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Dust 514

 

Published 28 hours ago at Computer And Video Games

Adam and EVE it. EVE Online is serious business for a serious number of players so devs CCP are treating Dust's place in their universe with care. Every war fought on Dust's battlefields will impact on the EVE universe, affecting trade, politics, ...

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Free Uncharted 2 DLC confirmed for UK

 

Published 28 hours ago at Computer And Video Games

Thanksgiving treats including free MP level also coming to UK, Sony confirms. The free Uncharted 2 downloadable content being unleashed on the US PSN today is also being released in UK too, Sony has just confirmed to CVG. Click here to read the ...

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Darksiders video shows War's weapons

 

Published 28 hours ago at Computer And Video Games

Guts get sliced open. Here's some gameplay footage of a big hooded man using a giant sword to slice massive monsters in half. It's THQ's Darksiders and it's looking like fairly decent punt at a God of War-style action game. Click here to read ...

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Splinter Cell Conviction has co-op, "new mode"

 

Published 29 hours ago at Computer And Video Games

Reveal planned next month, says PC Zone. The first concrete details on Splinter Cell Conviction's multiplayer mode are in, via the back page of the latest issue of PC Zone magazine. Click here to read the full article

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LittleBigPlanet: "Biggest update ever" dated

 

Published 29 hours ago at Computer And Video Games

Free update adds online Create mode, increased profile space. Media Molecule will throw out what it's calling "biggest game update EVER" for LittleBigPlanet on November 30 which, most importantly, will add the option to create levels with other ...

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Call of Duty series tops 55 million sales

 

Published 30 hours ago at Computer And Video Games

Activision's FPS franchise rakes in $3 billion since 2003. The Call Of Duty franchise has surpassed 55 million unit sales since debuting in 2003, generating over $3 billion at retail. Click here to read the full article

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BioWare: PS3 "a key platform"

 

Published 30 hours ago at Computer And Video Games

Focusing more on PS3, but Mass Effect conversion is "crazy talk". BioWare is to place greater focus on PS3 going forward, with a pledge to handle all PS3 development in-house, says studio co-founder Greg Zeschuk. Click here to read the full article

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Win! Home cinema system and American Pie

 

Published 31 hours ago at Computer And Video Games

Competition: Own every slice. To celebrate the release of American Pie Presents: The Book of Love on Dec 7, we're giving away a home cinema system and every single American Pie film on DVD. All of them. Click here to read the full article

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Microsoft: Natal represents a giant leap for TV

 

Published 31 hours ago at Computer And Video Games

Natal has the potential to replace remote controls, says Live boss. Marc Whitten, general manager of Xbox Live, expects Project Natal to "be the largest leap of TV experience since the remote control". Click here to read the full article

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ONM: "The worst Wii game ever"

 

Published 32 hours ago at Computer And Video Games

Official Nintendo mag awards worst review score ever to... ...Bethesda's futuristic racer, Wheelspin, with a boot-up-the-arse 11% score. That's the lowest rating the mag's ever given to a Wii game, beating previous record holder, Hotel for Dogs, ...

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PS3 video store update

 

Published 33 hours ago at Computer And Video Games

Terminator Salvation added, Transformers free to new PSN subs. Sony has updated the PS3 Video Download Service with some some new flicks to keep you happy over the weekend. Click here to read the full article

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Okamiden gameplay trailer

 

Published 33 hours ago at Computer And Video Games

See touch screen Okami action. Below is a sweet new gameplay trailer for Capcom's brilliant-looking DS Okami sequel, Okamiden. Click here to read the full article

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Flight gameplay in new Zelda?

 

Published 34 hours ago at Computer And Video Games

Link may take to the skies in next Wii Zelda adventure. Zelda boss man Eiji Aonuma has hinted that Link may take to the skies in his upcoming Wii adventure. Click here to read the full article

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DSi XL makes strong start in Japan

 

Published 34 hours ago at Computer And Video Games

New model helps platform outsell all other systems combined last week. Nintendo's DSi XL (or 'LL' as it's known in the Far East) has made an impressive start in Japan, shifting just over 100,000 units in its debut weekend. Click here to read the ...

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SSFIV: New character gameplay video, screenshots

 

Published 35 hours ago at Computer And Video Games

New characters Adon, Cody, Guy and more shown. Here's a video and fresh batch of screenshots for the enhanced and upgraded Super Street Fighter 4, including footage of three recently-revealed new characters, Adon, Cody and Guy.  ...

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Puzzle Quest 2: First screen

 

Published 36 hours ago at Computer And Video Games

Sequel confirmed with a pic. Much-loved Aussie puzzler, Puzzle Quest is getting a sequel, US mag Gamepro has revealed. Click here to read the full article

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Confirmed: Final Fantasy XIII isn't a memory hog

 

Published 36 hours ago at Computer And Video Games

No mandatory install and 500kb save games, leaked box confirms. An image of what appears to be the back of the Final Fantasy XIII box has confirmed the RPG's rather friendly memory management. Click here to read the full article

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Crackdown 2 needs your graffiti

 

Published 37 hours ago at Computer And Video Games

Microsoft details art compo. Microsoft's kicked off a competition to get your artwork in Crackdown 2. Click here to read the full article

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Deus Ex 3: "Only PC announced so far"

 

Published 37 hours ago at Computer And Video Games

Eidos puts a dent in PC exclusivity rumours. An Eidos Montreal spokesperson has responded to rumours that Deus Ex 3 is being developed as a PC exclusive. Click here to read the full article

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Blur trailer looking better

 

Published 37 hours ago at Computer And Video Games

Bizarre racer now due next year. Bizarre Creations has released a new Blur video, further showing of the tweaks and improvements its new 2010 release date has accommodated the racer. Click here to read the full article

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Live's Xtival kicks off tonight

 

Published 37 hours ago at Computer And Video Games

Music, movies and free gaming for Silver members. Microsoft's sent us a reminder than its annual Xtival event is due to kick off on Xbox Live tonight, and last all weekend. Click here to read the full article

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Mass Effect 2 screens, videos

 

Published 38 hours ago at Computer And Video Games

Old friend Tali turns up in latest media. BioWare's updated its website with new Mass Effect 2 screenshots, most of which show old friend Tali turning up to help Sheppard. There are videos too. Click here to read the full article

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The 100 Best Xbox Games - Part One

 

Published 2 days ago at Computer And Video Games

Games 100 to 76 in Xbox World 360's all-time greats. This article originally appeared in Xbox World 360 magazine. Buy your copy of Xbox World 360 and get it delivered to your door, why don't you?  ...

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PSP comics store launch detailed

 

Published 2 days ago at Computer And Video Games

"Mid-December" roll out, free sample code inside. Sony has detailed its plans for the launch of the PSP Digital Comics Store, set for a "mid-December" launch. Click here to read the full article

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Transformers clothing for Xbox Avatars

 

Published 2 days ago at Computer And Video Games

Megatron and Optimus helmets, and new t-shirts. As cool as walking around wearing an Optimus Prime helmet may be, in certain places it'd likely get you shot. So Microsoft has slapped a load of Transformers-themed props into the Xbox Avatar closet ...

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Bad Company 2 PC beta "not cancelled"

 

Published 2 days ago at Computer And Video Games

PC tryout delayed to next year to increase capacity, says DICE. DICE has reassured the PC community that its plans for a Battlefield: Bad Company 2 beta haven't been binned. Click here to read the full article

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Zelda: ST will attract mainstream, says Nintendo

 

Published 2 days ago at Computer And Video Games

Nintendo targeting 'occasional gamers' with TV campaign. Nintendo believes it can attract new gamers to the Zelda series with new DS entry, Spirit Tracks, it's said. Click here to read the full article

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This week's PSN update: Zombies

 

Published 2 days ago at Computer And Video Games

Madden NFL Arcade, plus Borderlands, Ninja Gaiden and LittleBigPlanet DLC. Here's this week's official list of updated content to appear on the UK PS Store any moment now. Click here to read the full article

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Sony, MS 'keen on subscription MMOs'

 

Published 2 days ago at Computer And Video Games

Platform holders "feeling their way through MMO business model", says dev. Platform holders Sony and Microsoft are keen on the idea of console-based subscription MMOs, although there are still hurdles to overcome. Click here to read the full ...

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Red Dead Redemption trailer leaks early

 

Published 2 days ago at Computer And Video Games

And released date confirmed for April 27. Remember that Red Dead Redemption trailer Rockstar promised for next week? Well, as the internet always wills, it's leaked early. Click here to read the full article

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Console games set to die, says Square Enix

 

Published 2 days ago at Computer And Video Games

Final Fantasy house preparing for shift to server-based games, says boss. Square Enix boss Yoichi Wada says his company is prepared for the death of physical, disc-based console games, which he predicts will have happened within ten years. Click ...

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Lost Planet 2 screenshot explosion

 

Published 2 days ago at Computer And Video Games

A ton of high-res screens of Capcom's lush shooter. Capcom has just lobbed us a healthy batch of screenshots for its gorgeous third-person shooter, Lost Planet 2, showing giant creatures getting shot in the face.  ...

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Nintendo dominating US female gaming market

 

Published 2 days ago at Computer And Video Games

Company says 80 per cent of female console owners in US are Nintendo customers. 80 per cent of the female game playing market in the US are Nintendo console owners, according to Nintendo of America president Reggie Fils-Aime. Click here to read ...

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Prof. Layton and The Mask of Miracles revealed

 

Published 2 days ago at Computer And Video Games

Fifth Layton game headed for Japan. Level 5 has lifted the lid on a fifth professor Layton game, Professor Layton and The Mask of Miracles, despite the fact that only two have released over here. Click here to read the full article

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Sega cagey over After Burner Climax for PSN, XBLA

 

Published 2 days ago at Computer And Video Games

Ratings boards say yes, Sega says "no comment". The absolutely mental arcade game, After Burner Climax, could be on its way to consoles, if ratings boards around the globe are anything to go by. Click here to read the full article

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All EA PC games going cheap

 

Published 2 days ago at Computer And Video Games

30 percent off for Thanksgiving weekend. The Thanksgiving offers keep rolling on for happy Americans, as EA slashes 30 percent off the price off ALL of its PC games on its US online store. Click here to read the full article

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Neversoft "exploring" GH6 Natal support

 

Published 2 days ago at Computer And Video Games

Series founder re-states keenness to support camera device. The musical boys at Neversoft are "exploring" the possibility of including Natal support in Guitar Hero 6, series founder Kai Huang has again reaffirmed. Click here to read the full ...

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New Silent Hill: Shattered Memories Trailer

 

Published 2 days ago at Computer And Video Games

Exclusive new Silent Hill home movie video. Our colleagues over at ONM have managed to secure an exclusive video for Silent Hill: Shattered Memories, which we're happy to share with you below. Click here to read the full article

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New Uncharted 2 DLC holds the fort

 

Published 2 days ago at Computer And Video Games

Double Cash weekend and bonus level for Thanksgiving. Fans of Uncharted 2: Among Thieves are in for an extra treat tomorrow with the release of new DLC which was hinted at earlier in the week, plus a double cash weekend.  ...

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Modern Warfare 2 DLC reports for Duty

 

Published 2 days ago at Computer And Video Games

IW's Bowling Tweets confirmation. File this 'under tales of the bleeding obvious' but at last we have official confirmation that new Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 DLC is set to debut early next year. Click here to read the full article

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New Star Wars reveal next month

 

Published 3 days ago at Computer And Video Games

Spike VGAs scoops another exclusive. As if Halo Reach, Tron and (we suspect) Dead Space 2 wasn't enough, a brand new Star Wars game will air its official reveal during the Spike VGAs on US television next month, it's been revealed. Click here to ...

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More flying mini games for Home

 

Published 3 days ago at Computer And Video Games

Red Bull readies two new spaces for PS3 social app. PlayStation Home will expand with a further two spaces this week, along with new furniture and clothes in the virtual shops. Click here to read the full article

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Uncharted 3 is "assured", says voice actor

 

Published 3 days ago at Computer And Video Games

Nathan Drake himself, Nolan North confident of third game. A third game in the Uncharted series is "assured" to happen, Nathan Drake himself, voice actor Nolan North has said. Click here to read the full article

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Resident Evil: The Darkside Chronicles

 

Published 3 days ago at Computer And Video Games

Can the Zombie Squad topple the mighty Ghost Squad?. Resident Evil is the best set of horror films never made. Yes, three films already bear the Resident Evil name, but they're not, y'know, Resident Evil. We want campy melodrama and contrived ...

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Confirmed: Dead Space 2 reveal Dec 22

 

Published 3 days ago at Computer And Video Games

Another mag makes a blatant tease. Dead Space 2 will be officially revealed on December 22, another magazine has confirmed. Click here to read the full article

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Reviews "least important factor" to game purchasers

 

Published 3 days ago at Computer And Video Games

Word of mouth is more important to consumers, says survery. Game reviews are the "least important factor" to gamers when they consider what to buy next, a survey conducted by Cowen Group analyst Doug Creutz has concluded. Click here to read the ...

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Red Dead Redemption release date nailed

 

Published 3 days ago at Computer And Video Games

Rockstar Western out in April - new screens. Rockstar's stuck a fresh batch of Red Dead Redemption screenshots on the internet and - like a bat out of hell - we've swiped them and put them on our own corner of cyberspace.  ...

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Nintendo DS is five years old

 

Published 3 days ago at Computer And Video Games

Four incarnations, 113 million sold and showing no signs of stopping. How time flies. We carry our DSi everywhere with us, polished and in its protective case like a flashy new toy. Yet, would you believe the DS is five years old? Click here to ...

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Mass Effect 2 system specs out

 

Published 3 days ago at Computer And Video Games

And DRM details, straight from BioWare. BioWare's released the Mass Effect 2 PC required system specs. Here they are. Click here to read the full article

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First Guitar Hero 6 details

 

Published 3 days ago at Computer And Video Games

'80s band Tesla lets slip its inclusion in unannounced title. We all know another Guitar Hero game is coming, it's just not official yet. But that didn't stop Tesla guitarist Dave Rude from talking openly about it. Click here to read the full ...

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