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This week on Zero Punctuation: Yahtzee explores the USS Kill Beast Buffet and reviews the third-person survival-horror action-adventure game Dead Space (Xbox 360, PS3 & PC). As always, coarse language ahead.
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The zombies in Capcom’s Resident Evil series have gone through a lot of changes. GameVideos brings to you the evolution of the zombies from Resident Evil 1 to Resident Evil 5.
Which zombie incarnation do you find the most eerie?
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Sci Fi Channel’s documentary explores Electronic Arts’ use of the “science of fear” in trying to make the scariest game ever.
Watch as the developers and sci-fi movie/game people “in the know” talk about Dead Space, which is out now on Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, and PC.
Part 1 of Dead Space Sci vs. Fi:
Part 2 of Dead Space Sci vs. Fi:
Any PC gamers out there who’d want to win the game? I could start a competition for it if there’s interest.
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The Lost in Blue series debuts on a new platform for the first time ever with Lost in Blue: Shipwrecked. Experience a survival adventure like never before through colorful 3D graphics and the uniquely interactive capabilities of the Wii. You find yourself stranded on a mysterious island filled with lush forests, a sunken ship, ancient ruins, and an active volcano. With the help of a trusty pet and a new friend, you’ll explore the mysteries of the island to find a way out or make a new life for yourselves there forever.
The first console version of the series greatly upgrades the visual quality and depth of the game, immersing the player in a survival adventure like never before. Vibrant 3D graphics paint the island environment, weather systems, and various items as more life-like than ever. Full use of Wii-mote and Nunchuk controls allow you to experience realistic movements with a variety of mini-games including fishing, carpentry, fire-making and more. An island tutorial and a greater focus on exploration enhances the accessibility and fun factor for new players. Dependable pets improve item gathering and provide entertainment by playing music or dancing with you. Recruit a friend for around 40 mini-games, including new, cooperative games - the better you play, the bigger your reward.
A plethora of survival mini-games isn’t enough to save this shipwreck of a game from the undertow. Find out why in this Lost in Blue Shipwrecked video review.
Game features include:
* The first console version of the series greatly upgrades the visual quality and depth of the game, immersing the player in a survival adventure like never before
* Vibrant 3D graphics paint the island environment, weather systems, and various items as more life-like than ever
* Full use of Wii-mote and Nunchuk controls allow you to experience realistic movements with a variety of mini-games including fishing, carpentry, fire-making and more
* An island tutorial and a greater focus on exploration enhances the accessibility and fun factor for new players
* Dependable pets improve item gathering and provide entertainment by playing music or dancing with you
* Recruit a friend for over 40 mini-games, including new, cooperative games – the better you play, the bigger your reward
To quote the video review: “Just like the DS versions, the concept for Lost in Blue: Shipwrecked hits all the right marks, but it’s the execution that fails. A stupid, impractical A.I. companion and the unrealistic stat maintenance make playing it just about as much fun as being stranded on an island in real life.”
Design — 5.1
Story — 7.8
Gameplay — 5.6
Presentation — 5.2
Overall — 5.4
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In the bold and often-bloody Dead Space gamers step into a third-person sci-fi survival horror experience that delivers psychological thrills and gruesome action. Set in the cold blackness of deep space, the atmosphere is soaked with a feeling of tension, dread and sheer terror.
In Dead Space, players step into the role of engineer Isaac Clarke – an ordinary man on a seemingly routine mission to fix the communications systems aboard a deep space mining ship. It is not long before Isaac awakes to a living nightmare when he learns that the ship’s crew has been ravaged by a vicious alien infestation. He must fight through the dead silence and darkness of deep space to stay alive.
How scary can zombies in space really be? “Very” according to this Dead Space video review.
To quote the IGN video review: “Call it science fiction survival horror, but Dead Space does the genre proud with an engaging story; action that’s tense, fast-paced and extremely violent; as well as atmospheric qualities that will get under your skin and make you jump. It may be a newcomer, but the seeds of an incredible franchise have been sown, and EA’s in a great position to reap a phenomenal franchise full of scares. If you like survival horror, action or sci-fi, Dead Space needs to be on your radar.”
Presentation — 9.0
Graphics — 9.0
Sound — 9.5
Gameplay — 8.5
Lasting Appeal — 8.5
Overall — 8.7
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There’s a comic series based on the upcoming original survival horror Dead Space video game. These six animated comics are set in the Dead Space universe, and serve as a prequel story for the Xbox 360, PlayStation 3 and PC game that will be released on October 14th in time for Halloween 2008.
The comic is written and illustrated by Ben Templesmith and written by Antony Johnston. This series tells the gut-wrenching tale of a deep space mining colony that unexpectedly pulls an ancient and vicious alien life force from the dark rock.
Sh*t hits the fan amidst colony-wide panic in the last part.
EA previously released the first part of an animated Dead Space comic, 2nd animated Dead Space comic, 3rd animated Dead Space comic online a while back. As well as the 4th Dead Space Animated Comic and 5th issue of the Dead Space Animated Comic recently.
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The game thrusts players into a shadowy world of chaos and terror with atmospheric graphics and an original storyline that sheds new light on the desolate, fog-shrouded town of Silent Hill. Silent Hill: Homecoming follows Alex Shepherd, a war veteran returning home from an overseas tour of duty to investigate the mysterious disappearance of his younger brother, Joshua. His travels lead him through the small, insular community of Shepherd’s Glen and eventually through the hauntingly empty streets of Silent Hill.
Building upon the series’ trademark foundations of atmosphere, adventure and storytelling, Silent Hill: Homecoming introduces players to a frightening new experience. When confronted by the perverse incarnations of evil that roam Silent Hill and Shepherd’s Glen, players are able to utilize an enhanced combat system and execute a number of offensive and defensive maneuvers as they experience every terrifying encounter with the game’s numerous nightmarish creatures. Players also have to solve a variety of puzzles as they progress through the highly atmospheric game world, using cues from the environment to unlock Silent Hill’s darkest secrets. Continuing the series’ tradition of standout music and sound design, Silent Hill: Homecoming features an original soundtrack by famed composer Akira Yamaoka.
Is this next-gen trip to Silent Hill as scary as its predecessors? Find out in this Silent Hill: Homecoming video review.
To quote the video review: “Silent Hill’s road to re-emergence is filled with its share of bumps, but Homecoming still delivers a solid follow-up worthy of its lineage. And that’s also the problem. The development team has played it safe, delivering a game that maintains the status quo. It will make fans giddy, but those without preconceived notions will find it to be a bit clunky and growing long in the tooth.”
Design — 7.7
Story — 6.9
Gameplay — 7.4
Presentation — 8.8
Overall — 7.7
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Electronic Arts has announced that Dead Space, their upcoming new survival horror game, has gone gold and will ship in North America on October 14 for the Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3. The PC version will ship on October 20. Dead Space will be in stores in Europe on October 24 for the Xbox 360, PlayStation 3 and the PC.
Players who buy the Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 versions of the game within the first two weeks of the game’s release will have the opportunity to download a platform exclusive suit. Xbox 360 fans can download the Xbox-themed Elite Suit* on Xbox LIVE Marketplace and PlayStation 3 fans can download the PlayStation-themed Obsidian Suit* on the PlayStation Network. Both of these suits will feature new looks and increased toughness and inventory slots, to help players fight for survival in the Dead Space universe.
In addition, for Xbox 360 owners in North America, the EA Store is offering a very limited run of 1000 copies of the Dead Space Ultra Limited Edition. This package contains a copy of the game, Dead Space Downfall Animated Movie on DVD, bonus content DVD, 97-page art book, the 160-page graphic novel (which combines all six issues of the Dead Space comics), exclusive lithograph illustrated and individually signed by Ben Templesmith, and an Ishimura crew patch, all sealed in a limited edition Dead Space packaging. The Dead Space Ultra Limited Edition can be ordered through the EA Store and will ship on October 14.
The bold and often bloody Dead Space promises to deliver the ultimate in psychological terror and gruesome cinematic action. Set in the cold blackness of deep space, the atmosphere in Dead Space is soaked with a feeling of tension, dread and sheer terror. In Dead Space, players step into the role of mining engineer Isaac Clarke, an ordinary man on a seemingly routine mission to fix the communications systems aboard a deep space mining ship. It’s not long before Isaac awakes to a living nightmare filled with vicious genetic mutations inside a dead, claustrophobic silence. Now Isaac is cut off, trapped, and engaged in a desperate fight for survival.
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Electronic Arts has announced that Dead Space, their upcoming new survival horror game, has gone gold and will ship in North America on October 14 for the Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3. The PC version will ship on October 20. Dead Space will be in stores in Europe on October 24 for the Xbox 360, PlayStation 3 and the PC.
Players who buy the Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 versions of the game within the first two weeks of the game’s release will have the opportunity to download a platform exclusive suit. Xbox 360 fans can download the Xbox-themed Elite Suit* on Xbox LIVE Marketplace and PlayStation 3 fans can download the PlayStation-themed Obsidian Suit* on the PlayStation Network. Both of these suits will feature new looks and increased toughness and inventory slots, to help players fight for survival in the Dead Space universe.
In addition, for Xbox 360 owners in North America, the EA Store is offering a very limited run of 1000 copies of the Dead Space Ultra Limited Edition. This package contains a copy of the game, Dead Space Downfall Animated Movie on DVD, bonus content DVD, 97-page art book, the 160-page graphic novel (which combines all six issues of the Dead Space comics), exclusive lithograph illustrated and individually signed by Ben Templesmith, and an Ishimura crew patch, all sealed in a limited edition Dead Space packaging. The Dead Space Ultra Limited Edition can be ordered through the EA Store and will ship on October 14.
The bold and often bloody Dead Space promises to deliver the ultimate in psychological terror and gruesome cinematic action. Set in the cold blackness of deep space, the atmosphere in Dead Space is soaked with a feeling of tension, dread and sheer terror. In Dead Space, players step into the role of mining engineer Isaac Clarke, an ordinary man on a seemingly routine mission to fix the communications systems aboard a deep space mining ship. It’s not long before Isaac awakes to a living nightmare filled with vicious genetic mutations inside a dead, claustrophobic silence. Now Isaac is cut off, trapped, and engaged in a desperate fight for survival.
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This 10-minute HD video presentation by Gabe Newell will give a sneak peek at the The Making of Left 4 Dead. The survival-horror PC and Xbox 360 co-operative multiplayer action game is due for release on November 18th in America and November 21st in Europe.
Technical details mentioned include: their development goals, the what and why of the AI Director, the monsters and their animation, physics and AI, and all about the world including graphics and lighting technology.
Click the most-right button for the full-screen HD video!
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