3D is coming to handheld gaming
Jul 22, 2010 Buzz, Consoles, Video Games
2011 will be a special year for handheld gaming because Nintendo has officially announced its new handheld gaming device to be the successor of the popular DS, DSi and DSi XL which is the 3DS (not the official name). The 3DS will provide 3d gaming even without those annoying 3d glasses. Also, Nintendo is also nice enough to have a slot for game cartridges which will support backward compatibility. So now, you can get a 3DS and enjoy 3d gaming and still be able to play your old DS games.
This product will surely be awesome thanks to Nintendo but I think Sony will also come up with something next year to counter the 3DS. I mean, Sony has to come up with something after the PspGo didn’t really click. Expect the 3DS to hit store shelves sometime early next year and also expect a very high price tag but of course, it’s going to be worth it. 3D….it’s going to be awesome!
Tags: 3DS, handheld3D, nintendo3Ds
Top upcoming PS3 games
May 14, 2010 Consoles, Video Games
Sony has had a really good year so far. The start of 2010 was awesome with Sony releasing a lot of really good games for the PS3. The year started off with the action packed game Bayonetta then followed by games like Bioshock 2, Heavy Rain, Final Fantasy XIII, Yakuza 3 and of course the ever so popular God of War 3. All of these games are fantastic. Although right now, everything has cooled off a little bit. When ever I visit GameStop, I don’t really see anything new that I want to play. That doesn’t mean that the PS3 is done for the year though. When you think about it, It’s only May and we still have more than half of the year to go and there’s a bunch of good titles that are coming out soon.
First up is my most anticipated game for the year which is Crysis 2. I never got to play Crysis on the PC because it’s a monster when it comes to system requirements. My PC is not that hardcore, but I always wanted to play this game. So, here we go! Next we have Call of Duty Black Ops. It should be a very enjoyable game knowing that it’s Call of Duty. Another highly anticipated game is Medal of Honor. I wonder how it would fare against COD. Very interesting. Now, outside of the FPS genre we have games like Gran Turismo 5, Little Big Planet 2, Fallout: New Vegas, Mafia II, Final Fantasy XIV, The Last Guardian and much more. Now, these that I mentioned are only the big name games, there are still more “under the radar” games that are also coming out. You know how those can surprise us sometimes. Remember Demon Souls? Remember Blazblue? Who would’ve have thought that those games would be as good as they are?
Now, 2010 should really be a very exciting year not just for the Ps3 but for the whole gaming industry. I’m sure that all the games that I have mentioned are going to be awesome and should keep all of us gamers busy the whole year. Bye for now and have fun playing!
Tags: crysis2, ps3 games, Video Games
The Sims 3 coming out in Consoles
May 8, 2010 Video Games
Yes its coming out this Fall. I’m not sure if I’m going to play it. I lost interest in playing video games anymore. Sometime I play, sometimes I don’t. I’m so busy with my kids and with all the workshop I’ve been taking at my daughter’s school. Also, I have plans on putting my eldest into an acting school. The enrollment will start this coming May 10 and I don’t how many session she will going to attend. Besides all of these, I can’t interrupt my hubby playing with his PS3. Maybe I should get my own lolz.. kidding!
So anyways, an excerpt about this news:
The PS3 and 360 editions of the game will also feature an online exchange system where players can share content they’ve created with others. The two versions will feature online integration with Facebook as well, allowing them to broadcast their achievements and trophies on the social networking service. More here!
Sadists can taunt starving sims with an out-of-reach refrigerator.
God of War 3: the puzzle game
Apr 21, 2010 Video Games
I’ve been a fan of God of War since the first one came out for ps2. Back then I thought it was one of the best game I’ve ever played and it’s definitely on the top of my list. The sequel to the first God of War for me was equally as good as the first and so after years of waiting for the third and final God of War, expectations were over the top and I just had to get on the first day.
What do I think about it? Well, I want to say it was good. It was actually just “OK” for me. Of course, the story and fights are top notch but I just felt that there wasn’t enough action. You’ll find your self fighting a bunch of skeletons which is fun but after that it’s a bunch of running around and trying to solve puzzles. Don’t get me wrong, the puzzles are great but in a game like God Of War you’ll probably want to keep killing. More killing than puzzle solving I think is what I was looking for.
One more thing about the game, I noticed a lot of people are saying that this might be the best looking game to come out for the ps3. Well, yah GOW 3 looks awesome but games like Final Fantasy XIII or Uncharted definitely looks a lot lot more prettier. If I were to give GOW 3 a score, I’d give it a 8.5 out of 10 instead of the 10 out of 10 most people give it.
Sure, the boss fights are awesome but besides that there’s really nothing else exciting about it. I even have more fun playing the sexy, fun, action packed game Bayonetta. Way way much more action than GOW 3 but that’s a different story.
Tags: god of war 3, GOW3, ps3
1st day with FFXiii
Mar 10, 2010 Consoles, Video Games
As some of you know that we are huge fans of Final Fantasy’s games for the past years. As a matter of fact, our daughter’s name are both from this game FFIX and FFX. I wanna share my husband’s point of view about this new Final Fantasy XIII.
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Last night around midnight, I was one of the excited individuals who went to Gamestop to get a copy of the much awaited game called Final Fantasy XIII. A lot of gamers have been anticipating this game since its announcement almost four years ago. Final Fantasy XIII was actually released in Japan during the past holiday and since then a lot of critics from the West have been voicing their opinion on the game. Some negative opinions actually made me think twice about getting the game like how linear the game is and about the boring story line. However, I just thought that I still love great graphics and cutscenes so why not give it a try.
My wife's fave character so far...
Well, I’ve put in a few hours on the game and so far…so good. Right now, I don’t really have a problem if the game’s too linear because in my own opinion that’s how it should be. Final Fantasy games have a deep story that you need to follow in order for you to fulfill its entertainment value. You can’t just run around and go to different places and create your own story. That’s a different game. Try Oblivion or Dragon Age which are open world games. Final Fantasy is what I want to describe as like God of War where you follow only one path but instead of the hack and slash gameplay like the latter its more on strategy and inputting commands according to the given situation.
Gameplay
The story isn’t bad either. I want to say its decent. You’re introduced to some nice looking characters who all have things to achieve and so problems arises and then your eager to know what will happen next and how the story will unfold. Boring? Who ever said that in my opinion is very wrong. And of course, let’s not forget about the gorgeous cutscenes. Oohhh….the cutscenes really bring life to the story because they are all so beautiful. Just because of the cutscenes I can say without a doubt Final Fantasy XIII is the most beautiful game I’ve ever played. I can’t say that for the other version though. On PS3 its awesome but i heard the 360 version had to suffer a little bit on graphics because of its disc limitations.
Hope, Snow and Lightning's battle
Also, before I forget, the battles are also extremely fun. It’s more fast paced and while in battle the graphics are still amazing. Unlike past Final Fantasy games, where you want to flee everytime you encounter an enemy because it gets too boring well in XIII you’ll want to keep battling because of it’s fun gameplay and nice visuals.
Overall, this game is exactly what I expected it to be. It may not be what I want it exactly to be but for now I’m more than satisfied. This game may not be for everyone especially for fans of open world games but try to understand what Final Fantasy is all about then you’ll definitely appreciate it. Now, I am looking forward to future FF games. At least I know that Square Enix is heading the right direction.
The game’s Official Trailer
Tags: FFxiii, final fantasy, final fantasy XIII, PS3game, square enix
FFXIII, could this be my next FF fave?
Jan 22, 2010 Consoles
It has been a long time since my last play of Final Fantasy. Well, actually, I did not play all the FF series only FFviii, FFx and FFx2. Since I moved here in the US I dont have much time to play with my hubby’s PS3 though I play sometimes but not that intimate like yesterdays lol. The new Final Fantasy 13 is coming out this March 9, could this be my next FF fave? Could it be *wink* I’ve seen the preview and I think it has a great storyline like my previous FF fave. Ooohh and also the graphics for this game is breathtaking combined with new gameplay styles. Check out the preview and see for your self. It’s definitely something to watch out for this year…
Tags: FFxiii, final fanstay, Final Fantasy 13, ps3
PS3 Motion Sensing Controller!
Jan 17, 2010 Accessories, Consoles
Something to watch out this coming Spring for PS3 gamers.
…the prototype looks like a wand with a color-changing ball on top. It’s designed to work in conjunction with the PlayStation Eye, with the wand overlaid on-screen with a weapon or tool. Unlike Microsoft’s Project Natal, Sony says they’ve learned “some experiences need buttons,” which is why there’s still a controller involved. The system is said to be “sub-millimeter” precise, and it was demoed drawing and playing a shooter — it’s sort of the middle ground between Natal and Wii Motion Plus. Sony says it’ll launch in the spring of 2010, but we don’t know what pricing will be like yet.
Credits to Engadget.com
Watch the video patiently the controller’s functions are really cool!
Take note it’s only prototype. I wish the final version would look better than this prototype that looks like a microphone with pink head 
New Nintedo DSi XL!
Jan 12, 2010 Consoles
It was out in Japan last year of November. Its bigger than DSi and also comes with a bigger pen like a ballpoint pen. It will also be out here in the US and Europe by 1st quarter of this year. According to hubby, it’s not impressive and nothings new about it. It supposed to be a hand held device so why go bigger?
Biggern than PSPgo
Bigger than DSi, of course.
DSi and DSi XL
Video and images credit to www.computerandvideogames.com
Tags: nintedoDS, nintendo, nintendoDSi, nintendoDSiXL
YouTube – NBA LIVE 10 VS NBA 2K 10 HD
Oct 11, 2009 Consoles
My hubby loves to play this game on Playstation but this time he can’t decide which one he’s going to buy. So gamers out there, which do you think is better?
YouTube – NBA LIVE 10 VS NBA 2K 10 HD
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Tags: NBA 2k10, NBA Live 10, ps3 games
Our new toy ~ Junior (PS3)
May 15, 2009 Consoles
Two weeks ago we purchased the most popular console in the current year, the Playstation 3 80GB. We traded our old PS2 along with the games and other accessories. We didn’t actually plan to buy it but when we saw Gamestop’s promo we decided to get it since my husband wanted and waited for it too long. He didn’t get any present on his last birthday and last christmas. And so we got the console almost half of the price. This is gonna be my early father’s day and birthday gift for him.
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So what’s new in the latest version of PS3 compare to 20,30,60GB?
- 20 GB no wifi, no card reader, tiny HDD – DISCONTINUED
- 40 GB (PAL) no PS2 emulation at all, 2 PS2 ports, no card reader, small HDD
- 60 GB NTSC hardware based PS2 emulation, 4 USB ports, card reader, reasonable HDD – DISCONTINUED
- 60 GB PAL software based PS2 emulation, 4 USB ports, card reader, reasonable HDD – DISCONTINUED
- 80 GB software based PS2 emulation, 4 USB ports, card reader, reasonable HDD – RUMORED TO BE DISCONTINUED.
Snippet of an excellent review from a PS3 user. This review is a bit long but have patience to read it. It has lots of information you need for your lower hardware PS3.
Necessary disclosure: I do not own this model. I have what used to be a 60GB model, recently upgraded to 320GB – the gold standard.
As compared to the 60GB model:
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+ less expensive (I paid $599 for my 60GB PS3)
+ 33% more storage
+ needs less power
+ dual shock controller (rumble)
- no memory card interfaces
- 2 USB ports vs. 4 USB ports on the 60GB
- no PS2 compatibility
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This model comes with an 80GB drive. This is nice because, most would agree, 80GB is more than 60GB. If you feel that the extra 20GB is a big deal, maybe you should think again. I upgraded my 60GB to 320GB because I was about to run out of space, with only 10GB or so left. One month or so later, I’m using more than 80GB already – just downloaded the Ratchet and Clank minigame from PSN and it alone needs about 3GB. My advice is to buy this model and upgrade it yourself. It’s (relatively) easy and you can find a lot of advice if you Google for it. If you are thinking about waiting and getting the 160GB model for an extra $100, don’t. $100 would buy you the 320GB drive. I used the Western Digital WD3200BEVT 320 GB Scorpio Sata 5400 Rpm 8MB 2.5 inch myself. The nice thing about upgrading your disk is that you are also going to be left with a perfectly good 80GB drive which you can place into a cheap enclosure, and the StarTech SAT2510U2 InfoSafe 2.5-Inch USB/SATA Hard Drive Enclosure worked for me. I am using the free (in my case) 60GB drive as a backup device for family photos. Digital, of course.
The lack of memory card interfaces is annoying but you can get around it. Copy your stuff to a USB drive or flash drive and… problem solved. You can then upload your things through the USB. It’s somewhat inconvenient but it’s no big deal.
My old (10 months) 60GB model has 4 USB slots and I am using all of them. One for the PS3 Eye (camera), a second has a wireless keyboard dongle, the third is where the racing wheel plugs in and the last one I use to charge controllers. Can you live with 2 slots? I suppose you can but there’s going to be some plugging/unplugging if you begin adding peripherals. I suppose you could get one of those USB ports multiplexers. They’re ugly but… it’s doable.
PS2 compatibility… can’t get it. Sorry. I don’t play PS2 games but my kids do. In fact, they just bought some Sonic game a couple of days ago. I was surprised but… de gustibus. They’re also playing Kingdom Hearts and Destroy All Humans.
This model comes with a couple of improvements over the gold standard. It burns less electricity, which is a good thing for the rain forests, keeping them cool and maybe you save a few dollars on your electric bill. And, of course you get the advanced controller.
To summarize: buy it, upgrade the drive to 320GB or larger for $100, use the 80GB disk as a backup device, get yourself a USB port multiplexer if you need more than 2, transfer your photos to flash drives to get around the missing memory card interfaces, sell your PS2 games to finance the above, enjoy your PS3.
Tags: 80GBps3, conceptual photography, freya, ps3
