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Final Fantasy X/X-2 HD Remaster Trailer

Posted on March 25th, by raymond padilla in PlayStation Vita, PS3, Videogames. 5 comments

Square Enix has released the trailer for Final Fantasy X/X-2 HD Remaster. Both games will be available in a single-disc set for PlayStation 3 and available individually for PlayStation Vita. The release date is a vague “in 2013.”

I’m completely psyched for an updated version of Final Fantasy X. The game worked for me on so many levels. I loved the sphere grid system, the music was outstanding, and unlike most of my gamer friends, I found Yuna to be completely adorable. (I have a thing for women … more


PSN Gamers’ Choice 2013 Sale

Posted on February 27th, by raymond padilla in PlayStation Vita, PS3, PSA, PSP, Videogames. 2 comments

Sony Computer Entertainment America is holding a sale for the winners of the 2013 PlayStation Network Gamers’ Choice Awards. There are some fantastic games available at great prices, especially if you’re a PlayStation Plus member. Here’s a sampling of what can be nabbed by you bargain hunters out there.

  • Journey: Sale Price $10.49, PS+ Price $7.34
  • The Walking Dead Season Pass: Sale Price$13.99, PS+ Price $9.79
  • Assassin’s Creed III: Sale Price $49.99, PS+ Price $34.99
  • Gravity Rush: Sale Price $24.99, PS+ Price Free

Hit the source … more


This Week’s Videogame Releases

Posted on February 4th, by raymond padilla in Game Releases, Nintendo 3DS, PlayStation Vita, PS3, Videogames, Xbox 360. No Comments

There are a bunch of videogame goodies available for your consumption this week. Sly Cooper makes his long-awaited return in Sly Cooper: Thieves in Time. As a mark for the series and the character, I’m really looking forward to that one. Dead Space 3 has some fans excited, though others are concerned about the latest installment being more about action than survival-horror. 3DS fans looking for a good RPG should be pleased as punch with Fire Emblem Awakening. Last, but not least, is a game that’s perfect for … more


NPD Group’s Top 10 Games of 2012

Posted on January 14th, by raymond padilla in Nintendo 3DS, PlayStation Vita, PS3, Videogames, Wii U, Xbox 360. 3 comments

After 12 months of heated battle, the results are in! Here are the 10 best-selling videogames according to the NPD Group. This list counts for console games sold at retail in the United States.

  1. Call of Duty: Black Ops II
  2. Madden NFL 13
  3. Halo 4
  4. Assassin’s Creed III
  5. Just Dance 4
  6. NBA 2K13
  7. Borderlands 2
  8. Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3
  9. LEGO Batman 2: DC Super Heroes
  10. FIFA Soccer 13

There are several fascinating takeaways here. First, it’s awfully impressive that there are two Call of Duty games on … more


Today’s Poll: Predict the 2013 Console Business

Posted on January 3rd, by raymond padilla in Console Wars, Nintendo 3DS, PlayStation Vita, PS3, Wii U, Xbox 360. 5 comments

2012 was a rough year for the console gaming business. A lot of people believe that mobile devices and the vast improvement in the quality of mobile games are the key reasons for the decline in console game sales. Others believe that the current generation is simply long in the tooth and new hardware is needed to kickstart the console business. Some believe that the three major console companies haven’t done enough with digital distribution and relying on the boxed-disc model has hurt sales. Whatever the reason, sales figures are … more


This Week’s Videogame Releases

Posted on November 18th, by raymond padilla in Game Releases, PlayStation Vita, PS3, Videogames, Wii, Wii U, Xbox 360. 3 comments

Any of you buy a Wii U? What games are you picking up for your new console? In addition to Nintendo’s major release, there are several games set to entertain you over Thanksgiving weekend. PlayStation All-Stars Battle Royale is a super-fun brawler that brings numerous iconic videogame characters together. Agent 47 makes his return in Hitman: Absolution. Fans of cartoon adventures will want to check out Rise of the Guardians, while those with a predilection for military games will want to check out History Legends of War: more


This Week’s Videogame Releases

Posted on October 30th, by raymond padilla in Game Releases, Nintendo 3DS, PlayStation Vita, PS3, Videogames, Wii, Xbox 360. 2 comments

It’s an absolutely loaded week for game releases, with heavy hitters like WWE 13 and Assassin’s Creed III hitting store shelves. The latter is accompanied by Assassin’s Creed III: Liberation, which serves as a companion quest for the PlayStation Vita. But wait, there’s more! Need For Speed: Most Wanted might have a recycled name, but it (allegedly) brings all-new racing-action to the table. Ragnarok Odyssey brings the world of the hugely popular Ragnarok Online to the Vita. A group of Konami classics gets the compilation treatment in Zone of more


PlayStation All-Stars Battle Royale Live-Action Movie

Posted on October 23rd, by raymond padilla in PlayStation Vita, PS3, Videogames. No Comments

Sony Computer Entertainment America has posted a live-action commercial for PlayStation All-Stars Battle Royale. The combatants include Kratos (God of War), Nathan Drake (Uncharted), Cole MacGrath (Infamous), and Sackboy (LittleBigPlanet). I’m a fan of live-action anything featuring Sackboy. He’s especially cute when he’s dishing out violence against larger, more menacing opponents. While Sackboy is clearly the star of the show, the other guys look great too. This is a fun and well-done bit of advertising.

Check out the spot when you … more

This Week’s Videogame Releases

Posted on October 23rd, by raymond padilla in Game Releases, PlayStation Vita, PS3, Videogames, Xbox 360. 2 comments

It’s a big week for Xbox 360 racing fans with the release of Forza Horizon, the latest installment in Microsoft’s venerable driving-game series. If shooting is more your bag then Medal of Honor: Warfighter should keep you happy. PlayStation Vita owners have a pair of new titles for great gaming on the go: Street Fighter X Tekken and Super Monkey Ball: Banana Splitz. Lastly, The Unfinished Swan is available for all PlayStation Network members this week. I really, really hope some of you guys and gals give this … more


This Week’s Videogame Releases

Posted on October 15th, by raymond padilla in Game Releases, PlayStation Vita, PS3, Videogames, Wii, Xbox 360. 1 Comment

It’s a pretty solid week for new games. Leading the way is Doom III BFG, edition. If you don’t know much about this rerelease then be sure to watch Justin’s interview above. James Bond fans will want to get ready for the upcoming Skyfall with 007 Legends. Any Vita owners out there looking for Halloween frights? If so then Silent Hill: Book of Memories will scare you good. Looking for a quirky Japanese RPG with a distinct art style? Mugen Souls is just what the doctor ordered. Lastly, … more