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Halo Reach gets two (expensive) special editions
Bungie is going all out for Halo Reach, and making sure fans of Halo have plenty of options when they go to pick up the latest entry in the series. In addition to the standard, $59.99 version of Halo Reach that will be out September 1, 2010, there will also be $79.99 limited and $149.99 legendary editions. They may seem expensive, but when you see what’s included you may think they’re worth it.
The Halo Reach Limited Edition comes with some interesting memorabilia for collectors. There’s the game, naturally, as well as an artifact bag with Dr. Halsey’s journal. It gives unique insight into not only Halo Reach, but all of the Halo games. Buyers also get Elite armor they can use in the Halo Reach multiplayer mode and an ONI black box to hold everything.
The Legendary Edition of Halo Reach comes with everything from the Limited Edition, and more. There’s a Flaming Spartan helmet you can equip in the multiplayer mode to make your character look extra awesome and a McFarlane Toys 10 inch, 10lb Halo Reach Noble Team diorama to make your home look extra awesome. Everything is packed into a UNSC box…
Kobe Bryant stars in NBA 2K10, now with more realistic jaw jutting
Los Angeles Lakers’ star and 2009 NBA Finals’ MVP Kobe Bryant is the cover boy for Take-Two’s NBA 2K10. In a recent interview with the Los Angeles Times, he makes a pretty effective pitchman as well.
Bryant told the LA Times this latest incarnation of digital basketball is so realistic it’s “like practicing without getting hurt.” The superstar comes from a family of gamers as he said his father, uncle, sister and six of his cousins all played the NES classic Double Dribble back in the day. That game had no NBA license and players with virtually no distinctive characteristics. These days, designers can make incredible replicas of our favorite athletes and Bryant’s game representation reflects his unique mannerisms. The virtual Bryant even juts his jaw out during crunch time the same way the real All-Star guard does.
McFarlane Toys offer Guitar Hero items, Halo redemption points
McFarlane Toys is releasing a series of figures and replicas based on the wildly popular music game Guitar Hero. Now in stores is a group of “mini-guitars” that allow you to mix and match heads, necks and bodies to create your own custom guitar. They’re sold as singles and duets with a total of 12 body styles and paint variations. Each tiny little axe has its own custom stand, too. They retail for from $6-8 and are available at stores like Gamestop and Toys R’ Us.
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