Thursday, October 22, 2009

EA Has Released New Screenshots For The Saboteur

EA Has released new screenshots for The Saboteur. these screenshots appear to be in-game and show the main character taking care of some Nazi soldiers and another character in the game.

The Saboteur



THQ Announces Metro 2033 For PC And Xbox 360

THQ Have announced that metro 2033 is coming to PC's and Xbox 360 in early 2010. the game is based on the Novel by Dmitry Glukhovsky, titled Metro 2033.
The game is set in a post apocalyptic Moscow, 2033. the world was devastated by an apocalyptic even on 2013, nearly all of mankind was killed. this group of survivors lived underground, in the Moscow Metro, but outside there were mutants. something happens, and it becomes your mission to warn the remnants of mankind of a threat.

A trailer for the game can be found at the games website, www.metro2033game.com , or at the games Facebook page, http://www.facebook.com/pages/Metro-2033/150510027767 .



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Press Release

AGOURA HILLS, Calif. --(Business Wire)-- Oct 22, 2009 THQ Inc. (NASDAQ: THQI) today announced Metro 2033TM, a new first person shooter for Xbox 360® and PC based on the best-selling Russian novel of the same name by Dmitry Glukhovsky. Developed by Ukrainian studio 4A Games, and built with the cutting edge, proprietary 4A Game Engine, Metro 2033 is set to deliver a gripping, atmospheric experience. The PC version supports NVIDIA® PhysX® technology to enhance the incredibly realistic worlds and provide even more immersive gameplay. Metro 2033 is scheduled for release in early 2010, and the first trailer is available to view on the official website at www.Metro2033Game.com.

"Metro 2033 will plunge gamers into a terrifying vision of the future," said Richard Williams, vice president of global brand management, THQ. "4A Games have worked closely with Dmitry Glukhovsky to deliver a unique game world, a compelling, cinematic story and an incredible, atmospheric experience to rival anything in the category."

“Metro 2033 boasts some of the most advanced graphics and PhysX effects we’ve ever seen,” said Ujesh Desai, vice president of GPU business at NVIDIA. “From what we’ve seen so far, this will be a showcase PC gaming title for 2010!”

About Metro 2033
Set in the shattered subway of a post apocalyptic Moscow, Metro 2033 is a story of intensive underground survival where the fate of mankind rests in your hands.

In 2013 the world was devastated by an apocalyptic event, annihilating almost all mankind and turning the earth’s surface into a poisonous wasteland. A handful of survivors took refuge in the depths of the Moscow underground, and human civilization entered a new Dark Age.

The year is 2033. An entire generation has been born and raised underground, and their besieged Metro Station-Cities struggle for survival, with each other, and the mutant horrors that await outside.

You are Artyom, born in the last days before the fire, but raised Underground. Having never ventured beyond your Metro Station-City limits, one fateful event sparks a desperate mission to the heart of the Metro system, to warn the remnants of mankind of a terrible impending threat. Your journey takes you from the forgotten catacombs beneath the subway to the desolate wastelands above, where your actions will determine the fate of mankind.

About Dmitry Glukhovsky
Dmitry Glukhovsky, (born 12th June 1979) is a Russian author and journalist.
Glukhovsky’s first novel, Metro 2033, was originally made freely available via his own website in 2002 and quickly became a cult classic, attracting thousands of readers. A publishing deal followed, and Metro 2033 was eventually released in hard copy in 2005. It has since sold 450,000 copies in Russia, whilst online readers have topped 2 million. The rights have been sold to more than 20 countries, including Germany where the book has already been released to critical acclaim; and the UK, where it goes on sale later this year. Metro 2033 the game has been in development at 4A Games for just over two years, and the film rights are currently in negotiation with a number of Hollywood studios.

As a journalist, Dmitry Glukhovsky has worked for EuroNews TV in France, Deutsche Welle, and the Russian Television station, RTtv. He writes columns for Harper’s Bazaar, l’Officiel and Playboy.
Glukhovsky has lived in Israel, Germany and France and speaks English, French, German, Hebrew and Spanish apart of his native Russian.

About THQ
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.

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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 Metro 2033 video game, 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, 2009, 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.

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

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Re-Cap of Yesterdays News (oldest to newest)

  • QTE Blog: Re-Cap of Yesterdays News (oldest to newest) http://ow.ly/15WgI3

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

  • PopCap have filed a trademark for Yetitrain. no word what it is. http://ow.ly/vFWS

  • Capcom are adding Resident Evil 5, Street Fighter 4 soundtracks and Resident Evil compilation to their music store. http://ow.ly/vFY8

  • PC: Wolfenstein has been patched. 1.11 is set to fix a game crashing bug, game save bug, and securerom errors http://ow.ly/vG0N

  • PSP: Kingdom Hearts Birth By Sleep is coming out in Japan on January 9th for ¥6,090 http://ow.ly/vG3d

  • The OFLC classification have rated Ghost Recon Predator as 15+ and multi platform. it could be Ghost Recon 4. http://ow.ly/vG2z

  • Seth will be stronger in Super Street Fighter IV. all characters will be unlocked from the start of the game. http://ow.ly/vFZK

  • 360: The Ballad Of Gay Tony GTA IV DLC has been rated 18 by the BBFC. it has strong language, drugs and more http://ow.ly/vHfG

  • PSP: Lumines isn't available as a digital download due to issues with licensing, music, Namco..but they're looking into it http://ow.ly/vGY4

  • Wii: if you buy Wii Speak second hand, you can call Nintendo customer services and get the code needed to download WiSpeak http://ow.ly/vHhB

  • Its being reported that Transmission Games have closed. earlier this month, 28 staff had been let go http://ow.ly/vIiy

  • 2K Sports will release a big patch for NBA 2K10. it brings gameplay, presentation, online, association and general fixes http://ow.ly/vIgR

  • Borderlands Co-Op on the PS3 is being reported as having many issues. some are freezes, others are game breaking. http://ow.ly/vIkr

  • Sony has filled a patent for an unannounced hand held controller. its a round stick with buttons on the top. http://ow.ly/vIms

  • its being reported that the PS3 is outselling the Wii and 360 in Australia, but has not sold more than them yet. http://ow.ly/vInH

  • Wii: today's Wii update brings the Ambassador program to Europe + those who bought the browser now can buy a free NES game http://ow.ly/vIqG

  • RT @majornelson:Those chosen for the #XboxLIVE Preview Program will get a first look at #Halo Waypoint. We'll sneak that in for you to enjoy

  • Wii: in its first 5 days on sale, Dead Space Extraction has sold only 9.000 units in America. http://ow.ly/vKC7

  • Ubisoft have said they are experimenting with the 360 and PS3 motion controllers, could be used in existing franchises. http://ow.ly/vKDI

  • QTE Blog: Sega Has Released New Screenshots For Sonic and Sega's All Star Racing On The Nintendo Wii http://ow.ly/15WlJX

  • PS3: Tekken 6 will have a 4GB optional Install. it reduces load times from around 15 to a couple of seconds. http://ow.ly/vKFr

  • DSi: its rumoured that a DSi Speak channel is coming to the DSi and would be downloadable from the DSi store. http://ow.ly/vKH1

  • Bruce Willis has been signed up to play Kane in the upcoming Kane And Lynch movie. http://ow.ly/vIcT

  • QTE Blog: konami Have Released New Screenshots And A Trailer For The Upcoming Rocket Knight Game http://ow.ly/15Wogb

  • QTE Blog: Ubisoft Announce Assassins Creed Lineage Movie Shorts http://ow.ly/15Wogc

  • QTE Blog: EA Has Released A New Trailer For Need For Speed Shift On The Nintendo Wii http://ow.ly/vMuF

  • QTE Blog: THQ*ICE Announce Collectable Pre-Paid Cards For Dragonica Will Be Hitt American Retailers http://ow.ly/15WoY8

  • QTE Blog: EA Announce The Need For Speed Series Has Now Sold Over 100 Million Units http://ow.ly/15WoY9

  • QTE Blog: Sega Has Released New Screenshots For Sonic and Sega's All Star Racing http://ow.ly/vMvJ

  • PS3: its rumoured the Pain Devs, Idol Minds, have laid off more than half their staff. http://ow.ly/vMUA

  • Its being reported that there are shortages of Borderlands, more so on 360. stock should be refreshed by Thursday/Friday http://ow.ly/vN2N

  • 360: Microsoft have confirmed they are testing a rewards program with Xbox Live users in the USA. http://ow.ly/vN5v

  • 360: Peter Molyneux has confirmed, in a tweet, that Natal will be in Fable 3. http://ow.ly/vN64

  • PS3: Final Fantasy XIII does not need an Install. it has seamless loading, only noticeable when moving from town to field http://ow.ly/vN7p

  • 360: Tropico 3 has been delayed until early 2010. retailers have a date of 2nd February. http://ow.ly/vN8g

  • PS3: Borderlands PSN Friends List glitch reportly fixed without game update. just play as normal. http://ow.ly/vNLo

  • A facebook version of Civilzation is coming, will be called Civilzation Network. set for 2010 release. is free to play. http://ow.ly/vNMT

  • 360: Its reported that Best Buy is charging an extra $30 for 360's which they have downloaded the latest firmware onto http://ow.ly/vNNH

  • QTE Blog: Nintendo Announces The UK Connection Ambassador Program http://ow.ly/15WqGX




New Zero Punctuation - Mario & Luigi: Bowser's Inside Story

This weeks Zero Punctuation is on Mario & Luigi: Bowser's Inside Story. after some tangents along the way, the conclusion may surprise you...or for those who know him...maybe not.




Wednesday, October 21, 2009

Nintendo Announces The UK Connection Ambassador Program

http://www.nintendo.co.uk/NOE/images/news/2009/NI_WiiConnectionAmbassador.jpg

Following today's Nintendo Wii update, the Connection Ambassador Program has gone live. the program gives 500 Wii Points to the person who helps get another person and their Wii online. you can earn up to 10,000 Wii Points by helping others get their Wii Online.

If You get 10 people Online, you reach gold status, and you can download ALL Nintendo Published NES Games for free as well as 5,000 Wii Points. If 20 people are connected you obtain Platinum status, earn 10,000 Wii Points, and can download ALL NES, Super Nintendo, And Nintendo 64 games for Free.

How do I become a Connection Ambassador?

  • Enter the Wii Shop Channel

  • There is an icon on the Wii Shop Channel entitled ‘Connection Ambassador Promotion’

  • Select this icon and you will be prompted by two icons: one showing that you are the Connection Ambassador (or the Helper) and the other icon showing that you are the ‘Person Who Was Helped’

  • Select the Connection Ambassador icon

  • You will be prompted to enter the Wii Number of the person you have helped.

  • You must do this within 30 days of when the person you have helped, has registered their connectivity using your Wii Number

  • Once both parties have registered, you will have received 500 Wii Points on your Wii Shop Channel Accounts to spend in the Wii Shop Channel

What do I do if a Connection Ambassador helps me connect to the Wii Shop Channel?

  • Enter the Wii Shop Channel

  • On the Wii Shop Channel welcome page there is an icon called ‘Connection Ambassador Promotion’

  • Select this icon and you will be prompted by two icons: one showing that you are the Connection Ambassador (or the Helper) and the other icon showing that you are the ‘Person Who Was Helped’

  • Select the ‘Person Who Was Helped’ icon

  • You will be prompted to enter the Wii Number of the person who has helped you connect

  • You must do this within 30 days of accessing the Wii Shop Channel

  • You will be asked to fill in a short questionnaire

  • Once both parties have registered, you will have received 500 Wii Points on your Wii Shop Channel Accounts to spend in the Wii Shop Channel


Press Release

21 October 2009: Get connected and get rewarded in Nintendo’s new Connection Ambassador Promotion which launches today. The scheme is designed to reward loyal Nintendo fans and will give players 500 free Wii Points each when they help another person connect their Wii to the Internet.

By becoming a Connection Ambassador, players can gain up to 10,000 Wii Points by encouraging friends and family to get connected to the Internet with their Wii. Each time a friend or family member connects for the first time to the Internet with the help of the Connection Ambassador, both the Connection Ambassador and the person they helped will receive 500 Wii Points.

If you help 10 people connect to the Internet, you reach Gold status and can download ALL Nintendo-published NES games for free on Virtual Console as well as receiving a total of 5,000 Wii Points. If you connect a maximum of 20 people to the Internet, not only will you attain Platinum status, you will also receive a total of 10,000 Wii Points to spend on WiiWare games and can download ALL NES, Super Nintendo and Nintendo 64 games on Virtual Console for FREE.

How do I become a Connection Ambassador?
*Enter the Wii Shop Channel
*There is an icon on the Wii Shop Channel entitled ‘Connection Ambassador Promotion’
Select this icon and you will be prompted by two icons: one showing that you are the Connection Ambassador (or the Helper) and the other icon showing that you are the ‘Person Who Was Helped’
*Select the Connection Ambassador icon
*You will be prompted to enter the Wii Number of the person you have helped.
*You must do this within 30 days of when the person you have helped, has registered their connectivity using your Wii Number
*Once both parties have registered, you will have received 500 Wii Points on your Wii Shop

Channel Accounts to spend in the Wii Shop Channel
*What do I do if a Connection Ambassador helps me connect to the Wii Shop Channel?
*Enter the Wii Shop Channel
On the Wii Shop Channel welcome page there is an icon called ‘Connection Ambassador Promotion’
*Select this icon and you will be prompted by two icons: one showing that you are the Connection Ambassador (or the Helper) and the other icon showing that you are the ‘Person Who Was Helped’
*Select the ‘Person Who Was Helped’ icon
*You will be prompted to enter the Wii Number of the person who has helped you connect
*You must do this within 30 days of accessing the Wii Shop Channel
*You will be asked to fill in a short questionnaire
*Once both parties have registered, you will have received 500 Wii Points on your Wii Shop Channel Accounts to spend in the Wii Shop Channel

EA Announce The Need For Speed Series Has Now Sold Over 100 Million Units


EA Has announced that the Need For Speed series has sold over 100 Million units. this equates to $2.7 Billion in life to date sales.
to celebrate this, EA has released some stats that cover the franchises history from its first game in 1994 to now.


* Launched 15 blockbuster titles across more than 14 platforms

* Released in 22 languages in over 60 countries

* Players have raced over 279 billion miles of roads & race tracks

* Generated over 17 trillion user-generated vehicle customizations

* Featured actors, models & musicians including: Brooke Burke (Wild On), Christina Milian (Ghosts of Girlfriends Past), Emmanuelle Vaugier (Two and a Half Men), Josie Maran (Sports Illustrated swimsuit model and actress), Maggie Q (Mission: Impossible III), Kanye West, Yeah Yeah Yeahs and The Prodigy

* Debuted exclusive remix from Snoop Dogg of The Door’s classic song Riders on the Storm

* Sold more games than all new passenger cars sales in the U.S since 1994**

* If Need for Speed boxes were laid out end-to-end, it would span 173,609 football fields

* 100M units represents nearly every household in the United States and is 3x the population of Canada


Press Release

REDWOOD CITY, Calif. --(Business Wire)-- Oct 21, 2009 Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ:ERTS) is proud to announce today that the Need for Speed™ franchise has surpassed 100M units sold life to date.* The newest release, Need for Speed SHIFT, pushes the franchise over the 100M mark, making it the best-selling racing brand in the gaming world. Need for Speed has become a driving force for innovation in the racing genre. Known for delivering unparalleled white-knuckle racing, creative customization and street style, the Need for Speed series has generated over $2.7B in life-to-date sales and has become a powerful pop culture phenomenon.

“Few videogame franchises ever reach the 100M units mark, so this is a huge honor. We have millions of fans to thank for driving us to this milestone,” said Frank Gibeau, president, EA Games Label. “With the launch of Need for Speed SHIFTand the upcoming release of Need for Speed NITRO, we hope to continue to deliver the most entertaining, action-packed racing experiences.”
Since the release of Need for Speed in 1994, the franchise has…

  • Launched 15 blockbuster titles across more than 14 platforms
  • Released in 22 languages in over 60 countries
  • Players have raced over 279 billion miles of roads & race tracks
  • Generated over 17 trillion user-generated vehicle customizations
  • Featured actors, models & musicians including: Brooke Burke (Wild On), Christina Milian (Ghosts of Girlfriends Past), Emmanuelle Vaugier (Two and a Half Men), Josie Maran (Sports Illustrated swimsuit model and actress), Maggie Q (Mission: Impossible III), Kanye West, Yeah Yeah Yeahs and The Prodigy
  • Debuted exclusive remix from Snoop Dogg of The Door’s classic song Riders on the Storm
  • Sold more games than all new passenger cars sales in the U.S since 1994**
  • If Need for Speed boxes were laid out end-to-end, it would span 173,609 football fields
  • 100M units represents nearly every household in the United States and is 3x the population of Canada

This year, there are three titles being launched under the Need for Speed franchise. Need for Speed SHIFT delivers a true driver’s experience and has been heralded by press worldwide for being the most exciting and polished Need for Speedgame in years. SHIFT is available on the PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system, Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system, PC, and PlayStation®Portable system. Shipping in November, Need for Speed NITRO has been developed specifically for the Wii™ and Nintendo DS to capture the fun and exhilaration of arcade racing at 200 MPH. Need for Speed World Online for the PC is the largest open world game in the history of Need for Speed, with an extensive roster of licensed cars and game modes – all for free online. The game follows the free to play business model which generates revenue through advertising and in-game item sales. World Online will begin the beta process in Taiwan this winter and will open to players around the world in fall 2010.

More information about the Need for Speed franchise can be found at www.needforspeed.com, or follow us on Twitter at NeedforSpeed. Press can download assets at http://info.ea.com.

*According to internal EA data

**93.8 Million according to Bureau of Transportation Statistics

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: EA SPORTSTM, EATM, EA Mobile TM 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, POGO and Need for Speed are trademarks or registered trademarks of Electronic Arts Inc. in the U.S. and/or other countries. The names, designs, and logos of all products are the property of their respective owners and used by permission. Microsoft, Xbox and Xbox 360 are trademarks of the Microsoft group of companies. "PlayStation" and “PSP” are registered trademarks of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. Wii and Nintendo DS are trademarks of Nintendo. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.