I started to get into anime in the early 90′s when the Sci-Fi channel used to run it’s “Saturday Anime” block uhm, on Saturdays. Dominion: Tank Police, Vampire Hunter D, Project A-ko, Ninja Scroll, Fist of the North Star. Man, I used to take my Mom’s lame VHS tapes and record over them every Saturday. It’s not like she watched Gone with the Wind or Casablanca that often anyway so it’s cool. Anyway, from that point on I was heavily into anime.

That’s probably not a surprise considering the fact that I’ve created an EP dedicated to late anime director Satoshi Kon, I’ve referenced films on tracks and occasionally chopped up samples for songs (like the remix to The Cry from Within feat. Vast Aire, Breez Evahflowin, Krohme, LMNO & C-Rayz Walz.)

Also not a surprise, my favorite will always be Akira. It wasn’t the first anime film I watched but it was definitely the best. For me it was the complex story, unprecedented level of detail in the animation, the unique score,  the insane pace and crazy energy and the raw, visceral images that were unlike anything else that I had seen before. I probably have every copy of Akira released, from laserdisc to Blu-Ray, the manga (I highly recommend), books, animation cells, all of that cool stuff. What still impresses me is how closely the anime matches the manga in terms of style, quality and technical detail. Otomo created a masterpiece on paper that somehow also became a masterpiece on film.

Anyway, I’ll admit that it’s been a minute since I’ve watched any new anime so do me a favor and leave your personal favorite flick in the comments section below.

Guò nián hǎo! We’ve created an alternate version of the popular Neber Pills logo tee to coincide with Chinese New Year and to mark the official launch of the Neber Pills EP.

Those of you not familiar with the Neber Pills EP, the production originated from a couple of old tapes Digital Fiend had laying around that we resurrected and I recorded vocals over. We expanded a few tracks with new production and funky fresh guitar work from the 3rd VPC member, Bionicheart. Expect the EP to drop by the end of February but until then, check out “Wekeepsitreal” below.

Atari

It would have been dope to see a Genesis C & H game back in the day, I would’ve copped it. Watterson wouldn’t have.

The scrolling background version is below:

Oh and peep Johan’s Tumblr page here: http://johanvinet.tumblr.com/post/23535804010/calvin-and-hobbes-what-the-16-bit-video-game

It’s a website with scans of hundreds of cassette tapes from the 60′s through the 90′s. Marvel at the quirky designs and point out the tapes you had back in the day with some random mix off of the radio that includes the weird transitions on the tape when you paused it to remove the commercials. Maybe that was just me.

Anyway, peep www.tapedeck.org/.

Enjoy

Oh snap, Street Fighter x Mega Man is now available to download! Head on over to http://www.capcom-unity.com/mega_man to grab the free game for your PC.

I didn’t peep the preview trailer so I was thrown off for a second when I selected a SF character and a regular MM level started, implying that the SF guys were bosses at the end. All good though, the mash-up is an awesome idea and a applaud Capcom for thinking outside of the box for the 25th anniversary of Mega Man.

Enjoy.

I’m not one for mobile gaming but I’ll make an exception for one of my favorite games of all time, GTA: Vice City. On December 6th, you can get the upgraded versions for the iOS and Android for $4.99. I’ll definitely be checking to see what collectibles they’re gonna drop, maybe a Vice City 4-finger ring or a gold-plated Cheetah Hot Wheel. On a related-note, does anyone else sing “I Ran” whenever they think about Vice City?

You can read the full release below from Rockstar Games:

Today we’re pleased to announce that Grand Theft Auto: Vice City 10th Anniversary Edition will launch for iOS via the App Store and Android through Google Play on December 6th, with both versions priced at $4.99.

This 10th Anniversary Edition brings the full experience of Grand Theft Auto: Vice City to mobile devices, with native high-resolution graphics and several enhancements unique to the iOS and Android platforms including updated character models and lighting effects, new and more precise firing and targeting options, a fully customizable control layout and native support for Retina display devices.

Stay tuned to the Rockstar Newswire for more updates in the weeks ahead, including a new trailer as well as details on limited Vice City anniversary-themed collectibles coming soon to the Rockstar Warehouse. Check out a list of compatible devices below.

Apple iOS Devices: iPad, iPhone 4, 4S & 5, iPod touch 4th & 5th Generation

Android Phones: Motorola Razr, Razr Maxx, Razr Maxx HD, Motorola Atrix, Motorola Photon, Motorola Droid Bionic, HTC Rezound, HTC One X, HTC One S, HTC Evo 3D, HTC Sensation, HTC Droid Incredible 2, Samsung Galaxy Nexus, Samsung Nexus S, Samsung Galaxy Note 1 & 2, Samsung S2, Samsung Galaxy R, Sony Xperia Play, Sony Xperia S, P, T & TL, Sony Walkman Z Series Media Player, Samsung Galaxy S2, Samsung Galaxy S3, Google Nexus 4

Android Tablets: Acer Iconia, Asus Eee Pad Transformer, Asus Eee Pad Transformer Prime, LG Optimus Pad, Medion Lifetab, Motorola Xoom, Samsung Galaxy Tab 8.9 / 10.1, Samsung Galaxy Tab 2, Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1, Sony Tablet S, Sony Tablet P, Toshiba Thrive, HTC Flyer, Google Nexus 7, Google Nexus 10

The original Bullfrog-developed games were isometric strategy games that relied heavily on Cyberpunk visuals and tactical gameplay to turn it into a heavy fan favorite, not really the first-person shooter Starbreeze Studios produced. I downloaded the demo and while I was impressed by the graphics, the game felt nothing like the original Syndicate games. It felt like EA borrowed a page from Hollywood by reviving a cult favorite with lots of flash and explosions but none of the elements that made it popular to begin with.

It’s no surprise then that in an interview with CVG, EA Labels president Frank Gibeau admitted that the new Syndicate game had bombed.

“Syndicate was something that we took a risk on. It didn’t pay off – it didn’t work,” he said.

“But in general it doesn’t change my appetite for wanting to go look in the library and see what we have and maybe bring back some IPs for the next-generation. That’s the nature of the business; some stuff works, some stuff doesn’t.”

Starbreeze has blamed poor sales on the demise of the GAME, a massive video game retailer in the UK, other people might point to poor reviews or the fact that they were trying to kickstart a title that hasn’t had a new release since 1996.

Thanks for killing the Syndicate franchise again, EA.

I was a late-bloomer when it came to acquiring my own Super Nintendo back in the day and like many single parent families we simply could not afford it. That meant I was hanging out a the homes of friends who had their own SNES or renting one from Blockbuster (yeah you could rent game systems back in the day.)

I didn’t have a SNES during the height of it’s popularity but I didn’t miss out on the big games or some heavy gaming after I grabbed a job and was able to afford one. Anyway, the Super Nintendo will always go down as one of my favorite consoles of all time, I even developed a tribute-ish album that revolved around it, Super. You should buy it.

Anyway, with so many awesome games it’s difficult to pick one favorite game. You have the now cult classic, Earthbound, which I had 2 copies of before finally including it in a trade for a PSOne; Super Mario World, Earthworm Jim, Donkey Kong Country, FFIII, Secret of Mana, SF2 but for me it’s gotta be the game I still play on a semi-regular basis, Chrono Trigger.

The story, the graphics, the characters, the gameplay, replay value all add up to create my fav SNES game of all time, so yeah, what’s yours?

The Nintendo Entertainment System will always go down as one of the greatest consoles of all time, for many of you it was your introduction to home gaming. The console that revitalized the industry after the crash of 1983, the NES introduced iconic characters, established franchises and paved the way for multiple genres.

I could go with any number of favorite NES based on their impact upon my childhood. Contra for example was the only game I ever played with my Father and thanks to the cheat code we were able to achieve ultimate victory. It’s one of those rare Father/Son moments we would have over the years, so sad.

I wasted days playing Dragon Warrior, Crystalis, Chip and Dale, Mega Man, Tecmo Bowl, Double Dribble, man the list can go on for days but my favorite all time NES game is really a no-contest and that would be the iconic Super Mario Bros. 3.

The awesome graphics, memorable music, super cool upgrades and complex gameplay made it my personal favorite NES game of all time. I still throw the cartridge in from time to time and see if I can remember where all of the warp whistles are (I can) and to see how long it takes me to defeat all of those Koopalings. I still remember the hype surrounding the game, obviously it’s feature in “The Wizard” helped drive it but that massive anticipation didn’t exist for a video game before SMB3, everyone had to have it.

Anyway, that’s my fav NES game, what’s yours? The Legend of Zelda? Mega Man? Castlevania? Double Dragon? Leave a comment below!

I mean really, the second sentence is “while you are playing.” Yeah I know they accidentally added a period but still, pay attention people! Awful but also funny. Like Diablo III.

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