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Hey, do you like Devil May Cry? Because during the Konami press conference, the publisher announced a new action game very much in the same vein of Capcom's series. It's called NeverDead and currently under development at Rebellion Studios. Even more interesting is that Shinta Nojiri, whose last game was Metal Gear Acid 2 for the PSP, is designing it.

The game utilizes an interesting mechanic: immortality. It turns out the characters cannot die. The example shown during the press conference had a hero getting dismembered and physically pulling himself back together, into one piece. Gruesome!

There was no mention of specific platforms.

Konami has just announced a brand new Silent Hill game for Playstation 3 and Xbox 360 coming next year in 2011. Apparently it will have an escaped prisoner finding the town of Silent Hill, which is a little surprising. Haven't they closed the doors and locked the locks on that place yet? Every other year, it's somebody wandering in there to be chased down by evil nurses or pyramid heads, or whatever else they've come up with.

The game will have a brand new composer, Dan Licht, known for his work on the television show Dexter. He's replacing Akira Yamaoka, longtime composer and sound designer, who recently left for Grasshopper Manufacture. We'll look for the game in 2011, and in the meantime, please, everybody. If the sign says Silent Hill, just turn around and head back to the interstate.

You know the release date. Now find out what you'll be getting.

You'll have a raging blast checking out these images.

*Image not actually representative of game. Seriously.

DanceMasters is a new dancing game from the team responsible for the DanceDanceRevolution series. Unsurprisingly, it features dancing. The game places your face on dancers, and is able to follow your body. Although the Konami repeated that phrase multiple times, there's no mention of Kinect, or any other platform. Stay tuned for more.

#e3 Even if Sony didn't have the most amazing E3 press conference this year, it did contain the single best moment at a press conference this year. This is that moment. More »

Just got an email from RMC on E3’s show floor and it seems that the million dollar question has been answered. Here we see the lovely Rinry showcasing her best David Bowie eye-patch to ensure that she doesn’t peek while she tests the theory. The look of disappointment says it all. Take good care [...]

Although Portal was just a simple story of a girl and her cake, it was one of the most memorable gaming experiences of the generation thus far. Its sequel goes into more ambitious territory, and we chatted with writer Erik Wolpaw about the co-op and how Portal 2 ties into the greater Half-Life universe. Finally, find out more about how the newly announced PS3 version benefits from SteamWorks integration.

We didn't exactly see a Saw sequel coming, but now that it's here, it has a release date of Halloween. The game will feature brutal violence -- like a nurse selling illegal pharmaceuticals being ripped in half. Yes, that will happen. The main character is also the first Saw character's son, hence the "Flesh and Blood" subtitle. Prepare for developer Zombie Studios' sequel later this year.

This year's "love it or hate it" control scheme gets a motion update.

Slicing up fools on a moving train.

Don't even hate, you know you watch it! Konami has announced Glee Karaoke Revolution. So, prepare to sing along to people singing along to classic pop hits. No platforms or details just yet, but keep on believin'.

For Muggle eyes only.

#e32010 Hudson might have made a name for itself with Bomberman and Bonk games, but the Japanese developer has hit a breakthrough with Wii title Lost in Shadow. More »

Fantasy and horror inspired next -gen game in development.

If you check out Goldeneye’s new website you’ll see that along the bottom are a few logos that you may recognize. The Wii is there, as well as a couple of others, but one that sticks out to me is the Nintendo DS logo. Is this a confirmation? RMC thinks that the DS [...]

The good news is that you're immortal. The bad news is that you're immortal during a demonic invasion.

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Kinda bold, maybe slightly brave, images.

#e3 What does Konami want to tell us about at E3? Let us find out via the power of a liveblog. Are you with me? More »

The show that became a movie is now a game.

#e3 Mortal Kombat is back, sans DC Universe heroes, loaded with much of the blood, gore and cruel violence the series is infamous for. But Mortal Kombat for the Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 is also worth discussing for its deeper fighting engine. More »

If you have been paying attention to all of the news coming out of E3, you probably heard that we introduced a new subscription service called PlayStation Plus, which will be available on June 29.

PlayStation Plus is a service that lives on top of the current PlayStation Network. So, while users will continue to have free access to PlayStation Network’s unmatched and ever-growing suite of new and exclusive content, services, and community focused tools – just as they do today – PlayStation Plus subscribers will gain access to an exclusive set of features and content designed specifically for gamers.

When you subscribe to PlayStation Plus, you’ll get free games and DLC (pretty sweet), frequent discounts on PlayStation Store, early invitations to select betas of popular games, and free monthly episodes of Qore – our high-definition, interactive gaming lifestyle show. You’ll also enjoy new functionality such as Full Game Trial where you can “try before you buy” – play a Blu-ray or PSN game for up to one hour and then you can buy the game, download it and keep your progress and trophies. Another cool feature is Automatic Downloads that will push select demos, game related videos, patches and firmware updates to your PS3 so you don’t have to think about it. Total it up and you’ll get hundreds of dollars of value through the year with exclusive digital content from both our World Wide Studios Group and our publishing partners. And every month we’ll be adding new content and continually adding new features, making PlayStation Plus an incredible value, time saver and ticket to front-of-the-line access.

At launch, PlayStation Plus will offer subscribers the full PlayStation Network game, WipEout HD, full game trial of inFAMOUS, PSP minis and PS One Classics such as Fieldrunners, Age of Zombies and Rally Cross, as well as premium avatars, themes and DLC levels and map packs. Additionally, subscribers will always have access to their virtual library of free games for as long as they keep their PlayStation Plus subscription. In all, subscribers will get an unprecedented amount of value, access and convenience and, in the first month alone, will receive more than $50 worth of content.

PlayStation Plus will be available for a yearly fee of $49.99. We are also running a “limited time offer” giving subscribers 3 free bonus months for signing up for a yearly subscription – so those who
sign up now will get 15-months of PlayStation Plus. Consumers also have the option to subscribe for 3 months for $17.99.

You can sign up on the PlayStation Store or learn more about the exclusive features at us.playstation.com.

Like singing? Like the breakout Fox hit? Well, does Konami have a game for you.

Hi Everyone- Here’s this week’s Digital Comics update.

As usual, we have the full list of new content to the store below, but let’s take a look at some of the highlights.

Inspired by Tim Burton’s recent cinematic extravaganza, Alice in Wonderland is now available. The graphic novel adaptation has amazing artwork and a script spun off the Johnny Depp film.

We also got in another Marvel smash release with Astonishing Tales (2009) featuring an assortment of stories from the Marvel Universe. In the first issue alone you’ll get Iron Man, Wolverine, Punisher and more. Plus, it’s put together by some of the best creators: C.B. Cebulski (X-Infernus), Jonathan Hickman (Secret Warriors), and Kenneth Roquefort.

Also notable mentions for this week: Kill Shakespeare, Beyond, Hope Falls, Criminal, Powers, and Transformers.

That’s it, have a great week, and head to www.playstationcomics.com for more info or to view our full catalog and pricing.

• 2000AD Prog # 1684
• Alice in Wonderland
• Astonishing Tales (2009) # 1
• Beyond # 4
• Criminal (2008) # 2
• Criminal (2008) # 3
• Devi # 4
• G.I. Joe # 18
• Hope Falls # 2
• Ms Marvel (2006) # 5
• Ms Marvel (2006) # 6
• Ms Marvel (2006) # 7
• Ms Marvel (2006) # 8
• Powers (2000) # 11
• Powers (2000) 12
• Ramayan 3392 AD # 4
• The Sadhu # 4
• Scrooge McDuck and the Ghost’s Treasure or Vice Versa
• Scrooge McDuck and the Spring Money Bin
• Serpent Wars # 5
• Snakewoman # 4
• Transformers: Last Stand of the Wreckers # 4
• Wizards of Mickey # 8

One week ago:

Joystiq's Andrew Yoon: Are you any good at rapping?

Me: What? No.

Andrew: Good, I just scheduled an appointment for you to try Def Jam Rapstar at E3.

One week later, having vigorously studied Biz Markie's "Just a Friend," I can present you with the video after the break. Big thanks must go to Def Jam Enterprises' James Waller for rapping along with me and enduring my glaring whiteness.