Bitmob Roundtable callout: Brave new JRPG world
We're rolling along to the next topic in our Bitmob Roundtable series, and it's focused on the Land of the Rising Sun. This whole idea...
Justin.tv launches partner program for pro-gaming broadcasters
Video streaming site Justin.tv announced today it’s launching a revenue-sharing program that professional gamers with a large number of followers can enroll in through...
Grand Theft Inception: Shattering video-game immersion
I’ll freely admit I’ve never visited New York City (being a student doesn’t afford you such luxuries), but I have traveled before. A few...
News Blips: Vote for Mass Effect 3’s female Shepard, Epic soldiers on from Bulletstorm, upgradeable items in Skyward Sword, and more
Seriously, getting that "Miss Mass Effect" sash straightened over that bulky armor sure looks unwieldy. News Blips: BioWare wants your vote for female Shepard's...
Video Blips: Star Wars: The Old Republic, Batman: Arkham City, Halo Anniversary, and more
I normally avoid espousing pre-order campaigns, but all bets are off once the words "Star Wars" flashes across my screen. Now if you'll excuse...
Updated: Amazon flags Nintendo 3DS for inventory issues
[Update: Amazon has responded to VentureBeat.] Online retailer Amazon.com has flagged the Nintendo 3DS and placed the handheld gaming console under review until further...
Updated: New signs suggest Diablo 3 release date coming soon
[Updated: We’ve added additional comments from Billy Pidgeon, a senior analyst at game research firm M2 Research.] World of Warcraft and Diablo developer Blizzard...
Silent Gordon Freeman: Freelance crossover protagonist
Just look at Gordon Freeman, he of the hushed voice. If Starburst had a sudden need for another example of a walking contradiction, he'd...
Video Blips: Saints Row: The Third, Deus Ex: Human Revolution, The Legend of Zelda, and more
Shouldn't Guiness World Records have a "most ridiculous robbery costume" entry by now? Video Blips: • Saints Row: The Third's take on bank heists...
Apple’s OS X Lion won’t run indie darling Minecraft
Gamers upgrading to Apple’s next Mac operating system, OS X Lion, won’t be able to play indie sandbox game Minecraft right away. Apple’s latest...