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Today's Fail of the Day is being brought to you by previous Fail of the Week winner, Fox News. Every now and then Fox News decides to take step out of the daily national and worldwide news and try something different, like writing about video games that are considered "controversial". Take Bulletstorm for example. Fox News claimed that playing Bulletstorm will make you rape women and that the "possibly worst video game ever" is a bad influence on today's youthful fragile minds. What could be more fail-tacular than their ground breaking study on Bulletstorm? According Fox News, Duke Nukem is taking "sexism" to a whole new level in Duke Nukem Forever and that we should…

Eric Ruth games has just released their de-make of one of the most popular Valve games to date, in Left 4 Dead. This 8-bit de-make is available for download over at Eric Ruth Games. Here's the description from Eric: Weighing in at only 21MB, this one is a quick download and looks like a lot of fun. If you check it out, be sure to leave some comments on your thoughts. Check out the trailer after the break. Click here to view the article

Peter Molyneux will be leaving Lionhead and Microsoft for a new company, 22 Cans after he is finished working on the Kinect friendly entry into the Fable series, Fable: The Journey. Molyneux made the statement earlier today stating that he is leaving Microsoft on happy terms. Molyneux's departure might be causing fans of the Fable series to jump for joy after expressing their disappointment in the turn that the series has taken with the release of Fable III. No news on his replacement will be. via Joystiq Click here to view the article

Back in 2008, Microsoft was facing a public relations worse nightmare, "RROD". "RROD" which stands for Red Ring of Death, was the name that was given to the Xbox 360 by it's outraged buyers after the Xbox 360 would overheat and cause a failure requiring the system to be sent in for repairs or else the gamer spending more money on a brand new console. What does that have to do with Marines? In 2008, an angry group of Marines decided to take their frustration out on their Xbox 360 that "RROD'd" three times. PS3 fanboys prepare to wet your pants out of sheer enjoyment and Xbox 360 huggers grab some tissues and begin to prepare your rant. Click here to view the article

Here is your XBL Activity Recap for the week of October 28. Deal of the WeekRapture Metro - 400 MS points Sinclair Solutions Tester Pack - 240 MS points Protector Trials - 240 MS points Big Sister Outfit - 240 MS points (male) (female) Watchface Big Daddy Doll - 160 MS points All prices are valid until November 1 for all Gold members. XBLAPinball FX2 - Free full game download. Tables purchased seperately. Free import of the original Pinball FX tables. 3D Ultra MinGolf Adventures 2 - 800 MS points Haunted House - 800 MS points Bloody Good Time - 400 MS points DemoNeed For Speed Hot Pursuit Demo Majin and the Forsaken Freedom Demo Game Add OnsRed Dead Redemption: Unde…

How much would you be willing to pay for the collector's edition of The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim? How about $149.99? The collector's edition comes with a PVC model of The World Eater, Alduin which was crafted by using in game 3D files. Also included with the 30.5 cm tall statue of Alduin is a 200 page art book and a DVD that shows behind the scene footage, interviews, and how the RPG was made from start to finish. via Press Release Click here to view the article

Developed by: AGEOD Published by: Paradox Interactive Platforms: PC ESRB: T for Teen Pride of Nations is a turn based grand strategy game from AGEOD that tackles the period of history between 1850-1920. It is a very detailed historical game, and as such is a very in-depth game for the player. Players can start the game at different times, setting up different scenarios for play. So far, the scenarios include the grand campaign, the Indian Mutiny, Risorgimento, the Second Boer War and the Russo-Japanese War. The Spanish-American War has also been added by downloadable content. Each scenario has different objectives, and are of different lengths. These range from 10 turns i…

Yet another rumor has entered the rumor mill surrounding the hush hush next Xbox that Microsoft still has yet to announce other than it appearing on their employees resumes. Xbox World Magazine is claiming that sources are saying that the next console from Microsoft will feature a HD touchscreen controller with buttons and analog sticks and that the controller will supposedly function like a TV remote when you are watching television, be a browser for the internet, and will allow you to take the game with you to play when you are traveling or you know...taking care of business in the john. Again I must stress that this another rumor and without Microsoft confirming or den…

Developed by: Paradox Interactive Published by: Paradox Interactive Platforms: PC Players: 1/Multi Sengoku is a grand strategy game based on the “Sengoku Jidai” or “Warring-States” period of Japanese history by Paradox Interactive. Players can take control of the leader of a clan, the leader of a state within a clan, or the leader of a smaller area within those states, with the ultimate goal of overthrowing the current shogun and retaining that power. There are many historical clans, daimyos and smaller characters to play as in Sengoku. In fact, it is quite overwhelming. When choosing who to play as, players are greeted with a full map of Japan, with different view modes …

Major Nelson has posted the Deal of the Week for this week and if you are a fan of BioShock 2 then you are in for a treat. Rapture Metro - 400 MS points Sinclair Solutions Tester Pack - 240 MS points Protector Trials - 240 MS points Big Sister Outfit - 240 MS points (male) (female) Watchface Big Daddy Doll - 160 MS points All of the discounted prices are available until November 1st and are for Gold members only. Click here to view the article

Falling into the ugly, “game gets DLC before releases” category, Namco has announced that next week’s release Soulcalibur V, will be getting custom character creation packs to the tune of €1.99 or 160 Microsoft points each. The first pack will release on Soulcalibur‘s release day February 3rd, and include 9 customization options like bikinis, wings, and face paint and also original music from the very first Soulcalibur. On Valentine’s Day, February 14th, Namco will be releasing 9 “fearsome” custom options that include a breast plate, kimono, and animal heads along with music from Soulcalibur II and Soulcalibur III. On February 28th, the last day of DLC releases you can …

Developed by: TaleWorlds Published by: Paradox Interactive Platforms: PC Players: 1/Multi ESRB: T Mount and Blade: With Fire and Sword is a stand-alone expansion to the acclaimed games Mount and Blade and Mount and Blade: Warband. Unlike the previous games With Fire and Sword is based on a historical novel of the same name by Polish author, Henryk Sienkiewicz. It has players enter into an ongoing war between five Eastern European factions during the 17th Century: The Polish Republic, The Tsardom of Moscow, The Kingdom of Sweden, The Crimean Khanate (early Turkey) and The Cossack Hetmanate (early Ukraine). Therein lies one of the greatest strengths of the game: the ability…

Major Nelson tweeted this morning that the pony dance will be coming to an Xbox 360 near you soon. Psy's popular dance track Gangam Style will be coming to the Dance Central 3 lineup on November 27th. Gangnam Style will be joining a growing library of dance songs that include hits from the 70's, 80's, 90's, and today. Click here to view the article

The man that has enforced Xbox Live's policy to millions has decided to leave his 17 year position at Microsoft. Stephen "Stepto" Toulouse made the announcement on his website saying that Febraury 15th will be his last day on the job. "Despite the wonderful ability in Microsoft to change careers pretty dramatically inside the company, I’ve been there nearly 18 years and it’s the only world I’ve really ever known. I feel too strangely comfortable, and too strangely tied." Further on in his blog entry, Stepto says that he will not comment on specific personal changes, honoring Microsoft's "no comment" rule. via Stepto Click here to view the article

Off with your head! Sometimes wizards don’t get along -PvP Mode, Map Pack, and New Robes Now Available for Download New York, June 21, 2011 – The mages of Paradox Interactive are proud to announce that the PvP mode is live, free, and available online. If you are the unfortunate owner of a conscience that prevents you from retaliating against your friends when they “accidentally” explode your head, your chance to seek sweet revenge in one of Magicka’s sanctioned arenas is finally here!Nothing feels better than taking matters into your own hands, right? Plus, we’ll be on the sidelines cheering! Cheering for hysterical demises, that is. Players will be able to wrea…

It appears that Xbox 360 owners will also be able to get their hands on the Devil May Cry HD Collection. While Capcom has yet to confirm anything, the ESRB appears to have beaten them to the punch. Ratings for the collection that includes Devil May Cry 1, 2, and 3 have surfaced online and those ESRB ratings clearly include both the PS3 and 360. The collection has been rumored to be a PS3 exclusive since June after it was spotted on a Spanish shop list. via Eurogamer Tweet This Post Post to Facebook View the full article

Valve had stated that free DLC would be coming out over the summer. Well, it's now near the middle of Fall, and finally Valve has released details on Portal 2's first DLC pack, titled "Peer Review". The DLC will add a new set of courses for Atlas and P-Body to complete, continuing the story of the pair of lovable robots "as you puzzle your way through a mysterious new co-op test track and once again match wits with GLaDOS." Also included are challenge courses for both the multiplayer and singleplayer components, backed up with leaderboard support. The free DLC pack will hit Steam, Xbox 360 and Playstation 3 on October 4th. So get those online friends of yours back into th…

Bioware and Microsoft are granting you silvers out there a change to check out and play the online multiplayer in Mass Effect 3. The limited time Gold subscription will be including upon the download of the Mass Effect demo which will be available to those of you who used an online pass to play Battlefield 3 on Valentines Day, Febraury 14th. The rest of you will have to wait until February 17th to join in on the action. The demo also includes one single player mission where the Reaper's invade Earth. via Bioware Click here to view the article

UPDATE- KONAMI HAS CONFIRMED THE DELAY TO MARCH <BR> Eager Silent Hill fans who were waiting for January 24th to come so they could get their hands on the Silent Hill HD Collection will have to wait a couple more months. Konami has yet to confirm anything however many gaming retailers like GameSpot, GameFly, and Amazon have all pushed the release date back to March 6th. The Silent Hill HD Collection contains HD versions of Silent Hill 2 and Silent Hill 3. via Joystiq Tweet This Post Post to Facebook View the full article

Microsoft has finally responded to the many rumors and speculations that they were planning on surprising the industry by releasing a console later this year by stating nothing new is coming in 2012. The announcement came from Microsoft France's marketing director Cedrick Delmas who also stated during an interview with french website Lepoint.fr, that it's still too early to say what Microsoft will be unveiling at E3 2012. "We're in an industry that talks a lot, that likes telling stories. I am not convinced that things will happen this year. The Xbox 360's cycle is not over at all. The proof is that we haven't price cut this year. Afterward, what will happen at E3, it's …

EA's next entry into the Medal of Honor series has been ousted by Game Informer's Jim Reiley over Twitter. Game Informer is claiming that Danger Close will be working on the game and also handling the online multiplayer instead of DICE. The gaming mag is also claiming that the game will releasing this coming October. EA has not confirmed anything, however we do know that an announcement is coming regarding the Medal of Honor series at GDC on March 6th. via Game Informer and Joystiq Click here to view the article

How does 26 Verizon Fios channels on the Xbox 360 sound for starting at $89.99 a month? What if I add that they are throwing in a free one year Gold subscription of Xbox Live and a free copy of Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary? Didn't think so. Microsoft announced those details in a brief explanation of how the Verizon services will tie into their upcoming Xbox Live TV service. Unfortunately the details are disappointing. Besides the 26 channels and the high prices, this offer is only available to customers who use Verizon Fios internet and TV services and the 26 channels will be based on the "customer's TV package". The unnamed channels will be Kinect enabled meanin…

Are you groaning at the thought of what love dovey Nicholas Sparks movie your significant other is going to make you sit through this Valentine’s Day? Fear not, my anti Valentine’s Day gamers. I have compiled a list of video game love fests that ended so wrong and a tad bit bloody that it will no doubt put a smile on your face while your wife is sitting there sobbing over the latest letter in Dear John. Final Fantasy X – The Love That Could Never Be Cupid definitely had other plans for Final Fantasy X‘s pairing of pretty boy Tidus and mild mannered summoner Yuna. During Yuna’s pilgrimmage to defeat Sin and free Spira from evil, she fell in love with protagonist Tidus w…

If you are still managing to play 3D Realms and 2K Games recently released Duke Nukem Forever, then you will jumping for joy with this recent announcement. The over-hyped long awaited Duke that released to mostly negative reviews will be receiving it’s first onslaught of DLC later this Fall. Included in the “Hail to the Icons Parody Pack” DLC will be new multiplayer modes and maps that include the names of Call of Duke, 2Forts1Bridge, and others. via 2K Games Tweet This Post Post to Facebook View the full article

Okay, I’ll admit it. I’m insanely jealous of this little boy’s room. Why do you ask? His bedroom is decked out in everything Portal including the artwork on his walls, bedding, lamps, and Glados. Yes, he even has his own Glados. But wait, it gets even better. The boy whose name happens to be as badass as his room, Vector, also has a Portal themed bathroom. Yeah, I know your jaw just dropped. via Joystiq Tweet This Post Post to Facebook View the full article