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Games I’m Looking Forward To This Week

2011-07-17T18:40:46Z

New week and I am ready for it! I have tons of demos and stuff that I need to play and I likely won’t get through them all but I certainly will make time for a few new games this week.

LIMBO is releasing this week on PSN and Steam. This game was previously released on XBLA last year but within a years span, I have turned on my 360 all of two times. So whichever platform I go for, I think I will have fun!

LIMBO

Whats different about this next game is that yes, it is a PS3 exclusive title BUT it is exclusive to PlayStation Home meaning no downloads from the PlayStation Store. Unfortunately, I did not get to play this game during E3 in the E3 Home space but I have heard people say lots of good things about it. Just check out the video below.

Scribble Shooter

No Thanks Netflix

2011-07-13T04:57:10Z

While I enjoy your service, I don’t believe the 60% increase in my subscription is worth it. Of course you can always change my mind by matching your streaming content availability to that of your DVD. You know, the portion of your business that was priced as a two-dollar add-on but in the greater good to give consumers choice, it is now $7.99.

In Sept something is going to get canceled. Either my very active dvd plan, or my very active streaming plan. Maybe both. Thank you movie studios. /rant

Interesting Vid On European And US Broadband

2011-07-08T04:33:57Z

Engadget posted an article a few days ago concerning the cost of broadband in European countries, their infrastructure and how it compares to the US. I found it interesting so check out the video below and follow up with a read on Engadget.

So My DB Got Pwned

2011-02-25T14:08:06Z

A rogue query made it out to wreak havoc by utilizing all hosting resources. This caused the Database Gods to intervene. They thought they killed me, but I return in this epic sequel, more triumphant than ever for I am you and you are me, we are one.

We are the beginning.
We are chaos.
We are the end.
We are…
Tirminyl

PS3 XMB Tutorials

2010-11-02T03:51:28Z

So it appears that Sony is looking at putting tutorials on the XMB. My first response is “duh.” I am not exactly sure how it has taken someone this long to think of something like this. My first inclination of them doing something like this was with the PlayStation Move controller. At a friends house, when I updated their firmware and hooked up my move controller, I was taken to a little guide that told me how to control the xmb with the move controller. I thought that was a great way to inform people who don’t visit forums, in how they can use the controller.

Another thing that I have longed for was for short video clips after updating the firmware, or a short picture/text presentation of the new features. Sony has a lot of real estate to inform their customers and are only just now realizing it. I hope they too realize that we would like XMB customization options, such as hiding or deleting applications we don’t use from the XMB or just better organization in general.

Joystiq

Video: The PlayStation MoveMen

2010-09-18T16:11:28Z

Well, this is a little creepy. I get a Daft Punk sensation when watching the video but can’t help to think they look like a giant pleasuring device. Yes, I will be buying one.

Video: Google VS Google Instant

2010-09-09T00:54:05Z

Honestly, I think this was just Lifehacker’s excuse to use the Double Rainbow song. Either way, the song is awesome and Google Instant is awesome. I certainly can’t wait til they make it native in Chrome.

Google Instant Shortcuts
Tab/Right arrow = selects the first suggestion
Up/Down arrow = selects a suggestion from the list
Right arrow while selecting a suggestion = I’m feeling lucky
Enter or Esc = ignore the suggestions and find the results for your query

I Know I Am Not Suppose To Exist…

2010-08-30T04:38:59Z

but I am going to write a book saying I do:

Thanks Douche!

Video: Sonic & Knuckles 3D

2010-08-26T04:19:39Z

Now this is cool:

Developers and Publishers Want To Double Dip Sales

2010-08-26T04:13:18Z

Of course you have heard about the increasing interest in using one time online authentication codes for new copies of games sold while selling additional keys, for online access, to used game owners? Right. I have no problem with that. If you want to restrict used game owners from online functions of a game, go at it, but don’t tell me that by purchasing a game used I am equivalent to a pirate and that used games are cheating you.

Cory Ledesma was quoted by CVG saying: “We hope people understand that when the game’s bought used we get cheated.” Really? Really? How exactly are you being cheated? Person A purchased 1 copy of your game. Person A sells it to a friend and Person B purchases that game. That is still 1 copy of a game and 1 person playing that game. Person A no longer plays that game, therefore, the transaction is transparent to you. What is the mathematical formula that takes me selling my game to equal two copies?

Do you really have that much of a problem with GameStop that you choose not to fix it and continue to work with them? Are you saying we have no right to sell the product we purchased? Are you going to just ignore your outdated business model and force everyone else to pay, pun intended? Do you honestly believe that your game is worth the price you are asking? Is the DLC milking train not netting you enough?

So many questions and not enough answers. If you want people to purchase new over used, then provide a superior product and continued service to new customers. Take their product authentication and net them discounts on sequels, DLC, or other items. Give them boosts, double points, or extra cash for multiplayer titles. Give them first access to Beta’s! Look at MAG. Own the game and get access to the beta. You want me to keep my disc, and you want me to buy new, provide outstanding and ongoing service for you product!

I can go on and on and I am sure many can argue against me but these are just my thoughts.