Square Enix has issued an update to the official Final Fantasy XIII website, revealing cast member Sazh Katzroy and his Chocobo companion. Naturally, the website is written entirely in Japanese and as such it is still unclear as to what role he will play in the story, but it is sure to be a prominent one. Final Fantasy XIII is […]
Update: Firmware 2.60 for PS3 is now available, check Network Update or download it manually by clicking this link. After issuing a decidedly underwhelming PSP firmware update last night, Sony announced today that a new firmware is due out for PS3 owners soon. Designed primarily to extend the PS3’s already-robust media capabilities, firmware 2.6 will include support for DivX 3.11 […]
At the moment, Sony is in last place on the console hardware front, but their cocky attitude towards the competition remains. Speaking in the latest issue of Official PlayStation Magazine, Sony Computer Entertainment head Kaz Hirai plays down the success of Xbox 360, asserting that Microsoft consoles lack longevity and that he expects the PS3’s install base to surpass that […]
Sony announced today that Flower, the latest effort from indie developer thatgamecompany, will hit the PlayStation Store this week on February 2. Company president Kellee Santiago likens the game to a “video game version of a poem; an exploration into the tension between urban bustle and natural serenity.” Essentially, the object is to collect flower petals while following the direction […]
Ubisoft today sent out five new screenshots from its upcoming combat fight sim Tom Clancy’s HAWX, showcasing the game’s four-player co-op aspect. Developed by Ubisoft Romania, Tom Clancy’s HAWX is due out later this year on Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3. Tom Clancy’s HAWX Screenshots
Okay, it’s fairly obvious that Square Enix just loves teasing fans. Even though a Final Fantasy VII remake is – apparently – out of the question right now, they have announced a limited edition FF VII-themed PS3. Exclusive to the Japanese market, no less. Dubbed “Cloud Black,” this unit features a stylish emblem engraved on the top side and comes […]
Yes, PS3 owners, you haven’t been forgotten. As promised, Capcom is bringing that Resident Evil 5 demo over to PSN. The company’s European division sent word today that said demo will be available on the PlayStation Store come February 2. We’d assume this is a worldwide date, but if not, we’ll update when Capcom U.S.A. makes their announcement later today. […]
In collaboration with Yahoo, Ubisoft has launched a sweepstakes to celebrate the arrival of Prince of Persia. Up for grabs is a full-paid ticket to Montreal, Canada, complete with a backstage pass to Ubisoft’s resident studio, the home of hits such as Assassin’s Creed and Splinter Cell. Additionally, the winner will be accommodated with three nights at a five-star luxury […]
In a stunning display of fan service, Capcom has dropped details on the Resident Evil 5 Collector’s Edition for North America. Priced at $89.99, it features a Tricell notebook bag, along with the game itself and bonus DVD enclosed in a steel book case. Other goodies include a Chris Redfield figurine, a Kijuju necklace and BSAA emblem. For the price, […]
Publisher Warner Bros. sent word today that a playable demo of Monolith-developed FPS title F.E.A.R. 2: Project Origin will be released across all three platforms — PC, Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3, on January 22. Currently, the demo is exclusively available to subscribers of Sony’s Qore service. A direct sequel to the original, the full version of F.E.A.R. 2: Project […]
Apologies for dashing hopes, but if you were expecting a simultaneous or near-simultaneous release of Final Fantasy XIII across multiple regions, think again. Speaking to Reuters, Square Enix president Yoichi Wada stated that an overseas launch of the latest FF entry will take place in “April 2010 or later.” This is presumably due to the fact that two versions of […]
The NPD Group today released its software and hardware sales figures for December, with Nintendo emerging once again as the clear victor. The house of Mario shifted a staggering 3.04 million DS units in December and sold 2.15 million Wii consoles. These numbers must come as a surprise to analysts, as most expected Wii — not the DS, to break […]
Publisher Ubisoft today announced Call of Juarez: Bound in Blood, a prequel to last year’s hit action shooter Call of Juarez. Promising to take players on a bloody war-ravaged journey through a Civil War engulfed Georgia to the Wild West, Techland is once again handling development duties. A multi-platform effort, Call of Juarez: Bound in Blood will hit the PlayStation […]
In today’s market, we often see major game releases generating an upwards of $300 million and even some that surpass the half a million mark – like GTA IV – but never has a title reached the coveted $1 billion mark. Until now, that is. Guitar Hero III: Legends of Rock is the highest grossing video game title ever, generating […]
As is expected, Microsoft is staying in for the long haul this console generation. Speaking to Mercury News, Xbox president Robbie Bach stated that he fully expects the life cycle of the 360 as well as competing consoles PS3 and Wii to last “a little longer” than the previous. His reasoning? “[C]oming up with something that’s faster and prettier isn’t […]
Renowned Final Fantasy developer Square Enix announced today that it has entered into an distribution agreement to publish Ubisoft developed games in Japan. The move comes as a result of Square’s continued effort to gain foothold in the industry as a global video game publisher. “The global video game market is expected to maintain sustainable growth thanks to geographical expansion […]
Microsoft just announced yesterday that it was rolling out a Resident Evil 5 themed hardware bundle in Japan and of course, Sony is following suit. A special edition RE5 PS3 pack is scheduled to hit Japan on March 5, consisting of a 80GB equipped PS3, a copy of said game (obviously), and two Dual Shock 3 controllers — all for […]
After taking a break from sending out media blasts during the holidays, Capcom returns in full force this week with four all-new screenshots from the PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 version of Street Fighter IV. The images showcase series mainstay Cammy inflicting bodily harm on her opponents. Street Fighter IV is slated for a February 17 debut in North America. […]
With all the Christmas festivities kicking off, Sony decided to release this week’s round of PlayStation Store a couple days earlier than usual. And you’ll be glad they did, as there’s a whole bunch of premium content to choose from, perfect for last-minute holiday shoppers. In brief, LUMINES Supernova is now available to all PlayStation 3 owners, along with the […]
Publisher Konami today announced that the first entry in its critically-acclaimed Suikoden RPG franchise will hit PlayStation Network today, to coincide with this week’s store update. An addition to Sony’s “PSOne Classics” library of titles, Suikoden will carry a price tag of $5.99, standard for the majority of digital PSOne conversions. Quite frankly, its a steal at this price, considering […]