Wednesday, September 15, 2010

Namco Bandai Have Released A New Trailer And Screenshots For Enslaved: Odyssey To The West

Namco Bandai have released a new trailer and screenshots for Enslaved: Odyssey To The West. both of these focus on enemies in the game, showing Monkey attacking them with a mix of Melee and using his staff.



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EA Have Released New Screenshots And A Trailer For Spare Parts

EA have released a new trailer and some new screenshots for Spare Parts. both the screenshots and trailer are in-game. the trailer mostly shows the interaction between the two robots and the humour between them. the trailer also shows some of the levels in the game as well as some platforming.



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Atlus Announce Demon's Souls Is Coming To The PS3 Greatest Hits Range


Atlus have announced that from today, Demon's Souls has joined the PS3 Greatest Hits range in the USA and will now be available for $29.99. Atlus warns collectors that if they want the game in its original packaging then they better get it soon before supplies run out.

Press Release

IRVINE, CALIFORNIA - SEPTEMBER 15, 2010 - Atlus U.S.A., Inc. today announced that the critically-acclaimed multiplayer action RPG Demon's SoulsTM, 2009's Game of the Year* for PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system, is now an official Greatest Hits title and available for the low price of $29.99. Praised for its fearless redefinition of a multiplayer experience, heralded for its visceral combat and haunting world design, and beloved by fans for its ruthless difficulty and endless rewards, one of the finest games of its generation now proudly takes its place among the PlayStation 3 system's greatest offerings.

"Very few games reach the esteemed PlayStation 3 system Greatest Hits status," commented Tim Pivnicny, Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Atlus. "Those that do are among the very finest the platform has to offer, combining critical success, tremendous popularity, and exceptional quality. Demon's Souls represents some of the biggest risks, loftiest goals, and most daring innovations ever embarked upon by a developer. Its arrival into the exclusive ranks of PlayStation 3 Greatest Hits validates its designers' achievements and helps bring their unique vision to a larger audience. Priced to own at only $29.99, there has never been a better time to find out what everyone's been talking about."

Copies of Demon's Souls with the new Greatest Hits packaging will be arriving in stores shortly; collectors interested in Demon's Souls and its original packaging would be best served by picking up a copy as soon as possible before supplies run out.

Demon's Souls is out now for PlayStation 3 system. For more information, visit the game's official website (LINK).
*GameSpot.com

About Atlus U.S.A., Inc.
Located in Irvine, California and founded in 1991, Atlus U.S.A., Inc. is renowned for its proud tradition of publishing exceptional role-playing games with strong niche appeal. The Atlus library of critically acclaimed video games includes Demon's Souls, 3D Dot Game Heroes, the Trauma Center series, and the award-winning Shin Megami Tensei series. For more information, visit http://www.atlus.com.

For breaking news, special promotions, insider info, and more, visit http://www.atlus.com/faithful to join the ranks of the Atlus Faithful!

Sega Announce Sonic Adventure Is Out Now On Xbox 360 And Out On 22nd September On PS3

Sega have announced that Sonic Adventure is out now on XBLA for 800 MS Points. this digitally remastered Dreamcast game features 720p graphics and Dolby Digital Sound. The Chao mini game is included as well as trophies and achievements. The Playstation 3 version is set to come out on 22nd September for £6.29/€7.99/AUS $12.95. Sega have released this launch trailer for the game and it shows gameplay from a couple of levels and many of the characters in the game.



Press Release

LONDON & SAN FRANCISCO (September xxx, 2010) – SEGA® Europe Ltd. and SEGA® of America, Inc. today announced that Sonic The Hedgehog’s first epic 3D quest, Sonic Adventure™, is now available on Xbox LIVE® Arcade for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft. This Dreamcast classic has been digitally re-mastered with 720p graphics and Dolby® Digital Sound so that players can experience it for the first time in HD. Step into the shoes of Sonic, Tails, Knuckles and the whole gang, and take on the forces of Dr. Eggman today for only 800 Microsoft Points.

“This week marked the eleventh anniversary of the Dreamcast’s arrival” said Haruki Satomi, VP of Digital Business at SEGA of America. “We feel there’s no better way to honour that milestone than by providing both new and veteran gamers with the chance to experience Sonic’s first thrilling 3D adventure in High Definition!”

PLAYSTATION®3 computer entertainment system owners who want to join in the hunt for the Chaos Emeralds need not worry, as Sonic Adventure will also be arriving on the PlayStation Network in High Definition on September 22nd for £ 6.29 / € 7.99 / AUS $ 12.95

This new and improved version of Sonic Adventure includes trophies and achievements, as well as the popular Chao Garden mini-game. To view the official launch trailer, head to the official SEGA blog here http://blogs.sega.com/sonic/

For assets, please visit http://www.sega-press.com


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 Europe’s web site is located at www.sega.com

About SEGA of America Inc.:
SEGA® of America, Inc. is the American arm of Tokyo, Japan-based SEGA® Corporation, a worldwide leader in interactive entertainment both inside and outside the home.  The company develops, publishes 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 Inc.  SEGA of America’s Web site is located at www.sega.com


New Zero Punctuation - Mafia II

This weeks Zero Punctuation is on Mafia II. will Yahtzee find something about the game to like or even enjoy, or does the games story and Pseudo Sandbox mechanic fall short?





UK PSN Update 15/09/2010

Special Offers
PS3: Pain [£3.19]
PS3: Pain – Amusement Park pack [£2.39]
PS3: Pain – Movie Studio Pack [£2.39]
PS3: Mega Man 10 [£3.99]
PS3: Age Of Booty [£3.99]
PS3: Peggle [£3.19]
PSP: World Of Pool [£4.79]
PSP: Stateshift [£4.79]
PSP: WWII: Battle Over The Pacific [£4.79]
PSP: Championship Manager 2007 [£7.99]
Minis: Vibes [£2.49]

New PSP Essentials
Championship Manager 2007 [£7.99]

PS3 Games
FirstPlay Episode 024 [£0.99]
FirstPlay 90 Day Subscription [£8.99]
My Aquarium [£3.99]
Flight Control HD [£3.99]
Monkey Island Special Edition Bundle [£6.29]
Space Invaders Infinity Gene [£7.99]
Tumble [£7.99] (PS Move)
EyePet – PlayStation Move update [Free]
EyePet – Farm Styling Pack [£2.39]
High Velocity Bowling – PlayStation Move Patch [Free]
ModNation Racers – Gopher Pack [£1.39]

Demo's
Beat Sketcher (PS Move)
Echochrome II (PS Move)
Heavy Rain Move Edition (PS Move)
Kung Fu Rider (PS Move)
Sports Champions (PS Move)
Start The Party (PS Move)
The Shoot (PS Move)
Tumble (PS Move)
TV Superstars (PS Move)
Space Invaders Infinity Gene
NBA 2K11
Enslaved Odyssey To The West
FIFA 11
PES 2011
Racket Sports (PS Move)

Guitar Hero 5
None

Rock Band
“Holy Driver” by Dio [£0.99]
“Irish Blood, English Heart” by Morrissey [£0.99]
“Nirvana” by Juliana Hatfield [£0.99]
“Stand Up And Shout” by Dio [£0.99]
“Straight Lines” by Silverchair [£0.99]
“That's Tha Homie” by Snoop Dogg [£0.99]
“This Charming Man” by The Smiths [£0.99]
“Writing on The Walls” by Underoath [£0.99]

Rock Band Network Latest
“Africa” by Quartered [£0.59]
“Nightlife Commando” by Bang Camaro [£0.99]
“Shop Vac” by Jonathan Coulton [£0.99]
“Swallow The Razor” by Bang Camaro [£0.59]
“The Final Episode (Lets Change The Channel)” by Asking Alexandria [£0.99]

Videos
Deus Ex: Human Revolution - Gamescom Trailer
Vanquish – Preorder DLC Trailer
DC Universe Online – Studio Vlog 4

Wallpaper
None

Theme
Space Invaders Infinity Gene 1 [£1.59]
Space Invaders Infinity Gene 2 [£1.59]
Space Invaders Infinity Gene 3 [£1.59]
Space: The Cosmic Ballet [£1.59]
Analog Scream [£1.19]
Elegals [£1.19]
Gobulars [£1.19]

Dynamic Theme
None

PSN ID Avatars
None

PS1 Classic
None

PSP
Little Big Planet – Moon Landing Costume [Free]
Toy Story 3 – Alien Escapades [£1.59]

Minis
Panda Craze [£3.99]

Demo
None

Theme
None

Wallpaper
None

Video
None


This Weeks UK PSP Digital Comic Store Update



Sony's EU Playstation blog has detailed the comics coming out today in the UK on the Digital Comic Store. Unfortunately there doesn't appear to be any free comics this week.

2000AD Prog #1697 2000AD
Archie #607 & #608 Archie Comics
Archie & Friends #140 Archie Comics
Blood Hunter #2 DC Comics
Bone #4 Cartoon Books
DMZ #22 DC Comics
Ex Machina #9 DC Comics
Fables #24 DC Comics
Green Lantern: No Fear #6 DC Comics
High Moon #9 DC Comics
I Rule The Night #1 DC Comics
Jonah Hex #22 DC Comics
Kill Shakespeare #4 IDW
Locke & Key: Crown of Shadows #6 IDW
Locke & Key: Keys to the Kingdom #1 IDW
Midnight Kiss #1 Markosia
The Mighty Avengers (2007) #7-#11 Marvel
The Night Owls #6 DC Comics
Peter Pan #0 Disney Digicomics
Planetary #11 DC Comics
Raising Amy #4 Markosia
RASL #4 Cartoon Books
The Sandman #1 DC Comics
Silent Hill: Paint it Black IDW
Sonic Universe #9 & #10 Archie Comics
Starcraft #4 DC Comics
Superman/Batman #28 DC Comics
Transformers #10 IDW
Transformers: Nefarious #5 IDW
The Travels of Marco Polo or the Milione #1 & #2 Disney Digicomics
True Blood #3 IDW
Welcome to Tranquility #3 DC Comics
Wizards of Mickey II #3 Disney Digicomics
Y: The Last Man #7 DC Comics

From EU Playstation Blog


Capcom Announce The Playstation Move Patch For Resident Evil 5: Gold Edition Is Out Now

Capcom have announced that the Playstation Move patch for Resident Evil 5: Gold Edition is out now. The Update is free and will be downloaded when you start to play the game, with the PS3 online.

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From Capcom Unity


Capcom And Ninja Theroy Announce DmC For The Xbox 360 And PS3

Capcom have announced that they are working with Ninja Theory on DmC (Devil May Cry) for the Xbox 360 and Playstation 3. DmC is a re-imagining that keeps "DNA" from the original games but adds dark and brutal gameplay in a contemporary world. Dante will still have the traditional sword and gunplay from the original series, but now there will be more weapons and powers.

Capcom have released new in-game screenshots and gameplay video for DmC. They both show the new art style for the game and its main character. gun play is also shown as well as the new enemies.



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Press Release

The next instalment of the multi-million selling Devil May CryTM franchise, DmC sees Capcom collaborating with UK based Ninja Theory to explore new frontiers for the series. DmC is in development for the Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and PlayStation®3.

From its debut on PlayStation 2 in 2001, the Devil May Cry series has been synonymous with stylish action, rewarding combat and a brash, smart-talking protagonist. This ‘Devil May Cry DNA’ remains but is now injected with a dark and brutal gameplay that promises to redefine the franchise.

Set against a contemporary backdrop, DmC will depict a duplicitous world where nothing is ever as it seems and the line between good and evil is constantly blurred. Spurred into action by the promises of a trusted relation, Dante bursts into this world intent on revenge at any cost. DmC will retain the series’ signature mix of sword and gunplay but add additional weapons, all new powers and a revitalised gameplay system as players encounter the game’s devilish mix of enemies and navigate the rich, interactive environment.

A true collaboration, DmC sees the team at Ninja Theory joined by key staff from Capcom’s R&D division. Creative direction for the title will be undertaken by Ninja Theory’s Tameem Antoniades and overseen by Hedeaki Itsuno, who has worked on all previous titles in the series. DmC is being co-produced by Capcom’s Japanese and North American development operations.

Codemasters Have Released A New Trailer For F1 2010 Showing The Singapore And Abu Dhabi GP

Codemasters have released a new trailer for F1 2010. this trailer shows the Singapore GP and Abu Dhabi GP. the trailer aims to show the games light effects, especially between the contrasts of Singapore's night racing and Abu Dhabi;s day racing.

However, i'm a huge F1 fan and i'm disappointed to say that this trailer makes it clear that the cars in the game are not up to date. from the video, all the cars in the field are pre-Barcelona spec. this means for half the grid the wing mirrors are in the wrong place, Mercedes don't have their unique Air Box, Virgin cars are shorter and do not have the "shark fin" and a whole host of teams don't have the "f-duct".



Press Release

Wednesday 15th September/... See FORMULA ONETM stars race into the night in the new F1 2010TM gameplay video released by Codemasters®, now showing at www.formula1-game.com. F1 2010 will be released on September 22nd in North America, September 23rd across EPAC territories with a UK street date of September 24th for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft®, PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system and PC Games For Windows®.

Showcasing the stunning lighting effects featured in F1 2010, the new gameplay video features the full 24 car grid taking on the spectacular Singapore night race. For the first time in a FORMULA ONE videogame, players will experience night racing in high-definition as they go wheel-to-wheel on the city streets, set against a backdrop of fireworks and skyscrapers. F1 2010, powered by the award-winning EGO engine, authentically recreates the effect of the circuit’s hundreds of thousands of individual light sources as stars including Lewis Hamilton, Fernando Alonso and Sebastian Vettel take on one of the most dramatic events on the FORMULA ONE calendar.

The video also showcases the world’s finest racing drivers slicing and dicing at Yas Marina. The 2010 FORMULA 1 ETIHAD AIRWAYS ABU DHABI GRAND PRIX is shown as the race takes place at dusk, highlighting the unique atmosphere at the circuit set to host the final round of the thrilling 2010 FIA FORMULA ONE WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPTM.

F1 2010, the official game of FORMULA ONE, will include all of the official teams, drivers and circuits featuring from this season’s thrilling competition. The game can be enjoyed in an extensive career mode, a range of quick-fire races and time trials or full GRAND PRIXTMweekends. Players will experience the exhilaration of racing motorsport’s most advanced cars at the world’s finest circuits, in single player and online multiplayer modes.

In production at Codemasters Studios Birmingham, F1 2010 is being developed on the EGOTMGame Technology Platform, an evolution of the engine that powered the critically acclaimed, million-plus selling Colin McRaeTM: DiRT 2 and Race Driver: GRIDTM. The under-the hood technology has been tuned to simulate the unique aerodynamics and handling of 200MPH+ FORMULA ONE cars, taking players closer to the sport than ever before.

FORMULA ONE fans can watch the new video by speeding over to www.formula1-game.com, the home for all the latest screens, news and videos straight from the studio. F1 2010 will be released September 24th* 2010 for Xbox 360, PlayStation 3 and Games for Windows.
September 24th UK street date. Shipping across North America on September 22nd and releasing September 23rd across EPAC territories.

Capcom And CyberConnect2 Announce ASURA’S WRATH For The PS3 And Xbox 360

Capcom and CyberConnet2 have announced ASURA’S WRATH for the Playstation 3 and Xbox 360. ASURA’S WRATH is inspired by Asian Mythology and fused with Science Fiction. In the game, Asura was once a deity but he was betrayed by his fellow gods and stripped of his powers. Asura has been consumed by rage and swears vengeance against them. The Game pits you, Asura, against those deity's. The Trailer Capcom have released shows a mix of in-game action, showing QTE's, and cinematics.


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Press Release

A brand new title scheduled for release on the Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system and PlayStation®3, ASURA’S WRATH sees Capcom join forces with Japanese developer CyberConnect2. Inspired by Asian mythology and fused with science fiction, ASURA’S WRATH will redefine the action genre by delivering unprecedented levels of dynamism, drama and interaction.

Once a revered deity, Asura was betrayed by his fellow gods and stripped of all his powers. Consumed by anger at the injustice he has suffered and swearing vengeance, Asura discovers he can use this fury to his advantage and turn it against his enemies. By channelling his inner rage, Asura is now able to unleash devastating attacks and wreak havoc as he battles against the deities who have wronged him and their earthly forces. Inspired by episodic dramas, ASURA’S WRATH will be split into distinct sections with gameplay and narrative unfolding as one and building to a final climatic conclusion.

Capcom Announce Dead Rising 2: CASE WEST Exclusively For The Xbox 360


Capcom have announced Dead Rising 2: CASE WEST, Exclusive DLC for the Xbox 360 version of Dead Rising 2. Dead Rising 2: CASE WEST see's Frank West team up with Chuck Greene for co-op action as they both go in search for the reasons behind the Fortune City Outbreak and find links to the Willamette incident.



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Press Release

Complimenting Dead Rising 2TM: CASE ZERO, Dead Rising 2: CASE WEST will extend the Dead Rising 2 experience by delivering brand new content and the return of a familiar face. Available exclusively on Xbox LIVE® online entertainment system following the release of Dead Rising 2TM, Dead Rising 2: CASE WEST will see Frank West team up with Chuck Greene for some serious co-op action. In co-op mode, Xbox LIVE®Gold members will see the two protagonists delve deeper into the reasons behind the Fortune City outbreak and provide further links to the Willamette incident

EA Have Released New Screenshots, Concept Art, And A Trailer For Alice: Madness Returns

EA Have released new screenshots, concept art, and a trailer for Alice: Madness Returns. The trailer is a teaser trailer, possibly from a CGi movie within the game. the screenshots mostly show Alice attacking twisted enemies. the concept art shows the White rabbit, landscapes, Alice falling into wonderland, and Alice out growing a house.


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Concept Art



EA And Grasshopper Manufacture Reveal Shadows Of The Damned For The PS3 And Xbox 360

EA And Grasshopper Manufacture have announced Shadows Of The Damned, an upcoming psychological action thriller game coming to the Playstation 3 and Xbox 360 in Summer 2011. In Shadows Of The Damned you play as Garcia, a professional demo hunter who is out to find his true love who was kidnapped by Demons. Shadows Of The Damned will have gruesome battles and puzzles and will see you travelling between hell and back.


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Press Release

Guildford, UK. – Sept. 15, 2010 – Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: ERTS) and legendary Japanese developer Grasshopper Manufacture today revealed Shadows of the Damned, an all-new psychological action thriller game from executive director Suda51 (director of No More HeroesTM), creative producer Shinji Mikami (director of Resident Evil®) and music composer Akira Yamaoka (sound director of Silent HillTM). Shadows of the Damned follows a demon hunter deep into a hyper-twisted re-imagining of hell where he must rescue the love of his life by defeating the armies of darkness with the power of the light. Shadows of the Damned is scheduled for release in the summer of 2011 on the Xbox 360® videogame and entertainment system and PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system.

"We are excited to finally take the cover off our latest project and invite gamers from around the globe to experience this new, warped world we have created," said Goichi Suda, CEO of Grasshopper Manufacture. "By partnering with EA, a publisher that truly shares our commitment to quality and innovation, we have been able to develop Shadows of the Damned according to our ambitious vision while creating an entertainment property we believe will appeal to a global audience."

"With Shadows of the Damned, gamers will fight for love in the most difficult arena imaginable … hell," said Shinji Mikami, Creative Producer of Shadows of the Damned. "Players will find themselves surrounded by demons set on destroying their heart and soul. Only the strong will survive."

In Shadows of the Damned, gamers will assume the role of Garcia, a hard-as-nails, leather-clad, motorcycle-riding professional demon hunter who finds his true love kidnapped by vengeance-seeking demons. As he explores the farthest reaches of the netherworld, Garcia battles through hell and back, with danger and turmoil around every corner. Throughout Shadows of the Damned gamers will find themselves challenged by demented puzzles and thrust into gruesome battles with vile and deformed creatures that can only come from the darkest recesses of hell. The game features a grotesque, highly stylized art direction that transports players into a grisly world. The entire experience is enveloped with a pulse-pounding musical score by famed videogame music composer Akira Yamaoka, that takes the over-the-top action sequences and intense boss battles that both Suda51 and Mikami are renowned for creating to new heights.

“We are honored to be working with Suda-san and Mikami-san and all of the wonderfully creative minds at Grasshopper. This is one of the most daring and innovative projects in the EA Partners program,” said David DeMartini, Senior Vice President and General Manager, EA Partners. “We look forward to launching this game next summer."

For more information on Shadows of the Damned, please visitwww.shadowsofthedamned.com or follow the development team on Twitter at www.twitter.com/SotD or on Facebook atwww.facebook.com/shadowsofthedamned.

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: EATM, EA SPORTSTM, 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.co.uk. More information about EA's products and full text of press releases can be found on the Internet at www.eagames.co.uk/press.

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 Have Announced My Garden For The Nintendo 3DS

EA Have announced My Garden for the Nintendo 3DS. This is the first of many Tokyo Game Show Announcements this week. My Garden is a game that will allow players to create custom gardens in a variety of environments. there will be hundreds of flower and plant varieties as well as unique items you can design yourself.

you will have a sidekick called Tanuki who will give you missions to complete. You will be able to take a picture of your gardens, which unlocks rare flowers, and you can also unlock more than 20 different abilities for Tanuki. My Garden also makes use of the 3DS motion controls as you can shake your 3DS to shoo away butterflies and birds from your garden. alternatively, you could whistle into the microphone to bring in birds to eat the insects.

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Press Release

REDWOOD CITY, Calif. – September 15, 2010 – The EA Play Label of Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: ERTS) today announced My Garden* (working title) for the Nintendo 3DSTM, a new title in development that will allow players to create custom gardens in a variety of unique and beautiful environments. Optimized for the coming 3-D platform, My Garden* will offer graphics that bring flowers to life in a vibrant and realistic manner. Digital gardeners will get to choose from hundreds of flower and plant varieties as well as unique items to design, cultivate and enhance landscapes. My Garden* is scheduled to be unveiled at EA’s Tokyo Game Showcase on September 15, 2010.

“With My Garden*, our aim was simple: to make something beautiful that comes to life on the Nintendo 3DS like no other platform,” said Rod Humble, Executive Vice President of the EA Play Label. “We hope to offer a game that’s so immersive that it truly brings the delight of owning a garden to life through a visually stunning 3D experience.”

With the help of a cute sidekick named Tanuki, players will test their green thumbs on a variety of missions that inspire them to create beautiful outdoor spaces in six unique environments such as an arid desert, the banks of a cascading brook, and a lush rainforest. Gardeners will snap a photo of their creations with the game’s free-roaming in-game camera in order to unlock rare and exotic flowers. Along the way, My Garden* players will also unlock more than 20 different abilities for Tanuki, who uses those attributes, plus a little magic, to help the garden reach its full potential.

Every gardener will have a bouquet of flowers and items to choose from in creating his or her own floral paradise. As new growth begins to push, the flora comes alive in a resplendent array of colors and textures, attracting natural garden visitors ranging from birds to butterflies, insects and other creatures. If a player wants a few more feathered friends in the garden, simply whistle bird calls into the Nintendo 3DS microphone to summon additional members of the flock. Alternatively, if too many unwanted visitors arrive at the garden gate, a quick shake of the Nintendo 3DS will send them scattering while also dispensing in-game coins that can be used to add a variety of new garden tools and more plants.

My Garden will be released alongside the hardware launch of the Nintendo 3DS. For more information on My Garden*, please visit:www.ea.com/mygarden.
Working Title

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 www.electronicarts.co.uk/press.


EA, EA SPORTS, EA Mobile and POGO are trademarks of Electronic Arts Inc. Nintendo 3DS is a trademark of Nintendo. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

HMV Announce They Are Holding The Official UK Launch Of Dead Rising 2 At The Oxford Street Store


HMV have announced that they are holding the official UK launch of Dead Rising 2 at their London Oxford Street flag store. this will start at 5.00pm on Thursday 23rd September, ahead of the games official UK release date. the first 100 customers to buy the game on Thursday will receive a goodie bag.

Press Release

WHAT: Dead Rising 2 game launch

WHERE: HMV London, 150 Oxford Street W1

WHEN: Thursday 23rd September 2010 between 5.00 pm and 8.00 pm

HMV is to host the official UK launch of Dead Rising 2 when the game goes on sale exclusively at the HMV flagship store on London’s Oxford Street on Thursday 23rd September 2010.

Games fans will have the chance the buy the game earlier than it's official release date between 5.00 pm and 8.00pm on Thursday 23rd September at HMV 150 Oxford Street W1, London. The first 100 customers to buy the game that day will receive a goodie bag.

The sequel to the million-plus selling Dead Rising, Dead Rising 2 sees the player take on the role of former Motocross champion Chuck Greene, who has come to Fortune City, America's newest gambling paradise, to compete in “Terror is Reality,” a gruesome game show that dares contestants to survive zombie-filled environments for big money prizes at the delight of TV audiences around the globe. Chuck’s motivation for taking part and risking life and limb is his daughter Katey, who since being bitten by a zombie requires a daily dose of Zombrex to prevent her from turning into one of the living dead. There’s no denying that Zombrex works, but since it’s the only drug on the market, its price is high.

During his time in Fortune City a zombie outbreak occurs and Chuck must survive the onslaught of the undead for 72 hours.……

THQ Detail UK PS3 And Xbox 360 WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2011 Special Editions

THQ have detailed the various Special Editions of WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2011 on both the Playstation 3 and Xbox 360:
The "Hit Man" edition will be aivbale from GAME and Gamestation and it includes:
  • WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2011 Videogame
  • Bret “Hit Man” Hart: The Best There Is, The Best There Was, The Best There Ever Will Be” DVD
  • Bret Hart Exclusive Art Card
  • Bret Hart Exclusive Playable Character

The "Lord Of Darkness" special edition will be aivbale from Play.com and contains:
  • WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2011 Videogame 
  • WWE Unforgiven 2007 DVD
  • Undertaker Exclusive Art Card
  • “Ministry of Darkness” Exclusive Alternate Attire
The "Viper" Edition will be available from TESCO and it comes with:
  • WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2011 Videogame 
  • WWE No Mercy 2007 DVD
  • Randy Orton Exclusive Art Card
  • Randy Orton Three-Pack of Alternate Attire Options (T-Shirt, Suit and Referee Uniform)
THQ also say there are other retail pre-order incentives, an example being ASDA getting exclusive T-shirts when they pre-order either the PS3 or Xbox 360 versions of the game.

Press Release

AGOURA HILLS, Calif.  September 3, 2010  THQ Inc. today announced new details surrounding the company’s retail incentive programs for WWE® SmackDown® vs. Raw® 2011 throughout the UK.

The “Hit Man” special edition, available from retailers GAME and GAMESTATION for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft or the PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system, is scheduled to include the following items:

• WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2011 Videogame
• Bret “Hit Man” Hart: The Best There Is, The Best There Was, The Best There Ever Will Be” DVD
• Bret Hart Exclusive Art Card
• Bret Hart Exclusive Playable Character

The “Lord of Darkness” special edition, available from retailer PLAY.COM for the Xbox 360 or PlayStation 3 system, is scheduled to include the following items:

• WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2011 Videogame
• WWE Unforgiven® 2007 DVD
• Undertaker® Exclusive Art Card
• “Ministry of Darkness” Exclusive Alternate Attire

The “Viper” special edition, available from retailer TESCO for the Xbox 360 or PlayStation 3 system, is scheduled to include the following items:

• WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2011 Videogame
• WWE No Mercy® 2007 DVD
• Randy Orton® Exclusive Art Card
• Randy Orton Three-Pack of Alternate Attire Options (T-Shirt, Suit and Referee Uniform)

There are also incentives available at several additional retailers throughout the UK, including an exclusive t-shirts available with pre-order for the Xbox 360 or PlayStation 3 system while supplies last from Asda.

WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2011 is currently in development for the Xbox 360, PlayStation 3 system, PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system, PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) system and the Wii™ system from Nintendo, with a scheduled release date of October 29, 2010 across Europe.
About WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2011
Having shipped more than 50 million units worldwide, the renowned WWE simulation experience and annual centerpiece in THQ’s expanding WWE videogame portfolio returns to define players’ ultimate WWE moments and give players even greater creative and decision-making freedom throughout their storied journeys within WWE.

WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2011 will empower players more than ever to define their gameplay experiences in a dynamic and ever-changing WWE. In WWE Universe Mode, a new addition to the franchise, gameplay scenarios will change based on player decisions, allowing for new rivalries, alliances, championship matches and more spontaneous WWE action in and out of the ring. Additionally, the popular, story-driven Road to WrestleMania® mode will return with significant updates and new storylines, including the ability to freely roam through locker room areas, select opponents, break into impromptu matches and fulfill destinies based on player choices.

A hallmark of the franchise, WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2011 will deliver its largest offering to date of best-in-class creation and customization features. Players will have more creative tools than ever to customize their created Superstars, finishing moves, story designs, paint tool creations and more. Searching and sharing content will be greatly simplified through improvements to the highly regarded WWE Community Creations feature, which generated nearly 10 million downloads in its franchise debut.

WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2011 will also boast one of the largest rosters in franchise history with more than 70 of today’s prominent WWE Superstars and WWE Divas. Each in-game model will feature new skin textures and movement technology, delivering the most authentic looking and moving WWE Superstars and WWE Divas ever seen in a WWE videogame. In addition, players will round out their virtual WWE experience with more than 100 match types, including Tables, Ladders & Chairs (TLC), Hell in a Cell and Money in the Bank, as well as an extensive number of new playable arenas. A brand new physics system will ensure all matches and object interactions look and feel unique, dynamic and unpredictable to capture the full essence and authenticity of WWE.

WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2011 will also boast the franchise’s largest online feature set to date, including a robust downloadable content (DLC) plan slated to include playable WWE Superstars, WWE Divas, alternate ring gear and new arenas. Online access and the game’s first DLC package, which is scheduled to include WWE Superstar Chris Masters® (playable character), WWE Superstar Rey Mysterio® (“Dia de los Muertos” Halloween-themed attire) and WWE Diva Kelly Kelly® (“Devil” Halloween-themed attire), will be free of charge with the videogame through a back of manual code for purchasers of new copies of the game. Purchasers of used copies of the game can also purchase the content via Xbox LIVE® Marketplace for Xbox 360 at an anticipated cost of 800 Microsoft Points, as well as on PlayStation®Network for an anticipated cost of $9.99. Additional DLC packages, as well as their suggested price points will be revealed later this year.

For more information on WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2011, please visit wwe.thq.com, community.smackdownvsraw.com, facebook.com/WWEgames and twitter.com/WWEgames.

Hit X Podcast: All The News From QTE Gamers From Tuesday 14th September

This is all the news from Tuesday 14th September.

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The Re-Cap: News From QTE Gamers From Tuesday 14th September

  • QTE Blog: The Re-Cap: News From QTE Gamers From Monday 13th September http://ht.ly/1907Hp
  • QTE Blog: Hit X Podcast: All The News From QTE Gamers From Monday 13th September http://ht.ly/190avs
  • Anchor Bay Films have acquired the distribution rights to Tekken, the movie. its expected in the USA in 2011 http://ht.ly/2DY0g
  • QTE Blog: TimeGate Studios Announce Section 8: Prejudice http://ht.ly/190d0Z
  • 360: Its reported there's been people cheating in Halo Reach and that Bungie has already been taking action http://ht.ly/2DZrH
  • Activision’s Julian Widdows says that its unlikely that the GoldenEye remake would come to PS3/360, but ‘never say never’ http://ht.ly/2DZvi
  • QTE Blog: RedLynx Announce Trials HD Has Sold Over 1 Million Units http://ht.ly/190gfL
  • Its been revealed the delay in releasing Sonic the Hedgehog 4: Episode 1 on consoles is due to iPhone version not done http://ht.ly/2E1r2
  • iPhone: Epic have revealed that Citadel has been downloaded over 1 Million Times. UDK for iOS coming soon http://ht.ly/2E1ua
  • QTE Blog: Sony Online Entertainment Have Released DC Universe Screenshots Showing Gorilla Grodd http://ht.ly/190joo
  • Sega reveals there won't be a 3D sonic game on the PS3/360 this year, the only 3D sonic game is coming to Wii http://ht.ly/2E2F4
  • Capcom and Sony Pictures announce Resident Evil: Damnation, a 3D CG movie sequel to Resident Evil: Degeneration, out 2012 http://ht.ly/2E2Jv
  • superannuation have announced they are closing. devs/pubs caught on to what they did and tightened up http://ht.ly/2E74s
  • PS3: a patent filed by Sony Japan appears to show an adaptor for the PS3 that can play previous generation games, PS2 http://ht.ly/2E8lA
  • QTE Blog: EA Have Released A New Video For FIFA 11 Showing How To Take Penalties http://ht.ly/190pC0
  • QTE Blog: Hudson Have Released A Developer Interview And Screenshots For Lost In Shadow http://ht.ly/190pBZ
  • 360: Several analysts have come out and said they expect Call of Duty: Black Ops to out sell Halo Reach, even on 360 http://ht.ly/2E9XG
  • Capcom have filed a trademark for DMC, leading to Speculation a new Devil May Cry game is to be announced at TGS http://ht.ly/2E9YU
  • QTE Blog: Nintendo Announce New DSi XL Colours Are Coming Out Across Europe On 8th October http://ht.ly/190sMC
  • PS3: Rumoured boxart for the ICO/Shadow Of The Colossus HD Collection has been released. its unknown if its official http://ht.ly/2EaEL
  • Wii: Nintendo have added the Wii Compatible SNES pad to Club Nintendo in the UK. its yours for 7,000 Star Points http://ht.ly/2EaHo
  • QTE Blog: PopCap And NCsoft Announce PopCap World, An Online Social Game Service For Korea http://ht.ly/190vbe
  • PS3: Digital Foundry take in-depth look at PS2 adaptor for PS3, Adaptor has PS2 in it, connects via Ethernet port + more http://ht.ly/2Eb3b
  • PC: Blizzard have begun to send out warnings to StarCraft II cheaters http://ht.ly/2EfbP
  • A New rumoured roster for Marvel Vs. Capcom 3 has been leaked, 21 fighters each, from Marvel and Capcom http://ht.ly/2EfZe
  • Arcade: Taito reveal NESiCAxLive. a service where arcade owners can download games to machines, 3 other devs signed up http://ht.ly/2Effm