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Rumour: Capcom tease Mike Haggar in MvC3: Fate of Two Worlds
Photos of a Capcom Halloween Party may hold more than just embarrassing snaps of colleagues in silly costume, but of mighty Mike Haggar too.
The broad chested clump of muscle that is Haggar is seen on a developer's monitor, and would suggest we've another Marvel vs. Capcom 3 character.
The broad chested clump of muscle that is Haggar is seen on a developer's monitor, and would suggest we've another Marvel vs. Capcom 3 character.
Mortal Kombat targets "serious hardcore/tournament fighters"
Posted: 27.10.2010 by JamieSI
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The latest Mortal Kombat game from Warner Bros. is going to be the first game to target serious hardcore/tournament fighters; the developers are already getting constant feedback from Beat 'em up experts.
In an interview withShack News, series creator Ed Boon said, "This is the first Mortal Kombat game where we are consciously putting in features for the hardcore/tournament fighters and we have some amazing fighting game 'experts' playing our game and giving us constant feedback."
In an interview withShack News, series creator Ed Boon said, "This is the first Mortal Kombat game where we are consciously putting in features for the hardcore/tournament fighters and we have some amazing fighting game 'experts' playing our game and giving us constant feedback."
Microsoft investigating Super Streetfighter IV DLC issues
Posted: 27.10.2010 by JamieSI
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Microsoft are investigating reports of issues with the Super Streetfighter IV Ultra Challengers Pack 1 and Ultra Costume Catalog 1 Game add-ons available via the Xbox Live Marketplace.
There's been reports of consumers not being able to download the content once they've purchased it. The Xbox Live team are currently looking into the issues and are working to get this fixed as quickly as possible.
There's been reports of consumers not being able to download the content once they've purchased it. The Xbox Live team are currently looking into the issues and are working to get this fixed as quickly as possible.
Microsoft: "Previous games won't be patched to support Kinect"
Posted: 26.10.2010 by JamieSI
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Microsoft Game Studios corporate VP Phil Spencer has revealed that the firm isn't planning to patch any previous games to be used with Kinect. Spencer wants to create new experiences, and won't be following in the footsteps of PlayStation Move.
"No I want to create new. I want to create new experiences. I do think existing franchises have opportunities. We showed Forza as something that we've obviously shipped before, and we're very proud with the track record of that franchise." said Spencer.
"No I want to create new. I want to create new experiences. I do think existing franchises have opportunities. We showed Forza as something that we've obviously shipped before, and we're very proud with the track record of that franchise." said Spencer.
Ace Team will develop Zeno Clash 2 only "when the time is right"
Posted: 22.10.2010 by Technet2k
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Developer Ace Team hasn't forgotten about a sequel to Zeno Clash but they're busy with Rock of Ages for the moment, and are concentrating on that.
They'll "continue the story" of the weird and intense Zeno Clash but only when they feel that "time is right" for the studio. Ace now uses Unreal Engine 3.
They'll "continue the story" of the weird and intense Zeno Clash but only when they feel that "time is right" for the studio. Ace now uses Unreal Engine 3.
Microsoft reveals US Kinect Launch line-up (UPDATE)
Posted: 18.10.2010 by JamieSI
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Update: The European line-up list is now available.
Microsoft has officially revealed that Kinect will be launched in North America with a line-up of 17 games.
Titles such as Kinect Adventures, Kinectimals, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Dance Central, Kinect Joy Ride and many more will all be available on launch.
Microsoft has officially revealed that Kinect will be launched in North America with a line-up of 17 games.
Titles such as Kinect Adventures, Kinectimals, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Dance Central, Kinect Joy Ride and many more will all be available on launch.
Classic 1992 X-Men arcade game for XBLA and PSN, online co-op
Posted: 11.10.2010 by Technet2k
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Konami is reviving their 1992 arcade game of X-Men for Xbox Live Arcade and the PlayStation Network, and it will have 6-player online co-op.
During the New York Comic-Con they revealed the drop-in/drop-out feature with a video, and say everything about the title remains, even the "cheese".
During the New York Comic-Con they revealed the drop-in/drop-out feature with a video, and say everything about the title remains, even the "cheese".
Microsoft boss Steve Ballmer reveals his favourite Xbox game with passion
Posted: 06.10.2010 by JamieSI
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During a speech on cloud computing this morning, Microsoft boss Steve Ballmer revealed that his favourite Xbox game isn't Halo or Gears of War, it's Dead or Alive Xtreme Beach Volleyball.
"Beach Volleyball, baby!" said Ballmer when asked what his favourite Xbox game is.
"Beach Volleyball, baby!" said Ballmer when asked what his favourite Xbox game is.
Street Fighter x Tekken out in "less than two years" says producer
Posted: 30.09.2010 by Technet2k
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Yoshinori Ono is producer of universe cross-over Street Fighter x Tekken, and it won't take 2 years anymore to reach us. They're shaving off time.
Capcom's Keiji Inafune "literally kicked my arse," said Ono-san and so the team will work faster. All brawler franchises are "doing really well."
Capcom's Keiji Inafune "literally kicked my arse," said Ono-san and so the team will work faster. All brawler franchises are "doing really well."
Capcom confirms Super Street Fighter IV constume pack DLC
Posted: 24.09.2010 by Technet2k
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Much like Capcom released alternate costume packs for Street Fighter IV, an all-new wardrobe will be downloadable in DLC form for SSFIV.
The first to release will be October 26th. These packs will include new designs as well as original costumes from previous games; no pricing yet.
The first to release will be October 26th. These packs will include new designs as well as original costumes from previous games; no pricing yet.
No Super Street Fighter IV on PC because of piracy says Capcom
Posted: 22.09.2010 by Technet2k
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Capcom's Street Fighter series producer Yoshinori Ono has revealed that while the arcade version of SSFIV is 99 percent PC compatible, it won't release.
PC Street Fighter IV was a strong seller globally but it was also "number one in piracy." Ono-san appreciated the love for the series but hard sales matter.
PC Street Fighter IV was a strong seller globally but it was also "number one in piracy." Ono-san appreciated the love for the series but hard sales matter.
Namco reveal Tekken Tag Tournament 2, in arcades summer 2011
Posted: 20.09.2010 by Technet2k
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At the Tokyo Game Show publisher Namco Bandai announced a sequel to Tekken Tag Tournament, a PlayStation 2 launch title. It's out 2011.
At least it'll be gracing Japanese arcades in summer of next year, as a western date has yet to be given. TTT2 was going to arrive before Tekken 6.
At least it'll be gracing Japanese arcades in summer of next year, as a western date has yet to be given. TTT2 was going to arrive before Tekken 6.
Sony reveals PS3 exclusive Tokyo Jungle, only for Japan?
Posted: 01.09.2010 by JamieSI
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In the latest issue of the Famitsu magazine, Sony Computer Entertainment Japan reveals a new PlayStation 3 exclusive called Tokyo Jungle, which seems to be about wild animals fighting in the streets of Tokyo.
Tokyo Jungle is set in a futuristic Japan where the human race has been wiped out and the animals have reclaimed the planet. You should be able to play as elephants, chickens, crocodiles, cheetahs, porcupines, lions and more.
Tokyo Jungle is set in a futuristic Japan where the human race has been wiped out and the animals have reclaimed the planet. You should be able to play as elephants, chickens, crocodiles, cheetahs, porcupines, lions and more.
Marvel vs. Capcom 3 minimum online
Posted: 25.08.2010 by Technet2k
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We should expect the minimum multiplayer experience says Capcom for the upcoming Marvel vs. Capcom 3, with updates likely after launch.
It should follow Street Fighter IV in that regard. There's a lot of "back-and-forth" in the studio on the online subject; hopefully "fun new directions".
It should follow Street Fighter IV in that regard. There's a lot of "back-and-forth" in the studio on the online subject; hopefully "fun new directions".
Ubisoft announce Fighters Uncaged exclusive to Microsoft Kinect
Posted: 18.08.2010 by Technet2k
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A new fighting game has just been shoved into the ring, it's called Fighters Uncaged and it's from Ubisoft and only for the Xbox 360 and Kinect.
It's the "first motion fighting game" for Kinect and one that's "dedicated to a core audience" says Ubi. It even has voice-activated power moves.
It's the "first motion fighting game" for Kinect and one that's "dedicated to a core audience" says Ubi. It even has voice-activated power moves.
Marvel must 'approve everything' to do with Marvel vs. Capcom 3
Posted: 16.08.2010 by Technet2k
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Capcom producer Ryota Niitsuma of Marvel vs Capcom 3: Fate Of Two Worlds says that nothing is finalised until Marvel grants its blessing.
That accounts for everything from character motion, names of moves and even how Capcom "market and promote" the title - demos too.
That accounts for everything from character motion, names of moves and even how Capcom "market and promote" the title - demos too.
Mortal Kombat finishers "more inventive than inherently violent"
Posted: 05.08.2010 by Technet2k
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The upcoming Mortal Kombat game is M-rated so we can see a return to the more 'traditional' than recent T-rated spin-offs. Expect "crazy" again.
The team's goal for violence is to "just surprise, maybe entertain" from the "outrageousness" we can pull off. Finishers are "just funny" to see.
The team's goal for violence is to "just surprise, maybe entertain" from the "outrageousness" we can pull off. Finishers are "just funny" to see.
Capcom announce Street Fighter III: Third Strike Online Edition
Posted: 26.07.2010 by Technet2k
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Producer Yoshinori Ono of Capcom revealed at Comic-Con that they've been developing Street Fighter III: Third Strike Online Edition, out in 2011.
It's assumed to be an Xbox Live Arcade and PlayStation Network affair, packed with HD enhancements much like Marvel vs. Capcom 2 was.
It's assumed to be an Xbox Live Arcade and PlayStation Network affair, packed with HD enhancements much like Marvel vs. Capcom 2 was.
Street Fighter x Tekken not for 2 years, dev teams are 'not sharing'
Posted: 26.07.2010 by Technet2k
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Capcom and Namco Bandai are each handling a cross-over involving the others' brawlers; Street Fighter and Tekken. They won't hit till about 2012.
There'll be 'no sharing' between the two as they like to "challenge one-another in all areas," like game sales and who excite the series' fans more.
There'll be 'no sharing' between the two as they like to "challenge one-another in all areas," like game sales and who excite the series' fans more.
Capcom tease new characters for Super Street Fighter IV roster?
Posted: 22.07.2010 by Technet2k
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A flyer from Capcom for Super Street Fighter IV has Japanese text that says: "Here comes new challengers?!" This appears to hint new additions.
The console release of Capcom arcade's SSFIV already included new blood. A content update could easily pad the roster, so DLC is on the way?
The console release of Capcom arcade's SSFIV already included new blood. A content update could easily pad the roster, so DLC is on the way?

Posted: 01.11.2010 by Technet2k
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