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Capcom's John Diamonon answered the following question today via PS Blog: You’re probably thinking, “What the flock is FLOCK!?”

Well, today you’re going to find out because we have a little surprise for you in the free issue of Qore today.

Below are a couple of videos that show some of the quirky and original gameplay you’ll see in the game.




I want to introduce you to one of my co-workers, Robby Zinchak. Don’t let his young looks fool you. He’s an up-and-coming associate producer extraordinaire who’s ready to answer all your questions regarding this truly unique, downloadable game. Just don’t ask him to show you his ID. (Just kidding Robby.)

Hi! This is my first time posting here, so I figure I should introduce myself first My name is Robby, and I’m the Associate Producer on FLOCK! here at Capcom. As mentioned previously on this blog, the new episode of Qore (avail... More »  

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Rockstar compiled a list of possible solutions to user-reported Grand Theft Auto IV PC bugs:

Installation

You must have Vista Service Pack 1 or Windows XP Service Pack 3 installed PRIOR to installing and running Grand Theft Auto IV PC.

Right-click 'My Computer –> Properties' to see if you have the latest Service Packs installed, and if not check Windows Update and download before trying to install the game.

Installing on a non–English, French, Italian, German, Spanish, or Russian Operating System

There is a known issue with non–English, French, Italian, German, Spanish or Russian operating systems, where unsupported characters will appear on the initial installation screen (this screen then remains present in the background throughout the installation process).

To bypass this issue and install the game:

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Tonight, X-Play brought you the release date for Killzone 2, the highly-anticipated FPS from Guerrilla Games and Sony!

That date: February 27, 2009 for the United States. There is no word on other territories yet. There were a lot of rumors about the 17th, but it will be 10 days later. Get your pre-orders in!

X-Play also revealed two new weapons: the Bolt Gun and the Flamethrower, which can both be seen in the following video:




The end of the video also sports the official announcement of the release date if you don't believe me!

Below is another Killzone 2 video interview on the game's robust multiplayer component including details about the games innovative "Warzone" gametype!




The "Warzone" gametype, which can be seen in the video, rotates through all the available gametypes as the match plays out. It could start as a team deathmatch game that transitions t... More »  


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Atari president Phil Harrison has revealed that there is a generation of kids being born today that will most likely never buy a physical media product. Therefore, they will not buy a DVD, CD, and never buy a game in a box.

To quote: Phil Harrison is convinced that the game industry’s future audience will not be reliant on physical forms of media.

Speaking to Edge, the Atari company president said that “there’s a generation of kids being born today and probably already alive who I’m pretty confident will never buy a physical media product. They will never buy a DVD, they will never buy a CD, and they will never buy a game in a box.”

Harrison and Atari CEO David Gardner are already gearing the company towards this perceived trend. Back in September Gardner explained that the future of Atari lies in online play and distribution, with the former EA executive declaring that “within five years 90 per cent of our products will be onl... More »  


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Per Grace Chen (Senior Manager, PlayStation Store) today:

Hey, everyone. It’s time again for the weekly PlayStation Store update.

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Qore Episode 07: December, 2008 (free)
Episode 07 (December 2008) of Qore: Presented by the PlayStation®Network is being offered to all PSN account holders, 18 and older, for free! (*PSN registration required. user responsible for internet fees.) Download now to see what all of the excitement is about!
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Downloadable Games
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Hey guys, this is another European PSN Store Update. GTI Club+ finally appears for 9.99 pounds.

Also check the usual amount of DLC and the newest "Shoot!" episode for all shortcut lovers.

Enjoy!

PS3 Full Games

* GTI Club+ full game (£9.99/€12.99)
* Brain Challenge full game (£3.99/€4.99)

PsOne Classics

* Red Alert Retaliation PS1 game (£3.99/€4.99)
* Jet Rider PS1 game (£3.99/€4.99)

PS3 Demos

* LEGO Batman demo (free)

Add-on Content

* Race Driver GRID "8-ball" pack (£6.29/€7.99)
* LittleBigPlanet "Kabuki Actor" costume (free)
* SoulCalibur IV "Customization Equipment 4" pack (£0.79/€0.99)
* Star Wars: The Force Unleashed "Jedi Temple" mission pack (£7.99/€9.99)
* Star Wars: The Force Unleashed "Character pack 2" (£3.99/€4.99)
* Naruto Ultimate Ninja Storm "Storm Pa... More »  


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Bluepoint Games President Andy O'Neil was pleased to reveal today that Blast Factor for PlayStation 3 will offer PS3 trophies as of this Thursday.

To quote: Hey All! We’ve had a lot of email over the last few months asking about Trophies for Blast Factor, so I’m very pleased to announce that a new updated version of Blast Factor with that sweet Trophy goodness will be winging its way to your PS3 this Thursday!

We’ve had a lot of fun putting the Trophy challenges together, and we reckon that we’ve got a good selection for Blast Factor fans of all abilities. Watch out though, there are a couple that are going to be a challenge to even the most hardcore of Blast Factor players!

We’ve added 25 Trophies in total across the original game and the 2 expansion packs, with around 15 Trophies in Blast Factor: Basic Research and its 90+ levels, and 10 Trophies split between the Multiplayer expansion and Advanced Research with its addition of... More »  


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Three of the greatest rock bands ever are bringing some of their best songs to Guitar Hero this month!

Activision announced the holiday lineup of downloadable tracks for its latest music title today. The company is bringing some sweet gifts to music fans with three track packs for the biggest bands of the 70s and 90s- The Eagles, The Smashing Pumpkins, and Nirvana.

In addition, a free trio of reggae songs will be released on Christmas week. That's a merry jam, mon. Here's the list of tracks due each week. The track packs are $5.50, and individual tracks are $2. Downloads are available on PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, and Wii.

Dec 4th: The Smashing Pumpkins Pack
1979- The Smashing Pumpkins
GLOW- The Smashing Pumpkins
Everlasting Gaze- The Smashing Pumpkins

Dec 11: Nirvana Track Pack
Negative Creep- Nirvana
Silver- Nirvana
You Know You're Right- Nirvana

Dec 18: The Eagles Track Pack
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