echochrome, PSP - £18.55 delivered
Import Asian version, which is the version with some English text (unlike the Japanese version)
echochrome, PSP - £18.55
Dungeon Explorer, PSP - £14.20
Dungeon Explorer, PSP - £14.20 delivered
Apply code "PP-02-DISCOUNT" for 2% off.
Riviera: The Promised Land, PSP - £24.99
Riviera: The Promised Land, PSP - £24.99 delivered
The developer behind this game, Sting, make some of the best 2D art I have ever witnessed in games. Not played this game, but heard lots of good things about the GBA original. It's published by Atlus, so if you want it you are probably best off getting it at launch.
I rock.
I recently entered a Guitar Hero competition.
Here is the outcome -
You guys should all enter too. First prize is flying over to Neversoft and being in the new Guitar Hero game. A bunch of 360's and other cool prizes are available too.
Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles: Ring of Fates, DS - £17.99
Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles: Ring of Fates, DS - £17.99 delivered
The Legend Of Zelda - Phantom Hourglass, DS - £14.99
The Legend Of Zelda - Phantom Hourglass, DS - £14.99 delivered
40gb PS3 + Gran Turismo 5 Prologue, Rainbow Six Vegas 2, Uncharted & Everybodys Golf - £349.99
Worms: Open Warfare 2, DS - £9.49
Worms: Open Warfare 2, DS - £9.49 delivered
Apply code "experience08" for 5% off
The Greenhouse Effect
The two of "world's most influential gamers" today have showed why they deserve the title yet again today. Jerry 'Tycho' Holkins and Mike 'Gabe' Krahulik of Penny-Arcade webcomic announced their partnership with Hothead Games to launch a new independant games digital distribution service Greenhouse.
The idea behind the platform is to create "a way that would be easy for the developer to get it out there with a royalty structure that is not full of shit".
Which sounds pretty fantastic to me.
The service is platform agnostic, it supports Windows, Mac and Linux. Head over to the homepage now to help out with the beta, and hear a really nice podcast of Jerry and Mike talking about the service, and how the development of their first ever game "Penny Arcade Adventures - On the Rain-Slick Precipice of Darkness, Episode One" lead to the services creation.
That's all the details, but that is only half the story.
I registered on the forums to solve a small problem I was having with the podcast download. The problem I had was solved in minutes by a helpful forumer, bearing in mind these forums opened about half an hour ago. Then I went along to the news forum, and saw a really friendly welcome message from Community Manager Kristin. She tells us that we should feel free to ask any questions about the development of the service, or of 'PAA - OTRSPODA E1' and she'll get back to us.
A bunch of people (including myself) go on to ask questions about things. Her and her team answer pretty much anything honestly and openly. I got answers about UK pricing, people asked lots of technical questions about the service, and just lots of general feedback. Everything is answered, Hothead are giving quality direct feedback to it's audience, and taking on board suggestions and showing quick response to it.
Learn from this publishers. Next time you think of giving Gamespot a big cheque for some positive coverage, maybe rethink your strategy. Maybe spend your cash on running a decent community. Take on board what your fans and the people that pay your bills have to say about your product, embrace their input and feedback.
About the UK pricing -
"Ep. 1 will be $19.95 US everywhere (except Canada)" meaning we will get it for $19.95 converted into sterling, plus fee for conversion. A great deal for the UK at the minute, and honestly how digital distribution should be.
"Honestly, I can't comment on future titles. I can imagine that we wouldn't want to penalize you because of where you live. The only reason I can think that a game would cost more in certain regions is if heavy localization required, and I don't think we'll be running into that in the near future." Sound good so far.
Now this information I wanted to know, so I asked them, and they told me what they could. This is how games journalism should be. Honestly, who cares was Matt Casmamasnsamanssiaiamsnaia wants to know about Wii Fit. Let's democratise this party. Direct interaction with honest and open developers. Let it percolate the blogosphere, fora and social media and networking hubs, and then you have a direct relationship between the end user and the creator.
I honestly strongly suggest you register and post with anything you would want to know about this service, or this game. Even if they can't tell you something they will be open about why.
Or maybe I am just a web hippy.
Condemned: Criminal Origins, Xbox 360 - £9.99
Condemned: Criminal Origins, Xbox 360 - £9.99 delivered
PaRappa The Rapper, PSP - £7.99
PaRappa The Rapper, PSP - £7.99 delivered
Apply code "PP-PARAPPA-2" to bring the price down to £7.99
Supreme Commander Gold Edition, PC - £6.99
Supreme Commander Gold Edition, PC - £6.99 delivered
Contains 'Supreme Commander' and 'Supreme Commander: Forged Alliance' expansion pack.
Apply code "cheap games" for free delivery
Second Sight, Xbox - £3.50
Second Sight, Xbox - £3.50 delivered
Great game, really nice narrative, from the guys behind the Timesplitters series.
Avoid reading the synopsis on CEX though, one of the game's strong points is the narrative, and it kind of ruins it.
Asus Maximus Extreme Republic of Gamers Motherboard iX38 - £52.33
Asus Maximus Extreme Republic of Gamers Motherboard iX38 - £52.33 delivered
This goes for around £200 elsewhere, and is probably a misprice, so get on it quick if you want it.
Lost Odyssey, Xbox 360 - £31.84
Lost Odyssey, Xbox 360 - £31.84 delivered
Apply code "PP-02-DISCOUNT" for 2% off.
The only truly next gen game
Flashbang! Studios have unveiled their industry shattering Brontosaurus hovering-tech. Get ready to be amazed.
I am so hyped for this game. If you haven't already, get yourself over to their site to play their first game, Off-Road Velociraptor Safari, now.
Naruto: Clash of Ninja Revolution, Wii - £26.94
Naruto: Clash of Ninja Revolution, Wii - £26.94 delivered
Apply code "PP-02-DISCOUNT" for 2% off.
Lost Planet: Colonies, Xbox 360 - £17.99
Lost Planet: Colonies, Xbox 360 - £17.99 delivered
Lost Planet: Colonies is the re-release of Extreme Condition, with a bunch of extra stuff. New Single player modes, new multiplayer levels and modes, cross-platform play between the PC and 360 version and a new playable character.
Lost Planet: Colonies, PC - £14.99
Lost Planet: Colonies, PC - £14.99 delivered
Lost Planet: Colonies is the re-release of Extreme Condition, with a bunch of extra stuff. New Single player modes, new multiplayer levels and modes, cross-platform play between the PC and 360 version and a new playable character.
Dawn of War: Anthology, PC - £12.76
Dawn of War: Anthology, PC - £12.76
Spend £15 of more for free P&P
S.T.A.L.K.E.R. Shadow of Chernobyl - Limited Edition Steel Case, PC - £17.48
S.T.A.L.K.E.R. Shadow of Chernobyl - Limited Edition Steel Case, PC - £17.48 delivered
Samurai Warriors: KATANA, Wii - £16.65
Samurai Warriors: KATANA, Wii - £16.65 delivered
Apply code "PP-02-DISCOUNT" for 2% off.
Meteos: Disney Magic, DS - £10.28
Meteos: Disney Magic, DS - £10.28 delivered
Apply code "PP-02-DISCOUNT" for 2% off.
Mario Kart: Grand Wii Tournament
GAME stores nationwide will be hosting a series of tournaments on the 5th of April, with a bunch of prizes. Including this monstrocity -
(note: this is not the actual car you will win)
Everyone gets a certificate with their lap time on it, so that's something good to add to your CV, and entrance into a prize draw for £50 GAME vouchers. The winner at each store gets a £250 Experience Day voucher, and entrance into the grand final, an expenses paid trip to the Mario Kart Grand Wii launch party at Mercedez World, Brooklands. See here for participating stores
Just so you know, you are not guaranteed to have your control option of choice, but 5 options will be available (Wiimote, Wiimote + Wheel attachment, Wiimote + Nunchuck, Classic Controller and Gamecube Controller)
If there is a short queue, you may be allowed to re-enter, but it will be at the organisers discretion. From what I can tell, the fastest lap time of the whole day is the winner, so it may be in your interest to turn up with 3 mates, and agree to lay off the shells.
I'll be at the Trafford centre one, wearing a red hoodie. If you see me, give me a shout, it'll make me feel famous!
More details here
Star Wars Trilogy DVD box set - £5.49
Star Wars Trilogy DVD box set - £5.49 delivered
Contains -
Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope
Star Wars Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back
Star Wars Episode VI: Return of the Jedi
Damn good films.
Mass Effect, Xbox 360 - £19.99
Mass Effect, Xbox 360 - £19.99 delivered
You can get 10% student discount too.
I have heard of thegamecollection.net selling used games as new, so if that bothers you you might want to email them first.
Thanks to MrSharpshooter for the tip off!
Dual Shock 2 Controller, PS2 - £10
Dual Shock 2 Controller, PS2 - £10 delivered
Cheapest price for a new official PS2 controller. Comes in -
Black
Slate Gray
Crystal
Crimson Red
Lemon Yellow
Half-Life 2: The Orange Box, Xbox 360 - £21.30
Half-Life 2: The Orange Box, Xbox 360 - £21.30 delivered
Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare, Xbox 360 - £24.60
Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare, Xbox 360 - £24.60 delivered
Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six: Vegas 2, Xbox 360 - £29
Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six: Vegas 2, Xbox 360 - £29 delivered
Play-asia Easter Sale - 20% off everything!
As it says on the tin, 20% of all in stock items at play-asia. I will go and find some of the best deals now.
Update: Ok, I have filtered through a bunch of the best deals, just check out the blog homepage for them
Lego Star Wars: The Complete Saga, Xbox 360 - £20.49
Lego Star Wars: The Complete Saga, Xbox 360 - £20.49 delivered
Xbox 360 Premium Console + Halo 3 + Lost Odyssey - £194.99
Xbox 360 Premium Console + Halo 3 + Lost Odyssey - £194.99 delivered
Apply code "IDEAL97TF3" for £5 off.
Final Fantasy XII: Revenant Wings, DS - £9.99
Final Fantasy XII: Revenant Wings, DS - £9.99 delivered
Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare, DS - £15.67
Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare, DS - £15.67 delivered
Apply code "PP-02-DISCOUNT" for 2% off.
Command And Conquer 3: Tiberium Wars, PC - £9.93
Command And Conquer 3: Tiberium Wars, PC - £9.93 delivered
Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker, DS - £9.99
Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker, DS - £9.99 delivered
Everyone with even a passing appreciation of JRPGs and a DS should get this game at this price. Some of the best graphics on the DS, great artwork, and a pokémon style monster system. Only recently came out too.
Check this review for more.
Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Blue Rescue Team, DS - £9.99
Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Blue Rescue Team, DS - £9.99 delivered
Half-Life 2: The Orange Box, Xbox 360 - £24.99
Half-Life 2: The Orange Box, Xbox 360 - £24.99 delivered
Age Of Empires III: Gold Edition, PC - £17.99
Age Of Empires III: Gold Edition, PC - £17.99 delivered
Castlevania Double Pack, GBA - £12.99
Castlevania Double Pack, GBA - £12.99 delivered
Apply code "Cheap games" for free delivery
Contains the fantastic Harmony of Dissonance and Aria of Sorrow, both of which look and sound fantastic on a DS lite.
Mario Strikers Charged Football, Wii - £24.49
Mario Strikers Charged Football, Wii - £24.49 delivered
Apply code "PP-02-DISCOUNT" for 2% off.
Sight Training, DS - £13.71
Sight Training, DS - £13.71 delivered
Apply code "PP-02-DISCOUNT" for 2% off.
Shin Megami Tensei: Digital Devil Saga 2, PS2 - £12.63
Shin Megami Tensei: Digital Devil Saga 2, PS2 - £12.63
Spend £15 or more for free delivery
RIP Mr Biffo - Paul Rose is however fine!
If was just announced live on air on the One Life Left podcast that Mr. Biffo has recently died.
Paul Rose is alive and well, but the persona Mr. Biffo is now dead.
Thanks for all the memories and all the laughs, good luck with everything you do in the future.
Update: I have clarified the title, sorry if anyone genuinely thought Paul Rose was dead, maybe I need to learn to be more tactful and less sensationalist.
WarioWare: Smooth Moves, Wii - £24.49
WarioWare: Smooth Moves, Wii - £24.49 delivered
Apply code "PP-02-DISCOUNT" for 2% off.
Drawn to Life, DS - £11.75
Drawn to Life, DS - £11.75 delivered
Apply code "PP-02-DISCOUNT" for 2% off.
Worms: Open Warfare 2, PSP - £11.75
Worms: Open Warfare 2, PSP - £11.75 delivered
Apply code "PP-02-DISCOUNT" for 2% off.
'Guitar Hero: On Tour' priced for the UK
GAME.co.uk have started taking pre-orders for Guitar Hero: On Tour, on the DS.
It is priced at £44.99, making that around an extra £15 than typical DS releases. This extra cost covers the cost of the "Guitar Grip" add on, which goes in the DS's slot 2.
GAME are predicting a 1st of June release date, although they more than likely just pulled it out of their ass.
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