Thursday, April 8, 2010
Konami Announce They Are Distributing Def Jam Raptstar On The Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, And Nintendo Wii
Def Jam Rapstar is a music game that allows you to Sing/Rap to lyrics from 40 of the greatest Hip Hop songs, similar to SingStar and Lips. Def Jam Rapstar will feature region specific music for the UK and Europe. The game also features a video recording feature, using console cameras, to upload videos to the Def Jam Rapstar community at www.defjamrapstar.com. A unique feature for this game is the ability to freestyle over some of the tracks in the game and upload the performances.
Some of the tracks that are in Def Jam Rapstar have been revealed. these are:
2 Pac - I Get Around
50 Cent - I Get Money
Dr. Dre featuring Snoop Dogg - Nuthin’ But a “G” Thang
Kanye West featuring Jamie Foxx - Gold Digger
Lil’ Wayne - A Milli
Notorius B.I.G. - Juicy
Slick Rick - Children’s Story
T.I. featuring Rihanna - Live Your Life
Wu Tang Clan - C.R.E.A.M.
Young Jeezy featuring Kanye West - Put On
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PopCap Announce Bejeweled Blitz For PC and Mac Is Out Now For $19.95
PopCap have released a trailer for this new version of Bejeweled Blitz as well as some screenshots. the Trailer shows in-game action and uses the in-game footage to highlight aspects of the game. the screenshots are also in-game and show the main menu, Facebook Menu, gameplay, and the Game Over Screen.
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Microsoft Have Released A New Narrated Trailer For Alan Wake
Microsoft have also announced that they are working with well known merchandisers so a wide range of products can be released for Alan wake. today they announce that they're working with Cafepress to offer t-shirts, hoodies, water bottles, and more. the shop is open now at http://shop.cafepress.com/alan-wake, whilst the grand opening will be 16th April.
Press Release
“Alan Wake” fans, now is the time to wake up! A new video from the upcoming psychological action thriller exclusive to Xbox 360 is available today, offering a creative insider’s look into “Alan Wake.” With the relaunch of AlanWake.com, look no further to get the most up-to-date information about the highly anticipated title set to launch in select countries in Europe on May 14, in North America on May 18 and in Japan on May 27.
Today, Microsoft released a new narrated trailer titled “Alan Wake: Building the Thriller,” encapsulating everything known about the psychological action thriller so far, while introducing the highly anticipated title to the uninitiated. Featuring never-before-seen footage containing previews of the unfolding mystery, even stalwart “Alan Wake” fans who have been following the title since it was first announced will want to examine the trailer for clues and details about the heart pounding thrill ride of “Alan Wake.”
To help bring the game to life, Microsoft has collaborated with well known merchandisers to offer a wide range of items for fans to show their adoration for “Alan Wake.” One such program is with CafePress, with others to be announced soon.
In a special collaboration with CafePress, the world's biggest destination for self-expression through merchandise, fans are now able to design and sell “Alan Wake” inspired products. Unique fan-created items will be available for purchase starting today with the full online store grand opening planned for April 16, 2010. From T-shirts and hoodies to water bottles, customize and outfit yourself with gear from “Alan Wake” at http://shop.cafepress.com/alan-wake to bring the game to life.
If you can’t wait to step into the world of “Alan Wake,” secure your Bright Falls Bonus Pack for exclusive “Alan Wake” content by pre-ordering your copy of the game now from participating retailers. A must-have for anyone intrigued by the game, the Pack includes Avatar gear like the “I Am Awake” T-shirt and an Xbox LIVE “Bright Falls” theme based on the game.
For those seeking to add the ultimate “Alan Wake” collection to their bookshelves, the Limited Collector’s Edition, designed to resemble a hardcover novel, comes packed with special bonus content including “The Alan Wake” Files collectible book – a 144-page book containing a short story penned by Alan Wake and a compilation of FBI dossiers investigating the mysterious events at Bright Falls; an exclusive Xbox LIVE theme and Avatar; video documentaries exploring the development of “Alan Wake”; in-game commentary and hints from Remedy; and much more.
Bringing a new style of storytelling in this dynamic new title exclusively for Xbox 360, “Alan Wake” is developed by Remedy Entertainment, the renowned original developers of the successful “Max Payne” series. “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 episodic-based with a deeply engaging and suspenseful storyline unveiling new twists and profound character revelations at every turn, rated T for Teen. For more information, please visit AlanWake.com.
EA Have Released A New Tutorial Video For FIFA 2010 World Cup South Africa
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360: The OFLC has rated Duke Nukem Manhattan Project for the 360. Microsoft listed as games publisher http://ow.ly/1vyur
PC: Square Enix have confirmed that monsters from old Final Fantasy Games will appear in Final Fantasy XIV http://ow.ly/1vyy5
PSP: Konami have confirmed that Monster Hunter is coming to Metal Gear Solid Peace Walker. Felyne will appear + more http://ow.ly/1vz0q
PSP: Famitsu have screenshots showing Monster Hunter enemies being attacked by Snake in Metal Gear peace Walker http://ow.ly/1vz3M
PSP: Metal Gear Peace Walker has a optional install. there is a small install, 300MB, or a large install, 800MB http://ow.ly/1vz6p
Cryptic confirm work on a console version of Star Trek Online has stopped. they got it working, but stopped due to money http://ow.ly/1vz8n
360: There are reports of technical issues with Natal. loose clothes, couches, latency, low light cited. price increased http://ow.ly/1vzd6
PS3: Crytek say Crysis 2 will look better than anything on the PS3, they're aiming to set a new benchmark http://ow.ly/1vzfQ
Toby McCasker was sacked from Zoo Weekly after whistle-blowing review demands from RockStar for Red Dead Redemption http://ow.ly/1vzjz
QTE Blog: Namco Bandai Have Released A New Trailer For Clash Of The Titans http://ow.ly/170owE
QTE Blog: New Zero Punctuation - God Of War III http://ow.ly/170owD
QTE Blog: THQ Announce The Last Airbender For The Nintendo Wii And Nintendo DS http://ow.ly/170owC
QTE Blog: Microsoft Announce Alan Wake Is Coming Out In Europe On 14th May http://ow.ly/170reE
QTE Blog: Digital Chocolate Announce Their Games Have Been Downloaded Over 4 Million Times From Nokia's Ovi Store http://ow.ly/170reD
QTE Blog: Futuremark Announce The Second Content Pack For Shattered Horizon http://ow.ly/170sBu
QTE Blog: EA Reveal The 28 Songs In 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa http://ow.ly/170sBv
PS3: GeoHot has custom firmware for PS3 allowing Other OS but its not out yet. Looking into adding Other OS To PS3 Slim http://ow.ly/1vLKb
DArk Void Zero is coming to iPhone and PC on 12th April. will cost $2.99 on iPhone, $5 on PC. no plans for PSN/XBLA http://ow.ly/1vLW8
Wii: Satoru Iwata reveals Nintendo team working on Zelda are under pressure due to graphical standard Monster Hunter set http://ow.ly/1vLXt
Konami trademarks Adrenalin Misfits, EA does Pirates Ahoy, Sony does Until Dawn and Road To Zero http://ow.ly/1vLYY
360: Activision announce Modern Warfare 2 Stimulus Package sells over 2.5M units in a week http://ow.ly/1vM1G
Wednesday, April 7, 2010
Futuremark Announce The Second Content Pack For Shattered Horizon
Futuremark Games Studio have announced the second content pack for Shattered Horizon. The Firepower Pack will be a free update that will add new weapons and grenades to Shattered Horizon. unfortunately, no release date or specifics about the content in the update, have been revealed by Futuremark at this time.
Press Release
HELSINKI --(Business Wire)-- Apr 07, 2010 Futuremark® Games Studio today revealed plans for a second content pack for Shattered Horizon™, their PC exclusive multiplayer first-person shooter. The "Firepower" pack will add new weapons and grenades encouraging different styles of play and providing the opportunity for new team tactics. Like the Moonrise pack released in February, the Firepower expansion will be free for all players.http://www.shatteredhorizon.com/
"Since the launch of Shattered Horizon we have shown our thanks to players who have supported us by releasing free DLC. That commitment to the community continues with the Firepower pack which will add new weapons and grenades to the game," said Jaakko Haapasalo, producer at Futuremark Games Studio. "And while we are not revealing the release date or specific details just yet, players in our Arconauts program have already started helping us test and balance the new weapons."
In Shattered Horizon, a catastrophic explosion on the Moon has filled near-Earth space with billions of tons of rocky debris. Trapped in orbit the survivors fight in zero gravity to control the limited supplies that mean the difference between survival and death in the cold of space.
Seeking to gain an advantage the ISA successfully launch a rocket carrying a cargo of modified weapons through the cloud of debris to the entrenched astronauts aboard the International Space Station. Meanwhile, engineers at the MMC’s hidden base of operations have been scavenging equipment to create their own new weapons and grenades. Resupplied and rearmed with newfound firepower, the ISA and MMC begin fresh hostilities.
About Shattered Horizon
Shattered Horizon is the innovative first game from Futuremark Games Studio that immerses you in the cold reality of zero gravity combat in space.
- Multiplayer first-person shooter set in near-Earth space 40 years from now.
- Experience intense zero gravity combat and complete freedom of movement. Use your rocket pack to fly freely through space then land on any surface.
- Join your friends in action-packed 32 player battles fighting across eight space based levels from hollowed-out asteroids to the ruined remains of the International Space Station.
- New weapons and grenades coming soon in the free Firepower pack.
Shattered Horizon requires DirectX 10, a DirectX 10 compatible video card, and Windows Vista or Windows 7. There is no support for Windows XP or DirectX 9. Suggested retail price: €19.95 / $19.95 / £14.95 Available now from Steam and the official website: http://www.shatteredhorizon.com/buynow/
Keywords and Suggested Tags
Shattered Horizon, Futuremark Games Studio, Firepower, first-person shooter, FPS, zero gravity, multiplayer, PC, video game, DLC, expansion pack, DirectX10, Windows 7
About Futuremark® Games Studio
Futuremark® Games Studio, wholly owned by Futuremark® Corporation, was formed in January 2008 to create original games with new and entertaining gameplay. Shattered Horizon™ is the studio's first self-published game. Shattered Horizon is rated Teen by the ESRB and 16 by PEGI. The game carries the NVIDIA®: The Way It's Meant To Be Played™ seal. Futuremark is based in Helsinki, Finland and maintains a sales office in Saratoga, California. For more information, please visit http://www.futuremark.com/
© 2010 Futuremark® Corporation. Shattered Horizon™ and Futuremark® Games Studio trademarks and logos, Futuremark character names and distinctive likenesses, are the exclusive property of Futuremark Corporation. The names of other companies and products mentioned herein may be the trademarks of their respective owners.