Metro: Last Light Trailer

Ukranian developer, 4A Games, released a trailer for the upcoming Metro: Last Light and it looks different, yet still amazing.



You still play as Artyom, but now you are a Ranger and Khan comes with you on the mission; along with returning characters, the Reich will be coming back. Metro Last Light will not be based off of Metro 2034, but instead it will have its own plot and such, but that does not mean 4A Games won't ever do a Metro 2034 game based off the novel, supposedly.

I'm highly interested in what the whole plot of Last Light will be; the enemies might be the Reich instead of the mutants considering the ending to Metro 2033. The enemy AIs are suppose to be harder also, and if that's the case, then this game will be challenging if there is still a scarce supply of ammunition. Hopefully Metro will finally get the attention it deserves and will do an excellent job this time around.

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DC Renumbering All Titles

DC Comics has announced that they will be renumbering over 50 of their comic titles back to No. 1; their reason for doing such a leap is to bring in new readers. The renumbered comics will be more up to date with current events and more modern costumes.

"In September, more than 50 more first issues will debut, introducing readers to stories that are grounded in each character's specific legend but also reflect today's real-world themes and events. Lee spearheaded the redesign of more than 50 costumes to make characters more identifiable and accessible to comic fans new and old."

"We looked at what was going on in the marketplace and felt we really want to inject new life in our characters and line," says Dan DiDio, who co-publishes DC with Lee. "This was a chance to start, not at the beginning, but at a point where our characters are younger and the stories are being told for today's audience."

The first comic to be renumbered will be Justice League this Summer on August 31st, written by Geoff Johns, the JL will include heroes such as: Aquaman, Batman, Flash, Green Lantern, Superman and Wonder Woman. 

This might or might not be a smart move for DC; it gives them a chance to bring in new readers, or it might dissuade current readers and make them feel like they are wasting their time re-reading their favorite heroes. Either way, I am supporting this, just because it finally gives me a chance to jump into the DC Universe. For the past few months I have been trying to start reading more DC comics, starting with Infinite Crisis and trying to catch up. skipping Final Crisis just because I found it so boring. I am currently on the prelude to Darkest Night, and I will try to catch up all the way to Flashpoint. We'll see how all of this turns out soon enough.

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Pocket Legends

Lately I've been playing this game called Pocket Legends by Spacetime Studios on my tablet, and it is a pretty impressive Mobile 3D MMORPG. It's a pretty simple game for either your iOS device or Android device with pretty impressive features; you can chat with other players in the area or in a different area, an auction house, hundreds of weapons/gear, and a nice level of difficulty are included within the game along a countless amount of different players.

Even the battle system is nicely down, all you have to do is select which enemy you want to attack and set your weapon on auto; you also are able to choose different attack abilities, that will take mana away from you though, but you can easily refill it with mana potions. If you want, you're able to level up your abilities to whatever suits you; the leveling ability would be more interesting if it were tree branch based. 

You are able to choose from three classes: Enchantress (Elf) Warrior (Bear) or Archer (Bird). Each character is customizable to a limit; the Archer can look like a robin or the Warrior can take on a panda look. After choosing the facial look, the colors of their clothing are changeable also; unfortunately it changes the color, not the style. After awhile, your character will be able to gain different weapons from completing tasks or getting them as drops from different enemies. These weapons will give the character different features, like a higher crit rate, more health, more strength, ect; these are not limited to weapons also, it applies to head gear or tunics also.

After the character is chosen, you're thrown into Haven Forest in the world of Alterra where you have to save a prisoner from zombies (yes, zombies) and then complete the first dungeon after fighting the first boss. From there there is an imminent danger and the Elf Queen asks for your help to travel around Alterra and save the kingdom from all the evil doers. During your travels, a chance is given to you to help other people where you can gain items and gold; if the tasks are too hard, you can call on strangers or friends to help you out.

All in all, Pocket Legends is an amazing MMORPG for it being free; once in awhile there are updates, so support for the game is obviously there. Of course there is room for improvement, in order to get platinum, a kind of currency besides gold, you need real life money. Luckily, you don't need the platinum to go farther in the game, but it unlocks levels and other helpful stuff. In a way, the platinum helps you gain DLC. More customizable characters and more classes would be amazing along with a more advanced ability tree, I understand that might be too much for a mobile game, but hey, that would be awesome. Despite those three things, the game is a wonderful experience and pretty addictive with a great pace; I have been playing for a little over a week already and I just reached level 20, so it's not too hard nor is it too easy. I pretty much highly recommend this game to anyone, and if you do have the game, don't be afraid to join my party for some leveling.

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Portal 2 Soundtrack Released

For all you funky Portal 2 lovers, Valve has been kind enough to give us free ring tones and soundtrack. I see that the soundtrack says Volume 1, so I'm hoping that there will eventually be a Volume 2; these ring tones will be going on my Android Tablet for my notifications. Turret Wife Serenade sounds great, so does Science is fun; I can care less for the others honestly.

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X-Men Schism

For anyone who has been reading the latest X-Men event. Prelude to X-Men Schism, and been wondering what the hell is going on, Marvel has finally shown some light for us. X-Men Schism is basically about a mutant related international devastation that tears up the X-Men team and will introduce a fight between the leader of the X-Men and the most feared of the X-Men; Cyclops against Wolverine.

I'm guessing that Wolverine will go against Cyclops because of an extremely tough decision Cyclops makes, which can be seen in the Prelude to Schism. Most likely Cyclops sends hundreds of mutants to their deaths and that doesn't settle with Wolverine. Either way, we'll find out what's really happening July 13th.

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Gotham City Impostor

Batman and Joker is at it again, well, it's not really Batman and it's not really Joker. Instead it is the wannabe Batmen against the wannabe Jokers. Lame, right? No, it does not sound lame at all, instead it sounds freakin amazing.

What Gotham City Impostor is all about is that you either side with the Bats or the Jokerz and fight each other with guns, gadgets, rocket launchers and comedy style bombs. Monolith Production (who have done F.E.A.R. and Condemned) will be making this game a first person shooter along with customizable characters and gizmos. Yes, yes, everyone knows that Batman never uses a gun, but don't worry...you're not really THE Batman, so it's all good.

Gotham City Impostor will be downloadable for XBLA, PSN and PC in the near future. I've been looking for a new multiplayer FPS for awhile and I believe that this will satisfy my needs quit a bit.

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Sony Gives Us Many Goodies

Sony has finally announced what goodies we will be receiving once the PSN is fully back up and running. Current subscribers will be able to choose 2 free PS3 games, 2 free PSP games, free movie rentals, 30 day free subscription to Playstation Plus for current non Plus users, current Plus subscribers get an extra 60 days, and 100 free virtual items for Playstation Home.

We are able to choose any two of these PS3 games:

• Dead Nation
• Infamous
• LittleBigPlanet
• Super Stardust HD
• Wipeout HD + Fury

Then we are able to choose any two of these PSP games:

• LittleBigPlanet
• ModNation Racers
• Pursuit Force
• Killzone Liberation

I will most likely be getting Dead Nation, Infamous, ModNation Racers and Killzone Liberation. I believe that this is enough of an apology for me, but I'm not too sure about those who got their information stolen. But kudos for Sony trying to buy back our love with free gifts.

Along with PSN coming back, there are no plans to bring it back in Japan until the Japanese Government says so. Yes, the Japanese will not let Sony bring back up the PSN there until they release more information about the attack and explain how they will regain PSN user's trust.

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PSN Back In Action

Everyone can finally join in hands and sing a merry tune, for Sony has been able to bring up the PSN and their services. We got an announcement (besides parts of Asia and Japan) saying:

"The first phase of restored services for these countries and regions will include:

• Sign-in for PlayStation®Network and Qriocity services, including the resetting of passwords
• Restoration of online game-play across PS3 and PSP
• Playback rental video content, if within rental period, of PlayStation Network Video Delivery Service on PS3, PSP and MediaGo
• Music Unlimited powered by Qriocity, for current subscribers, on PS3 and PC
• Access to 3rd party services such as Netflix, Hulu, Vudu and MLB.tv
•  'Friends' category on PS3, including Friends List, Chat Functionality, Trophy Comparison, etc
• PlayStation Home"

Along with another announcement about their new security:

"The company has made considerable enhancements to the data security, including updating and adding advanced security technologies, additional software monitoring and penetration and vulnerability testing, and increased levels of encryption and additional firewalls.  The company also added a variety of other measures to the network infrastructure including an early-warning system for unusual activity patterns that could signal an attempt to compromise the network."

After a near month of PSN being down, it is finally back up. Now let's hope this new security doesn't get attacked.

In other PSN related news though, it is rumored that the attack on Sony was through a rented Amazon server. Not much is said about it, but there is an investigation going on at the moment.

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NBC Passes Wonder Woman

It seems like Adrianne Palicki won't be playing Wonder Woman on T.V. anymore; NBC has decided to pass the Wonder Woman reboot. But it was rumored that the pilot will be released one way or another, I am not too entirely sure who would watch it in the first place.

I'm not too shocked that this got canned before it was even able to air on television.

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GameCrazy Is Back

If you head over to Game Crazy's website, you'll notice their white page of text saying they're gone for now has been replaced.

If you click the "Shop Now!" link, it takes you straight to Amazon's Toys & Game page. I am excited to see what kind of announcements are made, and I am hoping they are back, I loved Game Crazy more than Game Stop. I will be keeping a close eye on Game Crazy's site and keep you guys informed.

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TF2 Replay Update

Today, Valve has released the Replay Update for Team Fortress 2. The Replay Editor lets you record an in game video and then lets you edit it afterwards. After you edit your video, you are given the chance to upload it via Youtube, where you can earn achievement by how many people view your video, or you can upload it to the Saxxy Awards

You get to choose which category to upload your video for a Saxxy Award. The categories include:

• Most Inventive Kill
• Best Mid-air Murder
• Biggest Massacre
• Funniest Replay
• Best Getaway
• Best Revenge
• Most Pwnage
• Most Heroic
• Players Choice
• Best Set Design
• Best Team Costume
• Best Original Soundtrack
• Best 30 Second Trailer
• Best Coordinated Combat
• Most Dramatic
• Best Cinematography
• Best Editing
• Most Epic Fail
• Most Extreme Stunt
• Best Overall Replay

 Videos must be under a  minute, with one entry per Steam user and must be made between May 5th and May 11th.

This is pretty interesting, I might get my editing going on and enter this contest.

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Another Attack For Sony?

It is rumored that a third attack will take place this weekend against Sony's website, which can lead to more stolen credit card information and/or regular information. This rumor comes from Erica Ogg, a CNET writer. Even if this is a rumor, Sony should not take it light heatedly, and I hope they are ready for this blow. If you want to find out more,visit Erica Ogg's article on CNET about it.

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Fear Itself 2 Review

Holy crap, if I thought Fear Itself #1 was amazing, then my mind was not prepared for Fear Itself #2. This event is getting better and better so far and I cannot wait for all the other Fear Itself arcs to come out. The Cocoa Pebbles I was eating at 1:30 in the morning almost fell out of my mouth as my jaw dropped in the second issue of Fear Itself and Fear Itself: Spider-Man.

Let me start off with Fear Itself #2, we got to finally find out who the Worthy are in this issue. Think of them as the Four Horsemen of Apocalypse, but there are 8 of them with magic hammers under the control of the Serpent King, who is an enemy of Odin. If he's an enemy of Odin, then you know you have a powerful bastard on your hands. Odin led the Asgardians back to their realm of Asgard,leaving Midgard to fend for itself as the Serpent King unleashes fear, all while Odin is dragging Thor in chains. Thor wants to stay and protect Midgard and he accuses Odin of being a coward. Not this doesn't make Odin happy, no one accuses the All-Father of being a coward, so he chains Thor and locks him up.

The whole issue had such an intense atmosphere, and revolves around lesser known characters; such as Titania and Absorbing Man. But there was action on every panel; the Juggernaut and Hulk got turned into a Worthy, thus being enslaved by these magical Hammers and now serve the Serpent King. I got chills from it all, it was extremely well done, Matt Fraction is doing a superb job on this.

Even Chris Yost is doing excellent in this event, and it shows in Fear Itself: Spider-Man. Here, Spider-Man is webbing through New York saving the fine citizens of New York during this fear storm. He isn't even making him usual jokes this time, he's 100% serious as he fears that Aunt May is hurt or dead.

Fear Itself is becoming extremely promising, and looks like it will be one of the top events Marvel has done. I cannot wait to see who else is going to be deemed as a Worthy, I'll be waiting diligently for the 3rd issue to come out.

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Star Wars on Blu-Ray

The big Star Wars news from yesterday has been announced today. As everyone pretty much expected, Lucasfilms is releasing the complete Saga on Blu-Ray on September 12 this year that will include 9 discs with the movies and special features.

Once I get enough money, I'll be forced to throw my money at Lucas. Speaking of the price, the price is suppose to be $139.99, but Amazon is selling it for $89.99 right now, saving you $50.

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Today's Comicbook Read

Today Marvel released Fear Itself 2/Spider-Man/The Home Front and Moon Knight. I have been waiting for this moment and will be reading these glorious comics later tonight.

At first I did not realize that Fear Itself came out today, but once I found out, I knew I would be giggling around on my bed reading it along with Moon Knight. I'll be writing a review for all of them possibly tomorrow.

I am hoping that Bendis does a good job on Moon Knight, despite knowing most of his other work. I will have to say though, I did enjoy his work on Ultimate Spider-Man. Either way, the new Moon Knight sounds like it can have some very good potential. Maybe this can beat Charlie Hudson's run on Moon Knight, that will be an extremely hard thing to do though.

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Mass Effect 3 Delayed

BioWare has announced today that Mass Effect 3 will unfortunately have a new release date sometime in 2012. A representative has stated:

"Today we have confirmed that Mass Effect 3 will be released in the first three months of 2012. The development team is laser focused on making sure Mass Effect 3 is the biggest, boldest and best game in the series, ensuring that it exceeds everyone’s expectations."

At least their reason for a pushed back date is reasonable. I want my Mass Effect 3 to be extremely well done, so I do not mind waiting a little bit longer.

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Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword Easter Egg

I just found this video and found it pretty interesting, the new Legend of Zelda game has an easter egg within its theme song. Listen to the whole thing and you'll be able to figure it out.



I will have to say though, I am not a big fan of the theme. It sounds pretty different, but in a bad way. I cannot really put my finger on it, but it is pretty disappointing. I just hope the rest of the music in Skyward Sword isn't like this at all.

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May The 4th Be With You

Over at this Star Wars website, there is a countdown going on and will reach 0 tomorrow on "May The 4th Be With You" day that will lead into an announcement. No one is quite sure what the announcement is, but some people are speculating a Blu-ray 3D complete saga movie set. If this is true, then I will be a sucker and buy it, which will probably cost quite a lot for me. But hey, it might not be a movie, it might be a new game or something. Either way, we'll find out tomorrow.

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Metro 2033: Last Light

THQ has announced the official name for Metro 2033's sequel; Metro 2033: Last Light. Along with the sequel name, the set release date isn't fully known except for a 2012 release date.

I am highly curious on what the sequel will be about. Metro 2033 was highly enjoyable, so my expectations for Last Light are going to be set pretty high. I still need to get an English copy of the book also, I would love to read the 464 paged beast.

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Sony Hacked...Again

Sony has been hacked once again, but it was not their PSN, this time it was Sony Online Entertainment. SOE includes DC Universe, EverQuest, and Star Wars Galaxies along with various Facebook games. They people over at SOE has stated:

"Dear valued SOE Customers,
We have had to take the SOE service down temporarily. In the course of our investigation into the intrusion into our systems we have discovered an issue that warrants enough concern for us to take the service down effective immediately. We will provide an update later today (Monday)."

With this attack, another 12,700 credit card numbers have been stolen, but non of them belong to U.S. citizens. 24.6 million users' information was stolen though. If you want more information, you can read more here.

Sony is getting smacked around hard, they better up their security to prevent any more attacks on them.

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Portal 2 Price Cut This Week Only

If you head over to Gamestop, you would notice that Portal 2 has had a price cut. The console versions are now $39.99 while the PC version is at $29.99, and Bestbuy is doing the same thing. But Amazon is pushing it and have the consoles going at $34.99 while the PC version is still $29.99.

Not sure why this is exactly happening, but don't let this deal slip by, get it while you have the chance.

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Anaheim Comicon 2011

Yesterday, I went to the Anaheim Comicon, and I will have to say that it was amazing and fun. I got to meet some awesome artists and actors. I got to meet Rob Leifeld, who is known for his weird anatomy. Just look at this picture of Captain America he did:

Though, he has gotten better with his drawings, especially with the variant he did for Uncanny X-Force.

I also got to meet Arthur Suydam, the artist behind Marvel Zombies, and got an awesome Moon Knight poster signed by him.

There were a plethora of other artists, a lot of them from web comics I have never heard of. The other major comic artists, I did not know too many of them. Liefeld and Suydam were pretty much the only ones I knew, but I did recognize the art from the other artists. 

Artist's Alley was not the only place I stopped by, I got to see some voice actors and actors.  Unfortunately, I only talked to a few for there were long lines to meet most of them. The ones I for sure had to meet though, were the cast from Mighty Morphin Power Rangers. The first to arrive was Zack Taylor, the Black Power Ranger, and I got to talk to him for a minute. Zack even hit on my girlfriend, I was proud of her. The other Power Rangers were not there while I was there, I left before they got into the building.

By Zack was Herbie Baez, the Green Beetleborg from Beetleborgs.

I chatted with Herbie about this show for a few minutes, but before I was able to talk to him. I got myself a free autograph from Stephen Stanton who voiced the Big Daddy from Bioshock and does the voice of Tarkin from Star Wars: Clone Wars.

Besides meeting many famous people who star strucked me, I went around the shops and bought many things, saw some awesome people in some awesome costumes. My camera was pretty bad and kept messing up, so some of the pictures I took never got captured. Anaheim Comicon was an awesome experience though and I'm glad I went, I am also planning on going to the newly announced L.A. Comicon this September also. I'm going to try to have a Deadpool Pulp costume ready by then.

Here are some pictures from my grand adventure:

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