Epic Samsung Super Bowl Commercial Incoming

Continuing the theme of Super Bowl updating posts, Samsung will be unveiling an epic 90-second ad during the game's 4th quarter.

The commercial will introduce the Samsung Galaxy Note to the North American market. It was directed by Bobby Farrelly, the writer and co-director of such epic comedies as "Something About Marry", "Kingpin" and the upcoming "The Three Stooges". It is being reported that Samsung is paying the NFL upwards of 9 million dollars for the air time.

Wow! Can't wait to see it!

Unit 13 Takes Over Your PS Vita March 6th

Sony has mentioned in interviews that one of the lessons learned from the PSP experience, is to trickle down AAA game experiences immediately after launch. The promise appears to be taken to heart for the post-Vita launch, with an upcoming game from Zipper Interactive.

Unit 13 is a mixture of Metal Gear Solid and Socom.

Wait a second! A mixture of that? MGS and SOCOM? Holy crap! Bring it on!

The Vita exclusive, brand new franchise will challenge gamers as they encounter over 30  maps, for single or co-op play. Once completed, one can upload their completion times in world rankings on 45 single player leader boards. Plus, there will be daily missions to compete in to keep the community activity rolling. The game also represents the first signifigant use of the dual stick controls for "1st person control" for a 3rd person perspective.

I am excited for this one!

Honda Teases Ferris Sequel... NOT!

Not only does the Super Bowl promise 3 hours of excellent football entertainment, but multi-million dollar awesome commercials!

A week ago, there was a mysterious 10 second Ferris Bueller clip appeared online, which appeared to tease an upcoming movie. Rumors smashed the internets! Fans exploded! Sadly, there is no sequel. Only a car ad and a darn fine good one too.

Matthew's Day Off, is a loving tribute to the 80's classic comedy. Complete with scene tributes and Bueller speaking to the camera/audience. It runs over a couple of minutes and can be seen down below.

*sniff* No sequel? *sniff*

Patriots To Win Super Bowl... According To Madden

Every year EA Sports runs their big ole' Madden NFL game simulator to predict the winner of the Super Bowl. This year marks the return of the New York Giants versus the New England Patriots. Sadly, I'm still licking my wounds from the Packers loss during the playoffs. *sniff* It still burns... *sniff*

Anyway, let the game begin. Watch the simulation result below.

Vita Games Launching Early

In a little over 2 weeks, PlayStation Vita Early Editions will hit store shelves. A concern has been the availability of game titles. Besides the packed in Little Deviants for early adopters, what more can gamers look forward too?

It appears that hard copies of Vita games will be arriving in EB Games/GameStop retail stores. Here in Canada, a number of exciting titles are going to be arriving very early.

According to the retail chain, Uncharted: Golden Abyss will be available February 8th, alongside ModNation Racers and Wipeout 2048. Not to shabby at all. Also arriving early are all of UbiSoft's launch titles, including Rayman: Origins and Dungeon Hunter: Alliance with a retail release on February 15th.

What is in question is the release of digital titles. I plan to do most of my purchases as digital goods. My best guess is that on the PlayStation Network of Tuesday, February 14th, the launch titles mentioned above will be available.

Keeping my fingers crossed!

Insomniac's Resistance Is Over

Insomniac Games and Sony have had a wonderful relationship. With each iteration of PlayStation hardware, they delivered.

The PS1 had Spyro. The PS2 saw the arrival of Ratchet and Clank. Finally, a Resistance was formed for the PS3.

I know there a zillion "DRAMATIC" reports about the failure of Resistance 3 and that was the reason why Insomniac has decided to throw in the towel.

Not So.

According to CEO Ted Price, Insomniac's story arc and game development of the series had reached a finally. A trilogy of great games, ending with a superb final chapter.

I'm happy that Ted took to the "internets", addressed concerns and put out flames. Resistance was a great launch title for the PS3. It's sequel was even better with innovative co-operative and online modes. Finally, Resistance 3 is a masterpiece. There are so many epic and OMG moments in that game. Oh my... You must play it.

Sonic 4 Episode I Speeds Onto Android

Sonic CD has been available on the Android Market a little over a month ago. The early Christmas present from Sega, is pure gold. Many consider it to be Sonic's shinning moment in gaming.

Before it's release, Sonic The Hedgehog 4: Episode I has been exciting fans with new visuals, tunes and levels. The game has been available for iOS owners for sometime now. Finally, the modern day classic hits Android devices.

Sonic has been speeding around the video game industry for over 20 years. I still remember seeing the first title in the series, over at a friend's house on a Sega Genesis back in the day. Wow! Where has the time gone? Sonic 4 has been a special game for fans new and old and new, being the first 2D title in 16 years. It is retailing on the download market for around 4 bucks and is essential for any Android user.

Direct Link To Android Market Info Page