http://www.dantesinferno.com/home.action
Talk about originality. Dante's Inferno has taken some poems or a story by a poet (I don't know) and turned the poet into a warrior of whom fights his way through hell. In the game, Dante fights through the 8 (or 9) stages of hell in order to rescue his beloved. Each level of hell has its own unique look. Based on Ive seen, the gameplay and the cinamatics look amazing. This game is going to be one for the history books. We might see a new bench mark for story/adventure games in 2010.
Thursday, December 10, 2009
Bayonetta
http://www.sega.com/platinumgames/bayonetta/
Let me set the stage for you. Your an angel killing witch. Your no ordinary witch however. Your a sexy witch wearing a skin tight costume...made of your own hair. You have an arsenal of magical attacks to slay these demon angels in your path...based on your own hair. You ride motorcycles and jump around in a typical slasher game (from the creators of Devil May Cry)...in a suit of your own hair. This game is weird. Im not sure about the story yet but isn't it interesting enough already? I mean, come on! You fight using your hair! Apparently one of your big attacks is a giant steleto coming down from the heavens and crushing your opponent. Oh, did I mention its made of your HAIR!? WTF? I'll be renting this game to see what its all about next year.
Let me set the stage for you. Your an angel killing witch. Your no ordinary witch however. Your a sexy witch wearing a skin tight costume...made of your own hair. You have an arsenal of magical attacks to slay these demon angels in your path...based on your own hair. You ride motorcycles and jump around in a typical slasher game (from the creators of Devil May Cry)...in a suit of your own hair. This game is weird. Im not sure about the story yet but isn't it interesting enough already? I mean, come on! You fight using your hair! Apparently one of your big attacks is a giant steleto coming down from the heavens and crushing your opponent. Oh, did I mention its made of your HAIR!? WTF? I'll be renting this game to see what its all about next year.
Assassin's Creed 2
http://assassinscreed.us.ubi.com/assassins-creed-2/
Now, now. Don't run for the hills. I know that when most people think of Assassin's Creed they think, "Well it was 'ok' but it was just so repetitive." Anyone to ever utter those words (aka anyone that played the game) would be correct in this statement. Have no fear, however. Assassin's Creed 2 is everything that the first game should be. Its all about switching things up. It is more of a story mode game now than a mission game. Also, the environment is drastically improved. Your taken back to the Italian Renaissance. Ubisoft recreated many of the real life places from the period and that still exist today. A lot of the game mechanics are also improved. You can swim! You would have thought that an expert assassin would know how to swim already... Anyway, the game is good but think twice about buying it if you like me and enjoy a good multiplayer experience for the multilplayer is still missing from this game (and rightfully so).
Now, now. Don't run for the hills. I know that when most people think of Assassin's Creed they think, "Well it was 'ok' but it was just so repetitive." Anyone to ever utter those words (aka anyone that played the game) would be correct in this statement. Have no fear, however. Assassin's Creed 2 is everything that the first game should be. Its all about switching things up. It is more of a story mode game now than a mission game. Also, the environment is drastically improved. Your taken back to the Italian Renaissance. Ubisoft recreated many of the real life places from the period and that still exist today. A lot of the game mechanics are also improved. You can swim! You would have thought that an expert assassin would know how to swim already... Anyway, the game is good but think twice about buying it if you like me and enjoy a good multiplayer experience for the multilplayer is still missing from this game (and rightfully so).
God of War III
http://www.godofwar.com/Agegate/index.htm?redirectURL=/Index/
o I just bought my first PS3. It was a "holiday bundle" so I got some games included with it. One of the games is the "God of War Collection." This game consists of the first 2 games in the series, "God of War" and "God of War II." I can tell you that already I am pumped for the third installment in the series and Ive only completed the first mission in the first game. Already, Ive torn hordes of monsters in half, seen some amazing cinematics for the games time, and Ive slain a gigantic, 3 headed, ocean dwelling serpent... All the while the game challenged me to get things right. You have to use your environment and your skill set to accomplish any task ahead of you. There is also a puzzle type of element to the game that makes even some of the simple tasks like balancing on a beam or defeating the larger enemies particularly challenging. Ive always knew that "God of War" was a good series but I'm glad I finally got my hands on it.
o I just bought my first PS3. It was a "holiday bundle" so I got some games included with it. One of the games is the "God of War Collection." This game consists of the first 2 games in the series, "God of War" and "God of War II." I can tell you that already I am pumped for the third installment in the series and Ive only completed the first mission in the first game. Already, Ive torn hordes of monsters in half, seen some amazing cinematics for the games time, and Ive slain a gigantic, 3 headed, ocean dwelling serpent... All the while the game challenged me to get things right. You have to use your environment and your skill set to accomplish any task ahead of you. There is also a puzzle type of element to the game that makes even some of the simple tasks like balancing on a beam or defeating the larger enemies particularly challenging. Ive always knew that "God of War" was a good series but I'm glad I finally got my hands on it.
Modern Medal of Honor
http://multiplayerblog.mtv.com/tag/medal-of-honor/
Come on kids! Let's hop on the bandwagon! Even though they'll be labeled "copy cats" forever, I can't blame Medal of Honor for going "modern." The WWII market is tapped out. Though EA will have their work cut out for them considering the popularity of Modern Warfare 2. Even if they do "ok" then they should consider it a victory taking into account what they are up against. EA is up against the biggest entertainment release of all time. Probably game of the year material. As interested as I am to see what spins Medal of Honor throws at the FPS, "modern warfare" genre, Im skeptical considering their last release. Medal of Honor Airborne was a far cry from the series' glory days. I'll be impressed if they sell half as many copys as Modern Warfare 2 did in the first week.
Come on kids! Let's hop on the bandwagon! Even though they'll be labeled "copy cats" forever, I can't blame Medal of Honor for going "modern." The WWII market is tapped out. Though EA will have their work cut out for them considering the popularity of Modern Warfare 2. Even if they do "ok" then they should consider it a victory taking into account what they are up against. EA is up against the biggest entertainment release of all time. Probably game of the year material. As interested as I am to see what spins Medal of Honor throws at the FPS, "modern warfare" genre, Im skeptical considering their last release. Medal of Honor Airborne was a far cry from the series' glory days. I'll be impressed if they sell half as many copys as Modern Warfare 2 did in the first week.
Tuesday, December 8, 2009
Xbox 360 VS PS3
Ive always favored the 360 over the PS3 but after actually getting my hands on one earlier this year, I let up on the harsh remarks of which I slung at the PS3 in normal conversation. Its a good console. BluRay, free online via Playstation Network (PSN), descent variety of games, "Next-Generation" graphics, web browser, and all the other goodies such as music, video, pictures, etc. However, even though the PSN is free it still comes with a price. It lacks the quality that the Xbox LIVE online feature that the 360 has. For me, this is the PS3's greatest downfall for I am a heavy multiplayer gamer. Also, even though the PS3 has BluRay and other high quality features, you have to have an elite rig to use the PS3 to its full potential. You need a high quality, and expensive, TV and home theater system. There are some good games on the console though, games that you cant get on any other console.
Moreover, even though I still feel that the Xbox 360 still wins the console war with its unpresidented online feature alone, the PS3 has come a long way and is a respectable console.
Moreover, even though I still feel that the Xbox 360 still wins the console war with its unpresidented online feature alone, the PS3 has come a long way and is a respectable console.
Wednesday, December 2, 2009
The Horde (shirt)
http://www.threadless.com/submission/231672/The_Horde?streetteam=fatheed
I'm pride myself on being a regular at www.threadless.com. Everything I see on threadless is awesome. Everything is either very clever, fun, funny, or extremely creative. Of all of the clothing sites Ive seen on the web, threadless is the best. Plus, I'm supporting artists in buying from threadless, instead of buying from a big franchise store.
Im a zombie fan. You may have seen my blog on Left 4 Dead 2. I love the Left 4 Dead games. I love zombie movies (even though I'm not a huge gore/horror fan and I am buy no means zombie movie buff). In fact, my co-workers and I have a huge plan how we could defend ourselves using everything in the carwash that I work at during a zombie apocalypse. So, when you put that together and through in my love for shirts, you have this little gem.
I love this shirt. Mine is in the mail on the way to my house as I type. I think its so creative how they used the focal point of the light and how the zombies themselves are a degradation across the shirt. It sort of somes up everything zombies. One or a small number of people against a massive amount of zombies. Exemplary!
I'm pride myself on being a regular at www.threadless.com. Everything I see on threadless is awesome. Everything is either very clever, fun, funny, or extremely creative. Of all of the clothing sites Ive seen on the web, threadless is the best. Plus, I'm supporting artists in buying from threadless, instead of buying from a big franchise store.
Im a zombie fan. You may have seen my blog on Left 4 Dead 2. I love the Left 4 Dead games. I love zombie movies (even though I'm not a huge gore/horror fan and I am buy no means zombie movie buff). In fact, my co-workers and I have a huge plan how we could defend ourselves using everything in the carwash that I work at during a zombie apocalypse. So, when you put that together and through in my love for shirts, you have this little gem.
I love this shirt. Mine is in the mail on the way to my house as I type. I think its so creative how they used the focal point of the light and how the zombies themselves are a degradation across the shirt. It sort of somes up everything zombies. One or a small number of people against a massive amount of zombies. Exemplary!
Brink
For those that played Mirrors Edge, surely you can agree that it was a good (not great) game. It was a first person platformer, based on free running. You were a messenger that ran across rooftops, dodging bullets, trying to find the fastest route from point A to point B. Most people I think would agree that one thing that Mirrors Edge didn't really have enough of was guns. Everybody loves guns...
Brink is a new game by Bethesda studios which is basically Mirrors Edge+Guns+Multiplayer. Sounds fun? I know, right? Basically you get around running, jumping, sliding, and gunning with all of your buddies over Xbox Live battling for territory of a dying earth. Im actually suprised that this hasnt been done already, but never the less Im glad its being done. This is supposed to be released in early 2010 so we'll see if it will live up to the hype that will grow between now and then.
Brink is a new game by Bethesda studios which is basically Mirrors Edge+Guns+Multiplayer. Sounds fun? I know, right? Basically you get around running, jumping, sliding, and gunning with all of your buddies over Xbox Live battling for territory of a dying earth. Im actually suprised that this hasnt been done already, but never the less Im glad its being done. This is supposed to be released in early 2010 so we'll see if it will live up to the hype that will grow between now and then.
Modern Warfare 2: Game of the Year?
So, as you may have read in one of my other blogs, with the release of Modern Warfare 2 became available a limited edition, MW2 themed, 250GB HD, Xbox 360 console. Bought it. As I may or may not have mentioned was that there was also a limited edition of the game available which included working night vision goggles. Bought it. Now that I have all the memorabilia, what about the game you ask? Oh...I'll tell you about the game. Its AMAZING!
MW2 lived up to all of the hype. It was the most anticipated game, possibly entertainment event of all time. It WAS the highest grossing entertainment release of all time (including movies, games, etc.) racking in $550 million in the first 5 days, $310 million of that being in the first 24 hours (suck it Titanic).
I'm not going to lie, I havn't completed the campaign yet. However, every minute I've played has been non-stop action. How can you blame me when MW2 has the largest multiplayer fan base ever? I have over 4 days racked up on MW2 multiplayer. Not to mention Ive completed all of the multiplayer missions, known as Spec Ops, on Veteran.
Ive seen some pretty nice looking games come out this year, but I don't think anything can top Infinity Wards greatness known as Modern Warfare 2. Amazing.
MW2 lived up to all of the hype. It was the most anticipated game, possibly entertainment event of all time. It WAS the highest grossing entertainment release of all time (including movies, games, etc.) racking in $550 million in the first 5 days, $310 million of that being in the first 24 hours (suck it Titanic).
I'm not going to lie, I havn't completed the campaign yet. However, every minute I've played has been non-stop action. How can you blame me when MW2 has the largest multiplayer fan base ever? I have over 4 days racked up on MW2 multiplayer. Not to mention Ive completed all of the multiplayer missions, known as Spec Ops, on Veteran.
Ive seen some pretty nice looking games come out this year, but I don't think anything can top Infinity Wards greatness known as Modern Warfare 2. Amazing.
Left 4 DeaD 2
www.l4d.com
So, Im a multiplayer gamer. Don't get me wrong, I love a well executed story in a video game but when it comes down to it, it's all about making other people feel bad about themselves in a public, multiplayer lobby online. Left 4 Dead had plenty of multiplayer to go around. Havn't played it? Picture this. 4 vs 2000. That is 4 "survivors" (you and three of your friends) vs 2000 infected, AI driven zombies. Seem intense? Well it is. Its one of the most chaotic, intense multiplayer experiences video games have to offer. Now, the story is vague (purposefully). You can play the campaigns with friends vs the computer zombies or you can get into the real Versus mode where you play one round as survivors while another group of 4 get to try to stop you as "special infected." Keep in mind, this is just L4D.
L4D2 is the latest release from Valve. Can you say "melee." That's right, L4D2 features not only bigger and better weapons that fire countless bullets to penetrate the skulls of the countless infected but now you can use any of the skull crushing melee weapons such as a baseball bat, a crow bar, a machete or if your lucky and chainsaw. Perfection.
So, Im a multiplayer gamer. Don't get me wrong, I love a well executed story in a video game but when it comes down to it, it's all about making other people feel bad about themselves in a public, multiplayer lobby online. Left 4 Dead had plenty of multiplayer to go around. Havn't played it? Picture this. 4 vs 2000. That is 4 "survivors" (you and three of your friends) vs 2000 infected, AI driven zombies. Seem intense? Well it is. Its one of the most chaotic, intense multiplayer experiences video games have to offer. Now, the story is vague (purposefully). You can play the campaigns with friends vs the computer zombies or you can get into the real Versus mode where you play one round as survivors while another group of 4 get to try to stop you as "special infected." Keep in mind, this is just L4D.
L4D2 is the latest release from Valve. Can you say "melee." That's right, L4D2 features not only bigger and better weapons that fire countless bullets to penetrate the skulls of the countless infected but now you can use any of the skull crushing melee weapons such as a baseball bat, a crow bar, a machete or if your lucky and chainsaw. Perfection.
Pandora internet radio
www.pandora.com
This is not, by any means, new. But don't fix it if it's not broken. Pandora radio is brilliant. I can't count how many days of high school it got me through. Most likely if your on your home computer you have plenty of songs to shuffle through without Pandora. But what about at work or school? Anywhere you can find a computer with an internet connection you can log into your very own (FREE) Pandora account and shuffle through billions of songs. All you do is type the name of a song or band or even genre of music you like and based on that info, Pandora will through countless songs at you that are related to what you want. It can go on and on forever. The best part is, if a song pops up that you don't like or like you can "like it" or "dislike" it and Pandora will take note of it and make your "station" that much better and design for your ears. Brilliant.
This is not, by any means, new. But don't fix it if it's not broken. Pandora radio is brilliant. I can't count how many days of high school it got me through. Most likely if your on your home computer you have plenty of songs to shuffle through without Pandora. But what about at work or school? Anywhere you can find a computer with an internet connection you can log into your very own (FREE) Pandora account and shuffle through billions of songs. All you do is type the name of a song or band or even genre of music you like and based on that info, Pandora will through countless songs at you that are related to what you want. It can go on and on forever. The best part is, if a song pops up that you don't like or like you can "like it" or "dislike" it and Pandora will take note of it and make your "station" that much better and design for your ears. Brilliant.
Mumford and Sons
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lLJf9qJHR3E
Amazon.com lists Mumford ans Sons new album "Sigh No More" as "Bluegrass/Folk." Sounds kind of lame, right? Wrong! Mumford and Sons is one of my favorite bands after one or two listens of their hit single "Little Lion Man (see vid above)."
Their are 3 traits that bands have to have for me to really enjoy their music. 1. They need to have a unique sound. This includes the lead voice of the band. There are zillions of bands out their many of them sound the same. 2. The music needs depth and substance. "Sigh No More" has just that. You can hear the pain and sorrow as well as the 'triumphance' and joy not only in the lyrics but in the music itself. 3. The band as a whole has to be unified, relevant, and (duh) sound good. The British Quortet known as Mumford and Sons is truly quality music. Tremendous.
Amazon.com lists Mumford ans Sons new album "Sigh No More" as "Bluegrass/Folk." Sounds kind of lame, right? Wrong! Mumford and Sons is one of my favorite bands after one or two listens of their hit single "Little Lion Man (see vid above)."
Their are 3 traits that bands have to have for me to really enjoy their music. 1. They need to have a unique sound. This includes the lead voice of the band. There are zillions of bands out their many of them sound the same. 2. The music needs depth and substance. "Sigh No More" has just that. You can hear the pain and sorrow as well as the 'triumphance' and joy not only in the lyrics but in the music itself. 3. The band as a whole has to be unified, relevant, and (duh) sound good. The British Quortet known as Mumford and Sons is truly quality music. Tremendous.
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