http://kayinart.net better than an amputee cat Tue, 06 May 2008 23:30:32 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Of all the news and announcements to come out of PlayStation Day '08, the first Mirror's Edge footage easily takes the cake for me.  Considering a) there's nothing else like it and b) this is coming from EA (aka, the monopoly/sequel monster of fiery doom), ... http://kayinart.net/2008/05/06/sony-playstation-day-08-london-first-mirrors-edge-footage/ For the unlucky few masses that have experienced the ominous RRoD, you'll no doubt have suffered in it's wake.  I'm on my third 360 already so you should understand why I found this next bit of information priceless. I have now discovered what I need to do in order to get ... http://kayinart.net/2008/05/06/escalated-support-for-your-rroding-360/ In celebration of the new Gold Rush map, items, and Medic achievement pack, Valve is kicking off a free weekend of Team Fortress 2.  The (hopefully) temporary army of medics earning their shiny new achievements put a new spin on the gameplay, so expect a one of a kind experience ... http://kayinart.net/2008/05/03/team-fortress-2-free-all-weekend/ Conan O'Brien talked of the toned down violence in GTA 4 during his opening monologue. In the past, Grand Theft Auto's been severely criticized for being too violent. The new version, it's been toned down a lot, I think in reaction to the criticism. I'm not sure it's better. Take a ... http://kayinart.net/2008/05/02/conans-take-on-gta-4/ In a press release issued today, Nintendo announced it would begin setting up tournaments for waggle fiends (just kidding) the world over.  Starting today, you can access tournaments through the 'Mario Kart channel' on your Wii to compete for glory and bragging rights. Tournaments might take the form of a challenge ... http://kayinart.net/2008/05/01/worldwide-mario-kart-wii-tournaments/ For those of you not playing GTA 4, have a look at this excellent pixel art entitled "Underneath It All".  There is a 'Flip Image' button in the lower right corner of the screen for use when viewing the underside.  If you know of any other pixel art that deserves ... http://kayinart.net/2008/05/01/pixel-art/ Variety's Ben Fritz wrote an excellent article debating the integrity of an exclusive review.  I completely agree with him and, to be honest, am shocked that I never cast doubt on exclusive reviews before this.  It's an interesting read. But how can we trust a videogame review when the outlet running ... http://kayinart.net/2008/04/27/exclusive-grand-theft-auto-4-reviews-jilted/ [update] I received some complaints about the image quality, so I uploaded some new images.  Enjoy! I have uncovered every GTA 4 secret location/item.  Hit the jump for some super sweet maps.  Also, list any tips or tricks you've found in the comment section below. [gallery=3] http://kayinart.net/2008/04/27/grand-theft-auto-4-secrets/ I'm hoping to have a full GTA IV review up within 24 hours.  In the meantime, everyone should know that this game is good.  Not only does it live up to the hype, it sails past any expectations.  Find a midnight launch to attend, it's well worth it. http://kayinart.net/2008/04/27/grand-theft-auto-4-review-up-soon/ Back in January, Cooper Lawrence invoked the wrath of the gaming community by publicly flaunting her ignorance in a review of a game she admitted to never playing.  Her Amazon page was (appropriately) blasted with negative reviews from people who never read her book and she was ultimately forced to ... http://kayinart.net/2008/04/03/the-cooper-effect/