Assassins Creed Revelations has been getting a lot of attention after the amazing gameplay demo at E3 this week. Fans of the stealth games look to be getting worked up on the latest exploits of Ezio, the double jointed Assassin. For Ubisoft, there is no better source of income than …
Read More »Will Nintendo stop developing for the Wii ?
Nintendo are putting all their efforts into the new Wii U and The Nintendo 3DS. At the recent press conference they held the Wii was not even a point of focus at all. Is the Wii finally at the end of its cycle? Gamepro have an interesting article up on …
Read More »Playstation Vita announced, with apology
Sony have showcased their new handheld console at the E3 games show in Los Angeles. Jack Tretton, the boss of the US gaming division for the company also used the event to issue an apology for the attacks on the PlayStation Network. Mr Tretton spoke at the Los Angeles event …
Read More »Nintendo to showcase new game console
E3 visitors will have a treat on hand this year. The Los Angeles event will be the launching ground for Nintendo's new upcoming game console. Nintendo said this week that they are going to showcase the Wii replacement at E3. They have not yet given a name for the new …
Read More »More info released about Modern Warfare 3
This week there has been a lot of information released from various publications on the upcoming hot first person shooter: Call Of Duty Modern Warfare 3. GameHunters had some time to get a hands on with the Spec Ops Survival mode. MW3 gets a new progressive ranking system, online matchmaking …
Read More »BioShock Infinite artwork released
Bioshock has been a very popular game series, selling millions of copies across both the console and PC platforms. The upcoming title Bioshock Infinite isn't due for release yet for some time, but Irrational are building some interest by releasing some information and imagery. Some interesting information is already published …
Read More »Sony ‘remastering’ PSP games for PS3 – new HD content
Sony have announced that they are planning to move older PSP titles onto the PS3, but this won't be a plain ole emulator. The electronics giant want to remaster the old games and add new content, high definition graphics, support for DualShock 3 controllers and even in some cases 3D …
Read More »Microsoft actively replacing hosed 360’s
Last week, we reported on problems faced by Microsoft with the latest Xbox 360 console firmware flash. Microsoft have acknowledged the problem and have said that the issue isn't related to specific older versions or newer versions of the console and they have started a replacement program for those which …
Read More »Buying a Windows 7 PC? get a free Xbox 360
Microsoft have announced a new offer for students who purchase a Windows 7 PC. Starting May 22nd, students who buying a new Windows 7 based PC costing $699 or more will also be able to get a free Xbox 360 4GB console. The offer is currently only available at participting …
Read More »Sharkoon X-Tatic SX and SP Xbox 360 and PS3 Headsets Review
Sharkoon may not be a brand that you immediately associate with gaming headsets; they are better known for their golf ball style fans. But they have been producing headsets for a while now and currently have nine different models in their lineup. These range from budget-friendly stereo headsets to full-fat …
Read More »KitGuru readers lose faith in Sony
There was a time when the Sony brand was trusted by consumers and experts alike. Unfortunately, it seems that the company has engaged in a series of high-profile errors which have totally shaken confidence. KitGuru pulls out a clipboard and researches the market. . . Remember the days when Sony …
Read More »SteelSeries Siberia Neckband Headset Review
Over the past few months we have looked at quite a range of different products from SteelSeries, a few of which have been gaming headsets. They all scored well thanks to a combination of good performance and build quality leading to a number of awards being given out. Today we …
Read More »Geek.com investigates XBox disk scratching, Microsoft prepares response
KitGuru's earlier story about XBox 360 disk scratching being reported by customers seems to have resonated with press and consumers on both sides of the Atlantic. Uber tech site Geek.com has now taken an interest. Here's a quick update from KitGuru. When you consider what you get, what it does …
Read More »XBox 360 can kill discs – John Lewis customer services speaks
One customer experiencing a problem is to be expected. The world is an imperfect place, screws fall out all the time, what can you do? However, speaking with an experienced customer service-oriented company like UK retail giant John Lewis can reveal much more. KitGuru brings you the latest on the …
Read More »Microsoft’s XBox 360 eats your game disc, who’s responsible ?
For as long as there have been ROM drives, there have been reports of discs being eaten. It's not a new topic, as anyone who spent a day trying to get the remains of a cassette tape our of an old-world music centre will testify. Does the problem still exist …
Read More »SteelSeries Spectrum 5XB XBOX 360 Headset Review
We have been very impressed with SteelSeries’ products in the past and we’re not alone; some of the most highly rated gaming teams only use their products when competing professionally. So we’re always excited when they offer us their new hardware to review. Today we are going to look at …
Read More »Hacker breaks Kinect from Xbox – PC control
An amateur hacker has apparently already broken the ties between the Kinetic and the Xbox, allowing the device to be controlled from his Windows based PC. The information was released by a member of the Natural User Interface Group and it shows the motorized tilt being controlled with the moveup …
Read More »Xbox Kinect is not racist: tests confirm
Consumer reports have dismissed the claims that Microsoft's new hands free control platform for the Xbox 360 does not work with people with darker skin tones. The Xbox Kinetic uses cameras and other sensors to track human movements to translate them into onscreen in game actions. Some blogs however have …
Read More »McAfee puts Intel Inside your home. Everyone’s home.
Intel wants to be part of our lives. It's professed strategy is to be in every device and for all devices to be constantly connected. When KitGuru says that, are we describing a digital dream or an Orwellian nightmare? How does the McAfee purchase fit in with this plan and …
Read More »Xbox 360 slim helps Microsoft outsell the Wii
June 2010 has been a very strong month for Microsofts Xbox 360. We have been looking at data from the NPD Group which details that the Xbox 360 Slim has helped push sales above the two main rivals, the Nintendo Wii and the Sony Playstation 3. In June Microsoft sold …
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