E3 2008 sleeper: D3’s Onechanbara Bikini Zombie Slayers
They kept the game behind beaded curtains partitioning a dimly lit room with bikini-clad mannequins. They called it a peep show. They handed out wet-naps. [...]
The Best of E3
Okay, so it wasn't the most surprising, awe-inspiring E3 ever, but we had a great time and saw some amazing things.
Here's what we took away from the conference.
E3 2008: Atari steps up to the plate, swings and scores big
It's been a hard past few years for Atari, but they have come back strong and it only seems like they're coming on stronger. They came to this year's E3 to say ‘Hey, we're not out of this business,' and they said it well.
E3 2008: We still love NYKO
LOS ANGELES -- NYKO was the best peripherals company at E3.
So what if they were the only one there? They rocked. And they had booth babes. In fact, photo credit for the pictures in this story goes directly to a red-wigged girl with piercing eyes.
But enough about my frustrations, back to games. [...]
E3 2008: The year everyone wanted to rock out
This was the year everyone wanted to rock out at E3. With big releases like Rock Band 2 and Wii Music, and smaller debuts like Lips and Ultimate Band, the stage is set for every single class of gamer imaginable.
E3 2008: Sony reveals DC Universe Online
After an initial battle where the player fights alongside Superman against Braniac and Lex Luthor, the player can choose whether or not to walk down the path of righteousness and earn Superman and Batman’s respect, or become a villain and fight against them.
E3 2008: Capcom’s big announcement was … a movie
They didn't give us much, but it's something to look forward to. It's interesting that the most surprising announcement at one of the premiere video game conventions was the release of a movie.
E3 2008: The Agency stealths its way into our hearts
By all surprises, The Agency was one of the coolest and most unique games at the convention, when, as an optional first-person/third-person shooter, it shouldn’t be.
E3 2008: Bethesda’s E3 Fallout 3 trailer and screens
LOS ANGELES -- They knew a good deal when they saw one in 2004, when they bought "Fallout" from its failing creator, Interplay
After years of development, Bethesda Softworks, makers of the hugely success...
E3 2008: Oh no! — Nintendo fails to deliver
They have charm. They have talent. They have humor. The only thing Nintendo was missing at their E3 press conference this year was breaking news. Sorry Mario.
E3 2008: EA steps out of its comfort zone
LOS ANGELES - Blood and gore. Sci-fi fantasy. First-person shooter.
Electronic Arts?
E3 2008: Liveblogging the Sony press conference
Blast is liveblogging the Sony E3 press conference, so don't go anywhere!
The Sony setup at the Shrine Auditorium is very impressive. They have more than 60 big widescreen displays set up. They decided to ru...
Geometry Wars unleashed on Xbox Live Arcade
Activision Publishing and Microsoft have announced that the highly anticipated Geometry Wars: Retro Evolved 2 will be released for Xbox LIVE Arcade this summer.
E3 2008: id Software partnering with EA
LOS ANGELES -- In a landmark team-up, Electronic Arts will welcome the creator of the first person shooter, id Software, as its newest partner.
"It really is a good match for an indie studio like id, because...
E3 2008: Microsoft: Everything Else
Microsoft is to release a line-up of fresh twists on old classics and other new titles for the Xbox 360.
E3 2008: Square Enix gives release dates for last year’s line-up
“I saw with my own eyes that the Xbox continues to bring together players from around the world while constantly welcoming new friends into the gaming community,†said president of Square Enix, Yoichi Wada. “Since the launch of the Xbox 360, we the Square Enix Group have been building a strong partnership with Microsoft. Our aim is to provide a new generation of entertainment to the gaming community of Japan, North America and Europe.â€
A new face for the Xbox 360
Microsoft is introducing, for the first time, and entirely new interface for the Xbox 360, and are making some serious additions.
“[We are going to be] greeted by entirely new interface and dashboard,†said John Schappert, corporate Vice President of Xbox Live software and services. “[We are] creating a brand new Xbox through the magic of software.â€
Who needs a videostore when you have the updated 360?
Microsoft wants to prove that the Xbox 360 can last. In doing so, it is, intentionally or unintentionally, revolutionizing the console system. Starting this fall, the 360 is no longer just a machine for gaming. It is an entertainment system.
E3 2008: Microsoft’s Big Four
Microsoft's E3 2008 press conference was all about the games this year. Sure, they talked about the new 360 interface they have in the works, but there was no talk about price cuts or a wireless motion sensor or any of the topics that the Wall Street Journal had leaked ahead of time. Instead, Microsoft senior Vice President Don Mattrick spend his time talking about what games the XBox has in store for us. Here are their big four games they have slated for release.
E3 2008: Nintendo announces MotionPlus Wii accessory
LOS ANGELES -- Nintendo introduced a new Wii accessory aimed at accurate reflection of user motions in 3D space.
The Wii MotionPlus will attach to the back of WiiMotes. Combined with the accelerometer and th...
