Bethesda have today released the second of the Elder Scrolls series as a free download to all. The game, as with all of the Elder Scrolls series, is set in a huge fantasy land, with the two provinces in Daggerfall being Hammerfell and High Rock, the homes of the Redguards and Bretons. Old games becoming free is always good news; it reminds me of Project Gutenberg- a free collection of books no longer covered by copyright laws.

There is, of course, bad news too. The game only runs under DOS, so there’s a complicated method of getting the game running on more modern operating systems. Luckily, Shacknews have put together a nice guide which can be found here to help you along. Good luck!

Destructoid reports that the full XBLA release of Marvel vs. Capcom 2 will happen on none other than July 29, 2009. The PSN release is not known at this point, although it is likely to be a very similar date. The game is also set to be sold at a price of 1200 MS Funbux™, and likely a similar price on the PSN but in actual Dollars/Pounds/Euros/Yen/Your currency.

I remember seeing this game in the shops when I was a kid. At the time, I wanted to buy it because it had Marvel characters in it. Now, I want to buy MvC2 because it has Capcom characters in it. Time changes things, especially the relative coolness of Ryu in my mind.

RPS reports that the PC demo of the huge open-world racer Fuel is out now for anyone to try- you can download it from here if you’re interested. I’m downloading it as I write this, as I’m eager to see what the game is like. I’ve been playing Burnout Paradise on my PC a lot recently, and I’m hungry for a version on rough terrain; Fuel seems pretty perfect.

Still, there’s no chance that it’ll be better than Burnout, and the generally average review scores it has been getting don’t bode well. Of course, the fact that there’s a free demo means everyone can just see for themselves whether they’re going to get the game or not.

For those of you who have played Fight Night Round 4, you probably noticed (and were surprised) that there wasn’t an option to change the control scheme and use the face buttons to play like in previous Fight Night games. Well EA is about to fix that with an update coming later this summer to add the face button control scheme for those who have been complaining about it, and don’t worry, it’s free. I just wonder why EA Sports didn’t just include the option in the first place. Weird.

Along with this update, a new DLC will be arriving before hand containing a new training gym, new gameplay sliders and new equipment to use on your boxer. The 360 version will also be receiving an alternate, Pizza-Hut sponsored version of Sugar Ray Leonard. And all of this DLC will be free too. Sweet, huh?

Source: Joystiq

Destructoid have posted a set of comparison shots between the upcoming Secret of Monkey Island: Special Edition and the original game. The best part about the update is that whichever set you prefer, at the touch of a button in-game, you can switch between them. Personally, I’m leaning more toward the old style: I prefer the art style, and the tinge of nostalgia is probably helping too.

The art style is less important, however, than the new voice acting. It had better not be bad, as that game is awash with brilliantly written dialogue- there’s every chance it has been pissed all over by voice acting. That remains to be seen (well, heard), I suppose. I’ve lined up the comparison shots after the jump.

As you can see in the (brilliant) above image, Valve have revealed a certain sports bat will be featured in Left 4 Dead 2. Yes, the cricket bat, likely a homage to the fantastic zombie film Shaun of the Dead, will be available for use. Perhaps I should be berated for posting something that is probably a little trivial and not newsworthy- that was my initial reaction.

However, by doing this post, I am able to simultaneously post a picture of a zombie being smacked by a cricket bat by a man in a hat with the English flag on it, and praise a brilliant British film. This is the first time I’ve ever felt patriotic, and it’s all thanks to zombies.

Oh, and as a bonus for those who clicked the read more button, I’ll tell you why I haven’t been updating recently: I’ve been on holiday in England.

Yes, you read that right. There is another set of multiplayer maps coming out for Halo 3, no joke. When ODST launches this fall, it will come packed with a Halo 3 multiplayer map disk complete with three new maps.

And if you’re thinking the picture above looks a lot like “Midship” from Halo 2, well you’re right because it’s a remake called “Heretic” included in the new map pack along with “Citadel” and “Longshore”. Hit the jump for a look at the other two maps coming out with ODST this fall.

Citadel

Longshore

1 vs 100, the new Xbox Live online game show for the 360, will feature prizes of Xbox Live Arcade games and Microsoft Points beginning this week. Starting July 10 at 7 p.m. PST, Xbox Live Gold Members will have the chance to win up to 10,000 MP in every round played in 1 vs 100.

The easiest way to win Microsoft Points is to be chosen as “The One” or being part of “The Mob”. If you’re lucky enough to be chosen as the One, you’ll need to eliminate players in the Mob, earning MP for each member you eliminate, up to a total 10,000 MP if you can eliminate every player.  On the other hand, if you’re part of the Mob and the One makes a mistake, you’ll be able to earn an Arcade game and a part of the One’s MP. If you’re one of the people stuck in the crowd, you still have a chance to win a prize if you’re one of the top three highest scoring members.

Sounds like a lot of fun and a great chance to win some Microsoft Points and even some Arcade titles. Good Luck!

Source: 1up

A week after releasing an 80 GB PS3 bundle with LittlelBigPlanet and Wall-E, Best Buy will soon be offering an 80GB PS3 bundle packaged with both Killzone 2 and Metal Gear Solid 4 for $399.99, according to rumors and the above pic that has been spreading around the web. It’s said that Best Buy is trying to clear out their shelves of the 80Gb PS3 to replace it with the 160Gb and then eventually for the rumored PS3 Slim.

Again, this is all speculation for now, but I’m pretty sure that picture is legit and we’ll be seeing those bundles on Best Buy shelves soon enough. It’s a great deal for anyone thinking about getting a PS3 as you get two of the best games on the console for free!

(Update) No longer a rumor as the bundle has now been posted on Best Buy’s website. Yay!

Source: Joystiq

Another Monday, another fun day with new Nintendo downloads for the Wii and DSi. This week is packed full of Wii titles with a total of four, including the 100th game for the WiiWare, BIT. TRIP CORE, an action and rhythm arcade-style game. The WiiWare gets two other titles including BUST-A-MOVE PLUS! and Heracles Chariot Racing, a chariot racing game that takes place on top of Mount Olympus.

The Virtual Console gets one oldie title from the Commodore 64, California Games, and the DSiWare gets another Art Style game with Art Style: BASE 10, a numbers puzzle game, along with Asphalt 4: Elite Racing. Hit the jump to get the full description of each title and how much they’ll cost you.

WiiWare

BIT.TRIP CORE
Publisher: Aksys Games
Players: 1-2
ESRB Rating: E (Everyone)
Price: 600 Wii Points™
Description: BIT.TRIP CORE continues the BIT.TRIP saga in this retro-arcade-style game. BIT.TRIP CORE adds up to an exciting action/rhythm game that’s best played while zoning out on the tunes and letting the visuals swallow you whole. The experience is inspired by games from the ’80s, but with a modern twist. The game play is entirely new to the series, leaving the single-axis controls of BIT.TRIP BEAT behind in favor of the ability to control two axes. If the difficulty gets you down, grab a friend and play cooperatively with two-player multiplayer. Make it to the end and you’ll have journeyed one step further to completing your BIT.TRIP.

BUST-A-MOVE Plus!
Publisher: TAITO
Players: 1-2
ESRB Rating: E (Everyone)
Price: 600 Wii Points
Description: BUST-A-MOVE Plus! is a simple but hugely addictive puzzle game in which you must try to burst a multi-colored mass of bubbles with your very own bubble launcher. Every time you make a group of three or more bubbles of the same color, they pop. There are two game modes available: 1P Puzzle (players tackle the game’s 135 stages in pursuit of a new high score or best time) and Battle (players take on friends or computer-controlled opponents). If that doesn’t satisfy your passion for popping, there are a total of 270 extra stages waiting for you in the two add-on-content packs, available for purchase on the Wii™ Shop Channel. BUST-A-MOVE Plus! is simple to get into and deep enough to keep you coming back for more.

Heracles Chariot Racing
Publisher: Neko Entertainment
Players: 1-4
ESRB Rating: E (Everyone) – Comic Mischief
Price: 800 Wii Points
Description: The famous Heracles has taken on a challenge like none he has ever faced. Our hero will have to beat his opponents in a race across mythological kingdoms and be the first to reach the top of Mount Olympus. You can play as Heracles and help him return the sacred trophy, or play as one of the other varied mythological characters from Satyr to Poseidon and claim the prize for yourself. Race through three racing cups across 10 courses set in five mythic landscapes. Use awesome fantasy weaponry to defeat your opponents: tridents, fireballs, Zeus’s lightning rods and more. Get your friends together for intense two-to-four-player split-screen multiplayer action in Championship, Single Race or Battle mode.

Virtual Console

California Games
Original platform: Commodore 64
Publisher: Commodore Gaming
Players: 1-5
ESRB Rating: E (Everyone)
Price: 500 Wii Points
Description: Welcome to California, home of the most radical sports in the world. You’re about to hit the beaches, parks and streets of the Golden State to go for trophies in everything from surfing to bike racing. California Games gives you the hottest sports and the most aggro competition. You even have to pick your own sponsor. So pull on those kneepads – you’re about to get into the most fun you’ve had since Mom hid your skateboard. California Games is going to take you from surf to the turf, from the pipe to the parks.
Nintendo DSiWare

Art Style: BASE 10™
Publisher: Nintendo
Players: 1-2
ESRB Rating: E (Everyone)
Price: 500 Nintendo DSi Points™
Description: Art Style: BASE 10 is a game of numbers. Your goal is simple: create combinations equaling 10 by sliding numbers around the playing field. Move them horizontally or vertically, but be careful not to create an unusable non-number in the process. Choose from one of three modes: eliminate a set amount of numbers as quickly as possible in ZEROSUM MODE; get rid of prearranged groups of numbers in as few moves as possible in PUZZLE MODE; or continue removing numbers until your game is over in INFINITE MODE. In addition, you can challenge an opponent to a two-player wireless battle in VS MODE and see whose number-crunching skills reign supreme. If you think you’re a master with numbers, the straightforward yet challenging world of Art Style: BASE 10 gives you the opportunity to prove it in a unique way.

Asphalt 4: Elite Racing
Publisher: Gameloft
Players: 1-4
ESRB Rating: E10+ (Everyone 10 and Older) – Mild Violence
Price: 800 Nintendo DSi Points
Description: For the racing elite, the world is their racetrack. Choose among 28 dream cars and motorcycles from the world’s most prestigious manufacturers. Then race your way through eight of the most renowned cities, fully rendered in 3-D. Control your speed machine with either standard or touch-screen controls for precision driving. Photos taken with the Nintendo DSi™ Camera can be used as your personal icon or can appear throughout the various environments, including the garage where you can customize and tune your vehicles. From New York to Shanghai, Paris to Dubai, you’ll weave a course through busy streets in six kinds of races plus four-player Multiplayer mode. Avoid police, demolish competitors and pass the leader to win. You’ll need to floor it at every straightaway and push every drift to the limit to stay one step ahead and become the ultimate VIP of urban racing.

The summer drought has arrived. Not much going on this week other than Battlefield 1943 and The Bigs 2. Oh, and Street Fighter IV for you PC addicts. Looks like another week to catch up on games we haven’t finished yet. Hit the jump for the full list of new games and my pick of the week.

Pick of the Week: Battlefield 1943 (360, PS3)

Xbox 360:

• Battlefield 1943 (Xbox Live Arcade)
• BioShock & The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Bundle
• The Bigs 2

PS3:

• Battlefield 1943 (PlayStation Store)
• The Bigs 2

Wii:

• The Bigs 2

PC:

• BioShock & The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Bundle
• Street Fighter IV
• Tales of Monkey Island - Chapter 1: Launch of the Screaming Narwhal (Online)

PS2:

• The Bigs 2

PSP:

• The Bigs 2

What do you get when you take Diablo 2, make the plot even more undecipherable and convoluted, and make random loot even more important?  You get Sacred 2, a great game to play if you don’t care about anything other than mindlessly killing monsters because they happen to be in a circle on your map.

Really, it’s not a horrible game unless you actually want to have a reason to do the things that you’re doing.  As I said, think Diablo, only without the fun factor that somehow manages to come out in Blizzard games (frankly, I think they sold their soul to the devil, but who knows?).  The game is viewed mostly top down and you move your little dude around and press buttons that coincide with different abilities.  The graphics are pretty good, to be honest, but the viewpoint sort of detracts from some of that.  You can zoom in, and the camera almost kind of goes behind the character like a traditional third person game, but it never really gets there, so it’s more like a tease than anything else.

The story, what there is, is insanely hard to follow, especially with the bazillion side quests that pop up as you go.  The quest log is pretty much useless, and really all you have to do is bring up the map and go to where the circles are (which indicate quest objectives).  You don’t need to know why, or what you’re supposed to do there, just go.  When you get there, you’ll either start killing things and getting quest credit for it, or you’ll see a dude with a exclamation point over his head.  Even if you try to follow what you’re doing and why, the simple fact is there is just too much going on at any given time to keep track of it all.

That being said, the character system is fairly deep, and there is a ton of loot to get, so if you can just lobotomize yourself and mindlessly kill dudes for hours on end just to try and number crunch your way to success, this game could be right up your alley.  There is definitely a feeling of accomplishment when some imp drops a badass piece of armor for your character, and it really makes you understand how gambling gets addictive.  Considering that stuff drops for all the classes regardless of what you or your buddies are playing as, getting something awesome for yourself is a fairly rare occurrence.

The problem that I have with this random loot system is that even your powers are part of the loot table, so you might be level twenty, you could still not have some powers, or you might have one power that’s level ten, and another one that you might want to use more often that is only level one.  You can trade in tokens for powers at a rune master guy and get the powers that you want, but it can be expensive and it still relies on getting runes in the first place.

Another draw of the game is that the world is just massive.  While playing through the main questline would probably take a good thirty hours or so, exploring the rest of the world would probably take days of game time, and that’s not including doing the insane amount of side quests.  On top of all that, there are two multiplayer modes that are completely separate from the main story mode (which can also be played co-op, so that’s kind of a third multiplayer mode I guess). 

One is free-mode, where you just seem to run around and explore, killing shit as you go.  I don’t really see what the point of this is, but maybe I missed something.  I can see it being something to do when you’ve already beaten the game, sort of like a multiplayer sandbox game of GTA4, where there are no set goals, but people still have fun doing it.

The other mode is a PVP mode, which I must be honest and say that I didn’t really participate in that.  I’m not one for PVP, but looking at the some of the loot that dropped, I imagine that getting into PVP would be a whole separate ordeal, as there are stats on some gear that only affect other players.

So, yeah, it’s a huge game, but for me, it was a huge, long game of mind-numbing grind hell.  What little plot there was is totally lost in the depth of the other game systems, so basically the game just felt like I was killing guys for no reason other than to get better stuff.  Then, I would use that stuff to kill harder guys so that I could get better stuff.  The only reason I was doing this was to get to a mystical little circle or dot on my map.  Frankly, I hated it, but that’s just me.  Being an objective and bi-partisan reviewer type idiot, I have to take into consideration that the people I played with online were absolutely thrilled with the game, so it’s really just a matter of what you like to do.

I can tell you that I spent a half hour just talking to someone about what stats they were looking to get on their Seraphim, so obviously there is just something there that that guy enjoys.  So… long story short, if your fondest memories of games like Diablo or WoW are getting awesome loot after hours of killing guys for no reason, than Sacred 2 will fill that niche for you nicely.  If, however, you are waiting for the next great story-driven RPG, than Sacred 2 will leave much to be desired.

This is all pretty adorable and awesome now, but boy oh boy is this going to go downhill fast and he gets older.

First Range told you about Call of Duty: World at War. Then he told you about Gears of War 2. Now I’m here to tell you that Bungie is also giving Halo 3 players a double XP weekend. However, this “weekend” begins today and goes until 2am Monday. It also requires the Heroic, Legendary, and Mythic map packs. Enjoy.

Bungie

So after just posting the announcement of a Call of Duty: World at War double XP this weekend to celebrate the 4th of July, I found out that Epic Games is doing the same thing with their own title giving Gears of War 2 it’s own double XP weekend from July 3 to July 6, as well. During ranked matches on the public playlist, everyone will receive double the XP, and the winning team will also walk away with an additional 500 XP.

In addition to the double XP promotion, the latest update for Gears of War 2 will be released sometime before the weekend allowing for some changes to the Horde mode (most notably the addition of experience points). Speaking of the Horde mode, Epic will be celebrating Independence Day with it’s own fireworks by adding Tickers to every wave in Horde, and on the 10th wave of every Horde match, there will only be Tickers.

So, which double XP promotion will you be enjoying this weekend? Call of Duty: World at War or Gears of War 2?

Source: Joystiq

In celebration of Independence Day in the US, Microsoft has announced that Call of Duty: World at War wil be running a double XP weekend from July 3 to July 6. The double XP weekend will be available to all Xbox Live gold members worldwide.

Along with the double XP promotion, a playlist update is scheduled to go live on July 3, integrating the Map Pack 2 maps into the Core and Hardcore rotations. Time to prestige!

Source: Xbox.com

2K Sport’s 10th Anniversary edition of NBA 2K10 is huge, and I’m not exaggerating by any means, as it may well be the biggest bundle for a limited-edition game ever.

Unveiled today, the $99.99 10th Anniversary package comes with the game (duh), an exclusive Kobe Bryant figurine by McFarlane Toys, a Kobe Bryant poster, a video about the NBA 2K series, and an account to a special VIP online lobby for the game called the “Gold Room”.

Oh, don’t let me forget to mention that the package also comes with a storage locker that stores 20 games. Nope, you didn’t read that wrong. The game actually comes with storage locker fit to hold 20 games. Now do you believe me when I say this anniversary package is huge?

Source: Joystiq via Team Xbox

Looking to buy a PS3 anytime soon? Wanting to get the best deal? Well, Best Buy has got a pretty nice PS3 bundle their offering right now. The bundle includes the 80GB model of the PS3 hardware for $399.99, along with a copy of LittleBigPlanet and a Blu-ray copy of Wall-E for FREE! Quite an impressive package, so if you’re interested in getting a PS3, I’d put some thought into this deal.

Source: Ars Technica

Following the death of “The King of Pop” last thursday, sales for Sega’s Michael Jackson’s Moonwalker video game have rised on Ebay.

Released for the Sega Genesis in 1990, Michael Jackson’s Moonwalker reached prices as high as $205. The game featured music from the best-selling Thriller album and BAD album, including hits like Smooth Criminal, Beat It, Billie Jean and BAD.

It’s funny cause I actually remember playing this game as a child at my cousin’s house and it was actually pretty fun, back then nevertheless. Rest in Peace Michael Jackson, we lost one of the greatest entertainers of all time, if not ever.

Punch Jump

This week’s bundle of Nintendo downloads feature one sudoku game for the DSiWare, one Sega classic for the Virtual Console and three WiiWare titles which is highlighted by Water Warfare, a colorful first-person water gun shooter, just in time for the summer. Hit the jump for the full list of Nintendo downloads and more details on each title.

WiiWare

Water Warfare™
Publisher: Hudson Entertainment
Players: 1-8
ESRB Rating: E10+ (Everyone 10 and Older) - Cartoon Violence
Price: 800 Wii Points™
Description: Water Warfare is a comical first-person shooter that uses water guns to battle and soak opponents. A map with a particular theme - Playground, Beach, Plaza or Nature Park - is generated automatically when the game begins, so you can think up new strategies each time you engage. Game modes include Single Player Missions, CPU Match and 2-Player Split Screen. On top of that, players with broadband Internet access can use Nintendo® Wi-Fi Connection to battle with up to eight players from around the world, or participate in Ranking Mode.

Reel Fishing® Challenge
Publisher: Natsume, Inc.
Players: 1
ESRB Rating: E (Everyone)
Price: 500 Wii Points
Description: Reel Fishing Challenge offers a fun and challenging experience for novice fishers and master anglers alike. Put your skills to the test and discover new types of fish in the challenging mission mode, or relax and enjoy the game at your own pace in free play mode. No matter which mode you play, the game’s beautiful graphics and natural setting bring the fishing experience to life. Choose from a variety of lures to attract and hook the game’s numerous fish. Each fish looks and moves like the real thing - it’s the closest you can get to real-life fishing without putting on your waders.

Silver Star Reversi
Publisher: Agetec, Inc.
Players: 1-2
ESRB Rating: E (Everyone)
Price: 500 Wii Points
Description: Silver Star Reversi has two modes: 1-Player mode allows you to play a match against the computer opponent, and 2-Player mode allows you to play against another person. In 1-Player mode, you can choose from five different computer opponents, turn the background music on or off, adjust sound effects and access in-game help features. During each match, you can also redo your last move, save the game at any point, or resign from the game. After a match has ended, you can review each move and resume the match from any point you choose.

Virtual Console™

Fantasy Zone™ II: The Tears of Opa-Opa
Original platform: SEGA MASTER SYSTEM
Publisher: SEGA
Players: 1
ESRB Rating: E (Everyone) - Mild Cartoon Violence
Price: 500 Wii Points
Description: Ten years have elapsed since Opa-Opa restored peace to the Fantasy Zone. Now history is repeating itself, and the planets that make up the Fantasy Zone once again find themselves attacked by the mastermind of the Nenon planet forces. This mastermind is secretly constructing a huge fortress in the Fantasy Zone and aims to put an end to their ambitious plans. Just as he did 10 years ago, Opa-Opa must do battle to save the Fantasy Zone.

Nintendo DSiWare™

SUDOKU MASTER
Publisher: Hudson Entertainment
Players: 1
ESRB Rating: E (Everyone)
Price: 500 Nintendo DSi Points™
Description: SUDOKU MASTER offers 150 unique puzzles that beginners and experts alike will enjoy. A handful of tutorials will help you learn the rules and controls as you go, and handy features like Write Mode and Temp Numbers make Sudoku pleasantly user-friendly. Feeling confident? Then try your hand at Title Mode to work your way up from Rookie to Sudoku Master. All puzzles were created by Sudoku veteran NIKOLI Co., Ltd., and tips from Sudoku godfather Maki Kaji are offered between games.

With another week comes another batch of new game releases for a summer that has been quite impressive thus far. This week we’ve got a western shooter, plenty of magic, dinosaurs and a Mega Man sighting. Hit the jump for the full list of new releases this week and my pick of the week.

Pick of the Week: Call of Juarez: Bound in Blood (360, PS3, PC)

Xbox 360:

• BlazBlue: Calamity Trigger
• Call of Juarez: Bound in Blood
• Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince
• Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs
• Infernal: Hell’s Vengeance

PS3:

• BlazBlue: Calamity Trigger
• Call of Juarez: Bound in Blood
• Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince
• Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs

Wii:

• Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince
• Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs
• Roogoo Twisted Towers

PC:

• Call of Juarez: Bound in Blood
• FUEL
• Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince
• Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs
• Trine (Digital Distribution)

PS2:

• Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince
• Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs

DS:

• Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince
• Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs
• Mega Man Star Force 3 Black Ace
• Mega Man Star Force 3 Red Joker
• Roogoo Attack!
• Treasure World

PSP:

• Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince
• Steambot Chronicles: Battle Tournament

I’ve never had the pleasure of playing the Tropico games, but as I’ve gotten older I’ve become a bigger fan of sim games, so Tropico 3 caught my eye a while ago. The closed beta is either starting soon or has already started, so you can go sign up for a chance to get your Tropico on.

The Punisher: No Mercy will be available on the PlayStation Store on July 2nd for $10. I really hope there’s a demo. I’m interested because of my love for The Punisher, but I also have a love/hate relationship with first-person shooters. When done right, it’s one of my favorite genres, but more often than not it’s done wrong.

Rhianna Pratchett, the writer behind Overlord and its sequels, has expressed how much help the video game industry in the writing department.

“Writers and narrative designers are still relatively new positions on development teams. This means there’s still a level of uncertainty about how best to use and integrate them. I know from talking to lots of fine people in my field that the writing process can often be done too late, without proper access to the team and under extreme pressure. Thankfully, things are starting to get a little better and more writers are being contacted in the first few months of a project’s lifespan, rather than the last few months … A little more variation in concept and content would be nice, as well, which is something writers and narrative designers can help with.”

I couldn’t agree more. As a big fan of books, I’m frequently turned off from games for either a lame plot or poor dialogue. In fact, if I were to count how many games I’ve played that have been good in every department but writing, I would have to make up a new number. I’m going with “dillion.” A dillion games.

Go Nintendo

The 1 Vs. 100 beta has been going on for some time now but it’s only been available to Xbox Live Gold subscribers, and if you’re a cheapskate like me, that’s a problem. From today until Sunday, however, Silver members can join in on the scheduled games. According to the main 1 Vs. 100 website, the games start tomorrow at 3:00 PM (PST, I believe).

Game Stooge

My favorite part of this is that they kept all of their postal reciepts. You need to be diligent with your finances, even if you’re a filthy criminal!

I mentioned yesterday that a screenwriter has been hired for Hitman 2 and now we learn that a new game is coming as well and it will be directly related to the movie’s storyline.

Hitman 5 will be released late next year and certain parts of the story will tie in with certain parts of the movie. There are no details as of yet, but I don’t like the idea of combining a movie that’s probably going to be awful with a game that could very well be awesome. It seems like a recipe for tears.

Go Nintendo

Check out this new trailer for Game Arts’ Super Smash Bros.-style fighter Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Smash Up featuring Raphael and Casey Jones taking on a Foot Ninja and an Utrominater, whatever the hell that is.

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Smash Up is scheduled for a fall release on the Wii, as part of the TMNT’s 25th anniversary, along with a remake of the side-scrolling arcade title TMNT: Turtles in Time, which will hit Xbox Live on July 22 and later this summer on the Playstation Network.

Man what’s with all these Jimmy Fallon-related stories that we’ve been posting lately? I don’t even like the guy that much! I don’t know how I feel about Tiger Woods, though.

Red Steel for the Nintendo Wii wasn’t terrible. I don’t think it was good, necessarily, but for being the first of its kind, it was fun. Red Steel 2 will make use of the Wii MotionPlus and the devs want to make sure that shit is off the hook.

“Being Wii Motionplus exclusive, we really needed the information in the Wii MotionPlus, it’s an amazing device. With the gyroscope we always know which way the Wii remote is pointing. We’re trying to make a game that is the best reason to have a Wii MotionPlus, and really pays off with that experience.”

I hope these guys stay true to their word and I get to shoot/tear it up in a Japanese bathhouse with precision accuracy.

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