Brace Yourselves; E3 is Coming

Hey, I'm already making Game of Thrones references and I haven't even started watching it yet. Welcome to the week (Well, couple of days now) before E3. There's been interesting rumors going on and even some announcements already. Sometimes either the industry can't wait, have something bigger things up their sleeve or they really have nothing else to present at the conferences next week. Lets just hope for bigger things. Nintendo has been quiet this year. In the past things have either been leaked, but this time they have been air tight. Well, almost. All we know so far is that they may be announcing a new Mario game and their new console will debut later this year. Let's also hope for a new 3DS design.

• One of the more interesting rumors which is now officially an announcement, was a proposed new Star Wars game. Everyone was hoping for a new Battlefront. I know I was. Instead we got something a little different. Well, way different. What was announced recently was a new Mature Star Wars game. Which could be interesting? I mean I know I've come up in a conversation before were what if Star Wars had more mature themes? We kinda got our answer in form of a book in which Stormtroopers are tortured, which came with mixed results. The game sounds interesting though, which I think stars Boba Fett. Hopefully it will be better than what Force Unleashed was supposed to be.

• Not really interested in this next game. I mean it looks nice. What this game is essentially is Mortal Kombat vs. DC Universe without Mortal Kombat. Well I mean it could be good, but when you see Batman punch Solomon Grundy through a roof, I think something may be off. I mean I just played a game playing as Batman trying to fight Solomon Grundy. And I had few problems just trying to get near him. Unless they explain Batman has super powers somehow, this game probably shouldn't be taken seriously. Also some of the costume designs are strange.

•  Dead Space 3 seems to have been officially announced. And apparently with co-op. Issac Clarke looks to be in it. I think. Because of his everyman face, it could be anyone. It's most likely him though, just with some new facial hair. Looks like Ellie is out of the picture too giving us a new male protagonist. They probably want to make it less similar to Resident Evil 5 anyway. Lets just hope the co-op is better than Resident Evil 5. I expect it to be more interesting and creepy on Xbox Live. Now the concept going on in my head sounds awesome. Oh, yeah and this one will take place on an ice planet. Similar to Hoth. And environments similar to The Thing. here are a few pictures of the co-op play: http://www.allgamesbeta.com/2012/05/dead-space-3.html

•  Another assassin is making its way to the 360 and PS3. Its been a while, but another Hitman game is coming. While it looks beautiful the story is, well, weird. Like if its straight out of a Kill Bill movie. Has it always been like this? No, idea. It's looking really good though. And supposedly we will be getting huge crowds of people to hide in the game. More than any other game. I find it funny that the trailer takes a jab at Assassins Creed.

• It may not be the game we wanted, but if anyone loved Bayonetta, you will love this:

• Lets see, Transformers: Fall of Cybertron will be on PC, a new Gears of War was announced, and PS Vita will get a female assassin for the Assassins Creed series, just to get that news out of the way. Now onto Blu-ray news.  Looks like we will be getting a better ET cover. With a steelbook for some reason. Not sure what warrants a steelbook these days (Jaws is getting one too, for which I like the artwork more honestly): 

•  Not only has the Avengers Blu-ray been announced, but a huge Ultimate set is coming as well. It comes with Iron Man, Incredible Hulk, Iron Man 2, Thor, Captain America, and finally The Avengers. The packaging will most likely be revealed at Comic-Con or a little before then. It looks like it will be packaged in the Tesseract briefcase though. Note the announcement picture:

New Spirit Trailer and E3 2008 Video Game Trailers

Not much to say, but enjoy the trailers! The Game trailers were unveiled at E3. Also another note: The Dark Knight is this Friday and I shall be going to Comic-Con! Without further adieu, here are the E3 and new movie trailers:

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I want to play this now, we have been waiting for years!:

For Fallout 3, there's four parts to the demo, so don't miss them!

More ways to be scared:

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Superman Fatalities eh?:

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Can't wait for more ways to play in the Halo Universe:

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More Resident Evil fun:

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Classic Mega Man? Sign me up!:

Why isn't this out for Xbox 360?:

Those were just a few of my favorite game trailers from E3 2008. You can find more trailers from E3 here from our good friends at IGN. Lots of good trailers as well as Guitar Hero 4 is looking more awesome. Also Penny-Arcade pretty much sums up E3 in a simple, yet effective comic. First part being Xbox's conference, then Nintendo, and finally PlayStation. Yeah, PlayStation is not doing too well.

Bonus Movie Trailer:

Thought it was over? Here's a trailer that's came by surprise and went online a little too early, and was supposed to premiere with The Dark Knight. Here it is anyway's if you can't wait :

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Another Bonus: New link for Watchmen in the movie trailer links.

Top 10 Video Games for the Wii.

For those of you lost in what games to maximize your Wii experience, here are the Top 10 games you should definitely own for the game system.

• Number 10: Wii Sports

Ok this is easy. It already comes with the system so you don't have to pay for it. Unless you bought a bootleg Wii, you already got a game to enjoy with the system. The game is really good though, graphics are great, and the controls have probably the best response time for any Wii game. So enjoy the first game ever that you will have for the Wii.

• Number 9: Trauma Center: New Blood

If parents aren't put off by the title, or the fact its an operation game; then this is a great way to start off kids who want to become doctors. Its a really good simulation game. Sure there's some blood, but that's what happens during an operation. Its not too graphic, since when your cutting into a person its not even an actual person, more so like a representation of a person. This game was also originally made for the Nintendo DS, but has transferred beautifully on the Wii. This is also the second edition of Trauma Center, but doesn't really matter which version you get, its the same game, just different storyline.

• Number 8: Guitar Hero III: Legends of Rock

Hey rock fans! If rock music is your type of thing and want to play it on a simulated guitar then this is the game for you. This game comes with a wireless guitar, but its kinda hard to find. It sold out mostly during the Holiday season so good luck finding it. There's a problem with the game though, it may be wireless and all that good stuff, but the audio for some music is set to mono. So if you aren't put off by the fact of listening to some music with one speaker. Then enjoy this game.

• Number 7: Wario Ware: Smooth Moves

This is a strange game. Which is also strangely good at the same time. This is great for parties. It may only use one controller at a time, but it still uses it with hilarious results. Wario has never disappointed us. He's made Wario Ware games for almost every game system starting with the GameCube and Gameboy Advance. And every game always is good. The mini-games are a bit silly, but are really fun. This a must-buy for any Wii owner.

Similar game: Mario Party 8

Not interested in the way too silly mini-games? Well there's also Mario Party 8, which is a bit similar although this one plays more like a board game, filled with mini-games. This one uses the Wii-mote a little more than Wario Ware. Some people don't like it, but I guarantee (not an actual guarantee) that kids will love this just as much as Wario Ware, maybe a little more. Anyone's choice here, so I consider this a tie in a way.

• Number 6: Super Paper Mario

This little RPG (RolePlaying Game) first appeared on the Nintendo 64. Now a newer version is on the Wii. This is interesting since this isn't Mario's first RPG adventure. Anyone remember Super Mario RPG: Legend of the Seven Stars? That's ok no one does. This one has an interesting twist to it, that makes it different from its predecessors. In this one you can go 2D or 3D. Its pretty interesting, considering Mario is Paper, or Paper like. Well anyway's its a nice little adventure with some good challenges. I'm stuck myself in this.

• Number 5: Resident Evil 4: Wii Edition

Alright this isn't for the kids obviously. For the more Mature players. (Yes parents that's Rated M for Mature, 18 years or older, not eh my kid's 16 he seems mature enough. No parents it has to be Age 18.) Don't exactly know why I put this up since its been out for two other systems before, but then again its nice to go back on an updated console, with very well made controls. A lot of systems and games should take note on what the Resident Evil franchise has done. They updated the First Resident Evil outing and game with new graphics when it came out for the GameCube. There should be more games like Resident Evil. That's right I mean you Resident Evil 2 and 3 (And any other game that deserves an update). You are within the same franchise and you couldn't even update your graphics? For shame. (Shakes head in shame)

Alternative Game: Wii Play

Not exactly Resident Evil, but its got a nice shooter game and other fun games to play. This game also comes with a free Wii-mote. For those parents with the younger tykes and non-adult teens (Yes parents take note! Teens under 18; no rates M games!), this game also similar to Wii Sports just more mini-gamey type. (You also ride cows! Ha!)

• Number 4: Metroid Prime 3: Corruption

I haven't tried this game yet, but is among one of the best played Wii games on the system. So it has to be good. I played the first one on the GameCube and I know it has to be similar to this one. Its pretty interesting gameplay, very challenging, but also quite fun for the teens. I don't know too much of the story line but I know the Wii controls are very tight and greatly handled with the game. Whatever floats your boat, another must buy for the Wii.

• Number 3: The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess

Now I know what your saying. Why isn't this Number one? For two reasons. Well maybe 3. There's a certain game, that I'm not mentioning yet, that may of course top this one. This one also was releasing months ago. Its still a great game, but there's two games being released that may top this one. This game is a favorite among many many people. The songs, the gameplay, almost everything seems flawless about this one. Its simple and great for any age. Well mostly.

• Number 1 Tie: Super Smash Bros. Brawl

But this game isn't out yet! Ah, but au contraire, this game will obviously top almost any game to date. From what I've seen this game is going to be the greatest. From its wireless online play, perfect Nintendo graphics. This should be on anyone's Wii library when it come's out tomorrow. Its the perfect party game and will be the best Wii game out there. Why isn't it it number one? Well there's another game that's number one right now and its tied with this one. This game isn't out yet, but it should be considered a tie with the next game on our list...

• Number 1 tie: Super Mario Galaxy

Surprised? Yeah didn't think so. This game is the best Mario Platformer to date. Its great for all the kids to play. Its also quite interesting because of how the physics are for the game. Jumping from planet to planet, Mr. Miyamoto has brought us one great Mario game. Its another world of Mario that has been introduced to us, which actually the game has taken years to develop, starting from what was once famously known as Mario 128. For those of you looking for a Wii game, definitely buy this game and/or Super Smash Bros. Brawl, unless there's a shortage of Brawl which I truly hope not.

Update - Future Worthy Mention: Mario Kart Wii

Most of everyone remembers the Mario Kart series and its always been the most successful racing game I know. This Mario Kart comes with a wheel attachment that goes with the Wii-mote, just to give a decent feel of a real wheel. This is a definite buy when it comes out on April 27.