Monthly Archives: January 2011

The end of DC Universe Online

So that’s me up there in DC Universe’s Smallville instance, where me and some famous NPC superheroes just finished taking out Doomsday. Pictured are, from left to right, Bizzarro, Orange Boots, Freezer Girl, Miss Chick (me), and Little-Headed Guy Who … Continue reading

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Daily Little Big Planet 2: but what about “No Russian”?

I’m not sure what to make of Jambo_X’s AC-130: Mission Alpha. My first reaction to this recreation of the famously evocative gunship sequence from Call of Duty: Modern Warfare was, “Oh, my…” It’s a bit unsettling to see Little Big … Continue reading

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Mindjack’s ingenious solution to boring singleplayer shooters

I kind of don’t want to post a screenshot for Mindjack, because it’s a godawful ugly game and you’re just going to assume it sucks. Look at screenshot. I could probably tell you that was from a PSP game and … Continue reading

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January 31, 2011: wallet threat level green

It’s all clear for your wallet this week. New releases include a couple of expensive maps for Call of Duty: Black Ops, a new downloadable Bionic Commando platformer, and a Sims 3 patio furniture add-on. That last bit is 100% … Continue reading

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Qt3 Movie Podcast: Buried

This is like one of those “Suzy fell down a well” movies, but with Ryan Reynolds instead of Suzy and a wooden coffin instead of a well. Also, with a political subtext. If you haven’t seen it yet, skip to … Continue reading

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History happens

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Daily Little Big Planet 2: a thousand deaths

I don’t make it any further than the above screenshot in Maniacolus’ lovely Little Big Planet level, The gnome cave. That’s because Maniacolus built it with limited lives. When I lose those, the level ends and I have to restart … Continue reading

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Get ready to storm another snowy base in Call of Duty

Can you feel the excitement in the air? That’s millions of Call of Duty players quivering in anticipation for the First Strike add-on that goes live next week. For only $129.99 USD, they’ll get two new maps. One of them … Continue reading

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Get to AI Wars’ good parts faster

AI War’s latest update is now live. If you’ve previously played this epic sci-fi RTS, prepare to re-learn it. With this update, nearly every combat ship in the game has been rebalanced in an effort to integrate all the new … Continue reading

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Microsoft: 1, Cheater’s Angry Mom: 0

  A Seattle Fox News affiliate thought they had a real “David and Goliath” human interest story when they recounted Microsoft’s cruelty to an autistic boy. It seems the boy was so good at games — think Dustin Hoffman counting … Continue reading

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Daily Little Big Planet 2: the dead shall waddle the earth

I’m so predictable. I couldn’t resist jumping into the first zombie-themed level I could find. Which wasn’t hard considering it’s prominently featured at the top of the recommended lists. It’s Dead Rising “mall of the dead” by RLCSAMS. You’re dropped … Continue reading

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12 things that need to be fixed in DC Universe Online

Hi, DC Universe Online! I mostly want to say, “Great job and keep doing what you’re doing!” What a fantastic variation on the MMO theme, not to mention the superhero theme. I like that you have more in common with … Continue reading

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Sony to drag handhelds into the next generation

Hey, look what Sony just announced! It’s got wifi, 3G network support, two analog sticks, a GPS system, two cameras, motion controls, a touchscreen on the back of the case, a built-in mic, and enough graphics power to run versions … Continue reading

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Qt3 Movie Club: Hard Eight

From the mind of Paul Thomas Anderson… In a world… where the day’s catch from gambling is all that matters… where hideous chuds have no problem landing smoking hot women… comes a criminal with a score to settle… Philip Baker … Continue reading

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Sign up for Quarter to Three’s 2011 Madden league!

If you’re into basketball (pictured), now is the time to sign up for Quarter to Three’s annual Madden league. If you’ve got a copy of Madden 11, you can check this thread for which teams are available. This epic thread … Continue reading

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