Tuesday, February 3, 2009
Top Ten Games Unreleased in the UK
1. 'Xenogears' / 'Xenosaga Part I' (PlayStation - 1998, PS2 - 2003)
2. 'Earthbound' (SNES - 1995)
3. 'WarioWare: Twisted!' (GBA - 2005)
4. 'Seaman' (Dreamcast, 2000)
5. 'Radiant Silvergun' (Arcade, Saturn - 1998)
6. 'Shining Force III Scenario 2 and 3' (Saturn, 1998)
7. 'Cubivore: Survival Of The Fittest' (GameCube - 2002)
8. 'Parasite Eve' (PlayStation - 1998)
9. 'Grandia III' (PS2 - 2006)
10. 'Mega Man Anniversary Collection' (PS2, Xbox, GameCube - 2004)
Full article @ digital spy
Monday, January 26, 2009
Why the PS3 can’t play PS2 games

Sony may have you believing that the company cut out PS2 backwards compatibility in order to save costs, but the real reason is actually more strategic than anything else. All PS3s will most likely be able to play PS2 games in the near future.
Read full article @ Gamer.Blorge
Sunday, January 25, 2009
Final Fantasy Sites Appear - EU and NA now covered

It always seems to start with the interweb these days with new sites now appearing for EU and NA. We’ve also got the Japanese ones for the “completists”.
Read full article @ PS3 Attitude
Sunday, January 4, 2009
PS3 Games Of 2009 - Part II

As we’re going alphabetically, yesterday’s list saw the inclusion of such games as APB, Bionic Commando, BioShock 2 and EyePet.
However, if you were to pick a series of games based on where they might sit in your perfectly sorted games collection, it would be the new releases featuring in the middle of that virtual library that we predict will be receiving most of your gaming attention/money.
Read full article @ PS3 Attitude
PS3 Games of 2009 - Part I

With the release of some of its long awaited AAA titles like Metal Gear Solid 4 and LittleBigPlanet, the console made up a lot of ground on its rivals and converted a large amount of naysayers who had previously designated Sony’s powerhouse a glorified Blu-ray player.
The introduction of Trophies, the redesign of the PlayStation Store, victory in the HD format war - the list of successes is definitely impressive though it would be unfair to claim the year was unblemished and without hiccups. There is still the sticking point of price and the loss of some heavy hitting exclusive properties such as Final Fantasy XIII and Tekken 6 but, as a whole, 2008 will go down as a good year for Sony.
Read full article @ PS3 Attitude
Saturday, January 3, 2009
New 3 in 1 Controller for Sony PS3 Released
With all the different remotes and controllers used to control the PS3, it can sometimes be a chore to keep track of all of them. Well, no one has released a universal remote for the PS3, but Success HK has just released the closest thing to it: a 3 in 1 PS3 controller. This creative peripheral manages to combine a Blu-ray remote, keyboard, and game controller all into one package.
From the looks of it, the remote and slide-out keyboard seem easy to use, but the controller looks like it would be rather uncomfortable to play with. Success HK has managed to attach analog sticks onto the device, but they look more like the nub found on the PSP rather than what’s found on a regular controller. Still, with a $28.52 price tag, it’s hard to find a better bargain. Even if you don’t use the controller, the remote and keyboard are definitely be worth the money; buying each peripheral separately would cost one hell of a lot more.
Source: PS3center.net
Friday, January 2, 2009
Final Fantasy Versus XIII E3 Trailer
The trailer opens with a view of a metropolis at night as a full moon hangs over it. Text proclaiming "There is nothing either good or bad, but thinking makes it so." ripples into the view. The picture goes black before revealing a dark chamber only lit by the moon light coming through the roof around a central pillar. The Prince is sitting on his thrown with his eyes shut. His eyes open and he leaves his chair with intent.
Thunder and lighting crash as the Prince walks out of a massive gothic skyscraper to find cloaked men dead around him and hundreds of armed soldiers equipped with machine guns, waiting for him. As the Prince takes his first step down the stairs towards the soldiers, they open fire. The Prince however is protected by a barrier of weapons only visible when shot, and finally when he summons them to materialize. The trailer ends as the Prince presents a motor-bound sword in a slash, as his eyes gleam a deep red.
Thursday, January 1, 2009
5 predictions for 2009
5 predictions for 2009
1. PS3 pricing is reduced by $100
2. Apple ends iPhone exclusivity deal with AT&T
3. Blu-ray gains little ground on DVDs as streaming takes off
4. Windows 7 hits store shelves
5. Steve Jobs announces his retirement date
Full article @ cnet.com
Thursday, June 5, 2008
Tuesday, June 3, 2008
Wednesday, May 7, 2008
Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII ~Secret Boss: Minerva~
Fun battle with the "hardest" boss in CC:FF7.
Minerva is the Goddess of Gaia the "Planet" in FF7.
Location: Mission 9-6-6
Reward: Divine Slayer / 40000 SP
BOSS STATS:
"Minerva"
Level: 100
HP: 10,000,000
ZACK STATS
Level: 68
Stats: 99,999HP~ Defense / Magic Defense at 255(MAX)
Equips: Divine Slayer, Ziedrich, Protect Ring, Genji Helmet
EQUIP STATS:
"Divine Slayer"
HP, MP & AP 100% Up, All Stats + 50.
Break Damage, HP, MP and AP Limits Plus Auto Libra (Scan)
"Protect Ring"
Spirit+20. Auto Barrier And Magic Barrier
"Genji Helmet"
Auto Libra Plus Zero MP & AP Consumption
"Ziedrich"
Power, Stamina, Magic & Spirit + 100
Half All Elemental Damage
OTHER OPTIONS:
"Genji Shield"
Super Ribbon effect + Auto Barrier & Auto Magic Barrier
"Genji Armor"
Break HP Limit; Effect: "Auto Endurance" & "Auto Regen".
Tip: Equip the steal materia to steal 99 Phoenix down
I don't use any Phoenix downs in this battle.
(Note: I didn't use Phoenix downs effect to revive)
I have Divine Slayer/God Slayer so the fight went quicker. I also cut out Minervas specials after the first because it's long, and cut out the 2 Limit break abilities I did so I could fit it.

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Saturday, May 3, 2008
Monday, January 21, 2008
Nintendo Wii vs. Sony PlayStation 3
Launch by Numbers
PlayStation 3:
After numerous delays and production problems, Sony was finally able to release its PlayStation 3 in time for the Christmas holidays…Well not quite. Sony was indeed able to release the system; however the shipment numbers are laughable. It is estimated that only 500,000 units will be shipped by the end of the year. This means trying to get your hands on a PS3 before Christmas will be nearly impossible.
Wii:
Although it may be also difficult to get your hands on a Wii at the moment, Nintendo plans to ship over 4 million units worldwide by the end of the year. This easily dwarfs the PlayStation 3 number of 500,000. A steady supply of Wiis is being shipped weekly to retailers thus making it easier to get a Wii with each passing week.
Winner: Wii
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Games:
PlayStation 3:
When it comes to the PS3, it is generally thought that there are no games worth getting at this point in time. I have had the privilege of playing the PS3 and most of its games. The only game that held my interest for more than 15 minutes was Resistance: Fall of Man. It is obvious that better games will make their way to the system, but I would not suggest holding your breath for them. Games like Metal Gear Solid 4 and Final Fantasy 13 are expected to come out in late 2007 or early 2008.
Wii:
For the first time ever, Nintendo is releasing a Zelda game at a console launch. This launch title is without a doubt the best game available on the console. In fact, it is widely believed to be the best Zelda game ever. Another thing to take note of is the variety of games available. Nintendo and its third-party developers have covered all the bases. Whether you like sports games or shooting games, there is plenty to choose from.
Winner: Wii
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Graphics:
PlayStation 3:
Although they don’t even come close to realizing the full potential of the PS3 in terms of graphics, the launch games are much prettier than those of the Wii.
Wii:
Nintendo has taken a different direction this generation and is less concerned about graphics. Although that doesn’t mean that the games look bad. You certainly won’t get the same level of realism that you would get on the PS3 or XBOX360. The Wii’s graphical power is a little stronger than that of the original XBOX.
Winner: PlayStation 3
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Price:
PlayStation 3:
The PlayStation 3 comes in 2 different versions. You have the $499.99 version and the $599.99 version. No, I did not make a typo with the prices. Although both systems are similar, the $600 version comes with, among other things, a bigger hard drive. It is estimated that over 80% of the PlayStation 3 consoles shipped will be the $600 version. All this makes the $500 version fairly obsolete. Both versions are able to play BluRay discs. One remote and the necessary cables are included in the box.
Wii:
Currently, the Nintendo Wii retails for $249.99. Included in the box are: the Wii game console, all the necessary wires and adapters, Wii Sports (a game featuring 5 different sports), the regular Wii remote, as well as the nun-chuk attachment.
Winner: Wii
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Final Score: Wii – 3 vs. PlayStation 3 – 1
Nintendo Wii vs. Sony PlayStation 3 Verdict:
The Wii is the obvious choice for all gamers right now. The cheap price, great launch games, and fantastic innovation make it the console to get this holiday season.