Sunday, January 15, 2012

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.

Press Release

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.

Boxart

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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Kalypso Announce The Modern Times Expansion Is Coming To Tropico 4 On PC And Xbox 360 In March For £19.99/€29.99/1200 MS Points

Kalypso have announced a new Expansion for Tropico 4. the Modern Times Expansion is set to come to both the PC and Xbox 360 versions of the game in March for £19.99/€29.99/1200 MS Points.


Key Features:
  • Make Tropico fit for the 21st century: Evolve the island from the Cold War era to modern times and even into the future
  • 30 new buildings become available as time progresses, including condos, skyscrapers, organic ranches and biofarms. Replace obsolete buildings with these modern and inspiring designs.
  • Upgrade old buildings to new variants – modernised apartment buildings, banks, museums and much more
  • 10 new edicts allow even more control over your citizens’ lives. Block or limit citizens’ Internet use, create a police state or be a “good guy” and launch the Festival of Love edict.
  • New single player campaign comprised of 12 comprehensive scenario missions. Protect Tropico from unseen and sinister forces.



As the teaser trailer shows, you can even bring the space age to your island and even sent astronauts to the International Space Station. other advancements include the Internet, and Global Finance Markets.

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Sega Have Released A How To Play Crush 3D Trailer On The 3DS

Sega have released a new trailer for Crush 3D. this video uses in-game action to show the crush mechanic and a few ways you can use it.


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Saturday, January 14, 2012

Capcom Have Released A New Multiplayer Modes Trailer For Resident Evil: Operation Raccoon City

Capcom have released a new trailer for Resident Evil: Operation Raccoon City. this trailer uses in-game action to show several new multiplayer modes. the first mode is Team Attack, which has your team trying to kill the most enemies. BioHazard has your team trying to escort the G Virus to a base location. Survivors has your team trying to survive waves of enemies until your helicopter arrives. Heroes has you trying to fight an opposing teams iconic character whilst trying to defend your own.


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