E3 2008 is done and over with, but that doesn't mean it's come to an end. There are hours and hours (probably close to several days worth) of video from gaming's biggest showcase event. And that's where the handy-dandy E3 2008 page at Game Trailers comes in handy. Almost 700 videos have been uploaded, categorized, and sorted for everyone who's not a game journalist and couldn't go to E3.
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Wednesday, July 23, 2008
E3 2008 Trailerapalooza
Wednesday, July 16, 2008
Game Adaptation of Wanted in the Works
Warner Bros. Interactive has announced that a game adaptation of the new movie Wanted is in development. The game, which starred Angelina Jolie, Morgan Freeman and James McAvoy, will be developed by GRIN (who are currently working on Bionic Commando). The game is currently slated for a late 2008 release, probably to coincide with the DVD release of the movie.
The Wanted video game will feature intense third-person action, taking combat to a new level with iconic moves — such as “curving bullets” and “Assassin Time” — drawn directly from the film, as well as an innovative, multi-layered cover mechanic. The storyline of the game will pick up where the movie leaves off, providing fans with another chapter to explore both Wesley’s journey into becoming an überassassin and the epic fiction of the Fraternity.Wanted will be coming to unnamed "current generation" consoles and PC.
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Ubisoft Announces I Am Alive
Ubisoft announced a new game at the end of their E3 2008 Press Conference, and it's a title that has appeared on Ubisoft's "In Development" list for a long time: I Am Alive.
I Am Alive is coming to the PC, PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 in the Spring of 2009. In the game, players will take control of a Chicago businessman named Adam. As the game opens, The Windy City is rocked by a major earthquake and players will be required to survive in the now ruined city and avoid looters. The game is being developed by Darkworks (who last did Cold Fear on the PS2/Xbox) and Ubisoft released the first trailer after the Press Conference. And man is it cool:
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Tuesday, July 15, 2008
Tom Clancy's EndWar Coming on October 14
Ubisoft has announced that Tom Clancy's EndWar will be coming to the PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 on October 14. They also confirmed that versions of the game for the DS and PSP are in development.
The company is considering a PC version as well but has made no formal decision yet.
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What Activision Has Planned For 2008 and Beyond
Activision decided to skip this year's E3 festivities and instead are having their own fun. They've announced some new details on the rest of the games they'll be releasing in 2008 along with a tease of new information about games that will be coming in 2009.
First of all, Activision has announced that the new Metallica album "Death Magnetic" will be available as downloadable content for Guitar Hero III on the same day the album is released in stores. It will also be released for Guitar Hero: World Tour when that game comes out later in the fall.
The company also confirmed a number of games they're planning for 2009:
But what the stuff that's coming this year. Hit the "Read Full Post" link to learn more about Call of Duty: World at War, Guitar Hero: World Tour, Quantum of Solace and Spider-Man: Web of Shadows.
Call of Duty: World at War – Building on the Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare engine, Call of Duty: World at War thrusts players into the ruthless and gritty chaos of WWII combat like never before and challenges them to band together to survive the most harrowing and climactic battles in both the European and Pacific theaters. The title re-defines WWII games by offering an uncensored experience with unique enemies, jaw-dropping firepower like the flamethrower, and combat variety, including Kamikaze fighters, Banzai charges and cunning ambush tactics, as well as explosive on-screen action through all new cooperative gameplay. (Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, Nintendo Wii and Games for Windows).
Guitar Hero World Tour - When the house lights go down this fall, a new generation of axe shredders, drummers and fearless frontmen will come together and rock with Guitar Hero World Tour. The latest installment in the #1 best-selling video game franchise of 2007, Guitar Hero World Tour transforms music gaming by expanding Guitar Hero’s signature guitar gameplay into a cooperative band experience that combines the most advanced wireless instruments with new revolutionary online and offline gameplay modes including Band Career and 8-player “Battle of the Bands,” which allows two full bands to compete head-to-head online for the first time ever. The game features a slick newly redesigned guitar, an authentic electronic drum kit and a microphone, as well as an innovative Music Studio music creator that lets players compose, record, edit and share their own rock ‘n’ roll anthems. Music creators will also be able to share their recordings with their friends online through GHTunes where other gamers can download and play an endless supply of unique creations. (Xbox 360, PS3 and PlayStation 2, and Nintendo Wii).
Wolfenstein – From id Software’s critically-acclaimed and multi-million unit selling Wolfenstein universe, which pioneered and defined the first-person action genre, comes the ultimate supernatural thriller. Set within a near-fictional, historical WWII setting, players take on the role of the heroic OSA agent BJ Blazkowicz as they are thrust into the unknown and unexpected to battle against combat troops, otherworldly forces, and the dark science created by a supernatural Nazi force hell-bent on world domination. Wolfenstein offers players an action-packed experience as they investigate the powers of a dark parallel dimension, join with resistance forces, and employ an arsenal of conventional and otherworldly weapons in attempts to annihilate the Nazi war machine. Ensuring a deep variety of action, Wolfenstein provides gamers with an assortment of interlinked missions that drive an intense, story-driven combat experience; while the Wolfenstein multiplayer experience continues the world-renowned tradition of class-based team objective gameplay with a full arsenal of conventional and supernatural weapons for addictive online warfare. (Xbox 360, PS3, Windows PC).
Quantum of Solace – James Bond is back to settle the score in Quantum of Solace. Introducing a more lethal and cunningly efficient Bond, the game blends intense first-person action with a unique third-person cover combat system that allows players to truly feel what it is like to be the ultimate secret agent as they use their stealth, precision shooting and lethal combat skills to progress through missions. Seamlessly blending the heart-pounding action and excitement of the upcoming “Quantum of Solace” feature film with the “Casino Royale” movie, the title propels players into the cinematic experience of international espionage. Based on the renowned Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare game engine that has been specifically engineered to immerse players in the Bond universe, Quantum of Solace delivers high-definition graphics, reactive AI and visually stunning locations inspired by locales portrayed in the films. (Xbox 360, PS3 and PlayStation 2 and the Nintendo Wii and DS).
Spider-Man: Web of Shadows – A deadly symbiote invasion brings total devastation to the streets of New York City in Spider-Man: Web of Shadows, where players have ultimate control over the city’s salvation and Spider-Man’s destiny. Set in an apocalyptic New York City, Spider-Man: Web of Shadows gives players an unprecedented level of gameplay choices, including for the first time, control over the game’s direction and outcome. The all new combat system allows for truly three-dimensional battles that start in the streets, continue up sides of buildings and finish on rooftops. Gamers can instantly switch between Spider-Man’s agile red suit and his formidable black suit, choose to ally with Marvel’s honored heroes or ferocious villains, pick which character abilities to upgrade, and decide which missions to undertake in order to protect Manhattan 2 computer from certain destruction. (Xbox 360, PS3 and PlayStation , PSP, Nintendo Wii and DS, and Windows PC).
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Friday, July 11, 2008
What Electronic Arts Has Planned For E3 08
It's time once again for the E3 (Electronic Entertainment Expo) video game showcase. Running from July 14 through the 17, most major game companies will have their newest projects on hand. Electronic Arts has published their planned E3 lineup and it is massive. The company has plans to show off 24 titles as well as games for mobile phone, the iPod and the iPhone. The list has no surprises, but anytime we can get a closer look at Left 4 Dead is a good one.
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Dead Space
In this new game from EA’s Redwood Shores Studio, a massive deep-space mining ship goes dark after unearthing a strange artifact on a distant planet. Engineer Isaac Clarke embarks on the repair mission, only to uncover a nightmarish bloodbath—the ship’s crew horribly slaughtered and infected by an alien scourge. Now Isaac is cut off, trapped, and engaged in a desperate fight for survival.
FaceBreaker
A new game from EA Canada, FaceBreaker offers irreverent fun, immersive gameplay and eye-popping stylized graphics. In this in-your-face, arcade world full of ego-wielding characters, each boxer comes to life with unique attributes and distinct personal style. In addition, FaceBreaker K.O. Party, built exclusively with Wii™ consumers in mind, brings the magic of social play right into the living room with pick-up-and-punch intuitive gestures. In FaceBreaker, it just feels good to rearrange an opponent's face.
Hasbro Family Game Night
A new game from EA’s Casual label, Hasbro Family Game Night creates a whole new way for families and friends to play together. Players join host Mr. Potato Head as they play the classic Hasbro games well known by all as well as exciting new versions created for the Wii and PlayStation 2 computer entertainment system. Launching this November, Hasbro Family Game Night features family favorites such as Connect Four, Battleship, Yahtzee, Boggle, Sorry! and the all new, Sorry! Sliders.
Littlest Pet Shop
A new game from EA’s Casual Label, Littlest Pet Shop pets come to life this October in the Littlest Pet Shop video game. Launching on the Wii, Nintendo DS (3 versions), and PC, girls can explore three unique worlds as they discover their own magical Pet Shop. Littlest Pet Shop gives girls the opportunity to play with and collect 20 Littlest Pets on the Nintendo DS and 30 on the Wii and PC. Earn Kibble Coins to buy over 100 accessories for pets as well as tons of digital playsets in game from the 2008 toy-line. Players can play in either explore in free-play mode or in compete in more than 15 different fun and accessible mini-games.
Madden NFL 09
Developed by EA Tiburon, the ground-breaking Madden NFL 09 marks the 20th anniversary of one of the best-selling and most critically-acclaimed videogame franchises of all time. Among the more than 85 new features and enhancements, the game includes adaptable gameplay tailored to every type of gamer, improved graphics and animations, and a new network-inspired broadcast style presentation that delivers an authentic NFL experience. With unique controls, modes and presentation, Madden NFL 09 All-Play is designed specifically for the Wii and features fun, approachable and innovative gameplay. No matter the skill level, players can be competitive with three gameplay styles to choose from, ranging from Easy to Advanced.
Mercenaries 2: World in Flames
From Pandemic, an EA studio, Mercenaries 2: World in Flames is an explosive open-world action game set in a massive, highly reactive, war-torn Venezuela. A power-hungry tyrant messes with Venezuela's oil supply, sparking an invasion that turns the country into a warzone. But in this game where gamers play the role of mercenaries, international crisis is all upside and the mercenaries can only profit from all the chaos.
Mirror’s Edge
A new game from EA’s DICE Studio, Mirror’s Edge takes place in a city where information is heavily monitored, agile couriers called Runners transport sensitive data away from prying eyes. Gamers play a Runner called Faith, and this innovative first-person action-adventure is a personal story. In this seemingly utopian paradise, a crime has been committed, Faith’s sister has been framed and now she is being hunted. Mirror’s Edge delivers gamers straight into the shoes of this unique heroine as she traverses the vertigo-inducing cityscape, engaging in intense combat and fast paced chases. From the makers of the groundbreaking Battlefield franchise, Mirror’s Edge is an action-adventure experience unlike any other.
iPhone/iPod Touch Games from EA Mobile
EA Mobile was one of the first companies to announce that they are making games for the iPhone. This July EA Mobile will announce the ever popular Scrabble, Sudoku and Tetris for the iPhone and iPod touch, and coming this fall EA Mobile will announce an original game called Spore Origins, based on the PC/Mac version of Spore. The unique capabilities of the iPhone and iPod touch offer a completely unique mobile gaming experience through the use of features like the accelerometer, touch screens, and high definition graphics.
iPod Games from EA Mobile
Three new iPod games will be available this July – Monopoly, Scrabble and Yahtzee! All three games are based on popular board games and are under license from Hasbro, Inc. The iPod Click Wheel provides an excellent game play experience as players take family fun to their iPod.
Mobile Phone Games from EA Mobile
EA Mobile will offer previews of two original games for the mobile platform Spore Origins and Wolfenstein RPG™, as well as Tetris® POP. Spore Origins is an original action-puzzle game for mobile phones from the creators of The Sims™, and Wolfenstein RPG is a fun mobile version of the classic first person shooter created in conjunction with id Software. Tetris POP is an all new version of Tetris, the consistent best seller on mobile, offering a range of game play with 17 different mini-variations. And finally, attendees can see a demo of the recently-released Kung Fu Panda, based on the major motion picture from DreamWorks Animation.
The Sims 2: Apartment Pets (DS)
From EA’s Redwood Shores Studio, The Sims 2 Apartment Pets for Nintendo DS, players can care for a variety of local pets, including loveable cats and dogs, slithery snakes, hamsters, colorful birds, and cuddly rabbits to make sure they receive the right treatment so that they stay happy, healthy and good looking. Simoleans earned can be used to furnish the perfect apartment and buy fun pet accessories like hats, shoes and toys. Players can use the Nintendo DS touch screen and stylus to play cool mini games and unlock new objects for their Sim and their pets.
Zubo
A new game from EA’s Bright Light Studio, and designed exclusively for the Nintendo DS handheld system, Zubo is perfect for kids of all ages. Launched into the fully 3D world of Zubalon, kids will meet the colorful and comical stars of the game, the Zubos. While traveling through the game, players can befriend any Zubos they meet along the way, feeding and nurturing them, helping them gain skills and strength, and assisting them in chasing off the evil Zombos in strategic battles with an innovative rhythm action mechanic. With 55 Zubos available to find and recruit to a player’s squad, over 100 fully animated comedy battle moves, 10 lands of Zubalon to explore, plus a wealth of interactions and mini-games, Zubo offers a deeply rewarding Nintendo DS experience. Zubo will be available this fall in Europe and spring 2009 in North America.
MySims (PC)
From EA’s Redwood Shores Studio, in MySims, made for the PC, players can find all the fun of the first MySims game plus new and unique online features, characters and content as they create their own town and discover its surprises. New features in MySims, made for the PC, are the ability to safely chat and play games like Tag and Hide-and-Seek with online contacts. Players can also share constructions, like personalized buildings and furniture with up to seven other online friends. Even package and send off custom creations via email or instant message so those select others can use them in their own MySims town.
MySims Kingdom (Wii, DS)
From EA’s Redwood Shores Studio, the MySims Kingdom experience begins in The Capital, the majestic land at the center of the adventure. After meeting an initial cast of characters including King Roland, Princess Butter, and constant companions Buddy and Lyndsay, players can venture beyond The Capital. Adventure awaits as players get in their boats and sail to many more lands on the horizon.
Spore
A new game from EA’s Maxis Studio and industry veteran Will Wright, Spore is a personal universe in a box. In this universe players can create and evolve life, establish tribes, build civilizations and even sculpt entire worlds. In Spore, there are a variety of creation tools that allow players to customize nearly every aspect of the universe: creatures, vehicles, buildings, and even spaceships. While Spore is a single player game, gamers’ creations and other players’ creations are automatically shared between galaxies, providing a limitless number of worlds to explore and play.
Tiger Woods PGA Tour 09
From EA’s Tiburon Studio, Tiger Woods PGA Tour 09 for the Xbox 360 TM will feature dynamic, personalized gameplay via Tiger Woods’ personal coach, Hank Haney. In Tiger Woods PGA Tour 09, a player’s skill level is dynamic, constantly adjusting throughout the round just as it would during a real afternoon out on the links. EA Sports GamerNet is a ground-breaking online innovation that features a refined, easy-to-use interface in Tiger Woods PGA Tour 09. Online play has also been enhanced with Simultaneous Play allowing up to four players the ability to play each hole at the same time. In addition, Tiger Woods PGA Tour 09 All-Play for the Wii features new graphics and user interface while also incorporating interactive and social mini-games. The standing swing control, the most “true to life” golf mechanic you can find in any videogame, truly takes advantage of the Wii console’s unique control scheme.
Tiger Woods PGA Tour 09 (PSP)
From EA’s Tiburon Studio, with Tiger Woods PGA Tour 09 for the PSP, everyone plays and anyone can win. From the seasoned veteran or to the novice hitting the links for the first time, gamers play with maximum control and aim for consistency using a simplified swing system in Tiger Woods PGA Tour 09. Gamers can take aim at family, friends, and rivals in the all-new EA Sports Cup tournament, where momentum is gained or lost after every swing. With easy-to-use swing mechanics and an all-new controller system, gamers play their way to the top of the leader board with Tiger Woods PGA Tour 09.
Warhammer Online: Age of Reckoning
A new title from EA’s Mythic Studio, gamers declare allegiance and join thousands of mighty heroes on the battlefields of Warhammer Online: Age of Reckoning, the new MMORPG from the creators of Dark Age of Camelot. Players enter a grim world of perpetual conflict to fight for the Realms of Order or Destruction and invade enemy lands, besiege imposing fortresses, and sack sprawling capital cities for the glory of the Realm.
Command & Conquer: Red Alert 3
EA Los Angeles has traveled seven years back in time to resurrect Red Alert, the most-beloved series in the storied, 25-million-unit-plus-selling Command & Conquer franchise. Shipping this holiday for the PC and Xbox 360, Command & Conquer Red Alert 3 brings back the series’ trademark light-hearted tone and action-oriented gameplay while breaking new ground in the strategy genre by adding a fully co-operative story campaign, increasing the emphasis on naval gameplay and housing the best looking graphics a Command & Conquer game has ever seen.
Crysis Warhead
Award-winning independent studio Crytek and EA Partners are going back to the South China Sea this fall with the PC-exclusive Crysis Warhead, a parallel story to Crysis, one of the highest rated games last year on any platform. Players will don the Nanosuit of Psycho, the more brash and aggressive Delta Force squadmate of Nomad, experiencing his intense, explosive adventure on the other side of the island. Crysis Warhead is built on a new, enhanced and optimized version of Crytek’s industry-leading CryENGINE 2 technology.
Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince
Gamers will relive all the thrills, action, and excitement of the movie this holiday season! In the game of Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince, players will return to Hogwarts to help Harry survive a fraught sixth year. They will also have a chance to engage in exciting wizard duels, mix and brew magical ingredients in Potions class and take to the air to lead the Gryffindor Quidditch team to victory. Players may even get sidetracked by Ron’s romantic entanglements as they journey towards a dramatic climax and discover the identity of the Half-Blood Prince. From EA’s Bright Light Studio, Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince is scheduled for release in time for the movie launch this fall for the Wii, PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, PlayStation 2, PSP, Nintendo DS, Windows PC, Macintosh and mobile devices.
The Lord of the Rings: Conquest
From Pandemic, an EA studio and the creators behind the best-selling Star Wars Battlefront and Star Wars Battlefront II – players grab their blades, bow or staff and ride onto the battlegrounds of J.R.R. Tolkien’s world to fight for either good or evil. For the first time, an extensive single-player campaign lets players ask the question: “What if Frodo failed to destroy the One Ring?” Including tons of adversarial arenas and both a variety of online and split-screen co-op modes, the gamers’ choice is clear: save Middle-earth or destroy it?
SimCity Creator
From EA’s Redwood Shores Studio, SimCity Creator is a visually exciting experience with a completely new user interface, designed specifically for the Wii and the Wii remote. Players will discover many ways to customize your city, including 13 city styles to explore, such as American, European and Asian themes. For the first time, players will take the liberty to build transportation systems with free placement of rounded and curved roads and rail lines, taking cities to new creative and curvy heights.
NBA Live 09
From EA Canada, NBA Live 09 has fundamentally shifted the way gamers look at sports simulation games and emulates - with absolute precision - an NBA player based on last night, not last season. Coupled with new features like Pick and Roll Control, Defensive Lockdown Control, Signature Playcalling and Quickstrike Ankle-Breakers, the NBA Live experience will hook gamers from beginning to end. For those in need of some extra coaching, NBA Live 09 takes gamers to training camp with the NBA Academy that gives them a chance to hone their skills.
NCAA Football 09
From EA Tiburon, NCAA Football 09 offers the electricity that can only be found on Big Play Saturdays. Powered behind groundbreaking gameplay controls and unique college-style animations, NCAA Football 09 arrives on campus with all the excitement and pageantry of a storied college bowl game. Gamers will experience the exhilaration of making big plays on the field with the ability to directly control and influence the game through the all-new Break Away Engine. The Break Away Engine allows players to break in and out of moves, giving the user ultimate control with instant responsiveness on the field. NCAA Football 09 is all about the wide-open collegiate style gameplay and the unique atmosphere typically found on college football Saturdays.
Skate It
From EA’s Black Box and Montreal studios, Skate It brings the fun and soul of skateboarding to the Wii and Nintendo DS. Loaded with all-new gameplay features and a unique set of controls, gamers can express their very own skate style by carving through the world, owning the sickest spots, and putting together the ultimate skate line. Feel the rush of nailing the gnarliest tricks by using the Wii Remote and the stylus-based Flickit Nintendo controls. Or, players can get in touch with the skateboard even more by planting their feet on the Wii Balance Board, and using it to skate, manual and throw down dozens of other authentic moves. Hands or feet, both can be used to deepen the connection between the player and the boarding experience.
Rock Band 2
Harmonix, the world’s premier music video game company, and MTV Games are taking the groundbreaking music platform that forever changed the face of music video games to the next level this September with the release of Rock Band 2. With the original providing millions of players a new way to interact with the music and artists they love, Rock Band 2 is the next evolution of the franchise that redefined the standard for music games. Delivering an unparalleled selection of new music adding to the Rock Band's already massive library, support for all purchased downloads from the online music store, and an overall deeper gameplay experience, Rock Band 2 will continue to give millions of players a whole new way to enjoy the music and artists they love.
Left 4 Dead
Left 4 Dead (L4D) is a new action title from Valve, creators of the Counter-Strike and Half-Life games, that promises to redefine the co-operative genre as those titles did for multiplayer and single player action games. Due for release on the Xbox 360 and PC this November, the co-operative gameplay of L4D casts four "Survivors" in an epic struggle against hordes of swarming zombies and terrifying "Boss Infected" mutants.
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Thursday, July 10, 2008
What D3 Publisher Has Planned For E3 08
It's time once again for the E3 (Electronic Entertainment Expo) video game showcase. Running from July 14 through the 17, most major game companies will have their newest projects on hand. D3 Publisher is most commonly known for their movie/TV tie-ins (like Naruto) and various other bits of budget software. They have also announced that they will be bringing a game in the Onechanbara series to America, Onechanbara: Bikini Zombie Slayers. Yes, you read that right.
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Onechanbara: Bikini Zombie Slayers – Onechanbara is the ultimate evolution in a third-person blood-splattering hack-and-slash videogame. Players take on the role of the beautiful but deadly Aya or her little sister Saki, both of whom will need to put their legendary samurai skills to the test in order to battle legions of zombies terrorizing their city. Every person met and enemy battled gets the sisters closer to understanding who or what is behind the zombie outbreak and putting an end to it. Onechanbara: Bikini Zombie Slayers is anticipated for release in Q1 2009 on Wii.
Naruto: Clash of Ninja Revolution 2 – Tomy Corporation and D3Publisher’s highly anticipated Naruto: Clash of Ninja Revolution 2 offers an all-new original storyline created for the North American audience and features the largest character roster yet for the Clash of Ninja series. The latest iteration of the hit fighting game represents a huge progression from the previous game, including never-before-seen modes, improved visual presentation, and polished gameplay mechanics. The only four-player Naruto fighting game series available, Naruto: Clash of Ninja Revolution 2 for the Wii home video game console is anticipated for release this fall 2008.
Puzzle Quest: Galactrix – A rich new addition to the beloved Puzzle Quest universe, Puzzle Quest: Galactrix incorporates a powerful blend of puzzle, strategy and RPG gameplay elements, into an all-new futuristic, science-fiction setting. Offering an innovative new hexagonal puzzle board for a wide range of strategic depth, a rich storyline and fresh gameplay elements, Puzzle Quest: Galactrix is a captivating new adventure to explore and conquer in Q1 2009 on Xbox Live Arcade, Nintendo DS and Windows PC.
Ben 10: Alien Force The Game – Based on Cartoon Network’s hit series, Ben 10: Alien Force The Game is the only console videogame allowing players to command and experience the adventures of the Alien Force team. Gamers will help Ben take the DNA-scrambling Omnitrix out of retirement and become the hero as they transform into eight different playable characters—including cousin Gwen, enemy-turned-ally Kevin and five of Ben’s brand new alien forms to utilize their all-new super powers and defeat the intergalactic invaders! Ben 10: Alien Force The Game is a fast-paced, 3D, action adventure offering an unlimited combo system and engaging puzzles and challenges, coming to Wii, PlayStation 2 computer entertainment system, PSP system and Nintendo DS this fall 2008.
Naruto: Path of the Ninja 2 – Tomy Corporation and D3Publisher’s Naruto: Path of the Ninja 2 is the latest in the popular RPG videogame series offering a completely original storyline, expanded character roster featuring 30 playable characters and improvements to the battle system that will give players more options than ever before as they make use of the newly-added Squad Leader and Ninja Tag systems. For those who want to test their mettle against fellow ninja across North America, Naruto: Path of the Ninja 2 will also provide the opportunity to earn points and special ninja cards as players prove their strength over Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection. Naruto: Path of the Ninja 2 is anticipated for release on Nintendo DS this September 2008.
Bangai-O Spirits – Created by revered Japanese developer Treasure, Bangai-O Spirits is a re-imagination of their hit 90s DreamCast game Bangai-O. The twitch-fest shooter gameplay includes more than 160 levels, punishing supermoves, exclusive content for the Western version, and a sensory overload of fireworks onscreen. Bangai-O Spirits boasts a powerful level editor tool, local wireless multiplayer for up to four players and the pioneering new Sound Load technology. Bangai-O Spirits blasts into retail stores August 12, 2008 exclusively for Nintendo DS.
Shaun the Sheep – The only handheld videogame based on the award-winning TV show from Aardman Animation, Shaun the Sheep allows players to assume the role of the lovable sheep, Shaun, as he tries to find the rest of the flock before the Farmer arrives home. Designed exclusively for the Nintendo DS, Shaun the Sheep will feature the fan-favorite characters, items, and locations from the popular stop-motion animated series on the Disney Channel, as well as original content for all new experiences with Shaun. Shaun the Sheep flocks to retail stores on September 23, 2008.
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Wednesday, July 9, 2008
What Capcom Has Planned For E3 08
It's time once again for the E3 (Electronic Entertainment Expo) video game showcase. Running from July 14 through the 17, most major game companies will have their newest projects on hand. From their Capcom Unity blog, Capcom has plans to show eleven titles at E3 with a healthy mix of PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, Wii and PC games. Capcom plans to show off a new "super secret" title known only as Flock. There's no word yet on what "Flock" means, but you know what moves in a flock? Zombies. Please Capcom, give me Dead Rising 2. This E3 presentation will also mark the first time Mega Man 9 (Wii) is on display.
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Saturday, June 28, 2008
Blizzard Announces Diablo III
After weeks of speculation, Blizzard has announced that Diablo III is in development for the PC and Mac. No release date was given, but with Blizzard's time split between Starcraft II, a World of Warcraft expansion and now Diablo III, it might be a while.
Diablo III was announced at Blizzard's WorldWide Invitational in Paris and the initial details at the show included two character classes (Witch Doctor and Barbarian), male and female options for all classes and confirmation that cooperative play will be included.
In addition, Blizzard has launched a very large website for the game at Blizzard.com/diablo3 that includes screenshots, video, concept art, storyline details and an FAQ.
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Tuesday, June 24, 2008
Left 4 Dead Due on 11/4
Left 4 Dead, the multiplayer humans versus zombies shooter from Valve has finally been given a release date. The PC and Xbox 360 game will, appropriately enough, be released on November 4.
The game was originally scheduled to be released last year, but went through a year of delays to tweak the apocalyptic action.
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Friday, June 20, 2008
Disney's Bolt Flies to Game Systems Too
Bolt, the next computer animated movie from Disney (that's not being made by Pixar), will be released in theaters this November. It looks like a video game version will be released right alongside it as Disney Interactive today announced Bolt for the DS, PC, PlayStation 2, PlayStation 3, Wii and Xbox 360.
Here's what Disney had to say about Bolt:
Bolt tells the story of a canine TV star that is inadvertently shipped from Hollywood to New York City, where he begins a cross-country adventure home and makes the surprising discovery that the super powers he thought he had don’t work in the real world. The Bolt video game, which is being developed by Avalanche Software, Disney’s Interactive Studios’ family games development studio, takes place in the world of the action-packed television show and offers the opportunity for Bolt and Penny to travel throughout five international locations, including Russia and Italy.Bolt is voiced by John Travolta, while Penny is voiced by Disney's big star Miley Cyrus. It's unknown if either will lend their voice to the game, but given Disney's track record, it's very likely.
In the game, players take on the heroic personas of the TV star dog, Bolt, and his owner, Penny, from the high-action television series featured within the film. As Bolt, players can use his superpowers, including laser vision and his superbark, which sends out a sonic blast to devastate opponents, and as Penny, players utilize stealth, hacking skills and a wheelbar, inspired by her scooter seen in the movie, to outwit enemies.
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Wednesday, June 11, 2008
High School Musical 3 Games Coming This December
Disney Interactive plans to release two new games to coincide with the third High School Musical movie this December. The main title will be High School Musical 3: Senior Year Dance!, which will be coming to the PC, PlayStation 2, Wii and Xbox 360. A separate DS game, High School Musical 3: Senior Year, will be released as well.
High School Musical 3: Senior Year Dance! is a rhythm game that will require players to move along with the beat using "controllers unique to each video game console." Players will have the option to play as their favorite character (Troy, Gabriella, Sharpay, Ryan, Chad or Taylor) or create their own. The game will include music from all three movies and competitive and cooperative multiplayer modes.
High School Musical 3: Senior Year for the DS is another rhythm game that will allow players to dance through the new movie as their favorite character, but this time with a DS twist.
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Friday, June 6, 2008
First Footage of Duke Nukem Forever
Jason "Jace" Hall is the founder of Monolith Productions and his his previous work at that company includes the well regarded first person shooters FEAR and Condemned: Criminal Origins. He is also the host of the Jace Hall Show videocast (a mix of interviews with video game and entertainment personalities), which is now playing at Crackle. The first episode was uploaded May 30 and boy is it a doozy. Jace Hall got the first look at 3D Realms' Duke Nukem Forever.
First, he interviews George Broussard and Scott Miller of 3D Realms and then at about 4 minutes and 15 seconds into the video the world is treated to their first in-game look at Duke Nukem Forever. It goes for about 40 seconds and reminds me a little of Prey and Doom 3.
Is the long 12-year wait finally over? Maybe, maybe not, but either way, this is more than the world has seen of Duke Nukem Forever in a long time.
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Thursday, June 5, 2008
Crysis Warhead Coming This Fall
EA and Crytek have announced the next game in the Crysis series, Crysis Warhead, will be coming to the PC this Fall. Crysis Warhead will be developed by Crytek's new studio in Budapest and will tell the story of Sergeant "Psycho" Sykes and the other side of the island.
Here's what EA had to say:
More brash and aggressive than his Delta Force squadmate Nomad, players will experience Psycho’s parallel story during the events of the original game, finding that life on the other side of the island is even more intense and explosive than they ever could have imagined. Luckily, Psycho’s Nanosuit is just as capable and he’s equipped with an even bigger arsenal of fully customizable weapons and new vehicles, giving players access to the tools they need to dominate any situation.Crysis Warhead will be built on an enhanced version of the CryEngine 2 that powered the original Crysis. It will also include a bunch of new multiplayer options. EA has said more details on Crysis Warhead will be revealed in the Summer (read: E3).
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Tuesday, June 3, 2008
Neopets Invade DS, PC & Wii
Neopets, the perpetually popular with pre-teens communiuty is coming to the DS, PC and Wii this Fall with Neopets Puzzle Adventure from Capcom. Developed by Inifinite Interactive, the company that created the hopelessly addicting Puzzle Quest, Neopets Puzzle Adventure takes the chip flipping of Othello and Go and adds "new twists that take the adventure to unexpected levels."
Neopets Puzzle Adventure will include more than 150 quests in the singleplayer mode along with Co-op and Head-to-Head multiplayer modes. The game will also tie into the Neopets world as players will be able to unlock codes that can be redeemed for unique items on the Neopets.com website.
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Saturday, May 31, 2008
Gears of War Special Edition and Price Drop Announced
Microsoft has announced that a new two-disc Special Edition of Gears of War will be released for the Xbox 360 on June 24. This will come on the heels of a June 4th price drop for both the PC and Xbox 360 versions of the game. Both Xbox 360 versions will now be available for $39.99, while the PC version will only set you back $29.99.
Here's a list of the bonus content you can expect to find on the second disc of the Special Edition:
Gears of War
Gears of War 2
In other Xbox 360 price drop news, Blue Dragon and Viva Pinata: Party Animals will now be available for $19.99.
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Thursday, May 29, 2008
Everything From Ubisoft's Ubidays 2008 Event
Ubisoft's annual Ubidays event always showcases the big titles the big third-party publisher has in the works. And this year the event has unveiled a bevy of big titles, many of which will likely be released by the end of the year. Although one of the games that is still in the early stages is Beyond Good & Evil 2. Created by Michel Ancel (the creator of Rayman), BG&E2 is the sequel to a GameCube/PC/PS2/Xbox game that is routinely included on "The Best Games You've Never Played" lists.
If you're interested in seeing what all the fuss is about, Ubisoft has posted the latest trailers of all of the games on hand at Ubidays at their video site, Uplay. The site includes the first trailer of Beyond Good & Evil 2 (listed as "Chapter 1: The Pig") along with trailers from Shaun White Snowboarding, Rayman Raving Rabbids TV Party, Far Cry 2, Tom Clancy's EndWar, Brothers in Arms: Hell's Highway, Prince of Persia and Ubisoft's "Game For Everyone" line of casual games for the DS and Wii.
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Wednesday, May 28, 2008
Baja 1000 Game Coming this Fall
Activision has announced they will be publishing a game this Fall based on the grueling Baja 1000 road race. The game will be known as SCORE International Baja 1000 and it will be coming to the PC, PlayStation 2, PlayStation 3, Wii and Xbox 360. It is being developed by Left Field Productions, the development best known for the highly acclaimed N64 game Excitebike 64 and most recently known for the lackluster Wii pseudo-sequel Nitrobike.
Baja 1000 will be attempting to create a realistic version of the race as many vehicles may not make it to the end:
Sporting over 90 vehicles across multiple classes in the real Baja 1000 – including trophy trucks, class I, motorcycles, ATVs and more – the game challenges players to not only be first across the finish line, but also keep their machine intact! Hyper-realistic dirt and damage modeling in the game means players need to be crazy enough to take chances, but not so reckless that their vehicle is destroyed before the race is over.
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Capcom Confirms Street Fighter IV is Coming to PC, PS3 & Xbox 360
After months of wondering which home platforms Street Fighter IV would appear on, Capcom has confirmed that when the game comes home sometime in the near future it will be released on the PC, PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360. Sorry Wii fans.
No release date was announced, but the arcade version should arrive in Japanese arcades in July.
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Monday, May 19, 2008
Women's Murder Club Available on MSN
The first game based on a series of books by James Patterson, Women's Murder Club: Death in Scarlet, is now available for download on MSN Games. The game is an old school adventure game and it was developed by the creator of the Gabriel Knight series. A demo is available, while the full game can be downloaded for $19.99.
Patterson seems very excited about the game (and his recent appearance on The Simpsons) and MSN Games has posted an interview with him where he discusses Death in Scarlet and his future video game plans.
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