MonkeyPaw Games Announce The English Language Version Of Arc The Lad Comes To The UK PSN On 18th January

MonkeyPaw announce Arc The Lad will come out on the UK PSN On the 18th January. this will be the english language version of the game. the game had previously been released on the PSN but it was the Japanese Language version. the English Language release had been delayed a couple of times, with it most recently been announced as coming out earlier in the month.





Source: EU Playstation Blog

Deep Silver Announce Ryder White DLC For Dead Island Comes out 1st February For £7.99 / 800 MS Points

Deep Silver have announced new DLC For Dead Island. Coming the first 1st February on PS3, Xbox 360, And PC, The Ryder White DLC lets you play as Ryder White, the antagonist of the main game, and learn more about his motivations and why he does what he does in the game. The DLC offers a single player campaign with several hours of story content. there are also 2 new blueprints and weapons. The DLC will cost £7.99 on Steam and PSN and 800 MS Points on The Xbox 360.

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UK Game Charts; FIFA 12, Just Dance 3, Skyrim, Battlefield 3, Modern Warfare 3, Zumba Fitness

FIFA 12 is the UK number 1 again. there wasn't much movement in the chart this week, again there were no new games in the top 20. for the second week running, Fitness games dominate the chart, with Zumba Fitness And Zumba Fitness 2 at 6 and 7. Your Shape: Fitness Evolved 2012 and Wii Fit Plus also reappear in the top 20.

1 - FIFA 12
2 - Just Dance 3
3 - The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim
4 - Battlefield 3
5 - Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare 3
6 - Zumba Fitness
7 - Zumba Fitness 2
8 - RAGE
9 - Assassin's Creed Revelations
10 - Need For Speed: The Run
11 - Mario Kart 7
12 - Your Shape: Fitness Evolved 2012
13 - Forza Motorsport 4
14 - Saints Row: The Third
15 - Super Mario 3D Land
16 - Football Manager 2012
17 - Rayman Origins
18 - Mario And Sonic At The London 2012 Olympic Games
19 - Kinect Sports: Season Two
20 - Wii Fit Plus

Charts Supplied By 3. UKIE Games Charts©, compiled by GfK Chart-Track

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What Did You Play This Week?

Yep this feature is returning. Its been more than a while since I last did one of these (it was called What Have You Played This Week). I didn't play many games this week but I got a few hours in.

Final Fantasy Fables: Chocobo Tales – DS

This is the game i'm currently renting. I honestly can't remember why this, and the Wii version, are on my rent list, but its surprisingly good fun. It may sound like a kids game and honestly it is a pretty casual game. Its a bit hard to describe what happens. Its a Final Fantasy World of sorts, there are crystals, a Cid, and Chocobo's. The game revolves around magical books, you have to go into them and complete mini games. These games are simple but competitive and completing them gives you either a Chocobo card, a Battle Card, or a change to the world.

So far i'm around 9 hours in and enjoying it. There have been a couple of times when I have gotten stuck. Thankfully the game has a smart way to point you in the direction. If the characters conversation isn't enough, as a Chocobo you can eat stuff like apples and when you do you get a moment of inspiration which helps point you in the right direction whilst not taking you out of the game.

The game mixes up the gameplay from competitive mini-games to simple competitive card battles, with some exploring as well. As well as finding and completing books, there are cards to find throughout the game, either on the ground or by completing mini-games or by talking to characters. You can use these cards to create a deck to use in battles. There are 120 to find and i've got around 50 of them.

The game looks good considering how old it is. The beginning, when you start the game, is cute and fun, and the overall approach is simple, colourful, and fun. The music is staple Final Fantasy music with a simple, bouncy twist. The game looks like the Final Fantasy III and IV remakes on the DS. Most of the game is controlled by the touch panel, with the top screen mostly used to show the map.

RAGE – PS3

I didn't expect too much from the game but I bought it for cheap. I have only played a couple of hours but i'm pretty disappointed. The graphics are the main issue on the PS3. There is pop in everywhere. When your not moving and looking in one direction the game looks really good, but as soon as you move graphic detail pops in. not only is it distracting its disappointing. I've heard a lot about how good the game looks but I'm not prepared to wait and put my game on hold. Another issue i've had so far is controls. I've played a few shooters before but its taken me a while to get used to the controls of this game. The aiming seems sluggish and off, which doesn’t help when the early enemies bounce all over the place. But again i'm only a few hours in.

Super Mario 3D Land – 3DS

I only just got this game, a long story, and you know what...its great. Its very pick up and go, the levels are short, varied, and well designed. The game looks great and makes good use of the 3D screen and tech. I've only completed the first world so far but already i'm happy in saying that this is a must own game for a 3DS Owner. Expect more impressions as I progress through the game.

Konami Announce The Silent HIll HD Collection Comes Out ON PS3 On 6th March

Konami have announced the Silent Hill HD Collection is set to come out on the PS3 on 6th March. this collection has HD Remakes of Silent Hill 2 and Silent Hill 3 and it also features new voiceovers.

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Sony Have Revealed The USA Boxart For 7 PS Vita Games Including WipEout 2048 And Gravity Rush

Sony have revealed the PS Vita boxart for 7 games. each of these games has been announced as coming out either at the PS Vita launch or soon afterwards. the boxart includes WipEout 2048, Little Deviants, Unit 13, Uncharted Golden Abyss, Hot Shots Golf: World International, Gravity Rush, and Reality Fighters.

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Taito Announce A Pixel Perfect Port Of Rayforce Is Out Now On The App Store For £7.99 / €9.99

Taito announce Rayforce is out now on the iOS app store worldwide, UK and EU pricing is £7.99 / €9.99. Taito say this iOS port is pixel perfect and offers an iPhone control mode or a more arcade control experience. Rayforce was originally released in arcades back in 1993.

To Play Rayforce, you need an iPhone 3GS, 4, 4s running iOS 4.2 or Later. if you have a iPod Touch, you need a 3rd or 4th Generation model.

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