is all about connecting dials to save a precious liquid dripping from the top of... [Vist Xboxist.com for full story]

Droplitz: Puzzle Action Drops Onto PSN

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 15:08:54 GMT

Atlus and Blitz Arcade have launched a new downloadable puzzle game on the PSN. Available now for the price of $9.99, Droplitz is all about connecting dials to save a precious liquid dripping from the top of the screen. This... [Click through for full story]

Rock Band Unplugged PSP Review

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 19:14:33 GMT

Music has been transformed numerous times throughout history, from Bethoveen to Weezer. But perhaps no musical genre has been as dynamic, popular, and global in reach than Rock n' Roll. The mystique of performing on stage in front of thousands... [Click through for full story]

King of Fighters XII Combo Trailer

Sat, 27 Jun 2009 15:18:59 GMT

As we eagerly await the release of King of Fighters XII on the Xbox 360, the folks at SNK have sent us a new trailer showing off some combo gameplay footage. King of Fighters XII uses new, hand-drawn 2D sprites... [Vist Xboxist.com for full story]

King of Fighters XII Combo Gameplay Video

Sat, 27 Jun 2009 14:47:37 GMT

As we eagerly await the release of King of Fighters XII on the Playstation 3, the folks at SNK have sent us a new trailer showing off some combo gameplay footage. King of Fighters XII uses new, hand-drawn 2D sprites... [Click through for full story]

How to Win Big at 1 vs 100

Sat, 27 Jun 2009 00:03:38 GMT

Well, 1 vs 100 Beta has certainly become a multiplayer phenomenon these past couple of weeks. With on average 50,000 players logging on each session, it seems like everyone is going quiz show crazy these days. And it's all thanks... [Vist Xboxist.com for full story]

Grab the Trine PC Demo

Fri, 26 Jun 2009 13:32:57 GMT

Trine is a fantasy action game where the player can create and use physics-based objects to beat hazardous puzzles and threatening enemies. Set in a world of great castles and strange machinery, three heroes are bound to a mysterious device... [Click through for full story]

Square Enix Sued Over Final Fantasy XI

Thu, 25 Jun 2009 23:08:50 GMT

Usually reserved for companies whose pollutants cause fish to grow extra eyeballs and automobile manufacturers whose wheels fall off at speeds greater than 100 miles per hour, Square Enix has become the target of a class action lawsuit. Filed in... [Vist Xboxist.com for full story]

Square Enix in Class Action Lawsuit

Thu, 25 Jun 2009 23:02:52 GMT

Square Enix in Class Action Lawsuit

Thu, 25 Jun 2009 22:31:36 GMT

Serious Sam HD Headed to Xbox Live

Thu, 25 Jun 2009 20:24:18 GMT

Legions of long-time fans and a whole new generation of gamers around the world will be able to experience a classif first-person shooter. European publisher Majesco has announced today that Serious Sam: The First Encounter HD is coming to the... [Vist Xboxist.com for full story]

Dynasty Warriors Strikeforce Gets Free DLC

Thu, 25 Jun 2009 19:59:19 GMT

One of the best things about the PSP handheld is that many fist- and third-party games have taken advantage of the wifi connectivity to offer free downloadable mission packs. Monster Hunter Freedom is one of the best examples, with a... [Click through for full story]

Max Payne 3 Preview

Wed, 24 Jun 2009 23:00:56 GMT

Announced earlier this year by Rockstar Games, the Max Payne series will be getting a radical reboot later this year with Max Payne 3. The hardboiled hero will shed the dark, snow-bound city streets for a brighter - but no... [Click through for full story]

Final Fantasy XIV Release and Gameplay Details

Wed, 24 Jun 2009 00:30:55 GMT

Announced to much surprise at this year's E3 event in Los Angeles, we know that Final Fantasy XIV is coming. We also know a few more details about gameplay mechanics, thanks to information shared by the game's two principal designers,... [Click through for full story]

Numblast Arrives on PSN in Europe

Tue, 23 Jun 2009 23:12:18 GMT

Numblast is an original puzzle game for the PSP and PS3 made by the same folks who worked on Mr. Driller. The title is currently available exclusively as a download over the Playstation Network in Europe and Japan, with a... [Click through for full story]

Numblast Hits PSN in Europe

Tue, 23 Jun 2009 22:43:24 GMT

New Zelda Concept Art

Fri, 05 Jun 2009 09:39:15 GMT

It's no secret any longer. Nintendo is working on another Zelda game. Miyamoto shared early concept art for the new game and is excited to make an announcement next E3. Link appears a little older -- late teen to young... [Click through for full story]

Nintendo E3 Press Conference Highlights

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 19:26:37 GMT

Nintendo finally gave Core gamers what they've been waiting for. Games like the previously announced Conduit will be arriving in June. Dead Space Extraction is a cool entry, Resident Evil: The Darkside Chronicles is another, and best of all Kingdom... [Click through for full story]

Nintendo E3 Press Conference Highlights

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 19:05:52 GMT

Nintendo E3 2009 News Announcements

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 18:48:07 GMT

Nintendo put in a fairly good show at E3 this year, although the company continues to frustrate hardcore gamers while pursuing a more casual family audience. There were tons of new games announced, as well as an unusual piece of... [Click through for full story]

Dead Space Extraction Preview

Sat, 30 May 2009 00:16:10 GMT

Built from the ground up and developed exclusively for the Nintendo Wii, Dead Space Extraction is a prequel that reveals the events leading up to Isaac Clarke's mission on the USG Ishimura in last year's Xbox 360 shooter, Dead Space.... [Click through for full story]

SpongeBob Squarepants: Truth or Square Preview

Thu, 28 May 2009 23:02:44 GMT

THQ is bringing a third-person adventure game based on the SpongeBob Squarepants universe to the Wii console. This new title is based on the animated DVD, "The 10 Happiest Moments of SpongeBob's Life". It will feature clips from the animated... [Click through for full story]

The Rise of Mobile Gaming

Sat, 16 May 2009 16:27:22 GMT

Recently, we've noticed that many established console franchises are being ported over to mobile devices. Can console favorites really transition successfully to tinier screens? The answer is yes! Already, popular titles like "Assassin's Creed" and "Need for Speed" are available... [Click through for full story]

The Rise of Mobile Gaming

Sat, 16 May 2009 16:26:29 GMT

Recently, we've noticed a lot of established franchises being ported over to mobile platforms. Can console favorites transition successfully to tinier screens? The answer is yes! Already, popular titles like "Assassin's Creed" and "Need for Speed" are available with high... [Click through for full story]

Spore Hero Arena Coming to DS

Tue, 12 May 2009 19:37:40 GMT

Maxis today announced that it will be bringing the popular Spore PC game to the Nintendo Wii and DS systems later in 2009. Spore, which is known for its absurdly long development time, was a fairly big hit last year... [Click through for full story]

Spore Comes to Nintendo Consoles

Tue, 12 May 2009 18:25:10 GMT

GameFlavor.com Looking for Writers

Sun, 10 May 2009 11:56:50 GMT

Wii Land and the other sites in the GameFlavor Network are currently looking for volunteer writers to join our talented staff. The GameFlavor Network is one of the fastest-growing resources for video game news on the net, and we have... [Click through for full story]

Beatles Rock Band Will Cost $450 for Complete Set

Wed, 06 May 2009 08:25:36 GMT

If you are the ultimate Beatles fan, it will be hard to deny yourself the complete Beatles Rock Band experience. In that case, prepare to break the piggy on this one. The premium band kit for the game which includes... [Click through for full story]

Roster of Fighters in Punch Out Wii

Tue, 05 May 2009 20:23:30 GMT

The list of fighters confirmed for Punch Out!! Wii keeps growing as we get closer to the game's release, and we have compiled the most up-to-date roster of confirmed opponents. As fans of the series know, the fighters are the... [Click through for full story]

DS meets GPS

Tue, 21 Apr 2009 09:43:04 GMT

A Chinese company called Fab Chain is about to add another useful function to the DS, besides its normal one as a Child Distraction Device during family car rides. Fab Chain is rolling out a GPS navigation attachment for the... [Click through for full story]

DSi Launch Titles Preview

Thu, 02 Apr 2009 13:36:49 GMT

Sure, the upcoming Nintendo DSi offers some nifty new functionality like twin cameras and SD card storage, but what will the impact of these features be on gameplay? Beyond the creative user experience, these features also give developers the tools... [Click through for full story]

Nintendo Announces Zelda: Spirit Tracks DS

Thu, 26 Mar 2009 16:12:23 GMT

Nintendo kicked off its presence at the Game Developers Conference with a bang. During his keynote address, President Satoru Iwata today revealed two major surprises: a new storage solution for the Nintendo Wii home console and an all-new Nintendo DS... [Click through for full story]

More Mamas For Your Dollas

Thu, 19 Mar 2009 09:56:41 GMT

Publisher Majesco has a good thing going with its Cooking Mama franchise and boy do they know it. But whereas some companies are content with stapling roman numerals to the end of their game's title --- ahem **cough** Activision**cough** --... [Click through for full story]

Nintendo DSi Arrives April 5th

Thu, 19 Feb 2009 07:46:31 GMT

Breaking news... this just in. The Nintendo DSi has just received a release date. According to Nintendo's press page, the DSi will be available on American shelves on April 5, 2009. The colors available at launch will be Blue and... [Click through for full story]

American DSi Packaging - First Pics

Wed, 18 Feb 2009 08:36:18 GMT

The first pics of the American packaging for the new Nintendo DSi have surfaced. Looks like Nintendo is emphasizing the multimedia features of its newest baby. The icons on the box highlight the handheld's capability to take pictures and play... [Click through for full story]

The Digital Switch

Sat, 24 Jan 2009 04:11:10 GMT

On February 17, 2009 the United States will "switch" from an analog to digital broadcast. Hopefully, most of our viewers are aware of the switch from analog to digital. Why are we reporting this event as it's non game related?... [Click through for full story]