Saturday, February 26, 2011

THQ Have Released A Behind The Scenes Look At MX vs ATV Alive With James Stewart

THQ have released a behind the scenes look at MX vs ATV Alive. in this video, James Stewart talks about his experiences with the game and some of the developers on the game talk to him about the changes they made and some of the tech they're using. several bits of in-game action are also shown.


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THQ Have Released A Gameplay Trailer For Rio: The Videogame

THQ have released a new trailer for Rio: The Videogame. the trailer shows gameplay from the PS3 and 360 versions of the game. they show some of the 40 mini-games that are in Rio: The Videogame.


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Hit X Podcast: All The News From QTE Gamers From Friday 25th February

This is all the news From Friday 25th February.

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The Re-Cap: News From QTE Gamers From Friday 25th February

  • QTE Blog: The Re-Cap: News From QTE Gamers From Thursday 24th February http://ht.ly/1bv4wH
  • QTE Blog: Hit X Podcast: All The News From QTE Gamers From Thursday 24th February http://ht.ly/1bv76y
  • iPad2: rumoured Apple made late changes, no SD Card, no higher resolution. also rumoured to be thinner, 512RAM, A5 CPU http://ht.ly/43lLP
  • QTE Blog: Sega Release A Yakuza 4 Trailer For The Newly Released Demo http://ht.ly/1bvanf
  • TIGA have walked away from talks with UKIE over a proposed Merger. TIGA to continue to push for UK Game Dev Tax Breaks http://ht.ly/43n0l
  • United Front Games confirm there have been layoffs due to the cancellation of True Crime: Hong Kong http://ht.ly/43n2M
  • QTE Blog: Sony Announce The PSP Is Available For $129.99 From 27th February http://ht.ly/1bvdB0
  • QTE Blog: OneBigGame Announce Profits Of $100,000, Of Which 96% Was Donated To Charities http://ht.ly/1bvdAZ
  • Atlus say there are currently no plans to release Catherine in the west. the game came in at number 1 in Japan charts http://ht.ly/43qKn
  • Mortal Kombat has been refused a classification in Australia. its not quite a ban, it can't be sold but can be imported http://ht.ly/43qOw
  • QTE Blog: EA Have Released A Gameplay Video For Rango The Videogame http://ht.ly/1bvgMt
  • QTE Blog: Microsoft Have Released A New Video Explaining The Xbox Live Gold Family Pack http://ht.ly/1bvgMs
  • A Rumoured screenshot of Thief 4 has appeared. shows 3rd person camera, minimal HUD, and a Bow http://ht.ly/43tLa
  • Wii: Final Fantasy VI is coming to Virtual console in Japan for 900 WiiWare Points http://ht.ly/43tO3
  • QTE Blog: Sucker Punch Have Released A New inFamous 2 Trailer Titled "Being A Hero Is Optional" http://ht.ly/1bvlfI
  • QTE Blog: Epic And Microsoft Have Revealed The Gears Of War 3 Box And Multiplayer Screenshots http://ht.ly/1bvlfH
  • a countdown page has emerged with glowing green numbers. countdown ends at GDC. Modern Warfare 3 speculated http://ht.ly/43xMn
  • 360: MyGamerCard.net has shut down. founder Jason Young says the "love for community has been lost by Microsoft," + more http://ht.ly/43xPM
  • QTE Blog: THQ Have Released A Launch Trailer For de blob 2 http://ht.ly/1bvnSX
  • QTE Blog: Platinum Games Have Released A New Character Video For Jack In Anarchy Reigns http://ht.ly/1bvnSW
  • The ESRB has rated Parasite Eve on the PS3. its speculated its a PS1Classic release http://ht.ly/43xTd
  • PS3: Portal 2 on PS3 does not support PS Move. Valve say initial quote saying it was in Portal 2 was lost in translation http://ht.ly/43xVF
  • QTE Blog: This Weeks UK WiiWare, DSiWare, And Virtual Console Releases http://ht.ly/1bvqQo
  • QTE Blog: Sony Reveal 5 New Playstation 3 Greatest Hits Titles http://ht.ly/1bvqQn
  • iPhone: Consumer Reports have confirmed the Verizon iPhone 4 suffers the same "Death Grip" issues as AT&T Version http://ht.ly/43Aqy
  • Sony has reportedly pulled the New Zealand release of MotorStorm Apocalypse following recent earthquake in Christchurch http://ht.ly/43Axe
  • QTE Blog: Zoo Games Announce Mayhem For The PS3 And Xbox 360 http://ht.ly/1bvtTF

Friday, February 25, 2011

Zoo Games Announce Mayhem For The PS3 And Xbox 360

Zoo Games have announced Mayhem, a game in development for the PS3 and 360 by Rombax. Mayhem is a arcade racing and car destruction game with a unique noir comic book style. The game has 20 different levels set across 5 unique areas. the 4 game modes include Demolition Derby, Banger Racing, Domination, and Eliminator. the game has 120 different vehicles that can be customised. Mayhem also features a 3D gameplay option.

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Fact Sheet

Distributor: Zoo Games
Publisher: Rombax
Platform: XBOX® 360 / Playstation® 3
Release Date: March 29, 2011
Genre: Arcade Racing
Multiplayer: 1-8
ESRB: E10+
Price: $39.99

Brief Game Description
Featuring a distinct noir comic book aesthetic, Mayhem challenges players to crush or be crushed in a white-knuckle racing and car destruction game. Highly customizable for hours of opponent pummeling entertainment, the fast-paced arcade racing video game features realistic 3D Action.

Key Features
Diverse Environments – Tackle opponents or work on shaving seconds off runs by competing on 20 different levels in five unique arenas

Four Exciting Game Modes
Demolition Derby: an intense contest to be the last one standing
Banger Racing: a drag out brawl to land in the pole position
Domination: a fight to knock opponents into the dreaded pit
Eliminator: a pole position race with a twist - players must cross the finish line at the front of the pack or be eliminated

Vehicle Customization – Choose from 120 different vehicles in six different
classes: Muscle, Sedan, Wagon, Coupe, Truck and Monster Truck

Mayhem Points - Players can also work to accumulate ‘Mayhem Points’ to unlock new levels, earned each time they smash into an opponent’s vehicle resulting in a loss of parts or even explosions
White - damage inflicted
Red - damage sustained

Ramming Speed - Drivers can earn boost from collecting parts knocked off other vehicles filling the boost meter to receive ‘Ramming Speed’

Bonus Minigame Challenges – Pit Pusher, Duck Shoot, Rear Wrecker, and
Part Collector are also encountered throughout to test players’ automotive fortitude

Optional 3D – Features a 3D gameplay option compatible with any TV

Sony Reveal 5 New Playstation 3 Greatest Hits Titles

Sony have announced 5 games are joining the Playstation 3 Greatest Hits range. these games will be available for $29.99. the 5 titles are:
  • God of War III
  • Heavy Rain
  • ModNation Racers
  • UFC Undisputed 2010
  • UNCHARTED 2: Among Thieves – GAME OF THE YEAR EDITION
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Source: USA Playstation 3


This Weeks UK WiiWare, DSiWare, And Virtual Console Releases

Nintendo have revealed the games coming out today on the WiiWare and DSiWare stores. in all there are 5 new games as well as 2 new demos. i have included for the screenshots where i can, but if you head to the link below you can watch of video of in-game action from all the games coming out.

WiiWare

BIT.TRIP FLUX
Arcade Essentials

WiiWare Demos

Learning with the PooYoos: Episode 1


HoopWorld: BasketBrawl


DSiWare

Bejeweled Twist


Panda Craze


Peg Solitaire


Source: Nintendo UK