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I’ve found thatThe New York Timesis one of the most critical and interesting mainstream outlets when it comes to discussing videogames. I don’t find myself typically agreeing with its writers, but I still like to read their views. Anew piece discussingthe so-called cultural responsibility of Ubisoft’sPrince of Persiais anotherrecommendedNY Timesread, even if I have to raise an eyebrow at the sentiment. “What are we to make of a “Prince of Persia” who talks and behaves like a 17-year-old American mall rat?...

As reportedby Variety, the rights to make a film out ofJust Causehave been acquired from Eidos by Adrian Askarieh, who is currently working on producing aKane & Lynchmovie as well. You might also recall that Askarieh was the producer responsible for a film based on another videogame,Hitman, which I regrettably had the chance to catch last week when it was on TV. I can still hardly believe I watched the movie from beginning to end....

Giddy up! That’s what cowboys say, right? But I’m admittedly unoriginal, so that’s what I’ll be yelling as I downloadLead and Gold: Gangs of the Wild Westto my PlayStation 3 hard drivenext weekin two weeks. Publisher Paradox Interactive has announced that its third-person shooter is set to hit PlayStation Network on April 22 in Europe, “with the rest of the world soon to follow.” Developed by Fatshark,Lead and Goldfocuses on a multiplayer experiencing in the Wild West, giving players four different playable characters to control....

In a move that will no doubt provide haters and fanboys with ammunition in their “Nintendo is teh kiddie” war, Ubisoft has announced an early learning adventure title for the Wii. Cosmic Family(which will hit shelves in mid-2007, likely months prior toMetroid: Corruption,Super Mario Galaxy, or anything else Dtoid readers care about) will be designed to enhance a child’s memory, hand-eye coordination, creativity, and imagination. So in other words, it’s going to be a video game....

Warner Brothers Interactive and TT Games have announced that it will be releasing a demo forLEGO Harry Potter: Years 1-4on the Xbox LIVE Marketplace on June 7. The demo is a taste of what to expect when the game hits shelves on June 29 — bricked-out versions of your favorite Hogwarts students getting into trouble in their zany adventures. The game is said to feature up to 140 playable characters, including the usual suspects (Harry and the gang) as well as that jerk-face Draco, Sirius Black, and more....

Halo Waypoint released a few videos over the weekend showing off some multiplayer matches in three brand new maps forHalo: Reach. Above is Pinnacle, a remake of Ascension. The hologram armor ability is shown off as well. you’re able to find a couple more multiplayer matches below the fold. One of Reflection, a remake of Ivory Tower and Zealot. Of the three maps, I really like Zealot the most. Was never a fan of Ivory Tower fromHalo 2....

Deadliest Warrioris one of those shows that purports to be using science to entertain. The program has been really successful by using its blend of fantastical, testosterone-fueled combat situations and bold experimentation to blaze a new trail forth in the field of kickassology. Today, Jordan Devore and I will follow in their footsteps as we ask the immortal question: At what point are you too drunk to playDeadliest Warrior: Legends?...

[Not sure what Mash Tactics is? I’ve included a classic clip of the program to show you just a glimpse of what you’ve been missing, you daft fool! you’re able to see all of Destructoid’s previously aired live showsin our archives.] Today, Mash Tactics is playingGears of War 3, five days before its retail release. I know what you’re thinking, and we will not be spoiling any important information in the game....

Mafia IIis coming and 2K Game’s Czech studio is showing it off finally. Somelucky Europeansgot to head over to the studio and get some time with the game and a luckyNorwegian newspapergot the first gameplay footage of which you can check out below. Evidently, the gameplay and story have been revamped and made better, giving the game a bit more action and excitement. From what we see in the video I’m not so sure what is going to stand out about the game at the moment....

A new weapon and a fresh change of armor are coming to each ofMAG‘s factions. In a recent post onthe official PS blog, Zipper Interactive unveiled the “Fast Attack Gear Pack,” a free DLC add-on that adds one sparkling “special edition” sniper rifle and brand new piece of Light Armor to Raven, SVER, and Valor’s respective loadouts. The rifles (listed below the fold) are said to already include performance adjustments, kicking the need for tweaking while the Light Armor’s name has an “Improved” in front of it, giving us the idea that it is, well, “improved” in some way....

If you guys know me, you know I’m a sucker for toys and figures of just about any kind. Forking over my greenbacks for a statue from a game comes naturally. Since I’m still waiting on the 16″ Big Daddy of my dreams, Tyrant from theResident Evilseries will have to do for now. The guy is pretty bitchin’ though. The statue comes in a limited run of 1500 pieces and is the first in a series of six, unveiling a master plan for Capcom to absorb your soul entire by means of your wallet....

Yes, you read that right. Rockstar is finally releasing a super violent game for a Nintendo console. Rockstar Games, the world-renowned publishing label of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. is proud to announce Manhunt 2 for the PlayStation 2 system, PSP system, and Nintendo’s Wii(TM). Manhunt 2 is the debut title from the newly formed Rockstar London studio, which is developing the game in conjunction with series creator Rockstar North. The Wii(TM) version is being developed by Rockstar Toronto....

Don’t expect to hear much about theMarvel MMO. At least, don’t expect to hear much of substance until 2011 or 2012.MTV Splash Pagerecently interviewed Marvel’s president of worldwide consumer products, Simon Philips, who probably screwed up when he said the game was slated for release in 2012. “It sounds like a long way away, but it’s not,” Philips said. “We’ve got to create, together with [game publisher] Gazillion, that environment that is going to be a totally immersive experience and a perpetual storytelling experience as well....