Hit X: The News Recapping Podcast For Friday 16th July
This is all the news from Friday 16th July.
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Saturday, July 17, 2010
The Re-Cap: News From QTE Gamers From Friday 16th July
- QTE Blog: The Re-Cap: News From QTE Gamers From Thursday 15th July http://ht.ly/18a0Iu
- QTE Blog: Hit X: The News Recapping Podcast For Thursday 15th July http://ht.ly/18a3iX
- Wii: Sunsoft are bringing Ufouria and Aero The Acrobat to the USA via the Virtual Console http://ht.ly/2cpqI
- QTE Blog: Hudson Announce They Are Bringing Beyblade Metal Fusion: Battle Fortress To The Wii This Holiday http://ht.ly/18a5U7
- Gamefly have listings for new Atari Games on the PS3 and 360, Star Raiders and Centipede http://ht.ly/2cpgk
- Just Add Water announce they are working new Oddworld games, series creator Lorne Lanning is also involved http://ht.ly/2cphY
- QTE Blog: Nintendo Announce Super Mario Galaxy 2 Has Sold Over 1 Million Units In The USA http://ht.ly/18a8Jx
- PC: the Minimum and Recommended Specifications for Starcraft II have been released http://ht.ly/2cpkw
- 360: Lara Croft and the Guardian of Light has a 4 week exclusivity window on 360 as its a Summer Of Arcade game http://ht.ly/2cpmA
- QTE Blog: Sony Online Entertainment Announce They Are Offering Free Realms Lifetime Memberships For $29.99 For A Lim... http://ht.ly/18ablJ
- PSP: Just Add Water have announced that Gravity Crash PSP is coming out next week on the EU/USA PSN http://ht.ly/2cpok
- iPhone: Apple press conference is live now at Engadget http://ht.ly/2cpcD
- QTE Blog: Chillingo Announce Angry Birds Fans Can Win A 32GB iPod Touch and $100 iTunes Gift Card In The "Angry Bird... http://ht.ly/18adU7
- USA June Consoles, Nintendo DS 510.7K, Xbox 360 451.7K, Nintendo Wii 422.5K, Playstation 3 304.800K, PSP 121K http://ht.ly/2cpuT
- USA June Software Top 3, Red Dead Redemption 360 582.9K, Super Mario Galaxy 2 548.4K, Red Dead Redemption PS3 380.3K http://ht.ly/2cpxA
- QTE Blog: Black Bean Have Released New Screenshots And A Behind The Scenes Video For WRC http://ht.ly/18ahFk
- Apple announce they will give out free cases for iPhone 4, apply on Apple website next week. http://ht.ly/2czol
- Apple announce a fix for the Proximity Sensor issues is in the works for iPhone 4, fix in next software update http://ht.ly/2czrh
- iPhone: White iPhone coming out end of July in USA http://ht.ly/2czsn Current model sold 3 Million http://ht.ly/2czsZ
- QTE Blog: Capcom Announce Mega Man Universe For The Playstation 3 And Xbox 360 http://ht.ly/18ajIo
- Wii: Gamasutra have analysed game sales from last 6 consoles. Wii Game sales peaked sooner, but are falling sooner too http://ht.ly/2cA6D
- JP Consoles, DSi LL 28.916, Wii 24.604, PSP 24.421, PS3 18.345, DSi 17.356, 360 5.688, DS 4.992, PS2 1.558, PSP go 1.046 http://ht.ly/2cA8a
- QTE Blog: EA Have Released A New Video For NBA Elite 11 Detailing Movement In The Game http://ht.ly/18amjU
- iPad: Taito have released Space Invaders, a port of the Cocktail table arcade machine. It also has bonus material http://ht.ly/2cCMD
- PS3: Sony have confirmed that they have limited 3D on the PS3 to 720p, PS3 can do 1080p 3D, limit is to make better games http://ht.ly/2cCTP
- QTE Blog: 2K Games Detail Exclusive Playstation 3 DLC For Mafia 2 And Future DLC http://ht.ly/18ap4V
- PS3: Sony have said that there are no longer any stock issues with the PS3 in the USA. http://ht.ly/2cCV7
- PS3: NISA have announced the next Disgaea game is coming to the PS3, will be better than previous game. http://ht.ly/2cCY0
- QTE Blog: This Weeks UK WiiWare, DSiWare, And Virtual Console Releases http://ht.ly/18arp9
- 3DS: Ubisoft announce they will have 6-8 launch titles, expect 25%-30% share of UK 3DS Sales http://ht.ly/2cGh4
- Wii: Capcom have announced they're bringing Arcade games to Nintendo's Virtual Console. First will be SonSon http://ht.ly/2cHau
Friday, July 16, 2010
This Weeks UK WiiWare, DSiWare, And Virtual Console Releases
Nintendo UK have revealed the games coming out today on WiiWare and DSiWare. there are no Virtual Console releases this week, but in all there are 6 games released, 2 on WiiWare and 4 on DSiWare. i have added screenshots to the games where i could, but Nintendo do have a gameplay video of the games coming out today at the link at the bottom of the page.
WiiWare
Pearl Harbor Trilogy - 1941: Red Sun Rising
Kung Fu Funk
DSiWare
3D Space Tank
4 TRAVELLERS - Play French
5 in 1 Solitaire
Soul of Darkness
From Nintendo UK
WiiWare
Pearl Harbor Trilogy - 1941: Red Sun Rising
Kung Fu Funk
DSiWare
3D Space Tank
4 TRAVELLERS - Play French
5 in 1 Solitaire
Soul of Darkness
From Nintendo UK
2K Games Detail Exclusive Playstation 3 DLC For Mafia 2 And Future DLC
2K Games have detailed the upcoming DLC for Mafia 2. The Playstation 3 gets 1 exclusive piece of DLC, The Betrayal of Jimmy, that will be released the day the game is released and will be free for people who buy the game new. If you buy Mafia 2 used, The Betrayal Of Jimmy can be bought for $9.99. the second piece of DLC, Jimmy's Vendetta, will come to both the Playstation 3, Xbox 360, and PC soon after the game has been released, a price for it will be announced later.
The Betrayal Of Jimmy changes the games point of view. in this DLC, you play as Jimmy. Jimmy is a mercenary, a guy you call to finish a job. In the DLC, you will drive and shoot through Empire Bay and complete missions. More missions become available as you progress, with missions ranging from Assassinations and timed vehicle missions. points can be gained through kill shots and power slides, with top scores being uploaded to a leaderboard.
Jimmy's Vendetta adds more missions for Jimmy as well as new locations. Jimmy will be cleaning up other peoples messes. there will be leaderboards for the DLC, but more details, pricing, and a firm release date will come at a later date.
The Betrayal of Jimmy Artwork
Press Release
New York, NY - July 16, 2010 - 2K Games announced today the first two action-infused downloadable content packs for its upcoming epic action crime game, Mafia® II. The Betrayal of Jimmy* will be available as a free download on the day the game launches exclusively for players worldwide who purchase a new copy of Mafia II for the PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system. The second DLC pack, Jimmy's Vendetta*, will be available soon after the launch of Mafia II and will offer players a different arcade style of gameplay with new missions and leaderboard competition on the PlayStation 3 system, Xbox 360TM video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and PC. Get ready for a wild ride with guns blazing through Empire Bay.
The Betrayal of Jimmy downloadable content, available exclusively for the PlayStation 3 system, will be accessible for free with voucher codes included with each new PlayStation 3 system copy of the game, or purchasable beginning on the day of Mafia II's launch through the PlayStation®Network for $9.99.
The Betrayal of Jimmy will take players into an alternate perspective of the mob through the eyes of Jimmy, a mercenary. Jimmy is the guy the other guys call when they need to finish the job. The Betrayal of Jimmy features dozens of intense newly created arcade-style, city-based missions that keep Jimmy driving, shooting and rampaging through Empire Bay. Missions will unlock as they progress, activating a slew of assassination and timed vehicle missions ending in dramatic shootouts and explosive car chases. Players will rack up points for performance, power slides, and skill shots. The scores will be immediately posted to the new leaderboard system, providing extensive re-playability, as players work to rise to the top of the ranks. Get to know Empire Bay - the executioner's way.
In Jimmy's Vendetta, which will be available for PlayStation 3 system, Xbox 360 and PC, players will get their hands dirty helping Jimmy clean up other people's messes. New city-based missions and locales will give players many new reasons to head back to Empire Bay. Jimmy's Vendetta will offer more replay action and allow players to outrank friends as they rise to the top of the leaderboard. Details on pricing and availability for Jimmy's Vendetta will be revealed at a later date.
Through a compelling narrative, Mafia II transports gamers into the dark and unforgiving world of the Mafia. The fiction is embellished by a sophisticated, era-evoking atmosphere that meticulously replicates the clothing, cars, music and advertising of 1940's and 1950's Americana. Players will easily become immersed in the game's cinematic Hollywood-style experience with strong, believable characters in a living, breathing metropolis. By fusing action-packed gameplay with white-knuckle driving and an epic gangster story, Mafia II looks to be the industry's most compelling Mafia title to-date.
Mafia II is developed by 2K Czech, the same creative team behind the award-winning, genre-defining Mafia®, which captivated millions of gamers around the world. A consumer demo will be available for download in early August for all three platforms. Mafia II is rated M for Mature by the ESRB and will be available in North America on August 24, 2010 and internationally beginning August 27, 2010.
For more information on Mafia II, please visitwww.mafia2game.com. For more information about North American and international retailers please visit the Mafia II websitewww.mafia2game.com/preorder.
2K Games is a division of 2K, a publishing label of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO).
*Standalone Mafia II product required to operate.
The Betrayal Of Jimmy changes the games point of view. in this DLC, you play as Jimmy. Jimmy is a mercenary, a guy you call to finish a job. In the DLC, you will drive and shoot through Empire Bay and complete missions. More missions become available as you progress, with missions ranging from Assassinations and timed vehicle missions. points can be gained through kill shots and power slides, with top scores being uploaded to a leaderboard.
Jimmy's Vendetta adds more missions for Jimmy as well as new locations. Jimmy will be cleaning up other peoples messes. there will be leaderboards for the DLC, but more details, pricing, and a firm release date will come at a later date.
The Betrayal of Jimmy Artwork
Press Release
New York, NY - July 16, 2010 - 2K Games announced today the first two action-infused downloadable content packs for its upcoming epic action crime game, Mafia® II. The Betrayal of Jimmy* will be available as a free download on the day the game launches exclusively for players worldwide who purchase a new copy of Mafia II for the PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system. The second DLC pack, Jimmy's Vendetta*, will be available soon after the launch of Mafia II and will offer players a different arcade style of gameplay with new missions and leaderboard competition on the PlayStation 3 system, Xbox 360TM video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and PC. Get ready for a wild ride with guns blazing through Empire Bay.
The Betrayal of Jimmy downloadable content, available exclusively for the PlayStation 3 system, will be accessible for free with voucher codes included with each new PlayStation 3 system copy of the game, or purchasable beginning on the day of Mafia II's launch through the PlayStation®Network for $9.99.
The Betrayal of Jimmy will take players into an alternate perspective of the mob through the eyes of Jimmy, a mercenary. Jimmy is the guy the other guys call when they need to finish the job. The Betrayal of Jimmy features dozens of intense newly created arcade-style, city-based missions that keep Jimmy driving, shooting and rampaging through Empire Bay. Missions will unlock as they progress, activating a slew of assassination and timed vehicle missions ending in dramatic shootouts and explosive car chases. Players will rack up points for performance, power slides, and skill shots. The scores will be immediately posted to the new leaderboard system, providing extensive re-playability, as players work to rise to the top of the ranks. Get to know Empire Bay - the executioner's way.
In Jimmy's Vendetta, which will be available for PlayStation 3 system, Xbox 360 and PC, players will get their hands dirty helping Jimmy clean up other people's messes. New city-based missions and locales will give players many new reasons to head back to Empire Bay. Jimmy's Vendetta will offer more replay action and allow players to outrank friends as they rise to the top of the leaderboard. Details on pricing and availability for Jimmy's Vendetta will be revealed at a later date.
Through a compelling narrative, Mafia II transports gamers into the dark and unforgiving world of the Mafia. The fiction is embellished by a sophisticated, era-evoking atmosphere that meticulously replicates the clothing, cars, music and advertising of 1940's and 1950's Americana. Players will easily become immersed in the game's cinematic Hollywood-style experience with strong, believable characters in a living, breathing metropolis. By fusing action-packed gameplay with white-knuckle driving and an epic gangster story, Mafia II looks to be the industry's most compelling Mafia title to-date.
Mafia II is developed by 2K Czech, the same creative team behind the award-winning, genre-defining Mafia®, which captivated millions of gamers around the world. A consumer demo will be available for download in early August for all three platforms. Mafia II is rated M for Mature by the ESRB and will be available in North America on August 24, 2010 and internationally beginning August 27, 2010.
For more information on Mafia II, please visitwww.mafia2game.com. For more information about North American and international retailers please visit the Mafia II websitewww.mafia2game.com/preorder.
2K Games is a division of 2K, a publishing label of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO).
*Standalone Mafia II product required to operate.
EA Have Released A New Video For NBA Elite 11 Detailing Movement In The Game
EA Have released a new video for NBA Elite 11. This video focuses on movement in the game. the video stars Basketball players, Kevin Durant, Brandon Jennings, and Stephen Curry, and they talk about how Movement is important in Basketball and how movement feels in NBA Elite 11. This video features alot of in-game action, and to highlight the movement, the video also shows how the analogue sticks are being used to pull of certain moves.
Capcom Announce Mega Man Universe For The Playstation 3 And Xbox 360
Capcom have announced Mega Man Universe for the Playstation 3 and Xbox 360. Capcom have announced that Mega Man Universe will "break the mold and challenge the conventional wisdom of what a Mega Man game can be." Not much has been revealed about the game, but a Trailer has been released on GameSpot. Its unclear, from the trailer, what game Mega Man Universe is and the introduction of Street Fighters Ryu, and a few other characters, only adds to the confusion.
My guess is Mega Man Universe could either be a Little Big Planet style game, more in the create and sharing of Mega Man Levels, with guest appearances from Capcom characters. Or it could be like Super Mario Crossover, A Mega Man game/world that can be played with Mega Man characters as well as other Capcom characters.
Press Release
London – July 16, 2010 — Capcom ® a leading worldwide developer and publisher of video games, today announced that Mega Man UniverseTM is coming to Xbox LIVE® online entertainment network and PlayStation®Store. Mega Man Universe, the latest entry in Capcom’s long-running Mega ManTMseries, will be a revolutionary take on the seminal classic, setting course for a new chapter in classic gaming.
Mega Man games are beloved by fans all over the world. Since their debut in 1987, Mega Man has remained a videogame icon, having starred in more than 140 titles over the last 22 years. The connection he’s made with pop culture at large has extended beyond games and into cartoons, toys, clothing, comics, kid’s meals, and more. Part of that popularity is driven by the series’ ability to evolve over time yet consistently retain the addictive gameplay experience that sets Mega Man games apart.
For the next chapter in this legacy of excellence, Capcom aims to deliver the most creative Mega Man experience yet. In Mega Man Universe, imagination is the star of the game.
“We are thrilled to finally be able to announce Mega Man Universe,” said Kenji Inafune, Head of Research and Development Management for Capcom Entertainment. “This game will break the mold and challenge the conventional wisdom of what a Mega Man game can be. When fans finally get to see it, I believe they’ll envision their most far-out Mega Man dreams coming true.”
Inafune is committed to helping craft a Mega Man experience that meets the highest expectations of Capcom fans. Most recently Mega ManTM 10 echoed this fact when its classic design and compelling gameplay made it one of the most sought after digital downloads of the year. Gamers can expect Mega Man Universe to bring the core experience fans want while delivering on the promise of innovation that Capcom is known for. Its official: classic gaming will never be same again.
Black Bean Have Released New Screenshots And A Behind The Scenes Video For WRC
Black Bean have released new screenshots and a Behind The Scenes video for WRC. The first couple of screenshots are from in-game action, revealing how the games HUD looks. the HUD is fairly Minimal, with speed and car condition on the bottom right, current lap time top right, you position in the track on the left, and the upcoming direction changes above the car in the middle. The rest of the screenshots are in-game but they don't have a HUD. they do show 3 types of circuits, snow, desert, and a muddy town, and how each of the different environments effects the look of the car with stuff like mud.
The behind the scenes Video has many developers, who are working on the game, talking about what they have been doing to make the game as good and authentic as they could, whilst also trying to explain how they've had to improve on their own technology as this game is very different from anything they've worked on before. the video is split into sections, with developers talking about their area of work. it starts of with the games lead designer, then its the physics lead designer, he's followed by the games director, the art director, and the games track artist. some in-game gameplay is shown during the video, but they also show video from tools the teams use to measure physics, to build tracks, and more. its a very indepth and honest look into how they are making WRC.
Screenshots
The behind the scenes Video has many developers, who are working on the game, talking about what they have been doing to make the game as good and authentic as they could, whilst also trying to explain how they've had to improve on their own technology as this game is very different from anything they've worked on before. the video is split into sections, with developers talking about their area of work. it starts of with the games lead designer, then its the physics lead designer, he's followed by the games director, the art director, and the games track artist. some in-game gameplay is shown during the video, but they also show video from tools the teams use to measure physics, to build tracks, and more. its a very indepth and honest look into how they are making WRC.
Screenshots
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