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E3 2010: XCOM Screens

Square Enix has just released the first screenshots of its tentatively named Kingdom Hearts 3D. Fans of the franchise will find it looks startlingly similar to the PS2 original, featuring the character models of the first game. Check out all the images after the break.

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Marvel vs. Capcom 2 has always been the fighting game for people who don't like fighting games -- while other titles in the genre offer up split second reaction requirements and deep combo sets, MvC2 focused on flashy graphics and relatively easy moves. While the depth is there if you want to look for it, the focus is on the fun of teaming big shiny Marvel characters up with their Capcom counterparts and slugging it out for as many hits as possible.

We got to see the game at at pre-E3 event a few weeks ago, and along with a nice graphical upgrade and a few control tweaks and character additions, Marvel vs. Capcom 3 continues the tradition well.

Pit's looking ready for action in this new piece of character profile art. Plus, the game's title logo.

E3 2010: Echochrome 2 Screens

Riding a Saber to outer space.

Use these killer pics to get in the zone.

Square-Enix has a brand-new RPG for Nintendo's handheld.

E3 2010: Sid Meier's Civilization V Screens

Victory is sweet but losing is hilarious!

Even though things have changed for Capcom's sequel, Dead Rising 2 -- new developer in Blue Castle Games, new protagonist in Chuck Greene and a new venue that swaps out the tried-and-true mall setting for the glitz and glamor of Las Vegas -- it felt very familiar. From the largely unchanged controls to the helpful security guard passing you updates on your walkie talkie (thankfully, this time around the text is actually legible) on to the survivor escort system, Dead Rising 2 is a sequel in the most literal sense.

ONM will drop with an in depth exclusive on the re-imagining of Goldeneye tomorrow complete with screenshots, details, interviews with the developers and gameplay details. The game tells the Goldeneye story with Daniel Craig as Bond and a modern twist. As with the original, multiplayer will play a big role and will feature 40 [...]

Soccer balls confirmed!

Save these screens from the brink of E3 oblivion by checking them out.

#portal The first Portal was a fun little puzzle game. It looks like Valve is taking the sequel a lot more seriously. More »

Two brutal gameplay modes are revealed: Team Deathmatch and Nuke.

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

Updates

Tank Battles Permanent Price Drop (now $4.99, original price $6.99)
GI Joe: Rise Of Cobra Permanent Price Drop (now $9.99, original price $39.99)
Scrabble Permanent Price Drop (now $9.99, original price $19.99)
Hot Brain Permanent Price Drop (now $9.99, original price $14.99)
Justice League Heroes Permanent Price Drop (now $9.99, original price $14.99)
Aero Racer Permanent Price Drop (now $2.99, original price $4.99)
The Red Star – Sale (now $7.99, original price $14.99)

Downloadable Games

Catan ($6.99)
Welcome to Catan, the smash hit board game, now available on your PlayStation 3 system!
Roll the dice and gather resources to build roads and settlements for points. Be the first to collect 10 points to win! With accessible rules, a different map each match, and a multiple ways to earn points, Catan is enjoyable by both beginners and experts alike.
Catan also supports online play for up to 4 players.
ESRB Rated E
File size: 353 MB

GundeadliGne ($5.99)
Reload for more shooting action with GundeadliGne, an anime-style 2-D scrolling game of the intense indie ‘bullet hell’ genre. Take your place as a mercenary and assist in the effort to prevent the annihilation of mankind by the demons of the underworld. Grab a friend and lock and load! Choose from two player characters, and fight to unlock the third! Choose from 6 Matrix Masters with different abilities to help you along your way.
ESRB Rated E10+
File size: 380 MB

Hitogata Happa ($5.99)
Shoot ‘em up with Hitogata Happa, one of three titles in the Gundemonium Collection — the 2-D anime-style scrolling games in the intense indie ‘bullet hell’ genre. Vertically scrolling upward, the action in this game is a visual mish-mash of bullets, bombs, tanks, laser beams and fireballs that will give your senses a total overload. Collect gems along the way to help you in your mission and defeat the boss at the end of each of the six stages.
ESRB Rated E10+
File size: 590 MB

Gundemonium Recollection ($5.99)
Blast through Gundemonium Recollection, which is assaulting the PlayStation Network in its global debut! This 2-D anime-style game brings the intense indie ‘bullet hell’ genre to your PlayStation 3 computer entertainment system. Choose one of three playable characters or an unlockable fourth! Dominate 5 levels of frenetic gameplay while being bombarded with high-impact weaponry. Three game play modes will keep the non-stop action going!
ESRB Rated E10+
File size: 286 MB

PSone Classics

Final Fantasy IX ($9.99)
On a beautiful blue planet known as Gaia, where the Crystal served as the foundation of all life, the kingdom of Alexandria began invading neighboring nations. Her queen was manipulated by Kuja, a man seen by many as an angel of death.
Zidane, a member of the Tantalus, is joined by unexpected allies as he sets forth on a journey to stop the ensuing war. Thus begins an epic adventure to protect the Crystal and all life on Gaia.
ESRB Rated T
File size: 1.5 GB

Game Demos (free)

Backbreaker Demo
Hit the gridiron and test your football skills in this hard-hitting new demo from 505 Games and Natural Motion Games. Choose to play in full 11-on-11 Exhibition mode, take on challenges in Tackle Alley, or build your skills in a range of training exercises in Training Camp.
ESRB Rated E
File size: 437 MB

Tales Of Monkey Island: Chapter 1 Trial
Sabers, skullduggery, romance!
Play the opening of the saga in the trial, kicking off with a heated battle between the brave but often bumbling Mighty Pirate Guybrush Threepwood and his arch nemesis, the demon pirate LeChuck.
In the full series bundle, Guybrush inadvertently infects the entire Caribbean with his nemesis’ expelled voodoo. Little does he know, his quest to save the isles is part of a much grander, more sinister plot.
ESRB Rated E10+
File size: 227 MB

MLB 10: The Show 3D Demo
Experience a taste of The Show, now in 3D!
ESRB Rated E
File size: 2.9 GB

NCAA Football 11 Demo
Only NCAA Football 11 gives you 120 ways to win! Play the demo which features eight NCAA football teams for a total of four different matchups. Win each game to unlock all eight school’s Nike Pro Combat uniforms for use in the full retail version. Whether you get to run the ‘no-huddle’ spread or walk out of the tunnel locking arms, you will feel the emotion of authentic college football!
ESRB Rated E
File size: 1.74 GB

Add-on Game Content

BUZZ! – Celebrities Quiz Pack ($5.99)
Test your knowledge on the Hollywood’s most popular celebrities! This pack features hundreds of new questions to play in your favorite BUZZ!: Quiz TV and BUZZ!: Quiz World game modes for your PlayStation 3 system. Download this quiz pack today and turn your party into the ultimate trivia showdown.
File size: 52 MB

Super Street Fighter IV: Super Brawler Costume Pack ($3.99)
Download the fifth pack of alternate costumes for Super Street Fighter IV! New costumes for Zangief, E.Honda, Rufus, Abel and El Fuerte are included! Make these characters even more unique with these awesome new costumes! Only available for use with Super Street Fighter IV.
File size: 100 KB

Battefield Bad Company 2 Shortcut Kit – Assault ($6.99)
Packing a heavy punch in both offensive and defensive scenarios, the Assault Kit is one of the most versatile kits in Battlefield: Bad Company 2 multiplayer matches.
With the Assault Kit Short-Cut Pack get immediate access to all the Assault Kit specific unlocks. Includes 6 weapons, 3 specialisations and 3 gadgets.
File size: 100 KB

Battefield Bad Company 2 Shortcut Kit – Engineer ($6.99)
A specialist in destroying and repairing vehicles, the engineer is a valuable asset to have during Battlefield: Bad Company 2 multiplayer battles.
With the Engineer Kit Short-Cut Pack get immediate access to all the Engineer Kit specific unlocks. Includes 7 weapons, 3 specializations and 2 gadgets.
File size: 100 KB

Battefield Bad Company 2 Shortcut Kit – Medic ($6.99)
A crucial member of the team, the medic is capable of not only healing and reviving team-mates but also laying down high volumes of sustained fire against enemy infantry
With the Medic Kit Short-Cut Pack get immediate access to all the Medic Kit specific unlocks. Includes 6 weapons, 5 specializations and 2 gadgets.
File size: 100 KB

Battefield Bad Company 2 Shortcut Kit – Recon ($6.99)
Deadly from long-range, the Recon soldier is the only multiplayer kit which can deliver vehicle-destroying high-explosive charges
With the Recon Kit Short-Cut Pack get immediate access to all the Recon Kit specific unlocks. Includes 6 weapons, 4 specializations and 2 gadgets.
File size: 100 KB

Tiger Wood PGA Tour 11: Emerald Dragon ($9.99)
Grab your clubs and prepare for an epic challenge at The Emerald Dragon! This brand new fantasy course is set in the shadow of Japan’s iconic Mount Fuji. Challenge your strategic game with split fairways, abundant water, and rolling elevation as you wind your way through the course and come face to face with the Emerald Dragon itself!
File size: 139 MB

Record Of Agarest War: Item Pack 19: Almighty Kit ($2.99)
Contains [Sigil Wing], [Rod of Omniscience], and [Haken Meteor]. This breaker, rod, and spear are each believed to have powers beyond imagination. Equip them all, and maybe you can surpass even the gods…
File size: 2.33 MB

Record Of Agarest War: Item Pack 20: Neverland Kit ($2.99)
A set of powerful items that show up in Neverland. A four-piece set that contains [Chicken Ring], [Hiyokomaki], [Core Elemental], and [Wind of Carillon]. It’s like a dream!
File size: 2.33 MB

Record Of Agarest War: Points Pack 6: Additional PP ($9.99)
This will increase your PP by an incredible 3,000PP! PP are shared points for your entire party and can be used to increase anyone’s stats. This might be all you need to create your dream party.
File size: 2.33 MB

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

• “I’m Eighteen” by Alice Cooper ($1.99)
• “School’s Out” by Alice Cooper ($1.99)
• “Welcome To My Nightmare” by Alice Cooper ($1.99)
• Alice Cooper Track Pack ($5.49) – Downloadable Track Pack featuring “I’m Eighteen,” “School’s Out,” and “Welcome To My Nightmare” by Alice Cooper. 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 size: Singles 30 – 49 MB, Track Pack 114 MB

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

• “Crazy Babies” – Ozzy Osbourne ($1.99)
• “Diggin’ Me Down” – Ozzy Osbourne ($1.99)
• “I Don’t Wanna Stop” – Ozzy Osbourne ($1.99)
• “Let Me Hear You Scream” – Ozzy Osbourne ($1.99)
• “No More Tears” – Ozzy Osbourne ($1.99)
• “Soul Sucker” – Ozzy Osbourne ($1.99)
• Ozzy Osbourne Pack 01 ($9.99) – Build your Rock Band library by purchasing this song game track pack: Ozzy Osbourne Pack 01. This pack includes “Crazy Babies”, “Diggin’ Me Down”, “I Don’t Wanna Stop”, “Let Me Hear You Scream”, “No More Tears”, and “Soul Sucker” by Ozzy Osbourne.

Rock Band Network

• “Day Of Mourning” by Despised Icon ($1.99)
• “Demon Woman” by Flight of the Conchords ($1.99)
• “Ikea” by of Jonathan Coulton ($1.99)
• “Never Let You Go ‘09″ by Third Eye Blind ($1.99)
• “The Attitude Song” by Steve Vai ($1.99)

File size: Singles 12 – 58 MB, Track Pack 232 MB

Bundles

Gundemonium Collection ($14.99)
The Gundemonium Collection is making its global PlayStation 3 computer entertainment system debut! The intense indie ‘bullet hell’ genre is invading your PS3 with 3 action-packed titles including Gundemonium Recollection, GundeadliGne, and Hitogata Happa. Each provide non-stop 2-D anime art shooting fun, with their own unique gameplay styles, that will make you want to lock and load over and over again.
File size: 1.23 GB

Tales Of Monkey Island – Full Season Bundle ($19.99)
Telltale and LucasArts bring 5-game epic pirate adventure to PlayStation Network!
Sabers, skullduggery, romance! Tales of Monkey Island has it all!
While battling the evil pirate LeChuck, Guybrush Threepwood inadvertently infects the entire Caribbean with his nemesis’ expelled voodoo. Little does Guybrush know, his quest to the save the isles is part of a much grander, more sinister plot.
File size: 1.04 GB

Battlefield Bad Company 2 Shortcut Kit ($19.99)
Unlock all kit-specific items across the Assault, Engineer, Medic and Recon multiplayer kits in Battlefield: Bad Company 2. Bundle pack also includes the 7 available vehicle unlocks.
File size: 100 KB

Avatars

Super Street Fighter IV Avatars (x2) ($0.49)
File size: 100 – 111 KB

Echochrome Avatars (x4) ($0.49)
File size: 100 KB

Echochrome Avatar Bundle ($1.25)
File size: 400 KB

Game Videos (free)

Blur Sweet Emotion Launch Trailer
File size: 48 MB (HD)

Soldner-X 2: Final Prototype: Gameplay Trailer 1
File size: 89 MB (HD)

Soldner-X 2: Final Prototype: Gameplay Trailer 2
File size: 94 MB (HD)

Soldner-X 2: Final Prototype: Gameplay Trailer 3
File size: 88 MB (HD)

Soldner-X 2: Final Prototype: Gameplay Trailer 4
File size: 88 MB (HD)

Battlefield Bad Company 2 – Onslaught Trailer
File size: 38 MB (HD)

Deathspank – Story Trailer
File size: 59 MB (HD)

Shank – Announce Trailer
File size: 75 MB (HD)

Dragon Ball Raging Blast 2 Trailer 1
File size: 60 MB (HD)

Alpha Protocol Music Video
File size: 53 MB (HD)

Alpha Protocol Thorton Trailer
File size: 58 MB (HD)

Kane & Lynch 2: Dog Days – Cops & Robbers Trailer
File size: 47 MB (HD)

Kane & Lynch 2: Dog Days – Fragile Alliance Trailer
File size: 62 MB (HD)

Kane & Lynch 2: Dog Days – Undercovercop Trailer
File size: 59 MB (HD)

Prince Of Persia: The Forgotten Sands – Cinematic Intro Movie
File size: 90 MB (HD)

Prince Of Persia: The Forgotten Sands – Launch Trailer
File size: 74 MB (HD)

Prince Of Persia: The Forgotten Sands – Sand Army Trailer
File size: 75 MB (HD)

ModNation Racers Launch Trailer
File size: 86 MB (HD), 144 MB (1080)

ModNation Racers Artist Spotlight: Naught Dog
File size: 200 MB (HD), 335 MB (1080)

PlayStation Move Developer Diary Compilation
File size: 142 MB (HD), 209 MB (1080)

GundeadliGne Trailer
File size: 18 MB (SD), 48 MB (HD), 66 MB (1080)

Gundemonium Collection Trailer
File size: 15 MB (SD), 44 MB (HD), 57 MB (1080)

Hitogata Happa Trailer
File size: 16 MB (SD), 43 MB (HD), 57 MB (1080)

Gundemonium Recollection Traler
File size: 14 MB (SD), 39 MB (HD), 51 MB (1080)

PS3 Themes

GundeadliGne Theme (free)
File size: 2.44 MB

Gundemonium Collection Theme (free)
File size: 2.30 MB

Hitogata Happa Theme (free)
File size: 2.05 MB

Gundemonium Recollection Theme (free)
File size: 3.03 MB

Gangsters Premium Theme ($1.99)
File size: 6.61 MB

Western Sky ($1.99)
File size: 3.11 MB

White Knight Chronicles International Edition Black & White Dynamic Theme ($2.99)
File size: 6.90 MB

Wallpapers (free)

Anarchy: Rush Hour Wallpaper
File size: 111 KB (SD), 826 KB (1080)

GundeadliGne Wallpaper
File size: 73 KB (SD), 861 KB (1080)

Gundemonium Collection Wallpaper
File size: 80 KB (SD), 977 KB (1080)

Gundemonium Recollection Wallpaper
File size: 60 KB (SD), 704 KB (1080)

Hitogata Happa Wallpaper
File size: 88 KB (SD), 733 KB (1080)

PlayStation Store for PSP

Game Demos (also available from PS3 Storefront) (free)

Worms: Battle Islands Demo
Get a taste of Worms: Battle Islands in this free demo version of the game! In this demo you can do battle in either the Arctic or Jungle environments, learn the ropes in three separate tutorial stages, play against the computer or a friend in two different multiplayer modes, or test yourself by attempting three different single player campaign missions.
ESRB Rated E10+
File size: 19 MB

PSP Minis (also available from PS3 Storefront)

Express Raider – Minis ($3.99)
ESRB Rated E10+
File size: 4.53 MB

Mahjongg Artificats – Minis ($4.99)
ESRB Rated E
File size: 38 MB

Beam Em Up – Minis ($4.49)
ESRB Rated E
File size: 16 MB

Pallurikio – Minis ($3.99)
ESRB Rated E
File size: 22 MB

History Ice Road Truckers – Minis ($2.99)
ESRB Rated E
File size: 17 MB

Tehra: Dark Warrior – Minis ($4.99)
ESRB Rated T
File size: 50 MB

Gold Fever – Minis ($4.99)
ESRB Rated E
File size: 8.96 MB

Rocks N’ Rockets – Minis ($4.99)
ESRB Rated E
File size: 7.8 MB

Red Bull X-Fighters – Minis ($6.99)
ESRB Rated E
File size: 15 MB

Yetisports – Minis ($4.99)
ESRB Rated E
File size: 7.7 MB

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

Toy Story 3: Aliens ($0.99)
Embark on a dangerous mission, should you choose to accept it. As Buzz Lightyear, you receive an SOS signal from the Aliens. Overcome all odds and enemies to save them.
File size: 6.3 MB

Toy Story 3: Lost In Ghost Town ($0.99)
Jessie is lost in a ghost town. Take Woody and his trusty pal, Bullseye, on a scary adventure to rescue Jessie.
File size: 4.4 MB

Toy Story 3: The Blazing Inferno ($0.99)
A bunch of critters have been trapped by fire. As Sherriff Woody, fight through the blazing inferno and bring them all to safety.
File size: 4.9 MB

Toy Story 3: Zurgbots Factory ($0.99)
After eons of searching, Buzz Lightyear discovers the Zurgbot’s factory on an unlisted planet. Battle your way to the heart of the factory to ruin Zurg’s plans for destruction.
File size: 6.5 MB

LittleBigPlanet PSP – MotorStorm Hessian Stitch Costume (free)
PLAY, CREATE, SHARE…Everywhere.
LittleBigPlanet’s critically acclaimed “PLAY, CREATE, SHARE” experience, makes its way to the PSP system with a completely new Sackboy adventure. Get this free costume from the MotorStorm Hessian Stitch Pack. NOTE: Manual Update required
File size: 1.33 MB

LittleBigPlanet PSP – MotorStorm Stitch Pack ($2.99)
PLAY, CREATE, SHARE…Everywhere. Download a new set of costumes and stickers to create your own MotorStorm levels! The MotorStorm Hessian Stitch Pack includes 4 Costumes and 12 Stickers. NOTE: Manual Update required
File size: 1.5 MB

BUZZ! Quiz World: The ‘00 Quiz ($2.99)
Relive the greatest moments of the first decade of the 2000’s! Laugh and compete with your friends over trivia that defined the 2000’s in this BUZZ!: The ‘00 Quiz pack. This pack features hundreds of new questions to play in any of your favorite BUZZ! Quiz World game modes for your PSP or PSPgo system. Download this quiz pack today and turn your party into the ultimate trivia showdown.
File size: 36 MB

Bundles

Toy Story 3: Bundle Of Fun 4-Pack ($2.99)
Enjoy all 4 mini-adventures for one low price. This bundle includes both mini-adventures from Woody’s Roundup and Buzz Adventures. It’s a bundle of fun!
File size: 22.1 MB

Game Videos (free)

Knights In The Nightmare Teaser Trailer
File size: 8.05 MB

Shin Megami Tensei: Persona 3 Portable Full Trailer
File size: 8.28 MB

Armored Core Last Raven Promo Movie 1
File size: 17 MB

Armored Core Last Raven Promo Movie 2
File size: 19 MB

Dragon Ball Z: Tenkaichi Tag Team Trailer #1
File size: 4.4 MB

ModNation Racers PSP Launch Trailer
File size: 15 MB

PSP Themes (also available from PS3 Storefront)

Knights In The Nightmare Theme (free)
File size: 478 KB

Shin Megami Tensei: Persona 3 Portable Theme (free)
File size: 313 KB

Pinball Heroes Theme – Fat Princess (free)
File size: 514 KB

Pinball Heroes Theme – MotorStorm (free)
File size: 534 KB

Gangsters PSP Theme 5 ($1.49)
File size: 506 KB

Gangsters PSP Theme 6 ($1.49)
File size: 526 KB

Terran Marines PSP Theme 1 ($1.49)
File size: 601 KB

Terran Marines PSP Theme 2 ($1.49)
File size: 630 KB

Say Cheesecake PSP Theme 1 ($1.49)
File size: 277 KB

Say Cheesecake PSP Theme 2 ($1.49)
File size: 285 KB

Don't get mad, get screenshots.

#3ds Nintendo's last 3D console had a Star Fox game on it. It's nice to see the company keeping up tradition. More »

The hit sports series returns.

#breaking Valve's Gabe Newell appeared at Sony's E3 press conference to say Steam is coming to the PlayStation Network, and Portal 2 will be available for the PS3 on the same day it releases for Xbox 360 and PC. More »

Earlier this year, when Slant Six enacted "temporary" layoffs to its studio, reports circulated that it meant the cancellation of a current-gen Star Wars Battlefront title rumored to be in development at the Vancouver-based studio. According to a Joystiq source the April 7, 2010 layoffs were a direct result of Lucasarts canceling production of the online-only title and, in the same fell swoop, the publisher canceled a multiplayer mode said to be included in the upcoming sequel to Star Wars: The Force Unleashed.

The supposedly canceled multiplayer component in Star Wars: The Force Unleashed 2 was said to have been in development separately at Vancouver-based developer Blue Castle Games (currently developing Dead Rising 2 for Capcom) and was set to be included along with the Lucasarts-developed single-player title; similar to the development process of Bioshock 2's multiple game modes.

A Blue Castle representative told Joystiq it does not comment on potential business relationships. Today, during a Star Wars: The Force Unleashed 2 demo, executive producer Haden Blackman told Joystiq that the team "definitely talked about all possible features" for a Force Unleashed sequel but ultimately they decided to focus on a "really solid" single-player experience. Blackman says he personally feels that multiplayer and co-op are "hugely important" and he would be "surprised if we didn't see some multiplayer and co-op somewhere down the line" in the Star Wars: The Force Unleashed franchise.

Specifically addressing the rumored Blue Castle-developed multiplayer mode, Blackman said he "can't talk any specifics about that or even whether they were doing it." A full interview with Blackman is forthcoming.

See the special forces of Medal of Honors' single player campaign

#screengrab One if by land, two if by sea, three if marching past the ESPN Zone promoting Korea-Invades-America video game Homefront More »

Let it rip!

#3ds During Nintendo's E3 press conference earlier today, the Metal Gear Solid series made a surprise appearance courtesy of a short tech demo. Here are some screenshots from that demo. More »

The PlayStation Move controller was just dated and priced following an inspiring speech from pitchman Kevin Butler at Sony's E3 press conference. The peripheral will hit U.S. store shelves on September 19, and will cost $49.99. The "Navigation controller" (formerly titled Sub-Controller) will cost $30. The Move and PlayStation Eye will come with a copy of Sports Champions in a $99.99 bundle. Finally, a bundle coming with a PS3 Slim and the Move controller will hit store shelves on the same date for $399.99.