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] [Posted by Bjorn on Friday, September 29 2006 @ 17:11 CET]New downloadable content available for Saints Row!
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All you Saints Row gangstas earning mad cash online listen up: the first downloadable pack is now available on Xbox Live Marketplace.
Dubbed the "Funky Fresh Pack", this download offers the latest fashions, from leather chaps and a samurai hat, to fuzzy bunny slippers and leopard skin underoos. The Funky Fresh Pack comes loaded with all new customization options, including new clothing, tattoos, hair styles, Bling and more. It's time to strip off the pimp jacket and trade it in for spiked leather.
You ready for this playa?
The Funky Fresh Pack, available 9/27, is available through Xbox Live Marketplace for 100 Microsoft points, and contains the following items (in various colors and styles):
Clothing
- Fake Tuxedo Shirt
- Short Sleeve Tropical Shirt
- Spiked Leather Jacket
- Leopard Skin Underwear
- Tiger Stripes Underwear
- Leather Chaps
- Crazy Bunny Slippers
Accessories
- Samurai Helmet
- Eye Patch
- Skull Ring
- Saints Row Medallion
- Saints Row Wrist Band
Hair
- Full Spikes
- Curly Gent Mustache
- Ladies Man Mustache
- Split Goatee
- Sharp Edge Mutton
Tattoos
- Panther
- Rattlesnake
- Biohazard
- Ankh
- Spider
BioShock Exclusive Xbox 360 and Games for Windows title
[Category :] [Posted by Bjorn on Friday, September 29 2006 @ 17:09 CET]
2K today announced that BioShock, its highly anticipated and award-winning innovative first person shooter, will be released exclusively on Xbox 360™ video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and Games for Windows, the new brand optimized for Windows XP and Windows Vista. Slated for 2007 and developed by Irrational Games, a 2K development studio, BioShock will forever change the expectations for the first-person shooter.
“2K is excited to release BioShock exclusively on Xbox 360 and under the Games for Windows brand on the PC,” said Christoph Hartmann, President, 2K. “BioShock is the next step in the evolution of first-person shooters and a perfect title to push the limits of Xbox 360.”
”We expect BioShock will set a new mark in next generation gaming when it launches next year,” said George Peckham, general manager, global third party publishing for the Interactive Entertainment Business, Microsoft. “We’re thrilled that gamers will be able to experience BioShock only as an Xbox 360 and Games for Windows title.”
The Games for Windows branding ensures that consumers have a consistent, reliable gaming experience on Windows XP and Windows Vista with easier game installation, improved reliability, and support for key Windows Vista features. These titles will also support wide-screen gaming, can be launched from within Windows Media Center, will be compatible with 64 bit consumer versions of Windows and support the Xbox 360 Controller for Windows.
Taking full advantage of both Microsoft platforms, BioShock takes place among the ruins of an underwater utopia. After your plane crashes into icy, uncharted waters, you discover a rusted bathysphere and descend into Rapture, a city hidden beneath the sea. Constructed as an ideal society for a hand-picked group of scientists, artists and industrialists, Rapture collapsed under the weight of its own idealism. Now the city is littered with corpses, wildly powerful guardians roam the corridors, mutated little girls scavenge the dead, and genetically modified citizens ambush you at every turn.
BioShock is in development for Xbox 360 and Windows and will be released in 2007.
Pro Evolution Soccer kicks off!
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Konami Digital Entertainment GmbH confirms October 27th launch date for the eagerly-awaited PES6 in Europe
Konami Digital Entertainment GmbH has confirmed that it will launch the PlayStation 2, Xbox 360 and PC-DVD versions of its highly anticipated Pro Evolution Soccer 6 on October 27th, with the PSP™ (PlayStation®Portable) and Nintendo DS versions to follow shortly after.
The Konami football game enters its sixth incarnation with an unrivalled reputation for realistic and gripping gameplay. Key improvements to Pro Evolution Soccer 6 include new player AI with team mates running into space more intelligently, while the physical nature of the sport has also been enhanced with new turns and defensive blocks to learn, alongside closing down unmarked opponents.
The shooting system has also been refined, and players will be able to attempt more snap shots than in previous versions, while volleys and half-volleys have been reworked. It is also now possible to retain control of the ball after performing a sliding tackle, while all-new feints and backwards dribbling are now possible thanks to the improved dribbling controls. Coupled with the series’ famed realism, the result is a more flowing and fluid game with all the movement and pace of the real thing.
Konami’s has also added a raft of new licensed sides to Pro Evolution Soccer 6, and all versions will include the fully-licensed kits and squads for the Czech, French, Australian, English, Italian, Argentinian, Spanish and Swedish national sides. Similarly, the French Ligue 1 Orange has been added to the game, alongside key European sides such as Sporting Lisbon, Benfica, Olympiacos Piraeus, and Manchester United.
Another key addition to the October launch, is Pro Evolution Soccer 6’s first appearance for a Next Generation format. Released alongside the established PlayStation 2 version, the Xbox 360 game features massively improved visuals and audio effects, while the player AI is also noticeably improved as Producer Shingo ‘Seabass’ Takatsuka and his team flex their skills using the 360 system’s advanced capabilities.
Football Manager 2007 Gone Gold
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SEGA Europe Ltd. today confirmed that the forthcoming instalment from the highly anticipated management blockbuster, Football Manager 2007 will be available across Europe on PC, Mac and Intel Mac on 20thOctober 2006.
Developed by industry leader Sports Interactive, Football Manager™ 2007 contains over 100 new features designed to improve ease of use and help first time players effortlessly access the shrouded world of football management. Created to run on an extensive range of machines players can test their managerial skills with Football Manager™ 2007 which, amongst other features, includes a huge amount of customisation to allow players to set it up exactly as they please.
“The completion of Football Manager™ 2007 on PC, Mac and Intel Mac represents a big step forward in the Football Manager™ series. We’ve taken great care to listen carefully to all the wants and needs of our loyal fans and have delivered a game that is undoubtedly our best in series”, said Miles Jacobson, Managing Director, Sports Interactive. “The new features in Football Manager™ 2007 make it incredibly user-friendly and strengthen the overall gameplay. By adding such things as the greatly requested feeder club system, demonstrates not only an awareness of our fans but also a drive to expand the experience”.
The world of football continues to change season on season and this is accurately reflected throughout Football Manager™ 2007. Players can now experience everything from moving stadiums and forging relationships with feeder clubs to potential takeovers from supporters groups or massive investments from abroad, making Football Manager™ 2007 the definitive sports management game.
Football Manager™ 2007 will appear on PC, Mac and Intel Mac across Europe on 20th October 2006. Football Manager™ 2007 on the Xbox 360™ video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, plus Football Manager™ Handheld 2007 on Sony PlayStation®Portable handheld entertainment system (PSP™) will both be available before Christmas 2006.
Bethesda Softworks Announces Oblivion for PS3 and PSP
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Bethesda Softworks announced today that its blockbuster role-playing game, The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion will be a launch title for the PLAYSTATION3 computer entertainment system this November in North America, and next March in Europe when the new console is expected to be released there.
In addition, The Elder Scrolls Travels: Oblivion will be released on the PSP system in the Spring 2007 in North America and Europe.
Both the PLAYSTATION 3 and PSP system titles will be published exclusively in North America by Bethesda Softworks, while in Europe, Ubisoft will serve as co-publisher.
“We’re very excited to be able to bring a game like Oblivion out for launch for the PLAYSTATION 3,” said Bethesda Softworks president, Vlatko Andonov. “Oblivion’s countless awards and commercial success to date make it clear that PLAYSTATION 3 owners are in for a real treat this November.”
Oblivion features a powerful combination of free-form gameplay, unprecedented graphics, cutting edge AI, character voices by acting legends Patrick Stewart, Sean Bean, Terrance Stamp, and Lynda Carter, and an award-winning soundtrack. Gamers can choose to unravel Oblivion’s epic narrative at their own pace or explore the vast world in search of their own unique challenges.
After the mysterious and untimely death of the Emperor, the throne of Tamriel lies empty. With the Empire ready to crumble, the gates of Oblivion open and demons march upon the land - laying waste to everything in their path. To turn the tide of darkness, you must find the lost heir to the throne and unravel the sinister plot that threatens to destroy all of Tamriel.
Preview of Marvel Ultimate Alliance for Wii !
[Category :] [Posted by Bjorn on Thursday, September 28 2006 @ 16:06 CET]
We have just updated our "Preview" section with a brand new oh yes, preview of Activision's upcoming action/RGP game "Marvel Ultimate Alliance".
The game is sheduled for a Fall 2006 release, coming out on most platforms and we took a closer look on the Wii version.
You can read the preview of "Marvel Ultimate Alliance" right here.
What's coming up on your Xbox360 ?
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Microsoft Corp. today thrilled attendees at its annual X06 event with announcements and gameplay experiences by inviting everyone to play the next generation now on the Xbox 360™ system. The announcements highlight how the world’s greatest game creators are stretching the bounds of what’s possible in high definition and online storytelling and included the following:
- A landmark partnership announced between Academy Award-winning writer, director and producer Peter Jackson, Academy Award-winning screenwriter Fran Walsh, and Microsoft Game Studios will create two new interactive entertainment series exclusively for Xbox 360 and Xbox Live®. The first series will be a collaborative effort with Bungie Studios to co-create the next great chapter in the “Halo®” universe. The second series will be an entirely original property targeted at bringing new audiences into the captivating world of interactive entertainment. In addition, Microsoft Game Studios will partner with Jackson and Walsh to establish Wingnut Interactive, a studio dedicated to the creation of world-class interactive entertainment.
- “Halo Wars” is an all-new real-time strategy game based on the legendary “Halo” universe and designed exclusively for Xbox 360 by Ensemble Studios, creators of the “Age of Empires®” franchise.
- Rockstar and Take-Two announced they will provide Xbox 360 gamers with exclusive access to two downloadable, epic episodes of “Grand Theft Auto IV” via Xbox Live, each with hours of entirely new gameplay and available only on Xbox 360 just months after the release of the title.
Ubisoft confirmed that the next “Splinter Cell” title, the next instalment in the series after “Splinter Cell Double Agent,” will be a console-exclusive on Xbox 360, a testament to the ability of Xbox 360 to deliver a complete experience no other console can match.
- 2K Games confirmed that “BioShock,” a revolution in the genre that will forever change the expectations for first-person shooters, will be released exclusively on Xbox 360 and Microsoft® Windows® next spring.
- “Project Gotham Racing® 4,” the latest addition to the best-selling racing franchise from Bizarre Creations exclusively for Xbox 360, was unveiled. “Project Gotham Racing 4” promises to continue the “Project Gotham Racing” pedigree of innovation by introducing exciting new experiences to racing fans worldwide.
- The beloved “Banjo-Kazooie®” franchise will breathe new, high-definition life on Xbox 360 exclusively from famed developer Rare Ltd.; astonishing next-generation visuals and presentation reunite beloved characters Banjo, Kazooie and Gruntilda — among other fan favourites — with their sharp wit and hilarious sense of humour.
- Microsoft Game Studios announced its highly anticipated new massively multiplayer online game, “Marvel Universe Online” for Xbox 360 and the Windows Vista™ operating system, developed by industry luminaries Cryptic Studios, creators of the smash hit “City of Heroes.”
- Two additions to Xbox Live Arcade were announced: the first-person shooter that pioneered the network-gaming era, “DOOM®,” from acclaimed developer id Software and Activision, is available today for download via Xbox Live Arcade. The game includes the original four-episode, single-player game, four-player split screen (cooperative and deathmatch) and four-player cooperative and deathmatch over Xbox Live. Also coming to Xbox Live Arcade soon is “Sensible World of Soccer” from Codemasters. Based on the classic 1994 Amiga title, “Sensible World of Soccer” will let gamers choose between the original graphics or an updated, high-resolution look and feel — while still capturing the original’s entire world of football.
- Arriving at retailers in North America, the U.K, France and Germany in mid-November 2006, the Xbox 360 HD DVD Player will retail for $199.99 in North America (estimated retail price)* and €199.99/£129.99 (estimated retail price)* in the U.K., France and Germany. The Xbox 360 HD DVD Player comes with the Universal Pictures’ blockbuster film Peter Jackson’s “King Kong” on HD DVD (for a limited time) and the Xbox 360 Universal Media Remote.
Xbox Live Launching In Portugal
[Category :] [Posted by Bjorn on Thursday, September 28 2006 @ 10:47 CET]
Xbox today announced the launch of Xbox Live in Portugal, bringing the innovative online gaming and entertainment service to Portuguese gamers and expanding its ever-growing community to 15 countries in Europe.
On November 2nd, Xbox Live will be open for business, with Xbox 360 gamers in Portugal able to sign up for the free Silver level of service or jump in to the full Gold experience directly from the Xbox 360 Dashboard (a free month of Xbox Live Gold membership comes with every Xbox 360 system).
Both Silver and Gold members will be able to enjoy downloadable demos, video, extra content for games, and the runaway success story that is Xbox Live Arcade. Gold members can also enjoy multiplayer action in games like Project Gotham Racing 3, Perfect Dark and many more, including the ability to choose from a full calendar of events such as competitions and Game With Fame sessions.
Facts on the Xbox360 HD DVD Player
[Category :] [Posted by Bjorn on Thursday, September 28 2006 @ 10:45 CET]
Microsoft Corp.’s line of Xbox 360™ Authentic Products continues to grow while enhancing the way people experience games and entertainment.
The Xbox 360 HD DVD Player offers Xbox 360 owners the most affordable way to jump into the next generation of DVD technology and experience HD DVD when they are ready. Just add Xbox 360 HD DVD Player to Xbox 360 for the ultimate home-theater experience with more clarity and detail than high-definition TV (HDTV) content via broadcast, cable or satellite.
Key Features of Xbox 360 HD DVD Player
The Xbox 360 HD DVD Player offers stunning video and immersive surround-sound audio, with six times higher resolution than DVD (up to1080p) through a component or VGA connection after the fall 2006 console update.
Innovative interactive content capabilities enable picture-in-picture commentary, scene selection and menu access — all while the movie is playing.
Users can enjoy blockbuster HD DVD releases, with more than 150 titles available by holiday season 2006 from major movie studios including HBO, Paramount Pictures, StudioCanal, Universal Studios and Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc.
Only HD DVD offers a “combo” disc: a DVD on one side allows playback on all existing DVD players, in your home or car; the other side is compatible with the HD DVD Player.
The player works seamlessly with your Xbox 360 system, using the system’s processing power and audio connections to deliver the highest possible video and sound quality.
Setup is easy: Just plug the HD DVD Player into the USB port on your Xbox 360 console and jump in.
The Xbox 360 HD DVD Player comes with the Xbox 360 Universal Media Remote (a $29.99 U.S. value) and the Universal Pictures film “King Kong” on HD DVD (a $39.98 U.S. value).
BIONICLE HEROES 360 Confirmed for X06
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Eidos Interactive, one of the world’s leading publishers and developers of entertainment software, and TT Games, the makers of LEGO Star Wars, today confirms the new LEGO™ adventure in BIONICLE™ HEROES, will be on show at Microsoft’s X06 event in Barcelona.
A new title for the Xbox 360™ video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, BIONICLE HEROES will cater for the younger Xbox 360 gamer. BIONICLE HEROES, the official BIONICLE video game, brings a totally new and thrilling adventure to your Xbox 360.
BIONICLE Heroes takes you to the amazing island of Voya Nui, a world filled with BIONICLE heroes and villains, past and present. Take control of the heroic Toa Inika and battle the villainous Piraka in a fight for the future of the island. Explore jungles, volcanoes and mountains on the mysterious island in this epic quest. In order to survive you must master the unique weapons and abilities of the Toa to battle through the ultimate BIONICLE adventure and emerge victorious.
“I am thrilled that BIONICLE HEROES is coming to Xbox 360,” said Jonathan Smith, Development Director, TT Games. “Now I can experience BIONICLE HEROES in a whole new way. The power of Xbox 360 really brings the BIONICLE universe to life in this exciting adventure.”
Activisions' X06 360 Line-Up
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Activision today announced it will show off its roster of holiday titles for the Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft at this year’s X06 event held in Barcelona, Spain.
Media and retailers worldwide will have the chance to get closer than ever to the fury of combat with Call of Duty® 3 and will experience the most realistic skateboarding game ever with the all-new Tony Hawk's Project 8™, built from the ground up to take advantage of the advanced capabilities of Xbox 360.
Additionally, RedOctane® announced today that Guitar Hero II™ will be rocking Xbox 360™. Guitar Hero II is the follow-up to 2005’s award-winning release, Guitar Hero, which rocked the game industry and garnered a stack of awards including: “Best Offline Multiplayer Game 2005” and “Music Game of the Year 2005” from IGN.com, “Best Soundtrack 2005” at the Spike TV Videogames Awards and five D.I.C.E. awards, including Outstanding Innovation in Gaming and Family Game of the Year.
Call of Duty 3, the follow-up to the #1 next-generation game, delivers the intensity of being closer than ever to the fury of combat during the battle for the Liberation of Paris, the most harrowing campaign of WWII, known as The Normandy Breakout. Through a seamless narrative, "Call of Duty 3" delivers the rush of unrelenting battle and breathtaking action of the Allied offensive that changed the fate of the world and will be released in November 2006. (Not yet rated in Europe.)
Reengineered from the ground up, Tony Hawk's Project 8 immerses players in the definitive skateboarding experience using ultra-realistic graphics, enhanced physics and extremely responsive controls that simulate the feeling of skating with every trick and bail. The game, to be released in November 2006, challenges players to experience the intensity and pressure of skating against some of the world's top pros in true to life competitions as they aim to become the #1 skater.
RedOctane Announces Guitar Hero II For Xbox 360
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RedOctane® announced today that the Guitar Hero™ crew will bring their award-winning tour to the Xbox 360™ video game and entertainment system from Microsoft.
“The tour will continue the rockin’ gameplay Guitar Hero fans have come to enjoy, and will now include expanded Xbox 360 capabilities,” said Kai Huang, president of RedOctane. “With Guitar Hero II for Xbox 360 rock rhythm, lead, or bass guitar tracks with downloadable content and the new X-Plorer® controller, designed specifically for the Xbox 360."
RedOctane will reveal an early glimpse of Guitar Hero II and the X-Plorer controller at X06, the Xbox® brand experience for the games and entertainment industry, being held on September 27th and 28th in Barcelona, Spain. This industry event is open to media and retailers from around the world to view the next-generation of games and accessories.
“With its large integrated hard drive, Xbox 360 provides an incredible platform for facilitating downloadable content,” said Dusty Welch, Head of Publishing, RedOctane. “We believe there is no better title to feature micro-transactions than a music game like Guitar Hero II, where the content is the basis of your experience. The relationship with the Xbox Live® Marketplace creates endless possibilities for exclusive content.”
Sensible World of Soccer cmoing to Xbox Live Arcade
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A dedicated Xbox Live Arcade™ edition of Sensible World of Soccer, the true sequel to the classic lightning-fast football game of the 1990s, is now in development for Xbox 360™, the next generation video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, and will arrive in Q1 2007, Codemasters and Microsoft announced today at X06, Barcelona.
Based on the classic 1994 Amiga title, Sensible World of Soccer will capture the original’s entire world of football, mixing management with super-fast match action and featuring teams and divisions from around the globe.
It is also confirmed that the Xbox Live Arcade edition will take the ultimate football kickabout online, enabling players to compete head-to-head in matches, friendlies, tournaments, and custom leagues over Xbox Live®. The off-line game will further offer the classic twenty-season career mode, which gives gamers the opportunity to play as thousands of different teams.
The Xbox Live Arcade edition will also enable players to switch between visuals refined for Xbox 360, with a high-def display up to 720p, and the original game’s retro visuals. Sensible World of Soccer will be available for Xbox Live Arcade in Q1 2007.
Eidos Presents... CROSSFIRE
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Eidos Interactive, one of the world’s leading publishers and developers of entertainment software, is proud to announce the new next-generation title, CROSSFIRE (working title) debuting exclusively first on the Xbox 360™ video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and Games for Windows.
When the US government needs intelligence but wants no association with an operation, deniable operatives are dispatched. Responsible for covert paramilitary actions, the Special Activities Division is a division of the Central Intelligence Agency’s former Directorate of Operations, now the National Clandestine Service. Members of the unit must bear no identity; no objects, papers or clothing that could associate them in any way with their employees, CROSSFIRE draws its inspiration from this group of highly skilled individuals.
An innovative new two player co-op FPS from award-winning developers, Pivotal Games, CROSSFIRE is set in today’s delicately balanced political climate, focusing on two covert field operatives, experts in weapons and military tactics. CROSSFIRE allows players the freedom to switch seamlessly, at any point, between these two operatives to lay down cover fire, explore different paths through levels, create a distraction or pin down the enemy under crossfire. The intuitive command system encourages the player to focus 100% on action, without a moment to catch their breath. Featuring full destructible environments and Hollywood-esque explosive moments, the game takes place in politically sensitive areas across South America, Africa and Siberia.
“Being able to develop a true next generation title is always both exciting and challenging,” said Darren Barnett, Development Director, Eidos. “We are able to utilise the power of Xbox 360 in so many different areas, such as making use of true next-gen lighting techniques, designing fully destructible environments and really exploiting the game’s concepts into new multiplayer areas with the Xbox Live® online game service. CROSSFIRE will offer a new approach to the next-gen FPS genre.”
CROSSFIRE (working title) will be coming to Xbox 360 in 2007.
id Software Releases Doom On Xbox Live Arcade
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Turn back the clocks and crank-up the action, id Software’s DOOM® is available now for the Xbox 360™ video game and entertainment system by download from Microsoft’s Xbox Live® Arcade.
The game, which premiered today at X06 in Barcelona, brings legendary DOOM mayhem to gamers, who for the first time ever can relive the classic demon-blasting fragfest in both single-player and 2-4-player co-operative and Deathmatch modes over Xbox Live or splitscreen. DOOM for Xbox Live Arcade is available in most worldwide markets for 800 points and is rated “M” for Mature by the ESRB.
Originally created by id Software, and developed for Xbox Live Arcade by Nerve Software, DOOM delivers all the original nightmarish demons and hellish zombies in enhanced graphics supporting High-Definition displays along with 5.1 Surround Sound. Gamers can also unlock a full array of achievements and access leaderboards featuring match-making capabilities for the ultimate Deathmatch competition.
“Haul out the BFG and fire-up the chainsaw, DOOM delivers the heart-pounding thrills of the original experience to a new generation,” said Todd Hollenshead, CEO, id Software. “Now with Xbox Live Arcade, gamers can take the classic action online for over-the-top Deathmatch or team-up in co-op play.”
Originally released in 1993, DOOM introduced millions to the terrifying and exhilarating excitement of first-person action. As a lone marine stranded on Mars when a military experiment literally goes to hell, gamers must face off against an army of demons and un-dead marines using the BFG 9000 and an arsenal of classic weapons in order to survive this deadly assault and save mankind from certain extinction. DOOM for Xbox Live Arcade delivers all the era-inspiring action of Ultimate DOOM including all four original episodes in one complete Xbox Live experience.
Football Manager 2007 demo is coming!
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SEGA Europe Ltd & Sports Interactive today announced the forthcoming PC, Mac and Intel Mac demo for Football Manager 2007 will be released at 00.01am 1st October.
The demo will be available in two versions: a “vanilla” demo including English and Scottish Leagues (suitable for those with slower connection speeds) and a "strawberry" demo featuring leagues and languages from across Europe (suitable for those with higher connection speeds).
The URL for the “vanilla” demo will be revealed and announced in the UK's biggest selling tabloid newspaper, the News of the World on Sunday 1st October who will initially host the demo in conjunction with Play.com.
The "strawberry" demo will initially be available as a torrent file from the Sports Interactive website at www.sigames.com, with mirrored sites of both available during Sunday 1st October.
The “strawberry” demo features player photos, club and league logos, a selection of European languages and a wider range of European leagues to choose from and is suitable for those players with high speed internet connections. The “vanilla” demo is a lighter version with no player photos, features only the English and Scottish leagues and is only playable in English and perfect for those players with slower internet connection speeds.
The demo provides a great opportunity for players to test their managerial skills whilst sampling first hand the wealth of new features that acclaimed developers Sports Interactive have included to make Football Manager™ 2007 the most user friendly version of Football Manager to date.
Football Manager™ 2007 contains over one hundred new features and provides the most user friendly Football Manager™ experience ever. In amongst all the new features fans old and new will find aspects of the game tailored to suit their every need. From basic and advanced set up modes through to improved scouting options Football Manager™ 2007 also caters perfectly for both players with new and old machines.
Football Manager™ 2007, the next in series of the world’s most successful sports management game, will be available on PC, Mac and Intel Mac, the Xbox 360™ video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and Football Manager™ Handheld 2007 on Sony PlayStation®Portable handheld entertainment system (PSP™) before Christmas 2006.
Updated Perfect Dark Zero v1.2 + DLC1 review
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Call us a bit crazy if we decide to re-review a game that's already out for about 9 months for the Xbox360 but nevertheless since this was one of the launch games, it also had it glitches and faults, even on multiplayer.
Since Rare, the developer, has released "two patches" and also four new MP maps, it was time to "proper" review this latest adventure with Joanna Dark called "Perfect Dark Zero".
Read the full updated v1.2 + DLC1 review right "here"
Ridge Racer 7 for PlayStation 3 announced
[Category :] [Posted by Bjorn on Wednesday, September 27 2006 @ 12:44 CET]
Namco has just announced that the latest instalment of the acclaimed drift racing game, "Ridge Racer 7" returns on PLAYSTATION 3.
Key Features:
Drift racing at its best: Ridge Racer™ 7 includes a total of 40 machines and 22 exhilarating courses filled with nitrous, fast corners and hairpin turns. With reversed courses, the total grows to 44, the most in the series ever!
Customise your ultimate machine: The brand new machine customisation mode gives players the power to create their dream machine with 375,000 possible visual customisations and 7,150 tuning modifications. Any racing style can be brought to life for the most hardcore or casual gamer
Race your way to the top: In the new career mode, RIDGE STATE GRAND-PRIX, work yourself up to become the best Ridge Racer. The player will be tested to the limit, building a career from the ground up in over 160 races
Online play: In addition to the single player modes, Ridge Racer 7 will produce heated races for up to 14 players (TBC). Racers will be able to bring their customised machine online to prove who the ultimate Ridge Racer is. Online features also include a true global ranking system with downloadable content.
Gothic 3 is now FINALLY GOLD !
[Category :] [Posted by Bjorn on Wednesday, September 27 2006 @ 12:43 CET]
Thousands of fans have been shocked after the message: “Gothic 3 is not gold anymore”.
Rumours about delays, current situation of development and quality problems circulated trough the community and fans became much more nervous each day.
JoWooD Productions, Deep Silver and Piranha Bytes attach great importance to on a very good quality which suits the expectations of the fans.
Due to this reason the version has been optimized till the last second. Now it’s done: Gothic 3 is ready and in production.
The game will be released on the 13th of October.
SONIC the Hedgehog demo for 360
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Another demo has just appeared on Xbox360 Live Marketplace and it's the upcoming next-gen SONIC game from SEGA, "Sonic The Hedgehog".
Grab it now since well, it's SONIC and everybody loves the blue hedgehog!
The full game should be available around November 2006.
LEGO Star Wars II: The Original Trilogy Xbox360 demo
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The demo of the "LEGO Star Wars II: The Original Trilogy" is now available on Xbox 360 Marketplace.
Any LEGO and/or Star Wars fan should download this one since it's really fun to play.
Perhaps your decision to buy it or not will be easier once you downloaded the LEGO II demo.
Available now!
Mage Knight DS available in US
[Category :] [Posted by Bjorn on Wednesday, September 27 2006 @ 12:38 CET]
Big Blue Bubble, a leading developer of handheld and wireless games, is pleased to announce that Mage Knight: Destiny’s Soldier for the Nintendo DS is now available nationwide.
Based on the best-selling collectable miniature game from WizKids Games, Mage Knight: Destiny’s Soldier stays true to the popular tabletop gaming franchise. With a deep and structured combat system based on the established Mage Knight rules, the player is presented with the most strategic turn-based game to be offered on the Nintendo DS™ to date. It's compelling story and immense environment ( 80+ maps including villages, forests, mountains, and icy plains ) further immerse the player into Mage Knight's world as they take on the role of Destiny's Soldier, creating and commanding their own custom army ( utilizing 90+ different units of troops ) to defeat the Solonavi and bring peace back to the Land.
Mage Knight: Destiny’s Soldier, published by Namco Bandai Games America Inc. and rated “E 10+” for ages 10 and up by the ESRB, is now available.
Rockstar Games Announces L.A. Noire
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Rockstar Games is pleased to announce a partnership with Team Bondi Pty Ltd to publish the ground-breaking next generation crime thriller L.A. Noire.
Developed by Team Bondi, a new Australian based studio founded by Brendan McNamara, of The Getaway, L.A Noire is an interactive detective story set in the classic noir period of the late 1940's. L.A. Noire blends action, detection and complex storytelling and draws players into an open-ended challenge to solve a series of gruesome murders. Set in a perfectly recreated Los Angeles before freeways, with a post-war backdrop of corruption, drugs and jazz, L.A. Noire will truly blend cinema and gaming.
Sam Houser of Rockstar Games serves as Executive Producer and Brendan McNamara as Director of Development for L.A. Noire.
"Brendan and I have known each other for a long time, and to finally have the opportunity to work together on a game is exciting," said Sam Houser, Founder of Rockstar Games. "The longstanding mutual respect and the combined experience between the two of us make this a great partnership," added Brendan McNamara, CEO of Team Bondi.
L.A. Noire is a next-generation title and will be published by Rockstar Games.
Ice Age 2 melts down to Wii
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Sierra Entertainment announced today that the video game Ice Age 2 The Meltdown, based on the worldwide blockbuster animated film from 20th Century Fox is being developed for Nintendo's highly anticipated Wii console and will be available at retailers nationwide this holiday season.
Ice Age 2 The Meltdown for Wii will utilize the full capability of Wii and its unique controller.
"We are excited to bring such an entertaining game to such an innovative platform," said Cindy Cook, chief strategy and marketing officer, Vivendi Games. "Ice Age fans and gamers of all ages will without a doubt enjoy embarking on this new adventure, within the game itself and as part of the truly unique Wii experience Nintendo is bringing to consumers."
Elie Dekel, executive vice president, Fox Licensing & Merchandising, added, "Ice Age is an amazing franchise and the perfect fit for Nintendo's next generation platform. Ice Age 2 promises to utilize the Wii's specs to the fullest capacity for a great gaming experience. Thanks to the cooperation of much of the voice talent from the film, fans will get to explore a true extension of one of the year's biggest blockbusters."
F.E.A.R. Demo For 360 Invades Xbox Live
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Sierra Entertainment today announced that the single-player demo for the Xbox 360 version of the award-winning F.E.A.R. (First Encounter Assault Recon) is now available via Xbox Live.
F.E.A.R. is a paranormal action thriller presented entirely in first person. An unprecedented adrenaline rush of close quarters combat seamlessly melded with the spine-tingling, shocking intensity of the paranormal unknown.
Already a critical and commercial smash on the PC, F.E.A.R. brings a new level of FPS game play to Xbox 360 with brand new single-player content designed to immerse the player deeper in the world of the F.E.A.R. team, as well as brand new multiplayer content created to fully utilize Xbox Live®.
Developed by Day 1 Studios in conjunction with Monolith Productions, F.E.A.R. is an intense first-person close-quarters combat experience with rich atmosphere and an engaging, paranormal horror storyline.
Dolby Digital 5.1 and Dolby TrueHD for PS3
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Dolby Laboratories, Inc. announced today that the PLAYSTATION®3 computer entertainment system from Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. (SCEI) will support Dolby® Digital 5.1 surround sound for next-generation entertainment, including games and movie titles in the Blu-ray Disc format.
PLAYSTATION 3 will feature interactive Dolby Digital 5.1 surround sound for games, Dolby Digital, and Dolby TrueHD for decoding up to 7.1 channels for Blu-ray movie playback.
This powerful combination of Dolby technologies allows people to enjoy movies and games in discrete multichannel surround sound on the tens of millions of audio/video receivers and home theater systems worldwide that are equipped with Dolby technology.
“The launch of PLAYSTATION 3 represents the next chapter of gaming and entertainment,” said Izumi Kawanishi, Corporate Executive and Senior Vice President of Software Platform Development Division, SCEI. “Dolby TrueHD and Dolby Digital 5.1 complement the tremendous innovations delivered through PLAYSTATION 3, which offers the best possible high-definition entertainment experience.”
“In the age of high definition, games need to look and sound better than ever before,” said John Griffin, Marketing Director, Games, Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby TrueHD and Dolby Digital 5.1 will bring new levels of emotion and realism to movies and games. We think people will be amazed once they connect their PLAYSTATION 3 to an audio/video receiver or home theater system.”
New details for first Wii Far Cry game from Ubisoft
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Today, Ubisoft officially announced the title and details for its upcoming Far Cry video game for the new Wii console- Far Cry Vengeance.
Based on the highly-successful Far Cry Evolution, Far Cry Vengeance expands on the experience with a new storyline, new maps and new weapons. The game takes advantage of the revolutionary Wii Remote and Nunchuck allowing players to drive, shoot, slash, jump, and climb their way through a rebel-infested, tropical hell. Far Cry Vengeance will be a Wii launch title.
About the Game
The incident at Jacutan Archipelago changed Jack Carver’s life forever. Jack has had little choice but to embrace the disturbing talents unleashed by Krieger’s unique brand of folk medicine. Back at his home port in Micronesia, Jack thought he had finally found paradise. But when a gorgeous woman draws him in on a dangerous heist, their sun-drenched days take a chilling turn. Hunted for a murder he didn’t commit, Jack must draw on his most savage instincts to make his predators his prey. Game features include:
Wii Unleashed – Dig deeper into the power of the Wii Remote and Nunchuck through survival tactics that include driving, shooting, jumping, balancing, climbing, grenading, and Far Cry’s ever-popular Feral attacking.
PS3 20GB HDD equipped with HDMI as standard
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Sony Computer Entertainment today announced that PLAYSTATION 3 (PS3) with 20GB hard disk drive (HDD) will come equipped with HDMI (*) (Ver 1.3/supporting Deep Colour) output as standard with the system. PS3 with 20GB HDD will become available in Japan at a new recommended retail price of 49,980 yen (tax included).
Since SCEI first announced product specifications of PS3 at the Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3) in May 2005, demand for enjoying full HD quality image and realistic digital sound through HDMI has grown tremendously. Given the sharp increase in availability of flat displays supporting HDMI in the market, SCEI has decided to equip HDMI as standard on all PS3 systems.
SCEI, with strong support from software developers and publishers, will offer a broad line-up of exciting and innovative titles and vigorously promotes the PS3 platform.
(*) High-Definition Multimedia Interface
Cabela's Alaskan Adventures in retail stores
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The ultimate hunting and fishing adventure to North America's last great frontier is at gamers' fingertips with the release of "Cabela's® Alaskan Adventures," available now from Activision Publishing.
Designed with the sportsman in mind, the game immerses players in Alaska's outback and, for the first time ever, allows them to track trophy animals, fish, hunt birds, ride a dog sled and compete in various outdoor-themed contests.
"In 'Cabela's Alaskan Adventures,' players set out to capture the ultimate trophy in one of America's most pristine environments," states Dave Oxford, Activision Publishing, Inc. "The game features a wide variety of hunting and fishing expeditions that will challenge and entertain even the most seasoned outdoorsmen. This game sets the standard by which all hunting/fishing titles will be measured."
Players will use a combination of skill and strategy to complete 38 hunting and fishing adventures across 12 vast Alaskan regions from the North Slope to Ketchikan. With more customization than ever before, each adventure begins at an Alaskan outpost where players choose from thousands of gear options, including rifles, shotguns, bows and arrows, fishing tackle, clothing, scents, calls and more. Gamers are also able to go exploring or get to their next hunting spot by choosing to ride a snowmobile, truck or ATV. With more than 20 species of the most sought after Alaskan Trophy Game, including Yukon Moose, Barren Ground Caribou, Grizzly and Kodiak Bears, Roosevelt Elk, Dall Sheep, Sitka Black-Tailed Deer, and 10 different species of Alaskan fish, including Sockeye Salmon, Dolly Varden and Arctic Char, hunters and fishermen alike will be challenged for hours in the virtual Alaskan wild.
Currently in retail stores nationwide, "Cabela's Alaskan Adventures" is the first title for the Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft to combine the thrill of the hunt with the challenge of fishing.
Only Dolby Pro Logic II for Wii Console
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Dolby Laboratories, Inc. announced today that the Wii™ gaming console from Nintendo Co., Ltd. will use Dolby® Pro Logic II technology to offer gamers an immersive surround sound experience.
"The Wii™ console will break down the walls that separate gamers from everyone else” said Koji Kondo, Manager, Sound Group, Entertainment Analysis and Development Division, Nintendo Co., Ltd. “Sound is a key part of this equation and because Wii supports Dolby Pro Logic II surround sound technology, we think everyone can have a great audio experience."
"Dolby Pro Logic II technology ensures that the Wii console can offer rich, immersive surround sound, which is essential to a great gaming experience,” said John Griffin, Marketing Director, Games, Dolby Laboratories. "We're looking forward to hearing how great Nintendo's games sound at launch."
Availability
Nintendo has announced that the Wii console will be available in North America on November 19, in Japan on December 2, 2006 and in Europe on December 8, 2006.
Capcom announces Devil May Cry 4 for PS3
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Capcom, a powerhouse in the multi-billion dollar video game industry, today announced Devil May Cry ®4, the latest entry into the riveting action franchise for the PlayStation„µ3 computer entertainment system. Fear resonates in the underworld as a new protagonist crosses paths with a familiar hero who seemingly inexplicably slaughters countless people. From producer behind the original Devil May Cry and Resident Evil 4, the underworld will be pushed to the brink of chaos as the fate of old and new clash when Devil May Cry 4 is released throughout North America. Details regarding the release date are still to follow.
Long ago the Dark Knight Sparda awoke to justice and rebelled against the dark emperor, to wage a one-man war to save humanity. Thousands of years later, a religious organization worships this renowned savior and has taken it upon themselves to rid the world of all demons. Residing in Fortuna, a castle city on the coast, this “Order of the Sword” has an elite group of “Holy Knights” dedicated to carrying out this very creed. Rising among the ranks, a young cynical warrior named Nero witnesses Sparda’s legendary son Dante slaughter countless “knights”. Has the renowned devil hunter turned his back on mankind? What does this encounter mean for these two individuals and why has destiny brought them together?
In Devil May Cry 4, players control the formidable Nero who comes to grips with his newly found power as his beliefs and allegiance are tested. Continuing the legacy of fast paced action synonymous with the series, Devil May Cry 4 pushes the envelope of excellence even further with the inclusion of a new combat system that incorporates Nero’s “Devil Bringer”. This new feature has players delivering overwhelming damage to enemies with non-stop combos, while gaining new power for Nero’s right arm. With the PlayStation 3 system's advanced graphical capabilities, high definition visuals and intricate detail come to life as players explore new and exotic locales. Amazing visual effects and dynamic action coupled with a complex storyline, provides the very cool, slick and stylish attitude that only a Devil May Cry game can deliver.
F.E.A.R. Extraction Point demo released
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The demo for F.E.A.R. Extraction Point has been released.
The demo features a level from the upcoming F.E.A..R. expansion pack: Extraction Point and gives players a preview of a never-before-seen weapon and new enemy.
To download the demo or for more information visit the official F.E.A.R. community site at http://fearfans.com.
SEGA announces Armored Core 4
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SEGA® of America, Inc. today announced that it will publish Armored Core® 4, the newest addition to FromSoftware's mech-based combat franchise, Armored Core. From the developers of the acclaimed title Chromehounds™, Armored Core 4 is scheduled for release on the Xbox 360™ video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and the PLAYSTATION®3 computer entertainment system, in spring 2007.
"FromSoftware is a very talented team that specialize in developing mech-based combat games," said Scott A. Steinberg, Vice President of Marketing, SEGA of America, Inc. "Building on the success of Chromehounds, we believe that Armored Core 4 will deliver an action-packed experience that will not only cater to the diehard fans, but will attract new fans to the mech-based combat genre."
Armored Core 4 is scheduled for release on Xbox 360™ video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and PLAYSTATION®3 system in spring 2007.
Latest Metal Slug game added to the Anthology!
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Following the announcement of Metal Slug Anthology for the PSP® (PlayStation®Portable), Ignition Entertainment is pleased to announce that the previously unreleased (outside of Japan) Metal Slug 6 will also be included in the already sort after package.
After its successful release in the arcades, Metal Slug 6 will now complete the compilation that offers players the chance to experience the franchise that has been much admired over the last ten years.
This time the ‘Ikari Warriors’ – Ralf Jones and Clark Still (also familiar to fans of the KOF series) join in the action to aid Marco, Tarma, Eri and Fio in their battle with the elusive General Morden.
‘The inclusion of Metal Slug 6 in the Anthology, means that an all ready great package has just got a whole lot better’ Says Peter Rollinson, Product Manager, Ignition Entertainment Ltd. ‘Metal Slug Anthology now offers something for everyone’
Age of Empires III: The WarChiefs Strikes Gold
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“Age of Empires III: The WarChiefs,”* the expansion pack to the best-selling “Age of Empires III,” has gone gold, introducing three playable Native American civilizations in a struggle for control of the Americas. The next installment of the “Age of Empires” franchise for Windows from Microsoft Game Studios and Ensemble Studios will hit store shelves on 20th October.
The new expansion pack will build off of the exciting real-time-strategy (RTS) gameplay of “Age of Empires III,” providing players with the ability to lead one of three proud Native American civilizations including the Iroquois Confederation, the Sioux Nation and the Aztec Empire. “Age of Empires III: The WarChiefs” will include enhanced gameplay features with the addition of the WarChief unit, Tribal Council and Fire Pit.
Players will also enjoy new ways to play and win with the introduction of new gameplay elements and content including new civilizations, a new gripping single player campaign, Home City enhancements and additional maps and units. Additional content will be added to all existing European civilizations along with extended gameplay elements with new gaming strategies such as Trade Monopoly and Revolution.
Content of Tokyo Game Show straight on Marketplace!
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Gamers don’t have to be on the Tokyo Game Show and X06 guest lists to have a front row seat to all of the action, because this year Xbox brings these event show floors to you. Following on from the success of “E3: Bringing It Home,” Xbox is inviting all gamers to enjoy exclusive access via Xbox Live Marketplace to Tokyo Game Show, the largest show from the world’s second largest gaming market, and X06, the ultimate Microsoft games showcase.
From Wednesday 20th September to Friday 29th September, connected gamers can access the best content from the Tokyo Game Show in Japan and X06 in Barcelona, Spain, including highlights from both press briefings, daily updates and behind the scenes videos from the show floors as well as the hottest playable game demos and videos in high definition. The majority of this content will only be available until 08.00 a.m. GMT on 30th September, so be sure to download everything you want while it is available.
There will also be a brand new Xbox Live Arcade title launch each week, one at Tokyo Game Show and one at X06, including a never before announced major franchise making its way onto Xbox Live Arcade. In total, more than 100 pieces of new downloadable content will be available to gamers during the nine day period.
EA announces SKATE for PS3 and 360
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The closest thing to being on a skateboard, Electronic Arts announced today that SKATE will be released for the PlayStation®3 system and the Xbox 360™ video game and entertainment system in 2007. SKATE will deliver the feel of skating through innovative controls, authentic cameras and a fully reactive skateboarding city. The game features professional skaters such as Danny Way and PJ Ladd, as well as a reactive city and relevant in-game cameras that capture and deliver the most authentic skateboard videogame experience to date.
“Our game offers a skate mecca for both skaters and gamers in search of the definitive authentic skating video game experience,” said Scott Blackwood, executive producer, EA Black Box. “We’re focused on capturing the actual feeling of skating with the innovative control system, the physics driven animations, the intelligent cameras working together to really deliver the closest thing to being on a board.”
SKATE’s unique control scheme captures the true feel of skating versus the typical button mashing gameplay of past skating games. Featuring physics-driven animations, gamers will have a unique gaming experience every time they pick up the controller since no two tricks will ever be the same.
New Downloadable content for Kameo: Elements of Power
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Gamers everywhere can now relive the magic of “Kameo: Elements of Power” with incredible new content from the “Kameo Power Pack.” Microsoft and Rare today announced the availability of the new downloadable content via Xbox Live Marketplace.
The “Kameo Power Pack” gives players brand-new gameplay content such as weapons, armor, 15 new achievements, and exciting gameplay modes that provide “Kameo” fans a new reason to revisit the magical world of “Kameo.”
Expert Mode: Expert Mode features six re-mastered tougher-than-ever levels, for both solo and cooperative play. Gamers should be prepared to face battles that make even the most hardcore “Kameo” veterans cringe. Suited up in their exclusive new Armor Skins, all ten Elemental Warriors are on-hand to help in the enhanced combat.
Time Attack Mode: In Time Attack Mode, players team up with a friend over split-screen, System Link, or Xbox Live, and work together to try and beat the clock – as well as the Trolls – against seemingly impossible odds.
Rune Battle Mode: Rune Battle Mode turns traditional “Kameo” co-op on its head, with new versus gameplay that pits gamers against one another – and an army of Trolls – in a fight to grab the most runes. Unique new weapons are on-hand for gamers to thwart their adversary in this no-holds-barred arcade scramble!
Both Expert Mode and Time Attack Mode also feature new respective leaderboards – allowing gamers to size up the competition and compare themselves to other “Kameo” enthusiasts.
Note: Xbox Live multiplayer features require installation of the free “Kameo Co-op Pack.”
Kingdom Under Fire: Circle of Doom" Readies for Battle on Xbox 360
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Microsoft announced today that “Kingdom Under Fire: Circle of Doom” will hit store shelves in Q2 2007. The Xbox 360 exclusive will take the franchise in a new direction as developer BLUESIDE and series director Henry Lee plan to create a truly next-generation Action-RPG, departing from their well-known Action-RTS formula.
Taking advantage of the Xbox 360 processing power, randomly generated dungeons and landscapes, along with thousands of fierce on-screen enemies attacking from all directions, will test the abilities of even the most skilled gamers and make for a new adventure around every corner. With a newly enhanced, intuitive control system, gamers will experience fast, blood-thirsty action.
Although not a direct successor to the previous “Kingdom Under Fire” titles, “Circle of Doom” serves as an important link between the storylines of its predecessors. The game features a cast comprised of heroes from all previous “Kingdom Under Fire” games, and depending on the player’s decisions, the story can quickly branch out in unexpected directions.
“Kingdom Under Fire: Circle of Doom” will also feature Xbox Live components. Though full details are yet to be revealed, players can choose to play alone or recruit up to four team members to continue their quest together online.
The game will be published globally by Microsoft, with the exception of Korea.
Namco's MotoGP goes GOLD for the PSP
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Leading video games publisher and developer NAMCO BANDAI Games America Inc. announced today that the latest installment in the most realistic and action-packed motorcycle racing series, MotoGP, has gone gold and is scheduled to ship on September 26, 2006 for the PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) system.
The game boasts thrilling new features including the new 2005 roster, unlockable rewards, and a wireless multiplayer mode that allows up to eight players to race against each other for the ultimate racing experience on two wheels.
“Featuring licensed motorcycles, official tracks and riders make MotoGP the ultimate motorcycle racing game for the PSP,” said Yoshi Niki, Product Group Director at NAMCO BANDAI Games America Inc. “With a selection of new modes, a roster of famous riders and a variety of unlockable rewards, MotoGP allows fans of the series to immerse themselves into the most authentic Grand Prix racing experience yet.”
MotoGP includes famous riders such as Valentino Rossi, Marco Melandri, Nicky Hayden, Troy Bayliss, Carlos Checa, Alex Barros and Shinya Nakano. In addition, players will face new challenges in this portable installment in order to unlock cool rewards such as one-on-one mode, hidden riders, MotoGP movies, and more!
NBA 2K7 Playable Demo Available on Marketplace
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Shipping on September 25th on the Xbox 360™ and Xbox® video game and entertainment systems from Microsoft and the PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system, NBA 2K7, the latest installment of the #1 rated 2K basketball series** , is now available as a playable Xbox 360 demo via Xbox Live® Marketplace.
Gamers can download the free exclusive demo that delivers a four-minute exhibition game of NBA 2K7, allowing basketball fans to experience the most exciting NBA simulation title this year.
“2K Sports has always delivered the best basketball simulation on any console and NBA 2K7 raises the standard for all sports games,” said Erik Whiteford, vice president of marketing for 2K Sports. “With the NBA 2K7 demo now available on Marketplace, every Xbox 360 gamer will be able to play this demo and see for themselves why NBA 2K7 delivers the most complete and entertaining NBA video game experience anywhere.”
Update on Wii price for games and addons
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We received an update from the Nintendo Media Room about the price of the first- (from Nintendo) and third party games (from other publishers).
It also includes the prices for the various Wii controllers.Nintendo first party games will retail at the estimated retail price of between 49 Euros and 59 Euros (£34 to £39 in the UK).
Additional controllers will also be available from launch at the estimated retail prices of: Wii Remote - 39 Euros (£29 in UK), Nunchuk – 19 Euros (£14 in UK) and the Classic Controller – 19 Euros (£14 in UK)
Updating News Script
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We have updating our "news script" a bit today since from now on you'll be able to see the time when the newsitem was posted on site.
At times, it all depends how fast we receive the press-releases from the various publishers/developer but some newsitems are posted very fast on the newspage and probably its their first public viewing here on PlayDevil.com.
Nintendo announce EUROPEAN Wii Launch!!
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Yes, that's the info we were waiting for!
Today at a press conference held in London’s Docklands, Mr Iwata, Global President of Nintendo Co., Ltd. unveiled a new dimension in home entertainment. Nintendo announced ways to involve every member of the family in gaming via the new Wii console, as well as the much-anticipated price, date and software line-up for the console’s European launch.
Wii is set to revolutionise the face of gaming when it launches in Europe on 8th December 2006 at an estimated retail price of 249 Euros (£179 in the UK), bundled with Wii Sports.
Accompanying the console launch will be around 20 software titles including Wii Play and The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess and from third party publishers launch games include: Ubisoft’s RED STEEL, EA’s Need for Speed: Carbon, Activision’s Tony Hawk’s Downhill Jam, THQ’s Disney/ Pixar’s Cars and Sega’s Super Monkey Ball Banana Blitz.
Nintendo announce Wii Australia launch
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Nintendo will reshape the home entertainment and video game landscape with the launch of its heralded Wii home video game console.
As part of a global launch period, Wii will arrive in Australia on December 7th.
Wii will be sold as an affordable, mass-consumer product at an SRP of just $399.95. The price includes one wireless Wii Remote controller, one Nunchuk™ controller and the groundbreaking collection of five different Wii Sports games on one disc, which anyone can play using simple movements, experienced or not.
Codename: Panzers – Cold War by EA and 10Tacle Studios
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Electronic Arts Inc. and 10TACLE STUDIOS AG today announced a joint distribution agreement for the release of the real-time strategy game “Codename: Panzers – Cold War”. Through the partnership, Electronic Arts will distribute the game across Europe, and the Darmstadt-based development firm 10TACLE STUDIOS will take responsibility for marketing and project management.
The PC title is due to be released at the end of 2007.
Hungarian developer team Stormregion is creating and developing the successor to the hit title “Codename: Panzers”. For the first time ever, the series leaves the World War II stage to take the story into Cold War East-West conflicts fought on fictitious battlefields. The developers have placed special emphasis on deep story lines and rich battle effects.
“The Stormregion team behind “Codename: Panzers – Cold War” is acclaimed for its outstanding quality development and varied gameplay” said Jörg Rohrer, Business Development Director at EA Germany. “The cooperation with 10TACLE STUDIOS will help this real-time strategy game get the success it so richly deserves in Europe.“
Wolfgang Duhr, Marketing & Sales Manager at 10TACLE STUDIOS AG, said “We are delighted to be able to continue the successful partnership we have enjoyed with EA in Germany and expand our agreement to the European level. Codename: Panzers – Cold War is definitely the right title to ensure a successful cooperation.”
NEW Shot of the Week
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Or better, "shot of the end week" really. Sorry it took so long to update our SOTW but we couldn't really find any interesting screenshot to put online.
But we found one and it's a screenshot of the alpha version of the upcoming desert-based RTS game "Warfare", which was presented at GC 2006.
Enjoy!
Our SOTW can be found on the right side of every page, just under "Latest Demos".
GTR 2 Now Shipping in North America!
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Viva Media and 10Tacle Studios are proud to announce the North American release of GTR 2, the world’s most realistic racing simulation.
Extending the ground-breaking physics engine found in GTR, GTR 2 takes the thrill of driving to new heights. GTR 2, the official simulation of the FIA GT championship, features more than 140 high detailed cars and 34 different track-layouts in a hyper realistic racing world with breathtaking real-world-like effects.
CEO Carlo Voelker commented, “The original GTR forever changed the expectations of a racing simulation. Building on the greatness of its predecessor, GTR 2 has established itself as the world’s most realistic racing simulation.”
The fastest selling title for the Xbox 360 is ...
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exactly, Capcom's zombie horror game, "Dead Rising" !
Here's the official story:Dead Rising is officially the fastest selling title in the UK for the Xbox 360™ video game and entertainment system from Microsoft according to Chart Track figures and debuts in the All Formats chart this week (w/e 9th September 2006) at number 1 beating off stiff competition from Test Drive Unlimited and Saints Row.
“We’re thrilled that Dead Rising has done the business,” commented Claire Mercer UK and Export, Sales and Marketing Director, “Consumer anticipation has been astronomical along with excellent support from retail and press; the advertising campaign was also one of our most impactful yet”
“We’re so pleased that Japanese developers like Capcom are creating such quality games for the 360,” commented Microsoft’s UK regional Director, Neil Thompson, “And with 360 games taking the top 3 spots in the all formats chart this week it shows the growing strength of the platform in the UK and augers very well for the future.”
NBA 2K7 demo soon on Xbox Live Marketplace ?
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Indeed, tomorrow morning a playable demo of 2K Games "NBA 2K7" will be released on Xbox Live Marketplace.
Unfortunately, and here's the bad news, this demo WILL ONLY be available to the American version of Xbox Live Marketplace.
So if your not living in the US, you won't be able to play it.
According to 2K Games Euro Benelux Product Manager, Warner, which contacted us, the European demo of NBA 2K7 will be made public with X06, probably on September 22nd.
LMA Manager 2007 playable demos for PC and Xbox 360
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Get in some pre-season training before it really starts to matter as Codemasters launches playable demos of LMA Manager 2007 for both the PC and the Xbox 360™ video game and entertainment system from Microsoft.
Ahead of the full game’s launch on September 22nd, the PC demo is now available to download from http://www.codemasters.co.uk/lma2007.
The Xbox 360 demo is available as a free download on Xbox Live Marketplace.
The fully-featured PC demo gives prospective managers a half-season run in the hot seat of a top division club from the game’s featured English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Dutch or Portuguese playable leagues. Then build your squad, train them and see how far they can get in the space of 6 months. Some professional managers don’t even get that long!
In the Xbox 360 demo, players take charge of Liverpool in a prestigious European tie with Inter Milan at the new Wembley Stadium. This is a must-see spectacle in its own right, as the real life stadium is still under construction.
The demo starts on the match day screen where managers can tweak the squad and decide on their match-winning tactics before kick-off. Then, as the match plays out in the next generation of LMA Manager’s acclaimed interactive 3D Match engine, bring on substitutes, make cunning tactical changes and yell at the players on the pitch from the touchline with the dugout shouts feature.
Nintendo announces American and Japan Wii launch date and price!
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Nintendo will reshape the home entertainment and video game landscape with the launch of its heralded Wii™ home video game console. Wii will go on sale in the Americas on November 19th and Japan on December 2nd - European launch date, price and software line up will be announced at a press conference in London tomorrow (Friday 15th).
Wii will be sold as an affordable, mass-consumer product at an MSRP in the US of just $249.99. The price includes one wireless Wii Remote controller, one Nunchuk™ controller and the groundbreaking collection of five different Wii Sports games on one disc, which anyone can play using simple physical movements, experienced or not.
Every Wii console will include another distinctive feature: a series of on-screen “channels” that make up the Wii Channel Menu, which makes the console approachable and customizable for everyone, from the most avid gamer to people who have never played before. The Wii Channel Menu is the starting point for all of the console’s functions. The “channels” offer a gateway to a rich variety of entertainment options. When connected to a TV, the Wii Channel Menu offers a simple interface letting users pick games to play, get news or weather, upload and send photos or even create playable caricatures of themselves to use in actual games. The variety of options available through the Wii Channel Menu motivates both gamers and non-gamers to turn on Wii’s power every day.
Between launch day and Dec. 31, Wii owners across America will enjoy a robust lineup of 30 software titles, with selections for everyone from video game veterans to newcomers. Some top Nintendo launch titles include Wii Sports, a compilation of tennis, baseball, golf and bowling; The Legend of ZeldaÆ: Twilight Princess; and EXCITE TRUCK™. While publishers are free to set their own prices for games, first-party Nintendo titles will have an MSRP of $49.99. Wii’s self-loading media bay also can play the entire library of more than 530 Nintendo GameCube™ titles from day one.
Third-party developers around the world have lined up to provide unprecedented support for Wii, “I believe the Wii will attract new and casual gamers to the world of interactive entertainment,” says Larry Probst, Chairman and CEO, Electronic Arts. “It’s a fun, easy and economical system that will become a bridge to gaming for mainstream audiences. At EA, we are putting more support behind the Wii than any Nintendo hardware launch since the Super NES.”
Additional information about the list of Virtual Console games and the pricing structure will be revealed in the coming weeks.
Playable demo of Fifa 07
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EA Sports has just released a playable demo of their upcoming football game "Fifa 07".
The demo includes six teams and one stadium. It also features an DirectX installer, just in case this is the very first game on your PC.
You can download the Fifa 07 demo right from EA Downloader here.
Broken Sword: The Angel of Death Unsheathed
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Broken Sword: The Angel of Death, the latest computer game from revered York-based developer Revolution Studios, is released tomorrow, 10 years after the series’ original title hypothesised ideas which would later spawn a genre of religion-conspiracy thrillers.
The original in the series, Broken Sword: The Shadow of the Templars, published in 1996, pitched an American male lead and a female French protagonist into a terrifying plot involving church and state in a thrilling adventure. The game drew on the historical backdrop of the Knights Templar with conspiracies that resonated through to the present day. Indeed many fans of the series consider that this must have provided a direct inspiration for the characters in the best-selling novel ‘The Da Vinci Code’.
The latest in the series – Broken Sword: The Angel of Death – once again sees unwitting hero George Stobbart investigate dark secrets from a long-forgotten history, uncovering a nefarious plot and an age-old rivalry between the world's most powerful factions, and exposing a secret that they have secretly fought over for millennia. It is a secret that will ultimately lead George's latest adventure, filled with intrigue, passion and love, to a climatic but ultimately tragic conclusion.
Broken Sword: The Angel of Death retains many of the ingredients which made the original title such a hit: an intelligent plot, thought-provoking puzzles and lavish production values.
Broken Sword: The Angel of Death will be published by THQ for PC on Friday, 15th September 2006.
Gothic 3 Has Gone Gold In Europe!
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Finally, it`s done: The gold master of Gothic 3 has been completed and delivered to the production facility. Developer Piranha Bytes, Publisher JoWooD Productions and Co-Publisher Deep Silver will be delighted to release the game on the 13th of October, on schedule.
"Great Previews in the most important Special Interest magazines, an overwhelming number of preorders and a community consisting of more than 500.000 fans shows that this is a game that cannot be ignored. We are looking forward to the release of Gothic 3, and we are proud of what the developers at Piranha Bytes have accomplished during the last months", comments Stefan Berger, Senior Brand Manager JoWooD Productions, on the coming release of Gothic 3.
Playable Demo Available of NHL 2K7 On Xbox Live Marketplace
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In addition to debuting this week on the Xbox 360™ and Xbox® video game and entertainment systems from Microsoft, NHL 2K7, the latest in the #1 rated** hockey game series, is now available as a playable Xbox 360 demo via Xbox Live® Marketplace.
For the first time, gamers can download the exclusive demo to play an exhibition game of NHL 2K7 and enjoy a free preview of the finest hockey video game this year.
“2K Sports’ top-rated hockey franchise has always been highly praised by gamers. With the NHL 2K7 demo now available on Marketplace, every Xbox 360 gamer will be able to test drive this year’s installment and experience for themselves the best next generation NHL game on the market,” said Erik Whiteford, vice president of marketing for 2K Sports. “2K Sports has earned a reputation for developing the highest rated games and NHL 2K7 continues this legacy with new features you can’t get anywhere else.”
NHL 2K7 is poised to continue its streak of being the top-rated hockey video game for four-straight years** by introducing a groundbreaking presentation system and all-new controls. NHL 2K7 captures the drama of hockey with Cinemotion™, a new feature that combines unique camera angles, cut-scenes and orchestrated music for a more exciting and immersive gaming experience. In addition, the Pressure Control™ feature enhances the defensive controls by allowing players to instruct teammates to defend specific opposing players.
NHL 2K7 is now available for the Xbox 360™ and Xbox® video game and entertainment systems from Microsoft. NHL 2K7 for the PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system will be available in early October, with the PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system title available this holiday season.
New Bioshock Screenshots
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We have updated our "Screenshots" section with two brand new screens of 2K Games upcoming fantastic underwater FPS, "Bioshock".
These screens look amazing and we can't wait until the full game or even a demo is released.
Check out those two new screenshots right here.
GTR 2 goes GOLD !
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Atari and 10tacle Studios today announced that development is complete on the eagerly awaited Windows racing game ‘GTR 2 – FIA GT Racing Game’, the follow up to the globally acclaimed FIA GT game GTR from developer SimBin.
Already well on the way to re-affirming the position of the franchise as the ultimate PC racing simulation, GTR 2 is scheduled for release across Europe on 29th September 2006.
GTR 2 takes the franchise to new heights with a monumental 140+ accurately modelled cars from two full FIA GT seasons and a higher level of painstaking detail than ever seen before. The slightest scratch will show up on the pristine bodywork, and even mild collision damage to the chassis will alter the handling, while big crunches send debris flying spectacularly in all directions. Players can even see the brake discs visibly change colour as they get hotter beneath the rims. GTR 2 also features a driving school where players can take lessons on cornering, braking and overtaking techniques to help them on their breakneck journey to becoming the ultimate GT driver.
“GTR 2 has taken this incredibly strong franchise up the next level in terms of detail and realism, which is no mean feat given the exquisite GTR that preceded it,” said Cyril Voiron, Marketing Director, Atari Europe. “Europe’s media are already responding to this, lavishing comprehensive praise and fantastic review scores on this magnificent product.”
Ubisoft Announces Prince Of Persia Rival Swords For The PSP
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Today Ubisoft, one of the world’s largest video game publishers, announced Prince of Persia Rival Swords for the PSP system.
Developed by Pipeworks Software, a Foundation 9 Entertainment company, the game builds on last year’s console success’ Prince of Persia The Two Thrones, and features original content such as additional levels and new multiplayer modes. The game is scheduled to ship for Christmas 2006 in Europe and in 2007 in North America.
In Prince of Persia Rival Swords, the Prince makes his way home to Babylon, bearing with him Kaileena, the enigmatic Empress of Time, and unspeakable scars from the Island of Time. But instead of the peace he longs for, he finds his kingdom ravaged by war and Kaileena the target of a brutal plot. When she is kidnapped, the Prince tracks her to the palace – only to see her murdered by a powerful enemy. Her death unleashes the Sands of Time, which strike the Prince and threaten to destroy everything he holds dear. Cast out on the streets, hunted as a fugitive, the Prince soon discovers that the Sands have tainted him, too. They have given rise to a deadly Dark Prince, whose spirit gradually possesses him.
Ubisoft Sneaks Out Splinter Cell Double Agent To Wii
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Today Ubisoft, one of the world’s largest video game publishers, announced that Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell Double Agent will be available for the launch of Nintendo’s highly anticipated Wii.
Developed by Ubisoft’s award-winning Montreal studio, Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell Double Agent™ further establishes Ubisoft as a leading third-party provider of Wii launch titles.
“We are very excited to bring Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell Double Agent™ to the Wii this Christmas season,” said John Parkes, director of marketing at Ubisoft EMEA. “The Splinter Cell franchise has always translated very well across multiple platforms and we are confident that the Wii version will continue the tradition of maximising the capabilities of each respective video game console platform.”
About Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell Double Agent™
Veteran agent Sam Fisher is back. But he's never faced an enemy like this before. To stop a devastating terrorist attack, he must infiltrate a vicious terrorist group and destroy it from within. For the first time ever, experience the relentless tension and gut-wrenching dilemmas of life as a double agent. As you infiltrate a terrorist organisation in its American headquarters, you must carefully weigh the consequences of your actions. Kill too many criminals and you'll blow your cover. Hesitate too long and millions will die. Do whatever it takes to complete your mission, but get out alive.
Nyko's Multi Reader 360 for Xbox 360
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Nyko Technologies, a premier peripherals manufacturer, has shipped the Multi Reader 360 for the Xbox 360 to major retailers. The Multi Reader 360 enhances the capabilities of the Xbox 360 by giving gamers an easy way to listen to music, view photos and participate in group gaming sessions with one affordable device.
The compact Multi Reader 360 serves as a USB hub for the Xbox 360, giving users the ability to connect up to three USB enabled devices to the unit (cameras, MP3 players, iPod, PSP, etc.) simultaneously. The unit also features a “Multitap” functionality that allows up to 4 wired controllers to connect to the Xbox 360 simultaneously via the Multi Reader 360 for multiplayer gaming action. In addition, the product serves as a multi-format flash media reader for all the popular memory formats (Smart Media, Compact Flash, Memory Stick/Pro and Secure Digital) to view digital photos. The Multi Reader 360 gives owners a variety of ways to access media through their console, opening up additional Xbox 360 functionality. For example, users can insert music from their iPod into their favorite videogame or watch a photo slideshow from a digital camera while listening to their favorite songs, by implementing the Multi Reader 360.
“By combining three products in one, the Multi Reader 360 gives gamers endless media options on their Xbox 360,” said Chris Arbogast, Marketing Manager, Nyko Technologies. “We wanted to give users a way to easily access their favorite content simultaneously through the Xbox 360 and enhance their overall gaming experience.”
Nyko’s Multi Reader 360 is now available at major retailers nationwide.
Expansion packs for Blitzkrieg available
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Following the successful digital releases of Lula 3D and City Life, CDV Software Entertainment is pleased to announce that two exciting expansions for Blitzkrieg are available immediately for purchase and download.
The two highly anticipated expansions - Mission Kursk and Green Devils, both require an installed copy of the original Blitzkrieg (or Blitzkrieg: Rolling Thunder / Blitzkrieg: Burning Horizon) to run. Both expansions add fierce new battles, diverse units and intense campaigns to Blitzkrieg, the award-winning WWII RTS.
Both expansions are available for purchase and download at http://www.blitzkrieg.de.
Mission Kursk
The 15 missions in Mission Kursk's campaigns will offer gamers a taste of the last great Eastern Front campaign of World War II. Characterized by brutal tank battles that first saw the widespread use of battlefield behemoths like the Tiger and Ferdinand, Mission Kursk contains 40 new units, 25 new structures, additional sound-effects and an upgraded graphics engine. Mission Kursk will offer gamers more than 50 hours of additional game play.
Green Devils
Death from above threatens, as Green Devils introduces Blitzkrieg fans to the game's first extensive airborne campaign. An additional campaign, "9th Panzers," allows players to command units in famous missions such as Dunkirk, Operation Typhoon and Operation Citadelle. From the creator of Blitzkrieg: Burning Horizon and Blitzkrieg: Rolling Thunder, the Green Devils expansion will introduce players to all new battlefields and offer a four-mission "Tank School" that includes skill enhancing tips from the expansion’s designer.
F.E.A.R. Extraction Point demo available
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Sierra Entertainment, a division of Vivendi Games, is pleased to announce that the demo for F.E.A.R. Extraction Point, the first expansion pack for one of the most critically acclaimed titles of 2005, will be released for download today (Wed, September 13th) at 10 a.m. PST.
F.E.A.R. is a paranormal action thriller presented entirely in first person, an unprecedented adrenaline rush of close quarters combat seamlessly melded with the spine-tingling, shocking intensity of the unknown.
F.E.A.R. Extraction Point kicks off where the original game ended – with a bang. The First Encounter Assault Recon Team (F.E.A.R.) returns to battle the now free Alma and her paranormal minions across a destroyed city. New locations, weaponry and enemies combine to take the F.E.A.R. franchise to new levels of action and suspense.
Developed by TimeGate Studios, F.E.A.R. Extraction Point is an intense first person close-quarters combat experience that expands and continues the rich atmosphere and engaging, paranormal horror storyline first unleashed in F.E.A.R.
To get more information on F.E.A.R, or to download the Extraction Point demo, please visit http://www.whatisfear.com.
F.E.A.R. Extraction Point is planned to ship for PC on October 24th, 2006.
More than 1 mil. units of Call of Duty 2 for Xbox 360
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Activision, Inc. announced today that Infinity Ward’s critically acclaimed Call of Duty 2 for the Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system has sold more than one million units in the U.S. alone, according to NPD Funworld.
The award-winning title is the # 1 best selling game on Xbox 360 and continues to be among the highest rated games for the platform, according to Gamerankings data.
“We are proud that Call of Duty 2 is the first title to sell over one million units on the Xbox 360 in the U.S.” said Robin Kaminsky, executive vice president, Activision Publishing.
“Activision has made a strong commitment to develop leading franchises for the next-generation consoles and we look forward to continuing that successful strategy with our titles launching on Xbox 360 PlayStation® 3 and the Wii™ this fall.”
LEGO Star Wars II ships to retailers worldwide
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LucasArts and TT Games today announced that it has shipped its hotly anticipated videogame, LEGO Star Wars II: The Original Trilogy, to retailers worldwide. Presale data, retailers and wide-ranging rave media reviews of the game all point to its broad appeal.
LEGO Star Wars II combines the fun and endless customization of LEGO play with a hilarious, tongue-in-cheek take on the epic story, characters and action from the classic Star Wars: Episodes IV, V and VI films. In order to provide immediate fun and accessibility for all families, LEGO Star Wars II is available on eight platforms, including the PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system, Xbox 360 and Xbox® video game systems from Microsoft, Nintendo GameCube™, Nintendo DS™, Nintendo Game Boy® Advance, PSP® (PlayStation®Portable system) and Windows.
Bliss Island in production for PSP
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Codemasters today confirmed that a dedicated PSP system edition of Bliss Island is in production and will launch this winter.
Bliss Island is a frantic, fun and fiendishly compulsive skill game created by heroes of the indie-development scene Pompom Software (Space Tripper, Mutant Storm). Bliss Island first appeared as a web-based mini game and is currently available as a PC title from over 100 casual gaming portals, such as Funsta.com (www.funsta.com). Now a PSP system specific edition is in development and designed to extend the title’s unique gotta-have-another-go gameplay.
Packed with a totally feel good vibe and play that's instantly accessible, Bliss Island is a funky skill based game that centres on keeping kinetic objects moving. Using just the analogue stick and an action button, players will juggle, race, attack, defend and direct a collection of cute characters through a series of mini-games that share this uniquely intuitive yet deceptively fiendish control system.
Age of Empires 2 DS review online
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While the turn-based strategy game, "Age of Empires: Age of Kings" isn't out here yet in Europe, we from PlayDevil.com managed to review an US version of the game to give everybody who's waiting so long an in-depth look before the European version, sheduled for a November release hit our streets.
Reviewer Ian played it to death and he certainly enjoyed it!
Read his full review right of "Age of Empires: Age of Kings" for DS right here.
Company of Heroes ships to EU retailers
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THQ Inc today announced that Company of Heroes from internal studio Relic Entertainment has shipped for Windows PC, taking the Real Time Strategy (RTS) genre to new heights with unprecedented graphic quality and revolutionary game-play.
Beginning this week, gamers can experience what PC Gamer called “one of the best RTS games ever made” for a suggested retail price of $49.99.
“Company of Heroes is a next-generation Windows PC title in every sense, and has been one of the most anticipated titles, by press and retail outlets worldwide, since its award-winning debut,” said Kelly Flock, executive vice president of worldwide publishing, THQ. ”This week’s launch enhances Relic’s pedigree as the industry’s leading RTS developer and establishes yet another premiere original franchise for THQ.”
Updating Xbox 360 Review Archive
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Today we have updated our "Xbox 360 Review Archive" with another absolutely stunning title, "Kameo: Elements of Power".
Since this game wasn't reviewed at the European Xbox 360 launch, one of our new reviewers here on PlayDevil.com, Nathar took a closer look at this next-gen project from developer Rare and reviewed it very in-depth.
Probably one of the best adventure games for the Xbox360 and if you haven't played it yet, then this review might give you a better look.
"Kameo: Elements of Power" review can be read right here.
Updated Tomb Raider Legend for 360 / PSP review online
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One of our new reviewers, Jason took a very closer look on Crystal Dynamics latest Lara Croft adventure for the Xbox360 (and PSP), "Tomb Raider: Legend" and wrote a very updated review of the game.
Since the game is already a few months out here we decided that's still worth, since it's an updated review, to publish it online for anybody who haven't read it or curious how it looks/plays/...
You can read the updated Xbox360 / PSP review of "Tomb Raider: Legend" right here.
Sam & Max debuts in October
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Sam & Max are finally back! GameTap, the first-of-its-kind broadband entertainment network from Turner Broadcasting System, Inc. (TBS, Inc.), and interactive entertainment pioneer Telltale Games today announced that GameTap subscribers will get exclusive 15-day access to all "Sam & Max" episodes, beginning with the debut of the first episode on October 17th, 2006.
All told, Sam & Max: Season 1 will boast six brand-new episodes with the pilot launching on GameTap's first birthday, October 17th, and new episodes launching one-a-month starting in December and running through April. Each episode will be available to GameTap subscribers as part of the monthly subscription rate of $9.95. Fifteen days after each month's debut on GameTap, the episodes will also be available for purchase for customers worldwide from the Telltale Games website, www.telltalegames.com. Pricing for purchases from Telltale will be announced in the coming weeks.
The October 17th season premiere episode of Sam & Max: Season 1 will be called "Culture Shock," and begins as Sam and Max discover that a group of former child stars have become involved in nefarious deeds. Only the six foot dog and his cunning rabbit companion can unravel the mystery! Fans can learn more about the insidious details at Telltale's Sam & Max games website.
NHL 2K7 For Xbox 360 And Xbox Have Gone Gold
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NHL 2K7, the latest in the #1 rated** hockey video game series, has gone gold and is set to hit retail shelves on September 12th. NHL 2K7 introduces a completely new skating engine and a multitude of new features, enriching the virtual ice rink experience.
“I’m really proud of NHL 2K7,” stated Greg Thomas, president of Visual Concepts, a 2K Sports studio. “In my opinion, not only is this the best playing hockey video game in the history of the NHL 2K series, but truly the best playing hockey game on the market. Cinemotion is one of the most innovative and interesting advancements in gameplay and in-game presentation that I’ve been a part of. Hats off to the development team.”
Gamers can play in a whole new perspective with Cinemotion™ - an exclusive and revolutionary experience that brings the game a new dramatic dimension with unique camera angles and striking orchestrated music. Cinemotion utilizes cut scenes shot from brand new perspectives to further heighten the drama and excitement of the game.
Xbox Live Arcade Unplugged Volume 1 hits EU retail
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Microsoft today announced the European launch of Xbox Live Arcade Unplugged Volume 1, a new disc compilation featuring; hit Xbox Live Arcade games plus a free 1 month Xbox Live Gold subscription and downloadable Xbox Live Arcade demos. For the (estimated retail price (ERP) of €39.99 / £24.99 Xbox Live Arcade Unplugged Volume 1 arrives in stores across Europe on 15th September 2006.
Xbox Live Arcade Unplugged provides a taste of the Xbox Live Arcade experience for gamers everywhere, with a great collection of new and original casual games that are fun, engaging and easy to learn and pick up and play.
Xbox Live Arcade Unplugged Volume 1 includes:
6 Xbox Live Arcade hit titles:
1. Geometry Wars® Retro Evolved - One of the most popular games on Xbox Live Arcade, Geometry Wars Retro Evolved is a space shooter with a frenetic, high-definition twist
2. Wik: Fable of Souls™ - Wik’s beautifully mysterious world of fairytale charm unfolds as you swing by your tongue through 120+ single player levels and 7 modes of play, including same-console multiplayer!
3. Outpost Kaloki X™ - Solve challenges, entertain visiting aliens, and rake in the money in Outpost Kaloki X, the light-hearted space station tycoon game
4. Bejeweled® 2 Deluxe - With awe-inspiring planetary backdrops, explosive new gems and dazzling special effects, Bejeweled 2 is more wildly addictive than ever before!
5. Hardwood Backgammon - Play a game of classic Backgammon against the computer, against a friend on a single console, or against on online opponent over Xbox Live
6. Texas Hold ‘em - This poker title simulates the tournament setting right in your home, and with Xbox Live Vision, you’ll feel like you are in Las Vegas
Free 1 month Xbox Live Gold subscription
3 downloadable Xbox Live Arcade demos:
1. UNO ®
2. Marble Blast® Ultra
3. Feeding Frenzy™
Scarface: The World Is Yours To Hit UK Retail Shelves October 13
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Sierra Entertainment, a division of Vivendi Games, will deliver Scarface: The World Is Yours, the hotly anticipated video game based on the 1983 film classic, to UK store shelves on October 13th for the PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system, the Xbox® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and Windows PC.
In addition, Scarface fans will have an opportunity to score additional bonus material through a special “Collector’s Edition” of the game.
NCsoft Europe Releases Another Lineage II Expansion
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NCsoft® Europe has released Chronicle 5: Oath of Bloo