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Pikmin 3 from Nintendo

If you saw the beginning of Nintendo's E3 2012 press conference in Los Angeles, CA, it may have been obvious that the first presenter was all about  just having fun.

The creator of game franchises such as Mario, Donkey Kong and The Legend of Zelda exuded fun when he appeared on stage at E3.  This is in reference to none other than Shigeru Miyamoto who has been called the Stephen Spielberg as well as the Walt Disney of video games.  

Super Mario Bros.

When questioned about the proliferation of guns and other violence in video games, Miyamoto's response was he finds its difficult to see how the younger generation can intereact with each other and play games like that.

On the topic of competition, rather than seeing companies combating against each other, he stated he would like companies to show the world how to have fun.  With over three decades and counting in the video game industry and with the WII U being the talk of E3, looks like Shigeru Miyamoto has shown that he knows how to not only bring on the fun, but how to have fun himself in the world of video games.

        Nintendo E3 2012 Press Conference

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With the astounding success of the initial Transformers: Fall of Cybertron, the follow-up video game has some big shoes to fill. If  video game trailers, extensive gameplays, and sneak previews are indications, this video game plans to live up to its expectations. 

The latest additions to Transformers: Fall of Cyertron 2 are new character bios for Starscream and Cliffjumper.

Scene from Transformers: Fall of Cybertron 2

Starscream is described as being ambitious --  In fact Starscream sold valuable intel in order to usurp his Decepticon master and take  control of Cybertron himself.

Transformers:  Fall of Cybertron 2

Cliffjumper's bio states that he is fearless and brash.  His favorite weapons are his fists.

Transformers: Fall of Cybertron 2 will have a T for Teen rating and will be  playable on the Xbox 360 and PS3.  The release date is August 28, 2012.

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Lara Croft in Tomb Raider

Tomb Raider appeared to have taken a back seat when compared to some of the other video games that wowed gamers and others at E3.  

Tomb Raider has Lara Croft using a bow and arrow as her choice of weapons

A change that is being applauded is the use of a bow and arrow during gameplay.  Some gamers are saying they are looking forward to Tomb Raider due to this new action feature.

However, Tomb Raider is not without controversy given some of the actions shown in its Crossroads video game trailer.

Specifically, there are some suggestive scenes that may lead one to think that Lara Croft is defending herself against one of the most atrocious, violent acts against women.  Towards that end, Darrell Gallagher of Crystal Dynamics released the following statement:

"Sexual assault of any kind is categorically not a theme that we cover in this game."

Video game makers should know that imagination is a big part of video games on the part of the developers as well as the gamers.  It shows a measure of gross irresponsibility when even the slightest hint on this crime is shown in any video game.

If this crime is not the intent, then why show actions that could be construed as such.

Instead of simply making a statement, which more than likely will spur even more rumors, it would be in the best interest of Crystal Dynamics to remove this portion of the content from the game completely -- not as a censorship move, but as a way to show its social responsibility. Lara Croft  of Tomb Raider is a  fearless, adventurous heroine, and should be depicted as such -- without any inference, (regardless of how slight) of this crime in the video game. 

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Top 5 Video Games at E3 2012

Everyone who experienced E3 held in Los Angeles, CA either online or in person probably walked away with their own assessment of their top 5 video games.  If your top 5 video games do not appear in the list below, do not fret or doubt your choices.  It is very likely that at least one of your favorite new video games appears in the list below.

Without further ado, here are the top 5 video games at E3 2012 in order -- from top to bottom.

1.  Watch Dogs by Ubisoft

Watch Dogs seemed to come out from nowhere and made a big splash at E3 2012.  The enticing storyline, coupled with character powers that did not include bloody encounters (at least not on the demo) was a welcome change.  The idea of data being enemies instead of help mates was intriguing in and of itself.

You as the player controls Aiden Pearce, who can navigate data as he pursues his target.  The question asked during the E3 demo was : Who controls the computer?

2.  Assassin's Creed III holds the number two spot.  With video games seeming to follow similar, sometimes predictable premises, one that goes a different route deserves a second look.  Assassin's Creed III takes us back to the colonial era.  With the future of the world hanging in the balance, you should take your gameplay in Assassin's Creed very seriously.

3. Beyond:  Two Souls is in the number three spot.  You may be seeing a pattern here.  Games with storylines that use imagination and creativity are taking the top spots.  Beyond: 2 Souls video game continues this trend with the main character being one who has special telekinetic powers.

Star Wars 1313

4. Coming in  fourth is Star Wars 1313.  In a creative twist, you will play the bounty hunters.  To top it off, this game will be the first mature rated Star Wars which is a change within and of itself. 

Far Cry 3

5.  Last but not least -- In the number 5 spot is Far Cry 3 which caused a buzz at E3 due to the painted female in the opening segment of the video game.  You will be able to explore many different worlds in Far Cry 3, as well as enjoy the gameplay.

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