Hot off the press is Rockstar's latest trailer for L.A. Noire, featuring the Wal-Mart preorder bonus mission "A Slip of the Tongue."
This is a case from the Traffic Desk in which Cole Phelps and crew try to get to the bottom of a car theft ring. The video features some of the more action-oriented driving scenes, in addition to some shootouts. There's lots of eye candy for gamers packed into these 31 seconds.
If this is the kind of stuff we can expect from the Traffic Desk missions, consider me even more pumped. I was worried somewhat of the interest that could be garnered from being a Traffic cop. The idea of pulling people over and giving them speeding tickets did not sound very appealing to me. Glad to see that will not be the case! But enough of my words - if you're still reading these - watch the video below!
Any new thoughts based on the trailer? Share them with us in the comments section below! We love to hear your opinions.
Thursday, March 31, 2011
Microsoft Promises Big Things For Kinect In 2011
Microsoft executives have been talking up the Kinect with several different magazines over the last few weeks. The General Manager for Microsoft's United Kingdom division recently sat down and spoke Kinect with trade magazine MCV.
Microsoft seems happy with the awards that Kinect has one in the press and more recently at the BAFTA awards. The company feels that titles like Kinect Sports really broaden the console's audience.
"I think people are excited about Kinect, that's what we're focusing on and that's what you're going to see us really deliver on as we go through this calendar year, both in terms of what we're doing with that platform and the different types of gaming experiences that we're bringing to market." - UK GM Neil Thompson
What kind of titles would you like to see on Kinect in the next 12 months? There are rumblings about survival horror and M rated titles coming to the device before the end of the year. Does your Kinect get much use?
Personally I would love to see more mature titles using the Kinect. It is an excellent device that brings a lot of potential to the platform. Look to teamxbox for all of the latest Kinect news as it happens.
Microsoft seems happy with the awards that Kinect has one in the press and more recently at the BAFTA awards. The company feels that titles like Kinect Sports really broaden the console's audience.
"I think people are excited about Kinect, that's what we're focusing on and that's what you're going to see us really deliver on as we go through this calendar year, both in terms of what we're doing with that platform and the different types of gaming experiences that we're bringing to market." - UK GM Neil Thompson
What kind of titles would you like to see on Kinect in the next 12 months? There are rumblings about survival horror and M rated titles coming to the device before the end of the year. Does your Kinect get much use?
Personally I would love to see more mature titles using the Kinect. It is an excellent device that brings a lot of potential to the platform. Look to teamxbox for all of the latest Kinect news as it happens.
Rareware May Be Working On Kinect Sports 2
Rumors have been floating around the internet for some time that Rareware is working on a sequel to 2010’s Kinect Sports. The game has been rumored to be in development since reports first surfaced in early February. Considering how prominent the first game was used in advertisements for the Kinect a sequel shouldn’t be too shocking.
The first Kinect Sports was released alongside the sensor on November 4th 2010. It featured six different sports in both multiplayer and single player configurations. Let’s hope that Rare adds a few more sports to the roster and fixes some of the issues that plagued sports like Volleyball before they ship the sequel. Kinect Sports currently holds an average of rating of 7.0/10 amongst the gaming press.
The second part of the rumor is that Rare’s existence depends on the reception and sales of Kinect Sports 2. They were recently restructured and reportedly Perfect Dark 2 and Kameo 2 were both cancelled during this process. Rare has been instrumental to Microsoft’s Avatar push. It would be a shame to see them go after successful titles like Perfect Dark, Goldeneye and Kameo.
What is your take on a possible Kinect Sports 2? Let us know in the comments.
The first Kinect Sports was released alongside the sensor on November 4th 2010. It featured six different sports in both multiplayer and single player configurations. Let’s hope that Rare adds a few more sports to the roster and fixes some of the issues that plagued sports like Volleyball before they ship the sequel. Kinect Sports currently holds an average of rating of 7.0/10 amongst the gaming press.
The second part of the rumor is that Rare’s existence depends on the reception and sales of Kinect Sports 2. They were recently restructured and reportedly Perfect Dark 2 and Kameo 2 were both cancelled during this process. Rare has been instrumental to Microsoft’s Avatar push. It would be a shame to see them go after successful titles like Perfect Dark, Goldeneye and Kameo.
What is your take on a possible Kinect Sports 2? Let us know in the comments.
Duke Nukem Forever Multiplayer Details
Gearbox Software promised details about Duke Nukem Forever's multiplayer mode would arrive shortly after their PAX East event. It seems that these details may have leaked out a little early as they hit the internet this morning. Not only do we have details on the available weapons, maps and modes but we've also got a screenshot from the mutliplayer mode as well.
Duke Nukem Forever's multiplayer forgoes the now standard 8 Vs 8 play for a more conservative 4 Vs 4 setup across all modes. According to the details that appeared this morning players on either side will be divided between a red and blue team with the color of their Duke's shirt representing their respective side.
5 different game modes were revealed in the leaked details. The standard free-for-all Dukematch (deathmatch), Team Dukematch, Hail to the King (king of the hill) and an odd take on Capture the Flag called "Capture the Babes". In Capture the Babe each time must capture the opposing teams Babe and bring her back to their side of the map to score a point. If the leak is correct then at some points when you capture the babe she will not co-operate. In order to bring her to the opposing side you must "give her a gentle smack to calm her down". Misogynistic? Yes. Hilariously over the top? I think so!
Several weapons from Duke Nukem's past return in Duke Nukem Forever. Players can expect to wield Duke's classic golden pistol, shot each other with the shotgun, shrink down their foes with the Shrink Ray and obliterate the opposition with the RPG Launcher. It was also confirmed that trip-mines can be attached to enemies in both the single player and multiplayer modes.
Weapons aren't the only goodies that players will find scattered around the 10 available maps. Several power-ups are available to help Duke accomplish his goal of alien ass kicking. The series staple - Steroids- are back and provide Duke with a one hit kill he can use on any opponent. It also raises his running speed but disables Duke's ability to wield weapons while the power-up is active. The last power-up that the leak mentions is the Holo-Duke. This holographic clone of Duke would sit beside him and mimic his movements. In an added twist the new Holo-Duke will also cloak the player, giving them an added advantage in combat.
Just because Duke Nukem Forever doesn't live up to modern standards in terms of the number of players per match doesn't mean Tryptic and Gearbox Software haven't implemented other advancements from the last generation of online games. Duke uses an experience system similar to those found in the Call of Duty franchises. Players will earn experience at the end of each match as well as bonus experience for "achievements" - such as killing yourself with a pipe bomb or going on a killing spree.
There is certainly a lot of information to digest and it sounds like the folks at Gearbox have an excellent experience waiting for us. Will you play Duke Nukem Forever when it releases on May 3rd? I will be the first in line at midnight. Look for our full review a few days after the May 3rd release date.
Duke Nukem Forever's multiplayer forgoes the now standard 8 Vs 8 play for a more conservative 4 Vs 4 setup across all modes. According to the details that appeared this morning players on either side will be divided between a red and blue team with the color of their Duke's shirt representing their respective side.
5 different game modes were revealed in the leaked details. The standard free-for-all Dukematch (deathmatch), Team Dukematch, Hail to the King (king of the hill) and an odd take on Capture the Flag called "Capture the Babes". In Capture the Babe each time must capture the opposing teams Babe and bring her back to their side of the map to score a point. If the leak is correct then at some points when you capture the babe she will not co-operate. In order to bring her to the opposing side you must "give her a gentle smack to calm her down". Misogynistic? Yes. Hilariously over the top? I think so!
Several weapons from Duke Nukem's past return in Duke Nukem Forever. Players can expect to wield Duke's classic golden pistol, shot each other with the shotgun, shrink down their foes with the Shrink Ray and obliterate the opposition with the RPG Launcher. It was also confirmed that trip-mines can be attached to enemies in both the single player and multiplayer modes.
Weapons aren't the only goodies that players will find scattered around the 10 available maps. Several power-ups are available to help Duke accomplish his goal of alien ass kicking. The series staple - Steroids- are back and provide Duke with a one hit kill he can use on any opponent. It also raises his running speed but disables Duke's ability to wield weapons while the power-up is active. The last power-up that the leak mentions is the Holo-Duke. This holographic clone of Duke would sit beside him and mimic his movements. In an added twist the new Holo-Duke will also cloak the player, giving them an added advantage in combat.
Just because Duke Nukem Forever doesn't live up to modern standards in terms of the number of players per match doesn't mean Tryptic and Gearbox Software haven't implemented other advancements from the last generation of online games. Duke uses an experience system similar to those found in the Call of Duty franchises. Players will earn experience at the end of each match as well as bonus experience for "achievements" - such as killing yourself with a pipe bomb or going on a killing spree.
There is certainly a lot of information to digest and it sounds like the folks at Gearbox have an excellent experience waiting for us. Will you play Duke Nukem Forever when it releases on May 3rd? I will be the first in line at midnight. Look for our full review a few days after the May 3rd release date.
Rage Media, Info and More
The juice is flowing on the official Rage site with a new interactive panorama that shows game locations, weapons, enemies, vehicles and more! Also fresh and tasty is the free downloadable mp3 file of new track, Burning Jacob's Ladder by Mark Lanegan that was used in the recently released “Untethered” trailer. I can’t wait to get my hands on the ‘Wingstick’ and nail me some mutants! Here’s the recent Rage Weapons Preview video from IGN just in case you missed it.
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Zumba Fitness Demo Now Available
A brand new Kinect demo has landed on the Xbox 360 Marketplace. The demo is for Zumba Kitness which launched alongside the Kinect on November 4th 2010. It is kind of surprising that Majesco would release a demo for a four month old title.
Regardless of how long the game has been on store shelves this demo might be a good reason to dust off your Kinect. Unlike other fitness games this title uses Latin and international music to help you find your rhythm. Check out the official details below. Zumba Fitness
Join the party with Zumba Fitness®, a one-of-a-kind, dance fitness workout set to sexy, high-energy Latin and international music! Find your rhythm and let go as Zumba instructor fan favorites Gina Grant, Tanya Beardsley and Zumba’s creator Beto guide you through 30 routines that will work you into a sweat and make you forget you’re even exercising. Featuring exclusive music and choreography, Zumba Fitness® for Kinect lets you see yourself on screen and naturally dance controller-free in an ultra fun interactive fitness party that’s focused on the joy of movement! Source:Majornelson.com
Regardless of how long the game has been on store shelves this demo might be a good reason to dust off your Kinect. Unlike other fitness games this title uses Latin and international music to help you find your rhythm. Check out the official details below. Zumba Fitness
Join the party with Zumba Fitness®, a one-of-a-kind, dance fitness workout set to sexy, high-energy Latin and international music! Find your rhythm and let go as Zumba instructor fan favorites Gina Grant, Tanya Beardsley and Zumba’s creator Beto guide you through 30 routines that will work you into a sweat and make you forget you’re even exercising. Featuring exclusive music and choreography, Zumba Fitness® for Kinect lets you see yourself on screen and naturally dance controller-free in an ultra fun interactive fitness party that’s focused on the joy of movement! Source:Majornelson.com
Wednesday, March 23, 2011
Prey 2 Main Character & Story Info
It seems that details about Prey 2 are coming out at a snail’s pace. Details about the gameplay, main characters and plot are being released slowly through magazine scans, inside sources and rumor rather than official channels like the games publisher Bethesda. The latest round of details comes from an “inside source” who discussed the game with Kotaku earlier today.
The mysterious military-like character we saw on the Game Informer cover is in fact a United States Air Martial aboard a plane that was downed during the alien ship’s appearance in the first game. The two games will follow the same events taking place simultaneously but from different perspective. Apparently the simultaneous plot will diverge after the game’s opening chapter and will take players to an alien planet.
The gameplay of Prey 2 takes place in an open world rather than the straightforward corridors that populated the first title. Players will be able to make use of the walls/debris and obstacles as methods of cover similar to the original Prey. Outside of the cover mechanic we also know that the game will make use of a “scan mechanic” that enables the Air Martial to gain information about his surroundings and enemy NPCs
With all of this information coming out a debut trailer shouldn’t be too far behind. As soon as we have more information about Prey 2 we will bring it to you.
Selita Ebanks ‘Humbled’ By Response To Kanye West’s ‘Runaway’Prey 2 Revealed As Bethseda’s Newest Game
The mysterious military-like character we saw on the Game Informer cover is in fact a United States Air Martial aboard a plane that was downed during the alien ship’s appearance in the first game. The two games will follow the same events taking place simultaneously but from different perspective. Apparently the simultaneous plot will diverge after the game’s opening chapter and will take players to an alien planet.
The gameplay of Prey 2 takes place in an open world rather than the straightforward corridors that populated the first title. Players will be able to make use of the walls/debris and obstacles as methods of cover similar to the original Prey. Outside of the cover mechanic we also know that the game will make use of a “scan mechanic” that enables the Air Martial to gain information about his surroundings and enemy NPCs
With all of this information coming out a debut trailer shouldn’t be too far behind. As soon as we have more information about Prey 2 we will bring it to you.
Selita Ebanks ‘Humbled’ By Response To Kanye West’s ‘Runaway’Prey 2 Revealed As Bethseda’s Newest Game
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