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Rockstar Games announces DLC for Midnight Club: Los Angeles
Rockstar Games announced today that downloadable content for Midnight Club: Los Angeles will arrive on March 12 for both the Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3. This downloadable content offers more streets to race in with the free South Central Map Expansion which expands Midnight Club: Los Angeles by one third, adding four new neighborhoods to make up the iconic district of South Central.
The South Central Premium Upgrade is the total South Central experience for Midnight Club: Los Angeles delivering nine new vehicles, 26 new races, 12 new battle maps, 10 new delivery missions, over 100 new red light races, new vinyl packs, new parts, new music and more - all for the cost of $9.99.
The South Central Premium Upgrade is the total South Central experience for Midnight Club: Los Angeles delivering nine new vehicles, 26 new races, 12 new battle maps, 10 new delivery missions, over 100 new red light races, new vinyl packs, new parts, new music and more - all for the cost of $9.99.
Codemasters reveals dates and new assets for FUEL, DiRT 2, Overlord II, OFP: Dragon Rising and Jumpgate Evolution
Posted: 20.02.2009 by JamieSI
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Codemasters showcased some of the star players from its 2009 portfolio at its San Francisco Gamers Day event, held last night, Thursday 19th February. Featured titles included DiRT 2, FUEL, Operation Flashpoint: Dragon Rising, Jumpgate Evolution, OverlordII, Overlord Dark Legend and Overlord Minions.
Set to deliver a thrilling off-roading experience with extreme sports attitude, new visuals released on Strategy Informer revealed that, in addition to Utah, Malaysia and London, DiRT 2's World Tour of off-road events will take racers to a massive, spectator-packed Los Angeles sports stadium for an exhilarating rally cross event: the "Stadium King Shootout".
Set to deliver a thrilling off-roading experience with extreme sports attitude, new visuals released on Strategy Informer revealed that, in addition to Utah, Malaysia and London, DiRT 2's World Tour of off-road events will take racers to a massive, spectator-packed Los Angeles sports stadium for an exhilarating rally cross event: the "Stadium King Shootout".
Capcom set to reveal new title on Xbox Live Marketplace this Monday
Posted: 19.02.2009 by JamieSI
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Capcom revealed today that on Monday, February 23rd, a brand new trailer for an unannounced title will be available on the Xbox Live Marketplace.
In order to download the new title announcement trailer, an Xbox 360 console and network connection to Xbox Live is required.
In order to download the new title announcement trailer, an Xbox 360 console and network connection to Xbox Live is required.
Major Patch for Motorstorm: Pacific Rift coming soon
Posted: 27.01.2009 by JamieSI
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The PSBlog's confirmed that a major update for Motorstorm: Pacific Rift is in the final stages of development and should be released in the near future. The update contains many improvements and amendments to the game, as well as fixing several issues reported on the official forums.
Atari delays Race Pro
Posted: 26.01.2009 by JamieSI
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Atari has today told Strategy Informer that its upcoming exclusive racing sim for the Xbox 360 has been delayed. The release date has been switched from January to 20th February.
Atari gave no reason for the delay.
Atari gave no reason for the delay.
US PSN to miss out on Outrun release
Posted: 20.01.2009 by Nakerman
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Sega has today confirmed that the North American PSN will not be receiving Outrun Online Arcade. Instead, the gorgeously vibrant update will be drifting onto Xbox 360's exclusively in the US, with the European receiving both the PSN and Live Arcade iterations as initially planned.
Although Sega UK declined to comment on the situation, many gamers in the US are sure to fiddle with their profile options in order to hit the European PSN in time for release.
Although Sega UK declined to comment on the situation, many gamers in the US are sure to fiddle with their profile options in order to hit the European PSN in time for release.
PS3 Firmware 2.6 confirmed for tomorrow
Posted: 20.01.2009 by Nakerman
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Sony confirmed today that PS3 firmware 2.6 will be unveiled from tomorrow, January 21st.
In an official release, the company told us:
"Sony Computer Entertainment Europe (SCEE) is pleased to announce the latest upgrade (system software update version 2.60) for PlayStation 3. The PS3 experience is about more than just games; it's also about movies, pictures, music, video and more."
In an official release, the company told us:
"Sony Computer Entertainment Europe (SCEE) is pleased to announce the latest upgrade (system software update version 2.60) for PlayStation 3. The PS3 experience is about more than just games; it's also about movies, pictures, music, video and more."
Race Driver: GRID PC Patch 1.3 soon, DLC is in the pipeline
Posted: 15.01.2009 by JamieSI
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Ian Webster, community manager for Codemasters, has revealed on the official forums that a new patch for the PC version of Race Driver: Grid will be released soon.
Sony clarifies 17 Million PSN Subscribers Stat
Posted: 15.01.2009 by JamieSI
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Sony has confirmed to MTV that the 17 million subscribers to the PSN, which was announced at CES09 last week, includes people who have created an account on the PSP, PS3 and website.
This number, which matches Xbox Live registrations, brought questions and skepticism that MTV decided to answer by contacting Sony.
This number, which matches Xbox Live registrations, brought questions and skepticism that MTV decided to answer by contacting Sony.
Aaron Greenberg: Xbox 360 is the lead global platform for third parties
Posted: 15.01.2009 by JamieSI
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In an interview with Kotaku, Microsoft's Director of Product Management Aaron Greenberg said that the Xbox 360 has gained enough ground to cause a lead over PlayStation 3 third-party support, suggesting that companies will no longer feel the need to support the PlayStation.
"I think what we'll see is, as a result of how 2008 shaped up - the fact that we had our biggest year in history and we're now expanding our lead over the PS3 in a global basis - we went into 2008 with a solid lead over PS3 in North America, but Europe was a much closer race. Now, we're really expanding our lead there," he said. "We've become, by far, the lead global platform for third parties. I think you'll see us getting some benefits from that."
"I think what we'll see is, as a result of how 2008 shaped up - the fact that we had our biggest year in history and we're now expanding our lead over the PS3 in a global basis - we went into 2008 with a solid lead over PS3 in North America, but Europe was a much closer race. Now, we're really expanding our lead there," he said. "We've become, by far, the lead global platform for third parties. I think you'll see us getting some benefits from that."
Midnight Club: LA DLC wasn't meant to be
Posted: 13.01.2009 by JamieSI
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Community Manager, Xbox EMEA Graeme Boyd has revealed that the Midnight Club: LA DLC which slipped onto the Xbox Live Marketplace today was not meant to be available, and has since been removed.
"The Marketplace team has mentioned to me that a batch of Midnight Club: LA content went up accidentally on Xbox LIVE Marketplace this morning. It has since been removed, but you may have had the chance to download it while it was up there. If you did and if it's sitting on your hard drive you should delete it - reason being that it was being tested when it was mistakenly put live and therefore it may not work properly, the Achievements won't register and could cause you problems with your Midnight Club: LA game saves," said Boyd.
"The Marketplace team has mentioned to me that a batch of Midnight Club: LA content went up accidentally on Xbox LIVE Marketplace this morning. It has since been removed, but you may have had the chance to download it while it was up there. If you did and if it's sitting on your hard drive you should delete it - reason being that it was being tested when it was mistakenly put live and therefore it may not work properly, the Achievements won't register and could cause you problems with your Midnight Club: LA game saves," said Boyd.
Aaron Greenberg: Xbox Live friends cap will be lifted to over 100
Posted: 12.01.2009 by JamieSI
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At last week's CES 09 in Las Vagas, Xbox 360 product manager Aaron Greenberg told Joystig that Microsoft are looking into lifting the Live friends amount to over its current limit of 100.
"I can't commit to when that will happen, but that is something we want to do. It's definitely something we're looking at expanding and, as this social network grows, we've absolutely heard the pleas for that. It's on the list." said Greenberg.
"I can't commit to when that will happen, but that is something we want to do. It's definitely something we're looking at expanding and, as this social network grows, we've absolutely heard the pleas for that. It's on the list." said Greenberg.
PlayStation Network Update
Posted: 09.01.2009 by JamieSI
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The PlayStation Network has been updated with a wide range of new content, although the only thing that interests us is the Lord Of The Rings: Conquest demo that is available to download for free.
The usual suspects of songs for Rock Band and Guitar Hero World Tour have also been released.
The usual suspects of songs for Rock Band and Guitar Hero World Tour have also been released.
EA reveals support for PlayStation Home
Posted: 08.01.2009 by JamieSI
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Electronic Arts today announced its plans for the PlayStation Home Beta on the PlayStation 3, the 3D social gaming community that allows users to interact, communicate and share gaming experiences online. EA's support of the PlayStation Home Beta will begin with the EA SPORTS Complex, which is currently in development and is slated to launch this Spring.
"We're proud to support the PlayStation Home Beta with a very robust offering from EA SPORTS," said Peter Moore, president of EA SPORTS. "As part of our continued commitment to the connected experience and the digitization of our business, the EA SPORTS Complex is a rich new online environment that presents a compelling and immersive social gaming experience for the global sports audience."
"We're proud to support the PlayStation Home Beta with a very robust offering from EA SPORTS," said Peter Moore, president of EA SPORTS. "As part of our continued commitment to the connected experience and the digitization of our business, the EA SPORTS Complex is a rich new online environment that presents a compelling and immersive social gaming experience for the global sports audience."
David Reeves: Most important thing for Sony in 2009 is to turn a profit
Posted: 06.01.2009 by JamieSI
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An article on PlayStation.com features leading industry figures talking about what they are looking forward to in 2009 for the PlayStation 3, with Sony Computer Entertainment Europe president David Reeves saying that turning a profit is Sony's main goal for this year.
"The most important thing for us as a company in the very short term is for us to start making money," said Reeves. "This is a pledge that was made last March and is something that we are still very much on target to achieve."
"The most important thing for us as a company in the very short term is for us to start making money," said Reeves. "This is a pledge that was made last March and is something that we are still very much on target to achieve."
Merry Christmas from Strategy Informer
Posted: 23.12.2008 by JamieSI
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2008 was a fantastic year for gamers, and we will be looking forward to seeing what is in store for 2009, with the release of Resident Evil 5, Lord of the Rings: Conquest, Empire: Total War, Aliens: Colonial Marines, Ghostbusters, BioShock 2 and Overlord II among our personal favourites.
Richard has written up a list of the 12 games of Christmas for you, which is his opinion on what games you should be hoping for this year. Check that out here.
Richard has written up a list of the 12 games of Christmas for you, which is his opinion on what games you should be hoping for this year. Check that out here.
SEGA announces OutRun Online Arcade for XBLA and PSN
Posted: 18.12.2008 by JamieSI
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SEGA's classic arcade racer returns, but this time it's in stunning HiDef and available via PlayStation Network and Xbox LIVE Arcade. Developed by acclaimed Sheffield studio Sumo Digital, OutRun Online Arcade, will be available early 2009.
Test your time, speed and handling ability as you race through vibrant, colourful stages and rediscover the 15 glorious OutRun courses. From the steep streets of San Francisco to the beautiful beaches of California, it's mile after mile of unrelenting acceleration, thrills and action. Feel the kick as you put your foot to the floor in one of the 10 high-performance, fully licensed Ferrari cars as you race your way across the U.S. to a killer soundtrack.
Test your time, speed and handling ability as you race through vibrant, colourful stages and rediscover the 15 glorious OutRun courses. From the steep streets of San Francisco to the beautiful beaches of California, it's mile after mile of unrelenting acceleration, thrills and action. Feel the kick as you put your foot to the floor in one of the 10 high-performance, fully licensed Ferrari cars as you race your way across the U.S. to a killer soundtrack.
Zavvi cuts Xbox 360 price to £99
Posted: 15.12.2008 by JamieSI
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Zavvi has reduced the price of the Xbox 360 Arcade SKU to £99.99, making it the lowest price point for the console since the system was launched.
The Premium 360 pack has also been reduced in price to £149.99, while the Elite gets cut to £199.99. These cuts are expected to last until Christmas Day.
The Premium 360 pack has also been reduced in price to £149.99, while the Elite gets cut to £199.99. These cuts are expected to last until Christmas Day.
PlayStation Home launch plagued with Technical Issues (Update)
Posted: 11.12.2008 by JamieSI
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PlayStation Home Community Manager TedTheDog is keeping us updated on the current situation regarding the launch of PlayStation Home, which was meant to happen a few hours ago although technical problems have stopped this.
PlayStation Home Launches tomorrow, December 11th
Posted: 10.12.2008 by JamieSI
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Sony Computer Entertainment today announced that its highly anticipated PlayStation Home beta service for the PlayStation 3 will be available to all PS3 users around the globe on December 11th, 2008.
PlayStation Home is a 3D social gaming community available on PS3 that allows users to interact, communicate and share gaming experiences. By leveraging the power of PS3, PlayStation Home delivers overwhelming visual graphics and rich gaming social experiences. Within PlayStation Home, users can create and customize their own unique avatars and explore the virtual community in real time where they can communicate freely through text or voice chat.
PlayStation Home is a 3D social gaming community available on PS3 that allows users to interact, communicate and share gaming experiences. By leveraging the power of PS3, PlayStation Home delivers overwhelming visual graphics and rich gaming social experiences. Within PlayStation Home, users can create and customize their own unique avatars and explore the virtual community in real time where they can communicate freely through text or voice chat.
Posted: 25.02.2009 by JamieSI
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