Thursday, May 26, 2011

Neverrealm Studios Have Released A Behind The Scenes Look At Fatalities In Mortal Kombat

Neverrealm Studios have released a behind the scenes look at fatalities in Mortal Kombat. the video has several members of the developer team talking about the process of creating and adding a fatality in the game. the video shows mo-cap sessions and development tools.


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Wizards Of The Coast Announce Magic: The Gathering - Duels of the Planeswalkers 2012 For XBLA, PC, And PSN

Wizards Of The Coast have announced Magic: The Gathering - Duels of the Planeswalkers 2012 for the Xbox 360 XBLA, PS3 PSN, and On PC via Steam. The games release is expected from 15th June 2011. The original Magic: The Gathering - Duels of the Planeswalkers game was a good success for them, with over 500,000 units being sold on XBLA.

Magic: The Gathering - Duels of the Planeswalkers 2012 builds on the previous game by adding improved deck editing, enhanced co-op, new games modes, new Planeswalker Opponents, decks, puzzles, and more. Magic: The Gathering - Duels of the Planeswalkers 2012 will also have a single player game, a tutorial, and unlockables.

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Press Release

May 24, 2011 – Groot-Bijgaarden, Belgium - Wizards of the Coast has announced the imminent release of Magic: The Gathering - Duels of the Planeswalkers 2012 for Xbox LIVE© Arcade, PC/Steam and PlayStation® Network on June 15, 2011*.

“We are thrilled with the success of Magic: The Gathering and the tremendous growth of our player community worldwide,” said Greg Leeds, President, Wizards of the Coast. “Smart, strategic and competitive gamers love to get together to battle and have fun using their intellectual strengths. With more than 12 million players and fans in more than 70 countries and 500,000 units of Duels of the Planeswalkers sold on XBLA alone, Magic is experiencing record growth and delivering players a truly integrated gaming experience across both digital and real world.”

Building on the success of the original Duels of the Planeswalkers, Duels of the Planeswalkers 2012 featured improved deck editing, enhanced co-op game play, all new game modes, Planeswalker opponents, decks, puzzle challenges and more.

With an easy to use tutorial, Duels of the Planeswalkers is the best way for new players to learn Magic: The Gathering. Players that are already familiar with Magic will enjoy a new-to-digital multiplayer game mode called Archenemy where up to three players team up against the AI.

Duels 2012 will also feature strategic single player campaign game scenarios as well as competitive play, robust community features and unlockable content. More information can be found at duelsoftheplaneswalkers.com.

*Release date may vary by platform and region.

Magic Celebration
An event unlike any other we’ve run before, Magic Celebration will bring together Duels of the Planeswalkers and Magic 2012 Core Set players on September 10th at WPN locations around the globe. More details will be unveiled as we get closer to the event, but you can learn more about Magic’s in-store events and find a hobby store near you at Wizards.com/ locator.

There’s never been a better time to get into Magic: The Gathering. With an easy-to-use tutorial, Duels of the Planeswalkers 2012 is the best way for new players to learn how to play Magic. And for those that would rather test their metal with the original paper game, the Magic 2012 Core Set is a blend of brand new cards and old favorites from Magic’s 18-year history. Together, Duels 2012 and Magic: The Gathering 2012 Core Set encourages players to gather their friends (or allies) and experience what Magic 2012 has to offer.

EA Detail Some Of The New Features In This Years NHL 12 And Revamped Modes

EA have detailed the new features and some of the revamped modes in this years NHL 12. NHL 12 comes out on 9th September in Europe and 13th September in North America. The Be A Pro mode has been revamped and the game engine has also been changed. the game engine now has a Full Contact Physics Engine which makes everything interactive to the player, from the ice, glass, and other players. bigger players can throw their weight around more, for example.

The Goalkeepers are now dynamic, players can now knock them down or push them out of position. the fighting engine has also been enhanced with goalkeepers now getting involved. the gameplay presentation has also been changed to look more like real life hockey broadcasts. the 2011 NHL Winter Classic is now in the game and EA have added the EA Sports Action Tracker.

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Press Release

Guildford, UK.– May 24, 2011 – With the Stanley Cup® Playoffs heating up, Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: ERTS) is getting in on the action with the announcement of new features for EA SPORTS™ NHL® 12, shipping on September 9thin Europe and September 13thin North America. Play your way to superstardom in the revamped Be a Pro mode and experience the authentic action and energy of real life hockey with the Full Contact Physics Engine.

In the revamped Be a Pro mode, experience the pursuit of greatness and legendary moments in your playing career, shatter historic records and cement yourself in NHL history. Additionally, the better you play, the more ice time you’ll get where you can simulate to your next shift so you’re always on the ice as you play out your entire career in pursuit of the Stanley Cup.

The NHL 12 Full Contact Physics Engine puts you in the rink with everything now live on the ice, from players to the environment - everything is interactive and in play. Experience the skill and aggression of hockey from shattered glass to flying helmets to knocking players over the boards and into the bench; crash the crease too hard and you’ll knock the net off and send the goalie flying. Size and physicality will be emphasized as bigger players will be able to throw their weight around as they screen the goalie and battle in front of the net.

This year marks the first time players will face dynamic goalies in the game. Players can knock the net off and make contact with goalies, knocking them down or out of position, as they crash the crease. Watch as goalies battle through screens to make awe-inspiring saves. Additionally, we’re reigniting the beloved fighting engine that first appeared in NHL 10 with all-new goalie battles. When the action gets heated, send a message by leaving the net, dropping the gloves, and trading punches with rivals during fights.

All new gameplay presentation creates an authentic, fresh new look and feel throughout NHL 12 with presentation graphics that mimic real life hockey broadcasts. For the first time ever lace up outdoors under the lights in one of the biggest hockey events of the season, the 2011 NHL Winter Classic® at Heinz Field in Pittsburgh, within seconds of putting in the disc. Inspired by the NHL GameCenter Ice Tracker, the all-new EA SPORTS Action Tracker simulates action without missing a beat with a shift-by-shift breakdown of stats and key moments leading up to your next shift.

NHL 12 is in development at EA Canada in Vancouver. It has not yet been rated by the ESRB or PEGI; visit www.esrb.org and www.pegi.info for updated rating information. For more information on NHL 12, please visit www.easports.com/nhl or become a fan of EA SPORTS NHL on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/easportsnhl and follow us on Twitter via http://www.twitter.com/easportsnhl.

For more information about EA SPORTS, including news, video, blogs, forums, fantasy leagues and game communities, please visit www.easports.com to connect, share and compete.

EA SPORTS is one of the leading sports entertainment brands in the world, with top-selling videogame franchises, award-winning interactive technology, global videogame competitions, and breakthrough digital experiences. EA SPORTS delivers personal access to the emotion of sports through industry-leading sports simulation videogames, including Madden NFL football, FIFA Soccer, NHL® hockey, NBA JAM, NCAA® Football, Fight Night boxing, EA SPORTS MMA, Tiger Woods PGA TOUR® golf , and EA SPORTS Active.

About Electronic Arts
Electronic Arts (NASDAQ:ERTS) is a global leader in digital interactive entertainment. The Company’s game franchises are offered as both packaged goods products and online services delivered through Internet-connected consoles, personal computers, mobile phones and tablets. EA has more than 100 million registered players and operates in 75 countries.

In fiscal 2011, EA posted GAAP net revenue of $3.6 billion. Headquartered in Redwood City, California, EA is recognized for critically acclaimed, high-quality blockbuster franchises such as The Sims™, Madden NFL, FIFA Soccer, Need for Speed™, Battlefield, and Mass Effect™. More information about EA is available at http://info.ea.com.

NHL 12 is an Officially Licensed Product of the NHLPA. NHLPA, National Hockey League Players' Association and the NHLPA logo are trademarks of the NHLPA. © NHLPA.

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EA SPORTS and EA SPORTS Active are trademarks of Electronic Arts Inc. John Madden, NFL, NBA, NHL NCAA, Tiger Woods, PGA TOUR and FIFA are the property of their respective owners and used with permission. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

Zero Punctuation - Brink

This weeks, granted a day late, Zero Punctuation is on Brink. this game has received a wide range of review scores and some review controversy so will Yathzee add to it, or will he side with the reviewers who really liked the game?




Hit X Podcast: All The News From QTE Gamers From Wednesday 25th May

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The Re-Cap: News From QTE Gamers From Wednesday 25th May

  • QTE Blog: The Re-Cap: News From QTE Gamers From Tuesday 24th May http://ht.ly/1cRmVs
  • RT @eurogamer_net: Xbox Live Marketplace is down - Is it hackers? Maintenance? Rapture? http://bit.ly/mbHxNL
  • Android: Minecraft is coming to the Xperia Play before any other Android device, supported by Playstation Suite http://ht.ly/52Asi
  • PS3: Dirt 3 cannot be played online due to the PSN Store being down, a code has to be redeemed http://ht.ly/52Au4
  • Nintendo Power magazine cover revealed. Confirms Sonic Generations and new Shinobi game coming to 3DS http://ht.ly/52Awy
  • Square Enix announce a new MMO is coming this financial year (April 2011 - March 2012), want 3 MMO's running at once http://ht.ly/52ABg
  • 360: The ESRB has rated The Witcher 2 for the Xbox 360. no real announcement that a Console version is coming http://ht.ly/52ADI
  • Sony announce a special event takes place after their E3 press conference. this means it runs for 5 hours. UK: 1am-6am http://ht.ly/52KjT
  • PS3: Take Two confirm The Agent is still in development, don't provide details when its coming out http://ht.ly/52LEB
  • Take Two announce Spec Ops: The Line has been delayed until beyond March 2012 http://ht.ly/52LmI
  • Sony Ericsson's Canadian Online Store has been hacked. around 2,000 customers' data stolen, not credit cards or passwords http://ht.ly/52NlT
  • THQ Announce they're distributing 4 Codemasters games in USA. Operation Flashpoint: Red River, F1 2011, Bodycount, Dirt 3 http://ht.ly/52O1M
  • Xbox: Otto Berkes has left Microsoft. he was the last remaining creator of the original Xbox. http://ht.ly/52OYj
  • A Collection of nearly every Final Fantasy game ever made is up on Ebay for $14,900. it includes over 70 titles http://ht.ly/52P2p
  • 360: Twisted Pixel will have a public beta for Ms. Spolsion Man. 10,000 people will test its online multiplayer in June http://ht.ly/52Pkc
  • PS3: Sony announce a limited edition PS3 Bundle is coming on 31st May. the Call Of Duty Black Ops Bundle costs $299.99 http://ht.ly/52PwK
  • PS3: Codemasters say they can't disable the VIP Pass, users will have to wait for the PSN Store to come back online http://ht.ly/52T6X
  • PS3: Keiji Inafune reveals he is working on an exclusive PS3 RPG, out this August. http://ht.ly/52TIY
  • 360: Funcom announce there are no plans to bring The Age Of Conan to the 360, console MMo more complicated than thought http://ht.ly/52Um3
  • 3DS: Australian The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D pre-order bonus includes a tri-force ocarina, song sheets for $68 http://ht.ly/52UpW
  • PS3: The ESRB has rated Alone in the Dark: The New Nightmare , speculated to be a PSN release and not retail http://ht.ly/52UrX
  • Kazuma Kujo, a creator behind Disaster Report, R-Type Final and Steambot Chronicles, leaves Irem, sets up Granzella http://ht.ly/52Uuu
  • eeGeo studio formed from 20 Ex Realtime Wolds employees. first job is finishing MyWorld. bought it for £1.1M http://ht.ly/52Uyp
  • Hothead announce DeathSpank: The Baconing. coming to PSN, XBLA, and PChttp://ht.ly/52UGU

Wednesday, May 25, 2011

The Re-Cap: News From QTE Gamers From Tuesday 24th May

  • QTE Blog: The Re-Cap: News From QTE Gamers From Monday 23rd May http://ht.ly/1cQ5M0
  • QTE Blog: Hit X Podcast: All The News From QTE Gamers From Monday 23rd May http://ht.ly
  • WP7: Liveblog of the Windows Phone 7 update event, starting now, here at Engadget http://ht.ly/51zip
  • QTE Blog: Activision Have Released The Debut Trailer For Modern Warfare 3 http://ht.ly/1cQcZl
  • PSP: A Sony patent from 2009 found showing the PSP being controlled with Playstation Move via an adapter http://ht.ly/51zmW
  • PSP2: Sony clarify Uncharted comments. game takes play before Uncharted 1, not between 1 and 2http://ht.ly/51zr0
  • QTE Blog: Sony Announce The UK PSN Will Be Down For Maintenance From 4pm Today Till 00.00 Tomorrow http://ht.ly/1cQhli
  • EA is bringing free multiplayer maps to Dead Space 2. the 2 maps will come from 31st May http://ht.ly/51zug
  • Sony's Greece website has been hacked. 8,500 peoples personal information compromised http://ht.ly/51zy4
  • QTE Blog: Konami Have Released Pt 1 Of A PES 2012 Developer Interview With Shingo Takatsuka (AKA Seabasshttp://ht.ly/1cQloK
  • 360: Its speculated Kinect Google Eyes is a game from Rare, might've been DLC for Kinect Sports http://ht.ly/51zAY
  • PS3: Sony Japan confirm PSP Remaster games won't have trophy support http://ht.ly/51zGL
  • QTE Blog: Namco Bandai Have Released New Screenshots For Ridge Racer Unbounded http://ht.ly/1cQoXA
  • PS3:Its highly speculated Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker will be announced as a PSP Remaster game at E3 http://ht.ly/51zJg
  • The ESRB has rated Marvin's Maze. it was an SNK Arcade game from 1983. coming to PS3 and PSP http://ht.ly/51XDt
  • Gearbox announce Duke Nukem Forever has gone gold, shipping 10th June. game has been in development for 14 years http://ht.ly/51YD3
  • QTE Blog: Warner Bros. Have Released A New F.E.A.R.3 Multiplayer Trailer Showing Soul King Mode http://ht.ly/1cQsn3
  • 360: Microsoft's E3 Press Kit leaks. its multiple choice, hints towards an Halo announcement, Tomb Raider + More http://ht.ly/520mc
  • QTE Blog: Sony Announce PSP Firmware Update 6.39, I've checked And Its Out Now http://ht.ly/1cQxc5
  • 3DS: A resume has been found that indicates Griptonite are working on a new Shinobi game for Sega. Game not announced http://ht.ly/524bO
  • a few tweets from Kojima hint that a game project he's been working on has been cancelled http://ht.ly/524qS
  • QTE Blog: Atlus Announce Shin Megami Tensei: Persona 2: Innocent Sin Is Coming To N.America This Fall http://ht.ly/1cQAED
  • PC: Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer announces they are releasing their next version of Windows next year, coming to tablets http://ht.ly/524tT
  • PSP2: Marvelous financials reveal they have several games coming to PSP2, will be out by end of 2011 http://ht.ly/524wD
  • QTE Blog: Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment Have Released A 3DS Trailer For Green Lantern: Rise of the Manhunters http://ht.ly/1cQDX7
  • CD Projekt announce they will show a new game at E3, speculated to be a new Witcher console game, not Witcher 2 console http://ht.ly/524Cv