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Street Fighter IV has "nothing" on producer Ono's next major title
Producer Yoshinori Ono teases that he's now involved with something grander than the Street Fighter reboot, noting it's 'left him speechless'.
Rumour has it that it's a Darkstalkers game in the works and Capcom meanwhile has a "big announcement" due in 2 days time. Dun-dun-dun.
Rumour has it that it's a Darkstalkers game in the works and Capcom meanwhile has a "big announcement" due in 2 days time. Dun-dun-dun.
Mortal Kombat online "most robust"
Posted: 01.07.2010 by Technet2k
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Lead designer John Edwards of the new Mortal Kombat, in development at NetherRealm Studios, says they've got "a really robust online" planned.
In fact he goes as far to say it's the "most robust online fighting" system ever, and we should all "look forward to it!" Much DLC is on the drawing board.
In fact he goes as far to say it's the "most robust online fighting" system ever, and we should all "look forward to it!" Much DLC is on the drawing board.
Mortal Kombat reboot features over 26 fighters
Posted: 23.06.2010 by JamieSI
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The new Mortal Kombat game should feature over 26 fighters, according to a leaked screenshot that has emerged today.
The image also suggests that DLC will be featured in the Mortal Kombat reboot, and could even be available on the day of release. There's a button on the character select screen that clearly says DLC, which we assume will allow you to open up another screen with additional characters that have been downloaded.
The image also suggests that DLC will be featured in the Mortal Kombat reboot, and could even be available on the day of release. There's a button on the character select screen that clearly says DLC, which we assume will allow you to open up another screen with additional characters that have been downloaded.
Punchers Impact Introduces Lucha Fury for PSN and PC
Posted: 21.06.2010 by PRBot
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Punchers Impact today unveiled Lucha Fury, the first beat 'em-up game combining the worlds of comics and Lucha Libre (Mexican wrestling).
Lucha Fury follows the adventure of four young and talented wrestlers who spend their lives loafing around until a mysterious shortage of the energy drink, on which they are all hooked, bring them into a fight against the most incredible worldwide conspiracy ever!
Lucha Fury follows the adventure of four young and talented wrestlers who spend their lives loafing around until a mysterious shortage of the energy drink, on which they are all hooked, bring them into a fight against the most incredible worldwide conspiracy ever!
E3 2010: Microsoft names Project Natal as Kinect, game's line-up revealed
Posted: 14.06.2010 by JamieSI
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Microsoft has confirmed that the Xbox 360's Project Natal motion controller will now be named Kinect, according to USA Today.
There was an ad leaked earlier in the night that mentioned the Kinect name, but also appeared to confirm that a 250GB slim Xbox 360 unit with built-in wi-fi. We're now almost certain that the slim unit will be officially announced at Microsoft's Press Conference at 6pm BST today.
There was an ad leaked earlier in the night that mentioned the Kinect name, but also appeared to confirm that a 250GB slim Xbox 360 unit with built-in wi-fi. We're now almost certain that the slim unit will be officially announced at Microsoft's Press Conference at 6pm BST today.
Mortal Kombat reboot unveils
Posted: 11.06.2010 by Technet2k
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Warner Bros., the new owner of the Mortal Kombat IP since Midway Games collapsed, has announced a reboot for the long-time fighting series.
Simply dubbed 'Mortal Kombat' it's in development at NetherRealm Studios, helmed by series creator Ed Boon. It introduces tag teaming.
Simply dubbed 'Mortal Kombat' it's in development at NetherRealm Studios, helmed by series creator Ed Boon. It introduces tag teaming.
Rumour: Katsuhiro Harada outs Tekken 7 in development in Madrid
Posted: 28.05.2010 by Technet2k
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Series director Katsuhiro Harada has said how Tekken 7 is currently in the pre-production stage, whilst at an event in Madrid; nothing else revealed.
The last instalment hit Xbox 360, PS3 and PSP in fall last year. Most likely the next Tekken will touch the arcades first before the game consoles.
The last instalment hit Xbox 360, PS3 and PSP in fall last year. Most likely the next Tekken will touch the arcades first before the game consoles.
Capcom: Street Fighter IV passes 1m sales, series total now at 28m
Posted: 30.04.2010 by Technet2k
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Street Fighter IV has now seduced over 1 million gamers around the world to pummel faces and combo blast fools, reveals proud creator Capcom.
This brings the Street Fighter series total to 28 million. They "continue to strive" to make new and original stuff. Super Street Fighter IV out today.
This brings the Street Fighter series total to 28 million. They "continue to strive" to make new and original stuff. Super Street Fighter IV out today.
Yoshinori Ono "desperate" for Darkstalkers game, nudges Capcom
Posted: 26.04.2010 by Technet2k
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Street Fighter IV producer Yoshinori Ono really wants a Darkstalkers sequel, and that's why he tries to whip the fans into a frenzy when he can.
He wants to prove to Capcom "there is a demand" for more Darkstalkers, the horror-brawling series, often rumoured to be coming back.
He wants to prove to Capcom "there is a demand" for more Darkstalkers, the horror-brawling series, often rumoured to be coming back.
PS3 Final Fight: Double Impact demands signed in PSN accounts
Posted: 22.04.2010 by Technet2k
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A rather perplexing message is hitting PS3 gamers who've bought Final Fight: Double Impact - if they aren't signed in they get told off.
The singleplayer arcade title demands the PS3 be connected and online, otherwise there's no play time. The Xbox 360 version is unaffected.
The singleplayer arcade title demands the PS3 be connected and online, otherwise there's no play time. The Xbox 360 version is unaffected.
God of War overload this April
Posted: 22.03.2010 by JustCommunication
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Not satisfied with unleashing God of War III on an unsuspecting populace, Sony are now eager to cram more Kratos-love into the hands of gamers.
Announced on the EU Playstation Blog, Sony will be releasing the God of War Collection to all PAL territories by the end of April...
Announced on the EU Playstation Blog, Sony will be releasing the God of War Collection to all PAL territories by the end of April...
God of War III Dominates UK Sales Charts
Posted: 22.03.2010 by JustCommunication
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Sony's dark-mythical epic God of War III has quick-timed it's way to the number one spot in this week's UK sales chart.
It outsold it's predecessor by a ratio of 2:1, and is the second number one for Sony this year...
It outsold it's predecessor by a ratio of 2:1, and is the second number one for Sony this year...
Tecmo to shower fans with "free weekly content" over Easter break
Posted: 10.03.2010 by Technet2k
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Do you love playing Tecmo's Dynasty Warriors: Strikeforce? If so then this Easter is one you don't want to experience without the Internets.
Tecmo will be unleashing free DLC for Strikeforce fans, with 3 missions and 1 challenge each week until mid-April - for XBL and PSN.
Tecmo will be unleashing free DLC for Strikeforce fans, with 3 missions and 1 challenge each week until mid-April - for XBL and PSN.
Tecmo's Fist of the North Star this summer in Europe, a big brawler
Posted: 05.03.2010 by Technet2k
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This post-apocalyptic "no-holds-barred brawler" from Tecmo Koei is heading to Xbox 360 and PS3 this summer, and this month in Japan.
Fist of the North Star is an "unrelenting new take" on the "Manga masterpiece" say Tecmo. It features destructible locations and unlockables.
Fist of the North Star is an "unrelenting new take" on the "Manga masterpiece" say Tecmo. It features destructible locations and unlockables.
EA signs up to publish Ron Gilbert's DeathSpank and Klei's Shank
Posted: 05.03.2010 by Technet2k
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Monkey Island creator Ron Gilbert is behind the upcoming DeathSpank, an adventure game crammed full of loot, puzzle solving and action.
Indie developed Shank is a side-scrolling brawler with very eye catching visuals, which got it nominated for the Independent Games Festival.
Indie developed Shank is a side-scrolling brawler with very eye catching visuals, which got it nominated for the Independent Games Festival.
Games on Demand adds Street Fighter IV, Europe missing Fallout 3
Posted: 03.03.2010 by Technet2k
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Microsoft has added Street Fighter IV to the Games on Demand marketplace for Xbox Live, which is great for the European Xbox 360 crowd.
The US however remains the only place to get Fallout 3 from the digital XBL store. Hopefully this will extend to mainland Europe gamers soon.
The US however remains the only place to get Fallout 3 from the digital XBL store. Hopefully this will extend to mainland Europe gamers soon.
The King of Fighters XIII announced by SNK Playmore, for arcades
Posted: 25.02.2010 by Technet2k
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A brand new 2D King of Fighters title is on the way reveals developer SNK Playmore, and it'll release for the Taito X2 arcade system board.
Details barely exist with SNK saying more will be spilled in due time, like from a preview taking place next month. That's all there is for now.
Details barely exist with SNK saying more will be spilled in due time, like from a preview taking place next month. That's all there is for now.
Super Street Fighter IV will include SFIII's Makoto, Ibuki and Dudley
Posted: 17.02.2010 by Technet2k
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Thanks to the latest issue of Famitsu, we now know that Capcom's upcoming spring release of Super Street Fighter IV has SFIII stars.
Three from III will be appearing in IV; the young karate girl Makoto, the British boxer Dudley and ninja trainee Ibuki. SSFIV hits Xbox 360 and PS3.
Three from III will be appearing in IV; the young karate girl Makoto, the British boxer Dudley and ninja trainee Ibuki. SSFIV hits Xbox 360 and PS3.
Capcom dates Lost Planet 2 and Super Street Fighter IV
Posted: 26.01.2010 by JamieSI
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Capcom has just announced its Spring line-up launch dates, confirming that Lost Planet 2 will be released worldwide on Tuesday, May 18 for PS3 and Xbox 360.
Super Street Fighter IV is also coming to PS3 and Xbox 360 on April 27.
Super Street Fighter IV is also coming to PS3 and Xbox 360 on April 27.
Namco releasing Tekken 6's campaign co-op patch on January 18th
Posted: 13.01.2010 by Technet2k
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If you thought Namco Bandai's Tekken only enjoyed the standard beat-'em-up formula you'd have been right, until Tekken 6 came along that is.
Now it sports a Scenario Campaign and this January 18th will see an online co-op mode patched in, letting you smash faces with a chum.
Now it sports a Scenario Campaign and this January 18th will see an online co-op mode patched in, letting you smash faces with a chum.

Posted: 06.07.2010 by Technet2k
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