Weekend, what are you playing?

We are now midway through April and the heat is unbearable here in the Philippines. It's summer here in a tropical country so go figure, but enough of the weather, what have you been playing this weekend?

Quash: Still at it with Star Wars: The Old Republic. I've continued one more month since I'm very anxious to see the last two chapters of my Jedi Knight story line, plus I started my Smuggler class to play all Han Solo-like. For games like this, the end game is really the meat of every MMORPG nowadays, but for me its the other way around for The Old Republic. The best way I can describe the progression in this game is like your playing Knights of the Old Republic. God how I wished this was just a single player game. Will I continue after my month is over? No. From what I'm seeing, I only need a month to experience everything this MMO has to offer as a casual player. Plus, Diablo 3 is out in a month. Can't wait.

I've also tried the free DLC for Mass Effect 3's multiplayer. The new races you can now play are cool and all but It's the two added maps that would keep this multiplayer alive. Hopefully they keep up with giving DLC for free but with EA, it might be just a one time deal. Oh and if looking for closure in the ending of Mass Effect 3, an extended cut of the ending will be out soon in the form of a DLC, free of charge.

Migoy: I slept most of my Saturday away so I didn't get to play anything until around 10pm. What I did play during that time was the demo of Final Fantasy XIII-2 and I have to say that I was really digging the battle system. I spent almost 3 hours playing it which is pretty hefty for a demo. Now I kinda want to get my hands on Final Fantasy XIII and then 13-2. But I gotta say this, quick time events (or as they call it "Cinematic Action")? Really?

The FF13-2 demo was really the only highlight of my weekend gaming but I did pop in Ultimate Marvel vs Capcom 3 because I formulated some combos in my head (which really didn't work out as I planned) and I was also curious about the costume DLC glitch that just got patched out. Since I still don't have internet at home (damn you PLDT) and I don't have access to any recent online updates I decided to try out the glitch and as you know the Magneto costume is not accessible because of of certain issues that arose however since the costumes are just locked in the disc (lol Capcom), using the glitch gives you access to Swagneto's alternate costume which I think is totally badass. I do plan on purchasing the costumes eventually but now I might as well enjoy my "early access" with them.

Kingdoms of Amalur: Reckoning's next DLC gets a trailer

Bravo. The second downloadable content with actual content in them. no costume packs or whatnot, just plan and simple added content for players to play in. The second DLC for Kingdoms of Amalur called Teeth of Naros will include 20 extra side quests(as if there's not enough), new dungeons, new twists of fate, a new city, and more equipment sets and unique weapons. The price? just $9.99. Check out the trailer below.

If you need the urge to expand your Kingdoms of Amalur game, Teeth of Naros will be available for download on April 17 for Playstation 3, Origin for the PC, Steam, and XBL.

Pokemon Black & White 2 Japan trailer

The first trailer for the next Pokemon game surfaces. This is the first sequel to a Pokemon but to me I have a feeling they ran out of colors or gems to name they're games. Sadly I don't speak Japanese and I have a feeling you guys don't too, but we get a glimpse of the sequels gameplay and well it looks pretty much the same to me.

Nintendo has already announced that Pokemon Black and White 2 will be hitting North America by Fall 2012 so an english port is definitely in development. Japan of course get's first dibs on the game on June 23 for the Nintendo DS.

My biggest question since the game's existence is - Why is this a Nintendo DS game? Why not 3DS? I think everybody can agree that Nintendo needs to increase the number of games heading to they're latest handheld device since most of the big titles are already out. After the release of Kid Icarus: Uprising, I don't see much incentive to buy a 3DS.

Lollipop Chainsaw action trailer

Lollipop Chainsaw has a new trailer showing some colorful gameplay. Yea, that's the best way I can describe what I just watched. Man, Japanese Developers can create the craziest games. But I have a feeling I'll enjoy this game, it's still zombie killing, and that can never be dull. It's definitely not your average zombie hack and slash since well, all the blood and gore has been replaced with sparkles hearts and whatnot.

By the way, that headless guy Nick? That's apparently the boyfriend of Juliet(The protagonist) which carries him around during the game. Why is he still alive? Your guess is as good as mine.

Lollipop Chainsaw hits stores on June 12, 2012 for Playstation 3, Xbox 360, and PC.

[Source: Gematsu]

Latest Medal of Honor: Warfighter trailer heads to the Philippines

Now would you look at that. EA released the latest gameplay trailer for Medal of Honor: Warfighter and the fight takes place in my country, the Philippines. Tier 1 Operatives head over to  Isabela City, Basilan and go head to head with a bunch of armed men. This is the first gameplay trailer for the game and we've seen this before - Explosions, gunfights, the usual FPS that comes out every year. Check the trailer below.

I think the last time I saw the Philippines used as a stage in a video game was in Front Mission 3 in the PSone system.

EA's answer to that other FPS coming out this year will be out on October 23 for Playstation 3, Xbox 360, and PC.