If you aren’t a nerd then you probably had no idea that a major gaming and electronic convention was going on during the beginning of this week. Then again, you probably aren’t reading this post either because of that same reason… Hm… Well then, since no introductions are in order, let me just dive right in.
This year’s main events at E3 can be more or less summed up by what the three big hitters (Microsoft, Sony, and Nintendo) had to show off at their conferences. To sum up, everyone thinks they are the best in the biz, the one to do it first, the one to bring the best and newest technology to the masses… Blah blah blah. Tooting their horns aside, all three can be summed up as follows: motion controls, exercise, sports, 3D, and a new 250 gb XBOX 360 (I write that last bit glaring at the 360 I have now, which is the result of 3 separate red ring incidents). Now you know everything you need to! … Just kidding. Well, partially. If you want to get a full break down of the press conferences of the big three then be sure to check out my friend Zac’s write up here. As for me, well, I am all about the gaming aspect of the show. Which brings about this glorified Suggestion Box. Here is what I was excited by:
- Assassin’s Creed: Brotherhood – (360/PS3/PC) – After a short cinematic preview of the game during the Ubisoft Press Conference (click here) we were treated to a gameplay video, and surprisingly it looks better than ever before, mixing more cinematic elements into the gameplay, making minor adjustments to the combat, and adding horse riding through the cities (!!!). I know what you are thinking; my excitement for this is a little much. I agree. Oh, and multiplayer is being introduced into the game. As all of my friends know I would much rather play a campaign then the multiplayer aspect, but following a viewing of this walkthrough I have no doubt that this is one I could definitely get into. Check it out here.
- Bulletstorm – (360/PS3/PC) – Of all the first person shooters, including Medal of Honor and Crysis 2, the one game that I was actually impressed with the most was Bulletstorm. As opposed to the average FPS that was shown, this was quite refreshing in its look, ridiculous dialog, and gameplay. The trailer is kind of lame for it, so here’s part of what they showed on stage during the EA Press Conference. That way you can also see some of the ways to attack a bad guy and hear the ridiculous dialog. Check it out here. Read more
