benleslie5's GameSpot Friend's Blog Posts benleslie5's GameSpot Friend's Blog Posts benleslie5's GameSpot Friend's Blog Posts en-us Copyright (c)1995-2013 CBS Interactive. All rights reserved. http://www.gamespot.com 20 Thu, 23 May 2013 04:09:09 -0700 GameSpot benleslie5's GameSpot Friend's Blog Posts http://img.gamespot.com/gamespot/shared/promos/misc/gs_logo.gif http://www.gamespot.com 135 40 Thu, 23 May 2013 00:41:56 -0700 david_lck writes: Top 10 PS3 Exclusives http://www.gamespot.com/users/david_lck/show_blog_entry.php?topic_id=m-100-26024504 The PS3 is one well rounded console that has seen the introduction of various exclusives, some brilliantly executed productions that put many an action film to shame, a cel-shaded strategy game that is as gorgeous as it is fun to play, to a broken mess of a game that failed to live up to its enormous hype (Lair is that game). Now we get that not everyone will agree with our choices, which has some omissions that may surprise you, and trust us, deciding upon the finalized list was an arduous task in itself. 

Note: This article was also written by tjsmoke63rigbybot127 which was initially posted on Leet Gamers Asia

With that out of the way, here is the list:

10. Resistance: Fall of Man (tjsmoke63)

When the PS3 launched in 2006, it didnt exactly have a host of stand-out titles. One of them, however, that did stand out was a sci-fi first person shooter from Insomniac Games, who had previously been best known for their action platformers Spyro and the Ratchet and Clank series. Resistance: Fall of Man follows the exploits of Nathan Hale through an alternate history 1951 where the Earth has been invaded by a hostile alien species known as the Chimera. Hale makes his way through Britain, battling a variety of enemies while on foot and in vehicles (an early tank section stands out, and was one of the more fun missions in the game). Hale has at his disposal a wide array of weaponry with which to tackle the alien menace. In addition to your typical pistols and assault rifles, Insomniac, much as they did with the Ratchet and Clank series, also gives you some very creative pieces to take out your foe.

The Chimera are relentless as they are diverse

The Auger was one such weapon, whose primary attack is a rapid fire but the bullets burrow through walls and emerge with a greater strength, and the secondary attack creates a shield that blocks enemy fire, but allows you to shoot the enemy. With these weapons and documents you can find throughout the gameworld, Insomniac created a fresh alternative to your military shooters, and created a story that was both deep and rewarding. The game did well enough to spawn sequels. Resistance 2 hit consoles in 2008, Resistance: Retribution came out in the same year for the PSP, Resistance 3 hit consoles in 2011, and Resistance: Burning Skies released on the Playstation Vita. But none quite matched the first game, which still remains one of the best shooters to grace Sonys console.

9. Heavy Rain (tjsmoke63)

In 2010, developers Quantic Dream, the studio behind the PS2 game Indigo Prophecy (known as Fahrenheit in Europe) released a game that was very different from anything else on the consoles. More interactive drama than a standard game, Heavy Rain placed players in the shoes of four different characters in pursuit of the Origami Killer, a child murderer who leaves origami figures at the scene of the crime. The characters  include Ethan Mars, a man who has suffered tragedy and whose son is being held captive by the killer, Madison Paige, an investigative journalist, FBI profiler Norman Jayden, who has at his disposal a pair of high tech glasses that enable him to find clues, and Scott Shelby, a world weary private investigator looking into the case.

 Heavy Rains story puts many games to shame

The game was unique in that there was never a Game Over screen. Instead, if your character died or simply failed a challenge, the story continued on, taking into account the players actions and adjusting the story accordingly. It gave the game an immense amount of replayability and multiple endings (one count puts the number of endings around twenty), meaning each player had a unique experience while going through the game. Some players disliked the reliance on Quick Time Events (QTEs) but for this game they worked well. Also, conversation choices were given, and you had a limited amount of time to make your choice, which in turn reflected on how other characters in the game would react to you. It was a very intense experience that many gamers and critics embraced, and remains one of the most unique entries in the PS3 library.

8. Ratchet & Clank: A Crack in Time (rigbybot127)

The latest installment in the beloved Ratchet & Clank series of platformers (not countng All 4 One, and Full Frontal Assault) sees the separation of the titular duo, a continuation of the plot element introduced at the end of Tools of Destruction, and throughout the entirety of Quest For Booty (though you dont have to play that one, as its $15 for 4 hours, and the beginning of ACiT sums it up nicely). Ratchet must embark on the single most dramatic journey in the series, as he races to rescue Clank from Dr. Nefarious, before he destroys the universe by using The Great Clock, of which Clank and his helper, Sigmund are the current keepers of; all while Ratchet learns of his race, the Lombaxes, from one of his fathers best chums, Allister Azimuth, who may know more about the Lombaxes than he lets on. It ties in great with Tools of Destruction, as well as directly explains things that put the events of said game in motion.

With its Pixar esque graphics, its a sight to behold

If not for the amazingly epic story, then definitely get it for the near-flawless platforming/shooting gameplay, and awesome set-pieces and battlefields, as well as some interesting new time puzzles on Clanks levels; this game of which contains the most Clank sections in the series history. They are fun and challenging, but arent very large in quantities, unless you wanna go for the bonus Gold Bolt ones, but your mind will probably be reduced to mush before you finish all those.

7. LittleBigPlanet 2 (rigbybot127)

This is as wet as a creative persons dream can get. LittleBigPlanet 2 unleashes what is (quite literally) hundreds of games worth of assets at you, to assure that you and up to 3 buddies can have all the fun platforming in beautifully creative user-created worlds, but with all these assets, you dont have to stop there! You have the ability to create racing games, fighting games, tower defense games, first-person shooters, and much more, all for what is now a $20 dollar price tag (along with however much you spend on the games seemingly endless amount of downloadable skins, featuring the likes of The Muppets, Sonic the Hedgehog, Assassins Creed, Uncharted, Metal Gear Solid, which comes with a special paintball gun, and basically any other intellectual property you can imagine; the DLC for the original is also compatible, which means even MORE to choose from).

Multiplayer games are chaotically fun and a great ice-breaker

6. God of War III (tjsmoke63)

God of War III was the final chapter in the story of Kratos, finishing off the tale begun by Santa Monica Studio on the PS2. By this entry Kratos, the Greek warrior betrayed by the Gods, has reignited the Great War, and the game begins with Kratos storming Mount Olympus with the aid of the Titans. All does not go well, as Kratos is betrayed once again, this time by Gaia. The spirit of Athena appears once more to guide him, this time in search of the Flame of Olympus and Pandoras Box. Featuring plenty of characters and creatures from Greek mythology, the gameplay once again employed the brutal hack and slash found in the previous entries. Combos could be made using Kratos main weapon, the Blades of Exile, and the use of a secondary weapon, among them the Claws of Hades, the Nemean Cestus (a pair of fist gauntlets), and the Nemesis Whip.

One word to sum up the GOW series; epic

As before, unlocking chests released orbs that replenished both health and magic, as well as Gorgon Eyes, which upgraded health, Phoenix Feathers, which upgraded magic, and new to the series, Minotaur Horns, which upgraded items. In addition to combat, that game featured puzzles to solve and plenty of platforming sections. The story is a well written tale of vengeance, and is bolstered by strong voice acting and some jaw dropping visuals. The game remains of the best action adventure titles on the PS3, and offered a satisfying end to Kratos story, though Sony an Santa Monica Studio dont appear to be done with the character, as several prequels have been released. For those wishing to indulge in a fair amount of carnage this is the game to play.

5. Valkyria Chronicles (david)

A small nation overcomes all odds and emerges triumphant. War has never been forgiving and Valkyria Chronicles is filled with moments of sheer tragedy, personal loss that shakes the very foundations, and blooming romance that will tear at your heartstrings. Amidst the cookie cutter shooters and adventure games that has violence in spades, Valkyria Chronicles not only stands out for its beautifully crafted cel-shaded graphics but also for its unique and challenging gameplay. Like the Fire Emblem games which involve a lot of tactical planning and careful consideration before making a move, the sheer sense of accomplishment when you clear some of the latter stages is second to none. Which units do you deploy, who should make a quick dash through enemy lines, how to best thin out the enemys relentless assault? These are just some of the questions that players will ask themselves. And in a battle for supremacy  that can be shifted in one favor with one false move, the stakes are high in what is arguably the definite strategy game in PS3s long list of must-have titles.

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Selvaria, a deeply troubled antagonist

4. Journey (rigbybot127)

Journey is not a game in any traditional sense. Sure there are collectibles, and you move your character like one moves a character in a third-person game, but Journey eschews the normal video game format of quests, attacking, and health, as well as the ability to die at all; for a rich, gorgeous atmosphere, with beautiful lighting techniques utilized, (as you can see from the above screenshot, has the best sand in gaming) coupled with a rewarding narrative, that doesnt rely on heavy exposition or any dialogue whatsoever, and instead allows you and a completely random stranger to look past superficial details, simply make little chirping sounds to signal your new friend over, and create a real emotional connection with one another, as well as memories that will last forever, with a person youll never see again, all on that mighty trek towards the omnipresent mountaintop.

A sight to behold

3. Ni No Kuni (david)

As far as JRPGs go, many havent been as good as they used to. Marred with dated mechanics that fail to recapture the excitement of progressing through a story, playing it too safe with predictable gameplay and relying on past successes simply isnt cutting it. Ni No Kuni with its strikingly beautiful animations is a game that is very much alive and a genuine throwback to JRPGs of old. With characters in which you genuinely care for, it sets itself apart by going back to basics, making exploration and leveling up fun again. Familiars, companions that you can serenade and recruit to your team after beating them, is a neat addition. Much like the addictive nature of Pokemon, there is much satisfaction to be gained when one manages to serenade a familiar. Varied in design and personality, each encounter with them calls for different strategies and weaknesses to exploit. With over a hundred of familiars to collect and train, one can easily spent countless hours just wandering around the mass landscape completing errands as well as hunting for that elusive familiar. This is one game you wouldnt want to miss.

This truly is a beautifully crated game

2. Uncharted 2: Among Thieves (rigbybot127)

The full proverb is No Honor Among Thieves, which is certainly the case in Nathan Drakes second outing, and in most minds, his best. His first game showed a lot of potential, which was unfortunately not ceased due to clunky shooting controls and screen-tearing. Uncharted 2 takes its potential, and runs it up a very large hill, and has perfect framerate and zero screen-tearing, making it one of the most technically perfect console games ever made. Uncharted 2 pays homage to a lot of action-packed Hollywood movies (most notably the Indiana Jones series), and plays like a 12-hour movie, with all the action, romance, twists and turns you would expect from such; but the pacing is perfect, never gets stale, making it a joyride to play long after the credits roll.

A well crated adventure game, that doesnt let up

1. Metal Gear Solid 4 (david)

Storytelling in games, ranges from the downright bizarre (go ahead and Google Seaman, dont say we didnt warn you) to one that leaves you on an emotionally charged roller coaster ride and never lets up. Metal Gear Solid 4 is that game. With precision and fluidity coexisting effortlessly, the narrative is at its strongest in Metal Gear Solid 4. You see Snake isnt the same man; diagnosed with accelerated aging, he is wrinkled, nurses his stiff joints and is looking a lot worse for the wear. Although some cutscenes in the Metal Gear Solid series may be overly long, viewing them in its entirety is integral if one is to fully soak in the epic narrative. And in a game that has them in spades, each cutscene blends in seamlessly with smart gameplay that lets you tackle a stage in numerous ways. Do you take the stealthy route and pick off enemies one by one or go in guns blazing, shooting the living daylights of anyone who gets in your path? The choices you make and overcoming them on the harder difficulties is extremely rewarding as it is fun.  The fact that it debuted 5 years ago and yet remains at the very top of the list, is testament to just how great this game is. And if by some means you havent played it yet, we strongly urge you to give it a go.

Solid Snake

 

Snake truly has seen better days

Standout moment: The fight between Vamp and Raiden, is choreographed to perfection. Once a pushover and a big pet peeve of MGS2, Raiden is not only more composed but also a much bigger badass.

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Wed, 22 May 2013 23:10:27 -0700 iowastate writes: Can Holden Hold on? http://www.gamespot.com/users/iowastate/show_blog_entry.php?topic_id=m-100-26024493

With the news that Ford Australia is closing shop after 85 years because they now

feel that their business is no longer sustainable.

Holden is the only producer of automobiles left, will they now be in better shape?

After all they do have a history of fantastic trucks, utes and cars.

not to mention the absolute best advert of all time.

http://youtu.be/s4Ic3RqPIJo

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Wed, 22 May 2013 22:26:05 -0700 mufujifi writes: Is there really nothing else to talk about...? http://www.gamespot.com/users/mufujifi/show_blog_entry.php?topic_id=m-100-26024482 Holy baaaaaaaaaaallllllllllssssssssssssssss everyone's talking about the new Xbox on my blog feed like frickin' sheeps.

Please just go away. Sorry, but I'd rather read about something else. Like your booger collection, or your unhealthy obsession with cheese, or whatever. Frickin' whatever. Have a Jessica gif because she never disappoints me.

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Wed, 22 May 2013 20:47:24 -0700 SR71halo writes: Xbox, go home.....just go home http://www.gamespot.com/users/SR71halo/show_blog_entry.php?topic_id=m-100-26024468 Yesterday, Microsoft finally revealed some information about their new "console" coming this Fall in time for the holiday season.  The fan reaction was.....not so good.  From the reveal of the name to the interviews after the show, it seems as though nobody is eating up the BS business practices that Microsoft is pumping out for this upcoming generation.  Well, why should they?  All I kept seeing from both the show and the aftermath was not only disappointing, but infuriating.

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If you haven't already figured it out by looking at my username, I consider myself a bit of an Xbox fanboy myself.  I liked the original Xbox when it came out.  I thought the gaming library was inferior to the PS2's, but the console's performance was top notch and it still had a variety of great games (not just Halo, either).  I also loved the 360 and consider it one of my favorite gaming consoles, not to mention it has what is, imo, the perfect controller and the best online experience you'll find anywhere, even if it does cost a fee to play.  However, I saw this BS coming from a mile away.  Ever since the Kinect, Microsoft seemed to stop caring about their core audience and instead cared more about social media and ads.  I went into the reveal of the new Xbox console both hopeful and worried, but little did I know this reveal would be so much worse than I thought.  Almost to the point where I gotta ask myself: is this even a gaming console anymore?

First, let's talk about the name; the Xbox One........really?  I thought 720 was kind of a lame name among several other names I've heard but Xbox ONE?  Because it does everything in one machine?  This is already sounding bad and I haven't even talked about why this thing is hated so much.

First of all, instead of investing all the money put into this box on GAMES (ya know, what most of us bought the other two consoles for in the first place?), they spend the majority of their time talking about television.  Now you can watch sports or cable tv shows, which you still need a cable service for, on your Xbox.  Yeah, and who wanted this when playing their 360?  Nobody?  Also, the touch pad controller for the WiiU is stupid but a tv remote is the future?  Wait, what's that?  I can use skype and surf the internet which I can already do on my PC?.........Wasn't there supposed to be gaming involved somewhere?  Because all I see as them advertising a new cable box, I must have tuned in to the wrong show.

Oh, but they did talk about games.......all 2 of them.  Forza 5 was announced, as expected, and a new Call of Duty that I will be able to play on every other system?  Yeah, those are the only two games they talked about and most of that time went to Call of Duty.  Oh, and they also announced 15 exclusives within the next year, but how much do you want to bet that the majority of them are either Kinect exclusive, games with exclusive content or timed exclusives?  So yeah, it appears gaming is only secondary now, cool.  Maybe I should wait until E3 before judging the library, but I really don't expect any different.

Oh but the BS doesn't stop there.  First off, the system comes with the Kinect camera, but it has to be attached at ALL times even when you're not using it, so I hope you have some space above your tv to make room.  Why couldn't this thing just be optional like it is now?  I didn't want it back in 2010 when you announced it and I don't want it now.  It doesn't stop there either, although I don't think you're ready for the amount of horse **** this interview contains.  You ready?  Here it goes:

http://kotaku.com/xbox-one-does-require-internet-connection-cant-play-o-509164109

http://kotaku.com/you-will-be-able-to-trade-xbox-one-games-online-micros-509140825

Yep, the always online rumor wasn't completely untrue.  You don't have to be connected to play, but you do have to log on every day, though it isn't said what happens if you don't.  Either way, it's stupid and all you're doing is losing customers that don't have a good internet connection or no internet at all.  The second link is even more maddening; used game fees.  Every game has to be installed on a hard drive, and then anybody can play it.  Ok, but then the problem comes when you purchase a used game or bring it over to a friend's house, you have to pay for the game in full if your friend wants to play or borrow it for a while........wow.....just wow.  They somehow found a worse solution than blocking used games entirely.

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This whole revealing was just a disaster.  The WiiU was more impressive than this (at least it's a GAME console that treats GAMES as its primary source).  As if betraying your gaming market who were even willing to put up with your online fees wasn't enough, but they have the balls to charge us for used games and force online and even more fees on us.  Good job Micro$oft, I hope it was worth it.  You not only let me down, but you let your entire fanbase down.  I don't know which console I'm getting next gen yet, but at least I know which one I'm NOT getting.

Also, if you missed the show, here's the perfect sumary for you :

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KbWgUO-Rqcw

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Wed, 22 May 2013 14:44:48 -0700 Wensea10 writes: Little Big Planet Series http://www.gamespot.com/users/Wensea10/show_blog_entry.php?topic_id=m-100-26024388
Hey there...I will be making as much creations within Little Big Planet [2008] and Modnation Racers [2010] during my summer off and the support would be helpful. Remember my Playstation 3 account name is: quincy10450

Wensea10

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Wed, 22 May 2013 13:11:20 -0700 darthcobain17 writes: Xbox One? http://www.gamespot.com/users/darthcobain17/show_blog_entry.php?topic_id=m-100-26024369 More like Xbox None.

Xbox funny


GO NINTENDO!!!!!!!!

Nintendo characters

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Wed, 22 May 2013 12:06:01 -0700 dragonps writes: How Microsoft Perplexed A Gaming Generation http://www.gamespot.com/users/dragonps/show_blog_entry.php?topic_id=m-100-26024347  

When Microsoft revealed the 21st of May as their showcase for the future of the entertainment medium I was excited by the prospect. Having been disappointed by Sony's offerings of sequels and pseudo Frankenstein controllers, I was hoping MS would offer something more...much more. Well we all saw the console which is more than what Sony did, however upon feasting it's rather bland 1980's vhs player styled design should they have showed it at all? A small part of me thought it was deliberate in an attempt to make the console look similar to those of old, those from my generation. Maybe they wanted to grab the attention of the Space Invaders elite?

 

If that was the intention then they failed as the new Xbox One (it's now official name) looked more akin to a set top box than a console with the same features enjoyed by that said medium. As I sit here a cool breeze gusting through the balcony doors and a refreshing Orange juice greets my lips I wonder if this is the future of gaming? The Xbox One reveal seemed nothing more than MS wanting to get into a territory already frequented by other companies who quite frankly have much more experience with the subject matter. Has MS decided to put the other entertainment mediums first and games second? Such a prospect is so bizzarre and non coherent I dread to think it.

 

Then there is the rather more alarming concern of used game fee's and one user per console mentality. Do MS honestly expect a married couple to both buy the same version of the same game so both can enjoy it on the same console? In another world it would be comedy gold the kind of content that Laurel and Hardy would use to captivate audiences worldwide. The worrying feeling however is that this situation is no joke and it's a nightmare that we will never awake from. No matter how one looks at it the reveal raised more questions than eyebrows and alerted the gaming world to some very serious questions.

 

Please leave your thoughts on comments on the issue here and at my youtube channel found here: www.youtube.com/dragonps

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Wed, 22 May 2013 10:20:02 -0700 Uesugi-dono writes: The Xbot's Lament http://www.gamespot.com/users/Uesugi-dono/show_blog_entry.php?topic_id=m-100-26024322 The Xbot's Lament

Very funny, but sadly so close to the truth as to be indiscernable. I have never seen a media launch come off quite so badly. One has to wonder if MS even has a focus group that studys gamers. It's almost like they're trying to emulate Nintendo's Wii success by purposefully marketing this to people who do not game. For someone like me, a former Xbox and 360 owner who turned back fully to Sony after becoming totally disillusioned with the 360 it's actually a little painful to watch.

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Wed, 22 May 2013 09:00:39 -0700 SadPSPAddict writes: Not about X1 http://www.gamespot.com/users/SadPSPAddict/show_blog_entry.php?topic_id=m-100-26024309 So the Star Trek video game: not great reviews and let's face it movie tie in's are rarely any good ( although on a side note that isn't going to stop me picking up Fast and Furious Showdown on Friday ) and the market is saturated with FPS games anyway.

But a strange thing occured in my house. My eldest lad, who turned 16 last week, has never watched anything remotely Star Trek related and obviously just not been interested. So when the game turned up on rental ( is that soon to be a thing of the past? - sorry couldn't help it ) he had no expectations about it.

So what happened? He put the game in and actually quite enjoyed it - to the point that he borrowed the first movie from me and now wants to go and see the second one! He is also talking about watching so NG/DS9 etc. So the game converted him.

Maybe the game isn't so bad after all and it's pre-conception that killed it?

Anyway now I have shared that nugget I will go back to cooking dinner

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Wed, 22 May 2013 07:46:12 -0700 pigfish2 writes: Next Level Games http://www.gamespot.com/users/pigfish2/show_blog_entry.php?topic_id=m-100-26024298 Hi everyone,

All Nintendo fans know that one of the companies biggest 2nd party developers is Retro Studios who have made such games as the Metroid Prime series and Donkey Kong Country Returns. Less known however, yet equally worthy of praise are Next Level Games. This Canadian studio, founded in 2002 have developed a string of great games in popular Nintendo franchises for Nintendo systems The first of these was Super Mario Strikers on Gamecube that was released in 2005 but for me their most recent three games are the ones that stand out.

The first of these was Mario Strikers Charged Football on Wii in 2007. This follow up to Super Mario Strikers was the first Wii game to include online multiplayer and one of the first Wii games I got. It was fantastic fun in both single and multiplayer and the online is still fun to this day(if you can get a game). It improved on the original in a number of ways and firmly established Next Level Games as a developer to look out for.

In 2009 they released another Wii game: Punch-Out. With it, Next Level Games succeeded in restoring life to a Nintendo franchise that was seemingly dead. They retained the games mechanics whilst making it for for the modern day and it was an undoubted triumph. It is simple to get into but difficult to master just like Punch-Out games of old. Its success seemingly established them as a key developer for Nintendo and as such Nintendo turned to them to bring another series back to life.

Earlier this year, their latest game, Luigi's Mansion 2 was released. Coming a decade after the original, Next Level Games have again managed to keep what works from the original but make it fresh and suitable to the present day. It is an even greater improvement than was the case with the Punch-Out though and brings plenty new to the table. Next Level Games' abilities are clear and I am truly excited to see what they bring us next.

For more on my thoughts regarding Luigi's Mansion 2 please check out my review. Constructive criticism about my review style would be welcome too. 

Thanks for reading.

Pigfish2

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Wed, 22 May 2013 01:27:42 -0700 BlazikenTails64 writes: Mishima Zaibatsu http://www.gamespot.com/users/BlazikenTails64/show_blog_entry.php?topic_id=m-100-26024243 Huzzah.

Hey.

School's been okay.

Backstage work for our flood appeal concert is hard.

It's this Saturday. The concert, I mean.

I've been drawing better.

I beat Skyla in Black 2. (FINALLY!)

It's getting colder.

I don't know what else to say.

*sigh*

Goodnight.

-Lauren

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Tue, 21 May 2013 16:41:42 -0700 kingrich06 writes: XBox Live Gamerscore 313,000 http://www.gamespot.com/users/kingrich06/show_blog_entry.php?topic_id=m-100-26024174

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312k 5 Days

On May 20, 2013

Highlight Achievement this 1k

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Deathspank Thongs Of Virtue (Live Arcade)

Hardest and/or Highlight Achievement

A True Hero A True Hero Reach Level 20

Not a grinding type of RPG.

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Tue, 21 May 2013 15:46:37 -0700 dylan417 writes: Xbox One Reveal Impressions http://www.gamespot.com/users/dylan417/show_blog_entry.php?topic_id=m-100-26024165 I thought the reveal was awful. Here are 12 points why:

1. It doesn't look like the Xbox One is focused on gamers or developers at all. It took 30 minutes for Microsoft to talk about games.

2. When Microsoft finally started to talk about games, they only showcased two games: Forza Motorsport 5 and Quantum Break (a game we know nothing about besides a freight ship crashing into a bridge and a mother talking to her daughter). Now, both games do look interesting, but they were only showcases. No details, no developer explanation, and no gameplay.

3. Too much time was spent on non-exclusive games that will also be available on the PlayStation 4. Madden, NBA Live, FIFA, UFC, and Call of Duty have all been confirmed for PS4. I'm not trying to be a fanboy here, but wasn't the reveal supposed to be reasons why you should buy an Xbox One and not just a next generation console?

4. Is TV that important? 1/3 of the reveal was all about TV and how the Xbox One can serve as a TV service. Why should people step away from DirecTv, Dish, or Time Warner? Especially when we don't know if AMC, FX, MTV, Cartoon Network, etc. will be available. I also don't think people understand that this will cost money. It's not a free feature (even with Xbox Live) but presumably an app that will cost monthly fees. No word on DVR either.

5. It didn't do anything to appeal to kids. No kid-friendly games at all. That's a huge market to avoid completely.

6. The console looks ugly. Not that it really matters but wow, how uninspired and ugly can a console design get? Many were quick to point out that it looks like a VCR to a point where "VCR" was trending on Twitter.

7. Xbox "One"? Did Microsoft pay any attention to Nintendo and the Wii "U"? While marketing might inform more people that the Xbox One is a brand new console rather than an upgrade, it will no doubt cause confusion. Microsoft wanted to avoid the cheesy "Xbox 720" and they did. But at what cost?

8. The fact that is very hidden under the hype at the moment is how Xbox One will charge a fee if you play a used game. It's unknown exacly how the fee will be incorporated, but it is a fee nonetheless. Is the Xbox One going to be that big for customers to give up Gamestop?

9. No free internet access. I've talked to a lot of people who said that if the next Xbox charges a fee for online access that they would jump ship to PlayStation's free online access. I think that this will be a big deal if people come to their senses and realize that they've paid over $300 for Xbox Live if they purchased a 360 at launch with a subscription.

10. I think that the voice controls could lead to disaster. I'm not sure how Kinect functions (I've never cared to try it out), but voice activation is surely not advanced enough to avoid potential bugs http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R-GKVyBb-KI

11. How corny was it to see celebrities like Steven Spielberg, JJ Abrams, Roger Goodell, Bill Gates, Robert Griffin III, and Roger Goodell (all of whom probably have zero experience with the console) say how great the Xbox One is...

12. No pizza apps?

Overall, I can't see how anyone could have been even remotely excited from the Xbox One reveal. I think that Microsoft completely dropped the ball and that they are heading in the wrong direction. People buy a video game console to play video games.

The sad thing is, I think that the XBOX name is too powerfull at this point that their usual customers will flock to the Xbox One no matter what. Microsoft knows that, that's why they are making millions off of Xbox Live subscriptions. But if Sony markets the PlayStation 4 strongly with game-centered promotion and a competitive price, they could dominate the next generation.

I watched the Xbox reveal as a loyal, lifelong PlayStation and Nintendo owner. I already knew that I was purchasing a PS4 at launch (and a Wii U at some point) before the reveal livestream. But I was worried however that the next Xbox could have some features that could potentially knock the PS4 out of the ring and bury the Wii U even further into the ground. Fortunatly, that is not the case with the Xbox One.

No one console is in the lead, no one console is dead last. But given how the Wii U, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One are all running in completely directions, there will be clear-cut winners and losers by the time the next, next generation of consoles is being talked about.

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Again, I've always been a loyal PlayStation and Nintendo owner. Call me a fanboy all you want, but I've made my points (both by fact and opinion) and I'll stick to them until E3. Thanks for reading and please comment with your thoughts on the Xbox One reveal

- Dylan

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Tue, 21 May 2013 14:40:37 -0700 76850392 writes: Your favorite kind of Pizza? http://www.gamespot.com/users/76850392/show_blog_entry.php?topic_id=m-100-26024153 stock-illustration-15635696-cartoon-pizz

Remember when you were little, and kids were asked what their favorite food was? And they (probably you too) usaully said "PIZZA!!!!"

So if "Pizza" is STILL your favorite food, what KIND of Pizza is your favorite

What I mean by "kind" is:

- Type of Crust

- Toppings

- Shape of Pizza

 

MY Favorite is:

- Type of Crust: Stuffed Crust

- Toppings: Supreme

- Shape of Pizza: Classic Triangle

 

What about y'all

 

By the way, check out my new website called "DJ'S Manipulations" at djsmanipulations.weebly.com if you would want any pictures of yours to be "manipulated" in a cool way and show it off to your family and friends

 

I will promote my new site on the bottom of EVERY Blog I will do from now on

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Tue, 21 May 2013 12:12:06 -0700 Mortz_88 writes: Xbox One http://www.gamespot.com/users/Mortz_88/show_blog_entry.php?topic_id=m-100-26024122 xbox2569333b.jpg

Just finished watching the Xbox reveal show...so Xbox One, didn't see that coming but it makes sense as its is going down the path of an all in one entertainment system, not just a games console

So first off, the things I liked about the show:

  • Spec: 8 Core CPU, 8GB RAM, 500GB HDD, Blu-ray Drive, Wifi, HDMI & USB 3.0
  • There will be 15 Exclusive games developed by Microsoft Studios and 8 of which are new IP's
  • The controller. It's only slightly changed but has become more responsive
  • The console will recognise your face and your control pad
  • Snap mode: Lets you run two apps side by side
  • A Halo TV series is being made and will be directed by Stephen Spielberg
  • Call of Duty: Ghosts looks great and will be the best CoD game yet also will have timed exclusive DLC on Xbox One

What I didn't like:

  • The console looks like a brick
  • Didn't show enough games, or in game footage


Overall:
I thought it was a decent presentation but do feel a little disappointed by the lack of games shown but I guess with E3 only 19 days away Microsoft didn't want to reveal too much

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Tue, 21 May 2013 10:37:02 -0700 Shinobi-Neo writes: To Rock Festival http://www.gamespot.com/users/Shinobi-Neo/show_blog_entry.php?topic_id=m-100-26024097 Hello my dear gamespot users,

I am heading soon to a rock festival and it s far away,

so wish me luck that I won t be broke by the end of this traveling adventure ^^

 

 

Best regards,

Shinibi-Neo

 

PS: any good new games? ah.. thought so.

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Mon, 20 May 2013 16:05:03 -0700 Hanzoadam writes: 4 Years on Gamespot Q and A Time http://www.gamespot.com/users/Hanzoadam/show_blog_entry.php?topic_id=m-100-26023970 Its come around again another year on gamespot. As some may remember me sayting before I've been on gamespot a lot longer, as another user but wasnt very active. Any time for the Q&A

macrules_640 Asked

 1. Place you wish to visit the most besides the obvious?

 Emm I would mind going to South Korea or China, and besides that anywhere snowy 

2. Future plans and goals? 

Emm to become a full qualified accountant and hopefully move out soon 

3. Think you'll stay single for a while? 

I haven't been single for 8.5years =P  well we had a break for a few mo this last year 

4. Worst game you've played in a while?

Emm I can only really think of Dirt showdown at te moment I am really struggling to get into  it, besides that I think call of duty black ops declassified even though it was quite good for the vita and it did show what the vita can do it wasn't worth the RRP. 

5. Anime you watched that you ended up regretting because it was terrible.

Naruto can't freaking stand it, and I can't understand why people watch it, it's just so awful. But if its a fall series I've watched I'd have to say ladies vs butler and Lamune 

6. Anime you can watch over and over again?  

Toradora!,

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Neon genesis Evangelion

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Cowboy bebop 
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megamannt123 Asked you still enjoying your time on here?  

Sure....? For me its far more you guys than the site honestly I think the sites a bit sucky its self 

would you draw more Negima manga if you could? 

I wouldn't have the time =P but if I did it'd mainly be about Yue =P

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benleslie5 Asked 

1- Favourite game for 2013 so far?

Probably Fire emblem Awakening

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2- Any plans for the Summer? 

Working =[ Me and my girlfriend may go on holiday somewhere and maybe move out hopefully

3- Coffee or Tea? 

Tea I don't drink mudwater 

 josephl64 Asked 

1. What are your top 5 favorite anime?
 Emm it kind changes a lot but I'd say 

1-Toradora!

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2-Neon Genesis Evangelion

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3-The disappearance of Haruhi Suzumiya

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4- school Rumble

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5- mobile suit Zeta Gundam

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(anime-planet images) 

2. What are some great games released only in Japan that you would recommend?

 Gundam Extreme VS

The reminiscence of  Haruhi Suzumiya

Ex Troopers

Senran Kagura  

 

altyendings Asked  

1. If you could invent anything in the world what would it be? 

The Mobile suit =P or Evangelion  

2. Why do you think Zeon is better than ZAFT?

Because like seed it has no soul unlike original gundam  

3. What are you looking forward to the most in the next batch of consoles? 

Emm some new JRPG'S =P 

4. Batman or Superman? 

don't be silly Batman, I hate superman and most superheroes besides a few 

5. Eat more toast.... 

No because its burnt 

resident4evil05 Asked 

1. If you could go anywhere (but Japan) where would you go and why. 

South Korea looks nice, I wouldn't mind anywhere snowy to go snowboarding. Either 

2. Now that Negima! is done, now what are you going to mainly read? 

At the moment I plan to try and catch up with Hayate the combat butler as I'm about 5 volumes behind I own them I just haven't had chance to catch up but I'm reading them mainly I between new volumes  

3. You prefer CD/DVDs or Downloads? 

I prefer a psychical game if it comes to stuff like PS3, vita and 3DS,PC I couldn't care less, I only buy blu rays but I don't have the time or room for CDs at all its a dead format to me. 

4. Seen any good movies lately? 

I rarely watch films, but I did watch the new remake of Total Recall last night that was very good  

5. What do you think of SEGA just giving their IPs to the Wii U? First Bayonetta 2 and now the Yakuza Collection. 

As long as I can play Yakuza on PS3 and later PS4 I couldn't care less 

6. Who are some of your favorite youtube up-loaders?  

None I don't have the time for YouTube, and I'd rather play a game that watch someone playing a game, I used to like the yogcast while at uni playing minecraft but I think they went incredibly douchey 

 

RangerFirePower Asked Are you into visual novels and if so, what are some that you recommend?

Emm I like the idea of them but I don't have time for them, I don't play hentai games though, I have finished Virtues last reward while I loved and I'm working through the reminiscence of Haruhi Suzumiya and Toheart2DX plus on ps3 at the moment using guides and enjoying them. I also have a ffew on iOS that I'm enjoying. 

 

matastig Asked 

1.What anime do you regret watching?

 The 24 episodes of Naruto I'll never get my time back there, Lamune, ladies vs butlers, jinki extend special,

 

2.Your Favorite drinks. XD 

Monster Energy

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3.Your Favorite Shooter/RPG/and Action video game ^^ 

Shooter- Binary Domain by far

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RPG- Valkyria chronicles or Star ocean till the end of time

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Action game- =? Metal gear peace walker  
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4.What Sport do you play? 

I used to snowboard but haven't for a while =[ 

5.Whos had the greatest influence on your life and why? 

Emm I can't really say anyone I've tried to live my life by me

6.What are the qualities that you admire in your friends? 

Reliability and guess wer share intrests 

7.If you could meet anyone (Famous ) in the world, who would it be and why? 

Hideo Kojima because he's awesome

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Ken Akamatsu convince him to do a Negima! Spin off based around Yue Ayase

God.....?

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8.Whats your "secret" ambition? (a.k.a world domination =P )

To become rich so I can just spend money on models, games, manga and anime and basically live my live like Nagi Sanzen'in from Hayate the combat butler.

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9.Your idea of a good time? (other than Anime/Video games XD ) 

Manga, sleeping and I love building Gunpla 

10.Whats one thing youd like to change about yourself? (honestly!! ^^ ) 

My voice when I hear it played back, =[ Hence I won't do Vlogs 

11. If your life were a motion picture, what would the title be?  

I can't think of anything, maybe " You have Parcel" 

12. What is the hardest thing youve ever had to do? 

Probably my degree 

13.How would you describe yourself? =P

 I'm pretty caring, but I always have to takes intellectual approach to everything and I think things through before I do them. 

Darkman2007

 what is your favorite fighting game? 
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For many many years it was Dead or alive 2 ultimate on the original Xbox but I think Persona4Arena has taken its place 

Dam505 Asked 

favorite RPG your playing just now  Atelier Meruru its brilliant I love it

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favorite anime character this year

 Emm though it won't count as she's been in previous Series Hinagiku Katsura from the Hayate the combat butler series 
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If she didn't then I'd have go with either  nanami from Sakura-sou (if it counts as it was 12-13)

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Or Ikagura from Senran Kagura

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PS vita or DS

Vita my 3DS just sits there gathering dust

what the hardest game you ever played

Emm I'm playing Dragons Dogma at the moment and that can be a bit unforgiving But if I had to pick one the one that comes to mind is Spelunker on the PSN, I can only get through it by saving and reloading if I die too much, but it is a fantastic game

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erardoExber You will continue to be here in Gamespot with us after you get married?  

Emm to be honest I've thought of that as being the day I leave but who knows,


Anyway Thats it hope you enjoyed thanks for reading I'm sleepy now Just gonna finish Kousaka's ending on Toheart2DX Plus Then sleep got work tomorrow =[

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Mon, 20 May 2013 04:10:14 -0700 lim_ak writes: A Little Bit Of: Strike Suit Infinity + Review http://www.gamespot.com/users/lim_ak/show_blog_entry.php?topic_id=m-100-26023895 Waves in Space

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My review is here! http://entertainium.org/pc/strike-suit-infinity-review/

But in short I enjoyed this game a great deal more than I did Born Ready's last game Strike Suit Zero. That last game had the major flaw of having some terrible mission design that sucked out so much of the fun that the good parts of that game have to offer. Infinity goes for just a pure combat wave based survial mode and as a result it's a good deal more fun.

It does still have some of the problems of the original, combat awareness and targeting still aren't ideal. You don't get a good impression of what's around you and your only warning that you've boosted into a group of enemies is you dying rather rapidly. Also the default nearest enemy targeting is also fairly useless, it prioritises selecting the objective usually favouring capital ships. You can change that so that it prioritises torpedos, or strike craft, but it's of little comfort having to toggle between them when what you really want is select the nearest thing trying to kill me. The default setup makes mines all but impossible to deal with and given that a mine hit almost kills you in one hit makes the default target selection even more silly.

Anyway beyond that it's probably one of the best space combat around, not a huge amount of competition in that space right now. But it's a good deal of fun and it's like five quid on Steam.

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Sun, 19 May 2013 18:04:32 -0700 Garrison_Ford writes: My Bioshock Infinite Review http://www.gamespot.com/users/Garrison_Ford/show_blog_entry.php?topic_id=m-100-26023806 BioshockInfinite_zpsb2b8cec2.jpg

For those that are interested, click here.

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