Duke Nukem: Greatest Special Edition of the Year?

    

     As an avid gamer, I've had my share of collector's editions of new releases. From the old Mortal Kombat with the (Kollectable?) comic book that explained the story and characters, to Fallout 3's tin lunch box that I still use to this day. However, there is one collector's edition that made me choke on my morning cup of coffee. Introducing the (*ahem*) "Duke Nukem: Forever 'Balls Of Steel' Edition." Due in Stores the week of May 3rd, this mammoth collector's edition comes with the following:

* Collectible bust of the greatest alien ass-kicker of all-time
* Numbered, limited-edition certificate of authenticity
* 100-page hardcover book: The History, Legacy & Legend: Duke Nukem Forever Art from the Vault
* Duke Nukem Forever postcard series
* Duke Nukem Forever radioactive emblem sticker
* Duke Nukem Forever collectable comic book
* Duke Nukem Forever foldable paper craft
* Duke Nukem Forever poker chips
* Duke Nukem Forever mini-card deck
* Duke Nukem Forever radioactive emblem dice

     All for the low, low, price of $99, I found this as quite the steal, that is of course you're one of those fans that could not wait the 14 years it took to make this game. While other games would release collector editions that come with special controllers, I can really appreciate a game that literally says "Hey! Controllers can break. However, with this, at least you have something cool to look at on your coffee table." What do you guys think?

Trailer Park Thursday!

In spirit of keeping consistent with compelling plots and deep gameplay, Rockstar Games will be releasing L.A. Noire. According to Gamespot.com "it will have players entangled in a violent web of vice, corruption, and crime in the titular metropolis's underworld. Players will be tasked with solving a series of murders in what Rockstar describes as an "open-ended challenge," with atmosphere provided courtesy of a jazz soundtrack." Look for L.A. Noire to hit shelves May 17, 2011.

Rest In Peace Guitar Hero (My Heart Will Go On)

     It's been only six years since Activision (through the developer Neversoft) released a game that would bring crampy hands, cluttered living rooms, and pure joy for all ages, Guitar Hero. Announced yesterday, Activision (*cough* Legion Of Doom *cough* *cough*) has called it quits on the franchise, along with other titles. While the declining sales in the music genre, along with a focus on a more interactive approach (Dance Central, Just Dance etc.), this news didn't come as a surprise. With that being said, most are concerned of what MTV Games have planned for the Rock Band franchise and how will this affect the said declining music genre. Well, to commemorate the 6 six years of excellence and bad eye scrolling conditions I leave this post on a heartfelt note.