Amazon and Rockstar are teaming up

Rockstar and Amazon are teaming up for something completely new. Now during gameplay you can que up a list of songs to download on your computer through Amazon.com's MP3 store.

It's not a bad idea. As the line between games and the real world becomes skewed by increasingly complex technology these types of crossovers are simply the next evolution in games.

Some people will say that this degrades the immersing experience but it is executed nicely. When you hear a song you like in the game you just dial a number and it will text the artist and song name to you, or if you sign up for it, e-mail a direct link at amazon's store.

I would probably be more leery about this if it weren't for the fact that this deal was with Amazon's store. I have found their prices and quality to be far better than other services of the like. And the fact that the music is DRM free is all the better.

Fake Leaked GTA IV Starting Cinematic on the interwebs

1up released an alleged GTA IV startup cinematic today. It's very deep throaty (the informant not the porn) with a grainy disembodied hand putting a "GTA IV" disc into a PS3. The video runs about two and a half minutes but only a few seconds are actually given to the opening cinematic.

This one's more than likely a fake, and 1up has the trailer as well as some really good reasons why it is a fake here 1UP.

While I agree that it is an obvious fake, it's still pretty cool to watch. Coming from the standpoint of someone eagerly awaiting this title it's fun to see this type of thing done. It helps build up the hype even more.

The games official website has also been updated with even more goodies.
GTA IV Official Site

Green Lantern to have a Cameo in Upcoming GTA IV

Okay, so it's not the guy with the ring. Rockstar, however; has announced that
DJ Green Lantern will have his very own station in the upcoming GTA IV game.

Lantern will be creating all new tracks exclusive for the game.

Considering the free form nature of the game I see no problem with this. The more radio stations in the game the better. I personally haven't heard any of his works but if you don't like it another station is just a click away.