Saturday, January 12, 2013

FuturLab Announce They Are Bringing The Mini Game Velocity To The PS Vita As Velocity Ultra


FuturLab have announced they are bringing their Playstation Mini game Velocity to the PS Vita As Velocity Ultra. described as the Directors Cut of the game, Velocity Ultra has been completely overhauled to take advantage of not only the PS Vita screen resolution but also trophies and online leaderboards. the game keeps the 60fps that they achieved with the Minis game. no release date has been announced but they are looking at a March release.

Whilst it's not a sequel, FuturLab are looking for fans to say what they want in a possible sequel. they have a questionnaire for fans to answer, those who fill it in are put into a draw to win Velocity Ultra.

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Source: USA Playstation Blog

Sony Announce Wake-Up Club Comes To The USA PS Vita PSN Next Week For Free


Sony have announced that Wake-Up Club is coming to the USA PSN from next week. this free app features trophy support and there will be future DLC for the App. this social app matches you up with 12 random people each night who have set their alarm at the same time as you. when your alarm goes off your avatar appears on your screen and you have to touch it. this takes you to a room where you can see if the other 12 people have woken up yet. the App keeps records on how quick you wake-up. to set this up you need to access the Date and Time part of system settings.

Source: USA Playstation Blog

Media Molecule Announce LittleBigPlanet 2: Extra's Edition, Includes Cross-Controller Pack And More

Media Molecule have revealed a new edition of LittleBigPlanet 2 is coming to retail. this Extra's Edition includes the main game as well as several costume and level kits. these extras include:
  • LittleBigPlanet 2: Cross-Controller Pack
  • LittleBigPlanet 2 Move Pack: Rise of the Cakeling
  • The Muppets Premium Level Kit
  • The Muppets Costume Pack 1
  • Weekend Pursuits Costume Pack
  • Deep Sea Adventures Costume Pack
  • Sports Costume Pack
  • Dogs Costume Pack
  • Cats Costume Pack
as well as this, either from the LittleBigPlanet website LBP.me or via in-game, there are 7.5 Million Community created levels to play and/or download.

Source: EU Playstation Blog

Activision Announce The Skylanders Franchise As Crossed More Than $500 Million In USA Sales

Activision have announced the Skylanders Franchise has passed over $500 Million in sales in just the USA. this is faster than any other kid's gaming property. the Skylanders figures have also outsold all their action figure rivals in the USA in 2012

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Ubisoft Have Released A Basic Strategy Video For Might & Magic Clash of Heroes On iPhone And iPad

Ubisoft have released a new video for the iPhone and iPad version of Might & Magic Clash of Heroes. this video offers some basic strategy tips, using in-game action.

Sega Have Released A Third From Concept To Game Video For Aliens: Colonial Marines


Sega and Gearbox have released a third concept to game video for Aliens: Colonial Marines. in this the concept picture is taken from the interior of the U.S.S Sulaco, Engineering section. it's titled the Hive and the video shows the concept idea for the area and what it looks like in game.



Source: Sega Blog

Activision Announce The Walking Dead: Survival Intinct Comes Out 29th March


Activision and Terminal Reality have announced The Walking Dead: Survival Intinct is coming out on PS3, Xbox 360 and PC on 29th March.



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