In the 1980s Transformers debut along with the toy line by Hasbro, based off a japanese anime, much like Voltron had been. At its basis, it was very much like G.I Joe, and He-Man, where its main purpose was to make kids go nuts and buy the toys, and the TV show was just fuel for the kids to want more toys. I grew up on Transformers, and while I don’t really remember much of the time, I remember having a lot of the toys. Since the introduction of Transformers to US audiences there’s been several cartoons following the original story, and a series of live action movies based on the franchise. The latest cartoon, Transformers Prime, cuts ties from the original ’80s cartoon, and sets out on it’s own, based on the story started in the video game Transformers: War for Cybertron. And while Transformers: Prime, as a show, is within the continuity of the universe that War for Cybertron, and Fall of Cybertron, are in, Transformers: Prime – The Game is not a direct sequel to those games, but merely a game based on the cartoon.
Transformers: Prime – The Game / Review (Wii)
Far Cry 3 Revealed Trailer
See why The Globe & Mail calls it “only the best shooter of the year” and Gaming Excellence says it’s “quite possibly the crowning technical achievement in this console generation.” In this video, witness how Far Cry 3 is redefining the modern day shooter with a whirlwind tour of the epic storyline, the relentless shooter action and its open, vibrant game world.
Far Cry 3 will be releasing in North America on December 4, 2012.
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Arcane Legends Now On iOS / Screenshots – Trailer
Gamers can now conjure magic on their iPads, iPhones and iPods with the Retina display optimized fantasy Co-Op RPG Arcane Legends from Spacetime Studios. The game has been downloaded more than two million times and played in 191 countries since it launched two weeks ago on Android devices and the Chrome Web Store.
Arcane Legends is the fourth title in the highly popular Legends franchise. The previous Legends titles, fantasy Pocket Legends, sci-fi Star Legends, and horror Dark Legends have been downloaded more than twelve million times, making it the world’s largest cross-platform mobile/desktop MMO franchise.
“We are extremely excited to deliver another evolution in mobile multiplayer gaming. Arcane Legends incorporates the most popular elements from each of our games and introduces new features such as blistering combat, fully interactive pets and 3D cut-scenes,” said Gary Gattis, CEO, Spacetime Studios.
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Nintendo Introduces New Wii Mini Exclusively to Canada for $99
After nearly 100 million sold worldwide, Nintendo’s Wii console is getting a new look and a new price. On Dec. 7, the new Wii Mini home console launches in Canada at a suggested retail price of just $99.99 and puts the focus squarely on Wii games. The system can play more than 1,400 disc-based Wii games. Wii Mini is smaller than the original Wii system, and comes in matte black with a red border. The system comes with a red Wii Remote Plus, a red Nunchuk controller and works with most Wii accessories.
“There are games in the Wii library for every type of player,” said Ron Bertram, Nintendo of Canada’s vice president and general manager. “Wii Mini is a great gift for the holidays that brings everyone in the family together to play. Wii Mini has a mini price, but it’s all about big fun.”
Wii U Menus Features, TV Remote Setup, Web Browser and Gamepad Review
Gametactics editor in Chief Justin Lee gives an overview of all the menus and features of the Wii U game console and hardware. We go over the cool TV remote functions of the gamepad, the gamepad, web browser and more!
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New Far Cry 3 Co-op Trailer
Quadruple the insanity in the whole new co-op campaign in Far Cry 3. With local and online split-screen on consoles, up to four players can reign havoc in paradise, all in the name of revenge. Watch the new video now featuring the Scottish thug, Callum. Far Cry 3 will be releasing in North America on December 4, 2012.
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Need for Speed: Most Wanted – Review (Xbox 360)
Criterion returns with their latest attempt at a Need for Speed title with Need for Speed: Most Wanted. Their 2010 entry into the series, Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit was well accepted and garnered several awards, before EA’s Black Box studio took the reigns with 2011’s Need for Speed: The Run, which didn’t do nearly as well. If the title of Most Wanted sounds familiar, it’s because this is a reboot of the 2005 title of the same name. Thankfully, it looks like this game will live up to and surpass its predecessor.
Professor Layton and the Miracle Mask – Review (3DS)
Starting from total obscurity in 2007 the Professor Layton series has grown into a cult classic among gamers looking to solve a few good puzzles. Now on its 5th installment, the series has finally reached the next generation of handhelds. Professor Layton and the Miracle Mask represents the first attempt on the 3DS.
A Very Special Day in Canada for Miis
What did the Mii’s do on launch day of the Wii U in Canada? Find out in this in this video released by Nintendo of Canada titled “A Very Special Day in Canada for Miis”.
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Amazon Instant Video Now Available on Nintendo Wii U in the United States
Amazon today announced the launch of the Amazon Instant Video app for Nintendo’s Wii U home console, giving customers even easier access to the more than 140,000 movies and TV episodes available to purchase or rent from the Amazon Instant Video library. In addition, the app gives Amazon Prime customers access to more than 30,000 movies and TV episodes to stream at no additional cost.
“Nintendo’s Wii U is designed to provide customers with premium entertainment experiences”
Starting today, the Amazon Instant Video app can be found at no additional charge on the Wii U home screen or in the Nintendo’s Wii U eShop on the game console for customers to easily download and install. The Wii U GamePad controller lets customers use the 6.2-inch touch screen on the GamePad to search and browse for titles, and even playback video on the GamePad screen.
