Metroid: Other M Gets Live-Action Spot

With the release of Metroid: Other M only days away, Nintendo of America have taken it upon themselves to run a live-action ad for the upcoming action-adventure. The moody sixty second spot sees a Zero Suit Samus reflecting on her past, and if the commercial is anything to go by, Other M will live up to its promise to deliver the best story-driven experience ever to grace a Metroid title.

Metroid: Other M for the Wii will release later this month in North America (Aug 31), and early next month in Europe (Sept 3).

BioShock Infinite Goes Beyond the Sea

Forget BioShock 2 and get ready for the “true sequel” to the 2007 smash-hit. Irrational Games and Ken Levine dropped jaws this evening with it’s reveal for BioShock Infinite – mouth-watering HD trailer attached. From what we hear the game plays as good as it looks, set pieces are scripted stunningly and the live gameplay demo on hand was “almost too good” according to Eurogamer. Synopsis after the break.

Portal 2 Trailer: It’s Been a Long Time

She’s back! For those upset about the recent Portal 2 delay, this is for you.

Metal Gear: Rising Rips Open E3

Just like last year, in an attempt to rub fanboys up the wrong way, Kojima-san took the stage at Microsoft’s Briefing to shed some light on the latest game in the series, Metal Gear Solid: Rising. The trailer’s tag “Cut at Will” was used as Raiden ripped through enemies and objects with flair, choosing the angles as he went.

One a side note you’d think a sword-based action game would be a perfect fit for Natal Kinect, no? Trailer after the jump. What will you cut? Read More »

LittleBigPlanet 2 Officially Announced

Monday’s sure aren’t what they used to be. Media Molecule started the week with a bang, with the announcement of LittleBigPlanet 2 – heart-melting trailer attached.

Building upon the original, Media Molecule states it’s no longer about just making levels, but entire games. One of the game’s new features, the “Direct Control Seat” is set to offer endless possibilities allowing level creators to map controller buttons to any object or function within a game. Embodied by an actual seat, the control scheme switches the second Sackboy jumps into it. Imagine the community once they get their hands on this expanded toolset.

Gears of War 3 Just Got Official (Trailer)

Last week we saw the Justin Bieber phenomenon kicking ass and taking names, specifically that of our favorite chainsaw wielding game designer, Cliff Blezenski. Being the bigger man, Cliffy pushed up his appointment with Fallon to this evening and boy was it worth the wait. The clanger dropped by Microsoft on Xbox Live last week pretty much confirmed it, and this trailer made it that much more official. Hit the jump for the game’s first trailer. Read More »

Halo: Reach Beta Trailer

Early this morning a Taiwanese site leaked a trailer for the upcoming Halo: Reach beta. While we can’t yet confirm the videos authenticity, it certainly looks real. And by real we mean really promising! Check out the full trailer after the break! Read More »

Super Mario Galaxy 2 Set For Summer

Last year Nintendo broke their age-old rule of one 3D Mario game per generation with the surprise announcement of Super Mario Galaxy 2. Hitting US stores on May 23 and Europe shortly after (June 11), Nintendo don’t seem to be messing around this year. Check out the game’s mouth-watering box art and a brand new trailer after the break. Read More »

Red Dead’s Lasso and Weapons Trailer

Rockstar Games have just released some new screens showcasing Red Dead Redemption‘s lasso. Will you kill or capture your bounty? Play nice and you’ll have the option of hogtying downed enemies to keep that conscience clear, picking up greater rewards later on. Collecting bounty won’t ever go unnoticed, providing Marston with extra cash and goodwill from the local law. Read More »

Bad Company 2 Gets Single-Player Trailer

Early this morning the single-player Battlefield: Bad Company 2 trailer debuted on GameTrailers TV. The episode revealed that the original B Company would be returning, with players stepping back in the shoes of Private Preston Marlowe. Also revealed in the episode, was a new multiplayer demo launching sometime in February. Read More »