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MLB 10 The Show Review

MLB 10 The Show's Cover Boy Joe Mauer

It seems that with every passing year, video game sports simulations are constantly becoming more authentic.  In the past 4 years, no series has lived up to that standard more so than MLB The Show from SCE San Diego Studio. With little room for improvement, they have once again proved why not only is the series the best baseball game on the market, it also sets the standard for sports simulation as a whole. Sorry Madden fans, while MLB 10 The Show may not be perfect  it really is just that damn good.

Green Day: Rock Band Gets a Release Date

Fans of Punk Rock you can officially start celebrating. Green Day: Rock Band (for better or for worse) officially has a release date now. Get ready because on June 8th you’ll get your trip down memory lane all the way back to… the 90’s.

Following in the footsteps of the successful The Beatles: Rock Band, GD:RB will also feature “three part vocal harmony” technology, that way you can get even more people involved when you play. As the norm these days, all 47 of the game’s track will be exportable and compatible with Rock Band, Rock Band 2 and the just announced Rock Band 3. Check out all of the pricing details for the upcoming game below.

Medal of Honor – Executive Producer Video Interview

A little over a week ago, DualShockers had the privilege of attending an EA media Day in NYC. While there we had the chance to check out some of EA upcoming lineup. Now while you’ve had the chance to see some of that coverage in the past few days (Battlefield: Bad Company 2 in 3D and Skate 3 Interview) you haven’t seen the biggest title we were most excited for, and that was Medal of Honor. And while we weren’t allowed to take any videos (not even audio) of what we saw, we will have full impressions up Shortly. However we did have a chance to chat with executive producer Greg Goodrich about the upcoming shooter and got as many juicy details as we could squeeze out of him. Check out the video interview below!

RawGamePlay’s Sneak Peak of the EA Media Day in NYC

They’re back! Michael Hurdle and Corey Ashley, the same two guys who exposed Gamestop for blacklisting  the competition during the MW2 launch, have returned. In the latest episode of the RawGamePlay show, the guys give you an insider’s look into the event EA held at a secret location in NYC. Give it a watch (or a listen) as you’ll hear about upcoming stuff that we cannot talk about until tomorrow, As well as a cameo by HHG! Enjoy the clip below!

HHG Says: God of War 3 Deserves a 10, Not Bias Journalism

IGN and Gamespot, now you’ve done it! You’ve made PAX East and E310 turn into what’s going to be a very awkward situation. Chris Roper and Tom McShea, good luck trying to hide from the HipHopGamer! Check out the clip below to see what I mean!

Video Interview with Skate 3 Producer Chris “Cuz” Parry

In case you didn’t know, DualShockers had the privilege of attending an EA media day last week  in the big apple. We had a sneak peaks at many titles. Some familiar, some surprising, and some that we just can’t talk about yet (but we will soon). Skate 3 was definitely one of the more familiar title’s there, and our very own Al Zamora had a chance to site down with the man who’s been in charge of the series since the very beginning, Mr. Chris “Cuz” Parry. We were allowed to capture some footage off the screen as well, so you might see some new stuff you haven’t seen any where else. Enjoy the clip.

HipHopGamerShow 3/7/10

Yeah, that just happened. DualShockers and HipHopGamer together at last. Or as N4G would call us "The Video Game Axis of Evil"

Ok so today is Sunday, so you know that means two things. One, you will probably spend your day (as I have) with your significant other shopping at the local mall and miserable because you should be at home gaming. Two, there will be a brand new episode of the HipHopGamerShow waiting for you as soon as you get home. Finally, some entertainment! Enjoy the latest episode from everyone’s favorite, HipHopGamer, with a special appearance by the HipHop Granny herself!

Steve Ballmer Hints at Natal Bundles, Form Factors

While speaking with computer science students at the Unniversity of Washington earlier this week, Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer hinted at some upcoming plans for the Xbox 360 as well as natal. During the Q and A session,  Ballmer very sublty hinted at some Xbox 360 form factors and price points headed our way.

Why MAG is Essentially a $60 Beta

I know what you’re thinking. You just read the title above and thought to yourself “who in the name of Jim Sterling wrote this drivel?” and to that, all I have to say is… relax. Not only is what you’re about to read pro Zipper Interactive, it is also very much pro Sony. Just read on.

GameStop to Host FFXIII Midnight Launch; Moogles Rejoice

Time to get out your decade old Tidus cosplay costume and inflatable Yuna doll and head down to your local pimp Gamestop with a comfy chair in hand and park your rear in front of the store. It was announced late yesterday that there will in fact be a midnight launch on Monday, March 8th for what is probably the most anticipated RPG of this current generation. Hit the jump for more details!

Are You Ready for Some… Baseball?

Well are you? You better be, because not 1 but 2 officially licensed baseball series’ will be landing on store shelves today. While one of them will be coming out for every single game machine out their (possibly Texas Instruments calculators even) the other will be Sony only. This has pretty much been a one horse race for the past two years but let’s take a quick look into the two who will be contending for your $60, shall we?

Roller Coasters and Rock Band All In One Place

If you thought Rock Band was something that should only be done after drinking half a bottle of Jack with a couple buddies (or by yourself) then think again. MTV Games and Cedar Fair Entertainment have come together to bring “Rock Band Live” to visitors of their many theme parks. So, what exactly is “Rock Band Live” you ask? Just read on to find out!