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Jul 26, 2011

Posted by Elizabeth Burnette | 13 Comments

Catherine is Now Available in North America

That's right, the game that Atlus fans have been waiting for is finally on store shelves and making its way to those who pre-ordered it. Atlus announced today that Catherine, the PS3/Xbox 360 action-adventure/puzzle title, is now available in stores across North America.

Jul 26, 2011

Posted by James Damian | 1 Comment

Bastion Review

Since Microsoft began their annual Summer of Arcade, Xbox 360 gamers have been treated to some excellent downloadable titles. Previous years have begun with games like Splosion Man and Geometry Wars 2 that garnered great praise and excitement for the upcoming lineup. To kick things off this year, we're given the RPG Bastion from the new developer Supergiant Games. The first title released from the studio, this single-player affair has already earned awards like Game Critics' Choice at E3 and was an IGF finalist this year. With such high expectations, though, can Supergiant deliver?

Jul 25, 2011

Posted by Grant Gaines | 4 Comments

Vivid Gamer Summer Contest: PSN, XBL, iTunes Cards and Secret Items

We've got an exciting contest this week and it's just for our Facebook followers. We'll be giving away digital cash (PSN, XBLA, iTunes cards), in-game items, and some other top-secret items you don't want to miss out on. Hit the jump for more details on how easy it is to enter.

Jul 22, 2011

Posted by Elizabeth Burnette | 0 Comments

Deep Silver to Bring Catherine to PAL Territories

With the release of Catherine drawing nearer for North American, it was a safe bet that intrigued European gamers were wondering when the new action-adventure/puzzle game would be making its way into their homes. Luckily for them, Atlus is teaming up with Deep Silver to publish the title for all PAL territories. Hit the break to find out more.

Jul 22, 2011

Posted by Juan Balbuena | 4 Comments

Limbo Review

Limbo has been out for over a year on Xbox Live and has finally made its way to the PlayStation Network. Was it worth the wait? Yes.

Jul 22, 2011

Posted by James Damian | 14 Comments

5 Xbox 360 Games to Survive the Summer Drought

It's pretty safe to say that summers are a very good time to be an Xbox 360 gamer. While there typically aren't major exclusive retail releases, the annual Summer Of Arcade has treated us well the past few years. Each summer we're given at least a few gems everyone should download, and this year doesn't look like it'll break the trend. Besides the highlighted SoA titles, we've also been treated to some other great hits. So if you're feeling bored, don't worry, because these five games will keep you busy throughout the summer.

Jul 22, 2011

Posted by Eric Galaviz | 3 Comments

Cliffy B and Kojima Flip Off Fanboys; Doesn’t Matter What Console You Play

Usually I don’t really agree with Cliff Bleszinski aka Cliffy B, director and designer of famous titles from Epic Games, but this time I can get on-board with what he is saying. Even though he makes a hugely successful platform exclusive title Gears of War, he can even get past the biased opinions to come out against fan boys. In a twitter post sent out today Cliffy B and Hideo Kojima, the famous game director of the Metal Gear franchise, took a great picture that came with an even better caption:

Jul 21, 2011

Posted by Eric Galaviz | 0 Comments

Get The Maw Free With any Summer of Arcade Title Purchased at Microsoft Store

In celebration of the start of the Summer of Arcade on Xbox Live, Microsoft will be running a promotion that will net you The Maw for free when you purchase any Summer of Arcade title on the Microsoft Store.

Jul 21, 2011

Posted by Eric Galaviz | 0 Comments

Freddy Krueger Coming to Mortal Kombat

Warner Bros. today revealed the fourth Mortal Kombat DLC character and it’s a definitely a little bit crazy. The fourth DLC character will be none other than the dream-invading Freddy Krueger from the Nightmare on Elm street movies.

Jul 21, 2011

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LucasArts Reveals Star Wars Custom Themed Xbox 360 Bundle

Today during a Comic-Con panel, LucasArts announced a new Star Wars customed themed Xbox 360 bundle. This limited editon bundle features a R2-D2 and C-3PO theme and will come with the upcoming Kinect Star Wars title.