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G-Phoria Winners Are Announced!Posted by Jonathan Hunt - Thursday, August 07, 2008 6:05 PM
G-Phoria is over and we've got the winners! The past twelve months have been unprecedented in terms of quality games coming out for home consoles. Halo 3 narrowly topped the competition and won Game of the Year in the closest vote in G-Phoria history. Check under the cut for the full list of winners from G-Phoria 2008.
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Daily Wrap Up 8.7.08Posted by Stephen Johnson - Thursday, August 07, 2008 6:01 PM
Here's what went on today in the world of videogames, popular culture and technology!
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The MMO Report: Thursday, August 7thPosted by Patrick Roche-Sowa - Thursday, August 07, 2008 5:01 PM
Ladies and gentlemen, we've reached a milestone in the history of internet; The MMO Report has been online for a full year. Yes, it's time to celebrate 52 weeks of the greatest internet MMO news show on the planet. Pop a bottle of bubbly, break out the good crystal, and turn on the disco ball. As a gift to you, our loyal viewers, we've allowed an audience to appreicate Casey's genius in person. Not only do we think it enhances your viewing pleasure, but we're going to let you decided whether they stay or go. Let us know what you think about the studio audience in the comments section, and we'll take your opinions into consideration for future episodes. But it's still our show, so don't expect us to listen THAT much. So let's get this party started right. You know how we do. This is... The MMO Report.
Send us birthday wishes at TheMMOReport@g4tv.com Discuss this week's episode and all things MMO in our forums
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EA Makes Games For DummiesPosted by Stephen Johnson - Thursday, August 07, 2008 4:41 PM
We have a rule that we never read any books that call us stupid in their titles, but apparently, many people don't share our high-self-esteem. The ...For Dummies series of books have sold hundreds of thousands of copies since they launched. Now, EA is making a series of videogames based on the books. Um, yay? Through an easy to navigate interface, the For Dummies titles teach players the skills to master a variety of activities, from Poker and Solitaire to brain training and Sudoku. The first of these casual PC games (Poker for Dummies) is available now, and the rest are rolling out over the coming months. In November 2008, casual gamers will be able to learn, practice and play on the go when EA launches Travel Games For Dummies for the Nintendo DS. Travel Games For Dummies will feature tutorials and game play for: Solitaire, Sudoku and crossword puzzles, all in one game.
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New 'Spectrobes: Beyond the Portals' WebisodesPosted by Jeffrey Kanjanapangka - Thursday, August 07, 2008 4:17 PM
In these latest webisodes for Disney Interactive's Nintendo DS Action-RPG, Spectrobes: Beyond the Portals, we join Rallen and Jeena on their quest to find the source of the chaos in their universe. Expect the game to jump to your DS October 14th. Spectrobes: Beyond the Portals Webisode 7 - The Krawl
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Warners Blames Music Games For LossPosted by Stephen Johnson - Thursday, August 07, 2008 4:13 PM
Warner Music is doing poorly financially; the company reported that their losses were $9 million in the three months ending in June. No surprise--it's just too easy to get music for free these days--but what is surprising is one of the causes Warner cited. They say music games like Rock Band and Guitar Hero just aren't paying them enough. "There is what I would call a very paltry licensing fee per song," said Edgar Bronfman Jr., the chairman and chief executive who owns a 6.5 percent stake in Warner Music. "I think the industry as a whole needs to take a very different look at this business and participate more fully and in a much more partnership way," he said. "And if that does not become the case, as far as Warner Music is concerned, we will not license to those games." Woah... a shot across the bow! But if I were a game maker, I'd respond with: "Look, bucko, there wasn't any licensing fees for music games a few years ago, so you should be happy with what you get!" Okay, I probably wouldn't say "bucko." Forbes: Warner Music narrows loss in 3Q
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Exclusive Interview: Jonathan Blow, 'Braid' CreatorPosted by Stephen Johnson - Thursday, August 07, 2008 3:43 PM
Hey, 360 owners, have you downloaded Braid from Xbox Live Arcade yet? You really should; the game just came out yesterday, and not only is it racking up a series of glowing reviews, it's also the perfect antidote to derivative big-budget titles that collapse under their own weight. Seriously, if some part of you is a little sick of playing another dark, dreary, shooter or dungeon crawler, Braid might be the tonic you're looking for. In place of same-old same-old, this truly original platformer employs unique gameplay mechanics, allusions to classic platformers of the past, clever puzzles and painterly visuals to give you a gaming experience like nothing you've had before. Have we raved enough to convince you? We contacted the game's creator, Jonathan Blow, and talked shop about Braid, indie games, and the state of the industry. Check out Braid in action...
...then click the cut for the interview.
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New 'TNA Impact!' Screens, Kevin Nash Jumps Into the FrayPosted by Jeffrey Kanjanapangka - Thursday, August 07, 2008 3:16 PM
Got some new screens of wrestler Kevin Nash who joins the TNA iMPACT! wrestling fray. You can mix it up when the game releases on September 2nd for the PS2, PS3, Wii and Xbox 360. Click the image below for the TNA iMPACT! image gallery
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Sega's Concerns About SonicPosted by John Manalang - Thursday, August 07, 2008 3:10 PM
Sega of America VP Sean Ratcliffe is very much aware that Sonic hasn't been looking so slick lately. The hedgehog's last next-gen run with Sonic the Hedgehog wasn't received so well by critics and gamers, as it was plagued with clunky camera angles and controls. "Some of that criticism is probably warranted," said Ratcliffe in an interview with GameDaily. He added that with the Sonic franchise dating way back during the Genesis days, his team needs to put a "disproportionate amount of effort" in future titles in order to bring back its glory. Ratcliffe mentions Sonic Team's new project, Sonic Unleashed (screenshot above), will allow them to "truly deliver the Sonic experience" to players. But (and this puzzles us) Ratcliffe said that his team is adding an "innovative twist" by slowing (?!) him down to turn into a "Werehog".
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New 'Bionic Commando: Rearmed' Behind the Scenes Episode 3 VideoPosted by Jeffrey Kanjanapangka - Thursday, August 07, 2008 2:18 PM
Bionic Commando Rearmed developer Grin, shows us new features and development stories in their 3rd behind the scenes video. The enhanced-remake platformer will be available August 13th (XBLA) and August 14th (PSN) with the PC version still TBA. Bionic Commando Rearmed Behind-the-Scenes Episode 3
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'Madden NFL 09 All-Play' Producer InterviewPosted by Jonathan Hunt - Thursday, August 07, 2008 1:39 PM
The NFL preseason has officially kicked off, and you know what that means. The new version of Madden can't be far behind. In addition to the 20th Anniversary Edition being released on the 360 and PS3, EA has produced a special version for those of you who are Wii-inclined. Wiinclined? Who knows. Madden NFL 09 All-Play introduces a new, more casual control scheme so that people who generally don't play football games will be enticed into giving the gridiron a try. Producer Damian Zerr from EA took some time out of his day to share some of the cool features and options that can be found in Madden NFL 09 All-Play for the Nintendo Wii. The title will be released on August 12th, 2008.
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Playstation 'Home' Closed Beta AppPosted by John Manalang - Thursday, August 07, 2008 1:37 PM
Athough we may not know when it's actually arriving, Sony announced today that they will be expanding the Home closed beta test until the end of this month. So if you're interested in applying, just download the PS3 Home theme available Playstation.blog: Want into the PlayStation Home Closed Beta test? Here’s How to Apply
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New 'Mushroom Men' Behind the Scenes, AudioPosted by Jeffrey Kanjanapangka - Thursday, August 07, 2008 1:26 PM
Eccentric Audiophile/Designer Matt Peirsall and musician Les Claypool from the band Primus show us what it takes to create the music and sounds for Mushroom Men for the Nintendo Wii and DS. The DS version (Mushroom Men: Rise of the Fungi) drops October 14th followed by the Wii version (Mushroom Men: The Spore Wars) on November 11th. Mushroom Men - Making of the Audio - Video
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'Monster Madness: Grave Danger' Producer InterviewPosted by Jonathan Hunt - Thursday, August 07, 2008 1:10 PM
Southpeak Games has ported the horror classic Monster Madness: Battle For Suburbia to PlayStation 3 as Monster Madness: Grave Danger and will be boasting some incredible new features. Producer Daniel Ford found the time to talk to us about the exciting new features in Monster Madness: Grave Danger. The game is was released on August 5th, 2008.
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New 'Too Human' Ice Forest Trailer/ScreensPosted by Jeffrey Kanjanapangka - Thursday, August 07, 2008 1:01 PM
Journey into Too Human's unforgiving Ice Forest where Dark Elves and Goblins make their home... and the next step you take could be your last. This cybernetic-Norse-mythology adventure is exclusively on the Xbox 360 and will ship August 19th. Check out the image gallery here or watch the trailer below. Check out the
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'Soulcalibur IV': Two Million ShippedPosted by John Manalang - Thursday, August 07, 2008 12:55 PM
Two million souls have burned already. No, not because of the rapture, but Namco Bandai announced today that Soulcalibur IV has already shipped two million units worldwide since its July 29 launch. Namco Bandai's latest installment on their weapon-based 3D fighter series is packed with new fighters, including special appearances from the Star Wars universe: Yoda on the Xbox 360 and Darth Vader on the PS3. Although the two can't clash lightsabers on one platform, online play still kicks ass (void when lagging). Soulcalibur IV was developed by Namco Bandai's internal development group, Project Soul. Check out the video review after the cut.
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New 'Manga Fighter' ScreensPosted by Jeffrey Kanjanapangka - Thursday, August 07, 2008 12:40 PM
The popular, casual, MMO third-person shooter Manga Fighter from OnNet has been recently upgraded with new features including: more xp, faster respawn times and more. (Sounds familiar...) With the announcement OnSet has included these new screens as well for you Manga Fighter fans. Click the image below for the Manga Fighter image gallery
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New 'Damnation' TrailerPosted by Jeffrey Kanjanapangka - Thursday, August 07, 2008 12:31 PM
Codemasters welcomes you to the gritty world of Damnation, their post civil war shooter for the PC, PS3, and Xbox 360. Be damned November 3rd. Check out the
 
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version of the Too Human Ice Forest Trailer here.
version of the Damnation Trailer here.