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Red Faction: Guerrilla "established a foundation", needs more ads
THQ boss Brian Farrell has graded his team's launch of Red Faction: Guerrilla with a "B", commenting they need to do "a better job" with day one demand next time.
The game has sold well, being a "top ten best seller" in the US and UK back in June. It's not over yet with Farrell pledging "continued advertising" and "new downloadable content."
The game has sold well, being a "top ten best seller" in the US and UK back in June. It's not over yet with Farrell pledging "continued advertising" and "new downloadable content."
StarCraft II to clear four million sales its first quarter, claims Pachter
Posted: 30.07.2009 by Technet2k
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Wedbush Morgan's Michael Pachter praises Blizzard on the "phenomenal job" they did with World of Warcraft's beta period, says StarCraft II likely "polished" already.
It's "highly likely" there's few bugs or issues, it's just now down to fine tuning balance through "a large scale beta". Modern Warfare 2 sales will offset a possibly delayed StarCraft II.
It's "highly likely" there's few bugs or issues, it's just now down to fine tuning balance through "a large scale beta". Modern Warfare 2 sales will offset a possibly delayed StarCraft II.
Dawn of War II's super-mega 'There Is Only War' update live tonight
Posted: 30.07.2009 by Technet2k
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Developer Relic unleashes the huge list of changes today, Dawn of War II will be quite a different place when it goes live later tonight, around 19:00 GMT.
Not only does this balance the game more, especially for multiplayer, but it also adds eight new online maps to battle through and includes a map editor. Patch notes are available.
Not only does this balance the game more, especially for multiplayer, but it also adds eight new online maps to battle through and includes a map editor. Patch notes are available.
Publishers need 70 quid a title for survival, must improve efficiency
Posted: 30.07.2009 by Technet2k
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Chris Deering, formerly of SCEE, has said before we can enjoy "many successful blockbuster games" like in the old days, studios have to get lean.
Games must be produced in a "more efficient fashion," otherwise prices to support the industry like ten years ago would need to be GBP 70 a time. Don't have "that kind of money."
Games must be produced in a "more efficient fashion," otherwise prices to support the industry like ten years ago would need to be GBP 70 a time. Don't have "that kind of money."
World of Warcraft has cleared 8.6 million copies in the US, says NPD
Posted: 30.07.2009 by Technet2k
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That 8.6 million figure of US retail sales for Blizzard's MMO includes the original game, it's two expansions and special Collector's Edition and the Battlechest bundle.
In retail sales alone the game World of Warcraft has raked in around $258 million from US consumers. Now just add the $15 a month subscription charge... no sign of slowing.
In retail sales alone the game World of Warcraft has raked in around $258 million from US consumers. Now just add the $15 a month subscription charge... no sign of slowing.
Splinter Cell: Conviction to hit the Alpha stage, "literally this week"
Posted: 30.07.2009 by Technet2k
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Lead designer Steve Masters has revealed the devs are hard at it, and the launch delay isn't time for slacking off as they're ready to go alpha and start polishing.
Conviction's levels are "largely complete" so now it's time to scour them for problems and ugliness - get them looking great, "and playing really well." Masters "would love" Natal in it.
Conviction's levels are "largely complete" so now it's time to scour them for problems and ugliness - get them looking great, "and playing really well." Masters "would love" Natal in it.
Quality of Sonic to be "fixed over time," Sega can't just snap fingers
Posted: 30.07.2009 by Technet2k
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Sonic the Hedgehog is an all time classic videogame, but recent adventures from the bolt of blue haven't lived up to fan expectations - time for more retro?
SEGA's Sean Ratcliffe says they spend "a lot of time and effort" discussing Sonic's future, but it's a long process and you can't just "wake up one morning" and it's magically great again.
SEGA's Sean Ratcliffe says they spend "a lot of time and effort" discussing Sonic's future, but it's a long process and you can't just "wake up one morning" and it's magically great again.
Team 17 "open as anything" on Leisure Suit Larry not being "great"
Posted: 29.07.2009 by Technet2k
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Martyn Brown of Team 17 has said: "Yeah, hands up, it wasn't great." Leisure Suit Larry: Box Office Bust was bombed from orbit by critics and fans alike when it retailed.
The studio boss wouldn't "rattle on about excuses" why it lacked greatness, but admitted your "only as good as your last game." Would they have self-funded it? "Would we bollocks."
The studio boss wouldn't "rattle on about excuses" why it lacked greatness, but admitted your "only as good as your last game." Would they have self-funded it? "Would we bollocks."
THQ: It's "premature to talk" next Saints Row, band hints at PSP
Posted: 29.07.2009 by Technet2k
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There's been no word from THQ on the next instalment to the Saints Row franchise, and that's because it's "premature" proclaims CEO Brian Farrell.
Volition has previously given the nod to a new direction for Saints Row. Swedish metal band Opeth has, meanwhile, posted on their site they're "a bit proud" to be in Saints Row on PSP.
Volition has previously given the nod to a new direction for Saints Row. Swedish metal band Opeth has, meanwhile, posted on their site they're "a bit proud" to be in Saints Row on PSP.
Gearbox "appreciate" Halo 4 talk, coy on any possible involvement
Posted: 29.07.2009 by Technet2k
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Microsoft and Bungie aren't super best friends anymore, but they're still chums enough that team Bungie are making Halo 3: ODST this year and Halo: Reach for next.
Rumours have been circulating that Randy Pitchford and his Gearbox studio will be taking up the banner for a possible Halo 4. "Haha!" was Pitchford's response to 'curveball' questioning.
Rumours have been circulating that Randy Pitchford and his Gearbox studio will be taking up the banner for a possible Halo 4. "Haha!" was Pitchford's response to 'curveball' questioning.
Red Faction: Guerrilla clears 1m sales, PC version won't have DX11
Posted: 29.07.2009 by Technet2k
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THQ has gleefully announced that Red Faction's latest has "already shipped over one million" globally, though they "need to do a better job" for day one demand next time.
President and CEO Brian Farrell gives them a "B on the launch" of the game. Meanwhile the PC version is "not another after thought port" say devs, "extra graphical features" but no DX11.
President and CEO Brian Farrell gives them a "B on the launch" of the game. Meanwhile the PC version is "not another after thought port" say devs, "extra graphical features" but no DX11.
Ubi: Delay won't bring "major changes or additions" to Splinter Cell
Posted: 29.07.2009 by Technet2k
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The latest Splinter Cell entry has been delayed, much to the disappointment of fans but some took the time to build wish lists of things they'd like put it, and taken out.
The community thread became "largely defunct" though as a developer affirmed there'd only be "minor tweaks/balancing," if that. No drastic changes from "what you saw at E3" says Ubi.
The community thread became "largely defunct" though as a developer affirmed there'd only be "minor tweaks/balancing," if that. No drastic changes from "what you saw at E3" says Ubi.
Fans making Twilight 'MMO videogame', doesn't sound like MMO
Posted: 29.07.2009 by Technet2k
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It what appeared to be an 'official' announcement of something Twilight related, it turns out the 'developer' Brainjunk Studios has digs at MySpace - nuff said.
What's odd is the description that it would let gamers play from either "Bella's or Edward's perspective", but inhabit an online world? That isn't very MMO, EMO definitely, but not MMO.
What's odd is the description that it would let gamers play from either "Bella's or Edward's perspective", but inhabit an online world? That isn't very MMO, EMO definitely, but not MMO.
Square: Final Fantasy XIV among "main attractions" at GamesCom
Posted: 29.07.2009 by Technet2k
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The upcoming GamesCom in Cologne, Germany will have Final Fantasy XIV on show confirms Square Enix Europe, having been unveiled at this year's E3.
The MMO will be for PlayStation 3 and PC with Square planning a "simultaneous global release" supporting English, German, French and Japanese. Xbox 360 a possibility still.
The MMO will be for PlayStation 3 and PC with Square planning a "simultaneous global release" supporting English, German, French and Japanese. Xbox 360 a possibility still.
Peter Jackson's Halo involvement not canned, "joint effort on hold"
Posted: 29.07.2009 by Technet2k
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Microsoft has announced that Peter Jackson and Halo are still on but they're busy elsewhere for the moment, despite the director's 'not happening' comment earlier.
The corporate giant is "deeply committed" to expanding the Halo name as you might expect, and they "greatly value" their relationship with Jackson. Both companies agreed to hold off.
The corporate giant is "deeply committed" to expanding the Halo name as you might expect, and they "greatly value" their relationship with Jackson. Both companies agreed to hold off.
Devs "totally haven't" forgotten Wallace & Gromit, finale tomorrow
Posted: 28.07.2009 by Technet2k
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The season finale for Wallace & Gromit from Telltale Games is going live tomorrow, with 'The Bogey Man' dragging the duo into the middle "of an ancient dispute".
Wallace is invited to some fancy golf club only to find things "much more sinister," and caught in the middle of something "threatening to tear the town apart!" This is the fourth episode.
Wallace is invited to some fancy golf club only to find things "much more sinister," and caught in the middle of something "threatening to tear the town apart!" This is the fourth episode.
Rumour-mill: Molyneux to front Microsoft at Cologne's GamesCom
Posted: 28.07.2009 by Technet2k
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Lionhead Studios boss, and the new Microsoft Game Studios Europe creative man Peter Molyneux is reported to be leading the press conference at GamesCom.
The Microsoft press conference is held on August 19th alongside GamesCom in Cologne, the new 'Leipzig Games Convention' if you will, of which Microsoft never held one.
The Microsoft press conference is held on August 19th alongside GamesCom in Cologne, the new 'Leipzig Games Convention' if you will, of which Microsoft never held one.
Valve nabs Depeche Mode for Left 4 Dead 2, a totally rad hook up
Posted: 28.07.2009 by Technet2k
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Recently it was spotted that new survivor Rochelle of Left 4 Dead 2 was sporting a pink Depeche Mode t-shirt, and it was believed to be quite unintentional.
Not so says Valve, it was more than just fun on the art team's part. They've gone and got full permission for tunes, swag and likenesses from the band and everything. Perhaps a cameo?
Not so says Valve, it was more than just fun on the art team's part. They've gone and got full permission for tunes, swag and likenesses from the band and everything. Perhaps a cameo?
Ubi "working on a tool" for PC piracy, might grace games this year
Posted: 28.07.2009 by Technet2k
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Yves Guillemot of Ubisoft says piracy has taken a heavy toll on them, with PC having "quite a lot" of illegal games compared to consoles, which "is low".
This tool, of which Guillemot didn't offer details, will "decrease" desktop piracy and will start next year, "and probably one game this year." DS getting better, with PSP looking okay for Ubi.
This tool, of which Guillemot didn't offer details, will "decrease" desktop piracy and will start next year, "and probably one game this year." DS getting better, with PSP looking okay for Ubi.
Content "is king" says NPD analyst, gamers will pay less for DLC
Posted: 28.07.2009 by Technet2k
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Videogaming rules over movies at cinema in North America, averaging at $47.79 per consumer per month. It's been "one of the most transformative years" for the industry.
NPD analyst Anita Frazier says while we're not recession proof, we are "recession resistant." Content is what "drives the industry," with gamers willing to pay less for downloadables.
NPD analyst Anita Frazier says while we're not recession proof, we are "recession resistant." Content is what "drives the industry," with gamers willing to pay less for downloadables.
Posted: 31.07.2009 by Technet2k
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