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Dust off your Hyper Vipers, friends, ‘cuz Cable is comin’. The time-hopping, baby-saving, MvC2 EZ-Mode beast is coming to Ultimate Alliance 2’s DLC, falling in with Black Panther, Carnage, and Psylocke. There are some pix here.

If it’s more violence you’re wanting, you’ll find plenty in the new Left 4 Dead 2 trailer. Savages!

Prepare for an all-out assault with Xbox 360 Modern Warfare 2®

Microsoft and Activision unveil an exclusive global console based on Infinity Ward’s “Modern Warfare 2” with 250GB Hard Drive, more storage space than ever before.

SANTA MONICA, Calif., and REDMOND, Wash. — Sept. 15, 2009 — Microsoft Corp. and Activision Publishing, Inc. (Nasdaq: ATVI) today brandished the latest weapon to help gamers take to the battlefields for the global launch of the year with the announcement of the Xbox 360 Modern Warfare 2 Limited Edition Console. Infinity Ward’s “Modern Warfare 2,” the blockbuster sequel to the best-selling first-person action game in history, “Call of Duty® 4: Modern Warfare®,” was the inspiration for the console’s high-speed, low-drag, battle-ready design, which is available for pre-order today at U.S. retailers and in other regions later this week.

Beginning with “Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2’s” worldwide release on Nov. 10, fans can arm themselves with Xbox 360 Modern Warfare 2 Limited Edition Console, which features an exclusive design inspired by the epic thriller, more storage space than ever before in a 250GB Hard Drive, two Xbox 360 Wireless Controllers, as well as an Xbox 360 Headset and a Standard Edition copy of “Modern Warfare 2” for an estimated retail price of $399.99 (USD).

“It’s the highest compliment to the team and our fans to have a special themed Xbox 360 console,” said Vince Zampella, CEO of Infinity Ward. “The precision and detail that’s been put into the console captures the intensity and feel of ‘Modern Warfare 2.’ We can’t wait for our community and fans around the world to see for themselves on Nov. 10.”

The Xbox 360 Modern Warfare 2 Limited Edition Console was revealed at an exclusive preview event in Los Angeles where guests were the first to experience “Modern Warfare 2” multiplayer gameplay on Xbox LIVE.

“It is thrilling to bring the exclusive ‘Modern Warfare 2’-inspired Xbox 360 console to Call of Duty fans. Being able to work so closely with the talented team at Infinity Ward on the design has enabled us to develop a console that will set bragging rights around the world,” said Albert Penello, senior director of global marketing for Xbox 360. “These fans deserve the biggest Xbox 360 console ever, and we’re delivering with more storage space than ever before and freedom to enjoy their favorite games and downloadable Game Add-ons, including the first two ‘Modern Warfare 2’ maps that will be available first on Xbox LIVE.”*

Xbox 360 Modern Warfare 2 Limited Edition Console, will be sold in Europe, the Middle East (UAE, Saudi Arabia), UK, US, Canada, Mexico, Colombia, Chile, Australia and New Zealand.

On Nov. 10, Activision Publishing, Inc. will release Infinity Ward’s “Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2.” The title continues the gripping and heart-racing action as players face off against a new threat dedicated to bringing the world to the brink of collapse. “Modern Warfare 2” is rated “M” (Mature – Blood, Drug Reference, Intense Violence and Language) by the ESRB. For more information, visit www.modernwafare2.com or http://www.xbox.com/en-US/games/c/callofdutymodernwarfare2/.

Let us know what you think about this here.

About Xbox 360

Xbox 360 is a premier video game and entertainment system. It is home to the best and broadest games as well as the largest on-demand library of standard- and high-definition movies and TV shows connected to the television — with music coming this fall. The digital center of the living room, Xbox 360 blends unbeatable content with the largest online social network connected to the television in the 20 million members on Xbox LIVE to create a limitless entertainment experience that can be shared at home or across the globe. With the addition of currently code-named “Project Natal,” Xbox 360 will forever transform social gaming and entertainment with a whole new way to play — no controller required. More information about “Project Natal” and Xbox 360 can be found online at http://www.xbox.com/projectnatal and http://www.xbox.com.

About Xbox LIVE

Xbox LIVE is the largest gaming and entertainment network and delivers more entertainment than any device connected to the television, including movies, TV and games, with music coming this fall. This fall, Xbox LIVE will be the only entertainment service to provide instant-on 1080p streaming HD video from Zune video in supported countries. With an active community of more than 20 million people across 26 countries, Xbox LIVE lets you play the best games, enjoy the largest on-demand library and, coming soon, listen to millions of songs — all while connecting to friends anytime. An Xbox LIVE Gold Membership provides you with exclusive benefits and premium access to entertainment from the top studios and services, all in one place. More information about Xbox LIVE can be found online at http://www.xbox.com/live.

About Microsoft

Founded in 1975, Microsoft (Nasdaq “MSFT”) is the worldwide leader in software, services and solutions that help people and businesses realize their full potential.

About Activision Publishing, Inc.

Headquartered in Santa Monica, California, Activision Publishing, Inc. is a leading worldwide developer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment and leisure products.

Activision Publishing maintains operations in the U.S., Canada, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Sweden, Spain, Norway, Denmark, the Netherlands, Australia, Russia, Japan, South Korea, China and the region of Taiwan. More information about Activision and its products can be found on the company’s website, www.activision.com.

AC-130 kill streak rewards!?!  Lots of customization possibilities and new challenges!  Customizable streak rewards?  Have a look see here and then let us know what you think about it here.

Game On!

It has been confirmed that Infinity Ward will offer a ‘Prestige Edition’ of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2, which will include a fully functional pair of night vision goggles.  There’s been no word on a price point yet, but we’d expect it to be considerably more than the ‘Hardened Edition’, which is $80. 

A cool offering, but I’m forced to wonder how many gamers will blow the extra cash on this perk.

Game on!

DJ Hero from Twitter.com has posted up what are, supposedly, the first images of the ‘turntable’ controller for the upcoming game, DJ Hero.  We’re still awaiting official confirmation from Activision.  However, a recent Activision press release in the UK included these images.  As such, this info is probably pretty reliable.

Look HERE to see DJ Hero’s photo set of the new controller. 

HERE is the DJ Hero official website. 

Game on!

Call of Duty: World at War Map Pack 2 continues to expand the addictive COD multiplayer experience with four exciting new maps. Battle to control the river bridge in Banzai, a bright jungle map featuring a waterfall and hidden caves. In Corrosion, face down your enemy in a shattered train yard, and in Sub Pens wipe the monsoon rain from your eyes as you struggle over a bombed-out submarine base. The Zombies return in Shi No Numa (Zombie Swamp) featuring Perk machines, the deadly new Wunderwaffe DG-2, new Achievements and flaming Hell Hounds.

• Shi No Numa (Zombie Swamp): Keep moving to survive the unending Zombie horde in Shi No Numa, the all new addition to the four player co-op fan favorite. Japanese Zombies rise from the misty swamps and flaming Hell Hounds blaze through the jungle as players struggle to find Perk machines and the deadly new Wunderwaffe DG-2 to stay alive. This new map includes 10 new Achievements.
• Banzai: Deep in the jungles of Japanese controlled territory, battle to control the tall river bridge in Banzai a bright, medium sized jungle map featuring a waterfall, villages and hidden caves well suited for deadly snipers, surprise attacks, and all-out gun battles.
• Corrosion: In Corrosion, face down your enemy in a deteriorated Russian train yard. Sprint under, over and through the shattered pipelines and war-torn train cars in this mid sized map great for full out team combat. Keep your head on a swivel as your enemy could be above or below you!
• Sub Pens: This close-quarter bombed-out Japanese submarine base is littered with live ammunition, breached subs, and idle fighter planes. Wipe the monsoon rains from your eyes and struggle to control key choke points in this tight map designed for exciting and deadly battles.

Keep checking back for updates as we hear more about this new DLC and the growing infection that is Zombie Killing.

Game On!

While no such title has yet been announced, Gamestop may have just given us an unintended glimpse of what’s to come.  If the info from this screenshot can be believed to be accurate, it looks like we’ll be getting GH: Van Halen around August 4th. 

So get ready to run with the devil, get hot for your teacher or head on down to Panama this August!

Game on!