Kingdoms of Amalur: Reckoning

An open-world action RPG, Kingdoms of Amalur: Reckoning is set in Amalur, a rich and deeply immersive world underpinned by 10,000 years history

Grand Theft Auto V

This next chapter in the Grand Theft Auto universe, set in the city of Los Santos and its surrounding hills, countryside and beaches...

Tomb Raider (PC, PS3, XBOX 360)

Tomb Raider delivers an intense and gritty story of the origins of Lara Croft and her ascent from frightened young woman to hardened survivor, armed with only raw instincts

Prototype 2

Prototype 2 continues the shape-shifting, open-world action franchise, this time focusing on Sgt. James Heller and his mission to destroy...

Max Payne 3 (PC, PS3, XBOX 360)

Since leaving the NYPD and New York itself behind, Max has drifted from bad to worse. Double-crossed and a long way from home...

Saturday, January 14, 2012

Top 10 Best 3DS Games of 2011

With limited game releases and some controversies, 2011 is a tough year for 3DS gamers. But still the games like Mario Kart 3DS, Pushmo, The Legend of Zelda Ocarina of Time 3D and Super Street Fighter IV 3D Edition are loved by them. Check the Top 10 Best 3DS Games of 2011 below.

10. Pokémon Rumble Blast

Publisher: Nintendo
Genre: Action
It is in the list for: Charming Pokemons, more Pokemon to collect and far more areas to explore


9. Resident Evil: The Mercenaries 3D

Publisher: Capcom
Genre: Action, Third-person shooter
It is in the list for: Addictive action, superb visuals and enjoyable gameplay.


8. Nintendogs + Cats

Publisher: Nintendo
Genre:Pet-raising simulation
It is in the list for: Charming puppies and kittens, develops sense of responsibility.


7. Super Mario 3D Land

Publisher: Nintendo
Genre:Platforming
It is in the list for: Intelligent level design, beautiful 3D world amd simple controls.


6. Shinobi

Publisher: SEGA
Genre: Action-adventure, hack and slash
It is in the list for: Solid combat, excellent level designs, tons of achievements and unlockables


5. Star Fox 64 3D

Publisher: Nintendo
Genre: Action
It is in the list for: Fresh visuals, medium dificulty, responsive controls and funny multiplayer


4. Mario Kart 3DS

Publisher: Nintendo
Genre: Racing
It is in the list for: Excellent tracks, multiplayer, incredible innovations, gliding option and fun racing.


3. Pushmo

Publisher: Nintendo
Genre: Puzzle
It is in the list for: Simple and addictive puzzles, creative puzzle tools and the game is beautiful, original and charming.


2. The Legend of Zelda Ocarina of Time 3D

Publisher: Nintendo
Genre: Action-adventure
It is in the list for: Beautiful visuals, exciting adventure, memorable soundtracks, cool weapons and bosses.


1. Super Street Fighter IV 3D Edition

Publisher: Capcom, Nintendo Australia
Genre: Fighting
Easy controls, fantastic art and character design, skill rewarding solid battles, multiplayer, gorgeous-looking brawls and good use of the 3D effects makes Super Street Fighter IV 3D Edition best 3DS game of 2011.

Wednesday, January 11, 2012

Top 10 Best Wii Games of 2011

In the year 2011 Wii gave us some really nice games like Kirby's Return to Dreamland, de blob 2, Bit.Trip Complete and Just Dance 3. The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword is our TOP GAME of the year 2011. Checkout the list:

10. Xenoblade Chronicles

Publisher: Nintendo
Genre: Role-playing game
What we liked:
  • In depth combat
  • Beautiful locations
  • Lots of things to do

9. Mario Sports Mix

Publisher: Nintendo
Genre: Sports
What we liked:
  • Powerful special moves
  • Simple and easy
  • Well done animations

8. Lego Star Wars: The Clone Wars

Publisher: Traveller's Tales, LucasArts
Genre: Action-adventure, platform
What we liked: 
  • New scenarios and improved graphics
  • in-game Hub
  • Artistic design

7. Lost In Shadow

Publisher: Hudson, Konami, Mindscape
Genre: Puzzle platforming
What we liked: 
  • Clever puzzles  
  • Provoking bosses
  • Playing with shadows

6. Kirby's Return to Dreamland

Publisher: Nintendo
Genre: Platforming
What we liked: 
  • New crazy abilities
  • Multiplayer co-op
  • Graphics, and sounds

5. de blob 2

Publisher: THQ, Syfy Kids
Genre: Platform, puzzle
What we liked:
  • Great visuals and music
  • Color restoration
  • Funny combat

4. Just Dance 3

Publisher: Ubisoft
Genre: Rhythm, Dance
Just Dance 3 has won Favorite Video Game award in the Bafta Kids Vote Awards 2011.
What we liked:
  • Choreography
  • Good songs

3. Rayman Origins

Publisher: Ubisoft
Genre: Platform
What we liked:
  • Beautiful art design
  • Sharp controls
  • Humor and in-game variety

2. Bit.Trip Complete

Publisher: Aksys Games, Rising Star Games
Genre: Music
What we liked:
  • Distinct and engaging gameplay
  • Soundtracks
  • Easy difficulty mode

1. The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword

Publisher: Nintendo
Genre: Action-adventure
Skyward Sword has won Game of the Year award from organizations and publications like UGO Networks, IGN, GameTrailers.
What we liked:
  • Great visuals and designs
  • Exciting boss fights 
  • 10/10 game elements

Tuesday, January 10, 2012

What is Pixel shaders?

What is shader? What type of shader is needed for video games? How to note it is already on PC?

A shader used to calculate rendering effects on graphics cards.

It is divided into:
  1. Pixel shaders
  2. Vertex shaders
  3. Geometry shaders

Pixel shaders

In computer games, Pixel Shaders create ambiance with materials and surfaces that mimic reality. More the value, better the graphics.


How to check pixel shader on graphics card?

First check which graphics card you have.
For example I have nVidia 9600 GT. Then you have to search on Google-- nVidia 9600 GT specifications.  You can get the pixel shader model no. there as SM or shader model.

Top 10 Best PSP Games of 2011

The Top 10 list of best PSP games for the year 2011 mostly includes the role-playing games. With elegant graphics and great adventure story Persona 2: Innocent Sin tops in this list. Check it out.

Top 10 Best PSP Games of 2011

10. WWE All Stars

Publisher: THQ
Genre: Wrestling
You can play WWE Legends against prominent SuperStars of today's era. It has stunning combos and over-the-top animation.

 
9. The 3rd Birthday

Publisher: Edios
Genre: Action Adventure
It is a cinematic action RPG. Overdive ability, over-the-shoulder gameplay are memorable.


8. Prinny: Operation Panties, Dood!

Publisher: Nippon Ichi
Genre: Platform, Hack and slash
Elegant level design, tough bosses and reward system are memorable.


7. Monster Hunter Portable 3rd

Publisher: Capcom
Genre: Action role-playing game
Brand new regions, monsters, and a revised Felyne combat system are memorable.


 
6. Tactics Ogre: Let us cling together

Publisher: Square Enix
Genre: Tactical RPG
Customization options, excellent story and CHARIOT system are memorable in this game.


5. Final Fantasy IV complete collection

Publisher: Square Enix
Genre: Role-playing game
One can remember this game for it's epic story and fast-paced combat.


4. Legend of Heroes: Trails in the sky

Publisher: Xseed Games
Genre: RPG
Charming graphics, exciting plot and soundtracks are memorable.


3. Dissidia 012 Final Fantasy

Publisher: Square Enix
Genre: Action
We liked fighting and reward system. Gorgeous graphics and soundtracks are added attraction.


2. Patapon 3

Publisher: Sony Computer Entertainment
Genre: Rhythm game, Action
Good audio and graphics, addictive campaigns and impressive multiplayer options are memorable.


1. Persona 2: Innocent Sin

Publisher: Atlus
Genre: RPG
Persona 2: Innocent Sin let's you to interesting adventure with cool side quests. Combat, Persona summoning, and demon conversation systems are memorable.

Monday, January 9, 2012

After launching Saints Row: The Third my computer restarts?

Problem 1
I am having problems with this game When i try to run it my computer reboots i called thq and the guy said that my graphics card was incompatible i think he was wrong these are the specs.
AMD six core procceser 3.2, 8 gig ram, nvidia geforce 530 2 GB

Problem 2
When I run Saints Row: The Third I get  "failed to create graphics device", I launch the game, the menu comes up for directx10/11 or directx9, i select "directx11" and get the "failed to create graphics device"


Solution
This can be easily fixed by installing Nvidia 290.53 beta drives for windows OS. Use following link to download
http://www.geforce.com/Drivers/Beta

Also try to run game on Win XP compatibility.

Saturday, January 7, 2012

Battlefield 3 / Need for Speed: The Run abnormal sound problem?

Problem
have 8gb ddr3 ram, amd phenom 2x 2 dual core 3.3 GHz processor, ati radeon hd 5450 2gb ddr3 video card having an windows 7 32 bit OS. But i can’t play either NSF the run or battlefield 3 in low settings in 1280×720 resolution. If i do so i got an abnormal unbalanced sound. I hear Double Sound or Sound Echo. What’s the problem?

Solution
Follow the method

Go to Installation Folder and right click on bf3.exe then Property >> Compatibility.
Ater that select (Run this program …) and choose windows 98 / windows ME and press OK .
Create shortcut for bf3 to your desktop(delete previous one)

Play the game without sound echo or problem (With full Dual Core CPU Usage) .

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