Taking its “Hero” franchise into unknown musical territory, Activision tapped Freestyle Games to translate the rhythm-making madness of real-life DJs into a video game. DJ Hero (developer: Freestyle Games, publisher: Activision, platform: PS2, PS3, Xbox 360, Wii, rating: teen). If nothing else, Brutal Legend shows a distinct and creative brilliance that’s absolutely rare in the games today.Ĥ. The RTS battles may be the game’s Achilles Tendon for many (annoying for action games and weak for RTS fans), but I enjoyed the creative chaos of it all. But I ended up loving the gameplay equally as much. The narrative delivers a heartfelt love theme and endearing characters, and Jack Black is superb as Eddie Riggs. Like all Schafer games, I played Brutal Legend for the story. Despite less than stellar sales numbers, Tim Schafer’s newest creation is an under-valued winner. Brutal Legend (developer: Double Fine, publisher: EA, platform: PS3, Xbox 360, rating: mature). Join gaming leaders live this October 25-26 in San Francisco to examine the next big opportunities within the gaming industry.ģ. This title made Dean Takahashi’s list of the best games of the holiday season. For players tired of the same old same old, Borderlands’ comical cel-shaded design style, enormous campaign, and entertaining co-op experience fits the bill perfectly. It’s fun, rewarding, and solid as a standalone single-player game, but it’s extraordinary as a co-op game (two-player split-screen or four-players online) that capitalizes on RPG-style growth elements.
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In development for three plus years including a full graphic overhaul, Gearbox’s Borderlands mixes Diablo-style collecting and RPG elements with a knock-down, drag-out cooperative shooting experience. Borderlands (developer: Gearbox, publisher: 2K Games, platform: PC, PS3, Xbox 360, rating: mature).
Here are my picks for the best new original games of 2009.ġ.
After all, Call of Duty Modern Warfare 2, Grand Theft Auto IV, even New Super Mario Bros. But creators, executives, and gamers all know the reward of making a successful original game is worth the most satisfying endeavor. Developers know that making a new intellectual property isn’t easy, and most publishers won’t take risks on them often. Despite the glut of those familiar games that crowd retail shelves each year, gamers witnessed a respectable outpouring of original titles in 2009. Interested in learning what's next for the gaming industry? Join gaming executives to discuss emerging parts of the industry this October at GamesBeat Summit Next.
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