Konami Pushes Metal Gear Solid 4 Back Again - Spring 2008 Expected Release
by Chad Lakkis on October 31, 2007

Snake and the gang have nothing but time to kill, for now…
The title many of us have been waiting for has been pushed back yet again, and while the delays may be frustrating, if the end result ultimately adds up to a flawless finale for a treasured franchise, it will have been well worth the wait. Press release after the jump. Read more…
Top Ten Developers - #2 Namco
by James Fleming on October 31, 2007

The golden era of videogames is a hot topic among gamers, mainly because many game enthusiasts don’t agree when the gaming utopia took place. Read more…
Uncharted Demo Confirmed For Next Thursday, US Release Date Bumped Up
by Patrick Steen on October 31, 2007

It’s not often that we can jump up for joy and say that we were right about something, but today, Amy Henning has confirmed our initial report regarding the Uncharted Demo on the Official Playstation blog. Read more…
Bioware and LucasArts - A New Hope
by Josh Pankratz on October 31, 2007

Stop trying to ninja loot my lightsaber!
In a press release today, LucasArts finally confirmed a long standing rumor which involved the company working side by side with Bioware to publish and develop a “ground-breaking interactive product”. Could this be the long-anticipated Star Wars MMO everyone has been hoping that Star Wars Galaxies would be? Fans of both companies will have to wait a little longer, as the press release promises more information coming at “a later date”. Read more…
Gaming Deals of the Week
by Michael Geslani on October 31, 2007

As many 360 owners already know, the console does not come equipped with Wi-Fi capability out of the box. This had me fuming from day one, as it forced me to run a Cat 5 cable from my room to the router, a good 25 feet away. Read more…
Skate To Have No Downloadable Content
by Josh Pankratz on October 31, 2007

For better or for worse, it looks like downloadable content is here to stay. From horse armor to new car tracks, everyone seems to be cashing in. From a gamer’s standpoint it’s hard not to be concerned by this new industry trend. That’s why this news comes as such a surprise to us. Read more…
Halloween Special: Top 10 Scare The Hell Out Of You Games
by Josh Pankratz on October 30, 2007

Here at Ripten, we’re nothing if not festive. As the weather turns cold and the pumpkins light up, we take a look at some games that are sure to scare the crap out of you this holiday season. Read on… if you dare! Muwahahaha! Read more…
Two New DS Models Announced — Zelda and Doggie Fans Rejoice!
by Josh Pankratz on October 30, 2007

Bundled deals and a pink DS! Have we got your attention yet?
In case you haven’t already bought one of the 53.64 Million DS units already sold, here is your chance to get a snazzy new piece of gaming hardware. Read more…
Top Ten Developers - #3 Capcom
by James Fleming on October 30, 2007

Little known facts about Capcom: Their name is pronounced Kapukon in Katakana, the writing system designated for foreign words in the Japanese language. Megaman is actually referred to as “Rockman” in his native Japan. And the name Capcom is actually a partial acronym taken from the company’s original name, Japan Capsule Computers. Read more…
Product Review: “Speed Freek” Racing Accessory, By Kontrol Freek
by Andrew Podolsky on October 30, 2007

Is that a bottle opener on your controller? While that might be the ultimate in drinking while gaming, this little plastic doodad offers something even better–greater precision and comfort during marathon driving sim sessions. Read more…
Final GTA4 Box Art Yet To Be Revealed
by Chad Lakkis on October 30, 2007

Box art for the upcoming GTA IV made its way on to the web today, as XboxFamily reports that Rockstar sent them three empty boxes each displaying a different design. Rumor has it that there is a forth design in the works as well, though no information has been made available yet. Read more…
Top Ten Developers - #4 Konami
by James Fleming on October 29, 2007

Our next contender came out of the tangled streets of Osaka, Japan. Osaka is loud, boisterous, exciting, and over the top. It should be no surprise then that this gaming heavyweight at one time called this city home. As anyone who has played one of their signature games can attest, Konami is not one to shy away from theatrics when getting its story across. Read more…
Fury Review (PC)
by Josh Pankratz on October 29, 2007

“Pretty sure the big flaming “F” on the box stands for failure.”
As an avid MMO player with three level 70s in World of Warcraft, I always hated the idea of grinding for experience. It seems so archaic. There is little fun to be had in killing the same thing over and over just to increase your numerical value by one digit. Fury appeals to the idea that grinding is for suckers. So when I heard that a company was claiming they had a game that would redefine PvP, I jumped at the chance to review it. Read more…
Review: Guitar Hero 3 (360/PS3)
by Andrew Podolsky on October 29, 2007

“For those about to rock……”
It’s not Warped Tour or Coachella, but this yearly concert tour is still one of the best shows in town. It’s got roaring crowds, outrageous stages, and even some special guest appearances. Best of all, they want you to play lead guitar. Read more…
Interview: Alex Ortiz, Production Coordinator for Guitar Hero 3
by Michael Geslani on October 29, 2007

Guitar Hero is finally facing some tough competition this year due to Rock Band, and the behind-the-scenes maneuvering between companies is probably pretty confusing to most music game fans.
The creators of Guitar Hero may have moved on to develop Rock Band, but the GH license is still going strong with big-name contributors and more addicting guitar gameplay. We talked with Activision’s Alex Ortiz, who is Guitar Hero 3’s production coordinator, about how the legal and licensing changes have affected this popular series. Read more…





