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] [Posted by Bjorn on Friday, March 31 2006 @ 16:25 CET]Hearts of Iron 2 stand-alone expansion is ready!
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Paradox Interactive, a leading publisher and developer of critically acclaimed strategy titles, announced today that the latest addition to their award-winning strategy portfolio, Hearts of Iron 2: Doomsday, has gone gold.
"Hearts of Iron 2: Doomsday is our answer to the call from a demanding Hearts of Iron 2 audience" says Fredrik W. Lindgren, Director of Publishing at Paradox Interactive. "Not only does this game include cool new features, scenarios and a great scenario editor; we have also included quality content to the box that makes the USD/EUR 19.99 price point a no-brainer to all strategy gamers."
Hearts of Iron 2: Doomsday will be available worldwide starting next week.
The international shipping dates are April 4 for North America and April 7 for most other markets.
Championship Manager 2006 releases today
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Developed by London based Beautiful Game Studios (BGS), the all-new 2006 version offers a wide range of innovative new features and is the most realistic version to date, with Player data given a complete overhaul. It's the only game on the market for PC to contain signings from the January transfer window!
Containing innovative new features, such as the revolutionary Gameplan engine which gives you 3D TV aspects providing the most exciting match day coverage available, Simulated World – So you can keep track of other competitions and leagues that exist in the game, tracking potential new signings, and greater manager/player interaction for speaking to disgruntled players.
Also featured are accurate fitness regimes devised by Mervyn Day, first team coach at Charlton Athletic, a much more realistic transfer system where clubs will haggle over players, parallel match processing to study your opposition's current form before you face them (all whilst the game progresses) and the ability to choose a wealthy Club Benefactor for an instant cash injection - but be warned, with more money comes more demands and a greater need for immediate success.
Championship Manager 2006 allows you to manage your club to glory, dealing with everything from tactics and training to transfers - everything you would expect a real-life football manager to do without owning a sheepskin coat.
For regular information and updates visit http://www.championshipmanager.com
New Far Cry games hit the shelves
[Category :] [Posted by Bjorn on Friday, March 31 2006 @ 16:10 CET]
Today Ubisoft, one of the world's largest video game publishers, announced that Far Cry Instincts Predator for the Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and Far Cry Instincts Evolution for the Xbox video game and entertainment system from Microsoft are available in stores today.
Far Cry Instincts Evolution for Xbox introduces players to an entirely new story, and new characters and game features that reflect and improve upon the critically acclaimed elements of the first title.
Far Cry Instincts Predator for Xbox 360 features both Far Cry Instincts Evolution and an enhanced version of the original Far Cry Instincts game. Both games are rated 16+ and have retail price of £49.99 for Far Cry Instincts Predator and £19.99 for Far Cry Instincts Evolution.
"Ubisoft is building on the critically acclaimed Far Cry Instincts brand with the addition of a stellar new adventure that fans of the franchise have been eagerly awaiting for," said John Parkes, EMEA marketing director, Ubisoft. "With an action-packed single-player campaign and an array of addictive multiplayer modes, combined with the highest graphical quality available on current and next-generation consoles, Far Cry Instincts Predator for Xbox 360 and Far Cry Instincts Evolution for Xbox further exemplify why Far Cry is one of the hottest franchises available to the Xbox audience."
Animal Crossing: Wild World launches today for DS
[Category :] [Posted by Bjorn on Friday, March 31 2006 @ 12:34 CET]
Today people across Europe will be settling down to enjoy a second life as Animal Crossing: Wild World launches across Europe. Japanese sales of Animal Crossing: Wild World have rocketed past the 2 million mark, continuing the success of the Nintendo DS and reaffirming Nintendo's position as leader in the handheld market. From the makers of Nintendogs, which itself has sold approximately 6 million units worldwide, Animal Crossing: Wild World utilises Nintendo's newly launched Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection service, allowing Nintendo DS users to play each other across the globe.
Animal Crossing: Wild World, offers gamers entertainment without restrictions as they are given the freedom to live the life of a new resident in the world of Animal Crossing. Players must explore their new town, take part in daily chores and make friends with their animal neighbours, all of which is set in real time using the Nintendo DS's internal clock. The touch screen provides a new level of interaction within the game, such as hand writing letters and designing complex patterns for clothes.
One of the key features of Animal Crossing: Wild World on the Nintendo DS is the multiplayer gameplay, this makes use of Nintendo's Wi-Fi Connection service, which already has over 1 million unique users worldwide since it launched in November 2005. Players can travel to friends' towns via the Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection or Wireless Multi Card Play providing the opportunity to meet new characters and exchange rare items. Building friendships while visiting can also entice a creature to move to the player's town. These two multiplayer modes give players the flexibility to choose how and with whom they play Animal Crossing: Wild World.
This 'feel-good' title seems to have inspired dedicated gamers around the world as Animal Crossing websites and online communities have sprung up across the globe, paying homage to the world of Animal Crossing.
Animal Crossing: Wild World is available across Europe on the Nintendo DS from 31st March 2006 for the estimated retail price of around €40.
Mario & Luigi 2: Partners In Time review for DS online
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Jurgen, one of our house reviewers has done a new review of the new Mario & Luigi adventure game, featuring, yes baby Mario & Luigi too!
It's basically a sequel to the excellent "Mario & Luigi: Superstars Saga" so we're very surprised if this sequel, for the Nintendo DS can offer the same solid gameplay and fun like the previous title.
The only thing to find out is to read our review of "Mario & Luigi 2: Partners in Time" right here.
All Metal Slug games soon on ONE PSP UMD!
[Category :] [Posted by Bjorn on Thursday, March 30 2006 @ 12:30 CET]
SNK PLAYMORE USA CORPORATION, the US publishing arm of the SNK PLAYMORE CORPORATION, announced today that in celebration of the 10th Anniversary of their classic arcade franchise, METAL SLUG, they will be releasing the greatest array of METAL SLUG titles ever assembled for the PSP system in fall 2006.
The METAL SLUG COLLECTION will feature six great METAL SLUG titles from the past on one UMD. Included in the collection will be METAL SLUG, METAL SLUG 2, METAL SLUG X, METAL SLUG 3, METAL SLUG 4, and METAL SLUG 5.
The METAL SLUG COLLECTION will be perfect translations of the arcade classics and feature Wireless support for intense two-player action.
Evolution GT demo goes LIVE
[Category :] [Posted by Bjorn on Thursday, March 30 2006 @ 11:52 CET]
The fast growing publisher Black Bean today announced that the official demo for the highly anticipated racing title Evolution GT will be unleashed on the internet today.
The title fuses an immensely detailed physics and handling engine with the ability to modify your driver's skills and equipment. With impressive graphics, fantastic AI and a real sense of speed Evolution GT is sure to cross the finish line in first place.
You can download the demo from http://www.evolutiongt.com and http://www.blackbeangames.com now!
Evolution GT launches across Europe at the end of April 2006.
More info on the upcoming Sensible Soccer
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Codemasters have revealed more info on their upcoming, based on the old retro game, "Sensible Soccer".
Here are the goods:
350+ clubs! 5,500+ players! 50 competition cups! Friendlies! DIY Competitions! Introducing Custom Team game mode with 45 trophy matches!
With breathtakingly fast gameplay, where every fraction of a second matters, Sensible Soccer gives you 360-degree control over every move you make. And you're going to need it when the ultimate kickabout returns to PlayStation 2, Xbox and PC this June.
When it all kicks off, Sensi will come complete a whole host of game modes that will have you and your mates staying up half the night perfecting exquisite 30-yarders. The 50 different competitions include World and European Cup events, plus leagues and cups from all the top European nations.
For instant play, there are Friendlies and DIY Competitions allowing the creation of limitless variations of cups, leagues & tournaments for up to 64 players! All Sensi's modes support multiplayer games for up to 4 players, including, for console players, 2-player co-operative teams.
There's also the Custom Team game mode, designed to offer the most comprehensive single-player football gaming experience ever. Create, play and upgrade four of your own custom teams. Name them, design their kit to your own taste, even show your style by decking out your lads in classy "Union Jack" shorts and then choose their style of play – aggressive, workhorse, flair or attacking wide boys.
By winning any of the 45 trophy matches, you'll unlock more game features, including new pitch types, such as muddy, and match balls, plus unique player features such as fancy silver boots and the footballer's favourite – the infamous mullet hairstyle!
Sensible Soccer is set to feature over 350 International and European club teams providing over 5,500 players from around the world, each individually skilled and with their own unique and stylised look. Squads are made up from 16 players with 12 different tactical formations to choose from.
With insane speed, spectacular goals with loads of after-touch, gripping and addictive gameplay and a zoomed out camera for the best view of the pitch – it's all in the return of Sensible Soccer, coming to PlayStation 2, Xbox and PC this June.
Zboard The Battle of Middle-Earth II keyset available
[Category :] [Posted by Bjorn on Tuesday, March 28 2006 @ 16:57 CET]
Ideazon Inc. today announced its new custom Keyset, designed specifically for Electronic Arts highly-anticipated The Lord of the Rings, The Battle for Middle-earthTM II, PC title that shipped to North American retailers on February 28th, 2006.
Ideazon, designer and developer of the Zboard, the world's first keyboard designed for PC gamers, has partnered with EA to bring gamers a custom keyset that will dramatically enhance the The Lord of the Rings,The Battle for Middle-earth II playing experience. Ideazon's The Lord of the Rings, The Battle for Middle-earth II keyset lets players explore the strategic depths of this strategy game using a customized control layout.
"Whenever we talk to Zboard owners, they tell us that they can get into game strategy faster with a Limited Edition Keyset," says Chris Rathgeber, President of Ideazon Inc. "We've worked closely with EA to create the The Lord of the Rings,The Battle for Middle-earth II Keyset for Zboard and we know gamers will love it."
The Lord of the Rings,The Battle for Middle-earth II keyset shortens the learning curve allowing the gamer to play the game rather than focusing on memorizing game commands.
Desperate Housewives game for PC ?
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Buena Vista Games today announced it will publish Desperate Housewives, a lifestyle simulation PC game based on the top-rated, Golden Globe-winning ABC-TV series, produced by Touchstone Television. In the Desperate Housewives game, players take on the role of a new housewife who moves into Wisteria Lane and unlocks the delicious scandals hidden in the seemingly "perfect" neighborhood.
"Buena Vista Games is proud to partner with ABC Entertainment and Touchstone Television to bring the popular 'Desperate Housewives' franchise to fans and gamers," said Graham Hopper, senior vice president and general manager, Buena Vista Games. "This game allows players to move to Wisteria Lane and live all the gossip, drama and intrigue of a true desperate housewife."
Brenda Strong will reprise her familiar role from the "Desperate Housewives" series as the voice of deceased housewife Mary Alice Young, who serves as the show's omniscient narrator in each episode.
Developed by Liquid Entertainment, creators of the critically acclaimed PC game Dragonshard, Desperate Housewives is scheduled to hit retail shelves this fall.
The PC game is the latest extension of the successful global Desperate Housewives franchise, joining a recently announced fragrance launching this fall, a best-selling Season 1 DVD, a board game, a high end line of apparel, a Desperate Housewives online store, mobile ringtones, graphics, personalized application, and an upcoming cookbook.
4HEAD Studios announces next-gen game Beowulf
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4HEAD Studios, the game development house behind the acclaimed The Guild series, have joined forces with 3D-IO to work on the next-generation console game Beowulf.
Beowulf is a AAA video game that is currently under development by a joint venture of leading European entertainment software companies. In addition to
4HEAD (www.4head.de), the initiative is comprised of art and animation studio 3D-IO (www.3d-io.com) and other partners. Tobias Severin, CEO at 4HEAD Studios, is enthusiastic about the project: "We are thrilled to be providing our experience and workforce to this amazing new title. Our workflow and toolchain have been tailored specifically for large-scale productions such as this, and our team has proven that it can deliver great action adventure game experiences. We look forward to bringing the Beowulf franchise to next-generation gaming platforms."
Igor Posavec, Art Director at 3D-IO, is convinced of the synergy effects that the collaboration yields: "3D-IO is renowned for its unique artistic style, and is specialized on delivering stunning 3D graphics of the highest quality. Partnering with 4HEAD allows our own tech department to focus on nextgeneration visual effects and graphics. This partnership is an ideal match of skills and will allow us to significantly boost the overall production output, and thus the scale and appeal of the game."
Gustaf Stechmann, Producer and Creative Director of Beowulf, is equally positive about the partnership: "Beowulf is an exceptionally strong license and has the potential to make quite a splash on next-generation platforms. With 4HEAD and 3D-IO, we have brought two of the most talented teams in the industry together, in order to develop this game to its maximum potential."
Beowulf is a combat-driven action adventure game set in the realms of nordic mythology. It tells the story of a daring hero, Beowulf, and his adventures in the times of the early viking age. The innovative new fighting system and the exceptional story and characters make this game a must-have for action
adventure enthusiasts. Beowulf is currently being offered for publishing. The game's website at www.beowulfgame.com offers a host of material and background information.
Joytech announces Racing wheel for Xbox 360
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JOYTECH Europe Ltd., a wholly owned subsidiary of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. and leading designer and manufacturer of third party video game accessories, announced today the Nitro Racing Wheel, designed specifically for Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft.
Officially licensed from Microsoft, the Nitro Racing Wheel delivers the definitive Xbox 360 driving experience through a host of advanced features and precision engineering. The Dual Bearing Management System gives gamers pixel-perfect steering for all Xbox 360 driving titles. This dynamic system provides robust, highly realistic steering, mimicking the genuine driving sensation with greater accuracy than ever before. The In-Built Digital Display and Analog LED Throttle Indicator provide players with continuous performance data and the integrated Digital Stopwatch allows gamers to monitor and perfect their lap time performance.
Intent on delivering the most authentic racing wheel possible, the Nitro Racing Wheel provides a wealth of control options to integrate with the most demanding of next generation software. Additional features include the Sequential Gear Stick and F1-style Butterfly Paddles for quick access to gear changes, full rubber Wheel Head that provides a comfortable grip at all times and a non-slip, centrally-pivoted Pedal Set that delivers accurate and comfortable control. Completing the experience, the high intensity Dual Vibration Feedback thrusts players into the heart of the action and delivers every smash, jump and crash with thrilling results.
Built with Xbox Live® online game service in mind, the Nitro Racing Wheel also features an Integrated Headset-Port and illuminated Xbox Guide Button for instant access to the Xbox 360 Dashboard.
The JOYTECH Nitro Racing Wheel for Xbox 360 is available now for a suggested retail price of £59.99.
GRAW for Xbox 360 is coming soon to PlayDevil
[Category :] [Posted by Bjorn on Monday, March 27 2006 @ 14:50 CET]
For those people who have been sending us e-mails with the question if we would review 'Ghost Recon Advanced Warfighter" for Xbox 360, the answer is "HELL YEAH".
Publisher Ubisoft has some problems with stock at this moment and can't supply a xbox 360 sample to every press member.
But Product Manager Gregory from Ubisoft assured us that as soon as the samples hit their office, they'll send one out.
So, let's hope it won't take too long since we all know ... it's a hell of a game!
Crime Stories website goes live!
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The Adventure Company announced today the launch of the website for Crime Stories, its investigative thriller now available in retail stores across North America. Junior detectives and adventure gamers alike will be able to find character information, screenshots, artwork and much more at http://www.crimestories-game.com.
Play as the brilliant detective Martin Mystère as you investigate the brutal murder of the highly reputed scientist, Professor Eulemberg. What fascinating discovery had the professor uncovered and why is he now dead? Travel from the busy New York streets to ancient Mayan ruins as you investigate this murder.
Xpand Rally Goes Gold
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Topware Interactive set to ship updated version of critically acclaimed racing title to the US market.
Features :
- Over 70 races in 5 diverse scenarios
- Over 35 sports cars in 8 divisions
- Over 80 tuning parts for all cars
- Authoring tools for editing tracks and importing cars
- Free style maps
- Time attack tracks
Far Cry Instincts Predator and Evolution has gone GOLD!
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Ubisoft, one of the world’s largest video game publishers, today announces that Far Cry Instincts Predator and Far Cry Instincts Evolution are now gold and will be on store shelves across Europe from March 30, 2006.
Far Cry Instincts Evolution will be available for the Xbox at the manufacturer's suggested retail price of € 29,99 and you should expect to see Far Cry Instincts Predator exclusively on store shelves for the Xbox 360 video game system for
€ 64,99.
Far Cry Instincts Evolution introduces the player to an entirely new story, characters and game features that reflect and improve upon the critically-acclaimed elements of the Xbox first title.
As a special bonus, the Xbox 360 version, (Far Cry Instincts Predator), features both Far Cry Instincts Evolution and the original Far Cry Instincts game, released in Fall 2005. Offering the kind of lush and deep natural environment true to the brand, Far Cry Instincts Predator will definitely captivate gamers with its graphical reality and gameplay enhancements.
More news on Revolution from Nintendo's President
[Category :] [Posted by Bjorn on Friday, March 24 2006 @ 18:08 CET]
Nintendo President Satoru Iwata today challenged a crowd of game developers to think differently and take a fresh approach to the creation of video games. During his keynote address at the Game Developers Conference in San Jose, Calif., Iwata said Nintendo will provide developers with the tools they need to disrupt the traditional methods of game creation, much as the company already has.
These tools include the controller for Nintendo's next home console (code-named Revolution), which lets users control the action on their television screens through the motion of the controller itself. The controller lets game developers create new kinds of gaming experiences, ones that enhance the experience for hard-core gamers while making video games more accessible and less intimidating to novices. The new forms of innovative software that can be created by any size developer will be made available for download via Revolution's Virtual Console service.
Iwata also announced partnerships with Sega and Hudson to offer downloadable access to their classic games via Revolution's Virtual Console. Revolution owners will be able to relive their past gaming glories from the Sega Genesis console by playing a "best of" selection from more than 1,000 Genesis titles, as well as games sold for the TurboGrafx console (a system jointly developed by NEC and Hudson). These games join Revolution's access to 20 years of fan-favorite Nintendo games from the NES®, Super NES® and Nintendo® 64 eras.
Iwata also revealed for the first time that a new game called The Legend of Zelda®: Phantom Hourglass would be released for Nintendo DS later this year.
Sony Adds Live Update #21 To EverQuest II
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Live Update #21 for EverQuest II has just been moved onto game servers.
This latest enhancement to the hugely popular online role-playing game includes a special in-game reward for owners of the recently released expansion pack Kingdom of Sky, increased experience for high level players combat upgrades for select classes, and new merchant items in Norrath.
In appreciation for purchasing the Kingdom of Sky expansion pack, players will receive bonus veteran reward time of ninety (90) days on their Account Age, which is used to determine which set of unique and entertaining abilities the player will receive. There are also new items available from the merchants of Norrath for players under level 20 and over level 50. Experience points for quests in the 60-70 level range has been increased, and level 70 adventurers will now earn Achievement experience points at an improved rate.
For players that like taking down their enemies from a distance, the auto-attack feature for bows and projectile has been enhanced to match the damage done by melee auto-attacks. EverQuest II fans will also see improvements to the Achievement system, PvP and Combat as well.
SEGA supports Revolution with MegaDrive games
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SEGA Europe Ltd. & SEGA of America, Inc. today announced that they will be providing SEGA titles as part of the Virtual Console system for Nintendo's new generation console Nintendo Revolution.
"SEGA continues to develop innovative ways to showcase its new generation leadership," says Naoya Tsurumi, Chief Executive Officer, SEGA of America, Inc. and SEGA Europe, Ltd. "SEGA's support of the Virtual Console system will introduce more gamers to classic MEGA DRIVE hits and reinvigorate many of our popular brands."
Nintendo's Virtual Console will allow Revolution owners to download and play classic NES, SNES and MEGA DRIVE games through the Revolution network. With a game library of more than 1,000 titles for the MEGA DRIVE, SEGA is planning to provide a "best of" selection for gamers, enabling them to relive their favourite titles.
Championship Manager 2006 soon for your PSP
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Eidos, one of the world's leading publishers and developers of entertainment software, today confirms the next instalment of Championship Manager 2006 on Sony PSP, will be released on April 7th, 2006.
Developed by Gusto Games, Championship Manager 2006 is a completely up to date version of the fully portable football management simulation, with all of the latest transfers straight from the January 2006 transfer window.
Ray Livingston, Brand Manager said; "This is the perfect football fix for fans, we're coming to the end of another fantastic season and there's a gap before the World Cup begins. What better way to spend your time then on the biggest football management simulation on the PSP."
Championship Manager 2006 on Sony PSP features 55 playable leagues across the top 12 footballing nations, a realistic 2D match engine and Quick and Challenge modes. There are now improved manager options to influence your team tactics, 25,000 players and a fully interactive transfer system with up to date January 2006 transfer data.
For a full list of the feature highlights in Championship Manager 2006 on Sony PSP please visit www.championshipmanager.com
Daxter's back in his own PSP Adventure
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Sony Computer Entertainment Europe (SCEE) is pleased to announce the Spring 2006 release of Daxter on the PSP. After years of standing in Jak's shadow, Daxter gets his turn in the spotlight as he stars in his very own game.
Brought to you by Ready At Dawn Studios' Daxter is tailor-made for the PSP, capturing all the fun, style, great gameplay and wit of previous Jak and Daxter titles.
The story takes us back to the events that led to the start of Jak II. Jak has been imprisoned in Haven city jail, Daxter now on his own in an unfamiliar position, quickly realises that being small and furry won't help his chances of survival and it is time to get tough!
Daxter takes on a job as a pest exterminator to help stamp out a mysterious bug infestation, this new job allows Daxter freedom to roam across Haven City collecting information that could lead to the release of his incarcerated friend. However Daxter soon discovers that he'll get a little more excitement from his job than he originally bargained for!
Being a pest exterminator is hard work and a work shy Ottsell can't be expected to wipe out an entire infestation without conserving energy with some well timed naps can he?! As Daxter takes time off his bug squashing duties he invites you into his dreams where he is the hero in several playable movie themed mini games.
Daxter also features cross platform compatibility with Jak X on PlayStation 2, allowing gamers who own both titles to unlock new content. With over 17 levels and 13 minutes of hilarious cut scenes, this title is guaranteed to take gamers on a classic platform adventure.
Official GTR 2 website launched!
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Developer Simbin Development Team and Publisher 10TACLE STUDIOS are today officially disclosing information on their upcoming racing simulation "GTR 2 – FIA GT Racing Game" on their new product homepage www.gtr-game.com. Until the release in the summer of 2006, news, pictures and also some surprises will be provided on a regular basis on this website. This abridges the time till it will be possible for the gamer to drive these powerful GT sports cars himself.
Moreover, numerous screenshots and the first official video impressively underline the graphic quality of this exceptional racing simulation and this will once more make the expectations rise. With its dynamic day, night and weather changes, extensive game modes and events, "GTR 2" has the ambition of following in the footsteps of its two predecessors and become the best in its genre. In doing so, the sensation of speed experienced with the HP-beasts is even more immersive, thanks to the improved driving model.
Major League Baseball 2K6 For Xbox And PS2 Has Gone Gold!
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Major League Baseball 2K6 for the Xbox® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and the PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system, the latest in the popular Major League Baseball 2K video game series, has gone gold and is set to hit store shelves on April 11. Major League Baseball 2K6 showcases standard-setting features, stunning graphics, unparalleled gameplay and online play.
As the exclusive and only officially licensed Major League Baseball video game to appear on every major gaming console, Major League Baseball 2K6 brings baseball to life with a slew of exciting features. The new Swing StickTM swinging mechanic, Payoff PitchingTM, a revolutionary new pitching system, AI-driven Inside EdgeTM technology, Pure Motion Physics, World Baseball Classic Mode, new catcher mechanics, and an all-star commentary lineup featuring Jon Miller and Joe Morgan, among other features all contribute to the realism and authenticity of the game.
Major League Baseball 2K6 also includes a motivationally-charged and diverse mix of music tracks from artists such as Stephen Malkmus, Pavement, Belle & Sebastian, Mogwai and Guided By Voices.
Major League Baseball 2K6 with these features and more will be available on April 11, 2006 for the Xbox and PS2!
New Call Of Duty 2 update available on Live!
[Category :] [Posted by Bjorn on Wednesday, March 22 2006 @ 17:30 CET]
Fans of the award-winning, blockbuster hit, Call of Duty 2, will be locked and loaded with today's Title Update for Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft.
Developed by Infinity Ward and published by Activision, Inc. the Title Update offers significant enhancements, including improved multiplayer performance, the ability to reserve friend slots in private game lobbies, post-game lobbies so friends can play longer, configurable host options and more.
The Xbox 360 update will be automatically applied the next time users log into Xbox Live with Call of Duty 2.
For fans of Call of Duty 2 for Windows PC, Infinity Ward and Activision have also revealed new details surrounding the upcoming release of a highly-anticipated update, which will include the previously announced PunkBuster anti-cheat technology, as well as two new multiplayer maps: Rhine and the longtime community favorite Harbor, from the original Call of Duty.
Just Cause Confirmed for Xbox 360
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Eidos Interactive, one of the world's leading publishers and developers of entertainment software, confirms today that Just Cause will be published on Xbox 360TM, the next-generation video game and entertainment system from Microsoft®, to add to the existing PC, Xbox® and PS2 versions and will be released in autumn 2006.
An undercover agent is sent in to overthrow a corrupt government on an idyllic tropical island, by using whatever means necessary. As you parachute down through the clouds, high above the islands of San Esperito and admire the archipelago view, begins.
Pushing the capabilities of any console, Just Cause is set on an unprecedented scale in terms of missions and size. The massive world will take the average gamer over 40 minutes to cross, from one end of the island to the other, and that's without being distracted by one of the 300+ missions you could choose to accept along the way.
Christofer Sundberg, Founder and Creative Director of Just Cause developer Avalanche Studios said, "We are proud that Just Cause will be available on Xbox 360 as well as current generation platforms. Our aim has always been to deliver a next-gen experience and with the power of Xbox 360 you are going to see something really special."
Just Cause will be available on Xbox 360, Xbox, PlayStation 2 and PC from autumn 2006.
World Tour Soccer 2 announced for PSP
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Following the success of the first season of World Tour Soccer on the PS, Sony Computer Entertainment Europe is delighted to announce the launch of World Tour Soccer 2 (WTS2) in June 2006 – a whole new style of football for a new style of console.
If the World Cup is the place to see the best skills on the planet then WTS2 is the place to play football the way we can only dream of - where looking good and playing with style are more important than winning! Designed exclusively for PSP, WTS2 is a showboat of quick points-based game modes, each offering something unique and challenging, and all offering fast paced accessible gaming – perfect for showing off your natural talent in all the different modes.
This 'beautiful' game offers two core progression structures: World Tour and Medal Mode, with the aim being to win challenges on each of major footballing continents against increasingly stronger teams, in doing so unlocking new teams, game modes and and All Star teams.
WTS2 features 11 game modes which all encourage you to play football in different styles; the classic challenge which featured in the first version gives you points for perfect passes and scorching shoots, the all rounder where bringing in teammates to the game is key; time attack where you gain points against the clock; checkpoint where you are tested on your distribution skills; and finally shot clock where your eye for goal is tested in a race against time.
Other key features include a brand new visual style, further game modes available for download after purchase, Wi-Fi (four players) and Infrastructure (two player) support, eight new stadiums and 71 International teams.
Sennheiser develops headsets for gamers
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Sennheiser Communications understands that when it comes to gaming only the best will do. That's why it has developed its latest range of pioneering headsets guaranteed to keep you ahead of the game.
With cutting edge technology and a whopping three-dimensional, 360 degree sound, gamers can enjoy an unparalleled sound experience and the competitive advantage to stay that one move ahead.
With features such as noise cancelling, robust microphones delivering high speech intelligibility and voice recognition and high power stereo headphones for prolonged use, you'll soon see why only bad gamers blame their tools!
And that's not all! Additional features also include in-line volume control so you can control game intensity and an ultra comfortable ergonomic design guaranteed to keep you looking and playing at your best.
What's more, Sennheiser Communications' PC gaming range is also compatible with CD, DVD and MP3 players and is perfect for Internet telephony use.
Irion Warriors going GOLD
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Publisher Black Bean today announced that the tank simulation Iron Warriors: T72 Tank Command has gone gold. The title fuses an immensely detailed physics and ballistics engine with the ability to man multiple stations within your T72 as well as command a whole platoon of other vehicles and infantry.
The scalable realism in Iron Warriors makes it a simulation that is accessible by all gamers. From more arcade style control of just the weapons system to total simulation choosing your ammunition type and setting target ranges.
Iron Warriors: T72 Tank Command really hits the target out of the box and with regular updates and exclusive content downloads for registered users this is the tank simulation that just keeps on rolling!
Iron Warriors: T72 Tank Command launches across Europe at the end of March 2006.
Astropop and Feeding Frenzy for Xbox 360 Live Arcade
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PopCap Games, the leading developer and publisher of casual games for for digital entertainment platforms, today announced that its hit PC and mobile games Astropop and Feeding Frenzy are now available for download via the Xbox Live Arcade area of Xbox Live the online service of the new Xbox 360 console.
Astropop and Feeding Frenzy join Bejeweled 2 and Zuma as the PopCap titles currently available on Live Arcade. Bejeweled 2 and Zuma have consistently ranked among the top five games in the Live Arcade lineup.
CSI: 3 Dimensions of Murder announced
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Take a journey inside the criminal mind and find out if you have what it takes to be a member of the Las Vegas Police Department's elite Crime Scene Investigation unit.
Based on the huge hit TV show CSI and built on top of the successful core design concepts of our previous CSI games, CSI 3 goes to the next level with a new real-time 3D engine, improved character interactions and animations, and longer, more immersive stories.
Work alongside CSI agents Gil Grissom, Catherine Willows, Warrick Brown, Sara Sidle, Nick Stokes, Coroner Al Robbins and Detective Jim Brass in 5 distinctive cases. Collect and analyze evidence using real-world forensic equipment and cutting edge investigative techniques.
The game is slated for release in March on PC DVD and will be rated PEGI 16+.
Lara Croft Tomb Raider: Legend Xbox 360 date confirmed
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Eidos Interactive, one of the world's leading publishers and developers of entertainment software, today confirms that Lara Croft Tomb Raider: Legend will be released on Xbox 360 on April 7th 2006, in line with the release of PlayStation 2, Xbox and PC versions.
Delivering unbelievable visuals that take full advantage of Microsoft's next-generation video game and entertainment system, Lara's premiere on Xbox 360 is grounded in the series' tomb raiding roots. Created by Crystal Dynamics, Lara exploits the power of Xbox 360 with its newly created graphics system for Lara Croft Tomb Raider: Legend.
With support for real-time per-pixel lighting, shadows and normal-mapping among other improvements, the Tomb Raider world achieves new heights of atmosphere, tension and beauty. New levels of detail and texture yield realistic effects on Lara herself as she gets dirty and wet during her expeditions through the rugged terrain of the environments she explores.
"Xbox 360 allows us to bring Lara to life like never before with intricately animated expressions, fluid movement and realistic abilities," said Matt Gorman, Senior Brand Manager for Tomb Raider, "It enables us to make the Tomb Raider experience far more realistic and immersive in a next-generation, high-definition world; dynamic, lush, living realms that are wholly Tomb Raider, and that belong completely to Lara Croft, the likes of which have never been seen on any console."
Acclaim is back in business?
[Category :] [Posted by Bjorn on Tuesday, March 21 2006 @ 16:52 CET]
Acclaim Games and Massive Incorporated today announced a multi-year strategic partnership to bring multiple Acclaim titles into the Massive Network, the leading network for dynamic in-game advertising.
The first title to be integrated in the Massive Network is BOTS, a free action-themed multiplayer online game. One the top games in Asia with over a million registered users, BOTS is being redesigned and launched in North America and Europe. Acclaim has registered thousands of closed beta testers on the game's site bots.acclaim.com and is scheduled to start the game in several weeks.
"We are focused on providing the best online multiplayer games for free, something rare in the market. In order to do this, we are using innovative business models including adding in-game advertising, selling in-game content and offering unique subscriptions. Massive has the most established and robust in-game advertising solution, with deep experience in multiplayer games, and so were the natural choice as our partner," said Howard Marks, CEO of Acclaim.
"Acclaim is a great addition to the Massive Network and we're thrilled to work with them to integrate real-world ad campaigns into their games," said Nicholas Longano, President of New Media at Massive. "This partnership further emphasises the growing support for the realism and revenue benefits that dynamic in-game advertising provides. This is a tremendous win for gamers – free games supported by advertising."
The addition of Acclaim to the Massive Network bolsters Massive's roster of partners to more than 36 publishers and developers with a total pipeline of over 100 games, representing the single largest video game advertising network.
Ignition Entertainment Announce PoPoLoCrois for the PSP
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Ignition Entertainment is Proud to Announce PoPoLoCrois for the PSP Handheld Entertainment System
Developed by G-Artists and Sony Computer Entertainment Worldwide Studios JAPAN Studio, PoPoLoCrois invites players into a mystical and magical world. Playing as the games brave hero Prince Pietro, explore enchanted lands, make new friends and fight to save your world from the rising threat of the evil Ice Demon.
PoPoLoCrois is the first game in the series released outside of Japan, and now you too can experience all this title has to offer. Presented in an instantly familiar 2D style, players will soon warm to the enthralling story line, stunningly detailed graphics and quality animation.
'Following the success of PoPoLoCrois in Japan, we are confident that European PSPTM owners will also warm to this unique title in a big way' said Peter Rollinson, Product Manager, Ignition Entertainment. 'The world of PoPoLoCrois is full of magic, great characters and more than a few surprises. Perfect for the PSP and accessible to almost everyone'
Microsoft Announces Xbox 360 Spring Games Line-Up
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Microsoft today provided details on the new games and entertainment experiences available to gamers this season.
"With 80 games available worldwide by June, and new content and experiences coming to Xbox Live all the time, there has never been a better time to own an Xbox 360" said Peter Moore, Corporate Vice President of Interactive Entertainment Business in the Entertainment and Devices Division at Microsoft.
The Xbox 360 games portfolio expands this spring with new next-generation titles from leading developers and publishers that cater to every genre, age, skill level and budget. Gamers can choose from a range of truly next generation games such as "The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion" (Bethesda Softworks/2K Games), an Xbox 360 console exclusive with beautiful next generation graphics and a huge world to explore, "Ghost Recon Advanced Warfighter" (Ubisoft) the latest version of the successful Tom Clancy series that once again pushes the boundaries of multiplayer boundaries on Xbox Live, and "Lara Croft Tomb Raider: Legend" (Eidos Interactive Ltd) the next-generation debut of the very popular Lara Croft series.
In addition, new titles are coming to Xbox Live Arcade all the time, including "Street Fighter II: Hyper Fighting", "Uno" and the free full version of "Texas Hold 'Em Poker" by Riverbelle.
Great titles that gamers can expect this season include:
2006 FIFA World CupTM (EA SPORTS)
Battlefield 2: Modern Combat (Electronic Arts)
Blazing Angles Squadrons of WWII (Ubisoft)
Burnout Revenge (Electronic Arts)
Dynasty Warriors® 5 Empires (KOEI)
Far Cry Instincts Predator (Ubisoft)
FINAL FANTASY® XI (Square Enix, Inc.)
Ghost Recon Advanced Warfighter (Ubisoft)
Lara Croft Tomb Raider: Legend (Eidos)
The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion (2K Games)
The Lord of the RingsTM The Battle for Middle Earth IITM (Electronic Arts)
The OutfitTM (THQ)
Top Spin 2 (2K Sports)
Rockstar Games Presents Table Tennis (Rockstar Games)
Rumble Roses XXTM (Konami)
X-Men: The Official Game (Activision)
Football Manager (Sega)
Moto GP 2006 (THQ)
Test Drive Unlimited (Atari)
In addition to new games, consumers can extend the experience of existing Xbox 360 titles with new downloadable content available on Xbox Live Marketplace. Microsoft Game Studios confirmed new content for "Project Gotham Racing® 3," including exciting cars and achievements. Fans of "Perfect Dark ZeroTM" will have access to additional content, including downloadable multiplayer maps. Additionally, the unique experience of "KameoTM: Elements of PowerTM" will be extended through new online cooperative gameplay options and exciting new costumes for Kameo and her warriors.
Announced: Cossacks II: Battle for Europe Expansion
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Publisher CDV will publish Cossacks II: Battle for Europe this June.
The stand-alone expansion for the popular PC RTS, Cossacks II: Napoleonic Wars, will feature three new nations, along with a variety of new battlegrounds, campaigns and battle scenarios, both historical and hypothetical. For more information, please visit www.cossacks.com.
In development by GSC Game World, Cossacks II: Battle for Europe will build upon the realism of the original game, along with adding a variety of new gameplay features. In the game, players can choose from nine nations, including three new additions – Spain, the Great Duchy of Warsaw and the Rhine Confederation.
Additionally, 10 new battlefields, four new campaigns, six new skirmish missions and three new historical battles (Waterloo, Leipzig and Borodino) will offer an expanded Cossacks experience in both single- and multiplayer play. An improved A.I. will let players develop deep strategies utilizing real-world formations made famous during the Napoleonic Wars. New enhancements to the Battle for Europe mode will have fans playing the role of economist, diplomat and general to become the supreme ruler of 19th century Europe. Battle for Europe, Battle and Skirmish modes will all be playable online over LAN or the Internet.
Star Cave Studios Announce Terra: Formations
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Irish Star Cave Studios Limited proudly announces the development of its first "AAA" title and first multiplatform game, Terra: Formations! In Terra: Formations, players have the freedom to select their preferred style of game play, ranging from high action First Person Shooter (FPS) to more strategic Real-Time Strategy (RTS) in a ranking system set up much like a Role-Playing Game (RPG)! It's the clash of the titans when it comes to game genres; FPS, RTS and RPG – all tied together in this awesome looking fast-paced, action packed, futuristic Massive Multimedia Online Game (MMOG), also featuring single-player options and adventure elements! In short, Terra: Formations will appeal to every hardcore gamer!
By the year 2157, mankind had depleted the resources of planet earth with his lust for power, technological advancements and greed. Ironically, the very machines that played a role in mankind's irrevocable position were the only chance of survival! After several years of uncertainty, hope was reborn with the efforts of the Global Military Alliance to Terraform one of earth's celestial neighbours, Jupiter's moon called "Europa". It wasn't until the excavation of the satellite's icy crust that mankind learned the truth; he was not alone and something, somewhere, was waiting, watching, learning and preparing for battle!
As a player in Terra: Formations, you join the ranks of an elite military force with the objective of reshaping the environments of inhospitable worlds, experience the evolution of a developing planet, and take command to become humanities only hope for survival in an epic struggle for control of the solar system.
Four classes of characters offer different insight to the chaotic world, each providing a unique blend of interaction. The Soldier faction allows for adrenaline pumping action that players have come to expect from traditional FPS games. As a member of the Engineer class, the player becomes the key element in the development of the environment by constructing and repairing mankind's lifeline to the world. The Researcher class explores the evolution of the world to enhance society's tools and develop new technology, and finally the player can opt to take command of the action from the perspective of the commander class to bring order to an uncertain future, tying RTS elements into Terra: Formations.
THQ Licenses Unreal® Engine 3 Technology
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THQ Inc. today announced a licensing agreement with Epic Games for the use of Epic's Unreal® Engine 3 technology in future games.
"Unreal Engine 3 is widely regarded as a premier next-generation engine technology," said Jack Sorensen, executive vice president of worldwide studios, THQ. "We plan to complement our own proprietary engines with the Unreal Engine technology to create truly innovative gameplay experiences on both next-gen consoles and Windows PC."
"In the past few years, THQ has built one of the strongest development organizations in the industry," said Mark Rein, vice president, Epic Games. "We're thrilled that their teams will be utilizing Unreal Engine 3 in some of their upcoming projects. We can't wait to see what our technology will enable in their future releases."
2K Games Announces CivCity: Rome
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2K Games and the Company's world-renowned development studio Firaxis Games, today announced CivCity: Rome for the PC, a new city building strategy game inspired by the world of Sid Meier's Civilization. CivCity: Rome is being developed by Firefly Studios, the acclaimed creators of the Stronghold franchise, in collaboration with Firaxis Games.
In CivCity: Rome, gamers will recreate the glory of Rome by building a small settlement into a mighty imperial city. Featuring hundreds of buildings including gladiatorial schools, amphitheatres, the circus maximus, legionnaire forts, weapons workshops and much more, CivCity: Rome offers the most detailed look at Roman life ever depicted on a computer screen.
CivCity: Rome will be released for PC this summer.
2K Games Announces Sid Meier's Railroads! For PC
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2K Games and the Company's world-renowned development studio Firaxis Games, today announced the next edition of the award-winning Railroad Tycoon franchise, Sid Meier¹s Railroads! for the PC.
The Golden Age of railroading is back with Sid Meier's Railroads! Combining the best of real-world and model railroads, Sid Meier¹s Railroads! puts you in charge of building your own railroad empire, running everything from steam-powered locomotives to more modern diesel and electric trains, managing cargo and your bottom line, all while engaging in corporate warfare against rival tycoons, slick entrepreneurs and robber barons.
Cities and industries grow up around you as Sid Meier's Railroads! enables players to lay track and route trains, haul raw materials to market and carry manufactured goods throughout the land. Sid Meier's Railroads! introduces a large number of different single-player game scenarios and a variety of play modes including the "sand-box" modeling mode, real-time LAN and Internet play.
Sid Meier¹s Railroads! will be released for the PC this fall.
2K Games Announces Sid Meier's Civilization IV: Warlords
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2K Games and the Company's world-renowned development studio Firaxis Games, today announced Sid Meier's Civilization IV: Warlords, an expansion pack for the critically acclaimed Sid Meier's Civilization IV for the PC.
Since its October 2005 release, Sid Meier's Civilization IV has sold over a million units worldwide and was named both PC and Strategy Game of the Year by GameSpot. An all-new expansion pack, Warlords pays homage to some of history's greatest military leaders, delivering six new scenarios, giving players the chance to change the course of history with the help of their new powerful "warlord" unit. The expansion pack is loaded with new civilizations, new leaders and more units, resources and wonders that can be used in both single and multiplayer games.
Created in 1991 by industry legend Sid Meier, the Sid Meier¹s Civilization franchise has been internationally recognized as one of the greatest PC game franchises of all time. Each Civilization is a turn-based strategy game that challenges players to build and expand an empire throughout all of human history in order to become the most powerful ruler in the world. As the latest game in the series, Civilization IV has won countless Game of the Year awards from print and online publications around the world, including North American publications such as PC Gamer, Computer Games, IGN, GameSpy and GameSpot. Most recently, Sid Meier's Civilization IV was named Best Strategy Game in the Ninth Annual Interactive Achievement Awards held by the Academy of Interactive Arts and Sciences.
"We're very happy with the success of Civilization IV," said Sid Meier, Director of Creative Development for Firaxis Games. "Within days of its release, gamers around the world were fully addicted, staying up late at night and just hoping for Oone more turn¹Swhat could be better! Warlords will feed that addiction with more of everything gamers want."
Sid Meier's Civilization IV: Warlords will require the full version of Sid Meier's Civilization IV and will be released for PC this summer.
Burnout Revenge for X 360 now in shops
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Electronic Arts today announced that Burnout Revenge for Xbox 360 is now available at retailers across Europe.
The next generation debut of the Burnout franchise brings with it a suite of online features set to define automotive anarchy. The Xbox 360 enables Burnout Revenge to deliver the most spectacular crashes in the series' history. Next generation crashes mean vehicle deformation and Hollywood-inspired special effects with bigger explosions than ever before.
Burnout Revenge dons two jaw-dropping new online features that revolutionise the Burnout racing experience. Live Revenge is all about short tempers and long memories – it tracks your rivals and calls out those that need payback in each race all the while tracking your hit list as you take them down. Get involved in sharing your most epic crashes or fastest laps with your mates with the all new Save and Share feature that lets you highlight the most explosive moments from your replays so you can share them via Xbox Live.
Burnout Revenge also still features multi-level tracks designed for fighting, massive vertical takedowns, explosive crashbreakers, a huge array of gameplay modes and wide open crash junctions for epic crash sequences that put Hollywood to shame, Burnout Revenge redefines speed and aggression for the ultimate in vehicular combat.
EA announces Black & White 2: Battle of the Gods
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EA today announced that Lionhead Studios is developing Black & White 2: Battle of The Gods, an expansion pack for Black & White 2, which will become available to customers worldwide in April 2006.
The Battle of the Gods expansion pack for Black & White 2 offers player a host of new challenges in a much darker, more sinister game world. It takes the player back once more to the world of Eden where something strange has started to happen: The Aztecs have not accepted defeat lightly and by making a huge number of human sacrifices they have raised their own evil deity, forcing the player to return to Eden to fight it head on. As customary in the Black & White world, the player has the freedom to choose how they will rise to this new challenge by either countering the evil deity's actions with good deeds or attempting to defeat him with extreme evil.
Battle of the Gods will feature a brand new creature, two new lands and four new miracles. An all new enemy unit AI system enhances the battle experience but players will have to watch out for two new enemy armies and their ultimate weapon: the new enemy creature. There will also be six new challenges and other new content for players of the PC game to explore.
Game Boy Gets Pretty In Pink
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Girl gamers and spring fashion fans get their wish on March 27 when Nintendo introduces the latest color in the Game Boy® Advance SP palette: Pearl Pink. It's the latest in a line of pink high-tech products designed specifically to cater to the tastes of girls and the people who shop for them. The Pearl Pink version features the recently upgraded screen that displays games in brilliant color. The system will retail at an MSRP of $79.99.
Girl gamers represent a growing demographic. According to a survey by the Entertainment Software Association, 43 percent of video game players are female, while women over the age of 18 represent a greater portion of the game playing population (28 percent) than boys from ages 6 to 17 (21 percent). In addition, a February 2006 survey by Zanthus shows that nearly a quarter (24 percent) of Game Boy Advance SP owners are female.
The Game Boy® line remains the best-selling franchise in the video game industry, with more than 188 million hardware units sold worldwide. Game Boy Advance owners enjoy a vast library of nearly 850 games of every kind.
Test Drive: Unlimited also coming for PC
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Atari today announced that the world's first console massively open online racing game, Test Drive: Unlimited, will launch for the Windows platform in Fall 2006. Test Drive Unlimited for Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft is on schedule for a Summer 2006 release.
Developed by Eden Games and packed with over 100 vehicles, one thousand plus miles of open roads and a host of online options, Test Drive: Unlimited is M.O.O.R.: Massively Open Online Racing - the ultimate online automotive gaming experience for Xbox 360 and PC gamers.
The action in Test Drive: Unlimited takes place on the open roads spanning the Hawaiian island of Oahu. Boasting huge online content, racers around the world can challenge others to join them in the virtual paradise of the game's persistent online racing world. Players will engage in online challenges, and build communities by creating or joining exclusive members clubs to talk, trade cars, and race with other like-minded and similarly-skilled drivers in one of the most comprehensive online racing experiences to date.
With all the vehicles painstakingly rendered to reflect their real-world counterparts inside and out, players will fill their garages with some of the most sophisticated and fastest licensed vehicles in the world from over 25 top manufacturers to suit their individual tastes.
New update v1.4 for X3: Reunion
[Category :] [Posted by Bjorn on Thursday, March 16 2006 @ 15:47 CET]
Enlight Interactive, a leading software developer and publisher, today announced that the version 1.4 patch for X3: Reunion is now available for download.
A major highlight of this new patch is the ability to tow stations with the inclusion of a sleek new tug device. Along with several performance improvements, the 1.4 patch also contains support for an external mod that introduces cockpit graphics!
X3: Reunion, the sequel to the award-winning X2: The Threat, places gamers in the midst of dazzling nebulae, glittering stars, and an endless array of mysterious planets and uncharted galaxies awaiting discovery and exploration. Players can barter and battle with alien races while continuously building and modifying their customized space crafts to achieve total domination of the entire X universe.
To download the version 1.4 patch, please visit:
http://www.egosoft.com/download/x3/patches_en.php?list=57
Formula ONE comes to PSP
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More pickup and play than ever, fully loaded with brand new features: Put on your racing gloves and experience action-packed racing fun in FORMULA ONE 06.
Set for launch in June 2006, FORMULA ONE 06 is the only official game of the 2006 FIA FORMULA ONE WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP and is back exclusively to PSP.
Loaded with new features and all the official 2006 drivers, cars, teams, circuits and rules, FORMULA ONE 06 is the only way to truly interact with the world's raciest sport!
FORMULA ONE 06 on is all about speed, competition and fast-paced action. If you're a novice, switch on the improved driver and racing aids to race for fun; or turn them off for a full length GRAND PRIX experience if you're a FORMULA ONE professional.
FORMULA ONE 06 features the ability to Network Play between PlayStation 2 and PSP. This means players can now compete online across platforms to see who the fastest FORMULA ONE 06 racer is. In other words, if you own the PlayStation 2 version of the game and your friend owns the PSP version, you can still compete on the same circuit!
For the first time, the experienced Studio Liverpool development team has been hard at work on both titles, to ensure the 2006 games remain innovative and fresh.
2K Games Announces New Dungeon Siege Titles
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2K Games today announced that it has acquired publishing rights to Gas Powered Games' critically acclaimed Dungeon Siege series.
The first new titles under this publishing agreement will be Dungeon Siege II: Broken World, an expansion pack for the best-selling PC game Dungeon Siege II and an all-new entry in the Dungeon Siege series, Dungeon Siege: Throne of Agony for the PSP (PlayStation®Portable) system. Dungeon Siege II: Broken World will be available this summer and Dungeon Siege: Throne of Agony for the PSP system will be available this autumn.
Dungeon Siege II: Broken World picks up right where Dungeon Siege II left off with an all-new campaign mode, a new playable race, more items to discover and a brand new multi-class character development system. Dungeon Siege II: Broken World will require the full version of Dungeon Siege II.
"We're excited to be working with 2K Games," said Chris Taylor, Founder and Creative Director of Gas Powered Games. "We're expanding the Dungeon Siege universe on the PC with a new campaign and opening up even more new territory on the PSP system with a second, unique adventure that you can stuff in your backpack and take with you wherever you go."
Dungeon Siege: Throne of Agony for the PSP system, in development at SuperVillain Studios, is another entirely new adventure created from the ground up specifically for the handheld system. Dungeon Siege: Throne of Agony features all-new playable characters and a freshly designed, non-linear, single-player campaign as well as support for Ad Hoc co-operative and competitive multiplayer games.
In-depth Dead or Alive 4 X-Box 360 review online!
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Our new crew member, Mike has done his very first review for PlayDevil.com.
He goes in-depth with Tecmo's latest and newest fighting game, only for the X-Box 360, named "Dead or Alive 4".
Gorgeous graphics and ... ? Is it a total new & fresh game when comparing to DOA: Ultimate?
Find out in the full review of Dead Or Alive 4 by our new crew member Mike.
New Super Mario Bros for the DS !
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Mario is not only back for an all new adventure, but he is also rediscovering his roots in the first side-scrolling Super Mario Bros adventure since Super Mario World. Fans of all ages will get to experience the perfect fusion of old and new as New SUPER MARIO BROS. launches across Europe for the Nintendo DS in early summer 2006.
All Mario fans have fond memories of the franchise's original 2D roots. Now some 20 years after the world was first wowed by a small moustached plumber, our hero is returning in an all-new platform adventure. New SUPER MARIO BROS. is an entirely new adventure, in which our heroes must once again travel across the Mushroom Kingdom to rescue Princess Peach from the scaly clutches of Bowser and his minions.
New SUPER MARIO BROS. features huge vivid 2D worlds inspired by those from the classic Mario adventures, but combined with beautifully rendered 3D characters which almost seem to jump out of the screen. Each world has a different theme and features multiple levels, which must be completed before progressing to the next one. Players must also master each world's mini fortress and beat a boss character before they can progress onto the next world. Only after defeating all of the bosses will a character be ready to take on the ultimate challenge of Bowser himself.
All this fun is too good not to share. Thanks to a host of multiplayer options players can enjoy the adventures with up to four players. Two players can battle it out wirelessly as they compete to collect stars on specially designed stages. In this mode the game continues until one Mario brother reaches the star limit for the stage. Up to four players can also take part in a selection of touch-screen mini-games with only one game cartridge thanks to DS Download Play.
New SUPER MARIO BROS. launches across Europe on the Nintendo DS in early summer 2006 for the estimated retail price of around £30.
Brain teasing game for DS launches in May
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Exercising, eating healthily and maintaining a good work/life balance are all essential to help keep fit and healthy. But now the focus is not just on the body – it is also on the brain. The product that is currently taking Japan by storm, and will help give your brain a good workout, is making its way to Europe. Nintendo's Dr Kawashima's Brain Training: How Old Is Your Brain? launches on the Nintendo DS across Europe on 19th May 2006.
Dr. Kawashima's Brain Training launched in Japan in May 2005 and has already sold over 1.8 million copies, still holding the top spot in the software charts. Sales of the game actually peaked during unconventional times for high video games sales, such as the Japanese Respect-for-the-Aged Day and research conducted has shown that two-thirds of total purchasers in Japan are 25 years old or above. In Japan the second version of Brain Training hit the shelves in December 2005 and has already sold over a staggering 1.5 million copies.
So, don't forget 'Dr. Kawashima's Brain Training: How Old Is Your Brain?' launches across Europe on 19th May 2006 at the estimated retail price of around £20.
Camera and GPS receiver for PSP !
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For expanding the potential capability of PSP hardware, new camera (PSP-300) and GPS receiver (PSP-290) will be introduced from this autumn.
By adding these new attractive peripherals, new features such as motion tracking technology of Eye Toy, developing the new game titles by utilizing the video chat function, portable navigating system with GPS function are highly expected.
SCEI will also start a new download service offering selected popular PlayStation format tittles from the past. By reviving software assets, users will be able to enjoy exiting PlayStation titles anytime, anywhere on PSP.
New black PSP base model
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Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. (SCEI) announced today that it will continue to further expand the PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) platform with new attractive accessories, features and services responding to active demand throughout the world.
Since its launch in Japan in December 2004, North America in March 2005, and in Europe in September, 2005, PSP® has already shipped more than 15 million units worldwide establishing its position as a new handheld entertainment platform around the world. With its overwhelming power, unparalleled in handheld systems, PSP® has gained huge support from a broad range of users.
To accelerate further penetration throughout the world, a new Base Model in black color will become available in Europe from March 22, 2006, and 199 Euro/199US$ respectively in North America end of March 2006.
SCEI will also introduce Ceramic White for the base model of PSP® (PSP-1000 CW) at a recommended retail price of 19,800 yen excluding tax (20,790 yen including tax) for the Japanese market.
PLAYSTATION 3 Launches Worldwide in Early Nov 2006
[Category :] [Posted by Bjorn on Wednesday, March 15 2006 @ 9:23 CET]
We told you it would be "interesting news".
Here's the full story, first on PlayDevil.com!
Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. (SCEI) announced today that it would launch PLAYSTATION®3 (PS3) in early November 2006 in Japan, North America and Europe simultaneously. With a monthly production capacity of one million units, SCEI will push forward a powerful product launch to spread the platform rapidly throughout the world, together with a strong and attractive lineup of PS3 game titles.
PS3 incorporates the final specifications of BD (Blu-ray Disc), and with the overwhelming computing power of PS3, it enables to playback BD software at a high bit rate. With a maximum storage capacity of 50 GB (dual layer) and robust security, BD is a highly anticipated storage medium that delivers digital entertainment content such as games and movies at an unparalleled level of image quality.
PS3 is compatible with a vast lineup of television sets currently out in the market, from standard-definition TV to full high-definition TV.
Users can also connect PS3 to high-speed broadband network through Gigabit Ethernet and comfortably enjoy a wide-range of rich and exciting content and services over the network.
SCEI, together with the support and cooperation of game content creators around the world, will strongly promote the creation of a new world of computer entertainment available on PS3.
However, it seems that Sony is still lip tight on the PRICE of the PlayStation 3. Why isn't this mentioned in the press-release as well?
Very interesting PS3 news ?
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We just got an email from Sony Entertainment Benelux saying that a "very interesting press release" will be emailed to us, around 9 am CET.
The press release will have crucial information for the Benelux market regarding a very important press conference in Japan.
The only thing we can think of right now that is "very interesting" is more information regarding Sony's PlayStation 3.
Price, availability, launch games, etc ... that's what we want to hear Sony!
So stay tuned with us regarding this news bit and remember where you read it first!
PlayDevil welcomes NEW staff member!
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PlayDevil.com welcomes today a new staff member onboard. His name is "Mike" and he's from the UK. Mike is what you call a real console addict since he almost got every console available (Sega Megadrive, N64, GB(A), Dreamcast, Playstation 1 & 2, Xbox, etc).
Mike will be mostly covering console reviews and perhaps later on providing the site with news and other interesting articles.
His very first review, "Dead or Alive 4" for Xbox 360 will be online shortly!
Welcome onboard Mike and we hope that you have a wonderful time here on PlayDevil!
Job applications are still open so if you're interested, just like Mike to join our "devilish" crew, please get in touch with us asap!
SEGA's Condemned: Criminal Origins Goes Gold For PC
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SEGA® of America, Inc. today announced that its award-winning, first-person psychological thriller Condemned: Criminal OriginsTM has gone gold for the PC. This news follows recent announcements from SEGA detailing a North American release date, April 11, 2006.
Developed by Monolith Productions, Condemned: Criminal Origins allows players to experience an unnatural level of psychological tension as they use their weapons, instincts and forensic tools to track down serial killers and bring them to justice.
Condemned: Criminal Origins features amazingly photorealistic environments and true to-life sound effects that transport players directly to the scene of the crime. In addition to using guns, gruesome weapons can be fashioned from the environment: paper-cutter handles, wooden planks and lead pipes ripped from the walls can be used to attack the highly intelligent opponents. Enemies don't merely run at the player, they find an appropriately powerful weapon to strike with and lurk in the shadows, waiting for the best opportunity to attack.
Enlight Releases New X3: Reunion Playable Demo
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Enlight, a leading software publisher and developer, today released a new playable demo for X3: Reunion. Following the award-winning X2: The Threat, the war for control of the universe continues in the graphically enhanced X3: Reunion. The X universe has been expanded dramatically for gamers to create massive fleets and fight different races and cultures in a free-roaming universe.
With dynamic AI and a vast array of life, entire fleets can be assembled to accompany players from engaging in fierce battles to negotiating trades. Utilize strong-arm tactics and economic prowess to ascertain complete dominance of the universe. Now available in stores, X3: Reunion is rated T for Teen and carries a suggested retail price of $39.99.
To download the PC demo of X3: Reunion please visit: http://www.egosoft.com/download/x3/demos_en.php
Act of War: High Treason Expansion Pack Goes Gold
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Atari today announced that development is complete on the Act of War: High Treason expansion pack for the critically-acclaimed, techno-thriller RTS, Act of War: Direct Action. Developed by Paris-based Eugen Systems and loaded with new features including modern-day naval combat and mercenaries, Act of War: High Treason is on schedule for release on 24 March 2006 for the Windows platform.
For gamers craving a taste of the second-to-none RTS action offered by Act of War: High Treason, but who haven't purchased the original game, the Act of War: Gold Edition featuring the original game and the expansion will be available simultaneously.
Act of War: High Treason takes the stunning visuals of Act of War: Direct Action a step further, whilst simultaneously raising the bar in terms of gameplay. Amongst the host of original features are modern naval combat with bump-mapping and physics, fully customizable multiplayer games, mercenary units, improved control system, new units, revised aircraft and artillery, an entirely new campaign set in a new real-world location, new maps, and additional multiplayer enhancements.
Act of War: High Treason and Act of War: Gold Edition for Windows will be released across Europe on 24 March 2006.
Module for Dungeons & Dragons Online: Stormreach
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Turbine is pleased to announce the first module for DUNGEONS & DRAGONS ONLINE: Stormreach (DDO).
The Dragon's Vault module will provide players the opportunity to battle the dangerous Vault of Night that is protected by a ferocious guardian – the red dragon! This module, scheduled for release in April, is the first in a series of planned modules that will provide new content and features for DDO, the hit MMOG that launched February 28th and quickly became the fastest growing MMOG in North America.
The Dragon's Vault module contains 15 compelling dungeons and a new large-scale raid feature focusing on a vicious red dragon. The new dungeons provide a variety of additional content for players of all levels in the game. Turbine announced today that the Dragon's Vault module will be free of charge for all current DDO subscribers as a way to say "thank you" to all of its fans. Turbine also declared its plans to release additional modules over time that include new content, features, and other improvements to the hit MMOG.
Dungeons & Dragons Online: Stormreach is currently available in retail stores for $49.99.
Ubisoft Releases IL-2 Sturmovik Series: Complete Edition
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Today Ubisoft, one of the world's largest video game publishers, announced that the IL-2 series, the critically acclaimed combat flight simulator is now merged into one DVD including: Il-2 Sturmovik: Forgotten Battles, the Ace Expansion Pack, Pacific Fighters, and all the intermediary add-ons.
This epic collection of WWII air combat spans the entire globe, from the sands of Iwo Jima to the snow-covered steppes of Russia. Fly in more than 200 life-like aircrafts over the Ardennes, Guadalcanal, D-Day beaches, or over Stalingrad: the possibilities are endless!
IL – 2 SturmovikTM Series: Complete Edition, rated "12+" for PEGI, is scheduled on PC on March 31st for a retail price of £19.99.
Princess Peach is coming to your DS!
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On 26th May 2006 appearances are going to be deceptive, as Super Princess Peach fires her way into Europe exclusively on Nintendo DS. At first glance Peach definitely looks like a gentle girly kind of girl, with her bright pink dress, long white gloves and sun umbrella. Don't let that fool you though, because when Mario and his friends are kidnapped, Peach sets out to save the day and she means business!
Up to no good as usual, Bowser has stolen a magical 'Vibe Wand' and has used it to capture Mario and Luigi. With a bold rescue mission in mind Princess Peach sets out to Bowser's castle on Vibe Island. However, upon arriving she finds herself affected by the magic of the island and is able to turn her emotions into powerful weapons to help on her quest.
Super Princess Peach is a classic 2D platform game, featuring vividly colourful worlds and enemies reminiscent of those seen in the Super Mario Bros. series. However, Peach has a few tricks up her sleeves thanks to her new Vibe powers. Using the Nintendo DS touch-screen, players can use these abilities to interact with the environment. Joy creates a small cyclone of happiness, which Peach can both wield as a weapon and use to lift herself up to previously inaccessible platforms. When pushed too far our heroine can use her Rage to burn through enemies and wood barriers. She can also use Gloom to burst into tears causing plants to grow and making her invincible. Finally if things get a little too hot players can use Peach's Calm ability to take a time-out to regenerate health.
Super Princess Peach will ignite onto the Nintendo DS across Europe from 26th May 2006 for the estimated retail price of around £30.
Metroid Prime Hunters coming in May
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The wait for the interstellar bounty-hunters, and gaming's toughest heroine is finally over as Metroid Prime Hunters launches across Europe on 5th May 2006. This game features touch-screen controls, Wi-Fi game play, a fully-fledged single player 3D first person shooter mode as well as an extensive online multiplayer first person shooter mode. For the first time on a Nintendo DS game, Metroid Prime Hunters include wireless voice chat technology allowing players to talk with friends before and after battle, whilst using Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection and microphone, wherever they are in the world.
Raised by an ancient alien race, Samus is the galaxy's top bounty hunter, utilising her advanced Varia suit to give her near super-human powers and using an arm mounted cannon to blast her way past any opposition. Now Samus has been hired by the Galactic Federation to recover powerful alien artefacts before deadly bounty hunters get their hands on them. In space there's no law and no back up, Samus will have to use all of her skills to return alive.
Featuring some of the most advanced 3D graphics for a held-held system, playing Metroid Prime Hunters brings you the great graphics seen in Metroid Prime on Nintendo GameCube with the added benefit of it being on a portable handheld system. The vast single-player mode in Metroid Prime Hunters is among one of the most exciting seen on a hand-held console to date and the game can also proudly claim to be the first multiplayer first person shooter to grace a hand-held system. While playing, the fast-paced seamless levels are displayed with perfect clarity on the top Nintendo DS screen, while a map and radar showing enemy locations is visible on the bottom.
Prepare for the ultimate space mission as Metroid Prime Hunters goes on sale across Europe on 5th May 2006 at the estimated retail price of around £30.
Guild Wars Factions coming in April
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ArenaNet, developer of the award-winning online roleplaying game Guild Wars, and NCsoft Corporation the world's leading developer and publisher of online computer games, announce today the release date of Guild Wars Factions, the hotly anticipated second game release from the critically acclaimed studio. Guild Wars Factions will be available in stores worldwide April 28, 2006.
Guild Wars Factions takes place on the Asian-inspired continent of Cantha, where new and existing Guild Wars players join an epic quest to defeat an ancient evil and save a war-torn empire. Roleplaying and competitive player-versus-player gamers alike will be able to join together in guild alliances to take control of territory and determine the fate of Cantha. New scored challenge missions and strategic competitive missions allow players to test their roleplaying prowess and earn the right for their alliance to take control of cities, towns and outposts. Large-scale alliance battles pit teams from opposing factions against each other in a struggle to conquer new territory and redraw the battle lines across the continent of Cantha. New elite missions allow the most skilled players exclusive access to areas designed to be the ultimate cooperative challenge.
New shots of Over G Fighters ONLINE!
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We have updated our "screenshot section" with five new screenshots of Ubisofts' upcoming modern Jet Fighter game, only for X-Box 360.
The game is named "Over G Fighters" and the shots looks absolutely stunning!
Head over to the Over G Fighters screenshots and find out yourself!
Evolution GT get its own website
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Publisher Black Bean today announced that the highly anticipated racing title Evolution GT has now got its own website.
The title fuses an immensely detailed physics and handling engine with the ability to modify your driver's skills and equipment. With impressive graphics, fantastic AI and a real sense of speed Evolution GT is sure to cross the finish line in first place when it launches in April 2006.
http://www.evolutiongt.com will play host to all the latest news, screenshots, articles and information about this unique racing title. Users will be able to browse through the cars featured in the game, take a look at the tracks that appear and see the game in motion in the media section.
Evolution GT launches across Europe on PC DVD and PlayStation 2 at the end of April 2006.
Runaway 2: The dream of the turtle announced for PC
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For some obscure reason, England is the only country in which the first adventures of Brian & Gina in "Runaway: A Road Adventure" were not released. But adventure fans can now rest assured, the long awaited second episode "Runaway: The Dream of the Turtle" will be distributed in the UK by Ascaron.
Released in 2002, Runaway brought back the success of the point & click adventure game genre. A true heir of the adventure game golden era, Runaway's modern design and tone, unique graphic style, humour and farfetched puzzles made it a huge success with over 600 000 PC units sold in Europe.
Aware of the expectations a sequel to Brian & Gina's adventures would trigger a few years after the first release, Pendulo Studios has taken its time to develop and improve this new episode called The Dream of the Turtle. The team has worked hard with a very clear and precise objective: to make the game better than the original in every way and offer an even funnier and captivating gaming experience.
Players will be able to explore more than 100 different places across the globe, throughout the 6 extensive chapters of this new adventure. In Alaska, Hawaii, under the sea or up in the sky, in the middle of a hostile jungle or on board a huge yacht, you will experience an unforgettable adventure in a rich and varied environment. Pendulo Studios has come up with many juicy puzzles and exciting challenges which can be solved more or less easily depending on the player's level.
With Runaway 2, Pendulo Studios succeeds once again in offering a detailed and polished universe without spoiling the game's cartoon style which gives the game its unquestionable charm, offering many technical improvements thanks to its evolved engine and special effects.
Humour will abound in this adventure filled with allusions and references to movies, comics and video games. Runaway is a true comedy with a hilarious tone, plenty of jokes and some quite fantastic puzzles to solve.
Runaway: The Dream of the Turtle will be available for PC in the third quarter 2006.
Project Gotham Racing 3 review ONLINE!
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We have published today our very first review for Microsofts' new console, the Xbox 360 and its the popular "Project Gotham Racing 3".
The full review can be read on this url. and expect more xbox 360 reviews soon!
Codemasters announce Micro Machines v4 !
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It's been called "the most playable game in the world"* and was the party game of choice for a gaming generation, and now a MICRO MACHINES video game is set to return to game screens as Codemasters today announces the revival of its classic series.
A smash-hit series through the 1990s, Codemasters, has once again secured the rights to the miniature vehicles for an all-new video game that promises a real return to the MICRO MACHINES game's much loved, all-out fun, racing gameplay. The property is under license from the Hasbro Properties Group, the intellectual property development arm of Hasbro, Inc. (NYSE: HAS).
MICRO MACHINES v4 game, titled as a sequel to the last MICRO MACHINES game from Codemasters, is now in development for PlayStation2, PC, PSP and Nintendo DS.
Scheduled for a summer 2006 release, development is back with the team at Supersonic Software, creators of some of the most acclaimed MICRO MACHINES games and more recently Mashed and Mashed: Fully Loaded.
Patch 1.4 Available for Blitzkrieg 2
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Today CDV has released a new patch for Blitzkrieg 2 for PC. The patch, which can be downloaded from http://www.blitzkrieg2.de, brings the retail game to version 1.4 and fixes several gameplay balance issues. The fixes include -
- Common Key Buildings repair rates have been slightly increased
- Reduced the reinforcement call time
- Key buildings are now more durable
- Added 1 ATG 37mm M3 to Tech-level 1 USA reinforcements
- Added 1 PzIVD to Tech-level 1 GERMAN reinforcements
- Removed 1 T-26 from Tech-level 1 USSR reinforcements
- Added 1 M13 GMC to Tech-level 2 USA reinforcements
- Removed 1 A-19 from Tech-level 2 USSR reinforcements
- Removed 1 M10 Wolverine from Tech-level 3 USA reinforcements
- Removed 1 Su-152 from Tech-level 3 USSR reinforcements
- Removed 2 BM 8-48 from Tech-level 3 USSR reinforcements
- Removed 1 1 Light Tank from Tech-level 3 USSR reinforcements and BT-7 Light Tanks changed to T-60
- Added 1 Hetzer to Tech-level 4 GERMAN reinforcements
- Removed 1 JSU-152 from Tech-level 4 USSR reinforcements
- Removed 1 BM 31-12 in Tech-level 4 USSR reinforcements
Your chance to chat with Miyamoto !
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From Nintendo DS to Nintendogs, Mr Miyamoto is here to answer your questions.
Now is your chance to put your questions to Nintendo's legendary video game designer Shigeru Miyamoto.
Mr. Miyamoto will be giving fans the chance to ask him the questions they really want to ask, including ones relating to Nintendo's most recent handheld console, the Nintendo DS, as well as the new types of games that Nintendo are creating such a Nintendogs, Animal Crossing: Wild World and Dr Kawashima's Brain Training: How Old Is Your Brain?. Fans will also be able to ask about the eagerly anticipated New Super Mario Bros.
On Friday, 17th March at 8 PM CET Mr. Miyamoto will participate in a video based web-chat located at www.webchats.tv . People will be able to visit this site in the run up to the event in order to submit their questions. They can then return to www.webchats.tv on Friday 17th March to watch Mr Miyamoto answer as many of these questions as he can.
Crave's upcoming World Championship Poker
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Crave Entertainment, a leading publisher of console videogames, today announced the third installment in the best-selling poker video game franchise in North America, World Championship Poker: Featuring Howard Lederer "All In". WCP: All In will be available for the PlayStation2 computer entertainment system, PSP (PlayStation Portable) system, and Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft
WCP: All In features some of the most recognizable and successful poker stars in the world, including Howard Lederer, his sister Annie Duke, Greg Raymer, Amir Vahidi, Paul Darden, and Robert Williamson III. Joining the roster for this year's edition are noted international poker superstars Marcel Luske, Thomas Bihl, and Erin Ness, who parlayed a victory at a Maxim Magazine office tournament into a seat at the 2004 World Series of Poker.
"Our World Championship Poker franchise has quickly gained a reputation as the game for people who like to 'play' poker, rather than just watch it," said Rob Dyer, president and COO. "With new features like Scenario Mode, Multi-table online tournaments, and the Reputation system, World Championship Poker will continue to be the most realistic poker experience on any video game console."
Ubisoft Announces Over G Fighters for Xbox 360
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Today Ubisoft, one of the world's largest video game publishers, announced Over G Fighters exclusively for Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft. Over G Fighters is the only modern jet fighter game to deliver intense and exciting aerial combat showcasing the awesome power of modern aircrafts on Xbox 360. Over G Fighters is being developed by Taito Corporation and is scheduled to ship worldwide in North America and Europe.
In Over G Fighters, a terrorist organization threatens the world's peace and security as players take to the skies in a united world air force. Players command more than 30 of the most powerful jet fighters ever conceived and battle for air superiority in massive dogfights in the skies above Europe, Asia, Africa and North America. Players combat enemies in the air and on the ground with challenging and dangerous strike missions against well defended targets deep in the heart of hostile territory.
"With Over G Fighters, Ubisoft is delivering one of the most comprehensive and accurate flight titles ever created," said Tony Key, vice president of marketing at Ubisoft. "Harnessing the power of the Xbox 360TM, Over G Fighters depicts a precise recreation of the world's most distinguished jet fighters in battle and further demonstrates Ubisoft's strength in the next-generation air combat genre."
Updated Patches List
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Next to our Demos List that we have just updated, we have also added a few new patches.
These are :
- Crusader Kings v1.5
- Civilization IV v1.9
Be sure to upgrade your game with patches once they're released.
Updated Demos List
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We have updated our "Latest Demos' with the following titles:
- Star Wars: Empire at War
- Full Spectrum Warrior: Ten Hammers
- Conflict: Global Terror
- Legion Arena: COM
- WWII Tank Commander
All these can be downloaded directly to your computer so what are you waiting for?
Runestone Announces Final Release Date for Seed
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Runestone Game Development announced today that Seed, its upcoming genre-shattering massively multiplayer game, will officially launch on Tuesday, May 2nd, 2006.
Runestone has afforded the testing stage slightly more time to improve player experiences for load and connectivity.
"The testing of the title thus far has been a great success, and we have our testers and hard working development team to thank," said Lars Kroll Kristensen, CEO. "Although we are slightly pushing our original release date, the extra month will ensure that we have ample time to now pay our full attention to the story engine and NPC interaction experience."
Runestone has focused on making the NPCs varied and interesting to work with. All NPCs in Seed have their own behaviors, motivations and goals, powered by a sophisticated AI engine with distinct emotion, knowledge, and event response systems. They remember, and they judge. The NPCs have been paired with a unique template story system that creates stories according to the playing style and role of each player.
"We are taking every step to make sure Seed is a high-quality game," continued Kristensen, "and we feel that this short delay will help ensure that we're able to present a solid gaming experience to our loyal community."
Playlogic releases demo and patch for Knights of the Temple 2
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Interactive games publisher Playlogic Entertainment, Inc. and Slovakian developer Cauldron announced today a playable PC demo of „Knights of the Temple 2" with two fully playable levels taken from the sword fighting game and a new patch for the PC version of the action adventure.
The brand new demo contains two fully playable levels. First you need to escape from the inner sanctum of a burning temple and fight against Roman elite guards and legionnaires. In the second level you have to face evil demons at the beautiful harbour of Sirmium. The demo is not restricted in any way. All available weapons and special moves from the retail version can be used.
The 152 MB size demo can be downloaded at Playlogic's website http://www.playlogicgames.com/downloads .
The new patch fixes several bugs, improves compatibility with Gforce 6XXXX cards and features a stunning new visual mode. Users with 3D glasses are now able to play and watch the game in 3D vision. This 3D mode can be watched with coloured glasses (red/green) and is activated by starting the game with the new command line parameter „–sy" (Kott2.exe –sv).
The patch fixes bugs concern