Mass Effect 2 "Arrival" DLC out now.

The final piece of Mass Effect 2 DLC has finally launched, setting out to bridge the stories of Mass Effect 2 and 3. Based on what I have read on the forums, the DLC has been recieved fairly well. Though a lot of people say "Arrival" isn't as good as "The Lair of the Shadowbroker". Regardless, Mass Effect fans should be pleased nonetheless to start downloading.

Launch Trailer: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HPPXpikoWAo

Duke Nukem Forever: Delayed to June 14

The current reason for it being delayed is because of multiplayer bugs, and Gearbox Studios believed that they could have squashed these bugs before the next release date. They pushed it back an extra month to be 100% sure they've fixed most of the bugs.

Even though people are very impaitent nowadays, it's much better for a game to delayed later and and high quality rather than come out to early as a buggy mess. Magika would be a good example of that. Anyway, here is a fun video from Gearbox's Randy Pitchford talking about the game's delay. Enjoy :D

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ONLb0MOkuA8&feature=feedu

Magic 2012 Announced

Duels of the Planeswalkers was one of my favorite Xbox Live Arcade games that was based off the very popular card game by Wizards of the Coast, Magic the Gathering. My love for Duels of the Planeswalkers over other arcade titles would appear odd considering that there are far better Xbox Live Arcade titles like Shadow Complex and Limbo. However, I have actually never played Magic the Gathering before, and it served as an introduction into a very addicting card game. What's funny is that I swore I would never actually play the actual card game because of how much money I would have to devote, but in less than two years after the game's release,I ended up purchasing Magic cards, so I could play free for all matches until 2 o' clock in the morning. Good times.

Sad I know, but Duels of the Planeswalkers was a great game in its own right. Playing MTG in real life may not be the most balanced because either you or your opponent will have a deck that's meant to exploit some of the game's mechanics (unlimited Myr tokens anyone?), but that's not so in Duels of the Planeswalkers. All of the decks are fairly balanced against each other, and the chance to unlock cards to add to your deck made it all the more addicting. Check out the launch trailer and the details on the new archenemy mode.

Launch: http://www.ign.com/videos/2011/03/10/magic-duels-of-the-planeswalkers-2012-announcement-trailer

Archenemy: http://www.ign.com/videos/2011/03/18/magic-the-gathering-duels-2012-dev-walkthrough

Duex Ex Human Revolution - Gameplay Walkthrough

http://www.gamespot.com/pc/action/deusex3/video/6304183?tag=topslot%3Bimg%3B4

Don't get me wrong, this game has potential, but after watching the video, I wasn't really that impressed. This video showcases the multiple ways in which you could approach a game level, but is that really a big deal? Other first person games like Bioshock, Elder Oblivion, Stalker, Operation Flashpoint, and Splinter Cell Conviction provide you the option to approach a level guns blazing or with a more subtle approach. Dues Ex isn't really doing anything special based on this video, but I hope the game does well nonetheless. That and the animations weren't the most fluid I have ever seen and the game seems to be showing its age after being delayed numerous times. Come on Eidos Montreal, prove to me that this game is a day one purchase!

Mass Effect 2's "Arrival" DLC dated

As a bridge between the events of Mass Effect 2 and Mass Effect 3 (which is currently slated to arrive this holiday 2011), a new piece of downloadable content is arriving on Xbox 360, PC, and Playstation Network for $7 or 560 microsoft points if you are an Xbox 360 owner.

In "Arrival", Commander Shepard is sent to the edge of the galaxy to rescue an undercover operative who may have vital information about the impending invasion of an advanced race of machines known as the Reapers. The DLC will feature the returning character, Admiral Hackett, who is voiced by legendary science-fiction actor Lance Henriksen (Alien, Terminator).

“All year, we have been extremely honored and humbled by the reception we have received for Mass Effect 2 from players around the world, including our post release DLC”, said Casey Hudson, Executive Producer, Mass Effect series. “Mass Effect: Arrival is an exciting extension to Mass Effect 2 and will show players just how close the Reapers are to returning and completing their deadly harvest.”

LA Noire Gameplay Video

Rockstar has a knack for publishing fantastic games, and L.A. Noire looks like it isn't going to disappoint. Unlike Rockstar's renowned Grand Theft Auto franchise, you are operating on the side of the law as you use critical thinking and detective skills to uncover the crimes and cases of 1947 Los Angeles. To learn more, check out this link! This game has two new cool innovations, one is that the game utilizes motion reading technology to simulate facial expressions which are expressed by characters in the game, and the second innovation is that the game isn't just about shooting or solving a typical puzzle, but actually investigating a case, uncovering clues, and interrogating subjects. This is not your typical action adventure game, and people should keep this game under their radar.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jeYym1U226M

Batman: Arkham City Gameplay Trailer

Batman: Arkham City is the successor to Rocksteady's Batman: Arkham Asylum, a game which came out in August, 2009. The game was somewhat of an open world sandbox because the player was free to roam through parts of the Asylum when they were unlocked, but as I can tell so far, Arkham City will be far likely to steer gamers down a linear path. Some of the improvements made to the game are additional combat features, open world gameplay, and more. Check out this amazing trailer!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-V1ZF5cNYCs

Battlefield 2 Gameplayer Trailer: Avoiding the Sniper

I have been a fan of the Battlefield franchise ever since Battlefield 2 came out in 2004. After playing through Battlefield 2142, 1943, Bad Company and Bad Company 2, I still felt myself wanting more. This is especially true for PC gamers, as Battlefield has cut it's player count from 64 players (in BF2) to 32 players. True, simulating higher-end graphics results in compromise, but PC gamers will be happy to know that they will be able to participate in those epic 64 battles again. As for console gamers, they still have something worth looking forward to. Now watch this latest gameplay trailer.

http://www.youtube.com/user/machinima?blend=2&ob=4#p/c/6656FE6D5A4D6973/4/Z02p7ej1Dew









http://www.youtube.com/user/machinima?blend=2&ob=4#p/c/6656FE6D5A4D6973/4/Z02p7ej1Dew