Majesco have announced that bananagrams, the popular Facebook game, is now available on the iTunes App Store for $4.99 in N. America and £2.99 in the UK.
the object of the game is to take a batch of word tiles and try to create as many words as possible before you run out of word tiles. what makes the game unique is that both players play simultaneously and create interconnected words. The iPhone/iPod Touch version has a Live mode where you can have up to 24 friends playing head to head or compete for best individual times.
Majesco Also announce that the facebook version enables players to compete with other players from around the world in multiplayer matches.
bananagrams
Press Release
EDISON, N.J., September 28, 2009 -Majesco Entertainment Company (NASDAQ: COOL), an innovative provider of video games for the mass market, today announced that the popular anagram game, Bananagrams, is now available on iPhone and iPod touch. Developed by Large Animal Games, Bananagrams ignores all the rules of traditional board games in favor of an every-player-for-themselves approach that delivers lightning-fast puzzle play guaranteed to get the mind moving and drive players "bananas."
"Majesco is very excited to be developing games for cutting edge mobile platforms like iPhone and iPod touch," said Gui Karyo, Executive Vice President of Operations, Majesco. "Bananagrams' fast-paced style of multiplayer puzzle gameplay is perfectly suited to take full advantage of the capabilities offered by these powerful portable devices."
The object of Bananagrams is to create as many words as quickly as possible from an initial batch of selected tiles. Unlike other turn-based games, Bananagrams has players simultaneously playing to form interconnected words. Once the tile pile is depleted, the player who is able to use all of his or her tiles first wins. The innovative Multi-Touch user interface of iPhone and iPod touch allows players to drag and drop groups of letters and even entire words at a time with lightning-quick speed and precision. Multiplayer matches are supported using the devices' network capabilities.
In "Live" players can challenge up to 24 friends in head-to-head, real-time games or they can compete for best individual times with up to 24 players in the Multiplayer Banana Café. Players can also compete against other players in multiplayer matches on the recently introduced Bananagrams application for Facebook Platform. In addition, players can test their skills in two single-player game modes - Banana Solitaire and Single Player Banana Café. Players can also earn tokens and trophies for achieving gameplay goals and spend their earned game credits on upgrades such as different tile sets, board designs or Special Items.
Bananagrams is available for $4.99 from the App Store on iPhone and iPod touch or atwww.itunes.com/appstore/. For additional information about Majesco's exciting line of products, please visit: http://www.majescoentertainment.com/.
About Bananagrams
Bananagrams®, named Toy Fair 2009's "Game of the Year'," is a fast and fun anagram game that drives players bananas! Requiring no pencil, paper or board, Bananagrams comes in a small portable banana shaped pouch and is perfect fun for kids from seven - 97-years-old at home or on the go. Created by a word game-obsessed family of three generations, Bananagrams is a labor of love that that has quickly become an international phenomenon. Bananagrams is available online as a free Facebook Application and for iPhone and iPod touch. Bananagrams recently launched in Spanish and French as well as in a larger version - Double Bananagrams - for 16+ players - the big banana for the larger bunch!
About Large Animal Games
Large Animal Games is an independent developer and publisher of games for a broad range of players. Founded in 2001 and headquartered in New York City, Large Animal has developed over 75 games for a variety of platforms, including award-winning casual titles such asSnapshot Adventures: Secret of Bird IslandTM and RocketbowlTM, as well as social network games like Bumper StarsTM and Lucky Strike LanesTM. Their TogaTM platform enables social games like BananagramsTM to deeply integrate with and combine audiences across multiple social networks. More information about Large Animal can be found online athttp://www.largeanimal.com/
About Majesco Entertainment Company
Majesco Entertainment Company is a provider of video games for the mass market. Building on more than 20 years of operating history, the company is focused on developing and publishing a wide range of casual and family oriented video games on leading console and portable systems. Product highlights include Cooking Mama and Cake Mania 2 for Nintendo DS, and Cooking Mama World Kitchen and Jillian Michaels' Fitness Ultimatum 2009 for Wii. The company's shares are traded on the Nasdaq Stock Market under the symbol: COOL. Majesco is headquartered in Edison, NJ and has an international office in Bristol, UK. More information about Majesco can be found online at www.majescoentertainment.com/. @Majesco is on twitter at www.twitter.com/majesco.
Monday, September 28, 2009
EA Announces Return to Britannia Campaign To Celebrate Ultima Online's 12th Anniversary
http://images.mmorpg.com/images/newsimages/402009/uobrit1x.jpgEA has announced, that in celebration of Ultima Online's 12th anniversary, the start of the Return To Britannia Campaign. All former players of the game are welcomed back to Ultima Online for unlimited free game play through to October 16th. closed accounts, in good standing, have been re-activated meaning users can use their original usernames and passwords to log in.
During the campaign Mondain’s Legacy will also be playable, enabling players to play as the Elven race and explore new dungeons that the 7th expansion bought to the game.
Press Release
FAIRFAX, Va. --(Business Wire)-- Sep 28, 2009 Mythic Entertainment™, an Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ:ERTS) studio, today announced the Return to Britannia Campaign in celebration of the 12-year anniversary of Ultima Online™ (UO). As part of the Return to Britannia Campaign, all former players are being welcomed back to UO, one of the longest-running MMORPGs in history, for unlimited free game play through October 16th. Closed accounts in good standing have been re-activated, and former players can log back into the game using their original user name and passwords.
New content available to returning players through the Return to Britannia Campaign includes Mondain’s Legacy, the 7th UO expansion which introduced the playable Elven race and dangerous, new dungeons to explore. Mondain’s Legacy was made available at no charge in August 2009 to existing subscribers and to new players as part of the Ultima Online 14-day free trial.
“We’re hoping that, as part of the Return to Britannia Campaign, former players will once again rediscover the joys of Ultima Online,” said Jeff Hickman, Executive Producer for Mythic Entertainment. “UO was the first love of many MMORPG players, and it still holds a special place in their hearts after 12 glorious years. I think returning players will be pleasantly surprised to find a thriving and vibrant community from around the world ready to welcome back their former compatriots and include them in their ongoing adventures.”
Players returning to Ultima Online through the Return to Britannia Campaign can download and install the UO client for free at: http://www.uoherald.com/trial/. Players who no longer have access to their Ultima Online username and password can retrieve their account information at: http://support.ea.com.
Ultima Online: Stygian Abyss, the 8th expansion was released earlier this month and revolves around the introduction of the playable Gargoyle race. Players will also find expansive new areas to explore, including Ter Mur, the Gargoyle homeland, and the Stygian Abyss – the largest dungeon area ever introduced to Ultima Online. This sprawling dungeon contains new boss monsters of unparalleled difficulty, including the Medusa, Primeval Lich and the Stygian Dragon, as well as Player vs. Player zones where adventurers are turned against one another. Ultima Online: Stygian Abyss is now available at UOGamesCodes.com and the EA STORE for $29.99.
To learn more about Ultima Online, visit: www.uo.com.
About Ultima Online
Released in September 1997, Ultima Online is one of the longest-running games in MMORPG history. The first widely successful graphical online role-playing game, Ultima Online has thrived for over a decade, with armies of devoted followers around the world. Fans of the game continue to experience an epic storyline set in an ever-growing world of magic and fantasy. Ultima Online has spawned eight expansions and dozens of content updates, making it one of the deepest, largest MMORPGs ever created.
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 2009, EA posted GAAP net revenue of $4.2 billion and had 31 titles that sold more than one million copies. 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, Ultima, Ultima Online, Stygian Abyss, Mythic Entertainment and EA Store are trademarks or registered trademarks of Electronic Arts Inc. in the U.S. and/or other countries.
EA Sports And British Band The Enemy Team Up To Offer "Be Somebody" For 50p
EA Sports has teamed up with Britsh band The Enemy. the team up for the bands newest single "Be Somebody" means that fans can buy the single for 50p from (http://www.7digital.com/artists/the-enemy/be-somebody).
the video for the song was filmed at the Rich Arena, home ground for Coventry Football Club, and the band were also playing FIFA 10.
FIFA 10 - The Enemy
Press Release
EA SPORTS and The Enemy have teamed-up as the band look to secure their fifth top twenty single with the release of their third single, and UK hero track for FIFA 10, 'Be Somebody' from the platinum selling album, Music For The People.
The video for the single was shot on the band's home soil at the Ricoh Arena, Coventry with Tom, Andy and Liam captured locking horns in some highly charged games of FIFA 10. The boys describe the video as the best one yet.
FIFA fans can download the single for only 50p here (http://www.7digital.com/artists/the-enemy/be-somebody) and watch the official video for the single on their website now http://www.theenemy.com/video,be-somebody_23.htm?eml=wb/enemy/fifa).
Following a hectic summer in which they've played a prestigious headline date at Somerset House, a full stadium tour with Oasis, the V Festival and T4 on the Beach, The Enemy's November headline tour will be the last chance for fans to catch the band in action for a while as they push forwards with work on their third album. For a full list of dates and where to purchase tickets visit the site here.http://www.theenemy.com/gigs.htm?eml=wb/enemy/fifa
the video for the song was filmed at the Rich Arena, home ground for Coventry Football Club, and the band were also playing FIFA 10.
FIFA 10 - The Enemy
Press Release
EA SPORTS and The Enemy have teamed-up as the band look to secure their fifth top twenty single with the release of their third single, and UK hero track for FIFA 10, 'Be Somebody' from the platinum selling album, Music For The People.
The video for the single was shot on the band's home soil at the Ricoh Arena, Coventry with Tom, Andy and Liam captured locking horns in some highly charged games of FIFA 10. The boys describe the video as the best one yet.
FIFA fans can download the single for only 50p here (http://www.7digital.com/artists/the-enemy/be-somebody) and watch the official video for the single on their website now http://www.theenemy.com/video,be-somebody_23.htm?eml=wb/enemy/fifa).
Following a hectic summer in which they've played a prestigious headline date at Somerset House, a full stadium tour with Oasis, the V Festival and T4 on the Beach, The Enemy's November headline tour will be the last chance for fans to catch the band in action for a while as they push forwards with work on their third album. For a full list of dates and where to purchase tickets visit the site here.http://www.theenemy.com/gigs.htm?eml=wb/enemy/fifa
Sega Has Released A New Trailer For Mario And Sonic At The Winter Olympic Games On The Nintendo Wii
Sega has released a new trailer for the upcoming Mario And Sonic At The Winter Olympic Games. the trailer shows some of the different games modes in the game like slalom skiing and some Skiing racing. the racing shows what appears to be tracks from Mario kart redone in the game and covered in Snow.
One of the new events in the game, that is not apart of the Winter Olympics, is a snowball fight which can be played 4 player splitscreen.
One of the new events in the game, that is not apart of the Winter Olympics, is a snowball fight which can be played 4 player splitscreen.
Audio Re-Cap of The Weekends News (oldest to newest)
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Droplitz is on sale. PSN price is now $4.99. $0.99 on iPhone. XBLA And Steam Prices are the same. Facebook one out now http://ow.ly/raVD
PS3: Sony's motion controller is called Wand Controller for now. several names are going through Sony. http://ow.ly/raX9
PS3: Its rumoured Sony is working on a "Nunchuck" peripheral for the motion controller. DualShock 3 appears to work as one http://ow.ly/raXM
360: Bungie is looking into Halo 3 ODST disc read errors, asks players to send them a private forum message. http://ow.ly/raZf
PS3: Little Big Planet DLC, The Mythology Pack is free to American Users. USA Water Beta E:mails start next week. http://ow.ly/rb26
PS3: Uncharted DLC Content for Little Big Planet being possibly coming. http://ow.ly/rb2i
360: Splinter Cell Conviction mulitplayer mode is to be announced/detailed very shortly. http://ow.ly/rb2L
Fumito Ueda has said that he didn't want ICO/Shadow Of The Colossus on PS3/PSP, but has changed his mind. http://ow.ly/rb4d
PS3: Sony is going to clamp down on Warhawk cheaters, wiping stats and banning planers. http://ow.ly/rb4m
PSP: the current announced 11 PSP Minis games are listed in the link. 4 yet to be announced. http://ow.ly/rb4w
PS3: Some Uncharted 2 DLC has been confirmed as multiplayer maps. http://ow.ly/rb4F
Wii: The Pokemon Company have announced that they are working on a Wii game and it should be announced soon. http://ow.ly/rb5j
PC: Sony Online Entertainment have sent out surveys to PlanetSide subscribers saying a new PlanetSide game is coming http://ow.ly/rb5D
PC: Star Trek Online PreOrders at GameStop have launch at February 2nd. Amazon.com has March 31st. Collectors Edition also http://ow.ly/rb6j
PSP: Sony has announced that there are no plans to extend the Sony PSP Rewards program to the USA. http://ow.ly/rbS1
PS3: A New Fist Of The North Star game is being teased by Koei Temco. a reveal should be on October 14th. http://ow.ly/rbSA
QTE Blog: New Screenshots And Trailer For Dynasty Warriors Strikeforce On The Playstation 3 And Xbox 360 http://ow.ly/15Ri2r
The Link has a 7 minute Final Fantasy XIII Gameplay Video which focuses on the character Snow http://ow.ly/rbV0
The Link has a 7 minute Final Fantasy XIII Gameplay Video which focuses on the character Lightning http://ow.ly/rbVg
DSi: a Gamepay Trailer for the Level 5 / Studio Ghibli game has been released. it's in Japanese. http://ow.ly/rbVV
Capcom have not chosen a producer for Resident Evil 6. there are now no plans for Resident Evil 5 on the Wii. http://ow.ly/rcIE
Tokyo Game Show had 27,434 people through the doors on day 1, day 2 saw 24,605. both are up on last years figures. http://ow.ly/rcIV
Sega's Alpha Protocol Game is rumoured to have been delayed until summer 2010 after GameStop and Amazon.ca list it as June http://ow.ly/rdsS
PSPgo: Sony say that at launch, there will be 16k pieces of Digital content on PSN, 225 are games. PSN game Cards coming http://ow.ly/rdtH
360: SkyTV is rumoured to be coming to the 360 in Mid October. http://ow.ly/rgDp
PS3: A List of features of Gran Turismo 5 was revealed at the Tokyo Game Show. 950+ Cars, 20 locations, new physics + more http://ow.ly/rgDS
PS3: Need For Speed Shift has sold more on the PS3 than the Xbox 360 version. http://ow.ly/rgEe
PSP: a list of all 50 PSP Mini's has been created. not all of the games have a release date yet. http://ow.ly/rgEF
PS3: A Reebok promotion is offering the Madden 10 AFL Legacy DLC for free for USA residents. http://ow.ly/rgFF
360: Cave announce that Mushihime-sama Futari will be region free. if demand is high, future games could be localised http://ow.ly/rhk9
QTE Blog: New Screenshots And Trailer For Super Monkey Ball Step & Roll On The Nintendo Wii http://ow.ly/15Rq59
360: A Blogger with the 360 version of Need For Speed Shift found a bug where the game tries to connect to the PSN http://ow.ly/rhTC
PS3: EU PSN update on Thursday set to be huge. dynamic themes, turtles in time, lots of PSP content, ready for PSPgo. http://ow.ly/rhUn
New Street Fighter IV news could come Monday. Picture found showing T Hawk and possibly Super Street Fighter IV http://ow.ly/rj2c
QTE Blog: What Have You Played This Week? http://ow.ly/15RrU8
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Sunday, September 27, 2009
QTE Tweets Of The Week
The Following are the top 10 most clicked QTE Gamers tweets of the week.
10 PS3: Little Big Planet DLC, The Mythology Pack is free to American Users. USA Water Beta E:mails start next week. http://ow.ly/rb26
9 PS3: PS1 Game Final Fantasy VIII Has been released on the Japanese PSN. no word on its release else where. http://ow.ly/qQXA
8 360: Splinter Cell Conviction is set for A February 23rd 2010 release. http://ow.ly/qMDS
7 QTE Blog: New Screenshots For Alan Wake And A Fact Sheet For The Game http://ow.ly/15QVZv
6 PS3: leak from Sega hints, motion controller is out in Japan in March, Spring in Europe. PS2 emulation + DreamCast games http://ow.ly/qto6
5 PC: Star Trek Online PreOrders at GameStop have launch at February 2nd. Amazon.com has March 31st. Collectors Edition also http://ow.ly/rb6j
4 360: There's a mandatory update today. there are no features added, it's preparation for facebook/twitter/last fm update http://ow.ly/qELM
3 PS3: A Possible Boxart For The Japanese Version of Final Fantasy XIII Has been spotted next to the Limited FF XIII PS3 http://ow.ly/qXas
2 PS3: European MAG Beta codes appear to now being sent out. http://ow.ly/qnNr
1 it is rumoured that Microsoft is looking to take over EA. EA Shares have risen 8% already on the speculation. http://ow.ly/qJXl
10 PS3: Little Big Planet DLC, The Mythology Pack is free to American Users. USA Water Beta E:mails start next week. http://ow.ly/rb26
9 PS3: PS1 Game Final Fantasy VIII Has been released on the Japanese PSN. no word on its release else where. http://ow.ly/qQXA
8 360: Splinter Cell Conviction is set for A February 23rd 2010 release. http://ow.ly/qMDS
7 QTE Blog: New Screenshots For Alan Wake And A Fact Sheet For The Game http://ow.ly/15QVZv
6 PS3: leak from Sega hints, motion controller is out in Japan in March, Spring in Europe. PS2 emulation + DreamCast games http://ow.ly/qto6
5 PC: Star Trek Online PreOrders at GameStop have launch at February 2nd. Amazon.com has March 31st. Collectors Edition also http://ow.ly/rb6j
4 360: There's a mandatory update today. there are no features added, it's preparation for facebook/twitter/last fm update http://ow.ly/qELM
3 PS3: A Possible Boxart For The Japanese Version of Final Fantasy XIII Has been spotted next to the Limited FF XIII PS3 http://ow.ly/qXas
2 PS3: European MAG Beta codes appear to now being sent out. http://ow.ly/qnNr
1 it is rumoured that Microsoft is looking to take over EA. EA Shares have risen 8% already on the speculation. http://ow.ly/qJXl
What Have You Played This Week?
I tried to play more this week, but with the Tokyo Game Show I didn't get as much done as I had hoped.
Football Manager 09 – PC – Still going strong. I've been playing as San Marino, the club not the nation though they both do share the same name, location and stadium. It's interesting as I don't really try out the Italian leagues much.
Dead Space – PS3 – I do like the story of this game, but i'm not a fan of the shooting. It all feels slow and cumbersome. Also the camera really gets in the way in some situations. It doesn't help that the game on medium is still fairly difficult. I'm finding it hard to work through this game. I can see what all the fuss is about, i'm just starting to think that this game just isn't for me.
Fat Princess – PS3 – no issues connecting to a game, but several games have come up with the snail logo. I'm also finding that several games i've played are less than half full. I'm more of a fan of the games when all the times are full, I feel that the game has a better balance than when there's only a few players.
Shatter – PS3 – Mainly been playing the Bonus stages, trying to get the trophy for scoring 10 million. Not made it yet, i'm around 9.3 million at the moment. Not really had time to play the game indepth.
What have you been playing this week? feel free to add your weeks gaming selection in the comments, or comment on my selection for this week
New Screenshots And Trailer For Super Monkey Ball Step & Roll On The Nintendo Wii
Sega has released new screenshots and a trailer for thier upcoming Nintendo Wii game, Super Monkey Ball Step & Roll. the screenshots show the single player action in the game and some of the levels, whilst the games trailer shows much more. the trailer shows single player, multiplayer, mini games and how you use the balance board.
Super Monkey Ball Step & Roll
Super Monkey Ball Step & Roll
Saturday, September 26, 2009
New Screenshots And Trailer For Dynasty Warriors Strikeforce On The Playstation 3 And Xbox 360
Koei have released screenshots And A Trailer for the Playstation 3 and Xbox 360 versions of Dynasty Warriors StrikeForce.
the trailer shows some in game action, as well as some CGi moments from the game. a new character is revealed, as well as features like AI Controlled Team mates. the menus shown are in Japanese.
Dynasty Warriors Strikeforce
These screenshots show different aspects of the game, from the menu systems, to battles. there are art works for some of the characters and boxart for both the Xbox 360 and Playstation 3 games. nearly all the text is in Japanese and unfortunately Koei have no provided me with translations.
Dynasty Warriors Strikeforce - PS3 Characters
The Playstation 3 version of the game has a unique character from the Ninja Gaiden series called Ryu Hayabusa. these screenshots show how he looks in the game and him using his trademark Dragon Sword in combat.
Dynasty Warriors Strikeforce - Xbox 360 Characters
The Guest Character in the Xbox 360 Version of the game is called Nu Wa, from Warriors Orochi 2. these screenshots show what his character model looks like in the game as well as what Nu Wa's Rapier looks like in battle (the character using it is Zhoa Yun.)
Audio Re-Cap of Yesterdays News (oldest to newest)
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Re-Cap of Yesterdays News (oldest to newest)
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360: Epic say that Japan sales of gears Of War were 1% of total sales. Epic stopped working on Japanese Gears Of War 2. http://ow.ly/r1PJ
Epic say the next Gears Of War game could will be on the next generation of consoles and use Unreal Engine 4. http://ow.ly/r1R1
PS3: Epic has updated the PS3 Unreal Tournament III "Cooking process" to allow for custom sounds. http://ow.ly/r1RI
PS3: the motion Control Resident Evil 5 is to be known as Alternative Edition. new content is also in the game. http://ow.ly/r1XH
PS3: The Red and Blue Dual Shock 3 controllers are coming to Japan on October 29th. http://ow.ly/r1Yi
PSP: Q Games Dylan Cuthbert, Tweets his disappointment over PixleJunk Monsters not being at Tokyo Game Show. http://ow.ly/r1Zn
PSpgo: Sony explain why they're not doing the PSP-PSPgo game conversion program. Legal+technical issues mainly http://ow.ly/r217
Wii: The Wii will get a EU price cut of €50, making it €199. A UK Price cut is not expected. http://ow.ly/r2j5
360: A Video has been found showing Natal being used with a Katamari game. http://ow.ly/r2kJ
PS3: Home update 1.3 is still going through the Q&A process. they expect it to come out in the near future. http://ow.ly/r2mL
Japanese Hardware Charts, DSi 66.073, PS3 51.055, PSP 21.073, Wii 16.698, DS 13.555, Xbox 360 4.965, PS2 2.723 http://ow.ly/r2nS
QTE Blog: Nintendo Announce A Limited Edition Wii Sports Resort With 2 Wii Motion Plus http://ow.ly/15R4uc
QTE Blog: EA Announce That Battlefield Heroes has 2 Million Registered Players And Heroes Of The Fall Update http://ow.ly/15R4ud
PS3: Video has emerged of Little Big Planet being played 2 player, one with motion controller, other with a Dual Shock3. http://ow.ly/r3ft
PS3: The 250GB PS3 Slim thats not in a bundle has been spotted for sale on Amazon.co.uk. its got a October 1st release. http://ow.ly/r3Xv
PS3: A Video has emerged of Resident Evil 5 Alternative Edition motion controllers being used. (action starts 2:50) http://ow.ly/r47N
QTE Blog: Namco Announce That TheTrivia Series,Worst-Case Scenario, Is Out On The iTunes App Store For $0.99 http://ow.ly/15R55L
QTE Blog: Nintendo Have Revealed The Boxart For New Super Mario Bros. Wii http://ow.ly/15R55M
Wii: Nintendo have said their price drop is not influenced by PS3 and 360 Cuts, it was their own business decision. http://ow.ly/r4zF
360 Rock Band 2 update has gone live today, PS3 coming soon. it adds Audition mode to the games Extra Menu + more. http://ow.ly/r55L
QTE Blog: Sega Has Released 3 New Videos For Football Manager 2010 On The PC http://ow.ly/15R70H
360: Microsoft have said that a “simple update wouldn’t be enough” to patch Natal into older games. http://ow.ly/r4yP
PS3: the announcement of firmware 3.0/3.01 on the PS3 Blog has 700 comments. apparently many are comments on BluRay issues http://ow.ly/r6jw
QTE Blog: Microsoft Has Released 7 Videos Of Japanese Developers Discussing Their Thoughts On Natal http://ow.ly/15R8IF
Wii: Disney is holding a press even in October. its believed to be where they will announce Epic Mickey. http://ow.ly/r7MX
Wii: Activision have said that Call Of Duty Reflex will have WiiSpeak support. it was not originally going to support it. http://ow.ly/r7Nm
Friday, September 25, 2009
Microsoft Has Released 7 Videos Of Japanese Developers Discussing Their Thoughts On Natal
Microsoft has released 7 videos of 7 different, Japanese, developers providing their brief thoughts on Natal. the developers discuss many different possible uses for Natal, ranging from simple jumping to interaction with an audience. the developers also come from many different genres and have different personal ideas on where Natal could take the industry in the future.
The videos are subtitled as the language spoken in all of them is Japanese.
Mr Naoki Maeda
Mr Keiji Inafune
Mr Kenichiro Nagoshi
Mr Yozo Sakagami
Mr Masanori Takeuchi
Mr Kenichiro Imaizumi
Mr Keisuke Kikuchi
The videos are subtitled as the language spoken in all of them is Japanese.
Mr Naoki Maeda
Mr Keiji Inafune
Mr Kenichiro Nagoshi
Mr Yozo Sakagami
Mr Masanori Takeuchi
Mr Kenichiro Imaizumi
Mr Keisuke Kikuchi
Sega Has Released 3 New Videos For Football Manager 2010 On The PC
Sega has released 3 new trailers for Football Manager 2010. the first trailer shows the 3D Match Engine during a match. the second trailer shows the 3D match engine during a replay.
the final trailer shows how you can create your own tactics for you team. it goes into picking a formation, playing philosophy, Playing Style, Player Roles, Player Duties, Starting Strategy, And Summary. these 8 steps come with a "How To" guide explaining what each step means, and how each option, in that step, can change your teams strategy.
3D Match Engine Trailer
Match Engine Replay Trailer
Create Your Own Tactics Walkthrough
i do apologise for the quality of the videos, unfortunately i do not have the funds to offer HD quality videos but, but i hope it's good enough for you readers.
the final trailer shows how you can create your own tactics for you team. it goes into picking a formation, playing philosophy, Playing Style, Player Roles, Player Duties, Starting Strategy, And Summary. these 8 steps come with a "How To" guide explaining what each step means, and how each option, in that step, can change your teams strategy.
3D Match Engine Trailer
Match Engine Replay Trailer
Create Your Own Tactics Walkthrough
i do apologise for the quality of the videos, unfortunately i do not have the funds to offer HD quality videos but, but i hope it's good enough for you readers.
Nintendo Have Revealed The Boxart For New Super Mario Bros. Wii
Nintendo have revealed what the Boxart for new Super Mario Bros. Wii looks like. you can click on the image to see it bigger.
Namco Announce That TheTrivia Series,Worst-Case Scenario, Is Out On The iTunes App Store For $0.99
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Namco Networks have announced that the Worst-Case Scenario series has been released on the iTunes App Store, in America, for $0.99. the app is a trivia based game, with more than 300 questions available. there is the option to purchase 3 more 300 trivia question packs for $0.99 each. The App has Facebook Connect, enabling users to upload their rankings and share achievements on twitter.
Press Release
SAN JOSE, Calif. --(Business Wire)-- Sep 25, 2009 The hit survival trivia book series, Worst-Case Scenario®, is launching on Apple’s App Store to test users’ survival knowledge and powers of observation. Namco Networks, a leading publisher and developer of mobile, iPhone and PC games for mass-market casual gamers, today announced the release of Worst-Case Scenario for 99 cents. Worst-Case Scenario is an entertaining and informative trivia game based on the popular handbook series created by Quirk Productions and published by Chronicle Books which has sold more than 10 million copies and been translated into 26 languages.
The game gives players access to more than 300 trivia questions, providing hours of unique game play. Additionally, Namco Networks utilizes the in-app purchasing feature to provide three additional 300 question downloadable content packs, each priced at 99 cents.
“Players can see if their survival instincts are spot on for everything from crossing piranha-infested waters to wedding disasters,” said Jonathan Kromrey, general manager of Apple Games for Namco Networks. “This is just another example of a great 99 cent title that provides quick and satisfying entertainment. Once done playing, there are three additional question packs available for download for even more challenge and fun.”
Consumers can test their survival skills and prepare themselves for almost any disaster while on the go with this new iPhone game. Worst-Case Scenario features rapid-fire trivia questions covering 11 different categories from the best-selling books, including dating, outdoor survival and politics. Players can test their skills with questions ranging from surviving the direst of dating disasters to avoiding an angry alligator attack.
Worst-Case Scenario also features Facebook Connect, allowing users to post their rankings on Facebook and share achievements with their friends.
For more information on Worst-Case Scenario or other games by Namco, please visit www.namcogames.com or NAMCO NETWORKS on Facebook.
About Namco Networks
Namco Networks America, Inc., a subsidiary of Namco Bandai Holdings (USA) Inc., is a worldwide leader in cutting-edge, digitally distributed casual entertainment including mobile, iPhone and casual PC games. More information about Namco Networks products can be found at www.namcogames.com or at www.twitter.com/namconetworks.
©2008 WORST-CASE SCENARIO by Namco. Based on THE WORST-CASE SCENARIO SURVIVAL HANDBOOK series Copyright ©1999-2008 by Quirk Productions. First published and under license from Chronicle Books LLC and Quirk Productions, Inc. Worst-Case Scenario® is a registered trademark of Quirk Productions, Inc. ©2008 Namco Networks America, Inc.
About Quirk Books
Quirk Books (www.quirkbooks.com) is the foremost publisher of "irreference" books--entertaining, informative, and irreverent reference and crossover nonfiction for adults. Quirk is based in Philadelphia, PA, and was founded by David Borgenicht, creator of the WORST CASE SCENARIO brand.
About Chronicle Books
One of the most admired and respected publishing companies in the U.S., Chronicle Books was founded in 1967 and over the years has developed a reputation for award-winning, innovative, distinctive books and gifts. For more information, please visit www.chroniclebooks.com.
EA Announce That Battlefield Heroes has 2 Million Registered Players And Heroes Of The Fall Update
EA Has announced that their free to play online PC game, Battlefield Heroes, now has 2 million registered users. in celebration of this milestone, EA have also announced that on September 30th, They will release a free update to the game called Heroes Of The Fall.
Heroes Of The Fall brings to the game a new map. it will be a infantry focuses map, set in a village in autumn. the village has bridges, alleyways and channels that can be used to sneak on the enemy. the update also brings other upgrades to the game including upgrades to the Gunner class and improvements to the friends system.
Press Release
STOCKHOLM --(Business Wire)-- Sep 25, 2009 Soldiers, we salute you! Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ:ERTS) today announced that Battlefield Heroes™, the hit Play4Free third-person shooter has recruited two million registered players. With endless hours of signature Battlefield sandbox action, Battlefield Heroes is EA’s latest web-based free to download, free to play title which generates revenue through advertising and in-game item sales. To celebrate this milestone, on September 30, EA will release a free ‘Heroes of the Fall’ update for the game, including a brand new map.
Set against the backdrop of autumn colors, the new map will be infantry-focused and set in a village with dozens of intersecting canals. Intense battles will play out on the bridges and crossings, while sneaky players can use the alleyways and channels to move unnoticed for sudden flanking maneuvers and rear-guard actions.
Starting today, EA is accepting proposed names for the new map at http://www.battlefieldheroes.com. Players can submit a proposed name for the soon-to-be released map, and that name may be selected by the Battlefield Heroes development team.
“Along with this new map, ‘Heroes of the Fall’ includes a slew of changes including upgrades of the Gunner class and improvements to the friends system,” said Ben Cousins, General Manager, Battlefield Heroes team. “We’ve also added a brand new ranking system for the game – players can earn cool new titles for their heroes as they play – showing everyone on the battlefield how dedicated they are.”
Battlefield Heroes is offered completely for free*. With its fun cartoon-style graphics, customized matchmaking and non-stop action, the game caters to players of all skill levels.
Players can quickly download and easily launch the game from http://www.battlefieldheroes.com. Before going into battle, gamers can create a number of personalized characters. Battlefield Heroes features a non-traditional third-person camera view so players can admire their one-of-a-kind hero while taking out the enemy. Character customisation items are available for Valor Points (points earned by playing the game) or with Battlefunds (a fictional currency bought with a credit card, PayPal or other methods) so players can update or change their hero’s style at any time.
Battlefield Heroes is rated “T” by the ESRB and “16+” by PEGI. For more information on the game, please visit www.battlefieldheroes.com or www.ea.com. Or follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/bfheroes.
*Internet connection required.
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 2009, EA posted GAAP net revenue of $4.2 billion and had 31 titles that sold more than one million copies. 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 and POGO are trademarks or registered trademarks of Electronic Arts Inc. in the U.S. and/or other countries. Battlefield Heroes is a trademark or registered trademark of EA Digital Illusions CE AB. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
Nintendo Announce A Limited Edition Wii Sports Resort With 2 Wii Motion Plus
Nintendo has announced, that while Stocks last, they will be releasing a limited edition Wii Sports Resort bundle that will come with 2 Wii Motion Plus Accessories. The new bundle has a suggested retail price of $59.99.
Press Release
REDMOND, Wash. --(Business Wire)-- Sep 24, 2009 Wii Sports Resort™ is all about getting multiple people involved in friendly sporting competitions. Starting Oct. 12, consumers will have even more incentive to get in on the fun when Nintendo releases a special, limited-edition bundle of the Wii Sports Resort game and not one but two Wii MotionPlus™ accessories, which bring enhanced precision to games.
The bundle will be available at a suggested retail price of $59.99. Typically, Wii Sports Resort comes with a single Wii MotionPlus unit at a suggested retail price of $49.99, and additional Wii MotionPlus units are available at a suggested retail price of $19.99.
“Shoppers are looking for value as we head into the holiday season, and this Wii Sports Resort bundle is a gift that players of all ages and experience levels can enjoy,” said Cammie Dunaway, Nintendo of America’s executive vice president of Sales & Marketing. “Best of all, it instantly gets multiple members of the household engaged in playing as soon as the package is opened.”
The new bundle will be available while supplies last at most major retailers.
Through the end of August, Wii Sports Resort has already sold more than 1.25 million units in the United States alone, according to the NPD Group. Nearly 2.9 million Wii MotionPlus accessories are in the hands of the public. That includes all those sold with Wii Sports Resort, standalone sales of 1.36 million and an additional 257,000 bundled with Tiger Woods PGA TOUR® 10.
For more information about Nintendo, please visit www.Nintendo.com.
Audio Re-Cap of Yesterdays News (oldest to newest)
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QTE Blog: Re-Cap of Yesterdays News (oldest to newest) http://ow.ly/15QOUU
QTE Blog: Audio Re-Cap of Yesterdays News (oldest to newest) http://ow.ly/15QOUV
PS3: Sony Motion Controller coming Spring 2010. picture in link. Sony say it'll meet requirements of hardcore players. http://ow.ly/qQQp
PS3: there will be 15 first party motion controller games at its launch. 5 games will be patched for it. http://ow.ly/qQR3
PS3: A New Resident Evil 5 is coming in Spring. it will use the motion controller. http://ow.ly/qQRX
PS3: Sony Japan announce a limited Final Fantasy XIII PS3 Bundle. it has a white 250 gb Lightning emblazoned PS3 + game. http://ow.ly/qQSi
PS3: Sony announce that Gran Turismo 5 is coming out in march 2010 in Japan. http://ow.ly/qQSI
PSPgo: Song has revealed the PSP converter for the PSPgo, it'll enable camera/GPS/1-seg tuner to be used on the PSPgo. http://ow.ly/qQTr
PS3: Trailer For The Last Guardian has Fumito Ueda talking indepth about his game, about various things, + new footage http://ow.ly/qQUU
PS3: new trailer for Final Fantasy XIV has been released showing in game cutscenes, music, and some story http://ow.ly/qQX0
PS3: PS1 Game Final Fantasy VIII Has been released on the Japanese PSN. no word on its release else where. http://ow.ly/qQXA
Gran Turismo 5 is 65% complete. Final Fantasy XIII is 90%, Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker: 50%, God of War III: 60% + more http://ow.ly/qRQZ
PS3: The PSN Has 29 Million Registered Users. Little Big Planet has 2 Million User created levels. http://ow.ly/qRS3
PS3: European Video Store is set to go live in November. http://ow.ly/qRT3
Sony is teasing a mysterious Box at the Tokyo Game Show. its being shown along with the PSP stuff. http://ow.ly/qRTP
UK retailer GAME have announced that its used games revenues have risen 12.3%, making up 25.7% of total sales. http://ow.ly/qSfs
PSPgo: Kotaku have some pictures of PSPgo Accessories. http://ow.ly/qSFM
PSP: Sony has cut the price of the PSP 3000 in Japan by 15%. it'll now cost ¥16,800, around $185. http://ow.ly/qSO6
QTE Blog: Nintendo Announce A $50 Nintendo Wii Price Drop, And A Release Date For New Super Mario Bros. http://ow.ly/15QQ33
PSP: The PSP Comic service has support from all major Japanese publishers. it will start in Japan in December. http://ow.ly/qSQG
360: Microsoft has risen the Xbox Live Arcade size cap. it initially was 50mb, but now is 2 GB. it can't go higher. http://ow.ly/qSSu
PSP: Sony announce Playstation Room. similar to Home. it features blog, album, group gathering, chat support, 3D Avatars http://ow.ly/qTvB
PC: Assassins Creed 2 has been delayed until 1st quarter 2010. this is to give the devs more time to deliver quality. http://ow.ly/qUjQ
Mac: Bioshock is coming out October 7th. it will retail for $49.95, £34.99. the system specs are in the link http://ow.ly/qUlc
360: The Joyride community unlock a track in the game when the experience level of all its users reaches a certain level. http://ow.ly/qUry
QTE Blog: Microsoft Has Released Screenshots For The Upcoming Xbox Live Arcade Game, 0 Days. http://ow.ly/15QRSR
QTE Blog: Microsoft Has Released New Screenshots For The Upcoming Free To Play Joyride Game. http://ow.ly/15QRSS
QTE Blog: UK PSN Update 24/09/09 http://ow.ly/15QRST
The FIFA Team are working towards offering players the chance to play replays of action from TV Football Matches. http://ow.ly/qUFo
PS3: Undersiege has been delayed until spring 2010 to make use of the Motion Controller. they will also add new features. http://ow.ly/qUZI
PSP: RT @ryanodonnell: Download the Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker TGS demo now: http://bit.ly/5XTje Maybe I'll have to do that.
QTE Blog: Microsoft Has Released Screenshots Of The Last FM Service On The Xbox 360 http://ow.ly/15QU0A
QTE Blog: Microsoft Has Released Screenshots For The New Zune Video Market Place On The Xbox 360 http://ow.ly/15QUz1
DSi: Assassins Creed II Discovery will have DSi only features, the game will still play on normal DS. http://ow.ly/qX6M
360: Halo 3 ODST Players have been reporting Disc Errors with the game. Halo 3 multiplayer disc seems unaffected http://ow.ly/qX7k
QTE Blog: Microsoft Has Released New Screenshots And A Trailer For Crackdown 2 http://ow.ly/15QV32
PS3: Australia is getting 250gb PS3 Slim Bundles, Uncharted 2, Singstar Mowtown, EyePet, Ratchet & Clank A Crack in Time http://ow.ly/qX80
PS3: A Possible Boxart For The Japanese Version of Final Fantasy XIII Has been spotted next to the Limited FF XIII PS3 http://ow.ly/qXas
PS3: Koei has announced that the once PC exclusive, Dynasty Warriors Online, is coming to the PS3 in 2010. http://ow.ly/qXbd
PS3: Its rumoured that cross game voice chat is coming in firmware 3.10 in October. http://ow.ly/qXbw
QTE Blog: Rockstar Has Released A New Trailer For Grand Theft Auto IV: The Ballad Of Gay Tony http://ow.ly/15QVB7
QTE Blog: Sony Announce That The Playstation 3 Slim Has Sold 1 Million Units In 3 Weeks http://ow.ly/15QVB8
QTE Blog: New Screenshots For Alan Wake And A Fact Sheet For The Game http://ow.ly/15QVZv
Thursday, September 24, 2009
New Screenshots For Alan Wake And A Fact Sheet For The Game
Microsoft has released new screenshots and a fact sheet for their upcoming Xbox 360 game, Alan Wake. the screenshots may or maynot be in game, but they do show themes and situations that should be in the final game.
Alan Wake
Fact Sheet
“Alan Wake”
Fact Sheet
September 2009
Title: “Alan Wake”
Publisher: Microsoft Game Studios
Developer: Remedy Entertainment Ltd.
Format: DVD for the Xbox 360™ video game and entertainment system
ESRB Rating: Rating Pending
Pricing: $59.99
Availability: Spring 2010
Product Overview:
Bringing a new style of storytelling to Xbox 360, “Alan Wake” is a psychological action thriller from Remedy, the renowned developers of the successful “Max Payne” series. In this dynamic new title exclusively for Xbox 360, players assume the role of Alan Wake, a best-selling suspense author suffering from writer’s block, who escapes to a small town only to experience the mysterious disappearance of his wife.
Set in the deceptively idyllic town of Bright Falls, Wash., “Alan Wake” immerses players in an intense and expansive cinematic world that enables players to explore the hyper-realistic and interactive environments. “Alan Wake” is mission-based with a deeply engaging and suspenseful storyline unveiling new twists and profound character revelations at every turn.
Players will unravel the riveting plot through multilayered character interactions, unique problem-solving and intense combat against terrifying enemies. In this nightmarish world, where fantasy and reality collide, Alan Wake must use a variety of weapons to survive, including his most powerful ally against the darkness — light itself.
Features:
Intense psychological thriller. “Alan Wake” delivers a deeply psychological and finely crafted plot that raises the bar for storytelling in video games. The riveting story of “Alan Wake” is propelled by a movie-like atmosphere, compelling situations, memorable characters and real-time pacing. Remedy has a record of creating and developing games with unique cinematic presentation and exceptionally high production values.
Light as a combat element. As Wake journeys deeper into the mystery of Bright Falls, the shadows close in around him. When darkness descends, light becomes his only ally as he fights his way to daybreak. . This poses a severe problem for Alan Wake since his enemies seemingly gain strength from the shadows, and before long, light itself becomes his greatest ally. Players must skillfully combine their use of light with more conventional weapons to stand a chance.
Realistic, interactive environment. Set in the town of Bright Falls, the hyper-detailed environments of the Pacific Northwest play an important role; even the change in daylight and weather will profoundly affect the characters and enemies in “Alan Wake.” The game’s advanced rendering engine provides amazingly realistic environments that bring this world to detailed life — from the lush forest of evergreen trees to the quaint small-town buildings and streets. The world of “Alan Wake” is alive and real.
Episodic narrative. The mission-based structure of “Alan Wake” creates an episodic narrative similar to a deeply structured dramatic television series, such as Twin Peak and X-Files. As the episodes progress, gameplay will evolve to introduce new elements and characters, escalating the level of threat and action in the game.
Developer
Information:
Remedy Entertainment is a privately held developer of cinematic action games and franchises. Remedy is based in Espoo, Finland, and has developed critically acclaimed and top-selling action games. Additional information can be obtained through Remedy’s Web site at http://www.remedygames.com.
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The information contained in this fact sheet relates to a pre-release product that may be substantially modified before its first commercial release. Accordingly, the information may not accurately describe or reflect the product when it is first commercially released. This fact sheet is provided for informational purposes only, and Microsoft makes no warranties, express or implied, with respect to the fact sheet or the information contained in it.
Alan Wake
Fact Sheet
“Alan Wake”
Fact Sheet
September 2009
Title: “Alan Wake”
Publisher: Microsoft Game Studios
Developer: Remedy Entertainment Ltd.
Format: DVD for the Xbox 360™ video game and entertainment system
ESRB Rating: Rating Pending
Pricing: $59.99
Availability: Spring 2010
Product Overview:
Bringing a new style of storytelling to Xbox 360, “Alan Wake” is a psychological action thriller from Remedy, the renowned developers of the successful “Max Payne” series. In this dynamic new title exclusively for Xbox 360, players assume the role of Alan Wake, a best-selling suspense author suffering from writer’s block, who escapes to a small town only to experience the mysterious disappearance of his wife.
Set in the deceptively idyllic town of Bright Falls, Wash., “Alan Wake” immerses players in an intense and expansive cinematic world that enables players to explore the hyper-realistic and interactive environments. “Alan Wake” is mission-based with a deeply engaging and suspenseful storyline unveiling new twists and profound character revelations at every turn.
Players will unravel the riveting plot through multilayered character interactions, unique problem-solving and intense combat against terrifying enemies. In this nightmarish world, where fantasy and reality collide, Alan Wake must use a variety of weapons to survive, including his most powerful ally against the darkness — light itself.
Features:
Intense psychological thriller. “Alan Wake” delivers a deeply psychological and finely crafted plot that raises the bar for storytelling in video games. The riveting story of “Alan Wake” is propelled by a movie-like atmosphere, compelling situations, memorable characters and real-time pacing. Remedy has a record of creating and developing games with unique cinematic presentation and exceptionally high production values.
Light as a combat element. As Wake journeys deeper into the mystery of Bright Falls, the shadows close in around him. When darkness descends, light becomes his only ally as he fights his way to daybreak. . This poses a severe problem for Alan Wake since his enemies seemingly gain strength from the shadows, and before long, light itself becomes his greatest ally. Players must skillfully combine their use of light with more conventional weapons to stand a chance.
Realistic, interactive environment. Set in the town of Bright Falls, the hyper-detailed environments of the Pacific Northwest play an important role; even the change in daylight and weather will profoundly affect the characters and enemies in “Alan Wake.” The game’s advanced rendering engine provides amazingly realistic environments that bring this world to detailed life — from the lush forest of evergreen trees to the quaint small-town buildings and streets. The world of “Alan Wake” is alive and real.
Episodic narrative. The mission-based structure of “Alan Wake” creates an episodic narrative similar to a deeply structured dramatic television series, such as Twin Peak and X-Files. As the episodes progress, gameplay will evolve to introduce new elements and characters, escalating the level of threat and action in the game.
Developer
Information:
Remedy Entertainment is a privately held developer of cinematic action games and franchises. Remedy is based in Espoo, Finland, and has developed critically acclaimed and top-selling action games. Additional information can be obtained through Remedy’s Web site at http://www.remedygames.com.
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The information contained in this fact sheet relates to a pre-release product that may be substantially modified before its first commercial release. Accordingly, the information may not accurately describe or reflect the product when it is first commercially released. This fact sheet is provided for informational purposes only, and Microsoft makes no warranties, express or implied, with respect to the fact sheet or the information contained in it.
Sony Announce That The Playstation 3 Slim Has Sold 1 Million Units In 3 Weeks
Sony has announced that the Playstation 3 Slim has sold 1 million units in just 3 weeks of being on sale. they do say that this figure is based on SCEI’s estimation.
Press Release
Tokyo, September 24, 2009 – Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. today announced that retail sales of its new PlayStation®3 (PS3®) (CECH-2000A) computer entertainment system achieved a total of 1 million units*1 worldwide in the 3 weeks since its launch on September 1, 2009 *2. The expansion of the PS3 platform is being accelerated along with the introduction of more and more new and exciting software titles as well as the enhancement of PlayStation®Network.
While maintaining cutting-edge features and functions, such as the ability to enjoy high quality interactive entertainment content including Blu-ray Disc™ games and movies as well as various content and services downloadable through PlayStation Network, the new PS3 is available at a highly attractive recommended retail price of 29,980 yen (including tax), US$299 and €299, with an extremely streamlined form factor and a pre-installed 120GB Hard Disk Drive. Furthermore, the reduction of power consumption and fan noise as well as the casual appearance have also become drivers in attracting a larger and broader range of users.
Along with the vast line-up of attractive and exciting entertainment content to be released this holiday season from third-party game developers and publishers as well as from SCE Worldwide Studios, SCE will continue to further expand the PS3 platform and create a new world of computer entertainment.
*1 The number is based on SCEI’s estimation.
*2 The new PS3 became available in stores on September 1, 2009, in North America, Europe/ PAL territories, Asian countries and regions, and in Japan on September 3, 2009.
About Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.
Recognized as the global leader and company responsible for the progression of consumer-based computer entertainment, Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. (SCEI) manufactures, distributes and markets the PlayStation® game console, the PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system, the PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) handheld entertainment system and the PlayStation®3 (PS3®) system. PlayStation has revolutionized home entertainment by introducing advanced 3D graphic processing, and PlayStation 2 further enhances the PlayStation legacy as the core of home networked entertainment. PSP is an innovative handheld entertainment system that allows users to enjoy 3D games, with high-quality full-motion video, and high-fidelity stereo audio. PS3 is an advanced computer system, incorporating the state-of-the-art Cell processor with super computer-like power. SCEI, along with its subsidiary divisions Sony Computer Entertainment America Inc., Sony Computer Entertainment Europe Ltd., and Sony Computer Entertainment Korea Inc. develops, publishes, markets and distributes software, and manages the third party licensing programs for these platforms in the respective markets worldwide. Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, SCEI is an independent business unit of the Sony Group.
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PlayStation and PS3 are registered trademarks of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. All other trademarks are property of their respective owners.
Rockstar Has Released A New Trailer For Grand Theft Auto IV: The Ballad Of Gay Tony
Rockstar has released a new trailer for Grand Theft Auto IV: The Ballad Of Gay Tony. this trailer focuses on a character in the game called Yusuf Amir. the trailer is all in game and shows some new locations as well as some action in the game.
Microsoft Has Released New Screenshots And A Trailer For Crackdown 2
Microsoft has released new screenshots and a new trailer for Crackdown 2. the trailer is a slightly extended trailer from that shown at E3, whilst the screenshots show mainly battles in different areas of the city. both the screenshots and trailer show that the city is familiar to the original one, and the Orbs from the original game are also in this new game.
Crackdown 2
Crackdown 2
Microsoft Has Released Screenshots For The New Zune Video Market Place On The Xbox 360
Microsoft has released new screenshots for their upcoming Zune Video Marketplace. this is mainly a re-branding of the current Video Marketplace. the screenshots show some of the menus as well as the ability to watch movies with friends.
Zune Video
Zune Video
Microsoft Has Released Screenshots Of The Last FM Service On The Xbox 360
Microsoft has released screenshots of the Last FM service on the Xbox 360. the screenshots show that the service fits into the general style of the New Xbox Experience.
Last FM
Last FM
Microsoft Has Released New Screenshots And A Trailer For Toy Soldiers On Xbox Live Arcade
Microsoft has released screenshots for their upcoming Xbox Live Arcade game, Toy Soldiers. the screenshots show of the games artstyle as well as showing in game action. the action show many different units and vehicles available in the game. the trailer for the game also shows some of the in game action and vehicles in the game. it also shows that not all the units/vehicles are historically accurate. all this plays to a old style music track.
Toy Soldiers
Toy Soldiers
EverQuest II Update, The Shards of Destiny, Is Live Now
Sony Online Entertainment have released a trailer and screenshots for the newest expansion for Everquest II. the trailer talks about the history behind the expansion, whilst the screenshots show many of the characters and locations that have been added with this expansion.
As well as introducing this new story, the expansion also brings Chronomagic to the game. Chronomagic can be used to down-tier you level so you can experience content that you may have missed whilst you were levelling up. an achievement system has also been added to the game as well as all people with houses will receive a new room.
The Shards of Destiny
Press Release
WHAT: EverQuest® II’s game update, The Shards of Destiny is live now and brings sorrow and anger to the world of Norrath as there has been a mysterious disappearance of the famed Erollisi Marr, the goddess of love. Her absence has cast a dark cloud over Norrath and it is up to the players to travel to the Shard of Love and defeat the creatures they encounter to determine the fate of Erollisi Marr. In addition to the new storyline, players can also enjoy new features such as Chronomagic, housing additions and the all new achievement system.
UPDATE FEATURES:
• Chronomagic: Down-tier your level to experience content you may have previously missed while you were leveling up
• Enter the Shard of Love: For the first time ever, players will be able to explore the home of Erollisi Marr
• All new 4x Dungeon: Test your skills in Miragul's Planar Shard
• Achievement System: Track and share your accomplishments with other players
• Housing Addition: All houses will receive a new room where you can use your creativity and expand your collections
WHEN: The Shards of Destiny is live
ABOUT SOE: Sony Online Entertainment LLC (SOE) is a recognized worldwide leader in massively multiplayer online games which have entertained millions of players around the globe. SOE creates and delivers compelling entertainment for the personal computer, online, game console and wireless markets. Known for its blockbuster franchise EverQuest®, its successful online trading card game Legends of Norrath®, as well as the recent kids’ phenomenon Free Realms™, SOE continues to raise the bar for online gaming and players worldwide. Headquartered in San Diego, with additional studios in Austin, Seattle, Denver, Tucson, and Taiwan, SOE has a slate of engaging, high-quality games currently in development across new genres for all platforms and audiences.
SOE, the SOE logo, EverQuest and PlanetSide are registered trademarks of Sony Online Entertainment LLC. Free Realms and Legends of Norrath are trademarks of Sony Online Entertainment LLC.
All other trademarks and trade names are properties of their respective owners.
New Screenshots For Snoopy Flying Aces On The Xbox Live Arcade
Microsoft has released new screenshots for their upcoming Xbox Live Arcade game for the Xbox 360, Snoopy Flying Aces. the screenshots all are ingame, with the majority of them showing Air Combat in a few different levels, in a few different aeroplanes. the screenshots also show that you can play the game with bots.
Snoopy Flying Aces
Snoopy Flying Aces
UK PSN Update 24/09/09
Special Offers
PixleJunk Racers [£3.99]
High Velocity Bowling [£3.99]
Super Stardust HD – Double Pack [£2.39]
Echochrome Micro – PSP [£3.99]
Disney's Action Game Feat/ Hercules – PS1 Classic [£3.19]
Guitar Hero World Tour – All Tracks Now £1.19
Mr. Brightside by The Killers
Low by Travis Barker
What’s My Age Again by Blink 182
Jessie’ Girl by Rick Springfield
We Are The Champions by Queen
Human by The Killers
Black Betty by Ram Jam
Because of You by Nickelback
1979 by Smashing Pumpkins
Hot Blooded by Foreigner
No Rain by Blind Melon
Life In The Fast Lane by The Eagles
Drive by Incubus
Rock n’ Roll Band by Boston
Fat Bottomed Girls by Queen
Gimme All Your Lovin’ by ZZ Top
Another Way To Die by Jack White and Alicia Keys
So What by Pink
Old Time Rock and Roll by Bob Seger
One Of These Nights by The Eagles
You Know You’re Right by Nirvana
Ticks by Brad Paisley
Use Me by Hinder
Me and My Gang by Rascal Flatts
Sliver by Nirvana
PS3 Games
Heavy Weapon [£6.99]
Fallout 3 – Broken Steel [£7.99]
Batman Arkham Asylum – Prey in The Darkness Map Pack [Free]
UFC 2009 – Additional Fighters [£3.19]
Madden NFL 10 – AFL Legacy Pack [£5.25]
Tiger Woods PGA Tour 10 – Sheshan GC [£4.79]
Demo's
Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2
Lost Planet 2 Co-Op Demo
The Punisher: No Mercy
Guitar Hero 5
Yeah Yeah Yeahs/The Faint/Editors Track Pack [£4.39]
“Dull Life” by Yeah Yeah Yeahs [£1.59]
“Geeks Were Right” by The Faint[£1.59]
“Munich” by Editors [£1.59]
Rock Band
Pearl Jam – Backspacer [£9.19]
“Amongst The Waves” by Pearl Jam[£0.59]
“Gonna See My Freind” by Pearl Jam [£0.59]
“Got Some ” by Pearl Jam [£0.59]
“Johnny Guitar ” by Pearl Jam[£0.59]
“Just Breathe ” by Pearl Jam [£0.59]
“Speed of Sound ” by Pearl Jam [£0.99]
“Supersonic ” by Pearl Jam [£0.99]
“The End ” by Pearl Jam [£0.99]
“The Fixer ” by Pearl Jam [£0.99]
“Unthought Known ” by Pearl Jam [£0.99]
Anvil Pack 1 [£2.49]
“Warriors Of Time” by Black Tide [£0.99]
Videos
Cloudy With A Chance Of Meatballs – Game Trailer
Wet – Video Short 1
Fallout 3 – The Pitt Trailer
Fallout 3 – Point Lookout Trailer
Fallout 3 – Operation Anchorage Trailer
Fallout 3 – Mothership Zeta Trailer
Fallout 3 – Broken Steel Trailer
Uncharted 2 – Fortune Favours The Bold
Need For Speed Shift – Andrea Bertolini
Need For Speed Shift – Chris Rado
Need For Speed Shift – Tommy Milner
Need For Speed Shift – Vaugn Gittin
Need For Speed Shift – Trailer
Need For Speed Shift – Laguna Seca
Need For Speed Shift – Road America
Need For Speed Shift – Welcome To Need For Speed Shift
Wallpaper
Heroes Over Europe – heroes Wallpaper
Theme
NONE
Dynamic Theme
NONE
PS1 Classic
NONE
PSP
Cloudy With A Chance Of Meatballs [£23.99]
Dirt 2 [£23.99]
Need For Speed Shift [£31.99]
Prinny: Can I Really Be The Hero – L'il Asagi Comes Home DLC [£3.19]
Rock Band Unplugged - “Flathead” by The Fratellis [£0.99]
Rock Band Unplugged - “Wake Up Dead” by Megadeath [£0.99]
PixleJunk Racers [£3.99]
High Velocity Bowling [£3.99]
Super Stardust HD – Double Pack [£2.39]
Echochrome Micro – PSP [£3.99]
Disney's Action Game Feat/ Hercules – PS1 Classic [£3.19]
Guitar Hero World Tour – All Tracks Now £1.19
Mr. Brightside by The Killers
Low by Travis Barker
What’s My Age Again by Blink 182
Jessie’ Girl by Rick Springfield
We Are The Champions by Queen
Human by The Killers
Black Betty by Ram Jam
Because of You by Nickelback
1979 by Smashing Pumpkins
Hot Blooded by Foreigner
No Rain by Blind Melon
Life In The Fast Lane by The Eagles
Drive by Incubus
Rock n’ Roll Band by Boston
Fat Bottomed Girls by Queen
Gimme All Your Lovin’ by ZZ Top
Another Way To Die by Jack White and Alicia Keys
So What by Pink
Old Time Rock and Roll by Bob Seger
One Of These Nights by The Eagles
You Know You’re Right by Nirvana
Ticks by Brad Paisley
Use Me by Hinder
Me and My Gang by Rascal Flatts
Sliver by Nirvana
PS3 Games
Heavy Weapon [£6.99]
Fallout 3 – Broken Steel [£7.99]
Batman Arkham Asylum – Prey in The Darkness Map Pack [Free]
UFC 2009 – Additional Fighters [£3.19]
Madden NFL 10 – AFL Legacy Pack [£5.25]
Tiger Woods PGA Tour 10 – Sheshan GC [£4.79]
Demo's
Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2
Lost Planet 2 Co-Op Demo
The Punisher: No Mercy
Guitar Hero 5
Yeah Yeah Yeahs/The Faint/Editors Track Pack [£4.39]
“Dull Life” by Yeah Yeah Yeahs [£1.59]
“Geeks Were Right” by The Faint[£1.59]
“Munich” by Editors [£1.59]
Rock Band
Pearl Jam – Backspacer [£9.19]
“Amongst The Waves” by Pearl Jam[£0.59]
“Gonna See My Freind” by Pearl Jam [£0.59]
“Got Some ” by Pearl Jam [£0.59]
“Johnny Guitar ” by Pearl Jam[£0.59]
“Just Breathe ” by Pearl Jam [£0.59]
“Speed of Sound ” by Pearl Jam [£0.99]
“Supersonic ” by Pearl Jam [£0.99]
“The End ” by Pearl Jam [£0.99]
“The Fixer ” by Pearl Jam [£0.99]
“Unthought Known ” by Pearl Jam [£0.99]
Anvil Pack 1 [£2.49]
“Warriors Of Time” by Black Tide [£0.99]
Videos
Cloudy With A Chance Of Meatballs – Game Trailer
Wet – Video Short 1
Fallout 3 – The Pitt Trailer
Fallout 3 – Point Lookout Trailer
Fallout 3 – Operation Anchorage Trailer
Fallout 3 – Mothership Zeta Trailer
Fallout 3 – Broken Steel Trailer
Uncharted 2 – Fortune Favours The Bold
Need For Speed Shift – Andrea Bertolini
Need For Speed Shift – Chris Rado
Need For Speed Shift – Tommy Milner
Need For Speed Shift – Vaugn Gittin
Need For Speed Shift – Trailer
Need For Speed Shift – Laguna Seca
Need For Speed Shift – Road America
Need For Speed Shift – Welcome To Need For Speed Shift
Wallpaper
Heroes Over Europe – heroes Wallpaper
Theme
NONE
Dynamic Theme
NONE
PS1 Classic
NONE
PSP
Cloudy With A Chance Of Meatballs [£23.99]
Dirt 2 [£23.99]
Need For Speed Shift [£31.99]
Prinny: Can I Really Be The Hero – L'il Asagi Comes Home DLC [£3.19]
Rock Band Unplugged - “Flathead” by The Fratellis [£0.99]
Rock Band Unplugged - “Wake Up Dead” by Megadeath [£0.99]
Microsoft Has Released New Screenshots For The Upcoming Free To Play Joyride Game.
Microsoft has released new screenshots for their upcoming free to pay Xbox Live Arcade game, joyride. the screenshots appear not to be in game action, but do show a level or two in the game, the general art style of the game, and how the Avatars look in the cars in the game.
Joyride
Joyride
Microsoft Has Released Screenshots For The Upcoming Xbox Live Arcade Game, 0 Days.
Microsoft has released screenshots for their upcoming Xbox Live Arcade game 0 Day. the screenshots show alot of action in the game, a heavily armed helicopter up against a much bigger unknown ship, over a location that looks similar to somewhere in Japan.
0 Day
0 Day
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