(c) 2007 consoleshock.com http://www.consoleshock.com/ ConsoleShock.com en-US Sun, 05 Jul 2009 02:44:23 GMT http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26896/News-Last.fm-free-to-Xbox-Live-Gold-users-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26896/News-Last.fm-free-to-Xbox-Live-Gold-users-.htm Wed, 01 Jul 2009 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Albeit ad-supported. Options detailed. Xbox 360 owners will be able to access Last.fm to varying degrees whether they have a Gold or Silver account, but full ad-free access will require a premium Last... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26895/Microsoft-Debuts-Kodu-On-Xbox-Live-Community-Games-Channel-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26895/Microsoft-Debuts-Kodu-On-Xbox-Live-Community-Games-Channel-.htm Wed, 01 Jul 2009 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Microsoft's Kodu Game Lab launched on Xbox Live's Community Games channel for $5 on Wednesday, bringing to market a "new visual programming language" that's made to be accessible enough for children t... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26891/Sony-s-PS3-in-Danger-Zone-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26891/Sony-s-PS3-in-Danger-Zone-.htm Wed, 01 Jul 2009 22:00:00 GMTPS3 Games Sony's PS3 in Danger Zone ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26883/Sony-Patents-PS2-Software-Emulation--Already-Offers-It-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26883/Sony-Patents-PS2-Software-Emulation--Already-Offers-It-.htm Wed, 01 Jul 2009 22:00:00 GMTPS2 When it comes to the PlayStation 3, it's apparently easy to confuse the game blogs. They've picked up on an incidental story by a tech site that communicates in fragments concerning Sony's recent fili... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26884/PS3-could-play-PS2-games-again-as-Sony-patents-technology-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26884/PS3-could-play-PS2-games-again-as-Sony-patents-technology-.htm Wed, 01 Jul 2009 22:00:00 GMTPS2 Siliconera reports that Sony has patented new technology that allows the PlayStation 3 to play all PlayStation 2 games. The article explains that the technology works by emulating the PS2's Emotion En... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26879/Game-review--Grand-Slam-Tennis--for-Nintendo-Wii-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26879/Game-review--Grand-Slam-Tennis--for-Nintendo-Wii-.htm Wed, 01 Jul 2009 22:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii Games Before the Wii was marketed as a system for everyone, it was pegged as a beacon for unprecedented immersion. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26878/Stealth-Checking-Xbox-360-Games-With-abgx360-and-Nautilus-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26878/Stealth-Checking-Xbox-360-Games-With-abgx360-and-Nautilus-.htm Wed, 01 Jul 2009 22:00:00 GMTXBOX 360 Games Ubuntugeek: "If you're like me, you've jumped through a million hoops to get abgx360gui working. But you can only get the command line interface working. No problem, we'll create a script for Nautilus... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26902/Hands-on-review-Logitech-Wireless-Guitar-Controller-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26902/Hands-on-review-Logitech-Wireless-Guitar-Controller-.htm Wed, 01 Jul 2009 22:00:00 GMTWireless Gaming The quest for ultimate realism in rhythm game controllers continues. First the state of the art of gaming drums was upped with the advent of the Ion Drum Rocker , a professional-class electronic drum ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26852/Blizzard-s-Rob-Pardo-on-Console-MMORPGs-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26852/Blizzard-s-Rob-Pardo-on-Console-MMORPGs-.htm Wed, 24 Jun 2009 22:00:00 GMTOnline Gaming Blizzard's VP of game design Rob Pardo talks about the difficulties facing console MMORPGs. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26838/Street-Fighter-II-Turbo-HD-Remix-Xbox-Live-Deal-of-the-Week-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26838/Street-Fighter-II-Turbo-HD-Remix-Xbox-Live-Deal-of-the-Week-.htm Wed, 24 Jun 2009 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Last week, Xbox Live offered a deal that allowed Silver members to upgrade to Gold for one dollar for up to a month. This week, those who are currently Gold members can download the full version of Su... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26835/Xbox-360-Live-12-month-Gold-Membership-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26835/Xbox-360-Live-12-month-Gold-Membership-.htm Wed, 24 Jun 2009 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live I am selling a brand new Xbox 360 Live 12 month Gold Membership this is new with the plastic wrapper still on. I no longer have an xbox so do not need it. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26785/iPhone-games-get-their-own-Xbox-Live-like-service-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26785/iPhone-games-get-their-own-Xbox-Live-like-service-.htm Sat, 20 Jun 2009 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live iPhone game publishing powerhouse ngmoco has rolled out a new service, entitled Plus+, that looks to bring the social features of console game networks to the iPhone platform. Plus+ (pronounced PlusPl... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26793/Cell-phone-gaming-In-search-of-good-mobile-games-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26793/Cell-phone-gaming-In-search-of-good-mobile-games-.htm Sat, 20 Jun 2009 22:00:00 GMTWireless Gaming Tetris, one of the best selling games of all time is also massively successful on the cell phone. And its appeal is understandable: The game is easy to learn, easy to jump into, and also takes a diffe... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26794/Neil-Young-on-Plus+-and-iPhone-Social-Gaming-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26794/Neil-Young-on-Plus+-and-iPhone-Social-Gaming-.htm Sat, 20 Jun 2009 22:00:00 GMTWireless Gaming ngmoco CEO explains the Plus+ vision and how it will change iPhone gaming. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26792/Logitech-Wireless-Guitar-Controller-for-Xbox-360-unveiled-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26792/Logitech-Wireless-Guitar-Controller-for-Xbox-360-unveiled-.htm Sat, 20 Jun 2009 22:00:00 GMTWireless Gaming Logitech unveiled the new Wireless Guitar Controller for Xbox 360. Licensed for Guitar Hero and featuring authentic materials including a wood neck, a rosewood fingerboard and metal frets the guitar c... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26786/-Gold-for-$1--Xbox-Live-limited-time-offer-for-Silver-members-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26786/-Gold-for-$1--Xbox-Live-limited-time-offer-for-Silver-members-.htm Sat, 20 Jun 2009 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Get it while the limited time offer is hot, as Xbox Live offers a one month Gold Subscription for $1 ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26780/The-Biggest-Game-Publisher-Threatens-to-Ditch-PS3/PSP-[Playstation-3]-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26780/The-Biggest-Game-Publisher-Threatens-to-Ditch-PS3/PSP-[Playstation-3]-.htm Sat, 20 Jun 2009 22:00:00 GMTPS3 Games This is bad. The prisoners have grabbed the keys. Activision Blizzard, the world's largest producer of video games, is publicly threatening to abandon Sony's PS3 and PSP platforms. From Activision... ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26778/Activision-Hints-That-It-Might-Cut-Out-On-Sony-PS3-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26778/Activision-Hints-That-It-Might-Cut-Out-On-Sony-PS3-.htm Sat, 20 Jun 2009 22:00:00 GMTPS3 Games Chief Executive of Activision Blizzard, Bobby Kotick, said in a published report that due to soaring costs and meager sales, they might stop designing video games for Sony's PlayStation3.Kotick compla... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26782/Play-1-vs-100-On-Xbox-Live-With-Us-Now-[Gaming]-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26782/Play-1-vs-100-On-Xbox-Live-With-Us-Now-[Gaming]-.htm Sat, 20 Jun 2009 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live We're playing 1 vs 100 on Xbox Live right now. If you're anywhere near your Xbox 360, hop on and we can use the comments as a discussion of what's going on. AND, if you're going to be on at 7PM... ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26777/PS3-Version-of-Left-4-Dead-2-Listed-by-EA-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26777/PS3-Version-of-Left-4-Dead-2-Listed-by-EA-.htm Sat, 20 Jun 2009 22:00:00 GMTPS3 Games UPDATE: Aaaaaand there you go. EA has now removed the mentions of Left 4 Dead 2 for PS3 from its site. Was it just an honest mistake? Or a hint at a possible PS3 port in the future? Time will tell, bu... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26768/EA-SPORTS-Grand-Slam-Tennis-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26768/EA-SPORTS-Grand-Slam-Tennis-.htm Sat, 20 Jun 2009 22:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii Games EA's new tennis game makes a number of unforced errors that hamper what could've been a brilliant package. It's been more than a decade since EA's last tennis outing, so it came as a big surprise when... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26727/Can-Xbox-Replace-The-Cable-Box--.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26727/Can-Xbox-Replace-The-Cable-Box--.htm Mon, 08 Jun 2009 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Microsoft inks deal to stream pay TV through its game console in Europe, but it has a long way to go before it can take on cable in the U.S. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26723/News-MS-details-Last.fm-for-Xbox-Live-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26723/News-MS-details-Last.fm-for-Xbox-Live-.htm Mon, 08 Jun 2009 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Create a station, listen with friends. Last.fm on Xbox Live will let users create and share custom playlists and listen to them with friends, using the Party Radio function. You'll even be able to mak... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26722/Japanese-Game-Charts-Kingdom-Hearts-For-DS-Leads-May-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26722/Japanese-Game-Charts-Kingdom-Hearts-For-DS-Leads-May-.htm Mon, 08 Jun 2009 22:00:00 GMTPS3 Games The DS game Kingdom Hearts: 358/2 sold nearly 300,000 units during the month of May in Japan, as software for Nintendo's handheld dominated the charts, according to Famitsu. As reported on by the gami... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26685/PROTOTYPE-for-Xbox-360--Playstation-3--and-PC-get-ready-for-a-completely-new-gaming-experience-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26685/PROTOTYPE-for-Xbox-360--Playstation-3--and-PC-get-ready-for-a-completely-new-gaming-experience-.htm Sun, 07 Jun 2009 22:00:00 GMTXBOX 360 XBOX 360 Games Prototype lets gamers feel the power of being the ultimate shape-shifting weapon! No conspiracy here... we promise... Activision Publishing, Inc. confirmed that the long-awaited open-world action th... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26668/Where-Is-Xbox-Live-Anywhere--[Xbox-Live]-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26668/Where-Is-Xbox-Live-Anywhere--[Xbox-Live]-.htm Thu, 04 Jun 2009 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live When you have Microsoft's VP of LIVE, Software and Services for Interactive Entertainment Business John Schappert in front of you, you can't not ask whatever happened to the long-lost Live Anywhere...... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26667/News-Overlord-II-demo-on-Xbox-Live-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26667/News-Overlord-II-demo-on-Xbox-Live-.htm Thu, 04 Jun 2009 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Minions of imps! Codemasters has trampled an Overlord II demo into Xbox Live Marketplace. The sampler offers a taste of the minion-bossing action that arrives in full on 26th June. Overlord II brings ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26665/Square-Says-Final-Fantasy-XIV-Not-Necessarily-PS3-Exclusive-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26665/Square-Says-Final-Fantasy-XIV-Not-Necessarily-PS3-Exclusive-.htm Thu, 04 Jun 2009 22:00:00 GMTPS3 Games Sony boss Jack Tretton may have spoken a bit too soon when he said that Final Fantasy XIV would be exclusively on PS3 . At today's Square Enix press conference, senior VP Shinji Hashimoto stated that ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26666/Turtle-Beach-Unveils-Ear-Force-P21-Headset-for-PS3-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26666/Turtle-Beach-Unveils-Ear-Force-P21-Headset-for-PS3-.htm Thu, 04 Jun 2009 22:00:00 GMTPS3 Games Turtle Beach has announced its latest gaming headphones for the PS3 called the Ear Force P21. The stereo gaming headset integrates premium sound with a mic boom for in game chat. The headphones have a... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26672/E3-2009-Microsoft-s-Xbox-360-briefing-analysis-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26672/E3-2009-Microsoft-s-Xbox-360-briefing-analysis-.htm Thu, 04 Jun 2009 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live E3 2009 opened with a bang in Los Angeles as Microsoft announced new technological developments and a formidable video game line up for the Xbox 360. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26617/Halo-Reach-revealed-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26617/Halo-Reach-revealed-.htm Tue, 02 Jun 2009 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Rumored, hinted at in empty achievement lists (thank you, Xbox360Achievements.org), and now made official: Halo: Reach is coming to the Xbox 360. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26615/E3-2009-Microsoft-s-Xbox-360-briefing-analysis-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26615/E3-2009-Microsoft-s-Xbox-360-briefing-analysis-.htm Tue, 02 Jun 2009 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live E3 2009 opened with a bang in Los Angeles as Microsoft announced new technological developments and a formidable video game line up for the Xbox 360. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26609/Facebook--Twitter-come-to-Xbox-Live-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26609/Facebook--Twitter-come-to-Xbox-Live-.htm Tue, 02 Jun 2009 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live It might not be as hotly anticipated as the "Beatles: Rock Band" game, but Microsoft announced at its annual press briefing at the E3 Expo that Facebook and Twitter will be coming to the Xbox Live ser... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26621/Sony-Launches-New-Handheld-Gaming-Device-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26621/Sony-Launches-New-Handheld-Gaming-Device-.htm Tue, 02 Jun 2009 22:00:00 GMTOnline Gaming Sony Corp. (SNE) launched a new handheld video game device Tuesday that will eschew traditional disks and game cartridges, allowing games to be downloaded exclusively through a wireless connection. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26624/E3-Sony-Announces-PS3-Console-Exclusive-Final-Fantasy-XIV-Online-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26624/E3-Sony-Announces-PS3-Console-Exclusive-Final-Fantasy-XIV-Online-.htm Tue, 02 Jun 2009 22:00:00 GMTOnline Gaming Square Enix is bringing Final Fantasy XIV Online exclusively to PlayStation 3 in 2010, Sony Computer Entertainment America boss Jack Tretton said at E3 in a surprise reveal. [UPDATE: Game is console-e... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26625/Gamers-Report-Dramatic-Cutbacks-in-Paid-and-Console-Games-in-2009--While-Online-Casual-Gaming-Surges--According-to-New-...-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26625/Gamers-Report-Dramatic-Cutbacks-in-Paid-and-Console-Games-in-2009--While-Online-Casual-Gaming-Surges--According-to-New-...-.htm Tue, 02 Jun 2009 22:00:00 GMTOnline Gaming less Future ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26626/E3-2009-National-Geographic-Games-Announces-Lineup-For-Console--PC--Online--and-Mobile-Platforms-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26626/E3-2009-National-Geographic-Games-Announces-Lineup-For-Console--PC--Online--and-Mobile-Platforms-.htm Tue, 02 Jun 2009 22:00:00 GMTOnline Gaming More than a dozen family-friendly titles will be published across all major gaming platforms, including global NG kids-branded virtual world. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26627/Zeebo-Takes-Wireless-Gaming-to-New-Frontiers-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26627/Zeebo-Takes-Wireless-Gaming-to-New-Frontiers-.htm Tue, 02 Jun 2009 22:00:00 GMTOnline Gaming Reinaldo Normand is terrible at remembering dates, but Feb. 17, 2006, is one he won't easily forget. That afternoon he was chatting with colleagues during a break at the downtown So Paulo offices of T... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26552/E3-2009-PSP-Go--Confirmed--PS3-Slim-Really-Coming--.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26552/E3-2009-PSP-Go--Confirmed--PS3-Slim-Really-Coming--.htm Fri, 29 May 2009 22:00:00 GMTPS3 Games Sony's PSP Go! will be lighter, less expensive, and less power hungry, says a "mole" dropping hints to tech-talk site Ars Technica. That, and Sony's rumored PS3 Slim is real, it's coming in August or ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26555/Sony-Ericsson-Idou-is-official--PS3-streaming-phone-too-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26555/Sony-Ericsson-Idou-is-official--PS3-streaming-phone-too-.htm Fri, 29 May 2009 22:00:00 GMTPS3 Games Sony Ericsson put our worried minds to rest on Wednesday, finally announcing that its concept phone Idou is to be released and renamed to Satio. At the same event, the company announced two new handse... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26554/E3-may-see-new-game-devices;-price-cuts-unlikely-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26554/E3-may-see-new-game-devices;-price-cuts-unlikely-.htm Fri, 29 May 2009 22:00:00 GMTPS3 Games E3 may see new game devices; price cuts unlikely ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26568/Sony-Ericsson-Offers-Nintendo-Like-Gaming-Phone-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26568/Sony-Ericsson-Offers-Nintendo-Like-Gaming-Phone-.htm Fri, 29 May 2009 22:00:00 GMTWireless Gaming Sony Ericsson took a step closer to integrating with parent Sony on Thursday by announcing the Aino, a touchscreen mobile phone that synchronizes with Sony PlayStation 3 video-game consoles. The Aino ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26570/E3-s-approach-means-tons-of-gaming-announcements-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26570/E3-s-approach-means-tons-of-gaming-announcements-.htm Fri, 29 May 2009 22:00:00 GMTWireless Gaming The Electronic Entertainment Expo, otherwise known as E3, is rapidly approaching, which means a flurry of gaming announcements.[...] ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26572/30-Million-Gamers-Have-Microsoft-s-Xbox-360-Console-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26572/30-Million-Gamers-Have-Microsoft-s-Xbox-360-Console-.htm Fri, 29 May 2009 22:00:00 GMTOnline Gaming Microsoft patted itself on the back Thursday after announcing that sales of its Xbox 360 gaming console surpassed 30 million units sold since its launch in 2005. The company said that puts it on top t... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26493/Video-Game-Review-Wolverine-bares-his-razor-sharp-claws-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26493/Video-Game-Review-Wolverine-bares-his-razor-sharp-claws-.htm Wed, 27 May 2009 22:00:00 GMTPS3 Games The movie version of "X-Men Origins: Wolverine" was rated PG-13, even though you could see a little bit of Hugh Jackman's heinie. But Wolverine has always been a dark and violent character, and the mo... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26497/Microsoft-Announces-Zune-HD--Xbox-Live-Integration-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26497/Microsoft-Announces-Zune-HD--Xbox-Live-Integration-.htm Wed, 27 May 2009 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Microsoft on Tuesday announced the latest iteration of its Zune music player, a touch-screen player called the Zune HD, as well as an extension of the Zune brand into the Xbox Live platform. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26496/Splitfish-Dual-SFX-Evolution-and-Frag-Pro-PS3-controllers-announced--debut-set-for-E3-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26496/Splitfish-Dual-SFX-Evolution-and-Frag-Pro-PS3-controllers-announced--debut-set-for-E3-.htm Wed, 27 May 2009 22:00:00 GMTPS3 Games While still one-half away from a good "show and tell" game, Splitfish has announced (with no pics, unfortunately) the Dual SFX Evolution and Dual SFX Frag Pro controllers, part of the Frevolution X se... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26505/Star-Trek-s-Secret-Achievement-Revealed-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26505/Star-Trek-s-Secret-Achievement-Revealed-.htm Wed, 27 May 2009 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Last week Star Trek: D-A-C was released on Xbox Live Arcade. With it came the usual 200 achievement points – but one achievement in particular caught some media attention. Star Trek appears to be th... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26506/UFC-Undisputed-2009-an-Xbox-360-classic-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26506/UFC-Undisputed-2009-an-Xbox-360-classic-.htm Wed, 27 May 2009 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Not since WCW's N64 series of wrestling games way back in 1997 and 1998 have I been so excited for a wrestling related video game. No, UFC Undisputed isn't technically a professional wrestling video g... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26510/Zeebo-3G-Wireless-Console-Ships-to-Retailers-in-Brazil-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26510/Zeebo-3G-Wireless-Console-Ships-to-Retailers-in-Brazil-.htm Wed, 27 May 2009 22:00:00 GMTWireless Gaming Zeebo, Inc. announced today that its 3G wireless videogame console has shipped for targeted retail distribution in Brazil. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26511/Asustek-G51-Gaming-Laptop-Due-in-US-by-July-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26511/Asustek-G51-Gaming-Laptop-Due-in-US-by-July-.htm Wed, 27 May 2009 22:00:00 GMTWireless Gaming Asustek's G51 laptop for computer game lovers sports a 15.6-inch screen and extreme Nvidia GTX-260M graphics. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26514/Zune-video-coming-to-Xbox-Live-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26514/Zune-video-coming-to-Xbox-Live-.htm Wed, 27 May 2009 22:00:00 GMTOnline Gaming Film, TV offerings for Microsoft's new Zune HD portable will appear on console's online marketplace this fall; more details to come at Microsoft's E3 press conference June 1. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26447/UFC-Undisputed-2009-an-Xbox-360-classic-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26447/UFC-Undisputed-2009-an-Xbox-360-classic-.htm Sun, 24 May 2009 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Not since WCW's N64 series of wrestling games way back in 1997 and 1998 have I been so excited for a wrestling related video game. No, UFC Undisputed isn't technically a professional wrestling video g... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26442/Microsoft-UK-plan-Xbox-360-TV-tie-up-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26442/Microsoft-UK-plan-Xbox-360-TV-tie-up-.htm Sun, 24 May 2009 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Television content to be unveiled UK invites for the unveiling of a new "TV partnership" have been dished out by Microsoft this week, reports VG247 , today. The "announcement of a very special partner... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26446/Star-Trek-s-Secret-Achievement-Revealed-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26446/Star-Trek-s-Secret-Achievement-Revealed-.htm Sun, 24 May 2009 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Last week Star Trek: D-A-C was released on Xbox Live Arcade. With it came the usual 200 achievement points – but one achievement in particular caught some media attention. Star Trek appears to be th... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26449/Grudge-Match-Bionic-Commando--Old-vs.-New-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26449/Grudge-Match-Bionic-Commando--Old-vs.-New-.htm Sun, 24 May 2009 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live We grapple with the toughest question of the week. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26455/Console-gaming-takes-an-Indian-twist-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26455/Console-gaming-takes-an-Indian-twist-.htm Sun, 24 May 2009 22:00:00 GMTOnline Gaming Sony is hopeful of growing the fledgling Rs 410 crore console gaming industry in India with games that will be developed in India and will be essentially based on Indian storylines. The journey has be... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26391/Microsoft-struggles-with-Xbox-vs.-Windows-Media-Center-positioning-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26391/Microsoft-struggles-with-Xbox-vs.-Windows-Media-Center-positioning-.htm Thu, 21 May 2009 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live The introduction of Netflix's "Watch Now" service for Windows Media Center is a prime example of Microsoft trying to carve up markets in artificial ways -- and of how the company's positioning of Xbox... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26385/Terminator-Salvation-Game-Launched--PC-Version-Recalled-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26385/Terminator-Salvation-Game-Launched--PC-Version-Recalled-.htm Thu, 21 May 2009 22:00:00 GMTPS3 Games On Tuesday, the video game tie-in to the Terminator Salvation movie was launched for the Xbox 360, PS3, and PC. Most reviews pegged the game as solidly mediocre; IGN said, "the action is fairly tame t... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26386/Katamari-Forever-Art-Style-Preview---PS3-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26386/Katamari-Forever-Art-Style-Preview---PS3-.htm Thu, 21 May 2009 22:00:00 GMTPS3 Games The stylish series is more gorgeous than ever on the PS3. Check out the fabulous new visual filters that will make Katamari Forever shine when it releases this fall. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26390/First-look-1-vs.-100-brings-a-live-game-show-to-Xbox-Live-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26390/First-look-1-vs.-100-brings-a-live-game-show-to-Xbox-Live-.htm Thu, 21 May 2009 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live While game shows have often made the jump into video games, and trivia games are a popular draw for bars and restaurants, Microsoft is trying something new by hosting real, live, game-show-like conten... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26404/What-Makes-A-Wii-Game-Great-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26404/What-Makes-A-Wii-Game-Great-.htm Thu, 21 May 2009 22:00:00 GMTOnline Gaming ''Metal Gear Solid 4'' and ''Gears Of War 2'' are good, but they're not the future of gaming. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26335/RUMOR-Microsoft-developing-Zune-Xbox-handheld-gaming-device-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26335/RUMOR-Microsoft-developing-Zune-Xbox-handheld-gaming-device-.htm Tue, 19 May 2009 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Could Microsoft be working on the final stages of a handheld gaming device? Team Xbox now seems pretty convinced after a year full of rumors and speculation. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26336/Is-Microsoft-s-ZuneX-Really-Their-Portable-Xbox-Phone--[Zunex]-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26336/Is-Microsoft-s-ZuneX-Really-Their-Portable-Xbox-Phone--[Zunex]-.htm Tue, 19 May 2009 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live These leaked photos of the ZuneX (ZX-1000) may or may not be Microsoft's handheld device that combines the Zune with the Xbox. But we do have specs. And it may be a phone. Mimbee.tv's got a grainy... ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26337/Star-Trek-s-Secret-Achievement-Revealed-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26337/Star-Trek-s-Secret-Achievement-Revealed-.htm Tue, 19 May 2009 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Last week Star Trek: D-A-C was released on Xbox Live Arcade. With it came the usual 200 achievement points – but one achievement in particular caught some media attention. Star Trek appears to be th... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26345/Sci-Fi-Author-Charles-Stross-on-Gaming-in-2030-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26345/Sci-Fi-Author-Charles-Stross-on-Gaming-in-2030-.htm Tue, 19 May 2009 22:00:00 GMTWireless Gaming As Charles Stross puts it, since he writes science fiction, for some reason people think he can predict the future. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26274/PS3-Costs-10-Percent-Higher-than-Price-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26274/PS3-Costs-10-Percent-Higher-than-Price-.htm Sat, 16 May 2009 22:00:00 GMTPS3 Games A report coming out of the company's earnings call suggests that the PS3's price/cost differential is in the range that many analysts have placed it. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26289/Survey-Suggests-Lord-of-the-Rings-Online-Headed-to-Xbox-360-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26289/Survey-Suggests-Lord-of-the-Rings-Online-Headed-to-Xbox-360-.htm Sat, 16 May 2009 22:00:00 GMTOnline Gaming If you're not a fan of Final Fantasy or willing to concede the "massively multiplayer" in "massively multiplayer online role playing game," as you must when picking up Phantasy Star Universe , you don... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26280/Former-Xbox-Live-man-to-help-Blizzard-with-new-title-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26280/Former-Xbox-Live-man-to-help-Blizzard-with-new-title-.htm Sat, 16 May 2009 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Also ex-PopCap... Blizzard have this week recruited Greg Canessa, formerly Xbox Live group manager, to work alongside Rob Pardo on an "unannounced project in the online space". Having cut his teeth wo... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26277/Raiden-Fighter-Aces-comes-to-the-Xbox-360-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26277/Raiden-Fighter-Aces-comes-to-the-Xbox-360-.htm Sat, 16 May 2009 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Valcon Games has brought the classic shooter ¬ Raiden Fighter Aces to the Xbox 360. All three coin-op Raiden Fighter games can now be found on one disc for $19.99. In addition to the action, Valcon G... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26278/Star-Trek-D-A-C-Beams-Down-To-Xbox-Live-Arcade---Now-Available-For-Download-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26278/Star-Trek-D-A-C-Beams-Down-To-Xbox-Live-Arcade---Now-Available-For-Download-.htm Sat, 16 May 2009 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Boldly Go into Deep Space Warfare in the New Xbox LIVE Arcade Title From Paramount Digital Entertainment ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26228/Star-Wars-The-Clone-Wars-Republic-Heroes-Comes-to-the-Rescue-This-September-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26228/Star-Wars-The-Clone-Wars-Republic-Heroes-Comes-to-the-Rescue-This-September-.htm Tue, 12 May 2009 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Star Wars: The Clone Wars -- Republic Heroes (X360) Jedi and Clone Trooper action along with all-new gameplay bring the adventure of the hit TV series home. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26223/Microsoft-takes-on-Wii-with-3D-camera-for-Xbox-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26223/Microsoft-takes-on-Wii-with-3D-camera-for-Xbox-.htm Tue, 12 May 2009 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Microsoft is believed to be developing a 3D camera for the Xbox 360 games console that will allow players to control games through the movement of their bodies. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26233/Logitech-s-Wireless-PlayStation-Guitar-Controller-is-Back-in-Black-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26233/Logitech-s-Wireless-PlayStation-Guitar-Controller-is-Back-in-Black-.htm Tue, 12 May 2009 22:00:00 GMTWireless Gaming Logitech has updated its wireless guitar controller for the PS2 and PS3 - now players can rock out with a black guitar from up to 30 feet away. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26183/Blog-In-the-game-for-a-casual-$5-million-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26183/Blog-In-the-game-for-a-casual-$5-million-.htm Mon, 11 May 2009 22:00:00 GMTOnline Gaming Sydney-based casual computer gaming start-up 3RD sense is about to embark on capital raising to hire staff and management expertise to capitalise on its potential to captivate people's attention. And ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26180/Online-Gaming-Study-Challenges-Gaming-Gender-Stereotypes-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26180/Online-Gaming-Study-Challenges-Gaming-Gender-Stereotypes-.htm Mon, 11 May 2009 22:00:00 GMTOnline Gaming BBC is reporting that roughly 40 percent of online gamers are now female. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26167/Xbox-Live-Primetime-1-vs.-100-Canadian-Beta-Impressions-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26167/Xbox-Live-Primetime-1-vs.-100-Canadian-Beta-Impressions-.htm Mon, 11 May 2009 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Apparently Primetime wasn't just another Microsoft "Vision" ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26163/PS3-U.S.-Release-Date-Revision-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26163/PS3-U.S.-Release-Date-Revision-.htm Mon, 11 May 2009 22:00:00 GMTPS3 Games Dates, dates, and more dates! Your guide to the PS3 retail calendar. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26165/Xbox-Live-Holding-Gears-2-Map-Pack-Preview-Event-in-Seattle-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26165/Xbox-Live-Holding-Gears-2-Map-Pack-Preview-Event-in-Seattle-.htm Mon, 11 May 2009 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live We know about the big content update for Gears of War 2 coming in July, but some lucky Washington residents will get a chance to see it as early as next week. The company announced today that Xbox Liv... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26160/New-PS3-exclusive-from-Capcom-planned--.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26160/New-PS3-exclusive-from-Capcom-planned--.htm Mon, 11 May 2009 22:00:00 GMTPS3 Games Business reports suggest... possibly Capcom Japan this week hint that they could be hard at work on a brand new PS3 exclusive, the publisher's latest financial-leaning releases chart stating that whil... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26147/Several-Xbox-360-Games-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26147/Several-Xbox-360-Games-.htm Mon, 11 May 2009 22:00:00 GMTXBOX 360 Games Several Xbox 360 games for sale.All good condition and still work.All still with instruction manuals, discs and cases.Viva Pinata - £4Ninety Nine Nights - £4Amped 3 - £4Condemned - £4Project Gotha... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26149/Ashes-Cricket-2009-First-Impressions-[Xbox-360]-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26149/Ashes-Cricket-2009-First-Impressions-[Xbox-360]-.htm Mon, 11 May 2009 22:00:00 GMTXBOX 360 Games Codemasters and Transmission games have dusted off their cricket whites for Ashes Cricket 2009, and we got an exclusive first look at the new game. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26151/Nintendo-Wii-Review-Gold-s-Gym-Cardio-Workout-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26151/Nintendo-Wii-Review-Gold-s-Gym-Cardio-Workout-.htm Mon, 11 May 2009 22:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii Games A great workout for arms and shoulders with virtual trainers, boxing exercise focus and balance board option. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26115/X-Men-Origins-Wolverine----Another-Take-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26115/X-Men-Origins-Wolverine----Another-Take-.htm Fri, 08 May 2009 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live X-Men Origins: Wolverine -- Uncaged Edition (X360) He's the best at what he does, even if this game isn't. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26117/COD-World-at-War-Map-Pack-1-sells-2-million-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26117/COD-World-at-War-Map-Pack-1-sells-2-million-.htm Fri, 08 May 2009 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live First add-on pack for Activision and Treyarch's latest WWII shooter achieves double-platinum sales in just more than a month. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26112/Star-Trek-DAC-on-Xbox-Live-Arcade-May-13th-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26112/Star-Trek-DAC-on-Xbox-Live-Arcade-May-13th-.htm Fri, 08 May 2009 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Planning to see the Star Trek reboot tonight? Not me, sadly. I'm waiting for a friend and an IMAX in a couple weeks. On a 53 foot tall screen, Zachary Quinto's plucked and meticulously sculpted eyebro... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26066/Gaming-classics-are-reborn-on-iPhone-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26066/Gaming-classics-are-reborn-on-iPhone-.htm Tue, 05 May 2009 22:00:00 GMTWireless Gaming Now that Apple's App Store (part of iTunes) has reached 1 billion downloads, many of which were games, it proves that iPhone and iPod Touch owners are clamoring for great gaming experiences while on t... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26054/Is-Rockstar-still-working-on-the-PS3-exclusive--.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26054/Is-Rockstar-still-working-on-the-PS3-exclusive--.htm Tue, 05 May 2009 22:00:00 GMTPS3 Games In June 2007, director of third party relations at Sony Computer Entertainment America (SCEA) Michael Shorrock revealed on the Official PlayStation Blog that Sony and Rockstar had come to an agreement... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26068/Analyst-No-New-Game-Consoles-Until-2013--If-Ever-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26068/Analyst-No-New-Game-Consoles-Until-2013--If-Ever-.htm Tue, 05 May 2009 22:00:00 GMTWireless Gaming Are we gaming in the final days? The waning moments? The terminal ticks on some ominous, premonitory tech-trending clock? Are all the breathless pundits prognosticating about Xbox 720's and PlayStatio... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26073/Sony-is-gunning-for-more-gaming-dollars-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26073/Sony-is-gunning-for-more-gaming-dollars-.htm Tue, 05 May 2009 22:00:00 GMTOnline Gaming Company developing new PS3 entries in hopes they will give it a boost in console war Three years into the great console war — the battle for billions of entertainment dollars spent on video gaming �... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26009/Apple-s-App-Store-gets-gaming-classics-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26009/Apple-s-App-Store-gets-gaming-classics-.htm Sat, 02 May 2009 22:00:00 GMTWireless Gaming Now that Apple's App Store (part of iTunes) has reached 1 billion downloads, many of which were games, it proves that iPhone and iPod Touch owners are clamoring for great gaming experiences while on t... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26007/COD-World-at-War-Map-Pack-2-invades-in-June-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26007/COD-World-at-War-Map-Pack-2-invades-in-June-.htm Sat, 02 May 2009 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Activision and Treyarch's WWII shooter will soon be getting three new competitive maps, one co-op zombie map. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26005/Gunstar-Heroes-May-Come-to-Xbox-Live-Arcade-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26005/Gunstar-Heroes-May-Come-to-Xbox-Live-Arcade-.htm Sat, 02 May 2009 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live The News: The Sega Genesis classic Gunstar Heroes may be coming to Xbox Live Arcade, if a list of achievements on Xbox360Achievements.org is any indication. This wouldn't be the first time an achievem... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26003/Xbox-Live-cracks-down-on-cheats-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/26003/Xbox-Live-cracks-down-on-cheats-.htm Sat, 02 May 2009 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Nelson leads the charge Those caught cheating on Xbox Live will face the wrath of the Live team, and Major Nelson in particular, the spokesperson confirming that players being naughty in Gears of War ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25995/Exclusive-PS3-Owners-Want-Final-Fantasy-XIII-More-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25995/Exclusive-PS3-Owners-Want-Final-Fantasy-XIII-More-.htm Sat, 02 May 2009 22:00:00 GMTPS3 Games Despite now being confirmed for both PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360, Square Enix's Final Fantasy XIII is still more highly anticipated by owners of Sony's machine, according to data from research group OT... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25940/Tales-of-Vesperia-Japanese-PS3-Trailer-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25940/Tales-of-Vesperia-Japanese-PS3-Trailer-.htm Tue, 28 Apr 2009 22:00:00 GMTPS3 Games Find out if you have what it takes to adventure through this video game. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25942/News-Witcher-for-consoles-cancelled--.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25942/News-Witcher-for-consoles-cancelled--.htm Tue, 28 Apr 2009 22:00:00 GMTPS3 Games "We have no information," says Atari. Rumours are flying that the console version of The Witcher has been thrown in the bin. The Witcher: Rise of the White Wolf is (was?) in development for PS3 and Xb... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25946/Marvel-vs.-Capcom-2-Confirmed-for-Xbox-Live--PlayStation-Network-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25946/Marvel-vs.-Capcom-2-Confirmed-for-Xbox-Live--PlayStation-Network-.htm Tue, 28 Apr 2009 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Long-standing rumors of fighting-game favorite Marvel vs. Capcom 2 coming to Xbox Live and the PlayStation Network were confirmed today on the Capcom Unity blog, with a demo scheduled for release on t... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25939/Star-Trek-Game-To-Launch-Alongside-New-Movie-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25939/Star-Trek-Game-To-Launch-Alongside-New-Movie-.htm Tue, 28 Apr 2009 22:00:00 GMTPS3 Games Paramount announced yesterday that Star Trek D-A-C will be available for download for the PS3, Xbox 360, and PC when the movie is released on May 8th. The acronym in the title stands for different typ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25947/Gunstar-Heroes-May-Come-to-Xbox-Live-Arcade-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25947/Gunstar-Heroes-May-Come-to-Xbox-Live-Arcade-.htm Tue, 28 Apr 2009 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live The News: The Sega Genesis classic Gunstar Heroes may be coming to Xbox Live Arcade, if a list of achievements on Xbox360Achievements.org is any indication. This wouldn't be the first time an achievem... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25960/Game-on-for-Sony-in-Xbox-s-backyard-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25960/Game-on-for-Sony-in-Xbox-s-backyard-.htm Tue, 28 Apr 2009 22:00:00 GMTOnline Gaming Three years into the great console war — the battle for billions of entertainment dollars spent on video gaming — Sony's PlayStation 3 lags far behind Microsoft's Xbox 360 and Nintendo's quirky Wi... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25887/Max-Payne-1--amp;-2-On-Xbox-Live-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25887/Max-Payne-1--amp;-2-On-Xbox-Live-.htm Sun, 26 Apr 2009 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Two golden oldies are now available for purchase and play on the Xbox 360. Priced at $15 each,... ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25882/Local-studio-s-game-for-PlayStation-3-is-a-superheroic-effort-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25882/Local-studio-s-game-for-PlayStation-3-is-a-superheroic-effort-.htm Sun, 26 Apr 2009 22:00:00 GMTPS3 Games The first exclusive game for Sony's PlayStation 3 from a Seattle game studio is a doozy. Called "inFamous," it's a modern superhero action game — gritty, thrilling and laced with ethical dilemmas. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25885/FFXIII-Drives-PS3-Sales-in-Japan-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25885/FFXIII-Drives-PS3-Sales-in-Japan-.htm Sun, 26 Apr 2009 22:00:00 GMTPS3 Games Nearly 300,000 copies of Advent Children sold in one week. April 24, 2009 - An hour long demo of Final Fantasy XIII had a bigger effect on Japanese PS3 sales than most full game releases, according to... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25888/Max-Payne-Explodes-onto-Xbox-Originals-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25888/Max-Payne-Explodes-onto-Xbox-Originals-.htm Sun, 26 Apr 2009 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Joining a gradually expanding stable of last-gen classics that includes the likes of Ninja Gaiden Black , Psychonauts , and, uh, BlowOut , both Max Payne and its sequel arrived on the Xbox Live Market... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25886/Xbox-Live--free--next-weekend-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25886/Xbox-Live--free--next-weekend-.htm Sun, 26 Apr 2009 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Gold trial on offer to all In celebration of Microsoft's Xtival 2009, Xbox Live silver members will be offered gold-style access to Xbox Live for a brief taster of what those paying for the service en... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25874/Nintendo-Wii-Review-Animal-Crossing-City-Folk-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25874/Nintendo-Wii-Review-Animal-Crossing-City-Folk-.htm Sun, 26 Apr 2009 22:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii Games Nintendos latest entry into the franchise is great for the new crowd, but will bore longtime series fans. To be honest, we all should have known something like Animal Crossing: City Folk was coming th... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25903/Lord-of-the-Rings-Online-Second-Anniversary-Promo-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25903/Lord-of-the-Rings-Online-Second-Anniversary-Promo-.htm Sun, 26 Apr 2009 22:00:00 GMTOnline Gaming Lord of the Rings Online just turned two, and creator Turbine, Inc. is celebrating with a special limited-time offer to coax truant players, as well as lure brand new ones. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25841/Game-on-for-Sony-in-Xbox-s-backyard-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25841/Game-on-for-Sony-in-Xbox-s-backyard-.htm Sat, 25 Apr 2009 22:00:00 GMTOnline Gaming Three years into the great console war — the battle for billions of entertainment dollars spent on video gaming — Sony's PlayStation 3 lags far behind Microsoft's Xbox 360 and Nintendo's quirky Wi... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25839/Razer-Mamba-Gaming-Mouse-Review-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25839/Razer-Mamba-Gaming-Mouse-Review-.htm Sat, 25 Apr 2009 22:00:00 GMTWireless Gaming We finally catch up with Razer's newest, wireless 5600dpi gaming mouse. It's their best yet. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25829/Left-4-Dead-Survival-Pack-for-PC--Xbox-360-is-Live-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25829/Left-4-Dead-Survival-Pack-for-PC--Xbox-360-is-Live-.htm Sat, 25 Apr 2009 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Ready for Zombie Gauntlet? Valve sends word its Left 4 Dead necrotic-flesh puree-spree expansion launched on Xbox Live at 2 am PST (in theory, that is...in actuality, it hit around 4am PST) this morni... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25831/NEWS-Wii-Achieves-Eight-Million-Sold-in-Japan-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25831/NEWS-Wii-Achieves-Eight-Million-Sold-in-Japan-.htm Sat, 25 Apr 2009 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live But despite being far ahead of the competition, there's reason to agree with Nintendo's president that the Wii is in an "unhealthy condition" in its home market. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25826/Formula-One-New-Codemasters-video-game-to-debut-this-fall-for-Wii-and-PSP--delayed-for-PS3--Xbox-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25826/Formula-One-New-Codemasters-video-game-to-debut-this-fall-for-Wii-and-PSP--delayed-for-PS3--Xbox-.htm Sat, 25 Apr 2009 22:00:00 GMTPS3 Games The good news: The next official Formula One video game, Formula One 2009, will debut this fall on the Nintendo Wii and Sony PSP systems. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25817/Nintendo-Wii-Review-Animal-Crossing-City-Folk-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25817/Nintendo-Wii-Review-Animal-Crossing-City-Folk-.htm Sat, 25 Apr 2009 22:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii Games Nintendos latest entry into the franchise is great for the new crowd, but will bore longtime series fans. To be honest, we all should have known something like Animal Crossing: City Folk was coming th... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25816/Nintendo-Wii-Review-House-of-the-Dead-Overkill-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25816/Nintendo-Wii-Review-House-of-the-Dead-Overkill-.htm Sat, 25 Apr 2009 22:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii Games Easily one of the best M-rated titles on the Wii yet. Light-gun shooters have seen a bit of revival on the Wii, with the light gun being replaced by the Wii Remote pointer controls. Most have been met... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25815/MadWorld-for-Wii-Review-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25815/MadWorld-for-Wii-Review-.htm Sat, 25 Apr 2009 22:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii Games Tweaktown published a review of a rare hard-core gamer title for the Nintendo Wii. The game is called MadWorld and is from SEGA. MadWorld was released in March. Quote from the review: "The Nintendo Wi... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25811/Samurai-Shodown-Edge-of-Destiny-Xbox-360-Screenshots-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25811/Samurai-Shodown-Edge-of-Destiny-Xbox-360-Screenshots-.htm Sat, 25 Apr 2009 22:00:00 GMTXBOX 360 Games 4 Xbox 360 Screenshots posted, from SNK ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25842/The-Making-of-the-PlayStation-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25842/The-Making-of-the-PlayStation-.htm Sat, 25 Apr 2009 22:00:00 GMTOnline Gaming Edge Online has an in-depth look at the beginnings of the first PlayStation console. It starts at Sony's partnership with Nintendo, the purpose of which was to integrate a CD-ROM drive into the SNES. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25843/Lord-of-the-Rings-Online-Second-Anniversary-Promo-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25843/Lord-of-the-Rings-Online-Second-Anniversary-Promo-.htm Sat, 25 Apr 2009 22:00:00 GMTOnline Gaming Lord of the Rings Online just turned two, and creator Turbine, Inc. is celebrating with a special limited-time offer to coax truant players, as well as lure brand new ones. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25845/Save-on-video-games-with-trading-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25845/Save-on-video-games-with-trading-.htm Sat, 25 Apr 2009 22:00:00 GMTOnline Gaming In this economy, video games are a great bargain for your entertainment dollar. You get hours of enjoyment from a single game. But video games aren't cheap. New games cost as much as $50 or $60. You a... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25774/Microsoft-Celebrates-One-Million-Xbox-360s-Sold-in-Japan-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25774/Microsoft-Celebrates-One-Million-Xbox-360s-Sold-in-Japan-.htm Wed, 22 Apr 2009 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live One million points to spend on Xbox Live isn't bad, nor is over thirty new titles to play over the next year. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25776/Leaked-Achievements-Reveal-XBLA-Games-from-Sega--.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25776/Leaked-Achievements-Reveal-XBLA-Games-from-Sega--.htm Wed, 22 Apr 2009 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Popular Xbox Live community site My Gamer Card discovered full Achievement lists over the weekend for a trio of vintage Sega titles that were previously unannounced for the service. Included among the... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25766/News-Codemasters--F1-game-not-out-till-2010-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25766/News-Codemasters--F1-game-not-out-till-2010-.htm Wed, 22 Apr 2009 22:00:00 GMTPS3 Games The PC, PS3 and 360 versions, anyway. Codemasters has revealed the PC, Xbox 360 and PS3 versions of its new Formula 1 game won't be out till next year. However the Wii and PSP versions, which are bein... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25771/Left-4-Dead-Survival-Pack-for-PC--Xbox-360-is-Live-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25771/Left-4-Dead-Survival-Pack-for-PC--Xbox-360-is-Live-.htm Wed, 22 Apr 2009 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Ready for Zombie Gauntlet? Valve sends word its Left 4 Dead necrotic-flesh puree-spree expansion launched on Xbox Live at 2 am PST (in theory, that is...in actuality, it hit around 4am PST) this morni... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25780/Razer-Mamba-Gaming-Mouse-Review-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25780/Razer-Mamba-Gaming-Mouse-Review-.htm Wed, 22 Apr 2009 22:00:00 GMTWireless Gaming We finally catch up with Razer's newest, wireless 5600dpi gaming mouse. It's their best yet. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25733/Ninja-Blade-XBOX-360-HD-trailer.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25733/Ninja-Blade-XBOX-360-HD-trailer.htm Mon, 20 Apr 2009 22:00:00 GMTXBOX 360 Games XBOX 360 Ninja Blade for XBOX 360 is an action adventure game set within modern day Tokyo. Parasites known as alpha-worms have mysteriously appeared, unleashing a wave of human destruction as they rapidly spre... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25717/Zombie-Apocalypse-Xbox-360-Screenshots-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25717/Zombie-Apocalypse-Xbox-360-Screenshots-.htm Sat, 18 Apr 2009 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live 11 Xbox 360 Screenshots posted, from Konami ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25715/NPD-Reaction-Microsoft-Touts-Console-And-Xbox-Live-Sales-Increases-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25715/NPD-Reaction-Microsoft-Touts-Console-And-Xbox-Live-Sales-Increases-.htm Sat, 18 Apr 2009 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live In its monthly NPD U.S. game sales reaction email, Microsoft has trumpeted that its console is the only one on the market to experience year-on-year growth, while noting that Xbox Live downloads have ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25713/Xbox-Live-Arcade-Loses-Lost-Cities-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25713/Xbox-Live-Arcade-Loses-Lost-Cities-.htm Sat, 18 Apr 2009 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live The News: For just the second time since the Xbox Live Arcade was launched, a game has been removed from the service. Lost Cities joins Yaris , the utterly abysmal excuse for a game that featured Toyo... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25723/Video-Game-Bytes-Nintendo-DSi-and-DSiWare-game-reviews-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25723/Video-Game-Bytes-Nintendo-DSi-and-DSiWare-game-reviews-.htm Sat, 18 Apr 2009 22:00:00 GMTWireless Gaming Here's a look at the DSi, the latest device for the Nintendo fan in the family: DSi (from Nintendo, standalone unit, $169.99) — The home of the magical Wii has upgraded its popular hand-held console... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25731/Numbers-Game-The-PC-Gaming-Alliance-Interview--Part-Three-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25731/Numbers-Game-The-PC-Gaming-Alliance-Interview--Part-Three-.htm Sat, 18 Apr 2009 22:00:00 GMTOnline Gaming PC gaming is dying, PC gaming is alive and well. If you're a PC gamer, you've heard both sentiments and repeatedly, like a couple of sparring dolls with interminable pull-strings. Recent punditry pegs... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25662/Engadget-s-5th-birthday-giveaway--part-2-win-one-of-two-mystery-Xbox-360-packages--.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25662/Engadget-s-5th-birthday-giveaway--part-2-win-one-of-two-mystery-Xbox-360-packages--.htm Wed, 15 Apr 2009 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Like the Optimus Maximus, the Xbox 360 is a gadget that's been around on Engadget almost as long as... well, the site itself. Remember that exciting live launch coverage we did back in 2005? Now that ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25655/Sony-Claims-Big-Name-Games-Sell-Better-on-PS3-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25655/Sony-Claims-Big-Name-Games-Sell-Better-on-PS3-.htm Wed, 15 Apr 2009 22:00:00 GMTPS3 Games Since the system's launch, Microsoft has touted how incredible the Xbox 360's attach rate is. And indeed, the numbers have shown that the 360's attach rate is much greater than that of either the Wii ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25652/Sony-Optimistic-on-Indian-Gaming-Market-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25652/Sony-Optimistic-on-Indian-Gaming-Market-.htm Wed, 15 Apr 2009 22:00:00 GMTPS2 Japan, Europe and North America are the big three console gaming territories, but Sony is paying increasing attention to the emerging Indian market with a push for more regional language games. The Ma... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25650/Sony-Computer-launches--Hanuman-Boy-Warrior--game-on-PS2-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25650/Sony-Computer-launches--Hanuman-Boy-Warrior--game-on-PS2-.htm Wed, 15 Apr 2009 22:00:00 GMTPS2 Sony Computer launches 'Hanuman-Boy Warrior' game on PS2Sony Computer launches 'Hanuman-Boy Warrior' game on PS2 ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25660/Vandal-Hearts-Flames-of-Judgment-Announced-For-Xbox-Live-Arcade-and-Playstation-Network-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25660/Vandal-Hearts-Flames-of-Judgment-Announced-For-Xbox-Live-Arcade-and-Playstation-Network-.htm Wed, 15 Apr 2009 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Featuring newly designed mechanics, Flames of Judgment combines the speedy RPG pace of the original with top-notch visual presentation. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25661/Konami-raises-the-undead-on-Xbox-Live-Arcade-and-Playstation-Network-this-summer-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25661/Konami-raises-the-undead-on-Xbox-Live-Arcade-and-Playstation-Network-this-summer-.htm Wed, 15 Apr 2009 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live The dead rise as Konami unleashes its Zombie Apocalypse download title ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25665/3-Hours-with-X-Men-Origins-Wolverine-The-Game-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25665/3-Hours-with-X-Men-Origins-Wolverine-The-Game-.htm Wed, 15 Apr 2009 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live In late March, I had the opportunity to join fellow members of the press for an event held by Activision to sit down and play the upcoming X-Men Origins: Wolverine videogame for several hours, as well... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25676/Numbers-Game-The-PC-Gaming-Alliance-Interview--Part-Three-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25676/Numbers-Game-The-PC-Gaming-Alliance-Interview--Part-Three-.htm Wed, 15 Apr 2009 22:00:00 GMTOnline Gaming Is PC gaming wilting or blooming? Check out part three of our five part interview with PC Gaming Alliance and Intel games director Randy Stude and judge for yourself. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25614/Razer-Mamba-vs.-SideWinder-X8-Wireless-Gaming-Mice-Review-[Review]-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25614/Razer-Mamba-vs.-SideWinder-X8-Wireless-Gaming-Mice-Review-[Review]-.htm Mon, 13 Apr 2009 22:00:00 GMTWireless Gaming Gamers have avoided wireless mice like girls with cooties, fearing the grim fate of death and teabagging induced by milliseconds of lag. Razer's Mamba and Microsoft SideWinder X8 promise total... ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25607/Droplitz-Announced-For-Xbox-Live--PSN--PC--and-iPhone-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25607/Droplitz-Announced-For-Xbox-Live--PSN--PC--and-iPhone-.htm Mon, 13 Apr 2009 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Atlus brings addictive puzzler to multiple platforms. April 13, 2009 - IRVINE, CALIFORNIA -- APRIL 13, 2009 -- Atlus U.S.A., Inc. today announced that it has acquired the worldwide publishing rights f... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25605/Outrun-Online-Arcade-on-Xbox-Live-Arcade-This-Week-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25605/Outrun-Online-Arcade-on-Xbox-Live-Arcade-This-Week-.htm Mon, 13 Apr 2009 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Continuing their "Days of Arcade" promotion that began with Hasbro Family Game Night last month, Microsoft announced that Outrun Online Arcade will be this week's Xbox Live Arcade release. Arriving th... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25602/Final-Fantasy-VII-Hits-Japanese-Game-Archives-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25602/Final-Fantasy-VII-Hits-Japanese-Game-Archives-.htm Mon, 13 Apr 2009 22:00:00 GMTPS3 Games Play the classic on your PS3 or PSP. April 10, 2009 - Final Fantasy VII is now available on PS3! No, it's not the remake we've all been screaming for. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25600/Shippin--Out-April-12-18-Demigod--PS2-Guitar-Hero-Metallica-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25600/Shippin--Out-April-12-18-Demigod--PS2-Guitar-Hero-Metallica-.htm Mon, 13 Apr 2009 22:00:00 GMTPS2 Gas Powered Games' RPG-RTS hybrid joins fourth version of Activision's rocker for Sony's now-$99.99 last-gen console. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25599/Sony-Computer-to-launch-seven-Indian-games-this-year-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25599/Sony-Computer-to-launch-seven-Indian-games-this-year-.htm Mon, 13 Apr 2009 22:00:00 GMTPS2 Kolkata, April 13: London-based Sony Computer Entertainment Europe (SCEE) would launch six to seven Indian games this year, a top official said here Monday. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25589/Nintendo-aims-to-boost-Wii-sales-in-Japan-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25589/Nintendo-aims-to-boost-Wii-sales-in-Japan-.htm Mon, 13 Apr 2009 22:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii Games Nintendo said sales of its Wii game console have lost some steam in Japan, but it aims to boost demand again by launching a new version of its blockbuster "Wii Sports" software in June. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25582/Saw-Hands-On-[Xbox-360]-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25582/Saw-Hands-On-[Xbox-360]-.htm Mon, 13 Apr 2009 22:00:00 GMTXBOX 360 Jigsaw has set up shop in an abandoned insane asylum, and you're the one who needs to get out of it. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25583/Zombie-Apocalypse-Hands-On-[Xbox-360]-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25583/Zombie-Apocalypse-Hands-On-[Xbox-360]-.htm Mon, 13 Apr 2009 22:00:00 GMTXBOX 360 Zombies have gone downloadable in Konami's upcoming four-player action game. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25618/XCM-Cross-Fire-Adapter-Mates-PS3-Controllers-With-Your-Xbox-360--For-Some-Reason-[Gaming]-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25618/XCM-Cross-Fire-Adapter-Mates-PS3-Controllers-With-Your-Xbox-360--For-Some-Reason-[Gaming]-.htm Mon, 13 Apr 2009 22:00:00 GMTWireless Gaming This seems to violate every fanboy code ever written across the hallowed halls of the gaming internet, but if you must use your wireless PS3 controllers to play Xbox 360 games, this is for you. It... ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25623/Netflix-for-Wii-and-PS3--Here-it-Comes--.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25623/Netflix-for-Wii-and-PS3--Here-it-Comes--.htm Mon, 13 Apr 2009 22:00:00 GMTOnline Gaming Ah job spots, you tease us so. Credit Crunchgear for pulling this one out, acting on a tip about a Netflix Engineering Leader position whose description suggests everyone's favorite online video provi... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25561/Logitech-Gives-Gamers-Complete-Control-with-New-G-Series-Peripherals-for-PC-gaming-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25561/Logitech-Gives-Gamers-Complete-Control-with-New-G-Series-Peripherals-for-PC-gaming-.htm Thu, 09 Apr 2009 22:00:00 GMTWireless Gaming The G-series line of gaming peripherals from Logitech (SIX: LOGN) (NASDAQ: LOGI) gives gamers what they want: complete control. Today, Logitech unveiled an extension of its award-winning G-series by i... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25559/Microsoft-2.5-billion-Achievements-served-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25559/Microsoft-2.5-billion-Achievements-served-.htm Thu, 09 Apr 2009 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live In a Gamasutra article discussing the use of Achievements in video games, Microsoft's Aaron Greenberg let it be known that, to date, gamers on the Xbox 360 have unlocked 2.5 billion Achievements, near... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25557/3-Hours-with-X-Men-Origins-Wolverine-The-Game-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25557/3-Hours-with-X-Men-Origins-Wolverine-The-Game-.htm Thu, 09 Apr 2009 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live In late March, I had the opportunity to join fellow members of the press for an event held by Activision to sit down and play the upcoming X-Men Origins: Wolverine videogame for several hours, as well... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25551/Amazon-floats-Xbox-Live-Arcade-store-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25551/Amazon-floats-Xbox-Live-Arcade-store-.htm Thu, 09 Apr 2009 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Roughly half of Xbox Live Marketplace games now available for purchase, gifting through online retailer. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25548/WSJ-Wii--DS--vulnerable--in-Japan-s-shrinking-game-market-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25548/WSJ-Wii--DS--vulnerable--in-Japan-s-shrinking-game-market-.htm Thu, 09 Apr 2009 22:00:00 GMTPS3 Games The Wall Street Journal says hardcore game sales, PS3-PSP tag team are endangering Nintendo in its home country, where annual game sales are down 18 percent. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25543/The-best-of-friends-PS2-and....-Nintendo-Wii--Ars-explores-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25543/The-best-of-friends-PS2-and....-Nintendo-Wii--Ars-explores-.htm Thu, 09 Apr 2009 22:00:00 GMTPS2 Silent Hill: Shattered Memories was talked about in the gaming press when Nintendo Power had the game on its cover, leading many to believe it was a Wii-exclusive title. The game, it turns out, will b... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25544/Analyst-PS2-Price-Drop-Will-Help-PS3-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25544/Analyst-PS2-Price-Drop-Will-Help-PS3-.htm Thu, 09 Apr 2009 22:00:00 GMTPS2 The PlayStation 2's recent price drop to $99.99 isn't a particularly exciting announcement for hardcore gamers. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25540/Final-Fantasy-Crystal-Chronicles-Echoes-of-Time-Review-[DS-Wii]-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25540/Final-Fantasy-Crystal-Chronicles-Echoes-of-Time-Review-[DS-Wii]-.htm Thu, 09 Apr 2009 22:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii Games Hiding amid an onslaught of tedious puzzles is some compelling dungeon-crawling action. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25531/Nintendo-says-Wii-losing-lustre-but-no-price-cut-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25531/Nintendo-says-Wii-losing-lustre-but-no-price-cut-.htm Thu, 09 Apr 2009 22:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii Games Nintendo admitted that its hit Wii video game console was going through its toughest time yet in the competitive Japanese market, but it said there was no plan to cut the price. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25537/Nielsen-Wii-Played-Less-than-Xbox-360--PS3-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25537/Nielsen-Wii-Played-Less-than-Xbox-360--PS3-.htm Thu, 09 Apr 2009 22:00:00 GMTXBOX 360 Games PS3 and Xbox 360 owners gaming's die-hardest, according to Nielsen's "State of the Video Gamer" report. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25523/Nintendo--Wii-Sports--Sequel-to-Hit-U.S.-in-July-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25523/Nintendo--Wii-Sports--Sequel-to-Hit-U.S.-in-July-.htm Thu, 09 Apr 2009 22:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii Nintendo said on Thursday it would launch its "Wii Sports Resort" software in June in Japan. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25570/Xbox-Live-to-Generate-Annual-Revenue-of-$1-Billion-by-2013--says-Study-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25570/Xbox-Live-to-Generate-Annual-Revenue-of-$1-Billion-by-2013--says-Study-.htm Thu, 09 Apr 2009 22:00:00 GMTOnline Gaming In-Stat thinks that online console game subscription rates are going to grow steadily over the next few years. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25505/GameTech-Solves-Wireless-Gaming-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25505/GameTech-Solves-Wireless-Gaming-.htm Wed, 08 Apr 2009 22:00:00 GMTWireless Gaming THOUSAND OAKS, Calif.----Xirrus, Inc., the Wi-Fi "Power-Play" that delivers the most wireless coverage, bandwidth, and throughput in the industry announced today the deployment of their Wi-Fi Arrays t... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25497/Amazon.com-Launches-Xbox-LIVE-Store-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25497/Amazon.com-Launches-Xbox-LIVE-Store-.htm Wed, 08 Apr 2009 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Offering Customers Convenient Digital Access to Xbox LIVE Arcade Games, Subscription Cards, and Points Cards; Amazon is the First Retailer to Offer Codes for Downloading Xbox LIVE Games. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25499/3-Hours-with-X-Men-Origins-Wolverine-The-Game-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25499/3-Hours-with-X-Men-Origins-Wolverine-The-Game-.htm Wed, 08 Apr 2009 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live In late March, I had the opportunity to join fellow members of the press for an event held by Activision to sit down and play the upcoming X-Men Origins: Wolverine videogame for several hours, as well... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25495/From-MP3s--Amazon-Moves-to-Xbox-Live-Games-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25495/From-MP3s--Amazon-Moves-to-Xbox-Live-Games-.htm Wed, 08 Apr 2009 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Amazon on Wednesday announced the launch of the beta version of its Xbox Live store, allowing customers to purchase Xbox Live games, subscription cards, and Microsoft Points cards. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25513/EVO-Linux-Gaming-Console-Opens-Pre-Orders-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25513/EVO-Linux-Gaming-Console-Opens-Pre-Orders-.htm Wed, 08 Apr 2009 22:00:00 GMTOnline Gaming Engadget is reporting that Envizions, maker of the EVO Linux game console, has finally announced final specs and opened the doors to pre-orders. All bets are off until users actually see the hardware,... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25451/Intel-Our-graphics-silicon-is-gaining-in-gaming-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25451/Intel-Our-graphics-silicon-is-gaining-in-gaming-.htm Sun, 05 Apr 2009 22:00:00 GMTWireless Gaming Intel Visual Computing Software Development group marketing manager says the chipmaker expects "to see integrated graphics chipsets outsell discrete by three to one" in 2013. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25442/The-Dishwasher-Hits-Xbox-Live-Arcade-Tomorrow-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25442/The-Dishwasher-Hits-Xbox-Live-Arcade-Tomorrow-.htm Sun, 05 Apr 2009 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Former Xbox Live Community Games darling The Dishwasher: Dead Samurai is headed to Xbox Live Arcade this Wednesday, April 1. According to the game's profile on Xbox.com, The Dishwasher will go for 800... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25444/News-Over-2.5-billion-Achievements-unlocked-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25444/News-Over-2.5-billion-Achievements-unlocked-.htm Sun, 05 Apr 2009 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live "We never anticipated this reaction." ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25443/Brace-yourself-for-the-new-Xbox-360-System-Update-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25443/Brace-yourself-for-the-new-Xbox-360-System-Update-.htm Sun, 05 Apr 2009 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live We don't think we're being presumptuous when we say that April 2 will forever be remembered as the day when the New New Xbox Experience went live. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25441/G.I.-Joe-The-Rise-of-Cobra-Xbox-360-Screenshots-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25441/G.I.-Joe-The-Rise-of-Cobra-Xbox-360-Screenshots-.htm Sun, 05 Apr 2009 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live 3 Xbox 360 Screenshots posted, from Electronic Arts ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25439/Penny-Arcade-Adventures-leads-April-Xbox-Live-discounts-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25439/Penny-Arcade-Adventures-leads-April-Xbox-Live-discounts-.htm Sun, 05 Apr 2009 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Hothead Games' adventure title half off next week, as Microsoft offers week-long rate cuts for GRAW2, Tiger Woods 09, NBA Live DLC. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25457/Top-Gaming-Executives-Converge-in-Hollywood-at-LA-Games-Conference--April-28---29--2009-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25457/Top-Gaming-Executives-Converge-in-Hollywood-at-LA-Games-Conference--April-28---29--2009-.htm Sun, 05 Apr 2009 22:00:00 GMTOnline Gaming The Evolving World of Gaming: Leading Players from Electronic Arts, PopCap Games, Microsoft, Best Buy Capital, Nokia, NBC Universal, Paramount and many more ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25399/New-Nintendo-DSi-console-launches-with-music-player--camera-and-online-gaming-ability-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25399/New-Nintendo-DSi-console-launches-with-music-player--camera-and-online-gaming-ability-.htm Thu, 02 Apr 2009 22:00:00 GMTOnline Gaming Nintendo's latest handheld console has hit the British high street today, 48 hours before it hits American shores. It is priced at £149.99, although Tesco and Amazon are selling them for £144.97. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25394/Cavium-Networks-Demonstrates-Full-1080p60-HD-Video-and-Gaming-Over-MoCA-Home-Networks-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25394/Cavium-Networks-Demonstrates-Full-1080p60-HD-Video-and-Gaming-Over-MoCA-Home-Networks-.htm Thu, 02 Apr 2009 22:00:00 GMTWireless Gaming MOUNTAIN VIEW, CA--(Marketwire - April 1, 2009) - Cavium Networks ( NASDAQ : CAVM ), a leading provider of highly integrated semiconductor products that enable intelligent processing for networking, s... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25388/Oblivion-DLC-Half-Price-on-Xbox-Live-Marketplace-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25388/Oblivion-DLC-Half-Price-on-Xbox-Live-Marketplace-.htm Thu, 02 Apr 2009 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live April 3, 2006: A day that will live in infamy . It's been nearly three full years since developer Bethesda Softworks unleashed their much maligned Horse Armor pack on an unsuspecting Oblivion fan-base... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25386/Brace-yourself-for-the-new-Xbox-360-System-Update-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25386/Brace-yourself-for-the-new-Xbox-360-System-Update-.htm Thu, 02 Apr 2009 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live We don't think we're being presumptuous when we say that April 2 will forever be remembered as the day when the New New Xbox Experience went live. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25379/Sony-Explains-PS2-Price-Drop-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25379/Sony-Explains-PS2-Price-Drop-.htm Thu, 02 Apr 2009 22:00:00 GMTPS2 After originally thinking it was yet another April Fool's joke (it's not one), a new interview has appeared online where Sony's John Koller, hardware marketing director... ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25325/PS3-firmware-2.70-brings-16-player-in-game-text-chat-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25325/PS3-firmware-2.70-brings-16-player-in-game-text-chat-.htm Wed, 01 Apr 2009 22:00:00 GMTPS3 Games Congratulations: your PS3 is about to receive another firmware update. Sony has just announced the details for firmware 2.70, which includes in-game text chat for up to 16 people at a time ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25331/Oblivion-DLC-Half-Price-on-Xbox-Live-Marketplace-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25331/Oblivion-DLC-Half-Price-on-Xbox-Live-Marketplace-.htm Wed, 01 Apr 2009 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live April 3, 2006: A day that will live in infamy . It's been nearly three full years since developer Bethesda Softworks unleashed their much maligned Horse Armor pack on an unsuspecting Oblivion fan-base... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25330/The-Dishwasher-Hits-Xbox-Live-Arcade-Tomorrow-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25330/The-Dishwasher-Hits-Xbox-Live-Arcade-Tomorrow-.htm Wed, 01 Apr 2009 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Former Xbox Live Community Games darling The Dishwasher: Dead Samurai is headed to Xbox Live Arcade this Wednesday, April 1. According to the game's profile on Xbox.com, The Dishwasher will go for 800... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25344/Perspective-forum-offers-differing-views-on-health-of-local-economy-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25344/Perspective-forum-offers-differing-views-on-health-of-local-economy-.htm Wed, 01 Apr 2009 22:00:00 GMTWireless Gaming Pessimists look at Southern Nevada's economy and see double-digit unemployment, declining visitor volume and gaming revenue, the highest foreclosure rate in the nation, and casino companies struggling... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25276/Sonic-The-Hedgehog---Xbox-Live-Arcade-FAQ-s-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25276/Sonic-The-Hedgehog---Xbox-Live-Arcade-FAQ-s-.htm Tue, 31 Mar 2009 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live GamesRadar specializes in providing cheat codes for Xbox 360 games such as Sonic The Hedgehog - Xbox Live Arcade. Also find reviews, previews, features, news and more about Sonic The Hedgehog - Xbox L... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25274/Max-Payne-Coming-to-Xbox-Live--.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25274/Max-Payne-Coming-to-Xbox-Live--.htm Tue, 31 Mar 2009 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Max Payne parts one and two may be hitting Xbox Live for the 360 is the scoop out of Joystiq this... ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25271/Sony-PS3-Console-to-be-discontinued--April-fool-s-day-joke-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25271/Sony-PS3-Console-to-be-discontinued--April-fool-s-day-joke-.htm Tue, 31 Mar 2009 22:00:00 GMTPS3 Games Right on the heels of the announcement to cut the price of the Sony PS2 to $99.99, Sony is about to announce the end of the Sony PS3. The reasons for cancelling the PS3 are the current economic crisis... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25272/The-Dishwasher-Hits-Xbox-Live-Arcade-Tomorrow-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25272/The-Dishwasher-Hits-Xbox-Live-Arcade-Tomorrow-.htm Tue, 31 Mar 2009 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Former Xbox Live Community Games darling The Dishwasher: Dead Samurai is headed to Xbox Live Arcade this Wednesday, April 1. According to the game's profile on Xbox.com, The Dishwasher will go for 800... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25287/Sprint-Phone-Recycling-Program-Helps-Kids-Stay-Safe-When-Gaming-Online-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25287/Sprint-Phone-Recycling-Program-Helps-Kids-Stay-Safe-When-Gaming-Online-.htm Tue, 31 Mar 2009 22:00:00 GMTOnline Gaming Free Resource for Children 8 to 12 Years Old On Gaming Etiquette, ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25219/South-Central-DLC-back-on-Xbox-Live-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25219/South-Central-DLC-back-on-Xbox-Live-.htm Mon, 30 Mar 2009 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live New map update back online Word in from Rockstar reveals that the South Central DLC pack for Midnight Club: Los Angeles is now back on Xbox Live. The content was launched some days ago, but was pulled... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25218/Sonic-The-Hedgehog---Xbox-Live-Arcade-FAQ-s-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25218/Sonic-The-Hedgehog---Xbox-Live-Arcade-FAQ-s-.htm Mon, 30 Mar 2009 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live GamesRadar specializes in providing cheat codes for Xbox 360 games such as Sonic The Hedgehog - Xbox Live Arcade. Also find reviews, previews, features, news and more about Sonic The Hedgehog - Xbox L... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25213/Final-Fantasy-XIII-Taxes-PS3-To-The-Max-News-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25213/Final-Fantasy-XIII-Taxes-PS3-To-The-Max-News-.htm Mon, 30 Mar 2009 22:00:00 GMTPS3 Games Yoshinori Kitase suggests Final Fantasy XIII will use 100% of PS3; so where does that leave the 360 port... ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25232/Playstation-2-to-sell-for-$99.99-starting-tomorrow--April-1-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25232/Playstation-2-to-sell-for-$99.99-starting-tomorrow--April-1-.htm Mon, 30 Mar 2009 22:00:00 GMTOnline Gaming For the first time ever, popular gaming console PlayStation 2 will be offered at $99.99 MSRP starting April 1, Sony announced today. The new price comes at a good time -- with a global recession ragin... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25165/News-Alien-Hominid-HD-now-half-price-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25165/News-Alien-Hominid-HD-now-half-price-.htm Sun, 29 Mar 2009 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Yours for just 400 Microsoft Points. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25162/Fallout-3-s--The-Pitt--DLC-Repaired--Back-on-Xbox-Live-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25162/Fallout-3-s--The-Pitt--DLC-Repaired--Back-on-Xbox-Live-.htm Sun, 29 Mar 2009 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live As they suggested earlier , Bethesda has relaunched the newly repaired version of Fallout 3's "The Pitt" downloadable content on the Xbox Live Marketplace. Originally launched yesterday, a corrupted f... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25159/Little-Big-Planet-Sweeps-Game-Developers-Choice-Awards-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25159/Little-Big-Planet-Sweeps-Game-Developers-Choice-Awards-.htm Sun, 29 Mar 2009 22:00:00 GMTPS3 Games The PS3 game Little Big Planet took home four trophies at the Game Developers Choice Awards on Wednesday. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25161/News-Midnight-Club-expansion-on-Xbox-Live-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25161/News-Midnight-Club-expansion-on-Xbox-Live-.htm Sun, 29 Mar 2009 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Unforeseen bug located and squashed. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25160/South-Central-DLC-back-on-Xbox-Live-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25160/South-Central-DLC-back-on-Xbox-Live-.htm Sun, 29 Mar 2009 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live New map update back online Word in from Rockstar reveals that the South Central DLC pack for Midnight Club: Los Angeles is now back on Xbox Live. The content was launched some days ago, but was pulled... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25172/Nintendo-Hosts-Midnight-Party-at-GameStop-Universal-CityWalk-to-Launch-New-Nintendo-DSi-System-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25172/Nintendo-Hosts-Midnight-Party-at-GameStop-Universal-CityWalk-to-Launch-New-Nintendo-DSi-System-.htm Sun, 29 Mar 2009 22:00:00 GMTWireless Gaming ----Nintendo: WHAT: Nintendo hosts a midnight launch party on April 4 for the new Nintendo DSi™ video game system at GameStop's Universal CityWalk location in Los Angeles. Gaming enthusiasts and con... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25120/Wii-Homebrew-cool-hack-fully-explained-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25120/Wii-Homebrew-cool-hack-fully-explained-.htm Fri, 27 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii Nintendo Wii Online Hints & Tips Check this video from Revision3, fully explains how to download, apply and use the Wii Homebrew hack. Comes along with Homebrew browser and several other downloads! ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25094/Now--Hanuman-is-a-PlayStation2-hero-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25094/Now--Hanuman-is-a-PlayStation2-hero-.htm Thu, 26 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTPS2 MUMBAI, INDIA: Sony Computer Entertainment Europe (SCEE) announced the launch of 'Hanuman: Boy Warrior' here in Mumbai. Developed by Aurona Technologies Limited, it is a maiden game ever to be complet... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25107/Batman-Arkham-Asylum---Hands-On-Preview-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25107/Batman-Arkham-Asylum---Hands-On-Preview-.htm Thu, 26 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live TVG swoops-in for some hands on time with Batman: Arkham Asylum, stealth style... ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25102/Wolfenstein-returns-for-PS3-and-Xbox-360-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25102/Wolfenstein-returns-for-PS3-and-Xbox-360-.htm Thu, 26 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Downloadable debut for age old FPS As rumoured yesterday, FPS classic Wolfenstein 3D is set to return on the PS3 and Xbox 360; presumably via the Xbox Live Arcade and the PSN store. It is unclear whet... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25101/Fallout-3-s--The-Pitt--DLC-Repaired--Back-on-Xbox-Live-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25101/Fallout-3-s--The-Pitt--DLC-Repaired--Back-on-Xbox-Live-.htm Thu, 26 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live As they suggested earlier , Bethesda has relaunched the newly repaired version of Fallout 3's "The Pitt" downloadable content on the Xbox Live Marketplace. Originally launched yesterday, a corrupted f... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25099/Mass-Effect-2-heading-to-PS3--.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25099/Mass-Effect-2-heading-to-PS3--.htm Thu, 26 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTPS3 Games BioWare just won't say Despite previous reports suggesting that Mass Effect 2 will follow in the footsteps of the first game, only releasing on PC and Xbox 360, we hear today that the RPG sequel could... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25092/Sony-launches--Hanuman-Boy-Warrior--on-PS2-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25092/Sony-launches--Hanuman-Boy-Warrior--on-PS2-.htm Thu, 26 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTPS2 Sony Computer Entertainment Europe on Wednesday announced the launch of 'Hanuman-Boy Warrior', a game with mythological content on PlayStation2. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25087/GDC-Video-Nintendo-Goes-After-Hard-Core-Crowd-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25087/GDC-Video-Nintendo-Goes-After-Hard-Core-Crowd-.htm Thu, 26 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii Games Nintendo's GDC keynote this year featured a slathering of new announcements, including the release of Virtual Console Arcade and new hard-core titles for WiiWare. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25082/DTS-Neural-Surround-Sound-Technology-brings-7.1-Sound-to-Wii--PS3-and-Xbox-360-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25082/DTS-Neural-Surround-Sound-Technology-brings-7.1-Sound-to-Wii--PS3-and-Xbox-360-.htm Thu, 26 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX 360 Games At the GDC 2009 DTS, Inc. unveils to developers their new DTS Neural Surround Sound technology that enables games to present real-time 7.1 soundtracks on the Wii, Xbox 360, PS3 and via PC. By using ex... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25113/PlayPhone-Announces-Agreement-With-NTELOS-Wireless-to-Provide-Mobile-Entertainment-Offering-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25113/PlayPhone-Announces-Agreement-With-NTELOS-Wireless-to-Provide-Mobile-Entertainment-Offering-.htm Thu, 26 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTWireless Gaming PlayPhone to Power the Carrier's Direct to Customer Mobile Entertainment Portal and Bring the Strongest Content Library Directly to NTELOS Wireless Customers ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25119/PlayGameWave.com-to-Introduce-Online-Gaming-Portal-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25119/PlayGameWave.com-to-Introduce-Online-Gaming-Portal-.htm Thu, 26 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTOnline Gaming ZAPiT Games announced today that it is set to launch the PlayGameWave.com gaming portal. This portal will provide Internet users access to its suite of award-winning, non-violent titles online for the... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25057/PlayGameWave.com-to-Introduce-Online-Gaming-Portal-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25057/PlayGameWave.com-to-Introduce-Online-Gaming-Portal-.htm Tue, 24 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTOnline Gaming The makers of Game Wave(C), the award-winning gaming console, bring their family-friendly multi-player games to the Internet ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25048/Resident-Evil-5-More-action-than-fright-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25048/Resident-Evil-5-More-action-than-fright-.htm Tue, 24 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Surviving over a decade for a games franchise, with a few missteps along the way, is an impressive enough achievement . Capcom's Resident Evil 5 (R18) only had to stick to its proven formula, dress it... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25045/Uno-Rush-Comes-to-Xbox-Live-Arcade-on-Wednesday-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25045/Uno-Rush-Comes-to-Xbox-Live-Arcade-on-Wednesday-.htm Tue, 24 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live A spin on one of the most popular Xbox Live Arcade games is coming to Xbox Live Arcade this week. Uno Rush will be releasing this Wednesday, March 25, for 800 points ($10). This Xbox 360 exclusive spe... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25040/OnLive-Will-it-beat-Xbox-360--PS3-and-Wii-at-their-own-game--.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25040/OnLive-Will-it-beat-Xbox-360--PS3-and-Wii-at-their-own-game--.htm Tue, 24 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTPS3 Games The game console as you know could be about to change forever. OnLive streams high-end games to your PC, Mac or a tiny console that plugs into your TV. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25034/Sony-launches--Hanuman-Boy-Warrior--on-PS2-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25034/Sony-launches--Hanuman-Boy-Warrior--on-PS2-.htm Tue, 24 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTPS2 Sony Computer Entertainment Europe on Wednesday announced the launch of 'Hanuman-Boy Warrior', a game with mythological content on PlayStation2. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25031/Boom-Blox-Bash-Party-Hands-On-[Wii]-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25031/Boom-Blox-Bash-Party-Hands-On-[Wii]-.htm Tue, 24 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii Games Spielberg's puzzler returns to the Wii, and we got hands on with the second outing. Find out how the blox are shaping up in our first look. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25030/Wii-Game-Hits-Sales-Record-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25030/Wii-Game-Hits-Sales-Record-.htm Tue, 24 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii Games Wii Play has joined Wii Sports to top 10 milion sales in the U.S. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25051/IBM-ships-50-millionth-90nm-Wii-CPU-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25051/IBM-ships-50-millionth-90nm-Wii-CPU-.htm Tue, 24 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Not to be outdone by AMD's recent achievement of shipping 50 million Wii GPUs (content/view/41694/118/) (and GPUs for Xbox as well), IBM has announced that their CPUs have now powered all 50 million W... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25058/OnLive-Aims-To-Deliver-On-Demand-Gaming--No-Console-Required-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/25058/OnLive-Aims-To-Deliver-On-Demand-Gaming--No-Console-Required-.htm Tue, 24 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTOnline Gaming Another week, another trade event. This week it is the Game Developers Conference in San Francisco, so you can expect more game related announcements over the next few days. One of the launches going ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24987/Guitar-Hero-Metallica-demo-thrashes-onto-Xbox-Live-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24987/Guitar-Hero-Metallica-demo-thrashes-onto-Xbox-Live-.htm Sat, 21 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Mighty Met's "Seek and Destroy," "Sad But True" lead now-available four-pack sampler that also includes Alice in Chains, Queen tunes. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24983/Game-console-sales-show-unexpected-strength-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24983/Game-console-sales-show-unexpected-strength-.htm Sat, 21 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTPS3 Games Recession? What recession? February brought the sixth best unit sales result for game console makers since November 2006. Nintendo and Microsoft posted substantial increases over February last year. P... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24996/iPhone-becomes-a-gaming-powerhouse-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24996/iPhone-becomes-a-gaming-powerhouse-.htm Sat, 21 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTWireless Gaming It happened as inconspicuously as Sam Snake sneaking around enemy territory. Over the past 18 months, the Apple iPhone 3G has quietly evolved into a portable gaming powerhouse. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24914/Major-League-Baseball-2K9-Review-[Wii]-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24914/Major-League-Baseball-2K9-Review-[Wii]-.htm Thu, 19 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii Games MLB 2K9 for the Wii is still a flawed distortion of baseball, but it's definitely a better bet than its Xbox 360 and PS3 cousins. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24930/UIEvolution-Brings-the-First-Xbox-360-Achievement-Guide-to-the-iPhone-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24930/UIEvolution-Brings-the-First-Xbox-360-Achievement-Guide-to-the-iPhone-.htm Thu, 19 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live XBOX 360 Online Gaming UIEvolution, the global leader of digital multimedia publishing software, today announces the iPhone release of the Unofficial Xbox Achievement Guide, the most comprehensive guide for achievement game... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24929/Microsoft-addressing-Live-billing-issues-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24929/Microsoft-addressing-Live-billing-issues-.htm Thu, 19 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Major problems revealed by the Major Microsoft concede this morning that Xbox Live is experiencing a few "billing issues", but that the platform holder are working to resolve these problems as soon as... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24934/BIT.TRIP.BEAT--Summer-Games-II-Headline-WiiWare--Virtual-Console-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24934/BIT.TRIP.BEAT--Summer-Games-II-Headline-WiiWare--Virtual-Console-.htm Thu, 19 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Since most of us are still busy working out the tough-as-nails challenges in Peggle on Xbox Live Arcade, maybe it's not such a big deal that Nintendo's downloadable offerings are a little on the light... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24943/Gadget-Adviser-4-gaming-add-ons-that-really-do-add-on-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24943/Gadget-Adviser-4-gaming-add-ons-that-really-do-add-on-.htm Thu, 19 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTOnline Gaming You want to get more out of the stuff you already have, these days. For video gamers, accessories are the quickest way to make that console feel out-of-the-box new. A controller that fits the hands be... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24885/Online-social-networking-pushes-beyond-its-virtual-world-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24885/Online-social-networking-pushes-beyond-its-virtual-world-.htm Wed, 18 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTOnline Gaming Video game player finds social outlet in hobby online For Brad Bretz, social networking brought gaming out of the basement. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24882/Best-Mice-for-Gaming-and-General-Computer-Use-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24882/Best-Mice-for-Gaming-and-General-Computer-Use-.htm Wed, 18 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTWireless Gaming Yesterday I talked about some of my best picks for the top keyboards for gaming and general computer use. Today I am going to look at the other input device -- the computer mouse. The mouse is very co... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24879/Devil-May-Cry-Series-Passes-10m-News-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24879/Devil-May-Cry-Series-Passes-10m-News-.htm Wed, 18 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Dante, Nero and Co shifts over 10 million units since the series appearance back in 2001... ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24873/Xbox-360-and-EA-Bring-Beloved-HASBRO-FAMILY-GAME-NIGHT-to-Next-Generation-of-Players-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24873/Xbox-360-and-EA-Bring-Beloved-HASBRO-FAMILY-GAME-NIGHT-to-Next-Generation-of-Players-.htm Wed, 18 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live inspired family-friendly games to launch on Xbox LIVE. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24871/PSN-finally-better-than-Xbox-Live----Devs-think-so-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24871/PSN-finally-better-than-Xbox-Live----Devs-think-so-.htm Wed, 18 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Playstation Network (PSN) and Xbox Live (XBL) have become the two dominant console services out there currently. Both services pretty much cater to the same audience, with the purpose of providing mul... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24867/Game-publishers-to-Sony-Cut-PS3-price-or-lose-out-to-Nintendo-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24867/Game-publishers-to-Sony-Cut-PS3-price-or-lose-out-to-Nintendo-.htm Wed, 18 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTPS3 Games Sony Corp. is under pressure from video game publishers to cut the price of the PlayStation 3 console or risk seeing more development funds shift to Nintendo Co.'s Wii. Sony, which has resisted calls ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24822/Microsoft-s-Xbox-Live-still-leading-the-downloadable-games-field-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24822/Microsoft-s-Xbox-Live-still-leading-the-downloadable-games-field-.htm Mon, 16 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Real news from the virtual world: ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24826/-Dead--makes-Wii-debut-and-gorefest-continues-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24826/-Dead--makes-Wii-debut-and-gorefest-continues-.htm Mon, 16 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii The new “House of the Dead: Overkill” is a pleasant surprise on many levels. Surprisingly gory, surprisingly transfixing for all its simplicity, surprisingly playable for a “Light Gun” game th... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24821/3DVIA-announces-Virtools-support-for-Xbox-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24821/3DVIA-announces-Virtools-support-for-Xbox-.htm Mon, 16 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live CONCORD, PARIS: Dassault Systemes (DS), provider of 3D application solutions has announced Xbox 360 support in the latest release of its game development engine , 3DVIA Virtools 5. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24817/Revamped-RX-78-7-Gundam-to-Be-in-Gundam-Senki-PS3-Game-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24817/Revamped-RX-78-7-Gundam-to-Be-in-Gundam-Senki-PS3-Game-.htm Mon, 16 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTPS3 Games The April 10 issue of Enterbrain's Weekly Famitsu magazine will announce on Friday that a new Mobile Suit Gundam Battlefield Record U.C. 0081 (Kidand#333; Senshi Gundam Senki U.C. 0081) game for the Son... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24754/Sony-take-Japanese-hardware-crown-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24754/Sony-take-Japanese-hardware-crown-.htm Sun, 15 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTPS2 Big win for PSP and PS3 Sony have taken both first and second spots in the Japanese hardware sales race for the week ending March 8th, the PS3 and PSP conspiring to reach nearly 100,000 sales over... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24768/Resident-Evil-5-Game-Guide-[Xbox-360]-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24768/Resident-Evil-5-Game-Guide-[Xbox-360]-.htm Sun, 15 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Keep evil in check with our complete walkthrough of Resident Evil 5. Check it out for boss battles, cooperative tips, and achievement/trophy lists! ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24778/ZAPiT-Games-to-Introduce-True-Peer-To-Peer-Game-Play-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24778/ZAPiT-Games-to-Introduce-True-Peer-To-Peer-Game-Play-.htm Sun, 15 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTOnline Gaming The makers of Game Wave, the award-winning family gaming console, brings their multi-player gaming philosophy to the iPhone, Blackberry and the net ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24706/Game-review--March-Madness--invades-Xbox-Live-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24706/Game-review--March-Madness--invades-Xbox-Live-.htm Sat, 14 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Selection Sunday is here and publisher Electronic Arts is looking to cash in with "NCAA Basketball 09: March Madness Edition. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24710/News-Huge-Gears-2-patch--map-pack-soon-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24710/News-Huge-Gears-2-patch--map-pack-soon-.htm Sat, 14 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Experience system, Achievements, more. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24701/BioShock-2-for-PS3-and-Xbox-360-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24701/BioShock-2-for-PS3-and-Xbox-360-.htm Sat, 14 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTPS3 Games Premise hints emerge online Word in from Game Informer magazine stateside, and UK site CVG , reveals that BioShock 2 won't be an Xbox 360 exclusive; the new FPS-RPG sequel on the way to... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24720/Report-online-gaming-drops-on-PC--Wii-beats-out-PS3-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24720/Report-online-gaming-drops-on-PC--Wii-beats-out-PS3-.htm Sat, 14 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTOnline Gaming A new report from the NPD Group shows that online gaming is up, PC gaming is slightly down, and the Xbox 360 is sitting on top of the console heap for online play. Of the 20,000 people polled for... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24661/360-claims-half-of-all-online-console-gaming-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24661/360-claims-half-of-all-online-console-gaming-.htm Fri, 13 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTOnline Gaming New NPD report entitled Online Gaming 2009 claims that consoles account for 25% of all online gaming ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24654/Fable-2-Still-Has-Tales-to-Tell-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24654/Fable-2-Still-Has-Tales-to-Tell-.htm Fri, 13 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live According to a recent post on the Lionhead community website , Fable 2 for the Xbox 360 has already sold 2,600,000 copies, making it one of the system's highest selling RPGs. To go along with the game... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24651/Resident-Evil-5-Game-Guide-[Xbox-360]-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24651/Resident-Evil-5-Game-Guide-[Xbox-360]-.htm Fri, 13 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Keep evil in check with our complete walkthrough of Resident Evil 5. Check it out for boss battles, cooperative tips, and achievement/trophy lists! ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24652/News-Huge-Gears-2-patch--map-pack-soon-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24652/News-Huge-Gears-2-patch--map-pack-soon-.htm Fri, 13 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Experience system, Achievements, more. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24643/BioShock-2-for-PS3-and-Xbox-360-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24643/BioShock-2-for-PS3-and-Xbox-360-.htm Fri, 13 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTPS3 Games Premise hints emerge online Word in from Game Informer magazine stateside, and UK site CVG , reveals that BioShock 2 won't be an Xbox 360 exclusive; the new FPS-RPG sequel on the way to... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24638/Sony-take-Japanese-hardware-crown-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24638/Sony-take-Japanese-hardware-crown-.htm Fri, 13 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTPS2 Big win for PSP and PS3 Sony have taken both first and second spots in the Japanese hardware sales race for the week ending March 8th, the PS3 and PSP conspiring to reach nearly 100,000 sales over... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24636/Nintendo-DS-Zooms-to-100-Million-Unit-Mark-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24636/Nintendo-DS-Zooms-to-100-Million-Unit-Mark-.htm Fri, 13 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii Games Global sales of the Nintendo DS handheld topped 100 million in 4 years and 3 months -- a milestone reached at the quickest pace for any video game console -- the Japanese manufacturer said Thursday. W... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24635/Video-games-Wii-gets-Mature-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24635/Video-games-Wii-gets-Mature-.htm Fri, 13 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii Games Nintendo's family-friendly console is drawing some heat with a rash of games geared for grown-ups, including the bloody new "MadWorld." ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24625/AMD-ships-50-millionth-GPU-to-Nintendo-for-Wii-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24625/AMD-ships-50-millionth-GPU-to-Nintendo-for-Wii-.htm Fri, 13 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii Games AMD has announced that is has shipped the 50 millionth ATI Hollywood graphics processor for Nintendo's Wii games console. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24595/PhysX-Integrated-Into-Gamebryo-Engine-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24595/PhysX-Integrated-Into-Gamebryo-Engine-.htm Tue, 10 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Emergent Game Technologies' Wii implementation of its Gamebryo engine now includes Nvidia PhysX technology, the two companies said today. The announcement of support for the PhysX middleware SDK app... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24593/Peggle-Finally-On-Xbox-Live-Arcade-This-Wednesday-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24593/Peggle-Finally-On-Xbox-Live-Arcade-This-Wednesday-.htm Tue, 10 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live You can't avoid Peggle this month. There's Peggle on the Mac, Peggle on the iPhone and as of this Wednesday, Peggle on Xbox Live Arcade, complete with online multiplayer. Peggle will se... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24602/Disney---Pixar-s-Up-Coming-to-All-Major-Gaming-Platforms-This-Spring-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24602/Disney---Pixar-s-Up-Coming-to-All-Major-Gaming-Platforms-This-Spring-.htm Tue, 10 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTWireless Gaming Action adventure game will take players to the unexplored worlds of South America to encounter exotic animals and villainous enemies. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24606/NPD-Xbox-360-Remains-Online-Gaming-Leader-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24606/NPD-Xbox-360-Remains-Online-Gaming-Leader-.htm Tue, 10 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTOnline Gaming The NPD Group has released a new report, Online Gaming 2009, which shows that online gaming continues to gain significance. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24542/Using-Netflix-on-your-XBox-360-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24542/Using-Netflix-on-your-XBox-360-.htm Sun, 08 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live If you have an XBox 360 and a NetFlix account, you can stream movies LIVE to your TV through the XBox 360's internet connection! This is a great way to instantly watch and enjoy any movie in your NetF... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24540/PGR4-DLC-is-Xbox-Live-Deal-of-the-Week-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24540/PGR4-DLC-is-Xbox-Live-Deal-of-the-Week-.htm Sun, 08 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live The Xbox Live Deal of the Week savings continue today with 40 percent off the Premium Challenge Pack for Project Gotham Racing 4 . Normally priced at 5$ (400 Microsoft points), Xbox L... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24535/Free-Patapon-2-Mini-Game-Launched-For-PC-and-Mac-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24535/Free-Patapon-2-Mini-Game-Launched-For-PC-and-Mac-.htm Sun, 08 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTPS3 Games Jump online and start banging beats with the free Patapon 2 mini-game. March 9, 2009 - LONDON, United Kingdom - March 9, 2009 - Sony Computer Entertainment Europe announced today that SPIL GAMES will ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24536/Game-news-Sony-s-PSP-push;-the-Beatles-set-a-date-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24536/Game-news-Sony-s-PSP-push;-the-Beatles-set-a-date-.htm Sun, 08 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTPS3 Games Real news from the virtual world: ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24532/PS2-celebrates-ten-years-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24532/PS2-celebrates-ten-years-.htm Sun, 08 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTPS2 Many happy returns The PlayStation 2 console was ten years old yesterday, so happy birthday to Sony's groundbreaking system. The system debuted in Japan way back on March 4th 2000, with Octo... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24529/Video-Game-Review--Killzone-2--.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24529/Video-Game-Review--Killzone-2--.htm Sun, 08 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii Games "Killzone 2" is a game that is under a lot of pressure. With Sony falling behind the Xbox 360 and the Nintendo Wii for market share, the PlayStation 3 needs a killer app, a game that is fun, challeng... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24491/Riddick-demo-assaults-Xbox-Live-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24491/Riddick-demo-assaults-Xbox-Live-.htm Sat, 07 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Taster of sequel to Escape From Butcher Bay is now available for download on Xbox Live; PSN demo coming later this month. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24490/Wheelman-demo-available-via-Live-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24490/Wheelman-demo-available-via-Live-.htm Sat, 07 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Ubisoft and Midway Newcastle have announced that an official Wheelman demo is available on the Xbox LIVE online entertainment network. The demo will be available for download on the PlayStation Networ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24487/Microsoft-Begins-Six-Week-Xbox-Live-Arcade-Promotion-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24487/Microsoft-Begins-Six-Week-Xbox-Live-Arcade-Promotion-.htm Sat, 07 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Microsoft says it plans to repeat the success of last year's "Summer of Arcade" Xbox Live Arcade promotion for the Xbox 360 with its new "Days of Arcade" campaign. As detailed by the company's Larry... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24483/Watchmen-game-hits-360-and-PS3-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24483/Watchmen-game-hits-360-and-PS3-.htm Sat, 07 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTPS3 Games Become the Nite Owl The officially licensed Watchmen: The End is Nigh game has now been released on the Xbox Live Arcade, and on the PlayStation Network. The new film, base... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24482/PS3-wins-Japanese-hardware-tussle-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24482/PS3-wins-Japanese-hardware-tussle-.htm Sat, 07 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTPS2 Yakuza release sees Sony top chart The latest hardware numbers are in from Japan, the PS3 outselling every other system in last week's sales battle. The launch of Sega's action-packed Yakuza 3 is ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24477/Nintendo-DSi-First-look-photos-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24477/Nintendo-DSi-First-look-photos-.htm Sat, 07 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii Games Our colleagues in the UK have already got their mitts on a brand-new Nintendo DSi. We could pout, but instead have decided to take the more mature path and share their happy snaps with you. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24500/Microsoft-Sidewinder-X8-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24500/Microsoft-Sidewinder-X8-.htm Sat, 07 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTWireless Gaming Unlike the Revoltec Fightmouse this new Sidewinder is a wireless mouse, coming with a receiver that plugs into a USB port, and which doubles as a charger for the mouse's rechargeable battery. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24501/Nintendo-unveils-new-DSi-portable-console.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24501/Nintendo-unveils-new-DSi-portable-console.htm Sat, 07 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTOther systems The friends at portable-console.com report that gaming giant Nintendo has unveiled its new version of the DS handheld ga... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24503/Amazon-Jumps-Into-Video-Games-Trade-ins.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24503/Amazon-Jumps-Into-Video-Games-Trade-ins.htm Sat, 07 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTOnline Gaming PS3 Games World's largest online retailer offering gift cards in return for old video games. E-commerce giant Amazon has unveiled a ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24434/NXE-Will-Soon-Be-a-Mandatory-Update-for-All-Xbox-360s-[Nxe]-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24434/NXE-Will-Soon-Be-a-Mandatory-Update-for-All-Xbox-360s-[Nxe]-.htm Wed, 04 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live As of now, a few Xbox owners have been holed up in a cave, fending off The New Xbox Experience with a torch (and not connecting to LIVE). Those dark days must end. Starting with HAWX and MLB2K9,... ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24433/UK-Xbox-Live-users-to-get-Netflix--.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24433/UK-Xbox-Live-users-to-get-Netflix--.htm Wed, 04 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Microsoft looking to bring movie downloads across the pond Microsoft has revealed it is considering bring Netflix - the US online film rental service - to Xbox Live users in the UK. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24431/Riddick-demo-assaults-Xbox-Live-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24431/Riddick-demo-assaults-Xbox-Live-.htm Wed, 04 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Taster of sequel to Escape From Butcher Bay is now available for download on Xbox Live; PSN demo coming later this month. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24432/Halo-3-Exceeds-1-Billion-Matches-on-Xbox-Live-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24432/Halo-3-Exceeds-1-Billion-Matches-on-Xbox-Live-.htm Wed, 04 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live We all know that Halo has been Microsoft's bread and butter for the Xbox business. Today, developer Bungie shed a little more light on just how incredibly popular the latest Halo has been. As of Satur... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24428/PS3-Sells-2-Million-In-The-UK-News-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24428/PS3-Sells-2-Million-In-The-UK-News-.htm Wed, 04 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTPS3 Games The PS3 has sold 2 million units in the UK, while the PSP passes the 3 million milestone... ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24423/Will-Killzone-2-spur-PS3-sales--.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24423/Will-Killzone-2-spur-PS3-sales--.htm Wed, 04 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTPS2 One criticism of the PS3 has been there just aren't enough enticing exclusive titles to make you want to buy the system. Well, Sony now has one with Killzone 2, which is getting rave reviews. But will... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24381/Capcom-s-360-Focus-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24381/Capcom-s-360-Focus-.htm Tue, 03 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Why did Capcom spend so much time solely with the Xbox? March 3, 2009 - Many of Capcom's most anticipated titles have been going multiplatform as of late -- look at the recently released Street Fighte... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24377/Hasbro-Family-Game-Night---Xbox-Live...-Unlockables-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24377/Hasbro-Family-Game-Night---Xbox-Live...-Unlockables-.htm Tue, 03 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live 5 Times Win! (25) - Win a total of 5 games of Sorry! against a friend A column of 7 (20) - Place 5+ tiles in one go to create a vertical 7 letter word. Only available in NA and English. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24373/A-Third-Of-Potential-God-Of-War-3-Buyers-Don-t-Own-PS3-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24373/A-Third-Of-Potential-God-Of-War-3-Buyers-Don-t-Own-PS3-.htm Tue, 03 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTPS3 Games This God of War 3 thing? Yeah, it has people pretty excited. So excited, in fact, that 1/3 of potential buyers don't even own a PlayStation 3 yet. And that could mean big things for Sony... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24375/Ninja-Gaiden-2-DLC-is-Xbox-Live-Deal-of-the-Week-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24375/Ninja-Gaiden-2-DLC-is-Xbox-Live-Deal-of-the-Week-.htm Tue, 03 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live The newly revived Xbox Live Deal of the Week promotion returns again today with loads of savings for Ninja Gaiden fans. Microsoft is currently offering the Mission Mode add-on for la... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24359/Capcom-s-Inafune-Xbox-360-Was--The-Only-Way--To-Break-Into-The-West-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24359/Capcom-s-Inafune-Xbox-360-Was--The-Only-Way--To-Break-Into-The-West-.htm Tue, 03 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX 360 Games Capcom's Keiji Inafune, creator of Mega Man and Dead Rising, says that developing on Xbox 360 was the leading catalyst in the company's successful Western initiatives. "I think I can only get away w... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24355/Video-games-Sega-takes-Wii-in-new-directions-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24355/Video-games-Sega-takes-Wii-in-new-directions-.htm Tue, 03 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii Games Real news from the virtual world: ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24354/Reimagined-Boy-and-His-Blob-Coming-to-Wii-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24354/Reimagined-Boy-and-His-Blob-Coming-to-Wii-.htm Tue, 03 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii Games Readers younger than 25 may not remember the NES adventure game A Boy and His Blob , but GoNintendo reports that the game is getting a Wii revamp for a new generation. There aren't many det... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24387/PlayPhone-Introduces-Wireless-Retailer-Program-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24387/PlayPhone-Introduces-Wireless-Retailer-Program-.htm Tue, 03 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTWireless Gaming PlayPhone, Inc., the global leader in branded mobile entertainment, announced today an industry-first Wireless Retailer Program that provides wireless retailers, agents and resellers a way to merchan... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24321/NCAA-Basketball-dribbling-on-Xbox-Live-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24321/NCAA-Basketball-dribbling-on-Xbox-Live-.htm Mon, 02 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Digitally distributed, scaled-down "March Madness Edition" of EA's collegiate b-baller coming to Microsoft's online service March 11 for $15. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24318/Week-in-gaming-Xbox-Live--PSP-buzz--and-Wii-downloads-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24318/Week-in-gaming-Xbox-Live--PSP-buzz--and-Wii-downloads-.htm Mon, 02 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Out of nowhere, one of the biggest announcements this week was the news that the PSP is getting three new high-profile games. They could end up being ports—something that has plagued the system ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24315/GTA-5-To-Be-PS3-Bound--.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24315/GTA-5-To-Be-PS3-Bound--.htm Mon, 02 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTPS3 Games There has been recent discussion of the exclusivity of Grand Theft Auto 5, regarding the statements Rockstar has made toward the Xbox 360. This is a two sided article formed by two different opinions ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24316/Sony-PS3-is-on-Purpose-hard-to-develop-for-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24316/Sony-PS3-is-on-Purpose-hard-to-develop-for-.htm Mon, 02 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTPS3 Games Sony Kaz Hirai said according to CNET in an interview with the Official Playstation Magazine that the Sony PS3 is hard to develop for on purpose. The Sony restructuring is not going to be enough to t... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24328/Game-review-Buzz--Quiz-TV-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24328/Game-review-Buzz--Quiz-TV-.htm Mon, 02 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTWireless Gaming Sony's game show sim makes its PS3 debut, compiling a handful of previous Buzz! titles and adding a dash of the new. The simple concept still delivers solid hours of party gaming fun. If only we could... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24332/A-Buyer-s-Guide-for-Aspiring-Gamers-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24332/A-Buyer-s-Guide-for-Aspiring-Gamers-.htm Mon, 02 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTOnline Gaming Console or computer? PlayStation or Wii? Here's what you need to know to set up your home gaming system. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24333/Microsoft-pulls-plug-on-original-Xbox-support-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24333/Microsoft-pulls-plug-on-original-Xbox-support-.htm Mon, 02 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTOnline Gaming Publisher discontinues out-of-warranty repairs on console after 8.5 years; support documentation posted online. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24267/-Killzone-2--biggest-shooting-game-title-for-2009-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24267/-Killzone-2--biggest-shooting-game-title-for-2009-.htm Sun, 01 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Also, 'Dead Rising: Chop 'Til You Drop' released for Wii users ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24258/Watchmen-game-clocks-in-at-$20-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24258/Watchmen-game-clocks-in-at-$20-.htm Sun, 01 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTPS3 Games Warner Bros. confirms price point for first downloadable episode of PC, Xbox 360, and PS3 film tie-in. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24259/mLani-introduces-new--MoBi--FPS-controller-for-PS3-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24259/mLani-introduces-new--MoBi--FPS-controller-for-PS3-.htm Sun, 01 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTPS3 Games There's not exactly a wealth of information about this one just yet, but peripheral maker mLani (started by the former founder of SplitFish ) looks to be doing its best to make PC gamers feel ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24265/My-Top-5-Favorite-Games-of-2008-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24265/My-Top-5-Favorite-Games-of-2008-.htm Sun, 01 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live While the site was down I decided to reflect on 2008 and finally cobble together a list of my favorite console game experiences. Without further adieu, I present My Top 5 Favorite Games of 2008. 5. �... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24250/Sony-PS3-is-on-Purpose-hard-to-develop-for-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24250/Sony-PS3-is-on-Purpose-hard-to-develop-for-.htm Sun, 01 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTPS2 Sony Kaz Hirai said according to CNET in an interview with the Official Playstation Magazine that the Sony PS3 is hard to develop for on purpose. The Sony restructuring is not going to be enough to t... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24241/Xbox-360-red-ring-of-death-problems-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24241/Xbox-360-red-ring-of-death-problems-.htm Sun, 01 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX 360 Games Is your Xbox 360 red in the face? No, not that kind of red , but facing that painstakingly loathsome red ring of death ? Well, if group product manager Aaron Greenberg knows anything about the ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24275/Feature-Xbox-Live-FAQ-about-gaming-online-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24275/Feature-Xbox-Live-FAQ-about-gaming-online-.htm Sun, 01 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTOnline Gaming This resource rounds up answers to all the questions we are frequently asked about gaming online with Xbox Live, from getting connected to games, membership, points and more. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24278/PlayStation-Network-claims-20-million-users-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24278/PlayStation-Network-claims-20-million-users-.htm Sun, 01 Mar 2009 23:00:00 GMTOnline Gaming While the PlayStation 3 continues to be regarded as the runner-up in online console gaming, the system's growing library of free to play online titles has helped PlayStation Network (PSN) grow to doub... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24210/-Killzone-2--biggest-shooting-game-title-for-2009-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24210/-Killzone-2--biggest-shooting-game-title-for-2009-.htm Fri, 27 Feb 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Also, 'Dead Rising: Chop 'Til You Drop' released for Wii users ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24211/Tomb-Raider-Underworld-DLC-unearthed-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24211/Tomb-Raider-Underworld-DLC-unearthed-.htm Fri, 27 Feb 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live First Xbox 360-exclusive add-on pack for Eidos' Lara Croft-led action adventure now available; second expansion due in March. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24199/Watchmen-game-clocks-in-at-$20-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24199/Watchmen-game-clocks-in-at-$20-.htm Fri, 27 Feb 2009 23:00:00 GMTPS3 Games Warner Bros. confirms price point for first downloadable episode of PC, Xbox 360, and PS3 film tie-in. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24204/Week-in-gaming-Xbox-Live--PSP-buzz--and-Wii-downloads-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24204/Week-in-gaming-Xbox-Live--PSP-buzz--and-Wii-downloads-.htm Fri, 27 Feb 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Out of nowhere, one of the biggest announcements this week was the news that the PSP is getting three new high-profile games. They could end up being ports—something that has plagued the system ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24192/F.-E.-A.-R.-2--Military-unit-meets-X-Files-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24192/F.-E.-A.-R.-2--Military-unit-meets-X-Files-.htm Fri, 27 Feb 2009 23:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii Games Alma may not have captured the imagination of the mass entertainment market the way Jason Voorhees, Freddy Krueger or even the creepy dead girl from The Ring has, but video game fans know she's one sp... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24191/id-Software-Open-To-Developing-For-Wii-After-All-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24191/id-Software-Open-To-Developing-For-Wii-After-All-.htm Fri, 27 Feb 2009 23:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii Games How times change. While Carmack once said that he couldn't see id developing for the Wii, they've changed their tune somewhat since then. Apparently id is in talks to make an exclusive Wii... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24184/Seven-great-Xbox-360-Community-Games-you-need-to-get-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24184/Seven-great-Xbox-360-Community-Games-you-need-to-get-.htm Fri, 27 Feb 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX 360 Games Microsoft's Community Games service was designed to deliver amateur-developed Xbox 360 games cheaply to the masses. The problem is, most amateur-developed games suck. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24143/Xbox-360-beats-Wii--PS3-in-Japan-weekly-sales-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24143/Xbox-360-beats-Wii--PS3-in-Japan-weekly-sales-.htm Thu, 26 Feb 2009 23:00:00 GMTPS3 Games TOKYO, Feb 26 (Reuters) - Microsoft Corp's Xbox 360 outsold rival machines from Nintendo and Sony for the first time in five months in Japan last week, helped by Square Enix's popular role-p... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24146/50-Cent-Proud-Of--Intense--New-Video-Game--Says-Eminem-Cheats-At--Pac-Man--.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24146/50-Cent-Proud-Of--Intense--New-Video-Game--Says-Eminem-Cheats-At--Pac-Man--.htm Thu, 26 Feb 2009 23:00:00 GMTPS3 Games 50 Cent talked about his new video game, "50 Cent: Blood on the Sand," out Tuesday on Xbox 360 and PS3. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24140/ESA-s-Wallet-Snaps--PSN-s-Membership-Crackles--Game-Sale-Ban-Pops-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24140/ESA-s-Wallet-Snaps--PSN-s-Membership-Crackles--Game-Sale-Ban-Pops-.htm Thu, 26 Feb 2009 23:00:00 GMTPS2 It was another mixed bag of news for the gaming industry over the past week. Financial papers filed with the Internal Revenue Service revealed that while 2007 and 2008 were strong years for the U.S. g... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24141/-Assassin-s-Creed----LittleBigPlanet--Coming-To-PSP-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24141/-Assassin-s-Creed----LittleBigPlanet--Coming-To-PSP-.htm Thu, 26 Feb 2009 23:00:00 GMTPS2 Sony unveiled their PSP lineup for 2009 today, and it contains a number of major games and franchies. Assassin's Creed is on the way, as is a portable version of LittleBigPlanet , which will still all... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24128/Seven-great-Xbox-360-Community-Games-you-need-to-get-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24128/Seven-great-Xbox-360-Community-Games-you-need-to-get-.htm Thu, 26 Feb 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX 360 Games Microsoft's Community Games service was designed to deliver amateur-developed Xbox 360 games cheaply to the masses. The problem is, most amateur-developed games suck. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24129/Wallace-and-Gromit-s-Grand-Adventures-Episode-1-Hands-On-[Xbox-360]-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24129/Wallace-and-Gromit-s-Grand-Adventures-Episode-1-Hands-On-[Xbox-360]-.htm Thu, 26 Feb 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX 360 Games Wallace and Gromit are set to star in a new adventure series by Telltale Games, the developer of Sam and Max. We went hands-on with the first episode on the Xbox 360. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24157/Microsoft-SideWinder-X8-Mouse-Promises-Lag-Free-Wireless-Gaming-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24157/Microsoft-SideWinder-X8-Mouse-Promises-Lag-Free-Wireless-Gaming-.htm Thu, 26 Feb 2009 23:00:00 GMTWireless Gaming Microsoft's new SideWinder X8 wireless mouse features BlueTrack technology that processes 13,000 frames per second...just don't use it on glass. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24160/Feature-Xbox-Live-FAQ-about-gaming-online-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24160/Feature-Xbox-Live-FAQ-about-gaming-online-.htm Thu, 26 Feb 2009 23:00:00 GMTOnline Gaming This resource rounds up answers to all the questions we are frequently asked about gaming online with Xbox Live, from getting connected to games, membership, points and more. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24161/PlayStation-Network-claims-20-million-users-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24161/PlayStation-Network-claims-20-million-users-.htm Thu, 26 Feb 2009 23:00:00 GMTOnline Gaming While the PlayStation 3 continues to be regarded as the runner-up in online console gaming, the system's growing library of free to play online titles has helped PlayStation Network (PSN) grow to doub... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24097/Microsoft-Repairing-Xbox-360--Renewal-of-Death-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24097/Microsoft-Repairing-Xbox-360--Renewal-of-Death-.htm Mon, 23 Feb 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Have any trouble renewing your Xbox Live Gold membership lately? Seen your account go into digital cardiac arrest and nearly follow along with the physiological variety when your achievements go tood... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24091/Report-56-Percent-Of-Xbox-Live-Members-Were-Gold--Pre-NXE-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24091/Report-56-Percent-Of-Xbox-Live-Members-Were-Gold--Pre-NXE-.htm Mon, 23 Feb 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live A global total of 56 percent of Xbox Live users have purchased a Gold membership of the online service -- 60 percent in the U.S., according to Microsoft documents dating from before the launch of th... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24092/Monsters-Vs.-Aliens-Demo-on-Xbox-Live-Marketplace-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24092/Monsters-Vs.-Aliens-Demo-on-Xbox-Live-Marketplace-.htm Mon, 23 Feb 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live The Xbox LIVE demo features a sample of 3 levels straight from the game ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24090/Week-in-video-game-news-Sony-counting-on-software;-Nintendo-s-new-portable-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24090/Week-in-video-game-news-Sony-counting-on-software;-Nintendo-s-new-portable-.htm Mon, 23 Feb 2009 23:00:00 GMTPS3 Games _SONY DELIGHT: With the worrisome state of the global economy, it's not the best time for Sony's PlayStation 3 — the most expensive of the three home video-game consoles — to be playing catch-up. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24099/Hope-For-Xbox-ers-With-AWOL-Achievements-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24099/Hope-For-Xbox-ers-With-AWOL-Achievements-.htm Mon, 23 Feb 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Remember the Xbox Live Fiasco mentioned the other day, in which expired emails were causing... ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24102/Gefen-Wireless-HDMI-Extender-Sends-HDTV-up-to-10-Meters-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24102/Gefen-Wireless-HDMI-Extender-Sends-HDTV-up-to-10-Meters-.htm Mon, 23 Feb 2009 23:00:00 GMTWireless Gaming DMN Newswire--2009-2-23--Connectivity solutions provider Gefen today announced its UWB ( ultra wideband) Wireless for HDMI Extender is shipping. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24107/Quake-boosts-browser-video-games-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24107/Quake-boosts-browser-video-games-.htm Mon, 23 Feb 2009 23:00:00 GMTOnline Gaming A version of Quake III is launched for the browser, as a new platform for gaming begins to emerge. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24108/Commodore-64-commandeers-Virtual-Console-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24108/Commodore-64-commandeers-Virtual-Console-.htm Mon, 23 Feb 2009 23:00:00 GMTOnline Gaming Wii downloadable game service goes retro with The Last Ninja, International Karate, PitStop II for 500 points each. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24046/Xbox-360-Worst-of-RROD-Behind-Us-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24046/Xbox-360-Worst-of-RROD-Behind-Us-.htm Thu, 19 Feb 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Aaron Greenberg (group product manager for Xbox and Xbox Live) has friends who have had their Xbox 360s fixed recently. How his friends feel about this is unclear. He speaks about this in a recent int... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24054/DICE-2009-David-Perry-on-the-Future-of-Gaming-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24054/DICE-2009-David-Perry-on-the-Future-of-Gaming-.htm Thu, 19 Feb 2009 23:00:00 GMTOnline Gaming What would happen if Will Wright released a game for free? February 19, 2009 - David Perry, co-founder of Acclaim Entertainment and a longtime veteran of the videogame industry, delivered his first ev... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24042/Street-Fighter-4-Game-Guide-[Xbox-360]-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24042/Street-Fighter-4-Game-Guide-[Xbox-360]-.htm Thu, 19 Feb 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Our Street Fighter IV guide will whip you into shape. Find out what's new, check out the moves for each character, and learn how to grab every achievement and trophy inside our guide! ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24040/Expired-e-mail-accounts-lead-to-broken-Xbox-Live-profiles-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24040/Expired-e-mail-accounts-lead-to-broken-Xbox-Live-profiles-.htm Thu, 19 Feb 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live A rather large problem has been identified in the way in which Xbox Live Gold accounts are registered and handled. It is so bad in fact, it can lead to you losing all of your achievements. The issue... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24041/Idle-Hotmail-Accounts-Could-Eat-Xbox-Gamertags-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24041/Idle-Hotmail-Accounts-Could-Eat-Xbox-Gamertags-.htm Thu, 19 Feb 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live A small but potentially disastrous glitch has hit users of the Xbox Live service who may not be checking their Hotmail accounts as often as they should be. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24035/Zadzooks-Review-of-Afro-Samurai--the-video-game-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24035/Zadzooks-Review-of-Afro-Samurai--the-video-game-.htm Thu, 19 Feb 2009 23:00:00 GMTPS3 Games Review of Afro Samurai, a video game for the PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 from Namco Bandai Games ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24036/Free-Unreal-Tournament-3-DLC-ultrakills-PC--PS3-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/24036/Free-Unreal-Tournament-3-DLC-ultrakills-PC--PS3-.htm Thu, 19 Feb 2009 23:00:00 GMTPS3 Games Massive content update for Midway and Epic Games' gladiatorial shooter adds new maps, modes, items, weapons, vehicles, playable characters on March 5. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23985/GTA-IV-DLC-arrives-on-Xbox-Live-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23985/GTA-IV-DLC-arrives-on-Xbox-Live-.htm Mon, 16 Feb 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Microsoft's Stephen McGill says Rockstar's content is indicative of “great attitude” towards DLC ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23991/Rock-Band-2-sales-near-2-million--franchise-ships-10-million-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23991/Rock-Band-2-sales-near-2-million--franchise-ships-10-million-.htm Mon, 16 Feb 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live MTV Games parent Viacom says Harmonix's rhythm game hit milestone more slowly than expected; touts series' top spot in global revenue for 2008. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23998/Gaming-Industry-Sales-Grow-In-January-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23998/Gaming-Industry-Sales-Grow-In-January-.htm Mon, 16 Feb 2009 23:00:00 GMTOnline Gaming The NPD Group reports that video game console and software sales continued to grow respectably last month, despite tough economic conditions here at home and abroad. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23935/Rock-Band-2-sales-near-2-million--franchise-ships-10-million-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23935/Rock-Band-2-sales-near-2-million--franchise-ships-10-million-.htm Sat, 14 Feb 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live MTV Games parent Viacom says Harmonix's rhythm game hit milestone more slowly than expected; touts series' top spot in global revenue for 2008. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23936/Netflix-Reaches-More-Than-10-Million-Subscribers-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23936/Netflix-Reaches-More-Than-10-Million-Subscribers-.htm Sat, 14 Feb 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Netflix said today its online movie rental service has reached over 10 million subscribers, reflecting its widespread and growing popularity among movie fans. The company says it has added more tha... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23927/Halo-Wars-Demo-Crushes-Xbox-Live-Download-Records-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23927/Halo-Wars-Demo-Crushes-Xbox-Live-Download-Records-.htm Sat, 14 Feb 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live There's something about Halo games that seemingly requires them to shatter at least one major record during their retail lifespan. Halo Wars isn't even be out yet, but that hasn'... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23930/Grand-Theft-Auto-4-Expansion-Steals-Free-Xbox-Live-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23930/Grand-Theft-Auto-4-Expansion-Steals-Free-Xbox-Live-.htm Sat, 14 Feb 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Microsoft is going all out to promote the Grand Theft Auto 4 expansion The Lost and Damned by giving everyone who downloads it free access to Microsoft's Xbox Live service for a week. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23925/8-reasons-why-God-of-War-3-will-be-PS3-s-bloodiest-game-yet-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23925/8-reasons-why-God-of-War-3-will-be-PS3-s-bloodiest-game-yet-.htm Sat, 14 Feb 2009 23:00:00 GMTPS3 Games The unedited God of War III trailer has just landed on our desks with a wet thump and we're now even more excited about the prospect of next-gen God of War. Not only because it reveals the entire leve... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23929/Microsoft-January-Xbox-Live-s-Biggest-Month-Yet-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23929/Microsoft-January-Xbox-Live-s-Biggest-Month-Yet-.htm Sat, 14 Feb 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Microsoft's Xbox Live online service had a record month in January thanks to strong interest in its Netflix partnership and exclusive downloadable game content, the company announced. Following yest... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23928/Exit-2-Officially-Confirmed-for-Xbox-Live-Arcade-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23928/Exit-2-Officially-Confirmed-for-Xbox-Live-Arcade-.htm Sat, 14 Feb 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Proving once again that, yes, your pretty much can believe everything you read on a German videogame ratings board's website, Exit 2 has been officially confirmed for an Xbox Live ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23944/Microsoft-s-Xbox-Live-remains-essential-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23944/Microsoft-s-Xbox-Live-remains-essential-.htm Sat, 14 Feb 2009 23:00:00 GMTOnline Gaming If you're at all interested in online gaming, you need an Xbox 360. For starters, it's home to the most popular multiplayer games, "Halo" and "Gears of War." And its redesigned interface, the New Xbo... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23877/Grand-Theft-Auto-4-Expansion-Steals-Free-Xbox-Live-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23877/Grand-Theft-Auto-4-Expansion-Steals-Free-Xbox-Live-.htm Wed, 11 Feb 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Microsoft and Rockstar team to promote GTA expansion, including a sampling of Xbox Live service. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23876/Minesweeper-Flags-Available-Now-For-Xbox-Live-Arcade-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23876/Minesweeper-Flags-Available-Now-For-Xbox-Live-Arcade-.htm Wed, 11 Feb 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live TikGames announced today the title's release via Xbox LIVE Arcade, so grab a controller and have fun with that special someone, blowing each other into oblivion for just 400 Microsoft points. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23886/Activision-Standalone-Guitar-Hero.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23886/Activision-Standalone-Guitar-Hero.htm Wed, 11 Feb 2009 23:00:00 GMTWireless Gaming of-the-Art Wireless Drum Kit Controller and Guitar Controllers ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23887/Controls-The-Current-Achilles-Heel-of-Console-Gaming-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23887/Controls-The-Current-Achilles-Heel-of-Console-Gaming-.htm Wed, 11 Feb 2009 23:00:00 GMTOnline Gaming Flexibility in terms of options and configurability for game control setups can only help the overall experience. I own Call of Duty: World at War on both the PS3 and the PC. Why? A few reasons (asid... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23889/Free-Radical-Design-purchase-accelerates-Crytek-s-console-plans-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23889/Free-Radical-Design-purchase-accelerates-Crytek-s-console-plans-.htm Wed, 11 Feb 2009 23:00:00 GMTOnline Gaming It's almost exactly a year since I last wrote on the apparently deadly threat of gaming to literacy. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23830/COD-World-at-War-map-pack-deploys-in-March-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23830/COD-World-at-War-map-pack-deploys-in-March-.htm Tue, 10 Feb 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Treyarch's WWII shooter will expand next month with three new competitive multiplayer arenas, zombie-infused cooperative map. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23828/Xbox-Live-Multiplayer-Goes-Free-For-GTA-IV-Expansion-Week-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23828/Xbox-Live-Multiplayer-Goes-Free-For-GTA-IV-Expansion-Week-.htm Tue, 10 Feb 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Celebrating the release of Grand Theft Auto IV's Xbox 360-exclusive episode, The Lost and Damned, Microsoft will make its Xbox Live multiplayer service -- usually reserved for Gold members -- availabl... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23826/Grand-Theft-Auto-4-Expansion-Steals-Free-Xbox-Live-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23826/Grand-Theft-Auto-4-Expansion-Steals-Free-Xbox-Live-.htm Tue, 10 Feb 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Microsoft and Rockstar team to promote GTA expansion, including a sampling of Xbox Live service. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23822/EA-confirms-GI-Joe-game-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23822/EA-confirms-GI-Joe-game-.htm Tue, 10 Feb 2009 23:00:00 GMTPS3 Games Hasbro and EA team up for movie-inspired title EA have revealed a GI Joe videogame in line with the forthcoming movie, which will be in cinemas from August 7th. The game will be for 360, PS3, PS2, PSP... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23821/PlayStation-Network-Details-Spring-PS3--PSP-Debuts-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23821/PlayStation-Network-Details-Spring-PS3--PSP-Debuts-.htm Tue, 10 Feb 2009 23:00:00 GMTPS3 Games Sony Computer Entertainment America announced "PlayStation Network Spring Fever," a collection of downloadable titles for PS3 and PSP releasing in the months leading up to spring. The collection will ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23820/Hybrid-Game-Feature-Film-Blu-ray-Discs-Coming-to-PS3--Says-Sony-[Playstation-3]-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23820/Hybrid-Game-Feature-Film-Blu-ray-Discs-Coming-to-PS3--Says-Sony-[Playstation-3]-.htm Tue, 10 Feb 2009 23:00:00 GMTPS3 Games Sony's Director of Hardware Marketing for PS3 said that discs packing both a game and a full-length film should appear this year. Just in time, thankfully, for Street Fighter The Movie The Game. Max..... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23818/News-First-God-of-War-III-details-emerge-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23818/News-First-God-of-War-III-details-emerge-.htm Tue, 10 Feb 2009 23:00:00 GMTPS2 Beast-riding! Titans! PS3 power! ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23814/THQ-Ships-Wii-Exclusive-Deadly-Creatures-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23814/THQ-Ships-Wii-Exclusive-Deadly-Creatures-.htm Tue, 10 Feb 2009 23:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii Games AGOURA HILLS, Calif.----THQ Inc. and Rainbow™ Studios today announced Deadly Creatures™ is shipping to retail outlets worldwide, bringing a cinematic and immersive game-play experience to Nintend... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23805/Pull-Wii-Games-Off-Shelves--Says-Radio-Pundit-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23805/Pull-Wii-Games-Off-Shelves--Says-Radio-Pundit-.htm Tue, 10 Feb 2009 23:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii Games Radio talk host and fitness guru Michael Torchia wants Nintendo Wii games off shelves, claims players are sustaining "serious" injuries. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23834/The-Xbox-360-Meets-Arcade-Cabinet-[Gaming]-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23834/The-Xbox-360-Meets-Arcade-Cabinet-[Gaming]-.htm Tue, 10 Feb 2009 23:00:00 GMTWireless Gaming I play my Xbox on a 46-inch high def plasma, from a comfy couch with an excellent wireless controller and surround sound headset. Yet I still lust the nostalgia of arcade cabinets. By Solomods, the...... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23774/Hello-Kitty-Xbox-360-dazzles-while-you-frag-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23774/Hello-Kitty-Xbox-360-dazzles-while-you-frag-.htm Mon, 09 Feb 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live You may remember deviantART member Ricepuppet from his days dressing up his Xbox 360 in Domo-kun stylings . He's back, combining our love for console paint jobs with all things Hello Kitty . No ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23771/Little-Big-Planet--Braid-lead-GDC-Award-noms-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23771/Little-Big-Planet--Braid-lead-GDC-Award-noms-.htm Mon, 09 Feb 2009 23:00:00 GMTPS3 Games PS3 platformer leads Game Developers Choice Awards finalists with seven nods; puzzler takes five; Fallout 3, Left 4 Dead, MGS4 also nominated. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23770/Dead-Rising-2-shuffling-onto-PC--PS3--360-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23770/Dead-Rising-2-shuffling-onto-PC--PS3--360-.htm Mon, 09 Feb 2009 23:00:00 GMTPS3 Games Capcom confirms rumors, revealing Blue Castle-developed sequel to 1.5 million-selling horror game set in Las Vegas-like gambling mecca; first official trailer inside. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23769/Killzone-2-is-hottest-next-Sony-PS3-Game-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23769/Killzone-2-is-hottest-next-Sony-PS3-Game-.htm Mon, 09 Feb 2009 23:00:00 GMTPS3 Games Killzone 2 for the Sony PS3 is getting released on February 27th and is currently the bestselling PS3 title on Amazon.com. Killzone 2 has apparently already gained 1.1 million pre-orders world-wide a... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23768/PS3--360-FIFA-09-get-Ultimate-Team-mode-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23768/PS3--360-FIFA-09-get-Ultimate-Team-mode-.htm Mon, 09 Feb 2009 23:00:00 GMTPS3 Games EA Sports adding downloadable card-collecting game mode will let players create and compete with dream teams drawn from international rosters. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23767/PS3-s-Flower-is-art--extends-conversation-on-what-games-are-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23767/PS3-s-Flower-is-art--extends-conversation-on-what-games-are-.htm Mon, 09 Feb 2009 23:00:00 GMTPS3 Games There are two types of people when it comes to the games-as-art debate: those who spend too much time and energy arguing one way or another, and those who ignore it altogether and simply create... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23776/Netflix-Activations-on-Xbox-LIVE-Rise-To-One-Million-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23776/Netflix-Activations-on-Xbox-LIVE-Rise-To-One-Million-.htm Mon, 09 Feb 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Microsoft and Netflix on Thursday announced that one million Xbox LIVE Gold members have downloaded and activated the Netflix application since the alliance launched last November. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23782/Best-of-FingerGaming-From-Pinball-Dreams-to-Time-Crisis-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23782/Best-of-FingerGaming-From-Pinball-Dreams-to-Time-Crisis-.htm Mon, 09 Feb 2009 23:00:00 GMTWireless Gaming [Every week, Gamasutra sums up sister iPhone site FingerGaming's top news and reviews for Apple's nascent -- and increasingly exciting -- portable games platform, as written by guest editors Danny C... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23788/Xbox-center-of-expanding-universe-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23788/Xbox-center-of-expanding-universe-.htm Mon, 09 Feb 2009 23:00:00 GMTOnline Gaming If you're at all interested in online gaming, you need an Xbox 360. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23715/Game-review-Skate-2-for-Xbox-360-and-PS3-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23715/Game-review-Skate-2-for-Xbox-360-and-PS3-.htm Sun, 01 Feb 2009 23:00:00 GMTPS3 Games With the increasingly bloated and tired Tony Hawk's Pro Skater franchise taking a year off, the second iteration of EA's new pretender in the skateboarding-game arena makes the most of its opportu... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23716/Microsoft-looks-for-Xbox-love-from-the-ladies-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23716/Microsoft-looks-for-Xbox-love-from-the-ladies-.htm Sun, 01 Feb 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Microsoft is marketing the Xbox to women with the goal of increasing market share and brand awareness. No sign of games women are interested in. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23720/Race-Pro-Goes-Gold-For-Xbox-360-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23720/Race-Pro-Goes-Gold-For-Xbox-360-.htm Sun, 01 Feb 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Ultra Realistic Racing Title Accelerates Out of the Final Bend Towards Xbox 360 this February 2009 ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23721/Street-Fighter-4-Achievements-Revealed-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23721/Street-Fighter-4-Achievements-Revealed-.htm Sun, 01 Feb 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live The true fighter knows each match is only another opportunity for self-improvement, with no thoughts wasted on any empty and ultimately meaningless achievements that do not build toward ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23729/How-To-Install-Ubuntu-On-Your-PS3-For-Vintage-Gaming-Emulation-[How-to]-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23729/How-To-Install-Ubuntu-On-Your-PS3-For-Vintage-Gaming-Emulation-[How-to]-.htm Sun, 01 Feb 2009 23:00:00 GMTPS3 Hints & Tips Retrogaming It's easy to forget that the PS3 is a fully-equipped PC in your living room attached to your house's best monitor. Installing Ubuntu can help you remember, and play SNES games in the process. It st... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23731/To-Wii-or-not-to-Wii--that-is-the-question-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23731/To-Wii-or-not-to-Wii--that-is-the-question-.htm Sun, 01 Feb 2009 23:00:00 GMTOnline Gaming Last year for my birthday, my husband gave me a Wii gaming console with Wii Fit. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23732/OpenPandora-to-soon-bring-gaming-to-your-palm-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23732/OpenPandora-to-soon-bring-gaming-to-your-palm-.htm Sun, 01 Feb 2009 23:00:00 GMTOnline Gaming Open-source gaming is about to become reality with OpenPandora's soon-to-be-released Pandora mobile-gaming system. Among others, it'd compete with Nintendo's DS, Sony's PSP. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23733/Free-online-video-games-more-popular-during-economic-downturn-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23733/Free-online-video-games-more-popular-during-economic-downturn-.htm Sun, 01 Feb 2009 23:00:00 GMTOnline Gaming MONTREAL - The popularity of free, online video games is increasing worldwide, a trend driven by Americans turning to this diversion during the economic downtown, says global digital tracker comScore.... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23734/Nintendo-creates-Wii-health-advisory-unit-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23734/Nintendo-creates-Wii-health-advisory-unit-.htm Sun, 01 Feb 2009 23:00:00 GMTOnline Gaming A group of health experts will soon offer health advice to users of Nintendo's Wii gaming console, the Japanese company says.The video game company based in Kyoto, Japan, said this week that it is set... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23665/New-Xbox-360-Fallout-3-DLC-is-go-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23665/New-Xbox-360-Fallout-3-DLC-is-go-.htm Tue, 27 Jan 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Anchorage action offered up Bethesda's new Fallout 3 DLC is now available for the Xbox 360 console, the game maker introducing this exclusive new content to the world via Xbox Live thi... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23659/Return-of-the-$339.99-PlayStation-3-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23659/Return-of-the-$339.99-PlayStation-3-.htm Tue, 27 Jan 2009 23:00:00 GMTPS3 Games It's a the 80GB PS3, sold by Dell new, without a rebate or coupon code in sight. With it, you'll get state-of-the-art graphics and gaming, plus a Blu-ray Disc player. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23664/Square-Enix-Japan-Brings-Cult-Puzzler-Yosumin.-to-Xbox-Live-Arcade-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23664/Square-Enix-Japan-Brings-Cult-Puzzler-Yosumin.-to-Xbox-Live-Arcade-.htm Tue, 27 Jan 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Square Enix Japan officially announced their entry into the Xbox Live Arcade marketplace earlier this week, beginning with a port of Crystal Defenders from Japanese cellphones. The company's s... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23662/Resident-Evil-5-Demo-Infects-Xbox-Live-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23662/Resident-Evil-5-Demo-Infects-Xbox-Live-.htm Tue, 27 Jan 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live As was reported earlier this month, the long-awaited demo for Resident Evil 5 finally became available on the Xbox Live Marketplace this morning. The 472 MB demo -- exclusive to the ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23671/Spin3-s-Support-for-Leading-Smartphones-Takes-Mobile-Gaming-to-New-Heights-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23671/Spin3-s-Support-for-Leading-Smartphones-Takes-Mobile-Gaming-to-New-Heights-.htm Tue, 27 Jan 2009 23:00:00 GMTWireless Gaming Leading full service mobile gaming solutions provider Spin3*, powered by Microgaming, the world's largest online gaming software provider, has today announced its commitment to provide casino games a... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23605/RE5-demo-infects-Xbox-Live-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23605/RE5-demo-infects-Xbox-Live-.htm Mon, 26 Jan 2009 23:00:00 GMTPS3 Games Three levels of Capcom's shuffling-zombie survival-horror now available on Microsoft's online service; PS3 demo due next week, full game arrives March 13. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23602/PS3-Pricing-Aussie-PlayStation-Boss-Hits-Out-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23602/PS3-Pricing-Aussie-PlayStation-Boss-Hits-Out-.htm Mon, 26 Jan 2009 23:00:00 GMTPS2 27 Jan 2009: Getting the lawyers in. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23600/WipEout-Pulse-May-Be-On-The-Way-To-PlayStation-2-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23600/WipEout-Pulse-May-Be-On-The-Way-To-PlayStation-2-.htm Mon, 26 Jan 2009 23:00:00 GMTPS2 People have been waiting for PlayStation 2 to yield the floor to its next-generation brethren for two years now. It's still here though, picking up PlayStation Portable ports and stubbornl... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23598/WipEout-Pulse-uncertain-for-PS2-release-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23598/WipEout-Pulse-uncertain-for-PS2-release-.htm Mon, 26 Jan 2009 23:00:00 GMTPS2 Rumour has it Sony can't decide Word on the street this afternoon (thanks Eurogamer ) tell us that a port of PSP hit WipEout Pulse has been readied for the PS2... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23595/Art-Style-CUBELLO-Review-[Wii]-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23595/Art-Style-CUBELLO-Review-[Wii]-.htm Mon, 26 Jan 2009 23:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii Games Giant polygons go on the attack in this fun and inexpensive puzzle game. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23589/Resident-Evil-5-Demo-Out-for-Xbox-360-Gold-Members-Only-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23589/Resident-Evil-5-Demo-Out-for-Xbox-360-Gold-Members-Only-.htm Mon, 26 Jan 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX 360 Games Capcom releases Xbox 360-exclusive Resident Evil 5 demo, but it'll cost you. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23610/New-Xbox-360-Fallout-3-DLC-is-go-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23610/New-Xbox-360-Fallout-3-DLC-is-go-.htm Mon, 26 Jan 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Anchorage action offered up Bethesda's new Fallout 3 DLC is now available for the Xbox 360 console, the game maker introducing this exclusive new content to the world via Xbox Live thi... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23613/The-boom-in-kids--online-games;-lots-more--Spore--.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23613/The-boom-in-kids--online-games;-lots-more--Spore--.htm Mon, 26 Jan 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Real news from the virtual world: ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23619/MSI-gets-official-with-GT627-gaming-laptop-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23619/MSI-gets-official-with-GT627-gaming-laptop-.htm Mon, 26 Jan 2009 23:00:00 GMTWireless Gaming MSI briefly mentioned its GT627 gaming laptop amongst hordes of other machines at CES, but now the outfit is playing favorites by officially unveiling its latest 15.4-incher. Said rig features ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23620/Video-Games-2009-Who-Will-Win-the-Console-War--.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23620/Video-Games-2009-Who-Will-Win-the-Console-War--.htm Mon, 26 Jan 2009 23:00:00 GMTOnline Gaming In 2008, titles like Grand Theft Auto IV (5 million copies) and Wii Fit (4.5 million) helped the game industry reach $21 billion in sales. But with the recession, gaming may struggle to stay on top in... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23565/Zeemote-Controller-Takes-Mobile-Gaming-To-Another-Level-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23565/Zeemote-Controller-Takes-Mobile-Gaming-To-Another-Level-.htm Sun, 25 Jan 2009 23:00:00 GMTWireless Gaming Zeemote, a creator of intuitive user interface technologies has announced the launch of the Zeemote JS1 wireless controller that enables gameplay on mobile phones which is close to that of consoles. T... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23562/LittleBigPlanet-Leads-AIAS--Interactive-Awards-Nominations-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23562/LittleBigPlanet-Leads-AIAS--Interactive-Awards-Nominations-.htm Sun, 25 Jan 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live The Academy of Interactive Arts and Sciences announced its peer-selected nominees for the 12th Annual Interactive Achievement Awards, taking place at DICE Summit 2009 on February 19th in Las Vegas, ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23524/NEW-Wii-gets-Tri-City-seniors-rolling-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23524/NEW-Wii-gets-Tri-City-seniors-rolling-.htm Sun, 25 Jan 2009 23:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii This feature is under development and will be available soon. Move over grandkids and hand over the Wii controller. Residents in retirement and assisted living communities are finding a new way to pla... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23551/Still-No-End-Game-Play-for-Fallout-3-on-PS3-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23551/Still-No-End-Game-Play-for-Fallout-3-on-PS3-.htm Sun, 25 Jan 2009 23:00:00 GMTPS3 Games If you haven't managed to reach the end of Fallout 3 's main storyline yet (and who could blame you; it's not particularly difficult to become distracted by one of the many optional quest... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23554/EA-Brings-Command--amp;-Conquer-Read-Alert-3-to-PS3-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23554/EA-Brings-Command--amp;-Conquer-Read-Alert-3-to-PS3-.htm Sun, 25 Jan 2009 23:00:00 GMTPS3 Games EA has announced that it is bringing Command and Conquer Red Alert 3: Ultimate Edition to the PS3 game console for the first time. The game has previously been offered on the PC and Xbox 360 only. The ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23555/Square-Enix-Japan-Brings-Cult-Puzzler-Yosumin.-to-Xbox-Live-Arcade-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23555/Square-Enix-Japan-Brings-Cult-Puzzler-Yosumin.-to-Xbox-Live-Arcade-.htm Sun, 25 Jan 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Square Enix Japan officially announced their entry into the Xbox Live Arcade marketplace earlier this week, beginning with a port of Crystal Defenders from Japanese cellphones. The company's s... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23545/News-New-Spore-game-coming-to-Wii-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23545/News-New-Spore-game-coming-to-Wii-.htm Sun, 25 Jan 2009 23:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii Games More DS and PC titles also on the way. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23543/Art-Style-CUBELLO-Review-[Wii]-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23543/Art-Style-CUBELLO-Review-[Wii]-.htm Sun, 25 Jan 2009 23:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii Games Giant polygons go on the attack in this fun and inexpensive puzzle game. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23541/Grand-Theft-Auto-IV-The-Lost-and-Damned-Hands-On-[Xbox-360]-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23541/Grand-Theft-Auto-IV-The-Lost-and-Damned-Hands-On-[Xbox-360]-.htm Sun, 25 Jan 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX 360 Games We get our motor running and head out on the highways of Liberty City in this hands-on with the upcoming Xbox 360-exclusive expansion for Grand Theft Auto IV. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23537/Major-League-Baseball-2K9-Xbox-360-Screenshots-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23537/Major-League-Baseball-2K9-Xbox-360-Screenshots-.htm Sun, 25 Jan 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX 360 Games 2 Xbox 360 Screenshots posted, from 2K Games ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23535/Official-Nintendo-Wii-Wheel-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23535/Official-Nintendo-Wii-Wheel-.htm Sun, 25 Jan 2009 23:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii Games Really, this is simply a plastic circle that you stick your Wii remote controller into. It is solely about hand feel, about feeling a "wheel" in your hands as you drive. That being said, it is REALLY ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23533/Wii-makes-Nintendo-top-dog-in-games-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23533/Wii-makes-Nintendo-top-dog-in-games-.htm Sun, 25 Jan 2009 23:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii Games AUSTRALIA has become a nation of gamers, but according to last year's industry statistics one vendor outshone the rest: Nintendo. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23502/Midway-Invites-Gamers-To-Fight-Against-Mortal-Kombat-vs.-DC-Universe-Developers-Today-on-Xbox-Live-and-PSN-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23502/Midway-Invites-Gamers-To-Fight-Against-Mortal-Kombat-vs.-DC-Universe-Developers-Today-on-Xbox-Live-and-PSN-.htm Fri, 23 Jan 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live On Friday, Jan. 23, gamers will have a chance to play the Mortal Kombat team at their own game, as the Mortal Kombat vs. DC Universe developers will be taking on all challengers on Xbox Live and PlayS... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23506/The-Maw-Now-Available-On-Xbox-Live-Arcade-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23506/The-Maw-Now-Available-On-Xbox-Live-Arcade-.htm Fri, 23 Jan 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live We reported last week that The Maw would be arriving on Xbox 360 today. And sure enough, here it is. Major Nelson has informed us that Twisted Pixel's The Maw is now available for ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23500/New-Sci-Fi-Tower-Defense-Game-Coming-to-PSN-Soon-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23500/New-Sci-Fi-Tower-Defense-Game-Coming-to-PSN-Soon-.htm Fri, 23 Jan 2009 23:00:00 GMTPS3 Games Maybe PixelJunk Monsters ' art style or setting turns you off, but you're still seeking some tower defense action. Assuming you own a PS3, you're in luck -- Savage Moon is a tower defense... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23499/Win--Quantum-of-Solace-The-Game-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23499/Win--Quantum-of-Solace-The-Game-.htm Fri, 23 Jan 2009 23:00:00 GMTPS3 Games Activision are kindly giving away copies of "Quantum of Solace: The Game" on all next-gen consoles to lucky MI6 readers. To be in with a chance of winning, simply answer the question below along with ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23509/New-Tomb-Raider-DLC-coming-next-month-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23509/New-Tomb-Raider-DLC-coming-next-month-.htm Fri, 23 Jan 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live And again in March Next month will already see the Xbox 360 getting exclusive downloadable content for Grand Theft Auto IV, and today we learn that the first slice of Tomb ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23511/Eidos-Closes-Rockpool-Mobile-Gaming-Studio-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23511/Eidos-Closes-Rockpool-Mobile-Gaming-Studio-.htm Fri, 23 Jan 2009 23:00:00 GMTWireless Gaming UK publisher Eidos Interactive has closed Rockpool Games in Manchester, England with 14 staff being made redundant at the mobile gaming studio. Eidos acquired wireless developer Rockpool Games and s... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23512/Zeemote-Controller-Takes-Mobile-Gaming-To-Another-Level-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23512/Zeemote-Controller-Takes-Mobile-Gaming-To-Another-Level-.htm Fri, 23 Jan 2009 23:00:00 GMTWireless Gaming Zeemote, a creator of intuitive user interface technologies has announced the launch of the Zeemote JS1 wireless controller that enables gameplay on mobile phones which is close to that of consoles. 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Today we have a ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23405/Gears-of-War-2-New-DLC-Achievements-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23405/Gears-of-War-2-New-DLC-Achievements-.htm Tue, 20 Jan 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live 21 Jan 2009: Addresses a number of exploits. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23333/In-Depth-Sony-s-Koller-Talks-50-Million-PS2-Sales-In-North-America-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23333/In-Depth-Sony-s-Koller-Talks-50-Million-PS2-Sales-In-North-America-.htm Fri, 16 Jan 2009 23:00:00 GMTPS2 If 2008 proved one thing, it's that the PlayStation 2 is still an important part of Sony's lineup. 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Yes, Robbie Bach has, once again, been answering questions about whether a Blu-ray drive will ever be added to the Xbox 360 console i... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23193/Gears-of-War-2-Patch-Likely-Coming-This-Month-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23193/Gears-of-War-2-Patch-Likely-Coming-This-Month-.htm Thu, 08 Jan 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Epic Games' vice president Mark Rein has made a forum post regarding the upcoming patch for Gears of War 2 . Rein indicates that though the patch doesn't have an official release date, ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23187/Get-on-Board-Early-With-the-Skate-2-Demo-on-Xbox-Live-Marketplace-and-PlayStation-Network-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23187/Get-on-Board-Early-With-the-Skate-2-Demo-on-Xbox-Live-Marketplace-and-PlayStation-Network-.htm Thu, 08 Jan 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Skate 2 demo will hit Xbox Live Marketplace on January 8th and the PlayStation Network on January 15, 2009. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23173/Video-game-review--Mushroom-Men--a-quirky-good-time-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23173/Video-game-review--Mushroom-Men--a-quirky-good-time-.htm Thu, 08 Jan 2009 23:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii Games It sounds like the premise of a cheesy 1950s science-fiction film -- a green meteorite plummets to Earth and the ensuing space dust causes fungal and plant life to become conscious -- but this tall ta... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23185/-Valkyria--a-PS3-gem;-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23185/-Valkyria--a-PS3-gem;-.htm Thu, 08 Jan 2009 23:00:00 GMTPS3 Games The PlayStation 3 had a good year in 2008, and one of the most understated reasons for that is Sega's strategy role-playing game ''Valkyria Chronicles.'' ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23184/Limited-Edition-Resident-Evil-5-PS3--360-Consoles-Coming-To-Japan-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23184/Limited-Edition-Resident-Evil-5-PS3--360-Consoles-Coming-To-Japan-.htm Thu, 08 Jan 2009 23:00:00 GMTPS3 Games February/March looks to be quite the festive period for wealthy Japanese collectors of limited edition consoles: They'll be able to sink their yen into a Yakuza 3 PS3 , Final Fantasy V... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23180/PS2-crushes-Wii--Xbox-in-gaming-minutes-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23180/PS2-crushes-Wii--Xbox-in-gaming-minutes-.htm Thu, 08 Jan 2009 23:00:00 GMTPS2 More video game consoles equals more minutes played. The massive footprint of Sony's PlayStation 2 makes it the king of the hill in usage for 2008. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23201/Video-gaming-becomes-family-pastime-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23201/Video-gaming-becomes-family-pastime-.htm Thu, 08 Jan 2009 23:00:00 GMTOnline Gaming Video gaming is fast becoming a family pastime, with the number of games sold in the UK last year reaching a record high. Research from Deloitte, the consultancy, found that a quarter of households ow... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23137/Get-on-Board-Early-With-the-Skate-2-Demo-on-Xbox-Live-Marketplace-and-PlayStation-Network-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23137/Get-on-Board-Early-With-the-Skate-2-Demo-on-Xbox-Live-Marketplace-and-PlayStation-Network-.htm Tue, 06 Jan 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live REDWOOD CITY, Calif.----Black Box, an Electronic Arts Inc. studio announced today that the Skate 2 demo will hit Xbox Live Marketplace on January 8th and the PlayStation Network on January 15, 2009. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23132/If-You-Just-Got-a-Video-Game-Console--Get-These-Games-[Games]-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23132/If-You-Just-Got-a-Video-Game-Console--Get-These-Games-[Games]-.htm Tue, 06 Jan 2009 23:00:00 GMTPS3 Games Kotaku's put their game of the year awards up, and it's a pretty good start to building your gaming collection if you've just gotten an Xbox 360, PS3 or Wii over the holidays. Although their... ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23130/PES-2009-Pro-Evolution-Soccer-PS3-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23130/PES-2009-Pro-Evolution-Soccer-PS3-.htm Tue, 06 Jan 2009 23:00:00 GMTPS3 Games PES 2009: Pro Evolution Soccer For The PS3.Brand new,only played a couple of times.Not my sort of game,i am more of a FIFA man. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23113/Star-Ocean--RE5-Xbox-360-Bundles-Announced-For-Japan-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23113/Star-Ocean--RE5-Xbox-360-Bundles-Announced-For-Japan-.htm Tue, 06 Jan 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX 360 Microsoft announced two limited edition hardware bundles for the Xbox 360 coming to Japan -- an Arcade system packed with Square Enix RPG Star Ocean: The Last Hope, and a Premium model bundled with ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23139/Xbox-360-had-its-biggest-Year-ever-says-Microsoft-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23139/Xbox-360-had-its-biggest-Year-ever-says-Microsoft-.htm Tue, 06 Jan 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live It was already written on th wall and early video game sales numbers confirmed that the Xbox 360 had great holiday sales. Today Microsoft announced that the Xbox 360 had overall its biggest year in 2... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23142/Gears-of-War-2-Patch-Likely-Coming-This-Month-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23142/Gears-of-War-2-Patch-Likely-Coming-This-Month-.htm Tue, 06 Jan 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Epic Games' vice president Mark Rein has made a forum post regarding the upcoming patch for Gears of War 2 . Rein indicates that though the patch doesn't have an official release date, ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23148/SanDisk-Extends-Gaming-Experience-With-2GB-Rock-Band-2-SD-Card-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23148/SanDisk-Extends-Gaming-Experience-With-2GB-Rock-Band-2-SD-Card-.htm Tue, 06 Jan 2009 23:00:00 GMTOnline Gaming LAS VEGAS----SanDisk Corporation today announced a 2-gigabyte 2 Rock Band 2 SD™ gaming card, significantly increasing the storage capacity available to gamers using the Nintendo® Wii™ console. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23068/Red-Faction-Maxes-out-Xbox-360.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23068/Red-Faction-Maxes-out-Xbox-360.htm Sun, 04 Jan 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX 360 Games Not a lot to say about it really. It'll be cool seeing the new design and specs for the Xbox 720 or whatever they're going to call it. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23071/Wii-Video-Channel-Striking-Fear-in-Japanese-TV-Industry-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23071/Wii-Video-Channel-Striking-Fear-in-Japanese-TV-Industry-.htm Sun, 04 Jan 2009 23:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii Games Just how powerful is the Wii in Japan? This powerful: The mere announcement of a streaming video channel for the ubiquitous console is already causing some Japanese television executives to qua... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23092/Lenovo-Brings-Wii-Functionality-to-PCs-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23092/Lenovo-Brings-Wii-Functionality-to-PCs-.htm Sun, 04 Jan 2009 23:00:00 GMTWireless Gaming Taking a page from Nintendo's Wii gaming console, Lenovo on Monday announced an all-in-one PC with a remote control that doubles as a motion-based gaming controller. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23093/There-s-lots-of-gaming-action-online-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23093/There-s-lots-of-gaming-action-online-.htm Sun, 04 Jan 2009 23:00:00 GMTWireless Gaming The three top video game consoles '” Microsoft's Xbox 360, Sony's PlayStation 3, and Nintendo's Wii '” each offer a variety of extras for users who plug them into a broadband Internet connection. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23097/Top-3-console-makers-offer-online-gaming-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23097/Top-3-console-makers-offer-online-gaming-.htm Sun, 04 Jan 2009 23:00:00 GMTOnline Gaming It's one week later, and by now the initial buzz of your Christmas gifts has begun to fade. Even the thrill of that new video game console has lost its edge. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23099/PS2-crushes-Wii--Xbox-in-gaming-minutes-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23099/PS2-crushes-Wii--Xbox-in-gaming-minutes-.htm Sun, 04 Jan 2009 23:00:00 GMTOnline Gaming More video game consoles equals more minutes played. The massive footprint of Sony's PlayStation 2 makes it the king of the hill in usage for 2008. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23041/Latest-Wireless-Technologies-Charge-the-2009-International-CES-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23041/Latest-Wireless-Technologies-Charge-the-2009-International-CES-.htm Fri, 02 Jan 2009 23:00:00 GMTWireless Gaming ARLINGTON, Va.----The 2009 International CES® will unveil the latest wireless technologies and trends including advancements in location-based services, next-generation Wi-Fi, mobile phones, smartph... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23045/Facebook-Gaming-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23045/Facebook-Gaming-.htm Fri, 02 Jan 2009 23:00:00 GMTOnline Gaming   Fears that video games are turning children antisocial are being challenged by a new trend, social video games. Many can even be accessed from websites like 'Facebook'  and they may soon challenge... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23038/Best-game-of-2008-Fallout-3-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23038/Best-game-of-2008-Fallout-3-.htm Fri, 02 Jan 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live If anyone still doubts that video games aren't just for kids, they need only look at end-of-year lists. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23022/Nielsen-s-Top-10-PC-Games-and-Consoles-of-2008-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23022/Nielsen-s-Top-10-PC-Games-and-Consoles-of-2008-.htm Fri, 02 Jan 2009 23:00:00 GMTPS2 World of Warcraft, Tetris, and the PlayStation 2 make strange bedfellows, but they each topped Nielsen's 2008 year-end scan of popular media trends in the U.S. World of Warcraft's a no-brainer on the... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23030/Sony-Can-Make-the-PS3-for-Less--but-Does-It-Matter--.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23030/Sony-Can-Make-the-PS3-for-Less--but-Does-It-Matter--.htm Fri, 02 Jan 2009 23:00:00 GMTPS3 Games Sony has drastically reduced the production costs associated with its PlayStation 3 video game console by 35 percent, according to information technology researcher iSuppli. The latest generation of t... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23024/Sony-Clarifies-Home-s--Open-Beta--.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23024/Sony-Clarifies-Home-s--Open-Beta--.htm Fri, 02 Jan 2009 23:00:00 GMTPS2 Since the release of Sony's Home earlier this month, many question the reason for the "open beta" descriptor and how long it will remain. According to Jack Buser, director of Home, in a K... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23005/Demon-s-Souls-PlayStation-3-Screenshots-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23005/Demon-s-Souls-PlayStation-3-Screenshots-.htm Fri, 02 Jan 2009 23:00:00 GMTPS3 11 PlayStation 3 Screenshots posted, from FromSoftware ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23017/FLATMII-streams-games-to-your-Wii--via-USB-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/23017/FLATMII-streams-games-to-your-Wii--via-USB-.htm Fri, 02 Jan 2009 23:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii Games Nintendo has gone to some lengths to keep one step ahead of the modding community, but to little avail. We've recently seen a product that enables DVD playback on the Wii, and now we've b... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22994/New-tech-toys-on-tap-despite-bad-economy-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22994/New-tech-toys-on-tap-despite-bad-economy-.htm Thu, 01 Jan 2009 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live 1/83/8 DALLAS | A recession doesn't mean the death of innovation in the consumer tech industry. Consider 2001. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22977/Nielsen-s-Top-10-PC-Games-and-Consoles-of-2008-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22977/Nielsen-s-Top-10-PC-Games-and-Consoles-of-2008-.htm Thu, 01 Jan 2009 23:00:00 GMTPS2 World of Warcraft, Tetris, and the PlayStation 2 make strange bedfellows, but they each topped Nielsen's 2008 year-end scan of popular media trends in the U.S. World of Warcraft's a no-brainer on the... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22956/Report-Sony-s-Cell-Dev-Cost-$400-Million--Aided-Microsoft-Tech-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22956/Report-Sony-s-Cell-Dev-Cost-$400-Million--Aided-Microsoft-Tech-.htm Thu, 01 Jan 2009 23:00:00 GMTPS3 The development of the PlayStation 3's much-discussed Cell chip cost Sony and its partners five years and $400 million dollars -- and Microsoft then worked with IBM to snag some of the development f... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22947/What-s-In-Store-At-CES-2009-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22947/What-s-In-Store-At-CES-2009-.htm Wed, 31 Dec 2008 23:00:00 GMTOnline Gaming There won't be a ton of surprises, but look for improved HDTVs, and emerging technologies like wireless standards. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22944/Special-The-Top-10-XNA-Community-Games-Of-2008-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22944/Special-The-Top-10-XNA-Community-Games-Of-2008-.htm Wed, 31 Dec 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live [Gamasutra and its sister console digital download info site GamerBytes have been following the Xbox 360's Community Games project since its launch in November, and is proud to present the Top 10 XN... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22937/Xbox-Live-Arcade-Review--Doritos-Dash-of-Destruction--.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22937/Xbox-Live-Arcade-Review--Doritos-Dash-of-Destruction--.htm Wed, 31 Dec 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Is this free title even worth your time, or is it Yaris 2.0? A long time ago, there was a contest hosted by Doritos and Microsoft for ideas for a Xbox Live Arcade game built around Doritos. The winni... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22913/Blackberry-gets-XBox-360-updates-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22913/Blackberry-gets-XBox-360-updates-.htm Wed, 31 Dec 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX 360 For those of us that love our XBox 360 and are Blackberry users, you can now receive updates via your Blackberry. According to Kotaku,  “Zumobi, a partner of Microsoft, brings Xbox 360 news, vide... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22926/Get-Ready-For--Ghostbusters-The-Video-Game-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22926/Get-Ready-For--Ghostbusters-The-Video-Game-.htm Wed, 31 Dec 2008 23:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii Games Nearly 25 years after the first film, "Ghostbusters" is finally coming to a video game console near you. The cult classic is being developed into an interactive game by Atari , the company officially ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22922/Best-of--08-Xbox-360-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22922/Best-of--08-Xbox-360-.htm Wed, 31 Dec 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX 360 Games There's no question that the Xbox 360 is a different machine from the start of the year. Microsoft seems far more focused on delivering a family friendly experience, while still catering to the hardco... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22852/Brando-s-Nintendo-Wii-Accessory-Roundup-Review-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22852/Brando-s-Nintendo-Wii-Accessory-Roundup-Review-.htm Tue, 30 Dec 2008 23:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii I love gadgets. I love my Wii. Since the release of the Nintendo Wii in November 2006, there has been several gadgets developed to make the whole Wii experience even better. When I found out that Bran... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22889/Do-It-Yourself-Free-Xbox-360-Wireless-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22889/Do-It-Yourself-Free-Xbox-360-Wireless-.htm Tue, 30 Dec 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live An Xbox 360 with free wireless? Save yourself up to $100? Read on, true believer. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22879/Game-collectors-distraught-over-cheap-digital-re-releases-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22879/Game-collectors-distraught-over-cheap-digital-re-releases-.htm Tue, 30 Dec 2008 23:00:00 GMTPS2 As more "rare" games see release on Xbox Live and the PlayStation Network, collectors are seeing their prized hard copies lose value. That is, if you measure your collection only in dollars. Read ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22850/Sony-Cuts-PlayStation-3-Component-Costs-by-35-Percent-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22850/Sony-Cuts-PlayStation-3-Component-Costs-by-35-Percent-.htm Tue, 30 Dec 2008 23:00:00 GMTPS3 Sony Computer Entertainment has cut the cost of materials used to make its PlayStation 3 game console by 35 percent, according to market research firm iSuppli. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22875/Nintendo-Wii-Review--Cooking-Mama-World-Kitchen--.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22875/Nintendo-Wii-Review--Cooking-Mama-World-Kitchen--.htm Tue, 30 Dec 2008 23:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii Games A great game stuffed with culinary entertainment and education ideal for all ages that requires fast action and finesse. This popular game series releases the second Wii title (two currently exist on... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22872/Critical-Reception-EA-Harmonix-s-Rock-Band-2-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22872/Critical-Reception-EA-Harmonix-s-Rock-Band-2-.htm Tue, 30 Dec 2008 23:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii Games This week's edition of Critical Reception examines online reaction to the recently released Nintendo Wii port of Harmonix's band simulation title Rock Band 2, which reviews claim is "identical to wh... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22858/Best-of--08-Xbox-360-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22858/Best-of--08-Xbox-360-.htm Tue, 30 Dec 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX 360 There's no question that the Xbox 360 is a different machine from the start of the year. Microsoft seems far more focused on delivering a family friendly experience, while still catering to the hardco... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22897/Facebook-Gaming-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22897/Facebook-Gaming-.htm Tue, 30 Dec 2008 23:00:00 GMTOnline Gaming   Fears that video games are turning children antisocial are being challenged by a new trend, social video games. Many can even be accessed from websites like 'Facebook'  and they may soon challenge... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22826/Study-Wii-Games-Hit-Bargain-Bins-Faster-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22826/Study-Wii-Games-Hit-Bargain-Bins-Faster-.htm Sun, 28 Dec 2008 23:00:00 GMTPS3 Games When it comes to game sales metrics, feelings are irrelevant and data is king. Research group EEDAR claims to have rather provocative data from a study conducted on "price protection" that reveals Wii... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22824/Software-Attach-Rates-for-Xbox-360--PS3--Wii-Calculated-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22824/Software-Attach-Rates-for-Xbox-360--PS3--Wii-Calculated-.htm Sun, 28 Dec 2008 23:00:00 GMTPS3 Games Gamasutra pulled together a rough and ready numbers piece today, shunted from a substantial and detailed feature on Nintendo's sales , and ranked the Xbox 360, PS3, and Wii according to their software... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22816/Wii-to-Get-Video-and-Food-Services-In-Japan-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22816/Wii-to-Get-Video-and-Food-Services-In-Japan-.htm Sun, 28 Dec 2008 23:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii Games Remember back in the GameCube days, when Nintendo would always insist it was purely about gaming and nothing else? Clearly, they've thrown that philosophy out the window. In 2009, Nintendo plan... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22791/Eagle-Eye-Two-Disc-Special-Edition-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22791/Eagle-Eye-Two-Disc-Special-Edition-.htm Sun, 28 Dec 2008 23:00:00 GMTPS3 I was almost begging for the female electronic voice in Eagle Eye to blurt out in a sensuous, digitally-garbled voice, "Shall we play a game?" This Shia LaBeouf vehicle certainly feels like a giant ga... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22809/Is-the-Xbox-360-s-Thumbstick-in-Gears-of-War-2-Too-Sticky--.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22809/Is-the-Xbox-360-s-Thumbstick-in-Gears-of-War-2-Too-Sticky--.htm Sun, 28 Dec 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX 360 Games Playing Epic's Gears of War 2 fresh from blasting Godzilla-sized aliens in Insomniac's Resistance 2 is turning out to be more revealing than I expected. In case you don't know, Gears of War 2 is an Xb... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22806/Nintendo-to-offer-videos-on-Wii-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22806/Nintendo-to-offer-videos-on-Wii-.htm Sun, 28 Dec 2008 23:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii Games Nintendo says it will start offering videos through its blockbuster Wii game console, the latest new feature for the Japanese entertainment giant. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22794/Can-Nintendo-Wii-Game-Consoles-Improve-Family-Fitness--.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22794/Can-Nintendo-Wii-Game-Consoles-Improve-Family-Fitness--.htm Sun, 28 Dec 2008 23:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii Consumer research suggests the Nintendo Wii Fit video game console was among this year's most popular Christmas gifts, but could it also be a way to improve overall family fitness? ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22827/Video-game-review-PS3-should-be-in-the-cards-for-Kingdom-Hearts-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22827/Video-game-review-PS3-should-be-in-the-cards-for-Kingdom-Hearts-.htm Sun, 28 Dec 2008 23:00:00 GMTPS3 Games Every once in a while, you stumble across it, crouched quietly in a dust-caked corner of your gaming space. Your PlayStation 2. If you own a PlayStation 3, you may have nearly forgotten the days when ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22836/CellFactor-Psychokinetic-Wars-Xbox-360-Screenshots-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22836/CellFactor-Psychokinetic-Wars-Xbox-360-Screenshots-.htm Sun, 28 Dec 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live 3 Xbox 360 Screenshots posted, from Ubi Soft ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22844/Mac-games-in-2009-What-to-watch-for-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22844/Mac-games-in-2009-What-to-watch-for-.htm Sun, 28 Dec 2008 23:00:00 GMTOnline Gaming Circumstances can change very quickly in the Mac gaming market. But Peter Cohen and Chris Holt are still willing to gaze into a crystal ball and tell you what six trends should define Mac gaming in 20... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22778/Sony-PlayStation-3-Wireless-Keypad-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22778/Sony-PlayStation-3-Wireless-Keypad-.htm Tue, 23 Dec 2008 23:00:00 GMTWireless Gaming The PS3 Wireless Keypad is the best way to chat with friends and browse the internet on the PlayStation 3. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22769/Xbox-Live-Arcade-announces-stellar-2008-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22769/Xbox-Live-Arcade-announces-stellar-2008-.htm Tue, 23 Dec 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Microsoft is touting the growth of Xbox Live Arcade. The big news is a growth in revenue. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22770/MotoGP-08-demo-on-Xbox-Live-News-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22770/MotoGP-08-demo-on-Xbox-Live-News-.htm Tue, 23 Dec 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Capcom has released a downloadable demo of MotoGP 08 on Xbox Live Marketplace. MotoGP 08 was released in October on 360, PC, PS3 and PS2, and picked up half-decent scores around the world. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22766/Turtle-Beach-Unveils-Ear-Force-PX1-PS3-Headphones-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22766/Turtle-Beach-Unveils-Ear-Force-PX1-PS3-Headphones-.htm Tue, 23 Dec 2008 23:00:00 GMTPS3 Games Turtle Beach has headphones for the PC and most available gaming consoles. The company has announced a new set of headphones for Ps3 owners called the Ear Force PX1 PS3 headphones. The headphones off... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22764/Is-The-New--Prince-Of-Persia--Video-Game-Borrowing-Too-Much-From--The-Colossus---.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22764/Is-The-New--Prince-Of-Persia--Video-Game-Borrowing-Too-Much-From--The-Colossus---.htm Tue, 23 Dec 2008 23:00:00 GMTPS2 If you thought the "Prince of Persia" team drew a lot of inspiration from "Ico," then wait until you see how much they drew from the other celebrated game made by Fumito Ueda's team at Sony, "Shadow o... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22762/Holiday-Deathmatch-Why-Sony-s-PS3-Is-Struggling-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22762/Holiday-Deathmatch-Why-Sony-s-PS3-Is-Struggling-.htm Tue, 23 Dec 2008 23:00:00 GMTPS2 Considering the nation's overwhelmingly bleak financial landscape of late, the fact that Dec. games sales rose 10 percent month over month is encouraging. Closer inspection of the figures reveals that... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22763/MLB--09-Announced-For-PS3--PS2-and-PSP-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22763/MLB--09-Announced-For-PS3--PS2-and-PSP-.htm Tue, 23 Dec 2008 23:00:00 GMTPS2 Popular franchise gets expanded play and online modes. December 22, 2008 - FOSTER CITY, Calif., ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22755/Nintendo-Wii-Review--Cooking-Mama-World-Kitchen--.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22755/Nintendo-Wii-Review--Cooking-Mama-World-Kitchen--.htm Tue, 23 Dec 2008 23:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii Games A great game stuffed with culinary entertainment and education ideal for all ages that requires fast action and finesse. This popular game series releases the second Wii title (two currently exist on... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22781/Review-Wing-wireless-controller-for-Wii-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22781/Review-Wing-wireless-controller-for-Wii-.htm Tue, 23 Dec 2008 23:00:00 GMTWireless Gaming One of the first things I did when I got my Nintendo Wii was download some retro / classic games. The Wii makes it nice and easy to do via its Wii Shop Channel and you can use your Wii Remote in a s... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22786/A-guide-to-Sony-s-powerful-PS3-console-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22786/A-guide-to-Sony-s-powerful-PS3-console-.htm Tue, 23 Dec 2008 23:00:00 GMTOnline Gaming When PlayStation 3 (PS3) first hit the market back in 2006, it was widely and rightly regarded as an overpriced, over-engineered, over-reaching, under-performing, unfocused system that appealed to no ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22726/PlayStation-3-Wireless-Keypad-review-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22726/PlayStation-3-Wireless-Keypad-review-.htm Sun, 21 Dec 2008 23:00:00 GMTWireless Gaming As hard as it might be for you wizened, Atari-era gamers to understand, there are plenty of people out there who think that today's gaming controllers need even more inputs; even more buttons. Th... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22728/Game-Consoles--Part-4-A-Window-on-the-Wii-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22728/Game-Consoles--Part-4-A-Window-on-the-Wii-.htm Sun, 21 Dec 2008 23:00:00 GMTWireless Gaming The success of Nintendo's Wii gaming system came as something a surprise to almost everyone. 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Th... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22662/OutRun-Online-Arcade-Details-and-Xbox-360-Screenshots-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22662/OutRun-Online-Arcade-Details-and-Xbox-360-Screenshots-.htm Fri, 19 Dec 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live For the first time on PlayStation Network and Xbox LIVE. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22661/Xbox-Live-adds-Holiday-Snow-Globe-News-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22661/Xbox-Live-adds-Holiday-Snow-Globe-News-.htm Fri, 19 Dec 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Microsoft has added an animated snow globe to the Xbox frontend to celebrate what it likes to call the holidays. 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OutRun Online Arcade invites you to "rediscover the 15 glorious ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22659/CellFactor-Psychokinetic-Wars-Coming-To-Xbox-LIVE-Arcade-and-PlayStation-Network-In-2009-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22659/CellFactor-Psychokinetic-Wars-Coming-To-Xbox-LIVE-Arcade-and-PlayStation-Network-In-2009-.htm Fri, 19 Dec 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Dynamic First-Person Shooter Coming to Xbox LIVE Arcade for Xbox 360 and PlayStation Network in Early 2009 ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22643/Could-Hulu-Be-Coming-to-Xbox-360--[Xbox-360]-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22643/Could-Hulu-Be-Coming-to-Xbox-360--[Xbox-360]-.htm Fri, 19 Dec 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX 360 Games In a talk with Bits about what Xbox "want[s] to be when we grow up,” Microsoft's Shane Kim clearly has video on the brain. 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It follows the addition of a free "Winter Holiday Theme" for all Xbox Live Gold members... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22545/MDA-offers-grants-to-develop-games-for-Xbox-LIVE-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22545/MDA-offers-grants-to-develop-games-for-Xbox-LIVE-.htm Tue, 16 Dec 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live SINGAPORE: The Media Development Authority (MDA) is offering grants to budding video game developers in Singapore to create games for Xbox LIVE, an online gaming community with 14 million members. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22546/Microsoft-Says-Xbox-Live-to-Remain-Stable-This-Christmas-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22546/Microsoft-Says-Xbox-Live-to-Remain-Stable-This-Christmas-.htm Tue, 16 Dec 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Trying to download any sort of content from Xbox Live late last December was nearly impossible, let alone trying to play a lag-free game online. 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Chowdry e... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22433/EA-books-Brutal-Legend-for-fall--09-gig-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22433/EA-books-Brutal-Legend-for-fall--09-gig-.htm Sat, 13 Dec 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live EXCLUSIVE QandA: Megapublisher rockin' out with Double Fine's PS3/360 heavy-metal fantasy; Tim Schafer and David DeMartini bang their heads about the deal's details. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22431/Slot-loading-Xbox-360-enjoys-its-15-minutes--heads-to-eBay-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22431/Slot-loading-Xbox-360-enjoys-its-15-minutes--heads-to-eBay-.htm Sat, 13 Dec 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live There's a good possibility you felt some sense of jealously when eying RDC's meticulously modded Xbox 360 , and now you can act on said envy thanks to the supreme convenience of the online auc... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22428/Microsoft-promises-to-keep-Xbox-Live-up-through-the-holidays-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22428/Microsoft-promises-to-keep-Xbox-Live-up-through-the-holidays-.htm Sat, 13 Dec 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live It looks like Microsoft doesn't want a repeat of last year's post-holiday Xbox Live outages, when the service was basically unusable for two weeks -- according to 360 product manager Aaron Gr... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22429/Xbox-Live-Arcade-Sales-Triple-After-New-Xbox-Experience-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22429/Xbox-Live-Arcade-Sales-Triple-After-New-Xbox-Experience-.htm Sat, 13 Dec 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Sales of downloadable titles from Xbox Live Arcade nearly tripled in the first week after the New Xbox Experience's launch, according to new data revealed by Xbox Live programming director Larry Hry... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22425/Game-On--Wii-Sees-Record-Sales;-Xbox--PS3--Not-So-Much-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22425/Game-On--Wii-Sees-Record-Sales;-Xbox--PS3--Not-So-Much-.htm Sat, 13 Dec 2008 23:00:00 GMTPS3 Games In November, Nintendo went Wii, Wii, Wii all the way home, breaking sales records for consoles in November, and outshining the PS3 and XBox. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22426/Game-review-Resistance-2-for-the-PS3-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22426/Game-review-Resistance-2-for-the-PS3-.htm Sat, 13 Dec 2008 23:00:00 GMTPS3 Games The sci-fi storyline is generic but Resistance 2 is easily the best first-person shooter for the PS3 ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22416/Nintendo-Wii-Review--Shaun-White-Snowboarding-Road-Trip--.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22416/Nintendo-Wii-Review--Shaun-White-Snowboarding-Road-Trip--.htm Sat, 13 Dec 2008 23:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii Games Be safe yet reckless with this outstanding snowboarding game, improving the experience by adding the balance board. 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While the ga... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22380/PopCap-Games-Announces-Plans-for-Mobile-Version-of-Bejeweled-Twist.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22380/PopCap-Games-Announces-Plans-for-Mobile-Version-of-Bejeweled-Twist.htm Thu, 11 Dec 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live PopCap Games, the leading developer and publisher of casual games, today announced it will be bringing a remarkably faithful translation of its highly acclaimed Bejeweled Twist game to a wide array o... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22376/NXE-boosts-Xbox-Live-sales-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22376/NXE-boosts-Xbox-Live-sales-.htm Thu, 11 Dec 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Arcade sales nearly triple within the first week of the redesigned Xbox interface's launch ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22371/Product-Review-Universal-PS2-to-PS3-Guitar-Controller-Adaptor-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22371/Product-Review-Universal-PS2-to-PS3-Guitar-Controller-Adaptor-.htm Thu, 11 Dec 2008 23:00:00 GMTPS3 Games Don't wanna buy a guitar controller again? 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DS owners m... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22260/Rock-Band-s-Foo-Fighters-Album-Headlines-Xbox-Live-Deal-of-the-Week-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22260/Rock-Band-s-Foo-Fighters-Album-Headlines-Xbox-Live-Deal-of-the-Week-.htm Mon, 08 Dec 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Following last week 's discounted Legendary Map Pack for Halo 3 , Xbox Live programming director Major Nelson has lined up some cheap Rock Band DLC for this week's Xbox Live bargai... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22259/Sonic-Unleashed-demo-now-on-Xbox-Live-News-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22259/Sonic-Unleashed-demo-now-on-Xbox-Live-News-.htm Mon, 08 Dec 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live SEGA has released a Sonic Unleashed demo via Xbox Live Marketplace. The sampler offers an early stage of the action from the game, which launched late last month. Tellingly, however, there's no sign o... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22210/Bolt-Review-[Xbox-360-PlayStation-3]-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22210/Bolt-Review-[Xbox-360-PlayStation-3]-.htm Sun, 07 Dec 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Bolt is an action platformer that benefits from its super ambitions, even if it doesn't completely live up to them. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22211/Afro-Samurai-Hands-On-[Xbox-360-PlayStation-3]-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22211/Afro-Samurai-Hands-On-[Xbox-360-PlayStation-3]-.htm Sun, 07 Dec 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live We sever limbs with great panache in this exclusive look at Namco Bandai's upcoming action game. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22208/Game-Consoles--Part-2-An-X-Ray-of-the-Xbox-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22208/Game-Consoles--Part-2-An-X-Ray-of-the-Xbox-.htm Sun, 07 Dec 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live For all but the most dedicated gamers, the decision to buy one of the top three gaming consoles is anything but easy. Sunday morning newspaper advertisements shed little light on the matter, and Web s... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22195/Sony-Announces-SingStar-ABBA-for-the-Holidays-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22195/Sony-Announces-SingStar-ABBA-for-the-Holidays-.htm Sun, 07 Dec 2008 23:00:00 GMTPS2 Sony Computer Entertainment America has announced a new PS3 and PS2 game for the holiday season in the SingStar franchise. The title is called SingStar ABBA. SCEA says the game was developed in conju... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22189/Is-the-Xbox-360-s-Thumbstick-in-Gears-of-War-2-Too-Sticky--.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22189/Is-the-Xbox-360-s-Thumbstick-in-Gears-of-War-2-Too-Sticky--.htm Sun, 07 Dec 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX 360 Games Playing Epic's Gears of War 2 fresh from blasting Godzilla-sized aliens in Insomniac's Resistance 2 is turning out to be more revealing than I expected. In case you don't know, Gears of War 2 is an Xb... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22149/Some-Xbox-Live-Titles-Go-Free-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22149/Some-Xbox-Live-Titles-Go-Free-.htm Sat, 06 Dec 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Microsoft is inviting Xbox Live Silver members to try out some of its games for free this month. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22154/Bolt-Review-[Xbox-360-PlayStation-3]-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22154/Bolt-Review-[Xbox-360-PlayStation-3]-.htm Sat, 06 Dec 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Bolt is an action platformer that benefits from its super ambitions, even if it doesn't completely live up to them. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22152/Microsoft-Xbox-360-Routs-PS3-in-Record-Black-Friday-Sales-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22152/Microsoft-Xbox-360-Routs-PS3-in-Record-Black-Friday-Sales-.htm Sat, 06 Dec 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live It's a Microsoft press release, so handle with care, but the company's claiming it did more than admirably on Black Friday, it hit the ball out of the park. Not only did the Xbox 360 outsell Sony's Pl... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22150/Exit-2-Coming-to-Xbox-Live-Arcade-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22150/Exit-2-Coming-to-Xbox-Live-Arcade-.htm Sat, 06 Dec 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live You have to love videogame ratings boards. The latest inadvertent game announcement by way of a ratings report comes out of Germany, as the "Unterhaltungssoftware Selbstkontrolle" (sound... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22148/Study-Wii-Games-Hit-Bargain-Bins-Faster-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22148/Study-Wii-Games-Hit-Bargain-Bins-Faster-.htm Sat, 06 Dec 2008 23:00:00 GMTPS3 Games When it comes to game sales metrics, feelings are irrelevant and data is king. Research group EEDAR claims to have rather provocative data from a study conducted on "price protection" that reveals Wii... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22159/Logitech-Premiere-Edition-Guitar-Rocks-Guitar-Hero-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22159/Logitech-Premiere-Edition-Guitar-Rocks-Guitar-Hero-.htm Sat, 06 Dec 2008 23:00:00 GMTWireless Gaming Logitech has unleashed the Wireless Guitar Controller Premiere Edition onto the unsuspecting gaming world. Compatible with PlayStation 2 and 3 consoles, the premiere edition of the Wireless Guitar Con... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22097/50-of-the-oddest--weirdest-and-dumbest-Xbox-Achievements-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22097/50-of-the-oddest--weirdest-and-dumbest-Xbox-Achievements-.htm Thu, 04 Dec 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Most Xbox 360 Achievement points are for sensible things - completing levels, mastering moves, defeating tough bosses, that sort of thing. But sometimes - sometimes - they're just silly. Here's a coll... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22096/Afro-Samurai-Hands-On-[Xbox-360-PlayStation-3]-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22096/Afro-Samurai-Hands-On-[Xbox-360-PlayStation-3]-.htm Thu, 04 Dec 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live We sever limbs with great panache in this exclusive look at Namco Bandai's upcoming action game. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22093/New-Xbox-360--Scene-It---game-a-crowd-pleaser-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22093/New-Xbox-360--Scene-It---game-a-crowd-pleaser-.htm Thu, 04 Dec 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live -- The "Scene It?" trivia game series may have started as a DVD-based board game, but the franchise is really coming into its own on the Xbox 360 console. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22094/Halo-3-Tops-Xbox-Live-as-Most-Played-Game-...-Again-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22094/Halo-3-Tops-Xbox-Live-as-Most-Played-Game-...-Again-.htm Thu, 04 Dec 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live After only a week out of the limelight, Halo 3 grabs the top spot again. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22092/Microsoft-Offers-Free-Xbox-Live-Games-in-December-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22092/Microsoft-Offers-Free-Xbox-Live-Games-in-December-.htm Thu, 04 Dec 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live For the rest of the month, Xbox Live Silver members will be able to access online multiplayer for free in eight select Xbox Live Arcade games. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22084/Sony-We-re-ahead-of-Xbox-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22084/Sony-We-re-ahead-of-Xbox-.htm Thu, 04 Dec 2008 23:00:00 GMTPS2 SCEE President Reeves says PS3 installed base is 300,000 ahead of rival in PAL region ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22074/Golden-Axe-Beast-Rider-Xbox-360-review-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22074/Golden-Axe-Beast-Rider-Xbox-360-review-.htm Thu, 04 Dec 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX 360 Games Publisher: Sega Developer: Secret Level System: Xbox 360 Genre: Fantasy Adventure Release date: Available now Reviewer: Christopher J. Troilo I remember the original Golden Axe for Sega - a relatively... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22036/Sony-PS3-Trophies-now-in-Blast-Factor-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22036/Sony-PS3-Trophies-now-in-Blast-Factor-.htm Wed, 03 Dec 2008 23:00:00 GMTPS3 Games Sony announces that the game Blast Factor also supports the new PS3 Trophies system. Sony added 25 Trophies in total across the original game and the 2 expansion packs, with around 15 Trophies in Bla... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22040/New-Xbox-360--Scene-It---game-a-crowd-pleaser-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22040/New-Xbox-360--Scene-It---game-a-crowd-pleaser-.htm Wed, 03 Dec 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live The "Scene It?" trivia game series may have started as a DVD-based board game, but the franchise is really coming into its own on the Xbox 360 console. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22042/Xbox-360-sales-jumped-on-Black-Friday-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22042/Xbox-360-sales-jumped-on-Black-Friday-.htm Wed, 03 Dec 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live REDMOND, Wash., Dec. 3 (UPI) -- Microsoft Corp. says it scored big with Xbox 360 sales on Black Friday, claiming it outsold Japanese rival Sony's PlayStation 3 by a 3-to-1 margin. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22043/50-of-the-oddest--weirdest-and-dumbest-Xbox-Achievements-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22043/50-of-the-oddest--weirdest-and-dumbest-Xbox-Achievements-.htm Wed, 03 Dec 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Most Xbox 360 Achievement points are for sensible things - completing levels, mastering moves, defeating tough bosses, that sort of thing. But sometimes - sometimes - they're just silly. Here's a coll... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22045/Microsoft-uncertain-about-Xbox-360-sales-potential-in-2009-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22045/Microsoft-uncertain-about-Xbox-360-sales-potential-in-2009-.htm Wed, 03 Dec 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Microsoft may have said that it drowned the PS3 in Black Friday sales (no word about the Wii, of course), but the company sings a different tune as soon as the topic changes to the 2009 time frame. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21993/Microsoft-Xbox-360-Routs-PS3-in-Record-Black-Friday-Sales-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21993/Microsoft-Xbox-360-Routs-PS3-in-Record-Black-Friday-Sales-.htm Mon, 01 Dec 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live It's a Microsoft press release, so handle with care, but the company's claiming it did more than admirably on Black Friday, it hit the ball out of the park. Not only did the Xbox 360 outsell Sony's P... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22003/-Rock-Band--drummer-hits-gaming-pro-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/22003/-Rock-Band--drummer-hits-gaming-pro-.htm Mon, 01 Dec 2008 23:00:00 GMTOnline Gaming Top-ranked "Rock Band" drummer Calin Scoggins has taken his interest in percussion and gaming to a whole new level, turning games into a profitable experience. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21999/RP-Team-puts-up-a-good-fight-at-2008-World-Cyber-Games-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21999/RP-Team-puts-up-a-good-fight-at-2008-World-Cyber-Games-.htm Mon, 01 Dec 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Facing some of the most formidable players ever-assembled for an elimination round in the four different game categories that they are competing in at the recently concluded 2008 World Cyber Games (WC... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21990/Halo-3-s-Legendary-Map-Pack-is-Xbox-Live-s-Holiday-Deal-of-the-Week-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21990/Halo-3-s-Legendary-Map-Pack-is-Xbox-Live-s-Holiday-Deal-of-the-Week-.htm Mon, 01 Dec 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Halo 3 'Blackout' gameplay HD Xbox Live director of programming Major Nelson chimed in today with some post- Black Friday savings in the form of Microsoft's new Holiday Deal of the Wee... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21987/Double-Fusion-Adds-Top-Tier-PS3-Game-Publishers-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21987/Double-Fusion-Adds-Top-Tier-PS3-Game-Publishers-.htm Mon, 01 Dec 2008 23:00:00 GMTPS3 Games Leading independent in-game advertising company Double Fusion has strengthened its PLAYSTATION3 portfolio by securing exclusive advertising opportunities with the world's top videogame publishers, inc... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21988/Need-for-Speed-Undercover-for-PS3-Review-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21988/Need-for-Speed-Undercover-for-PS3-Review-.htm Mon, 01 Dec 2008 23:00:00 GMTPS3 Games Today we are checking out the cool new video game Need for Speed Undercover from EA. Undercover gets back to the franchises running from the cops roots for cool chases and lots of fun. We are looking... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21985/Cnet-s-tech-gift-guide-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21985/Cnet-s-tech-gift-guide-.htm Mon, 01 Dec 2008 23:00:00 GMTPS2 BEST CELL PHONES: Whether you're new to the mobile medium or a smart-phone whiz, we've selected an array of gift-worthy handsets Sony Ericsson W760a (ATandT) Cnet rating: 4 stars out of 5 (excellent) Th... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21977/Game-review-Quantum-of-Solace-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21977/Game-review-Quantum-of-Solace-.htm Mon, 01 Dec 2008 23:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii Games Quantum of Solace PC. Rated Teen. Microsoft Xbox 360, also for PS3, PS2, Nintendo Wii, PC; $59.99 ($39.99 to $59.99 for other versions) ** 1/2 ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21962/Installing-Linux-on-the-PlayStation-3-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21962/Installing-Linux-on-the-PlayStation-3-.htm Mon, 01 Dec 2008 23:00:00 GMTPS3 One of the most exciting aspects of the PlayStation 3 is that it allows users to install an alternative operating system. You can't overwrite Sony's GameOS or access privileged resources, but you can ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21970/Analyst-Estimates-Nintendo-Makes-$6-per-Wii-Sold-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21970/Analyst-Estimates-Nintendo-Makes-$6-per-Wii-Sold-.htm Mon, 01 Dec 2008 23:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii Games Conventionally speaking, platform holders in the videogames industry tend to lose money on their hardware (at least for the first couple of years) while making money through software. But if we'... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21939/Destroy-All-Humans-Coming-To-PS3-In-Europe-News-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21939/Destroy-All-Humans-Coming-To-PS3-In-Europe-News-.htm Sun, 30 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTPS3 Games Despite Path of The Furon's PS3 cancellation in the US, the game will be released in Europe next year... ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21944/Star-Trek-Dominion-Wars-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21944/Star-Trek-Dominion-Wars-.htm Sun, 30 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live PC Release Date: Out now! Get involved with Eurogamer's community portal, including reader reviews, personal game collections, private discussion groups, Xbox Live gamertag integration and tons more. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21943/Star-Wars-Knights-Of-The-Old-Republic-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21943/Star-Wars-Knights-Of-The-Old-Republic-.htm Sun, 30 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Xbox Release Date: Out now! Also on: PC . Get involved with Eurogamer's community portal, including reader reviews, personal game collections, private discussion groups, Xbox Live gamertag integration... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21942/Red-Alert-3-demo-on-Xbox-Live-News-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21942/Red-Alert-3-demo-on-Xbox-Live-News-.htm Sun, 30 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live EA has released an Xbox 360 demo of Command and Conquer: Red Alert 3, although the 2GB sampler is currently only available to Xbox Live Gold subscribers. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21935/GameStop-Cyber-Monday-Video-Game-Sale-launched-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21935/GameStop-Cyber-Monday-Video-Game-Sale-launched-.htm Sun, 30 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTPS3 Games GameStop launched their Cyber Monday video game deals including some hot deals like Buy Spore PC for $19.99 and get Spore Creepy and Cute Parts Pack free. Other video game deals include $10 Off Shaun W... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21915/Xbox-360-Sales-to-Beat-Original-Xbox-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21915/Xbox-360-Sales-to-Beat-Original-Xbox-.htm Sun, 30 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX 360 Microsoft expects Xbox 360 sales to exceed the 25 million original Xbox consoles. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21887/Xbox-Live-opens-Community-Channel-to-new-regions-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21887/Xbox-Live-opens-Community-Channel-to-new-regions-.htm Fri, 28 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Microsoft has announced that it will open up the new Xbox Live Community Games Channel to developers in Singapore, Australia and New Zealand on December 15. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21886/Xbox-Live-Community-Games-Roundup-Article-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21886/Xbox-Live-Community-Games-Roundup-Article-.htm Fri, 28 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live When the much-trumpeted New Xbox Experience finally arrived, it didn't just bring us those oh-so-adorable Avatars and the welcome option to install games to the hard drive. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21885/Xbox-Channel-Goes-Live-With--Horror-Meets-Comedy--.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21885/Xbox-Channel-Goes-Live-With--Horror-Meets-Comedy--.htm Fri, 28 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live A series of free, original short films debuts this week on the new Xbox Live Channel. More than 14 million members of Xbox Live in 26 countries are expected to download the humorous shorts. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21883/Red-Alert-3-demo-on-Xbox-Live-News-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21883/Red-Alert-3-demo-on-Xbox-Live-News-.htm Fri, 28 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live EA has released an Xbox 360 demo of Command and Conquer: Red Alert 3, although the 2GB sampler is currently only available to Xbox Live Gold subscribers. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21881/Destroy-All-Humans-PS3-cancelled-News-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21881/Destroy-All-Humans-PS3-cancelled-News-.htm Fri, 28 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTPS3 Games THQ has confirmed that the next Destroy All Humans game is coming to Xbox 360 only - and not PS3 as previously announced. Speaking to Shacknews , the publisher blamed "development issues" for the canc... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21873/Sony-Playstation-2-PS2-+-9-Games-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21873/Sony-Playstation-2-PS2-+-9-Games-.htm Fri, 28 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTPS2 Ps2 v9, good condition. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21871/Wii-Music-video-game-review-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21871/Wii-Music-video-game-review-.htm Fri, 28 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii Games Nintendo's new coop is not exactly essential but still loads of fun says Robert Colvile. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21870/Nintendo-Wii-Review--Wii-Music--.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21870/Nintendo-Wii-Review--Wii-Music--.htm Fri, 28 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii Games Wii Music hits a high note with wide caches of instruments, genres and songs while teaching key music skills in several fun formats. One of our most creative human expressions is music. This Wii excl... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21893/Prepare-for-Playstation-Home--buy-Wireless-Keypad-for-PS3-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21893/Prepare-for-Playstation-Home--buy-Wireless-Keypad-for-PS3-.htm Fri, 28 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTWireless Gaming Sony announced the Wireless Keypad for the PS3 in August. The official Playstation blog features a video that demonstrates the keypad and touts the keyboard as the must have accessory for Playstation... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21868/Xbox-360-Jasper-mobo-out-in-wild-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21868/Xbox-360-Jasper-mobo-out-in-wild-.htm Fri, 28 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX 360 Games Dean Pullen the Inquirer , Friday 28 November 2008. 11:55:00 With 256mb of built-in flash THE NEXT VERSION of the Xbox 360 motherboard has been spotted in the wild, and subsequently poked, p... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21830/Cult-comedy-The-Guild-for-Xbox-Live-News-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21830/Cult-comedy-The-Guild-for-Xbox-Live-News-.htm Wed, 26 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Microsoft has snapped up the second series of cult comedy The Guild, which airs on the new Independent Video section of Xbox Live for free tomorrow. There are 12 episodes planned in total, according t... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21829/Dead-Space-Demo-Creeping-Onto-Xbox-Live-and-the-PlayStation-Store-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21829/Dead-Space-Demo-Creeping-Onto-Xbox-Live-and-the-PlayStation-Store-.htm Wed, 26 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Good news for anyone that's still on the fence about picking up EA's latest foray into original IP: a Dead Space demo will be available very soon. Interested parties should be able to w... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21828/Xbox-Live-opens-Community-Channel-to-new-regions-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21828/Xbox-Live-opens-Community-Channel-to-new-regions-.htm Wed, 26 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Microsoft has announced that it will open up the new Xbox Live Community Games Channel to developers in Singapore, Australia and New Zealand on December 15. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21827/Xbox-Channel-Goes-Live-With--Horror-Meets-Comedy--.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21827/Xbox-Channel-Goes-Live-With--Horror-Meets-Comedy--.htm Wed, 26 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live A series of free, original short films debuts this week on the new Xbox Live Channel. More than 14 million members of Xbox Live in 26 countries are expected to download the humorous shorts. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21821/Sony--Clarifies--PSN-s-Xbox-LIVE-Catch-Up-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21821/Sony--Clarifies--PSN-s-Xbox-LIVE-Catch-Up-.htm Wed, 26 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTPS2 24 Nov 2008: PS3's online offering hasn't caught Xbox 360's ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21814/Nintendo-Wii-Review--Wii-Music--.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21814/Nintendo-Wii-Review--Wii-Music--.htm Wed, 26 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii Games Wii Music hits a high note with wide caches of instruments, genres and songs while teaching key music skills in several fun formats. One of our most creative human expressions is music. This Wii excl... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21809/Xbox-360-Vs.-PlayStation-3-Graphics-Comparison-Round-4-[All]-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21809/Xbox-360-Vs.-PlayStation-3-Graphics-Comparison-Round-4-[All]-.htm Wed, 26 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX 360 Games We look at another batch of games to see how the Xbox 360 and PlayStation compare. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21768/Xbox-Channel-Goes-Live-With--Horror-Meets-Comedy--.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21768/Xbox-Channel-Goes-Live-With--Horror-Meets-Comedy--.htm Tue, 25 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live A series of free, original short films debuts this week on the new Xbox Live Channel. More than 14 million members of Xbox Live in 26 countries are expected to download the humorous shorts. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21759/Sony-Says--No-Plans--for-a-PlayStation-3-Price-Cut-in-March-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21759/Sony-Says--No-Plans--for-a-PlayStation-3-Price-Cut-in-March-.htm Tue, 25 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTPS2 Yesterday , an anonymous source who claimed to have attended a Sony staff briefing leaked a ton of rumors to online magazine D+Pad. While Sony already responded to these leaks with the usual ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21757/Review-Spider-Man--Batman-swing-onto-consoles-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21757/Review-Spider-Man--Batman-swing-onto-consoles-.htm Tue, 25 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii Games While superheroes may have taken over Hollywood, the video-game world has been harder for them to conquer. Sure, recent games featuring Iron Man and Spider-Man have sold well, but they haven't fired u... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21776/PS3-game-trophies-mandatory-from-2009-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21776/PS3-game-trophies-mandatory-from-2009-.htm Tue, 25 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Every new game released for the PlayStation 3 next year will have to include achievementstyle "Trophies" Sony has confirmed. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21777/Far-Cry-2-Downloadable-Content-Coming-Soon-For-Xbox-360-and-Playstation-3-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21777/Far-Cry-2-Downloadable-Content-Coming-Soon-For-Xbox-360-and-Playstation-3-.htm Tue, 25 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live The Fortune's Pack DLC will bring new vehicles and new weapons to both the single-player game and the multiplayer game, giving gamers even more diverse means of destruction. Be the silent stalker arme... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21778/Smart-mobile-phone-gaming-in-RP-growing-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21778/Smart-mobile-phone-gaming-in-RP-growing-.htm Tue, 25 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTWireless Gaming PASAY CITY -- Wireless service provider Smart Communications is expecting growth in the mobile gaming business in the Philippines with stronger sales of Java-enabled mobile phones. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21713/Experience-goes-a-long-way-with-Xbox-360-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21713/Experience-goes-a-long-way-with-Xbox-360-.htm Sun, 23 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live If you're one of the 14 million Xbox 360 owners who subscribe to the Xbox Live service, you might notice things look a little different when you log on next and download an update. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21708/Amazon-Customers-Vote-2008-kicks-off-with-$199-Sony-PS3-Bundle-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21708/Amazon-Customers-Vote-2008-kicks-off-with-$199-Sony-PS3-Bundle-.htm Sun, 23 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTPS3 Games Amazon launched their Amazon Customers Vote deals for the holidays again. Like the last two years this promotion is one of the best ways to get really great, great deals. Last year deals you could vo... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21711/Xbox-Live-Avatars-Spawn-User-Made-Music-Videos-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21711/Xbox-Live-Avatars-Spawn-User-Made-Music-Videos-.htm Sun, 23 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Xbox 360 'NXE Avatar Daft Punk' clip The New Xbox Experience has only been available in the wild for about a day now, but gamers have already come up with some unexpected uses for Microso... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21698/Wii-Rocks-Softly-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21698/Wii-Rocks-Softly-.htm Sun, 23 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii Games The reviews are in for Wii Music. Gamespot's review? Meh. Fun for little kids maybe. But the new Wii game is a work of art according to former Sleater-Kinney guitarist Carrie Brownstein. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21699/Japanese-charts-PS3-games-on-the-up-News-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21699/Japanese-charts-PS3-games-on-the-up-News-.htm Sun, 23 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTPS2 PlayStation 3 games are beginning to penetrate the Japanese software charts, and finally nudge the ageing PS2 out of the equation. Six titles for the flagship Sony console (as many as for the Wii) lit... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21696/iPhone-games-put-the-heat-on-Sony--Nintendo-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21696/iPhone-games-put-the-heat-on-Sony--Nintendo-.htm Sun, 23 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii Games The iPhone has virtually no buttons but it has already emerged as a significant threat to Nintendo and Sony in the portable games market. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21694/Nintendo-Wii-Review--Wii-Music--.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21694/Nintendo-Wii-Review--Wii-Music--.htm Sun, 23 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii Games Wii Music hits a high note with wide caches of instruments, genres and songs while teaching key music skills in several fun formats. One of our most creative human expressions is music. This Wii excl... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21715/Far-Cry-2-Downloadable-Content-Coming-Soon-For-Xbox-360-and-Playstation-3-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21715/Far-Cry-2-Downloadable-Content-Coming-Soon-For-Xbox-360-and-Playstation-3-.htm Sun, 23 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live The Fortune's Pack DLC will bring new vehicles and new weapons to both the single-player game and the multiplayer game, giving gamers even more diverse means of destruction. Be the silent stalker arme... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21692/Namco-Museum-Virtual-Arcade-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21692/Namco-Museum-Virtual-Arcade-.htm Sun, 23 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX 360 Games Although Namco Museum Virtual Arcade on the Xbox 360 may not blow value-conscious minds the way The Orange Box did last year, this title includes some fantastic games for a modest entry fee. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21690/World-s-First-Slot-Loading-Xbox-360-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21690/World-s-First-Slot-Loading-Xbox-360-.htm Sun, 23 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX 360 Games How to convert your Xbox 360's clunky tray-based DVD player into a sleek slot-loading wonder. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21724/BringIt-launches-open-beta-for-new-gaming-site-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21724/BringIt-launches-open-beta-for-new-gaming-site-.htm Sun, 23 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTOnline Gaming Online gaming competition site, BringIt, has launched in open beta, but its gambling element may cause some issues. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21727/Review-80GB-PlayStation-3-a-superb-gaming-console-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21727/Review-80GB-PlayStation-3-a-superb-gaming-console-.htm Sun, 23 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTOnline Gaming There's general agreement that Sony stumbled out of the gate with the PlayStation 3. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21659/GHWT-Xbox-Live-event-next-weekend-News-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21659/GHWT-Xbox-Live-event-next-weekend-News-.htm Thu, 20 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Activision plans to run an entire weekend of organised Guitar Hero World Tour events on Xbox Live starting next Thursday, 27th November with an Xbox All Nighter running from dusk until dawn. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21652/Game-of-the-Year-awards-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21652/Game-of-the-Year-awards-.htm Thu, 20 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTPS3 Games The end of each calender year means people like me get to do pointlessly subjective things like categorize the top ten games of the year.  Luckily, this means our faithful readers can correct the in... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21654/Game-on-NVIDIA--PS3-hardware-in-Top-500-Supercomputers-list-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21654/Game-on-NVIDIA--PS3-hardware-in-Top-500-Supercomputers-list-.htm Thu, 20 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTPS3 Games I looked at the latest Top 500 Supercomputers list and what did I see? An NVIDIA (GP)GPU and the brains of the PS3. Read More... ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21653/Warner-Bros.-making-Terminator-game-News-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21653/Warner-Bros.-making-Terminator-game-News-.htm Thu, 20 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTPS3 Games Warner Bros. plans to make a game tie-in for the brand new Terminator Salvation film. GRIN of Bionic Commando calibre will develop the game. It's a third-person shooter where the goodies have to survi... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21647/PlayStation-3-Games-To-Require-Trophies-From-January-2009-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21647/PlayStation-3-Games-To-Require-Trophies-From-January-2009-.htm Thu, 20 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTPS2 Sony has confirmed that support for its PlayStation 3 Trophy reward system will be mandatory for PS3 games releasing in 2009, having introduced the online awards in July of this year, according to m... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21645/Japanese-charts-PS3-games-on-the-up-News-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21645/Japanese-charts-PS3-games-on-the-up-News-.htm Thu, 20 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTPS2 PlayStation 3 games are beginning to penetrate the Japanese software charts, and finally nudge the ageing PS2 out of the equation. Six titles for the flagship Sony console (as many as for the Wii) lit... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21636/New-Wii-fitness-games-target-women-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21636/New-Wii-fitness-games-target-women-.htm Thu, 20 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii Games Following in the footsteps of Nintendo's popular Wii Fit, the video-game publisher known for the Madden football games is jumping into fitness software targeted mostly at women. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21666/Gaming-handheld-has-clamshell-design-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21666/Gaming-handheld-has-clamshell-design-.htm Thu, 20 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTWireless Gaming — Nov. 07, 2008 — Chinese OEM Seabright has announced a Windows CE handheld computer with built in gaming controllers and an external, rollup keyboard. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21668/Microsoft-goes-on-offense-to-keep-gaming-lead-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21668/Microsoft-goes-on-offense-to-keep-gaming-lead-.htm Thu, 20 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTOnline Gaming Microsoft is re-releasing its Xbox Live online gaming service today in a bid to broaden the Xbox 360 console's appeal and stay ahead of rival Sony, which has closed the gap with improvements to its Pl... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21669/Review-80GB-PlayStation-3-a-superb-gaming-console-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21669/Review-80GB-PlayStation-3-a-superb-gaming-console-.htm Thu, 20 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTOnline Gaming There's general agreement that Sony stumbled out of the gate with the PlayStation 3. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21601/The-Xbox-Live-Marketplace-Now-in-your-browser-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21601/The-Xbox-Live-Marketplace-Now-in-your-browser-.htm Tue, 18 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Microsoft has brought the Xbox Live Marketplace onto the Web with an updated Xbox.com that lets you browse and purchase content--off your console. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21585/Game-news-Xbox-360-s-new-look-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21585/Game-news-Xbox-360-s-new-look-.htm Tue, 18 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX 360 Games Real news from the virtual world: --ARE YOU EXPERIENCED? Internet-connected Xbox 360 owners will see big changes Wednesday, when the New Xbox Experience is downloaded onto their machines. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21600/Sonic-Unleashed-Delayed-a-Week-on-360--to-December-on-PS3-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21600/Sonic-Unleashed-Delayed-a-Week-on-360--to-December-on-PS3-.htm Tue, 18 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTPS3 Games Sonic Unleashed has been delayed in North America, reports IGN. While the Wii and PS2 versions should be hitting stores today, the Xbox 360 version has been pushed to next week, November... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21594/Games-Guitar-Hero-World-Tour-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21594/Games-Guitar-Hero-World-Tour-.htm Tue, 18 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTPS2 Guitar Hero: World Tour Microsoft Xbox 360, also for Sony PlayStation 3, PS2, Nintendo Wii. Rated Teen. Retail $59.99; other versions $49.99 to $59.99 (game only)**** ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21593/Sony-Claims-14-Million-PSN-Accounts-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21593/Sony-Claims-14-Million-PSN-Accounts-.htm Tue, 18 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTPS2 Sony has claimed that the number of PlayStation Network online accounts has risen to 14 million worldwide - more than the number of subscribers to Xbox Live. Writing on PlayStation's official blog,,... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21592/Video-game-review--Quantum-of-Solace--.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21592/Video-game-review--Quantum-of-Solace--.htm Tue, 18 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii Games Video game news and reviews from Philly.com and The Philadelphia Inquirer, featuring Rob Watson and Dennis McCauley. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21591/Animal-Crossing-City-Folk-Review-[Wii]-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21591/Animal-Crossing-City-Folk-Review-[Wii]-.htm Tue, 18 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii Games City Folk offers more of the same Animal Crossing gameplay that you know and love, with the emphasis on "same." ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21587/Xbox-360-unveils-new-look-tomorrow-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21587/Xbox-360-unveils-new-look-tomorrow-.htm Tue, 18 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX 360 Games Real news from the virtual world: : ARE YOU EXPERIENCED? Internet-connected Xbox 360 owners will see big changes Wednesday, when the New Xbox Experience is downloaded onto their machines. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21581/Wii--Elmo--iPod-Touch-top-this-year-s-must-have-list-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21581/Wii--Elmo--iPod-Touch-top-this-year-s-must-have-list-.htm Tue, 18 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii Games Elmo Live. iPod Touch (music, video, games, etc.). Animal Scramble. Wii by Nintendo. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21606/Microsoft-goes-on-offense-to-keep-gaming-lead-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21606/Microsoft-goes-on-offense-to-keep-gaming-lead-.htm Tue, 18 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Microsoft is re-releasing its Xbox Live online gaming service today in a bid to broaden the Xbox 360 console's appeal and stay ahead of rival Sony, which has closed the gap with improvements to its Pl... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21548/Microsoft-Says-Xbox-Live-Fixed-and-Fully-Functional-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21548/Microsoft-Says-Xbox-Live-Fixed-and-Fully-Functional-.htm Mon, 17 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Over the weekend, Microsoft acknowledged the growing complaints of Xbox 360 gamers around the net and confirmed they were hard at work to resolve connection issues that had been plaguing Xb... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21543/Champions-and-Star-Trek-MMOs-for-PS3--News-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21543/Champions-and-Star-Trek-MMOs-for-PS3--News-.htm Mon, 17 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTPS3 Games MMO developer Cryptic studios is advertising for a PS3 programmer, suggesting it's looking to port its in-development Star Trek Online and Champions Online to the console. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21542/MotorStorm-Pacific-Rift-for-PS3-Review-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21542/MotorStorm-Pacific-Rift-for-PS3-Review-.htm Mon, 17 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTPS3 Games Today we are looking at MotorStorm Pacific Rift for the Sony PS3. The game is the follow-up to the immensely popular MotorStorm title that hit shelves shortly after the PS3 launched. MotorStorm Pacif... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21541/Crunching-NPD-s-numbers-the-360-is-a-publisher-s-best-bet-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21541/Crunching-NPD-s-numbers-the-360-is-a-publisher-s-best-bet-.htm Mon, 17 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTPS2 Every month the NPD Group tells the gaming press the top ten selling console games. Adding up each console's performance shows clear trends: the 360 is a third-party machine, and Nintendo loves selli... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21537/Sony-Still-Thinking-Big-For--Entry-Level--PS2-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21537/Sony-Still-Thinking-Big-For--Entry-Level--PS2-.htm Mon, 17 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTPS2 Like many companies in the market, Sony's attitude toward the economy seems best described as cautious optimism. SCEA sales and marketing VP Ian Jackson has been calling up retailers and hearing sol... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21536/EA-Sports-Active-Wii-Fit-killer-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21536/EA-Sports-Active-Wii-Fit-killer-.htm Mon, 17 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii Games Electronic Arts goes after huge Wii Fit market Hoping to gymnastically leap onto the phenomenal success of Nintendo's Wii Fit game system, Electronic Arts is to launch its own EA Sports Active game... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21534/Nintendo-Wii-Review--Wario-Land-Shake-It---.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21534/Nintendo-Wii-Review--Wario-Land-Shake-It---.htm Mon, 17 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii Games A delightful 2-D platforming adventure with everyone's favorite greedy, fat jerk. Last time we saw Wario on an adventure it was the disappointing Wario: Master of Disguise on the DS. However, when th... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21532/Xbox-360-NXE-Beta-expanded-to-Everybody-who-applied-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21532/Xbox-360-NXE-Beta-expanded-to-Everybody-who-applied-.htm Mon, 17 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX 360 Games The New Xbox Experience (NXE) is going to be released on Wednesday. Today Microsoft already granted everybody who applied for the beta access to the new Xbox 360 Dashboard update. NXE is a dramatic u... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21555/Microsoft-improves-Games-for-Windows-Live--still-has-work-to-do-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21555/Microsoft-improves-Games-for-Windows-Live--still-has-work-to-do-.htm Mon, 17 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Microsoft updates Games for Windows Live. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21558/Gateway-Debuts-Core-i7-Gaming-Rigs-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21558/Gateway-Debuts-Core-i7-Gaming-Rigs-.htm Mon, 17 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTWireless Gaming Gateway is adding two Core i7-powered desktops to its FX series of gaming systems, with prices starting at just $1,249.99. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21502/Tectoy-s-Zeebo-gaming-console-to-run-on-3G-network-in-Brazil-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21502/Tectoy-s-Zeebo-gaming-console-to-run-on-3G-network-in-Brazil-.htm Fri, 14 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTWireless Gaming Filed under: Gaming , Wireless Tectoy's announced the Zeebo, a 3G network-based gaming console that will supposedly launch in Brazil in July of 2009, then spread to other markets in the fol... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21494/Microsoft-responds-to-Xbox-Live-bannings-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21494/Microsoft-responds-to-Xbox-Live-bannings-.htm Fri, 14 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Reports of abnormally high bannings from Xbox Live have swelled on the internet in recent days, suggesting that Microsoft anti-piracy ninjas are inadvertently banning players again for gaining early a... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21495/Xbox-Live-turns-into--entertainment-hub--.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21495/Xbox-Live-turns-into--entertainment-hub--.htm Fri, 14 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Microsoft is breathing new life into its Xbox Live online video game network. When the network's 14 million members log in on Nov. 19, they'll automatically get a new, more user-friendly, 3-D version ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21496/Three-New-Arcade-Hits-Now-on-Xbox-Live-Arcade-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21496/Three-New-Arcade-Hits-Now-on-Xbox-Live-Arcade-.htm Fri, 14 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live With all of the big releases lately, Microsoft apparently felt you don't deserve a new Xbox Live Arcade game this week -- unless you've preordered Banjo-Kazooie: Nuts and Bolts , in which ca... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21497/Game-review-World-of-Warcraft--Wrath-of-the-Lich-King-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21497/Game-review-World-of-Warcraft--Wrath-of-the-Lich-King-.htm Fri, 14 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live With a growing number of competitor games invading its home turf, the latest expansion of World of Warcraft still proves its top dog in the realm of massively multiplayer online gaming Related Stori... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21491/Video-game-sales-defy-economic-slowdown-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21491/Video-game-sales-defy-economic-slowdown-.htm Fri, 14 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTPS3 Games Perhaps shoppers needed the diversion from October's economic woes. Whatever the reason, the financial downturn did not keep shoppers from indulging in their video game avocation, based on the results... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21488/Rockband-PS3-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21488/Rockband-PS3-.htm Fri, 14 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTPS3 Games For sale is Rockband for the PS3. Only played a few times. Comes with the game w/manual, wireless guitar, Drums (and drumsticks) and the microphone. Serious inquires only. Please call Shane at 696-577... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21482/Wii-Game-Review--Sam-and-Max-Season-One--.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21482/Wii-Game-Review--Sam-and-Max-Season-One--.htm Fri, 14 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii Games Sam and Max are not only back in all their point-and-click glory, but they're now on the Wii. Never having been particularly into comic books growing up, my first exposure to the characters Sam and M... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21487/Rock-Band-Bundle-Price-Plummets-to-$99-on-Wii-and-PS2-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21487/Rock-Band-Bundle-Price-Plummets-to-$99-on-Wii-and-PS2-.htm Fri, 14 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTPS2 Rock Band 2 and Guitar Hero World Tour may be hogging the rhythm game spotlight this holiday season, but there are still plenty of copies of the first Rock Band floating around out ther... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21478/Xbox-360--Wii-Sales-Climb-in-October--Fable-2-Leads-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21478/Xbox-360--Wii-Sales-Climb-in-October--Fable-2-Leads-.htm Fri, 14 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX 360 Games October saw month-over-month increases for Xbox 360 and Wii sales, while handhelds stalled and Sony's PS2 and PS3 sales slowed slightly. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21479/Best-Xbox-360-games-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21479/Best-Xbox-360-games-.htm Fri, 14 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX 360 Games Microsoft's Xbox 360 is available in several different configurations to suit most budgets. But which games should you spend your money on? Check out our favourite titles below. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21480/EA-Sports-Active-Wii-Fit-killer-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21480/EA-Sports-Active-Wii-Fit-killer-.htm Fri, 14 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii Games Electronic Arts goes after huge Wii Fit market Hoping to gymnastically leap onto the phenomenal success of Nintendo's Wii Fit game system, Electronic Arts is to launch its own EA Sports Active game... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21477/Xbox-360-Owners-Buy-the-Most-Games-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21477/Xbox-360-Owners-Buy-the-Most-Games-.htm Fri, 14 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX 360 Games In a new study, the console "attach rates" were compared for the Wii, PlayStation 3, and Xbox 360 -- that is, how many games the average owner of each console has purchased. Perhaps not too surprising... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21476/Xbox-360-poised-to-overtake-the-Xbox--but-Nintendo-rules-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21476/Xbox-360-poised-to-overtake-the-Xbox--but-Nintendo-rules-.htm Fri, 14 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX 360 Games I just noticed a story in GamesIndustry.biz that starts: "Microsoft has announced that it expects sales of the Xbox 360 worldwide to pass that of the original Xbox -- around 25 million units -- ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21474/Fit-for-Christmas--Nintendo-Wii-console-tops-the-present-wish-list-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21474/Fit-for-Christmas--Nintendo-Wii-console-tops-the-present-wish-list-.htm Fri, 14 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii Games COMPUTER games, mobile phone upgrades and budget mini-laptops are set to be the must have Christmas presents this year. Nintendo's Wii Fit computer game was today named as the most searched for online... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21505/So--which-console-for-Christmas--.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21505/So--which-console-for-Christmas--.htm Fri, 14 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTOnline Gaming If you're thinking about picking up a gaming console this Christmas, you're probably wondering which to get. All have their strengths and weaknesses, so making [...] ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21471/Nintendo-begins-Wii-war-on-used-games-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21471/Nintendo-begins-Wii-war-on-used-games-.htm Fri, 14 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii Games NINTENDO seems to have fired the opening shots in the war against the resale of its Wii games. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21435/Wal-mart-Sony-PS3-Bundle-saves-$50-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21435/Wal-mart-Sony-PS3-Bundle-saves-$50-.htm Tue, 11 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTPS3 Games Wal-mart offers a PlayStation 3 Blu-ray Entertainment Value Bundle for $488 including 80GB PS3 console, Sony Blu-ray Remote, choice of 2 PS3 games and choice of 4 Blu-ray movies. ... ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21440/Xbox-Live-Experience-DVD-vs.-Hard-Drive-Load-Times-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21440/Xbox-Live-Experience-DVD-vs.-Hard-Drive-Load-Times-.htm Tue, 11 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live The upcoming Xbox Live Experience will give 360 users the option to install games to their hard... ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21434/Bond-game-hews-to-tradition---that-s-not-good-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21434/Bond-game-hews-to-tradition---that-s-not-good-.htm Tue, 11 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTPS3 Games RATING: (ALERT VIEWER) Quantum of Solace: Action adventure game. Developer and publisher: Activision. ($29.99 to $59.99. PC, Xbox 360, PS3, PS2, Nintendo Wii, Nintendo DS and PC. ESRB rating: Teen.) G... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21437/PS3-Sonic-Unleashed-moves-to-December-News-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21437/PS3-Sonic-Unleashed-moves-to-December-News-.htm Tue, 11 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTPS3 Games SEGA has told Eurogamer that the PS3 version of Sonic Unleashed has been pushed back to an unspecific date in December. However, all other versions - Xbox 360, Wii and PS2 - will launch as expected on... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21442/Microsoft-bans-Xbox-360-pirates-News-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21442/Microsoft-bans-Xbox-360-pirates-News-.htm Tue, 11 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Microsoft has banned a bunch of rule-breaking Xbox 360 owners who have modified their consoles to play pirated games. "You should know that modifying your Xbox 360 console is also a violation of the X... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21443/Why-Microsoft-Should-Stop-Charging-for-Xbox-Live-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21443/Why-Microsoft-Should-Stop-Charging-for-Xbox-Live-.htm Tue, 11 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live The future of online revenue lies in micro-transactions and discrete subscriptions, not blanket taxes on customarily free social activities. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21452/Nyko-Wing-Classic-Controller-for-Wii-Flies-Into-Stores-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21452/Nyko-Wing-Classic-Controller-for-Wii-Flies-Into-Stores-.htm Tue, 11 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTWireless Gaming Nyko Technologies Levels Up Retro Gaming with Wireless Technology ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21453/Shuffle-Master--Inc.-to-Exhibit-at-the-Global-Gaming-Expo-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21453/Shuffle-Master--Inc.-to-Exhibit-at-the-Global-Gaming-Expo-.htm Tue, 11 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTWireless Gaming LAS VEGAS----Shuffle Master, Inc. announced today that it will exhibit at the Global Gaming Expo being held in Las Vegas November 18-20. Product demonstrations will be available at booth 2129. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21456/GamePro.com-Taps-Mochi-Media-to-Offer-Users-Free-Access-to-Popular-Online-Games-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21456/GamePro.com-Taps-Mochi-Media-to-Offer-Users-Free-Access-to-Popular-Online-Games-.htm Tue, 11 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTOnline Gaming Mochi Media, the world's largest online games network, today announced a new relationship with GamePro Media, IDG's popular gaming division, to provide a catalog of free online games to entertain vis... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21391/More-than-4m-copies-of-Fallout-3-shipped-News-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21391/More-than-4m-copies-of-Fallout-3-shipped-News-.htm Sat, 08 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Bethesda's said that Fallout 3 has shipped approximately 4.7 million copies worldwide, amounting to a potential USD 300 million in sales. This sterling achievement eclipses any past performance by the... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21390/GCG-Readers-Design-New-Lemmings--Tackle-Xbox-360-Achievements-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21390/GCG-Readers-Design-New-Lemmings--Tackle-Xbox-360-Achievements-.htm Sat, 08 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Gamasutra's game education sister site GameCareerGuide has posted results from a recent Game Design Challenge, in which the readers submitted ideas for a new lemming role in the classic puzzle game ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21385/Open-Call-of-Duty-WaW-multiplayer-beta-hits-today-for-Xbox-Live-gold-members-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21385/Open-Call-of-Duty-WaW-multiplayer-beta-hits-today-for-Xbox-Live-gold-members-.htm Sat, 08 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Treyarch has given Xbox Live users (well, the Gold members, at any rate) an early Christmas gift in the form of an open multiplayer beta for Call of Duty: World at War.  Oh, and it is available tod... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21378/In-Depth-Eye-To-Eye---The-History-Of-EyeToy-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21378/In-Depth-Eye-To-Eye---The-History-Of-EyeToy-.htm Sat, 08 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTPS2 Sony's EyeToy project started out as a visual controller prototype that used a USB camera to try and achieve controller-free interaction with the PlayStation 2, bundled at launch with the EyeToy: Pl... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21368/Street-Fighter-IV-Xbox-360-Screenshots-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21368/Street-Fighter-IV-Xbox-360-Screenshots-.htm Sat, 08 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX 360 Games 18 Xbox 360 Screenshots posted, from Capcom ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21393/Fallout-3-Triple-Format-Face-Off-Article-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21393/Fallout-3-Triple-Format-Face-Off-Article-.htm Sat, 08 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live One of the most important, and impressive games of the year, Fallout 3's 10/10 Eurogamer score means it deserves intensive Bonus Round cross-platform coverage. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21400/Report-Shows-Xbox-360-has-Highest-Attach-Rate-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21400/Report-Shows-Xbox-360-has-Highest-Attach-Rate-.htm Sat, 08 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTOnline Gaming Gamers love to revel in competition, so these numbers should fuel quite a bit of heated (but civil!) discussion. Working off of a series of graphs and slides that Nintendo demonstrated last F... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21337/LEGO-Batman-demo-now-on-Xbox-Live-News-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21337/LEGO-Batman-demo-now-on-Xbox-Live-News-.htm Fri, 07 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Warner has whipped up an Xbox Live demo for LEGO Batman. While we know this contains mild cartoon violence (and phew thank you for the warning), Major Nelson's not giving anything else away about the ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21332/Ubisoft-not-doing-Heroes-game-News-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21332/Ubisoft-not-doing-Heroes-game-News-.htm Fri, 07 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTPS3 Games Ubisoft has given up on making a game about TV show Heroes. "Ubisoft will no longer produce a videogame based on the TV series." Heroes creator Tim Kring originally announced the game in July last yea... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21331/Software-Attach-Rates-for-Xbox-360--PS3--Wii-Calculated-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21331/Software-Attach-Rates-for-Xbox-360--PS3--Wii-Calculated-.htm Fri, 07 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTPS3 Games Gamasutra pulled together a rough and ready numbers piece today, shunted from a substantial and detailed feature on Nintendo's sales , and ranked the Xbox 360, PS3, and Wii according to their software... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21330/Ghostbusters-game-coming-out-next-year-News-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21330/Ghostbusters-game-coming-out-next-year-News-.htm Fri, 07 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTPS3 Games Atari has picked up the rights to publish Ghostbusters: The Videogame for PC, PS2, PS3, Wii, Xbox 360 and DS. The game will be released next year to coincide with the 25th anniversary of the original ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21325/Tennis-for-Two-The-World-s-First-Video-Game--.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21325/Tennis-for-Two-The-World-s-First-Video-Game--.htm Fri, 07 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii Games One of the world's earliest video games turns 50 at the Brookhaven National Laboratory in Upton, New York. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21324/Game-review-Wii-Music-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21324/Game-review-Wii-Music-.htm Fri, 07 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii Games Wii Music invites players to pick up their wireless remotes and strum, toot, bang and drum their way through improvisational jam sessions using more than 60 virtual instruments on which there can be n... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21321/Netflix-bundling-48-hour-trials-with-some-Xbox-360-games-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21321/Netflix-bundling-48-hour-trials-with-some-Xbox-360-games-.htm Fri, 07 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX 360 Games Filed under: Gaming It looks like the new Quantum of Solace game for the Xbox 360 has a little something extra bundled in with the package: according to reports, an explosive 48 hour Xbox... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21323/Software-Attach-Rates-for-Xbox-360--PS3--Wii-Calculated-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21323/Software-Attach-Rates-for-Xbox-360--PS3--Wii-Calculated-.htm Fri, 07 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii Games Gamasutra pulled together a rough and ready numbers piece today, shunted from a substantial and detailed feature on Nintendo's sales , and ranked the Xbox 360, PS3, and Wii according to their software... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21342/MTV-Games--Harmonix-and-EA-Announce-Rock-Band-Track-Pack-Volume-2-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21342/MTV-Games--Harmonix-and-EA-Announce-Rock-Band-Track-Pack-Volume-2-.htm Fri, 07 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Shipping for consoles November 17, 2008. November 6, 2008 - Harmonix , the leading developer of music-based games, and MTV Games , a part of Viacom's MTV Networks, along with distribution partner Elec... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21343/Fallout-3-Triple-Format-Face-Off-Article-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21343/Fallout-3-Triple-Format-Face-Off-Article-.htm Fri, 07 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live One of the most important, and impressive games of the year, Fallout 3's 10/10 Eurogamer score means it deserves intensive Bonus Round cross-platform coverage. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21275/PS3-game-vending-machines-unveiled-News-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21275/PS3-game-vending-machines-unveiled-News-.htm Mon, 03 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTPS3 Games Sony plans to sell PS3 games through a new line of "PoP" entertainment vending machines in the UK this Christmas. These boxes will appear in cinemas, gyms, universities and travel stations, according ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21277/Sony-360-ports-to-be-PS3-downgrades-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21277/Sony-360-ports-to-be-PS3-downgrades-.htm Mon, 03 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTPS3 Games UK boss Maguire says developers will downgrade titles for technically inferior 360 and embrace PS3 as lead platform ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21270/Sony-Opens-PS2-Platform-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21270/Sony-Opens-PS2-Platform-.htm Mon, 03 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTPS2 Ars Technica reports that Sony will be removing their content approval process for the Playstation 2 so that developers require less funding to make games. "Since there are no licensing fees, the only... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21269/Pikmin--Mario-Power-Tennis-Bringing--Play-on-Wii--to-North-America-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21269/Pikmin--Mario-Power-Tennis-Bringing--Play-on-Wii--to-North-America-.htm Mon, 03 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii Games Back in early October, Nintendo announced their "Play on Wii" line of games -- a series of old GameCube titles that would get re-released on the Wii with added waggle controls and a budget pri... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21261/New-Details-on-Downloadable-DSi-WarioWare-Games-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21261/New-Details-on-Downloadable-DSi-WarioWare-Games-.htm Mon, 03 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii Games The Nintendo DSi launched in Japan over the weekend (check out our comprehensive look at the new handheld here ), but one of its big new features won't be available until December: The "DSi War... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21257/Nintendo-s-Miyamoto-on-Wii-Music-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21257/Nintendo-s-Miyamoto-on-Wii-Music-.htm Mon, 03 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii Games The latest fun-for-all game from Nintendo that makes use of the Wii's motion-sensing controllers, Wii Music, hit U.S. store shelves on Oct. 20 and will launch in Europe on Nov. 14. The game promises t... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21285/Are-You-Smarter-Than-a-5th-Grader-Make-the-Grade-Review-[Xbox-360]-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21285/Are-You-Smarter-Than-a-5th-Grader-Make-the-Grade-Review-[Xbox-360]-.htm Mon, 03 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Despite some difficulty spikes, Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader? is a welcome addition to the booming collection of Xbox 360 trivia games ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21286/New-Xbox-Experience-Hands-On-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21286/New-Xbox-Experience-Hands-On-.htm Mon, 03 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Needs change, and for this reason, six months ago, Xbox Live was in trouble. Once the brave, slick and - yes - innovative centrepiece of Xbox 360, it began by offering so much that developers struggle... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21287/The-war-against-the-Locust-Horde-heats-up-in--Gears-of-War-2--.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21287/The-war-against-the-Locust-Horde-heats-up-in--Gears-of-War-2--.htm Mon, 03 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Developers at Epic Games went through what they called the "new, better, more" process in coming up with the sequel to the hit "Gears of Wars" (or "bigger, better and more badass," as Epic guru Cliff ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21295/Apple-Soon-to-Be-a-Mobile-Gaming-Force-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21295/Apple-Soon-to-Be-a-Mobile-Gaming-Force-.htm Mon, 03 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTOnline Gaming ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21298/The-week-in-gaming-the-Xbox-Experience--Fallout-3--and-Guitar-Hero-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21298/The-week-in-gaming-the-Xbox-Experience--Fallout-3--and-Guitar-Hero-.htm Mon, 03 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTOnline Gaming This week in gaming saw the launch and subsequent review of Fallout 3 , Wii Music , LittleBigPlanet , and Guitar Hero: World Tour , as well as an in-depth look at the "New Xbox Experience." Rea... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21229/Are-You-Smarter-Than-a-5th-Grader-Make-the-Grade-Review-[Xbox-360]-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21229/Are-You-Smarter-Than-a-5th-Grader-Make-the-Grade-Review-[Xbox-360]-.htm Sun, 02 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Despite some difficulty spikes, Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader? is a welcome addition to the booming collection of Xbox 360 trivia games ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21231/5-reasons-hardcore-gamers-will-love-the-New-Xbox-Experience-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21231/5-reasons-hardcore-gamers-will-love-the-New-Xbox-Experience-.htm Sun, 02 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Debated, discussed, anticipated and feared, the new Xbox 360 dashboard is almost upon us. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21230/New-Xbox-Experience-Hands-On-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21230/New-Xbox-Experience-Hands-On-.htm Sun, 02 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Needs change, and for this reason, six months ago, Xbox Live was in trouble. Once the brave, slick and - yes - innovative centrepiece of Xbox 360, it began by offering so much that developers struggle... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21238/The-week-in-gaming-the-Xbox-Experience--Fallout-3--and-Guitar-Hero-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21238/The-week-in-gaming-the-Xbox-Experience--Fallout-3--and-Guitar-Hero-.htm Sun, 02 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTOnline Gaming This week in gaming saw the launch and subsequent review of Fallout 3 , Wii Music , LittleBigPlanet , and Guitar Hero: World Tour , as well as an in-depth look at the "New Xbox Experience." Rea... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21223/TNA-News-Impact-Video-Game-Price-Slashed--Angelina-Love--Tanahashi-On-The-Road-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21223/TNA-News-Impact-Video-Game-Price-Slashed--Angelina-Love--Tanahashi-On-The-Road-.htm Sun, 02 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTPS3 Games -- A month and a half following into its release, the price of the "TNA iMPACT!" video game has already been slashed. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21222/EA-delays-release-of-Saboteur-News-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21222/EA-delays-release-of-Saboteur-News-.htm Sun, 02 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTPS3 Games Remember Saboteur, the World War II-themed game from Pandemic that was announced 18 months ago ? Well, it's been delayed. The game was originally down for a 2008 release on PC, PS3 and Xbox 360. Howev... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21224/Installing-Leaked--New-Xbox-Experience--Will-Disable-It-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21224/Installing-Leaked--New-Xbox-Experience--Will-Disable-It-.htm Sun, 02 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Just another Microsoft way of warning you that piracy is bad, and patience is a virtue: don't expect to access Xbox Live if you install the New Xbox Experience for the Xbox 360. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21220/Sony-patents--Wiimote-for-PS3--.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21220/Sony-patents--Wiimote-for-PS3--.htm Sun, 02 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTPS3 Games Motion-sensing technology for the PlayStation? Rumours that Sony is preparing to take on Nintendo's motion-sensing Wii controller have been revived after the PlayStation 3 (PS3) maker filed a paten... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21219/PS3-game-vending-machines-unveiled-News-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21219/PS3-game-vending-machines-unveiled-News-.htm Sun, 02 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTPS3 Games Sony plans to sell PS3 games through a new line of "PoP" entertainment vending machines in the UK this Christmas. These boxes will appear in cinemas, gyms, universities and travel stations, according ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21218/Sony-Removes-the-PS2-Certification-Process-in-Europe-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21218/Sony-Removes-the-PS2-Certification-Process-in-Europe-.htm Sun, 02 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTPS2 For developers and publishers hoping to release their titles to the console market, the content approval process can be notoriously stressful. Having a game bounced back by Sony, Nintendo, or M... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21214/New-Details-on-Downloadable-DSi-WarioWare-Games-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21214/New-Details-on-Downloadable-DSi-WarioWare-Games-.htm Sun, 02 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii Games The Nintendo DSi launched in Japan over the weekend (check out our comprehensive look at the new handheld here ), but one of its big new features won't be available until December: The "DSi War... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21213/Pikmin--Mario-Power-Tennis-Bringing--Play-on-Wii--to-North-America-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21213/Pikmin--Mario-Power-Tennis-Bringing--Play-on-Wii--to-North-America-.htm Sun, 02 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii Games Back in early October, Nintendo announced their "Play on Wii" line of games -- a series of old GameCube titles that would get re-released on the Wii with added waggle controls and a budget pri... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21211/Microsoft-s-LBP-Esque-Game-Construction-Tool-Boku-Heading-To-Xbox-360--.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21211/Microsoft-s-LBP-Esque-Game-Construction-Tool-Boku-Heading-To-Xbox-360--.htm Sun, 02 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX 360 Games At its Professional Developers Conference in Los Angeles this week, Microsoft Research unveiled its project Boku, a PC and Xbox 360-based icon-driven tool designed to let users create their own game... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21209/McGill-No-Xbox-360-Price-Cut-For--Many--Many-Years--.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21209/McGill-No-Xbox-360-Price-Cut-For--Many--Many-Years--.htm Sun, 02 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTXBOX 360 Games There will be no new price cut for the Xbox 360 for "many, many years in the future," according to comments made by Microsoft UK's head of gaming and entertainment, Stephen McGill. The price of all ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21206/Release-Dates-of-Wii-Games-Revealed-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21206/Release-Dates-of-Wii-Games-Revealed-.htm Sun, 02 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii Games The release list includes dates for Wii Sports Resort, Punch Out, Sin and Punishment 2, Mario Tennis, and others. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21204/Lowcountry-Seniors-Learn-Nintendo-Wii-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21204/Lowcountry-Seniors-Learn-Nintendo-Wii-.htm Sun, 02 Nov 2008 23:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii Games The Bluffton-branch of the Beaufort County Library offered a basic training class on the Nintendo Wii Sunday afternoon with only one requirement: you had to be 55 or older! ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21180/Ubisoft-Announces-Far-Cry-2-has-Shipped-to-Store-Shelves-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21180/Ubisoft-Announces-Far-Cry-2-has-Shipped-to-Store-Shelves-.htm Wed, 22 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Ubisoft's highly anticipated open-world shooter hits retailers. October 21, 2008 - Today, Ubisoft announced that Far Cry 2 has shipped to store shelves for the Xbox 360 video game and entertainment sy... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21178/Far-Cry-2-Ships-For-Xbox-360--Playstation-3--and-Windows-PC-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21178/Far-Cry-2-Ships-For-Xbox-360--Playstation-3--and-Windows-PC-.htm Wed, 22 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Far Cry 2 will be the newest innovation from Ubisoft in the world of next-gen first-person shooters. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21169/Sonilex-is-slimmer-than-the-PS3-and-like--totally-plays-Tekken-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21169/Sonilex-is-slimmer-than-the-PS3-and-like--totally-plays-Tekken-.htm Wed, 22 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTPS3 Games Filed under: Gaming Hey there, budget-conscious gamers: the Vii didn't quite pan out the way we'd all hoped, but we just want you to know you still don't have to spend $500 or wait for a P... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21165/Game-news--Warhammer--takes-on--Warcraft--.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21165/Game-news--Warhammer--takes-on--Warcraft--.htm Wed, 22 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTPS2 Real news from the virtual world: ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21186/NeoEdge-Debuts-Overlay-Ads-for-Casual-Online-Games-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21186/NeoEdge-Debuts-Overlay-Ads-for-Casual-Online-Games-.htm Wed, 22 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTOnline Gaming Casual gaming on the Web has grown over the past year or so to become a fairly substantial revenue generator . Of course, 2007 figures pegged the burgeoning online market at $2.25 billion to the Hal... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21118/Far-Cry-2-Ships-For-Xbox-360--Playstation-3--and-Windows-PC-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21118/Far-Cry-2-Ships-For-Xbox-360--Playstation-3--and-Windows-PC-.htm Tue, 21 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Far Cry 2 will be the newest innovation from Ubisoft in the world of next-gen first-person shooters. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21102/The-First-Ever-Naked-Brothers-Band-Video-Game-from-THQ-Headlines-on-Wii.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21102/The-First-Ever-Naked-Brothers-Band-Video-Game-from-THQ-Headlines-on-Wii.htm Tue, 21 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii Games AGOURA HILLS, Calif.----THQ Inc. today announced that Rock University™ Presents: The Naked Brothers Band The Video Game has shipped to retail outlets throughout North America for Wii™, PlayStatio... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21093/Nintendo-s-Wii-Music-Lets-Players-Unleash-Their-Inner-Maestros-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21093/Nintendo-s-Wii-Music-Lets-Players-Unleash-Their-Inner-Maestros-.htm Tue, 21 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii Games The sound of trumpets, the clash of cymbals and the thunder of drums herald today's launch of Wii Music(TM). Just as Wii Sports(TM) attracted millions of new players to the world of video games and Wi... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21126/If-You-ve-Got-a-Gaming-Blog--E3-2009-Wants-You--.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21126/If-You-ve-Got-a-Gaming-Blog--E3-2009-Wants-You--.htm Tue, 21 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTWireless Gaming The rumor mill cooks up an interesting tidbit, then shoves it in a plastic tupperware container. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21053/Sony-delays-PS3-video-game-over-offensive-music-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21053/Sony-delays-PS3-video-game-over-offensive-music-.htm Mon, 20 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTPS3 Games NEW YORK, Oct 20 (Reuters) Sony Corp has delayed sales of ''LittleBigPlanet,'' one of its most widely anticipated video games, by at least one week in the United States after finding potentially offen... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21045/Game-news--Warhammer--takes-on--Warcraft--.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21045/Game-news--Warhammer--takes-on--Warcraft--.htm Mon, 20 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTPS2 Real news from the virtual world: ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21026/Nintendo-s-Wii-Music-Lets-Players-Unleash-Their-Inner-Maestros-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21026/Nintendo-s-Wii-Music-Lets-Players-Unleash-Their-Inner-Maestros-.htm Mon, 20 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii The sound of trumpets, the clash of cymbals and the thunder of drums herald today's launch of Wii Music(TM). Just as Wii Sports(TM) attracted millions of new players to the world of video games and Wi... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21037/The-Divnich-Tapes-Xbox-360-Price-Cut-Hardly-Hindering-PS3-Sales-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21037/The-Divnich-Tapes-Xbox-360-Price-Cut-Hardly-Hindering-PS3-Sales-.htm Mon, 20 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTXBOX 360 Games [Following last week's release of NPD's September North American sales figures, EEDAR's director of analytical services Jesse Divnich presents his Gamasutra-exclusive study of September's hardware a... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21042/Nintendo-Wii-Review--Mario-Super-Sluggers--.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21042/Nintendo-Wii-Review--Mario-Super-Sluggers--.htm Mon, 20 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii Games Nintendo fails to hit it out of the park with this Wii update to a Gamecube title. If there is a sport, there is a Mario game for it. The Olympics, soccer, auto racing, basketball, golf, tennis, and ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21056/Xbox-Live-could-block-audio-swearing-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21056/Xbox-Live-could-block-audio-swearing-.htm Mon, 20 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live New technology patented by Microsoft ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21057/Microsoft-Xbox-Not-Ready-For-Primetime-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21057/Microsoft-Xbox-Not-Ready-For-Primetime-.htm Mon, 20 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Good idea--too bad it's going to miss its deadline. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21058/Microsoft-Patents-Live-Audio-Censoring-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21058/Microsoft-Patents-Live-Audio-Censoring-.htm Mon, 20 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Microsoft filed a patent application several years ago for the censoring of real-time audio streams, and that patent has now been granted. In other words, Microsoft has patented live "bleeping". Th... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21071/The-week-in-gaming-Dead-Space--Warhammer--and-DRM-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21071/The-week-in-gaming-Dead-Space--Warhammer--and-DRM-.htm Mon, 20 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTOnline Gaming This week in gaming saw the release of EA's excellent survival-horror title Dead Space and the subsequent outrage over the PC version's DRM, as well as the conclusion of our Warhammer Online play... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20995/NPD-Xbox-360-Soars-Past-PS3-in-September-Sales-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20995/NPD-Xbox-360-Soars-Past-PS3-in-September-Sales-.htm Sun, 19 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTPS2 It's gold once more for the Nintendo Wii, as Microsoft extends its silver lead over Sony's bronze. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21006/Blizzard-Releases-Massive-World-of-Warcraft-Update-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21006/Blizzard-Releases-Massive-World-of-Warcraft-Update-.htm Sun, 19 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Blizzard Entertainment has released a massive update to its online role playing game World of Warcraft, bringing the current... ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21001/New-Xbox-Experience-Bringing-Community-Games-Channel-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21001/New-Xbox-Experience-Bringing-Community-Games-Channel-.htm Sun, 19 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Remember when Microsoft announced their Community Games initiative back in February, where amateur developers could create and release games over Xbox Live using the XNA development tools? ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20991/-Game-Party-2--fun-for-whole-family-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20991/-Game-Party-2--fun-for-whole-family-.htm Sun, 19 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii Games As one of the many perks of writing for a college publication, and especially in the Arts and Entertainment section, free swag is sent to us weekly in hopes of some sort of review or feedback from our w... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20997/Exclusive-PS3-BioShock-DLC-Releasing-on-November-20-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20997/Exclusive-PS3-BioShock-DLC-Releasing-on-November-20-.htm Sun, 19 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTPS3 Games Sure, by the time BioShock releases on the PlayStation 3 this Tuesday, Xbox 360 and PC gamers will have been able to play it for 14 months. But don't fret, Sony fans -- 2K Games is giving... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20987/Last-Remnant-Xbox-360-Screenshots-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20987/Last-Remnant-Xbox-360-Screenshots-.htm Sun, 19 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTXBOX 360 Games 21 Xbox 360 Screenshots posted, from Square Enix ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20989/Nintendo-Wii-Review--Wario-Land---Shake-It---.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20989/Nintendo-Wii-Review--Wario-Land---Shake-It---.htm Sun, 19 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii Games Wario returns in 2D glory with improved animation, dynamic backgrounds and sideways orientation of the Wii Remote control. Wario Land: Shake It! is a traditional 2D platformer with appealing, hand dr... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20986/Edge-of-Twilight-Xbox-360-Screenshots-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20986/Edge-of-Twilight-Xbox-360-Screenshots-.htm Sun, 19 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTXBOX 360 Games 8 Xbox 360 Screenshots posted, from SouthPeak Games ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20977/Dynasty-Warriors-Gundam-2-Xbox-360-Screenshots-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20977/Dynasty-Warriors-Gundam-2-Xbox-360-Screenshots-.htm Sun, 19 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTXBOX 360 14 Xbox 360 Screenshots posted, from Koei... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20976/Californians-Sue-Over-Xbox-360-Flaw-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20976/Californians-Sue-Over-Xbox-360-Flaw-.htm Sun, 19 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTXBOX 360 A class action lawsuit seeks compensation for the Xbox 360 Red Ring of Death failures. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20969/Nintendo-Wii-Regains-Top-Spot-in-Console-Sales-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20969/Nintendo-Wii-Regains-Top-Spot-in-Console-Sales-.htm Sun, 19 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii After a month of passing its crown to its handheld partner, Nintendo's Wii has reclaimed the throne at the top of hardware sales. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20967/Exclusive-PS3-BioShock-DLC-Releasing-on-November-20-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20967/Exclusive-PS3-BioShock-DLC-Releasing-on-November-20-.htm Sun, 19 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTPS3 Sure, by the time BioShock releases on the PlayStation 3 this Tuesday, Xbox 360 and PC gamers will have been able to play it for 14 months. But don't fret, Sony fans -- 2K Games is giving... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20966/Playstation-Network-Gets-Revised--More-Restrictive-ToS-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20966/Playstation-Network-Gets-Revised--More-Restrictive-ToS-.htm Sun, 19 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTPS3 LordDax writes "Sony just rolled out their new Terms of Service for the Playstation Network. The new ToS features additions about the Master and Subaccount relationship, specifically that you can only '... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21010/Aerielle-releases-i2i-Stream-wireless-audio-devices-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21010/Aerielle-releases-i2i-Stream-wireless-audio-devices-.htm Sun, 19 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTWireless Gaming Aerielle has released the i2i Stream wireless audio broadcasting and receiving system. The devices can connect to a variety of sources including iPods, computers, entertainment systems, or gaming plat... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21015/Gaming-Website-Will-Expand-Inventory-into-Console-Games-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/21015/Gaming-Website-Will-Expand-Inventory-into-Console-Games-.htm Sun, 19 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTOnline Gaming TheSoft-wareHouse.com, which contains a wide array of PC games, is in the process of expanding their inventory to include more console games. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20924/Nintendo-Wii-Review--Wario-Land---Shake-It---.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20924/Nintendo-Wii-Review--Wario-Land---Shake-It---.htm Thu, 16 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii Games Wario returns in 2D glory with improved animation, dynamic backgrounds and sideways orientation of the Wii Remote control. Wario Land: Shake It! is a traditional 2D platformer with appealing, hand dr... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20952/Blizzard-Releases-Massive-World-of-Warcraft-Update-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20952/Blizzard-Releases-Massive-World-of-Warcraft-Update-.htm Thu, 16 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Blizzard Entertainment has released a massive update to its online role playing game World of Warcraft, bringing the current... ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20953/Saints-Row-2-Unlockables-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20953/Saints-Row-2-Unlockables-.htm Thu, 16 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Welcome Back (5) - Complete the Saints Revival prologue. Seppuku (40) - Defeat the Ronin. Brother's Keeper (40) - Defeat the Brotherhood. Remind Me of the Babe (40) - Defeat the Sons of Samedi. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20950/GTA-San-Andreas--Portal-opening-on-XBL-next-week-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20950/GTA-San-Andreas--Portal-opening-on-XBL-next-week-.htm Thu, 16 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Rockstar's open-world gangster epic drops on 360's online service October 20; achievement-packed solo version of Valve's closed-laboratory maniacal puzzler arrives October 22. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20949/Free-N+-Level-Pack-Bounds-Onto-Xbox-Live-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20949/Free-N+-Level-Pack-Bounds-Onto-Xbox-Live-.htm Thu, 16 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Developer Metanet dropped a 332 KB bomb on Xbox Live today, in the form of a new level pack for their minimalistic platformer N+ . The download adds a whopping 150 single-player levels to ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20945/PS3--360-Dragon-Age-confirmed-for-Q4--09-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20945/PS3--360-Dragon-Age-confirmed-for-Q4--09-.htm Thu, 16 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTPS3 Games Game Informer names unnamed consoles that will host BioWare's spiritual successor to Baldur's Gate next holiday season; PC version still on track for "early 2009." ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20930/Playlogic-Gets-Xbox-360-Worldwide-Publishing-License-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20930/Playlogic-Gets-Xbox-360-Worldwide-Publishing-License-.htm Thu, 16 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTXBOX 360 Games Amsterdam-based independent publisher Playlogic has gotten a worldwide licensed publisher agreement from Microsoft to publish Xbox 360 titles. The company's key franchises have included titles such ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20923/Wii-Introduces-New-Games-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20923/Wii-Introduces-New-Games-.htm Thu, 16 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii Games New games will soon be available for Nintendo's very popular Wii gaming system. INSIDE: A Sneak peek at the new games ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20956/Gateway-Introduces-Its-Newest-FX-Series-Gaming-PC-and-Debuts-New-LX-Series-for-Digital-Media-Enthusiasts-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20956/Gateway-Introduces-Its-Newest-FX-Series-Gaming-PC-and-Debuts-New-LX-Series-for-Digital-Media-Enthusiasts-.htm Thu, 16 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTWireless Gaming IRVINE, Calif., BUSINESS WIRE -- Continuing to put the fun and value in high-performance desktop PCs, Gateway today introduced two new models designed for gaming and digital media enthusiasts. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20957/US-Mobile-Gaming-Industry-Reaches-Billion-Dollar-Level-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20957/US-Mobile-Gaming-Industry-Reaches-Billion-Dollar-Level-.htm Thu, 16 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTWireless Gaming SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. -- Though still in its infancy, mobile gaming is already a billion dollar industry in the US, reports In-Stat.  With significant momentum already underway in the US and worldwide, I... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20960/Sony-PSP-2-with-flexible-OLED-Display-dreamy-Design-Concept-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20960/Sony-PSP-2-with-flexible-OLED-Display-dreamy-Design-Concept-.htm Thu, 16 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTOnline Gaming Designer Tai Chiem mixed the potential of flexible OLED displays with the Sony PSP gaming console. The result is a stunning design of a roll-up Sony PSP 2. Roll-up displays are nothing new for gadget... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20890/EndWar-demo-on-Xbox-Live-News-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20890/EndWar-demo-on-Xbox-Live-News-.htm Tue, 14 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Ubisoft has popped a demo for Tom Clancy's EndWar onto Xbox Live Marketplace. The sampler measures 1.6GB, and contains a map playable both in single-player and head-to-head battles. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20889/New-Firmware-Upates-for-PS3--PSP-Announced-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20889/New-Firmware-Upates-for-PS3--PSP-Announced-.htm Tue, 14 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTPS3 Games Updates for the PS3 and the PSP provide new and improved functionality for both consoles... ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20880/Game-review-de-Blob--Nintendo-Wii-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20880/Game-review-de-Blob--Nintendo-Wii-.htm Tue, 14 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii Games Helping the residents of Chroma City after their houses, parks and streets have been drained of colour by the evil INKT Corporation, your job is to restore the world to its former polychromatic re... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20875/Microsoft-undercuts-Wii-value-with-$20-Xbox-360-HDD-promo-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20875/Microsoft-undercuts-Wii-value-with-$20-Xbox-360-HDD-promo-.htm Tue, 14 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTXBOX 360 Games Microsoft has given some serious life to the $200 Arcade model of the Xbox 360: gamers can now sign up for a $20 20GB hard drive, or a free 512MB memory card. Behold the $220 Xbox 360, complete with ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20891/Starz-expands-its-partnership-with-Xbox-Live-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20891/Starz-expands-its-partnership-with-Xbox-Live-.htm Tue, 14 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Starz Media has expanded its partnership with Xbox Live, in an effort to grow its digital distribution presence internationally. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20886/PS3-plus-SSD-=-faster-load-times--shattered-budgets-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20886/PS3-plus-SSD-=-faster-load-times--shattered-budgets-.htm Tue, 14 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTPS3 Games Filed under: Gaming , Storage Sitting idle while your new PS3 game installs is painful, but since it's all in the interest of reducing subsequent load times it's worth the wait, right? Not ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20881/Sony-Puts-Videos-on-YouTube-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20881/Sony-Puts-Videos-on-YouTube-.htm Tue, 14 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTPS2 15 Oct 2008: People go and look at them ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20893/Chinese-game-developer-readies-Xbox-Live-Arcade-game-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20893/Chinese-game-developer-readies-Xbox-Live-Arcade-game-.htm Tue, 14 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live The first Xbox Live Arcade game designed in China will be released this week, marking a milestone for an incubation center set up in China by Microsoft for local game developers. But Chinese gamers wo... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20894/Ultizen-Games-Announces-Release-of-Crazy-Mouse-Xbox-LIVE-Arcade-Game-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20894/Ultizen-Games-Announces-Release-of-Crazy-Mouse-Xbox-LIVE-Arcade-Game-.htm Tue, 14 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live SHANGHAI, China and LOS ANGELES----Ultizen Games Ltd., a game development and outsourcing company, announced today that its Xbox LIVE® Arcade title, Crazy Mouse, will be released tomorrow, October 15,... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20895/Konami-Comments-on-MGS4-360-Possibility-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20895/Konami-Comments-on-MGS4-360-Possibility-.htm Tue, 14 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Metal Gear Solid 4 may be coming to the Xbox 360 after all, according to word straight from Konami. Yahoo! Japan reports (via a Kotaku post ) that Konami spokesperson Yoshitaka Arai mad... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20896/Saints-Row-2-Unlockables-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20896/Saints-Row-2-Unlockables-.htm Tue, 14 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Welcome Back (5) - Complete the Saints Revival prologue. Seppuku (40) - Defeat the Ronin. Brother's Keeper (40) - Defeat the Brotherhood. Remind Me of the Babe (40) - Defeat the Sons of Samedi. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20837/New--Xbox-Experience--Too-Much-For-Some-360s-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20837/New--Xbox-Experience--Too-Much-For-Some-360s-.htm Sun, 12 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live There's a lot to look forward to in the upcoming New Xbox Experience -- set to launch on November 19 -- but for those who own Xbox 360s without a hard drive or a 256MB memory card, you may have to go... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20835/New-Xbox-Experience-Screenshots---Images-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20835/New-Xbox-Experience-Screenshots---Images-.htm Sun, 12 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Download stuff remotely from 19th November. // Added on 13/10/08 Get involved with Eurogamer's community portal, including reader reviews, personal game collections, private discussion groups, Xbox Li... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20823/Video-game-review-Sonic-Chronicles-The-Dark-Brotherhood-Sonic-dashes-in-right-direction-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20823/Video-game-review-Sonic-Chronicles-The-Dark-Brotherhood-Sonic-dashes-in-right-direction-.htm Sun, 12 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii Games Photo courtesy of SEGA Sega released the newest installment of the Sonic series last week with "Sonic Chronicles: The Dark Brotherhood" for Nintendo DS. The acclaimed studio BioWare, who b... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20820/Nintendo-Wii-Review--LEGO-Batman--.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20820/Nintendo-Wii-Review--LEGO-Batman--.htm Sun, 12 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii Games LEGO Batman has expected formulaic fun with beat 'em up action, creative environment interactions and a few puzzles. The Caped Crusade cleans Gotham City of criminal activity with his trusty and slig... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20816/Microsoft-aims-to-woo-Japanese-gamers-to-Xbox-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20816/Microsoft-aims-to-woo-Japanese-gamers-to-Xbox-.htm Sun, 12 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTXBOX 360 Games CHIBA, Japan -- Microsoft Corp. will be releasing games developed by top Japanese designers for its Xbox 360 console, a senior executive said Thursday, the latest effort by the U.S. software maker to ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20813/Nintendo-DS-Steals-the-Tokyo-Game-Show-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20813/Nintendo-DS-Steals-the-Tokyo-Game-Show-.htm Sun, 12 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii Games At the Tokyo Game Show, it's the year of the Nintendo DS. With more than 23 million units sold in Japan alone, and an updated version of the hardware called the DSi on the way next month, there isn't ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20814/TGS-2008-Monster-Hunter-3-Impressions-[Wii]-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20814/TGS-2008-Monster-Hunter-3-Impressions-[Wii]-.htm Sun, 12 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii Games Capcom gives an overview of it's latest monster hunting installment, this time for the Nintendo Wii. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20815/Microsoft-To-Offer-Xbox-360-Holiday-Bundles-With-Free-Games-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20815/Microsoft-To-Offer-Xbox-360-Holiday-Bundles-With-Free-Games-.htm Sun, 12 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTXBOX 360 Games Microsoft intends to offer Xbox 360 holiday bundles with free games again this year. According to a report from game weblog Talk Xbox, the bundles are already shipping to retailers, and several have... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20787/Light-Gun-Zero-Plus-wireless-light-gun-demo-unit-spotted-at-TGS-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20787/Light-Gun-Zero-Plus-wireless-light-gun-demo-unit-spotted-at-TGS-.htm Sat, 11 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTWireless Gaming Filed under: Gaming We spotted this demo light gun on the floor of TGS2008. The cagey booth attendant wouldn't tell us if it will ever hit retail shelves, but the frankensteined (see the exter... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20774/New-Castlevania-Confirmed-for-Xbox-360-and-PS3-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20774/New-Castlevania-Confirmed-for-Xbox-360-and-PS3-.htm Sat, 11 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTPS3 Games A short teaser at Konami's Tokyo Game Show booth confirmed what many Castlevania fans have been waiting to hear: a new Castlevania is coming for PS3 and Xbox 360. Though there's literally no ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20759/Shaun-White-Snowboarding-Xbox-360-Screenshots-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20759/Shaun-White-Snowboarding-Xbox-360-Screenshots-.htm Sat, 11 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTXBOX 360 Games 14 Xbox 360 Screenshots posted, from Ubi Soft ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20756/TGS-2008-Monster-Hunter-3-Impressions-[Wii]-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20756/TGS-2008-Monster-Hunter-3-Impressions-[Wii]-.htm Sat, 11 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii Games Capcom gives an overview of it's latest monster hunting installment, this time for the Nintendo Wii. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20719/Microsoft-Backtracks-On-Xbox-Live-Arcade-Delisting-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20719/Microsoft-Backtracks-On-Xbox-Live-Arcade-Delisting-.htm Fri, 10 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live The delisting of lower-selling Xbox Live Arcade titles will be deferred or even canceled as a result of the forthcoming New Xbox Experience dashboard, says Microsoft corporate vice president John Sc... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20712/TGS-08-Tekken-6-Confirmed-For-PS3-As-Well-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20712/TGS-08-Tekken-6-Confirmed-For-PS3-As-Well-.htm Fri, 10 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTPS2 On the heels of Tekken 6 being announced for the Xbox 360 , we can now confirm that it will be coming out on the PlayStation 3 as well. Sony fans, take a deep breath. It'll be okay. The co... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20703/Xbox-360-Arcade-Holiday-Bundle-unveiled-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20703/Xbox-360-Arcade-Holiday-Bundle-unveiled-.htm Fri, 10 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTXBOX 360 Games Microsoft sweetens their Xbox 360 Arcade for the holidays by bundling 6 games with the $199.99 lowest priced Xbox 360. The Xbox 360 Arcade holiday offer comes with Sega Superstars Tennis and five Xbo... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20702/Will-Microsoft-s-Xbox-360-kick-the-Apple-TV-out-of-your-living-room--.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20702/Will-Microsoft-s-Xbox-360-kick-the-Apple-TV-out-of-your-living-room--.htm Fri, 10 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTXBOX 360 Games Apple TV could be in big trouble when Microsoft unveils its new Xbox LIVE service in six weeks - with a revamped UI and a much broader focus on Hollywood. The software maker is betting on entertainmen... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20699/Microsoft-To-Offer-Xbox-360-Holiday-Bundles-With-Free-Games-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20699/Microsoft-To-Offer-Xbox-360-Holiday-Bundles-With-Free-Games-.htm Fri, 10 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTXBOX 360 Games Microsoft intends to offer Xbox 360 holiday bundles with free games again this year. According to a report from game weblog Talk Xbox, the bundles are already shipping to retailers, and several have... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20721/-New-Xbox-Experience--announced-for-Xbox-Live-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20721/-New-Xbox-Experience--announced-for-Xbox-Live-.htm Fri, 10 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Microsoft to release new interface for games service Microsoft has announced it is reworking the interface for its Xbox Live service the largest social network of its kind with 14 million members. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20727/TGS-08-Microsoft-Keynote-Liveblog-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20727/TGS-08-Microsoft-Keynote-Liveblog-.htm Fri, 10 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Microsoft's Tokyo Game Show keynote promises to be very interesting this year. The company has made a fair amount of progress in Japan, securing several exclusive RPGs from Square Enix and Namc... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20728/Light-Gun-Zero-Plus-wireless-light-gun-demo-unit-spotted-at-TGS-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20728/Light-Gun-Zero-Plus-wireless-light-gun-demo-unit-spotted-at-TGS-.htm Fri, 10 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTWireless Gaming Filed under: Gaming We spotted this demo light gun on the floor of TGS2008. The cagey booth attendant wouldn't tell us if it will ever hit retail shelves, but the frankensteined (see the exter... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20731/Sony-has-a-PS3-controller-charger--let-us-show-you-it-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20731/Sony-has-a-PS3-controller-charger--let-us-show-you-it-.htm Fri, 10 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTWireless Gaming Filed under: Gaming , Peripherals Even with today's wireless video game controllers, you can't stay untethered forever. After a few hours of gaming on the PlayStation 3, you'll have to plug ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20667/TGS-08-Microsoft-Keynote-Liveblog-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20667/TGS-08-Microsoft-Keynote-Liveblog-.htm Thu, 09 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Microsoft's Tokyo Game Show keynote promises to be very interesting this year. The company has made a fair amount of progress in Japan, securing several exclusive RPGs from Square Enix and Namc... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20665/FIFA-09-smashes-past-1m-sales-in-Europe-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20665/FIFA-09-smashes-past-1m-sales-in-Europe-.htm Thu, 09 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Milestone reached after less than a week on the market ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20663/Hands-on-With-the-New-Xbox-Live-Experience-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20663/Hands-on-With-the-New-Xbox-Live-Experience-.htm Thu, 09 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live A couple weekends back we covered a new webpage Microsoft launched on xbox.com that not only provides a fairly deep look at the new Xbox Live Experience coming this fall, it actually simula... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20655/Resitance-Retribution-and-Resitance-2-use-both-PSP-and-PS3-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20655/Resitance-Retribution-and-Resitance-2-use-both-PSP-and-PS3-.htm Thu, 09 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTPS3 Games Sony's Bend Studio revealed at the TGS 2008 some interesting tricks the upcoming Resistance: Retribution for the Sony PSP and the Resistance 2 Game for the PS3 can do together. You can "infect" your ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20658/Resistance-PS3-and-PSP-Interoperability-Detailed-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20658/Resistance-PS3-and-PSP-Interoperability-Detailed-.htm Thu, 09 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTPS3 Games Sony's been touting PSP and PS3 interoperability for awhile now. If you remember, Sony CEO Kaz Hirai once famously noted Ridge Racer as a highlight of the connectivity. Now the teams behin... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20661/TGS-2008-Halo-3-Recon-revealed--new-Xbox-Live-due-Nov.-19-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20661/TGS-2008-Halo-3-Recon-revealed--new-Xbox-Live-due-Nov.-19-.htm Thu, 09 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Xbox Live chief John Schappert talks about Microsoft's Japan strategy; prequel expansion to Bungie's shooter due Fall 2009; avatar-based XBL relaunch coming next month; Tekken 6 confirmed for 360; tra... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20651/NBA-09-The-Inside-Review-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20651/NBA-09-The-Inside-Review-.htm Thu, 09 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTPS2 Oct 8th, 2008 - One of Sony's largest selling points for their basketball series has been the focus on true HD gameplay in 1080p, along with an easily accessible shooting mechanic and gameplay scenari... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20641/Microsoft-lining-up-Japanese-game-designers-to-increase-sales-of-Xbox-360-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20641/Microsoft-lining-up-Japanese-game-designers-to-increase-sales-of-Xbox-360-.htm Thu, 09 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTXBOX 360 Games CHIBA, Japan - Microsoft Corp. will be releasing games developed by top Japanese designers for its Xbox 360 console, a senior executive said Thursday, the latest effort by the U.S. software maker to m... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20640/Microsoft-To-Offer-Xbox-360-Holiday-Bundles-With-Free-Games-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20640/Microsoft-To-Offer-Xbox-360-Holiday-Bundles-With-Free-Games-.htm Thu, 09 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTXBOX 360 Games Microsoft intends to offer Xbox 360 holiday bundles with free games again this year. According to a report from game weblog Talk Xbox, the bundles are already shipping to retailers, and several have... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20673/G4-Presents-Unprecedented-All-Access-Coverage-of-Tokyo-Game-Show-2008-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20673/G4-Presents-Unprecedented-All-Access-Coverage-of-Tokyo-Game-Show-2008-.htm Thu, 09 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTWireless Gaming LOS ANGELES, CA -- (Marketwire) -- 10/09/08 -- Tokyo Game Show 2008 , Asia's biggest gaming show, will be held from October 9 to 12, 2008 this year with a theme of "Ready for Game Time." But you don't... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20676/Microsoft-preps-gamers-for-the-Xbox-Experience-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20676/Microsoft-preps-gamers-for-the-Xbox-Experience-.htm Thu, 09 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTOnline Gaming At last July's E3 , Microsoft first announced its concept of an avatar-based community for online gaming, along with the ability to install games to the hard drive. At the Tokyo Game Show, the experie... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20677/Microsoft--Universities-Work-to-Prove-that-Video-Games-Can-Educate-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20677/Microsoft--Universities-Work-to-Prove-that-Video-Games-Can-Educate-.htm Thu, 09 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTOnline Gaming When John Nordlinger, senior research manager for Microsoft Research's gaming efforts, wanted a refresher on his French, he started playing "Everquest" -- the multiplayer online role-playing game -- i... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20605/Xbox-360---Gli-achievements-di-Call-of-Duty-World-at-War-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20605/Xbox-360---Gli-achievements-di-Call-of-Duty-World-at-War-.htm Wed, 08 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Il first-person shooter bellico di Treyarch pone gli obiettivi da raggiungere per sbloccare graditi gamerpoints....( read more ) ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20604/Hands-On-With-The-New-Xbox-Experience-[The-New-Xbox-Experience]-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20604/Hands-On-With-The-New-Xbox-Experience-[The-New-Xbox-Experience]-.htm Wed, 08 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live The New Xbox Experience is ready to go live soon as part of the Xbox fall update, and after getting some quality face time with the UI and it's new features, I'm pretty impressed. The update... ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20598/New-80GB-Sony-PS3-Bundles-and-Colors-official-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20598/New-80GB-Sony-PS3-Bundles-and-Colors-official-.htm Wed, 08 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTPS3 Games As reported already yesterday Sony announced today new 80GB Sony PS3 bundles and colors at the TGS 2008 in Japan. The 80GB Sony PS3 comes now in Black, White and Silver in Japan. Additionally Japanes... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20596/Sony-says-to-launch-PS3-with-80GB-hard-disk-drive-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20596/Sony-says-to-launch-PS3-with-80GB-hard-disk-drive-.htm Wed, 08 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTPS3 Games Japan's Sony Corp said on Thursday it will start selling PlayStation 3 game consoles with an 80 gigabyte hard disk drive, bigger than previous models, in Japan at the end of October for 39,980 yen ($... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20586/Video-game-review--Little-League--good-game-for-kids-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20586/Video-game-review--Little-League--good-game-for-kids-.htm Wed, 08 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii Games Playing members of a Japanimation-type Little League team, you're working your way to the World Series. Pitching, throwing, running and batting with the Wii-mote, make sure you've got the wrist-strap ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20584/New-Xbox-360-dashboard-coming-November-19th-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20584/New-Xbox-360-dashboard-coming-November-19th-.htm Wed, 08 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTXBOX 360 Games Filed under: Gaming Been wondering when you were finally going to get your eyes on that fancy new Xbox 360 experience ? Well the secret is out -- come November 19th, your dashboard will nev... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20619/TGS-2008-Tunnel-to-Freedom-with-PSP-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20619/TGS-2008-Tunnel-to-Freedom-with-PSP-.htm Wed, 08 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTOnline Gaming The online routing service between PS3 and PSP will debut in Japan this year. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20544/PBS-Brings-Documentaries--Science-Shows-To-Microsoft-Xbox-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20544/PBS-Brings-Documentaries--Science-Shows-To-Microsoft-Xbox-.htm Tue, 07 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live PBS may be known for much more than Masterpiece Theatre these days, but the news that it will place parts of its programming on Microsoft's Xbox is still something of a surprise. The public TV net is... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20539/Wipeout-HD-breaks-from-racing-game-pack-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20539/Wipeout-HD-breaks-from-racing-game-pack-.htm Tue, 07 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTPS3 Games RATING: (POLITE APPLAUSE)Wipeout HD: Racing Game. Developer: Studio Liverpool. Publisher: Sony Computer Entertainment Europe. $19.99 for PS3 (download only). ESRB Rating: Everyone 10+. Until recently,... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20528/Video-game-review-Sonic-Chronicles-The-Dark-Brotherhood-Sonic-dashes-in-right-direction-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20528/Video-game-review-Sonic-Chronicles-The-Dark-Brotherhood-Sonic-dashes-in-right-direction-.htm Tue, 07 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii Games Photo courtesy of SEGA Sega released the newest installment of the Sonic series last week with "Sonic Chronicles: The Dark Brotherhood" for Nintendo DS. The acclaimed studio BioWare, who b... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20522/Lightsabers-Now-a-Nintendo-Wii-Accessory-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20522/Lightsabers-Now-a-Nintendo-Wii-Accessory-.htm Tue, 07 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii Games Video game accessories manufacturer dreamGear has unveiled a new lightsaber accessory for Star Wars fans who own a Nintendo Wii. It is called Dual Glow Sabers and you'll find it pricing around around ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20545/Microsoft-Outlines-Reworked-Xbox-360-Games-Store-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20545/Microsoft-Outlines-Reworked-Xbox-360-Games-Store-.htm Tue, 07 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Microsoft has posted some new details and pictures on their Gamerscore Blog of the newly revamped Xbox Live Marketplace Games Store, which will be made available with the "New Xbox Experience" dashboa... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20549/Feeding-Frenzy-2-Shipwreck-Showdown-Review-[Xbox-360]-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20549/Feeding-Frenzy-2-Shipwreck-Showdown-Review-[Xbox-360]-.htm Tue, 07 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Shipwreck Showdown improves upon Feeding Frenzy in almost every way, but it's still too easy and too short. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20558/Nintendo-introduces-Wii-Speak-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20558/Nintendo-introduces-Wii-Speak-.htm Tue, 07 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii Nintendo Wii Accessories NINTENDO HERALDS the next generation of social gaming with the new Wii Speak Channel which will make keeping in touch with friends and family a whole lot easier. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20488/Tomb-Raider-Underworld-To-Get-Two-Xbox-360-Exclusive-DLC-Episodes-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20488/Tomb-Raider-Underworld-To-Get-Two-Xbox-360-Exclusive-DLC-Episodes-.htm Mon, 06 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Eidos' upcoming Tomb Raider: Underworld will receive two Xbox 360-exclusive downloadable "chapters" through a new agreement with Microsoft, the companies announced today. The game will also have a d... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20491/Indiana-Jones-and-the-Kingdom-of-the-Crystal-Skull---2-Disc-Special-Edition-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20491/Indiana-Jones-and-the-Kingdom-of-the-Crystal-Skull---2-Disc-Special-Edition-.htm Mon, 06 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live The last time Indiana Jones was in action, he was riding off into the sunset, with a final quest behind him. It took 19 years to coax him back to the screen, but the archeology O.G. is back, and "King... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20486/Microsoft-Outlines-Reworked-Xbox-360-Games-Store-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20486/Microsoft-Outlines-Reworked-Xbox-360-Games-Store-.htm Mon, 06 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live Microsoft has posted some new details and pictures on their Gamerscore Blog of the newly revamped Xbox Live Marketplace Games Store, which will be made available with the "New Xbox Experience" dashboa... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20473/Game-Developer-s-2008-Top-20-Publishers-Sees-Nintendo-Triumphant-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20473/Game-Developer-s-2008-Top-20-Publishers-Sees-Nintendo-Triumphant-.htm Mon, 06 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii Games Game Developer magazine's highly-anticipated annual Top 20 Publishers report has debuted for 2008 and is now available on Gamasutra, revealing that publisher Nintendo, which last year unseated the l... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20470/Where-s-GoldenEye-007-for-the-Xbox-360--.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20470/Where-s-GoldenEye-007-for-the-Xbox-360--.htm Mon, 06 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTXBOX 360 Games Supposedly a XBox Live Arcade version of the N64 classic GoldenEye 007 is ready and waiting to... ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20499/SOE-All-future-MMOGs-console-bound-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20499/SOE-All-future-MMOGs-console-bound-.htm Mon, 06 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTOnline Gaming President of Sony's online arm affirms that company is done with PC exclusivity; hints at new EverQuest. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20423/Sony-PS4-It-s-never-too-early-to-wonder-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20423/Sony-PS4-It-s-never-too-early-to-wonder-.htm Sun, 05 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTPS2 Japanese site PC Watch has started the global rumor mill churning with a report that Sony's Cell BE processor that powers the PS3 could still be a viable chip for the company's next next-gen console. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20419/Game-Developer-s-2008-Top-20-Publishers-Sees-Nintendo-Triumphant-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20419/Game-Developer-s-2008-Top-20-Publishers-Sees-Nintendo-Triumphant-.htm Sun, 05 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii Games Game Developer magazine's highly-anticipated annual Top 20 Publishers report has debuted for 2008 and is now available on Gamasutra, revealing that publisher Nintendo, which last year unseated the l... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20413/Microsoft-Outlines-Revamped-Xbox-360-Games-Store-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20413/Microsoft-Outlines-Revamped-Xbox-360-Games-Store-.htm Sun, 05 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTXBOX 360 Games Microsoft has posted some new details and pictures on their Gamerscore Blog of the newly revamped Xbox Live Marketplace Games Store, which will be made available with the "New Xbox Experien... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20441/Score-with-a-Career-in-Video-Game-Industry-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20441/Score-with-a-Career-in-Video-Game-Industry-.htm Sun, 05 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTWireless Gaming (ARA) - Remember Mom's warning that you would never earn a living playing video games? If Mom could have foreseen the growth of the $10 billion gaming industry, she might have encouraged you to play m... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20371/PSP-is-Japan-s-best-seller-of-2008-News-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20371/PSP-is-Japan-s-best-seller-of-2008-News-.htm Sat, 04 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTPS2 Xbox 360 sales have trumped those of PS3 after yet another week in Japan. We never thought we'd write that. The Microsoft console sold 11,294, according to Media Create data (thanks NeoGAF ), while So... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20376/War-World-is-now-available-on-Xbox-LIVE-Arcade-for-the-Xbox-360-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20376/War-World-is-now-available-on-Xbox-LIVE-Arcade-for-the-Xbox-360-.htm Sat, 04 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTXBOX Live War World is a fast-paced third-person shooter that combines a unique blend of heart-pumping action and tactical gameplay, introducing an entirely new genre to Xbox LIVE Arcade for Xbox 360. ... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20373/Sony-PS3-GT5-Prologue-gets-Update-with-3-new-Cars-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20373/Sony-PS3-GT5-Prologue-gets-Update-with-3-new-Cars-.htm Sat, 04 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTPS3 Games Sony released an update to the PS3 racing game Gran Turismo 5 Prologue peppered with 3 new cars. Besides the three new cars, Sony added a number of gameplay and performance enhancements to T5 Prologu... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20359/Nintendo-s-Wii-Storage-Solution-SD-Cards-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20359/Nintendo-s-Wii-Storage-Solution-SD-Cards-.htm Sat, 04 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii Games Lucas123 writes "After gamers complained for the better part of a year, Nintendo finally came out with a solution to the Wii's lack of storage capacity — a 2GB SD card from which users can execute g... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20360/Eat-It--D3Publisher-to-Deliver-a-Tasty-Bullet-Sandwich-with-New-Videogame-for-the-Xbox-360.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20360/Eat-It--D3Publisher-to-Deliver-a-Tasty-Bullet-Sandwich-with-New-Videogame-for-the-Xbox-360.htm Sat, 04 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTXBOX 360 Games LOS ANGELES, BUSINESS WIRE -- An action hero emerges from the pixels as D3Publisher (D3P), a publisher and developer of interactive entertainment software, today announced plans for Eat Lead: The Retu... http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20358/SEGA-shows-two-new-Wii-games-News-.htm http://www.consoleshock.com/content/20358/SEGA-shows-two-new-Wii-games-News-.htm Sat, 04 Oct 2008 22:00:00 GMTNintendo Wii Games SEGA secretly unveiled two new Wii games during the Nintendo conference yesterday. Let's Tap, the first of these, is being made by Sonic creator Yuji Naka. 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