QTE Blog: Re-Cap of Yesterdays News (oldest to newest) http://tinyurl.com/mpyvde
it is rumored that Sony is about to announce the acquisition of a new developer. rumored to be Level 5 http://tinyurl.com/ljxrlz
Ubisoft have confirmed that Splinter Cell Conviction is never coming to the PS3. it is a Microsoft exclusive http://tinyurl.com/lrsry2
Japanese Console Charts. DSi 36.872, PSP 26.904, Wii 18.442, PS3 10.009, 360 8.015, DS 5.408, PS2 3.498. http://tinyurl.com/ly4v4d
Activision are threatening to stop supporting Sony consoles., PS3 is loosing momentum, not easy to support + More http://tinyurl.com/mvawnk
QTE Blog: Koei - Loads Of Mana Khemia 2 Screenshots and Character Art - Press Release http://tinyurl.com/nwuaet
PS3: Gran Turismo 5 is rumored to out in the UK November 27th. http://tinyurl.com/kmeyyg
PS3: PlayTv updates being worked on. remote play with Aino, Freeview HD, series link, and other fixes. http://tinyurl.com/ktubxg
360: Dead Space Suit is in Tiger Woods 10. wearing the suit unlocks the "no known survivors" achievement. http://tinyurl.com/mtaecj
PS3: Wild Arms 2 has been rated by the ESRB. it's the PS1 version. http://tinyurl.com/lbzsl7
TellTale games say that Episodic Day Of The Tentacle is feasible, it is the last of the big three to be made. http://tinyurl.com/luy7zt
PS3: New fathers day bundle for $399 has a extra dual shock as well as Motorstorm and Resistance. http://tinyurl.com/m9qbeo
PS3: Heavy Rain Dev's are selling their motion capture library as a way to recover the costs of making the game. http://tinyurl.com/kq8fzj
PS3: GameStop expect there to be a "meaningful" PS3 price drop around the Madden NFL 10 Launch. http://tinyurl.com/mfr57u
PS3: ESRB rates Buzz Jr RoboJam, Topatoi, and SingStar Sampler Pack. http://tinyurl.com/mks34t
Ed Boon, Mortal Kombat creator, has confirmed that MK9 is a mature game, just what people asked for. http://tinyurl.com/m9fljk
Deadline Games confirm they were working on 3 games when they went bankrupt. 2 were download, third was new IP. http://tinyurl.com/lb8yej
Tiga, videogame trade association, says PEGI's ratings need improvement, logos to be instinctively recognizable. http://tinyurl.com/lq4t5l
Restructuring at Sony is set to save them over $3Billion (JPY300 Billion) during fiscal 2009. http://tinyurl.com/mdvgss
PS3: Motion controller spring 2010, first and third party content. has rumble, up to 4 controllers, voice input http://tinyurl.com/lmbvrq
Saturday, June 20, 2009
Re-Cap of Yesterdays News (oldest to newest)
Friday, June 19, 2009
Koei - Loads Of Mana Khemia 2 Screenshots and Character Art - Press Release
Koei have released a load of screenshots for Mana Khemia 2. the game is being published in America by NIS and is set for a Fall 2009 Release.
The Game features 2 main characters, each with their own story line. both story line endings can change depending on what happens in the game.
Screenshots
Character Art
Press Release
Key Features
Dual Battle: ManaKhemia2 adopts a unique type of turn based battle system. You will have a set of attackers and supporters that switch in and out throughout the battle with attack/support actions.
Massive Item Crafting: Over 100 items to craft. Players can search for ingredients throughout the world and create new items using what you’ve found.
2 Main Characters: There are 2 separate stories ready for ManaKhemia2. Depending on how you played the game can alter the ending, so there are 2 storylines for the 2 main characters.
MANA KHEMIA 2: FALL OF ALCHEMY COMING FALL 2009!
RELEASE DATE:Fall 2009
PLATFORM:PlayStation® 2
GENRE:RPG
PLAYER(S):1
ESRB:RP
PUBLISHER: NIS America
DEVELOPER:Gust
NIS America is a subsidiary of Nippon Ichi Software, Inc., a Japanese company famous for its unique line of strategy RPGs including titles such as Disgaea, Phantom Brave, and MakaiKingdom.
In 2003, NIS America was established in Southern California to publish exciting and innovative game titles for North America.
NIS America’s team members devote themselves to the fans. Our respect for our fans is at the heart of everything we do. As a growing strategy RPG publisher in the U.S., we are committed to continuous improvement and dedication.
About NIS America
Gust Co., LTD. (Gust) was established on October 1st, 1993 in Nagano, Japan as an entertainment software developer. Gust strives to create sensible new games that continually advance gaming technology to fulfill the dreams and expectations of their fans around the world.
For Immediate Release
Santa Ana, CA (May 7, 2009) –NIS America revealed today that ManaKhemia2: Fall of Alchemy will be coming to North America this coming fall.
As the bench mark of hardcore RPG titles, ManaKhemiaevolves to a new level for the PlayStation®2. With the ultimate 2D graphics blended with anime influenced 3D environments, the visuals are stunning. Game play is as excellent as its looks with plenty of action and tons of item crafting. Players can indulge in the hardcore world of gaming with the highest degree possible on the PlayStation®2 platform.
Re-Cap of Yesterdays News (oldest to newest)
QTE Blog: New Zero Punctuation - E3 2009 http://tinyurl.com/ncqdgg
QTE Blog: Re-Cap of Yesterdays News (oldest to newest) http://tinyurl.com/krqfuk
The Koei Tecmo Merger is also bringing a cross over of certain game titles from both companies. http://tinyurl.com/nt2nxt
If Monkey Island, out this summer, sells well more Point and Click games from LucasArts could be released http://tinyurl.com/n5ecjy
RT @majornelson: The issues around accessing Xbox LIVE Marketplace content are now resolved.
Modern Warfare 2 Will not have a multiplayer Fee. Infinity Ward deny knowledge of the Fee. Could be Call Of Duty http://tinyurl.com/mcb6h6
Genesis: a fan has made a US copy of Alien Soldier, with box, working cartridge and manual. never released in US. http://tinyurl.com/nddclo
QTE Blog: UK PSN Update 18/06/09 http://tinyurl.com/lfayqy
PS3: Sony EU Blog say that Blast Factor Trophy Patch is coming out in EU, but can't say when. http://tinyurl.com/m6ygm7
360: Xbox Originals has been renamed Games On Demand. Now supports credit card transactions. http://tinyurl.com/mxn6vo
PS3:Debate over Ghostbusters increases, Eurogamer call out Terminal Reality over their excuse for worse graphics. http://tinyurl.com/ku7gdk
DSi: New footage for Pokemon Gold/Silver has been released. shows pokemon following you, pichu, battles, and more http://tinyurl.com/kjkrrp
360: Burnout Paradise DLC, Big Surf Island, is still down after Xbox Live maintenance. fix being worked on. http://tinyurl.com/m77e4k
QTE Blog: Sega - Lets Catch Screenshots And Lets Tap Is Released June 19th - Press Release http://tinyurl.com/la2q4b
QTE Blog: Microsoft - Pre-Order Halo ODST and Get Sgt. Johnson As A Firefight Playable Character - Press .. http://tinyurl.com/l63g5n
Splatterhouse will miss it's 2009 release window and is set for 2010 instead. http://tinyurl.com/kow42o
inXile has trademarked Choplifter for release as a downloadable game. unknown if its port of 1982 game. http://tinyurl.com/n3wfhg
QTE Blog: 2K Sports - Winning Game Cover, As Voted By The Public, for NBA 2K10 Announced - Press Release http://tinyurl.com/nysyps
PS3: Bionic Commando Rearmed is getting a trophy patch, new difficulty setting, bug fixes, and more. http://tinyurl.com/nwjtv4
360: Microsoft has confirmed that a 512MB Arcade Model is now shipping as standard, instead of 256MB. http://tinyurl.com/moe7w7
Capcom announce that the next MotoGP game will be out March 2010, normally its out near the end of the season. http://tinyurl.com/m85vbt
PS3: Joost has now launched a PS3 version of it's site. http://tinyurl.com/l8ls6m
Post E3 Survay shows that Halo ODST, God Of War 3 and Wii Sports Resort are the most desired games from the show. http://tinyurl.com/nkjshv
Many US Retailers have DJ Hero priced at $120. Modern warfare 2, Collectors Edition, $80 and Tony Hawk Ride $120. http://tinyurl.com/muo6rt
DSi: Tingle Website updated teasing a TV, http://tinyurl.com/nbykd6, Whilst 3 very short vids have been released http://tinyurl.com/n4bvkh
Thursday, June 18, 2009
2K Sports - Winning Game Cover, As Voted By The Public, for NBA 2K10 Announced - Press Release
2K Sports have announced that a winner has been chosen in the peoples vote for the game cover of NBA 2K10. The Picture Above is the winning Box Art for the game.
2K Sports also congratulate its Cover Athlete, Kobe Bryant, who averaged over 32 points, five rebounds, and seven assists during the series, was named NBA Finals MVP
Press Release
NEW YORK --(Business Wire)-- Jun 18, 2009 2K Sports today congratulates cover athlete and spokesman of NBA 2K10, Kobe Bryant of the Los Angeles Lakers, on his fourth career NBA championship after recently defeating the Orlando Magic in the 2009 NBA Finals. Bryant, who averaged over 32 points, five rebounds, and seven assists during the series, was named NBA Finals MVP and this fall will lend his championship pedigree to NBA 2K10, the #1 selling basketball video game* and #1 rated NBA simulation **.
“We want to congratulate Kobe on the phenomenal accomplishment of winning his fourth career NBA championship with the Los Angeles Lakers, along with being named NBA Finals MVP,” said Greg Thomas, senior vice president of sports development for 2K. “He’s undoubtedly solidified his legacy as one of the greatest players in NBA history, and we couldn’t have chosen to partner with a more fitting player to be on the cover of NBA 2K10 this season, our 10th anniversary of theNBA 2K franchise.”
“It’s been an incredible journey for me and our team, and all of us could not be any happier right now,” said Bryant, a four-time NBA Champion for the Los Angeles Lakers. “It's an exciting time to be partnered with 2K Sports right now, as we look forward to releasing a championship-caliber game together for 2K's 10th Anniversary NBA Game."
In celebration of Bryant’s fourth career NBA championship, the result of the fan voting contest to select the official NBA 2K10 box cover is being revealed. Fans had the opportunity to select from four different NBA 2K10 box covers, and the winning selection is the image of a passionate Bryant emphatically popping his Los Angeles Lakers jersey. Other box covers included a classic image of Bryant driving the lane and another of Kobe hanging in the air grasping a basketball.
Coming this fall, NBA 2K10 is expected to deliver the most realistic, stylistic, and feature-rich simulation experience ever available in the NBA 2K franchise – from gameplay to graphics, presentation and online features. Developed by Visual Concepts, NBA 2K10 is not yet rated by the ESRB and will be available for Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, PLAYSTATION®3 computer entertainment system, PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system, PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) system, Wii™ system from Nintendo, and Windows PC. For more information, please visitwww.2ksports.com/games/nba2k10.
2K Sports is a division of 2K, a publishing label of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO).
* According to The NPD Group estimates of U.S. retail video game sales of Xbox 360 and PLAYSTATION®3 NBA titles from October 2008 through May 2009.
** The NBA 2K series, published by 2K Sports, outranked competitors based on GameRankings.com average scores of 2001-2008 NBA video games.
About Take-Two Interactive Software
Headquartered in New York City, Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. is a global developer, marketer, distributor and publisher of interactive entertainment software games for the PC, PLAYSTATION®3 and PlayStation®2 computer entertainment systems, PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) system, Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, Wii™ and Nintendo DS™. The Company publishes and develops products through its wholly owned labels Rockstar Games and 2K, which publishes its titles under 2K Games, 2K Sports and 2K Play. Take-Two also distributes software, hardware and accessories in North America through its Jack of All Games subsidiary. The Company’s common stock is publicly traded on NASDAQ under the symbol TTWO. For more corporate and product information please visit our website at www.take2games.com.
NBA
The NBA and individual NBA member team identifications used on or in this product are trademarks, copyrighted designs and other forms of intellectual property of NBA Properties, Inc. and the respective NBA member teams and may not be used, in whole or in part, without the prior written consent of NBA Properties, Inc. (C) 2008 NBA Properties, Inc. All rights reserved.
Microsoft, Xbox, Xbox 360, Xbox LIVE, and the Xbox logos are trademarks of the Microsoft group of companies and are used under license from Microsoft.
"PlayStation", "PLAYSTATION", "PS" Family logo and "PSP" are registered trademarks of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. PSP® system – Memory Stick Duo™ may be required (sold separately).
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All trademarks and copyrights contained herein are the property of their respective holders.
Microsoft - Pre-Order Halo ODST and Get Sgt. Johnson As A Firefight Playable Character - Press Release
Firefight is a new multiplayer mode where you and your friends are a ODST squad and fight together against ever increasing waves of enemies.
Press Release
LONDON – 18 June 2009: Listen up rookies! “Halo 3: ODST” drops on September 22, but will you and your team have what it takes to survive the Covenant onslaught in the new cooperative multiplayer mode, Firefight? Firefight will put you to the test as you and your friends assume the role of an ODST squad and fight together to take on increasingly challenging waves of enemies. It’s where new “Halo” heroes will be born, and an opportunity to step into the boots of a legend. If you pre-order “Halo 3: ODST” at participating retailers, you will receive a token to unlock grizzled UNSC hero Sgt. Johnson as a playable character in Firefight.
Fan favourite and “Halo” series stalwart Sergeant Avery Junior Johnson is a tough-as-nails career Marine who has been in more life or death battles than you've had hot meals. He’s survived more infectious Flood outbreaks, greased more Covenant bad guys, and earned more medals than any other twenty soldiers. And now you get to walk a mile in his shoes.
New campaign
Developed exclusively for Xbox 360 by acclaimed developer Bungie, “Halo 3: ODST” is a new game in the “Halo” saga that lets people experience events leading up to the epic story told in “Halo 3” through the eyes of an ODST (Orbital Drop Shock Trooper), as they search for clues leading to the whereabouts of their scattered squad and the motivations behind the Covenant’s invasion of New Mombasa.
New cooperative multiplayer experience
In addition to a brand new campaign, “Halo 3: ODST” introduces a new cooperative multiplayer mode called Firefight which allows “Halo” fans to experience co-operative gaming in a whole new way: they will be fighting as members of an ODST squad against waves of increasingly challenging enemies across a variety of battlefields. This experience is made even more intense with the integration of “Halo 3’s” “skulls,” which progressively activate as time goes on to alter the gameplay and up the challenge. Players will battle through wave after wave in search of high scores, Achievements and bragging rights.
The complete “Halo 3” competitive multiplayer collection
“Halo 3: ODST” also includes a second standalone disc with three new “Halo 3” multiplayer maps, all original “Halo 3” maps, as well as the “Legendary,” “Heroic,” and “Mythic” Map packs for a total of 24 maps.
Ensure your place in the “Halo: Reach” beta
Purchasing “Halo 3: ODST” will ensure “Halo” fans get access to the “Halo: Reach” multiplayer beta when the beta goes live in the future. Announced at E3 2009, “Halo: Reach” is the prequel to the blockbuster “Halo” trilogy and is scheduled for release in fall of 2010.
“Halo 3: ODST” will have a suggested retail price of £39.99. “Halo 3: ODST” is rated PEGI 16+.
For more information about “Halo 3: ODST” and to download assets of Sgt. Johnson, the “Halo 3: ODST”, check out http://www.microsoft.gamespress.com/.
About Xbox 360
Xbox 360 is a superior video game and entertainment system delivering the best games, unique entertainment features and a unified online gaming network that revolve around gamers. Xbox 360 has a portfolio of more than 300 games in nearly 40 countries. More information can be found online athttp://www.xbox.com/xbox360.
About Microsoft Game Studios
Microsoft Game Studios is a leading worldwide publisher and developer of games for the Xbox and Xbox 360 video game systems, the Windows operating system and online platforms. Comprising a network of top developers, Microsoft Game Studios is committed to creating innovative and diverse games for Windows (http://www.microsoft.com/games), including such franchises as “Age of Empires,” “Flight Simulator” and “Zoo Tycoon”; Xbox and Xbox 360 (http://www.xbox.com), including such games as “Gears of War” and franchises such as “Halo,” “Fable,” “Project Gotham Racing” and “Forza Motorsport”; and MSN Games (http://www.games.msn.com), the official games channel for the MSN network and home to such hits as “Bejeweled” and “Hexic.
About Xbox LIVE
Xbox LIVE is the first and most comprehensive unified online entertainment network seamlessly integrated throughout the entire console experience, making it easy for people to find the friends, games and entertainment they want from the moment they power on their Xbox 360 system. Xbox LIVE connects millions of members across 26 countries to enjoy hundreds of multiplayer games, downloadable games via Xbox LIVE Arcade, free and premium playable game demos, music videos, TV shows and movies in the United States as well as new game levels, characters and vehicles for all their favourite retail games. More information can be found online athttp://www.xbox.com/en-us/live.
About Xbox LIVE Arcade
Xbox LIVE Arcade on Xbox 360 is the premier destination for digitally distributed high-definition games. Xbox LIVE Arcade is a fast-growing phenomenon with a diverse library of original development and classic titles from the world’s best independent and established developers and publishers. With a dynamically updated library and free trials for every title, Xbox LIVE Arcade makes it easy for every type of gamer — from casual to hard-core — to get instantly immersed in the fun. Xbox LIVE Arcade also lets friends connect and play these incredible games either from the same room or from around the world via the Xbox LIVE online entertainment network. More information can be found online athttp://www.xbox.com/en-US/games/livearcade.
About Microsoft
Founded in 1975, Microsoft (Nasdaq “MSFT”) is the worldwide leader in software, services and solutions that help people and businesses realize their full potential.
Sega - Lets Catch Screenshots And Lets Tap Is Released June 19th - Press Release
Lets Catch is a new twist on the game of catch, with 6 different single player and multiplayer modes, including passing a bomb before it explodes, which require timing and hand eye coordination.
Press Release
LONDON & SAN FRANCISCO (June 16, 2009) – SEGA® Europe Ltd. and SEGA America, Inc. today announced they have shipped LET’S TAP™ for Nintendo Wii™, which will be available at retail for £24.99. Another Wii exclusive, LET’S CATCH™, Yuji Naka’s second title from his Prope studio, will be available for download from the Nintendo Channel store on the day of the LET’S TAP release - 19th of June 2009.
Blazing new ground in the Nintendo Wii™ control design allows LET’S TAP players to simply tap their fingers on the Wii remote, giving hours of simple unadulterated fun. LET’S CATCH brings the time-honoured game of catch into players homes but with some creative new twists! LET’S TAP and LET’S CATCH are the first two products developed by Prope, the studio that Sonic the Hedgehog™ creator Yuji Naka established in 2006.
“We’re very excited to offer this new and innovative way of playing with the Wii” says Gary Knight, European Marketing Director SEGA Europe. “Let’s Tap and Let’s Catch have made outstanding use of the creative technology available on this platform, making gaming easy for all generations and levels of players.”
Developed exclusively for Nintendo’s Wii™ system, LET’S TAP utilises a ground-breaking control scheme whereby the Wii remote is placed on a box or flat surface so it can detect minute vibrations. Consumers of all ages and skill levels then tap the box or flat surface to interact with the game, so there’s no need to hold the controller!
LET’S TAP presents an assortment of different finger-tapping challenges for players to master, in Tap Runner differing finger tapping pressure makes simple stick figure racers run through an obstacle course, whilst Visualizer allows users to create dazzling fireworks, dramatic paint strokes and other effects as they tap out different rhythm patterns corresponding to different effects. Silent Blocks finds players taking turns removing blocks from a large stack, but tapping too hard will result in a collapsing stack of blocks. Bubble Voyager allows players to fly through space, blasting obstacles and enemies in order to reach the far stretches of the universe, and finally Rhythm Tap sees players tapping their fingers in time to high energy music.
LET’S CATCH is a new twist on the game of catch with six different single and multiplayer modes to play. Excelling through good timing and hand-eye coordination, players will find themselves playing games that range from passing a bomb before it explodes; testing their ability to catch a fast ball, and challenging throwing accuracy.
LET’S TAP and LET’S CATCH were developed at Prope Tokyo. For more information on both titles please visit www.sega.com/letstap
About SEGA® Europe:
SEGA® Europe Ltd. is the European Distribution arm of Tokyo, Japan-based SEGA® Corporation, and a worldwide leader in interactive entertainment both inside and outside the home. The company develops and distributes interactive entertainment software products for a variety of hardware platforms including PC, wireless devices, and those manufactured by Nintendo, Microsoft and Sony Computer Entertainment Europe. SEGA Europe’s web site is located at www.sega-europe.com.
About SEGA of America
SEGA® of America, Inc. is the American arm of Tokyo, Japan-based SEGA® Corporation, a worldwide leader in interactive entertainment both inside and outside the home. The company develops, publishes and distributes interactive entertainment software products for a variety of hardware platforms including PC, wireless devices, and those manufactured by Nintendo, Microsoft and Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. SEGA of America’s Web site is located at www.sega.com/us
UK PSN Update 18/06/09
Small PSN Update this week. EU Playstation Blog reconsises this by saying "After last Thursday’s mammoth update to the PlayStation Store, things have calmed down a little this week, so if you missed any of the great content from Thursday 11th June, or the previous weeks, then this could be a good opportunity for you to catch up. "1
PS3 Games
Motorstorm 2 Pacfici Rift – Jester Signature Livery [Free]
Demo's
NONE
Guitar Hero - World Tour
Ben Harper and Relentless7 Trac Pack [£4.39]
“Fly One Time” by Ben Harper and Relentless7 [£1.59]
“Number With No Name” by Ben Harper and Relentless7 [£1.59]
“Tshimmer and Shine” by Ben Harper and Relentless7 [£1.59]
Rock Band
NONE
Videos
inFamous - Behind the Scenes, Technology
Assassins Creed 2 – Commented Gameplay Trailer
Mini Ninjas – Hiro Character
Motorstorm 2 Pacific Rift – Speed Expansion Trailer
Inferno Pool Trailer
Wallpaper
Assassins Creed 2 Wallpaper
Theme
NONE
PS1 Classic
NONE
PSP
NONE
1 http://blog.eu.playstation.com/2009/06/18/playstation-store-update-%e2%80%93-18th-june-2009/