EA Announce That Battlefield Heroes has 2 Million Registered Players And Heroes Of The Fall Update

EA Has announced that their free to play online PC game, Battlefield Heroes, now has 2 million registered users. in celebration of this milestone, EA have also announced that on September 30th, They will release a free update to the game called Heroes Of The Fall.
Heroes Of The Fall brings to the game a new map. it will be a infantry focuses map, set in a village in autumn. the village has bridges, alleyways and channels that can be used to sneak on the enemy. the update also brings other upgrades to the game including upgrades to the Gunner class and improvements to the friends system.

Press Release

STOCKHOLM --(Business Wire)-- Sep 25, 2009 Soldiers, we salute you! Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ:ERTS) today announced that Battlefield Heroes™, the hit Play4Free third-person shooter has recruited two million registered players. With endless hours of signature Battlefield sandbox action, Battlefield Heroes is EA’s latest web-based free to download, free to play title which generates revenue through advertising and in-game item sales. To celebrate this milestone, on September 30, EA will release a free ‘Heroes of the Fall’ update for the game, including a brand new map.

Set against the backdrop of autumn colors, the new map will be infantry-focused and set in a village with dozens of intersecting canals. Intense battles will play out on the bridges and crossings, while sneaky players can use the alleyways and channels to move unnoticed for sudden flanking maneuvers and rear-guard actions.

Starting today, EA is accepting proposed names for the new map at http://www.battlefieldheroes.com. Players can submit a proposed name for the soon-to-be released map, and that name may be selected by the Battlefield Heroes development team.

“Along with this new map, ‘Heroes of the Fall’ includes a slew of changes including upgrades of the Gunner class and improvements to the friends system,” said Ben Cousins, General Manager, Battlefield Heroes team. “We’ve also added a brand new ranking system for the game – players can earn cool new titles for their heroes as they play – showing everyone on the battlefield how dedicated they are.”

Battlefield Heroes is offered completely for free*. With its fun cartoon-style graphics, customized matchmaking and non-stop action, the game caters to players of all skill levels.

Players can quickly download and easily launch the game from http://www.battlefieldheroes.com. Before going into battle, gamers can create a number of personalized characters. Battlefield Heroes features a non-traditional third-person camera view so players can admire their one-of-a-kind hero while taking out the enemy. Character customisation items are available for Valor Points (points earned by playing the game) or with Battlefunds (a fictional currency bought with a credit card, PayPal or other methods) so players can update or change their hero’s style at any time.

Battlefield Heroes is rated “T” by the ESRB and “16+” by PEGI. For more information on the game, please visit www.battlefieldheroes.com or www.ea.com. Or follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/bfheroes.

*Internet connection required.

About Electronic Arts
Electronic Arts Inc. (EA), headquartered in Redwood City, California, is a leading global interactive entertainment software company. Founded in 1982, the Company develops, publishes, and distributes interactive software worldwide for video game systems, personal computers, wireless devices and the Internet. Electronic Arts markets its products under four brand names: EATM, EA SPORTSTM, EA MobileTM and POGOTM. In fiscal 2009, EA posted GAAP net revenue of $4.2 billion and had 31 titles that sold more than one million copies. EA's homepage and online game site is www.ea.com. More information about EA's products and full text of press releases can be found on the Internet at http://info.ea.com.

EA, EA SPORTS, EA Mobile and POGO are trademarks or registered trademarks of Electronic Arts Inc. in the U.S. and/or other countries. Battlefield Heroes is a trademark or registered trademark of EA Digital Illusions CE AB. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

Nintendo Announce A Limited Edition Wii Sports Resort With 2 Wii Motion Plus

Nintendo has announced, that while Stocks last, they will be releasing a limited edition Wii Sports Resort bundle that will come with 2 Wii Motion Plus Accessories. The new bundle has a suggested retail price of $59.99.

Press Release

REDMOND, Wash. --(Business Wire)-- Sep 24, 2009 Wii Sports Resort™ is all about getting multiple people involved in friendly sporting competitions. Starting Oct. 12, consumers will have even more incentive to get in on the fun when Nintendo releases a special, limited-edition bundle of the Wii Sports Resort game and not one but two Wii MotionPlus™ accessories, which bring enhanced precision to games.

The bundle will be available at a suggested retail price of $59.99. Typically, Wii Sports Resort comes with a single Wii MotionPlus unit at a suggested retail price of $49.99, and additional Wii MotionPlus units are available at a suggested retail price of $19.99.

“Shoppers are looking for value as we head into the holiday season, and this Wii Sports Resort bundle is a gift that players of all ages and experience levels can enjoy,” said Cammie Dunaway, Nintendo of America’s executive vice president of Sales & Marketing. “Best of all, it instantly gets multiple members of the household engaged in playing as soon as the package is opened.”

The new bundle will be available while supplies last at most major retailers.

Through the end of August, Wii Sports Resort has already sold more than 1.25 million units in the United States alone, according to the NPD Group. Nearly 2.9 million Wii MotionPlus accessories are in the hands of the public. That includes all those sold with Wii Sports Resort, standalone sales of 1.36 million and an additional 257,000 bundled with Tiger Woods PGA TOUR® 10.

For more information about Nintendo, please visit www.Nintendo.com.

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• QTE Blog: Re-Cap of Yesterdays News (oldest to newest) http://ow.ly/15QOUU

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

• PS3: Sony Motion Controller coming Spring 2010. picture in link. Sony say it'll meet requirements of hardcore players. http://ow.ly/qQQp

• PS3: there will be 15 first party motion controller games at its launch. 5 games will be patched for it. http://ow.ly/qQR3

• PS3: A New Resident Evil 5 is coming in Spring. it will use the motion controller. http://ow.ly/qQRX

• PS3: Sony Japan announce a limited Final Fantasy XIII PS3 Bundle. it has a white 250 gb Lightning emblazoned PS3 + game. http://ow.ly/qQSi

• PS3: Sony announce that Gran Turismo 5 is coming out in march 2010 in Japan. http://ow.ly/qQSI

• PSPgo: Song has revealed the PSP converter for the PSPgo, it'll enable camera/GPS/1-seg tuner to be used on the PSPgo. http://ow.ly/qQTr

• PS3: Trailer For The Last Guardian has Fumito Ueda talking indepth about his game, about various things, + new footage http://ow.ly/qQUU

• PS3: new trailer for Final Fantasy XIV has been released showing in game cutscenes, music, and some story http://ow.ly/qQX0

• PS3: PS1 Game Final Fantasy VIII Has been released on the Japanese PSN. no word on its release else where. http://ow.ly/qQXA

• Gran Turismo 5 is 65% complete. Final Fantasy XIII is 90%, Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker: 50%, God of War III: 60% + more http://ow.ly/qRQZ

• PS3: The PSN Has 29 Million Registered Users. Little Big Planet has 2 Million User created levels. http://ow.ly/qRS3

• PS3: European Video Store is set to go live in November. http://ow.ly/qRT3

• Sony is teasing a mysterious Box at the Tokyo Game Show. its being shown along with the PSP stuff. http://ow.ly/qRTP

• UK retailer GAME have announced that its used games revenues have risen 12.3%, making up 25.7% of total sales. http://ow.ly/qSfs

• PSPgo: Kotaku have some pictures of PSPgo Accessories. http://ow.ly/qSFM

• PSP: Sony has cut the price of the PSP 3000 in Japan by 15%. it'll now cost ¥16,800, around $185. http://ow.ly/qSO6

• QTE Blog: Nintendo Announce A $50 Nintendo Wii Price Drop, And A Release Date For New Super Mario Bros. http://ow.ly/15QQ33

• PSP: The PSP Comic service has support from all major Japanese publishers. it will start in Japan in December. http://ow.ly/qSQG

• 360: Microsoft has risen the Xbox Live Arcade size cap. it initially was 50mb, but now is 2 GB. it can't go higher. http://ow.ly/qSSu

• PSP: Sony announce Playstation Room. similar to Home. it features blog, album, group gathering, chat support, 3D Avatars http://ow.ly/qTvB

• PC: Assassins Creed 2 has been delayed until 1st quarter 2010. this is to give the devs more time to deliver quality. http://ow.ly/qUjQ

• Mac: Bioshock is coming out October 7th. it will retail for $49.95, £34.99. the system specs are in the link http://ow.ly/qUlc

• 360: The Joyride community unlock a track in the game when the experience level of all its users reaches a certain level. http://ow.ly/qUry

• QTE Blog: Microsoft Has Released Screenshots For The Upcoming Xbox Live Arcade Game, 0 Days. http://ow.ly/15QRSR

• QTE Blog: Microsoft Has Released New Screenshots For The Upcoming Free To Play Joyride Game. http://ow.ly/15QRSS

• QTE Blog: UK PSN Update 24/09/09 http://ow.ly/15QRST

• The FIFA Team are working towards offering players the chance to play replays of action from TV Football Matches. http://ow.ly/qUFo

• PS3: Undersiege has been delayed until spring 2010 to make use of the Motion Controller. they will also add new features. http://ow.ly/qUZI

• PSP: RT @ryanodonnell: Download the Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker TGS demo now: http://bit.ly/5XTje Maybe I'll have to do that.

• QTE Blog: Microsoft Has Released Screenshots Of The Last FM Service On The Xbox 360 http://ow.ly/15QU0A

• QTE Blog: Microsoft Has Released Screenshots For The New Zune Video Market Place On The Xbox 360 http://ow.ly/15QUz1

• DSi: Assassins Creed II Discovery will have DSi only features, the game will still play on normal DS. http://ow.ly/qX6M

• 360: Halo 3 ODST Players have been reporting Disc Errors with the game. Halo 3 multiplayer disc seems unaffected http://ow.ly/qX7k

• QTE Blog: Microsoft Has Released New Screenshots And A Trailer For Crackdown 2 http://ow.ly/15QV32

• PS3: Australia is getting 250gb PS3 Slim Bundles, Uncharted 2, Singstar Mowtown, EyePet, Ratchet & Clank A Crack in Time http://ow.ly/qX80

• PS3: A Possible Boxart For The Japanese Version of Final Fantasy XIII Has been spotted next to the Limited FF XIII PS3 http://ow.ly/qXas

• PS3: Koei has announced that the once PC exclusive, Dynasty Warriors Online, is coming to the PS3 in 2010. http://ow.ly/qXbd

• PS3: Its rumoured that cross game voice chat is coming in firmware 3.10 in October. http://ow.ly/qXbw

• QTE Blog: Rockstar Has Released A New Trailer For Grand Theft Auto IV: The Ballad Of Gay Tony http://ow.ly/15QVB7

• QTE Blog: Sony Announce That The Playstation 3 Slim Has Sold 1 Million Units In 3 Weeks http://ow.ly/15QVB8

• QTE Blog: New Screenshots For Alan Wake And A Fact Sheet For The Game http://ow.ly/15QVZv

New Screenshots For Alan Wake And A Fact Sheet For The Game

Microsoft has released new screenshots and a fact sheet for their upcoming Xbox 360 game, Alan Wake. the screenshots may or maynot be in game, but they do show themes and situations that should be in the final game.

Alan Wake


Fact Sheet

“Alan Wake”
Fact Sheet
September 2009
Title: “Alan Wake”

Publisher: Microsoft Game Studios

Developer: Remedy Entertainment Ltd.

Format: DVD for the Xbox 360™ video game and entertainment system

ESRB Rating: Rating Pending

Pricing: $59.99

Availability: Spring 2010

Product Overview:
Bringing a new style of storytelling to Xbox 360, “Alan Wake” is a psychological action thriller from Remedy, the renowned developers of the successful “Max Payne” series. In this dynamic new title exclusively for Xbox 360, players assume the role of Alan Wake, a best-selling suspense author suffering from writer’s block, who escapes to a small town only to experience the mysterious disappearance of his wife.

Set in the deceptively idyllic town of Bright Falls, Wash., “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 mission-based with a deeply engaging and suspenseful storyline unveiling new twists and profound character revelations at every turn.

Players will unravel the riveting plot through multilayered character interactions, unique problem-solving and intense combat against terrifying enemies. In this nightmarish world, where fantasy and reality collide, Alan Wake must use a variety of weapons to survive, including his most powerful ally against the darkness — light itself.

Features:
Intense psychological thriller. “Alan Wake” delivers a deeply psychological and finely crafted plot that raises the bar for storytelling in video games. The riveting story of “Alan Wake” is propelled by a movie-like atmosphere, compelling situations, memorable characters and real-time pacing. Remedy has a record of creating and developing games with unique cinematic presentation and exceptionally high production values.

Light as a combat element. As Wake journeys deeper into the mystery of Bright Falls, the shadows close in around him. When darkness descends, light becomes his only ally as he fights his way to daybreak. . This poses a severe problem for Alan Wake since his enemies seemingly gain strength from the shadows, and before long, light itself becomes his greatest ally. Players must skillfully combine their use of light with more conventional weapons to stand a chance.

Realistic, interactive environment. Set in the town of Bright Falls, the hyper-detailed environments of the Pacific Northwest play an important role; even the change in daylight and weather will profoundly affect the characters and enemies in “Alan Wake.” The game’s advanced rendering engine provides amazingly realistic environments that bring this world to detailed life — from the lush forest of evergreen trees to the quaint small-town buildings and streets. The world of “Alan Wake” is alive and real.

Episodic narrative. The mission-based structure of “Alan Wake” creates an episodic narrative similar to a deeply structured dramatic television series, such as Twin Peak and X-Files. As the episodes progress, gameplay will evolve to introduce new elements and characters, escalating the level of threat and action in the game.
Developer

Information:
Remedy Entertainment is a privately held developer of cinematic action games and franchises. Remedy is based in Espoo, Finland, and has developed critically acclaimed and top-selling action games. Additional information can be obtained through Remedy’s Web site at http://www.remedygames.com.

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The information contained in this fact sheet relates to a pre-release product that may be substantially modified before its first commercial release. Accordingly, the information may not accurately describe or reflect the product when it is first commercially released. This fact sheet is provided for informational purposes only, and Microsoft makes no warranties, express or implied, with respect to the fact sheet or the information contained in it.

Sony Announce That The Playstation 3 Slim Has Sold 1 Million Units In 3 Weeks

Sony has announced that the Playstation 3 Slim has sold 1 million units in just 3 weeks of being on sale. they do say that this figure is based on SCEI’s estimation.

Press Release

Tokyo, September 24, 2009 – Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. today announced that retail sales of its new PlayStation®3 (PS3®) (CECH-2000A) computer entertainment system achieved a total of 1 million units*1 worldwide in the 3 weeks since its launch on September 1, 2009 *2. The expansion of the PS3 platform is being accelerated along with the introduction of more and more new and exciting software titles as well as the enhancement of PlayStation®Network.

While maintaining cutting-edge features and functions, such as the ability to enjoy high quality interactive entertainment content including Blu-ray Disc™ games and movies as well as various content and services downloadable through PlayStation Network, the new PS3 is available at a highly attractive recommended retail price of 29,980 yen (including tax), US$299 and €299, with an extremely streamlined form factor and a pre-installed 120GB Hard Disk Drive. Furthermore, the reduction of power consumption and fan noise as well as the casual appearance have also become drivers in attracting a larger and broader range of users.

Along with the vast line-up of attractive and exciting entertainment content to be released this holiday season from third-party game developers and publishers as well as from SCE Worldwide Studios, SCE will continue to further expand the PS3 platform and create a new world of computer entertainment.

*1 The number is based on SCEI’s estimation.
*2 The new PS3 became available in stores on September 1, 2009, in North America, Europe/ PAL territories, Asian countries and regions, and in Japan on September 3, 2009.

About Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.
Recognized as the global leader and company responsible for the progression of consumer-based computer entertainment, Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. (SCEI) manufactures, distributes and markets the PlayStation® game console, the PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system, the PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) handheld entertainment system and the PlayStation®3 (PS3®) system. PlayStation has revolutionized home entertainment by introducing advanced 3D graphic processing, and PlayStation 2 further enhances the PlayStation legacy as the core of home networked entertainment. PSP is an innovative handheld entertainment system that allows users to enjoy 3D games, with high-quality full-motion video, and high-fidelity stereo audio. PS3 is an advanced computer system, incorporating the state-of-the-art Cell processor with super computer-like power. SCEI, along with its subsidiary divisions Sony Computer Entertainment America Inc., Sony Computer Entertainment Europe Ltd., and Sony Computer Entertainment Korea Inc. develops, publishes, markets and distributes software, and manages the third party licensing programs for these platforms in the respective markets worldwide. Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, SCEI is an independent business unit of the Sony Group.

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Rockstar Has Released A New Trailer For Grand Theft Auto IV: The Ballad Of Gay Tony

Rockstar has released a new trailer for Grand Theft Auto IV: The Ballad Of Gay Tony. this trailer focuses on a character in the game called Yusuf Amir. the trailer is all in game and shows some new locations as well as some action in the game.