SM Cybezone and Data Blitz' EA Arena Featuring Dead Space 2 Launch Weekend Game Break Experience

Over the weekend yours truly attended the Cyberzone and Data Bltz' Electronic Arts Arena featuring the Philippine launch of Dead Space 2 in Cyberzone, SM North Edsa. Although I already have a good idea of what to expect on Dead Space 2 being a gamer myself, nothing beats the real thing. This is why I've traveled all the way from my beloved hometown here in Cavite to have a first hand experience playing the phenomenal survival horror title, Dead Space 2.





It was a Sunday which only means one thing, no traffic. But even so, I left Cavite early to cover more stuff in the SM Cyberzone event. I arrived early and was able to try out a fifteen-minute gameplay of each EA featured games available in the event without much competition. The games include NBA Jam for the Nintendo Wii, Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit for the Sony Playstation 3, and Dead Space 2 which has its own Plystation and Xbox 360 booth. I was looking for EA Sports Active 2 but I guess it wasn't able to make the event. I was hoping to try out some Wii or Kinect motion action, but I guess the big three EA titles are more than enough.





I first tried Dead Space 2 fifteen minute game play for the Xbox 360 which was just a real big tease if you ask me. Fifteen minuet won't be enough to fully experience the sheer horrific awesomeness of a game like dead Space 2, but it is a pretty good way to convince its testers to purchase the game themselves which will eventually happen to me. First thing's first though, I need to have my hand on the original Dead Space before purchasing the second one.



I then tried out NBA Jam for the Nintendo Wii. The first minute was familiarization to the waggling controls the Wii became famous and infamous about. I am not a fan of the Wii nun-chuck controls but I have to admit that the Wii motion control slowly grows on you, thanks to the enjoyable cartoon-y presentation of NBA Jam. Playing NBA Jam reminded of a game with a similar name back in Sega Genesis days.





After getting my stamp on Dead Space (Xbox 360), NBA Jam (Wii) and all of the other games. Yes, beautiful booth babes stamps on your arm after every game play to avoid repetitive play and give opportunity to those who haven't experienced the EA Arena titles.



I then proceeded to the Dead Space 2 Playstation 3 booth and yes I just can't get enough of Dead Space. This time I take control of the fully armored Isaac as I am instructed o learns hacking machines and the stasis field skill which was frustrating because I wasn't really familiar with the controls... that is what anyone gets for picking up and playing other people's game. Last but definitely, not the least is Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit for the Playstation 3 and Windows which was visually stunning and beyond realistic... okay I am obviously exaggerating on the last one but check this out and you'll be the judge:







Fellow bloggers Jonel, Vince and Carl were also in the event to cover and experience EA games.

SM Cyberzone was jam-packed with people from all walks of life, families to gamers alike. This is the reason why the EA Arena was generally success in terms of creating awareness and buzz for SM Cyberzone has always been a perfect venue to find the latest gadgets, technology and related events.

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Cyberzone and Data Blitz Presents EA Arena Featuring Dead Space 2 Launch in SM North Edsa

SM Cyberzone together with Data Blitz will be hosting a whole day of gaming event on SM North Edsa this January 30, 2011 with EA Arena, featuring the Philippine launch of Dead Space 2. Whether your mom hates Dead Space 2 or not, it doesn't matter as you have literally a whole day (mall hours) this Sunday, January 30, 2011 to experience featured games from Electronic Arts. Try out game play trials of Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit, EA Sports Active 2, NBA Jam and the much awaited sequel of the phenomenal space survival horror Dead Space with Dead Space 2 for the Playstation 3 and the Xbox 360 on Cyberzone Citystyle (Annex) 4/f of SM City North Edsa.



Yours truly will be covering the event and I am pretty excited myself to get my hands on Dead Space 2. I haven't played the original one but that hasn't stop me from seeing how phenomenally good the first one was.Since I just got my Xbox 360 last year, I haven't tried out many classic games that was offered on the seventh generation console. Dead Space 2 is right up my alley for I am a big fan of horror films and video games. So see you tomorrow in SM North Edsa guys.

The Philippine IMAX Premier Screening of The Legend of the Guardians: The Owls of Ga'Hoole

It has been a while since I last attended events, but last night Sptember 22, 2010 I didn't missed out the opportunity to see the Philippine IMAX premier screening of Warner Bros' The Legend of the Guardians: The Owls of Ga'Hoole in SM North Edsa IMAX Theater. Here is my initial two cents and experience with one of the years best animated 3-D film, The Legend of the Guardians: The Owls of Ga'Hoole.



I have my eyes set on the Legend of the Guardians for quite some time since I first saw its teasers on youtube, and theatrical trailers later on some screenings I also attended. My expectations weren't turned down as the animated film about Owls is shot in stunning 3D. Since it was an IMAX premier, the experience was enhanced by ten folds.



I won't spoil the film for you, but let's just say that it is an easily recomendable movie for all ages. It has an epic feel to it ala Lord of the Rings, as an unlikely band of creatures travel to great distance to a escape evil, only to find themselves later becoming the heroes that will vanquish that evil. That isn't much of a give away, as it would be such a disappointed if ever they fail right? The film will bring out the laughter, the caring brother or sister, the heroism, the pride, the pains of losing someone, and the hate in you. Humor plays a great part in the film, and take it literally when I say you will be hearing owl jokes in this film. The film is stunning in 3-D as I keep telling you guys. I will make a more in-depth review about the film later on my movie review blog.

For the official trailer and synopsis. Check it out on my post at:



Legend of the Guardians - Not Just Another "Fowl" Movie

Thanks to Warner Bros. Philippines and SM Cinema for this opportunity to see one of my most anticipated 3-D movie of the year. The Legend of the Guardians is a perfect movie for everyone. The Legend of the Guardians: The Owls of Ga'Hoole will be out on all SM Cinemas by September 24, 2010. It is best experienced in 3-D, so if you have the opportunity go see it in IMAX Theaters nationwide.







Entertainment and movie bloggers at the Legend of the Guardians: The Owls of Ga'Hoole in IMAX Theater SM North Edsa/ special thanks to Azrael and Earth for the photos, and Warner Bros. Philippines for the official screenshots of the film.

Alice in Wonderland Tickets and Avatar at SM North Edsa Plus Texas Roadhouse Grill Dining Weekend

On March 4, 2010 one of the most anticipated movie of the year will be shown in theaters all around the Philippines, Alice in Wonderland. Yourstruly was invited to be one of the people to see the premiere screening of Alice in Wonderland in the Philippines this coming March 3, 2010. So here is my adventure that February 27, 2010 as I left Cavite and travel all the way to SM North Edsa to get those prestigious Alice in Wonderland Digital Cinema premiere tickets.



I left for Cavite at around 3:00 in the afternoon after a visit to my goddaughter. I arrived at SM North Edsa at around 4:00 in the afternoon. There was a small photo op booth set up in front of the IMAX Theater in the second floor of the SM North Edsa. Enthusiasts and passers-by were given the chance to take pictures with the Alice in Wonderland Cosplayers after they have subscribed and followed SM Cinema's Facebook Fan Page. For Facebook Users try following the SM Cinema's Facebook Fan page to know the latest movie screenings and more.



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The SM Cinema people handed me two premiere tickets for the March 3, 2010 Premiere of Alice in Wonderland. Shelly clarify that Alice in Wonderland will be showing at all SM Digital Theaters and at IMAX North Edsa but not in IMAX Mall of Asia. Oh well, too bad for the movie goers near SM MOA, but I guess they will make a way to screen it eventually.





I was guided inside the IMAX Theater in SM North Edsa to experience the ambiance of the prestigious and popular movie section of the mall. Lucky for me I haven't actually seen Avatar in IMAX so I took the leisure of watching it in SM North Edsa's Digital Cinema in the IMAX Theater. I can't believe that James Cameron's Avatar is still being screened at SM North Edsa Digital Cinema together with Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs. all great movie peeps!





After finishing Avatar and taking snapshots around the SM North Edsa IMAX Theater area I decided to drop by the Texas Roadhouse Grill in Ortigas Center. You can see last year's blog event here:



Pinoy Bloggers Steak Out! The Texas Roadhouse Grill Experience



This time (all alone again) I ordered Wrangler's Pork Steak, Watermelon Shake, and Mango Cream Delight. A complete meal itself, I find myself full and satisfied with these delectable Western-based cuisines:



Texas Roadhouse Grill Wrangler's Pork Steak





Finally, after that I went home to deliver the good news that I still have an extra premiere tickets. My sister immediately nabbed the tickets but too bad for her she has a work that day so my brother will accompany me on the movie premiere of Alice in Wonderland in March 3, and will be released all throughout the country by March 4 on all SM Cinemas.