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#pc An article on GamePro.com uses the controversy of Assassin's Creed II's PC copy-protection requirements to discuss the ceaseless debate over Digital Rights Management. Simple question: What would the perfect DRM be? That would make everyone happy? More »

#bioware Mass Effect 2 owners—specifically, original owners—will get all new downloadable content via the game's Cerberus Network, with five new missions coming next month in the "Firewalker" pack. More »

#wii Remember when someone stared at the Super Mario Galaxy a little too long, deciphering the hidden message "U R MR GAY" cleverly encoded by Nintendo's cheeky box art designers? Well, Nintendo has nipped that in the bud for the sequel. More »

Seattle-based publisher comprised of powerhouse talent from Blizzard Entertainment, Microsoft, Electronic Arts, ArenaNet, and NCsoft.

BioWare has detailed another dose of Mass Effect 2 DLC, dubbed the "Firewalker" pack. The upcoming release includes five missions featuring the Hammerhead vehicle, according to an update on the Cerberus Network page, part of the official Mass Effect site. BioWare co-founder Greg Zeschuk described the Hammerhead as a "hover tank," during a recent interview with Joystiq, adding, "It's not a wheeled vehicle, so it's going to have a bit of a different control scheme" than the much-maligned Mako vehicle featured constantly in Mass Effect 1.

On the website, the Hammerhead is promoted as "a heavy assault vehicle that hovers over the battlefield at up to 120 kilometers per hour [75 mph] and features a guided missile system ensuring accuracy even during aggressive maneuvering." In other words, it's everything the Mako wasn't -- and it's optional.

The Firewalker DLC pack is scheduled for a "late March" release and will be accessible free of charge through the Cerberus Network in-game delivery system. Of course, nothing's really "free" when it's got Cerberus' shady name attached to it, is it, Mr. Illusive Man?

[Thanks Runyon C!]

Samus gets bolstered with new talents and weapons in Other M.

An explosion of creativity hits the Mario galaxy, and we get the details from Senior Product Specialist Nate Williams from Nintendo of America.

#gay "Valet Hustle," a game currently available for iPhone and iPod Touch, is novel in that its playable characters have a gay-positive backstory that is completely independent of the gameplay's purpose. In other words, it's about gay people doing ordinary things. More »

Play as Masamune Date in this Japanese gameplay from Sengoku Basara 3.

Play as Otani Yoshitsu in this Japanese gameplay from Sengoku Basara 3.

Play as Magoichi Saika in this Japanese gameplay from Sengoku Basara 3.

Play as Tokugawa Ieyasu in this Japanese gameplay from Sengoku Basara 3.

Play as Tokugawa Ieyasu in this Japanese gameplay from Sengoku Basara 3.

We’ve seen an official trailer and a b-roll trailer, and now you can check out some comparison shots that show things in a different light. Thanks to Azulblur for the heads up!

Nintendo has released all new media of Metroid: Other M, the Team Ninja and Nintendo developed Wii game that tells a more "revealing, personal story" than previous Metroid games, including Other M's...

Hi Everyone – It’s time for the weekly PlayStation Store Update.

Price Updates Super Street Fighter II Turbo HD Remix Sale, One Week Only! (now $7.49, original price $14.99) Hero of Sparta PSP mini Permanent Price Drop (now $4.99, original price $6.99) Let’s Golf PSP mini Permanent Price Drop (now $4.99, original price $6.99) Warhawk Sale, Ends on 3/11 (now $14.99, original price $29.99) Warhawk Booster DLC Bundle, End on 3/11 (now $9.99, regular price $15.99) Warhawk Fallen Star, Broken Mirror, & Omega Dawn DLC Sale, Ends on 3/11 (now $4.99, original price $7.99) Downloadable Games

Greed Corp. ($9.99)
Why share when you can have it all? Greed Corp is an online multiplayer strategy game in which you battle for dominance over a world once rich in resources. In order to prevail, you must exhaust all remaining resources to build an army, and use the depleted collapsing terrain to your advantage. An extensive campaign mode and multiple unlockables prepare you to take the battle online.
ESRB Rated E
File size: 300 MB

The Tester

The Tester Episode 2 “Communication Breakdown” (free)
Legendary game designer David Jaffe joins the panel to evaluate the gamers in their first team challenge testing their ability to communicate (using human hamster balls, blindfolds, and a bullhorn).
File size: 302 MB (SD) 809 MB (HD)

PSone Classics

Grandia ($9.99)
Take the role of Justin, a young boy obsessed with becoming a great adventurer, who inherits a magic stone that leads him on an epic journey to uncover the mystery of a long lost civilization in this classic RPG. Meet an exciting cast of characters who join you along the way and unravel the mysteries of this ancient legend. Download this critically-acclaimed PS one RPG and experience the epic adventure today!
ESRB Rated E
File size: 851 MB

Game Demos (free)

God of War III Demo
God of War III finds Kratos raining carnage and destruction upon the Gods who have betrayed him and the entire Ancient Greek world. Armed with his deadly double-chained blades, Kratos will take on mythology’s darkest creatures while solving intricate puzzles on his merciless quest to destroy Olympus and the mighty Zeus himself.
ESRB Rated M
File size: 2.61 GB

Darksiders Demo
Battle through the complete first dungeon of Darksiders, with over 90 minutes of gameplay. Take on Hell’s demon hordes, explore the catacombs of the forsaken Twilight Cathedral, and face off against the hideous Bat Queen, Tiamat.
ESRB Rated M
File size: 1.35 GB

DiggerHD Demo
DiggerHD updates the 1980’s PC classic with a next-generation, 21st Century facelift while maintaining classic gameplay. Control the feisty little construction vehicle and burrow its way through the perils of an underground world. Players dig through the dirt to create paths, collect jewels and coins, avoid monsters and falling bags of gold in single and multiplayer modes. Try this free demo version now!
ESRB Rated E
File size: 49 MB

Add-on Game Content

UNCHARTED 2: Among Thieves Drake’s Fortune MP Map Pack ($3.99)
Return to the locations that made UNCHARTED: Drake’s Fortune so great with The “Drake’s Fortune Multiplayer Map Pack” for UNCHARTED 2: Among Thieves online multiplayer modes.
File size: 157 MB

UNCHARTED 2: Among Thieves Drake’s Fortune MP Skin Pack ($2.99)
The “Drake’s Fortune Multiplayer Skin Pack” includes six classic character skins as they appeared in UNCHARTED: Drake’s Fortune.
File size: 312 KB

UNCHARTED 2: Among Thieves Drake’s Fortune MP Pack (bundle) ($5.99)
Grab the “The Flooded Ruins” and “The Facility” maps, as well as six classic character skins as they appeared in UNCHARTED: Drake’s Fortune. Play as Drake, Elena, Eddie Raja, Atoq Navarro, Gabriel Roman, or mercenary grunt Javier.
File size: 157 MB

LittleBigPlanet White Knight Chronicles Costume Pack ($5.99)
The best thing about Sackboy is that you can make him look and act exactly how you want. Download this Costume Kit to add four White Knight Chronicles outfits to your collection: Leonard, the White Knight, the Black Knight and the Dragon Knight.
NOTE: to download this Costume Kit, you must already own LittleBigPlanet.
File size: 1.04 MB

LittleBigPlanet White Knight Chronicles Black Knight Costume ($1.99)
The best thing about Sackboy is that you can make him look and act exactly how you want. Download this additional costume to really stand out from the crowd!
NOTE: to download this costume, you must already own LittleBigPlanet
File size: 1.04 MB

LittleBigPlanet White Knight Chronicles Dragon Knight Costume ($1.99)
The best thing about Sackboy is that you can make him look and act exactly how you want. Download this additional costume to really stand out from the crowd!
NOTE: to download this costume, you must already own LittleBigPlanet
File size: 1.04 MB

LittleBigPlanet White Knight Chronicles Leonard Costume ($1.99)
The best thing about Sackboy is that you can make him look and act exactly how you want. Download this additional costume to really stand out from the crowd!
NOTE: to download this costume, you must already own LittleBigPlanet
File size: 1.04 MB

LittleBigPlanet White Knight Chronicles White Knight Costume ($1.99)
The best thing about Sackboy is that you can make him look and act exactly how you want. Download this additional costume to really stand out from the crowd!
NOTE: to download this costume, you must already own LittleBigPlanet
File size: 1.04 MB

Borderlands Secret Armory ($9.99)
The Secret Armory of General Knoxx is an addon pack for Borderlands that adds new guns, new Class Mods, new vehicles, new missions, new enemy types, and increases the level cap to 61. In other words…best addon ever. Of all time. Forever. The End. ELEVEN!
File size: 1.65 GB

Dante’s Inferno Animated Film Dante Costume ($1.99)
Dress Dante as one of the heroes from Starz Media’s animated feature film based on EA’s Dante’s Inferno video game.
File size: 6.15 MB

FIFA 10 Ultimate Team (English, Spanish, French) ($4.99 each)
Build your own Ultimate Team with all your favorite football stars, choose to manage one or multiple squads & then compete in dynamically updated online tournaments.
File sizes: 670 MB – 676 MB

Operation Flashpoint Dragon Rising Overwatch Pack ($4.99)
Download the ‘Overwatch’ DLC pack for Operation Flashpoint: Dragon Rising, featuring two new game-changing multiplayer modes and Fire Team Engagements (FTEs) – Friendly Skies and Hostile Takeover.
File size: 6.77 MB

Valkyria Chronicles Challenge of the Edy ($4.99)
Experience an enthralling new chapter in the critically acclaimed tactical RPG, VALKYRIA CHRONICLES, with an exciting expansion pack! Join the members of the Edy Detachment as they venture through 6 new maps of unique skirmish battles, each designed to feature a different soldier class; the scout, lancer, sniper, engineer, shocktrooper and the tank.
File size: 84 MB

Guitar Hero 5
For all song credits please visit www.guitarhero.com.

“Can You Take Me” by Third Eye Blind ($1.99) “Losing a Whole Year” by Third Eye Blind ($1.99) “Never Let You Go” by Third Eye Blind ($1.99) Third Eye Blind Track Pack ($5.49) – Downloadable Track Pack featuring “Can You Take Me”, “Losing A Whole Year”, and “Never Let You Go” by Third Eye Blind, Please Note: Many songs are available both as singles and as part of a Track Pack, so please carefully consider your purchases before downloading.

File sizes: 33 MB – 42 MB (singles), 108 MB (track pack)

Rock Band
Build your Rock Band library by purchasing these song game tracks. For song credits, visit www.RockBand.com.

“Distracted”— KSM ($1.99) “Walking on the Moon”— The Police ($1.99) “Heartkiller”— HIM ($1.99) “Ode to Solitude”— HIM ($1.99) “Wings of a Butterfly”— HIM ($1.99) “Just For Tonight” – HIM ($1.99) “The Dope Show” – HIM ($1.99) HIM Pack 1 ($5.49)- Build your Rock Band library by purchasing this song game track pack: HIM Pack 01. This pack includes “Heartkiller,” “Ode to Solitude,” and “Wings of a Butterfly” by HIM.

File sizes: 26 MB – 32 MB (singles), 89 MB (track pack)

Game Videos (free)

PlayStation 3 TV Commercial – “Grandma”
File size: 23 MB (HD) 37 MB (1080)

MLB 10: The Show Reveal Trailer
File sizes: 60 MB (HD) 100 MB (1080)

SOCOM Fireteam Bravo 3 Launch Trailer
File size: 70 MB (HD) 118 MB (1080)

MAG “Dear PlayStation” Spot
File size: 22 MB (HD) 36 MB (1080)

MAG: How To – Leadership Overview
File size: 70 MB (HD) 118 MB (1080)

MAG: How To – OIC
File size: 70 MB (HD) 118 MB (1080)

MAG: How To – Platoon Leader
File size: 58 MB (HD) 97 MB (1080)

MAG: How To – Squad Leader
File size: 57 MB (HD) 97 MB (1080)

Yakuza 3 Dev Diary 1
File size: 143 MB (HD)

Dragon Age: Origins Awakening Trailer
File size: 61 MB (HD)

War Machine Trailer
File size: 42 MB (HD)

Sonic & Sega All-Stars Racing All-Star Moves Trailer
File size: 43 MB (HD)

PS3 Themes

MLB 10: The Show Themes (Diamondbacks, Orioles, Red Sox, Rockies, Dodgers, Yankees, Padres, Giants, Rays, and Blue Jays) (free)
File sizes: 2.56 MB – 2.61 MB

MAG SVER Dynamic Theme ($2.99)
File size: 6.25 MB

MAG Raven Dynamic Theme ($2.99)
File size: 2.55 MB

MAG Valor Dynamic Theme ($2.99)
File size: 5.42 MB

Abstracted Theme ($1.49)
File size: 8.48 MB

Irish Flags Theme ($1.99)
File size: 5.57 MB

Wallpaper (free)

Madden NFL 11 Contest Wallpapers (x3) (Drew Brees, Jared Allen and Reggie Wayne)
File sizes: 325 KB – 337 KB (SD) 1.70 MB – 1.81 MB (HD)

PlayStation Store for PSP Downloadable Games (also available from PS3 Storefront)

echoshift ($14.99)
echoshift redefines puzzle games with a new game play mechanic that challenges you to manipulate time and be in multiple places at once! Solve puzzles by layering your decisions to push switches, bridge gaps, and more. You’ll have to think quickly and use your past decisions in this artistically stylized world, available exclusively on the PSP system.
ESRB Rated E
File size: 148 MB

GTI Club Supermini Festa! ($29.99)
GTI Club Supermini Festa! shifts its way to download on the PSP and PSPgo systems! Staying true to the original racing frenzy of the award-winning arcade game, players will race through the cityscapes of France, the UK, Italy, USA and Japan. Tackle a wide variety of driving conditions in the ultimate race to the finish!
ESRB Rated E
File size: 188 MB

PSP minis (also available from PS3 Storefront)

Retro Cave Flyer ($4.99)
File size: 16 MB

The Terminator ($6.99)
File size: 11 MB

Age of Zombies ($4.99)
File size: 21 MB

PSP Game Demos (free)

The Eye of Judgment Legends Demo
File size: 397 MB

Add-On Game Content (also available from PS3 Storefront)

BUZZ! Quiz World PSP Comedy Pack ($2.99)
From the world famous National Geographic archives comes the ultimate African wildlife quiz. This BUZZ! Quiz World PSP quiz pack features hundreds of new questions about African wildlife to play in any of your favorite BUZZ! Quiz World PSP game modes. Download this quiz pack today and turn your party into the ultimate trivia showdown. Challenge friends and family and “Show ‘em Your Trivia!”
File size: 68 MB

Metal Slug XX Leona Playable Character ($0.99)
The Online Entitlement is used to activate the online / infrastructure features of SOCOM: U.S. Navy SEALs Fireteam Bravo 3. For those purchasing the game second-hand, the entitlement will need to be purchased and entered into a PSN account prior to activating the infrastructure co-op and multiplayer features. The entitlement will be tied to purchasing PSN account and cannot be used by another account.
File size: 1.1 MB

Game Videos (free)

The Tester Episode 2
File size: 129 MB

SOCOM Fireteam Bravo 3 Launch Trailer
File size: 11 MB

PSP Themes (also available from PS3 Storefront)

MLB 10: The Show PSP Themes (Diamondbacks, Orioles, Red Sox,Rockies, Dodgers, Yankees,Padres, Giants, Rays, and Blue Jays) (free)
File sizes: 587 – 598 KB

Irish Shamrock Flag PSP Theme ($1.49)
File size: 427 KB

Irish Flags PSP Theme ($1.49)
File size: 408 KB

Firewalker Pack due to hit late next month on Cerberus Network.

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So, there it is: the Skate 3 box art. There certainly is a lot less white space this time around, eh?

Along with that, EA's also sent over a new developer diary and a handful of new screens for you to look at. The developer diary offers a look at the clean, wide-open spaces of the University district in Port Carverton -- an area not only home to various ledges and long staircases, but it's also the new resting place of the Mega Park, the series' ongoing hot-spot for huge, ridiculous air and impossible drop-ins. Head past the break to check it out.

Don’t you just hate the ugly covers that publishers put out for re-released games in their budget lineups? They stand out like sore thumb. Oh wait…that cover is removable, and the cover underneath is nearly identical to the original release? Wow, way to go Nintendo!

#rockstar A deputy, a teacher, a snake-oil salesman. Five more screenshots from Rockstar introduce you to some of those you'll meet on your western travels in Red Ded Redemption, due out at the end of April. More »

More than 12,000 of you voted on the best games of 2009, so what came out on top?

#northamerica Hurry, get yourself to your PlayStation 3 and download the God of War III demo before everyone else starts putting a hurtin' on the PlayStation Network. Actually, there's a lot of new stuff on the PlayStation Store this week. More »

More than 12,000 of you voted on the best games of 2009, so what came out on top?

More than 12,000 of you voted on the best games of 2009, so what came out on top?

More than 12,000 of you voted on the best games of 2009, so what came out on top?

[Erwan Cario]
If imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, EA's marketing team (at least the one that handles the company's French ads) was really, really trying to flatter the French military with its latest Bad Company 2 ads. Adopting the slogan "Devenez Plus Que Vous-Meme" for its website ("Be More Than Yourself"), EA has seemingly borrowed the French military's strikingly similar "Devenez Vous Meme" ("Be Yourself.")

"We are clearly in a situation of abuse of slogan ... So far, our campaign is working very well, we have very good returns," French army general Philippe Pontiès told Écrans. Allegedly, the posters will be altered sometime in the coming weeks, with the French military and EA reaching an agreement amenably. Perhaps unsurprisingly, EA has chosen not to comment.

[Via GamePolitics]