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Win My Copy: The Witcher (PC)
With Thanksgiving just a few days away, I figured it was time to have another giveaway around here. This time, my copy of The Witcher is up for grabs. This is possibly going to be one of the final titles that hits retail with the Atari name on it so we'll pretend like it's extra special.
This is a PC only title with the following System Requirements:
Windows XP/Vista
Pentium 4 2.4GHz or Athlon 64 2800+*
1GM Ram
8.5GB Free HD Space
GeForce 6600 or Radeon 9800 or Better
*Athlon XP series not supported.
The rules are the same as they always are. The contest/giveaway is open to residents of the US and Canada. Due to the ESRB rating of this title, you must be 18 or older to enter. To enter, simply post in the comments section of this post and I'll randomly select a winner next Monday, November 26th at 3pm CST.
Duplicate entries will result in both entries being removed from the contest.
Nov 20, 2007 - 3:54 pm | 68 comments
Link's Crossbow Training DVD Cover
Our sister site, The Cover Project, just posted a high res DVD sized cover insert for Link's Crossbow Training, the pack-in title for the Wii Zapper. Nintendo went with a paper sleeve for the North American release so it was up to the gurus over at TCP to hack one together.
This cover is made from scans of the paper envelope so it looks like a retail cover. You can grab it here.
Nov 20, 2007 - 10:03 am | 0 comments
Heroic Map Pack For Halo 3 Headed to Live On Dec. 11th
Microsoft announced today that the first part of a series of DLC packs for Halo 3 would be available on December 11th for 800 MS Points. The Heroic Map Pack contains 3 new maps that each represent a totally different style of play.
Standoff is a symmetrical valley which is perfect for mid-sized objective and Slayer type games.
Rat's Nest is a vast labyrinth of passages that is perfect for big team battles.
Foundry is the ultimate Forge map where players can edit every single object in the massive industrial warehouse area. This will allow gamers to customize the level to fit any type of game play they are after.
The Heroic Map Pack will debut as a free download sometime in the Spring of 2008, shortly before the second wave of Multi-player maps becomes available.
Nov 19, 2007 - 5:14 pm | 6 comments
Happy Birthday to Wii
Nintendo's little console with the funny name is 1 year old today. Nintendo still can't keep units on shelves, and now their premier character has a main series title on the console. I got mine as a gift last Christmas and absolutely love it. It's even seeing more playtime than my 360 lately due to Super Mario Galaxy's addictive qualities.
So, what are your favorite Wii titles and features? As for me, Super Mario Galaxy easily takes the top spot for me, and I love being able to watch YouTube videos on my big screen TV.
Nov 19, 2007 - 4:55 pm | 0 comments
Wii Zapper Unboxed
The Wii Zapper and Link's Crossbow Training just arrived at the house. I've snapped a few pics for your viewing pleasure.
Nov 19, 2007 - 3:58 pm | 5 comments
Virtual Console Monday - 11.19.2007 (Wrecking Crew, Sonic 3D Blast, Super Air Zonk)
Today marks the first birthday of the Nintendo Wii, so before we get to this week's VC titles let me give a big Happy Birthday shout out to the Wii.
Happy Birthday Wii!
With that out of the way, let's see what Nintendo has on the agenda for this special day. Wrecking Crew (NES), Sonic 3D Blast (Genesis), and Super Air Zonk (TG16) are the 3 titles that Nintendo has launched today. Hit the jump for the full descriptions of today's titles.
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Nov 19, 2007 - 1:06 pm | 1 comments
What Are You Playing This Weekend?
I know that Super Mario Galaxy will dominate the TV for many of you for quite some time, but for the rest of you what is on your list right now?
Personally, I am going to spend some time this weekend with skate and Tony Hawk Proving Ground as I try to figure out which one I am going to keep. I might also try to get a little NBA Live 08 in as I reel over the beating that my Spurs took thanks to the Mavs last night.
Nov 16, 2007 - 5:36 pm | 20 comments
Wii Photo Channel To Lose MP3 Support
One of our members, Pin, just pointed out a little note on the official Wii homepage that makes mention of upcoming changes to the Wii's Photo Channel. Changes include adding support for MP4 AAC files at the expense of dropping MP3 support. These changes will be present in the 1.1 version of the Photo Channel and will be included with all new consoles sold starting in early December.
If you use your Wii for MP3s, then you may want to hold off on the upgrade as it can't be undone. I personally didn't know this functionality even existed so I won't be crying, but some of you might.
Source: Wii.Nintendo.com
Nov 14, 2007 - 11:51 am | 1 comments
First Impressions: Super Mario Galaxy
Many of you were lucky enough to secure a copy of Super Mario Galaxy yesterday, on the game's official ship date. Others were met with frustration as many stores stuck to the firm "release date" as today instead of truly understanding the concept of ship date and release date.
Regardless, if you own a Wii and aren't trying to find a copy of this game today then you should be. The reviews so far have been stellar and SMG shows a very high level of polish. The game itself is just amazing and I can't wait to play all the way through it.
With that said, my initial reaction to the spherical worlds that were introduced in one of the latter Ratchet and Clank games didn't tickle my fancy. I warmed up to the concept and Nintendo's execution of it after playing a little more. I think Super Mario Galaxy is going to be one of those titles in the conversation for Game of The Year when it comes time. You should definitely be playing this.
Nov 13, 2007 - 8:26 am | 55 comments
Virtual Console Monday - 11.12.2007 (Volleyball, AXELAY, Blue's Journey)
With the launch of Super Mario Galaxy now behind us, those of you that prefer to live life in the retro can enjoy your weekly VC releases. This week's titles come in the form of Volleyball (NES), AXELAY (Super NES), and Blue's Journey (Neo Geo).
Hit the jump for the full description of these new additions.
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Nov 12, 2007 - 5:48 pm | 1 comments
