Glen Atwell

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Five most wanted video games of 2010

January 5th 2010 09:15
The five most wanted games in 2010

The past year was filled with gaming greatness. Uncharted 2, Grand Theft Auto IV, Modern Warfare 2, FIFA 10 and Super Mario Bros Wii were the must plays of 2010.

But many highly anticipated titles due for release last year were delayed until 2010, meaning gamers must ready their thumbs, and wallets, for what will be gaming's greatest year since the turn of the millennium.

In the first eTalk of 2010, let's check out the most wanted games coming soon to consoles.

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Super Mario Galaxy 2 for the Nintendo Wii is eTalk's most anticipated game of 2010. But there are many other contenders to look forward to!


5. Gran Turismo 5 (PS3) has been delayed for more than a year, and is finally due to hit shelves in March. Polyphony's racing epic will feature more tracks, more cars, more polygons - more everything - than any other racing game made. With real damage and the promise of brilliant online play, GT5 will return to the top.

4. Mass Effect 2 (Xbox, PC) is shaping up as one of this year's best titles. The first instalment of the alien infested RPG took the world by storm and the sequel looks even better. Astounding graphics and addictive game play will see this one of the most bought games of the year. Available on Australia Day, 26 January.

3. Final Fantasy XIII (PS3, Xbox) has a full-scale development team working on this epic and early screens and trailers are promising. Despite the franchise looking a little tired in years gone by, SquareEnix have promised a return to brilliance this year. That means a full team of developers and engineers. FFXIII is being billed as the Avatar of games, so keep this one on your wish list when it is released in early March.

2. Heavy Rain (PS3) is going to be a different experience for gamers. The PS3 exclusive, due in the first quarter of this year, is a cinematic-based game with a sophisticated plot and a bending story line. You'll assume the role of multiple characters with different backgrounds and skills. Points for innovation here.

1. Super Mario Galaxy 2 (Wii) hasn't been tagged with a firm release date, but most are expecting this must-own title to materialise in the second half of the year. Wii owners have been crying out something great since Zelda and the original Galaxy game launched the console. Nintendo have promised the sequel will be bigger and better than the first, and that will be an incredible feat in itself.

- Glen Atwell
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Combat of Giants: Dragons PSP Review

November 10th 2009 09:01
Combat of Giants: Dragons
PSP
$49
7/10

Squarely aimed at the younger generation, Combat of Giants: Dragons is a straight-forward fly and fight DS game.

At a price that will see it stuffed into many stockings this Christmas, Combat of Giants involved choosing one of four families of dragons, customising your beast, then flying around a world battling others and collecting gems.

Gamers can choose between fire, ice, wind and earth species and can pick between colours and attacks.

It is Pokemon inspired, but don't go deleting your level 20 Squirtle just yet, because Combat of Giants is not nearly as complex.

Most of your time will be spent flying, enduring random battles that are easily won and earning gems.

It looks pretty good and sounds OK. The cut scenes are boring and text can't be speed up with the push of a button, which drags things out even longer.

Combat of Dragons won't be much fun for the over 16 crowd, but the ankle-biter DS gamers should get a kick or two out of Ubisoft's latest offering.

- Glen Atwell
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Gran Turismo PSP Review

November 10th 2009 08:58
Gran Turismo
PSP
$69
5/10


- By Glen Atwell

Cramming 800 cars and 35 international circuits onto a tiny 1GB UMD is a commendable effort, but one burning question remains – who forgot the career mode?

Developer Polphony Digital has sold 52 million copies of Gran Turismo, but its first foray into 'one the go' territory has missed the mark.

Gran Turismo for the PSP was supposed to be a hand-held revelation, and while enjoyable in short bursts, lacks the complexity and polish of its console equivalent.

There is no career mode, instead a simple arcade-style game type with three distinct variations, none of which provide due reward for the time it takes to earn enough credits to splash out on a fancy beast.

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Gran Turismo launched alongside the PSP Go (pictured), but failed to deliver the 'Real Driving Simulator' we were all hoping for


Gran Turismo PSP looks OK, sounds bad and plays decently. It's a bland reflection on a game that quickly loses its fun-factor.

When Polyphony Digital decided to splash the Gran Turismo franchise on a portable title, it would have been aware of the expectations that come with a game with brandishing the GT logo.

This time, on most fronts, it failed to deliver.

Gran Turismo PSP is perfect for morning commuters, students attending boring lectures and anyone else with a short attention span.

But don't expect the 'Real Driving Simulator' experience this time around.
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FIFA 10 Review - PS3

November 8th 2009 22:49
If you love the game, you will love FIFA 10 - it's the best soccer simulation to date.

Last year, EA managed to convert countless Pro Evolution Soccer fans to wear FIFA's shining halo, with FIFA 09


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Aion PC MMO Review

November 8th 2009 22:40
Players of massively multiplayer online games (MMO) usually fall into one of two categories: The veteran and the casual gamer.

And the recently released Aion, an online only game, will definitely appeal to both


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AFL Grand Final Geelong vs St Kilda

September 22nd 2009 04:57
The last Saturday in September has arrived, and the 2009 AFL Grand Final is set to be a corker.

Undeniably, the two best teams this year won through for the right to win the AFL Premiership


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VidZone and music streaming on PS3

September 14th 2009 11:28
Music on the Playstation 3 is fast becoming Sony's ace up the sleeze, as gamers and listeners turn to the shiny black box for their daily rhythmic fix.

VidZone, a downloadable application that allows PS3 owners to stream more than 13,000 tracks for free, has become a staple on hard drives and at house parties


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AFL Finals 2009 Week Two

September 8th 2009 02:37
So the Bombers and Blues are gone. The Bulldogs flopped, and Collingwood was choked to death.

I love September


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AFL Finals 2009 Fixture

August 31st 2009 01:50
The 2009 AFL Finals Series has arrived... well on Friday night anyway, not soon enough!

The Bombers take on the Crows at AAMI in a do-or-die elimination final that is sure to test the resolve of the young Dons, who will likely be without captain Matthew Lloyd, and possibly Paddy Ryder


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Lloyd suspended for bump on Sewell

August 29th 2009 10:31
Essendon captain Matthew Lloyd suspended for bump on Hawk Brad Sewell


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Comment by Glen Atwell
on New slim PS3 images

October 13th 2009 22:40
Hi JC,

Welcome back! Your post made my day. It's great to hear you finally made it back on the field after your ACL journey!

How good does it feel to look back on the injury, surgery, recovery and rehab and realise that you've made it this far.

I'm sure your hamstring will continue to strengthen and become used to the rough and tumble of Aussie Rules.

Keep it up mate, and keep us posted on your progress.



- Glen Atwell

Comment by Glen Atwell
on Nintendo Wii Sports: You Little Beauty!

June 19th 2009 19:11
I still love Wii Sports!

Comment by Glen Atwell
on Which airports do you like?

June 12th 2009 02:35
The best airport in the world - by far - is the Koh Samui International Airport.

As small, and equally as cute, as a button, with lush green surroundings and beautiful rock and wood work.

It's just been refurbished and looks even better.

If you're in Thailand, check it out!

Great advice Kate.

Hey guys, please insert your names into the fields, makes it easier to reply!

LG - What is the concern of your parents?

If you're playing AFL, no player has ever taken to the field with a torn or partially torn ACL.

David Schwarz returned from an ACL reconstruction after 15 weeks and kicked three goals.

He re-ruptured the following week.

Tony Liberatore returned mid-season after rupturing in the pre-season, but it was in the twilight of his career.

Rugby players can continue with partial tears, because most of the running is straight, but all will eventually require a full reconstruction.

There's nothing to say it will definitely re-rupture the moment you put pressure on it, if you bulk up your leg muscles, it may hang on for another year or so.

But at your age, you've got plenty of time for an operation and the chance to spend at least a year rehabilitating to give the next graft the best chance possible.

If money is a problem, there is obviously other issues to work through and that may affect your time-frame.

- Glen.


A 50% tear of an ACL graft is something that will require repair. I certainly wouldn't be playing football or any other sport that requires sudden sideways movement.

Walking, running and swimming should be fine.

Skiing is definitely something to avoid with a bad knee, that sideways impact is tough on the healthiest of knees. But let's be real here for a moment, if you've half torn your ACL and are facing a second reconstruction anyway, you may as well take it easy on the slopes but at least enjoy yourself.

Talk with your surgeon or doctor, they'll be able to offer specific advice - but I'd steer clear of footy, strengthen your leg muscles before your holiday and look at surgey when you return.

Have fun in New Zealand, just stick to the beginner's slopes!

- Glen.

Hi LG, and other contributors,

The graft will not heal itself. Ligaments don't have a great blood supply.

Some MCL and LCL tears are left without repair because scar tissue can help minimise the impact of the injury, but the ligaments never heal themselves.

Speak with your surgeon, but I would imagine you'll one day need another ACL reconstruction.

Don't stress mate, it's not the end of the world, you've been through one and the next will be easier.

With the partial tear, it means you won't need the operation straight away. Take some time to strengthen your leg muscles and get prepared.

You may be able to function with a partially torn ligament in day-to-day activities, but if you're keen on your footy, talk with your surgeon.

- Glen.

Comment by Glen Atwell
on Future swim stars in action

April 13th 2009 23:15
Welcome to Orble! Great to have you on board Marc. Look forward to reading your AFL stuff on Wednesdays!


Comment by Glen Atwell
on AFL Round 1 - Round One Tips Best Bets

March 26th 2009 08:00
Maybe it's more than a bruised heel? Either way, I reckon the Blues midfield will greatly improve this year.

Tigers have been backed off the map on Betfair though, and smart money always means something is going on!

I'll be watching with great interest mate.