Women in Games press release:
Blitz Games Studios today announced its sponsorship and positioning as a key partner and supporter of the UK’s annual Women in Games (WiG) conference. This year’s event, co-organised with Rare Ltd. will take place at Warwick University from the 10th-12th September.
As part of its sponsorship Blitz is providing a fabulous conference dinner at historic Warwick Castle on the night of 11th September for all attendees.
Kim Blake, Education Liaison Manager for Blitz commented, “We’re proud to be one of the trail-blazing developers working closely with academia to promote the industry to a wider range of potential recruits. Teaming up with Women in Games is one of a number of initiatives that we have planned for this year and one that we feel particularly strongly about. While we have a relatively high number of women at Blitz we are looking to increase that figure for ourselves and the industry as a whole.”
Blitz Games Studios’ talented workforce employs 12% percent of women at its HQ in Leamington Spa across a variety of positions in game development as well as the more traditional HR/admin roles.
Jane Sinclair, an organiser of Women in Games and Associate Professor at the University of Warwick added, “We’re delighted to have the support of Blitz as one of our key sponsors. Women In Games continues to grow as a thought provoking and educational event for both the games industry and academia – we hope to announce an especially strong line up for this year very soon.”
The Women In Games conference encourages research and seeks to promote careers for women within the games industry. Making this career path attractive from a female perspective doesn't just make good business sense, it's vital both commercially and artistically.
A major theme of Women in Games 2008 is exploring ways of encouraging more women to enter games and increase their prominence across the industry, ultimately demonstrating how the female perspective can provide a rich new angle on the gaming experience. Other themes will focus on the latest game research with a particular emphasis on areas that affect, or are affected by, women.
Men are welcome too! Although this conference is concerned with women and games please note that men are also very welcome to attend. The industry needs a meaningful dialogue between the sexes as it moves forward.
For further information, to submit a paper or an idea for a session and to register please visit: Women in Games
Thursday, May 29, 2008
Wednesday, May 28, 2008
Importing Rock Band to Australia
We've been playing RockBand on the Xbox 360 for numerous hours now and we have to say we're mightily impressed with the overall package. We imported Rock Band to Australia in what is probably the simplest way if you're in a lucky position like we were. We had family coming over from the UK... bam.. stick it on the plane as excess baggage. Aside from the fact it went missing at Sydney airport, Rock Band showed up the following day, in one piece and was delivered to our door whew.
If you want to import Rock Band to Australia you do actually have a few options open to you and the only real issue is going to be a whopping postage bill because Rock Band with the instruments comes in a mighty big box. Some Game Trader's stores are allegedly selling the Rock Band kit in Australia and they're selling it for not much more than the converted UK price, so be sure and check your local store. Failing that, there are surprisingly a few on eBay at the moment, shipping from Australia, but remember eBay can be a hive of scum and villainy when it involves the purchase of expensive gaming items that are hard to get.
REMEMBER: If you import from the USA (which is a lot cheaper) you will need an NTSC console to play it on. So really you're better off importing Rock Band into Australia from the UK, since they're a PAL region and it works on your Australian PAL console.
If you want to import Rock Band to Australia you do actually have a few options open to you and the only real issue is going to be a whopping postage bill because Rock Band with the instruments comes in a mighty big box. Some Game Trader's stores are allegedly selling the Rock Band kit in Australia and they're selling it for not much more than the converted UK price, so be sure and check your local store. Failing that, there are surprisingly a few on eBay at the moment, shipping from Australia, but remember eBay can be a hive of scum and villainy when it involves the purchase of expensive gaming items that are hard to get.
REMEMBER: If you import from the USA (which is a lot cheaper) you will need an NTSC console to play it on. So really you're better off importing Rock Band into Australia from the UK, since they're a PAL region and it works on your Australian PAL console.
Tuesday, May 27, 2008
Oddworld will return - Lorne Lanning
This is some good news and we therefore thought, well worth sharing! Boss of Oddworld Inhabitants Lorne Lanning has confirmed the studio is definitely worknig on something Oddworld related... yippeee! A few days ago a guy at Maxis let slip Oddworld Inhabitants were working on a new game (or episodic content?) .. oops.
We are huge fans of the Oddworld universe here at Girl Gamers Australia and can't wait to see what Mr Lanning and Jeff Braun from Maxis have in store for us. Bring it! Bring it on! Oh but please include Munch's wheelchair.. thank you.
We are huge fans of the Oddworld universe here at Girl Gamers Australia and can't wait to see what Mr Lanning and Jeff Braun from Maxis have in store for us. Bring it! Bring it on! Oh but please include Munch's wheelchair.. thank you.
Monday, May 26, 2008
Venetica PC & 360 - Daughter of Death
Venetica is said to be a "visually stunning role-play game with a cryptic storyline". We like Venetica because it's a female protagonist. Scarlett is the daughter of death and heroine of Venetica.In the era of Venetica, Death walks among the living as a flesh & blood being, carrying out the deeds of an ancient council known by a few as Corpus. Each generation of the Corpus is set with the task of selecting the next predecessor of the bringer of death. Unfortunately, the most recent council had unwittingly selected a crafty necromancer who is determined on bringing death and destruction to the world.
This conniving impostor has managed to transform into an undead fiend, which no mortal man can kill. This power-crazed necromancer is hell-bent on destroying the reinstated Death and the council of Corpus. Only one person stands in his way, Scarlett, the daughter of Death.
Up to now she has known nothing of her origins, her powers and the capabilities that she possesses – now she is challenged to learn how to develop and use her powers to save her father and curse the necromancer and his henchmen to the eternal hereafter.
Venetica is set to release next year on PC and Xbox 360.
Friday, May 23, 2008
PictoImage Pictionary for Nintendo DS!
A simple idea can sometimes be the best and we think this sounds pretty cool, assuming it works as well in reality as the boardgame does. PictoImage is coming exclusively to Nintendo DS in August 2008.
PictoImage is a pick up and play puzzle game in which players take turns drawing the image of a word, while competitors race against the clock to guess the word first. The words are generated at random and can be anything from an apple, to a waterfall or a butler! Even if art is not your best subject, the three playable modes means there really is something for everyone and it can actually help you learn to draw!
The Multiplayer Mode in PictoImage allows up to eight players to enjoy a variety of party drawing games. In Picture Pass, for example, a subject will be passed from player to player in an image and the last player guesses the subject based on the last drawing. The single-player and two-player mode gets players guessing an image from a library of 300 drawings created by people of all ages whilst the tutorial mode teaches players how to draw different images from the four main categories of Animals, Objects, Food, and Other. Art has never been so much fun!
PictoImage is a pick up and play puzzle game in which players take turns drawing the image of a word, while competitors race against the clock to guess the word first. The words are generated at random and can be anything from an apple, to a waterfall or a butler! Even if art is not your best subject, the three playable modes means there really is something for everyone and it can actually help you learn to draw!
The Multiplayer Mode in PictoImage allows up to eight players to enjoy a variety of party drawing games. In Picture Pass, for example, a subject will be passed from player to player in an image and the last player guesses the subject based on the last drawing. The single-player and two-player mode gets players guessing an image from a library of 300 drawings created by people of all ages whilst the tutorial mode teaches players how to draw different images from the four main categories of Animals, Objects, Food, and Other. Art has never been so much fun!
Thursday, May 22, 2008
Cooking Guide: Can't Decide What To Eat DS
Yeah that is what it sounds like and what with us being a female gaming site, well.. girls.. kitchens.. we're just joshin with you, we actually thought thism ight be interesting to students and that's why we're posting it.. we're not equating women and kitchens, after all I know I prefer gaming to cooking.
Cooking Guide: Can't Decide What To Eat? goes beyond the capabilities of printed cookbooks, Cooking Guide: Can’t Decide What to Eat? will guide each budding chef step by step through all the processes involved in cooking a tasty dish by talking and guiding the player through each recipe. With its numerous international recipe choices, dish search options, videos and simple step-by-step guides to choosing, preparing and cooking a dish, turning even the most hesitant of cooks into confident chefs will be simple. Cooking Guide: Can’t Decide What To Eat? is controlled through the Nintendo DS’s Touch Screen and by the user’s voice through the console’s microphone. It is simple for everyone to use, no matter what their previous experience – either with a Nintendo DS or in the kitchen!
Cooking Guide: Can't Decide What To Eat? goes beyond the capabilities of printed cookbooks, Cooking Guide: Can’t Decide What to Eat? will guide each budding chef step by step through all the processes involved in cooking a tasty dish by talking and guiding the player through each recipe. With its numerous international recipe choices, dish search options, videos and simple step-by-step guides to choosing, preparing and cooking a dish, turning even the most hesitant of cooks into confident chefs will be simple. Cooking Guide: Can’t Decide What To Eat? is controlled through the Nintendo DS’s Touch Screen and by the user’s voice through the console’s microphone. It is simple for everyone to use, no matter what their previous experience – either with a Nintendo DS or in the kitchen!
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
Penny Arcade Adventures Xbox 360
Discover the mysteries of New Arcadia with Gabe and Tycho in “Penny Arcade Adventures: On the Rain-Slick Precipice of Darkness, Episode One,” available on Xbox LIVE Arcade today (21st May, 2008 at 09.00).
The first episodic RPG-Adventure game to grace Xbox LIVE Arcade, “Penny Arcade Adventures: On the Rain-Slick Precipice of Darkness, Episode One” is the result of a collaboration between Hothead Games and Penny Arcade. The first episode sends players to a deranged 1920s comic-book-meets-pulp-horror universe called New Arcadia. Armed with unconventional weaponry, players join forces with Gabe and Tycho of the Startling Developments Detective Agency to make war on bizarre enemies and solve the mysteries hidden deep in the sinister heart of New Arcadia.
“Penny Arcade Adventures: On the Rain-Slick Precipice of Darkness, Episode One” offers players the ability to design their own customisable character, a dynamic turn-based combat system and the ability to transfer your customised character’s stats and inventories to future episodes, or start fresh with each episode. Fans of Penny Arcade will appreciate the authenticity of the game, which features distinctive artwork and characters designed by Mike “Gabe” Krahulik and a story and dialogue written by Jerry “Tycho” Holkins.
Where can I get this game from?
Developed by Hothead Games, “Penny Arcade Adventures: On the Rain-Slick Precipice of Darkness, Episode One” will be available for 1600 Microsoft
The first episodic RPG-Adventure game to grace Xbox LIVE Arcade, “Penny Arcade Adventures: On the Rain-Slick Precipice of Darkness, Episode One” is the result of a collaboration between Hothead Games and Penny Arcade. The first episode sends players to a deranged 1920s comic-book-meets-pulp-horror universe called New Arcadia. Armed with unconventional weaponry, players join forces with Gabe and Tycho of the Startling Developments Detective Agency to make war on bizarre enemies and solve the mysteries hidden deep in the sinister heart of New Arcadia.
“Penny Arcade Adventures: On the Rain-Slick Precipice of Darkness, Episode One” offers players the ability to design their own customisable character, a dynamic turn-based combat system and the ability to transfer your customised character’s stats and inventories to future episodes, or start fresh with each episode. Fans of Penny Arcade will appreciate the authenticity of the game, which features distinctive artwork and characters designed by Mike “Gabe” Krahulik and a story and dialogue written by Jerry “Tycho” Holkins.
Where can I get this game from?
Developed by Hothead Games, “Penny Arcade Adventures: On the Rain-Slick Precipice of Darkness, Episode One” will be available for 1600 Microsoft
Tuesday, May 20, 2008
WiiWare launches in Australia and Europe
Today marks a momentous occasion on Wii as WiiWare storms onto the console in Australia and Europe. Get set to expect the unexpected as a raft of original, fresh and thrilling games from first and third party developers become available to download directly onto your Wii, through the Wii Shop Channel.
Kicking off WiiWare’s launch in style, six superb new titles from developers across Europe and the world are available to download now! Why not treat yourself to the following:
Dr. Mario & Germ Buster from Nintendo
FINAL FANTASY CRYSTAL CHRONICLES: My Life as a King from SQUARE ENIX
LostWinds from Frontier
Star Soldier R from HUDSON SOFT
Toki Tori from Two Tribes B.V.
Kicking off WiiWare’s launch in style, six superb new titles from developers across Europe and the world are available to download now! Why not treat yourself to the following:
Dr. Mario & Germ Buster from Nintendo
FINAL FANTASY CRYSTAL CHRONICLES: My Life as a King from SQUARE ENIX
LostWinds from Frontier
Star Soldier R from HUDSON SOFT
Toki Tori from Two Tribes B.V.
Monday, May 19, 2008
BLEACH: Dark Souls for DS
Straight from the press release:
BLEACH: Dark Souls on the Nintendo DS brings an exclusive storyline, expanded cast of playable characters and fast multi-plane fighting action for up to four players via Wi-Fi. Players will also build a power-packed Spirit Card Deck and collect power crystals to augment their spirit card powers on the lower screen and dish out moves that will directly affect their opponent’s gameplay. With a burgeoning cast of 44 characters including the ability to play as Hollows, players can spend hours experiencing furious fighting gameplay and unlocking personal character stories all based on the series’ story arc.
BLEACH is a popular animated series on Cartoon Network. The series follows the life of a 15-year-old boy, Ichigo Kurosaki, who crosses paths with a Soul Reaper and becomes one. The franchise has established itself as a major anime series in Japan, and is now creating a stir in North America. The first season of the show was featured on Cartoon Network’s program, Adult Swim, and received solid ratings in America this past year. The series is poised for a successful second season that began March 2008.
BLEACH: Dark Souls on the Nintendo DS brings an exclusive storyline, expanded cast of playable characters and fast multi-plane fighting action for up to four players via Wi-Fi. Players will also build a power-packed Spirit Card Deck and collect power crystals to augment their spirit card powers on the lower screen and dish out moves that will directly affect their opponent’s gameplay. With a burgeoning cast of 44 characters including the ability to play as Hollows, players can spend hours experiencing furious fighting gameplay and unlocking personal character stories all based on the series’ story arc.
BLEACH is a popular animated series on Cartoon Network. The series follows the life of a 15-year-old boy, Ichigo Kurosaki, who crosses paths with a Soul Reaper and becomes one. The franchise has established itself as a major anime series in Japan, and is now creating a stir in North America. The first season of the show was featured on Cartoon Network’s program, Adult Swim, and received solid ratings in America this past year. The series is poised for a successful second season that began March 2008.
Friday, May 16, 2008
Golden Axe Beast Rider for X360 and PS3
Golden Axe Beast Rider is an all-new take on the legendary Golden Axe arcade game and who didn't love that back in the day! Golden Axe has been brought bang up to date for next gen consoles and is said to hold onto some of that nostalgia of old. Not many titles can actually pull this off so it will be interesting to see if SEGA can do it with this title.
KEY FEATURES:
• Mounted combat: Unleash a barrage of bites, claws and special attacks, as well as furious swings from the Hero’s own weapon.
• On-foot combat: In line with the series’ lineage, on-foot combat plays a key role in this game, allowing players to alternate between light attacks, heavy attacks, blocks, ripostes, magic, and grappling.
• Realistic dismemberment: Not only will limbs and heads fly off in sword combat, the beasts in Golden Axe Beast Rider will be able to tear enemies apart as well.
• Fidelity to the classic games: Environments, magic, enemies, and beasts are designed to evoke fond memories of the original games.
• Robust single-player campaign: Single player adventure offers more than 12 hours of critical-path gameplay; the option to choose from one of three heroes to play as increases replay value.
KEY FEATURES:
• Mounted combat: Unleash a barrage of bites, claws and special attacks, as well as furious swings from the Hero’s own weapon.
• On-foot combat: In line with the series’ lineage, on-foot combat plays a key role in this game, allowing players to alternate between light attacks, heavy attacks, blocks, ripostes, magic, and grappling.
• Realistic dismemberment: Not only will limbs and heads fly off in sword combat, the beasts in Golden Axe Beast Rider will be able to tear enemies apart as well.
• Fidelity to the classic games: Environments, magic, enemies, and beasts are designed to evoke fond memories of the original games.
• Robust single-player campaign: Single player adventure offers more than 12 hours of critical-path gameplay; the option to choose from one of three heroes to play as increases replay value.
Thursday, May 15, 2008
Final Fantasy Tactics A2 PAL release details
Square Enix Ltd., the publisher of Square Enix interactive entertainment products in Europe and other PAL territories, today announces that FINAL FANTASY TACTICS A2: Grimoire of the Rift will be released across PAL territories on 27th June 2008 exclusively on the Nintendo DS handheld system.
Lead your party to victory across the famous world of Ivalice! FINAL FANTASY TACTICS A2: Grimoire of the Rift turns your Nintendo DS into a tactical battlefield where you can take control of a clan of fighters, mages and more. Summon mighty Scions and Espers to overcome the challenges that await, fulfil your destiny and return home victorious!
With victory comes fame. Earn a reputation for your clan as you win battles and a whole new level of party customisation will open for you to enjoy. The stunning visuals, special effects, and orchestral soundtrack in FINAL FANTASY TACTICS A2: Grimoire of the Rift immerse you in the world, while the soundtrack narrates the famous adventures and triumphs of your clan.
John Yamamoto, president and chief executive officer of Square Enix Ltd. comments, “To our fans’ delight, fun strategy gameplay and an engaging story come together in FINAL FANTASY TACTICS A2: Grimoire of the Rift. Nintendo DS users will be able to enjoy a tactical and epic adventure while exploring the world of Ivalice. This is a deep and absorbing title that I hope everyone will find time to enjoy this summer.”
Lead your party to victory across the famous world of Ivalice! FINAL FANTASY TACTICS A2: Grimoire of the Rift turns your Nintendo DS into a tactical battlefield where you can take control of a clan of fighters, mages and more. Summon mighty Scions and Espers to overcome the challenges that await, fulfil your destiny and return home victorious!
With victory comes fame. Earn a reputation for your clan as you win battles and a whole new level of party customisation will open for you to enjoy. The stunning visuals, special effects, and orchestral soundtrack in FINAL FANTASY TACTICS A2: Grimoire of the Rift immerse you in the world, while the soundtrack narrates the famous adventures and triumphs of your clan.
John Yamamoto, president and chief executive officer of Square Enix Ltd. comments, “To our fans’ delight, fun strategy gameplay and an engaging story come together in FINAL FANTASY TACTICS A2: Grimoire of the Rift. Nintendo DS users will be able to enjoy a tactical and epic adventure while exploring the world of Ivalice. This is a deep and absorbing title that I hope everyone will find time to enjoy this summer.”
Wednesday, May 14, 2008
Secret Agent Clank PSP info
Straight from the Press Release:
Ratchet, Clank, and Captain Qwark return to PSP this summer in Secret Agent Clank, an all new adventure where Clank takes the lead as the titular character. Developed by High Impact Games, the studio that brought Ratchet & Clank®: Size Matters to PSP, Secret Agent Clank brings the humor, quality gameplay and action that fans have come to expect from the franchise back to PSP.
Taking cues from spy classics of the past, Secret Agent Clank presents the Ratchet and Clank universe with a spy themed twist, including Clank as the Galaxy’s greatest undercover agent dressed in a tuxedo. With gadgets ranging from Cufflink Bombs to the Tie-arang and the introduction of Clank-Fu, Clank’s very own style of martial arts, Secret Agent Clank features action oriented moves and gadgets newly upgraded for the franchise. Also new to Clank’s move set are timing based puzzles enabling him to avoid laser fields, struggle to stay alive in a dance of death and subdue enemies with his bare hands. For the first time in the franchise, Clank masters snowboards, speed boats and other vehicles to take part in exciting chases, escape missions and to tail enemies.
In an all new story, players find Ratchet in a maximum security prison for a crime he didn’t commit. The player follows Clank as he dons his secret agent persona in order to prove Ratchet’s innocence. With a combination of stealth, puzzle solving, melee combat and spy weaponry, Clank gathers evidence and follows a trail of clues that takes him to the far reaches of the universe. Ratchet returns as a playable character, receiving weapons from Clank to help him stay alive in prison. Another first for the franchise, Captain Qwark appears as a three dimensional playable character, retelling the tales of Clanks exploits as if he were the champion with the exaggerated, over-the-top humor only Captain Qwark can provide.
Ratchet, Clank, and Captain Qwark return to PSP this summer in Secret Agent Clank, an all new adventure where Clank takes the lead as the titular character. Developed by High Impact Games, the studio that brought Ratchet & Clank®: Size Matters to PSP, Secret Agent Clank brings the humor, quality gameplay and action that fans have come to expect from the franchise back to PSP.
Taking cues from spy classics of the past, Secret Agent Clank presents the Ratchet and Clank universe with a spy themed twist, including Clank as the Galaxy’s greatest undercover agent dressed in a tuxedo. With gadgets ranging from Cufflink Bombs to the Tie-arang and the introduction of Clank-Fu, Clank’s very own style of martial arts, Secret Agent Clank features action oriented moves and gadgets newly upgraded for the franchise. Also new to Clank’s move set are timing based puzzles enabling him to avoid laser fields, struggle to stay alive in a dance of death and subdue enemies with his bare hands. For the first time in the franchise, Clank masters snowboards, speed boats and other vehicles to take part in exciting chases, escape missions and to tail enemies.
In an all new story, players find Ratchet in a maximum security prison for a crime he didn’t commit. The player follows Clank as he dons his secret agent persona in order to prove Ratchet’s innocence. With a combination of stealth, puzzle solving, melee combat and spy weaponry, Clank gathers evidence and follows a trail of clues that takes him to the far reaches of the universe. Ratchet returns as a playable character, receiving weapons from Clank to help him stay alive in prison. Another first for the franchise, Captain Qwark appears as a three dimensional playable character, retelling the tales of Clanks exploits as if he were the champion with the exaggerated, over-the-top humor only Captain Qwark can provide.
Friday, May 9, 2008
Lesbians Love GTA IV?
According to the ladies over at LesbianGamers GTA IV has a deeper message than just run, shoot, kill, maim. Their weekly video show 'Gay Girls Who Game' examined GTA IV in depth on not only a gameplay level, but also a sociopolitical level.
You can see the latest episode of the show at AfterEllen. As you'll also see by the sheer amount of positive comments the review got, the girls may be onto something. The Gay Girls Who Game GTA IV review is thought of as one of the best out there since the game is examined on a deeper level than just graphics, sound etc.
You can see the latest episode of the show at AfterEllen. As you'll also see by the sheer amount of positive comments the review got, the girls may be onto something. The Gay Girls Who Game GTA IV review is thought of as one of the best out there since the game is examined on a deeper level than just graphics, sound etc.
Thursday, May 8, 2008
Xbox 360 Wiimote details next week?
You might have all heard the ongoing rumor about the new motion sensing controller by Microsoft? If not, apparently they've had a Wiimote like controller for the Xbox 360 in the works for some months now.
Apparently the new Xiimote (our word not theirs hoho) will be usable in the upcoming Rare title Banjo Kazooie 3. Seems like as early as next week the new controller may well be unveiled to the press - apparently it already has been, they're just under a severe gagging order - if you believe rumor.
As soon as we hear something concrete we will of course let you all know. We really enjoyed the stylish controllers Microsoft did for Scene It, here's hoping if this new motion controller is real it's got a similar feel to it.
Apparently the new Xiimote (our word not theirs hoho) will be usable in the upcoming Rare title Banjo Kazooie 3. Seems like as early as next week the new controller may well be unveiled to the press - apparently it already has been, they're just under a severe gagging order - if you believe rumor.
As soon as we hear something concrete we will of course let you all know. We really enjoyed the stylish controllers Microsoft did for Scene It, here's hoping if this new motion controller is real it's got a similar feel to it.
Wednesday, May 7, 2008
Resistance 2 by Insomniac - Looking fabulous!
Sony's PlayStation Day conference had quite a few cool tidbits of information emerge, including some new word about the highly anticipated (well we at GirlGamers Australia can't wait!) sequel to Resistance: Fall of Man.
Resistance 2 will encompass four main areas community, campaign, co-op and competitive. Did someone say co-op?! Oh thank goodness, now if only there's playable female characters, I think my life will be complete!
Resistance 2 is due out around November, so pop it on your Christmas list and hope Santa doesn't get so enthralled in nuking Chimera that he forgets to put it under your tree!Tuesday, May 6, 2008
LittleBigPlanet release date
Finally some concrete information on LittleBigPlanet on the PS3, a title you may recall we're REALLY looking forward to. Kaz Hirai was speaking at Playstation Day in London this week when he revealed LittleBigPlanet will be released in October.
LittleBigPlanet is looking great because it's finaly something a little different on the PS3 and something a lot of non gamnig girls might be tempted to give a try (to completely stereotype of course!).
October... yay!! Not too long to wait then, should have GTA IV all tucked away by then.
LittleBigPlanet is looking great because it's finaly something a little different on the PS3 and something a lot of non gamnig girls might be tempted to give a try (to completely stereotype of course!).
October... yay!! Not too long to wait then, should have GTA IV all tucked away by then.
Monday, May 5, 2008
Bourne Conspiracy demo available
Robert Ludlum's The Bourne Conspiracy game will be available for download on Xbox LIVE Marketplace for the Xbox 360 from Microsoft from today! It will also be available on the PlayStation Network on May 8.
Fans of Robert Ludlum's Jason Bourne franchise will get a peek at the action-packed game play in The Bourne Conspiracy, a blend of brutal combat and unprecedented pace designed to let players become the perfect weapon, Jason Bourne.
We're looknig forward to this game at GirlGamers Australia, here's hoping it's as cool as we're imagining.
The Bourne Conspiracy demo will feature: A look into how The Bourne Conspiracy combines original missions with memorable film moments. Brutal hand-to-hand combat choreographed by the films' fight coordinator and stunt legend Jeff Imada. Shooting using cover, wallwork, and use of destructible objects to distract and destroy enemies. Seamless movement between hand-to-hand combat and gunplay, combined with unique 'escape & evade' gameplay where Bourne must escape deadly situations. A taste of Bourne-style high speed pursuit, with a re-imagining of the escape from Paris sequence through a thrill-a-minute, arcade-racing inspired police car chase.
The Bourne Conspiracy game will ship in North America June 3 and be available worldwide on June 27, 2008 on the Xbox 360 from Microsoft and the PlayStation 3.
Fans of Robert Ludlum's Jason Bourne franchise will get a peek at the action-packed game play in The Bourne Conspiracy, a blend of brutal combat and unprecedented pace designed to let players become the perfect weapon, Jason Bourne.
We're looknig forward to this game at GirlGamers Australia, here's hoping it's as cool as we're imagining.
The Bourne Conspiracy demo will feature: A look into how The Bourne Conspiracy combines original missions with memorable film moments. Brutal hand-to-hand combat choreographed by the films' fight coordinator and stunt legend Jeff Imada. Shooting using cover, wallwork, and use of destructible objects to distract and destroy enemies. Seamless movement between hand-to-hand combat and gunplay, combined with unique 'escape & evade' gameplay where Bourne must escape deadly situations. A taste of Bourne-style high speed pursuit, with a re-imagining of the escape from Paris sequence through a thrill-a-minute, arcade-racing inspired police car chase.
The Bourne Conspiracy game will ship in North America June 3 and be available worldwide on June 27, 2008 on the Xbox 360 from Microsoft and the PlayStation 3.
Sunday, May 4, 2008
B-Boy for PS2 & PSP - Go Demi!
Well we wish Demi from Australia's 'So You Think You Can Dance' were in it, here's hoping the name doesn't mean you won't be able to play as a cool B-Girl! SouthPeak Games has announced today that it will distribute “B-Boy” for PlayStation 2 and PSP (PlayStation Portable) in the U.S this summer. B-Boy allows players to prove their skills as they challenge the world’s greatest breakdancers.
“B-Boy is the only game that gives players the opportunity to become premiere breakers,” said Katie Morgan, Executive Vice President at SouthPeak Games. “The game’s fantastic playability, dead-on authenticity and high production values give it a style all its own. While it remains true to its roots of the scene, it maintains a feel that gamers will love.”
B-Boy sounds pretty cool from that blurb and it features motion-captured moves from expert breakers, so that's no bad thing. If you've still got a PS2 and love B-Boy moves, looks like you'll be krumping your way to the game store later in the year.
You can check out the official site HERE.
“B-Boy is the only game that gives players the opportunity to become premiere breakers,” said Katie Morgan, Executive Vice President at SouthPeak Games. “The game’s fantastic playability, dead-on authenticity and high production values give it a style all its own. While it remains true to its roots of the scene, it maintains a feel that gamers will love.”
B-Boy sounds pretty cool from that blurb and it features motion-captured moves from expert breakers, so that's no bad thing. If you've still got a PS2 and love B-Boy moves, looks like you'll be krumping your way to the game store later in the year.
You can check out the official site HERE.
Friday, May 2, 2008
Rocketmen: It Came From Uranus
The next chapter of Capcom’s Rocketmen: Axis of Evil is coming! Rocketmen: It Came from Your Uranus, an expansion to the original digitally-distributed title, will be available through Xbox LIVE Arcade and the PlayStation Network Store on Wednesday, May 14 and Thursday, May 15 respectively. For 400 points on Xbox LIVE or $4.95 on PlayStation Network, Rocketmen fans will have access to new maps, weapons, and enemies.
A digitally-distributed add-on to Rocketmen: Axis of Evil
• Players must have already purchased Rocketmen: Axis of Evil in order to play It Came from Uranus
• Continue the Rocketmen saga with your characters from the original game.
• 400 XBLA points / $4.95 PSN Store
3 New Weapons
• Blobber: Shoots blobs of goo at enemies, does damage over time in the part of the ground that it covers.
• Beamer: Shoots lighting at enemies, does high intensity damage.
• Bomber: Shoots grenades instead of bullets; grenades explode on impact doing damage.
2 New Secondary Weapons
• Falcon: Robotic falcon that attacks enemies automatically
• Screw bomb: Rocket that turns into a proximity mine on impact
3 New Levels
• Level 11 - Finding Jane: The player must escape the Saturnian prison mine and reclaim Nick's ship, the Icarus Jane.
• Level 12 - Clear the Asteroids: The player must clear a path for the ship through Saturn's rings
• Level 13 - The Plan: The player must make his way through the Saturnian palace and convince Angelica, leader of the Saturnians, to join the Alliance.
New Enemies
• Saturnian Marine
• Saturnian Elite
• Heavy Mining Terra Scientists
• Terra Rocket Marines
• Saturnian Pit Boss
• Saturnian Asteroid Demolition Machine
• Lord Angelica
Thursday, May 1, 2008
We Ski goes gold! - Why isn't it called Wii Ski?
Make every day a snow day as NAMCO BANDAI Games America Inc. today announced that We Ski has gone gold for Wii. Yes soon you'll be swooshing down the slopes, without being freezing or wet! Step onto the Wii Balance Board or grab your Wii Remote and Nunchuk and hit the slopes for single or multi player downhill action! Up to four skiers can experience the sweetest mountain runs like never before, as they enjoy We Ski’s highly responsive and intuitive controls. We Ski will carve its way into stores on May 13.
“NAMCO BANDAI has worked to create the most intuitive and responsive skiing game available, giving players a fully immersive experience,” said Todd Thorson, Director of Marketing and Public Relations for NAMCO BANDAI Games America Inc. “We want players to feel the fun and intensity of real downhill skiing from the comfort of their living rooms.
We think this looks pretty cool. We'll be checking out Wii Fit some time next week and giving you the lowdown on that and just how well that Balance Board holds up.
“NAMCO BANDAI has worked to create the most intuitive and responsive skiing game available, giving players a fully immersive experience,” said Todd Thorson, Director of Marketing and Public Relations for NAMCO BANDAI Games America Inc. “We want players to feel the fun and intensity of real downhill skiing from the comfort of their living rooms.
We think this looks pretty cool. We'll be checking out Wii Fit some time next week and giving you the lowdown on that and just how well that Balance Board holds up.
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