Harmonix has let slip that Rock Band 3 will feature vocal harmonies at their PAX East panel. The developers rolled out their vocal harmony tech in The Beatles: Rock Band last autumn, which proceeded to receive strong critical acclaim. Nothing else about Rock Band 3 has been unveiled so far apart from Harmonix boldly claiming it will revolutionise the genre. Expect a big E3 showing during one of the console-holder’s Read More ...
Sony has confirmed that the next firmware update for the PS3 will be released April 1st 2010. Numbered 3.21, the update will eradicate the “Install Other OS” feature that was still available on older PS3s before the slimmer models were introduced in September 2009. Sony cites “security concerns” as the reason they are taking other operating system support away, but advises consumers and organisations that use the “Other OS” feature Read More ...
Infinity Ward has announced that the Modern Warfare 2 double XP event due to start this weekend has been pushed forward to begin today. This brings the double XP event in line with the release date for the first multiplayer map pack for Modern Warfare 2 (also today). Entitled ‘The Stimulus Package’, the pack features five new maps and costs 1200 Allards on Xbox Live. A release date and price Read More ...
SEGA has confirmed that After Burner Climax will be releasing on 21st April on the Xbox Live Arcade, and 22nd April on the PlayStation Network. The game will cost 800 Allards on Xbox Live, with the PSN version selling for $9.99. This release features three planes, 20 missions and the ability to slow down time. It is rumoured SEGA might increase the amount of planes available via downloadable content.
Nintendo has unveiled this week’s USA downloads: WiiWare WarioWare: D.I.Y. Showcase (800 Miyamotos) Diner Dash (800 Miyamotos) Virtual Console Ogre Battle 64: Person of Lordly Calibre (1000 Miyamotos) DSiWare Disney Fireworks (800 Miyamotos) Save the Turtles (500 Miyamotos) Nintendo DSi Metronome (200 Miyamotos) Nintendo DSi Instrument Tuner (200 Miyamotos) Super Yum Yum Puzzle Adventures (800 Miyamotos)
Pokémon has been about for a fair old while now. The franchise was created back in 1996 by Satoshi Tajiri, and has since evolved to a sizeable media franchise. Nintendo has enjoyed a lot of revenue from Pokémon over the years, thanks to them publishing and owning the entire brand. Currently, Pokémon is the second most successful and financially lucrative video game-based franchise in the world. The top spot is Read More ...
Batman: Arkham Asylum Game of the Year Edition has been released today across Europe and other PAL territories on the PS3, 360 and PC. The new edition features six extra Challenge Maps on the disc and TriOviz 3D with 3D glasses. This 3D system is compatible with all standard and high definition TVs, offering you all those fancy effects you’ve seen everywhere these days. All users need is a pair Read More ...
Team17 have announced that the Worms Reloaded (the new Worms game for Steam) beta is going to be extended to a worldwide audience. Previously, the beta was only available in Europe. There will be a limited number of beta keys given out soon, so if you’re interested in taking part you need to join the official Worms Reloaded games group on Steam. Team17 will post details about how people can Read More ...
Midway has announced that Hydro Thunder Hurricane is coming to the Xbox Live Arcade. It is playable at PAX East this weekend, and is apparently a XBLA port of the 1999 arcade original. Versions of the game have cropped up on the PlayStation, Nintendo 64, Dreamcast and PC before, but nothing has happened for at least a console generation or two. Last year, H2Overdrive was released by some of the Read More ...
Harmonix and MTV Games have announced that The Jimi Hendrix Experience’s seminal album Axis: Bold As Love will be coming to the Rock Band Music Store next week (Xbox 360 and Wii: March 30th, PlayStation 3: April 1st). The album will be accompanied with a new Jimi Hendrix single, “Valleys of Neptune”, taken from the new album. Jimi Hendrix’s music is now exclusive to Rock Band, with Harmonix and MTV Read More ...
Capcom has confirmed that they will be releasing a multiplayer demo for Lost Planet 2 on Xbox Live on April 21st, and PlayStation Network on April 22nd. The demo takes place on the Turbulent Jungle map, and allows up to 16 players to fight online. Players will also be able to track their stats. Capcom will be giving some fans early access to the demo from March 31st in the Read More ...
Sony Online Entertainment has revealed that the Stronghold of the Lok Revenants update has gone live. The update is for Star Wars Galaxies, tasking players with a return trip to Lok to find treasure in Nym’s fortress. It also features new side quests and a piracy system in space that allows players to pillage trade convoys.
Nintendo has confirmed this week’s European downloads: WiiWare Art of Balance (800 Miyamotos) Diner Dash (1000 Miyamotos) Virtual Console Ogre Battle 64: Person of Lordly Caliber (1200 Miyamotos) Fatal Fury Special (900 Miyamotos) DSiWare Game & Watch: Chef (200 Miyamotos) Game & Watch: Judge (200 Miyamotos) Game & Watch: Mario’s Cement Factory (200 Miyamotos) Gangster 2: Kings of LA (500 Miyamotos) Super YUM YUM Puzzle Adventures (800 Miyamotos)
Microsoft has confirmed that they will be releasing a system update over Xbox Live on April 6th. The update will allow USB flash drives (and USB hard drives, but they’re apparently going to be a little slow) to be used for storing profiles, game saves, demos and all that other good stuff you do with your normal hard drives. Once you download the update, you have to connect your USB Read More ...
Atomic Games has announced multiplayer FPS Breach today. The game will include destructible environments and a cover system that allows players to take advantage of any cover as it gets destroyed. Players take on the role of CIA Special Activities Division officers with accurate weapons, gear and spy gadgets from real life. Atomic Games is confident they know their stuff by now, having developed training systems for military and intelligence Read More ...
