coloradojoe

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02/04/08

August? Are you serious?

I can't believe I haven't posted anything since August of last year. What a lazy bastard I am. And no, I really don't have a great excuse. I've just been busy. Aside from writing for my newspaper I recently started doing some freelance work for GamePro and OXM. So I have that going for me, which is good. I also recently interviewed Adam Sessler (which should be posted on this site sometime soon) and I'm taking a tour of the Sony Online Entertainment office in Denver later this month. All in all, some good stuff going on for me professionally. But who cares - what about that Super Bowl?

I'm not a Pats fan, I live in Colorado, but I feel for them after that collective football to the groin they took after losing to the Giants last night. That game was almost Shakespearianly tragic. To get all the way to 18-0, to see the light and the end of the tunnel and then to have it all fall apart is just heart breaking. If that happened to the Broncos, I'd have jumped off a bridge by now. Now I understand that New England fans have gotten pretty obnoxious and cocky (read any pre-super bowl Bill Simmons article on espn.com if you don't believe me) but to have this happen to them is devastating because no one will EVER forget the outcome of this game. My brother in law is from Peabody, MA, talks like Mayor Diamond Joe Quimby and is a life long Pats fan and I can't even make fun of him. I feel like I should send him some flowers or something for his loss. How can you give someone a hard time after something like that?

-Terry Terrones

www.springsgamer.blogspot.com

Posted by coloradojoe @ 10:13 pm EDT | Permalink | 0 Comments

08/01/07

Xbox 360 price drop

Price drop confirmed ? - Video game secrets are about as well kept as details of Lindsay Lohan's drinking habits, so when rumors of an Xbox 360 price drop started swirling around the net almost a week ago, it wasn't exactly a surprise when proof started to appear. First there was a Best Buy circular scan floating around, then a Toys R Us circular. Now this Circuit City ad seems to finalize what Microsoft has been "no comment"ing on for the past few days. The new prices, seen in the above circular will go into effect August 12.

Terry Terrones

www.springsgamer.blogspot.com

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07/29/07

Lost videogame trailer

That's right, I spelled the word 'videogame' as one word. Why? Its in a soon to be published video game writing style guide, part of which was written by Dave Thomas (no, not the founder of Wendy's), a friend of mine whose the gaming guy at the Denver Post, but that's beside the point.

After missing out on any information on the "Lost" videogame at E3, the trailer for it debuted this week at Comicon. Jack, Sawyer and Locke are shown in the clip but judging from the video, there's no Kate. What's up with that?!? I can live without whiny ass Charlie in a "Lost" videogame, but no Kate? I don't think so. Head here http://www.gametrailers.com/player/22761.html to take a peek at the trailer. I just hope this game doesn't suck like the X-Files game did.

www.springsgamer.blogspot.com

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07/24/07

Universe at War: Earth Assault Beta

In case you're interested, here's the pertinent info on SEGA's RTS, "Universe at War: Earth Assault" beta.

What is it: The Universe at War Beta is a closed public beta test of the near-final code for the game. It gives fans, community, press the opportunity to play the game in multiplayer mode.

When do signups begin: Signups officially begin on July 23.

When will signups end: Signups will end August 15.

Where can players sign up: Gamers can sign up at the official website, at http://www.sega.com/gamesite/universeatwar/.

Who can join: Anyone can apply to join the beta by signing up at the official signup page at http://www.sega.com/gamesite/universeatwar/. SEGA is taking the first 8,000 gamers that sign up on the official signup pages.

How are beta testers selected: The first 8000 people that sign up will be given spots in the beta. After signups end, the first 8,000 will be notified by email invitation that they have been chosen to participate in the beta.

How will invitees join the beta: Beta invitees will be sent an email with a unique code, instructions on where to download the client, instructions on how to install and play the game, and instructions on how to provide feedback. Beta recruits will also be asked to create a Sega.com account to receive exclusive Universe at War content when the game launches.

Beta test purpose: The purpose of the beta test is twofold: 1) as a development tool to playtest and balance the game, and 2) as a way to get gamers and RTS fans excited about Universe at War: Earth Assault.

What is the official start date of the beta: The beta starts on August 17. That is when those beta recruits selected can connect to the beta servers and begin playing the game.

When does the beta end: The beta ends on September 16. Beta testers will have their copies of the game timed out so that it is no longer playable after 30 days.

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07/19/07

One for the thumb

I don't know what's worse, this idea or the fact that I'm 99.9% sure I'm going to order it.

REDWOOD CITY, Calif., - July 16, 2007 – Electronic Arts Inc and Jostens. Inc. today announced that the highly anticipated Madden NFL 08 for next generation consoles will give players the opportunity to extend the Madden NFL 08 experience to the real world by giving them the ability to purchase their own custom-designed “Ring of a Champion”. Based on the player’s Madden Gamer Level, the Ring of a Champion showcases the progress of a Madden NFL 08 gamer, and each ring can be customized to recognize the player advancements through the game. These rings are a direct representation of a player’s achievements and game skills. Madden NFL 08 will be available for purchase beginning August 14.

“We wanted our gamers to have something tangible to recognize their achievements within Madden NFL 08 and we kept coming back to Super Bowl rings,” said Madden NFL 08 Lead Producer David Ortiz. “We wanted to remain authentic to the real Super Bowl ring therefore we forged a great partnership with Jostens to allow our gamers to proudly display their Madden NFL 08 skills.”

The Ring of a Champion series will serve as a visual tracking system for a player’s success within the game. As Madden NFL 08 gamers accomplish various achievements, they will progress through five different levels. Once a player has reached level three, the ring can be purchased through Jostens’ website utilizing the code provided within game. In addition to the 32 NFL team logos players can incorporate into their ring, the tops and sides of the rings can also be customized. If a player is able to execute an extraordinary achievement they can obtain the Epic ring status, which allows for enhanced design and uniqueness.

“We know that Madden NFL players are passionate about their game and take pride in their skills,” said Mike Bailey, president and CEO, Jostens. Inc. “We’ve had fun designing the rings with EA and hope they add a new dimension of reward to the game.”

www.springsgamer.blogspot.com

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