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May 26th, 2009, 10:47 Posted By: wraggster
Major US retailer GameStop has listed Activision's Tony Hawk Ride for a price of $119.99, including the new wireless skateboard controller.
The GameStop website also lists a release date of October 13 for the Wii, Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 versions. Activision has not revealed an official price tag - although it has indicated it would be in line with existing Guitar Hero bundles. On GameStop.com the Guitar Hero: World Tour guitar controller bundle is priced at $99.99.
Tony Hawk Ride and the wireless controller was revealed for the first time earlier in the month, but Activision has not announced a release date more specific than autumn 2009. Although the game will be released in Europe during the same period there is continued confusion over whether the Xbox 360 version will be a timed exclusive.
Although listed on other sites such as Amazon.com, no other retailer has stated a price for the game - either in the US or Europe.
http://www.gamesindustry.biz/article...ride-at-USD120
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May 26th, 2009, 00:45 Posted By: wraggster
Newly released:
Rock Band Track Pack: Classic Rock is a standalone software product that allows owners of Rock Band and Rock Band 2 to keep the party going with more hit songs from the pantheon of rock music.
In addition, Rock Band Track Pack: Classic Rock, like all Rock Band software, is compatible with all Rock Band instrument controllers and other current music-based video game peripherals.
Fans who buy the Rock Band Track Pack: Classic Rock for Xbox 360 system can play directly from the disc or download the songs onto their consoles’ hard drives through a free offer with Xbox LIVE® online entertainment network.
With more than 600 tracks available in the Rock Band music catalogue and regular releases of downloadable content every week, Rock Band Track Pack: Classic Rock is yet another way rockers can continue to expand and customize their music libraries.
Rock Band Track Pack: Classic Rock is available on a number of platforms:
Xbox360™
Rock Band Track Pack: Classic Rock US US$ 34.90
Play-Station3™
Rock Band Track Pack: Classic Rock US US$ 34.90
Nintendo Wii™
Rock Band Track Pack: Classic Rock US US$ 34.90
PlayStation2™
Rock Band Track Pack: Classic Rock US US$ 34.90
http://www.play-asia.com/SOap-23-83-...-21p-84-n.html
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May 25th, 2009, 23:54 Posted By: wraggster
Major Nelson received accurate information this week indicating that the Xbox "deal of the week" would be Bionic Commando Rearmed for 400 ($5). A small reminder: to take advantage of the deal, you must have an Xbox Live gold membership, otherwise it'll show as the standard 800 ($10).
It's also worth noting that the Metacritic average for BCR is an 85, while the super new and flashy Bionic Commando is 70. Which one is getting five of your dollars?
http://www.joystiq.com/2009/05/25/gr...r-5-this-week/
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May 25th, 2009, 23:34 Posted By: wraggster
Final Fantasy will not be released in North America until 2010, a billboard advertisement has confirmed.
The billboard, plastered on a building in Los Angeles in preparation of next month's Electronic Entertainment Expo, reveals the date with a simple "Coming 2010" message.
Final Fantasy XIII is scheduled for release in Japan for both the PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 consoles in the fourth quarter of this year. While it was widely believed that localised versions would not be out until 2010, such speculation was not confirmed until this advertisement's appearance.
Last month, publisher Square Enix revealed that its Final Fantasy series has sold 85 million units to date worldwide. Square Enix has just acquired UK games publisher Eidos, and expanded its catalogue to include franchises such as Tomb Raider, Hitman and Deus Ex.
http://www.gamesindustry.biz/article...leased-in-2010
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May 25th, 2009, 00:15 Posted By: wraggster
BNET looked at some patents which suggest that Microsoft might be thinking about an integrated game console/set-top box. Quoting: 'Patent 20080167128 is for watching television on a game console, while patent 20080167127 covers switching a gaming console between various media, including television, video, music, and games, and even using the console as a set-top box. Clearly Microsoft has been interested in controlling the living room, and combining media, gaming, and set-top functions in a single device would make a great deal of sense.' There are also hints of mobile gaming that support the current round of rumors about a combination Xbox-Zune.
http://games.slashdot.org/article.pl.../05/24/1610251
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May 23rd, 2009, 23:07 Posted By: wraggster
New XNA Game for 360:
The first of the apocalipse dawn series however its in a unplayable stage. The idea is there will be three maps each in a different setting. One is in a bunker another a series of dark tunnels and a larger wide open zombie assault. They should be at least 5 guns i have all ready done 1 and a half of the weapons. It should be 4 player online co-op and its a first person shooter. Don't expect straght results am working on my own in spare time. i'll keep you posted on the progress. please don't use the link.
http://www.gameprojects.com/project/?id=eb0d4f0da3
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May 23rd, 2009, 21:36 Posted By: wraggster
Emoticon filled puzzle game, Yosumin Live, is coming to Xbox Live Arcade next week for 800 Microsoft Points ($10). The game has players connect four of the same shape to make a rectangles that vanish with all of the pieces inside. Erase a set number of smiling squares and wobbly worried pieces to beat a level. The game ends when you run out of time.
New for Xbox Live Arcade is a battle mode where you fight with an avatar Yosumin equipped with a secret skill. Frowning green Yosumin can mess with an opponent’s time bar if you make the right move. Worried blue pieces can slow an opponents cursor speed. Yosumin Live has a local and an online battle mode.
Other games coming to Xbox Live Arcade next week are Boggle in the Hasbro Family Game Night collection and the first episode of Wallace & Gromit from Telltale Games.
http://www.siliconera.com/2009/05/22...x-live-arcade/
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May 22nd, 2009, 23:37 Posted By: wraggster
A lot's been made of the new Zune commercial that Microsoft aired recently. If you have haven't seen it, take a look. Now don't get me wrong. I think there's a lot that Microsoft can do with Zune, but this ad doesn't quite do it for me. What's wrong? First, it took a shot at Apple that felt silly -- after all, most consumers don't spend $30,000 to fill up their iPod (how much did it cost to fill yours?). Even if that's the case, buying a Zune Pass won't fill up an iPod either. Second, it started to make a value play that's real, but stopped short of actually making it.
The ad was interesting as it begins the discussion of the value of the Zune Pass. That's important. The power of the Zune Pass lies at the core of the differentiation of their whole business model, subscription services vs. single song downloads. Microsoft needs to go further and explain how these two models can co-exist with each other. Up until now there were only two models for music, the free and ad supported stuff on radio, or music you bought or owned (or perhaps acquired elsewhere). Zune Pass and other similar services change all that. While consumers "rent" video content all the time from theaters, cable companies, Netflix etc, there's also a lot of other stuff sold on DVD. There's no reason for this to be binary -- rent or buy -- it's just never been applied to music and when it has, it's not been explained or marketed well at all.
http://www.engadget.com/2009/05/22/e...ter-zune-tale/
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May 22nd, 2009, 21:20 Posted By: wraggster
Harmonix and MTV Games today announced that three tracks from industrial metal pioneers Ministry will be added to the Rock Band Music Store of downloadable content next week for the Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, PLAYSTATION 3 computer entertainment system and the Wii system. Also coming in next week's lineup is music from The Cranberries and The Zombies.
Ministry played together from 1981 until 2008 and, during this time, laid the foundation for American industrial metal. The "Ministry Pack 01" will feature "Cuz U R Next," from The Wicked Soundtrack by Al Jourgensen, the Ministry frontman-scored soundtrack to the 2008 film, Wicked Lake, as well as "The Great Satan" and the Grammy-nominated"LiesLiesLies,"both from the band's 2006 album Rio Grande Blood. This three pack marks Ministry's first appearance in the Rock Band catalog.
Also making Rock Band soundtrack debuts next week are 60s English rock band, The Zombies, and Irish alternative rock band, The Cranberries. "She's Not There" and "Tell Her No," both from The Zombies self-titled 1966 album, will be made available, as will "Linger," from The Cranberries 1993 album, Everybody Else Is Doing It, So Why Can't We? The song was named by VH1 as one of the 100 Greatest Songs of the 90s.
Tracks:
Ministry "Cuz U R Next"
Ministry "LiesLiesLies"
Ministry "The Great Satan"
The Zombies "She's Not There"
The Zombies "Tell Her No"
The Cranberries "Linger"
(All tracks are original master recordings)
The Ministry tracks will be available for purchase as part of the "Ministry Pack 01" or as individual tracks for Xbox 360 and PLAYSTATION 3 system. These tracks will be available for purchase as individual tracks only for Wii.
Release Date: Tuesday, May 26, 2009
(Xbox LIVE Marketplace for Xbox 360 and in-game Rock Band 2 Music Store for Wii)
Thursday, May 28, 2009
(PlayStation Store)
** Dates for Rock Band game tracks are tentative and subject to change **
Price: $1.99 (160 Microsoft Points) for Xbox 360 per track
$2.00 (200 Wii Points for Wii) per track
$5.49 (440 Microsoft Points for Xbox 360) for "Ministry Pack 01"
Locations: Xbox LIVE Marketplace for Xbox 360
PlayStation Network
In-game Rock Band 2 Music Store for Wii
Rock Band 2 is available for Xbox 360, PLAYSTATION 3 system, PlayStation 2 system and Wii.
There are now more than 680 tracks available to date via disc and download purchase (complete list of tracks at www.rockband.com/music). Rock Band continues to satisfy music fans' and gamers' voracious appetite for rock with more than 40 million paid downloads since its launch on November 20, 2007. The Rock Band Music Store allows players to preview and purchase downloadable individual music tracks and packs from the vast selection of offerings available to date without ever leaving the game as they build their own custom Rock Band library.
Rock Band and Rock Band 2 are rated "T" for Teen (lyrics, suggestive themes) by the ESRB. Music downloads are not rated by the ESRB.
For more information on Rock Band 2 and Harmonix Music Systems please visit www.rockband.com and www.harmonixmusic
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May 22nd, 2009, 20:09 Posted By: wraggster
Newly released today:
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Platforms: Xbox 360, PlayStation 3,PC
Arm Swinging Action -- Fly through the world with our detailed maps, in-depth walkthrough, and all the tips you need to swing easily from sky scraper to sky scraper.
Weapons -- With more weapons then you can shake a cybernetic finger at we have all the info you need to decide which one's are right for you.
Multi-player Drop Kick -- Get an arm up on the enemy with our expert multiplayer strategies.
Acbievements -- Strategies to unlock all 1000 Gamer Points.
http://www.play-asia.com/SOap-23-83-...j-70-308p.html
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May 22nd, 2009, 20:06 Posted By: wraggster
Newly released today:
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Use the bionic arm to swing between towering skyscrapers at breathtaking speed, hook onto distant objects, zip up on hanging girders and choose your own route through the game
Gameplay that moves through horizontal and vertical environments - a 3D game that truly uses all three dimensions Full multiplayer mode with rich stat-tracking to check whether you’re a true commando or a lowly private
Use the power of the bionic arm - and of next-gen physics - to realistically throw massive objects, pummel opponents, whip enemies into the air, or pull the landscape apart
Arm yourself with a variety of weapons worthy of a Bionic Commando
Starring Mike Patton, the former lead singer of Faith No More, as the voice of Nathan Spencer
Developed by Swedish studio GRIN, developers of the highly acclaimed Ghost Recon: Advanced Warfighter series for PC
description
The first true sequel to the classic 1988 original, Bionic Commando™ sees the return of the bionically-enhanced Nathan "R.A.D." Spencer. Time has not been kind to Spencer: Five years after his heroic defeat of the Imperials, he has been betrayed by the government he swore to serve, imprisoned for crimes he didn't commit, and sentenced to death.
Alongside its compelling single player campaign, Bionic Commando will include a fully-fledged multiplayer mode which will be the first online multiplayer game to truly feature an advanced wire mechanic to swing from platform to platform while pursuing your opponents. Players will need to utilize all the skills honed in single player such as Zip Kick, Death from Above and Adrenaline attacks to show the true power of a Bionic Commando. Naturally the game will feature group match-making and in depth stat tracking.
http://www.play-asia.com/SOap-23-83-...j-70-2tlp.html
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May 22nd, 2009, 20:05 Posted By: wraggster
Newly released today:
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Experience epic WWII combat from multiple perspectives as you jump between dozens of units, playing as a pilot, a gunner, a submarine captain or even a carrier fleet commander
Every battle takes place simultaneously in the air, on the sea and beneath the waves. Movement of your fleet and the individual efforts of any one vehicle is critical to success
Huge multi-unit online battles with up to 8 players controlling over 100 units
Cutting-edge graphics bring the Pacific ocean and island chains alive with lush real-world environments, dynamic weather effects and incredibly detailed vehicles and weaponry
Each warship, plane and submarine is authentically designed. The more players know about each units profile, capabilities and weaknesses the better they will fight
Features 11 epic campaign missions, 12 bonus challenge missions, naval training academy and an immersive storyline
description
Prepare for a totally new combat experience as you fight massive air, sea and undersea battles in WWII's Pacific theatre in direct command of multiple warships, planes and submarines in this epic solo and online tactical action game.
For the first time experience the true intensity of large scale aerial and naval combat in a unique mix of direct action and tactical play. Directly control dozens of highly detailed warships, aircraft and submarines in a 'free-control' environment as you design and execute the best plans of attack. Command the colossal firepower of a fully armed battleship, engage the enemy in fierce dogfights through flak-infested skies, or utilise the silent attack of your submarine to unleash deadly torpedo attacks on unsuspecting enemies.
Battlestations: Midway follows the story of naval recruit Henry Walker, whose first assignment as a gunner at Pearl Harbor is the starting point of an incredible career at the heart of the US Pacific Fleet in 1942, in what was to become one of the most inspirational military campaigns in history.
http://www.play-asia.com/SOap-23-83-...j-70-2zsz.html
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May 22nd, 2009, 17:07 Posted By: wraggster
Codemasters' Fuel is big, and while some may argue that size doesn't matter, they're probably just jealous of the open-world racer's immense girth. In fact, the upcoming off-road racing game was recently crowned by Guinness World Records for having the largest playable environment in a console game ever with 5,560 square miles of accessible in-game terrain.
To help us wrap our heads around how big that is, the Codies say that's larger than Hong Kong, Singapore, St Lucia and the Isle of Man put together. Let's just hope developer Asobo (pictured) remembers to fill all that space with enough to do, else it's going to be a very long and boring ride. Are we there yet?
http://www.joystiq.com/2009/05/22/fu...ole-game-ever/
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May 22nd, 2009, 17:04 Posted By: wraggster
As promised, GameTrailers premiered a new gameplay trailer for Modern Warfare 2, featuring firefights in front of a giant jet engine, a S.W.A.T. team deploying, and a guy in a parka (hooded guys are the new bald space marines!), along with a car explosion that would make the A-Team proud.
As exciting as this footage was, the ending reveals that it's just a taste of an "uncut and extended trailer" that will premiere on the game's website on May 24th. Which means that this trailer is an advertisement for a longer advertisement. We don't mind the tactic as long as the result is more gameplay footage in front of our faces.
http://www.joystiq.com/2009/05/22/mo...are-2-trailer/
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May 21st, 2009, 17:24 Posted By: wraggster
Capcom has confirmed to Kotaku that it won't be bringing its zombie-massacre sequel Dead Rising 2 to E3 due to fears about swine flu.
"Our Capcom guys are not coming to E3 because of the Japanese government restrictions," spokesman Chris Kramer told Kotaku. "The company is taking the advisory very seriously." Dead Rising 2 is the only game affected, however.
Japan's government is advising against international travel - the country has 191 confirmed cases of the disease - and Capcom recently cancelled producer Keiji Inafune's planned appearance at the Nordic Game conference this week.
It's Inafune's inability to travel that has cancelled Dead Rising 2's appearance, even though it's being developed in Canada by Blue Castle. "Dead Rising 2 is the only game we won't be able to showcase at E3, because it's at an early stage of development and the team is not comfortable having anyone else demo the code," Kramer said.
Capcom's home town of Osaka reported the first case of swine flu in Japan, and is the worst-affected city in the country.
As yet, no other Japanese developers have cancelled their E3 attendance due to swine flu, although one or two significant companies have yet to confirm their plans with the press.
Last month, E3 organisers the Entertainment Software Association said the expo was "progressing as planned".
We're still going. We're not scared. In the meantime, check out Tom's impressions of Dead Rising 2 from last month's Captivate event.
http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/de...2-wont-make-e3
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May 20th, 2009, 23:10 Posted By: wraggster
With thousands of fans throughout the day cheering him on at the Samsung Experience in New York City's Time Warner Center this past Saturday, WCG Ultimate Gamer runner-up Robert Paz spent over six consecutive hours on his ion drums to set a Guinness World Record for Rock Band 2. Amassing well over ten and a half million points he now holds the Official Guinness World Record for the 'Highest Aggregate Score in all Songs of Rock Band 2.' His achievement will be chronicled in the Guinness World Records 2010 Gamer's Edition.
"Rob 'ProdigyX' Paz is truly living up to his gamer tag, and today he proved that statement by doing something nobody has ever done before," said Aaron Smolick, Director of Marketing for World Cyber Games. "The WCG's year-long events, including the National Final, are perfect venues to showcase gaming at the highest level and amaze fan with never before scene gaming action."
The record attempt was part of the US Invitational held by World Cyber Games (WCG / www.wcg.com/usa), the premier international video games competition. The event - formerly the US Open - featured intense competition throughout the weekend in seven WCG Official Titles on Xbox 360 and PC including Gears of War 2 (Xbox 360), Guitar Hero: World Tour (Xbox 360), Virtua Fighter? 5 (Xbox 360), FIFA 09 (Xbox 360), CounterStrike 1.6 (PC), StarCraft: Brood War (PC) and Warcraft III: The Frozen Throne (PC). Winners are automatically invited to the WCG USA 2009 National Final held in New York City's Javits Center in conjunction with The New York Anime Festival this September 25 through 27.
Over the weekend, Robert also took part of an exclusive mini-reunion of the top six WCG Ultimate Gamers hosted by Joel Gourdin at the Samsung Experience. This video interview will be available on www.samsung.com/newsroom at the end of the week.
To find out more about World Cyber Games and register for upcoming tournaments, please visit www.wcg.com/usa.
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May 20th, 2009, 22:55 Posted By: wraggster
Following last month's Ultor Exposed downloadable content, Volition will be putting out another round of new material in a download called Corporate Warfare. Scheduled to be released on May 28 for Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 platforms, players will get a mission arc that involves the Ultor Corporation and more. A few new vehicles, multiplayer maps, achievements, and options for customization will be included as well.
Corporate Warfare will cost 560 Microsoft Points on Xbox Live and $7.00 through the PlayStation Network.
http://uk.ps3.ign.com/articles/985/985033p1.html
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May 20th, 2009, 22:52 Posted By: wraggster
Today Ubisoft announces that the "Russian Falcons" downloadable content (DLC) pack for Tom Clancy's HAWX for the Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and the PLAYSTATION 3 computer entertainment system will be available on May 21, 2009. The price for the Russian Falcons DLC is 400 Microsoft Points or $4.99 for the PLAYSTATION 3 system.
Unleash the power of Russian aircraft, including the advanced Mig Multifunctional Frontline Fighter, the variable geometry-featured Flogger or the close air support Su-39. Master the extreme maneuvers with an experimental version of the F-18 Hornet, modified to incorporate thrust vectoring technology. Also included is the Mig-31 Foxhound.
For more information on Tom Clancy's HAWX, please visit the game's official site at http://www.hawxgame.com.
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May 20th, 2009, 21:34 Posted By: wraggster
New special offer from Play Asia:
The undisputed NBA franchise is back for its 10th season.
Last year, NBA 2K8 was the top selling basketball game on Xbox 360 and the NBA 2K series has been the #1 rated NBA simulation for seven years running.
NBA 2K9 is the premier basketball game for serious players, and will deliver the most realistic, stylistic, and feature-rich simulation experience ever available in the NBA 2K franchise – from game play to graphics, presentation and online features.
Take your team to victory this week. Available at an unbeatable bargain price of US$ 19.90 only is the region free Asian version of NBA 2K9.
http://www.play-asia.com/SOap-23-83-...-21i-84-n.html
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