13 Jun 09 New video game releases for week of 6/14/09 (US)

It's all about ghosts and guitars in this week's new video game releases. Ghostbusters: The Video Game arrives for just about every platform. Amazon.com has an exclusive bundle for fans of Ghostbusters. Guitar Hero Smash Hits brings the best music tracks of the series to just about every gaming platform as well. See what new videogames are coming out for the Xbox 360, PS3, Wii, PC and DS (no new releases for the PSP this week!). This week's new videogame releases: (subject to change)

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10 Mar 09 THQ adapting Pixar’s ‘Up’ for every gaming platform ever

THQ, the unparalleled master of licensed gaming adaptations, is adding another notch to the ol' development belt. In a recent press release , the company announced its Heavy Iron Studios branch will be bringing Disney Pixar's upcoming animated film, Up , to a gaming console near you. That is, assuming you live near an Xbox 360, PS3, Wii, DS, PSP, PC or Mac. It will likely be in the same vein gameplay and quality-wise as Heavy Iron's other Pixar projects, Ratatouille and Wall-E . Acco

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05 Mar 09 PSLS Zuma Review

Zuma is the second game released onto PSN from Pop Cap games. Zuma is a puzzle game that has been on every type of gaming platform from PC to mobile phones to the Xbox 360. It has been a smash hit on all these other platforms, so how does it hold up in comparisons?

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03 Feb 09 Feature: The economy of piracy: How game publishers are killing the PC

(Credit: Craig Simms) OPINION | For as long as I can remember, the media has talked about the death of the PC as a gaming platform. The latest hot console comes out with comparable graphics, and the doomsayers dust off their placards and start chanting. The arguments have always been purely technical: the games look and sound better - or at least are close enough to the PC at a fraction of the cost. Then the PC gets its regular upgrade, the latest killer title, and PC owners pick up their m

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19 Jan 09 N-gage’s connection to the Xbox 360

One is a console platform that people buy a lot and hate a lot as well. Another is a mobile gaming platform that many don’t even know about, but still might have in their pockets. The two gaming platforms came together recently with the release of the January edition of the official Xbox magazine.

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26 Dec 08 [Feature] Why the Xbox “NXE” update was ruined for m

The latest Xbox 360 system update went live recently. I love it, it’s great. It’s opened up a world of possibilities for the Xbox 360 when you look at it in regards to a social gaming platform. But I really feel underwhelmed about it all. Why? Because none of it is a “new experience” to me. I feel as if I have seen it all before. Microsoft had cons

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24 Dec 08 PlayStation 3 to Cost Less to Produce?

We all know that getting a Wii or an Xbox is cheaper than purchasing a PS3. Why is that? Well Sony’s jewel costs $448.73 to produce and its most expensive setup is sold at $399. Which means Sony is hardly making any money off the gaming platform. And they weren’t making any money in the past either. Back when a PS3 was sold at $599 the building build for one PS3 rose as high as $840. Should Sony focus on a new generation? Should they get some spies inside that Nintendo building? Nintendo is c

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24 Dec 08 iControlPad Ready for Production

Have you discovered the gaming potential of the iPhone or the iPod touch? Both devices can be used for playing quite a few games on the go, but what they both lack is the actual physical inputs very much needed to turn any device into a gaming platform. The iControlPad is a case with buttons on it. You know, exactly the inputs we require to play games on the iPhone. The pictures shows the final prototype which was sent to production. There are no news about the actual price and the availabili

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22 Dec 08 Graphics Comparison: PC vs XBox 360 vs PS3

Here is a comparison between a PC (GeForce GTX 280 + quad-core Intel Core 2 CPU), a XBox 360 and a Playstation 3. The following games have been used: Fallout 3, Dead Space, Call of Duty: World at War and Grand Theft Auto IV. From this test, the PC is definitely the best gaming platform as you can see on all screenshots: high resolution, high quality textures, lighting, etc. Call of Duty: World at War: CoD: PC version. CoD: XBox 360 version. CoD: PS3 version. Grand Theft Auto

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20 Dec 08 Eyeing the Phone: Aurora Feint

tau Hideo Kojima is on board. John Carmack is on board. Yoot Saito is on board. And though many will note his historic opposition to gaming, Steve Jobs himself is on board too. What do these individuals and companies like Electronic Arts, Sega, Gameloft, Namco Bandai, Konami and more have in common? The notion that with a skyrocketing installbase and a collection of intriguing new technology, the Apple iPhone/iPod Touch is becoming a valid handheld gaming platform — and one that just might be

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15 Dec 08 What Makes the Xbox 360 Such a Great Choice For a Video Game Console

What Makes the Xbox 360 Such a Great Choice For a Video Game Console
By Zak Mann

Just playing the Xbox 360 will be enough to show you what makes the Xbox 360 such a great choice for the discriminating gamer. Its state of the art features have to be experienced to be fully appreciated.

When Microsoft designed the Xbox 360, their goal was to offer a gaming platform which would allow each player to have a unique experience, rather than simply to beat the game. With Xbox 360 games each player’s playing style and the decisions they make in the course of a game influence the way the game plays out. The player becomes the center of the experience instead of the game.

To go along with its unique approach to gaming, this video game console has raised the bar in console gaming with surround-sound audio and high-definition video. You don’t need to have HDTV to benefit from the rich graphics. But if you do have it, get ready for an experience that far surpasses what any other console offers.

With online competition a major piece in future video game development, you can’t go wrong with Xbox 360. Since Microsoft has their name on this system, you know that they take pride in offering an unmatched online service.

There are two versions of Xbox Live. With Silver, you can download trailers, demos, Xbox Live Arcade games, and chat with friends. The Gold version also allows you to compete online with other gamers. Xbox Live lets you use one nickname for every game, and keep a list of your favorite gaming competitors.

And if that’s not enough to convince you about what makes the Xbox 360 such a great choice, consider that you have access to upwards of 1000 game titles. You can also play certain games from the original Xbox series, as well as viewing DVD movies.

Article by Zak Mann. Zak is the owner of http://www.videogameconsoles.ca and an avid video game enthusiast.

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03 Dec 08 Where to Get Free Xbox Live Codes

Where to Get Free Xbox Live Codes
By Peter Garant

The only thing better than Xbox is Xbox Live, as it gives you the opportunity to play with your buddies -and complete strangers - from all over the world. Whether you are in the mood for sports, racing or shoot em ups, you can play anytime, anywhere.

Xbox Live comes in two flavors, Silver and Gold, but regardless of which you choose, you can integrate it with Windows Live Messenger. This opens the door to more fun, as you get to use avatars, create a profile, record all your gaming achievements, use video chat and more.

All this comes at a price, of course; to get the most form Xbox Live, you need to have a DSL line. You also have to pay for Xbox Live, but there are ways you can get it for free.

1. Trial Cards

The easiest way is to get the Free Trial Card. With the card, you will be able to open an account, and play Xbox Live without charge for eight weeks or so. They are available from a variety of web sites.

2. Free Game Trials

Several Xbox games, such as Star Wars Battlefront and Kingdom Under Fire: Heroes, come with free codes that allow you to play Xbox Live at no charge for two months.

These are not just limited to Xbox games you can buy at the stores, but there are also some downloadable games on the Net that come with these trial codes.

3. Freebies

Whether it is a promo from an online gaming magazine or a freebie from a game, there are always free Xbox Live codes. Just keep your eye and ears open, especially on game sites that are coming out with a new product for the gaming platform.

4. Go to Microsoft’s website

Every so often Microsoft offers promotions for Xbox, and a lot of times this involves giving people the chance to play it without any charge for certain periods. As the creators of Xbox, it pays to visit their site, as any new announcements or freebies will be posted there.

Usually, the best time to expect free time on Xbox Live is when there is a gaming event taking place (such as the launching of a new game). there will usually be a tie up with Microsoft and the promo may include free codes.

5. Websites

Among the most popular sources of free Xbox Live trial codes are gaming websites. The process for getting these codes will vary from site to site, but generally they follow this pattern.

The first is to take part in a survey question, and then fill out a form and register on their site. After completing the registration form, you will be able to log on to Xbox Live. A screen or dialog box will come up, called either Promo Guide or Prepaid Card. Follow the instructions, and you will be able to play.

There are several Internet web sites that provide these codes: these include, but are not limited to, Invision Free Site 1, Invision Free Site 2, Xbox, Xbox Free Zones, Free Zone Rewards, Team Box Forum, Gaming Lagoon, Xbox, Box Deal and many more.

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