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Sonic Fans Boycott Sonic the Hedgehog 4

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It seems that many Sonic fans were not quite impressed with the leaked footage for Sonic the Hedgehog 4.

A boycott has started it has accumulated 1120 signatures and still rising.

But wait! there’s more! This isn’t your normal boycott where people refuse to buy the game in hopes that the developer fixes the problem. They are instead banding together, to buy the first Sonic the Hedgehog game on the release day of the fourth one.

Lets up the ante’ folks! lets buy every single sega product on the release day of Sonic the Hedgehog 4. That’ll show those pesky Sega Developers 😉

What do you guys think about this boycott … your thoughts on the matter

Assassin’s Creed 2 for $36 at Walmart

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For a minute, ignore all the bad things about Walmart and listen to this, because you really don’t care, you just want a cheap game!

Walmart is selling Assassin’s Creed 2 for $36. Yes you heard right! Only about 4 months old, and only $36! This offer is available in store and online for both the PS3, and the Xbox360. Sadly, this deal is not available for the PC version.

If you haven’t already bought Assassin’s Creed 2, buy it now! Use the money you save on the DLC.

Then you can pop the game in and relax (after the DLC downloads) while you assassinate every guard in an entire city! MUHAHAHA!

Any of you picking up this deal? or have you already bought Assassin’s Creed 2?

EA SPORTS FIFA 10 Ultimate Team Available Now For Download

Press Release from EA Some great news for all you FIFA 10 fans our there.

Feb 25, 2010

Popular Expansion Mode for FIFA 10 Available for 400 Microsoft Points or $4.99

EA today announced that FIFA 10 Ultimate Team, the popular game mode expansion that creates a new way of playing the award-winning EA SPORTS FIFA 10, is available now to download for the PlayStation 3 computer entertainment system and Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system.

The original Ultimate Team expansion mode for FIFA 09 was the most popular PDLC expansion mode ever released by EA SPORTS, with over 35 million gold, silver and bronze packs opened, over 50 million auctions for players and items completed, and over 10 billion in-game coins exchanged in trades as legions of football fans took on the challenge to put a personally crafted team up against the rest of the world.

FIFA 10 Ultimate Team is half the price of the original-400 Microsoft points or $4.99 through PlayStation Network-and this year enables gamers to manage one or multiple squads simultaneously, and compete against other gamers in dynamically updated online tournaments. Fans will be able to experience the game mode by creating a team with a starter pack of players and play a five game free* trial.

Featuring over 7,500 of the best football stars in the world to choose from, gamers can emulate the way real-world coaches and managers build the truly great football teams. Choose how to manage your team–focusing on creating one formidable squad, or managing multiple squads to match dynamic requirements for tournaments and competitions. Buy, sell, trade and acquire the biggest stars to build your team.  Be strategic and tactical in preparing your squads for the various in-game competitions. A completely redesigned chemistry system built around player relationships on the pitch means that managing teams and squads to their full potential is even more critical to success. Take carefully assembled squads into standard tournaments and themed competitions against the most formidable teams from around the world – and then out wit and out play them.

FIFA 10 Ultimate Team is available now to purchase for 400 Microsoft points or $4.99 as a download via Xbox LIVE and the PlayStation Network to FIFA 10. FIFA 10 and an internet connection are required for play. FIFA 10 Ultimate Team is developed by EA Canada in Burnaby, B.C. It is rated “E” for everyone by the ESRB and 3+ by PEGI.   

For more information about FIFA 10 Ultimate Team visit the Official Website.

* FIFA 10 and an internet connection are required for play.

Weekly PlayStation Store Update

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G’day everyone it’s thats time again,  even tho its Friday here in Australia it still Thursday in the US and that’s when Playstation Store releases its updates for the week.

This week we have some cool deals and some even better demos and shows.  Finally we can all get our hands on the GOD OF WAR 3 demo.  This alone should keep you busy for a very long time.

Along with God Of War 3 demo we also have the Darksiders demo available for download too. Grandia‘s on PS One Classics.  Then we also have Super Street Fighter II Turbo HD Remix is half-price mentioned earlier today. There’s also Valkyria Chronicles and Uncharted 2 DLC. Echoshift is up on PSP.

There is soo much available this week on the PSN store.  If you can’t find something you like, then you’ve got MAJOR problems !! 😉

Full detail of whats been released this week below :

Price Updates

  • Super Street Fighter II Turbo HD Remix Sale, One Week Only! (now $7.49, original price $14.99)
  • Hero of Sparta PSP mini Permanent Price Drop (now $4.99, original price $6.99)
  • Let’s Golf PSP mini Permanent Price Drop (now $4.99, original price $6.99)
  • Warhawk Sale, Ends on 3/11 (now $14.99, original price $29.99)
  • Warhawk Booster DLC Bundle, End on 3/11 (now $9.99, regular price $15.99)
  • Warhawk Fallen Star, Broken Mirror, & Omega Dawn DLC Sale, Ends on 3/11 (now $4.99, original price $7.99)

Downloadable Games

Greed Corp. ($9.99)
Why share when you can have it all? Greed Corp is an online multiplayer strategy game in which you battle for dominance over a world once rich in resources. In order to prevail, you must exhaust all remaining resources to build an army, and use the depleted collapsing terrain to your advantage. An extensive campaign mode and multiple unlockables prepare you to take the battle online.
ESRB Rated E
File size: 300 MB

The Tester Episode 2 “Communication Breakdown” (free)
Legendary game designer David Jaffe joins the panel to evaluate the gamers in their first team challenge testing their ability to communicate (using human hamster balls, blindfolds, and a bullhorn).
File size: 302 MB (SD) 809 MB (HD)

PSone Classics

Grandia ($9.99)
Take the role of Justin, a young boy obsessed with becoming a great adventurer, who inherits a magic stone that leads him on an epic journey to uncover the mystery of a long lost civilization in this classic RPG. Meet an exciting cast of characters who join you along the way and unravel the mysteries of this ancient legend. Download this critically-acclaimed PS one RPG and experience the epic adventure today!
ESRB Rated E
File size: 851 MB

Game Demos (free)

God of War III Demo
God of War III finds Kratos raining carnage and destruction upon the Gods who have betrayed him and the entire Ancient Greek world. Armed with his deadly double-chained blades, Kratos will take on mythology’s darkest creatures while solving intricate puzzles on his merciless quest to destroy Olympus and the mighty Zeus himself.
ESRB Rated M
File size: 2.61 GB

Darksiders Demo
Battle through the complete first dungeon of Darksiders, with over 90 minutes of gameplay. Take on Hell’s demon hordes, explore the catacombs of the forsaken Twilight Cathedral, and face off against the hideous Bat Queen, Tiamat.
ESRB Rated M
File size: 1.35 GB

DiggerHD Demo
DiggerHD updates the 1980’s PC classic with a next-generation, 21st Century facelift while maintaining classic gameplay. Control the feisty little construction vehicle and burrow its way through the perils of an underground world. Players dig through the dirt to create paths, collect jewels and coins, avoid monsters and falling bags of gold in single and multiplayer modes. Try this free demo version now!
ESRB Rated E
File size: 49 MB

READ ON AFTER THE BREAK … Click below to continue on to see what else is out this week

Batman: Arkham Asylum 75% off sale through Games On Demand

Games on Deman have a great deal for Batman: arkham Asylum, check out the details below.  Also make sure you pick up Tinker if you haven’t already done so as ITS FREE link to your Xbox Live Gamertag for an extra 200 gamerscore !!!

The Games on Demand on Windows crew will be shooting out bargains every week in March these prices are going to be CRAZY check below on how much you can get Batman for !! Then keep an eye out next week for the next title !!

Details below :

On Friday, February 26th through to Monday March 1st you’ll be able to pickup  the award winning  Batman: Arkham Asylum for 75% off through Games on Demand on Windows priced at :

FROM 2/26 TO 3/1: $59.99 NOW $12.49 (75% OFF – LIMITED TIME ONLY!)

ALSO, each weekend in March will bring a new discounted Games on Demand title. We’ll keep you posted each Friday and also post a note on our twitter  to let you know what G4W- LIVE title is on sale that weekend.

Remember you’ll need to download the free Games for Windows – LIVE client and when you purchase games within the client you can use either points or credit cards. 

This offer will be available in all regions where Games on Demand are supported.

P.S. After you’ve got the client installed, you’ll also want to grab the free game Tinker, which also has 200 Gamerscore that you can get…for free.

What do you think of this super deal from the Microsoft team ?  Who’s picking up Batman for only $12 ??? If you dont already have it now is the time to do it !! 🙂

Super Street Fighter IV and Lost Planet 2 pre-order items confirmed for Europe‏ and Australia

From yesterdays Super Street Fighter IV pre-order post here is 100% confirmation on what your going to be getting when you pre-order Super Street Fighter IV and Lost Planet 2.

Read the press release information below, enjoy and most of all PRE-ORDER your copies now !!

PRESS RELEASE INFO !!

Super Street Fighter IV confirmed for release on Friday April 30 th and Lost Planet 2 just a few weeks later on May 18 th it is time to reveal some of the great pre-order incentives that will be available to European & Australian gamers plus some other great LP2 news.  

Super Street Fighter IV – Dress your characters, yourself or your i-phone in style i- phone covers – featuring stylised images of fan favourite characters, these covers will only be available via this pre-order initiative.
Super Classic Costume pack – Get brand new costumes for Gen, Dhalsim, Blanka, Fei Long and Guile before they go on general sale; fighting never looked so good.
T-shirts – An exclusive range of limited edition t-shirts featuring unique designs which will not be available anywhere else.
 
Lost Planet 2 – Choose from multiplayer maps, your very own Akrid or an exclusive t-shirt
Collectible figure – This pre-order offers a limited edition figurine of one of the gigantic Akrid that players will encounter in Lost Planet 2.
T-shirt – With an exclusive design not available anywhere else those gamers choosing this pre-order will own a truly unique piece of Lost Planet 2 merchandise.
Multiplayer maps – Gamers opting for this pre-order will be able to download two new maps on which they can engage in 16 player multiplayer battles
Helix – the underwater NEVEC mining facility is set over several layers full of twisted corridors. Swim between the layers, dive to the bottom to change your point of attack or launch yourself in an instant to the upper levels using the Aqua Catapults.  
Back to the Island – the shady atoll of Island 902 is broken into wide open spaces and compact interiors.  Choose your battlefield from the beaches to the battered carrier, or explore a new dimension in the underwater area.  Control the bridge to dominate the map, but beware as you are vulnerable to attacks from all sides. 
 
Details of which local retailers will be running each specific pre-order campaign will be confirmed shortly.
 
Split-screen confirmed – After months of speculation, the development team that brought localized splitscreen gameplay to Resident Evil 5 has confirmed that they will be doing it again with Lost Planet 2. Gamers can join the battle for control of the precious thermal energy on E.D.N III alongside a friend from the same living room.
HOW GREAT IS ALL THIS FANTASTIC NEWS !! Let us know what you think !! Leave a comment below 🙂

Darksiders Demo now available for download via XBOX Live Marketplace and PSN

Yes it’s finally here.  THQ’s apocalyptic Zelda with a Portal Gun DARKSIDERS is now available for download via XBOX Live Marketplace & Playstation Network !!

Details Below : for XBOX

DarksidersContent: Darksiders Demo
Price: Free
Availability: Not available in Japan
Dash Text: Battle through the complete first dungeon of Darksiders, with over 90 minutes of gameplay. Take on Hell’s demon hordes, explore the catacombs of the forsaken Twilight Cathedral, and face off against the hideous Bat Queen, Tiamat.

Add the free Darksiders Demo to your Xbox 360 download queue 

If you like the DEMO then pick up the game from : 

Amazon PS3
Amazon XBOX

OR

Fishpond : PS3 
Fishpond : XBOX

(if you buy from the Fishpond links above you qualify for Capsule Computers & Fishpond Competition

Let us know what you think about Darksiders, leave a comment below.

PlayStation Network Sale Super Street Fighter II Turbo HD Remix 50% Off

Another Super Sale this time on Playstation 3 courtesy of Capcom :

You good looking PlayStation 3 owners (I know this because I’ve got a Playstation 3;) … ) can get Super Street Fighter II Turbo HD Remix for $7.49 (50% off)

This is a CLASSIC Capcom fighter that’s been remade in SUPER HD graphics.   If you don’t already have this pick up whilst your waiting for Super Street Fighter IV to arrive !! 🙂

Who’s gonna pick this up ?? Also who’s your favourite Street Fighter Character you enjoy using the most ?

Lazy Raiders Xbox Live Arcade Review

Lady Raiders
Publisher: Sarbakan
Developer: Sarbakan
Platforms: Xbox 360 
Release Date: February 24th, 2010

To see more games by Sarbakan visit their website ‘Sarbakan Website’ and follow them on twitter for updates on their games  ‘Sarbakan Twitter’.

Story
“Dr. Diggabone’s so lazy he won’t even walk… But that’s not stopping him from going after 16 priceless lost relics. Jump in and take control as you tilt and flip the world to send him on a quest for instant fortune and fame.” [via http://www.lazyraiders.com/]

That little summary taken from the Lazy Raiders website pretty much sums up the entire story plot.

You play as Dr. Diggabone or your avatar (In Dr. Diggabone’s clothes). Even your avatar has become as lazy as Dr. Diggabone as gravity pulls you through the caves in search for your fortune. The game is a puzzle game, so it doesn’t require much of a story other then why you are there in the first place.

Gameplay
The gameplay of Lazy Raiders requires you to shift the map by spinning the room and letting gravity do all the work. Since Dr. Diggabone is too lazy to move, he will just let gravity drag him down. By spinning and flipping the level you help him collect gems, idols, and relics. You can’t appreciate the entire mechanic until you see it for yourself, so here is the trailer for you guys to watch.

If you didn’t watch the trailer, then you really are missing out. So go watch it!

Now that you have watched the trailer, you can see that the game gives a feeling of being rushed, and having to quickly make your decisions. At times this is true but Lazy Raiders is still a puzzle game, so take your time and plan your actions carefully (unless you are going for a good time on the leaderboards, in which case you should do it as fast as possible).

The controls are simple. Y focuses the screen (Some people are quite sensitive to the spinning, and focusing the screen helps reduce the spinning effect slightly). The left and right triggers zoom in and out gradually, while the bumpers zoom in or out to the max level. Finally, A flips the map completely upside down.

Many things will try to kill you while solving these puzzles (actually you will kill yourself, since all the threats are based off of them coming to you due to gravity, or you spinning the map wrong and falling into harm’s way). Spikes are abundant, Boulders flow with gravity, and thieves steal your gems. There are 80 levels for you to master, each revealing even more traps and obstacles to avoid as you search the caves in search for treasure.

Audio
There is a small ambient of background music as you traverse through the levels. The background music helps envelop you within the atmosphere of the game, but it is usually drowned out by boulders hitting walls, blocks falling, and chimes as you pick up gems. The game seems to pride itself on its sound effects because these are more clearly evident and will catch your attention more than the background music.


Achievements

Lazy Raiders is entirely single player and all the achievements just take time, patients, and quick solving. Most of the achievements are pretty easy depending on your skill level, the hardest one is “Legend – Collect all 16 relics and all 192 idols”; pretty much 100% the game. If you manage to unlock the ‘Legend’ achievement you will most likely have unlocked every other achievement already.

The game also includes a few gamer pictures unlocked by starting the game. Two avatar awards are also within the game.

Dr. Diggabone’s Outfit – Unlocked by just starting the game.
Dr. Diggabone’s Hat – Unlocked by collecting all 16 relics (beating the game)
(Below the achievement list is a picture with an avatar wearing the outfit and the hat in game, since it is the only thing your avatar can wear in the game)

The Achievement List is:

  • Prodigal -Find the mysterious Crystal Skull.
  • Olympian – Finish a maze in less than the gold time.
  • Filthy Rich – Amass your first million.
  • Friendly – Collect a relic with your Avatar.
  • Collector – Collect 25 idols.
  • Conqueror – Collect all 5 relics of the Seven Cities of Gold.
  • Generous – Let the Thieves snatch at least 1 million.
  • Spelunker – Collect all 5 relics of the Arctic Wrecks.
  • Guinea Pig – Get hurt by every type of trap.
  • Marshall – Collect all 5 relics of the Wild West.
  • Sprinter – Finish a maze in less than the developer’s time.
  • Legend – Collect all 16 relics and all 192 idols.

Overview
Lazy Raiders is a puzzle game with a unique “Spin” (excuse my pun and the ones that follow). It will keep you on your toes trying not to die, while at the same time forcing you to make accurately quick gravity switches to collect the gems. Lazy Raiders starts you off smoothly but quickly tosses you into the nearly impossible. Lazy Raiders is a truly mind spinning puzzle game and you won’t even notice the clock’s hands spinning as time flies by, except for those of you who use digital clocks (yeah, go ahead ruin my pun streak!). I give Lazy Raiders 9 capsules out of 10, so go buy it and get lazy! Hopefully this game gets onto the Iphone where the game mechanics can truly flourish.

9-0-capsules-out-of-10

Pros

  • Avatar Support! (pity you can’t wear your clothes, you instead wear Dr. Biggabone’s clothes)
  • A unique gameplay experience that combines strategic puzzle aspects and quick paced action aspects.
  • Leaderboards can lead to endless hours of competition against your friends and the world.

Cons

  • If you get dizzy easily, this is not a game for you. (I’d suggest downloading the demo first to make sure you can handle the gameplay mechanics).
  • Some of the sound effects reminded me of Mario and took me out of the treasure hunter feeling.
  • When flipping the entire level, it is extremely easy to lose your location and losing your location is dangerous when there are 3 boulders rolling around.

Optional

  • The game is a puzzle game, and is pretty difficult as you get higher up in the levels (especially if you want to get good times for the leaderboards and get every single idol). This can be a Pro or a Con depending on the skill level of the player, and whether they like a challenge or not.

Source
Lazy Raiders Website

!! COMPETITION TIME !!

Sarbakan has been gracious enough to supply an extra Lazy Raiders code for us to give to our readers. Leave a comment telling us why this game looks interesting to you for a chance to win. Once we get 20 to 30 comments we will pick a random winner and email him or her the code. Make sure your email is valid so we can send it to you.

Super Street Fighter Pre-Order Items Confirmed

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We have some great news for Super Street Fighter IV fans.  Earlier today Capcom Europe twittered the following :

“Super Street Fighter Pre-Order Items Confirmed – See Attached.”

Clicking on the link revealed some super cool pre-order goodies check them out below

Now there is not much details apart from whats written above.  But we can see there are 4 SUPER COOL iPhone covers.  I have an iPhone !! I love Street Fighter !!! I WANT ONE … well I want all of them if possible 😉  We next have unlockable or alternate costumes which would be provided to you via unlock codes, this is always good as it makes playing with your favourite character even more enjoyable.  Finally we have limited edition t-shirts.  Now these are big time collector items.  Only 2 of 4 are shown which are RYU’s Gee and Guiles Army uniform.  I’m betting that the other two would be Chun-Li’s uniform and possibly Ken’s red Gee.  But who knows we might be Blanka’s hairy chest or Sagats torso with his scar… Who knows but these cool little pre-order goodies are great.

Only problem is we don’t have much else to work with.  We’ll do our best to keep you in formed as best we can once we find out more information.  Best best is check back tomorrow and once we got the information rush down to probably Gamestop or the Capcom Online store and pre-order Super Street Fighter IV straight away !!   I know i’ll be.  I want the shirt and the iPhone cover !! I’ve been waiting so long for one a decent cover for my iPhone and now I can get one as a bonus for simply Pre-ordering the best Fighting gaming on the planet … SUPER STREET FIGHTER IV !!

Let us know what you think of the pre-order goodies what do you like or dislike about them 🙂