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Coop Norway has announced it is to stop carrying 51 gaming brands previously available to customers, after the horrific events in Oslo and on Utøya, including CoD4: Modern Warfare and World of Warcraft – games which the perpetrator Anders Behring Breivik claim to have actively played.
According to a report in Norwegian newspaper Rogalands Avis, Geir Inge Stokke, director of Coop Norway Retail, said the retail giant is temporarily removing the games out of “consideration for those affected,” by last week’s murders.
“The decision to remove the games was made around the time we realized the scope of the attack,” he said. “Others are better suited than us, to point to the negative effects of games like these. At the moment it’s [appropriate] for us to take them down. I wouldn’t be surprised if others do the same.
“We have to think very carefully about when to bring these goods back. The economy involved is of no importance.”
Breivik, the man behind the attacks, mentioned in his “manifesto” time playing WoW and even went so far as to describe Modern Warfare as “training” tool in his “plan.”
Games confirmed as being removed from shelves by Gamers Globe include: Homefront, Black Ops, Modern Warfare 2, World at War, Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare, Sniper Ghost Warrior, and Counter-Strike Source (thanks, distraet).
Thanks: Anders,Coop Norway has announced it is to stop carrying 51 gaming brands previously available... more
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Our video game backlog includes Gears of War, Call of Duty, and Dead Space 2. What about yours?Our video game backlog includes Gears of War, Call of Duty, and Dead Space 2. What... more
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The Modern Warfare 2 Stimulus Package map pack will only be an Xbox Live exclusive realized on May 4th, 2010. Infinity Wards Robert Bowling said Australia and Europe gets the PS3 version of the down loadable content on May 5th. Modern Warfare 2s first down loadable content, a five map set called the Stimulus Package, finally makes its way to PlayStation Network on may 4th after remaining exclusive to Xbox LIVE for a good chunk of time. It was just announced that the PS3 and PC will be getting the Stimulus Package on May 4th. Theres not much else to say other than that; 5 new maps, $15 bucks. Bowling added that both platforms will get double XP weekends and playlist updates, just as the Xbox 360 did.The Modern Warfare 2 Stimulus Package map pack will only be an Xbox Live exclusive... more
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Microsoft has always had some decent celebrities for its Game with Fame nights, but it looks like they are trying a different method this time. Playing Guitar Hero 5 with Weird Al Yankovic is cool and all, but playing Modern Warfare 2 with Method Man is even better...Microsoft has always had some decent celebrities for its Game with Fame nights, but it... more
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Just a little reminder for the Trey Brotherhood. PSN Thursdays are dead. All PlayStation Store updates now take place on Tuesdays. To kick off the fresh new batch of store updates, the Modern Warfare 2 Stimulus Package maps are finally available to PS3 COD players.Just a little reminder for the Trey Brotherhood. PSN Thursdays are dead. All... more
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"Lead character artist Joel Emslie and artists Ryan Lastimosa and Brad Allen are the latest employees at Infinity Ward to hang up their hats and leave the Call of Duty: Modern Warfare developer.
All three now-former employees have updated their Facebook profiles to reflect the recent decision, a source close to Infinity Ward has told me. None have announced their future development plans.
Two others, however, have made a future with their former bosses at Respawn Entertainment official.
Emslie, Lastimosa and Allen's departures arrive just days after a total of eight other Infinity Ward developers turned in letters of resignation. In just a few days, the headcount at the Activision-owned studio has decreased by 11. So far, as predicted by Activision, the pace does not seem to be slowing.
Several employees..."
http://g4tv.com/thefeed/blog/post/704228/Infinity-Ward-Exodus-Continues----Three-More-Leave-Studio-Two-Join-Respawn.html"Lead character artist Joel Emslie and artists Ryan Lastimosa and Brad Allen are... more
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Whether it was Activision or Infinity Ward’s decision to charge such a steep price doesn’t really matter since they still sold 2.5 million downloads during the first week. So did those 2.5 million gamers get their money’s worth? Some of them probably feel like they did, but I think that money could have been better spent elsewhere.Whether it was Activision or Infinity Ward’s decision to charge such a steep... more
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Adam sits down to discuss the ramifications of two ex-Infinity Ward heads starting Respawn Entertainment with EA.Adam sits down to discuss the ramifications of two ex-Infinity Ward heads starting... more
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Morgan Webb takes a look at the first DLC for 'Modern Warfare 2,' known as the Stimulus Pack, and tells us if the new maps are worth picking up, or if it's not very stimulating after all.Morgan Webb takes a look at the first DLC for 'Modern Warfare 2,' known as... more
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Chad was checking out the new maps for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2, and when things aren't going his way, it's not pretty.Chad was checking out the new maps for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2, and when things... more
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Still drinking coffee? Then here's some news to whet your appetite further.
-The Hurt Locker took Best Picture at last night's Critic Choice Awards, while Meryl Streep took home Sandra Bullock. [Variety]
-2009 was the worst year in Los Angeles location shooting and it was probably caused by Jay Leno! maybe. [LAist via The Wrap]
-Avatar and Modern Warfare 2 both are billion dollar winners. So how do they compare? [Kotaku]
-The Auteurs have their Best of Decade up! [The Auteurs]
-Speaking of versus: Avatar and Book of Eli are battling for control. Eli took Friday, but if Avatar wins then...uh...the economy recovers?
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PC gamers usually have the fortune of playing video games with better graphics, higher resolution and better support compared to their console brethren. However, sometimes a game, be it a port or a PC exclusive, comes out to shatter our faith in PC gaming. Thus, we list the top 4 games that did exactly that.
4. Resident Evil 4
What is it?
Widely considered as one of the greatest zombie game of all time, The console version of Resident Evil 4 received outstanding critical reception.
Read more at Grand theft pcPC gamers usually have the fortune of playing video games with better graphics, higher... more
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Jose's UNBEATABLE time of 29.30- oh wait, nevermind...
Nick less-than-three Jose
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One of our readers have tipped us off about a rouge Microsoft moderator who has been threatening to ban or suspend users on Xbox Live. This video features footage from a Modern Warfare 2 matchmaking screen, where a Microsoft employee is seen threatening to issue a ban. According to the player, who has uploaded this footage. The moderator (known as The Pro); not only threatened the player and his friends, but he was also very rude and unfair. The gamer is seeking legal action, as the moderator has apparently violated the Xbox Live terms of service with his actions.
http://www.thekoalition.com/ms-employee-out-of-control-is-he-abusing-his-power/One of our readers have tipped us off about a rouge Microsoft moderator who has been... more
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Killzone 2 and Modern Warfare 2 are by far the top First Person Shooters (FPS's) of 2009, but which one truly takes the cake? Both games have their pro's and con's, however Modern Warfare 2 is of course the top selling game of the two. This doesn't necessarily mean that it is the better game...Killzone 2 and Modern Warfare 2 are by far the top First Person Shooters (FPS's)... more
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The good people at IGN, GameSpy and TeamXbox have teamed up to raise funds to help the troubled nation of Haiti rebuild after the recent devastating earthquake there.
IGN is broadcasting a 12-hour webathon until 9PM tonight. They've been playing Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 since 9AM this morning, and IGN employees have pledged money for each level earned during the play session. Look for the "IGN Xbox" gamertag, and give 'em hell: It's for charity. Obviously, the charitable move is to help 'em by sacrificing yourself to their shotgun blasts.
Also: If you join IGN Insider, the membership fee will be donated to Habit for Humanity's Haiti rebuilding efforts.
Along with the pledges, you can check out the eBay auction. . It's crammed full of one-of-kind, high end swag like a 360 signed by the Modern Warfare 2 developer team, skate decks signed by Tony Hawk, and even sheets signed by Heroes star Hayden Panettiere.
http://g4tv.com/thefeed/blog/post/702159/Gamers-Helping-Haiti-Check-Out-The-Modern-Warfare-2-Game-A-Thon.html
http://stores.ebay.com/IGN-for-HaitiThe good people at IGN, GameSpy and TeamXbox have teamed up to raise funds to help the... more
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Ben Hoffman offers up some great (and not-so-great) gift ideas in his holiday gift guide edition of the Tech Report.
The infoMania Tech Report is a weekly segment where technology guru Ben Hoffman takes a look at the newest tech products, gadgets and video games. It has been called "the funniest tech show on the web." (No source for that quote is available at this time. In fact, there's a good chance it was made up.) For more Ben visit http://current.com/techreport/ and Current TV.
infoMania is a half-hour satirical news show that airs on Current TV. The show puts a comedic spin on the 24-hour chaos and information overload brought about by the constant bombardment of the media. Hosted by Conor Knighton and co-starring Brett Erlich, Sarah Haskins, Ben Hoffman, Bryan Safi and Sergio Cilli, the show airs on Thursdays at 10 pm Eastern and Pacific Times and can be found online at http://current.com/infomania/ or on Current TV. And make sure to check out our facebook profile for special features at http://infomaniafacebook.com.Ben Hoffman offers up some great (and not-so-great) gift ideas in his holiday gift... more
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