BBC Warns: Killzone 2 "most immersive experience ever"

BBC did a recent play of Killzone 2. And right off the bat, they warn you when you:

"sit down in front of a playable level ... it is immediately clear that Killzone 2 will be one of the most cinematic and immersive games ever produced on a console."

Pretty big talk to say about a game that isn't complete yet. Not everything was so peachy keen on BBC's take though, they also stated:

"game mechanics of the level I saw are not particularly innovative,"

"Killzone 2 is an archetypal shooter - a futuristic action title that draws on the symbolism of World War II to create a sense of familiarity."

They also stated that the grenade throwing needs some work and other such things.

[Via BBC]

God of War Movie to be HD-DVD Only?

In an interview with David Jaffe, God of War Creator, he said that Universal is still working on the God of War movie. Now, according to a Geek.com article, Universal aquired the rights of the movie from Sony around 2 years ago. After some research, people have not realize, if Universal is making the movie, then it's going to be HD-DVD as they only do that. Blu-Ray owners may have to pick up the DVD version or buy an HD-DVD player. Follow the source link for the video.

[Via GameTrailers]

Rumor: 2.00 Update Details

A post made over at The Video Gaming Report is about a 2.00 update for the PlayStation 3. So far, it's still a rumor. Here are the features explained:

1. v2.00 will have updated drivers for its built-in internet browser, for updated flash player functionality and other stuff related to the browser.

2. his beta/final build of v2.00 consisted of 2 different downloads - one containing Home, and one without it. this results in the Home software having it's own section in the XMB. Current Beta version are downloaded from the store and are booted from the game section of the XMB. It was mentioned though, that Home has been accessed this way since v1.54 and not to expect Home to actually be released until after v2.10 or v2.20. Kinks are being worked out involving the Home/XMB menu design/access. His group is mainly ironing out

3. Anonymous mentioned that there would be no in-game XMB access yet, although the group that he is currently operating with have actually sent this idea, as well as other ideas, to their dept heads. Aside from known bug issues, he also gets to send his higher-ups thoughts/opinions/ideas to improve software. But he hasn't heard of any response from anyone yet about this feature other than that, so far, it is not in his final build.

4. Icons for movies/games can now move while other media types are currently being accessed.

5. Security is being worked on. You can password protect individual files on your HDD including movies, photos and pictures by pressing triangle to access the options menu. he did state though that this does not appear to be anywhere finished yet, and not to expect it for the v2.00 update, but cool info none the less.

The story behind the finding of these features goes on with the posters friend who found them at a message board. I highly doubt these though, but anyways, thats why it's a rumor.

[Via The VG Report]

Sierra Entertainment Announces Prototype

Though I heard about this weeks ago, it seems it was just announced. Thank you GameInformer. Anyway, Sierra Entertainment has just announced a game coming to the PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, and PC called Prototype. Here is PSU's breakdown of the game.

Radical Entertainment is tackling the developing side by taking you through the life of Alex Mercer and his secret battle in NYC. Through this story, influenced by conspiracy undertones, Mercer learns of a problem facing all of mankind. By utilizing his shape shift abilities he not only can mimic his surroundings, but also copy powers from anyone or anything in his path.

“Radical Entertainment set out to create the most dynamic video game character ever imagined. From free-form movement to over-the-top combat action; Prototype can climb or wall-run across any surface, jump 30 stories high, and destroy anything that crosses his path.” Are you as excited as we are?

Seems like a pretty cool game, and if you read the many pages telling you about the game in GameInformer, then you would be dazzled. Keep a look out as Prototype is coming out in 2008.

[Via PSU]

PlayStation Store: What Do You Want to See?

Well, when it comes to the PlayStation Store, us buyers have many suggestions and demands. But who doesn't like to relive their past? What games would you like to see on the PlayStation Store? Here at GameAXIS, we'd like to see:

• Chrono Cross (level: high)
• Chrono Trigger (level: med)
• Crash Bandicoot 3: Warped (level: med)
  
• Final Fantasy Tactics (level: low)
  
• Final Fantasy VII (level: high)
• Final Fantasy IX (level: med)
  
• Metal Gear Solid (level: high)
• Resident Evil 2 (level: med)
  
• Resident Evil 3: Nemesis (level: high)
• Tony Hawk's Pro Skater (level: high)
• Warhawk (level: low)
  

What would you like to see? Post in the comments.

Ninja Gaiden Sigma Content Coming September!

Yes, it is. The first downloadable will be the Survivor Mode. It will be released on September 13th. In this mode, enemies will keep coming and coming as you have to fight them off. You have to survive for as long as possible. With this is the "Weapon Mode" which will contain five options allowing players to pick from a cache of weaponry to use while battling.

In a few more months, we will see:

Speed Master – where the goal is the speed and accuracy of your attacks/kills
Rachel Master – where players can manage Rachel through five new modes

[Via PSU]

PSN Content: August 9, 2007

Well, it's here, and what is it? Barley anything, and PS3Fanboy agrees. Check out the offerings:

• Piyotama game ($2.99)
• Heavenly Sword Anime episode 1 (free)
• Heavenly Sword making of video 1 (free)
• Turok E3 trailer (free)
• 10,000 BC movie trailer (free)
• Fred Claus movie trailer (free)
• Superbad movie trailer (free)
• Perfect Stranger movie trailer (free)

I mean, I know we got a game, kind of came out of no were there. But what about Europe? Europe received around 3-4 trailers and nothing else. And no demos to come with them, whats going on Sony? Let's see some Lair and Ratchet & Clank demos, or some Stranglehold. Disappointed? So am I.

[Via PS3Fanboy]

Rumor: Bioshock for PlayStation 3?

According to PSU, there is a rumor going around about BioShock, right now exclusive to the XBOX360 and PC. The rumor is that it may be coming to the PlayStation 3. Here is the main highlight:

There was positive discussion almost to the point of confirmation that this title would hit for the PlayStation 3 next spring. While there have been various sources since X06 that claimed a PS3 version was in development, it would seem not a question of whether it's true at this point, but when it will happen. Despite our confidence in the integrity of our information however, we must emphasize that this is still a rumor, and Take Two has not officially confirmed this with us yet.

Anyway, as a PS3 owner, I'd be pretty happy if it comes out for the PlayStation 3. Check back for more on that rumor.

[Via PSU]

Cruzader's PlayStation Store

It's a great thing to see when a dedicated PlayStation 3 player tries to make what sucks into something as gorgeous as this. Thats exactly what Cruzader did. Tell me something. Wouldn't you like to see this everytime you enter the PlayStation Store instead of the current interface:

Would you like to be able to search through the content that the PlayStation Store is soon going to be giving us to download:

Would you like to browse through the content with interfaces that relate to the item your looking at:

Would you like to be able to look through your cart as easy as it is to scroll through settings on the XMB:

Would you like to view detailed descriptions of movies like in this:

If you would, then check out the topic for Cruzader's PlayStation Store and help us get this store design through to Sony to possibly hire Cruzader to help them out. If you want to help out, follow these steps:

1) Go here: http://blog.us.playstation.com/contact.php
2) Send Sony a message about the store with this link: http://www.ps3forums.com/showthread.php?t=90482

That simple. If you get an error saying "Your Remarks Is Invalid" then you can just post as a comment, though it's not recommended. The popularity of this Store is very high, it was also on Kotaku.

[Via PS3Forums]

Lair: PLAY Reviews 9/10

Yes, the review of Lair from PLAY Magazine is in. And what did they give the game? They gave it a 9/10. They also shed some light on how EGM did not review the whole game, read it:

We (Play) received the same review copy that I assume all the other mags did, which had optimized frame rates in the earlier missions, but poor frame rates in the last few missions and several bugs. We contacted Factor 5 and asked for all known issues and Julian himself replied with a detailed list, promising that the later levels were being optimized for frame rates, the bugs were being fixed, and that one aspect of the control would be improved. They said they would have a gold master candidate ready by our ship date, so I wrote the review on the assumptions that their promises would be kept, got the gold master candidate right before we went to press, and played that version for a few hours to confirm that they had addressed the issues. That gold master candidate was dated roughly a month ago, and as far as I know represents the game's final optimization.

I'm not sure what version the OP played—ours were never labeled "Preview Code", but a print mag's Review Code is sometimes a web site's Preview Code. Our last-received version of the game does not run at a rock-solid 30 fps, but I did not consider the frame rate problems to be an issue at all. I don't mind a few frame rate dips into the 20's here and there, if it's for the purpose of making an otherwise amazing looking game. I'm certainly not as sensitive to frame rate issues as the OP, but I don't think the average game enthusiast is either.

Just something to point out to the people who want to hate on Lair here—Sony and Factor 5 went all out to make sure the print mags got review copies as early as possible and frequent updates so that they could have reviews out before the game's release (which was at that point supposed to be August 8th, I think). Companies do NOT do that when they don't have a lot of faith in their games, so clearly both Factor 5 and Sony thought they had a critical hit on their hands, and any suggestion that they're trying to bury it or "send it out to die" is absurd. And having written the 9 review, I (obviously) agree.

THPG Demo on PSN around Thanksgiving

According to PlayFrance, the demo for the upcoming game Tony Hawk's Proving Ground will be on the PlayStation Store a little before Thanksgiving. This game is looking good at its stages now, and a demo would really butter us up for the full title. The title is coming out for the PlayStation 3 and the Xbox 360 and is slated for release the fourth quarter of 2007.

[Via PlayFrance]

Japan PlayStation Home Trailer

The Japanese PlayStation Home trailer was released today, and it sure is looking good. It shows us more of the new Home Square Harrison showed us at E3 2007 and of how you can look like Phil Harrison (suit).Everything seems to be going great for the progress of PlayStation Home. I personally cannot wait for the release of the free download,along with LittleBigPlanet. View the gallery, or follow the link for the video.

[View Japan Home Trailer]

The Agency: First Gameplay Footage from Fan Faire 2007

The Fan Faire 2007 has Sony Online Entertainment bringing us the first gameplay footage of their upcoming The Agency game for the PC & PLAYSTATION 3. This title is due out in 2008. It certainly looks good.

MGS4: Guns Of The Patriots 15 Minute Gameplay!

Kojima has finally done it, and it's beautiful. It aired at the Metal Gear Solid 20th Anniversary party. Leave your comments and such. I think it's just great.

Metal Gear Online Beta Sign-Up Guide!

Well, if your mad that you cannot get in the Beta to Metal Gear Online, be mad no more. Right here is a guide to sign-up for the online beta. Follow the steps and be in heaven, first go here:

http://www.konami.jp/kojima_pro/mgo_beta/

I signed up, took while though, had to figure out how to make a Konami ID, Google Translate everything, you know the story. But in the end, I was able to sign-up for the Beta. Me having a Japanese PSN account helped too, you need one. I hope I get in, if I do, I'll videotape my gameplay for you guys.

Here is the guide posted below:

1) Make a Japanese PSN Account
2) Make a Konami ID: https://id.konamistyle.jp/konamiid.jsp (left button always)

• Field One: ID Field (lowercase only, at least 8 letters)
• Field Two & Three: Password + Confirmation
• Field Four: Secret Question Selection (select any)
• Field Five: Secret Question Answer: (any Japanese letters)
• Field Six & Seven: E-Mail + Confirmation
• Field Eight & Nine: Surname + First Name (this is tricky, I had to try a bunch of different names, use Google Translate to translate an American name and use it for both fields)
• Field Ten: Male or Female
• Field Eleven: Birth Date
• Field Twelve: Postal Code (use Google to find one)

3) Go here: https://id.konamistyle.jp/konamiid.jsp

• Field One: Konami ID User Name
• Field Two: Konami ID Password
• Field Three: PlayStation Network ID

4) Answer the survey after you enter using Google Translate: http://translate.google.com/translate_t
5) Click the left button to confirm everything.

onAXIS Reviews

Welcome to the onAXIS Review database. This database contains reviews of all the games our friends in the gaming industry were nice enough to send us. The database is small at the moment, but will grow over time.

B

Buzz! The Mega Quiz (PS2)

C

Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare (PS3)
Contra 4 (Nintendo DS)

M

MX vs. ATV: Untamed (PS3)

N

NBA 2K8 (PS3)

T

Time Crisis 4 (PS3)

U

Unreal Tournament III (PS3)

Section 8: Teaser Trailer

Here is the first trailer for TimeGate's upcoming shooter, Section 8.

Section 8 is a large-scale, futuristic first person shooter that brings strategy and tactics to the first-person shooter genre in a game where players can modify the battlefield on the fly.

The game's name refers to the super elite squad of powered armor infantry that serve as the focus of the single-player content. The squad’s nickname is because of its penchant for taking on suicide missions that no one else will tackle.