Game Downloads

Gaming TodayIn the US of A, today is the 4th of July, which might mean a day off from work, BBQs, and 50% off love seats at the local furniture depot, but it’s really a day to celebrate America’s independence from the Kingdom of Great Britain on July 4th, 1776.

I considered titling this update with something along the lines of “yawn-inducing,” but that’d be an understatement. There’s nothing new on the Store this week other than two new themes, one of which is called “PSN Theme” which reeks with about as much creativity as an FPS starring a space marine. (I still love you, Master Chief.)

It was only a matter of time before Qore got an exclusive demo, and it didn’t take long. Qore Episode 2 was released today and includes the exclusive Naruto: Ultimate Ninja Storm demo. (I wonder how many diehard Naruto fans fork over the $3 entry fee to play the demo.) It’s also got part one of a three part series on the development of Resistance 2. In other words, I continue to regret having purchased a subscription when Qore was first released.

If you enjoyed part one of the Gears of War 2 Screenshot Extravaganza, here is a bunch of artwork depicting the weapons available when playing multiplayer. At your disposal will be the Hammerburst, Locust Gorgon Pistol and the Locust Poison Grenade, plus we have some Stranded Flame Thrower and shield concept art as well.

DC Universe Online wants you to be their MySpace buddy and so far as of this post they have 693 friends already. Not that I visit MySpace much, only when I need comic relief, but it is probably one of the coolest pages I have seen on there. Plus, if you have your own MySpace and become pals, you may get invited to the game’s reveal at Comic Con in San Diego later this month.

The box art for Dead Space has been released, and it is pretty neat. Creepy, but neat, and since the release date is so close to Halloween (Oct 21) it is only fitting.