New Nintendo HD Console to be Unveiled at E3 2011?

Well, well, well, Nintendo. Seems like you have something up your sleeve, eh? Today, Game Informer reported that many sources have been confirming that Nintendo may be unveiling a new console at the "Superbowl of Videogames," otherwise known as E3 2011 in June. Many of the anonymous sources that Game Informer has spoken to said that this new HD console maybe even more powerful than the Xbox 360 and Playstation 3, or at least up there in terms of graphics.

Another source has been confirming that Nintendo has been showcasing the new console to developers already to get some appeal and possibly development kits for developers.

"[It's] not a gimmick like the Wii," says another source, which also leads to more speculation if whether or not developers will definitely take advantage of this new system.

With E3 just 2 months away, it's hard to not think about this when small leaks like this happen, I mean look at how the Nintendo 3DS info started spreading and then came along E3; it was real!

Hitman 5 Reveal to be at E3 2011

Ladies and Gentlemen, that right there is your first teaser for the long-rumored and anticipated sequel in the Hitman franchise. Over at IO Interactive's Hitman forums, the community manager had kicked off and ARG (Alternate Reality Game) for a bit of viral marketing. With many clues and other images uploaded, such as part of the script, barcodes from the infamous Agent 47, the final piece ended up being this picture. Not much has been said since the ARG wrapped-up, except the fact that the game will officially be unveiled on the first day of E3 2011.

For more of IO Interactive's ARG for this tease, check out the official Hitman forums or look at NeoGaf's investigation into this mini-announcement

RUMOR: NGP (PSP2) to release in 2012 and priced at $299.99?

Ever since the Tokyo Sony Press Event that happened a few days ago, all of us were blown away by the NGP's (PSP2) system specs, the features, and how pretty damn good games look like on it, but we were never given a price for Sony upcoming handheld. Although, there's always going to be someone who will always get ahead of the game.

From a reliable source, GameStop has the NGP listed in their upcoming games/systems at a $299.99 pricepoint. This makes the NGP $50 more expensive compared to the Nintendo 3DS! What really adds to it is the fact that's even dated for a 2012 release. Like most retailers out there with unnannounced release dates for consoles and games, there's always a "placeholder" release date so that pre-orders can begin. Some of these release dates are almost factual, but only time can tell, especially since the "Super Bowl of Videogames", otherwise known as E3 2011, is just months away.

In my opinion, I was expecting a $249.99 price tag, just like the Nintendo 3DS to compete with it and also the fact that Sony and retailers have been trying to phase out the unsuccessful PSP Go in order to continue selling the PSP-3000.

Is $299.99 too much or just about right? Throw in your opinions!

PSP2 to be as Powerful as PS3

According to a report from trade site MCV Sony has been telling "Licensees" that the PSP2 will be as powerful as the PS3.

These are big claims that fit in line with Sony's strategy for a new (and still unannounced) handheld device which is "It is specifically requesting richer, more in-depth content to differentiate its device from app-centric Apple and Android devices." The Playstation Phone comes to mind.

The report also mentions that while downloads will play a large role in the handhelds game library, retail games will stay around to help ensure that the handheld has longevity, so no more PSP go situation. There are also talks of some type of phone being included, much like the PSP's current ability to use Skype.

The first announcement of the PSP2 is expected to be January 27th with having subsequent details revealed at GDC and E3.

Now keep in mind, the PSP2 probably won't actually be as powerful as the PS3, but on the smaller screen it's very possible that it could seem like it. We'll be sure to keep you up to date on further announcements.