Tuesday, August 10, 2010
Square Enix Reveal Its GamesCom Line-up
Square Enix have revealed the games they will be showing at this years GamesCom. Square Enix have also announced they will have a 50 seater cinema which will show scheduled presentations of Final Fantasy XIV and Deus Ex: Human Revolution. All the games Square Enix are bringing to GamesCom will be playable apart from Deus EX: Human Revolution.
Square Enix's GamesCom Line-up is:
Deus EX: Human Revolution - PS3, PC, Xbox 360
Final Fantasy XIV - PC, PS3
Final Fantasy: The 4 Heroes of Light - DS
Front Mission Evolved - PS3, Xbox 360, PC
Kane & Lynch 2: Dog Days - PC, PS3, 360
Kingdom Hearts Birth By Sleep - PSP
Lara Croft And The Guardian of Light - Xbox 360, PC, PS3
Square Enix have also provided current launch dates for each of the games:
Deus EX: Human Revolution - Early 2011
Final Fantasy XIV - 22 September (PC – Collector’s Edition), 30 September (PC – Standard Edition), Early March 2011 (PlayStation 3)
Final Fantasy: The 4 Heroes of Light - 8th October
Front Mission Evolved - 17th September
Kane & Lynch 2: Dog Days - 20th August
Kingdom Hearts Birth By Sleep - 10th September
Lara Croft And The Guardian of Light - 18th August on XBLA
Press Release
London (10 August, 2010) – Square Enix Limited, the publisher of SQUARE ENIX® interactive entertainment products in Europe and other PAL territories, announces today its exciting line-up of titles which will be on show at GamesCom 2010, Cologne, August 18th – 22nd.
This year’s stand features a wide range of recognised wholly owned franchises such as FINAL FANTASY®, KANE & LYNCHTM and DEUS EX®. The stand boasts an enclosed 50 seat cinema for scheduled presentations of FINAL FANTASY XIV and the first public showing of DEUS EX: HUMAN REVOLUTIONTM.
“GamesCom continues to grow in prominence and this year’s show promises to be something special,” said Phil Rogers, chief executive officer of Square Enix Europe. “Our key titles reveal a powerful line-up of lead characters, innovative gameplay and action-packed storylines and GamesCom 2010 provides the perfect opportunity to share these upcoming games directly with consumers.”
Games playable on the show floor include: FINAL FANTASY: THE 4 HEROES OF LIGHTTM; FINAL FANTASY XIV; FRONT MISSION EVOLVED®; KANE & LYNCH 2: DOG DAYSTM; KINGDOM HEARTS Birth By Sleep and LARA CROFT AND THE GUARDIAN OF LIGHTTM.
To experience the latest titles from Square Enix first-hand, visit booth B54 in Hall 6 of GamesCom 2010.
GAMESCOM 2010 LINE-UP
DEUS EX: HUMAN REVOLUTION
Developer: Eidos-Montreal
Platforms: PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system/Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft/Windows® PC
Genre: Action RPG
EU release date: Early 2011
Website: http://www.deusex3.com.
To save his life, the fundamental choice of whether or not to become augmented with cybernetics was never offered to Adam Jensen. Driven by the conviction of never having a choice taken from him again and using his newfound power, his need for answers will unravel the truth behind a conspiracy rooted in the foundation of the world around him as it incites a new revolution.
FINAL FANTASY XIV
Developer: Square Enix Co., Ltd.
Platforms: PlayStation 3 computer entertainment system/Windows PC
Genre: MMORPG
EU release date: 22 September (PC – Collector’s Edition), 30 September (PC – Standard Edition), Early March 2011 (PlayStation 3)
Website: http://www.finalfantasyxiv.com
Take up arms with adventurers from around the globe and embark on an epic journey within the unforgettable realm of Eorzea – the stage for a revolutionary new MMORPG designed to fit the lifestyles of players everywhere, from casual users to the most hardcore gamers.
FINAL FANTASY: THE 4 HEROES OF LIGHT
Developer: Square Enix Co., Ltd.
Platforms: Nintendo DS
Genre: RPG
EU release date: 8 October 2010
Website: http://www.ff4heroes.com
FINAL FANTASY: THE 4 HEROES OF LIGHT is a beautifully rendered, original adventure brought to you by the acclaimed creators of FINAL FANTASY III and IV on Nintendo DS. Master all-new combat and game systems and immerse yourself in a charming storybook setting as you take on the roles of Brandt, Jusqua, Yunita and Aire. Though at first they don’t always see eye to eye, these four Heroes of Light will embark on a journey full of joyous meetings and sad partings that will build bonds of trust and affection so strong that, in the end, they may even save the world…
FRONT MISSION EVOLVED
Developer: Double Helix Games
Platforms: PlayStation 3 computer entertainment system/Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft/Windows PC
Genre: Third-Person Shooter
EU release date: 17 September 2010
Website: http://www.frontmissionevolved.com
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The tension between two global superpowers – the O.C.U. and the U.C.S. – has coalesced into a cold war. Each watches the other in taut vigilance. Towering far above the Earth’s surface, colossal structures called orbital elevators grant both parties unblinking, planet-wide surveillance. Under these simmering conditions, a new enemy emerges to ignite the flames of war and watch as the world burns.
KANE & LYNCH 2: DOG DAYS
Developer: IO Interactive
Platforms: PlayStation 3 computer entertainment system/Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft/Windows PC
Genre: Action
EU release date: 20 August 2010
Website: http://www.kaneandlynch.com
Experience 48 hours of hell with two of gaming’s most notorious criminals. In KANE & LYNCH 2: DOG DAYS, Kane and Lynch face the consequences when a simple job gone wrong sets off a desperate and frantic struggle to escape the entire Shanghai underworld. Ground-breaking art direction, relentless action gameplay and innovative multiplayer redefine the action shooter experience and position this product as the standout shooter of 2010.
KINGDOM HEARTS Birth by Sleep
Developer: Square Enix Co., Ltd.
Platforms: PSP system
Genre: Action RPG
EU release date: 10 September 2010
Website: http://www.kingdomheartsbbs.com
Long before Sora was chosen by his Keyblade, the worlds’ safety lay in the hands of the true Keyblade Masters. Three youths – Terra, Ventus and Aqua – have been training long and hard under Master Eraqus to prove that they, too, exhibit the Mark of Mastery. But they will soon find themselves in the middle of a crisis affecting worlds far beyond their own – just as another Keyblade Master, Xehanort, goes mysteriously missing. Three friends, three destinies. Everything will link back to the beginning.
LARA CROFT AND THE GUARDIAN OF LIGHT
Developer: Crystal Dynamics
Platforms: PlayStation 3 computer entertainment system/Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft/Windows PC
Genre: Action/Adventure
EU release date: 18 August 2010 (XBLA) – PSN & PC to be announced
Website:http://www.laracroftandtheguardianoflight.com
LARA CROFT AND THE GUARDIAN OF LIGHT is the first ever downloadable, co-op action/adventure game featuring Lara Croft. This game incorporates the hallmarks of the Tomb Raider franchise including exploration, discovery, platforming and puzzle solving. LARA CROFT AND THE GUARDIAN OF LIGHT allows players to experience Lara Croft from an isometric viewpoint, and combines character progression and fast-paced combat with elements of cooperation and competition. LARA CROFT AND THE GUARDIAN OF LIGHT will be available to download this summer.
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About Square Enix Ltd.
Square Enix Ltd., a part of the Square Enix Europe business unit, is a London-based wholly-owned subsidiary of Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd., a holding company leading the Square Enix Group. Square Enix Ltd. publishes and distributes entertainment content under the Square Enix Group’s internationally renowned brands such as Square Enix, Eidos and Taito in Europe and other PAL territories. Square Enix Ltd. also has a global network of leading development studios such as IO InteractiveTM, Crystal Dynamics® and Eidos MontrĂ©al. The Square Enix Group boasts a valuable portfolio of intellectual property including: FINAL FANTASY®, which has sold over 97 million units worldwide, DRAGON QUEST® which has sold over 54 million units worldwide and TOMB RAIDER® which has sold over 35 million units worldwide, together with other well established products and services.
More information on Square Enix Ltd. can be found on the Internet at http://www.square-enix.com
DRAGON QUEST, FINAL FANTASY, SQUARE ENIX and the SQUARE ENIX logo are registered trademarks of Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd. in the United Kingdom and/or other countries. FRONT MISSION, FRONT MISSION EVOLVED, and THE 4 HEROES OF LIGHT are registered trademarks or trademarks of Square Enix Co., Ltd. DUNGEON SIEGE is a registered trademark of Square Enix inc. KINGDOM HEARTS © Disney. EIDOS, KANE & LYNCH 2: DOG DAYS, DEUS EX: HUMAN REVOLUTION, LARA CROFT AND THE GUARDIAN OF LIGHT and TOMB RAIDER are trademarks of Square Enix Ltd. “Double Helix Games” is a trademark of Backbone Entertainment. TAITO is a registered trademark of Taito Corporation. “PlayStation” is a registered trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment. Windows, Xbox, Xbox 360 and Xbox LIVE are trademarks of the Microsoft group of companies. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. All rights reserved.
Square Enix Limited is a company registered in England & Wales under the number 1804186 whose registered office is at Wimbledon Bright House, 1 Hartfield Road, London SW19 3RU
United Front Games Announce ModNation Racers Patch 1.03 Is Coming Today
United Front Games have announced that Patch 1.03 is coming out today for ModNation Racers. this patch aims to fix the XP Races and XP Series issues that came about from patch 1.02.
United Front have also released some background information for ModNation Racers. Patch 1.02 added and fixed many things in the game, but one of the more argued things was load times. i have reported on a few sites saying contradictory things on how much load times improved with the patch. Their main focus was on reducing the load times in Career Races and Online Races, as well as reducing loading times around Career Central. but United Front Games point out that there are reasons why the game has fairly large load times and its mainly due to the amount of data each track and kart use and we may not see further improvement to load times because of it.
From USA Playstation Blog
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Rising Star Games Announce Harvest Moon: Frantic Farming for the DS And Harvest Moon: Hero of Leaf Valley for the PSP
Rising Star Games Announce Harvest Moon: Frantic Farming for the DS And Harvest Moon: Hero of Leaf Valley for the PSP. Harvest Moon: Frantic Farming takes the Harvest Moon series into the puzzle genre for the first time. there are 12 characters to choose from as well as 3 game modes. in order to harvest the crops, you need to match the crop and colour quickly before that crop starts to take over the farm.
Harvest Moon: Hero of Leaf Valley offers more traditional gameplay than the DS game, but it is the biggest Harvest Moon game to be released on the PSP. you have to join forces with the residents of Leaf Valley to save it from destruction. there are 16 possible ways to accomplish this and it will be down to your tactics which solution is used. you still grow crops, raise animals, and mine ores and gems, as well as earning money ans skills from part time jobs. but to save Leaf Valley, you need to gain the trust of the other villagers.
Harvest Moon: Frantic Farming Screenshots
Harvest Moon: Hero of Leaf Valley Screenshots
Harvest Moon: Hero of Leaf Valley Character Art
Press Release
Tuesday 10th August 2010: Rising Star Games has announced that two new Harvest Moon games are set to hit the market, with Harvest Moon: Frantic Farming for the DS and Harvest Moon: Hero of Leaf Valley for the PSP both confirmed for release in PAL territories.
Harvest Moon: Frantic Farming for the DS brings a new dimension to the Harvest Moon series, branching out into the puzzle genre, in an adventure that really puts the pace of players' farming skills to the test.
Gamers take on one of 12 playable characters in a variety of different modes including Story, Mission and Score Attack. Each crop is represented by a unique icon and colour and these must be matched as quickly as possible in order to harvest the crops before they take over the farm.
For the PSP is the addictive Harvest Moon: Hero of Leaf Valley, which is set to be the biggest Harvest Moon adventure yet on Sony's handheld. The story sees the inhabitants of Leaf Valley join forces to save itself from destruction, but it's down to the player to decide tactics and choose from 16 possible pathways.
As is traditional with Harvest Moon games, to progress players must grow crops, raise animals and mine ores and gems to help save Leaf Valley and their family farm. Skills and money can be earned in part-time jobs, and gamers must also earn the trust of villagers to gain their help.
"The Harvest Moon series is Rising Star Games' longest standing and most successful franchise," says Martin Defries, managing director, Rising Star Games. "Harvest Moon: Frantic Farming and Harvest Moon: Hero of Leaf Valley both push the boundaries of the Harvest Moon series, bringing new challenges and styles of gameplay to the classic collection."
Harvest Moon: Frantic Farming on the DS and Harvest Moon: Hero of Leaf Valley on the PSP will be released in Autumn/Winter.
Harvest Moon: Hero of Leaf Valley offers more traditional gameplay than the DS game, but it is the biggest Harvest Moon game to be released on the PSP. you have to join forces with the residents of Leaf Valley to save it from destruction. there are 16 possible ways to accomplish this and it will be down to your tactics which solution is used. you still grow crops, raise animals, and mine ores and gems, as well as earning money ans skills from part time jobs. but to save Leaf Valley, you need to gain the trust of the other villagers.
Harvest Moon: Frantic Farming Screenshots
Harvest Moon: Hero of Leaf Valley Screenshots
Harvest Moon: Hero of Leaf Valley Character Art
Press Release
Tuesday 10th August 2010: Rising Star Games has announced that two new Harvest Moon games are set to hit the market, with Harvest Moon: Frantic Farming for the DS and Harvest Moon: Hero of Leaf Valley for the PSP both confirmed for release in PAL territories.
Harvest Moon: Frantic Farming for the DS brings a new dimension to the Harvest Moon series, branching out into the puzzle genre, in an adventure that really puts the pace of players' farming skills to the test.
Gamers take on one of 12 playable characters in a variety of different modes including Story, Mission and Score Attack. Each crop is represented by a unique icon and colour and these must be matched as quickly as possible in order to harvest the crops before they take over the farm.
For the PSP is the addictive Harvest Moon: Hero of Leaf Valley, which is set to be the biggest Harvest Moon adventure yet on Sony's handheld. The story sees the inhabitants of Leaf Valley join forces to save itself from destruction, but it's down to the player to decide tactics and choose from 16 possible pathways.
As is traditional with Harvest Moon games, to progress players must grow crops, raise animals and mine ores and gems to help save Leaf Valley and their family farm. Skills and money can be earned in part-time jobs, and gamers must also earn the trust of villagers to gain their help.
"The Harvest Moon series is Rising Star Games' longest standing and most successful franchise," says Martin Defries, managing director, Rising Star Games. "Harvest Moon: Frantic Farming and Harvest Moon: Hero of Leaf Valley both push the boundaries of the Harvest Moon series, bringing new challenges and styles of gameplay to the classic collection."
Harvest Moon: Frantic Farming on the DS and Harvest Moon: Hero of Leaf Valley on the PSP will be released in Autumn/Winter.
Capcom Announce C. Viper Is Coming To Street Fighter IV On The iPhone For Free
Capcom have announced that C. Viper is coming to the iPhone version of Street Fighter IV for free in the future. Capcom have released screenshots and a trailer showing C. Viper in action against Cammy.
Screenshots
From Capcom Unity
Screenshots
From Capcom Unity
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Hit X: The News Recapping Podcast For Monday 9th August
This is all the news from Monday 9th August.
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The Re-Cap: News From QTE Gamers From Monday 9th August
- The Re-Cap: News From QTE Gamers From Saturday 7th and Sunday 8th August http://ht.ly/18uDSG
- QTE Blog: Hit X: The News Recapping Podcast For Saturday 7th and Sunday 8th http://ht.ly/18uGKW
- PS3: Kazunori Yamauchi reveals work on Gran Turismo 5 is still not finished, but should be soon http://ht.ly/2mVX6
- Microsoft announce they are holding a GamesCom press conference. announcements will be made. http://ht.ly/2mW7I
- UK Games Chart, Toy Story 3, Modern Warfare 2, Dance On Broadway, StarCraft II: Wings Of Liberty, Red Dead Redemption http://ht.ly/2mWav
- PS3: Tetsuya Nomura says Final Fantasy VS XIII is not making an appearance at GamesCom http://ht.ly/2mWd9
- Tetsuya Nomura says Final Fantasy VS XIII has been difficult, had to create new production methods. FFXIII Agito ways off http://ht.ly/2mWgQ
- Namco Bandai have registered a Trademark for City of Football. http://ht.ly/2mXiy
- PS3: Jeff Rubenstein admits changing a User Name has been bought up at Sony, but its not coming to Playstation Plus soon http://ht.ly/2mXmF
- Dave Votypka, head of Kaos Studios, suggests Modern Warfare 2 took inspiration from Homefront's 2009 E3 Demo http://ht.ly/2mXqX
- Irrational Games reveal a project Icarus announcement is coming on Wednesday http://ht.ly/2n3W7
- QTE Blog: This Weeks WiiWare, DSiWare, And Virtual Console Releases http://ht.ly/18uSEG
- QTE Blog: Sega Reveal The Boxart For Vanquish http://ht.ly/18uWBe
- QTE Blog: EA Have Released A New Trailer For EA Sports Active 2 http://ht.ly/18uZnt
- Assassin's Creed Brotherhood collectors edition revealed. $100, game, exclusive maps, art book, jack in a box + more http://ht.ly/2n9mc
- Marvelous Entertainment post ¥71M profit, up from $1.5M losses last year. sales down 55.4% year on year. http://ht.ly/2n9oJ
- QTE Blog: Sony Online Entertainment Announce The 17th Expansion For EverQuest is House Of Thule And Its Coming Out 12th October http://ht.ly/18v1Sp
- PC: John St. John has confirmed he's done voice work for Defense Of The Ancients. its a Valve game http://ht.ly/2naG6
- DS: The ESRB Has rated Scribblenauts, they warn of homicidal houses, Flaming Snowman, Carnivorous Bikes and more http://ht.ly/2naIF
- QTE Blog: Roundup Of All The Pokémon Black And White Reveals From The Weekend http://ht.ly/18v4Nw
- GameStop have listings for Dragon Age Origins: Ultimate edition for PS3, PC, and Xbox 360, Coming 12th October for $59.99 http://ht.ly/2ndaP
- Its been claimed that EA made a game based on the Iraqi War but failed to distributors, especially in the UK http://ht.ly/2ndhz
- QTE Blog: Q Games Announce PixelJunk Racers 2nd Lap Is Out Tomorrow For Playstation Plus Suscribers And 24th August For Regular PSN Users http://ht.ly/18v7o0
- THQ Financials,sales of $149.4M. losses of $30.1M, last years income of $6.4M. UFC 2010 sold 2.7M, UFC 2009 sold 2.9M. http://ht.ly/2nev3
- Tomonobu Itagaki's new game, Devil's Third, is expected to come out before April 2013 http://ht.ly/2ner3
- 360: Microsoft's sending out kinect Beta invites via Microsoft Connect. Individual/Party Chat will be disabled http://ht.ly/2nfiU
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Monday, August 9, 2010
Q Games Announce PixelJunk Racers 2nd Lap Is Out Tomorrow For Playstation Plus Suscribers And 24th August For Regular PSN Users
Q-Games have announced that PixelJunk Racers 2nd Lap, the free update for PixelJunk Racers, is coming out tomorrow exclusively for Playstation Plus Subscribers. For regular PSN users, the update will come out on 24th August. PixelJunk Racers, with the 2nd Lap update, will be available to buy from the 24th August for $6.99, whilst Playstation Plus Subscribers get a 25% discount from tomorrow.
The 2nd Lap update brings trophies to PixelJunk Racers and re-tunes the games difficulty. but, for those who have enjoyed the games current level of difficulty, it is optional to play at the new difficulty level. the update also brings a new global scoreboard called Drivers Points. You are also now able to play against Ghost racers from either your friends or players new year in the high score table.
From USA Playstation Blog
The 2nd Lap update brings trophies to PixelJunk Racers and re-tunes the games difficulty. but, for those who have enjoyed the games current level of difficulty, it is optional to play at the new difficulty level. the update also brings a new global scoreboard called Drivers Points. You are also now able to play against Ghost racers from either your friends or players new year in the high score table.
From USA Playstation Blog
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