Activision Announces Independent Games Winners
In an effort to help foster creativity and innovation from the rising talent in the independent game development community, Activision Publishing, Inc. (Nasdaq: ATVI) is proud to announce today the winners of the first round of the inaugural Activision Independent Games Competition. The winners are being rewarded for their hard work and creativity with cash […]
More Than Meets The Eye
Transformers: Dark of the Moon is a good movie tie-in game (yes they do exist) that lets us experience life as some of the lesser-known Decepticons and Autobots, which is a nice change from playing the big guys all the time.
A Game That’s A Real Workout
Zumba Fitness is the best way for a gamer to get a fun workout. And it works. In our testing, our reviewer lost 15 pounds, the first time a game has caused someone at GiN to lose weight!
In a 7-2 Decision, Supreme Court Strikes Down California Violent Video Game Law
In what is likely to be hailed as one of the greatest legal victories for the game industry, the Supreme Court struck down the controversial California law that would have criminalized the sale of violent video games to minors. The 7 to 2 victory is a resounding win for the industry, which argued that the […]
Wii Got Another Shooter
Although shooters on the Wii are rare, one series keeps plugging away at it with the release of Conduit 2. The campaign mode is a bit generic, but splitscreen multiplayer really saves its bacon.
A Treasure Trove of Fun
Seeing four blockbuster movies recreated as legos for the Lego Pirates of the Caribbean title is a real treat. The fact that it’s also a great game with fun for all ages is like icing on the cake.
E3 News: Activision Announces First Cross Platform 360, PS3, Wii, 3DS Multiplayer Game
Activision Publishing, Inc. (Nasdaq: ATVI) revealed today that Skylanders Spyro’s Adventure, an entertainment breakthrough for the video game and toy industries, will deliver the first-ever cross-platform gameplay experience across the Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, PlayStation 3 computer entertainment system, Wii, Nintendo 3DS, a variety of mobile devices, Windows PC and […]
Disney Announces Pixar/Disney Themed Game, Disney Universe
Disney Interactive Studios announced today that Disney Universe, a fast-paced multiplayer action adventure game, is currently in development for PlayStation 3 computer entertainment system, Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, Wii and Windows PC/MAC. In Disney Universe, players will experience non-stop action through a mix-up of worlds inspired by both animated and […]
8 Shots of Ozzy for Rock Band 3
Ozzy Osbourne’s career has spanned four decades, and his music is as relevant today as ever. On any given day, you can hear his music blasting at sporting events, in films, on the radio, in TV commercials, video games or on your MP3 player. Ozzy is not only a legend and an icon, but is […]
NASCAR 2011 Zooms To Wii
Eutechnyx and Activision Publishing, Inc. announced today the highly anticipated release of NASCAR The Game 2011 for the Wii System from Nintendo. Already available for the Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and PlayStation 3 computer entertainment system, NASCAR The Game 2011 offers the ultimate adrenaline rush with unsurpassed pack racing game […]