E3 2013: Mario Kart 8 announced, races towards 2014 release

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The newest installment of Mario Kart will be coming to Wii U. Take a look at the debut trailer for Mario Kart 8!

Pre-E3 Nintendo Direct Live Stream

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It’s almost time for Nintendo Direct, specifically Nintendo’s pre-E3 Direct revealing all the new games you’ve been waiting for! You’ll be able to watch the entire presentation simultaneously with the rest of the world at 7:00 a.m. PDT, or in just about half an hour from the time of this post. Hit the link below to see everything unfold!

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Sony announces PlayStation 4 for $399 this holiday

By Jason Valley  9 days ago | 2 Comments

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After months of pricing speculation about Sony’s upcoming PlayStation 4 console, the rumors have been put to rest with an official price confirmation. At Sony’s E3 media showcase, the company confirmed that their new next-gen console will launch this holiday season for $399 — that’s one-hundred dollars cheaper than Microsoft’s Xbox One, if you’re keeping track.

Sony also showed off the look of the new hardware, a boxy black device with some stylish modern lines and ridges.

What do you guys think? Happy with the price point and console design? Expected more? Let us know!

Xbox One launching November 2013 for $499

By Christian Ponte  9 days ago | 1 Comment

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We’re getting ready to live blog EA’s event, and we’ll get full articles covering Microsoft’s event later, but I’m just hopping on here to let you know that the Xbox One will launch this November for $499 in the US, and in Europe for 499 Euros or 429 pounds.

Pre-orders should be open!

E3 2013: EA Press Conference Live Blog

By Christian Ponte  9 days ago | 1 Comment

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It’s time for EA’s E3 press conference! We’ll be doing the live blog here (if you’re looking for Microsoft coverage, check our Facebook and Twitter feeds).

EA’s presentation starts at 1pm, so check back after the break for our live coverage!

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Live from E3 2013! Microsoft Media Briefing

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We are live from E3 2013 in Los Angeles, California.

First up for today is Microsoft’s press conference, where we will hear a lot more about the upcoming next-gen console, and the many new exclusive games set to make Xbox One a must-have this holiday.

For a live update and images on the new reveals from the big show, keep your eyes glued to our social channels, linked below. It’s going to be big!

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Sakurai: First look at new Smash Bros. during Nintendo Direct

By Christian Ponte  10 days ago | Leave a comment

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Hope you’re planning on tuning in to the Nintendo Direct this Tuesday morning! Masahiro Sakurai — the man behind the Super Smash Bros. series — is hyping the segment as providing us with the very first look at the new Smash Bros. According to Sakurai’s Twitter account, the reveal will be shown worldwide simultaneously. The Nintendo Direct in question is currently scheduled for 7am PDT on June 11th.

Since the fact that Smash will be revealed on Tuesday is actually old news, Sakurai’s continuing reminders suggest that the reveal will be particularly significant. What are you hoping to see out of the newest installment to the series?

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Lightning Returns: Final Fantasy XIII trailer reveals new battles, new location

By Christian Ponte  13 days ago | Leave a comment

Square Enix has released the latest trailer to Lightning Returns: Final Fantasy XIII, which features the city of Yusnaan and the game’s new action-oriented battle system featured in battles with “colossal monsters.” Snow Villiers will also be returning to the series in the game when it arrives on Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 on February 11, 2014 for $59.99.

Reggie welcomes fans to E3; promises a different but better show

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With just a few days to go before next week’s E3 gaming expo, Nintendo of America’s President & COO Reggie Fils-Aime decided to kick off the festivities with a quick “welcome” video on the company’s official Facebook page.

Reggie spoke candidly with fans, explaining that while Nintendo is skipping the big stage show, fans can expect an overall better experience this year. The company plans on showing off their announcements in the form of Nintendo Direct videos showcasing their newest software, with games like Mario Kart U, Super Smash Bros, and Mario 3D confirmed. Bottom line: stay tuned to the company’s Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube channels for all the great content, just as you did every other year — and of course, The Tanooki!

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New DuckTales trailer proves the quack is back

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We don’t have long to go before the promised “summer” release of WayForward’s incredibly anticipated game DuckTales Remastered. As we approach that glorious day, the folks over at Capcom decided to release a few assets to keep our tail-feathers from ruffling.

Have a look at this new trailer showing the infamous Amazon level, with narration from Launchpad himself. We’ve even got an extended look at Transylvania level below the break.

Featuring completely re-drawn environments and character sprites using the NES classic as inspiration, this game seems to be on track to come as close to perfection as possible. This is easily my most anticipated downloadable title on the horizon.  DuckTales Remastered will be available later this summer on Wii U eShop, PSN, XBLA, and PC.

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