The Electronic Entertainment Expo is perhaps one of THE gaming events of the gaming calendar every year, even outstripping the Tokyo Game Show, or the Game Developers Conference.
Enjoy E3 2012 and our coverage, and if you spot a new-worthy story, email us asap, we’ll credit you with the find naturally. After all, this is ideally a community based site.
Too bad the vision for this game seems less clear, as what followed had me shaking my head in dismay. True survival horror seems to have died, an action-focused alien bursting from its innards to replace it.. . . . . more here
Neverwinter, developed by Cryptic studios which was recently acquired by Perfect World, is the first Free-to-Play MMORPG that could convince me to dedicate some extra time away from all the sequels and invest in its satisfying story and extremely robust combat system.
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Finally, we’re at the point in time where Assassin’s Creed 3 is announced, tangible, and will actually release this Fall. It’s bursting at the seams with new content, and at E3 2012, we received a behind-closed-doors appointment for the game. . . . . more here
Is FIFA 13 the best sports game, yet unreleased?
Featuring what was possibly the best presentation of any game I’ve seen behind closed doors at E3 2012, EA Vancouver have managed to improve FIFA 13 in more ways than I thought possible. . . . . more here
Aliens: Colonial Marines Hands-on Preview
Aliens: Colonial Marines isn’t just a one-trick pony, hyping itself as being the canonical sequel to the film Aliens. It’s also got a multiplayer component that, while being able to stand up on its own, can only be accurately described as “kick-ass.” . . . . more here
Copycat Games:
Is stealing gameplay ideas from others evolution?
AE3 this year demonstrated a lot of common elements , with few additions. Here are some strong examples of games ‘borrowing’ from others. . . . . more here
E3 2012: Confessions of an E3 virgin
The plan is also to use E3 as a chance to get a feel for the industry, which is probably a bit like trying to gain an understanding of fluid dynamics by hurling yourself off Niagara Falls. . . . . more here
E3 2012: Borderlands 2 Hands-on Preview
At the core, though, it’s still the same game. Is it a true step up, or just a refined texture upgrade? . . . . more here
E3 2012 Awards: Who Really Stole The Show?
From best shooter to best take on a new genre to game of the show, we have a robust list chosen by our staff who attended the show . . . . more here
E3 2012: PlanetSide 2 Hands-on Preview
OXCGN was treated to a hands-on with the game during E3 2012, and we’re proud to say it was one of the best shooters on the show floor . . . . more here
Believe it: Nathan Fillion Can Play Video Games
I had the chance to attend a special Halo 4 VIP party last week during the chaotic events of E3. For me this was a great chance to kick back, relax and enjoy the moment during the world’s biggest game convention . . . . more here
At the very end of our appointment with Ubisoft, OXCGN got hands-on with ZombiU to see what all the fuss was about.:. . . . . more here
Amidst a psychological breakdown and the rage of an Editor in Chief that demanded more content, I noticed many offbeat things at E3 2012 that deserved their own special awards.:. . . . . more here
E3 2012: Dance Central 3 Preview
From the beginning the hardware portion of the Dance Central 3 demo struggled to scan all players and it took the roughly 10 minutes before we continued with the demo.:. . . . . more here
E3 2012: “Stealth” Games Are Evolving The Wrong Way
Taken at a glance, you’d have to think that E3 2012 would be a great showing for fans of the stealth genre. A new Splinter Cell? Hitman? Assassin’s Creed? Metal Gear game? That would have to be enough for anyone, right?.:. . . . . more here
Snapshot Day 3: Massive List of New Games Previewed
We are running around like chickens with our heads chomped off (by ZombiU zombies?) to give you mini-previews of as many games as possible:. . . . . more here
Watch Dogs Game of the Show Makes Everyone Paranoid
Amongst all the sequels, rehashes and reboots, Watch Dogs is simply flawless, from the beginning of its 9 minute gameplay demo. When you’ve got Hideo Kojima, Tim Schafer and Whil Weaton all taking time out of their day to pop over to Ubisoft to see the game in person you know you have something amazing.:. . . . . more here
Splinter Cell: Blacklist: Blame Avatar Tech for Ironside Absence
Being a massive fan of the franchise since day 1 of the first title, I anxiously (but professionally) grilled our presenter of the game after our behind-closed-doors presentation at E3 2012. The answer is reasonable, but fans still may not be happy.:. . . . . more here
Snapshot Day 2: Massive List of New Games Previewed
Each day we’re going to list a short snippet regarding each game, listing what we “got” – whether that is hands-on time, a trailer, et cetera – our impressions based upon that, and then our thoughts.
Impressions are judged with a badge based upon the impression itself. Day 2:. . . . . more here
Disappointment abounds.
That’s the sentiment I see repeated all over the place about E3 2012. But does this mean E3 2012 is a big disappointment?
No. Not for those who like games, and particular promising new IPs.:. . . . . more here
Snapshot Day 1: New Games Previewed
Each day we’re going to list a short snippet regarding each game, listing what we “got” – whether that is hands-on time, a trailer, et cetera – our impressions based upon that, and then our thoughts.
Impressions are judged with a badge based upon the impression itself.:. . . . . more here
Nintendo Conference: Taking a U Turn?
Nintendo had left everyone scratching their heads after last years baffling Wii U reveal and it was time to see whether Nintendo could finish what they started twelve months ago. Instead, I’m still left scratching my head:. . . . . more here
Timed Exclusives: Outdated Strategy?
It begs the question: does having timed exclusive DLC really sways the consumer into purchasing the product that has the DLC first? Does this business strategy really push sales of said game on the platform, or the platform itself?:. . . . . more here
New Splinter Cell: Ironside ‘Blacklisted’
Today, Ubisoft announced the next iteration in the franchise entitled Blacklist, and many warning signs blared in my head: little to no stealth was present, Sam looks young, the connection to Conviction was never explained.
And one of the most appalling: Michael Ironside will not be returning as the voice of Sam.:. . . . . more here
Diary of a PS3 Gamer at Microsoft’s Show
I come to the event having been console exclusive to PS3 for years. I wanted to see if Microsoft could take me, grab me by the throat at their live presentation, and convert me to their cause.
Did they succeed?:. . . . . more here
Sony’s E3 Conference: Is it Coke or is it Pepsi
Excitement was in the air as the Sony press conference kicked off with a sizzle reel featuring (of all things) a Playstation Move racing wheel.
Jack Tretton took to the stage with microphone issues to confirm that the sizzle reel got everyone’s heart pumping, so he says.
And he was right:. . . . . more here
Microsoft Presentation Too Predictable
The Demo ended and the audience lost their shit. Pretty standard E3 fare thus far.
The question is, while this looked amazing, were there any big surprises to come? As it turns out, no.
But lots more amazing footage, mixed with some that was just a bit underwhelming.
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E3 2012: Top 10 Pre-E3 Trailers
We have seen a few confirmations of new titles (Dead Space 3, third person shooter Star Wars 1313) and rumours of others (Gears of War: Judgement and Assassin’s Creed 3: Liberation).
It has also seen some new trailers revealed prior to the show.
Here area the best of the trailers, in one neat page:. . . . . more here
Metro: Last Light Developer Interview
Myself and Nicholas Laborde had a few questions that THQ Australia delivered. They give a great insight into the world of Metro: Last Light and the direction the sequel is taking . . . . more here
Metro: Last Light is another sequel in THQ‘s sequel-heavy line up of titles that I am definitely now interested in, more so for the story than the graphics or gameplay.
What we were shown was a big step up from their last Metro game, and has me excited to see even more . . . . more here
I love rumours.
I love hearing that a player might be coming to the team I support. Or rumours that the interest rates might be dropping.
Most of all I like rumours that a favourite franchise’s next iteration will be announced at E3, like Thief 4 was awhile ago (where are you Thief 4???) . . . . more here
Top 10 Anticipated Sequels of E3 2012
E3.
The one thing that makes gamers around the world go absolute batshit crazy. Some in a good way, where announcements make gamers jump into loving bro-hugging (or the female gamer equivalent….sis-hugging….”shugging” we’ll go with) embraces, others which draw the ire of gamers everywhere . . . . more here
XCOM: Enemy Unknown Top Secret Preview
Not to be confused with XCOM the First Person Shooter developed by 2K Marin, XCOM: Enemy Unknown is the Real Time Turn-Based RPG strategy game developed by Firaxis, the company behind the Sid Meier franchise . . . . more here
Top 10 Franchises That Should Be Announced As LEGO Games
I believe that if Lego video games are going to keep expanding there are some obvious franchise choices that are being missed, especially ones to attract or keep core gamers. These Lego titles should be announced at this year’s E3. Or the next one. But definitely by the one after that! . . . . more here
THQ Australia held a pre-E3 showcase event highlighting their current line up of upcoming titles with never before seen gameplay footage for the lucky “elite” of the Australian media . . . . more here
Top 10 Anticipated E3 Games: OXCGN’s Must See List
OXCGN’s dedicated contributors are getting restless. I can tell. As usual, my job is to man the fort, which means I miss out. However, that doesn’t stop me from sharing vicariously their experiences and their dreams. Here is my personal Top 10 Anticipated games of E3 2012 . . . . more here….>
The Top Announcements We Want and Don’t Want at E3 2012
It’s quite simply the most wonderful time of the year in the gaming scene, and everyone is ecstatic. But with every E3, there always comes the great anticipations, excitements and – of course – the disappointments and let downs. It’s a given with any E3. Here are the top announcements we do and don’t want at E3 2012, in no particular order . . . . more here….>
