Thursday, May 12, 2011

Namco Bandai Announce Tales of the Abyss And Tales of Graces f Are Coming To The USA

Namco Bandai have announced they are brining the Nintendo 3DS game Tales of the Abyss and the PS3 game Tales of Graces f to the USA. Tales of the Abyss is an updated version of the PS2 game that will take advantage of 3D and the dual screens. both games are coming out in 2012, with Tales Of Graces f coming out first.

Tales of Graces f


Tales of the Abyss


Press Release

SANTA CLARA, Calif., (May 11, 2011) - Leading video game publisher and developer, NAMCO BANDAI Games America Inc., today announced its acclaimed role-playing titles Tales of Graces f for the PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system, and Tales of the Abyss® for the Nintendo 3DS system will be released in North America. Tales of Graces f andTales of the Abyss will both offer brilliant graphics, a dynamic real-time battle system, and deep, captivating stories filled with exciting quests and hidden secrets.

Tales of Graces f is the latest title in the renowned Tales series and the first North American appearance of the franchise on PlayStation®3 system. Set amidst the conflict of three kingdoms competing for planetary dominance, the story follows Asbel Lhant and his friends as they come to discover in time just how far they will go to protect the bonds between them.

For the first time in the Tales series, the combat system lets the player freely change attack style depending on the battle situation. The characters distinctive weapons can be swapped for different styles, and the new combat system is easier to control while simultaneously adding new levels of tactical depth. The title is developed by NAMCO TALES STUDIO LTD. in Japan with the aim of bringing to life the rich depth of the evocative characters created by Mutsumi Inomata.

Tales of the Abyss, the critically-acclaimed PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system role playing game, is updated for the Nintendo 3DS system. The upcoming titledelivers full 3D support and use of the dual screens to bring players closer to the action. Tales of the Abyss tells the story of Luke fon Fabre, sole heir to a family of aristocrats, as he is suddenly thrust into the outside world on an epic adventure. Naïve and spoiled by years of isolation, Luke struggles to learn of friendship, sacrifice, duty and of choice. With the fates of many in his hands, Luke's actions could ultimately save the world or bring about its very destruction.

Tales of Graces f will be available in 2012 and Tales of the Abyss will be available later this year for North America.

For more information on the Tales of series, please visit http://www.talesrpg.com

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About NAMCO BANDAI Games America Inc.
NAMCO BANDAI Games America Inc., part of NAMCO BANDAI Holdings Inc., is a leading global publisher and developer of interactive content including all major video game consoles, iOS, mobile and online. The company is known for creating and publishing many of the industry's top video game franchises, including PAC-MAN®, Tekken®, SOULCALIBUR®, NARUTO, NARUTO SHIPPUDEN, Dragon Ball®, GALAGA®, RIDGE RACER® and ACE COMBAT®. More information about the company and its products can be found at www.namcobandaigames.com or www.facebook.com/namco.

© MUTSUMI INOMATA
Tales of Graces f & © 2010 NAMCO BANDAI Games Inc.

© KOSUKE FUJISHIMA
TALES OF THE ABYSS® & © 2011 NAMCO BANDAI Games Inc.

PlayStation is a registered trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.
Nintendo 3DS is a trademark of Nintendo. © 2011 Nintendo.

All other trademarks and trade names are properties of their respective owners.

Press Release © 2011 NAMCO BANDAI Games America Inc.

Nintendo Announce They Are Bringing Resident Evil: The Mercenaries 3D To Europe This July


Nintendo have announced they are brining Capcom's Resident Evil: The Mercenaries 3D to europe this July.

Source: Nintendo UK


Wednesday, May 11, 2011

Namco Bandai Announce Dragon Ball Game Project 2011, Release Debut Screenshots And A Trailer



Namco Bandai have announced Dragon Ball Project 2011 for the Xbox 360 and PS3. no release date has been given, but i would suggest a 2011 release is likely. Namco Bandai have released a game play trailer showing a fight between Goku and Vegeta, and the screenshots show further action between the two fighters.


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Screenshots


Press Release

SANTA CLARA, Calif., (May 11, 2011) – Leading video game publisher and developer NAMCO BANDAI Games America Inc. delivered a KAMEHAMEHA today with the announcement of Dragon Ball® Game Project AGE 2011 (working title) for the PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system, Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft. Prepare to dive into the world of Dragon Ball Z with Earth-shaking combat, a massive character selection, faithful manga-style graphics as well as exciting new features sure to please Dragon Ball fans around the world.

The upcoming Dragon Ball Game Project is currently in development by Spike Co. Ltd., who are honing their considerable talents to create a new landmark game for the Dragon Ball Z franchise. The game features upgraded environmental and character graphics, with designs drawn from the original manga series. Destructible battle fields, including massive craters and ki energy blasts cutting across the sky deliver a more dynamic experience and immediate sense of urgency to the exhilarating fights. An enhanced story mode drops players into the rich Dragon Ball Z universe, filled with beloved characters and powerful enemies. An accessible battle system allows gamers of all ages will be able to hold their own in fast-paced battles, while still retaining tactical depth for hardcore fans.

The new Dragon Ball Game Project will be playable at this year’s San Diego Comic-Con in July. For more information related to Dragon Ball Z, please visit: http://www.namcobandaigames.com.

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About NAMCO BANDAI Games America Inc.
NAMCO BANDAI Games America Inc., part of NAMCO BANDAI Holdings Inc., is a leading global publisher and developer of interactive content — including all major video game consoles, iOS, mobile and online. The company is known for creating and publishing many of the industry’s top video game franchises, including PAC-MAN®, Tekken®, SOULCALIBUR®, NARUTO™, NARUTO SHIPPUDEN™, Dragon Ball®, GALAGA®, RIDGE RACER® and ACE COMBAT®. More information about the company and its products can be found at www.namcobandaigames.com or www.facebook.com/namco.

Bird Studio/SHUEISHA, Licensed by FUNimation Productions Ltd. All rights reserved. Dragon Ball, Dragon Ball Z, Dragon Ball GT, and all logos, character names and distinctive likenesses thereof are trademarks of TOEI Animation. ©2011 NAMCO BANDAI Games Inc. All rights reserved.

“PlayStation”, the “PS” Family logo and “PSP” are registered trademarks of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. Xbox, Xbox 360, and Xbox Live are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation

Press Release © 2011 NAMCO BANDAI Games America Inc.

Sega Announce CRUSH3D For The Nintendo 3DS, Release Announcement Screenshots And A Trailer


Sega have announced Crush3D For the Nintendo 3DS. this is the sequel to Crush that came out on the PSP and it has been re-imagined to make use of the 3D Screens on the 3DS. the trailer shows best the unique gameplay where you "crush" the world from 3D-2D, or vice versa.


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Zero Punctuation - Castlevania: Symphony of the Night

This weeks Zero Punctuation is on Castlevania: Symphony of the Night. being in Australia, Yahtzee just doesn't get every game that comes due to release dates, PSN being down, or ratings issues. so instead, this week Yahtzee plays a retro game he's never played before.




THQ Have Released A New Trailer For UFC Personal Trainer

THq have released a new trailer for UFC Personal Trainer. this trailer features the coaches from the game talking about it, and they also talk about their exercise programs. the trailer features in-game action as well as other players playing it using Xbox 360 Kinect.


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Capcom Have Released New Screenshots And A Viral Video For Resident Evil: The Mercenaries 3D

Capcom have released new screenshots and a video for Resident Evil: The Mercenaries 3D. the screenshots show a character called Rebecca in the game. the video does show some gameplay footage but its generally a viral video.


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