Anthony Mole

Anthony Molé is just one of the many Canadian writes at Game Rant. His history with video games starts during the PSOne days, specifically his time spent with the loveable Crash Bandicoot franchise. Currently, most of Anthony's gaming habits revolve around the PS3, though he still enjoys the offerings of all platforms. Whether it be console, PC, or handheld, Anthony's always looking for the best gaming experiencers. Shooters and story driven titles are his bread and butter, though he's open to playing games in any genre. Favourite games include: Crash Bandicoot, Singularity, 3D Dot Game Heroes, Binary Domain, Yakuza 3, Metro 2033, Nier, VVVVVV, Knights of the Old Republic, Resistance and Earth Defense Force.

‘Oddworld: Stranger’s Wrath HD’ Review (Vita)

Read our ‘Oddworld: Stranger’s Wrath HD’ review to find out why Stranger’s engrossing adventure is one of the Vita’s finest titles.

by Anthony Mole | Dec 31, 2012 | 2 Comments
‘Earth Defense Force 2017: Portable’ Launches In January ‘EDF 2025′ Listed For March

D3Publisher has announced the final release date and price for ‘Earth Defense Force 2017: Portable.’ while rumors of ‘EDF 2025′s release date start to crop up.

by Anthony Mole | Dec 21, 2012 | 3 Comments
‘The War Z’ Controversy: What Hammerpoint Did Wrong, What Dean Hall Did Right

We examine how two distinctly similar games, ‘The War Z’ & ‘DayZ’ can attract two different kinds of fan reactions.

by Anthony Mole | Dec 20, 2012 | 18 Comments
Latest ‘Fuse’ & ‘Crysis 3′ Trailers Offer Slick Visuals, Exciting Gameplay

Crytek and Insomniac Games have release brand new trailers for their two latest games: ‘Crysis 3′ and ‘Fuse,’ respectively.

by Anthony Mole | Dec 20, 2012 | 6 Comments
First ‘Dark Souls 2′ Details: Gorgeous Graphics, More Content, More Death

New ‘Dark Souls 2′ details release indicating the game may not release in 2013 after all.

by Anthony Mole | Dec 17, 2012 | 4 Comments
‘Dishonored’ Dunwall City Trials DLC Review

Read our ‘Dunwall City Trials’ review to find out whether the first piece of ‘Dishonored’ DLC is a worthy expansion – or just a hollow set of challenges.

by Anthony Mole | Dec 17, 2012 | 12 Comments
‘S.T.A.L.K.E.R.’ Licence Secured By Publisher BitComposer [Updated]

Publisher BitComposer announces their acquisition of the ‘S.T.A.L.K.E.R’ game licence with more games to come.

by Anthony Mole | Dec 12, 2012 | 2 Comments
‘Hyperdimension Neptunia Victory’ Release Date Revealed

NIS America unveils the release date and limited edition for ‘Hyperdimension Neptunia Victory’. Look for it on store shelves March 2013.

by Anthony Mole | Dec 12, 2012 | 2 Comments
‘Metro: Last Light’ ‘Genesis’ Trailer & Free Copies Of ‘Metro 2033′

THQ releases a brand new trailer for ‘Metro: Last Light,’ and is also giving away copies of ‘Metro 2033′ via its Facebook page.

by Anthony Mole | Dec 11, 2012 | 5 Comments
Game Rant Asks: What Did You Think Of The 2012 Spike Video Game Awards?

We take a look at this year’s Spike Video Game Awards as our writers give their opinion on the show.

by Anthony Mole | Dec 11, 2012 | 19 Comments
‘The Last Of Us’ Pre-Order Bonuses & Box Art Revealed; Multiplayer Confirmed

Sony and Naughty Dog have confirmed that there will be multiplayer in ‘The Last of Us.’ They’ve also revealed the game’s box art and detailed its pre-order bonuses.

by Anthony Mole | Dec 10, 2012 | 11 Comments
‘Dark Souls 2′ To Be More Approachable; Fans Petition To Bring It To Wii U

Thanks to some creative changes at the top of developer From Software, the newly announced ‘Dark Souls 2′ might be taking a different gameplay direction from its 2011 predecessor.

by Anthony Mole | Dec 9, 2012 | 8 Comments
‘Crysis 3′ Release Date & Video Series Revealed Along With New Screenshots

Crytek and EA have plenty of ‘Crysis 3′ news to share, including the game’s release date, a new batch of screenshots and a partnership with filmmaker Albert Hughes!

by Anthony Mole | Dec 6, 2012 | 3 Comments
Crysis 3′s System Requirements Will Make Your Computer Quiver

Crytek reveals Crysis 3′s demanding system requirements. DirectX 11, but no Windows XP.

by Anthony Mole | Dec 3, 2012 | 4 Comments
EA Reveals ‘Dead Space 3′ Pre-order Bonuses

Pre-order ‘Dead Space 3′ for the EG-900 SMG or the Tesla Enervator. The choice is yours.

by Anthony Mole | Dec 3, 2012 | No Comments
The Game Rant Game Guide: December 2012 Edition

Check out the Game Rant’s Monthly Game Guide, listing all of the new releases for December 2012 – including ‘Far Cry 3,’ ‘Hawken’ and ‘Uncharted: Fight For Fortune.’

by Anthony Mole | Dec 3, 2012 | 8 Comments
New PS Vita Bundle, Games & Trailers: ‘Dead Or Alive Plus’, ‘Oddworld,’ & More

The next couple of months are going to be good for the Vita, with ‘Let’s Fish: Hooked On,’ ‘Rocketbirds,’ ‘Dead or Alive Plus,’ and ‘Oddworld: Stranger’s Wrath HD’ all set for release on the handheld.

by Anthony Mole | Dec 3, 2012 | 6 Comments
‘Dead Space’ Composer Scoring ‘Tomb Raider’

Crystal Dynamics is putting plenty of effort into its ‘Tomb Raider’ reboot, even hiring ‘Dead Space’ composer Jason Graves to score the game.

by Anthony Mole | Dec 2, 2012 | 5 Comments
Game Rant Asks: Does The Term ‘Game’ Discredit The Medium?

In the first ever edition of ‘Game Rant Asks,’ the GR team takes a look at whether or not the word “game” has become a detriment to the medium.

by Anthony Mole | Nov 28, 2012 | 22 Comments
PS Vita 2012 Holiday Buyers Guide

Got a PS Vita? Maybe you’re thinking of picking one up? Read our PS Vita Buyers Guide to find out which software and hardware is right for you – and which to avoid!

by Anthony Mole | Nov 27, 2012 | 1 Comment
Live Action ‘Metro: Last Light’ Trailer Introduces The Preacher

THQ has released a new live action trailer for ‘Metro: Last Light’ detailing one of the game’s many survivors – the mysterious Preacher.

by Anthony Mole | Nov 26, 2012 | 1 Comment
‘Resident Evil: Revelations’ Listed For PS3 & 360

Capcom’s 3DS title ‘Resident Evil: Revelations’ could be seeing a re-release on the PS3 and Xbox 360, if the Korean ratings boards are any indication.

by Anthony Mole | Nov 24, 2012 | 6 Comments
‘Aliens: Colonial Marines’ Trailer Wants You To Survive – At All Costs

Sega has released a brand new trailer for ‘Aliens: Colonial Marines,’ detailing the game’s multiplayer Survivor mode. Check it out right here!

by Anthony Mole | Nov 21, 2012 | 12 Comments
‘Ratchet & Clank: Full Frontal Assault’ Delayed On Vita

The Vita version of ‘Ratchet & Clank: Full Frontal Assault’ has been delayed to 2013. The game still releases on the PS3 next week.

by Anthony Mole | Nov 19, 2012 | No Comments
MAG II Wireless Magneton Induction Controller Review

All Interactive Entertainment’s MAG II gun controller promises to work with all all PS3/PC shooters but does it really work as advertised? Read our review to find out.

by Anthony Mole | Nov 19, 2012 | 7 Comments
‘Sine Mora’ & ‘Lone Survivor’ Releasing on PS3/Vita This Week; ‘DJMax Technika Tune’ In December

PC hit ‘Lone Survivor’ and the 360 shmup ‘Sine Mora’ are coming to the PS3 and Vita. Meanwhile ‘DJMax Technika Tune’ finally receives a release date.

by Anthony Mole | Nov 18, 2012 | 2 Comments
PS3 Crosses 70 Million Units Sold; Huge Black Friday Deals On PS3 and Vita

The PS3 has been quite a success for Sony, shipping over 70 million units worldwide! Still haven’t picked one up? There’s a tempting Black Friday bundle potential owners may be interested in.

by Anthony Mole | Nov 16, 2012 | 10 Comments
‘Black Ops 2′ Makes $500 Million In A Day; New Game Modes In Development

Activision has revealed that ‘Call of Duty: Black Ops 2′ made more than 500 million dollars in its first day at retail. Meanwhile, the company intends to provide further game updates in the coming months.

by Anthony Mole | Nov 16, 2012 | 22 Comments
First ‘All-Stars Battle Royale’ DLC Revealed; Brings Two New Characters

‘Gravity Rush’s Kat and ‘Starhawk’s Emmett Graves will be joining the ‘All-Stars Battle Royale’ roster as DLC. And best of all, they’ll both be free for a limited time!

by Anthony Mole | Nov 15, 2012 | 4 Comments
‘Uncharted: Golden Abyss’ Developer Working On AAA Vita Title

‘Uncharted: Golden Abyss’ and ‘Resistance: Retribution’ developer Sony Bend is working on a brand new Vita game that will push the hardware graphics capabilities.

by Anthony Mole | Nov 15, 2012 | No Comments
New ‘Fuse’ Screenshots From Insomniac Games: Exotic Guns & Locales

Insomniac Games has updated the ‘Fuse” website with twenty five brand new screenshots, showing off the game’s wide variety of environments and (of course) crazy guns.

by Anthony Mole | Nov 14, 2012 | 3 Comments
The Monthly Game Guide: November 2012 Edition

Check out the Game Rant’s Monthly Game Guide, listing all of the new releases, including Nintendo’s Wii U launch lineup, the latest Call of Duty and Halo 4.

by Anthony Mole | Nov 6, 2012 | 14 Comments
‘Ragnarok Odyssey’ Review

Read our ‘Ragnarok Odyssey’ review to find out if the game delivers a fun, quest based adventure for the PlayStation Vita.

by Anthony Mole | Nov 6, 2012 | No Comments
Pre-Order ‘Crysis 3,’ Get ‘Crysis’ For Free

Crytek and EA are giving gamers a second chance to experience the first ‘Crysis.’ A free digital copy of the game will be included with pre-orders of ‘Crysis 3.’

by Anthony Mole | Nov 1, 2012 | 5 Comments
‘Orgarhythm’ Review

Read our ‘Orgarhythm’ review to find out if developer Acquire delivered a must-play rhythm strategy game on the PS Vita.

by Anthony Mole | Oct 29, 2012 | No Comments
‘Ratchet & Clank: Full Frontal Assault’ Priced And Dated

Insomniac Games has priced and dated ‘Ratchet & Clank: Full Frontal Assault.’ The game, originally designed as a PSN title, will be available both digitally and at retail.

by Anthony Mole | Oct 26, 2012 | No Comments
‘Earth Defense Force 2017′ Release Date: Defend Your Vita This Winter

‘Earth Defense Force 2017 Portable’ is coming to North America, and even sooner than we thought. Look for it on store shelves this Winter.

by Anthony Mole | Oct 26, 2012 | 3 Comments
Wii U Selling Under Cost; System To Be In Short Supply

Nintendo’s Wii U looks to have a strong launch, with pre-orders selling out across North America and the UK. However, the system may be in short supply, and analyst Michael Pachter remains skeptical of the Wii U’s future.

by Anthony Mole | Oct 25, 2012 | 32 Comments
‘Just Dance 4′ Review

Read our ‘Just Dance 4′ review to find out if Ubisoft has successfully delivered another worthwhile follow-up in its hit dance experience franchise.

by Anthony Mole | Oct 22, 2012 | 3 Comments
‘Starhawk’ Dev Hit With Layoffs; Switching Focus To iOS Titles

‘Starhawk’ developer Lightbox Interactive has announced a round of layoffs today, with studio president Dylan Jobe revealing plans to develop for iOS.

by Anthony Mole | Oct 18, 2012 | 2 Comments
Microsoft Surface with Windows RT Pricing & Availability Details

Microsoft has revealed pricing and availability details for its upcoming Surface with Windows RT tablet. Look for it in stores by the end of October.

by Anthony Mole | Oct 17, 2012 | 8 Comments
‘Black Ops: Declassified’ Includes ‘Call of Duty: Roads to Victory’

Players who are skeptical of Nihilistic Software’s ‘Call of Duty Black Ops: Declassified’ now have more of an incentive to pick up the game, as it will include the PSP title ‘Call of Duty: Roads To Victory.’

by Anthony Mole | Oct 15, 2012 | No Comments
‘Metro: Last Light’ No Longer Shipping With Multiplayer

THQ and 4A Games have scrapped the multiplayer component of ‘Metro: Last Light.’ However, there is a chance that the mode may return at some point in the future.

by Anthony Mole | Oct 12, 2012 | 11 Comments
PlayStation Store Redesign Coming This Month, Check Out The First Images

There have rumblings of a PlayStation Store redesign for quite some time, and today Sony has finally unveiled the store’s new look. The redesigned PlayStation Store will launch throughout October.

by Anthony Mole | Oct 11, 2012 | 2 Comments
Vita Crosses 1 Million Mark In Japan; Sony Says Not To Judge Sales Until Christmas

The Vita has hit one of its first big milestones by selling one million units in Japan. Though sales for the handheld aren’t as strong as they could be, Sony says to reserve judgment until after Christmas.

by Anthony Mole | Oct 11, 2012 | 3 Comments
Here Are Six New ‘Dead Space 3′ Screenshots

Electronic Arts releases new gameplay screenshots for ‘Dead Space 3′, showcasing the graphical prowess of Visceral’s latest entry in the action-horror franchise.

by Anthony Mole | Oct 9, 2012 | 1 Comment
‘New Little King’s Story’ Review

Read our ‘New Little King’s Story’ review to find out if MarvelousAQL’s remastered Wii title is a must have experience on the PlayStation Vita.

by Anthony Mole | Oct 9, 2012 | No Comments
Video Game Storytelling Isn’t Bad, It’s Just Different

Some critics argue that video game narratives are poor, in comparison to books and movies; however, maybe video games simply offer a different kind of story experience?

by Anthony Mole | Oct 8, 2012 | 15 Comments
‘Joe Danger 2,’ ‘The Unfinished Swan,’ ‘Machinarium’ & ‘Retro City Rampage’ Hit PSN In October

Four previously announced PSN titles finally receive release dates for this month! Look for ‘Joe Danger 2,’ ‘The Unfinished Swan,’ ‘Machinarium’ and ‘Retro City Rampage’ on the PlayStation Store.

by Anthony Mole | Oct 5, 2012 | 1 Comment
‘Resistance Collection’ Coming This Winter

Sony has announced the ‘Resistance’ Collection bundling all three console games, hopefully just in time for the Chimera-hater on your holiday shopping list.

by Anthony Mole | Oct 5, 2012 | 11 Comments
The Monthly Game Guide: October 2012 Edition

Don’t know what to play this month? Then check out the Game Rant’s Monthly Game Guide, where we list all of the new releases. And don’t forget to tell us which game(s) you’re looking forward to!

by Anthony Mole | Oct 2, 2012 | 20 Comments
Sony TV Patent Lets Users Watch TV And Play Games Simultaneously

A recent Sony patent shows the future of SimulView technology, which allows multiple users to watch TV and play games simultaneously on the same television set.

by Anthony Mole | Sep 30, 2012 | 19 Comments
PlayStation Plus Memberships Nearly Doubled After E3

The PlayStation Network is doing quite well for Sony, as both digital sales and PlayStation Plus subscriptions have increased dramatically since this June’s E3.

by Anthony Mole | Sep 29, 2012 | 5 Comments
‘Earth Defense Force,’ ‘Rainbow Moon’ & ‘New Little King’s Story’ Coming To Vita

It has been revealed that both ‘Earth Defense Force 2017′ and ‘Rainbow Moon’ will release on the Vita in the coming months. Meanwhile, Konami shares some information on ‘New Little King’s Story’ for Vita.

by Anthony Mole | Sep 27, 2012 | 4 Comments
No FemShep On ‘Mass Effect Trilogy’ Box Art, BioWare Teases ‘Something Special’

FemShep won’t make an appearance on the ‘Mass Effect Trilogy’ box art. However, BioWare does have a ‘a little something special’ planned for FemShep fans.

by Anthony Mole | Sep 27, 2012 | 8 Comments
EA is ‘Proud’ to Officially Back GaymerCon

Electronic Arts has announced their official support of GaymerCon – the first gaming convention with ‘a focus on LGBT geek culture.’

by Anthony Mole | Sep 24, 2012 | 43 Comments
Why the PlayStation Vita Needs More Japanese Games

The PlayStation Vita might not be doomed, but it certainly needs more games. We think Japan may be the key to the Vita’s success – but only if Sony takes the right steps.

by Anthony Mole | Sep 24, 2012 | 4 Comments
NVIDIA: Next Console Generation Will Be The Last

NVIDIA’s Phil Eisler expresses his belief that the next console generation will be the last before digital distribution and cloud gaming takes over entirely.

by Anthony Mole | Sep 23, 2012 | 45 Comments
GameStop Puts Halt On Wii U Pre-Orders

The Wii U is already flying off the shelf – and it hasn’t even been released yet! GameStop has announced they’ve stopped taking pre-orders on Nintendo’s latest console.

by Anthony Mole | Sep 22, 2012 | 4 Comments
‘Castle Crashers’ Makes Its Way To PC Next Week

The Behemoth’s popular PSN/XBLA game ‘Castle Crashers’ is finally making its way to PC and Mac. Look for the game on Steam next week, and check out the minimum requirements right here.

by Anthony Mole | Sep 21, 2012 | 1 Comment

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