New Releases 8/15-8/21: Kane, Lynch, and Lara Edition

Although The term, “dog days” is frequently used to describe a duration of exceedingly warm temperatures, it also refers to a period marked by a lack of new development. Appropriately, the sequel to 2007’s Kane and Lynch: Dead Men has adopted the moniker, accurately described the shortage of new titles on store shelves. Come September 1st, the summer drought looks to come to an abrupt end, as players will be showered with diversions which range from Metroid: Other M, Valkyria Chronicles 2, and Ace Combat: Joint Assault.

360
Kane & Lynch 2: Dog Days
Lara Croft and the Guardian of Light

PS3
Kane & Lynch 2: Dog Days

Wii
Gold’s Gym Dance Workout

DS
Deer Drive

PSP
Ys Seven

PC
Kane & Lynch 2: Dog Days

DesertEagle’s Pick: At E3, one of the concealed inequalities of the industry became undeniably apparent. In a secluded corner far past the sweeping, bombastic booths of the largest publishers, sat Y’s Seven. My fifteen minute demo with the action/RPG left me with a feeling of excitement that the heavy hitters often strived for, but rarely achieved. I’ll be charging my PSP in anticipation of this 40 hour epic.

SeanNOLA’s Pick: The Ys series has been the very definition of hit-or-miss: half of thegames have been quite fun, while the other half have been somewherebetween the “meh” and “bleh.” I was pretty impressed with what I saw at E3, but as I wasn’t allowed to actually touch the PSP that was runningit, I’ll reserve judgement until I get my hands on a copy. However, Idid get a chance to try Lara Croft, and will emphatically give it myweekly pick. Hunter: the Reckoning style running, gunning andpuzzle-solving?  Yes, please!