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07/04/11--05:00: Duke Nukem Forever Video Review (chan 1864010)

Duke Nukem Forever, after 13 years of stops and starts and teasing in between, has arrived. Could it possibly live up to a decade of hopes and hype? Adam Sessler weighs in with our review.


07/06/11--05:00: Mass Effect 3 Gameplay Preview (chan 1864010)

Commander Shepard's story continues in Mass Effect 3, and here Morgan Webb takes a look at this upcoming title's weapons customization improvements, new weapons like the Omni-Blade, AI upgrades, and Kinect voice command.


07/08/11--05:00: Alice: Madness Returns Video Review (chan 1864010)

Alice: Madness Returns sends American McGee back to where it all began, down the rabbit hole. Adam Sessler weighs in with our review.


07/11/11--05:00: Top 10 Games of 2011 So Far (5 thru 1) (chan 1864010)

Morgan Webb finishes off our list of the best games from first-half 2011.


07/13/11--05:00: Batman: Arkham City Gameplay Preview (chan 1864010)

Batman: Arkham City will add Catwoman as a playable character, and here Blair Herter gets an early look at this, the improved combat, and villains Hugo Strange, Joker, and Two-Face.


07/15/11--05:00: Assassin's Creed: Revelations Gameplay Preview (chan 1864010)

Adam Sessler gets an early look at Assassins Creed: Revelations' improved gameplay, bigger city of Constantinople, Eagle Sense, and new weapons like the Hookblade.


07/18/11--05:00: Shadows of the Damned Video Review (chan 1864010)

Suda51 and Shinji Mikami bring you Shadows of the Damned, the new action-horror shooter that finds hero Garcia Hotspur on a quest to rescue his girlfriend from the clutches of hell. Here Morgan Webb has our review.


07/20/11--05:00: F.E.A.R. 3 Video Review (chan 1864010)

The Point Man is back in F.E.A.R. 3, and this time in co-op with back-from-the-dead brother Paxton Fettell. Morgan Webb here has our review.


07/22/11--05:00: Street Fighter X Tekken Gameplay Preview (chan 1864010)

With Street Fighter X Tekken, two of the most celebrated fighters will mix it up for the first time. Here Blair Herter gets an early look at game's roster, moves, 2D gameplay, 2 vs. 2 tag-team format, and more.


07/25/11--05:00: Comic-Con 2011 Star Wars Kinect Preview (chan 1864010)

Star Wars Kinect revealed a special new R2D2 Xbox at Comic-Con 2011, and Morgan Webb welcomes Star Wars Kinect Lead Prod. Craig Derrick onto the stage for a first look at this, pod racing, and more.


07/27/11--05:00: Comic-Con 2011 Saints Row 3 Trailer and Sasha Grey (chan 1864010)

Blair Herter gets a look at the latest trailer for Saints Row: The Third, and visits with Lead Designer Drew Holmes and actress Sasha Grey, who takes on the role of Viola DeWynter.


07/29/11--05:00: X-Play Comedy: Cowboys & Pokemon (chan 1864010)

If summer movie blockbuster Cowboys & Aliens isn't your speed, may we suggest Cowboys & Pokemon? Check out the trailer right here.


08/01/11--05:00: The Elder Scrolls 5: Skyrim Gameplay Preview (chan 1864010)

In this The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim gameplay preview, Adam Sessler gets a look at the upcoming title's breathtaking environments, new creative engine, more-personal RPG experience, improved first-person control layout, and more.


08/03/11--05:00: X-List: Top 5 Gears of War Characters (chan 1864010)

The Gears of War series has served up a number of colorful characters, and Adam Sessler and Morgan Webb here narrow it down to a top 5.


08/05/11--05:00: Twisted Metal Gameplay Preview (chan 1864010)

Adam Sessler gets a preview of the return of PlayStation's longest running franchise, Twisted Metal, including looks at weapons and new vehicles, online multiplayer, Team Deathmatch, and Sweet Tooth in mech form.


08/08/11--05:00: Uncharted 3: Drake's Deception Gameplay Preview (chan 1864010)

The elements of sand and water will play a big role in Uncharted 3: Drake's Deception, and Jessica Chobot gets a look at this, combat, and multiplayer from Naughty Dog Game Designer Ricky Cambier.


08/10/11--05:00: Gears of War 3 Gameplay Preview (chan 1864010)

Morgan Webb gets a preview of the Gears of War 3 campaign from Epic Games' Cliff Bleszinski and Rod Fergusson, checks out the Gears 3 bike from American Chopper's Paul Jr., and looks at graffiti artist O.G. Slick's contribution to the game.


08/12/11--05:00: Tomb Raider Gameplay Preview (chan 1864010)

The upcoming Tomb Raider will feature a Lara Croft origins story, and Sr. Art Director Brian Horton here gives Jessica Chobot a gameplay preview and talks about the importance of making the series relevant for the modern gamer.


08/15/11--05:00: Captain America: Super Soldier Video Review (chan 1864010)

After recent video games for Iron Man and Thor, you'd be blameless for suspecting Captain America: Super Soldier will be another weak attempt at a comic-book movie video game, but Morgan Webb has good news in our review.


08/17/11--05:00: Street Fighter X Tekken Gameplay Preview (chan 1864010)

Adam Sessler hears from Street Fighter X Tekken Producer Yoshinori Ono on selecting characters for the roster, creating a rivalry between them, and due to overwhelming fan response, including Poison.


08/19/11--05:00: The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword Gameplay Preview (chan 1864010)

Kristin Adams gets a preview of The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword from Nintendo's Bill Trinen, with looks at a dungeon, bird flying, boss battle, and Wii MotionPlus.


08/22/11--05:00: Catherine Video Review (chan 1864010)

In this Catherine video review, find out why Blair Herter thinks this strange blend of relationship drama, sheep, and puzzle-solving is one of the unique gaming experiences of 2011.


08/24/11--05:00: Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary Gameplay Preview (chan 1864010)

On November 15th, 2001, Halo: Combat Evolved released and hoisted the Xbox into must-have status. On its 10-year anniversary, it's getting an Xbox 360 makeover. Adam Sessler talks with Dev. Dir. Frank O'Connor on what we can expect.


08/26/11--05:00: The Elder Scrolls 5: Skyrim Hands-On Preview (chan 1864010)

Morgan Webb talks with Bethesda Game Dir. Todd Howard about the decision to put The Elder Scrolls 5: Skyrim into fans' hands at QuakeCon 2011, and what surprised him about the reaction. Then, Morgan takes the game out herself for a test drive.


08/29/11--05:00: From Dust Video Review (chan 1864010)

In the new God-simulator From Dust, nomadic tribes look to you and your omnipotent environment creation skills to keep them alive from the elements. Adam Sessler weighs in on the fun with our review.


08/31/11--05:00: Spider-Man: Edge of Time Gameplay Preview (chan 1864010)

In Spider-Man: Edge of Time, Amazing Spider-Man and Spider-Man 2099 must work across time to prevent Amazing Spider-Man's death, and Jessica Chobot caught up with Beenox Studio Head Dee Brown for a look at this, abilities, and more.


09/02/11--05:00: WWE 12 On Location at SummerSlam 2011 (chan 1864010)

WWE superstars were out at SummerSlam 2011, and Blair Herter caught up with the likes of Alberto Del Rio, R-Truth, Natalya, and Kelly Kelly for a sneak peek at the upcoming WWE 12's simpler and faster gameplay and new Predator Technology animation system.


09/05/11--05:00: Deus Ex: Human Revolution Video Review (chan 1864010)

In this Deus Ex: Human Revolution video review, Morgan Webb weighs in on the franchise's return.


09/07/11--05:00: Batman: Arkham City Gameplay Preview (chan 1864010)

In this Batman: Arkham City gameplay preview, Rocksteady Studios' Dax Ginn gives Alex Sim-Wise a sneak peak at the new Challenge Mode, stepped-up antics of The Riddler, and enemies like Mr. Freeze.


09/09/11--05:00: Mass Effect 3 Gameplay Preview (chan 1864010)

In this Mass Effect 3 gameplay preview, Alex Sim-Wise gets the latest from Assoc. Producer Michael Gamble on the deepened RPG, more-customizable Commander Shepard, and Kinect integration.


09/12/11--05:00: Resistance 3 Video Review (chan 1864010)

The Chimera are back in Resistance 3, and Morgan Webb weighs in with our review in 2 parts. First, she breaks down the single-player campaign, and then renders a verdict on the beefed up multiplayer.


09/14/11--05:00: Counter-Strike: Global Offensive Gameplay Preview (chan 1864010)

Well-known online game Counter-Strike reloads with Counter-Strike: Global Offensive, and Morgan Webb catches up with Sr. Writer Chet Faliszek at PAX Prime 2011 for a look at skill-based matchmaking, new Casual Mode, and versions for PS3 and Xbox 360.


09/16/11--05:00: Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3 and Street Fighter X Tekken Preview (chan 1864010)

At PAX Prime 2011, Capcom was showing off new characters Dr. Strange and Nemesis in Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3, and new mechanics in Street Fighter X Tekken. Adam Sessler gets a look at both from Community Mgr. Seth Killian.


09/19/11--05:00: Halo 4 Gameplay Preview (chan 1864010)

Halo 4 was all over PAX Prime 2011, really the cherry on top of all the Halo Fest hoopla, and Blair Herter found 343 Industries Exec. Prod. Kiki Wolfkill and Creative Dir. Josh Holmes on the show floor to get details on what fans should expect.


09/21/11--05:00: The Elder Scrolls 5: Skyrim Gameplay Preview and Vampire Reveal (chan 1864010)

PAX Prime 2011 marked the first time American fans got their hands on The Elder Scrolls 5: Skyrim, and Blair Herter caught up with Bethesda's Todd Howard for the latest on this almost-here title, and even managed an exclusive vampire reveal.


09/23/11--05:00: Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 Spec Ops Gameplay Preview (chan 1864010)

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 Spec Ops mode looks to blend the single-player and multiplayer experience, and Infinity Ward's Robert Bowling gives Adam Sessler a look at this, the mode's different ranking system, co-op, Survival, and more.


09/26/11--05:00: Gears of War 3 Video Review (chan 1864010)

Gears of War 3, one of the most anticipated games of 2011, finally arrives, and there was so much to talk about we needed both Morgan Webb and Adam Sessler to break it down in our review.


09/28/11--05:00: Resident Evil: The Mercenaries 3D Video Review (chan 1864010)

If you're a Nintendo 3DS owner, these days you might be happy that any game is coming out. But should you be happy that Resident Evil: The Mercenaries 3D is? Adam Sessler weighs in with our review.


09/30/11--05:00: Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine Video Review (chan 1864010)

Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine takes the power-armored space soldier out of the strategy arena and into the action shooter, and Adam Sessler weighs in on the results with our review.


10/03/11--05:00: Star Fox 64 3D Video Review (chan 1864010)

It's been 14 years since Star Fox 64 hit shelves, and Nintendo is giving it the 3D treatment with Star Fox 64 3D. Morgan Webb has our review.


10/05/11--05:00: The Gunstringer Video Review (chan 1864010)

Blair Herter weighs in with our review of Wild West Kinect shoot-em-up title The Gunstringer.


10/07/11--05:00: Battlefield 3 Gameplay Preview (chan 1864010)

In this Battlefield 3 gameplay preview, Morgan Webb gets a look at single-player campaign "Operation Guillotine".


10/10/11--05:00: Batman: Arkham City Villain Preview (chan 1864010)

Blair Butler and Blair Herter round-up Batman: Arkham City villains Two-Face, Catwoman, and Joker.


10/12/11--05:00: Saints Row: The Third Exclusive Moment #1 (chan 1864010)

The upcoming Saints Row: The Third is chock full of ludicrous moments, and Adam Sessler and Blair Herter here get an exclusive early look at one of them: six-shooting an energy drink mascot.


10/14/11--05:00: Batman: Arkham City Villain Preview #3 (chan 1864010)

Blair Herter and Blair Butler keep our Batman: Arkham City villain preview going, here taking looks at Hugo Strange, Mr. Freeze, Black Mask, Calendar Man, and Harley Quinn.


10/17/11--05:00: Gears of War 3 DLC Horde Command Pack X-Play Exclusive (chan 1864010)

Coming Gears of War 3 DLC Horde Command Pack will feature 3 new maps, new upgrades and fortifications, and 3 new playable characters. Adam Sessler gets the exclusive world premiere scoop from Epic Games' Cliff Bleszinski and Rod Fergusson.


10/19/11--05:00: NBA 2K12 Video Review (chan 1864010)

NBA 2K12 manages to improve upon last year's excellent controls, and comes with the top 15 players of all time in NBA's Greatest Mode. Adam Sessler weighs in with our review.


10/21/11--05:00: Saints Row: The Third Exclusive Moment #2 (chan 1864010)

In Professor Genki's Super Ethical Reality Climax, you'll fight your way through Professor Genki's Super Sparkle Lab for fun and profit, and that's just out there enough to make this our Saints Row: The Third Exclusive Moment #2.


10/24/11--05:00: Batman: Arkham City Video Review (chan 1864010)

The excellent Batman: Arkham Asylum left some big shoes to fill for any follow-up. How does Batman: Arkham City fare? Find out as Morgan Webb delivers our review.


10/26/11--05:00: Saints Row: The Third "Modern Warfare 3" Parody Trailer (chan 1864010)

What do you do when shooters like Battlefield 3 and Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 are going at each other? When you're Saints Row: The Third, you make a response trailer of your own, and you call it Shock and Awesome.


10/28/11--05:00: Assassin's Creed: Revelations Multiplayer Preview (chan 1864010)

The Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood multiplayer was such a welcome success that Assassin's Creed: Revelations is bringing it back. Live Team's Andreane Meunier gives Morgan Webb a look at improvements, and added modes like Capture the Flag and Deathmatch.


10/31/11--05:00: Uncharted 3: Drake's Deception Video Review (chan 1864010)

Does Uncharted 3: Drake's Deception live up to the almost impossibly high standards set by Uncharted 2? Find out as Adam Sessler delivers our review.


11/02/11--05:00: Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary Edition Exclusive Preview (chan 1864010)

Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary Edition is set to release exactly 10 years after the original, and Adam Sessler gets an exclusive early look at the game's third level, The Truth and Reconciliation.


11/04/11--05:00: The Elder Scrolls 5: Skyrim Exclusive Preview (chan 1864010)

In this Elder Scrolls 5: Skyrim exclusive, Adam Sessler gets a look at brand new footage in the almost-here RPG, including dungeon quests and refined leveling system of various skill constellations.


11/07/11--05:00: X-Play Presents Video Game of Thrones (chan 1864010)

Winter is coming, and with it the holiday gaming season. In X-Play's Video Game of Thrones, an assassin, a space marine, a hot archaeologist, an Angry Bird, a plumber and a princess all vie for power in their quest to be the biggest game of the season.


11/09/11--05:00: Battlefield 3 Video Review (chan 1864010)

Adam Sessler and Blair Herter tag-team our big two-part Battlefield 3 review, first weighing in on the single-player campaign, and then the multiplayer.


11/11/11--05:00: Spider-Man: Edge of Time Video Review (chan 1864010)

Spidey returns to gaming with the time-crunching Spider-Man: Edge of Time, and Adam Sessler has our review.


11/14/11--05:00: Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 Video Review (chan 1864010)

Can Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 possibly live up to the hype? Adam Sessler and Morgan Webb weigh in with our review.


11/16/11--05:00: The Elder Scrolls 5: Skyrim Making Of First Look (chan 1864010)

The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Collector's Edition will include a documentary that goes inside Bethesda Studios for a look at the game's development, and Morgan Webb has a first look.


11/18/11--05:00: Saints Row: The Third Exclusive Moment #8 (chan 1864010)

Hop on a military hoverjet fuselage and take a ride in this Saints Row: The Third exclusive moment.


11/21/11--05:00: The Elder Scrolls 5: Skyrim Video Review (chan 1864010)

Bethesda creates its most expansive and engaging world yet with The Elder Scrolls 5: Skyrim, and Adam Sessler and Morgan Webb here deliver our double-sized video review.


11/23/11--05:00: Assassin's Creed: Revelations Video Review (chan 1864010)

Ezio Auditore gets old and wants answers in Assassin's Creed: Revelations, and here Morgan Webb and Adam Sessler weigh in on this final chapter of his adventure.


11/25/11--05:00: Saints Row: The Third Video Review (chan 1864010)

Gangland satire and street crime mashup Saints Row: The Third is here, but has stuffing all such madness into a blender made for a winning game? Find out as Adam Sessler and Blair Herter deliver our review.


11/28/11--05:00: The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword Video Review (chan 1864010)

If The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword is something of a swan song for the best-selling console of the generation, the Nintendo Wii, then it's a pretty good way to go out. Find out why as Morgan Webb and Adam Sessler deliver our review.


11/30/11--05:00: Gears of War 3 Secrets of Success (chan 1864010)

Adam Sessler gets the inside scoop from Epic Games' Cliff Bleszinski, Lee Perry, Rod Fergusson, and Chris Perna on how Gears of War 3 continued a long line of success, from online play improvements, to the happy accident of Beast Mode.


12/02/11--05:00: Need For Speed: The Run Video Review (chan 1864010)

It's a cross-country San Francisco to NYC race for survival in Need For Speed: The Run, and Morgan Webb weighs in on the adventure with our review.


12/05/11--05:00: Holiday Buyers Guide 2011 - Top PS3 Games (chan 1864010)

Morgan Webb reveals our picks for the best games this holiday season for the PlayStation 3 fan in your life.


12/07/11--05:00: Holiday Buyers Guide 2011 - Top Xbox 360 Games (chan 1864010)

Adam Sessler reveals our Holiday Buyers Guide 2011 picks for best games on the Xbox 360.


12/09/11--05:00: Holiday Buyers Guide 2011 - Top Nintendo Games (chan 1864010)

Adam Sessler has our Holiday Buyers Guide 2011 list of best games for your Nintendo Wii and 3DS.


12/12/11--05:00: Gears of War 3 DLC "RAAM's Shadow" Preview Exclusive (chan 1864010)

You'll get to play as bad boy Locust RAAM in the upcoming Gears of War 3 DLC "RAAM's Shadow", and Morgan Webb gets the exclusive scoop from Epic's Rod Fergusson on what weapons you'll use, the 4-player co-op, and more.


12/14/11--05:00: The Big Ones: Game Releases Early 2012 (chan 1864010)

Adam Sessler runs down the biggest games releasing after the holiday dust settles: Max Payne 3, Starhawk, UFC Undisputed 3, Mass Effect 3, and Kingdoms of Amalur: Reckoning.


12/16/11--05:00: Max Payne 3 Gameplay Preview (chan 1864010)

Adam Sessler gets an early look at Max Payne 3, hearing from Rockstar Art Director Rob Nelson on left-trigger aim, cover mechanic and other gameplay updates, and improvements to Bullet Time.


12/19/11--05:00: Best of 2011: Game of the Year (chan 1864010)

X-Play presents the Best of 2011 Award for Game of the Year. The nominees are Batman: Arkham City, The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim, Gears of War 3, L.A. Noire, Portal 2, Saints Row: The Third, and Super Mario 3D Land.


12/21/11--05:00: Best of 2011: Best Shooter (chan 1864010)

X-Play presents the Best of 2011 Award for Best Shooter. The nominees are Battlefield 3, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3, Gears of War 3, Rage, and Resistance 3.


12/23/11--05:00: Best of 2011: Best Action/Adventure Game (chan 1864010)

X-Play presents the Best of 2011 Award for Best Action/Adventure Game. The nominees are Batman: Arkham City, L.A. Noire, Rayman Origins, Super Mario 3D Land. and Uncharted 3: Drake's Deception.