GameFly Have Revealed Their Most Anticipated Games Coming Out This Holiday Season

GameFly have revealed their Wish Lists for each of the consoles and handhelds top games which are coming out this holiday season.

ACROSS ALL PLATFORMS
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 XBOX 360, PS3
Batman: Arkham Asylum XBOX 360, PS3
Assassin’s Creed 2 XBOX 360, PS3, DS
Halo 3: ODST XBOX 360
Borderlands XBOX 360, PS3
Left 4 Dead 2 XBOX 360
Dragon Age: Origins XBOX 360, PS3
Uncharted 2: Among Thieves PS3
Madden NFL 10 XBOX 360, PS3, PSP, Wii, PS2
New Super Mario Bros. Wii Wii

XBOX 360
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2
Batman: Arkham Asylum
Assassin's Creed 2
Halo 3: ODST
Left 4 Dead 2

PS3
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2
Uncharted 2: Among Thieves
Batman: Arkham Asylum
Assassin’s Creed 2
Borderlands

Wii
New Super Mario Bros. Wii
Wii Sports Resort
Mario and Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games
Metroid Prime Trilogy
Dead Space Extraction

Nintendo DS
Mario & Luigi: Bowser’s Inside Story
Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days
The Legend of Zelda: Spirit Tracks
Scribblenauts
Professor Layton & the Diabolical Box

PS2
Madden NFL 10
G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra
Marvel Ultimate Alliance 2
WWE Smackdown vs. Raw 2010
NCAA Football 10

PSP
Dissidia: Final Fantasy
Soulcalibur: Broken Destiny
Gran Turismo
Grand Theft Auto: Chinatown Wars
LittleBigPlanet

Press Release

LOS ANGELES --(Business Wire)-- Nov 11, 2009 Gamers have a lot to choose from this holiday season with the year’s most highly awaited video games already starting to hit store shelves. With just 43 days left until Christmas, GameFly, the number one video game rental service, released its “holiday wish list” featuring members’ most anticipated games for the season.

Of the top 10 titles featured on the across all platforms list, seven have already launched to strong sales and significant rental activity for GameFly: “Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2,” “Batman: Arkham Asylum,” “Halo 3: ODST,” “Borderlands,” “Dragon Age: Origins,” “Uncharted 2: Among Thieves,” and “Madden NFL 10.”

Active gamers and value conscious shoppers alike can use the GameFly service to try games before they buy them, getting access to all the biggest titles. A subscription to GameFly starts at a low monthly rate of just $15.95. Gamers can treat themselves to a year’s rental membership to GameFly for about the same amount it would cost them to purchase just 3 of the most anticipated holiday titles below. GameFly also makes a great stocking stuffer: discounts of up to 20% are available to holiday shoppers buying a gift certificate.

“The holidays are always jam-packed with highly anticipated titles, and that can be tough on any family’s budget,” said Sean Spector, GameFly co-founder and SVP of business development and content. “GameFly is thrilled to offer gamers access to the top game titles on their wish list this holiday season along with selections from our huge library of more than 7,000 titles.”

For more information on these titles and on GameFly, please visit GameFly’s Web site (http://www.gamefly.com).

ACROSS ALL PLATFORMS

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 XBOX 360, PS3
Batman: Arkham Asylum XBOX 360, PS3
Assassin’s Creed 2 XBOX 360, PS3, DS
Halo 3: ODST XBOX 360
Borderlands XBOX 360, PS3
Left 4 Dead 2 XBOX 360
Dragon Age: Origins XBOX 360, PS3
Uncharted 2: Among Thieves PS3
Madden NFL 10 XBOX 360, PS3, PSP, Wii, PS2
New Super Mario Bros. Wii Wii

XBOX 360
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2
Batman: Arkham Asylum
Assassin's Creed 2
Halo 3: ODST
Left 4 Dead 2


PS3
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2
Uncharted 2: Among Thieves
Batman: Arkham Asylum
Assassin’s Creed 2
Borderlands

Wii
New Super Mario Bros. Wii
Wii Sports Resort
Mario and Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games
Metroid Prime Trilogy
Dead Space Extraction

Nintendo DS
Mario & Luigi: Bowser’s Inside Story
Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days
The Legend of Zelda: Spirit Tracks
Scribblenauts
Professor Layton & the Diabolical Box

PS2
Madden NFL 10
G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra
Marvel Ultimate Alliance 2
WWE Smackdown vs. Raw 2010
NCAA Football 10

PSP
Dissidia: Final Fantasy
Soulcalibur: Broken Destiny
Gran Turismo
Grand Theft Auto: Chinatown Wars
LittleBigPlanet

About GameFly
GameFly is the #1 video game rental service. With a choice of more than 7,000 titles, GameFly offers the widest selection of games for the Xbox 360™, PlayStation® 3, Nintendo Wii™, PlayStation® 2, Xbox™, GameCube™, Game Boy™ Advance, Nintendo DS™, and PSP™ without the hassle of due dates or late fees. GameFly members can rent anywhere from one to four games at a time and keep them for as long as they like. Plans start at $15.95 a month with subscribers able to manage their GameQ™ online and receive games directly from the U.S. Postal Service via first class mail. GameFly is also a great source for high quality, used video games at exceptional prices.

For more information and a free trial, please visit http://www.gamefly.com or become a fan on Facebook (www.facebook.com/gamefly) or follow us on Twitter (http://twitter.com/gameflyinc)

Sakura Wars USA Trailer For Playstation 2 And Nintendo Wii

NIS have released a trailer for the N.American version of Sakura Wars. The trailer introduces the player to the game, the setting, the Anime style cut scenes, and gameplay.

New Silent Hill Shattered Memories Screenshots

Konami have released new screenshots for the Multiplatform game, Silent Hill Shattered Memories.

Silent Hill Shattered Memories

New Screenshots for Dance Dance Revolution For The Nintendo Wii And Playstation 2

Konami have released new screenshots for both the Playstation 2 and Nintendo Wii versions of Dance Dance Revolution.

Dance Dance Revolution Wii


Dance Dance Revolution PS2

NIS - PS2 Game, Mana-Khemia 2 Box Art And Special Edition Announced.

NIS has released pictures of the Box Art for it's upcoming game Mana Khemia 2.

they have also announced a special edition. it comes with a CD with 30 songs and a large unique Poster.
Click the pictures to see them full size.

Koei - Loads Of Mana Khemia 2 Screenshots and Character Art - Press Release

Koei have released a load of screenshots for Mana Khemia 2. the game is being published in America by NIS and is set for a Fall 2009 Release.
The Game features 2 main characters, each with their own story line. both story line endings can change depending on what happens in the game.

Screenshots


Character Art


Press Release


Key Features
Dual Battle: ManaKhemia2 adopts a unique type of turn based battle system. You will have a set of attackers and supporters that switch in and out throughout the battle with attack/support actions.
Massive Item Crafting: Over 100 items to craft. Players can search for ingredients throughout the world and create new items using what you’ve found.
2 Main Characters: There are 2 separate stories ready for ManaKhemia2. Depending on how you played the game can alter the ending, so there are 2 storylines for the 2 main characters.

MANA KHEMIA 2: FALL OF ALCHEMY COMING FALL 2009!
RELEASE DATE:Fall 2009
PLATFORM:PlayStation® 2
GENRE:RPG
PLAYER(S):1
ESRB:RP
PUBLISHER: NIS America
DEVELOPER:Gust

NIS America is a subsidiary of Nippon Ichi Software, Inc., a Japanese company famous for its unique line of strategy RPGs including titles such as Disgaea, Phantom Brave, and MakaiKingdom.
In 2003, NIS America was established in Southern California to publish exciting and innovative game titles for North America.
NIS America’s team members devote themselves to the fans. Our respect for our fans is at the heart of everything we do. As a growing strategy RPG publisher in the U.S., we are committed to continuous improvement and dedication.

About NIS America
Gust Co., LTD. (Gust) was established on October 1st, 1993 in Nagano, Japan as an entertainment software developer. Gust strives to create sensible new games that continually advance gaming technology to fulfill the dreams and expectations of their fans around the world.
For Immediate Release
Santa Ana, CA (May 7, 2009) –NIS America revealed today that ManaKhemia2: Fall of Alchemy will be coming to North America this coming fall.
As the bench mark of hardcore RPG titles, ManaKhemiaevolves to a new level for the PlayStation®2. With the ultimate 2D graphics blended with anime influenced 3D environments, the visuals are stunning. Game play is as excellent as its looks with plenty of action and tons of item crafting. Players can indulge in the hardcore world of gaming with the highest degree possible on the PlayStation®2 platform.

Sony - Singstar Take That Announced - Press Release

Sony have announced a new addition to the Singstar series on Playstation 2 and Playstation 3. Singstar Take That is set for a late 2009 release and will feature songs new and old from them. there will also be a "taster" Take That Singstar Download pack before the games released.


Press Release

London, 5th June 2009: Sony Computer Entertainment Europe today announced SingStar® Take That is coming to PLAYSTATION®3 (PS3™) on Blu-ray Disc and PlayStation 2. Take That fans are in for a treat this year as one of Europe’s hottest acts comes to SingStar. Set to launch late 2009, SingStar Take That will have fans and music lovers singing along to classic pop hits and soulful ballads that span the group’s hugely successful career. You can get practising this summer when the Take That SongPack comes to SingStore™, giving you five exclusive tracks so you’ll be ready to impress when SingStar Take That arrives later this year!

Featuring a collection of new and classic tracks from their multi-million album selling career, SingStar Take That is packed full of those tunes that will tug on your heartstrings and have you delivering the performance of your life. Grab your Wireless SingStar Microphones and get your mates together for a harmonious performance of uplifting, chart topping single Shine - or serenade your loved one with the heartfelt Back for Good and Could it be Magic.

Whether Take That stole your heart in their early days or won you over with their latest releases, prepare to put on a performance you’ll Never Forget and perform the hit ballads of one of the world’s hottest groups when SingStar Take That launches on PS3 and PlayStation 2 later this year.

As proud sponsors of the band’s record breaking UK stadium tour which sees the band perform to an audience of some 1.2 million people in just twenty shows, there’ll be the opportunity for fans across the country to warm up their vocal chords early, in dedicated SingStar sampling areas, at many of the concert venues.

For those with a PS3 there will be a taster Take That SongPack to download from SingStore, these tracks will be on the disc, but for those that just can’t wait – this SongPack is sure to get you singing.

To find out how you can unleash the SingStar in you and get the latest SingStar news, visit singstargame.com or please contact your local PR Manager:

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Sony - Singstar Motown Announced.

To celebrate Motowns 50th anniversary, Sony have announced that Singstar Motown is coming to the PS2 and PS3. no word on the games release though.



Press Release

E3, Los Angeles, 2nd June 2009: Sony Computer Entertainment Europe (SCEE) is set to give SingStar® an injection of soul this year with the announcement of SingStar® Motown for PLAYSTATION®3 (PS3™) and PlayStation®2 for PAL territories. Celebrating 50 years of Motown, SingStar Motown will have music lovers grooving and bopping as they sing their way through a great collection of classic tracks from legendary Motown artists.

These classic sounds defined an era and gave us some of the most memorable songs ever. In fact, Motown classic artists have had over 190 number one hits worldwide - and now you get to sing some of these timeless hits yourself. Get the girls together to re-enact the ultimate diva performance of The Supremes with “Stop! In The Name Of Love.” Guys, make the ladies swoon as you croon along to the smooth sounds of Marvin Gaye and Stevie Wonder. And now you can really get your groove on with Wireless SingStar® Microphones for an authentic performance reminiscent of the ‘60s.

Following the hugely successful SingStar® ABBA and SingStar® Queen, the classic artists from SingStar Motown are the latest global music icons to join the SingStar ranks. The track list is packed full of timeless tunes that will have everyone on their feet and singing along later this year.

To find out how you can unleash the SingStar in you and get the latest SingStar news, visitsingstargame.com or please contact your local PR Manager:

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Activision - Ice gae Rise Of The Dinosaurs Announced.

Activison have announced Ice Age Rise Of The Dinosaurs for the 360, PC, Wii, DS, PSP, PS2 and PS3. The game will feature voice actors from the Movie, Ray Romano, John Leguizamo, Queen Latifah and Josh Peck.

You get to play as different characters from the Movie,Whilst the Possums offer the gamers tips and advice during the games 15 levels. the game also has multiplayer with 8 Mini Games, a first for the franchise.

Press Release

SANTA MONICA, Calif., June 1, 2009 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX News Network/ -- The talent from Twentieth Century Fox's highly anticipated Ice Age(TM): Dawn of the Dinosaurs feature film will reprise their roles in the upcoming video game from Activision Publishing, Inc. (Nasdaq: ATVI). The game features the voices of Ray Romano, John Leguizamo, Queen Latifah and Josh Peck as members of an unlikely herd of prehistoric pals on a rescue mission across the tundra and beyond as they meet new friends and discover a mysterious world teeming with lush vegetation and fierce dinosaurs.

"The actors have brought life and familiarity to these admired prehistoric Ice Age characters," said Rob Kostich, head of marketing for licensed properties, Activision Publishing, Inc. "Their presence in the game brings authenticity to the experience, immersing players in the Ice Age movie universe."

For the first time in an Ice Age game, players take on the roles of multiple characters such as big-hearted Manny the mammoth (Romano), the earnest but goofy Sid the sloth (Leguizamo), Diego the saber-toothed tiger, fan favorite Scrat and more. Gamers also get gameplay tips from the wacky possum duo, Crash and Eddie (Peck), and Ellie the mammoth (Latifah). Each character features its own strengths and abilities, resulting in a wide variety of gameplay experiences as players work through more than 15 action-packed levels. Players can also team up with friends and family in eight competitive multiplayer mini-games, another first for the game franchise.

The Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs video game is being developed by Eurocom for the Xbox(R) 360 video game entertainment system from Microsoft, Games for Windows(R), Wii, the PLAYSTATION(R)3 computer entertainment system and the PlayStation(R)2 computer entertainment system. The Nintendo DS version is being developed by Artificial Mind & Movement.

The console and Games for Windows versions are rated "E10+" (Cartoon Violence) and DS is rated "E" (Mild Cartoon Violence) by the ESRB. The Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs video game will debut at retail outlets nationwide this summer.

For more information on the Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs video game, please visit www.IceAgeGame.com.

About Activision Publishing, Inc.

Headquartered in Santa Monica, California, Activision Publishing, Inc. is a leading worldwide developer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment and leisure products.

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THQ - Marvel Super Hero Squad Announced. Pictures and Trailer - Press Release

THQ have announced Marvel Super Hero Squad for the Wii, DS, PSP and Playstation 2. The game is a Tie-in with a new cartoon show coming to Cartoon Network this fall.
there are 20 Marvel characters to play from It is a multiplayer game with action adventure and epic battles with stylised Marvel characters., Super Heros or Super Villans, in either a battle mode against 3 others or in campaigns from the animated series.





Press Release

AGOURA HILLS, Calif. --(Business Wire)-- May 28, 2009 THQ Inc. (NASDAQ: THQI) today announced plans to deliverMarvel Super Hero Squad, the first video game based on the animated series, The Super Hero Squad Show, scheduled to debut this fall on Cartoon Network. Marvel Super Hero Squad will mark the first title in THQ’s licensing agreement with Marvel Entertainment, Inc., and is currently in development for Wii™ home video game system, Nintendo DS™, PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system and PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) system. The multiplayer adventure game will feature nonstop action-adventure gameplay and epic battles, as well as a breadth of the new, super-stylized Marvel characters.

“We are thrilled to add Marvel Super Hero Squad to THQ’s extensive licensed kids portfolio,” said Kevin Kraff, vice president, global brand management, THQ. “Super Hero Squad will feature an animation style that will appeal to a younger audience, but its depth in graphics and gameplay will also engage the more mature, avid fans of the renowned Marvel brand.”

“Expanding upon The Super Hero Squad Show brand is a major initiative for Marvel in 2009, and launching the Marvel Super Hero Squad video game is a key component in the brand expansion,” said Simon Phillips, president, Worldwide Consumer Products, and CEO, Marvel Animation. “We are confident THQ will bring the renowned Marvel characters to life in a video game that will satisfy the longtime Marvel fans, as well as bring new fans into the fold.”

About Marvel Super Hero Squad

Set in the ever popular Marvel Universe, the Super Hero Squad is on a dire mission against Dr. Doom’s Lethal Legion of villains to recover the hidden Infinity Fractals; fragments of the all-powerful Infinity Sword. Each Infinity Fractal holds incredible power and can have significant effects on its possessor, giving each character special abilities that could alter the game’s rules and playing field. With more than 20 Marvel characters to mix and match, players can choose to take on the role of their favorite Super Heroes and Super Villains, such as Captain America, Dr. Doom, Falcon, Hulk, Iron Man, Juggernaut, Ms. Marvel, Silver Surfer, Thing, Thor and Wolverine, to name a few. Using character-specific super powers and customized combo attacks, players will blast, punch, and bash in fast-moving combat with their nemesis. Players can either jump into a battle arena against up to three opponents in Battle Mode, or choose to relive six campaigns as depicted from the animated series in Adventure Mode. Marvel Super Hero Squad is an immersive, single and multiplayer game filled with dramatic, interactive environments where players are given extraordinary powers to fight for good or evil, depending on which Super Hero Squad character they chose to play as.

For more information on the Marvel Super Hero Squad video game, please visit www.marvelshsgame.com. Information on the rest of THQ’s line-up of family-friendly titles is available on www.playthq.com.

About Marvel Entertainment, Inc.

Marvel Entertainment, Inc. is one of the world’s most prominent character-based entertainment companies, built on a proven library of over 5,000 characters featured in a variety of media over seventy years. Marvel utilizes its character franchises in licensing, entertainment (via Marvel Studios and Marvel Animation) and publishing (via Marvel Comics). Marvel’s strategy is to leverage its franchises in a growing array of opportunities around the world, including feature films, consumer products, toys, video games, animated television, direct-to-DVD and online. For more information, visitwww.marvel.com.

About THQ

THQ Inc. (NASDAQ: THQI) is a leading worldwide developer and publisher of interactive entertainment software. The company develops its products for all popular game systems, personal computers and wireless devices. Headquartered in Los Angeles County, California, THQ sells product through its global network of offices located throughout North America, Europe and Asia Pacific. More information about THQ and its products may be found at www.thq.com. THQ and the THQ logo are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of THQ Inc.

Marvel and all related characters are trademarks of Marvel Entertainment, Inc. and its subsidiaries and are used with permission. Copyright © 2009 Marvel Entertainment, Inc. and its subsidiaries. Licensed by Marvel Characters B.V.www.marvel.com. All rights reserved. Super Hero(es) and Super Villain(s) are co-owned registered trademarks.

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The statements contained in this press release that are not historical facts may be “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements are based on current expectations, estimates and projections about the business of THQ Inc. and its subsidiaries (collectively referred to as “THQ”), including, but not limited to, expectations and projections related to the Marvel Super Hero Squad video game, and are based upon management’s current beliefs and certain assumptions made by management. Such forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements, including, but not limited to, business, competitive, economic, legal, political and technological factors affecting our industry, operations, markets, products or pricing. Readers should carefully review the risk factors and the information that could materially affect THQ’s financial results, described in other documents that THQ files from time to time with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including its Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q and Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal period ended March 31, 2009, and particularly the discussion of risk factors set forth therein. Unless otherwise required by law, THQ disclaims any obligation to update its view on any such risks or uncertainties or to revise or publicly release the results of any revision to these forward-looking statements. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date of this press release.

EA - GI Joe Box Art Revealed

EA have released the Box Art for GI Joe On all the consoles.