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That is the question after a recent statement that was made by Activision's Bobby Kotick after the rumor mill has been swirling about Activision making a Call of Duty MMO that would require a subscription to play online. "If you think about the success that we've had in other product categories on subscription, you can get a sense of the direction that we want to take that franchise," Quick to show that they are not down with that decision if it happens, Infinity Ward's Robert Bowling released a statement. "This rumor has absolutely nothing to do with Infinity Ward or our games, including Modern Warfare 2. We would never introduce such a system for Modern Warfare 2 so do…

Capcom has announced the final two characters who will be in the Mercernaries Reunion mode in the upcoming DLC for Resident Evil 5. Fans wishing to see Leon Kennedy are out of luck, because the lucky two are Rebecca Chambers and Barry Burton. Yay. Resident Evil 5: Gold is out on March 9th. VG247 Click here to view the article

Ubisoft's big annoucement has been revealed and Ghost Recon fans prepare to rejoice. Ghost Recon: Future Soldier is on the horizon and it appears from the teaser trailer below that the game will be launching sometime in Fall 2010 with a multiplayer beta out in the Summer. Click here to view the article

It shouldn't comes as a surprise to anyone that EA loves to milk DLC for every penny that they can get. So this piece of news should be expected. EA has officially announced that in the year 2011, every single title that they launch in 2011 will have online features and paid DLC. That’s right folks. Every single title is going to be milked until it is bone dry. Is this a lame attempt to try to keep down the selling of used copies of their games (looking at you Mass Effect 2) or has EA finally gone too far with the love affair for DLC? bit-tech Click here to view the article

Capcom's sci-fi adventure, Dark Void will be getting DLC this week for the 360 and the PS3. The new DLC pack, Survivor Missions, will have you fighting for your life while reliving key events from Dark Void, where the main goal is try to survive wave after wave of increasingly difficult enemies. While the enemies attack from the ground and air, you will be able to receive upgrades for your weapons and collect points with the ultimate goal being able to survive all 10 rounds. Survivor Missions will be availabe for download on XBL on February 10th for 400 MS Points and February 11th on PSN for $4.99. Also announced is the Dark Void soundtrack that will feature a special 8-…

Months ago, The Behemoth announced that they were working on a new XBLA title that they called, "Game 3". Since then there hasn't really been too much talk about regarding the game until now. The Behemoth has released an official trailer for the upcoming XBLA title which has an official name, BattleBlock Theater. There is also a sliver of information about the game via the Development Blog. "Having shipwrecked on a mysterious island you find yourself both betrayed by your best friend Hatty and captured by the locals. All of this is happening while being forced into deadly performances. This however, is just the start of your problems." There has been no announced rele…

Ubisoft's community manager, Aymeric Evennou announced via Twitter that Ubisoft will be making a big announcement sometime next week. "Big announcement coming up next week. and I mean BIG! Can't say more as for today. But I know you gonna love it :- )" Interwebs, commense rumors.....now. via CVG Click here to view the article

Rare tweeted today that Perfect Dark which is headed for the XBLA will not only be at Microsoft's X10 event in San Fransico this month, but that it will be playable. "In Perfect Dark XBLA news: the game will be playable at the X10 event next week, widespread coverage to ensue. Have some of that!" Perfect Dark will not be the only game being shown at the event. MCV has reported that Lionhead confirmed that Fable III will be making an appearance. Alan Wake, Halo Reach, and Natal are expected to be shown as well. Click here to view the article

Sega's "top secret project" codenamed 'Project Needle Mouse' has finally been officially revealed. Guarded in secrecy and discussed in speculation amongst the various circles, fans wondered if it would be a completely new franchise or a return to glory for a long neglected one. Now, after teaser images and trailers, Sega is ready to reveal the true identity of Project Needle Mouse. Speculate no longer, gamers. Spoilers After Jump (for those of you who haven't figured it out from the graphic at right). What IS a bit of a surprise is that Sonic 4 will be episodic. Hopefully, Sega will take their episodic gaming cues from Telltale Games rather than Valve. With traditio…

Oh how we rely on the ESRB for the initial ratings of games. The ESRB’s recent details about Tecmo’s upcoming breastacular game is…well words can not express it, so have a look see for yourself. “This is a video game in which users watch grown women dressed in G-string bikinis jiggle their breasts while on a two-week vacation. Women’s breasts and butts will sway while playing volleyball, while hopping across cushions, while pole dancing, while posing on the ground, by the pool, on the beach, in front of the camera. There are other activities: Users can gamble inside a casino to win credits for shopping; they can purchase bathing suits, sunglasses, hats, clothing at an is…

A bit of a surprising announcement coming from Sega today. The upcoming demo for Alien vs. Predator is coming out soon. How soon do you ask? Is tomorrow soon enough for you? Available on the 360, PSN, and the PC via Steam the demo allows gamers to play as all three species which include the Colonial Marine, the Alien, and the Predator. Gamers will also get to play Deathmatch on Refinery. Alien vs. Predator releases on February 16th for North America and February 19th for Europe. via CVG Click here to view the article

STOCKHOLM--(BUSINESS WIRE)--DICE, an Electronic Arts Inc. studio (NASDAQ:ERTS), today announced that the PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system players in North America will now have access to the Battlefield: Bad Company™ 2 demo* on February 4. Available via the PlayStation®Network, Battlefield: Bad Company 2 has been recognized by critics worldwide for its incredibly detailed, huge sandbox environments, vehicular warfare, destruction, and squad play. Its dedicated servers that allow for smooth, seamless online play help it stand above the competition. The Battlefield: Bad Company 2 demo features Port Valdez, a new vehicle focused map where up to 24 players can comp…

EA SPORTS and Xbox 360 Kick Off Super Bowl Weekend With Exclusive Game With Fame and Madden NFL 10 Match With Cincinnati Bengals’ Chad Ochocinco MIAMI--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Who Dat! The New Orleans Saints pull the upset and march to a victory over the Indianapolis Colts with a score of 35-31 at Super Bowl XLIV, according to the official Electronic Arts (NASDAQ:ERTS) simulation run by the award-winning Madden NFL 10 on Xbox 360. The first three quarters display the offensive fireworks that both teams have become known for, with the Colts leading 24-21. A nail biting fourth quarter begins with a big play, courtesy of the Saints’ special teams, when Reggie Bush returns a punt fo…

The Weekly Gamercide Recaps are back! Each week this nifty little recap will contain every little piece of news, review, preview, interview, and everything in between that we post about. So if you missed something from Sunday to Saturday, no worries! News MotoGP 09/10 DLC and Demo - MotoGP 9/10 is set to race onto a tv set near you in March and already Capcom is announcing free DLC for the game. New Heavy Rain Trailer - Game Trailers has released the latest trailer for Heavy Rain and let me tell you, it is one of every parent’s worst dreams come true. Bioware's Mass Effect 2 Hailed as 1st Blockbuster of 2010 - Read the press release regarding Mass Effect 2's success. …

30-Second Spot Introduces 100M Viewers to Hell in Fourth Quarter of Super Bowl XLIV REDWOOD CITY, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--As the New Orleans Saints make their Super Bowl debut, so too does Electronic Arts (NASDAQ:ERTS). On Sunday February 7th, EA will air its first-ever Super Bowl commercial as part of the massive marketing program for the company’s newest videogame franchise, Dante’s Inferno. On Super Bowl Sunday, EA will invite 100 million football fans to join Dante on an adventure that spans all nine punishing circles of Hell; limbo, lust, gluttony, greed, anger, heresy, violence, fraud and treachery. The hell-raising 30-second spot entitled “Hell Awaits…” premieres …

Gamers Worldwide Invited to Experience the Next Chapter of Storied RTS Franchise LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ:ERTS) today announced that PC gamers worldwide can get early hands-on experience with Command & Conquer™ 4 Tiberian Twilight by joining the open multiplayer beta before the game’s release in North America on March 16 and in Europe on March 19, 2010. The multiplayer beta gives players a unique opportunity to experience all-new RTS gameplay in the game’s new, fast-paced, strategic 5v5 multiplayer mode across four different maps. Gamers can get access to the beta by signing up at http://www.commandandconquer.com/news/get-cc-4-public-…

MotoGP 9/10 is set to race onto a tv set near you in March and already Capcom is announcing free DLC for the game. The first DLC pack will feature the 800cc bike class with bike, riders, team liveries, and the new tracks for the 2010 season which are Silverstone and Hungary. The second DLC pack will include the 600cc and 125cc bike, riders, and team livery updates. Capcom says that both DLC packs will be available shortly after the game releases in March and that they are both free to download. Capcom will also be releasing a demo for both the 360 and PS3 “about a month prior to launch”. In the demo, gamers can play on the Mugello race track and will have access to a…

Game Trailers has released the latest trailer for Heavy Rain and let me tell you, it is one of every parent's worst dreams come true. Video Games | Heavy Rain | Exclusive Mall Gameplay HD XBox 360 | Playstation 3 | Nintendo Wii How does it all end? Fortunately, gamers won't have to wait too much longer to find out. Heavy Rain is set to hit game shelves near you on February 23. Click here to view the article

Game Earns Rave Reviews, Sells 2 Million Units in Week One EDMONTON, Alberta--(BUSINESS WIRE)--40 perfect scores. 2 million units. One pop culture phenomenon. BioWare™, a division of Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: ERTS), announced today that Mass Effect™ 2 has sold-in over two million units worldwide in its first week of release. Lauded for its intense shooter gameplay and deep, hand-crafted story, Mass Effect 2 has earned an average review score of 96 — making it the second highest rated game of all time on the Xbox 360® platform. Mass Effect 2 has earned 40 perfect scores, amassed over 30 editor’s choice awards and has donned the covers of 45 magazines worldwide. On la…

If you answered no, then get ready to do a while lot of crying, kicking, screaming, and name calling. According to Game Informer, a Microsoft rep has confirmed that gamers will have to pay again for the classic arcade games that they might have already in the game library, because the Game Room classic's are different from the "revamped" versions of the classic titles on the XBLA so they will not transer over. How much will this cost you again to purchase? The games will range in price from 240 MS points to 400 MS points. With this announcement I am left to wonder if Microsoft is losing their marbles. Why on earth would I pay again for something that I have purchased pr…

Can't wait to get your hands on the highly anticipated Heavy Rain that has already gone gold in North America? If you can't wait until the game's release on February 23 for the US or February 26 for Europe, then keep your eyes peeled for the demo that Sony announced will be available on February 11. If February 11 still seems like a long way off then you can wet your appetite by watching the new trailer below via GameTrailers Video Games | Heavy Rain | To Catch a Killer Trailer HDXBox 360 | Playstation 3 | Nintendo WiiClick here to view the article

That ashy white and red chiseled body that makes up Kratos on Sony's hugely successful God of War series, will be launching God of War III officially on March 16, 2010 in the US, March 19, 2010 in Europe, and March 25, 2010 in Japan. The release date for North America was never confirmed until today by Sony. God of War III will be the final installment of the current Kratos storyline. Will Kratos succeed as him, Gaia, and the Titans head towards Olympus or will Kratos have to live with his revenge never seeing the light of day? Thankfully we don't have to wait too much longer to find out! via VGReleases Click here to view the article

Who wants a new Dead or Alive game? I know I do, but not this kind. Following in DOA: Xtreme 2's footsteps this DOA which will be launching sometime this year for the PSP features sun, sand, water, odd looking jiggling boobs, and barbie doll rear ends. Click here to view the article

As the Wii prepares for motion controlled competition, PS3 is preparing to hit the ground running with 10 games available for the new user interface by the end of the year. The games released will include "sports and pet raising titles." The motion controller will utilize the PS3's underused Playstation Eye to detect 3D space and motion. via Joystiq Click here to view the article

Gather round my fellow achievement whores and trophy hoarders. Make sure that you grab a tissue as well before you continue. It brings me great sadness to announce that the new DLC add on for Assassin’s Creed II, The Battle for Forli does not have any new trophies or achievements. This sad piece of news was confirmed from Ubisoft's UK Community Manager Korina Abbott to VG247. The Battle for Forli which comes out tomorrow will cost 320 MS Points and $3.99 on the PSN. The second part of the DLC will be launching in February. Click here to view the article