Microsoft Announce Free Forza 3 DLC Will Be Available At The Games Release

Microsoft have announced that when Forza 3 launches, there will be Free DLC for the game which has 10 new cars. the cars are classic cars from the 50's, 60's, 70's and 80's.

· ’65 Alfa Romeo Giulia Sprint GTA

· ’64 Aston Martin DB5 Vantage

· ’81 BMW M1

· ’60 Chevrolet Corvette

· ’69 Dodge Charger

· ’57 Ferrari 250 Testa Rossa

· ’80 Fiat 131 Abarth

· ’67 Lamborghini Miura P400

· ’71 Nissan Skyline 2000 GT-R

· ’65 Shelby Cobra Daytona Coupe

Press Release

LONDON – 7 October 2009 - Racing fans and car lovers the world over are counting down the days until the much anticipated release of “Forza Motorsport 3” on Oct. 23, exclusively for Xbox 360. With the finish line in sight, Turn 10 and Microsoft are looking toward the winner’s circle as they officially release the game’s full list of cars and tracks on Forzamotorsport.net. On launch day, that list will grow even larger with the release of a free Game Add-on car and track pack, available exclusively by way of a one-time-use token card included in every new copy of “Forza Motorsport 3.” To celebrate these announcements, the team has also released the game’s official online trailer, featuring never-before-seen gameplay footage.

Putting the speculation amongst the buzzing Forza community to rest, Turn 10 has lifted the curtain on the more than 400 cars and 100 tracks to be featured in “Forza Motorsport 3.” The garage roster includes 30 Ferraris, 28 iconic Porsches, as well as cars not previously available in any racing game, such as the new Aston Martin DBS, Dodge Viper SRT-10 ACR, and the 2009 Acura ARX ALMS race car. “Forza Motorsport 3” players will be the first to fully paint, customize, and tune these incredible cars and more.

Additionally, the Motorsports Legends Car Pack gives players another great reason to be excited about picking up “Forza Motorsport 3” on launch day, delivering 10 classic race cars and roadsters, on top of two extra tracks: the brand new Benchmark High Speed Ring and the returning circuit Sidewinder Proving Grounds. On Oct. 27, this pack will be exclusively available via a one-time-use token card included in every new copy of “Forza Motorsport 3.”

The Benchmark High Speed Ring is best described as an old airfield and hangar converted into a race track and automotive playground, perfect for all manner of creative “Forza Motorsport” hoonage and multiplayer mayhem. The track is characterized by 3.96 miles of rough surfaces and huge open areas, featuring a massive oval, an 8-lane drag strip, and an airplane hangar that players can drive (or drift) through.

The free Motorsports Legends Car Pack includes these 10 cars hand picked by Turn 10:

· ’65 Alfa Romeo Giulia Sprint GTA

· ’64 Aston Martin DB5 Vantage

· ’81 BMW M1

· ’60 Chevrolet Corvette

· ’69 Dodge Charger

· ’57 Ferrari 250 Testa Rossa

· ’80 Fiat 131 Abarth

· ’67 Lamborghini Miura P400

· ’71 Nissan Skyline 2000 GT-R

· ’65 Shelby Cobra Daytona Coupe

“Forza Motorsport 3” is rated PEGI 3+ for Everyone and will be available in the UK on Oct. 23, 2009.

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EA Has Released The Boxart For NBA Live 10 On Playstation 3, Xbox 360, And Playstation Portable

EA Has released the boxart for NBA Live 10 on the Xbox 360, Playstation 3 and Playstation Portable consoles.

NBA Live 10

EA Announce That FIFA 10 Sells 1.7 Million Copies In Its First Week In Europe

EA Has announced that in its first week of being on sale in Europe, FIFA 10 sold 1.7 Million copies. EA also announced that, according to Metacritic, FIFA 10 is the highest rated sports videogame ever. there have been 10 Million games played online, with up to 155,000 gamers playing simultaneously.

Press Release

Guildford, UK, October 7, 2009 - Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: ERTS) today announced the record-breaking launch of EA SPORTS™ FIFA 10. With 1.7 million copies sold through at European retail in the first week, the game is the fastest selling sports game ever and EA’s biggest European launch in history.

“We were confident that FIFA 10 would be a hit, and this week fans across Europe have shown just how much they love this game,” said Peter Moore, President of EA SPORTS. “We are incredibly proud of FIFA 10 and this kick-off for great, authentic football competition.”

FIFA 10 has launched to widespread critical acclaim. It is presently the highest rated sports videogame ever* on PLAYSTATION®3 and Xbox 360® with review scores of 92 and 91, respectively.

The game received perfect review scores from Eurogamer Italy and Total Video Games. Official Xbox Magazine Italy calls FIFA 10 “the best football game ever” while Official UK PlayStation Magazine hails it “the best football game on PS3”, and ConsolPlus Germany says it’s “the best football game the world has ever seen”.

Fans across Europe have been drawn to experience FIFA 10’s deep online feature set in record numbers. Since launch, more than 10 million gaming sessions have been played online, with over 155,000 gamers playing online simultaneously during peak playing hours.

FIFA 10 will be in stores throughout North America on October 20, 2009.

Other EA SPORTS titles that have received 80+ scores** from critics this year include EA SPORTS™ Active, NHL®10, Fight Night Round 4, Madden NFL 10, Tiger Woods PGA TOUR® 10 and NCAA® Football 10.

For more information about FIFA 10 visit www.easports.co.uk/fifa10

FIFA 10 is developed under the EA SPORTS brand by EA Canada in Burnaby, B.C. Localized into 18 languages and sold in 37 countries, it is the most popular EA SPORTS franchise globally. The game is rated “E” for Everyone by the ESRB and 3+ by PEGI in Europe.

EA SPORTS™ is the leading interactive sports software brand in the world, with top-selling titles and franchises including Madden NFL football, FIFA Soccer, NHL® hockey, NBA LIVE basketball, NCAA® Football, and Tiger Woods PGA TOUR®.
according to Metacritic.com as of Oct. 5, 2009
** Source www.metacritic.com

About Electronic Arts
Electronic Arts Inc. (EA), headquartered in Redwood City, California, is a leading global interactive entertainment software company. Founded in 1982, the Company develops, publishes, and distributes interactive software worldwide for video game systems, personal computers, wireless devices and the Internet. Electronic Arts markets its products under four brand names: EATM, EA SPORTSTM, EA Mobile TM 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.easports.co.uk. More information about EA's products and full text of press releases can be found on the Internet at www.easports.co.uk/press.

EA, EA SPORTS, EA Mobile and POGO are trademarks or registered trademarks of Electronic Arts Inc. in the U.S. and/or other countries. Official FIFA licensed product “© The FIFA name and OLP Logo are copyright or trademark protected by FIFA. All rights reserved.” Manufactured under license by Electronic Arts Inc. Player names and likenesses used under license from FIFA, International Federation of Professional Footballers "(FIFPro)" and national teams. John Madden, NFL, NHL, NBA, NCAA, Tiger Woods and PGA TOUR are trademarks of their respective owners and used with permission. Microsoft, Xbox, and Xbox 360 are registered trademarks of the Microsoft group of companies. “PlayStation”, “PLAYSTATION” and “PSP” are registered trademarks of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

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• Batman Arkham Asylum combat was initially a rhythm action game, there was a 2d prototype also. http://ow.ly/sVGD

• PS2: Blue Toad Murder Files is set for a December 17th release. http://ow.ly/sVGW

• PS3: Capcom is asking if fans want Resident Evil 5 Alternative as DLC or a stand alone disc. http://ow.ly/sVHy

• PS3: Zen Pinball is releasing a new table based on Ninja Gaiden. http://ow.ly/sVIb

• Activision didn't want a Modern Warfare. Call Of Duty 4 could've been another World War II Shooter. http://ow.ly/sVJy

• Visceral games third game could be based on Jack The Ripper. A trademark has been found called "The Ripper" http://ow.ly/sVK9

• iPhone: the new version of Flash Professional will allow devs to create iPhone/iPod Touch apps using ActionScript 3 http://ow.ly/sVKM

• Buisness Week has rated Nintendo as the Worlds Best Company for 2009. Sony/Microsoft not in top 40. http://ow.ly/sVOo

• Wii: Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles: The Crystal Bearers is thought to be coming out February 2010 in Europe. http://ow.ly/sVPr

• Activision has filed a trademark for Call Of Duty Film adaptation. http://ow.ly/sXyx

• PS3: Sony America has said that EyePet is no coming out this Holiday. they will spend more time educating people about it http://ow.ly/sXzn

• DSi: the Studio Ghibli and Level 5 RPG will come on a special built 4GB DS Card (Double a UMD) http://ow.ly/sXDz

• PS3: A Tekken 6 PS3 Slim 250GB Bundle is rumoured to be coming out for € 349 http://ow.ly/sXEJ

• Wii: Sin And Punishment 2 set for early 2010 release in USA, October 29th in Japan. on rails shooter, twice as long as 1 http://ow.ly/sXHq

• Wii: Epic Mickey, art equipment mapped to Wii gestures. Oswald the rabbit getting revenge, mickey must restore his world http://ow.ly/sXKK

• DSi: Nintendo have said that DSi's have sole 2.2 Million in N.America. They also say that most were sold at Walmart. http://ow.ly/sZlK

• QTE Blog: Activision Have Released the Full Track List For DJ Hero http://ow.ly/15Tdt8

• Wii: Tony Hawk Ride will allow players to play as Mii's. there are 2 exclusive levels also. http://ow.ly/sZt3

• 360: Avatar clothing was changed more than 150 Million times. 425 Million games matchmaked on Xbox Live. http://ow.ly/sZwQ

• QTE Blog: Microsoft Announce 5 New Platinum Hits Games http://ow.ly/15TdWU

• PS3: The PSN in USA appears to be down for maintenance. http://ow.ly/sZyu

• QTE Blog: Glu Mobile Announce The Launch Of 2 Games For The Recently Released Windows Marketplace For Mobile. http://ow.ly/15Te36

• PS3: The Tekken 6 PS3 Slim 250GB Bundle is not coming out in the UK. http://ow.ly/sZA7

• QTE Blog: Sony Europe And EA Sports Announce The New FIFA Interactive World Cup Season http://ow.ly/t0rj

• QTE Blog: GameStop Announce "Suprize Attack" Sweepstakes For Modern Warfare 2. http://ow.ly/15TftR

• Trademark found for Prince Of Persia The Forgotten Sands. not clear if its a movie tie-in, or sequel to previous game. http://ow.ly/t2iH

• The EEDAR report that 37% of Wii games went unreviewed. 9% for Playstation 3, and 3% for Xbox 360. http://ow.ly/t2je

• 360: The Public Beta for the Twitter/Lastfm/Facebook update is rumoured to be coming mid-October. http://ow.ly/t2kP

• Sega have officially announced that Alpha Protocol is delayed until Spring 2010 and not October 6th 2009. http://ow.ly/t2lw

• DSi: Harvest Moon Twin Villages revealed in latest Famitsu. has beekeeping, alpacas, similar to previous titles + more http://ow.ly/t2mt

• PS3: Nicolas Doucet reveals to GameSpot that Sony London is working on a new game, possibly a new IP. http://ow.ly/t2nv

• 360: Xbox Live activity, halo 3, Call Of Duty 4, halo 3 ODST, Call of Duty WaW, Gears Of War 2. Top Arcade, Trials HD http://ow.ly/t2No

• Sega announce Project DIVA Arcade, a arcade sequel to the PSP game. there are competitions in Japan for music for it. http://ow.ly/t36C

• The FTC have ruled that bloggers must say if they were offered cash or material payment for a review. http://ow.ly/t36S

• What They Play's John Davison is moving to GamePro to become executive vice president of content. http://ow.ly/t371

• It Appears that Sega maynot hold the rights to the ToeJam and Earl Characters. could be why they're not in any Sega games. http://ow.ly/t37t

• PSP: SNK Announce that Metal Slug XX is coming to the PSP in Japan on December 23rd. its 7 with ad-hoc and 70 mini games http://ow.ly/t3ck

GameStop Announce "Suprize Attack" Sweepstakes For Modern Warfare 2.

GameStop have announced the "Surprize Attack" Sweepstakes. for the next 5 weeks, 2,600 prizes are on offer for those who have pre-ordered Modern Warfare 2 at GameStop. those who have pre-ordered only need to enter their receipt code, or online order confirmation number, at www.surprizeattack.com,up to twice a day (once during a 12 hour period), for a chance to win prizes in 80 random drawings.
There is a mobile game, Task Force 141, which will give consumers extra chances to win the prizes.

The prizes That GameStop is offering during the sweepstakes include:

• Tricked-out Hummer H2
• Ducati Hypermotard 1100 motorcycle
• Zodiac inflatable boat
• 100,000 rubles (approximately $3,300 USD)
• Polaris snowmobile
• Night vision goggles
• Laser range finders
• Smart phones
• Autographed artwork
• Binoculars
• Exclusive Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 branded wearables

Press Release

GRAPEVINE, Texas --(Business Wire)-- Oct 06, 2009 For the next 5 weeks, fans of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 need to stay on their toes. GameStop Corp. (NYSE:GME), the world’s largest video game and entertainment software retailer, today kicks off its “Surprize Attack” sweepstakes to help launch Modern Warfare 2, the sixth installment in the iconic Call of Duty series. More than 2,600 killer prizes are available through Nov. 10 in this sweepstakes created exclusively for GameStop pre-order customers.

Entering the “Surprize Attack” sweepstakes is simple. Fans can pre-order the game at any local GameStop or online at www.gamestop.com and use their receipt code or online order confirmation number to enter. The code can be entered up to twice a day before 11:10:09 a.m. and 11:10:09 p.m. CT on the “Surprize Attack” website, www.surprizeattack.com, for a chance to win prizes in 80 random drawings. Consumers can also opt-in to the Task Force 141 mobile game for impromptu missions and more chances to win.

GameStop is offering several levels of prizes during the sweepstakes including:
Tricked-out Hummer H2
Ducati Hypermotard 1100 motorcycle
Zodiac inflatable boat
100,000 rubles (approximately $3,300 USD)
Polaris snowmobile
Night vision goggles
Laser range finders
Smart phones
Autographed artwork
Binoculars
Exclusive Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 branded wearables

The top prizes, including the Hummer H2, Ducati motorcycle, Polaris snowmobile, and 100,000 rubles will be interspersed throughout the sweepstakes. The entry pool resets every 12 hours, so fans can enter twice a day during the sweepstakes period. There is a limit of one prize per person, family or household.

For complete rules and additional details, visit a local GameStop retail location or www.surprizeattack.com. No purchase necessary to participate. Purchase does not improve chances of winning. Void where prohibited.

Note: Customers who pre-ordered the game prior to Oct. 1 can go to www.surprizeattack.com to register.

About GameStop Corp.
Headquartered in Grapevine, TX, GameStop Corp., a Fortune 500 and S&P 500 company, is the world's largest video game and entertainment software retailer. The company operates 6,333 retail stores in 17 countries worldwide. The company also operates an e-commerce site, GameStop.com, and publishes Game Informer(R) magazine, a leading multi-platform video game publication. GameStop Corp. sells new and used video game software, hardware and accessories for video game systems from Sony, Nintendo, and Microsoft. In addition, the company sells PC entertainment software, related accessories and other merchandise. General information on GameStop Corp. can be obtained at the company's corporate website: http://www.gamestopcorp.com.

Glu Mobile Announce The Launch Of 2 Games For The Recently Released Windows Marketplace For Mobile.

Glu Mobile have announced that they are releasing 2 games on Windows Marketplace For Mobile. Windows Marketplace For Mobile goes live on October 6th, and on this date TRANSFORMERS: Revenge of the Fallen and World Series of Poker Pro Challenge will be available on the Marketplace.

Press Release

SAN MATEO, Calif. --(Business Wire)-- Oct 06, 2009 Glu Mobile Inc. (Nasdaq:GLUU), a leading global publisher of mobile games, today announced that it will participate with showcase placement in the Windows® Marketplace for Mobile worldwide launch on October 6th. Launching are some of Glu’s most successful brands, including hit titles TRANSFORMERS™: Revenge of the Fallen and World Series of Poker® Pro Challenge. Windows Marketplace for Mobile is a new mobile storefront from Microsoft Corp. that gives users access to quality games and applications through a great shopping experience.

“Windows Marketplace for Mobile provides a great distribution channel for Glu games and we are excited to continue our support of Microsoft’s efforts to innovate in line with changing consumer demand,” said Greg Ballard, President and CEO, Glu Mobile. “We look forward to continue providing consumers the opportunity to easily access quality games via the Windows Marketplace for Mobile.”

“Windows Marketplace for Mobile represents a great opportunity for mobile application publishers, developers and users everywhere,” said Jason Lim, director of ISV and developer experience at Microsoft. “We welcome Glu Mobile’s first releases on Windows Marketplace for Mobile and look forward to continued innovative and quality titles in the future.”

Titles that will be available at launch:
TRANSFORMERS: Revenge of the Fallen: Based on last summer’s blockbuster movie, TRANSFORMERS: Revenge of the Fallen.

World Series of Poker Pro Challenge: Offering players the opportunity to go head-to-head in a mobile poker match against digital representations of some of poker’s biggest celebrities.

Glu titles will be available for purchase from Windows Marketplace for Mobile beginning October 6th. For more information, visit www.glu.com orhttp://marketplace.windowsphone.com. For live updates, follow Glu on Twitter at www.twitter.com/glumobile or become a Glu fan on Facebook atwww.facebook.com/glu.mobile.

About Glu
Glu (NASDAQ:GLUU) is a leading global publisher of mobile games. Its portfolio of top-rated games includes original titles Bonsai Blast, Brain Genius, Glyder, Stranded, Super K.O. Boxing! and titles based on major brands from partners including Activision, Atari, Fox Mobile Entertainment, Harrah's, Hasbro, Konami, Microsoft, PlayFirst, PopCap Games, SEGA, Sony and Warner Bros. Founded in 2001, Glu is based in San Mateo, Calif. and has offices in Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, England, France, Germany, Italy, Mexico, Poland, Russia and Spain. Consumers can find high-quality, fresh entertainment created exclusively for their mobile phones wherever they see the 'g' character logo or at www.glu.com.

BONSAI BLAST, BRAIN GENIUS, GLU, GLU MOBILE, STRANDED, SUPER K.O. BOXING! and the 'g' character logo are trademarks of Glu Mobile Inc.

All product and company names mentioned herein may be the trademarks of their respective owners.