Musings from the Void - Weekly Update 21/01/2010

Transformers - The first details for the next Transformers movie have been released by Michael Bay. He confirms that the next instalment in the franchise will feature "less robots" and "fewer explosions". Instead "there will be a nice crescendo ending... this time you're gonna get a much cooler landscape". Although vague, perhaps the 'cooler landscape' will involve a visit to Transformers home world Cybertron? We can only hope!

Mass Effect 2 - The game has not been released yet but developers BioWare (Star Wars: Knights of the old Republic) have already confirmed their initital plans for Downloadable Content (DLC) for the Xbox exclusive space-opera. Those who purchase the title will receive access to 'The Cerberus Network', a method for receiving news and software updates, as well as episodic content. Although specific confirmation of what will be available for download at launch (rumours include new armour, weapons and planets) has not been provided, it has been confirmed that it will be free. The first review for Mass Effect 2 has been published in Official Xbox Magazine who awarded a respectable 95/100 score.

Halo Reach - The first leaked screenshots have emerged for Halo Reach and they look stunning. New weapons, new(ish) aliens, and even look out for one of the new 'context sensitive' finishing moves whereby Chief is about to smash an Elite in the back! Click here for the full set.

The Office - Speaking to the Television Press Association last week, Office star Ricky Gervais spoke a little about the American Office spin-off and how he might actually become more involved in the show next season. Although nothing concrete has been confirmed, this could be the first time David Brent will meet his American equivalent Michael Scott.

PlayStation 3 - According to TheSixthAxis.com Sony 's equivalent of the Wii Remote will be released fall 2010 along with an extensive launch line-up. The Ann Summers inspired controller represents Sony's attempt on the casual gaming market and will utilise the EyeToy camera for tracking. Although various romoured names for the product (Arc, Wand), Sony are still refering to the hardware as "motion controller" with nothing concrete as yet.

Assasins Creed 2 - The first 2 DLC packs have been confirmed for Assaisns Creed 2. These are the "Battle of Forli" and "The Bonfire of the Vanities", and will be avalible to both Xbox 360 and PS3 during January/February.

and finally.....

Xbox 360 - Microsoft have confirmed their A-list line up for 2010. The usual suspects including Halo Reach, Alan Wake, Crackdown 2 are all their as well as some new releases for the year. For the full list see Planet Xbox.