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NBA 2K12 Developer’s Conference Call

NBA 2K12 Developer’s Conference Call

Sep. 29 | Earlier today, we had the opportunity to sit in on a conference call with a few of the producers for Top Spin 4. The newest game in 2K Sports’ basketball series series packs several new features and upgrades from last year, including reworked physics,...

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 Reveal Trailer unveiled

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 Reveal Trailer unveiled

May. 23 | Activision and Infinity Ward have released their first reveal trailer for Modern Warfare 3. Showcasing a variety of environments in several different countries, the trailer mainly features what appear to be single player cutscenes. While not much is...

Crysis 2 Retaliation Map Pack leaked

Crysis 2 Retaliation Map Pack leaked

Apr. 17 | You can file this one under “Rumors” for now, but it appears that a user over at TheTechGame has dug up some screenshots for the upcoming Retaliation Map Pack for Crysis 2. While the release date is still unknown, the tipster claims that there will...

Giveaway: Win early access to the Gears of War 3 beta!

Giveaway: Win early access to the Gears of War 3 beta!

Apr. 15 | We’ll admit, our April Fools ‘giveaway’ was a bit cruel. While we did ultimately give out Arcade games, DLC, Gold subscription and more, it wasn’t the advertised “Gears of War 3 beta codes.” Have no fear X3D reader, we’ve come through for...

Portal 2 Deal round-up

Portal 2 Deal round-up

Apr. 15 | With Portal 2 releasing next week, we’ve received a few reader tips on deals for the game. Nearly all of the major online retailers are offering discounts off the $60 MSRP, with some offering pre-order bonuses as well. While each promotion may appeal...

Giveaway: Win one of two copies of Dance Paradise!

Giveaway: Win one of two copies of Dance Paradise!

Apr. 11 | It’s been a few months since we last gave away a retail game, and for this one we decided to come up with a giveaway for the Kinect owners out there. This week we’re giving away TWO copies of the title Dance Paradise, THQ’s dancing-based Kinect...

Free games on Xbox Live Arcade

Free games on Xbox Live Arcade

Apr. 7 | With Hexic HD recently being ‘released’ as a free download (it was originally available only with an initial console purchase), we decided to do some quick investigating and come up with a list of current Xbox Live Arcade games that are available...

Review: MLB 2K11

Review: MLB 2K11

Apr. 6 | The Digest: Aside from a few minor updates, MLB 2K11 plays nearly the same as MLB 2K10. For those new to the series or new to baseball, the game is a great buy. For those wanting to upgrade from 2K10, only do so if $60 is your price for updated rosters...

New Releases: 3/22/11

New Releases: 3/22/11

Mar. 22 | As the month of March moves along, we’ve got a few new releases this week, both at retail and Xbox Live Arcade. Retail titles available Tuesday: Crysis 2 ($59.99) Lego Star Wars 3: The Clone Wars ($49.99) Mayhem 3D ($39.99) Available at Xbox Live...

Giveaway: Win The Defiant Map Pack DLC for Halo: Reach!

Giveaway: Win The Defiant Map Pack DLC for Halo: Reach!

Mar. 14 | We know there’s a lot of you out there who like Halo, so this contest is right up your alley. This week we’re giving away multiple copies of the latest DLC for Halo: Reach, the Defiant Map Pack (read our review here). Want to win? Here’s how to...
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