Half-Minute Hero began life essentially as freeware known as 30-Second Hero originally developed by UUE. A unique take on the Japanese Role Playing Game (JRPG) formula, players had 30 seconds to beat an evil wizard and save the world from certain destruction. In 2009, the game would be adopted by Marvelous Entertainment where they would make the move from a standalone 1 MB game and add 5 other different modes.  The newly christened Half-Minute Hero would be released as an exclusive to Sony’s PSP where it would go on to win several awards from RPG focused sites. Now, two years later, Marvelous Entertainment brings Half-Minute Hero: Super Mega Neo Climax to the Xbox Live Arcade, with a fresh coat of paint, and 62 new levels. The game play is essentially the same as it was on PSP, so fans should be right at home with this version. Let’s see if this version stacks up to its new sub-title; is it really a Super Mega Neo Climax?

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Mobile technology is, quite frankly, one of the scientific advancements I am most thankful for. We are living in Star Trek (minus warp drive and sexy green women), and when I sit back and think about that, I am simply amazed at how far we have come in such a short time. Now, for the love of Trelane, science me up a new battery technology to keep my devices running longer! As I await that next leap in science, I can at least keep my mobile technology charged via alternate solutions. Read the full story

Thrilling news, Jackson fans. Ubisoft, in celebration of the launch of Michael Jackson: The Experience, is holding a sweepstakes for a special replica of Michael Jackon’s famous glove called “Experience the Glove”. All but one of these limited replicas will be worn and autographed by select artists, athletes, and celebrities before going up for auction on CharityBuzz.com, with proceeds going to various children’s charities. Read the full story

Lindsey told you about Fifa 11 in July. It was finally released earlier this week, and if you’re still on the fence, maybe these screenshots will help push you in the right direction!

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We are over half way through our One Love for Chi Blogathon fundraiser, and while we haven’t been able to constantly post on here who the winners are, now seems like the perfect time. Read the full story

Looking for some great gaming deals but you don’t get the Sunday paper? No problem! Check out below for a summary of all the weekly ads. Read the full story