360 to PS3 Slim "Two Can Play At This Game Boy"

People, you have no reason to just own a Wii. I mean, sure, there's a few good games, but the 360 and PS3 offer more traditional games you can't get on Nintendo's pride and joy. Of course, the Wii's price point of $250 is a good reason to choose it instead. Well, that was until now. Why own a 0GB Wii when you could own a 120GB PS3 Slim or Xbox 360 Elite for only 50 bucks more? Heck, if the hard drive doesn't matter to you, you could just get the Xbox 360 Arcade for 50 bucks LESS than a Wii.

I know the headline refers to the battle between Sony and Microsoft, but its still important to note how it will effect the Wii. Microsoft knows that the console war is still in full swing, and they're going to go head to head with Sony to make sure they can be number 1. Well, I mean, number 2, cause you know, your grandmother bought three Wii's last Christmas. And two of those were just for her cats!

Xbox 360 Beats PS3 on Home Turf

Usually, Microsoft and its Xbox 360 don't get much attention in the Japanese sales charts. The system typically jostles for the spot in hardware sales with the aging PlayStation 2 and is represented in the top 10 game sales rarely.

The week of August 10-16 is a little different, as Microsoft sold 9,162 Xbox 360s in Japan, according to tracking firm Media Create. While not nearly enough to put the console on the same level as the portable systems, who sell better due to their lower price and portability, and the Wii because its a Family console, DSi (87,936 sold), the Wii (47,732 sold), or the PSP (39,882 sold), the sales were much better than that of its closest rival, Sony's PlayStation 3 (5,944 sold).

Interestingly, the sales spike wasn't sparked by new games. The biggest Xbox 360 release of week failed to make the top 10. New releases were actually rare on any platform for the week. Due to a low number of new games the top 10 was taken over by older big sellers, the biggest of which was Square Enix's Dragon Quest IX, which took the top spot. It was close, as Dragon Quest IX's 126,682 sold barely beat Nintendo's DS Tomodachi Collection and its 126,136 sold.

Sales Data

Week of August 10-August 16, 2009
Software:
1) Dragon Quest IX (DS) - 126,682
2) Tomodachi Collection (DS) - 126,136
3) Wii Sports Resort (Wii) - 104,972
4) Monster Hunter Tri (Wii) - 92,865
5) SD Gundam G Generation Wars (PS2) - 57,427
6) Tales of Vs. (PSP) - 34,909
7) PuyoPuyo 7 (DS) - 28,965
8) Monster Hunter Freedom Unite (PSP) - 26,955
9) Irodzuki Tincle no Koi no Balloon Trip (DS) - 17,956
10) Penguin no Mondai: Tenkuu no Senshi (DS) - 17,559

Hardware:
DSi - 87,936
Wii - 47,732
PSP - 39,882
Xbox 360 - 9,162
DS Lite - 7,921
PS3 - 5,944
PS2 - 4,907

Call of Duty 4: Wii screenshots released

So, the first screenshots of Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare on Wii are out. People have been worried about how its going to look in comparison to the Xbox 360 and, I suppose, the PS3. Well, quite frankly, its crap. It's basically a washed out, very low resolution version of the Xbox 360 version. Just look at it. Hopefully, for however many of you only have a Wii, they will improve the game before they release it.

I say they shouldn't even don't bother, Modern Warfare 2 will be out soon anyway and most people who would play Call of Duty 4 and own a Wii, have other systems too.


Ed Note: Everyone welcome our newest contributor and 360 fanboy, Alex "Mav" Agnone. Round of applause everybody! -Braeden

PS3 Slim & Price Drop Announced

We all knew it was happening. Seriously, everyone knew. Sony finally let it out of the bag that the PS3 slim is not only coming, but its coming the FIRST WEEK OF SEPTEMBER! GET OUT THE PARTY FAVORS! WOO!

Ahem...

Anyways, it will be for the low price of $299, and will include an awesome 120GB hard drive. The new PS3 is 33 percent smaller, 36 percent lighter and uses around 34% less power. Also, starting like, right this second. All PS3's are being lowered in price to reflect the price drop. Heck, Best Buy has a deal for the current PS3 with an 80GB hard drive for $299 with Wall-E on Blu Ray and Little Big Planet as an added bonus.

I talk bad about the PS3 for the most part, but recently, Sony has hit all the right spots. A good library, a great new price point, and a free online service? Xbox 360, I love you, but you might be getting a new neighbor. Expecially since my Wii is just collecting dust. The fact that the last game I played on it was Iron Chef America should tell you why.

PSP News Out of GamesCom

We've got a LOT of news coming out of GamesCom in Germany, specifically from Sony, so lets start with the little handheld that maybe, sort of, might, could, the PSP.

1. Register Your PSP Go Quickly, Get Gran Turismo Download Free

For those with incentive to get a PSP Go, here's a bit more. The excellent Gran Turismo series can be yours on the go if you register your PSP Go right after you get it. If you're getting a PSP Go, then you're going to have just one more reason to do so.

2. Sony Introduces Bite-Sized Downloadable Games

Now you can play Tetris on your PSP! Or do like me and just play it on your first Game Boy. Ah Nintendo, you still know how to make a handheld.

3. Digital Reader to Release PSP Comics in December

Now you can read Archie on your PSP! Or just buy an issue at any grocery store. Meh...

4. PSP to be in Turquoise, Lilac, and Pink in Europe by November

Ooh! I've always wanted a lilac PSP! Dreams really do come true! *tear

5. Eye of Judgment to See PSP Release

A portable game where you have to carry an extra camera with you. Kind of defeats the purpose doesn't it?

Yes, I know, I didn't really go into much details, but the headlines pretty much says it all. Besides, lets face it, you really want to know more about the PS3 don't you? Huh? *nudge, nudge*

2009 End of Video Game "Golden Age"?

Well, it is if you ask Dyack of Silicon Knights. With online being the big new feature, he feels consoles just won't do it anymore.

"2009 may be the end of the golden era of video games as the first cloud models for games are announced" -Dyack

He went on to say how consoles can't keep up with online gaming due to major lag. Huh. You see, both myself and Chris Ferraiolo live in rural areas. Not big cities, but small towns. Neither of us have had lag issues to my knowledge. Well, other than when I played PS2 online with dial-up, but even then, there was little lag.

I think Dyack is getting the sluggish gameplay of his PlayStation Xbox 360 game, Too Human, confused with lagging online. Just a thought.

Rare Sees Natal as Opportunity to Bring Back Franchise

Rare, what's happened to you? You were making such great games, and now you just make system setups and great games. Oh, wait, why the bad rap? I mean, we did get a new Banjo Kazooie game. Plus, a new Perfect Dark remake is coming to XBLA. On top of that, Rare wants to revitalize an old franchise for use with Project Natal. What franchise? I have no idea. George Andreas, a 15 year veteran of Rare, wasn't specific, but he did say he was very excited for one in particular. What could it be?

I know friend of The Game Breaker Welshy would love the return of Conker. Personally, my bet is on Grabbed by the Ghoulies. Everyone loved that game right? Right?

Nintendo Releases Super Star Wars on Virtual Console

I'm back with an interesting news story. What is it? Well, last Monday Nintendo released Super Star Wars for the Virtual Console. The game can be found under the Super Nintendo directory and I found that its sequels will be released soon. What does it mean? Well, it means Nintendo may soon be released more licensed games on the Virtual Console.

It looks like a fun game to me. However, I'm looking forward to seeing if Marvel Vs. Capcom will make the cut. It'll be interesting to see what's released tomorrow for VC and WiiWare. My bet? It may be the second episode of the Tales of Monkey Island game on WiiWare. Don't quote me on that, though!

Note from Braeden: Congratulations Chris, you have successfully posted a news story. Next time, be more flippant, or "wisely sarcastic". Chicks dig that crap up. Also, Super Star Wars is excellent. Very difficult, but quite good.

PSPGo website advertises... the DSi?

Sony's PSPgo was probably the worst kept secret in gaming for a while. I mean, developers knew it was coming. Publishers knew it was coming. Gamers knew it was coming. And guess what? Sony finally said its coming. So, they're going to start up the hype train by creating websites right? Well, apparently they didn't put that plan into action fast enough. A VERY avid DSi fan registered the domain pspgo.co.uk, and has put up a VERY professional looking website. Sony has yet to say anything about this website, but its safe to assume they're going to be offering some big bucks for this domain.

I have to say that this website is almost too professional for a fan. I had to stop and wonder if Nintendo had possibly done it. However, after looking at their other sites, I've come to the conclusion that more likely than not, Nintendo didn't do it and the guy that did it must REALLY like Nintendogs.

If you want to see the site, click here.