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Dead Space 2

Dead Space

It hasn't taken too long to have a game of the year contender. Dead Space 2 is one of the most thrilling titles released in a long time. It is just generally eerie from start to finish.

For all of the time I played it, I was on the edge of my seat waiting for the next swarm of necromorphs, to see what form they would take or even just wondering why there was a large amount of dead bodies littered on the dark ground.

Stuff like that was only a small touch, but it all adds up and makes this such a thriller. In truth it is the whole experience that messes with your mind and has you wondering why the curtain is twitching in your living room and what the unexpected noise upstairs is.

Call of Duty Black Ops

All the hype is justified

There are not many games that hold the stature and appeal of 'Call of Duty'. 'Black Ops' was always going to be one of the biggest releases of the year because of the cult following for the series.

It's competing with some major brand names in other entertainment genres, and that can only be a good thing for the gaming industry.

Luckily, all the hype is justified. It's a spectacular shooter and another welcome addition to the series.

FIFA 11

FIFA 11

FIFA 11 made a little bit of history this week when EA Sports revealed the game had become the fastest-selling sports game ever.

The FIFA series is one of the most consistent and best-selling in the industry but even this performance is slightly staggering.

Around 2.6 million copies were sold in North America and Europe in the few days since its release. It is an astounding figure when you consider FIFA releases can be quite similar, and there was the 2010 World Cup edition a few months back.

The PlayStation Hub has opened at 50 South William Street

Dublin's PlayStation Hub

PlayStation has transformed vacant premises on Dublin's South William Street into a luxurious state-of-the-art gaming zone to celebrate the launch of PS Move.

Mafia II

Strong storytelling in Mafia II

We've been waiting a long time for Mafia II and I'm happy to report it is one of the most entertaining releases of 2010.

This Playstation motion controller is heading your way soon!

Moving on up!

A relatively quiet period in the gaming industry will come to an end with the launch of Playstation Move, an exciting development of the Playstation 3.

Red Dead Redemption: Legends & Killers

Assessing the add-ons

One of the most progressive (and money-spinning) features in gaming now is the ability to buy-ons to titles already on the market.

Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood

Upcoming titles previewed

Rory Houston assesses some of the titles at the Ubisoft 2010 Summer Fair which took place in London earlier this month.

New releases coming your way

Ubisoft's Summer Fair

Ubisoft held their Summer Fair in London last week, showcasing future releases, most of which were also seen at E3.

New title on the way

Glimpse of gaming future at E3

E3, gaming's biggest annual trade show, has come and gone, producing some exciting revelations.

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