September 2007 Archives

Holy Super Secret Sony Statements Batman

Here's a dead horse we just can't stop beating. More rumors of a price drop. This one's got some legs to it though. GamePro France says that Sony's planning a big announcement in October. "Indeed, it seems that the dated October 12, 2007 one was chosen by Sony to make... [More]

10 Great Games to Play Besides Halo 3

Alright, non-Halo fans, (all 5 of you) looking for some great, non-halo games to play this year. Lucky for you, Games Radar has got your back. Here's their top 10 games that aren't Halo 3. I found their description of Ratchet and Clank somewhat familiar. "you can expect nothing but... [More]

PS Store Update: Sept 27, 2007

It's like Christmas every week, only you don't get what you ask for, most of the time. Here's what Santa Sony and developer elves brought this week. We have two great PS3 demos this week: • Clive Barker’s Jericho • NBA 2K8 We also have a couple more add-ons. The... [More]

Metal Gear Solid 4 Demo Coming for Real!

After the last debacle we had over this, I refuse to believe any more talk of an MGS demo unless it comes from the head honchos themselves. And the head honchos have spoken! "All I can say is that as of tomorrow we're going to start working on the English... [More]

Kazuo Hirai Outlines Plans for Playstation Business at Tokyo Game Show 2007 Keynote Speech

At Tokyo Game Show 2007 recently, Kazuo Hirai, President and Group CEO, Sony Computer Entertainment. (SCEI), made a keynote speech that demonstrated the strength and new plans of the PlayStation business. Further Expansion of the PlayStation2 business In the 8th year from launch, PlayStation 2 still sees steady demands particularly... [More]

PS3 Helps Folding@home Become the First Distributed Computing Network to Reach the Petaflop Milestone

Gamers Help Scientists Speed Up Their Research and Find Cures for Diseases Including Alzheimer's, Parkinson's and Cancer Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. (SCEI) has announced that PLAYSTATION3 (PS3) computer entertainment systems, part of Stanford University's Folding@home program, have enabled the distributed computing project to reach a petaflop, a milestone never before... [More]

DUALSHOCK3 Wireless Controller with Rumble Feature to be Introduced for Playstation3

Sony has announced that it would release DUALSHOCK3 Wireless Controller, a new controller for PLAYSTATION3 (PS3) incorporating a rumble feature, in Japan in November as a separately sold accessory. It inherits the basic design and functionality of the popular PlayStation controller, while keeping the high-precision, high response motion sensitive six-axis... [More]

DUALSHOCK3 Wireless Controller with Rumble Feature to be Introduced for Playstation3

Sony has announced that it would release DUALSHOCK3 Wireless Controller, a new controller for PLAYSTATION3 (PS3) incorporating a rumble feature, in Japan in November as a separately sold accessory. It inherits the basic design and functionality of the popular PlayStation controller, while keeping the high-precision, high response motion sensitive six-axis... [More]

2K Sports Announces NBA 2K8 Soundtrack to Showcase an Array of Eclectic Music Offerings

Soundtrack to Feature Run-DMC, Devo, Stone Roses and Exclusive J Dilla Collaborations with Common, Q-Tip, Talib Kweli and Madlib 2K Sports has announced that NBA 2K8 will feature original and exclusive tracks from the late legendary producer J Dilla (aka Jay Dee) with Common, Q-Tip, Talib Kweli and Madlib providing... [More]

PS2: Hot Wheels: Beat That! Zooms to Retail Stores NationwideHot Wheels: Beat That! Zooms to Retail Stores Nationwide

Time to hop into the driver's seat with Hot Wheels: Beat That!, now available from Activision. Players will utilize a blazing combination of precision driving skills and breakneck speed to defeat all opponents in the ultimate racing experience. With 30 authentic Hot Wheels cars and 12 unique racing environments, players... [More]

PS2: DanceDanceRevolution SuperNOVA2 Spins into Stores

New Gameplay Modes Join Enhanced Online and EyeToy Camera Support to Deliver the Most Complete DanceDanceRevolution Game Ever Now Available for the PlayStation2 Computer Entertainment System in Stores Nationwide Konami has announced DanceDanceRevolution SuperNOVA2 (DDR SuperNOVA2) for the PlayStation2 computer entertainment system has shipped to retail outlets nationwide. This highly... [More]

The Sex Pistols Re-Record 'Anarchy in the U.K.' for Guitar Hero III: Legends of Rock

Famous for Kick Starting a Musical and Cultural Revolution, Original Members of The Sex Pistols Enter the Studio for the First Time in 30 Years Activision has announced that Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees The Sex Pistols, who famously turned down the award, recently returned to the studio... [More]

Games of October

Okay, here's the run-down on how we do things here. We're only going to mention games that we know are good or games that sound interesting. That means no sports games. Why? Cause we at Gameflavor do not like the sun or exercise. (Unless said sun or exercise has something... [More]

World Series of Poker 2008: Battle for the Bracelets Ships to Stores

Raise the ante! World Series of Poker 2008: Battle for the Bracelets has shipped to retailers nationwide from Activision. The game features Phil "The Poker Brat" Hellmuth Jr. -- owner of a world record eleven WSOP bracelets -- in a special "Beat The Brat" Heads-Up mode and thrusts players deep... [More]

PS2: Konami Kids Playground Series Now Available in Stores

Konami Hops Into Education With Interactive Mat Gameplay and a Variety of Mini-Games for Kids Ages 2-5 Konami Digital Entertainment, Inc. today announced that Konami Kids Playground for the PlayStation 2 computer entertainment system is now available in retail stores nationwide. Featuring a collection of fun and active games and... [More]

Shockaxis: More than a Dual Shock 3

Despite what Sony said about the gameflavor-dubbed shockaxis, that it was merely a dualshock 2 controller with sixaxis functionality, Equity Groups is reporting that Sony (*gasp*) lied to us. "This doesn't appear to be the case, though, as several sources, including 1Up, have put their hands on the new controller... [More]

Naruto coming to the PS3

More great news for Naruto fans. Gamer's creed says Shonenjump just revealed "Naruto: PS3 Project". The good news is that this game seems to be a PS3 exclusive. The bad news is that it won't hit till next year. Hopefully these first two screen shots will last you until then.... [More]

Sony's Game Plan

Sony has outlined a plan to rescue the PlayStation 3 (PS3) from [gates of] oblivion. At least, that's how Gamerblorge put it. (more or less. I added the "gates of" part as an homage to Elder Scrolls) So what's the plan? It's to "improve communications with publishers, so that they... [More]

Hirai: I Think About PS3 Pricing Everyday . Looking to Acquire More Devs

It's nice to know that Sony enthusiasts aren't the only one worried about the price. Hirai said to Reuters "I think about PS3 pricing every single day. It is that important a factor ... But I am not planning any immediate pricing action now," Keyword there being now. Which is... [More]

GT5 Prologue: The Most Expensive "Demo" Ever!

Sony must have some HUGE ***** for releasing a GT5 demo for$40 Granted, this isn't your average demo. There'll be 40 cars, 5 tracks and online play, which makes it a little more along the lines of a full game. Still, maybe GT die-hards are willing to pay that much.... [More]

Home Beta Coming Later This Year

If you cried a few tears after hearing about Home's delay, don't worry. Sony's got your back. In a Gamespot interview Harrison let the cat out of the bag. "Talking about Home, the executive said as far as he was concerned, the release delay meant nothing had changed. He said,... [More]

It's "the Eye of JUDGMENT", one E.

What a fool I've been. All this time I've been calling it judgement when it was judgment. (despite being spelled both ways, my spell check says I'm wrong. Nothing new there. After that extremely important bit of information, the blog informs us of what we really wanted to know. Price... [More]

Playstation Store Update: September 20th 2007

Loco Roco is here. Finally, the game can be played the way it was meant to be played, sixaxis style. However, at $7.00, it's about twice the price Europe pays. (I think. I'll check up on that) Here's what else is up • Skate • NBA 08 • Sega Rally... [More]

Tokyo Game Show: PlayStation Home Delayed 'til Spring 08

The free Second Life-esque service known as PlayStation home has been delayed until Spring of next year. No specific reason was given for the delay but there have been reports that it has been behind development schedule. The beta is still on for this fall/winter so if you just have... [More]

Kaz Harai Confirms DualShock 3 for the PlayStation 3

At his keynote speech at the Tokyo Game Show, Kaz Harai confirmed the existance of a rumble enabled controller for the PlayStation 3 aptly titled "DualShock 3". The controller looks no different than normal but now your controller will shake, rattle, and roll while you're emptying clips of bullets into... [More]

Metal Gear Solid 4 Demo coming!!......Sometime soon we hope.

Dry those eyes MGS fans (or get ready to shed some, whichever way you float) 1up has learned that Kojima production plans on putting the TGS demo on PSN. No clue as to when, but here's to hoping it's soon. Update: It's not happening. It was all just wishful thinking.... [More]

Sony Acquires Evolution Studios & New Motorstorm Next Year

Motorstorm lovers rejoice. Not only is Evolution Studios now officially part of Sony (along with pursuit Force dev, Bigbig Studio) But there's another Motorstorm planning to be released next year. Hopefully the next edition will have more tracks than the last.... [More]

New MGS4 Trailer Hot off the.....TV?

Thanks to Gametrailers.com for posting the video. PS3 fanboy has the translation.... [More]

Famitsu: PS3-Saving Game to be Announced at TGS

There has not been this much talk of an FF7 remake since E3 2005! This one's coming straight from Famitsu. "A third party game that will save the PlayStation 3 in Japan is to be announced tomorrow." There's one little interesting tidbit on this one. " the Square Enix-developed project... [More]

Sixaxis? No, this is the Shockaxis

For anyone who has purchased a PS3 and felt like something was missing, IGN may have stumbled upon something you have been waiting for. While playing the PS3 version of EA's Burnout Paradise, they noticed a shaking sensation while driving. Then they looked down and lo and behold, there was... [More]

Sony America Appoints New Vice President of Product Marketing

Scott A. Steinberg, Digital Entertainment and Industry Veteran, Joins SCEA Management Team Sony Computer Entertainment America (SCEA) has announced the appointment of 20-year industry veteran Scott A. Steinberg to the newly-created role of Vice President, Product Marketing, SCEA. Steinberg will report to Peter Dille, Senior Vice President, Marketing and PlayStation... [More]

DFC Intelligence Forecasts Video Game Market to Reach $47 Billion by 2009

According to a series of new reports from DFC Intelligence the worldwide video game and interactive entertainment industry is expected to grow from about $33 billion in 2006 to as much as $47 billion in 2009. This forecast includes revenue from video game hardware and software, dedicated portable system hardware... [More]

Rumor: FFVII: Endless Crisis, Kingdom Hearts for PS3 at TGS

The closer we get to Tokyo Game Show, the more rumors pop up. This one includes an FF7 game. (notice the "an" and not "the") Perhaps another FF7 spin-off that no one asked for? Maybe if we all ask for more spin-offs, Square-Enix will finally remake FF7. Here's what S.E.... [More]

PS2: Growlanser Heritage of War

Hey PS3 owners, while waiting for Ratchet and Clank to come out, why not go out and pick up Growlanser? I've heard good things about this series but haven't actually played it. (I'm sure Atlus will throw a review build our way. Then we'll tell you how awesome it is.)... [More]

GT's Top 10 Most Anticipated games of TGS

TGS is almost here. Check to see if your favorite game made the top 10.... [More]

EA Trax Drafts Best of Old & New School for NBA LIVE 08 Soundtrack

Top International Artists Include Joss Stone, Timbaland, Stephen Marley, Eve, and The Hives produced by Pharrell Williams EA today unveiled the music track listing for NBA LIVE 08 set to release October 2, 2007. Long considered the industry's most influential launching pad for innovative new music, this year's soundtrack features... [More]

Tweens and Teens Reveal Their Holiday Video Game Wish Lists

Guitar Hero, Mario Party DS, Super Mario Galaxy, My Sims and Halo 3 Among Most-Wanted Games for 8-17 Year-Olds; Nintendo Wii and Sony PS3 Among Most-Coveted Game Systems Video games and game systems will continue to be hot holiday gifts this year, with more than 80 percent of tweens and... [More]

Eternal Sonata Bonus Features Detailed

PS3 fans, Eternal Sonata is right around the corner! (by 'around the corner' I mean next year. Although that's infinitely sooner than when FF13 will get here) IGN got the scoop about some interesting bonus features. "While looking pretty close to the Xbox 360 original, the PS3 version of Eternal... [More]

Free Online RPG Coming to PS3

Are you a PS3 owner, dying to get your hands on an MMO but don't want to spend an outrageous amount of money buying the game and paying the subscription? Well, Q (the guys who brought you Lumines) has got your back. "Released for the PC in December of last... [More]

Rumor: Final Fantasy Melody XIII for PS3 to be revealed at TGS 2007

Another one? This makes it the 4th FF13 title that's currently in development! Hey, Square-Enix (If that's your real name) why don't you try finishing the games you're currently working on. Or, better yet, get with the FF7 remake you're always tempting us with! Here's the lowdown: A Korean site... [More]

Sony's TGS Goodies and surprises

I don't like podcasts too much. Never been a fan. But this week's 1up podcast has some awesome info on what Sony will be showing at TGS. I'll break it down for you, so you won't have to listen to it. (I spoil you too much) Dualshock 3 unveiling. (PS3)... [More]

EA'S FIFA Soccer 08 Music Soundtrack Sets the Stage for International Soccer Glory

EA will kick off the new international soccer season with the incredible FIFA Soccer 08 soundtrack -- one of its largest soundtracks ever with 50 artists representing 27 countries. Set to launch in 16 languages and 37 nations, EA SPORTS FIFA Soccer 08 creates a soccer experience that matches the... [More]

EA and Best Buy Want You to Feel the Gridiron at The EA Sports Madden NFL 08 Challenges

Electronic Arts today announced the start of the EA SPORTS Madden NFL 08 Challenge series presented by Best Buy, one of the nation's leading gaming retailers. In its sixth year, the Madden Challenge series has proven to be the ultimate competition for EA SPORTS Madden fans. The new season officially... [More]

PS3 Download Service coming sometime between now and the end of time

You'd think that the PS3, being the multimedia device that it is, would launch with great games and great media to download. Depending on who you ask, Sony either only got it half right or none at all. I figured there were one of two reasons why there weren't movies... [More]

The Long Haul

Sony had it right? Who would've guessed? Well, Lucas DeWoody guessed. A biased source? Maybe, but an interesting article nonetheless. Here's a highlight. "The transition to HD won’t be the massive “all-at-once” explosion we saw with DVD. People needed DVD in 2000. They don’t need Blu-Ray yet in 2007. DVD’s... [More]

PSN Store Update: September 13, 2007

Today's update was a biggie. If Sony can keep delivering content like this on a weekly basis, I'm gonna need to upgrade my HDD. New downloadable games: • PixelJunk Racers ($6.99) - A single and multi-player slot car racing game, with 32 modes, 10 tracks and online rankings. • High... [More]

New site features and recent events at GameFlavor

We've seen plenty of activity recently here at GameFlavor, what with a number of new features including the new fan blogging feature on PSP World and DS Village, and our very own new GameFlavor TV presence on YouTube featured here (look out for our video sharing feature coming soon)! We're... [More]

GameFlavor Looking For Writer

As the GameFlavor Network, which includes PSP World, PS3 Informer, Wiiland, and Xboxist, continues to grow and expand, we have found ourselves in need of some extra hands to help with the workload. So we are putting out a call for a volunteer writer/editor for all sites in the network.... [More]

Sharpen Your Skates! NHL 08 Ships to Retailers

Franchise Continues to Raise the Bar With Gameplay Innovation, Authenticity to the Sport and an Unsurpassed Level of Depth Electronic Arts announced that the NHL 08 videogame ships to retailers today in North America. EA SPORTS continues to lead the charge in the next gen era with advancements in AI... [More]

Logitech Unveils Bluetooth-Enabled Headset and Keyboard Designed for PS3

Logitech Cordless Vantage Headset, Cordless MediaBoard Pro Keyboard Give Gamers Freedom and Reliability Logitech today announced its continued support of the PLAYSTATION3 (PS3) computer entertainment system with the Logitech Cordless Vantage Headset for PLAYSTATION 3 and Logitech Cordless MediaBoard Pro Bluetooth Keyboard for PLAYSTATION 3 - giving gamers the freedom... [More]

Heavenly Sword Delivers the Perfect Blend of Cinema and Intense Action on PS3

New Action-Adventure Title Provides Unique Gaming Experience with Epic Combat, Stunning Graphics and an Emotional Storyline Sony Computer Entertainment America Inc. (SCEA) announced today the North American release of Heavenly Sword, available exclusively for PLAYSTATION3 (PS3). Developed by Ninja Theory Ltd., Heavenly Sword is an emotional roller coaster that invites... [More]

PS3 Firmware 1.93 Now Available

It's out now folks. Apart from fixing some networking issues from 1.92, there's no significant changes. If you haven't got network access to download it, then you can still save it on flash memory and upload it to your PS3 directly. Source: [Kotaku & PS3Fanboy]... [More]

The Japanese Software Chart This Week

Another Century's Episode 3 has taken the top spot for this week's Japanese software sales chart, with only a few new titles breaking into the top ten. Namely, "Grand Theft Auto: Liberty City Stories and Kidou Gekidan Haro Ichiza Gundam Mahjong + Z— proving Gundam + Nintendo DS + mahjong... [More]

Need for Speed ProStreet Interview

Over at IGN Australia, they have a pretty good interview with Andrew Hahn, Producer on Need for Speed ProStreet. We learn about how street racing is taken to the international level in the game, how they're mirroring the changes in the actual street racing culture, and new features in car... [More]

Playstation Still Larging it Among the Uber Cool

This is an interesting one. What price do you pay for brand pre-eminence? The Wii is certainly dominating the console race with sales by far outstripping the PS3, but according a recent survey of 2000 members of the UK public, PlayStation still maintains the coveted spot among the uber cool... [More]

3D For Ridge Racer 7

Namco are currently testing a 3D version of Ridge Racer 7 at their Wonderpark HeroesBase in Kawasaki city. The NHK developed 3D system called, "Xpol" processes two separate images for each eye by mergin the scanning on a LCD TV. Anyone in the area better hurry as the free testing... [More]

Monster Madness Creeping its Way to PS3

The less than thrilling Monster Madness, is now creeping towards the PS3. After infecting Xbox 360 owners with its insipid brand of gameplay mayhem, let's hope that the promised improvements will do the trick for the PS3 faithful. With a North American release set for early 2008, the game promises... [More]

GameStop Looking After Grandma

Speaking to the New York Times yesterday, Daniel DeMatteo, vice chairman and COO of GameStop believes that casual gamers are playing an increasingly important role in the video game market today. “There is a real breadth of properties now appealing to a much broader audience than we’ve seen before,” Mr.... [More]

Beautiful Katamari Now Finally Multi-Platform

After much rumblings and to'ing and fro'ing, Bandai Namco have finally seemed to confirm bringing Beautiful Katamari to 'all' next generation machines [via Kotaku]. Their official US site lists the title as both for the PS3 and the Wii. Previously, the official statement was just for both the Xbox 360... [More]

Eternal Sonata coming to PS3 Spring 08

PS3 owners. Feeling down that the 360 has more RPGs than the PS3? Well, Namco Bandai has got your back. Kotaku pointed out that the Namco Bandai site states that Eternal Sonata is coming to the PS3 on some undetermined day in the future. Now go dry those tears and... [More]

New Releases This Week!

Some kick ass games are scheduled for release this week. Most notably is the arrival of Heavenly Sword for the PS3, as this means good news for PS3 owners, what with the recent release of Warhawk on the platform as well. Here's the full list: PS3: * Heavenly Sword *... [More]

$400 PS3 with Spiderman 3 Coming in the Fall?

I wish I had mole like the one Ars Technia has. This one is reporting on plenty of goodies which include. * 80GB PlayStation 3: $499.99 * 40GB PlayStation 3: $399.99 * Spider-Man 3 Blu-ray movie pack in with one, or both * PlayStation 2: $99.99 Analysts were predicting a... [More]

Star Ocean 4 coming for the PS3

It's not the Final Fantasy 7 remake we wanted (seriously, Square Enix should really jump on that bandwagon. You can only play FF1-6 so many times before you get vertigo) but it's an RPG and an awesome one at that. Famitsu has the details, so if you can read Japanese,... [More]

US PS3 Backwards Compatibility Check Now Available

Those of us in the States can now have the reassuring pleasure of individually checking each PS2 title and search for its compatibility. Ooh so hi-tech. Yes we may scoff, but then it works. Search is great, but why didn't they roll it out to the rest of us in... [More]

Devil May Cry 4: Kobayashi Interview

Over at EuroGamer theres a nice interview with Devil May Cry 4 rproducer Hiroyuki Kobayashi. In which he muses on character development, PS3 and Xbox differences, new cinematics and just how damn hard DMC3 was to play. Enjoy! Devil May Cry 4 is due out in March 2008 on Xbox... [More]

PS3. Games Machine or Super PC? Sony Sort it out Man

While Kaz Hirai may have finally conceded that the PS3 was actually, wait for it peeps, "a games machines", Square Enix boss Yoichi Wada still feels Sony's inconsistent marketing strategy is detrimental to the future of Sony's flagship console. "Sony first unveiled the PS3 as a mighty home electronics product.... [More]

Activision Reveals Epic Soundtrack for Tony Hawk's Proving Ground

MCA of the Beastie Boys Also Unveiled as a Secret Character This October, Activision, is bringing the sounds of skate culture to life like never before in Tony Hawk’s Proving Ground -- the deepest, most customizable skateboarding game ever. Featuring over 50 tracks including “The Pretender,” the first single from... [More]

Konami Announces New MGS4 Details at German Games Show

New Beauty and the Beast Theme Unveiled for Hideo Kojima's Highly Anticipated Title for the PLAYSTATION 3 System Konami Digital Entertainment, recently unveiled key new information regarding its forthcoming Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots video game for the PLAYSTATION3 computer entertainment system at the 2007 Games Convention... [More]

Let's Stop The Terminator

Judge Terminates Anti-Video Game Law, but Governor Schwarzenegger Wants It Back After Federal Judge Ronald Whyte, declared California's Anti-Video Game Bill, AB1179, unconstitutional as it would have regulated video games, Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger now will appeal the ruling and wants the law back. He is completely disregarding the Constitution,... [More]

Warhawk Review

In what was supposed to be a remake of a flight game using a sixaxis controller and HD graphics, Warhawk has come a very long way since it’s reintroduction at E3 2005. First unveiled as a remake to the semi-popular PS1 title, the single player version was scrapped because it... [More]