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Hands on: Green Day Rock Band

Remy Cuesta
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Ever since the reactions Harmonix had received for The Beatles Rock Band game, they knew there was a hit on their hands. Green Day Rock Band is set to mimic that success with authentications that not only define the Green Day name but leap forward for the Rock Band franchise. I sat down with lead designer Chris Foster and publicist Stephanie Myers at the MTV headquarters for a hands on of the game.

The Green Day: Rock Band will feature 47 songs including a collection of greatest hits and fan favorites, two from Insomniac, three from Nimrod and two from Warning. Most importantly the band’s most iconic albums Dookie and American Idiot in its entirety, while the third album 21st Century Breakdown can be pared with the six songs that had already been dlc before that for the completion of the record. Green Day made sure they gave fans what they wanted and tried to make the experience as true to Green Day as possible. It was important to include the entire albums of Dookie and American Idiot for that reason. Unlike the Rock Band games before this, Green Day Rock Band features full band motion capturing for all the songs, giving each one a different feel to them.

Like the Beatles Rock Band game all the songs are unlocked from the start. The challenge or maybe longevity of the game may take a hit with some season veterans of Rock Band but no one can deny this pick up and play system works. The game is actually harder then many songs in Rock Band, as some of Green Days songs can get particularly faster, especially on drums. The campaign progression and challenges will have great archival material that can be unlocked, like the Beatles Rock Band game did. Over 100 photos, and 40 minutes of video of all kinds of stuff ranging from interviews, out takes, song performances and unreleased footage. Chris Foster explained how working with MTV obviously gave them the advantage to explore a lot of rare material.


The game focuses on three venues that Green Day has played throughout their career. What I loved was the detail of each venue and the band at that particular moment. I got a chance to play a song from each venue, not only did it give a sense of being there but the style and age was captured for that time period as well. The game looks better then any Rock Band Game before it and with the motion capturing, it moved better as well.

GD: RB is shaping up nicely and is set for release in only two months. Their is no doubt that there are plenty of rhythm based games but its rare to see attention to detail like this. We’re looking forward to the various changes made in this game, along with personally learning more from Green Days catlog. Harmonix’s goal seems to be quality vs quantity and we couldn’t agree more from the results.

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Crackdown 2 Video Documentary part 2 “Nothing is Sacred”

Remy Cuesta
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Microsoft and Ruffian Games release “Nothing is Sacred,” the second installment to the three-part video documentary series taking fans behind the scenes of development in “Crackdown 2.”

“Nothing is Sacred” features commentary about one of the biggest attractions in “Crackdown 2”: the fusion of spontaneity and humor with the chaos that surrounds. In this video documentary, the team from Ruffian Games discusses the undercurrents of humour found in any situation, whether you’re tearing up bus shelters, using vehicles as projectile weapons or dropping in on your foes from high above. The can-do attitude of “Crackdown 2” will have you ripping through Pacific City and creating the most memorable experiences ever, whether solo or with your friends.

Stay tuned for the next video documentary leading up to the launch of “Crackdown 2” in July, exclusively on Xbox 360. To help you get ahead of the pack, pre-order “Crackdown 2” now at participating retailers to receive exclusive, in-game bonus armour in four new shades: Gold, Gun Metal, Black and Green.

Now Shipping 4/18/2010: Hunting monsters edition

Ahphrow
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 Monster Hunter Tri

Monster Hunter Tri is the third console installment in the Monster Hunter franchise, developed by Capcom and released for the Wii. The environments in the game have been increased to include underwater locations. Eighteen brand new monsters were made just for the game. There are new AI movements and responses. Each weapon class has been updated with new moves and innovations. For a Wii title this game has some shocking visuals within the atmosphere for Monster Hunter Tri.

After Burner Climax

After Burner Climax is a combat flight game created by Sega-AM2. The game is the continuation to the arcade and console After Burner games and is the fourth title in the series.  The historical model F-14 Tomcat that has always been in the previous games has been updated with the F-14D Super Tomcat. After Burner Climax now grants players the chance to fly in two new aircrafts: the F/A-18E Super Hornet and F-15E Strike Eagle.

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NARUTO SHIPPUDEN: ULTIMATE NINJA HEROES 3 HAS GONE GOLD FOR THE PSP

Jonathan Lane
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NAMCO BANDAI Games America announced that NARUTO SHIPPUDEN: Ultimate Ninja Heroes 3 has gone gold for the PSP system. Based on the popular animated NARUTO SHIPPUDEN series from VIZ Media, NARUTO SHIPPUDEN: Ultimate Ninja Heroes 3 refines the series’ trademark fighting mechanics by offering an all-new adventure mode, a new roster of fierce ninja, and robust multiplayer battles. The game is developed by CyberConnect2 and will be available in North America on May 11, 2010.
   
Relive the storyline up to the Hidan and Kakuzu arc in the new Master Road mode as they follow the Nine-Tail Fox ninja in his continuing adventures to save his friend Sasuke. With more than 80 action-packed missions, players’ skills are put to the test as they face intense battles using one of more than 50 characters.
 
Now for the first time in the series’ it expands the renowned fighting engine and updates it for four-player brawls. Through an ad-hoc connection, players can team up with a partner to take on opponents while unleashing devastating Jutsu attacks or single-handedly battle multiple enemies. Also features a three-player cooperative mode which allows players to experience select adventures in the main story.

UPDATE Winner: Monday Video Game Giveaway

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WINNER IS PICKED, Congratulations: destroyer jones
This weeks game giveaway is a Capcom game for the Wii. This co-op game will have plenty of combos to rack up in with either the computer or a friend. Monday’s Question: What single player video game would you want to see co-op and why?

You only have 24hours to enter, all you have to do is answer the question in this post. We will then close the giveaway and pick one lucky random winner.

Product: Caps4Stix review – analog stick covers

Remy Cuesta
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If you own an Xbox 360, PS3 or Wii its no surprise that with normal use of the controller, the rubber on the thumb sticks start to wear off. Those crisp little buds on the surface of the Xbox 360 controller, ridges of the PS3 and Wii controller will be no worn in only a couple of months. Caps4Stix rejuvenates your thumb sticks with their analog stick covers.

Caps4Stix are soft rubber thumb grips for your analog controllers and due to the soft grippy buds on the ends of the rubber, it will completely eliminate
the problem of your thumbs slipping off the stick during game play. We tested it for several different controls and consoles, our first was the Xbox 360. A snug fit and ideal use for the Xbox 360. It feels much better then the original analog grips, example when playing Modern Warfare 2 it added a little more precision with movements. On the PS3 since the analog sticks come up the buds on the covers pop out. It took us a second to get used to this feeling but again felt better then the original analog sticks.


These covers feel very natural and should have little to no slipping issues. They also work for various different controls on different consoles as well, the nunchuk for the Wii works great as well, however older controller thumb sticks may get stuck around the edges when fully rotating. That is because they evidently make the analog sticks bigger since this is a cover for the existing ones.

Overall these are a must for anyone that want as much precision as possible during gameplay. Whether you have an old or new controller they are definitely better then the factory made analog sticks. They will last longer and even when you get to the point where it will be worn out they are better then the original rubber. For about $1.99 you can’t go wrong with this product.

Pros: Feels great, Better feedback and easy to mount.

Con: Could use more colors

Incase you missed it: Downtown trailer for Split/Second and briefing

Remy Cuesta
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Here is a downtown trailer for Split/Second soon to be released next month. For those who don’t know Split/Second is a action racing game from Black Rock Studio. Set within the world of a fictional reality TV show, players don’t just try to race to the finish line – they trigger explosive events that alter the track to take out opponents or create short cuts. This Burnout look alike will have some hefty competition come May 2010 as it will be stock piled with racing games. We’ll give you more as we near on its release.

Uppin’ the Car Count with new Forza 3 DLC

Ahphrow
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The “Road & Track  Car Pack” was released, bringing  10 new cars in it. This pack is featuring a wide variety of car types, from the 2010 Volkswagen Golf R to the 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports. Editors from Road & Track magazine worked together with Turn 10’s designers to assemble the car pack roster. The latest car pack is available for 400 Microsoft Points ($5) on the Xbox LIVE Marketplace.

The “Road & Track Car Pack” welcomes 10 cars for 2010 that are ready to be collected, painted, tuned and driven for all. Remember, In-game credits are required to purchase these cars in Season Play.

  • 2010 Volkswagen Golf R
  • 2009 Holden HSV w427
  • 2010 Ford Taurus SHO
  • 2010 Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG
  • 2010 Renault Megane RS 250
  • 2010 Vauxhall Insignia VXR
  • 2010 Mini Coupé Concept  *Free Downloadable  Car*
  • 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports
  • 2010 Mazda MX-5 Superlight
  • 2010 SEAT Leon Cupra R

Giving people a little bit of what is in the Game Add-on pack, Turn 10 is setting the 2010 MINI Coupé Concept as the free download car of the month.

Review: Mass Effect 2 – Kasumi’s Stolen Memory DLC

Ahphrow
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Mass Effect 2 has released a brand new DLC called Kasumi’s Stolen Memory. Shepard has been requested to assist a new crew mate. Kasumi Goto, a mysterious hooded thief who needs help with a dangerous heist. With Kasumi’s set of stealthy skills to assist Shepard in the mission and the new items that it supply’s, is the DLC worth its purchase?

Shepard meets Kasumi on the Citadel through an ad screen as she gives little info about her background. She then becomes part of Shepard’s crew. As you make your way to her loyalty mission, she informs Shepard about her plan and the way it is going to play out. This mission is different from most other missions in ME2. The only crewmate that goes with Shepard is Kasumi. Shepard (in a new formal suit) has to mingle with a few high class crooks, while trying to infiltrate the vault of a smuggler/weapons dealer.

Kasumi’s Stolen Memory brought a lot of different scenery to ME2. Shepard goes from a lavish home, to a huge vault, to underground storage tunnels, and an elevated docking pad. Kasumi is a very interesting crewmate whos story comes from a different angle. Beneath the shadowy hood there is one power that Kasumi has that is pretty flashy, the Shadow Strike. With this ability Kasumi goes invisible then re-appears behind the enemy , then strikes down the foe. This DLC is priced at 560 MS points or $7 and was worth the adventure. One thing about this add-on is that it makes more sense for you to NOT have beaten the game already because you would not be able to fully use Kasumi further on. Overall receiving a new and better SMG, new crew member for the rest of your missions (if you didnt beat the game), and don’t forget the new formal suit make it a buy. Be sure to pick this up to add to your Mass Effect 2 adventure.

Overall = 8.0


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Free weekly DLC for Splinter Cell Conviction

Remy Cuesta
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Ubisoft announced today that free DLC for Tom Clancy’s Splinter Cell Conviction™ will be made available to gamers every Thursday, beginning tomorrow April 15.

Owners of Tom Clancy’s Splinter Cell Conviction will be able to spice up their Splinter Cell experience with a ton of free content. New weapons, skins and even a brand new Deniable Ops map will be released every week. Each new piece of downloadable content will be available for the low low price of FREE!.

This week’s free content will entail a new gun, the MP7A1 Machine Pistol.

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