Innex’s RapidShot Heckler & Koch MP5 Wii Gun: First ESRB-Rated Peripheral

For those of you who still think that HALO is something that hovers over an angel, allow me to translate. The Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB) is “a non-profit, self-regulatory body that independently assigns ratings, enforces advertising guidelines, and helps ensure responsible online privacy practices for the interactive entertainment software industry.” In other words, they’re a self-anointed videogame industry watchdog designed to keep government regulators at bay. Innex Innovative Accessories makes videogame peripherals such as headphones with built-in microphones, controllers, golf clubs and guns. Strangely, the five weapons they sell aren’t listed in the “browse by type” menu. So . . .

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Hunters: Get Ready for Simulated Randomized Animal Spawn Points

Griffin Technology is already hyping its new game “Bass Pro Shops: The Hunt.” According to the press release, “players will explore ten diverse North American hunting locations. Each map features unique animals, dangerous animal encounters, randomized animal spawn points and mini-games. Players will be able to take down their prey using a variety of different … Read more