TNA Impact on Sony PS3 Review
Tuesday, November 18, 2008
Something a little different from me this week, taking a look at Midway Game's TNA Impact. Superb wrestling action on the Sony PS3 is a great way to spend a Sunday afternoon.
Product: TNA Impact (PS3)
Price: £44.99 (RRP) : £26.00 (average)
Supplied by: Midway Games
Contact: +44 (0) 191 482 8720
Geekanoids Gaming Reviews - forthcoming
Tuesday, September 23, 2008
Exciting news today, we have increased our readership so so much over the past year. This has lead to many requests for coverage of the gaming variety. So, it gives me great pleasure to announce that from the beginning of October you will be seeing a lot more game reviews. We also have some awesome gaming accessories too.To kick things off, we will be bringing you reviews of Tiger Woods PGA Tour 2009 (PS3), Gran Turismo 5 Prologue (PS3), Baja: Edge of Control (PS3) and the Logitech Driving Force GT steering wheel.
The most exciting product though, is the Raceroom Seat from PlaySeats. This awesome gaming seat is available in loads of different designs, classy black versions, thru to stunning white A1 GP or Takuma Sato version. They have fully adjustable steel frames and a unique folding mechanism so that they pack down to a nice compact size. Well will be kicking things off in style with an in-depth video review of the PlaySeat very soon.
Labels: Gaming, General News
Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix Review
Monday, August 27, 2007
I must admit to never really getting into the whole Harry Potter thing, yes, shame on me! For some strange reason, when EA released 'Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix' for the Sony PS3, I was drawn to it like a magnet and just had to take a look.Previous incarnations of the Harry Potter games seemed to lack something in the magic department, they just seemed to try and do too much magic. In this latest offering EA have nailed it right on the head, the atmosphere of the whole game is spot on, you really feel like you are right there with Harry and the gang in Hogwarts. This feeling is mainly due to the superb graphics and textures that are very detailed and accurate.
To keep the game moving along you have to complete over 30 tasks, learning spells along the way. You also unlock discovery points which in turn make your spells even more powerful. This allows you to unlock even more secrets and certainly kept my interest locked in. There are plenty of battles to be won, which have you twirling your wand, casting spells to defeat nasty kids and even the Dark Lord. During these spell casting battles, you will be impressed by the graphics, and the animation of Harry who reacts in some really cool ways to victory or defeat. Of course the main objective is to defeat your opponent, but paralyzing them is very effective.The PS3 adds some six-axis controller features, and although they don't seem that accurate, being able to wave your controller to wave Harry's wand is a nice touch. I do not think Sony's six-axis will ever be that accurate, so it was nice to see EA at least implement it in some way.
In summary, Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix is a nice rounded game. Interesting game play, different on-screen battles (rather than awful cut scenes), a nice control method and good sound. Above all, what really stands out is the atmosphere of the game. It really makes you feel part of it, and has you coming back for more. This is certainly one you won't put down until you have finished it.
Product: Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix
Price: £49.99
Street Price: £34.96
Supplied by: Electronic Arts
Contact: 0870 2432435
Untold Legends Dark Kingdom PS3 Review
Monday, July 23, 2007
We covered the US launch of the Sony PS3 some time ago now, it seems like ages since we brought you any PS3 coverage, so it was nice of Electronic Arts to send us 'Untold Legends: Dark Kingdom (ULDK)' to review.I have always wanted to get into Dungeons & Dragons (the board game) and really wanted to try World of Warcraft, but what stopped me was the dedication (and time) required to play. So, when this game touted itself as 'The Ultimate Next Gen Action RPG Experience' it caught my attention. Maybe, just maybe I could get my fix in a pick up and put down format. By that, I mean that I want to be able to grab a game, play it for half an hour, then be able to come back to it later.
ULDK gets off to a good start with some stunning graphics. Even the player select screen is stunning, with some great level of detail on the characters. At this stage the game introduces you to the storyline, and I was thinking "Oh no, this is going to be boring", but then you are thrown into the action, quickly taught some awesome moves and the blood is (literally) flying.
You work your way through battling various opponents, including some rather rabid creatures. Along your way, hacking and slashing through whatever gets in your way, you get items to pick up. Pieces of armor enhance your protection, as well as various spells and add-ons for your weapons. Your team that accompanies you help, but in what seems a very random way. Maybe, further in the game there are options to determine how you are helped in the harder battles, I certainly hope so.Each stage is completed with the obligatory 'boss', but in a way that does not break the fluidity of the whole story. This is very well done, and eases you into the game, by not making the first few bosses overly difficult. You can also save your progress at various points, so this game definitely fulfills my need of having something I could play in short sittings.
As well as the single player, there are also co-op and internet modes. Each of these modes play perfectly and add superb value to the gameplay. In summary, the graphics are excellent, the sound is awesome and the gameplay (although a little repetitive) is a joy, the perfect balance in fact between difficulty and enjoyment. I would certainly recommend ULDK to any gamer who wants to experience a magical action packed RPG, without having to spend hours and hours on dedicated gaming.
Product: Untold Legends: Dark Kingdom
Price: £49.99
Street Price: £39.99
Supplied by: Electronic Arts
Contact: 0870 2432435
Labels: Gaming
Burnout Paradise - coming Winter 07
Tuesday, June 26, 2007
Electronic Arts Inc., are bringing a revolutionary new Burnout™ videogame (currently in development) to the Playstation 3 and Xbox 360™ systems. Players will be able to take their dangerous driving experience to a whole new level when Burnout™ Paradise is unleashed this winter.Burnout Paradise proves that crashing is awesome! Next generation technology has enabled an unprecedented level of crash deformation allowing you to experience the most explosive pile-ups in the series’ history. Now the development team can realise their original vision for the Burnout franchise: an open world environment where you can do anything, anywhere, anytime!
“We have been working towards Burnout Paradise for quite some time. Next generation consoles have opened up a raft of new gameplay opportunities and the Criterion team has leapt at the chance to innovate and raise the bar to an all-new high,” said Pete Hawley, Executive Producer, Burnout Paradise. “There are going to be some big surprises and a lot of new features but the core of the game is still pure Burnout. Instant accessibility will be reinforced by innovative on-line capabilities which will see Burnout Paradise smash racing conventions.’’
Burnout Paradise will ship under the EA™ brand and is developed by EA’s Criterion Studio in Guildford, UK.
Labels: Gaming
Nintendo Wii Release Schedule
Thursday, March 08, 2007
I love my Nintendo Wii. Yes, I own an XBox 360 too and play a lot of games on it, but the Wii is brilliant fun. One thing it has done for me, is stopped me pre-ordering a PS3, which is the first time that I can remember not buying a console at launch, so Nintendo must have really captured my imagination. Anyway, here is the latest release schedule for Wii games from a Nintendo press release;- April 9 - Super Paper Mario - Nintendo
- April - Prince of Persia Rival Swords - Ubisoft
- April - Bust-A-Move Bash - Majesco
- April - Bioncle Heroes - Eidos
- May 15 - Mortal Kombat: Armageddon - Midway
- May 29 - Mario Party 8 - Nintendo
- May - Tamagotchi Party On - Namco Bandai
- May - Disney's Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End - Disney Interactive
- May - Escape from Bug Island - Eidos
- May - Spider-Man The Movie 3 - Activision
- June 11 - Big Brain Academy - Nintendo
- June 25 - Pokemon Battle Revolution - Nintendo
- June - Cosmic Family - Ubisoft
- Spring - Heatseeker - Codemasters
- Q2 - Legend of the Dragon - American Game Factory
- Summer - Shrek the Third - Activision
- Summer - Transformers the Game - Activision
Labels: Gaming
Nintendo DS does geopositioning with WiFi
Wednesday, March 07, 2007
A highly reliable source just sent in this image of a Nintendo DS using WiFi -- rather than GPS -- for geopositioning datavia Engadget read more | digg story
Labels: Gaming
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