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Spore for PC Video Game Review

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Today we are looking at one of the most fun and enjoyable PC games I have played for a long time -- Spore. The game has a massive story line and offers so much customization possibilities that no two games will play the same.

The sole drawback to the game is the copy protection software that is required to install the game. If you have a problem with copy protection software, I suggest you don’t buy Spore. Read more

Posted on Thu, 9 Oct 2008 13:03:27 CDT | by Shane McGlaun

EA signs Video Game Deal with ''300'' Director

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NEW YORK (Reuters) - Video game publisher Electronic Arts Inc has signed a deal for Hollywood director Zack Snyder, who made the hit 2006 film "300," to help develop video games, some of which may someday become movies themselves.
The agreement, announced on Monday, calls for Snyder, who also directed 2004's "The Dawn of the Dead" and is working on a film adaptation of the "Watchmen" comic book series, to develop three original games for EA.
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Posted on Tue, 30 Sep 2008 08:53:51 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Video Games Sales rise 9% in August: NPD

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U.S. video games sales rose 9 percent in August from a year earlier, marking the smallest monthly sales increase in more than two years, according to data from research firm NPD on Thursday.
U.S. sales of video game hardware, software, and accessories totaled $1.08 billion in August with software sales growing 13 percent and hardware sales rising 3 percent, NPD said.
Helped by a steady flow of blockbuster titles, the video game industry has proved resilient to the economic hardships hitting other industries. August's sales increase, however, is the first rise below 10 percent in 27 months, NPD said.
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Posted on Sat, 13 Sep 2008 01:36:48 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Video Game Sales rise 28 percent in July

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SEATTLE (Reuters) - U.S. video game sales rose 28 percent in July from a year earlier, boosted by continued strong demand for Nintendo Co Ltd's Wii console, according to data from research firm NPD on Thursday.
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Posted on Fri, 15 Aug 2008 02:10:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Batman: Arkham Asylum Video Game Slated for 2009

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Eidos Interactive and Warner Brothers Interactive Entertainment have teamed up to announce new videogame called Batman: Arkham Asylum. The game will be made available for the Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, and Games for Windows in 2009. The game is being developed by Rocksteady Studios and puts players in the role of Batman as he delivers the Joker to Arkham Asylum.

When Batman arrives at Arkham Asylum, imprisoned villains have a trap set and the game spawns an immersive combat experience. The game script was penned by the Emmy award-winning Batman writer Paul Dini and promises stunning graphics. Read more

Posted on Wed, 13 Aug 2008 06:04:36 CDT | by Shane McGlaun

Athletes play Video Games as Olympics go virtual

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By John Gaudiosi

RALEIGH, North Carolina (Reuters) - If 24-hour coverage of the Olympic Games in China isn't enough for fans, Sega has rolled out the official video game of the 2008 events in Beijing for PC, Xbox 360, PlayStation 3 and mobile phones.
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Posted on Thu, 7 Aug 2008 11:42:39 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Gyroxus Full Motion Video Game Chair Gets Price Cut

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4th Motion has announced that it has dropped the price of its Gyroxus full-motion video game chair by $100. The Gyroxus can now be purchased for $389. The Gyroxus is fully compatible with the PS3, Xbox 360 and with Games for Windows on the PC.

The maker says that the Gyroxus chair puts a new dimension into flight sims like Warhawk and driving games like Motorstorm and Burnout Paradise. FPD titles like Halo 3 and Call of Duty 4 also work with the game as do titles like Madden NFL and Fight Night. Read more

Posted on Mon, 4 Aug 2008 12:26:33 CDT | by Shane McGlaun

Watchmen Video Game coming to Xbox 360, PS3, and PC

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Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment will publish WATCHMEN, an episodic downloadable game based on the upcoming Warner Bros. film for the Xbox 360, Sony PS3, and Windows PC in 2009.

The supporting marketing for the Watchmen movie is in full swing. Fans can spend the time until the movie opens in March of 2009 with the Watchmen Motion Comics on iTunes. Read more

Posted on Thu, 24 Jul 2008 03:00:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

U.S. Video Game Sales seen up 53 percent in June

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LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - U.S. sales of video game hardware and software rose 53 percent in June from a year ago, with Konami Corp's "Metal Gear Solid 4" helping to fuel a dramatic increase in the number of Sony Corp's PlayStation 3 units sold, market researcher NPD reported on Thursday.
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Posted on Fri, 18 Jul 2008 00:47:05 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Volume rises for Music Video Games

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By Daisuke Wakabayashi and Jennifer Martinez

LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - It turns out everyone just wants to be a rock star.
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Posted on Thu, 17 Jul 2008 10:17:32 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Casual Video Games are Therapeutic for Kids with ADHD

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Pop Cap games commissioned a study that was performed by Information Solutions Group that looked at the ability of casual video games to lessen symptoms of ADHD. According to the study casual games can improve the attention span, provide stress relief and improve memory for kids with ADHD.

The study also says that the sense of accomplishment provided by playing these games helps boost the self esteem of ADHD kids. The study polled 13,296 casual game players with 2,728 of the respondents saying that they or someone in their care had ADHD. The study also had some kids with dyslexia, autism and Down Syndrome as well. Read more

Posted on Wed, 16 Jul 2008 12:46:27 CDT | by Shane McGlaun

Energizer and PDP to Team Up for Video Game Controllers

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Video game controller and accessory maker PDP is teaming up with battery maker Energizer for a line of Energizer gaming peripherals. The two companies will make and sell Energizer charging docks, charging cables, and battery packs for the Wii, Xbox 360, and PS3 consoles.

The energizer branded products will have prices ranging from $9.99 to $39.99. Game controllers are high drain devices and anyone who owns a Wii knows that the batteries have to be replaced frequently. Read more

Posted on Tue, 8 Jul 2008 10:16:47 CDT | by Shane McGlaun

GameFly Video Game Rental Review

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OCModShop published the "Netflix for video games" service GameFly.

Quote from the review: "Receiving movies in the mail has rapidly gained popularity over the last few years. Once seemingly impossible, movie fans now make a list of movies they want to see and get them in the mail once those movies become available. It seems so long ago that I trekked to the store and dealt with rain checks, annoying cashiers, and an endless supply of problem customers. Now, this convenience is available for gamers. The question is: Is Gamefly worth the cost and the wait time for the average gamer? Read more

Posted on Fri, 4 Jul 2008 09:00:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Warner Brothers & TT Games Announce Odd Video Game

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Warner Brothers interactive and TT Games have announced what may be the oddest concept for a video game I have seen in a long time. TT Games will be developing a video game for the Nintendo Wii and Nintendo DS called Guinness World Records: The Video Game.

The game is slated for a fall 2008 release and gives players the chance to break world records. The game can be played in single player mode or with teams and in competitive multiplayer groups. Gameplay will allow gamers to grow the world’s longest finger nails, walk a tight rope across the Grand Canyon and eat a jumbo jet. This is a weird video game concept for sure. Read more

Posted on Fri, 27 Jun 2008 11:03:45 CDT | by Shane McGlaun

Playing a Video Game? No, it's Health Therapy

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By John Gaudiosi

RALEIGH, North Carolina, June 26 (Reuters) - Video games are known to improve hand-eye coordination but can they help someone quit smoking or lose weight?
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Posted on Thu, 26 Jun 2008 07:20:36 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Son of ''Godfather'' sues Paramount over Video Game

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LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - The son of author Mario Puzo who created "The Godfather" sued Paramount Pictures on Wednesday, saying it had failed to hand over any of the revenues from a video game based on the book and award-winning movie.
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Posted on Thu, 19 Jun 2008 17:00:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Video Game Sales on winning Streak, Study Projects

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By Paul Bond

LOS ANGELES (Hollywood Reporter) - The video game industry is expected to shoot from $41.9 billion in global sales last year to $68.3 billion in 2012, a compound annual growth rate of 10.3 percent and better than all other media sectors except for online advertising and access.
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Posted on Wed, 18 Jun 2008 03:05:55 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Kung Fu Panda: The Video Game Review

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OCModShop published a review of the Kung Fu Panda video game.

Quote from the review: "Kung Fu Panda, the video game, will be enjoyable for those who like other movie-based video games. Relive the plot of the movie with a little bit more interaction. Read more

Posted on Fri, 13 Jun 2008 20:00:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Video Game Addicts are not shy Nerds

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By Pauline Askin

SYDNEY (Reuters) - Playing video games for hours on end may be bad for your health, but, according to an Australian study, it doesn't mean you are a lonely nerd and won't damage your social skills.
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Posted on Thu, 12 Jun 2008 06:43:34 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Kung Fu Panda Video Game Coming to Consoles

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Jack Black’s new film called Kung Fu Panda has spawned a video game for the Xbox, Wii, PS2, and PS3. Gamers with a Nintendo DS and PC gamers can get in on the action as well. It seems only the PSP was left out of the Kung Fu Panda love.

The game lets players defeat foes on their quest to become the Dragon Warrior and defeat Tai Lung. Gameplay allows players to master kung fu moves and the fighting style of Po the Panda. The game also requires players to solve puzzles and unlock new moves and characters as the game moves along. The game is rated E10+. Read more

Posted on Wed, 4 Jun 2008 08:18:39 CDT | by Shane McGlaun

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