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Re-Cap of Yesterdays News (oldest to newest)

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• 360: Halo Reach Hands on - Joystiq http://ow.ly/1BbQD, Eurogamer http://ow.ly/1BbRh, VG247 http://ow.ly/1BbRR, 1UP http://ow.ly/1BbTb

• 360: Bungie expects the Halo Reach beta to be the biggest Console beta with 3 million players when it starts http://ow.ly/1BbW2

• 360: Its rumoured Microsoft will launch a TV Station on Xbox Live but will rise Xbox Live membership prices to pay for it http://ow.ly/1Bc49

• Gamestop has a listing for Lego Harry Potter Collectors Edition, comes with behind the scenes of the game + movie + more http://ow.ly/1Bc6V

• PC: Valve announce The Steam Beta closes this week, All Steam Clients will be updated on Monday to the Beta UI http://ow.ly/1BccW

• PSP: Metal Gear Solid Peace Walker has been reviewed by Famitsu and given 40/40 http://ow.ly/1BcdJ

• PSP: The Next Yakuza game has been revealed as coming out on the PSP, stars new character called Tatsuya Ukyo http://ow.ly/1Bcfk

• The Starcraft II Beta Is coming to Mac's next week, PC version is getting "Galaxy Editor" by end of the week http://ow.ly/1Bcjl

• GAME have announced they are closing 127 UK Stores over the next 3 and a half years. profits have fallen 28% http://ow.ly/1Bcmz

• QTE Blog: EA Have Released New Screenshots For RISK Factions http://ow.ly/1789Ej

• PC: Blizzard have banned 320K cheaters from Warcraft III and Diablo II http://ow.ly/1Bcqg

• Warner Bros. have acquired Turbine, the devs behind Lord of The Rings Online and Dungeons & Dragons Online. http://ow.ly/1BjqF

• QTE Blog: New Zero Punctuation - Just Cause 2 http://ow.ly/178bu1

• QTE Blog: EA Announce Lord of Ultima, A Free Browser Based Strategy Game, Is Out Now http://ow.ly/178bu0

• Android: its reported that the Android 2.1 update for the HTC Hero is not coming out until June at the earliest. http://ow.ly/1BkWo

• 360: its rumoured that Halo Reach will have 3 retail versions, Standard, Limited, and Legendary editions http://ow.ly/1Bl8l

• QTE Blog: Microsoft Reveal The 28th April Game Room Update http://ow.ly/178eD2

• QTE Blog: Microsoft Reveal Upcoming Titles Coming To Games on Demand http://ow.ly/178eD1

• Square Enix have filed a trademark for Chocobo's Crystal Tower in Europe. no platforms were listed. http://ow.ly/1Bl9B

• HMV UK have a listing for James Bond: Bloodstone, a Driving/Racing game for Wii, PS3, and 360 http://ow.ly/1BlaI

• QTE Blog: EA Announce The FIFA Interactive World Cup Final Is On 1st May http://ow.ly/178g9W

• Ryozo Tsujimoto and Kaname Fujioka cannot attend the Monster Hunter Tri London Launch http://ow.ly/1Bldj

• The GameCity special guest, Sam Lake, cannot make it to the Nottingham event due to the Eyjafjallajökull volcano http://ow.ly/1Blgy

• QTE Blog: Sony Online Entertainment Announce The New Theme Song For Free Realms Is "It's Your World" By The Dares http://ow.ly/178i4l

• Its rumoured the next Silent Hill Game, from Vatra, is going to be a first person shooter. http://ow.ly/1Boec

• PC: Audio files have been found hinting that the next Mass Effect 2 DLC could be for Liara T'soni. http://ow.ly/1Bogw

• QTE Blog: Nintendo Have Released New Screenshots And A Trailer For Super Mario Galaxy 2 http://ow.ly/178jVK

• QTE Blog: THQ Have Released A New Tutorial For UFC Undisputed 2010 Focusing On The Games Career Mode http://ow.ly/1Bok9

• Trine was updated Via steam over the weekend, it brought a new level to the game and fixes. PS3 version maynot get it http://ow.ly/1Bs7K

• QTE Blog: Sony Have Released A New Kevin Butler Advert For ModNation Racers http://ow.ly/178lIx

• the Guinness Book of World Records Says Modern Warfare 2 had the "Most Successful Entertainment Launch of All-Time." http://ow.ly/1Bs8y

• PS3: its reported that Final Fight Double Impact needs a PSN Connection to be played. http://ow.ly/1Bt0a

• Its reported that EA have held of revealing Bulletstorm due to the Eyjafjallajokull eruption and travel chaos http://ow.ly/1Bt0D

• Wii: Sega President, Mike Hayes, says comments from one of its studios regarding the Wii market was “erroneous” http://ow.ly/1Bt0P

Sony Have Released A New Kevin Butler Advert For ModNation Racers

Sony have announced that the next Kevin Butler, VP of Inspiration & Perspiration, advert is for ModNation Racers and that it'll be shown in the USA on 28th April during South Parks season finale.



From USA Playstation Blog

Nintendo Have Released New Screenshots And A Trailer For Super Mario Galaxy 2

Nintendo have released a new trailer and screenshots for Super Mario Galaxy 2. the screenshots and trailer show off the new Cloud suit power up, 2 Player Co-op, and Super Mario galaxy 2 version of Super Guide.

The Trailer reveals that the 2nd player does more than just collect stars, the 2nd player, who controls a Luma, is able to interact with object in the environment like grabbing a oxygen bubble whilst under water and giving it to Mario. It also appears that if your having issues with trying to complete a level, a spiritual version of Rosalina can take control and navigate you to the star. The trailer also shows the Cloud Suit in action, revealing that you have 3 small clouds following you which you can use as platforms.



Screenshots

Sony Online Entertainment Announce The New Theme Song For Free Realms Is "It's Your World" By The Dares

Sony Online Entertainment have announced that the new official theme song for Free Realms is "“It’s Your World,” by The Dares. Sony Online Entertainment have released this behinds the scenes video from the filming of the music video for “It’s Your World”, whilst you can head here to view the finished video.



Press Release

WHAT: Sony Online Entertainment LLC (SOE) unveils the official music video for the “It’s Your World,” theme song for free-to-play, family-friendly hit online video game Free Realms™, as recorded by Jive recording artist, The Dares, on AOL.com today.

The music video, directed by Todd Angkasuwan, stars The Dares, a Southern California pop/rock trio and combines live performance and in-game action to tell the story of two teens who become acquainted in real life after befriending each other as their Free Realms avatars. The video can now be viewed exclusively on AOL.com at:
http://www.jsyk.com/2010/04/21/exclusive-video-premiere-the-dares-its-your-world/

SOE handpicked The Dares to record the Free Realms theme song because of the group’s charisma, talent and interest in convergence of their music with the expanding medium of video games. “It’s Your World” was conceived and composed exclusively for Free Realms by Robbie Nevil and Matthew Gerrard.

SOE also produced a behind the scenes video of The Dares video shoot, including commentary from the director and the band members, Ben and Matt Peterson and Martin Lascano.

WHEN: The “It’s Your World” video is now live on AOL.com at:
http://www.jsyk.com/2010/04/21/exclusive-video-premiere-the-dares-its-your-world/

For more information about The Dares, visit www.TheDares.com
For more information about Free Realms, visit www.FreeRealms.com

About Sony Online Entertainment
Sony Online Entertainment LLC (SOE) is a recognized worldwide leader in massively multiplayer online games, with hundreds of thousands of subscribers around the globe. SOE creates, develops and provides compelling entertainment for the personal computer, online, game console and wireless markets. Known for its blockbuster franchises and hit titles including EverQuest®, EverQuest® II, Champions of Norrath®, Untold Legends™, PlanetSide®, and Star Wars Galaxies, as well as the recent kids’ phenomenon Free Realms™, SOE continues to redefine the business of online gaming and the creation of active player communities while introducing new genres on various entertainment platforms. Headquartered in San Diego, CA, with additional development studios in Austin, TX, Seattle, WA, Denver, CO, and Tucson, AZ, SOE has an array of cutting-edge games in development across various platforms and genres for audiences of all ages.

SOE, the SOE logo, EverQuest and PlanetSide are registered trademarks and Untold Legends and Legends of Norrath are trademarks of Sony Online Entertainment LLC. All other trademarks and trade names are properties of their respective owners.

EA Announce The FIFA Interactive World Cup Final Is On 1st May

EA Have announced that the FIFA Interactive World Cup final is on 1st May and is being held at Port Olympic, Barcelona. 775,000 people took part in the worlds biggest virtual football event, before the final 32 players from 22 countries remained to take part in the final in Barcelona. The current champion, Bruce Grannec, and the 2008 champion, Alfonso Ramos, have both made it to the final. The Winner receives $20,000 and an invitation to attend the FIFA World Player Gala 2010 in Zurich.

As well as the FIFA Interactive World Cup Final, spectators will be able to play EA and Playstation games, test their FIFA Beach Soccer skills, and enjoy the DJ Set from Groove Armada's Andy Cato. Admission is free to the public, the interactive areas open at midday whilst the tournament kicks off at 1PM. the final match is scheduled to a 5:30PM start.

Press Release

Guildford, UK., Switzerland, 21 April 2010: With over 775,000 people having taken part, the world’s biggest virtual football event, the FIFA Interactive World Cup (FIWC), is set to reach its dramatic climax at the Grand Final in Port Olympic, Barcelona on 1st May. Following months of heated online competition and qualifying events around the world, just 32 players from 22 countries remain. The finalists will go head-to-head in Barcelona with EA SPORTS™ FIFA 10 on the PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system for the title of FIFA Interactive World Champion 2010. Hoping to defend his crown is reigning champion Bruce Grannec from France, who is facing an incredibly strong field including a number of previous Grand Finalists such as FIWC 2008 winner Alfonso Ramos.

Spectators at the Grand Final on 1st May will enjoy an action packed day of football, gaming and top music action in a fantastic party atmosphere. In addition to watching the FIFA Interactive World Cup Grand Final unfold live, they can check out all the latest EA and PlayStation games in the interactive arenas and test their real-life football skills at the FIFA beach soccer clinic with Spain’s beach soccer star Amarelle. There will also be exclusive live DJ set from Groove Armada’s Andy Cato.

The 2010 Grand Final winner will receive a cheque for $20,000 along with an invitation to join the world’s elite football talent at the FIFA World Player Gala 2010 in Zurich to receive their official FIWC champion’s award. The 2010 runner up will receive $5,000 whilst 3rd place will receive $1,000.

“I am delighted to see the huge interest of fans from all over the world in this event, which keeps growing every year”, said FIFA Executive Committee member Chuck Blazer, who will attend the Grand Final in Barcelona. “I enjoyed last year’s final very much and I am looking forward to watching the best interactive players in the world face off once again to be crowned the FIFA Interactive World Champion of 2010”, he added.

“With over 775,000 participants we have set a new record for the FIWC 2010 which will culminate in the exciting Grand Final in Barcelona. This amazing number of gamers highlights the importance of the FIWC for football fans worldwide,” said Jon Rosenblatt, Senior Marketing Director Europe EA SPORTS. “FIFA 10 has proven to be the best football video game ever and it’s great to see so many players from all over the world competing on the PlayStation Network and in the Live Qualifiers to become the FIWC 2010 Champion on May 1st.”

“The FIFA Interactive World Cup continues to go from strength to strength, growing each year at an enormous rate,” said Darren Carter, Vice President, Consumer Marketing, Sony Computer Entertainment Europe. “To have had over 775,000 participants clearly shows the passion of both the EA SPORTS FIFA 10 and the PlayStation fans. I have no doubt that it is going to be the best final yet and we look forward to welcoming everyone to Barcelona in May.”

Admission to the Grand Final is free to the public.

Interactive Areas open at midday. Gaming Tournament kicks off at 1pm, the final is scheduled for 5:30pm.

To find out more about the FIFA Interactive World Cup and view a list of the 32 Grand Finalists please visit www.FIFA.com/FIWC

For images of FIWC 2009 winner Bruce Grannec receiving his award at the FIFA World Player of the Year Gala, please visit:http://media.FIFA.com

THQ Have Released A New Tutorial For UFC Undisputed 2010 Focusing On The Games Career Mode

THQ Have released a new video for UFC Undisputed 2010. this video focuses on the games Career Mode, showing and detailing how you can build and develop your character but also how your opponents can learn and adapt to your style.

The video uses in-game footage to show specific points discussed. The Trailer also shows how you can customise your character, from parts of their bodies to the sponsors on their shorts. The Video also talks about how you learn new moves by going to different gyms and how this will build over time. The video also confirms that your created character will start in the WFA and will be moved to the UFC when they are good enough.