Details from the latest issue of GameInformer have hit the web, revealing that players assume the role of the first Big Daddy in BioShock 2. The genetically-enhanced lifeform will come equipped with both a drill and rivet gun, just like in the original game. Also, players will still be able to utilize plasmids. To sum up, you apparently play as […]

Ubisoft and Midway jointly announced today that Vin Diesel-starring car thriller Wheelman has reached gold status, further confirming said title is on-track for a March 24 launch date in North America. A European release will follow on March 27. In Wheelman, players take on the role of an undercover Vin Diesel as he infiltrates the crime underworld of Barcelona in […]

The central theme of week five in Sony’s Spring Fever initiative on the PlayStation Store is variety, and lots of it. In terms of full game downloads, there’s a whole bunch of content up on the store this week, including Red Baron Arcade, BUZZ! Junior: Jungle Party and Astro Tripper. Moving over to the demo front, Wheelman, The Chronicles of […]

Electronic Arts releases the first screenshots from its movie tie-in based on the popular G.I. Joe franchise. The screens feature a whole lot of Snake Eyes, which isn’t a surprise, considering he’s one of the more popular characters among fans. Must say the environments depicted here are a bit on the bland side, but maybe it’s just me. See the […]

Namco Bandai’s decision to cut ties with independent studio Bottlerocket over the development of action-horror title Splatterhouse was prompted by “performance issues,” company boss Makoto Iwai revealed today. So, basically, the only reason why publishers pull the project out from the developer is when the developer isn’t really meeting the requirements. So, unfortunately, this was the case. I have to […]

Following a string of rumors and speculation last week, publisher EA has formally unveiled Army of Two: The 40th Day. The sequel, which is being handled by EA Montreal, sees the return of mercenary agents Salem and Rios. Set in the fictional warzone of Shanghai, China, Salem and Rios find themselves thrust in a city under siege. Players will need […]

Rockstar Games just sent along a note confirming that the release of its South Central DLC pack for street racer Midnight Club: Los Angeles has been slightly delayed. The content is now scheduled to be available on March 19. As revealed in the initial announcement, the DLC will come in two varieties, the first of which is a free expansion […]

Evidence that a sequel to 2008’s Turok reboot was in development has cropped up on the online portfolio of designer Garrett Knights. Knights served as a UI architect on Turok and apparently, was working various designs for a follow-up, if the concept screenshots depicted here are any indication. It was previously rumored that a sequel was in development, but later […]

After more than a year following the initial announcement, publisher Capcom has gone live with the official site for its Unreal Engine 3 powered sci-fi shooter Dark Void. Along with it comes a very brief trailer, clocking in at around 30 seconds. Judging from the above clip, the game’s premise is centered around a conflict split between two separate worlds […]

California-based developer and Ratchet & Clank franchise creator Insomniac Games has confirmed its plans to stand behind the PlayStation 3. As part of a press release sent out this morning, it was revealed the studio’s next major title will be exclusive to the PS3 platform. Naturally, no details on this title were revealed, but at least we now know it’s […]

EA has confirmed that a playable demo of Fight Night Round 4 will be distributed ahead of the game’s retail release date. As part of a joint partnership with GameStop, those who pre-order the game either in-store or online will receive “early access” to said demo.

In a post addressing PSN sign-out issues folks have been experiencing with Supersonic Acrobatic Rocket-Powered Battle-Cars, Psyonix Studios developer Corey David let slip that firmware 2.7 is in the works and is expected to be released later this month. As David is no doubt under NDA, he couldn’t go as far to mention any specific details regarding the update, but […]

Last month, Sony announced that worldwide PSN accounts hit the 20 million mark – an impressive feat no doubt. What is Microsoft’s take on the milestone? They aren’t buying it. Xbox UK boss Steve McGill calls the figures questionable: When we talk about our numbers we feel they’re active users who are actively engaged in all the forms of entertainment […]

With hype rapidly building for EA’s announcement on March 12, details are already starting to leak out on the Army of Two sequel, which is the supposed mystery game. A anonymous source tells blog site Joystiq that the sequel will carry the subtitle “The 40th Day.” Makes sense, as it jives with the mention of Army of Two: TFD found […]

LucasArts announced today it has renewed its publishing contract with Activision Blizzard for titles released in Europe, Australia and South-East Asia. The renewal follows a bevy of successful debuts over the past year, the most notable being Star Wars: The Force Unleashed, which sold over 5.7 million worldwide thus far. We made the decision based upon Activision’s proven track record […]

By way of a GI.biz report, word comes that Darkworks has exited development on Ubisoft’s survival title I Am Alive. Helmed by Jade Raymond of Assassin’s Creed fame, the project was initially announced back in late 2008, then as a result of needing additional development time, was later delayed until financial year ending March 2010. Work on the title has […]

Marking week four of Sony’s Spring Fever campaign, this Thursday’s PlayStation Store update continues the Watchmen hype with the release of Watchmen: The End is Nigh on PSN, both in full and demo flavors. On the not-so solitary add-on content front, the Burnout Paradise Toy Pack is available, as is the Epilogue chapter for Prince of Persia. Other notables this […]

Although widespread attention is focused on Street Fighter IV at the moment, Capcom hasn’t forgotten about the perpetually titled PS3 and 360 brawler Street Fighter II Turbo HD Remix. Game producer Rey Jimenez breaks word that a maintenance-centric patch is in the works. The extensive changelog covers several bug fixes on both platforms, all of which are outlined below:

If you recall, EA announced its plans yesterday to unveil a new game in development on March 12. Today, EA launched an all-new teaser page on the Army of Two website for what appears to be a sequel to the original co-op focused hit. Seems to be more than a mere coincidence, no? Hidden inside the page HTML source is […]

Konami today announced a release date for the third Metal Gear Online expansion: March 17. In addition to the confirmation of a firm date, new details regarding the content inside this pack have been revealed. With the purchase of the $9.99 expansion, players will be able to don all-new gear, ranging from bikini outfits to a hockey mask. And yes, […]