We've gotten our hands on some games at press events this week; framerates and other nagging issues are starting to shape up on the launch titles. What kind of impact will the console have this holiday season?

Have you preordered your $4500 Omega bundle yet? >>

We knew we'd hear the other side of this seedy story someday. Activision has filed countersuit against Spark, bringing their own brutal allegations to the table. The worst news for Spark is that Activision is clearly willing to go to the mat on this.

Whose side do you take? >>

With his poll numbers freefalling faster than Britney's career, Ahnold sides with opposition party members in signing a bill that would fine retailers for selling violent games to minors. No word on how they intend to enforce it.

At least they're doing it for the children! >>

Electronic Arts has agreed to pay $15.6 million to the husband of the infamous "EA Spouse" and others involved in the class action lawsuit filed against EA for overtime pay restrictions. Good for them, but how many developers out there still put in 80, 90, and 100 hour weeks to make games?

How much of it do you think went to the lawyers? >>

If you believe Piper Jaffray and their survey of 700 teenage kids, teens are losing interest in games. Of course, when's the last time you filled out a survey in a completely honest fashion?

What'd you say? I was in the middle of a game. >>

Worried about getting your DS online but don't have wireless access? Nintendo has just announced a USB wi-fi adapter for your PC that should help you get your DS connected.

Just in time for Mario Kart and Animal Crossing! >>

In the wake of so many sickening stories about scammers taking people's money for "hurricane relief," this particular con-job seems more mischievous than evil.

Would you lie, cheat, and steal for your child? >>