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Easy Piano bringing keys to the DS Lite in 'early 2010'
engadget.com — We've got a sneaking suspicion that the DS Lite will be old ancient news by the time Easy Piano hit the market, but those who've learned to be content in life (and have somehow managed to resist the urge to snap up a DSi in place of their older ... (more) Easy Piano bringing keys to the DS Lite in 'early 2010'
In Depth: The truth about videogame addiction
techradar.com — Have you ever succumbed to temptation and had "just one more go?" Do you find yourself playing games and then later realising you had other things you should have been doing? Like sleeping, to take an example entirely at random… Almost all gamers will have tasted that peculiar guilty feeling ... (more) In Depth: The truth about videogame addiction
Halo 3 ODST Motorcyle Helmet Perfect For Headshot Protection [Xbox 360]
kotaku.com — While our cats have been enjoying the comfort of Halo helmets for years now, the human market is sadly underserved. At least one human will be well protected, thanks to this Halo 3 ODST motorcycle... (more) Halo 3 ODST Motorcyle Helmet Perfect For Headshot ...
Tales Of Vesperia Is Wii Bound?! [Namco Bandai]
kotaku.com — Popular Japanese voice actor Rikiya Koyama appears to have leaked the news that Namco Bandai role-playing-game Tales of Vesperia is Wii-bound. Ooops! On his official blog, the actor writes, "Tales... (more) Tales Of Vesperia Is Wii Bound?! [Namco Bandai]
Don’t forget to see Fedor knock out Rogers, both of EA Sports MMA, tonight
crunchgear.com — Consider this a friendly reminder. Tonight at 9pm ET on CBS (in the U.S.; I’m sure there will be plenty of streams, though, which you can find on your own) two of the big stars from EA’s upcoming EA Sports MMA video game will hit each other very hard. Fedor Emelianenko , the ... (more) Don’t forget to see Fedor knock out Rogers, both of EA ...
Doom game creator suggests Apple embarrassed about iPhone gaming
appleinsider.com — John Carmack, creator of the classic PC game Doom, described working with Apple as a "rollercoaster ride," and suggested that company executives are not happy about the popularity of gaming on the iPhone and iPod touch. (more) Doom game creator suggests Apple embarrassed about ...
OpenOfficeMouse Is An 18 Button Freak, But I Want It [Mouse]
gizmodo.com — 18 programmable buttons. E-I-G-H-T-E-E-N! Forget the 512k of flash memory, analog Xbox 360-style joystick, basic scroll wheel and whatever-else-is-in-there. 18 buttons! Yes, I'm a button lover. Yes, I just had an orgasm. And yes, I will waste $75 on ... (more) OpenOfficeMouse Is An 18 Button Freak, But I Want It [Mouse]
Microsoft demos transparent, touchless interface
electronista.com — Microsoft chief research officer Craig Mundie as part of his college tour this week demonstrated a unique concept for a future computing interface that would in many cases go without any touch input. Although it would support pens for precise input, ... (more) Microsoft demos transparent, touchless interface
Porsche Boxster Spyder Will be Lightest Vehicle in Lineup
techeblog.com — At 2811-pounds, the Porsche Boxster Spyder ($61,200) will be the lightest vehicle in the company's 2011 lineup. Its beauty isn't just skin deep, due to the "3.4-liter six-cylinder engine putting out 320 horses." Look for the official debut at the ... (more) Porsche Boxster Spyder Will be Lightest Vehicle in Lineup
changing Thenewno2
chicagotribune.com — There was a bit of disconnect between the sleepy debut album by Dhani Harrison's band Thenewno2, "You are Here" (Vagrant), and the galvanizing performance the band put on in August at Lollapalooza in Grant Park . The album was slow-moving and ... (more) changing Thenewno2
Sega: Bayonettademo
Create a full MIDI Drumset with Guitar Hero and Rock Band Drums
jordanbalagot.com — Here is a demonstration of using both the Guitar Hero World Tour Drums for Wii and the Rock Band Drums for Wii to create a full MIDI Drumset: Camille, the programmer of OSCulator, got his program working with the Velocity-sensitive Guitar Hero ... (more) Create a full MIDI Drumset with Guitar Hero and Rock ...
Carmack: Working With Apple Is a Rollercoaster Ride
kotaku.com — John Carmack has a long history working with Apple on gaming products, not all of it positive. "My relationship with Apple has been long standing, but it's a rollercoaster ride," he told Kotaku. "I'll be invited up on stage for a keynote one month ... (more) Carmack: Working With Apple Is a Rollercoaster Ride
You are not worthy of the 18-button OpenOfficeMouse (and it has an analog stick)
crunchgear.com — You may recall our incredulity when SteelSeries announced their 15-button MMO Mouse . Not one to be passed by, Razer shortly thereafter came out with the 17-button Naga , which we’ll be reviewing soon. But unknown to them, a small team was ... (more) You are not worthy of the 18-button OpenOfficeMouse (and ...
8-bit Wedding Invitation – Geekstir
geekstir.com — I suddenly feel like firing up my Atari 2600. (more) 8-bit Wedding Invitation – Geekstir
Online Retailers Refusing To Sell Modern Warfare 2 [Retail]
kotaku.com — Major online retailer Direct2Drive have announced today that the year's biggest game - Modern Warfare 2 - won't be made available on their PC digital delivery service. Why? Because of rival platform... (more) Online Retailers Refusing To Sell Modern Warfare 2 [Retail]
Survey: Xbox 360 low on kids' holiday wish lists
blog.seattlepi.com — This holiday season, more kids want a new Nintendo DSi, Sony PlayStation 3 or Nintendo Wii than want a Microsoft Xbox 360, according to a survey by Game Crazy. (more) Survey: Xbox 360 low on kids' holiday wish lists
DSi LL is too big for its own box art
nintendo.joystiq.com — The box design for the Japanese DSi LL has shown up on Amazon.co.jp, and, as usual, it is classy and fairly minimalist, featuring little more than a picture of the hardware on a white background. We're childish enough to be amused by the fact ... (more) DSi LL is too big for its own box art
Anybody Wanna Buy A Halo 3 Mongoose? [Halo]
kotaku.com — For sale: 1x Halo 3 Mongoose. One previous owner, excellent condition. 4WD, air conditioning, jungle camouflage. No battle damage, full service history. $9000 ono. The Mongoose is actually a... (more) Anybody Wanna Buy A Halo 3 Mongoose? [Halo]
The Multi
openofficemouse.com — 18 programmable mouse buttons with double-click functionality Three different button modes: Key, Keypress, and Macro Analog Xbox 360-style joystick with optional 4, 8, and 16-key command modes Clickable scroll wheel 512k of flash memory 63 on-mouse ... (more) The Multi
shaped USB announced
t3.com — Home News The Beatles Apple-shaped USB Announced The Beatles Apple-shaped USB announced Posted by Khidr Suleman on Wed 4 Nov 2009 All you need is... data storage, apparently What with the recent success of The Beatles Rock Band , the infamous foursome ... (more) shaped USB announced
Netflix shipping out PS3 instant streaming discs!
engadget.com — It's been a long wait for PS3 users, who had to look on in envy as their Xbox 360 counterparts kicked back and started streaming Netflix as of July last year. Well, the wait is finally over, as PS3 instant streaming discs are being sent out to ... (more) Netflix shipping out PS3 instant streaming discs!
Carmack: Working With Apple Is a Rollercoaster Ride [IPhone]
kotaku.com — John Carmack has a long history working with Apple on gaming products, not all of it positive. "My relationship with Apple has been long standing, but it's a rollercoaster ride," he told Kotaku.... (more) Carmack: Working With Apple Is a Rollercoaster Ride [IPhone]
Netflix Instantly Streaming Disc for PlayStation 3 (video)
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Netflix Instantly Streaming Disc for PlayStation 3 (video)
youtube.com — (NOTE: If there's any stuttering in the video, it's not netflix or the PS3, but my Junky TV Tuner I'm using to record. I don't think I got any stuttering, ho... (more) Netflix Instantly Streaming Disc for PlayStation 3 (video)
First Screenshots Of The Old Republic's Imperial Agent News Item
incgamers.com — BioWare has revealed the next class for forthcoming MMO Star Wars: The Old Republic - the Imperial Agent. The Imperial Agent is the sixth class announced for the game, and the third for the Empire, joining Bounty Hunters and Sith Warriors. The other ... (more) First Screenshots Of The Old Republic's Imperial Agent ...
iPhone Games Caught Stealing Phone Numbers? [Legal]
iPhone Games Caught Stealing Phone Numbers? [Legal]
kotaku.com — The fact the iPhone is a veritable wild west for developers can often be a good thing. Then again, when shadier outfits start releasing shadier apps, it can also be a bad thing. Take iPhone game... (more) iPhone Games Caught Stealing Phone Numbers? [Legal]
Buy this real-life Halo Mongoose
Buy this real-life Halo Mongoose
xbox.joystiq.com — Boy, we've seen a lot of real-life custom Halo vehicles lately. First there was a tiny, completely huggable Warthog , then a full-size Warthog and now we've got a working, custom Mongoose. The vehicle was spotted on Craigslist and, according to ... (more) Buy this real-life Halo Mongoose
Nintendo: There Is No Wii HD [Nintendo]
Nintendo: There Is No Wii HD [Nintendo]
kotaku.com — Speaking on GameTrailers TV, Nintendo of America's Reggie Fils-Aime has, with a smile and some stern words, crushed into tiny, tiny pieces the prospect of a HD revision of the Wii. Chatting with... (more) Nintendo: There Is No Wii HD [Nintendo]
Nintendo Talks About Its (Possible) HD Future [Nintendo]
Nintendo Talks About Its (Possible) HD Future [Nintendo]
kotaku.com — When will Nintendo join us in enjoying the clarity of high-definition? While it's had impressive, money-printing success with the Wii, twice as powerful as any GameCube, it's going to have to step... (more) Nintendo Talks About Its (Possible) HD Future [Nintendo]
Activision: Improvement In Consumer Experience Will Outweigh Modern Warfare 2 PC Complaints [Activision]
Activision: Improvement In Consumer Experience Will Outweigh Modern Warfare 2 PC Complaints ...
kotaku.com — On an earnings call today, Activision president Mike Griffith said his company is "not overly concerned" about gamer complaints regarding the lack of support for dedicated servers in the PC version... (more) Activision: Improvement In Consumer Experience Will ...
The Incredibly Bizarre Kane & Lynch 2 Teaser [Rumor]
The Incredibly Bizarre Kane & Lynch 2 Teaser [Rumor]
kotaku.com — It might be the least graphically impressive video game trailer we've ever seen, clearly by design. It might also be the first teaser for Eidos' sequel to Kane & Lynch: Dead Men. A sequel is... (more) The Incredibly Bizarre Kane & Lynch 2 Teaser [Rumor]
Yahoo: NES, Dreamcast Best Toys Of All Time [Lists]
Yahoo: NES, Dreamcast Best Toys Of All Time [Lists]
kotaku.com — That time of year when parents have to invest in the newest hot toy for Christmas is at hand. Too bad not many of these Best Toys of All Time are still hot. From classic scooters and teddy bears to... (more) Yahoo: NES, Dreamcast Best Toys Of All Time [Lists]
Modern Warfare 2 PC Multiplayer Capped at 9v9, Says Infinity Ward
Modern Warfare 2 PC Multiplayer Capped at 9v9, Says Infinity Ward
maximumpc.com — When it rains, it pours. And for a game that was – a mere few weeks ago – a sure bet for nearly ever gamer on the face of the planet, the storm’s only getting bigger. See, if you’re used to the deafening chaos of Modern Warfare 1’s 32-man ... (more) Modern Warfare 2 PC Multiplayer Capped at 9v9, Says ...
Stardock's Impulse Service Refuses To Sell Modern Warfare 2, As Does Gamersgate
ve3d.ign.com — Nov 05, 2009 at 6:41 PM - - 29 Comments Following our story about Direct2Drive refusing to sell Modern Warfare 2 because of forced Steam integration, I contacted Stardock to get their opinion, and to see whether their Impulse service would be ... (more) Stardock's Impulse Service Refuses To Sell Modern ...
No Doubt kick up stink over Band Hero avatar
techradar.com — American rockers No Doubt have taken offence to Activision using their likeness in the company's new Band Hero game and are suing for breach of contract. The band, fronted by Gwen Stefani, had signed on the dotted line for Activision to use its music ... (more) No Doubt kick up stink over Band Hero avatar
GuitarHero: Games
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The Perfect Lego NES Only Plays Bricked Tetris [Lego]
The Perfect Lego NES Only Plays Bricked Tetris [Lego]
gizmodo.com — This full scale Lego NES reproduction is exactly like the original, complete with video and audio connectors, gamepads with flexible cables made out of solid pieces, pushable buttons, and a working front-loading mechanism to insert the included ... (more) The Perfect Lego NES Only Plays Bricked Tetris [Lego]
Netflix instant streaming demoed on PlayStation 3 (video)
engadget.com — Aw, suki suki now! Those Netflix instant streaming discs that started floating out to anxious PS3 owners yesterday are obviously splashing down, with YouTube user (and avid Engadget reader) otimus posting up a stellar walkthrough showing everything ... (more) Netflix instant streaming demoed on PlayStation 3 (video)
Gametrailers TV with Geoff Keighley
gametrailers.com — X GT is now Facebook Connect enabled, which means you can use your existing Facebook login and information to register for GameTrailers in just one click. Just click on the facebook icon to get started. Login Username: Password: Keep me signed in on ... (more) Gametrailers TV with Geoff Keighley
Aliens vs Predator video game preview
Aliens vs Predator video game preview
linkive.com — Aliens, predators, face-huggers and unluckly marines return in Sega's new sc-fi horror title set for release next year. (more) Aliens vs Predator video game preview
PS3 coffee table makes gaming the centerpiece of your living room
PS3 coffee table makes gaming the centerpiece of your living room
dvice.com — How much do you love your Playstation 3? Enough to decorate your whole living room around it? If so, Stephane Perruchon has a coffee table for you. The table is glass topped, with the base made up of two gigantic PS3 controllers. It'll make your ... (more) PS3 coffee table makes gaming the centerpiece of your ...
The PS3 Coffee Table [Conceptual Desk]
The PS3 Coffee Table [Conceptual Desk]
hardwaresphere.com — Ever wanted to see or have a coffee table made exclusively for your gaming needs? Well, Stephane Perruchon has it in a form of a conceptual desk design and it’s pretty a geeky coffee table. Featuring dual PS3 wireless controllers shaped legs as the coffee table legs, the surface ... (more) The PS3 Coffee Table [Conceptual Desk]
EA CEO Sees Digital Future
edge-online.com — EA CEO John Riccitiello has said that the strength of digital sales is currently offsetting a challenging retail environment, and that he expects the digital sector to dominate the market in years to come. read more (more) EA CEO Sees Digital Future
Direct2Drive Tussles With Valve By Declining To Sell Steamworks
Direct2Drive Tussles With Valve By Declining To Sell Steamworks
gamasutra.com — IGN-owned digital game distributor Direct2Drive ">announced today it's refusing to sell Activision's Call of Duty: Modern Warfare on PC, protesting the game's integration with Valve's Steamworks. "We don't believe games should force the user to ... (more) Direct2Drive Tussles With Valve By Declining To Sell ...
Dedicated servers and Rage - news you probably don't want to hear
weblogs.variety.com — id Software might want to brace for some rage over “Rage”. John Carmack, co-founder and technical wizard of the developer, says the company doesn’t plan to support dedicated servers for the multiplayer component of “Rage,” id’s upcoming new action ... (more) Dedicated servers and Rage - news you probably don't ...
Brian May's Lego hair demands
Brian May's Lego hair demands
uk.news.yahoo.com — (BANG) - Skip related content Brian May demanded his hair was modelled perfectly for his 'Lego Rock Band' likeness. The Queen guitarist has been immortalised, along with the rest of his group, in the game as a Lego character, but said he insisted the ... (more) Brian May's Lego hair demands
News: May made LEGO: RB hair demands
eurogamer.net — Queen guitarist happy now, though. Queen guitarist Brian May required his famous perm be replicated perfectly before he signed away his likeness for LEGO Rock Band.  ... (more) News: May made LEGO: RB hair demands
Hell returns as id Software’s John Carmack builds Doom Classic for the iPhone
Hell returns as id Software’s John Carmack builds Doom Classic for the iPhone
venturebeat.com — John Carmack is the programming wiz at id Software , the Mesquite, Texas-based company that pioneered the first-person shooter game genre that has generated billions of dollars in the game industry since 1993. Now Carmack has returned to the game ... (more) Hell returns as id Software’s John Carmack builds Doom ...
Game Boy Enters The National Toy Hall Of Fame [Hall Of Fame]
Game Boy Enters The National Toy Hall Of Fame [Hall Of Fame]
kotaku.com — It's time to celebrate chunky black and green portable gaming, as the Nintendo Game Boy becomes the second video game platform to be inducted into the National Toy Hall of Fame. The Strong Museum of... (more) Game Boy Enters The National Toy Hall Of Fame [Hall Of Fame]
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