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This week's Virtual Console release should please fans of intense shmups, because that's exactly what Ironclad is! It's quite the example of how to make a really fun and intense shoot-em-up -- yet, many may be a bit apprehensive due to its hefty price tag. Well, that's what VC in Brief is for! Sample the game for yourself in our video above and decide if it's worth your double sawbuck.

• Ironclad (Neo Geo, 1-2 players, 1,000 Wii Points)

Every week, we like to check out what's new on the Virtual Console. We offer VC in Brief as a sort of taste to help you decide whether or not you would want the game in question. We also toss in our own two cents because we're pushy jerks like that.

Are there gamers out there that want the original Final Fantasy translated into Latin? Well, there are at least two fans out there…and they’ve taken on this huge task. Of course, you’ll have to play via ROM to experience this translation, but something tells me that Square-Enix isn’t too worried about lost dollars [...]

I'm glad to see that Earthlings are still so charmingly racist.

What Modern Warfare 2, BioShock 2, and Mario tell us about the eternal footman.

What Modern Warfare 2, BioShock 2, and Mario tell us about the eternal footman.

What Modern Warfare 2, BioShock 2, and Mario tell us about the eternal footman.

What Modern Warfare 2, BioShock 2, and Mario tell us about the eternal footman.

What Modern Warfare 2, BioShock 2, and Mario tell us about the eternal footman.

This week's Nintendo Channel update features one half of 2D Boy, the indie developer responsible for the very fun World of Goo. Using WarioWare D.I.Y., he makes a neat goo-inspired mini-game. The difference between his video and Sakurai's and Sakamoto's is that Carmel makes it look way easier. Good job, Ron!

Head past the break for the full list of this week's content.

It's not an ideal representation of 3D Realms' legendary project, but leaked footage is the only format in which Duke Nukem Forever is likely to reach the outside world following the studio's legal turmoil. A new fan-made compilation video, which has been uploaded to YouTube (and embedded after the break), provides a few new glimpses at Duke's never-ended extermination road trip across America.

In addition to the video, All Games Beta also hosts some alleged screenshots of the first-person shooter -- and odd third-person truck driver, apparently.

[Via VG247]

One bullet is all it takes.

#dlc An April 6 release for Mass Effect 2's "Kasumi" DLC is hardly a secret or a surprise. If nothing else, this video reminds you to get your grubby paws on it tomorrow. More »

Put up your fist and get ready to fight.

One of the worst basketball games that you'll hopefully never play.

If you happened to buy the Modern Warfare 2 "Stimulus Package" map pack immediately upon launch, you got problems first, and maps later. To get over the complications caused by your attempted Mapathy treatment, Microsoft's Larry "Major Nelson" Hryb announced that day-one buyers of the map pack will receive a free week of Gold Xbox Live membership. "Check your Live messages," according to Major Nelson, for notice of the reward.

Even if every single person who ever bought the Stimulus Package already has a Gold membership, now you have it for a week longer! And for nothing but a minor inconvenience.

The bigger they are, the harder they fall.

Two more Spider-Men are needed for the next game. Here are our picks.

#nintendo This summer, Nintendo will ship software for the Nintendo DS that's missing something seen on every other game the company publishes—a rating from the Entertainment Software Ratings Board. 100 Classic Books is rated.... nothing. More »

If you happened to buy the Modern Warfare 2 "Stimulus Package" map pack immediately upon launch, you got problems first, and maps later. To get over the complications caused by your attempted Mapathy treatment, Microsoft's Larry "Major Nelson" Hryb announced that day-one buyers of the map pack will receive a free week of Gold Xbox Live membership. "Check your Live messages," according to Major Nelson, for notice of the reward.

Even if every single person who ever bought the Stimulus Package already has a Gold membership, now you have it for a week longer! And for nothing but a minor inconvenience.

It won't be delayed again. We have proof!

The PlayStation Store is continuing to expand its offering of game soundtracks. In addition to the recently released Heavy Rain soundtrack, the PlayStation Store will update with the soundtrack to Flower this week. Best of all, it's a steal -- $2.99/€1.99/£1.59.

A key aspect of Flower's allure was it's interactivity, something that this pre-recorded soundtrack won't be able to offer. We do have a helpful alternative, though. Download the OST to your MP3 player, and then just start running through your neighbor's garden, ripping all the flower pedals you see. It'll feel just like the game.

The slick 2D fighter goes pocket-sized. Does it make sacrifices along the way?

#politics Switzerland recently passed two acts meant to clamp down on violent video games, but has yet to enact them while the government determines the standards under which a game considered too violent. Apparently, only 12 titles would fit the description. More »

A portion of a RunDLC review… What’s good about WarioWare: D.I.Y. Showcase is that it’s fun to play, whether you own the DS version or not. Sure, you’ll be missing out on some features if you just go with the downloadable game. However, the Mix All multiplayer mode and assortment of games will make [...]

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#deals Microsoft adds Bizarre Creations' Geometry Wars Retro Evolved 2 to the list of limited-time Xbox Live Arcade deals, knocking 50% off the regular asking price. Cold consolation for anyone looking for a Geometry Wars 3, but a deal nonetheless. [Marketplace.Xbox.com] More »