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EA will show new Star Wars games at E3
EA is not going to waste anytime in getting the word out there about their deal with Disney to bring Star Wars games to new video game platforms. In just a couple week’s time, EA will reveal their Star Wars plans at E3 2013. The ...
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Nintendo decides against E3 Press Conference
Nintendo will have a presence at E3 2013, but they will not be holding a press conference. The company recently announced that they are forgoing the annual event that has kicked off the E3 festivities on Tuesday just ahead of the E3 doors opening. Nintendo ...
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PS4 will be playable with “a lot of content” at E3 2013
Sony might have already revealed the PS4 to the world, but E3 2013 is where they’ll be letting convention attendees get a feel for the new console. SCEA CEO Jack Tretton recently explained in an interview with Businessweek that the new console will be out ...
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E3 will stay put in Los Angeles through 2015
The ESA and the city of Los Angeles have reached a three-year deal that will bring E3 back to LA through 2015.
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ARMA 3 Hands on Preview
After sitting down with Bohemia Interactive to play their latest installment in the tactical shooter series, Arma 3, the very first word that comes to mind is – gorgeous. The game is looking quite exceptional, even in alpha stage. As for the gameplay, if you ...
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Attack of the Fanboy Best of E3 2012 Awards
Another E3 is in the rear view mirror and getting smaller and smaller by the day. This year was our second year of attendance, and despite the obvious problems that many had with this year’s show, there were a lot of great games to see and play on the show floor. As gamers, we have alot to be excited for in a number of different areas. Here are our second annual E3 2012 Awards.
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Did Square Enix steal E3 with next-gen tech demo
Square Enix had a lot of interesting games at their massive booth for E3 2012. We got a closer look at Tomb Raider, hands on experiences with Hitman: Absolution and Sleeping Dogs. Though midway through the expo, Square unveiled its next generation game engine: “Luminous Studio”.
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Star Wars 1313 Eyes on Preview
LucasArts’ presentation for Star Wars 1313 didn’t show much, but what it did was borderline jaw-dropping. In short, the gameplay demonstration (which, it should be noted is still very much in pre-production) pretty much encompasses what next generation games will look like. The lighting, physics, ...
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E3 2012 Day 2 Live Blog
We’ve got one day in the books at E3 2012, and have seen some pretty impressive games, gaming peripherals, game engines, and consoles. Today, we’ll see even more. You can follow us on our live blog from the show floor today, where we’ll get a ...
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Dishonored E3 2012 Hands on Demo
You may have heard of Arkane Studios’ next title; a little game called Dishonored. Published by Bethesda, Dishonored is a steampunk, stealth game involving supernatural powers and an innocent man with a thirst for vengeance. You take on the roll of a bodyguard, Corvo Atano, ...
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CS: GO Release Date Announced
Valve has reached the point where they feel that the planets have aligned just right for them to set an actual release date for their upcoming downloadable game, Counter-Strike: Global Offensive. After many months of a very rigorous beta, the introduction of a whole new ...
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Press Conference Day E3 2012
The E3 2012 Expo is almost ready to begin. Video game publishers are putting the finishing touches on their booths at the show floor, downtown Los Angeles is decked out with promotions for all the biggest games heading our way, and we’re locked and loaded ...
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E3 2012 EA Press Conference Live Blog
What will Electronic Arts reveal at this year’s pre-E3 press conference? Tune in on Monday, June 4th to find out. Right now, we know that EA will definitely be showing off Crysis 3, Medal of Honor: Warfighter, Sim City, Dead Space 3, Need for Speed ...
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E3 2012 Ubisoft Press Conference Live Blog
What will Ubisoft reveal at this year’s pre-E3 press conference? Tune in on Monday, June 4th to find out. Right now, we know that the publisher will definitely be showing off Assassin’s Creed III, Far Cry 3, Rayman Legends, Rocksmith, and ShootMania Storm. It’s also ...
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Quantum Conundrum Gets Fluffy New Trailer
“Think way outside the box. Then make it fluffy.”
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Quantic Dream rumored to unveil PS3 exclusive at E3
Quantic Dream might be unveiling their next title at E3 2012. After revealing their engine and motion capture technology at GDC earlier this year in a demo titled “Kara”, apparently the studio responsible for Heavy Rain is developing not one, but two projects for Sony. ...
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Rockstar Will Not Attend E3
If you were expecting to see GTA V or even Agent this year, it might be a good idea to dial that back a bit.
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E3 2012 Preview
E3 is set to kick off in less than week’s time. It’s that time of the year where gamers get to see all of the latest games, accessories, and hardware that’s heading our way in the coming months and years ahead. Attack of the Fanboy’s ...
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E3 2012 – The Grand Prize: A Nintendo Wii U
Follow Attack of the Fanboy during E3 2012 for your chance to win a Nintendo Wii U.
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Is GoldenEye 007 Reloaded Coming?
2010 saw a mediocre remake of the legendary N64 FPS, GoldenEye 007, a game that would inspire the multiplayer component of the genre for generations to come. While its Wii update was not a bad game on its own merits, it often seemed to be ...
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Video Games Win in Supreme Court Case
The long-standing suit against violent video games in the state of California ended today, but the heated debate is sure to continue in some form. The Supreme Court sided with the video game industry by declaring it the victor in the six-year legal battle between ...
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E3 2011, Worst E3 of All Time?
E3 2011 was not without it’s faults, there were plenty of strange goings-on at both the publisher and console maker events pre-show. From leaked intel, to botched demos, lackluster announcements, and just downright corny antics, E3 had a lot for critics to rant about. Thankfully ...
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Going Postal – When Does Gaming Violence Become Too Much?
The Postal series is headed to consoles with Postal III. Why should we not be excited?
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Attack of the Fanboy E3 2011 Awards
The Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3) has come and gone. This year, was the first time I had ever been to the show. After years of watching from the sidelines, it was definitely an interesting experience.
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E3 2011 Attendance Shows Successful Outing
As E3 2011 draws to a close, the Entertainment Software Association (ESA) has released the yearly attendance figures for the show. According to the ESA, 46,800 people were at E3 2011, making it the best-attended show in five years. The convention also brought an ...
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E3 2011 Day 2
Day 2 of E3 2011 was awesome. When I wasn’t busy playing demos and running to appointments, I was asking the prettiest booth babes to strike a pose, as you can tell, they dominate the images below.
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Hand on With Need For Speed: The Run E3 2011
EA’s Need For Speed franchise has taken many forms over the years. From police chases to near simulation racers, the franchise has always had something to offer the racing game fan. With Need for Speed: The Run, EA will yet again be offering something new ...
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Resident Evil: Operation Raccoon City Gameplay from E3
One of the best looking games that I didn’t have the pleasure to get hands on with, due to very long lines of fans lining up to play the squad based shooter, was Resident Evil: Operation Raccoon City. The game which was recently just revealed ...
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Forza 4 Gameplay from E3 2011
Microsoft went all out for their floor display of the upcoming racer from Turn 10. The Forza 4 floor displays are all decked out with racing wheels and chairs, with all the proper accents to make it feel like you’re actually driving a vehicle. The ...
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Hands on with Ghost Recon Future Soldier
Today we took Ghost Recon Future Soldier’s Multiplayer for a spin. On show, was the “Conflict” mode. Being a fan Advanced Warfighter, I have to admit the delays have made me a little leery of the title. From all of the trailers and gameplay we’ve ...
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Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Screenshots E3 Edition
Bethesda is out in full force at E3. Their strong lineup includes the likes of Rage, Prey, and of course The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim. We didn’t get a chance to hit the Bethesda booth day one, but there were still some fresh screenshots sent ...
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XCOM Closed Doors Screening at E3 2011
There was plenty to see today at E3, both on the show floor, and behind closed doors. Today, 2K games revealed XCOM to us for the first time in a year.
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Luigi’s Mansion 2 Coming to Nintendo 3DS
In a surprise announcement at the Nintendo E3 Press Event, Luigi’s Mansion 2 was announced. The game which will be coming to Nintendo’s 3DS handheld in the coming months, was greeted with open arms from fans that have been waiting for the return of everyone’s ...
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Nintendo Reveals Wii U
This morning Nintendo revealed the Wii U. Putting all the rumors to bed, the company showed off hardware, software, accessories, and branding the for the console which is scheduled to arrive in 2012. Nintendo’s core philosophy with the console is that they are trying to ...
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Codename: Kingdoms Has a Real Name Now, Ryse
One of last year’s most promising Xbox 360 exclusives got a further reveal today. Crytek announced an all new title for Microsoft’s Kinect. Last year, it was announced as Codename:Kingdoms, this year, it’s Ryse.
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Minecraft getting Kinect version
Indie sensation, Minecraft, will be getting Kinect functionality in the near future. Alongside titles like Ghost Recon Future Soldier and Mass Effect 3, Notch’s creation game will be utilizing the motion controller. Kinect is obviously sharing the stage now with Microsoft’s core offerings, but if ...
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Microsoft Begins E3 With MW3
The first visuals of the MW3 campaign have opened up the festivities this year at E3. The demo shows our protagonist on a secret mission taking place under water. After the player plants explosives on an enemy submarine, the sub resurfaces and you and your ...
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Prototype 2 E3 Trailer
Radical Entertainment has released the E3 Trailer for Prototype 2. The game which is due out in 2012, will deliver much of what made the original Prototype an interesting take on the open world genre.
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Retail Listing Outs GTA V, God of War 4
An Australian games retailer recently listed an all star group of titles that have been rumored, but unnannounced ahead of E3 2011. Among the leakees, God of War 4, GTA V, and Super Mario Wii 2.
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New Kinect Lineup Outed Ahead of E3
This week, Microsoft is set to unveil its next wave of Kinect titles to the world. Would it be much of surprise that the company is working on sequels to its most popular Kinect games? Kinect Sports Season 2 and Dance Central 2 are two titles that were recently outed by superannuation.
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New Hitman: Absolution Screenshots
Get ready to collect some contracts because Agent 47 is back with IO Interactive’s latest Hitman :Absolution.
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Resident Evil: Operation Raccoon City E3 Trailer
It wouldn’t be E3 without unbelievable CG trailers that get you really excited about upcoming games. Here is one, from Capcom’s upcoming library, Resident Evil: Operation Raccoon City.
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Plan Your E3 2011 Accordingly
Well folks, the time is finally upon us. It’s hard to believe it’s been a whole year since Microsoft’s weird Cirque du Soleil thing, but nevertheless, here we stand just hours away from E3 2011 where the biggest names in the gaming industry will convene ...
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What do you want to see at E3 2011?
This year I will be heading out to Los Angeles to represent Attack of the Fanboy at this year’s E3 convention. This will be a first for me, but just like you, this is something I’ve read about for years in magazines and websites.
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EA’s E3 Lineup Revealed
Though mostly known for their stranglehold on the sports gaming world, it turns out that Electronic Arts will be showcasing much more than their traditional NFL, NHL, and FIFA franchises. The company has recently released what they plan to show off at this year’s E3:
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THQ Reveals E3 Lineup
THQ has revealed its E3 lineup, and it doesn’t look to hold many surprises. Metro: Last Light has been trailered and detailed. As has Saints Row: The Third. Will THQ have any surprises in store for gamers come next week?
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Square Enix Reveals Their Big E3 Titles
Among the biggest names in the industry, Square Enix is one of those publishers that never ceases to make some kind of big reveal at the world’s biggest gaming spectacle of E3. This year will presumably be no different, and the company has recently announced their lineup that is to be presented at the convention.
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Metal Gear Solid 5 Won’t be at E3 2011
One more E3 wishlist titles that I can check off my list, Metal Gear Solid 5 will not be at this year’s event. In the most recent of Kojima Production’s Podcast, Hideo Kojima revealed all about the future of the Metal Gear Franchise,
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The calm before the storm E3 2010
Here is an assortment of imagery from around the convention area in Los Angeles at this years E3 event. As you can see many of the biggest budget titles have displayed themselves prominently to convention goers. My favorite of the bunch has to be the ...
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Capcom announces E3 lineup
Capcom has just announced their official lineup for the upcoming E3 2010. Playable demos will include: Marvel vs. Capcom 3: Fate of Two Worlds Okamiden Bionic Commando Rearmed 2 Sengoku BASARA: Samurai Heroes Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective Dead Rising 2 Dead Rising 2: Case Zero ...