EA Announce Dragon Age 2 Is Currently In Development For The Playstation 3, Xbox 360, And PC

EA Have announced that Dragon Age 2 is currently in development at BioWare. Dragon Age 2 is set to come out on March 2011 on the Playstation 3, Xbox 360, And PC. EA announce that this sequel will bring more action, improved graphics, a new combat system, and a new dynamic story to the series. Despite all these new features, the game will still be familiar to players of the original game.

In Dragon Age 2, you play as Hawke, a refugee who has risen from nothing to the most important character in the Dragon Age World. the story of the game will span 10 years and will let players tell the tale of the refugee of the Blight right through to him becoming the champion. how you play the game will shape, the moral choices you make, the enemies and friends you make over time, this is all important to Hawkes story.

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EDMONTON, Alberta--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Leading video game developer BioWare™, a studio of Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ:ERTS), confirmed today that Dragon Age™ 2 is in development at BioWare’s Edmonton-based studio. Dragon Age 2 is the sequel to the triple-platinum-selling Dragon Age: Origins which was named “RPG of the Year” in 2009 by Game Informer, G4, IGN, and SpikeTV. With Dragon Age 2, the world’s preeminent RPG developer is revolutionizing the genre again, infusing the universe with more action, a new, more responsive combat system and a dynamic story that is already among the most multifaceted in gaming.Dragon Age 2 traces the rise to power of Hawke, a survivor of the Blight and a hero who will transform the face of the Dragon Age universe forever. The new game is scheduled for release in March of 2011 on the Xbox 360® videogame and entertainment system, PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system and PC.

“Last year’s launch of Dragon Age: Origins was one of the most successful in BioWare’s 15-year history and one of the most successful new IP launches in the 28 year history of EA,” said Dr. Ray Muzyka, Senior Vice President of Electronic Arts and co-founder and Group General Manager of BioWare. “Dragon Age 2 will simultaneously deliver an epic story and set a new bar for intense action in the genre. We're very excited to deliver this next bold evolution in the Dragon Agefranchise to our fans.”

“With Dragon Age 2 we are creating an exciting new entry point into the Dragon Age universe while ensuring that fans of the original game retain a sense of satisfaction and familiarity in the world,” said Dragon Age 2 Executive Producer Mark Darrah. “We are amplifying the things that made Dragon Age: Origins such a huge success while introducing a more dynamic combat system, improving the graphics, and telling the most important story in our world.”

Dragon Age 2 thrusts players into the role of Hawke, a penniless refugee who rises to power to become the single most important character in the world of Dragon Age. Known to be a survivor of the Blight and the Champion of Kirkwall, the legend around Hawke’s rise to power is shrouded in myth and rumor. Featuring an all-new story spanning 10 years, players will help tell that tale by making tough moral choices, gathering the deadliest of allies, amassing fame and fortune, and sealing their place in history. The way you play will write the story of how the world is changed forever.

Dragon Age 2 is in production for the Xbox 360 videogame and entertainment system, PlayStation 3 computer entertainment system, and PC. For more information on Dragon Age 2, please visit our website atwww.DragonAge.com, follow us on Twitter at www.twitter.com/dragonage or on Facebook athttp://www.facebook.com/home.php#!/DragonAgeOrigins.

About BioWare
BioWare develops high quality console, PC and online role-playing games, focused on rich stories, unforgettable characters and vast worlds to discover. Since 1995, BioWare has created some of the world's most critically acclaimed titles, including Baldur's Gate™, Neverwinter Nights™, Star Wars®: Knights of the Old Republic™, Jade Empire™, Mass Effect™ and Dragon AgeTM. BioWare operates in Edmonton (Alberta, Canada), Montreal (Quebec), Austin (Texas) and Fairfax (Virginia). Currently announced projects at BioWare include the development of ongoing downloadable content for Mass Effect 2™, one of the highest rated video games of all time, Dragon Age 2, the highly anticipated sequel to 2009’s “RPG of the Year” Dragon Age: Origins, and the story-driven massively multiplayer online game, Star Wars®: The Old Republic™. In 2008, BioWare was acquired by Electronic Arts, a leading global interactive entertainment publisher. For more information on BioWare, visit www.bioware.com, or follow us on Twitter at www.twitter.com/biofeed. To join the millions of fans already registered on our community, go to http://social.bioware.com.

About Electronic Arts
Electronic Arts Inc. (EA), headquartered in Redwood City, California, is a leading global interactive entertainment software company. Founded in 1982, the Company develops, publishes, and distributes interactive software worldwide for video game systems, personal computers, wireless devices and the Internet. Electronic Arts markets its products under four brand names: EA SPORTS™, EA™, EA Mobile™ and POGO™. In fiscal 2010, EA posted GAAP net revenue of $3.7 billion and had 27 titles that sold more than one million units. EA's homepage and online game site is www.ea.com. More information about EA's products and full text of press releases can be found on the Internet at http://info.ea.com.

BioWare, Mass Effect, Dragon Age and Jade Empire are trademarks owned by EA International (Studio and Publishing) Ltd. EA, EA SPORTS, EA Mobile and POGO are trademarks of Electronic Arts Inc. Xbox and Xbox 360 are trademarks of the Microsoft group of companies. PlayStation is a registered trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

EA Announce The PC Version Of FIFA 11 Runs On The Same Game Engine As The PS3 And 360 Versions

EA have announced that this years PC version of FIFA 11 will run on the same engine that is used on the PS3 and Xbox 360 versions of the game. The PC version of the game engine has been in development for 2 years and has been fully optimised for the PC. As it runs on the same engine as the PS3 and Xbox 360 versions, the PC game features the same 360° dribbling system and much improved Physics and AI, over previous PC versions.

Press Release

Guildford, UK – 8th July, 2010 – Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: ERTS) announced today that the football engine that drives the award-winning EA SPORTSTM FIFA gameplay on the PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system and Xbox 360® videogame and entertainment system has arrived for FIFA 11 PC. Two years in development, the console game engine has been optimised for PC, delivering next generation console-quality gameplay, game modes and visuals to FIFA 11 PC.

“The EA SPORTS FIFA franchise is committed to investing and innovating for PC and this is a watershed moment,” said Executive Producer Kaz Makita. “We are delivering to FIFA 11 PC the high quality gameplay, innovative game modes and stunning graphics that have made FIFA the highest rated sports game on the PlayStation3 and Xbox 360 and winner of over 50 sports game of the year awards.”

The physics-based, data-driven technology behind the EA SPORTS football engine has been optimised for PC to deliver true freedom on the pitch with individuality of player control and movement, sophisticated ball touches, and physical interaction between players. FIFA 11 PC will feature the market-leading true 360° dribbling system that gives players precise control of the ball and next generation animation technology that delivers Skilled Dribbling, enabling skilled dribblers to face defenders and use highly responsive lateral dribbling to skip past them. Plus, Physical Play has been improved using collision sharing, creating a varied, less predictable, and extended fight for possession between players.

FIFA 11 PC features and game modes will be revealed in the coming weeks and months. Visit WWW.FIFA.EASPORTS.COM for more information.

FIFA 11 will be available in stores Oct. 1 across Europe and Asia for the PlayStation®3, Xbox 360®, WiiTM, PC, PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system, Nintendo DSTM, PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) system and mobile. It is developed under the EA SPORTS brand by EA Canada in Burnaby, B.C. The game has not yet been rated.

EA SPORTSTM is one of the leading sports entertainment brands in the world, with top-selling videogame franchises, award-winning interactive technology, global videogame competitions and breakthrough digital experiences. EA SPORTS delivers personal access to the emotion of sports through industry-leading sports simulation videogames, including Madden NFL football, FIFA, NHL® hockey, NBA ELITE basketball, NCAA® Football, Fight Night boxing, EA SPORTS MMA, Tiger Woods PGA TOUR® golf, and EA SPORTS Active.

For more information about EA SPORTS, including news, video, blogs, forums and game apps, please visit www.easports.co.uk to connect, share and compete.

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About Electronic Arts
Electronic Arts Inc. (EA), headquartered in Redwood City, California, is a leading global interactive entertainment software company. Founded in 1982, the Company develops, publishes, and distributes interactive software worldwide for video game systems, personal computers, wireless devices and the Internet. Electronic Arts markets its products under four brand names: EA SPORTSTM, EATM, EA MobileTM and POGOTM. In fiscal 2010, EA posted GAAP net revenue of $3.7 billion and had 27 titles that sold more than one million units. EA's homepage and online game site is www.easports.co.uk. More information about EA's products and full text of press releases can be found on the Internet at www.easports.co.uk/press.

EA, EA SPORTS, EA Mobile, Pogo and EA SPORTS Active are trademarks of Electronic Arts Inc. Official FIFA licensed product ' © The FIFA brand OLP logo is a copyright and trademark of FIFA. All rights reserved.' Manufactured under licenese by Electronic Arts Inc. Player names and likenesses used under license from FIFA, International Federation of Professional Footballers "(FIFPro)" and national teams. John Madden, NFL, NHL, NBA, NCAA, Tiger Woods and PGA TOUR are trademarks of their respective owners and used with permission. Microsoft, Xbox, and Xbox 360 are registered trademarks of the Microsoft group of companies. “PlayStation” and PSP are registered trademarks of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. Wii and Nintendo DS are trademarks of Nintendo. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

Sega Announce Vanquish Is Coming Out In Europe On 22nd October

Sega have announced that Vanquish is coming out on the Playstation 3 and Xbox 360 in the EU on 22nd October. Sega have also announced that those who pre-order the game will get the Tri-Weapon pack. this pack, which can be downloaded from the PSN and XBL when the game is released. this pack consists of the Boost Machine Gun, Anti-Armor Pistol and Laser Cannon.

The Boost Machine Gun has impressive overall fire power and the speed to dispense rounds similar to that of a heavy machine gun. The Anti-Armor Pistol fires a special penetrative shell. The Laser Cannon is a miniaturised space warship laser and is more powerful than any other weapon available for infantry.

Press Release

LONDON (July 8th, 2010) – SEGA® Europe Ltd. is excited to confirm that VANQUISH™, the epic sci-fi third-person action shooter from acclaimed game director Shinji Mikami, will hit stores across Europe on October 22nd 2010. In addition to this news, customers who pre-order a copy of the game with selected stores will receive exclusive access to a three-weapon pack, available via Xbox LIVE® Marketplace and PlayStation®Store on the same day.

The Tri-Weapon pack contains a small arsenal of experimental technology, made up of the Boost Machine Gun, Anti-Armor Pistol and Laser Cannon. This triple threat of futuristic weaponry gives players an edge in surviving the frenetic and massive battles onboard the vast space station setting of VANQUISH™. The Boost Machine Gun is an early experimental weapon with impressive overall fire power and the speed to dispense rounds similar to that of a heavy machine gun. The Anti-Armor Pistol fires a special penetrative shell and was manufactured to tackle hostile forces with much stronger armour. Finally, the Laser Cannon is a miniaturised space warship laser and is more powerful than any other weapon available for infantry.

VANQUISH™ will be released for the Xbox 360® and PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system across Europe on October 22nd. To find a store to pre-order please contact your local SEGA offices. For more information about the game please visit www.vanquish-game.com.

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About SEGA® Europe Ltd.:
SEGA® Europe Ltd. is the European Distribution arm of Tokyo, Japan-based SEGA® Corporation, and a worldwide leader in interactive entertainment both inside and outside the home. The company develops and distributes interactive entertainment software products for a variety of hardware platforms including PC, wireless devices, and those manufactured by Nintendo, Microsoft and Sony Computer Entertainment Europe. SEGA’s global website site is located at www.sega.com.

About PlatinumGames:
PlatinumGames Inc. is an independent entertainment development studio located in Osaka, Japan and is dedicated to making high quality, next generation games for a variety of hardware platforms. Previously established as ODD Ltd. in February 2006, the company changed its name to ODD Inc. in July 2006. In October 2007, ODD merged with SEEDS Inc., a company established by ex-key members of Clover Studio Co. Ltd, a subsidiary company of Capcom. Thereafter the company changed its name to PlatinumGames Inc.

Nintendo Announce Metroid: Other M Is Coming Out In The UK And EU On 3rd September

 Nintendo UK have confirmed that Metroid: Other M is coming out in the UK and in the EU on the 3rd September.

From Nintendo UK

Capcom Reveal The Boxart For Dead Rising 2

Capcom have revealed the Xbox 360 and Playstation 3 boxart for Dead Rising 2. The Boxart show that the game is rated M for Mature.

Capcom have also announced that a new Dead Rising 2 website has gone live. at the site you follow 4 characters, Lance, Gretchen, Wallace and Johnny Pipes, as they try to get tickets and see Terror Is Reality XVII. the site will also tease and show some new features from Dead Rising 2.

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EA Reveal Dead Space Ignition, A Downloadable Prequel To Dead Space 2

EA Have revealed Dead Space Ignition, a downloadable prequel game from Ignition Entertainment that tells the story of the initial Necromorph outbreak on the Sprawl. Dead Space Ignition was written by Antony Johnston, the author who wrote the 6-book Dead Space comic series that came out in 2008. Dead Space Ignition is set to come out on both the PSN and XBLA this fall.

Steve Papoutsis, Executive Producer on the Dead Space franchise, has revealed that Dead Space Ignition is just one of the many upcoming game extensions they have planned for Dead Space 2. Dead Space Ignition is a interactive comic-style game that also has 3 Mini-Games to play in order to survive, Hardware Crack, Trace Route and System Override.

Dead Space Ignition does allow players to finish the game in multiple ways as it as a “Choose Your Own Adventure” type narrative. in all there are 4 unique endings to the game, and for every ending you complete you unlock you will be awarded with in-game items for Dead Space 2, like an exclusive suit for Isaac Clarke, that can be used when it comes out on 25th January 2011.

Press Release

REDWOOD CITY, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Hours before engineer Isaac Clarke begins his adventure on “The Sprawl” in Dead Space™ 2 a Necromorph outbreak occurs – but how did the events unfold? Players will witness the horror first-hand when Visceral Games™, an Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: ERTS) studio releasesDead Space Ignition, an all-new downloadable game that takes place on the Sprawl and challenges players to survive the initial Necromorph outbreak. Dead Space Ignition will be available in Fall 2010 on Xbox LIVE™ Marketplace and the PlayStation®Network.

“Dead Space Ignition is the first of many exciting game extensions we have planned for the launch of Dead Space 2,” said Steve Papoutsis, Executive Producer on the Dead Space franchise. “The interactive comic-style game will giveDead Space fans a unique perspective on the events leading up to Dead Space 2, and will also introduce the storyline to a brand-new audience of gamers.”

Dead Space Ignition combines an interactive comic-style story with three unique hacking mini games; Hardware Crack, Trace Route and System Override. Each game offers a fun and satisfying arcade experience that will challenge players with puzzles and twitch gameplay. Dead Space Ignition features a unique “Choose Your Own Adventure” type narrative, allowing players to survive the horrific Necromorph outbreak in multiple ways. The game offers four unique endings and upon completion of each one, players will be rewarded with unlocks including an exclusive suit, all of which can be used by Isaac Clarke in Dead Space 2 when the game releases on Jan 25, 2011.

Dead Space Ignition is written by Antony Johnston, the award-winning, New York Times bestselling author of comics, graphic novels, video games and books including Wasteland, and Daredevil. Antony makes his return to the Dead Space universe after creating the six-book Dead Space comic series in 2008. In Dead Space Ignition, Antony uses his horror story-telling expertise to introduce new characters and craft new plot twists for this intriguing prequel.

Dead Space 2 recently won various prestigious awards at the Electronic Entertainment Expo, including ‘Best Action/Adventure Game’ from top media outlets including Game Informer, GameSpot, GameSpy and Machinima.com. Dead Space 2 also won GameSpot’s highly-coveted ‘Best Xbox 360 Game’ award.

In Dead Space 2, engineer Isaac Clarke makes his return in a blood-curdling new adventure on an all-new space installation known as “The Sprawl.” The lone survivor of a horrific alien infestation, Isaac finds himself confronting a catastrophic new nightmare. Battling dementia, Isaac will do whatever it takes to save himself and dominate the relentless enemy onslaughts. Equipped with a new arsenal of tools to dismember the necromorphs, Isaac faces the challenge head-on. Players will see Isaac fight bigger, scarier and more epic battles that will keep them on the edge of their seats.

Dead Space 2 will be available on Jan. 25, 2011 for the PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system, Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system and the PC. Dead Space Ignition will be available in Fall 2010 on Xbox LIVE™ Marketplace and the PlayStation®Network and is being co-developed by Sumo Digital. For additional information and news, visit www.deadspacegame.com, follow us on twitterwww.twitter.com/isaacclarke or become a fan on Facebook at www.facebook.com/deadspace.

About Electronic Arts
Electronic Arts Inc. (EA), headquartered in Redwood City, California, is a leading global interactive entertainment software company. Founded in 1982, the Company develops, publishes, and distributes interactive software worldwide for video game systems, personal computers, wireless devices and the Internet. Electronic Arts markets its products under four brand names: EA SPORTSTM, EATM, EA MobileTM and POGOTM. In fiscal 2010, EA posted GAAP net revenue of $3.7 billion and had 27 titles that sold more than one million units. EA's homepage and online game site is www.ea.com. More information about EA's products and full text of press releases can be found on the Internet at http://info.ea.com.

EA, EA SPORTS, EA Mobile, POGO, Dead Space and Visceral Games are trademarks of Electronic Arts Inc. “PlayStation” is a registered trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. Xbox 360 is a trademark of the Microsoft Group of companies.

About Sumo Digital
Sumo Digital is a full service game developer located in Sheffield England. Founded in 2003, the studio has shipped more than 20 titles on all platforms from Xbox 360 and Sony PlayStation 3 to PC, DSi and iOS. Part of Foundation 9 Entertainment, Sumo prides itself on delivering quality games that delight players worldwide.

505 Games Have Released A Trailer For Cats & Dogs: The Revenge Of Kitty Galore The Video Game

505 Games have released a new trailer for their upcoming Cats & Dogs: The Revenge Of Kitty Galore The Video Game movie tie in game for the Nintendo DS. this trailer features alot of gameplay from the game, showing how each of the three characters can be used, several locations in the game, the game is a mix of platforming and a beat'em up, and how the game looks on the Nintendo DS. the trailer shows that most of the gameplay takes place on the top screen, with the bottom screen used to show the characters you can use in a level and the collectables/ammo you have left. the trailer reveals that the game has 45 levels to play through.

Rooster Teeth Have Made A Special Red vs Blue Celebrating Halo And Halo Reach

Rooster Teeth have done a special Red vs Blue in celebration of Halo Day. this Red vs Blue takes it back to where it all began before finishing off with a surprise that fits how the series has grown and become more technologically advance compared to Halo on the Xbox.

Hit X: The News Recapping Podcast For Wednesday 7th July

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Re-Cap of Yesterdays News (oldest to newest)

• QTE Blog: Re-Cap of Yesterdays News (oldest to newest) http://ht.ly/1829uu
• QTE Blog: Hit X: The News Recapping Podcast For Tuesday 6th July http://ht.ly/182bMA
• Wii: Nintendo Announce Wii Fit and Wii Fit Plus have sold over 1 million units in Australia. http://ht.ly/284Sw
• 3DS: Miyamoto says Nintendo are thinking about brining Mii's to the 3DS and future Nintendo Systems http://ht.ly/284UM
• PS3: Ubisoft announce R.U.S.E. will support Move and not Kinect. took only 4-5 weeks to add it, says its cool http://ht.ly/284WS
• Its reported that Drive: San Francisco is coming out in the UK on 26th November on all platforms http://ht.ly/284Yo
• Hideo Kojima has teased that Metal Gear Solid 5 could be his next game, says what ever it is its amazing http://ht.ly/28508
• QTE Blog: EA Reveal The Creation Centre For FIFA 11 http://ht.ly/182hnk
• 360: Microsoft is teaming up with Burger King to have small interactive Kinectimal animal plush toys in their meals http://ht.ly/2882H
• Epic's Mark Rein says they are moving into Mobile Phone and Tablet markets. they're not abandoning PC's http://ht.ly/2886m
• QTE Blog: This Weeks UK PSP Digital Comic Store Update http://ht.ly/182ke1
• 360: Bloomberg is reporting that Xbox Live made $1 Billion in 2009. around half of Xbox Live's 25M Subscribers are Gold http://ht.ly/288az
• PSP: Disney Interactive announce Split/Second is coming to the PSP this holiday. No Online, 4 player ad-hoc http://ht.ly/28dLh
• QTE Blog: Microsoft Detail The 2010 Summer Of Arcade http://ht.ly/182mSz
• The German Ratins Board has rated NBA Jam on both the PS3 and 360 http://ht.ly/28dVe
• 360: Ruffian games reveal there are currently 2 DLC Packs planned for Crackdown 2 "The Toy Box" and "Deluge." http://ht.ly/28fja
• QTE Blog: New Zero Punctuation - No More Heroes 2: Desperate Struggle http://ht.ly/182qNX
• PSP: latest Famitsu Magazine mentions Namco Bandai is making God Eater Burst. its unclear if its a sequel or remix http://ht.ly/28fs5
• Sony's Shuhei Yoshida said he was surprised with Kinects Casual Line-up, respects their strength in FPS. http://ht.ly/28fww
• QTE Blog: UK PSN Update 07/07/2010 http://ht.ly/182sQW
• PS3: Square Enix admit they tried a simultaneous PC and PS3 release of Final Fantasy XIV but had tech issues on PS3 http://ht.ly/28fAZ
• PS3: Twisted Metal Multiplayer is getting alot of work, 4 factions, offline+online, looking into custom soundtracks http://ht.ly/28gaQ
• 360: Microsoft say Kinect can be used whilst sitting as long as the game was developed with that in mind http://ht.ly/28gAk
• Activision’s Dan Amrich reveals DJ Hero has shipped over 1.2M units since launch, when only 122K were sold http://ht.ly/28gCJ
• Bobby Kotick says Xbox Live is "the only significant alternative" to their own subscription service, World of Warcraft http://ht.ly/28fDd
• 360: Microsoft's Phil Spencer says Kingdoms from Crytek has been in development for a while now, unique to the 360 http://ht.ly/28g5l
• PC: Blizzard have announced that users of their forums will have to use their real names. change coming soon http://ht.ly/28ogm
• Japanese telecom operator NTTDoCoMo is reportedly in talks with Console makers to get its 3G Chips installed in Handhelds http://ht.ly/28osB
• PSP: its reported that EyePet and Invizimals maynot come to the PSPgo, prompting rumours the converter cable isn't coming http://ht.ly/28oCO
• QTE Blog: This Weeks USA PSP Digital Comic Store Update http://ht.ly/182Coy