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#review My green monster is hungry for candy. He's telling me so, gesturing. I need to cut the rope with a finger swipe, sending the sugary treat into his mouth. But how do I clear the spikes? Ah... the whoopee cushion! More »

#pc I'm playing Black Ops on PC, and have been having some problems. Random performance issues, even stuttering during cutscenes. Turns out I'm far from the only one. More »

#mmolog Having exhausted a majority of the questing content during my first week playing LEGO Universe, I dedicated my second week to that most basic of LEGO activities: Building. More »

Cave's iPhone bug-smashing action-adventure spinoff, Mushihimesama Bug Panic, will incite insect-related hysteria on November 18, when it will launch on the App Store. If you're panicked about spending too much on a non-shmup Cave game, you'll be happy to know that for the first four days of release, it'll be available for $4, a buck off its regular price.

Check out some new screenshots of Princess Reco's quest to save the insect kingdom (by destroying insects) in our gallery, and then head past the break to see the trailer, which isn't new -- but we can't stop watching it again anyway, because the music is so damn catchy.

#review My green monster is hungry for candy. He's telling me so, gesturing. I need to cut the rope with a finger swipe, sending the sugary treat into his mouth. But how do I clear the spikes? Ah... the whoopee cushion! More »

#legal Not everything inside the Xbox 360 was designed entirely by Microsoft; the console's wi-fi capabilities (hold the jokes) and some its video codecs are licensed from Motorola. And are now the subject of a court battle between the two companies. More »

Due to an error on Activision's part, any female Xbox Live Avatar can be outfitted in some Call of Duty: Black Ops virtual gear free of charge. Having only printed codes for male Avatar gear inside of the Hardened and Prestige edition packages, the publisher had to quickly create two universal codes for female gear, allowing any account with a female Avatar to nab the two outfits -- with the right codes. Thankfully, a CAG user has shared these codes with the rest of the world. (Those bears would be so proud!)

By inputting the code GYVF8-PF7RY-28D7V-VGWV8-CFGRM into your Xbox (or online), you can snag the "SR 71 Flight Suit"; while inputting R76BQ-CR3MF-G2TTF-9G36R-BQWJD will net you a "Woods Outfit." The duds aren't available through the Marketplace otherwise, so sorry ladies, you can't try them on first -- but, hey, beggars can't be choosers!

[Thanks, David from Berkeley]

Having picked a new character design, the next step in Capcom's democratic process for the 3DS Mega Man Legends 3 Project has fans designing a new mech for Tron Bonne. In a somewhat rambling discussion posted on Capcom-Unity, director Mazakazu Eguchi and assistant director Yuji Ishihara discussed a potential introduction scene for this robot, in which Mega Man is about to acquire treasure deep within a ruin, and the Bonne family bursts through the ceiling in this robot.

You have some time to think of your perfect robot design -- Capcom will open its Devroom for your submissions soon. In addition, if you're not familiar with the series or the Bonne family, the blog post has bios of all the Bonnes. Though if you're that unfamiliar with Mega Man Legends, what are you doing contributing?

#ipod Your View-Master disks have just been rendered obsolete. Hasbro is planning to release an add-on device for the iPhone and iPod touch next year that will bring stereoscopic 3D visuals to Apple's iOS devices. More »

#blizzard Blizzard is offering one more way to keep your World of Warcraft and StarCraft II account safe, this time by making a standard, toll-free phone call to authorize any weird login attempts. More »

GameStop continues its march toward the Store of the Future, by offering PSN content both in-store and (soon) online. The retailer started offering Xbox Live DLC in-store earlier this year.

According to Sony and GameStop, cards for PlayStation Plus subscriptions, PSN games and add-on content will be available in 4,400 GameStop stores this month, and will also be available through GameStop.com. Not only is this a way for GameStop to get a piece of the exploding digital distribution market, it's a much more elegant way to gift a specific game, we suppose, than just writing "Scott Pilgrim" in Sharpie on a $10 PSN card.

We don't know about you, but seeing WoW machinima in this clip instead of R.E.M.'s lead singer Michael Stipe is totally fine. And the song -- a rendition of "It's the End of the World" by Nyhm & Sharm -- could be more gracefully sung, sure, but it's really the heart coming through that counts.

Proof that zombies make everything better.

#playstationnetwork Insomniac's Ted Price guest stars as the cast of the Tester 2 take on a task that will truly put their game testing skills to task: Air Force drills. More »

#northamerica This week's North American PlayStation Store update is stuffed with new musical selections for Rock Band 3, Def Jam Rapstar and Guitar Hero: Warriors of Rock, new jams that far outweigh the number of new playable games for the PlayStation 3 and PSP. More »

It's out. We've played it. Here's some moments that really stood out.

The creator of Adventure Time, the Cartoon Network cartoon, has put together some interesting ideas for a potential Adventure Time game. There’s no deal to make a game in the works, but perhaps these ideas will convince a publisher to pick up the idea. I absolutely love Adventure Time, and I’d be sure [...]

With all the Black Ops calling gamers to duty, it's no surprise that this week's PSN update is fairly quiet. So, why not kick back with a refreshing bottle of Crescent Pale Mist and enjoy ... wait, CPM is a game?! It sounds like a microbrew. Oh my, this is embarrassing. We had high hopes that our PS3, through one of its many firmware updates, had become a beverage dispenser.

Anyway, if you're curious about Crescent Pale Mist, we've placed a trailer after the break, along with the rest of this week's update.

Choose your platform to view the corresponding release list:
(Note: Continue past the break to view both release lists.)

Author Charlaine Harris writes the "Southern Vampire Mysteries" novels that provide the source material for HBO's True Blood. Oberon Media's casual game label I-play announced today that Harris is writing the story for its upcoming vampire-centric PC release, Dying for Daylight. The first episode will be out in January.

The game will star Dahlia, a vampire who has appeared in some of Harris's novels. Neither the plot nor the gameplay mechanics were revealed, so we're just going to guess it's a hidden object game, except instead of "objects," you're searching for places to get it on with a vampire or other supernatural monster.

The Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood DLC arrives one week early.

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

Updates

Crash Bandicoot – Sale (PS3/PSP) (now $2.99, original price $5.99) **Part of the PlayStation 15th Anniversary Sale
Punisher: No Mercy – Sale (PS3) (now $4.99, original price $9.99)
Jeopardy – Sale (PS3) (now $4.99, original price $9.99)
Grand Theft Auto IV: The Lost And Damned – Permanent Price Drop (PS3) (now $9.99, original price $19.99)

Downloadable Games

Crescent Pale Mist ($5.99)
Master ancient magic to save the world from imminent destruction with Crescent Pale Mist, now available on the PlayStation Network! In the beautiful and explosive side-scrolling dimension of Gasyukal, you’re Yunou – the only magician powerful enough to control the mysterious and volatile magic known as Pale Mist. Charge into six chapters of non-stop action, twisting and turning through levels of would-be assassins, hard-hitting sorcerers and supernatural monstrosities around every turn.
ESRB Rated E10+
File size: 150 MB

Game Demos (free)

Apache Air Assault Demo
Take to the skies to defend a forward air base from insurgent attack in this Apache: Air Assault single player demo! You’ll play as the two-person crew of Raptor One-Zero, a fully armed Apache AH-64D Longbow.

Apache: Air Assault is a modern combat flight simulation game where players control a variety of lethal Apache attack helicopters outfitted with cutting-edge military weaponry.
ESRB Rated T
File size: 1.11 GB

CSI: Fatal Conspiracy Demo
Download the CSI: CRIME SCENE INVESTIGATION FATAL CONSPIRACY demo and follow the twists and turns as the conspiracy begins to unfold when another victim is found dead in her car. Piece together the evidence, take it to the lab for analysis and uncover the truth in the most suspenseful and chilling investigation seen yet.
ESRB Rated M
File size: 310 MB

Add-on Game Content

Assassin’s Creed Brotherhood – Copernicus Conspiracy (free)
The Master of the Sacred Palace at the Vatican has decided that the activities of scientists in Rome are too dangerous and that they must be stopped to keep the people in the grip of the Church. Ezio must save Copernicus and the other prominent scientists.
File size: 330 MB

DJ Hero 2 Compatibility Update (free)
DJ Hero Downloadable Content Update for DJ Hero 2 – Download this free update and enable all original DJ Hero downloadable mix packs to be played in DJ Hero 2! Please note: Some DJ Hero 2 functionality is not supported by this update.
File size: 53 MB

Split Second – Onslaught Pack ($9.99)
Download the “Onslaught” Pack, featuring the brand new Quarry race track, as well as a new Onslaught game mode.
File size: 345 MB

Front Mission Evolved: Wanzer Weapons Pack 2 ($2.99)
Blast your enemies with these 3 additional weapons – Bazooka: Rock Jack, Rocket Launcher: Wild Goose, and Missile Launcher: Goldias.
File size: 968 KB

Just Cause 2: Chaos Parachute (free)
Featuring a skull motif, make an entrance no one will forget…should you leave anyone alive to remember.
File size: 922 KB

Scott Pilgrim – Knives Chau Add-On Pack ($1.99)
This DLC pack includes Knives Chau as a new playable character and 2 extra game modes – Battle Royale and Dodge Ball.
File size: 11 MB

ModNation Racers – Ratchet and Clank Mods ($1.99)
This Ratchet and Clank Mods pack will have you racing through ModNation Racers as heroes from another world! This ModNation Racers Mods pack includes a fully-designed Mod for both the Ratchet and Clank characters from the franchise created by Insomniac Games. Download this pack today!
File size: 100 KB

PAIN – Maxine Character ($0.99)
Check out Maxine. She is an auto-tuned sista’ with all the right moves with plenty to back it up! Maxine comes complete with poses, and sound effects and is playable in any of the modes and environments you own. Pick her up today and bring the PAIN!
File size: 100 KB

Hustle Kings Carom and U.K. Billiards Pack ($1.99)
Think you’re the “king” of the hustle, and that you’ve mastered the game of billiards? Let us show you the world of Carom Billiards and U.K. Billiards, and you can prove it to us! To use this download, you will need the full Hustle Kings game.
Download the Carom & U.K. Billiards Pack for Hustle Kings today!
File size: 80 MB

EyePet – Dinosaur Pack ($2.99)
The Dinosaur Pack for EyePet brings the fun and adventure of prehistoric times directly to your living room! You’ve never seen a virtual pet quite like this. EyePet! Download the new pack today!
File size: 100 KB

EyePet – Hoodie Pack (free)
It’s starting to get cold outside! The Hoodie Pack for EyePet lets you keep your EyePet nice and warm in style! You’ve never seen a virtual pet quite like this. EyePet! Download the new pack today!
File size: 100 KB

The Fight: Lights Out – Bottle of Win Pack ($0.99)
Drastically increased Strength, reduced Chin. Download this Bottle Of Win Pack to increase your swagger, your style and your raw fighting prowess. It might make you think you’re better than you really are – but as all fighters know, confidence is one of your best weapons.
To use this download, you will need The Fight: Lights Out game.
File size: N/A

The Fight: Lights Out – Chinese Secret Pack ($0.99)
Increased Chin. Getting beaten up a bit too often for your liking? Download this Chinese Secret Pack and you’ll stay on your feet no matter who takes a slug at you.
To use this download, you will need The Fight: Lights Out game.
File size: N/A

The Fight: Lights Out – Energy Drink Pack ($0.99)
Increased Speed, quicker recovery. Download this Energy Drink Pack to instantly increase the speed of your reactions and recover your strength faster in The Fight: Lights Out. You’ll be able to brawl for days with this concoction in your system – just pray there aren’t any side effects.
To use this download, you will need The Fight: Lights Out game.
File size: N/A

The Fight: Lights Out – Lubrication Pack ($0.99)
Reduced risk for cuts, easier to escape grabs. Download this Lubrication Pack to get slippery and avoid the cuts and scrapes inflicted by your opponents. Your foes will also find it hard to grab hold of you – it’s one of the oldest tricks in the book.
To use this download, you will need The Fight: Lights Out game.
File size: N/A

The Fight: Lights Out – Reindeer Horn Pack ($0.99)
Increased Stamina. Download this Reindeer Horn Pack for a remarkable remedy that will give your stamina a serious boost. Just one swig and you’ll be ready to go the distance.
To use this download, you will need The Fight: Lights Out game.
File size: N/A

The Fight: Lights Out – Rigged Betting Pack ($0.99)
Drastically improved betting odds. Not winning enough cash from your bets? Download this Rigged Betting Pack to tip the odds in your favor when you place a bet in The Fight: Lights Out. It’s quicker than fighting fair and it hurts a lot less than taking a dive.
To use this download, you will need The Fight: Lights Out game.
File size: N/A

The Fight: Lights Out – Russian Medicine Pack ($0.99)
Increased Strength, quicker Rage gain, reduced Stamina. Want all the benefits of extended exercise without the hard work? Download this Russian Medicine Pack to increase your strength and rage levels in The Fight: Lights Out. Let’s hope these mysterious chemicals don’t cause any strange side effects.
To use this download, you will need The Fight: Lights Out game.
File size: N/A

The Fight: Lights Out – Street Surgeon Pack ($0.99)
Reduced risk for injuries. Spending all of your cash on unhealed injuries? Download this Street Surgeon Pack and you’ll have a doctor by your side to help keep you in one piece.
To use this download, you will need The Fight: Lights Out game.
File size: N/A

Def Jam Rapstar
(Music Downloads Not Rated by the ESRB) Expand your DEF JAM RAPSTAR library with these songs. DEF JAM RAPSTAR game disc is required to play this downloadable content:

• “Around The Way Girl” – LL Cool J ($1.99)
• “Can’t Tell Me Nothing” – Kanye West ($1.99)
• “Crank That” – Soulja Boy Tell ‘Em ($1.99)
• “Lavish” – Cool & Dre ($1.99)
• “My Humps” – Black Eyed Peas ($1.99)
• “Regulate” – Warren G ($1.99)
• “Say Something” – Timbaland ($1.99)
• “Tango Cash” – Bangladesh ($1.99)
• “Wasted” – Gucci Mane ($1.99)

File size: 3.49 – 53 MB (singles)

Guitar Hero: Warriors of Rock
For all song credits please visit www.guitarhero.com.

• “Elected” – Alice Cooper ($1.99)
• “Limelight” – Rush ($1.99)
• “Love Song” – Tesla ($1.99)
• “Nothing To Say (with M Shadows)” – Slash ($1.99)
• “Poison” – Alice Cooper ($1.99)
• “Red Barchetta” – Rush ($1.99)
• “Talk Dirty To Me” – Poison ($1.99)
• “Tom Sawyer” – Rush ($1.99)
• “Watch This (with Dave Grohl and Duff McKagan)” – Slash ($1.99)
• “We’re All Gonna Die (with Iggy Pop)” – Slash ($1.99)
• Guitar Hero: Warriors of Rock 1 Track Pack ($19.99) – Downloadable Track Pack featuring “Limelight”, “Red Barchetta”, and “Tom Sawyer” by Rush, “Elected” and “Poison” by Alice Cooper, “Love Song” by Tesla, “Talk Dirty To Me” by Poison, and “Nothing To Say (with M Shadows)”, “Watch This (with Dave Grohl and Duff McKagan)”, and “We’re All Gonna Die (with Iggy Pop)” by Slash . 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: 38 – 59 MB (singles), 436 MB (track pack)

Rock Band 3
Build your Rock Band library by purchasing these song game tracks. For song credits, visit www.RockBand.com.

• “Bad Medicine” – Bon Jovi ($1.99)
• “Blaze Of Glory″ – Bon Jovi ($1.99)
• “Have A Nice Day″ – Bon Jovi ($1.99)
• “I’ll Be There For You″ – Bon Jovi ($1.99)
• “It’s My Life″ – Bon Jovi ($1.99)
• “Lay Your Hands On Me″ – Bon Jovi ($1.99)
• “Livin’ On A Prayer″ – Bon Jovi ($1.99)
• “Runaway″ – Bon Jovi ($1.99)
• “Wanted Dead Or Alive (RB3 version)″ – Bon Jovi ($1.99)
• “We Weren’t Born To Follow″ – Bon Jovi ($1.99)
• “Who Says You Can’t Go Home″ – Bon Jovi ($1.99)
• “You Give Love A Bad Name (RB3 version)″ – Bon Jovi ($1.99)
• Bon Jovi Greatest Hits: Rock Band Edition Album ($19.99) – Build your Rock Band library by purchasing this song game track pack: “Bon Jovi Greatest Hits: Rock Band Edition” Album. This pack includes “Bad Medicine”, “Blaze Of Glory”, “Have A Nice Day”, “I’ll Be There For You”, “It’s My Life”, “Lay Your Hands On Me”, “Livin’ On A Prayer”, “Runaway”, “Wanted Dead Or Alive (RB3 version)”, “We Weren’t Born To Follow”, “Who Says You Can’t Go Home”, and “You Give Love A Bad Name (RB3 version)” by Bon Jovi.
• “Blue Monday″ – New Order ($1.99)
• “Burning Down the House″ – Talking Heads ($1.99)

Rock Band Network

• “A Drug Against War” – KMFDM ($1.99)
• “Blood Red Rock” – Bang Camaro ($0.99)
• “Dethroned” – Death Angel ($1.99)
• “Scavengers Of The Damned” – Aiden ($1.99)
• “You Ain’t No Family” – iwrestledabearonce ($1.99)

File size: 18 – 71 MB (singles), 407 MB (track pack)

Bundles

Soldner-X 2: Final Prototype Complete Bundle ($14.99)
Enjoy the complete Soldner-X 2 shoot’em up experience. This bundle contains the original game (Soldner-X 2: Final Prototype) and the expansion pack (Soldner-X 2: Final Prototype – the Last Chapter) in one attractive set.
File size: 2.03 GB

Avatars

Darkstalkers Avatars (x2) ($0.49)
File size: 100 KB

Mega Man Legends 2 Avatars (x2) ($0.49)
File size: 100 KB

Soldner-X 2: Final Prototype Avatar Bundle 2 ($1.49)
File size: 507 KB

Soldner-X 2: Final Prototype Avatar Bundle 3 ($1.49)
File size: 510 KB

Game Videos (free)

The Tester Season 2 – Episode 2
File size: 843 MB (SD), 1.24 GB (HD)

Pulse 11/9 Edition
File size: 314 MB (HD), 514 MB (1080)

Crescent Pale Mist Trailer
File size: 11 MB (SD), 38 MB (HD), 51 MB (1080)

Mafia II – Clothing & Cars Packs Trailer
File size: 28 MB (HD)

Mafia II – Joe’s Adventure Trailer
File size: 55 MB (HD)

NBA 2K11 – Cooking With Rose Trailer
File size: 28 MB (HD)

Call of Duty: Black Ops Single Player Trailer
File size: 43 MB (HD)

Dead Space Ignition Trailer
File size: 39 MB (HD)

Need For Speed Hot Pursuit Sun, Sand, and Supercars Trailer
File size: 74 MB (HD)

Star Wars: The Force Unleashed II – Snow Trailer
File size: 26 MB (HD)

Star Wars: The Force Unleashed II – Wall Trailer
File size: 15 MB (HD)

Red Dead Redemption – Undead Nightmare Graveyards Trailer
File size: 31 MB (HD)

Red Dead Redemption – Undead Nightmare Weapons Trailer
File size: 30 MB (HD)

Vanquish Gameplay Trailer #8
File size: 57 MB (HD)

Vanquish Launch Trailer
File size: 88 MB (HD)

Assassin’s Creed Brotherhood Comic-Con Multiplayer Trailer
File size: 55 MB (HD)

Assassin’s Creed Brotherhood E3 CG Trailer
File size: 88 MB (HD)

Assassin’s Creed Brotherhood Gamescom Singleplayer Walkthrough
File size: 215 MB (HD)

Heavy Rain Interface Trailer
File size: 202 MB (HD), 338 MB (1080)

Heavy Rain Action Trailer
File size: 161 MB (HD), 269 MB (1080)

PlayStation Move Heroes Gamescom Trailer
File size: 36 MB (HD), 59 MB (1080)

The Sly Collection Store Trailer
File size: 103 MB (HD), 173 MB (1080)

PS3 Themes

Aqua Teen Hunger Force Dynamic Theme (US Only) ($2.99)
File size: 6.71 MB

Bees In Bloom Dynamic Theme ($2.99)
File size: 6.65 MB

Vintage Sunsets Dynamic Theme ($2.99)
File size: 5.86 MB

Journey To Frisco Dynamic Theme ($2.99)
File size: 7.49 MB

Virtual Fireplace Dynamic Theme ($2.99)
File size: 6.47 MB

A Tranquil Stream Dynamic Theme ($2.99)
File size: 13 MB

Bombshell Babes Theme ($1.49)
File size: 4.88 MB

Abstract Smoke Premium Theme 2 ($1.99)
File size: 1.88 MB

Abstract Lasers Premium Theme ($1.99)
File size: 2.38 MB

PlayStation Store for PSP

Downloadable Games (also available from PS3 Storefront)

Monster Jam: Path Of Destruction ($19.99)
Bigger, Bolder and Badder! Get ready to challenge 28 of the top monster trucks and battle in real Monster Jam events including stadium racing and freestyle competitions. Enjoy bonus modes such as circuit race, time crunch, gate rush, and team race. Win events and do big tricks to level up and unlock new trucks, parts, and stadium venues. Create the ultimate monster truck on the path to the world finals in Las Vegas!
ESRB Rated E
File size: 174 MB

PSP Bundles

Knights In The Nightmare Bundle with Yggdra Union ($29.99)
For a limited time, purchase Knights in the Nightmare and also receive a FREE copy of the game Yggdra Union via PlayStation Network!

Knights in the Nightmare is a game that defies genre, incorporating strategy RPG, real-time strategy, and shooter elements. Somewhere between heaven and the underworld, a mysterious Wisp is re-awakening the souls of the dead to confront the evil that took their lives and kingdom. Control this spirit and command fallen knights in this captivating story of loss and redemption.
ESRB Rated T
File size: 807 MB

PSP Minis (also available from PS3 Storefront)

Fort Commander II: Counterattack – Minis ($4.49)
ESRB Rated E
File size: 11 MB

3, 2, 1 …Supercrash! – Minis ($2.99)
ESRB Rated E
File size: 23 MB

Game Videos (free)

The Tester Season 2 – Episode 2
File size: 199 MB

Pulse 11/9 Edition
File size: 51 MB

Ys: The Oath In Felghana Game Trailer
File size: 7.83 MB

PSP Themes (also available from PS3 Storefront)

Bombshell Babes PSP Theme ($1.49)
File size: 541 KB

Abstract Lasers PSP Theme 1 ($1.49)
File size: 377 KB

Abstract Lasers PSP Theme 2 ($1.49)
File size: 462 KB

Abstract Smoke PSP Theme 6 ($1.49)
File size: 232 KB

Abstract Smoke PSP Theme 7 ($1.49)
File size: 348 KB

Inner Warrior PSP Theme 1 ($1.49)
File size: 588 KB

Inner Warrior PSP Theme 2 ($1.49)
File size: 532 KB

#screengrab Indie hit puzzle-platformer Braid has come to retail in Russia, thanks to MumboJumbo and Russobit-M/GFI, giving us the box art giggles with its delightfully inappropriate and mischievous take on Tim and gang. Thanks, Maritan! More »

You might feel compelled to following along with the salty language present in the newest batch of DLC for Def Jam Rapstar, featuring the works of Wu Tang Clan and its composite members -- however, it's just as easy to censor yourself in the midst of a fiery rap. So many words rhyme with the F, S, D, B, and A bombs dropped by Ghostface Killah, Method Man, Redman and Raekwon, you know? A timely "truck," "pit," "ma'am," "hitch" or "glasshole" can spell the difference between a TV-MA performance and a TV-PG performance.

Check out the list of new DLC for the 360 version of the game, including "Protect Ya Neck," "Ice Cream" and "How High" -- as well as the PS3 version's DLC (which is actually the 360 version's DLC from last week) -- after the jump.

Who knew running over zombies could be so boring.