Sony Playstation Move Event and Demo! See it in Action!
U Be the Critic was lucky enough to be invited to Sony’s media only event where they demonstrated the new Playstation Move. Several systems were set up in “living rooms” across Leon’s Roundhouse, and members of the press got to be some of the first people to try out Sony’s new move controller. Read more
NHL 11 EA Sports & EB Games Toronto Launch Party with Mike Komisarek
EA Sports, EB Games, and Sony Playstation all collaborated to continue the massive launch of EA Sports’ NHL 11. Vancouver’s EB Games had the Canucks’ own superstars, the Sedin twins signing autographs, while Toronto’s EB games had Leafs rugged defenseman Mike Komisarek. Read more
Playstation 3 To Get 3D Blu-ray playback!
At a press event held yesterday, Sony CEO Howard Stringer announced that the software update that grants the PS3 with 3D Blu-ray playback capabilities is being pushed back from September to October. Stringer also announced that there would be 3D bundles including Alice in Wonderland 3D and Michael Jackson’s This Is It: 3D Enhanced Edition. The Green Hornet and Spiderman 3D titles are also due to come out on 3D sometime in the next year, after their theatrical releases. Read more
Metroid: Other M Preview
Samus Aran, protagonist of Nintendo’s Metroid™ series, is already known as one of the most iconic heroines in video game history. Now, with the launch of Metroid™: Other M for the Wii™ system today, players are about to discover more about this enigmatic bounty hunter than ever before. Combining crisp action, immersive graphics and multifaceted controls, this latest entry in the legendary Metroid franchise marks a return to classic form that will captivate fans and newcomers alike. Read more
NHL 11 Release / Launch: Taylor Hall, Nazem Kadri & More in the Rookie Challenge!
Today was the media only launch of EA Sports’ NHL 11. The launch featured a “Rookie Challenge”. NHL rookies Taylor Hall, Nazem Kadri, Tyler Seguin and more squared off in a massive tournament to demonstrate that they are just as skilled at video game hockey as they are on the ice. NHL 11 is the highly anticipated 2010 – 2011 edition of EA Sport’s popular NHL franchise. NHL has always provided top of the line graphics, simulation style game play, incredible controls, and the best overall hockey video game experience. Read more
Marvel vs Capcom 3 Is Coming Out!
When I was a kid, my favorite arcade game was X-Men Chldren of the Atom. I used to spend hours in the arcade mastering Wolverine’s combos. As a 10 year old, nothing was more satisfying than ripping a sentinel apart with Wolverine’s claws. Read more
New Prices for Nintendo DS Family!
Nintendo is dropping the suggested retail price of its Nintendo DSi™ and Nintendo DSi XL™ video game systems. Effective Sept. 12, the new suggested retail price of the Nintendo DSi system will be $149.99, while the new suggested retail price for the Nintendo DSi XL system will be $169.99. The Nintendo DS family of video game systems is the best-selling in the history of North America and worldwide. The new prices offer consumers tremendous value for their money while providing access to the best portable video game experiences possible. Read more
New Controller for Playing Games on the iPhone / iPod touch!
Credit: icontrolpad
Do you use your iPhone or iPod touch to play games? Many people do. I remember struggling to play games on the iPhone due to the annoying touch screen interface. The graphics were awesome, and the gameplay was also great, but as a hardcore gamer, I was deterred from playing games on the iPhone. All of the great work by the developers was sacrificed because of the sketchy control scheme. Read more
Tekken 6 (PS3) Review
I first played Tekken at a coffee shop near my school when I was 12 years old. I instantly became addicted. The cutting edge 3D graphics, the simple controls, and the endless combos had me ditching class to stay and play. Fast forward 15 years. Namco has already released 6 Tekkens. The game is still an arcade smash hit, and sells millions across the platforms. How can you improve what is already one of the best fighters ever? Simple. Add characters, a crazy storyline, and adventure modes. Read more
Hot Shots Tennis: Get a Grip (PSP) Review
PlayStation Portable (PSP) has always been about fun on the go. You can bring it anywhere with you, it fits in your pocket, and you have access to a ton of awesome games. After all of the big tennis matches in Toronto ended this week, I was craving a good tennis match. My prayers have been answered. I recently received Sony’s newest tennis title, Hot Shots Tennis GET A GRIP! The fun begins when you see the cover. It features a couple of anime characters having a blast on the tennis court. I’ve never played a Hot Shots game before, but from what I hear, they are all about the game play, style and unlockable content. This game truly has it all. It is a casual take on an old classic, the great game of tennis. Read more
