General, Mobile, And PC News In Brief From The Christmas Break

• Palm: Quake has been ported to the Palm Pre. its still a big slow and buggy. it uses 3d Hardware acceleration http://ow.ly/Soo0

• Windows Mobile: Tekken 3 has been ported to the HDC HD2 using the First PlayStation Emulator for Windows CE http://ow.ly/SooX

• OnLive: A presentation was held at Columbia University. a 48 minute on OnLive is available in the link. http://ow.ly/SopB

• PC: Love will start its beta on January 7th. for now, only pay to play alpha testers can get in. http://ow.ly/SosJ

• iPhone: Plants Vs. Zombies is set to come out on the iPhone in late January. http://ow.ly/SotX

• Epics, People Can Fly Studio, have filled a trademark for Bulletstorm. its speculated its a EA Project. http://ow.ly/SouO

• 3D Realms have been teasing that there are "...numerous other Duke games in ...development, several due out this year." http://ow.ly/Sovl

• David Guetta has said that he has worked on DJ Hero 2. http://ow.ly/Sow5

• in 2009, 1.099 games were released in the USA. its predicted less games will be released at retail in the future. http://ow.ly/Sox3

• A European Trademark for Pac-Man Battle Royale has been found. its not know what console it is for or what it is. http://ow.ly/SoxH

• Criterion Games have teased that 2010 "will satisfy our increasing desire for travelling at a rate of high velocity..." http://ow.ly/SoQb

• Eden Games is reportedly looking for a Software Developer for V Rally X http://ow.ly/SoRn
  

QTE Gamers Wishes All Its Readers Happy Holidays And A Happy New Year

i'm just writing to say happy holidays.

I hope that everything turns out ok and that QTE Gamers will see you all after the holidays.

I'm going to take a few days off during this holiday period. It'll be my first proper holiday since i started QTE Gamers. Also, its coming up to our first anniversary as well which is exciting. I know that QTE Gamers isn't the site i have in mind, but i still want to thank you all for for asking questions, engaging me, re-tweeting, and visiting the site. I hope that i can continue working on the site but unfortunatly i really do need some money so i may have to get a job, but i'll keep everyone informed if it comes to that. if you want to donate some money that would be really helpful and so apprieciated.

I will write some things, a reflection on the year, tips on being a blogger and doing a site for the anniversary, but until then i hope every one has a good holiday break, a great new year, and that we get to see you all again soon.

Re-Cap of Yesterdays News (oldest to newest)

• QTE Blog: Re-Cap of Yesterdays News (oldest to newest) http://ow.ly/16cFIO

• QTE Blog: Audio Re-Cap of Yesterdays News (oldest to newest) http://ow.ly/16cGGo

• The BBC have said that PS3 owners watch Comedy, Mock The Week, mostly on the iPlayer, Top Gear Most Watched in general. http://ow.ly/OVaF

• The first movie poster for the Tekken movie has gone like on the Warner Bros. Japan Site. http://ow.ly/OVhw

• Ubisoft have said they are going to aim for the Japanese market by possibly doing a traditional RPG. http://ow.ly/OVjh

• 360: A Modern Warfare 2 patch should be out now. it fixes the 1887 Akimbo glitch and private match issues. http://ow.ly/OVkn

• QTE Blog: Sony Online Entertainment Have Released A New Trailer For EverQuest II Sentinel's Fate http://ow.ly/16cHBa

• PC: Valve have started a Sale on Steam. there will be daily sales and special deals and entire catalogue sales. http://ow.ly/OVlF

• Wii: The OFLC has rated Dracula X: Rondo of Blood for the Virtual Console. its only been out on Japans Virtual Console http://ow.ly/OYBI

• QTE Blog: Sega Has Released A New Trailer For Vancouver Winter Olympic Games 2010 http://ow.ly/16cIFB

• QTE Blog: Sega Have Released Screenshots And A Trailer Showing Mini Games In Super Monkey Ball Step And Roll http://ow.ly/16cJAo

• QTE Blog: Sega Has Released A Christmas Trailer For Sonic And Sega's All Star Racing http://ow.ly/16cLm4

• QTE Blog: This Weeks UK WiiWare, DSiWare, And Virtual Console Releases http://ow.ly/16cM8O

• RT @majornelson: next time you sign into Xbox LIVE, Go to the right on the Spotlight channel and you can play the Snowball fight mini-game

• QTE Blog: Microsoft Have Released Screenshots Of Music Game Stores On Xbox Marketplace http://ow.ly/16cNiS

• QTE Blog: WWE Have Granted THQ The Exclusive Woldwide Rights To Develop And Publish Videogames http://ow.ly/16cOjM

• QTE Blog: NISA Have Released Artwork, Screenshots And A Trailer For Last Rebellion On The PS3 http://ow.ly/16cPp4

NISA Have Released Artwork, Screenshots And A Trailer For Last Rebellion On The PS3

NISA have released new screenshots, artwork, and a trailer for the Playstation3 game Last Rebellion. All the screenshots show in-game action from various parts of the game, the artwork is for many of the characters in the game, And the trailer shows of a mix of in-game action and artwork to a J-Rock song.



Last Rebellion Art


Battle Screenshots



Screenshots

WWE Have Granted THQ The Exclusive Woldwide Rights To Develop And Publish Videogames

The WWE have announced that they have entered into a new eight year deal with THQ. this deal gives THQ the exclusive worldwide rights to develop and publish videogames based on the WWE. this deal will start on January 1st 2010.

Press Release

AGOURA HILLS, Calif., and STAMFORD, Conn. --(Business Wire)-- Dec 22, 2009 THQ Inc. (NASDAQ: THQI) and World Wrestling Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE:WWE), leaders in video gaming and sports entertainment, today announced that they have entered into a new eight-year agreement granting THQ the exclusive worldwide rights to develop and publish video games based on WWE®’s content effective January 1, 2010.

WWE grants THQ the exclusive worldwide rights to publish interactive games based on WWE properties across all major gaming platforms and distribution channels.

Since WWE entered the video game market in 1990, it has been a recognized leader and one of the top ten best-selling brands since 1995* according to NPD Group. Through September 30, 2009, THQ has reported net sales of WWE video games in excess of $1.4 billion.

“This agreement ensures that WWE games will continue to be an important cornerstone of THQ’s annual release schedule for the long term,” said Brian Farrell, THQ President and Chief Executive Officer. “We look forward to working directly with WWE to expand their brand in the video game space through continued game play innovation and increased online delivery of WWE content.”

“As one of the most successful video game brands, WWE is excited to work directly with THQ to translate WWE’s colorful characters and ever-changing content into exciting and fresh video games for our fans,” said Donna Goldsmith, WWE Chief Operating Officer.

“This year’s highly rated WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2010 video game demonstrates the innovation and creativity that THQ brings to WWE,” said Vince McMahon, WWE Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. “This new licensing agreement will ensure that we continue our tremendous success in the video game industry in the years to come.”

*Based on US Market brand ranking 1995-November 2009

About World Wrestling Entertainment, Inc.
World Wrestling Entertainment, Inc., a publicly traded company (NYSE: WWE), is an integrated media organization and recognized leader in global entertainment. The company consists of a portfolio of businesses that create and deliver original content 52 weeks a year to a global audience. WWE is committed to family-friendly, PG content across all of its platforms including television programming, pay-per-view, digital media and publishing. WWE programming is broadcast in more than 145 countries and 30 languages and reaches more than 500 million homes worldwide. The company is headquartered in Stamford, Conn., with offices in New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, London, Shanghai, Tokyo, Toronto and Sydney. Additional information on World Wrestling Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE: WWE) can be found at corporate.wwe.com.

About THQ Inc.
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.

Trademarks: All WWE programming, talent names, images, likenesses, slogans, wrestling moves, trademarks, copyrights and logos are the exclusive property of World Wrestling Entertainment, Inc. and its subsidiaries. All other trademarks, logos and copyrights are the property of their respective owners.

Caution Concerning Forward-Looking Statements about THQ
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 release of WWE video games, 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.

Caution Concerning Forward-Looking Statements about WWE
Forward-Looking Statements: This news release contains forward-looking statements pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of the Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, which are subject to various risks and uncertainties. These risks and uncertainties include the conditions of the markets for live events, broadcast television, cable television, pay-per-view, Internet, entertainment, professional sports, and licensed merchandise; acceptance of the Company's brands, media and merchandise within those markets; uncertainties relating to litigation; risks associated with producing live events both domestically and internationally; uncertainties associated with international markets; risks relating to maintaining and renewing key agreements, including television distribution agreements; and other risks and factors set forth from time to time in Company filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Actual results could differ materially from those currently expected or anticipated. In addition to these risks and uncertainties, our dividend is based on a number of factors, including our liquidity and historical and projected cash flow, strategic plan, our financial results and condition, contractual and legal restrictions on the payment of dividends and such other factors as our board of directors may consider relevant.

Microsoft Have Released Screenshots Of Music Game Stores On Xbox Live Marketplace

Microsoft Have released screenshots of the upcoming individual music game stores. the main menu offers a choice of games like Rock Band, Lips, And Guitar Hero. Within the Rock Band menu you can choose between Rock Band, Lego Rock Band and The Beatles Rock Band. from any of these games you can browse the albums/songs available for download. you can hear a preview of each of the tracks and buy them.

Music Stores

This Weeks UK WiiWare, DSiWare, And Virtual Console Releases

Nintendo UK have released information about what is coming to the WiiWare And DSiWare this Friday. no Virtual Console games were announced as coming out on Friday.

WiiWare
The Mystery of Whiterock Castle
TV Show King 2

DSiWare
Art Academy: First Semester
A Little Bit of… Magic Made Fun: Mind Probe
Me & My Dogs Friends Forever
RAYMAN
Sparkle Snapshots

From Nintendo UK