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03.25.12

Even though Harry Potter mania has pretty much died down with the release of last year’s Deathly Hallows Part 2 film, it’s a “better late than never” situation when it comes to the release of Lego Harry Potter Years 5-7 on PlayStation Vita.  After all, the handheld didn’t have a Lego game to call its own before this came out, and it did pretty well when it came out for consoles last year.  So, yeah, this release makes sense.  And while it’s not as fully featured as we were expecting, it’s a decent port that fans of both the Lego franchise and the Harry Potter series will happily embrace.

02.28.12

NBA All-Star Steve Nash of the Phoenix Suns was asked a lot of trade deadline questions in Orlando. But one thing he enjoyed talking about was his videogame habits. There’s a reason Nash worked with EA Sports on the commercial for FIFA Soccer 12. He only plays FIFA when he’s gaming. Nash talks videogames in this exclusive video interview from Orlando.

02.25.12

Say what you will about Capcom’s practice of releasing a fighting game, and then releasing an improved version of that game months later, but it’s quite effective, giving them time to add characters that make a difference to fighting fans, or adding the key features that will bring in an even bigger audience.  Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3 easily fits into this business pathos, and after creating havoc on consoles a few months back, it’s making its handheld debut on the PlayStation Vita, along with a couple of extra features.  So, is it still good?

02.05.12

When Ghost Trick came out last year for Nintendo DS, it introduced a great, quirky little mystery that stepped aside from the norm, mainly because the main character was the person whose death was being investigated. What followed were plenty of touch-screen shenanigans, along with interesting gameplay elements and an art style belovingly conjured by Phoenix Wright creator Shu Takumi.  But at $30, not many people were willing to take such a leap of faith on the game.  Perhaps they will for $10, now that Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective has landed on iPad and iPhone.

02.03.12

When it released for consoles late last year, Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3 marked some notable improvements over the original, including better fighting balance, extra modes (Galactus!) and the inclusion of some great new characters, such as Phoenix Wright (doesn't even fight, just shuffles papers and unleashes the ULTIMATE SECRETARY) and Ghost Rider.  Those who may have missed out on it, though, will have another chance to check it out, this time on the portable front, as UMVC 3 is set to arrive this month for PlayStation Vita.

08.10.11

THQ has shuttered multiple studios and canceled key game franchises as part of a “strategic realignment” of its internal studio development teams.THQ is in the process of transitioning its portfolio away from licensed kids titles and movie-based entertainment properties for consoles. The company has also killed its MX vs. ATV, deBlob and Juiced franchises. Homefront 2 remains in development, but it's been moved to Montreal.

07.20.11

We knew it was only a matter of time before Capcom would decide to expand its Marvel vs. Capcom 3 universe.  This morning, the company announced that next step, in the form of Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3, set for release this November on Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3.  Along with all the characters and stages from the original game, the quasi-sequel will introduce new stages and characters.  First screens inside!  UPDATE: It looks like the other characters have been leaked!

07.13.11

The National League gets home field advantage in the World Series this year thanks to the pitching of Atlanta Braves MLB All-Star Jair Jurrjens. Along with Braves’ teammates Craig Kimbrel and Jonny Venters, the trio combined to throw 2 2/3 shutout innings at Chase Field. Jurrjens was at the MLB All-Star Fan Fest to checkout Sony’s new PlayStation 3 game, MLB 11: The Show. He talks about 3D baseball video games and what he likes to play when he’s not on the mound in this exclusive video interview below.

07.08.11

NEW YORK – Before the NBA lockout, Markieff Morris was able to celebrate his graduation from a championship run at the University of Kansas to the pros. Morris, who was born seven minutes ahead of twin brother Marcus, was chosen with the 13th pick by the Phoenix Suns – just ahead of his little brother. The 6-foot-9, 245-pound power forward took some time to talk about his skills with the sticks and what it’s going to be like to see himself in NBA 2K12 in this exclusive video interview.

05.27.11
 If there's one person you don't want to cross in the courtroom, it would have to be Phoenix Wright. He and his assistant Maya Fey can definitely put any case to rest once they put enough elbow grease into it. While he has been winning court cases on the Nintendo DS, Phoenix Wright has made plans to take his talents elsewhere. On Capcom's blog, it has been announced that there will be a Phoenix Wright movie out in Japan, expected to premiere in the Spring of 2012.
02.20.11
LOS ANGELES, California – Before the slam dunks and alley oops of the 60th NBA All-Star Game that brought Hollywood and basketball together, Chicago Bulls star Derrick Rose took to the practice court at the NBA Jam Session at the LA Convention Center. The avid gamer worked with 2K Sports last year and helped NBA 2K10 cover athlete Kobe Bryant award a $10,000 check to the best Xbox 360 gamer in Dallas before last year’s All-Star game at Cowboys Stadium. Rose talks about his gaming habits in this exclusive video interview.
03.28.10

With Randy Orton scheduled to be part of Wrestlemania 26 in Phoenix, Arizona as part of the Legacy Triple Threat Match against Cody Rhodes and Ted DiBiase, the WWE Superstar took a breather before making history to talk videogames. Orton is one of over 50 professional wrestlers in THQ’s Smackdown vs. RAW 2010, which is available for all game systems. The game allows WWE fans full creative control over the gameplay, including the ability to create superstars and their in-the-ring finishing moves. There are also new Superstar vs. Diva matches and online Royal Rumble matches. To keep things updated with the always-evolving WWE TV programming, gamers can now update costumes to keep the virtual matches on par with the live events.

02.28.10

Nintendo DS gamers are about to get another chance at solving interactive crime with the latest Japanese translation from the bestselling franchise, Ace Attorney Investigations: Miles Edgeworth. This is the first game to star Mile Edgeworth, which adds a new twist to the gameplay perspective. Motohide Eshiro, producer of the game at Capcom, talks about what’s in store for gamers in this exclusive interview.

02.12.10

DALLAS, Texas -- Inside the exclusive Player's Lounge at the Hyatt Regency in a snow-covered Dallas, Texas, some of the biggest names in the NBA are getting custom PSP Go portable gaming devices. Sony had had success with its partnership with Gallagher Designs, making some of the biggest names in sports the proud owners of custom gaming consoles.

02.03.10

Reflecting its increasing emphasis on digital distribution to build brands and drive growth, THQ Inc. has refocused its Juice Games and Rainbow Studios development studios on the creation of games for digital distribution and has renamed them THQ Digital Studios Warrington and THQ Digital Studios Phoenix.

11.05.09

Devin Harris (New Jersey Nets) has seen it all on the court – including an amazing half-court, game-winning shot this season – and off. Harris has been playing videogames since the days of Electronic Arts’ Lakers vs. Celtics and Bulls vs. Blazers. The NBA All-Star took some time out from the NBA hardwoods to talk about why today’s videogames like NBA Live 10 and NBA Live 2K10 are realistic enough to be used as coaching tools in the NBA in this exclusive interview.

03.14.09

PHOENIX, Arizona -- Over 50 Major League Baseball players took a break from spring training in the Cactus League to go to bat for a good cause. They took part in the 2K Sports Home Run Derby without ever breaking a sweat. The entire competition was held on 16 Xbox 360 game consoles using the latest 2K Sports baseball simulation, Major League Baseball 2K9.