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E3 2009: "WoW's great" says Dave Jones, APB far more akin to GTA
Realtime Worlds' Dave Jones has affirmed that All Points Bulletin is much closer to Grand Theft Auto and Call of Duty than Blizzard's World of Warcraft experience.
When it comes to personalization and customization "nobody's trying to push the envelope", with Jones admitting his APB could be "intimidating" to the more casual MMO gamers.
When it comes to personalization and customization "nobody's trying to push the envelope", with Jones admitting his APB could be "intimidating" to the more casual MMO gamers.
E3 2009: Assassin's Creed 2 out November 17th, Templars beware
Posted: 02.06.2009 by Technet2k
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The sequel to Ubi's conspiracy theory drama and kill-athon Assassin's Creed will be arriving in stores this November 17th, so sharpen those throwing knives.
Fans will be filling the shady boots of Ezio and get to undertake many things Ubisoft couldn't implement in the first title, like swimming for one. We move away from Holy Lands to Venice.
Fans will be filling the shady boots of Ezio and get to undertake many things Ubisoft couldn't implement in the first title, like swimming for one. We move away from Holy Lands to Venice.
E3 2009: Ubisoft parade James Cameroon on stage, talks up Avatar
Posted: 02.06.2009 by Technet2k
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Director guy James Cameroon talked some about the upcoming movie Avatar as well as admitting the videogame made him feel "actually afraid".
Only until now has it been possible to realise his vision of Avatar, 14 years ago when he first dreamed it the technology just wasn't there. Doesn't want anything related to the movie "to suck."
Only until now has it been possible to realise his vision of Avatar, 14 years ago when he first dreamed it the technology just wasn't there. Doesn't want anything related to the movie "to suck."
E3 2009: Microsoft launches digital store on Xbox Live this August
Posted: 02.06.2009 by Technet2k
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This summer will see the grand opening of Microsoft's digital distribution service on Xbox Live, where gamers can buy and download "full retail games on demand".
The service will go live with "about 30 titles" and the Xbox Live team will add new ones "every week." Mass Effect, Assassin's Creed, BioShock and DiRT are just some of the first.
The service will go live with "about 30 titles" and the Xbox Live team will add new ones "every week." Mass Effect, Assassin's Creed, BioShock and DiRT are just some of the first.
Square and Eidos "modify" their US distribution, Warner dropped
Posted: 02.06.2009 by Technet2k
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With the acquisition of Eidos by Square Enix it's become no longer necessary for Warner Bros to publish Eidos titles in the US, they'll handle it themselves now.
The upcoming launch of Batman: Arkham Asylum and Mini Ninjas will be the last titles under the deal, where Warner will server "as co-publisher." Everything else will be Square/Eidos.
The upcoming launch of Batman: Arkham Asylum and Mini Ninjas will be the last titles under the deal, where Warner will server "as co-publisher." Everything else will be Square/Eidos.
E3 2009: Realtime Worlds' APB is "being developed for Xbox 360"
Posted: 02.06.2009 by Technet2k
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All Points Bulletin, the urban-themed MMO from Crackdown developer Realtime Worlds is arriving on "PC in early 2010," announced publisher EA.
David Jones psyched to show it. However it's also been confirmed that the cops n' crooks online romp is still heading for Xbox 360 too, but they're "not giving details out at the moment".
David Jones psyched to show it. However it's also been confirmed that the cops n' crooks online romp is still heading for Xbox 360 too, but they're "not giving details out at the moment".
Rumour-mill: MGS: Rising not 360 exclusive, Peace Walker for PSP
Posted: 02.06.2009 by Technet2k
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Yesterday Hideo Kojima stepped up on the Microsoft stage and announced Metal Gear Solid would finally arrive on the platform, to executive delight.
Now it would appear that while it will land on Xbox 360, it will also do the rounds on PS3 and PC. That's according to press site Gamespress, which also lists MGS: Peace Maker for PSP.
Now it would appear that while it will land on Xbox 360, it will also do the rounds on PS3 and PC. That's according to press site Gamespress, which also lists MGS: Peace Maker for PSP.
E3 2009: Ubi developing videogame of Spielberg's Tintin movie
Posted: 02.06.2009 by Technet2k
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During their E3 conference the French publisher revealed they'll be working on a videogame adaptation of Steven Spielberg and Peter Jackson's Tintin film.
The Adventures of Tintin: Secret of the Unicorn is the name of the upcoming flick, and in case you don't know it follows the adventures of comic-strip hero Tintin and his dog Snowy.
The Adventures of Tintin: Secret of the Unicorn is the name of the upcoming flick, and in case you don't know it follows the adventures of comic-strip hero Tintin and his dog Snowy.
E3 2009: Microsoft confirms Motion Sensing Project, Controller free gaming
Posted: 01.06.2009 by JamieSI
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Microsoft has confirmed during its E3 Press Conference that it's working on a motion sensing project codenamed Project Natal.
Controller free gaming.
Microsoft's press release is inside.
Controller free gaming.
Microsoft's press release is inside.
E3 2009: Microsoft revamping Xbox Live
Posted: 01.06.2009 by JustCommunication
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Microsoft are upping their game with a host of announcements for Xbox Live.
The Xbox Live Videostore is being upgraded to provide full 1080p HD content, as well as being rebranded to Zune.
Along with the previously announced Sky partnership in Europe, Microsoft are re-introducing movie/TV sharing for Netflix users.
Facebook & Twitter are also being brought to Xbox Live.
More updates to follow.
The Xbox Live Videostore is being upgraded to provide full 1080p HD content, as well as being rebranded to Zune.
Along with the previously announced Sky partnership in Europe, Microsoft are re-introducing movie/TV sharing for Netflix users.
Facebook & Twitter are also being brought to Xbox Live.
More updates to follow.
E3 2009: Metal Gear Solid Rising Revealed for Xbox 360
Posted: 01.06.2009 by JamieSI
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Microsoft has announced during its E3 Press Conference that Konami will be developing a new Metal Gear Solid game for the Xbox 360 called Metal Gear: Rising.
No more details were revealed.
No more details were revealed.
E3 2009: Alan Wake Revealed for Spring 2010
Posted: 01.06.2009 by JamieSI
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Microsoft has announced during its E3 Press Conference that Alan Wake will be released exclusively to the Xbox 360 in Spring 2010.
We hope to have gameplay footage on Strategy Informer for this soon.
We hope to have gameplay footage on Strategy Informer for this soon.
E3 2009: Halo: Reach Announced
Posted: 01.06.2009 by JustCommunication
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Bungie just announced a new Halo titled - Halo:Reach. Due to various leaks, this game had been some-what expected, but it's nice to be vindicated.
Bungie also announced that Halo: ODST would be released September 22nd, and that anyone who purchases the expansion will received an invitation to the Halo: Reach multiplayer beta on Xbox Live.
Bungie also announced that Halo: ODST would be released September 22nd, and that anyone who purchases the expansion will received an invitation to the Halo: Reach multiplayer beta on Xbox Live.
E3 2009: Forza 3 coming in October for Xbox 360
Posted: 01.06.2009 by JamieSI
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Microsoft has announced during its E3 Press Conference that Forza 3 is in development for the Xbox 360 and will ship this October.
More details coming soon.
More details coming soon.
E3 2009: MS confirms Crackdown 2 for Xbox 360
Posted: 01.06.2009 by JamieSI
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Microsoft has announced during its E3 Press Conference that Crackdown 2 is in development for the Xbox 360.
The first trailer was shown with some buidings being jumped across and a few killings.
The first trailer was shown with some buidings being jumped across and a few killings.
E3 2009: Splinter Cell Fall Release
Posted: 01.06.2009 by JustCommunication
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Ubisoft has just announced that Splinter Cell: Conviction will be released this Fall for Xbox 360 only.
E3 2009: Left 4 Dead II confirmed at E3
Posted: 01.06.2009 by JamieSI
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Microsoft has announced during its E3 Press Conference that Left for Dead 2 is in development for the Xbox 360, with the first trailer being shown.
No other details have been revealed yet. Hopefully we'll have more on this soon.
No other details have been revealed yet. Hopefully we'll have more on this soon.
E3 2009: Final Fantasy XIII Coming Spring
Posted: 01.06.2009 by JustCommunication
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Square Enix just announced a Spring 2010 release data for Final Fantasy XIII.
E3 2009: Xbox 360 gets two Modern Warefare 2 Map Packs first
Posted: 01.06.2009 by JamieSI
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Microsoft has announced during its E3 Press Conference that two Call of duty: Modern Warefare 2 Map Packs will be released first on the Xbox 360.
We'll have more from the Microsoft Press Conference soon.
We'll have more from the Microsoft Press Conference soon.
E3 2009: LucasArts announces the return of Monkey Island, two projects in the pipeline
Posted: 01.06.2009 by JamieSI
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LucasArts announced today that the original classic point and click pirate adventure is back, with two new projects underway based on the classic Monkey Island franchise. Beginning in just a few short weeks, Telltale will premiere the Tales of Monkey Island game series, delivering a completely new epic storyline and swashbuckling flair that will unfold across five monthly episodes on PC and WiiWare.
Posted: 02.06.2009 by Technet2k
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