THE hunt is on as Asus UK have selected the Easter Bank Holiday weekend to unveil to the UK consumer the artfully designed Karim Rashid Eee PC Seashell 1008P Collection.
World-renowned industrial designer Karim Rashid’s touch is evident in the techno-chic Eee PC Seashell 1008P which is designed to appeal to all 5 senses.
Available in either glossy Hot Pink or matte Coffee Brown finish it brings together function and fashion in a simple, practical and affordable package.
The Eee PC Seashell 1008P integrates the new Intel Atom N450 processor with Windows 7 Starter, Express Gate and Super Hybrid Engine. This winning combination helps optimise energy efficiency and deliver up to a whopping 8 hours of battery life -giving users long lasting functionality when and where they need it most.
Asus’ own highly styled Ken Lee will be popping up all over London (April 3-4) and asking the question:
Which one are you, hot pink or seductive brown?
Everyone who joins in will not only receive a free Asus USB stick but the chance to win a shopping holiday for two to Bloomington, Minnesota - home to the Mall of America.
All entries will be posted online at www.techinstyle.tv from 07 April.
If you aren’t able to join in the Karim Rashid Easter Hunt, worry not, just capture your choice of pink or brown on camera, log on to techinstyle.tv and share with friends and family and the most popular entry will win the shopping holiday*
In addition, the first 500 video entries will all receive a free ASUS USB stick.
The holiday is supplied courtesy of Bloomington, Minnesota (bloomingtonmn.org) and Sun Country Airlines (suncountry.com) and includes return economy flights from Stansted to Minneapolis, 4 nights accommodation and a Mall of America shopping spree voucher as well as a shopping voucher booklet.
So this Easter, dump the egg, and come on an Easter hunt with the Karim Rashid Eee PC.
Ps. If you spot Ken Lee around London on April 3-4, take a snapshot and send to info@techinstyle.tv and one lucky winner will receive a free Karim Rashid Eee PC.
Wednesday 31 March 2010
FirstPlay console show launches in April
EUROPE’S first on-console show FirstPlay will launch its first weekly episode on Thursday (April 8) on the PlayStation Network, bringing high-def video reviews and previews every week, plus exclusive downloadable content and much more.
Brought about by TechRadar’s publisher Future, FirstPlay will be available to UK gamers through Sony’s PlayStation 3 console from the PlayStation Network for 99p an episode or £8.99 for a 90-day subscription.
Highlights in the first episode include a review of Just Cause 2 – rewarding viewers with an exclusive in-game item for use by Rico Rodriquez as well as Sony’s God of War III – and a first-look at EA’s Fifa World Cup 2010.
Plus, there’s an interactive gallery function, including screenshots and artwork from Formula One 2010, Ghost Recon: Future Soldier and Red Dead Redemption.
Brought about by TechRadar’s publisher Future, FirstPlay will be available to UK gamers through Sony’s PlayStation 3 console from the PlayStation Network for 99p an episode or £8.99 for a 90-day subscription.
Highlights in the first episode include a review of Just Cause 2 – rewarding viewers with an exclusive in-game item for use by Rico Rodriquez as well as Sony’s God of War III – and a first-look at EA’s Fifa World Cup 2010.
Plus, there’s an interactive gallery function, including screenshots and artwork from Formula One 2010, Ghost Recon: Future Soldier and Red Dead Redemption.
Tuesday 30 March 2010
Other OS to be disabled in new PS3 software update
FAT PS3 owners beware - if you have installed an alternative operating system on your console, it may become redundant in a couple of days' time.
The next system software update for the PlayStation 3 system will be released on April 1, and will disable the “Install Other OS” feature that was available on the PS3 systems prior to the current slimmer models, launched in September 2009. This feature enabled users to install an operating system, but due to security concerns, Sony Computer Entertainment will remove the functionality through the 3.21 system software update.
This was a handy feature for techie PS3 owners to have, but obviously worries over the console and the PlayStation Network mean you will just have to make use of the Sony OS from now on.
The next system software update for the PlayStation 3 system will be released on April 1, and will disable the “Install Other OS” feature that was available on the PS3 systems prior to the current slimmer models, launched in September 2009. This feature enabled users to install an operating system, but due to security concerns, Sony Computer Entertainment will remove the functionality through the 3.21 system software update.
This was a handy feature for techie PS3 owners to have, but obviously worries over the console and the PlayStation Network mean you will just have to make use of the Sony OS from now on.
Friday 26 March 2010
Planet MiniGolf heading to the PS3
ZEN Studios has announced that Planet MiniGolf will be coming exclusively to PlayStation Network in Spring 2010.
ZEN is applying its acclaimed ball physics engine used in top-selling ZEN Pinball to deliver the best golf experience on PlayStation.
Planet MiniGolf features a deep single-player campaign with beautiful and intricate courses and over 140 challenging holes to play through, as well as a multitude of fun multi-player options, from the local hotseat mode to weekly online tournaments and a Worldwide Competition mode.
Wednesday 24 March 2010
Free app to track down Cask Ale locally
TODAY sees the launch of CaskFinder, a new iPhone application available free of charge from Apple’s AppStore to coincide with National Cask Ale Week.
CaskFinder is designed to help consumers enjoy and appreciate Cask Ale wherever they may be in the UK!
Combining data from The Cask Marque pub quality inspection scheme and The Cyclops Beer standardisation initiative, both industry sponsored bodies, CaskFinder uses the location-awareness of the iPhone to show consumers nearby pubs, brewers and events.
Finding a Cask Marque quality approved pub couldn’t be easier – there are over 6,000 in the UK and growing all the time – just click on the Cask Marque pub icon on the downloaded app and CaskFinder shows you automatically on a map where your nearest pubs are.
Once you have found a pub, you can click on its icon and find out what beers it serves, based on its Cask Marque quality inspection.
If you are unfamiliar with the beers or just want to try something new, you can click on the beer logo and immediately view the Cyclops Beer database information held for over 1,000 beers. The Cyclops database contains standardised tasting information compiled by trained inspectors, including Head Brewers, so you’ll know they know what they are talking about!
If consumers find a beer that interests them, they can search in reverse i.e. find nearby pubs where the beer is served, using a “Where to Drink” facility. If they like a particular brewer’s beers, they can find out more about the brewer and even see what other beers they produce – and find out which pubs you can drink them in. Or they could just browse through the database and choose any one of the 1,000+ beers at random!
In addition to finding pubs and beers, CaskFinder includes a number of other useful features – a list of Beer Festivals complete with contact details, admission prices and maps to show you where to go – a Beer Blog from award winning writer Pete Brown that gives you an inside track on the beer industry – and Beer of the Week, a featured beer of interest from your region.
The Cask Marque website www.caskmarque.co.uk has a SatNav coordinate download feature so that you will have no difficulty in finding your nearest Cask Marque pub even without an iPhone! Also available is a text messaging service - Text CASK followed by a FULL STOP and your post code i.e. CASK.CO4 9HT to 60300 and within 30 seconds you will be sent details of your 2 nearest pubs.
With a 46% consumer awareness of Cask Marque by cask ale drinkers these new information services will be of great benefit to the Cask Marque award winning pubs and cask ale drinkers.
CaskFinder is designed to help consumers enjoy and appreciate Cask Ale wherever they may be in the UK!
Combining data from The Cask Marque pub quality inspection scheme and The Cyclops Beer standardisation initiative, both industry sponsored bodies, CaskFinder uses the location-awareness of the iPhone to show consumers nearby pubs, brewers and events.
Finding a Cask Marque quality approved pub couldn’t be easier – there are over 6,000 in the UK and growing all the time – just click on the Cask Marque pub icon on the downloaded app and CaskFinder shows you automatically on a map where your nearest pubs are.
Once you have found a pub, you can click on its icon and find out what beers it serves, based on its Cask Marque quality inspection.
If you are unfamiliar with the beers or just want to try something new, you can click on the beer logo and immediately view the Cyclops Beer database information held for over 1,000 beers. The Cyclops database contains standardised tasting information compiled by trained inspectors, including Head Brewers, so you’ll know they know what they are talking about!
If consumers find a beer that interests them, they can search in reverse i.e. find nearby pubs where the beer is served, using a “Where to Drink” facility. If they like a particular brewer’s beers, they can find out more about the brewer and even see what other beers they produce – and find out which pubs you can drink them in. Or they could just browse through the database and choose any one of the 1,000+ beers at random!
In addition to finding pubs and beers, CaskFinder includes a number of other useful features – a list of Beer Festivals complete with contact details, admission prices and maps to show you where to go – a Beer Blog from award winning writer Pete Brown that gives you an inside track on the beer industry – and Beer of the Week, a featured beer of interest from your region.
The Cask Marque website www.caskmarque.co.uk has a SatNav coordinate download feature so that you will have no difficulty in finding your nearest Cask Marque pub even without an iPhone! Also available is a text messaging service - Text CASK followed by a FULL STOP and your post code i.e. CASK.CO4 9HT to 60300 and within 30 seconds you will be sent details of your 2 nearest pubs.
With a 46% consumer awareness of Cask Marque by cask ale drinkers these new information services will be of great benefit to the Cask Marque award winning pubs and cask ale drinkers.
Tuesday 23 March 2010
Just Cause 2 out this week
GRAPPLERS at the ready - Square Enix London Studios has confirmed that Just Cause 2 will hit the shops this week across North America, Europe, Middle East and Australasia.
As Rico Rodriguez, the Agency’s most powerful weapon, players must take on the island of Panau and its military regime in order to track down Rico’s former boss and mentor, Tom Sheldon, who has gone rogue with millions in Agency cash and intel.
Using a unique grapple and parachute combination, there is no vertical limit as the air becomes your playground: grapple a passing plane in flight, hijack helicopters, BASE jump from the tallest buildings or mountains and leave a trail of chaos and destruction in your wake. Just Cause 2 offers players the freedom to tackle missions any way they choose and, with over 100 vehicles and countless upgrades and collectibles, the choices for relentless adrenaline-fuelled action are limitless.
Just Cause 2 will be available for the PS3, Xbox 360 Games for Windows. I loved the first instalment and can't wait to get my hands on the latest edition - the demo showed there is plenty to explore out there!
Sony Move games are revealed
MOVE over Natal, Sony's motion controller is on its way - and some of the games that will incorporate its movement technology have been revealed.
Most of the games being worked on are coming from Sony, although a few titles are the product of third-party publishers. Sony says that 36 publishers will support PlayStation Move with games this autumn, though the majority of these games have yet to be revealed.
Confirmed games include EA Sports Active 2.0, Tiger Woods 2011, The Lord of the Rings: Aragorn's Quest, Resident Evil 5: Gold Edition, LittleBigPlanet, and SOCOM US Navy SEALs 4.
A number of downloadable games will support PlayStation Move as well such as Flower, Echochrome 2, High Velocity Bowling, and Pain.
More games are expected to be announced during E3 in June.
Monday 22 March 2010
New F1 game screenshots
HERE are the latest shots of the new Formula One game winging its way to the next-gen consoles:
Tuesday 16 March 2010
Wakeboarding on your PS3
A NEW high-def game is to make a splash on the PS3 this week - and us lucky gamers in Europe will be the first to get it, for a change!
TikGames and Creat Studios have announced that Wakeboarding HD will be available for download on your PS3 this Thursday, March 18 in Europe and March 25 in North America.
Wakeboarding HD features state-of-the-art water simulation and split-screen local multiplayer, and will be available via Sony’s PlayStation Network for £14.99 / $14.99.
Grab your board and hold on tight! Wakeboarding HD drops players into 20 high-speed, water-filled, arcade levels to maneuver through tracks, perform high-flying tricks, collect bonuses and avoid dangers from exploding mines to bloodthirsty sharks. Gamers of all ages can show their skills and wreak havoc as the tropical paradise resort transforms into an action-packed extreme playground.
TikGames and Creat Studios have announced that Wakeboarding HD will be available for download on your PS3 this Thursday, March 18 in Europe and March 25 in North America.
Wakeboarding HD features state-of-the-art water simulation and split-screen local multiplayer, and will be available via Sony’s PlayStation Network for £14.99 / $14.99.
Grab your board and hold on tight! Wakeboarding HD drops players into 20 high-speed, water-filled, arcade levels to maneuver through tracks, perform high-flying tricks, collect bonuses and avoid dangers from exploding mines to bloodthirsty sharks. Gamers of all ages can show their skills and wreak havoc as the tropical paradise resort transforms into an action-packed extreme playground.
Wakeboarding HD will include PlayStation Trophy support.
Saturday 13 March 2010
The Playstation Move is coming....
SONYComputer Entertainment has announced that the new PlayStation Move motion controller for the PlayStation 3 launches worldwide this autumn, offering users a motion-based, high-definition gaming experience.
SCE will also release PlayStation Move sub-controller to be used along with the motion controller for intuitive navigation of in-game characters and objects. The PlayStation Move platform, including the motion controller, sub-controller, and PlayStation Eye camera, together with a strong lineup of software titles, will deliver an innovative and highly immersive experience on the PS3 system.
The combination of the PS3 system and PlayStation Eye camera detects the precise movement, angle, and absolute position in 3D space of PlayStation Move motion controller, allowing users to intuitively play the game as if they themselves are within the game. PlayStation Move motion controller delivers unmatched accuracy through its advanced motion sensors, including a three-axis gyroscope, a three-axis accelerometer, and a terrestrial magnetic field sensor, as well as a color-changing sphere that is tracked by PlayStation Eye camera. Through PlayStation Move system, both fast and subtle motion can be detected, whether the user is swinging a tennis racket, or painting with a brush. With PlayStation Move motion controller, users can provide direct input through action buttons and an analog trigger, while receiving physical feedback from rumble functionality and visual feedback from the sphere’s ability to display a variety of different colors. Furthermore, PlayStation Eye camera can capture the player’s voice or image, enabling augmented reality experiences.
The newly announced PlayStation Move sub-controller is a one-handed controller, developed to further expand the game play options that PlayStation Move games can offer. PlayStation Move sub-controller features a sleek curved design that pairs with the motion controller and comes with an analog stick and directional buttons that allow users to easily control the game when moving characters or choosing a direction. Like all other Wireless Controllers for the PS3 system, it comes with a built in lithium-ion rechargeable battery as well as Bluetooth technology, enabling the controller to transfer the input information wirelessly to the PS3 system without a cable. PlayStation Move motion controller and sub-controller will further broaden the gaming experience on the PS3 system for all genres, from games that use one motion controller to games that use both controllers.
SCE will also release PlayStation Move sub-controller to be used along with the motion controller for intuitive navigation of in-game characters and objects. The PlayStation Move platform, including the motion controller, sub-controller, and PlayStation Eye camera, together with a strong lineup of software titles, will deliver an innovative and highly immersive experience on the PS3 system.
The combination of the PS3 system and PlayStation Eye camera detects the precise movement, angle, and absolute position in 3D space of PlayStation Move motion controller, allowing users to intuitively play the game as if they themselves are within the game. PlayStation Move motion controller delivers unmatched accuracy through its advanced motion sensors, including a three-axis gyroscope, a three-axis accelerometer, and a terrestrial magnetic field sensor, as well as a color-changing sphere that is tracked by PlayStation Eye camera. Through PlayStation Move system, both fast and subtle motion can be detected, whether the user is swinging a tennis racket, or painting with a brush. With PlayStation Move motion controller, users can provide direct input through action buttons and an analog trigger, while receiving physical feedback from rumble functionality and visual feedback from the sphere’s ability to display a variety of different colors. Furthermore, PlayStation Eye camera can capture the player’s voice or image, enabling augmented reality experiences.
The newly announced PlayStation Move sub-controller is a one-handed controller, developed to further expand the game play options that PlayStation Move games can offer. PlayStation Move sub-controller features a sleek curved design that pairs with the motion controller and comes with an analog stick and directional buttons that allow users to easily control the game when moving characters or choosing a direction. Like all other Wireless Controllers for the PS3 system, it comes with a built in lithium-ion rechargeable battery as well as Bluetooth technology, enabling the controller to transfer the input information wirelessly to the PS3 system without a cable. PlayStation Move motion controller and sub-controller will further broaden the gaming experience on the PS3 system for all genres, from games that use one motion controller to games that use both controllers.
Wednesday 10 March 2010
3D TVs to be launched in June
SONY is set to release its first 3D TVs in Japan on June 10 and overseas shortly after, along with an update for PlayStation 3 users to take advantage of 3D software.
Sony's first offering is to be a 46-inch model, selling at 350,000 yen (£2,605) and which will include two pairs of 3D glasses.
Will you be one of the first to buy into 3D? I guess until the games and TV catalogue is there to support it, it may be slow on the take-up.
Sony's first offering is to be a 46-inch model, selling at 350,000 yen (£2,605) and which will include two pairs of 3D glasses.
Will you be one of the first to buy into 3D? I guess until the games and TV catalogue is there to support it, it may be slow on the take-up.
Tuesday 9 March 2010
Bad Company 2 server problems
FANS of Battlefield: Bad Company 2 may be feeling a bit frustrated - as the server problems have returned.
Just when it looked like things were going back to normal, in relation to the server problems, there are reports that EA servers have been going down again, affecting all three platforms - Xbox 360, PS3 and PC.
EA confirmed this via Twitter that servers were down again, but now should be back up for everyone. EA have also warned that there will be server maintenance at 8am tomorrow - so beware, those early morning gamers!
Monday 8 March 2010
Killzone 3 to use the Arc?
THERE are strong rumours that Killzone 3 will be out by the end of the year - and will use the 'Arc' motion wand, as well as being in 3D.
Tthe Guerrilla Games sequel will launch as part of a big 3D push for the PlayStation 3 this Christmas - far earlier than expected.
Tthe Guerrilla Games sequel will launch as part of a big 3D push for the PlayStation 3 this Christmas - far earlier than expected.
Thursday 4 March 2010
PlayStation Store update
HERE is today's (Thursday) latest update of the PlayStation Network store - it looks like we can all have a go on the much-anticipated Just Cause 2 demo:
Special Offers
(Available until the 18th of March)
* Cellfactor: Psychokinetic Wars (was – £7.99/€9.99 now – £3.99/€4.99)
* Super Puzzle Fighter II Turbo HD Remix (was – £7.99/€9.99 now – £3.99/€4.99)
* Age of Booty (was – £7.99/€9.99 now – £3.99/€4.99)
* Far Cry 2 Fortunes Pack (was – £3.99/€4.99 now – £2.39/€2.99)
* Tom Clancy’s H.A.W.X. Supremacy Pack (was – £7.99/€9.99 now – £3.99/€4.99
* Ghost Recon Advanced Warfighter 2 (PSP) (was – £15.99/€19.99 now – £7.99/€9.99)
* Tom Clancy’s EndWar (PSP) (was – £15.99/€19.99 now – £7.99/€9.99)
* Chessmaster: The Art Of Learning (PSP) (was – £15.99/€19.99 now – £7.99/€9.99)
Downloadable Games
* Vandal Hearts Flames of Judgement (£9.99/€12.99) Rating: PEGI 12
Availability: All locales
Demos (free)
* Just Cause 2 Demo Rating: PEGI 18
Availability: Not available in Germany
* Moto 09/10 Demo Rating: PEGI 3
Availability: All locales
Add-On Game Content
* Resident Evil 5
o Desperate Escape (£3.99/€4.99)
o Costume Pack 2 (£1.59/€1.99)
Rating: PEGI 18
Availability: All locales
* Operation Flashpoint: Dragon Rising – Overwatch Pack (£3.19/€3.99) Rating: PEGI 18
Availability: All locales
* Dante’s Inferno – Dark Forest (£3.99/€4.99) Rating: PEGI 18
Availability: Not available in Russian Federation
* Race Driver GRID – Prestige Pack (£7.99/€9.99) Rating: PEGI 7
Availability: All locales
* Dragon Ball: Raging Blast – Ultimate Warriors Pack 1 (free) Rating: PEGI 12
Availability: All locales
* Karaoke Revolution
o (You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman (£0.79/€0.99)
o Against All Odds (£0.79/€0.99)
o Ain’t No Mountain High Enough (£0.79/€0.99)
o Black Velvet (£0.79/€0.99)
o Breakaway (£0.79/€0.99)
o Build Me Up Buttercup (£0.79/€0.99)
o Call Me (£0.79/€0.99)
o Can’t Help Falling In Love (£0.79/€0.99)
o Careless Whisper (£0.79/€0.99)
o Celebration (£0.79/€0.99)
o Complicated (£0.79/€0.99)
o Crazy (£0.79/€0.99)
o Crazy Little Thing Called Love (£0.79/€0.99)
o Easy (£0.79/€0.99)
o Every Breath You Take (£0.79/€0.99)
o Heartbreak Hotel (£0.79/€0.99)
o Holiday (£0.79/€0.99)
o Hot Stuff (£0.79/€0.99)
o How Do I Live (£0.79/€0.99)
o How You Remind Me (£0.79/€0.99)
o If You Don’t Know Me By Now (£0.79/€0.99)
o It’s The End Of The World As We Know It (£0.79/€0.99)
o Lady Marmalade (£0.79/€0.99)
o Let’s Get It On (£0.79/€0.99)
o Material Girl (£0.79/€0.99)
o More Than Words (£0.79/€0.99)
o New York New York (£0.79/€0.99)
o Oops!…I Did It Again (£0.79/€0.99)
o Respect (£0.79/€0.99)
o Saving All My Love For You (£0.79/€0.99)
o Sittin’ On The Dock Of The Bay (£0.79/€0.99)
o Son Of A Preacher Man (£0.79/€0.99)
o Stand By Me (£0.79/€0.99)
o Straight Up (£0.79/€0.99)
o Sweet Home Alabama (£0.79/€0.99)
o Take On Me (£0.79/€0.99)
o These Words (£0.79/€0.99)
o Time After Time (£0.79/€0.99)
o Unfaithful (£0.79/€0.99)
o Uptown Girl (£0.79/€0.99)
o We Are Family (£0.79/€0.99)
o What Is Love? (£0.79/€0.99)
o You’ve Lost That Lovin’ Feeling (£0.79/€0.99)
Rating: PEGI 12
Availability: All locales
* The Beatles: Rock Band – All You Need Is Love (£0.99/€1.49) Rating: PEGI 12
Availability: Not available in Czech Republic, Greece, Luxembourg, Poland, Russia, Saudi Arabia, South Africa and UAE
* Rock Band
o Downfall by Trust Company (£0.99/€1.49)
o Panic Switch by Silversun Pickups (£0.99/€1.49)
o Sort Of by Silversun Pickups (£0.99/€1.49)
o Third Floor Story by The Mother Hips (£0.99/€1.49)
o White Falcon Buzz by The Mother Hips (£0.99/€1.49)
o Disturbed Pack 02 (£2.49/€3.99)
(contains the following tracks which are also sold separately)
o Meaning of Life (£0.99/€1.49)
o The Game (£0.99/€1.49)
o Voices (£0.99/€1.49)
Rating: PEGI 12
Availability: Not available in Czech Republic, Greece, Luxembourg, Poland, Russia, Saudi Arabia, South Africa and UAE
* Guitar Hero 5
o Blink-182 Track Pack (£4.39/€5.49)
(contains the following tracks which are also sold separately)
o Adam’s Song (£1.59/€1.99)
o All the Small Things (£1.59/€1.99)
o First Date (£1.59/€1.99)
Rating: PEGI 12
Availability: Not available in Russia, Saudi Arabia, South Africa and United Arab Emirates
Videos (free)
* Fallout: New Vegas Tease
* Split Second Standstill Trailer
* Lead and Gold: Gangs of the Wild West Announcement Trailer
* Bomberman Ultra Trailer
Special Offers
(Available until the 18th of March)
* Cellfactor: Psychokinetic Wars (was – £7.99/€9.99 now – £3.99/€4.99)
* Super Puzzle Fighter II Turbo HD Remix (was – £7.99/€9.99 now – £3.99/€4.99)
* Age of Booty (was – £7.99/€9.99 now – £3.99/€4.99)
* Far Cry 2 Fortunes Pack (was – £3.99/€4.99 now – £2.39/€2.99)
* Tom Clancy’s H.A.W.X. Supremacy Pack (was – £7.99/€9.99 now – £3.99/€4.99
* Ghost Recon Advanced Warfighter 2 (PSP) (was – £15.99/€19.99 now – £7.99/€9.99)
* Tom Clancy’s EndWar (PSP) (was – £15.99/€19.99 now – £7.99/€9.99)
* Chessmaster: The Art Of Learning (PSP) (was – £15.99/€19.99 now – £7.99/€9.99)
Downloadable Games
* Vandal Hearts Flames of Judgement (£9.99/€12.99) Rating: PEGI 12
Availability: All locales
Demos (free)
* Just Cause 2 Demo Rating: PEGI 18
Availability: Not available in Germany
* Moto 09/10 Demo Rating: PEGI 3
Availability: All locales
Add-On Game Content
* Resident Evil 5
o Desperate Escape (£3.99/€4.99)
o Costume Pack 2 (£1.59/€1.99)
Rating: PEGI 18
Availability: All locales
* Operation Flashpoint: Dragon Rising – Overwatch Pack (£3.19/€3.99) Rating: PEGI 18
Availability: All locales
* Dante’s Inferno – Dark Forest (£3.99/€4.99) Rating: PEGI 18
Availability: Not available in Russian Federation
* Race Driver GRID – Prestige Pack (£7.99/€9.99) Rating: PEGI 7
Availability: All locales
* Dragon Ball: Raging Blast – Ultimate Warriors Pack 1 (free) Rating: PEGI 12
Availability: All locales
* Karaoke Revolution
o (You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman (£0.79/€0.99)
o Against All Odds (£0.79/€0.99)
o Ain’t No Mountain High Enough (£0.79/€0.99)
o Black Velvet (£0.79/€0.99)
o Breakaway (£0.79/€0.99)
o Build Me Up Buttercup (£0.79/€0.99)
o Call Me (£0.79/€0.99)
o Can’t Help Falling In Love (£0.79/€0.99)
o Careless Whisper (£0.79/€0.99)
o Celebration (£0.79/€0.99)
o Complicated (£0.79/€0.99)
o Crazy (£0.79/€0.99)
o Crazy Little Thing Called Love (£0.79/€0.99)
o Easy (£0.79/€0.99)
o Every Breath You Take (£0.79/€0.99)
o Heartbreak Hotel (£0.79/€0.99)
o Holiday (£0.79/€0.99)
o Hot Stuff (£0.79/€0.99)
o How Do I Live (£0.79/€0.99)
o How You Remind Me (£0.79/€0.99)
o If You Don’t Know Me By Now (£0.79/€0.99)
o It’s The End Of The World As We Know It (£0.79/€0.99)
o Lady Marmalade (£0.79/€0.99)
o Let’s Get It On (£0.79/€0.99)
o Material Girl (£0.79/€0.99)
o More Than Words (£0.79/€0.99)
o New York New York (£0.79/€0.99)
o Oops!…I Did It Again (£0.79/€0.99)
o Respect (£0.79/€0.99)
o Saving All My Love For You (£0.79/€0.99)
o Sittin’ On The Dock Of The Bay (£0.79/€0.99)
o Son Of A Preacher Man (£0.79/€0.99)
o Stand By Me (£0.79/€0.99)
o Straight Up (£0.79/€0.99)
o Sweet Home Alabama (£0.79/€0.99)
o Take On Me (£0.79/€0.99)
o These Words (£0.79/€0.99)
o Time After Time (£0.79/€0.99)
o Unfaithful (£0.79/€0.99)
o Uptown Girl (£0.79/€0.99)
o We Are Family (£0.79/€0.99)
o What Is Love? (£0.79/€0.99)
o You’ve Lost That Lovin’ Feeling (£0.79/€0.99)
Rating: PEGI 12
Availability: All locales
* The Beatles: Rock Band – All You Need Is Love (£0.99/€1.49) Rating: PEGI 12
Availability: Not available in Czech Republic, Greece, Luxembourg, Poland, Russia, Saudi Arabia, South Africa and UAE
* Rock Band
o Downfall by Trust Company (£0.99/€1.49)
o Panic Switch by Silversun Pickups (£0.99/€1.49)
o Sort Of by Silversun Pickups (£0.99/€1.49)
o Third Floor Story by The Mother Hips (£0.99/€1.49)
o White Falcon Buzz by The Mother Hips (£0.99/€1.49)
o Disturbed Pack 02 (£2.49/€3.99)
(contains the following tracks which are also sold separately)
o Meaning of Life (£0.99/€1.49)
o The Game (£0.99/€1.49)
o Voices (£0.99/€1.49)
Rating: PEGI 12
Availability: Not available in Czech Republic, Greece, Luxembourg, Poland, Russia, Saudi Arabia, South Africa and UAE
* Guitar Hero 5
o Blink-182 Track Pack (£4.39/€5.49)
(contains the following tracks which are also sold separately)
o Adam’s Song (£1.59/€1.99)
o All the Small Things (£1.59/€1.99)
o First Date (£1.59/€1.99)
Rating: PEGI 12
Availability: Not available in Russia, Saudi Arabia, South Africa and United Arab Emirates
Videos (free)
* Fallout: New Vegas Tease
* Split Second Standstill Trailer
* Lead and Gold: Gangs of the Wild West Announcement Trailer
* Bomberman Ultra Trailer
Blur release date revealed
ONE for fans of games such as Burnout Paradise, the visually ace racer Blur is coming to America on May 25 and Europe on May 28.
The makers claim this game is all about making racing games 'fun again' - so that could mean its either going to be a real blast, or a bit of a mish mash. I think, from the trailer, it could be a good one!
The makers claim this game is all about making racing games 'fun again' - so that could mean its either going to be a real blast, or a bit of a mish mash. I think, from the trailer, it could be a good one!
Tuesday 2 March 2010
New puzzler from Echocrome developers
IF YOU have mastered echochrome, then why not try a magical new puzzler to tease your brain...
Take your mind on a brain teasing journey with the action puzzles of echoshift. Your task is to guide your mannequin to a door within the time limit during each stage. The only way to succeed is by using the fantastic time repeating powers at your disposal which allow you to cooperate with your past mannequins to solve the puzzles in the present.
The first time you enter a stage, the level will end after a short time period and then restart - which is your cue to play from its beginning again but using the replay data you created from your first attempt. The more times you repeat the stage, the more echoes you create. By cooperating with your past echoes, you can perform tricks, dodge obstacles and overcome the puzzles in your path.
echoshift is a great little puzzler, which you can pick up at a great price if you trawl the net.
PlayStation console bug has been fixed
THE nightmare bug that has affected owners of the earlier PlayStation 3 consoles has been fixed, according to Sony.
The firm said that the fault had been caused by machines that had "recognised the year 2010 as a leap year".
The problem did not affect the newer "slim" models of the PS3, Sony said.
The Japanese electronics giant had previously advised gamers to stop using their games console until the problems were resolved.
"We are aware that the internal clock functionality in the PlayStation (PS3) units other than the slim model, recognized the year 2010 as a leap year," said Patrick Seybold of the firm in a blog post.
"Having the internal clock date change from 29 February to 1 March (both GMT), we have verified that the symptoms are now resolved and that users are able to use their PS3 normally."
The problem meant that PS3 owners were unable to connect to the PlayStation Network, used by millions around the world to play online games and download movies.
It said that if gamers still experienced problems, they should adjust the date settings manually or via the internet.
Some have liked the problem to the millennium bug.
Monday 1 March 2010
Eye Of Judgment comes to the PSP
A UNIQUE game on the PS3, The Eye Of Judgment was a breath on fresh air on the console - and now it is coming to the PSP.
Collect every card, master your powers and prepare for the ultimate showdown with Scion, Biolith Lord. The Eye Of Judgement: Legends brings fast-paced, addictive virtual card battles to PSP. All the action takes place on the PSP itself, so there's no need for extra peripherals such as a camera or physical cards, making this a fun and accessible game for players of all skill levels.
The Eye Of Judgement: Legends features a brand new single-player story created exclusively for the PSP version, which challenges you to defeat rival characters while travelling around the magical Eye Of Judgement world. Battles take place using digital on-screen cards, and as the adventure progresses, players can acquire new abilities by building their digital card collection.
The ultimate goal is to obtain sufficient cards and special powers to confront and defeat Scion, Biolith Lord in a final showdown.
Have you got what it takes? Looking for something a bit different? Give it a try.
Navy SEALs return to the PSP
LEAD a fireteam of friends on an action-packed military hunt for weapons of mass destruction and an ex-KGB agent in SOCOM: U.S. Navy SEALs - Fireteam Bravo 3 for PSP.
In the latest of the successful series, Fireteam Bravo 3 lets you join forces with like-minded players to tackle an adventure of realistic military action, tactics and teamwork wherever and whenever you want.
Created with the support of the U.S. Naval Special Warfare Command, the SOCOM series is renowned for its real-world situations and attention to detail. Join the ominous world of ex-secret operatives as you lead a special operation to track and interrogate former KGB agent, Alexander Gozorov who is believed to be withholding information on a forthcoming attack with weapons of mass destruction. It's up to you and your squad to track Gozorov in a series of customisable missions, using your skills, stealth and swift thinking.
While the SOCOM name has long been synonymous with multiplayer tactical gaming, Fireteam Bravo 3 takes it a step further allowing players to choose which mission to attempt and tackle with teamwork and firepower. Players can also compete online, communicate via voice chat, battling for Medals and a place on SOCOM's online leaderboards. With an extensive and realistic single-player mode as well, the action in SOCOM: U.S. Navy Seals - Fireteam Bravo 3 never ends.
PlayStation Network is down!
SONY'S PlayStation Network was hit by a glitch that has left users on all continents unable to connect to the online service, the company said Monday.
The problem appears to be affecting only the older PlayStation 3 consoles and not the newer so-called "slim" models that were recently launched, according to messages on Twitter.
First reports of the problem began appearing online late afternoon on Sunday, US time, and acknowledgement came from Sony's US unit in the form of a blog and Twitter posting.
"We're narrowing down the issue and continue to work to restore service to all. Updates as soon as we have them," the company said on its @SonyPlayStation Twitter channel.
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