Psychotic Informer - 7/8/11

1. First up for the news today, what do you think of when you think of movies based off video games? Maybe Resident Evil or Silent Hill? Well, how about Space Invaders? Recently announced, the movie will be based off the arcade game created in 1978. There is not much known about the film except that it will have invaders from space, presumably. (For more information, read the full article: http://nyti.ms/rsPfks)

2. LIMBO, the award winning horror/platformer indie game for XBLA has been announced that it is coming to PSN. It will make it’s debut on July 19th, along with ‘a little extra secret’, claims Sony’s blog. Pick this game up on the 19th if you haven’t played it before, it’s completely worth it! (For more information, read the full article: http://bit.ly/qw0GgA)

3. Also coming to the Playstation Network is Konami’s XBLA title Castlevania: Harmony of Despair. In addition to the 6 person co-op online mode, they are adding a 4 person co-op local mode. Also with the PSN version you get a new map pack, so go check this version out when it releases this summer! (For more information, read the full article: http://bit.ly/mQTuZw)

4. A little known fact: there are many color blind gamers. An estimated 9% to 12% of all males cannot see colors, and it severely impacts their gaming ability. This is why in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3, there will be a Colorblind option! This isn’t expected to change the gameplay; just the palette, making it easier for colorblind people to experience and enjoy it just the same. (For more information, read the full article: http://bit.ly/q0iSPD)

5. Today’s Steam Summer Deal of the Day Sales include: Mafia II at 75% off for $7.50, Amnesia the Dark Descent at 75% off for $5 (which is a great deal if you’re up for a really scary game!), and Universe Sandbox at 50% off for $5, which I also highly recommend. Go out and take advantage of these deals before it’s too late!