The lock-down and ratings revocation came after a lengthy investigation by the ESRB, which was spurred by the discovery of an explicit sex mini-game hidden in the free-roaming, genre-shifting super hit by Rockstar.

Using a mod for the PC version of the game or an Action Replay device for the console version, gamers were able to unlock the Hot Coffee mini-game which allowed them to use a controller or keyboard to have sex with a girlfriend after a date.

In making the decision, ESRB head Patricia Vance said the existence of Hot Coffee can’t help but undermine the credibility of her organization.

After a thorough investigation, we have concluded that sexually explicit material exists in a fully rendered, unmodified form on the final discs of all three platform versions of the game (i.e., PC CD-ROM, Xbox and PS2).

However, the material was programmed by Rockstar to be inaccessible to the player and they have stated that it was never intended to be made accessible.

The material can only be accessed by downloading a software patch, created by an independent third party without Rockstar’s permission, which is now freely available on the internet and through console accessories.

Considering the existence of the undisclosed and highly pertinent content on the final discs, compounded by the broad distribution of the third party modification, the credibility and utility of the initial ESRB rating has been seriously undermined.

The news came about 4 p.m. New York time, within minutes of the closing of the stock market, delaying the immediate financial impact on Rockstar’s parent company, Take-Two.

Rockstar initially denied creating the content on the disc in a carefully worded statement that read in part:

In violation of the software user agreement, hackers created the “hot coffee” modification by disassembling and then combining, recompiling and altering the game’s source code.

Reached for comment Wednesday, Rockstar spokesman Rodney Walker called the decision a new challenge for the industry and digital entertainment in general.

Rockstar has offered retailers the option of either re-stickering existing inventory with an AO (Adults Only 18+) rating, or exchanging all unsold inventory for new versions of the game that has the hidden content removed and the original M rating intact.

The developer will also be making a downloadable patch available to all consumers who have previously purchased the PC version of the game, which will make the modification that unlocks the material inoperable.

The decision could have a sweeping impact on the industry as a whole. The decision forces the ESRB to consider Easter eggs, hidden content and perhaps even the ability to mod a game in rating future games.

It also could lead to a crack-down by the industry on the modding community, forcing game developers to spend more time making their games mod and crack proof lest they be held responsible for some future modification of their game.

I was going to do an article about Republic Commando three but sadly they don’t sell the game here, and I can’t impost it at the moment. And just judging the game by an demo? But like I said, it just doesn’t come near the real thing.

But even playing and finding the demo is drag. And sometime or another your hands are just itching to swing a lightsaber at something. Yes, I know, it must be a real pathetic existence to live without the thrill of good games. Which is so in my case.

So, for those beginners and people who just need some good entertainment, why not ROMs? I mean if you have GameBoy, it proofs to be some use, especially on a plane.

And then yes, of course there are emulators, the perfect thing to entertain your self. Funny for gamers, a tad speck of thrill for the normal people that doesn’t spent their day in front of their pc. So, here is a nice review from me to those who simply love their ROMs.

S.W. Trilogy – Apprentice of the Force {Fourth Episode)

Hmm, since the last three episodes were made first it happened the same with the ROMs. The graphics isn’t that great. The coloring is plain with just the basic outline.

I enjoyed the game play overall. The commands was simple yet effective. It seems they concentrated more on the game play then graphics. You start as Luke Skywalker as a mere padawan. You play through the story line as you advance onto levels you advance on your force powers. The ending was a bit of is disappointment to me. Its too abrupt and I found my self-growing bored with the level. Even the fight with Darth Vader was a breeze…

Mark out of ten: 7

Star Wars Episode III: Revenge of The Sith

The graphics was good, better then Apprentice of the force. You had a lot more freedom and ground to cover. You can choose between Obi Wan Kenobi or Anakin. Guess whom I took? Anyway it follows the same storyline as the movie, though the battle scenes are much longer. I didn’t like it so much though. The controls didn’t have the reflexivity as Apprentice of the force. It was also by the fact how they drew characters faces when they talked. They spoiled his attitude and character a lot, especially with his graphics of his face. It didn’t make sense to me. The game was rather a bit of a disappointment to me.

Mark out of ten: 6

1: There will only be two sides to this battle: The Galactic Empire, and the Rebel Alliance.

2: Empire at War will have a “persistent universe”, meaning you’re in control of the galaxy, and you shape it throughout the game. Also your troops stay with you for the entire game, until you lose them.

3: There will be over 40 planets to fight on, a bunch of units, heroes, etc, to choose from, and battles in space or land.

4: Empire at War will have an “open sandbox” style of play. That means there is no set mission line (ex: Mission 1, Mission 2, etc.) and you don’t have to finish all mission before beating the game.

5: The hero’s in the game will have different abilities, and they might affect your other troops or might help your economy, if stationed on a certain planets or in a space battle. Each hero contributes differently, and you can pick if you even want to use one in battle

My personal thoughts on this game are that it’s going to rock and I’m going to go buy it as soon as I can. If you look at the graphics and what the combat system is looking to be like, it’s going to be a great RTS game. I’m still a Galactic Battlegrounds player, so I like RTS games, but I think this game will attract other players.

Also EVERYONE that reads this article should check out the videos for this game, you will be in awe, I sure was. Please click here for the video.

Maybe with this game we can finally eradicate the rebel scum once and for all!