It was exactly one year ago where Onlive were just getting their foot in the door and showing the world what cloud gaming looked like. With TV, blu-ray player deals and a Micro-Console they have pretty much blown the doors right open for the service. One of their next entries was the Onlive app running on tablet devices unveiled at their booth at E3. LVLONE got a chance to sit down with them and get some hands on to find out what it was all about.

To note this isn’t the same app on the iPad which is just a viewer but will be an update in the future. We were given a demo of how the new app works on the iPad 2 and like the desktop version of the software this one works just the same. Like the desktop version you can view, purchase and play Onlive right on your tablet device.

We were first treated to an example of how it played by checking out Lego Batman. The buttons are laid out on the sides of the tablet and can be configured in anyway. They went as far as to say if a dev had certain button layouts that was beneficial, it would come pre-customized to suite it. While we noticed some connection drop, that had to do more with the congestion of networks in E3.

The second demo was Assassins Creed Brotherhood, showcasing that even some of the most graphically intensive games can run on a tablet device because of the Onlive software. The game looked great and the only lag noticed was almost about the same amount from the desktop version. They are currently look at the best ways to map complex games of this nature with touch pad. While they do have the universal blue tooth/wifi controller some will not have this option if they don’t want it.

Other plans like having the service running a cloud based browser which would essentially enable the ability to run flash on the iPad 2 and touch pad sensitive games were also shown. Along with making games have touch capabilities. Onlive has certainly impressed me on how far they have come in a short amount of time. I’m really excited in the direction the platform is going, who knows maybe we’ll see MMO support in the future?

The new creation tools, now seem to give players unlimited power with the Direct Control Seat and Sackbots. When used in conjunction, these two tools allow players to create the genre-bending, outside-the-box stages which you saw in the game’s debut trailer. The other big new tool are Sackbots — humanoid AI creations whose behavior can be completely determined by the creator.

Sackbots can also be fitted with Direct Control Seats as well. One simple application for this technique: A player encounters a gigantic block they can’t get past. If they hop into the equally gigantic Sackbot lying dormant nearby, they can use its superior strength to pull the block to a less bothersome location.

The Direct Control Seat lets the creator map simple functions to the PS3 controller. Placing the device on an object creates a collapsible “circuit board” in the shape of a DualShock. Mapping buttons is as easy as choosing a button on the controller, and then clicking the object you want it to manipulate.

LittleBigPlanet 2 looks to make a huge leap in game creation on the PS3, so far no release date has been announced.

Like a battering ram through the basement doors of gamers everywhere, Sony hits us with an impact leaving us with just enough breath to say one word… “Wow!”

• Live demonstrations of the new Sony “Move”, show us that even though it still requires a hands-on controller, motion control takes a whole new leap. From Eye Pet to Socom, from Sports Champions to Little Big Planet, the Move has all our jaws on the floor in both shock and awe.

• Along with news of the Move, Sony shows us a list of its upcoming titles that already have everyone working on their Christmas wish lists such as Final Fantasy 14, DC Universe Online, Medal of Honor, Twisted Metal, Gran Turismo 5, Little Big Planet 2, Marvel vs. Capcom 3, Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit, MotorStorm: Apocalypse, Killzone 3, Bulletstorm, and so much more.

• Not only can Ps3 and Ps2 users expect tons of great games, but PsP fans as well. With God of War: Ghost of Sparta, Kingdom Hearts: Birth by Sleep, Parasite Eve 3: The 3rd Birthday and other glorious hand held titles…Sony wants to let everyone know that the PsP is back again and is going strong.

• The million of gamers who are also users of the Playstation Network (PSN) can expect a new service coming before the end of the month, PlayStation Plus. It’s a premium service much like the Xbox’s “Live” network… but with a few key differences. The PS-Plus will come with exclusive downloadable content (DLC) for pending and already released titles, free “Qore” subscription (Sony’s online magazine), three free months of said services, as well as goodies and treats not yet released to the public. Subscriptions start at $49.99 a year or $17.99 for three months. And fear not Playstation fans, those of you who do not wish to join the new Playstation experience can still enjoy your free PSN accounts with no change in services or support.

All in all, Microsoft, Nintendo, and Sony had very interesting press conferences and although the “console wars” are still in full effect…there will always be a winner, no matter the outcome…us… the gamers!

On July 6, 2005, music and video games came together at the Hollywood Bowl in L.A. Music from different video games spanning from Mario to Halo was beautifully played. Video Games Live has been touring the entire world and posting dates to all of their concerts.

A 90-minute Video Games Live special, consisting of never before televised live musical performances from the Mario, Zelda, Sonic, Halo, Warcraft, Final Fantasy, Castlevania, God of War, Civilization, Chrono Cross, StarCraft and Guitar Hero franchises, including a musical journey through Classic Gaming, will make its national premiere on July 31 and air throughout August 2010 on PBS stations (check local listings). The CD and DVD/Blu-Ray release will coincide with the nationally televised special and will be available in North America exclusively through PBS until November 1, 2010. — Video Games Live

Mark your calenders and keep checking out PBS.org for the CD/DVD, this is definitely something you don’t wanna miss.

Snake and his mercenary group must defeat a threat in Costa Rica, which can change the power struggle between the East and West.

Tiger Woods PGA Tour 11

Tiger’s new game has the Ryder Cup tournament (America vs. Europe) for the first time in the series. The game will also sport 24 player online multiplayer.

Earthworm Jim

After years since his 1994 Sega Genesis release, Earthworm makes his reappearance on Xbox Live with 4 player co-op.

6/8

Call of Duty: The War Collection (360)

Disgaea Infinite (PSP)

Green Day: Road Band (PS3, 360, Wii)

Joe Danger (PSN)

Mega Man Zero Collection (DS)

Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker (PSP)

Smash Cars: Virus Run (PSN)

Tiger Woods PGA Tour 11 (PS3, 360, Wii)

6/9

Earthworm Jim (XBLA)

Rockstar announced today that the ‘Outlaws To The End Co-Op Mission Pack’ for Red Dead Redemption will be available for download on June 22 for both Xbox Live and PlayStation Network. The new content will be free to download and includes six brand-new co-op missions, as well as new co-op challenges, bonus multiplayer XP rewards, and extra opportunities to unlock additional Achievements and Trophies.

Up to four players can team up together online to experience the new missions, full of intense shoot-outs and strategic cooperative play.

As some of you may know, Square-Enix has been working on plenty of games…most of which are being kept in the dark.  Well, we here some new information for you.  After an interview held with some of Final Fantasy Versus XIII‘s head developers and character designers, we may see this highly anticipated title making an appearance onto the Xbox 360?  Seeing how successful sales were with the release of Final Fantasy XIII on both the Playstation 3 and the Xbox 360, Square-Enix has stated that they are looking into the possibilities of releasing Vs XIII on multiple platforms.

Not much is known about this game aside from speculation on the trailer released last year, but one thing is known for sure…this will be one of Square’s most cherished games once it comes to fruition. If you are familiar with “world maps” as seen in FF1-9 and are familiar with the “world map” of FF 12, this new title will blow your socks off. While still in early development, this was said by an unknown character and level designer: “The world map in Final Fantasy Versus XIII is so large, while journeying from one town to another, we actually got lost for hours”. The world can barely wait for Final Fantasy Versus XIII.

Also, Square-Enix producer Yoshinori Kitase spoke about the possibility of a Final Fantasy 7 remake: “…if it took 3-4 years to make Final Fantasy XIII, it would most likely take 10 times longer to make Final Fantasy 7 to the same quality level as FFXIII”, so don’t look for any remakes of that game anytime soon.

““Their new video game controller will take racing games to a new level of challenge and realism by allowing players to replicate the bets driving techniques used by race drivers.” They will also be showing some of what they have to offer at this years E3 convention.