Hit X Podcast: All The News From QTE Gamers From Tuesday 12th October

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The Re-Cap: News From QTE Gamers From Tuesday 12th October

• QTE Blog: The Re-Cap: News From QTE Gamers From Monday 11th October http://ht.ly/19prTP
• QTE Blog: Hit X Podcast: All The News From QTE Gamers From Monday 11th October http://ht.ly/19puCx
• PC: its rumoured Blizzard suspended a StarCraft II account for cheating in single player by using cheat programs http://ht.ly/2Sbgv
• 3DS: Famitsu reports Omega Five, an XBLA shoot-em-up, is coming to the 3DS in Spring 2011 http://ht.ly/2SbjK
• Lazard Capital Markets say a USA survey shows demand for Kinect/Move is high, says Move is selling well at retail http://ht.ly/2Sekq
• Shigeru Miyamoto admits seeing Super Mario Bros. on a HD TV leaves him slightly embarrassed by how it looks http://ht.ly/2Senr
• OutRun Online Arcade has been removed from PSN, XBLA to follow, due to a contract with Ferrari expiring http://ht.ly/2Sg9Y
• QTE Blog: Namco Bandai Have Released A Fifth Behind The Scenes Look At Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja Storm 2 http://ht.ly/19py6b
• QTE Blog: Sega Have Released A New Trailer For Sonic Colours On The Nintendo Wii http://ht.ly/19py6a
• Its confirmed, DeNA have bought ngmoco for $400 Million. reported ngmoco's + is to merge with Mobage http://ht.ly/2ShEa
• PS3: Digital Foundry have close look at Medal of Honor: Frontline, not received same changes as other PS2 HD Remixes, http://ht.ly/2ShIO
• 3DS: Survey of over 1,000 Japanese found that nearly 20% thought 3DS was too expensive, 16.4% thought it reasonable http://ht.ly/2Si69
• QTE Blog: Sony Online Entertainment Have Released A Trailer For DC Universe Detailing Character Creation http://ht.ly/19pBeq
• PS3: Play.com lists Twin Drop & Charge Pad for the Dual Shock 3 and Playstation Move. charge controllers without wires http://ht.ly/2Sk6a
• 3DS: Gaijin Games reveal they have a 3DS dev kit and have begun working on something, possibly a retail game http://ht.ly/2Skee
• QTE Blog: EA Announce Venus Williams Will Front EA Sports Active 2 In The USA http://ht.ly/19pEyn
• there are reports of a bug in Castlevania: Lords of Shadow that causes PS3 save files to corrupt, 360 files unaffected http://ht.ly/2SmwQ
• Countdown on http://www.themortalkombat.com/ revealed to be for a new website for Mortal Kombat http://ht.ly/2SmyO
• QTE Blog: Capcom Have Released A New Trailer For Sengoku BASARA Samurai Heroes http://ht.ly/19pI2W
• QTE Blog: Konami Have Revealed The Boxart For Saw II: Flesh And Blood http://ht.ly/19pI2X
• Review scores for Medal Of Honor Live, wide range of scores, 3/5 and 6/10 lowest, 8.5/10 highest http://ht.ly/2SmAC
• 360: GAME Reportedly sells out of Kinect, pre-orders being taken for next batch of Kinect Stock. HMV say they have stock http://ht.ly/2SmEE
• QTE Blog: Black Bean Have Released A Behind The Scenes Video For Get Fit With Mel B http://ht.ly/19pLBa
• QTE Blog: Microsoft Announce Xbox Live Is Coming To 10 New Countries From 10th November http://ht.ly/19pLB9
• QTE Blog: Focus Home Interactive Have Released A New Trailer For Cities XL 2011 http://ht.ly/2Sp0W
• FreeStyleGames, DJ hero Devs, don't want to work on Music Games forever, in future want to make different games http://ht.ly/2SoVC
• 360: Pinball FX 2 has been slightly delayed. its now coming out on 27th October, still part of Game Feast. http://ht.ly/2SoXk
• QTE Blog: Nintendo Announce Gamers With Pokemon HeartGold Or SoulSilver Can Get Mew From 15th-30th October http://ht.ly/19pOd8
• Endemol UK announce they are launching Endemol Games. it'll make games on Endemol/ 3rd party shows http://ht.ly/2SpCm
• PSP: Split/Second is coming to PSP's on 16th November, will have a new track, challenge mode, 4 player ad-hoc http://ht.ly/2Sv0l
• QTE Blog: THQ Announce WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2011 Gamers Can Get All Fan Axxess DLC For 800 MS Points/$9.99 http://ht.ly/19pRmo
• DJ Hero 2 was made in just 7 months. team took a "big holiday" after DJ Hero, started sequel when they came back http://ht.ly/2Sv6Q
• DSi: Ghostwire is no longer being published of Majesco, no word if game has been cancelled completely http://ht.ly/2Sv8O
• Visceral say a sequel to Dantes Inferno is not up to them, most of that team now working on Dead Space 2 http://ht.ly/2SwUe

THQ Announce WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2011 Gamers Can Get All Fan Axxess DLC For 800 MS Points/$9.99

THQ Have announced that WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2011 gamers can get all the Fan Axxess DLC for a one time payment of only 800 MS Points/$9.99. The downloadable content will include a number of playable WWE Legends, WWE Superstars and WWE Divas, alternate ring gear, playable arenas, a WWE Superstar Attribute Customizer, instant access to all unlockable content and an in-game badge to recognize the videogame’s biggest supporters.

The first downloadable content package for Fan Axxess, currently scheduled for release this holiday season, will include WWE Legends British Bulldog and Lex Luger; WWE Superstars Wade Barrett, David Otunga and Justin Gabriel; WWE Diva Layla; alternate ring gear for WWE Superstars Shawn Michaels and Shad; and a playable WWE NXT arena. The downloadable content package will also be sold separately for the anticipated cost of 560 Microsoft Points on Xbox LIVE or $6.99 on PlayStation Network.

Press Release

AGOURA HILLS, Calif.  October 12, 2010  THQ Inc. (NASDAQ: THQI) today announced details surrounding the new downloadable content purchase program for WWE® SmackDown® vs. Raw® 2011, the forthcoming simulation-based experience from the company’s World Wrestling Entertainment® videogame portfolio. Fan Axxess will enable WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2011 owners to obtain select downloadable content released throughout the life of the videogame for a one-time anticipated purchase cost of 800 Microsoft Points on Xbox LIVE® for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft or $9.99 on PlayStation®Network for the PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system. The downloadable content will include a number of playable WWE Legends, WWE Superstars and WWE Divas, alternate ring gear, playable arenas, a WWE Superstar Attribute Customizer, instant access to all unlockable content and an in-game badge to recognize the videogame’s biggest supporters.

“The Fan Axxess program for WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2011 offers consumers a very attractive value proposition to significantly enhance the virtual WWE experience,” said Danny Bilson, Executive Vice President, Core Games, THQ. “We have some of the most passionate fans in the industry, and we are pleased to offer them an opportunity to access premium gameplay content, customization features and recognition for their loyalty for one price point.”

About WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2011 – Fan Axxess Elements
The first downloadable content package for Fan Axxess, currently scheduled for release this holiday season, will include WWE Legends British Bulldog and Lex Luger; WWE Superstars Wade Barrett™, David Otunga™ and Justin Gabriel™; WWE Diva Layla®; alternate ring gear for WWE Superstars Shawn Michaels® and Shad®; and a playable WWE NXT™ arena. The downloadable content package will be included as part of the Fan Axxess program, as well as sold separately for the anticipated cost of 560 Microsoft Points on Xbox LIVE or $6.99 on PlayStation Network.

The second downloadable content package for Fan Axxess, currently scheduled for release in early 2011, will include alternate ring gear for WWE Superstars John Cena®, Undertaker® and CM Punk®, as well as a playable WCW® arena. The downloadable content package will be included as part of the Fan Axxess program, as well as sold separately for the anticipated cost of 240 Microsoft Points on Xbox LIVE or $2.99 on PlayStation Network.

The WWE Superstar Attribute Customizer will enable players to determine the overall rankings and attribute levels of every WWE Legend, WWE Superstar and WWE Diva in WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2011. While the videogame will ship to retail outlets with pre-established in-game Superstar ratings, this feature will give players even greater customization freedom to define their own personalized visions of WWE. The WWE Superstar Attribute Customizer will be included as part of the Fan Axxess program, as well as sold separately for the anticipated cost of 80 Microsoft Points on Xbox LIVE or $0.99 on PlayStation Network.

Players will also be able to quickly access more than 60 unlockable items in WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2011, including playable WWE Legends, WWE Superstars and WWE Divas, alternate ring gear, playable arenas, WWE Championships and more. Instant access to all unlockable content will be included as part of the Fan Axxess program, as well as sold separately for the anticipated cost of 80 Microsoft Points on Xbox LIVE or $0.99 on PlayStation Network.

About WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2011
Having shipped more than 50 million units worldwide, the renowned WWE simulation experience and annual centerpiece in THQ’s expanding WWE videogame portfolio returns to define players’ ultimate WWE moments and give players even greater creative and decision-making freedom throughout their storied journeys within WWE.

WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2011 will empower players more than ever to define their gameplay experiences in a dynamic and ever-changing WWE. In WWE Universe Mode, a new addition to the franchise, gameplay scenarios will change based on player decisions, allowing for new rivalries, alliances, championship matches and more spontaneous WWE action in and out of the ring. Additionally, the popular, story-driven Road to WrestleMania® mode will return with significant updates and new storylines, including the ability to freely roam through locker room areas, select opponents, break into impromptu matches and fulfill destinies based on player choices.

A hallmark of the franchise, WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2011 will deliver its largest offering to date of best-in-class creation and customization features. Players will have more creative tools than ever to customize their created Superstars, finishing moves, story designs, paint tool creations and more. Searching and sharing content will be greatly simplified through improvements to the highly regarded WWE Community Creations feature, which generated nearly 10 million downloads in its franchise debut.

WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2011 will also boast one of the largest rosters in franchise history with more than 70 of today’s prominent WWE Superstars and WWE Divas. Each in-game model will feature new skin textures and movement technology, delivering the most authentic looking and moving WWE Superstars and WWE Divas ever seen in a WWE videogame. In addition, players will round out their virtual WWE experience with more than 100 match types, including Tables, Ladders & Chairs (TLC), Hell in a Cell and Money in the Bank, as well as an extensive number of new playable arenas. A brand new physics system will ensure all matches and object interactions look and feel unique, dynamic and unpredictable to capture the full essence and authenticity of WWE.

WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2011 will also boast the franchise’s largest online feature set to date, including a robust downloadable content plan slated to include playable WWE Superstars, WWE Divas, alternate ring gear, new arenas and more. Online access and the game’s first downloadable content package, which is scheduled to include WWE Superstar Chris Masters® (playable character), WWE Superstar Rey Mysterio® (“Dia de los Muertos” Halloween-themed attire) and WWE Diva Kelly Kelly® (“Devil” Halloween-themed attire), will be free of charge with the videogame through a back of manual code for first-time purchasers. Second-time buyers can also purchase the content via Xbox LIVE at an anticipated cost of 800 Microsoft Points, as well as on PlayStation Network for an anticipated cost of $9.99. Additional content packages will be sold separately throughout the life of the product and are also available through a one-time purchase Fan Axxess program for an anticipated cost of 800 Microsoft Points on Xbox LIVE or $9.99 on PlayStation Network.

WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2011 is currently in development for the Xbox 360, PlayStation®3 and PlayStation®2 computer entertainment systems, PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) system and the Wii™ system from Nintendo, with a scheduled release date of October 26, 2010. For more information on WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2011, please visit wwe.thq.com, facebook.com/WWEgames and twitter.com/WWEgames.
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 and Toronto. Additional information on World Wrestling Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE: WWE) can be found at corporate.wwe.com. For information on global activities, go to http://www.wwe.com/worldwide/.

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.

Microsoft, Xbox, Xbox 360, Xbox LIVE, the Xbox logos, and the Xbox LIVE logo are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. and/or other countries.

“PlayStation” is a registered trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.

Wii is a trademark of Nintendo.

THQ Forward-Looking Statements: 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 downloadable content purchase program for the WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2011 videogame, 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, 2010, 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.

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.

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 risks relating to maintaining and renewing key agreements, including television distribution agreements; the need for continually developing creative and entertaining programming; the continued importance of key performers and the services of Vincent McMahon; the conditions of the markets in which we compete; acceptance of the Company's brands, media and merchandise within those markets; uncertainties relating to regulatory and litigation matters; risks resulting from the highly competitive nature of our markets; the importance of protecting our intellectual property and complying with the intellectual property rights of others; risks associated with producing live events both domestically and internationally; uncertainties associated with international markets; risks relating to our film business and any new business initiative which we may undertake; risks relating to the large number of shares of common stock controlled by members of the McMahon family; 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, our dividend is significant and is dependent on a number of factors, including, among other things, our liquidity and historical and projected cash flow, strategic plan (including alternative uses of capital), our financial results and condition, contractual and legal restrictions on the payment of dividends, general economic and competitive conditions and such other factors as our Board of Directors may consider relevant, including a waiver by the McMahon family of a portion of the dividends.

Nintendo Announce Gamers With Pokemon HeartGold Or SoulSilver Can Get Mew From 15th-30th October

Nintendo have announced gamers with either pokemon HeartGold or SoulSilver will have the chance to get Mew from between 15th-30th October. to get Mew, chose the Mystery Gift option, then Get Via Nintendo WFC. You must have the Pokédex in the game and have fewer than three Wonder Cards in their game. Mew will be Lvl 5 and only know the move Pound. Mew will also come inside a Cherish Ball and have a Premier Ribbon.

Press Release

BELLEVUE, Wash.—October 12, 2010—It has been 10 years since PokémonTM fans first visited the Johto region in the Pokémon Gold Version and Pokémon Silver Version video games. To commemorate this historic occasion, Pokémon Trainers can get the Rare Psychic-type Pokémon MewTM for the original titles’ remakes, Pokémon HeartGold Version or Pokémon SoulSilver Version, for the Nintendo DSTM family of systems via a Nintendo® Wi-Fi Connection distribution event October 15 through October 30, 2010.

At first, it was believed that there were only 150 Pokémon. As #151 in the National Pokédex, Mew was the original secret Pokémon, revealed for the Pokémon Red Version and Pokémon Blue Version video games. Over the past 12 years, Mew has very rarely been attainable, making this an extraordinary opportunity for Trainers across the nation.

The Mew character you will receive is a Level 5 and comes with one basic Normal-type attack, Pound, giving Pokémon Trainers the ability to raise and train Mew as they see fit. Making this distribution especially exclusive, Mew comes inside a Cherish Ball and has a Premier Ribbon, both indicating that you got it via a special event.

During the limited distribution period, players will need to receive Mew using the Mystery Gift option via the Nintendo® Wi-Fi Connection service and their existing wireless broadband Internet access, and will need to acquire the Pokédex in the game. Players must also have fewer than three Wonder Cards in their game.

This historic distribution event is only available for a limited time. For more information, players should visit www.pokemon.com.

About Pokémon
The Pokémon Company International, a subsidiary of The Pokémon Company in Japan, manages the property outside of Asia and is responsible for brand management, licensing, marketing, the Pokémon Trading Card Game, the animated TV series, home entertainment, and the official Pokémon website. Pokémon was launched in Japan in 1996 and today is one of the most popular children’s entertainment properties in the world. For more information, visitwww.pokemon.com.

About Nintendo
The worldwide pioneer in the creation of interactive entertainment, Nintendo Co., Ltd., of Kyoto, Japan, manufactures and markets hardware and software for its WiiTM home console and Nintendo DSTM family of portable systems. Since 1983, when it launched the Nintendo Entertainment SystemTM, Nintendo has sold more than 3.3 billion video games and more than 558 million hardware units globally, including the current-generation Wii, Nintendo DS, Nintendo DSiTM and Nintendo DSi XLTM, as well as the Game BoyTM, Game Boy Advance, Super NESTM, Nintendo 64TM and Nintendo GameCubeTM systems. It has also created industry icons that have become well-known, household names such as MarioTM, Donkey KongTM, MetroidTM, ZeldaTM and PokémonTM. A wholly owned subsidiary, Nintendo of America Inc., based in Redmond, Wash., serves as headquarters for Nintendo's operations in the Western Hemisphere. For more information about Nintendo, please visit the company's website at www.nintendo.com.

Microsoft Announce Xbox Live Is Coming To 10 New Countries From 10th November

 Microsoft have announced Xbox Live is coming to 10 new countries from 10th November. these new countries are Russia, Poland, South Africa, Greece, Czech Republic, Hungary, Brazil, Colombia, and Chile. Microsoft have also announced that it will be possible for people with Xbox Live accounts, in those countries to, that are registered to a different region to migrate that account and link it to that country. for example, if you live in Hungary but have your Xbox Live account registered to Germany, you can migrate that German account and make it Hungarian.

When you migrate your LIVE account you get to keep your profile, gamerscore, achievements, points balance and subscription time remaining. You also get to keep any downloaded content such as your avatar items, Arcade games, and game add-ons. Before you start with account migration there are some important things you need to know:

• Some services may not be available in your country.
• Previously purchased or downloaded content (videos, games, add-ons, etc.) will not be downloadable again after migration at this point in time, so remember to save your purchased content to your hard drive or a USB flash drive.
• The account migration process is not reversible.

Press Release

With 25 million members around the world and growing, we're excited to be bringing the core gaming and entertainment features that have made Xbox LIVE the world’s premier online gaming service to new markets around the world. On November 10, Xbox LIVE will be available in Russia, Poland, South Africa, Greece, Czech Republic, Hungary, Brazil, Colombia, and Chile.

Play your favorite multiplayer games with friends on Xbox LIVE, rack up your gamerscore, and download the latest Xbox LIVE Arcade and Games on Demand hits to your console in the comfort of your living room. You can even extend the life of your games by downloading the latest game add-ons, which include extra map packs, levels, characters, and songs.

This Holiday, Xbox LIVE and Kinect for Xbox 360 will open up a new world of games, entertainment, and friends.

Migrating Your Account
We want everyone to have fun. If you live in one of nine new LIVE markets and already have a LIVE account through a different region it will be possible to migrate your account to join the official LIVE network in your country.

When you migrate your LIVE account you get to keep your profile, gamerscore, achievements, points balance and subscription time remaining. You also get to keep any downloaded content such as your avatar items, Arcade games, and game add-ons.

Before you start with account migration there are some important things you need to know:
Some services may not be available in your country.
Previously purchased or downloaded content (videos, games, add-ons, etc.) will not be downloadable again after migration at this point in time, so remember to save your purchased content to your hard drive or a USB flash drive.
The account migration process is not reversible.

Black Bean Have Released A Behind The Scenes Video For Get Fit With Mel B

Black Bean have released a behind the scenes video for Get Fit With Mel B. this is PT1 and it focuses on the filming of Mel B, showing what the crew got up to and telling the story of the couple of days it took to film her parts.

Focus Home Interactive Have Released A New Trailer For Cities XL 2011

Focus Home Interactive have released a new trailer for Cities XL 2011. this trailer uses in-game footage to show many features and aspects of Cities XL 2011. As i have not covered this game before, i have also included screenshots and boxart for the game. Cities XL 2011 is set to come out on PC's later this month.



Screenshots