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Konami and Microsoft are working to fix the connectivity issues some players are facing.
Konami Digital Entertainment GmbH today addressed that they are aware that a small number of customers are experiencing difficulty connecting while trying to play online. Microsoft and Konami are both working to fix the problem at hand. We’ll let you know when a fix comes along.
Tuesday, May 29, 2007
B-Side News: Shadowrun Available Now for Xbox 360 and PC
Shadowrun has gone on sale today, retailing for $59.99 for Xbox 360 and $49.99 for Windows Vista.
Shadowrun goes on sale today. It carries a MSRP of $59.99 for Xbox 360, and $49.99 for Windows Vista. Shadowrun is rated “M” for Mature.
Shadowrun is a FPS offering cross-platform multiplayer for both PC and Xbox 360 players. Players can choose between four different races including human, elf, dwarf or troll. Shadowrun will come with nine maps and three map variations. The game is set in a futuristic Santos, Brazil.
Shadowrun goes on sale today. It carries a MSRP of $59.99 for Xbox 360, and $49.99 for Windows Vista. Shadowrun is rated “M” for Mature.
Shadowrun is a FPS offering cross-platform multiplayer for both PC and Xbox 360 players. Players can choose between four different races including human, elf, dwarf or troll. Shadowrun will come with nine maps and three map variations. The game is set in a futuristic Santos, Brazil.
Monday, May 21, 2007
B-side News: EA Announces Partnership with The9
EA has invested $167 million into the Chinese online operator The9 Ltd. to bring FIFA among other titles to mainland China.
Electronics Art announced today that they have made an investment of roughly $167 million in The9 Ltd. The company is a leading online game operator in China. Both companies also announced a licensing agreement that allows for The9 to publish EA Sports FIFA Online in China. EA will own approximately 15 percent of the common shares of The9.
The9 currently operates licensed MMORPGs in China. Some of these include MU, World of Warcraft, Soul of The Ultimate Nation, and Joyful Journey West.
“EA will be a strong partner for us in the rapidly expanding online game market in China,” said Jun Zhu, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of The9. “We are seeing strong interest in online sports games in China with the upcoming 2008 Beijing Olympics and the FIFA World Cup in 2010, and FIFA Online is set to be a top favorite in the Chinese market.”
Electronics Art announced today that they have made an investment of roughly $167 million in The9 Ltd. The company is a leading online game operator in China. Both companies also announced a licensing agreement that allows for The9 to publish EA Sports FIFA Online in China. EA will own approximately 15 percent of the common shares of The9.
The9 currently operates licensed MMORPGs in China. Some of these include MU, World of Warcraft, Soul of The Ultimate Nation, and Joyful Journey West.
“EA will be a strong partner for us in the rapidly expanding online game market in China,” said Jun Zhu, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of The9. “We are seeing strong interest in online sports games in China with the upcoming 2008 Beijing Olympics and the FIFA World Cup in 2010, and FIFA Online is set to be a top favorite in the Chinese market.”
B-side News: Ubisoft Announces My Coach Line of Casual Titles
All I can say is that, people need some reading comprehension to prevent double news posts. Hence the recent influx of B-side news. Trust me, I don't prefer putting up B-side news instead of an actual news story for the site I write for.
My Coach titles promote personal improvement and will be released across Wii and Nintendo DS later this year.
My Coach titles promote personal improvement and will be released across Wii and Nintendo DS later this year.
Ubisoft is continuing their Nintendo DS support with more casual games. The publisher today announced the My Coach series of games, which will act as an extension of the already released Petz line of Nintendo DS titles.
Ubisoft apparently have even more casual oriented games in development, as they have appointed Pauline Jacquey as executive producer of casual games at Ubisoft.
“Ubisoft’s vision for this business is unique,” said Pauline Jacquey. “We are developing projects that make people feel that playing games is worth their while, allowing them to spend quality time with family and friends, learn a new skill, or improve their daily lives.
By creating games with real-life benefits, we are creating games that appeal to everyone.”
The My Coach series of titles will be educational titles designed to stimulate creative thinking. The first two titles to be released will be My Word Coach and My Life Coach. My Word Coach is being developed jointly with linguists; and intends to assist players in refining their verbal and vocabulary skills. My Word Coach will be available for both Wii and Nintendo DS this fall.
My Life Coach is a “personal coach” title that’s also being developed in collaboration with a behaviorist. My Life Coach will be available this Holiday for the Nintendo DS.
The successful Petz line of Nintendo DS games will also be making their way to the Wii later this year.
Wednesday, May 16, 2007
B-Side News: Bomberman Blasts onto XBLA this Summer
Bomberman promises to retain the classic multiplayer experience by allowing for 8 players to battle online.
Last week Bomberman was rumored to be making his way to Xbox Live Arcade. This week, we’ve got an official confirmation from Hudson, announcing a new Bomberman title for XBLA with support for up to 8 players online.
Bomberman will allow for full character customization, letting players personalize their character’s appearance to suit their needs with over 10,000 combinations available. In addition to 8-player online play, 4-player local action will also be provided.
"This has been one of our most requested games, our fans have been clamoring for it, and we are thrilled to finally be able to deliver the game they want," said John Greiner, President of Hudson Entertainment. "As our flagship series, Bomberman has been hailed as the best multiplayer game ever created. Now that Xbox LIVE Arcade delivers a truly worldwide multiplayer gaming platform, we can at last bring to market a Bomberman game that represents our long-term vision of the brand."
Bomberman is expected to launch worldwide this Summer.
Last week Bomberman was rumored to be making his way to Xbox Live Arcade. This week, we’ve got an official confirmation from Hudson, announcing a new Bomberman title for XBLA with support for up to 8 players online.
Bomberman will allow for full character customization, letting players personalize their character’s appearance to suit their needs with over 10,000 combinations available. In addition to 8-player online play, 4-player local action will also be provided.
"This has been one of our most requested games, our fans have been clamoring for it, and we are thrilled to finally be able to deliver the game they want," said John Greiner, President of Hudson Entertainment. "As our flagship series, Bomberman has been hailed as the best multiplayer game ever created. Now that Xbox LIVE Arcade delivers a truly worldwide multiplayer gaming platform, we can at last bring to market a Bomberman game that represents our long-term vision of the brand."
Bomberman is expected to launch worldwide this Summer.
B-Side News: Sega Joins the Unreal Engine 3 Bandwagon
Sega is just one of many studios licensing Epic’s Unreal Engine 3.
Sega today announced that they have licensed the Unreal Engine 3 for upcoming projects. All of these titles are being developed in North America.
“SEGA is pleased to arm our developers with the sophisticated tools contained in Epic Games’ Unreal Engine 3,” said Simon Jeffery, President and COO, SEGA of America, Inc. “Its versatility and power will help SEGA create incredible gaming experiences.”
Details on the projects that will be utilizing the Unreal Engine 3 will be announced sometime later this year.
Sega today announced that they have licensed the Unreal Engine 3 for upcoming projects. All of these titles are being developed in North America.
“SEGA is pleased to arm our developers with the sophisticated tools contained in Epic Games’ Unreal Engine 3,” said Simon Jeffery, President and COO, SEGA of America, Inc. “Its versatility and power will help SEGA create incredible gaming experiences.”
Details on the projects that will be utilizing the Unreal Engine 3 will be announced sometime later this year.
Tuesday, May 15, 2007
B-Side News: Next-Gen Wolfenstein Still in Development
A Madison, WI news channel ran a story about developer Raven Software. Some minor tidbits revealed about the next Wolfenstein.
A local Madison, WI news channel (WISC-TV) ran a story this past Friday about Raven Software, located in the Wisconsin city. Raven Software is known for titles such as Quake 4, Marvel: Ultimate Alliance, X-Men Legends, Soldier of Fortunes, and many others. During the story, WISC-TV revealed that Raven Software is currently at work on a next-gen installment of Wolfenstein.
The story detailed that, “The company is currently working on a new game based on the "Wolfenstein" series, and with newer motion-capture technology, it is working with a local actress to be the character in its movie.” Which, really doesn’t tell us much regarding the game, but be happy that it’s in development.
During X05, id Software and Activision announced that the next installment in the Wolfenstein series was being developed at Raven Software for the Xbox 360 and PC. Later on in 2006, Todd Hollenshead, CEO of id Software, stated that the Xbox 360 would be the primary development platform for the next Wolfenstein title. This essentially confirmed John Carmack’s previous sentiments, where he had had mentioned that he would like to switch his primary development efforts over to the Xbox 360, instead of PC.
The WISC-TV story also stated that the next Wolfenstein title won’t be coming out until sometime in 2008. We’ll keep you updated.
A local Madison, WI news channel (WISC-TV) ran a story this past Friday about Raven Software, located in the Wisconsin city. Raven Software is known for titles such as Quake 4, Marvel: Ultimate Alliance, X-Men Legends, Soldier of Fortunes, and many others. During the story, WISC-TV revealed that Raven Software is currently at work on a next-gen installment of Wolfenstein.
The story detailed that, “The company is currently working on a new game based on the "Wolfenstein" series, and with newer motion-capture technology, it is working with a local actress to be the character in its movie.” Which, really doesn’t tell us much regarding the game, but be happy that it’s in development.
During X05, id Software and Activision announced that the next installment in the Wolfenstein series was being developed at Raven Software for the Xbox 360 and PC. Later on in 2006, Todd Hollenshead, CEO of id Software, stated that the Xbox 360 would be the primary development platform for the next Wolfenstein title. This essentially confirmed John Carmack’s previous sentiments, where he had had mentioned that he would like to switch his primary development efforts over to the Xbox 360, instead of PC.
The WISC-TV story also stated that the next Wolfenstein title won’t be coming out until sometime in 2008. We’ll keep you updated.
Monday, May 7, 2007
B-Side News: Project Witches Coming to PS3, Wii, and Xbox 360
I'm dumb and can't figure out how to cut a blog post so I can include additional text and pictures. If anyone can tell me how to, I'd greatly appreciate it for this entry and future entries.
Being developed by Revistronic, Project Witches promises a next-gen experience unlike any other.
Being developed by Revistronic, Project Witches promises a next-gen experience unlike any other.
Project Witches Coming to PS3, Wii, and Xbox 360
Being developed by Revistronic, Project Witches promises a next-gen experience unlike any other.
Project Witches has been announced for PS3, Wii, and Xbox 360. The title is being developed by Revistronic; and will put players in a macabre medieval-esque world.
You’ll control Gwen, a male warrior that is struggling to resist his dark will, but does what’s in his power to rebel against it.
Project Witches is being developed specifically with cooperative play in mind. The modeling, levels, and scenes are being developed so players will work together through Project Witches.
Last of all, Revistronic has stated that they intend to bring out the most from all three next-gen consoles to provide a distinctive gameplay experience.
Thursday, May 3, 2007
B-Side News: Naruto: Ninja Council 3 Release Date Announced
Late again on my update post. Somehow, I doubt anyone really cares if I'm early, on time, or late. For now, enjoy some B-Side News goodness. (It's not that exciting, really.)
Shipping date and new website revealed.
Today, D3Publisher of America announced that Naruto: Ninja Council 3 will be shipping to retail on May 22nd, 2007. The game features 27 players from the shows cast and offers 60 different missions for up to four players. The title will carry a MSRP of $29.95.
The website for Naruto: Ninja Council 3 also launched today. In addition to this Naruto title, this site will act as a hub to all future Naruto titles released on Nintendo platforms. You can check out the site here.
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