SONY has stepped up the fight for the living room by announcing the PlayTV for Australia.
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The PlayTV system lets PlayStation 3 users record TV on their console, turning it into a personal video recorder similar toTiVo or Foxtel IQ.
The system consists of a small black box with twin HD TV tuners and a custom electronic program guide for the PS3.
Play TV can pause and rewind live TV as well as record one channel while the user watches another, plays a game, or watches a DVD.
It also lets users access their recorded shows wirelessly using a PlayStation Portable or a Sony Ericsson Aino phone.
Sony made the announcement as the PS3 goes head-to-head with rival console, Microsoft’s Xbox 360, for the home entertainment market with more features that go beyond video games.
Microsoft will start rolling out new features including Facebook and Twitter integration later this month, followed by online HD movie rentals. (Check out preview video here regarding this)
The PlayTV will be sold for $169.95 from November 26th.
The 1988 TurboGrafx-CD port of the original Street Fighter is now available on the Wii’s Virtual Console for 800 Wii points.
A port of the arcade version of STREET FIGHTER, the legendary fighting game that started it all. Players control RYU or KEN and battle against unique fighters from all over the world. The first fighter to knock out an opponent and win two rounds is the winner. Power up your attack to three different levels – the longer you hold a button, the stronger your attack. Input commands to perform special attacks and deal serious damage to your opponent. Combine your normal and special attacks effectively to fight your way to victory.
Capcom-Unity are giving 2 lucky peeps a chance to win TWO Marvel Vs. Capcom Vinyls. Have a read below and then make your way over to Capcom-Unity to enter !!
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Not only do we have TWO Marvel Vs. Capcom 2 vinyls to give away, but we also have brand new art to celebrate the release of the latest MVC2 patch. Feel free to download it and save it as your desktop wallpaper, because we care!
To win one of these shiny vinyls, just let us know who your favorite MVC2 character is and why! We’ll randomly select two winners next Wednesday!
I have gone through a brief 10 min run down of Episodes From Liberty City in the video review below. But as your all aware, you cannot review or go through everything in 10 mins especially for an epic game as Grand Theft Auto. Check out the video review below first then continue reading :
The Video review does go through some important features and facts about Episodes of Liberty City and I have focused mainly on The Ballad Of Gay Tony.
Bear in mind when you do purchase the retail version of Grand Theft Auto : Episodes From Liberty City you get both The Lost and Damned & The Ballad of Gay Tony.
I do run through this in detail on the video.
Both episodes are also available to also purchase via Xbox Live Marketplace and can be downloaded directly to your Xbox 360 hard drive.
This review will not cover anything from The Lost and Damned. I will be discussing and reviewing mainly The Ballad Of Gay Tony.
The Ballad of Gay Tony is the second episode in the Grand Theft Auto saga and completes the epic story that Rockstar Games started with Grand Theft Auto IV and Niko.
In Ballad of Gay Tony the focus is Liberty City’s nightlife, where everyone and everything is available for a price. This time around you play as Luis Lopez, a personal bodyguard, business partner and good friend to Tony Prince AKA Gay Tony. Tony has been the king of Liberty City Nightlife for the past 10 years. He runs the hottest lounge, Maisonette 9 and one of the most famous Gay Club, Hercules. Now not everything is as it seems. I might be from the outside but on the inside there is some serious money problems. Tony in trouble and that is where Luis(you) step in to sort things out.
Pretty much right off the bat Luis is in the middle of the action and can access the entire city. By now most of you reading this should have already played Grand Theft Auto IV or Lost and Damned. The is no need to go through any basics. The game however will give you a rundown on what you can do and what you need to do in a given situation. For example when you get into the car for the first time, you will get a brief intro on how to drive, accelerate and brake ect. Back in the safe house you will be shown where to sleep, change your clothes etc. ( I have covered this in the video review as well) AND also watch some really cool new TV shows. Princess Robot Bubblegum is brilliant. I truely hope that Rockstar Games branches out Princess Robot and releases more episodes. I can’t count how many times I’ve watched the episode. The idea’s and storyline are brilliant !! It’s got that sick humor that I personally love and can totally relate to, each little joke is well thought out and executed to perfection. Do bear in mind that Princess Robot Bubblegum is targeted to adults. So try and keep the children and people with heart conditions away when your watching it 🙂
I will not disclose any story related spoilers in this review. However I will discuss some of the extra features that are available in The Ballad of Gay Tony.
As Luis is Gay Tony’s business partner he will be working, managing and sometimes having to get his hands dirty at the clubs. Ensuring that everything is running smoothing is of the utmost importance. such examples of day to day life of Club Management will be ensuring the club is free of any drug dealers, perverts and degenerates. Luis will also have deal with celebrities some tasks are quite enjoyable to do, one such example is helping a closeted rapper avoid getting happy snapped by the paparazzi after a big night over at the Gay club Hercules. There are many more but I’m not going to spoil it for anyone. You’ll have to see for yourself.
Luis also can help his friends Henrique and Armando to sell and rip off drug dealers around the city. Meeting up with his friends will then allow you to crash deals, find drug stashes or intercept shipments. It’s a risky business and you have to make sure you don’t caught or even worse killed attempting these style of missions. But hey its GTA !! Live a little 😉
Discussed in the video review Luis can get up to a fair bit of action and fun at Maisonette 9, he can dance and impress the pretty ladies, and then after impressing them enough he could take his relation with them to the next level, after exchanging cell phone numbers Luis will be able to do what every proud male in the Liberty City takes pride in. And that’s make BOOTY CALLS.
Other activities in the lounge include drinking at the bar and my personal favourite the Champagne Drinking game. Making your way up to the VIP area, you can get to challenge someone, chug and spray !! chug and spray !! but don’t throw up or even worse black out like a sissy !! It’s great fun and a nice break from the action.
Another new feature introduced is the Base Jumping challenges. Scattered around Liberty city are certain points marked for base jumping. Here Luis will be able to for example jump off a building, out of a chopper, or off a ramp and hit either a moving or stationary target When jumping off a building or out of a chopper you will using a parachute. This is VERY cool and can also be played in multiplayer WITH FRIENDS. Everyone can jump off a building together imagine the mayhem in that. And then add to that multiplayer action with someone in a chopper attempting to use the blades to cut your parachute ropes to send you plummeting down to your DOOM !! WAY COOL
If Base Jumping is a little too stressful then how about hitting a few balls around at the Liberty City driving range. Here Luis can take on his friends or punters. But be warned, it’s not that relaxing, you also have a targets to hit. Like the flag on the pole Waaaaayyyyy way over there. With time, practice and a few screams at the TV you should be able to perfect your swing and get the job done.
Of course don’t forget the RANDOM’s (i love the randoms.. don’t you) there will be a few of them hanging around for Luis to help out. If he wants to. I would recommend doing them as most are very satisfying and it’s always great to hear stories and do extra missions along the way.
In the video review I explain a little on Multiplayer (Deathmatch) Multiplayer in the Ballad Of Gay Tony is brilliant, action is constant the variety of weapons are fantastic, the deathmatch areas are tighter so more carnage can happen. Death match supports 16 players online, and the objective is to have the most kills with the set time. Players are awarded money for each kill (also included are KILL STREAKS – kill streaks of 3, 5 and 10 gives the player heath and armour bonuses)and the player with the most at the end wins. Team Deathmatch works exactly the same but your now working as a team. The team with most money at the end of the round wins.
There are new weapons to pick up and use at your disposal. They are : Assault SMG, Explosive Shotgun, Advanced Sniper Rifle, Sticky Bombs, Pistol .44 and one more which i’ll let you all try and find out for yourselves.
The Race and GTA race checkpoint racing multiplayer is also back everything is the same BUT Rockstar games have added one very cool feature that players will absolutely love .. every vehicle now has nitrous !! This should give you that much needed edge, but use it wisely. We don’t want to be scrapping you off any walls or telegraph poles.
I urge everyone to go out there and grab a copy of Grand Theft Auto Episodes From Liberty City, the storyline is fantastic it kept me hooked right to the very end !! The action is non-stop. There is nothing I can honestly say that I didn’t enjoy. Capsule Computers gives Episodes From Liberty City (The Ballad Of Gay Tony)
Ok A little late but here we are with the final few block buster titles coming soon.
Now bear in mind these titles will not be making their way to our shelves this year, but have been scheduled to make an appearance early 2010.
Let’s start with Capcom’s SCI-FI Action Adventure game DARK VOID !!
Dark Void is an adrenalin-(Jetpack)-Fueled blend of aerial and ground pounding combat. Set in a parallel universe called “The Void” Players take on the role of Will, a pilot dropped into incredible circumstances within the mysterious Void. Will soon finds himself swept into a desperate struggle for survival, joining forces with a rebel human group called The Survivors together they take on the Voids evil inhabitants called The Watches. Do you have what it takes to save humanity ?
Pre-Order DARK VOID on the Xbox 360 or Playstation 3 and receive an exclusive Gold Jet Pack Unlock within the game
Dark Void can be yours for only $29.95 when you trade in 2 selected game titles (see in store EBGAMES for a list of eligible titles)
Dark Void will be available on the following :
Xbox 360
$109.95 (AU) RRP
Playstation 3
$109.95 (AU) RRP
PC
$109.95 (AU) RRP
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Next Title that will be making its way to the Playstation 3 & Xbox 360 is the highly anticipated EA title :
DARKSIDERS : Wrath Of War
Deceived by the forces of evil into prematurely bringing about the end of the world. War – the first Horseman of the Apocalypse stands accused of breaking the sacred law by inciting a war between Heaven and Hell. Dishonored and stripped of his powers, War must return to Earth and seach for the truth and punish those responsible. Will War be able to handle this task on his own ? With your help I think he might be able to do so.
Pick up Darksiders for only $19.95 when you trade in 2 select games (see in store EBGAMES for list of eligible titles).
Dark Siders will be available for the Xbox 360 & PS3 for the following price :
Xbox 360
$99.95 (AU) RRP
Playstation 3
$99.95 (AU) RRP
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Next we have the talk of E3 : Ubisoft’s Splinter Cell CONVICTION
Sam Fisher is BACK and he is not taking any prisoners this time around. Ubisoft have added so many features into Splinter Cell Conviction. For example Sam has a full arsenal of cutting-edge innovations that allow him to outflank foes with the last Last Known Position System, tag and eliminate enemies usingthe Mark and Execute feature, PLUS MANY MORE !!
The Storyline is unique and will keep you on the edge of your seat, and graphically Conviction is revolutionary !! Do not miss out on this, pre-order your copy today.
You can grab Splinter Cell Conviction STD Edition for only $29.95 when you trade in 2 selected games (see store EBAGAMES, for a list of eligible titles)
Splinter Cell Conviction will be available in Standard and Collectors Edition. And if you pre-order your copy now you will recieve exclusie to EBGAMES only. A Shotgun Unlock and a Bonus Backpack (Limited time only. While stocks last)
Splinter Cell Conviction prices below :
Xbox 360
STD Edition $109.95 (AU) RRP
Collectors Edition $129.95 (AU) RRP
Playstation 3
STD Edition $109.95 (AU) RRP
Collectors Edition $129.95 (AU) RRP
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And FINALLY one of the most popular titles for the Xbox 360, BIOWARE’s SCI-FI Action/RPG hit
MASS EFFECT 2
Commander Shepard is back after successfully repelling the invading Reapers bent on destroying all organic life, a new threat has now emerged. On the fringe of known space, and are silently abducting the human colonies.
Commander Shephard must now join forces with the ruthless organization called Cerberus to stop the most terrifying threath mankind has ever faced. Embark on a mission to prove everyone wrong and put an end to to this evil new threat.
Mass Effect 2 is available for pre-order at EBGAMES. When you pre-order you will receive an exclusiseTerminus Assault Amor and M-490 Blackstorm Gun Unlock.
Mass Effect 2 prices for both the Xbox 360 and PC are :
Xbox 360
$109.95 (AU) RRP
PC
$109.95 (AU) RRP
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That’s all we have for the Blockbuster titles coming soon. Let us know what your looking forward to playing from this list or any other titles.
This next title needs no introduction to the video game world. But it’s going to get one because it TOTALLY deserves it.
CAPCOM’s Newest Survival Horror, Action Shooter on the Nintendo Wii :
RESIDENT EVIL The DARKSIDE CHRONICLES.
This title is the talk of the town especially in RACOON CITY. Help Claire, Chris & Steve overcome the ultimate evil that Umbrella and the conspiracy behind what is The Darkside Chronicles.
Resident Evil The Dark Side Chronicles is a action packed, cinematic, heart pumping, action shooter for the Nintendo Wii. Take your Nintendo Wii mote and Nunchuk in hand and turn down the lights, turn up the volume, put the kids to bed and BLAST your way through a hordes of infected zombies and monsters and experience a compelling storyline full of action, horror and suspense.
There is nothing that can compare to the pure evil that is waiting for you when you embark on your mission in Resident Evil The Darkside Chronicles.
Resident Evil DarkSide Chronicles hits EBGAMES/GAMESTOPon the 26th November. Make sure you pre-order your copy now. As shown above. Australian Customers can pre-order the collectors edition for $99.95 (AU) RRP which comes with a Wii Gun holster to place your Wii mote and Nun-Chuck for a better experience in aiming and accuracy when shooting onscreen.
The Standard Edition of Resident Evil The DarkSide Chronicles wll available for only$79.95 (AU) RRP.
Make sure you pre-order your copy now !! CLAIRE & LEON NEED YOUR HELP !!! DON’T LEAVE THEM HANGING. They can’t do this one their own
Next we have a quick and easy bargain. An exclusive to EBGAMES/GAMESTOP Xbox 360 Red/Black controller with a Play & Charge Kit for only $99.95 (AU) RRP
Grab this one as it’s only while stocks lasts. Once its gone it will probably never be back. If your a collector and love your Xbox stuff. This one shouldn’t be missed.
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This ends part 3 of the special deals. Check back in a few for the next bargain from EBGAMES/GAMESTOP
Next we have the highly anticipated sequel / follow up to the title that became the fastest selling new IP in video game history. ASSASSIN’S CREED 2 by UBISOFT.
Assassin’s Creed 2 features a new hero named Ezio Auditore Da Firenze. A young Italian noble. Set in a new ERA, The Renaissance. Assassin’s Creed 2 has only improved and moved forward from the original core game play and experience that made the first such an amazing success.
Assassin’s Creed 2 is an epic story of family, vengeance and conspiracy, set in Italy. One interesting feature of Assassin’s Creed 2 is how Ezio befriends Leonardo Da Vinci and gets to test out and play with Leonardo’s most famous creations.
There is so much to look forward to in Assassin’s Creed. This will be on most people’s wanted list.
Assassin’s Creed 2 will be available on the 19th November. Pre-Order your copy now (BLACK / WHITE & STANDARD) Editions now.
Here are some of the Deals available from EB GAMES (as mentioned in PART 1 check with your local GAMESTOP Store in your country if similar deals are available to you)
Console & Game DEAL :
Playstation Slim 250GB Hard Drive & Assassin’s Creed 2 for a fantastic Price of $599 (AU) RRP (bear in mind that these deals might not last forever, limited time only, while stocks last)
Game Deal :
You can take advantage of the TRADE in Deals once again with Assassin’s Creed 2, BLACK Edition (XBOX 360 / PS3 ) for only $29.95 when you trade any 3 select games (see in store for details of eligible titles)
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(The Black limited edition contain a swag of goodies. If your an Assassin’s Creed fan this should NOT be missed)
STD Edition : When you pre-order the STD edition you also get a BONUS Palazzo Medici Unlock. (This is exclusive only the EBGAMES)
XBOX 360 $109.95 (AU) RRP
PS3 : $109.95 (AU) RRP
WHITE Limited Edition
PS3 : $129.95 (AU) RRP
XBOX 360 : $129.95 (AU) RRP
BLACK Limited Edition
PS3 : $149.95 (AU) RRP
XBOX 360 : $149.95 (AU) RRP
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I would recommend the BLACK Edition and trade in 3 games and get everything for only $29.95 !! THAT IS A COMPLETE BARGAIN !!
This ends part 2 of the special deals. Check back in a few for the next bargain from EBGAMES/GAMESTOP
Where do we start .. This Christmas Season is going hit our back pockets, wallets, purses harder than a KEN & RYU’s Ha-Do-Ken & Sho-Ryu-Ken’s put together. With the amount of FANTASTIC BLOCKBUSTER Games scheduled for November and December. Your going to have to be a little smart and try and grab yourselves a few bargains, if you want to walk away hopefully with a PERFECT Victory.
I’ve taken the liberty to share with you all and especially all our AUSSIE readers the deals you can grab from EB GAMES in Australia. Now As you are all well aware EB GAMES is also called GAMESTOP in the US and other parts of the world. So check your local stores for what Bargains and deals they might have available.
(I’ll be posting out the bargains in parts so keep on checking)
Now .. Lets go through some of the block buster titles that will be making their way to your Consoles very soon. I’m getting GIDDY just typing this right now 😉
PART NO#1 :
Possibly the Game Of the YEAR, Infinity Ward’s First person action military shooterModern Warfare 2 due out for release on the 10th of November. Now if you can read the deals on the pic above. Let me give you a brief run down on what you can do to grab this this game.
Now if you want to upgrade your Xbox 360 to this Limited Edition Modern Warfare 2 Xbox 360 console with a 250GB HARD DISK, all you have to do is simply bring in your old XBOX 360 Elite with a 120gb hard disk and you can walk away with the Limited Edition Console, 2 FREE Games one of which is Modern Warfare 2, Forza 3 Motorsport & two Xbox 360 Controllers. All this for a LOW price of $379 (AU)
Now if you don’t want to upgrade to a new Xbox and you want Modern Warfare 2 (STD EDITION) for FREE. All you have to do is trade 3 SELECTED GAMES (see in store for a list of eligible titles) And your done. You get rid of your old games and walk away with the game of the year without even spending a single dollar. Pretty sweet deal.
Now if you don’t want to part with your old games and want to pick up Modern Warfare 2, there are 3 types available to purchase.
STD Edition :
PC : $99.99 (AU) RRP
XBOX 360 $119.95 (AU) RRP
PS3 : $119.95 (AU) RRP
HARDENED EDITION
PS3 : $129.95 (AU) RRP
XBOX 360 : $129.95 (AU) RRP
PRESTIGE EDITION (Night-VISION GOGGLES BABY !!!!)
PS3 : $199.95
XBOX 360 : $199.95
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Reports of the Prestige edition at this state in AUSTRALIA, have sold out. But I would recommend going in and checking to see if it’s still available for PRE-ORDER.
This ends part 1 of the special deals. Check back in a few for the next bargain from EBGAMES/GAMESTOP
Yesterday was a break day. We didn’t speak about games… too much 😉
We did however run a cool Sea World on the Gold Coast competition. 3 Lucky winners chosen at Random have won themselves something really cute and cuddly from Sea World.
Congratulations to the 3 lucky winners. Everyone else that also entered, keep on following and checking Capsule Computers every day as we will be doing a really cool Twitter comp in the next week.
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