Tuesday, September 1, 2009

Nintendo Announce Wi Fit Plus Releases In North America On October 4th For $19.99

Nintendo Have Announced That Wii Fit Plus will come out in North America on October 4th as a standalone game and bundled with the Wii Balance Board. The Standalone game will cost $19.99, whilst the Wii Fit Bundle will Cost $99.99.

Wii Fit Plus Boxart


Press Release

LAS VEGAS, Aug. 31, 2009 – Nintendo today announced that the new Wii Fit™ Plus game will launch in North America on Oct. 4, and also revealed new colors for its popular Nintendo DSi™ system and for the revolutionary Wii Remote™ and Nunchuk™ controllers and Wii MotionPlus™ accessory. Starting Sept. 13, Nintendo DSi will be available in White and Pink, joining the Blue and Black versions already on the market. Additionally, this holiday season, Nintendo will release a new Black version of the Wii Remote bundled with a Black version of the Wii MotionPlus accessory, which brings precise motion control to games that have been designed for it. A Black version of the Nunchuk controller also will be available for the holidays.

Nintendo of America President & COO Reggie Fils-Aime made these announcements in his keynote address at the 2009 GameStop Manager Conference.

"All of these announcements bring more options and more choices to consumers as our industry heads into its busiest time of the year," Fils-Aime said. "Each of these products allows consumers to enjoy a more personal gaming experience, no matter how they choose to play."

Here are the details of today's announcements:

• Wii Fit Plus: This enhanced version of the top-selling game offers a range of new features, along with new exercises, yoga activities and balance games designed to keep workouts fun. For the first time, users can customize their workouts to target specific areas of their bodies or to fill specific intervals of time. Wii Fit Plus will replace the current Wii Fit™ configuration at retail, and will be bundled with the Wii Balance Board™ accessory at a suggested retail price of $99.99. For people who currently own Wii Fit and want to add the expanded options to their fitness regimen, the Wii Fit Plus disc will be available on its own at a suggested retail price of $19.99.

• White and Pink Nintendo DSi colors: The two new colors give consumers even more options to personalize their experiences. All models of the Nintendo DSi hardware come with two cameras and interactive options to let users create and manipulate pictures or sound in fun and creative ways. All versions of Nintendo DSi are available at a suggested retail price of $169.99.

• Wii Remote and Wii MotionPlus Black bundle: The Black bundle is the first new color for the Wii Remote and Wii MotionPlus.

• Black Nunchuk: The Black Nunchuk will be available as a standalone purchase.

Remember that the Wii™ console features parental controls that let adults manage the content their children can access. For more information about Nintendo products, visitwww.Nintendo.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 Wii™, Nintendo DS™ and Nintendo DSi™ systems. Since 1983, when it launched the Nintendo Entertainment System™, Nintendo has sold more than 3.1 billion video games and more than 526 million hardware units globally, including the current-generation Wii, Nintendo DS and Nintendo DSi, as well as the Game Boy™, Game Boy Advance, Super NES™, Nintendo 64™ and Nintendo GameCube™ systems. It has also created industry icons that have become well-known, household names such as Mario™, Donkey Kong™, Metroid™, Zelda™ and Pokémon™. 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, visit the company's Web site at www.Nintendo.com.

New Screenshots for DC Universe

Sony Online Entertainment have released new screenshots for upcoming MMO DC Universe. the screenshots show off a few known DC Characters as well as some user created characters in action.

DC Universe



Audio Re-Cap of Yesterdays News (oldest to newest)

Here is today's Audio Re-Cap of Yesterdays news.
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Re-Cap of Yesterdays News (oldest to newest)

  • QTE Blog: Re-Cap of The Weekends News (oldest to newest) http://ow.ly/np2I

  • QTE Blog: Audio Re-Cap of The Weekends News (oldest to newest) http://ow.ly/15N7gT

  • PS3: Square have said that Final Fantasy VS XIII Won't be at Tokyo Games Show. http://ow.ly/np39

  • PS3: Sony released firmware 3.0 to devs last week. http://ow.ly/np4k

  • PC: Jagex have said that RuneScape has had over 105 Million Players and possibly makes as much money as WoW. http://ow.ly/np5i

  • PS3: Final Fantasy XIV will have a monthly subscription. no word on cost as yet. http://ow.ly/np5U

  • PS3: 2 new videos have emerged from the cancelled Sony game, 8 Days. one shows a crash, the other shows gameplay. http://ow.ly/np8e

  • Artificial Mind and Movement have said they have no plans for WET DLC. everything's on the Disc. http://ow.ly/npai

  • PS3: Red And Blue Dual Shock 3 controllers appear to be on sale now at some BestBuy's and GameStops http://ow.ly/npeQ

  • Wii: Capcom have banned a user until 12/12/9999 because they were cheating. http://ow.ly/npfi

  • Walt Disney Company has bought Marvel Entertainment for $4 Billion. http://ow.ly/nqyt

  • Walt Disney Company have announced that they will look at Marvel Videogame Licenses as they expire,then see what's best. http://ow.ly/nqzA

  • A Bayonetta demo is in the works. will be a special demo that has some link to the final retail game. http://ow.ly/nqCJ

  • PS3: Gran Turismo 5 runs at 1080p 60fps, should get simultaneous worldwide release, 1000 cars+youtube support maybe false http://ow.ly/nqDW

  • Square Enix is looking into DLC for both 360 and PS3 versions of Final Fantasy XIII, could include new items, areas + more http://ow.ly/nqFH

  • PC: Jagex announce MechScape MMO. won't have Xp and Skills, been in development since January 20006, is SCi FI MMO http://ow.ly/nqIj

  • PS3: Sony have announced the God Of War Collection, has both God Of Wars, 720p, 60fps, And has trophy support + More http://ow.ly/nrjU

  • PSP: Kingdom Hearts Birth by Sleep is rumoured to have a trailer for Kingdom Hearts 3 at the end of the game. http://ow.ly/nrku

  • QTE Blog: Microsoft And Doritos Announce 2009's "Unlock Xbox" Competition http://ow.ly/15N9gE

  • QTE Blog: RockStar Announce Grand Theft Auto China Town Wars For iPhone And iPod Touch http://ow.ly/15N9FQ

  • 360: Shadow Complex has become the most downloaded single player game in XBLA history with 200.000 Sold. http://ow.ly/nsPL

  • PS3: Patch 1.40 has been released for USA Call of Duty 4 players. No EU/USA Play until EU Patch goes live. http://ow.ly/nsQt

  • DSi: DSi only games will have distinctive, All White cases with a warning that they only work on DSi's on them. http://ow.ly/nsRi

  • 360: pictures have been released of what the exclusive The Beatles Rock Band Avatar t-shirt looks like. http://ow.ly/nsZf

  • QTE Blog: RockStar Announce Beaterator Is Coming To iPhone And iPod Touch. Also Trailer And Timberland Interview http://ow.ly/15Nayy

  • Wii: Certain parts of Metroid 3 have been changed in the Metroid Prime Trilogy boxset. http://ow.ly/nu3u

  • QTE Blog: Grand Theft Auto IV: Episodes From Liberty City Box Art Revealed. http://ow.ly/15NbrP

  • EEDAR Data reveals Wii and 360 have better quality of games this year over last, PS3 has more than both of them still. http://ow.ly/nuz9

  • PC: EVE Online is getting a new expansion this winter called Dominion. it focuses on how you conquer and hold space. http://ow.ly/nuAz

  • PS3: Uncharted 2 "Cinema Mode" announced and detailed. has Machinima tools, lip sync, camera controls, green screen + more http://ow.ly/nuIZ

  • PS3: its rumoured, the PS3 Slims early release is causing issues with users downloading stuff. firmware 3.0 fixes it. http://ow.ly/nuYc

  • PS3: King Of Fighters XII Online multiplayer patch is now live in USA. it should fix the online issues the game has. http://ow.ly/nuYz

  • QTE Blog: This Weeks WiiWare, DSiWare, And Virtual Console Releases http://ow.ly/15NcdT




Monday, August 31, 2009

This Weeks WiiWare, DSiWare, And Virtual Console Releases

Nintendo has announced this weeks Virtual Console, DSiWare, and WiiWare downloads. there are 2 WiiWare titles, and 1 Virtual Console and DSiWare releases this week.

WiiWare

Tales of Monkey Island: Chapter 2
This is the second chapter of the game, and you start as your pirates lay siege to the Mer-People. Greybrush has to doge a persistent pirate, catch up with his beloved wife, and focus on eradicating the Pox of lechuck


3-2-1, Rattle Battle!
This is a party game full of Mini games. has Nintendo Wifi connection to post high scores and compare with users from across the world.


Virtual Console

Phantasy Star
This is The Sega Master System version of the game. Phantasy Star is a early RPG where the female protagonist has to avenge her brothers death and defeat King Lassic


Nintendo DSiWare

Puzzle League Express
This is the newest title in the Puzzle League series. the game has 4 single player modes, Endless (survive to earn a top score), Clear (eliminate all blocks above the line), Score Attack (score as high as possible in two minutes) and Vs. COM (use items and combos to attack a computer opponent).


Press Release

Aug. 31, 2009
"All for one and one for all" is an apt way to describe the latest lineup of downloadable games from the Wii™ Shop Channel and Nintendo DSi™ Shop. Each of this week's new titles is a single-player affair, but they're all quite different in genre and style, offering something special for a variety of gaming tastes.

WiiWare™

Tales of Monkey Island: Chapter 2
Publisher: Telltale Games
Players: 1
ESRB Rating: E10+ (Everyone 10 and Older) - Alcohol Reference, Cartoon Violence, Mild Language, Suggestive Themes
Price: 1,000 Wii Points™
Description: Guybrush's adventures continue on the high seas as pox-plagued pirates lay siege to the innocent Mer-People. Between defending the Mer-People and dodging the persistent pirate hunter hot on his trail, Guybrush manages to catch up to his beloved wife and despised arch-nemesis, but the reunion is short-lived. Now Guybrush must focus on eradicating the Pox of LeChuck before more harm can be done. And as the Mighty Pirate draws closer to a cure, the waters will only grow murkier in this thrilling chapter of the epic saga.

3-2-1, Rattle Battle!
Publisher: Tecmo
Players: 1
ESRB Rating: E (Everyone) - Comic Mischief
Price: 500 Wii Points
Description: 3-2-1, Rattle Battle! is a party game packed with exciting mini-games. Intuitive controls mean that anyone can enjoy playing - just grab the Wii Remote™ and shake it to "rattle." Great fun for single players, but the party really gets started when you register high scores on Nintendo® Wi-Fi Connection to see how you measure up against players from around the globe.

Virtual Console™

Phantasy Star™
Original platform: SEGA Master System
Publisher: SEGA
Players: 1
ESRB Rating: E (Everyone 10 and Older) - Animated Blood, Mild Fantasy Violence
Price: 500 Wii Points
Description: Originally released on the SEGA Master System, Phantasy Star is a pioneer in the role-playing game genre. Alis is the fearless female protagonist out to avenge her brother's death at the hands of cruel dictator King Lassic. Players must guide Alis and her troops through the sprawling environments of the Agol solar system in an attempt to defeat King Lassic and liberate the people of Agol. Engage in dynamic turn-based combat with dragons, ghouls, giants and magicians by using unique weapons such as glowing daggers, crossbows and magic spells.

Nintendo DSiWare™

Puzzle League™ Express
Publisher: Nintendo
Players: 1
ESRB Rating: E (Everyone)
Price: 500 Nintendo DSi Points™
Description: The ever-popular Puzzle League comes to Nintendo DSiWare. As it is with all good puzzlers, the concept is simple: Connect blocks of the same color to clear them from the screen and prevent your stack from becoming too high. There are four single-player modes to choose from: Endless (survive to earn a top score), Clear (eliminate all blocks above the line), Score Attack (score as high as possible in two minutes) and Vs. COM (use items and combos to attack a computer opponent). You can choose from a variety of background music to help get you in the zone, and even play in horizontal or vertical mode by holding the Nintendo DSi system normally or like a book. Whichever way you play, you're guaranteed maximum fun.

Nintendo adds new titles to the Nintendo DSi Shop and the Wii Shop Channel at 9 a.m. Pacific time on Mondays. Users with broadband Internet access can redeem Wii Points or Nintendo DSi Points to download the games. Wii Points can be purchased in the Wii Shop Channel. Nintendo DSi Points can be purchased in the Nintendo DSi Shop. A Nintendo Points Card™ can be purchased at retail locations. All points from one Nintendo Points Card must be redeemed in either the Nintendo DSi Shop or the Wii Shop Channel. They are not transferable and cannot be divided between the two systems.

Remember that both Wii and Nintendo DSi feature parental controls that let adults manage the content their children can access. For more information about this and other features, visitWii.com or NintendoDSi.com.

Grand Theft Auto IV: Episodes From Liberty City Box Art Revealed.


RockStar have revealed the Boxart for their upcoming Grand Theft Auto IV: Episodes From Liberty City boxset. The pictures show scenes and characters from both the Lost and Dammed and The Ballad Of Gay Tony DLC Episodes for Grand theft Auto IV. you can click on the picture to see it much bigger.


RockStar Announce Beaterator Is Coming To iPhone And iPod Touch. Also Trailer And Timberland Interview

RockStar have announced that Beaterator is now coming to both iPhone's an iPod Touches, as well as the already announced PSP release. No more information about iPhone/iPod Touch ports was made available.

Game Trailer


Timberland Gameplay And Interview


Press Release

NEW YORK --(Business Wire)-- Aug 31, 2009 Rockstar Games, a publishing label of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO), is proud to announce that Rockstar Games and Timbaland present Beaterator will be coming to the iPhone™ and iPod® touch this fall. Developed by Rockstar Leeds, the studio behind Grand Theft Auto: Chinatown Wars, Grand Theft Auto: Liberty City Stories, and Grand Theft Auto: Vice City Stories, Beaterator is a portable music-making application that allows people of all musical backgrounds and ability to create world-class beats and songs.

"The simple, pick-up-and-play nature of Beaterator lends itself so well to the Apple platforms," said Sam Houser, Founder of Rockstar Games. "We are happy to deliver an application that allows for such unprecedented sharing and ease-of-use."

Previously announced for the PlayStation®Portable system, Beaterator features thousands of loops and sounds made by both Timbaland and Rockstar, and puts the power to make professional-level music at your fingertips in a format that's portable, accessible and fun.

For more information, log onto www.rockstargames.com/beaterator.

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