Project Natal: November 2010 Launch?

Topic: Gaming

Good news, gamers. We might finally know the rough launch date of Microsoft's paradigm shifting Project Natal camera. MCV claims that sources close to the matter have released to them that Project Natal is currently set for a November 2010 launch. This all came out after a Microsoft tour of several UK publishers. Apparently Microsoft has been showing off their new hands-free camera and letting developers in on their timeline.

Microsoft is planning to have 5 million units made and ready for first day release. These units will be a mix of solo cameras, and cameras bundled with the Xbox 360 console. When sold alone, the camera is expected to sell for just £50. Some sources claim that the price will be set even lower, as Microsoft wants Natal to be something people pick up as an 'impulse' purchase. This could mean US prices of well under $100.

Posted on Wed, 11 Nov 2009 11:27:01 CST | by Robert Evans

Star Trek Online Set to Ship in February

Topic: Gaming

Atari and Cryptic have announced that the Star Trek Online game is set to launch on February 2, 2010.The game is now accepting applications for the closed beta. European Trekkies will have to wait until February 5th to get the game.

The game is described as the first of its kind MMORPG game and will offer space and ground play for gamers. The game is set in 2049 and continues the story from the latest film installment. Players get the chance to become a high-ranking Starfleet officer. Read more

Posted on Tue, 10 Nov 2009 09:00:00 CST | by Shane McGlaun

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 Midnight Launches Are Under Way

Topic: Gaming

As reported Best Buy and Gamestop are having Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 midnight launch parties.
Reuters (Photo Credit) reports that 10,000 stores across the U.S. are going to be open at midnight to sell Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2.
The East Coast already has the launch of the highly anticipated shooter behind them. Reuters says that 80 gamers lined up at the GameStop store near Union Square in New York City before midnight to be the first to get in.
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Posted on Tue, 10 Nov 2009 01:46:16 CST | by Luigi Lugmayr

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 Reviews Appear

Topic: Gaming

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 officially launches tomorrow. Those who want to stay up late tonight, can catch a Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 release party at midnight at Best Buy or Gamestop shops.
Today the first reviews of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 hit the web. Apparently only UK publications have released their reviews yet.
UK's The Telegraph reviewed the game and says "Modern Warfare 2 crosses into the must-have category of video games effortlessly."
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Posted on Mon, 9 Nov 2009 07:39:03 CST | by Luigi Lugmayr

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 Launch Trailer Already Has Over 2m Views

Topic: Gaming

The Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 game is launching in 2 days on November 10th. In case you are wondering how popular this game will be on the Xbox 360 and on the Sony PS3 just look at the views the official launch trailer got since it was published on November 4th.
Currently the Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 Launch Trailer has been seen by 2,142,051 people on Youtube. You can see the video below.

Best Buy and Gamestop will have special midnight release parties for the Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 launch.
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Posted on Sun, 8 Nov 2009 09:54:18 CST | by Luigi Lugmayr

Netflix Streaming On Sony PS3 Demoed On Video

Topic: Gaming

Netflix and Sony announced that the Sony PS3 would be getting Netflix enabled. Netflix streaming is very nice to have and was already available on the Xbox 360. Now the PS3 has it too.

To run the Netflix streaming you need a disc Netflix is sending out when you request one.
Engadget has a story featuring a video demonstration of Netflix in action from a user who already received a PS3 Netflix DVD. The Netflix UI looks very smooth on the PS3. You can see the walk through below.
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Posted on Fri, 6 Nov 2009 13:00:00 CST | by Luigi Lugmayr

Legend of Zelda: Spirit Tracks, Out For DS/DSi December 7th

Topic: Gaming

I was a very, very little kid in the days of the original Nintendo console. As a result, some of my earliest memories are of sitting in front of the TV and trying unsuccessfully to beat the original Legend of Zelda. I never managed it, but that didn't hurt my enjoyment of the game in any way. Now a new generation of wee little nerds will get a chance to get to know the world of Hyrule with Nintendo's latest title for DS/DSi; The Legend of Zelda: Spirit Tracks.

In this continuation of one of gaming's oldest series, due out on December 7th, players will control both the spirit of Princess Zelda and the ever-present hero, Link. Zelda's spirit will accompany the irrepressible Link and, at times, fight alongside him by jumping into empty suits of armor, called Phantoms. The Press Release also said something about a customizable train. I'm not sure exactly how that'll work, but it sounds awesome.

Posted on Fri, 6 Nov 2009 08:33:36 CST | by Robert Evans

GameStop Also Plans Midnight Release For Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2

Topic: Gaming

Yesterday we reported that Best Buy will be doing a nationwide midnight release for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 on November 10th. Today, Gamestop has announced that they will also be doing a midnight opening for this latest CoD. In case you haven't heard, the first Modern Warfare was the bestselling FPS game in history (so far).

It's not hard to see why both Best Buy and Gamestop are excited. Modern Warfare 2 shows every sign of being a chart-topper. Unless Infinity Ward has seriously managed to muck things up with this one, it's going to be huge.

Posted on Fri, 6 Nov 2009 06:09:36 CST | by Robert Evans

Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 Midnight Release At Best Buy

Topic: Gaming

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare is the bestselling FPS ever. There's a good reason for that; it's a fantastic game. Unless you've been stuck under a rock without WiFi access for the last few months, you probably know that the sequel is due out on November 10th. Today, Best Buy announced that they will be doing a nationwide midnight release for Modern Warfare 2.

Posted on Thu, 5 Nov 2009 08:33:39 CST | by Robert Evans

Four New Sony PSP-3000 Holiday Value Packs Hit Japan

Topic: Gaming

Sony has with the PSP Go a new PSP model, which does not mean though that the PSP-3000 is now outdated. To the contrary, the PSP-3000 is still the main portable Sony console.
Japanese gamers get four new PSP-3000 value packs for the Holidays.
The bundle pack will include the PSP handheld entertainment system (PSP-3000) in Piano Black, Pearl White, Vibrant Blue or Radiant Red color, a 4GB Memory Stick PRO Duo (Mark2), a pouch and a cloth.
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Posted on Wed, 4 Nov 2009 11:00:00 CST | by Luigi Lugmayr

Thrustmaster Unveils New Wii Remote Charging Solutions

Topic: Gaming

Thrustmaster has unveiled a new line of Wii Remote charging solutions. The first is called the T-charge Stand Contactless+ NW. The charger replaces the standard stand for the Wii with a new one that holds the console and has two places to charge Wii remotes.

The stand includes new battery doors that allow the remotes to be recharged by sitting them on the stand cradles and doesn’t require users to remove the silicone cases from the remotes for charging. The charger can charge two remotes at once. The T-Charge Quattro+ NW is able to charge four Wii remotes at once. Read more

Posted on Mon, 2 Nov 2009 09:00:00 CST | by Shane McGlaun