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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Press Release
EL SEGUNDO, Calif. & NEW YORK --(Business Wire)-- Apr 08, 2010 Konami Digital Entertainment Inc., is excited to announce that it has entered an exclusive distribution agreement with Autumn Games, 4mm Games and Def Jam Interactive for the upcoming music videogame Def Jam Rapstar. Developed by 4mm Games, Terminal Reality and Def Jam Interactive, Def Jam Rapstar is the first true interactive Hip Hop music game experience for consoles, and will be available for the Xbox 360™ video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system and Nintendo Wii™ this Fall.
“Hip Hop music has for 30 years re-defined the sound, boundaries and culture of popular music,” said Shinji Hirano, President of Konami Digital Entertainment Inc. “We look to bring that ambition to fruition by pushing the boundaries of music games with Def Jam Rapstar. The star power development teams of 4mm Games and Def Jam Interactive are going to bring a music game experience that no one has seen to date, which is why we are so excited to be a part of such a unique game.”
“Hip Hop is a global phenomenon that has permeated pop culture to become the most important youth movement of our generation. We are proud to deliver the first authentic Hip Hop music experience to gamers that will undoubtedly change the way music games are played,” stated Kevin Liles, President and CEO of Def Jam Enterprises. “It is an incredible opportunity to work with 4mm Games and Terminal Reality in developing Def Jam Rapstar, and by partnering with Konami we ensure that everyone around the world will have an opportunity to compete with the best of the best. So show us what you got!”
“4mm was founded with the intent of bringing the experience of Constantly Connected Gaming™ to the next generation of gamers,“ said Nick Perrett, CEO of 4mm Games. “We look forward to providing Hip Hop fans worldwide a powerful example of that vision this fall with Def Jam Rapstar."
The ultimate emcee experience for video game consoles, Def Jam Rapstar is the only music game that focuses exclusively on Hip Hop. With more than 40 of the greatest Hip Hop songs available at release, including region specific music for the UK and Europe, Def Jam Rapstar allows you to be the star: by rhyming, using your console camera, and uploading your video to the fully integrated Def Jam Rapstar community at www.defjamrapstar.com. Def Jam Rapstar also offers you the ability to freestyle over tracks by some of the hottest hip hop producers and upload your freestyle performances for the world to decide how good you really are.
Initial confirmed Def Jam Rapstar gameplay tracks include:
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
Def Jam Rapstar is being co-published by Autumn Games, and represents the publishers' first major release as part of its ongoing efforts to provide a new way for top-flight developers to independently make and release games that challenge traditional boundaries.
For more information of Def Jam Rapstar, please go to www.defjamrapstar.com.
To follow Def Jam Rapstar on Twitter please visit www.twitter.com/defjamrapstar.
About Konami
Konami is a leading developer, publisher and manufacturer of electronic entertainment properties. Konami's titles include the popular films Metal Gear Solid, Silent Hill, DanceDanceRevolution and Castlevania, among other top sellers. The latest information about Konami can be found on the Web atwww.konami.com. KONAMI CORPORATION is a publicly traded company based in Tokyo, Japan with subsidiary offices, Konami Digital Entertainment Co., Ltd. in Tokyo, Japan, Konami Digital Entertainment, Inc. in the United States and Konami Digital Entertainment GmbH in Frankfurt, Germany. KONAMI CORPORATION is traded in the United States on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol KNM. Details of the products published by Konami can be found at www.konami.com.
KONAMI is a registered trademark of KONAMI CORPORATION.
About Def Jam Interactive
Def Jam Interactive, a division of Def Jam Enterprises, is a leading producer and marketer of interactive software games and a preeminent force in the digital industry. It is committed to delivering high-quality; cutting-edge video game titles to consumers by providing an authentic hip hop experience through gameplay, cultural nuances, strategic partnerships, music, talent, and executive direction. Def Jam Interactive was the first hip-hop brand to successfully partner in the gaming space and to date has produced multiple platinum-selling console titles, including Def Jam Vendetta, Def Jam Fight for NY, and Def Jam Icon. It is the only viable hip hop brand that has trusted consumer loyalty in the gaming space. For more than 20 years, the executive team has successfully extended the Def Jam brand in comedy, poetry, television, apparel, mobile, to name a few. For more information, please visit www.defjaminteractive.com.
About 4mm Games
Based in New York City, 4mm Games is an independent global interactive entertainment company that is forging a new approach to content creation: Constantly Connected Gaming™. The company is concentrated on incubating, producing, developing, and releasing a diverse portfolio of culturally relevant entertainment properties that join together multiple platforms including video game consoles, personal computers, mobile devices, and the Internet. For more information, please visit www.4mmgames.com
Constantly Connected Gaming is a trademark of 4mm Games, LLC.
About CEA Autumn Games
CEA Autumn Games is a global interactive entertainment investment company focused on the development and distribution of high-quality video games and other related media. The Company was founded as a joint venture between Communications Equity Associates (“CEA”) and Autumn Entertainment Partners (“AEP”), combining CEA’s 36 year track record in global media and entertainment private equity and merchant banking with AEP’s unparalleled expertise in content finance. Since its inception, CEA Autumn Games has formed long-term partnerships with a number of industry leading game studios to support them in their efforts to make culturally impactful entertainment. For more information, please visit www.ceaautumngames.com.
About Terminal Reality
Terminal Reality, Inc. (TRI) founded by lead programmer/CEO Mark Randel in 1994, is an independent industry veteran. With a focus on quality, technology and tools, TRI has shipped more than 30 titles, with more than 80 SKUs. Using the technology behind the highly acclaimed Ghostbusters: The Video Game, Terminal Reality spawns the next wave in game development: The Infernal Engine.
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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.
Screenshots
Press Release
Dublin, Ireland – April 8, 2010 — PopCap Games, maker of some of the world’s most popular video games, today announced that Bejeweled® Blitz, the 1-minute social adaptation of its mega-hit franchise Bejeweled for the Facebook® platform, is now available as a downloadable game for Windows-based PCs. Carrying a suggested retail price of US$19.95 and available exclusively at www.popcap.com/bejeweledblitz/ Bejeweled Blitz PC offers a range of enhancements to, and advantages over, the free Facebook game, including full-screen play, dramatically enhanced sound and graphics, dozens of new achievements and corresponding badges, and 1 million coins redeemable for “Blitz Boosts” — power-ups and other score-stimulating effects.
“Bejeweled Blitz is 10 years of the most popular puzzle game of the century packed into a minute-long experience,” said Jason Kapalka, co-founder and chief creative officer at PopCap Games. “It's the purest form of Bejeweled that we've ever concocted, factoring in everything PopCap has learned from a decade of development and feedback from millions of fans. By adding social and competitive elements and a time limit, we've distilled Bejeweled down to its essence with Bejeweled Blitz, and the new PC downloadable version makes the game available in the largest, most vibrant form factor yet by far. For some players this could be the version that takes their Bejeweled Blitz game to new heights.”
In the new Bejeweled Blitz PC, players can connect Facebook from the game's main menu and play the game from their PC without having to open a Web browser. High scores and corresponding star medals can be published to players' Facebook pages when they are logged in to Facebook. Blitz Coins are a new form of currency recently added to the game, which can be earned via gameplay or purchased and then redeemed for various Blitz Boosts — power-ups and effects to improve in-game performance.
Bejeweled Blitz, already available for Web and as an update to Bejeweled 2 on iPhone, has grown dramatically since its original launch on Facebook a year ago, now attracting roughly 11 million active users each month and more than 25 million users overall. Even more amazing, about 3.5 million unique users play Bejeweled Blitz every day, playing more than 100 million sessions per day and destroying half a billion gems per hour!
About PopCap
PopCap Games (www.popcap.com) is the leading multi-platform provider of fun, easy-to-learn, captivating video games that appeal to everyone from age 6 to 106. Based in Seattle, Washington, PopCap was founded in 2000 and has a worldwide staff of over 260 people in Seattle, San Francisco, Chicago, Vancouver, B.C., Dublin, and Shanghai. Its games have been downloaded more than 1 billion times by consumers worldwide, and its flagship title, Bejeweled®, has sold more than 50 million units across all platforms. Constantly acclaimed by consumers and critics, PopCap’s games are played on the Web, social platforms, desktop computers, myriad mobile devices (cell phones, smartphones, PDAs, Pocket PCs, iPod, iPhone, iPad and more), popular game consoles (such as Xbox and DS), and in-flight entertainment systems. PopCap is the only “casual games” developer with leading market share across all major sales channels, including social, Web portals, retail stores, mobile phones, MP3 players, and game devices.
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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/
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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.