Generally, the first rule when it comes to rescuing hostages is ‘don’t let everybody get horribly done in.’ But sadly, this proves too much of a stumbling block for many game heroes. Be it accidentally killing geriatrics with a killer virus or letting the damsel in distress get crushed by a cow, the following rescue missions all get botched. Spectacularly. &# ... » Read More

8 May 2009

TalkRadar 50 – all about YOU

360 Feature | Far Cry 2

The Topics Top 7… gut-wrenching choices – or, as Charlie admits, the Top 7… decisions. Motion controls are coming to Xbox 360 – first avatars, now motion silliness. Could a handheld MicroBoy be far behind? Punch-Out!! exclusive boxer reveals – see, GamesRadar gets cool exclusives too. More shitty Spider-Man audio – from the Sega CD game we vow to reference once every four podcasts. And more!!!!!! ... » Read More

29 Apr 2009

Far Cry 2 Fortune’s Pack - review

360 Feature | Far Cry 2

You get three new weapons, two new vehicles and five new multiplayer maps in Fortune’s Pack. The best news is that Far Cry 2’s famously explodey action sequences are now augmented by an explosive-launching crossbow that packs more of a punch than the in-game rocket launcher. ... » Read More

25 Mar 2009

100 reasons fanboys hate shooters

360 Feature | Far Cry 2

Cue the banjo! It wouldn’t be the Week of Hate without our trademark “100 Reasons” videos. In case you missed it, last year we targeted game platforms. So this year we thought we’d change it up and go after a few popular genres. Up first, the ubiquitous shooter. ... » Read More

18 Feb 2009

These games are not what you think they are

360 Feature | Far Cry 2

Why Sonic isn't a platformer and Final Fantasy isn't an RPG at all. ... » Read More

12 Feb 2009

Bizarre size screw-ups in games

360 Feature | Far Cry 2

It must be a tough job being a videogame artist. Tight deadlines, long hours, trying to replicate intricate concept art within strict technological limitations... and of course those pesky laws of real life. You see, for some reason people have this crazy notion that cars are smaller than houses. Yeah, what's all that about? We say to hell with it - these games certainly did ... » Read More

10 Feb 2009

Far Cry 2: Epic chain reaction of explosive doom

360 Feature | Far Cry 2

A Domino Rally of pyromania, crafted by Radar in FC2's level editor. ... » Read More

24 Oct 2008

TalkRadar 24 - too many games!

360 Feature | Far Cry 2

We all know that 24 is the highest number, so therefore this must be biggest, best, super bestest podcast of all time. We’ll let you decide whether or not math is capable of lying so’s we can focus on talking about Far Cry 2, Midnight Club: LA, Tetris Party, Castlevania and the billion other games out this week.Plus a very special appearance by our “E” rated reviewer and compromising tales of us effing up ... » Read More

23 Sep 2008

Play 2008's hottest games early!

360 Feature | Far Cry 2

The biggest UK gaming event this year is just days away ... » Read More

28 May 2008

Far Cry 2: Exclusive dev team interview

360 Feature | Far Cry 2

Far Cry 2 dazzled eyes and blew minds when it was unveiled at the Leipzig Games Convention last year, and its blend of open world gameplay, stunning visuals and exciting new environmental mechanics have made it one to watch intently ever since. Read on, as we interview Producer Louis-Pierre Pharand, Tech Director Dominic Guay and Creative Director Clint Hocking about why Africa is going to be the place to be later this year. ... » Read More

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