Pictures from E3 2012: Best of Booth Babes

While E3 is generally known to showcase some amazing upcoming games, it's also known to have drop dead gorgeous booth babes on display as well. This year however, there was a huge lack of booth babes. While they were still sprinkled throughout the show, you actually had to look out for them, rather than looking left, and then right, and seeing them in every direction.

With that said, here are our top pics of Booth Babes E3 2012

That outfit couldn't have been very comfortable, but at least it was damn pretty to look at.

She likes the whips and chains, or as I was led to believe by her costume.

We like free shirts! Even better when hot girls in uniforms shoot them out of a T-Shirt cannon!

Peripherals? Yes!

These Wushu girls might just kick your ass with their martial arts skills, or you know, it could all just be for show.

Oh PlanetSide 2 girl, I'd let you shoot me through the heart any day.

She was on a search for Dragon Balls, hope she found 'em!

Ubisoft girls were simple and effective, and honestly they had the best games to show off, so kudos!

Live long and prosper, does anything else need to be said?

These girls energized the crowd with their...energy drinks.

As usual, the lovely Jessica Nigri could be found parading in front of the Lollipop Chainsaw booth.

These ladies want to show you their dark side, or wait, was it Darksiders 2?

A celebration of Street Fighter and a celebration of booth babes.

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Photos from E3 2012: Day 3

E3 was a blast and we love bringing you guys all of the news and previews from this weeks events!

Andrew gets his power loader face on!

Master Chief makes an appearance for his fans!

The rally club brought to you by Focus ST.

Nothing better than seeing Master Chief taking center stage again.

Matt meets with Stephanie from Focus Home Interactive and sees their awesome new line-up of games.

The GameZone guys get a hands on of the new Epic Mickey 2 game.

Matt and Lance try their hand at some Epic Mickey Co-op.

Mike loves cute bears!

Far Cry 3 had a good showing at E3 2012!

Everyone makes their final rounds at E3, getting a last glimpse next years hot games.

Stay tuned for GameZone's E3 wrap-up and find out who we thought won and lost at E3 2012.

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Fire Emblem: Awakening set for US release

Nintendo of America boss Reggie Fils-Aime has confirmed a North American release for Fire Emblem: Awakening for 3DS.

The game is already out in Japan and has experienced strong sales. Recent domain registrations previously hinted that the game was coming to the US, but now it's official.

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[Kotaku]

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Project Happiness is coming for 3DS and mobile

Natsume revealed a teaser trailer for Project Happiness this week at E3.

Project Happiness (working title) is an upcoming sim for 3DS and mobile that puts players in charge of an ever-expanding store. Harvest Moon creator Yasuhiro Wada is working on the title.

Pokemon illustrator Atsuko Nishida is designing the game’s characters, and Nobuo Uematsu is composing its soundtrack.

The announcement originates from E3 Daily magazine and now appears publicly on Natsume's Facebook page.

Natsume is celebrating the 50th anniversary of Harvest Moon this year.

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[Siliconera]

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New Mario Tennis game promises some serious racketeering

Longtime gamers will know that Mario Tennis for the Gameboy Color was the best Mario sports title ever released, and honest-to-god Tennis RPG adventure, letting players advance their character in rank and skill by competing various tennis challenges. That's why we're hoping some of those same elements make it into this latest portable iteration: Mario Tennis Open. If it's just another sports title with Mario characters... well, we might pass. Then again, our 3DS library is feeling kind of lonely, maybe some solid multiplayer would be worth the price?

Check out the trailer and let us know what you think!

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EA details 'revolutionary' changes for FIFA 13

Electronic Arts today unveiled five "game-changing" innovations coming to this year's highly anticipated FIFA 13.

“We are perfecting the best sports game in the world with innovations that capture all the drama and unpredictability of real-world football,” said David Rutter, Executive Producer for FIFA 13. “These are game-changing innovations that will revolutionize our artificial intelligence, dribbling, ball control and collisions to create a true battle for possession across the entire pitch, and deliver freedom and creativity in attack.”

Leading these sophisticated artificial intelligence changes include an all-new Attacking Intelligence.  This enables players to "analyze space, work harder and smarter to break down defenses".  The ability to create, curve, or alter runs to capitalize on openings, make runs that pull defenders out of position to open passing channels, and better position yourself for new opportunities will now all be possible in FIFA 13.

EA also claims to have the "most comprehensive and intuitive dribbling system ever created"in FIFA 13 thanks to a new Complete Dribbling feature that enables you to face your opponent and use precise dribble touches combined with true 360 degree mobility with the ball.  Players will change direction quicker, are more explosive accelerating with the ball, and are more effective shielding defenders for the longer stretch.

FIFA 13 1st Touch Control will transform the way you control the ball, eliminating near-perfect touch for every player on the pitch, and creating variety and uncertainty around ball control.  Factors such as defensive pressure, trajectory of the ball, and velocity of the pass now impact a player’s first touch, creating more opportunities for defenders to win back possession.

FIFA 13 will also introduce the second generation of the impressive Player Impact Engine.  It expands physical play from just collisions to off-the-ball battles between players.  Defenders push and pull for position, and use their size and strength to win possession or force opponents into poor touches and decisions before the ball arrives.

FIFA 13 Tactical Free Kicks provides the tools to create dangerous and unpredictable free kicks utilizing the most skillful players on the pitch. Position up to three attacking players over the ball and utilize dummy runs and more passing options to create elaborate free kicks. Opponents can counter by adding or subtracting players to the wall, creeping the wall forward, or sending a bullet man to intercept the pass or block the shot.

Other features include:

FIFA 13 will be available this Fall for PS3, Xbox 360, PS Vita, Wii, PC, Nintendo 3DS, iOS devices, and PSP, along with other mobile devices.

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Activision's Battleship video game available today

As much as I'm not looking forward to this film, the Battleship video game from Activision is available today, and it actually looks pretty entertaining.

Taking a hybrid approach, Battleship combines military strategy and fast-paced first-person action gaming as you take control for a powerful naval fleet.  Trapped in a "dome" of alien-terror, its up to you to commandeer real-world naval vessels against alien invaders across across land, sea, and air in this re-envisioned version of Battleship.

"With numerous gaming platforms available today, it is important to showcase Battleship on many different levels," added Mark Blecher, Senior Vice President and General Manager of Digital Media and Marketing at Hasbro.  "The new Battleship is the perfect medley that both strategic and action-junkie gamers will fall in love with."

"Working with the legendary Battleship property, and the new epic action-adventure from Universal Pictures, we felt it was important to capture some of the cinematic drama while allowing players to experience the action from a unique perspective," said Activision Publishing's David Oxford, . "We want both movie-goers and gamers of all ages to dive into an all new, fun Battleship experience."

In Battleship for PS3 and Xbox 360, you will play as Cole Mathis, a first class Navy Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technician.  Using killer-combat instincts you must utilize an arsenal of weapons and deploy air strikes and radar sweeps to dominate the battlefield.

In the Wii, Nintendo 3DS, and DS versions, you control a wide variety of naval units in a turn-based combat system with a team of specialized commanders.  different play modes to choose from, including Story and quick-battle Skirmish, players will unlock new maps, units, and leaders to turn the tide of battle.

Will you be getting this game?

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New Heroes of Ruin trailer shows off multiplayer

If you've been looking for the next killer app for Nintendo 3DS, check out Heroes of Ruin from Square-Enix. Like a bite-sized MMO, this RPG lets teams of four rampage through dungeons, collecting up valuable loot and striking down monstrous bosses. Could be an awesome time, though you'll want to round up some friends to take advantage of the multiplayer capabilities!

Game info: Heroes of Ruin is an action/adventure which pushes social and online interaction to the forefront of play. Either alone or through four-player drop-in/drop-out multiplayer with voice chat, players can explore a dangerous world packed with fearsome creatures and routes that change every time you play. Heroes can trade rare and powerful items through an in-game shop which has an inventory updated through StreetPass. Connect the 3DS console online and fresh daily challenges allow you to earn rewards as you play.

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Sonic the Hedgehog 4 returns with Episode II trailer

Sonic the Hedgehog 4: Episode I was met with a varied reception, with many longtime fans griping about some of the physics changes. Thankfully, Sega has worked hard to appease fans with Episode II, which promises all new physics and even faster Sonic action than before. Also cool is the fact that owners of Episode I and II will unlock the exclusive "Episode Metal," four special stages featuring the evil "Metal Sonic." Will you be checking out this multiplatform release?

Game info: The Sonic 4 Saga continues in Episode II with the return of a beloved side kick and fan-favorite villains!

Following the events of Episode I, Metal Sonic has returned to form an alliance with Dr. Eggman! To face this new evil, Sonic will have to call upon an old friend to help him save the day! Now joined by Tails, race across four new Zones and take down fearsome new badniks with deadly combination moves in order to put an end to this dastardly duo’s plans!

Experience the Sonic 4 saga as never before with the addition of a brand new engine; bringing you gameplay with updated physics and zones in stunning HD graphics! Also new to Episode II is the addition of online/local collaborative play where players can team up with a friend to take control of Sonic and Tails as they battle against Dr. Eggman!

BONUS! Owners of both Episode I & Episode II will unlock Episode Metal! Play as Sonic’s greatest rival in this exclusive zone and experience the untold story behind Metal Sonic’s revival!

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New Kingdom Hearts 3DS trailer shows... Jeff Bridges?!

Seems as though Square-Enix is really running out of ideas for their Kingdom Hearts series. I mean, it's one thing to pull from The Hunchback of Notre Dame, a movie nobody lies. But to have Jeff Bridges from Tron interacting with bright-eyed anime characters? We're confused.

Check out the nonsense in the above trailer. What do you think?

Game info: The new game’s spectacular story promises to be a fun backdrop to the colorful cast of Disney characters making their 3-D debut on a handheld title. In addition to new worlds, KINGDOM HEARTS 3D [Dream Drop Distance] will feature never-before-seen gameplay elements for the series.

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Rayman Origins coming to Nintendo 3DS

Fifteen years after the first launch of Rayman, this title brings back many of the classic characters, revived in their original 2D form, as well as a whole new world of characters and environments. Check it out!

Game info: Michel Ancel, celebrated creator of Rayman®, Beyond Good & Evil® and the Raving Rabbids® returns to his roots to bring us Rayman® Origins: an all-new 4-player co-op comic adventure set in a lush, 2D world, teeming with unexpected secrets and outlandish enemies.

When the Glade of Dreams is overrun by "nefurrious" Darktoons, the Fairy Council hastily invokes Rayman to save the day; but the hero of light isn't quite all there…To help him, Rayman teams up with his best friend, Globox, and two crafty wizards, the Teensies. Together, the world's most hilarious team of heroes will need to restore peace to the Glade or watch as their beloved home vanishes like a bad dream...

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Take to the court with Mario Tennis Open

In Mario Tennis Open, players can take on the role of fan-favorite characters such as Mario, Luigi, Princess Peach and Bowser, or play as their own personalized Mii character. Choosing between the Nintendo 3DS system’s intuitive touch-screen controls or traditional button controls, they can dive into action-packed tennis matches in single-player mode or invite others to join in the fun using a local wireless or Wi-Fi Internet connection. With each victory, players accumulate coins that can be redeemed for virtual items like rackets, sneakers and tennis uniforms, which not only enhance the appearance of their Mii character but also boost their stats on the court

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Mario Tennis Open teases 'Yoshi Chase'

Mario Tennis Open is being celebrated by 3DS gamers around the globe, though all will be trying their hardest to discover all the Yoshi characters hidden in the game. Luckily, this isn't some simple pallate swap. These characters all have a unique play style, meaning players will definitely want to hunt them all down.

Have you found any Yoshi yet? How did you get them?

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Hitman: Absolution headlines 'powerful' Square Enix E3 2012 lineup

Square Enix has announced the titles that will be showcased during what they are calling a "powerful and diverse" E3 2012 lineup.

Leading the lineup will be Hitman: Absolution which follows Agent 47 as he tackles the most dangerous contract to date.  Undercover action thriller Sleeping Dogs will also be present along with Kim Swfit's new puzzler Quantum Conundrum.  The full lineup of PC and console titles that will be shown off include:

"At this year's E3, Square Enix will have one of the most comprehensive and diverse portfolios of titles available in its history," said Yoichi Wada, president and representative director of Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd. "Our mission is to entertain and engage a wide range of consumers with the best possible interactive experiences."

"From fantasy worlds filled with some of the industry's most identifiable characters to innovative, original content, the lineup from Square Enix at this year's E3 is one of the strongest in the industry," said Mike Fischer, president and chief executive officer of Square Enix, Inc.

Square Enix's E3 lineup will also feature a robust mobile lineup featuring a number of innovative titles that include:

We'll be sure to give you our impressions of all of these games live from E3 next week.

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'Major' Sonic & All-stars Racing Transformed announcement coming at E3

SEGA will be making a "major announcement" at E3 next week for their upcoming title Sonic & All-Stars Racing Transformed, the company announced today.

For those who haven't heard of the game, Sonic & All-Stars Racing Transformed is a new racing experience featuring Sonic the Hedgehog and the rest of the SEGA cast.  Players will race across land, air, and water in vehicles that fully transform from cars to plants to boats.

We don't have any idea what the announcement will be, but we are excited to find out next week at E3.  All we know right now is that there will be a "large reveal", so your guess is as good as ours.  Maybe they will announce it as a Wii U title as well?

Sonic & All-Stars Racing Transformed is currently set to launch in late 2012 on Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, PlayStation Vita, Nintendo 3DS, and PC.

What do you think/want the announcement to be?

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Kingdom Hearts 3D [Dream Drop Distance] boasts impressive lineup of voice talent

Star Trek star Leonard Nimoy (Spock) will be reprising his role as Master Xehanort in upcoming game Kingdom Hearts 3D [Dream Drop Distance], Square Enix announced.  Xehanort is the main antagonist of the Kingdom Hearts series and archenemy of Sora and Riku.

Joining Nimoy will be The Sixth Sense child star Haley Joel Osment who is returning to play Sora, the games main protagonist, to complete the Mark of Mastery exam and become a true Keyblade Master.

In addition to those two, Kingdom Hearts 3D [Dream Drop Distance] boasts an impressive lineup of supporting characters that includes Hayden Panetierre as Xion, Jesse McCartney as Roxas and Ventus, Quinton Flyn as Axel/Lea, and David Gallagher as Riku.

Kingdom Hearts 3D [Dream Drop Distance] sees Sora and Riku enter the Sleeping Worlds to complete the Mark of Mastery exam.  In the game they will encounter new enemies and make new friends in worlds never set foot in as they journey to become true Keyblade Masters.  Kingdom Hearts 3D [Dream Drop Distance] will be available on Nintendo 3DS for $39.99.  The "Mark of Mastery" Collector's Edition is available for $59.99.

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Nintendo highlights Kid Icarus multiplayer strategies in new trailer

In Kid Icarus: Uprising, Pit must defend himself against the dark goddess Medusa and her malevolent Underworld Army. With help from Palutena, goddess of light and guardian of the human race, he battles enemies in the air and on the ground as each chapter is divided into Air Battle and Land Battle stages. Players can enhance the action with a nearly unlimited arsenal of collectible weapons, from Bows to Cannons to Claws, each with their own unique characteristics and play style. Players can also fuse weapons together, resulting in a single weapon that takes on some of the characteristics of the original two.

Point is, all of this makes for a very addictive multiplayer experience. Best your opponents with this video's tips, as provided by Nintendo's top players. Good luck!

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Paper Mario: Sticker Star due out this holiday season

Nintendo has confirmed Paper Mario: Sticker Star for 3DS.

The game boasts a "simple but strategic new element" — stickers. Players can pull them off the scenery and use them as commands in battle. A shoe sticker tramples an enemy, while a hammer stick whacks them.

Sticker Star also contains new secrets and hidden items.

The game will land on 3DS in both retail and digital editions this holiday season.

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Luigi's Mansion: Dark Moon on Nintendo 3DS

Today at Nintendo's E3 press conference, Luigi's Mansion: Dark Moon was confirmed for the 3DS. The game will utilize what the 3DS has to offerby being rendered in 3D and using the motion technology of the handheld.

This time Luigi will be traveling through multiple mansions, each with specific missions. Players from the original Luigi's Mansion will find the game slightly more difficult this time around due to new puzzles and a heavy emphasis on ghost-catching. Luigi's Mansion: Dark Moon will show off new types of ghosts that require special strategies to beat and capture.

Expect to see Luigi's Mansion: Dark Moon available this holiday season for the 3DS.

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Photos from E3 2012: Day 1

Day 1 did not disappoint us and the GameZone crew is working hard to bring you all of the coverage from E3 2012. Here are some photos from our Day 1 walkthrough.

Shigeru Miyamoto starts off the Nintendo Press Conference at E3.

Fan Favorite Reggie Fils-Aime talks about all of Nintendo's new lineup.

Super Mario U is going to be an awesome twist on the old game for the new Wii U.

Show favorite ZombieU is taking the zombie market to a new level with its innovative play style.

Call of Duty Black Ops 2 kept things hush hush at their revel at E3.

Activision does nothing less than big here at E3.

Square Enix booth draws a crowd.

Star Trek fans wait to see the new game and hopefully get a play through.

Spec Ops The Line has a creative way to show their game and has a ton of people talking about it.

Borderlands 2...enough said!

Get your Alien on with some Colonial Marines Cos Players.

Madden '13 lines were packed with sports fans flocking to see their new favorite players and graphics.

Hitman Booth shows its true colors.

Players get to play some Hitman at the booth as well.

Tomb Raider is also a fan favorite also here at E3.

Bethesda shows off Elder Scrolls online behind closed doors.

Resident Evil had some "unique" marketing strategies during the show.

Don't Forget to follow us on Twitter @gamezoneonline for all E3 news, previews and updates!

Stay tuned for GameZone's Booth babe gallery and see which one of your favorites makes the cut.

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