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E3 2009: The flops, weaks spots and not-so-hots
E3 2009 was pretty successful. We saw some interesting games, a new PSP incarnation and quite a few extra peripherals. For the most part, a very productive couple of days. But, there were a few stains upon an otherwise spotless event. Yes, I’m talking about the flops. The moments when those watching the keynotes, events or reports had to sit back and wonder what the companies could possibly be thinking. You look at the announcements…
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E3 2009: Best of the PS3
Gamertell takes a look at the best PS3-related announcments of E3 2009 including Assassin’s Creed 2, the magic wand controller, Uncharted 2 and more…
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E3 2009: Stage a DanceDanceRevolution on every console soon
Konami’s announced at E3 a new DDR game for all four consoles. PS3 and Xbox 360 versions can download 150 classic DDR songs and have an Octo-Move Mode with 8 arrows. The Wii version uses the dancepad, Wii Remote and Wii Balance Board.
E3 2009: The Tony Hawk: Ride wireless skateboard controller
Announced by Tony Hawk at the Microsoft press conference, the wireless skateboard controller is smaller than a standard skate deck and “full of technology.” Thanks to two internal accelerometers and four infrared sensors (two on each side), it will recognize foot placement for tricks, hand movement for grabs and recognize… Continue Reading »
E3 2009: The three-way fight for ultimate motion control in games
The press conferences for the Big Three - Sony, Nintendo and Microsoft - put at least partial rest to months of speculation, rumors and artist renderings of supposed motion control devices being released by each company. The good news is that all three were able to perform live demonstrations of… Continue Reading »
E3 2009: Microsoft wants to make you the controller with Project Natal
During Microsoft’s E3 2009-launching press conference, IEB VP Don, Mattrick started the Project Natal presentation quite simply: “People ask me, can we add a motion controller. I tell them of course we can. Can we make you the controller? We can.” Dropping wires and even the need for an object… Continue Reading »
E3 2009: Sony’s PS3 motion controller
In a three-way battle for wireless, motion-controlled gaming, Sony threw its prototype in the ring at its E3 2009 press conference (June 2, 2009), The controller’s prototype looked like a wand with a glowing ball on the end that works in conjunction with Sony’s latest game system camera, the PlayStation… Continue Reading »
E3 2009: More about Red Steel 2 (with photos)
One of the big games highlighted by both Ubisoft and Nintendo at this year’s E3 was Red Steel 2, a sequel to the Wii launch title Red Steel. A Wii exclusive, it’s a first-person-action-game where you wield a sword and pistol, blocking bullets with your katana, hacking and slashing opponents… Continue Reading »
E3 2009: More on the WiiMotionPlus (with photos)
Nintendo made a lot of mention of the upcoming WiiMotionPlus controller. Meant to replace the WiiMote, Red Steel 2 will be the first game to use on the WiiMotionPlus and they will be bundled together. The WiiMotionPlus appears to be a combination skin and attachment, covering the back of the… Continue Reading »
E3 2009: Recap of Ubisoft’s press conference
They sure dragged that one out. Ubisoft’s press conference lasted two hours with a lot of talking, a couple big-name celebrities and very little actual game footage. The focus was on what they liked to call “confluence,” bringing games together with other media including movies, the WiiMotionPlus, the wireless skate… Continue Reading »
About Friggin Time: Komodo Adapter will let you use old controllers with your Wii (updated)
A press release sent by Innex today (May 14, 2009) announced the upcoming release of the Komodo Adapter, a “3-in-1 Virtual Retro Adaptor that allows gamers to connect NES, SNES, and N64 controllers directly to the Nintendo Wii video game console.” Now you can put your old controllers back in… Continue Reading »
Activision explodes with four music game announcements
Activision should consider changing its company name to something like Guitar Hero Incorporated, because that seems to be the company’s main focus lately. Don’t believe me? Consider the latest announcement. Guitar Hero 5, Guitar Hero: Van Halen, DJ Hero and Band Hero are all coming to a console near you.… Continue Reading »
Exclusive Preview: Gamepark’s GP2X Wiz handheld game system
Korean company Gamepark Holdings Co., Ltd., has released the GP2X Wiz handheld game system and… what, you though Nintendo’s DSi was the only new handheld on the block? The Wiz will be offered early May 2009 in the US through various web sites - although it is available now on… Continue Reading »
Important Importables
Jenni Lada brings us information about all of the groovy new gaming imports from around the world.
