Archive for October, 2007
Wii: Dancing with the Stars falls down to Retail
Wednesday, October 31st, 2007Yep, Dance with a rich preppy star or sports personality or faint if you like. And is quite expensive for what this game is!
Don’t Faint… ”Dancing with the Stars” Ships for Wii and PS2
Cha-Cha, Tango, Mambo and More with Emmitt Smith, Mario Lopez and Stacey Keibler and Others to Claim the Title of America’s Favorite Celebrity Dancer
Activision, Inc. (Nasdaq:ATVI), in conjunction with Disney-ABC Television Group’s ABC Entertainment and BBC Worldwide, announced today that “Dancing with the Stars” for Wii(TM) and PlayStation(R)2 computer entertainment system is available in retail stores nationwide. A limited edition party-bundle containing a “Dancing with the Stars” dance pad along with the PlayStation(R)2 game will release on November 13th.
Join some of the most popular cast members from past seasons, including nine stars such as Joey Lawrence and Laila Ali and nine professional dancers as you compete to impress the judges. Dance to thirty-six licensed songs from the show, including “She’s a Lady”, “These Boots are for Walking”, “The Final Countdown”, “I Like The Way You Move”, “Put Your Records On”, and “Independent Woman Part 1″and strut your best dance moves to all ten different dance styles from the show. The game features single-player, head-to-head and duet modes. On the Wii, players use the Wii Remote(TM) and the Nunchuk(TM) to physically mimic elegant dance moves while at the same time allowing the player to add his or her own personal flair! The PlayStation(R)2 version is compatible with the licensed PlayStation(R)2 system dance mats available on the market.
“The Dancing with the Stars video game is an interactive embodiment of the hit show’s fun and excitement,” said David Oxford, General Manager, Activision, Inc. “It’s a perfect way for people to enjoy the style, grace, and popular appeal of the show in a social or party setting with their family and friends.”
“Expanding the success of our top-rated Dancing with the Stars franchise to the world of gaming has always been a part of our long term business strategy,” said Bruce Gersh, Senior Vice President, Business Development, ABC Entertainment & ABC Studios. “Working together with Activision and the BBC, we’ve created an incredible game that our fans can embrace.”
The “Dancing with the Stars” video game, which is published by Activision Minneapolis, is currently available for the Wii for $49.99 and PlayStation(R)2 for $39.99. Both versions have a rating of “E 10+” for Ages 10 and up by the ESRB. The limited-edition “Dancing with the Stars” dance pad bundled with the PlayStation(R)2 game will ship to retail stores on November 13th, 2007 for $49.99.
Wii/DS: Godzilla Unleashed turns Gold
Wednesday, October 31st, 2007Atari’s Godzilla® Unleashed Goes Gold
Eagerly Awaited Monster Game Ready to Stomp Into Stores
Atari, Inc. (Nasdaq: ATAR), one of the world’s most recognized brands and a third-party video game publisher, today announced that development on Godzilla® Unleashed, a long- running publishing franchise and the ultimate giant monsters fighting game, is complete. Godzilla Unleashed for the WiiTM and PlayStation® 2 computer entertainment system and Godzilla Unleashed: Double Smash for Nintendo DSTM are scheduled for release this holiday season.
Featuring the legendary Godzilla and at least 20 of some of the most renowned monsters of all time, Godzilla Unleashed is an epic fighting game on a giant scale. In an attempt to save the planet earth from total mayhem and destruction, gamers must cause some damage of their own by fighting with or against other giant monsters.
“We are excited to bring Godzilla Unleashed, the next installment of a beloved franchise, to so many great platforms,” said Keehwan Her, Producer, Atari, Inc. “Each platform offers a unique line-up of monsters and gameplay innovations. The Wii version presents a new story mode and robust motion-based controls; the PlayStation 2 system includes a story mode along with a slightly different monster roster and the Nintendo DS version features two-player cooperative gameplay with side-scrolling action that takes advantage of both screens for dual action gameplay.”
Godzilla Unleashed provides an environment perfect for stopping this worldwide obliteration with nine urban arenas, interactive 3D cityscapes, big destructible buildings, soaring skyscrapers and towering alien formations. Featuring an innovative non-linear storyline which allows players to influence how the story unfolds through their choices within battles, and a flexible multiplayer mode which supports up to four players for the ultimate city- crushing monster extravaganza, Godzilla Unleashed is a must-have this holiday season.
For more information on Godzilla Unleashed, Atari and its entire product line-up please visit www.atari.com.
Wii/DS: Raving Rabbids 2 Website
Wednesday, October 31st, 2007RAYMAN RAVING RABBIDSTM 2 OFFICIAL WEBSITE GOES LIVE!
Ubisoft kicks off the countdown to the release of Rayman Raving Rabbids 2 with the launch of the game’s official website. The website will be THE place to catch up with the Rabbids and enter their wacky universe.
The official trailer for the Nintendo DSâ„¢ version can be downloaded at the Rayman Raving Rabbids 2 website: http://www.raymanravingrabbids2.com
Developed by Ubisoft’s Paris Studio, Rayman Ravinds Rabbids 2 will launch worldwide on the Wii™ home entertainment system from Nintendo and the Nintendo DS™ on November, 16th 2007.
Wii: Medal of Honor Heroes 2 Multiplayer Video
Tuesday, October 30th, 2007DS: Final Fantasy CC RoF in 08 for Europe re-re-statement
Tuesday, October 30th, 2007Get Ready For Excitement And Adventure With FINAL FANTASY CRYSTAL CHRONICLES: Ring of Fates
Square Enix Ltd., the publisher of Square Enix® interactive entertainment products in Europe and other PAL territories, today announces that FINAL FANTASY® CRYSTAL CHRONICLES®: Ring of Fates™ will be released across all PAL territories in spring 2008 exclusively on the Nintendo DS™ system.
FINAL FANTASY CRSTAL CHRONICLES: Ring of Fates has been designed to be the most accessible FINAL FANTASY ever. The unique action-based gameplay offers exciting 3D levels, exploration and puzzle solving, with a control system that allows you to engage enemies on your terms and without any random encounters.
The best part of this exciting adventure is that up to four friends can team-up and co-operate with Nintendo DS Wireless Communication. Like all great heroes, you’ll want to look good during the action and there are hundreds of different items and costume combinations to make your character unique.
John Yamamoto, president and chief executive officer of Square Enix Ltd. comments, “With a strong focus on action and exploration FINAL FANTASY CRYSTAL CHRONICLES: Ring of Fates offers an exciting, fast-paced adventure. If you’ve never played a FINAL FANTASY game before, Ring of Fates is the perfect introduction and offers even more fun when played with friends.â€
Story:
The Great Crystal protects the land from the malefic glow of the blood red moon. Twins are born to this land, endowed with a shared, mystical power. Their peaceful life is suddenly changed with the rise of the blood red moon. All fates are etched into the crystal.Features:
• Unique action-based gameplay – with 3D levels, exploration and puzzle solving
• Action-based control system lets you experience the adventure your way
• Experience exhilarating real-time battles with intuitive controls
• Gorgeous 3D graphics and an emotional audio score creates a beautiful world to explore
• Co-operate with up to four players to explore via Nintendo DS Wireless Communication
• Realise the tale of two heroic yet innocent twins in a unique story of fate, adventure and fraternal love.
• Hundreds of different item and costume combinations add to the fun. Changes to costume and equipment are directly visible on your character in the game
• Trade with friends using Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection functions
• Additional content over the original Japanese version, with four new quests
• Can be played in English, French, German and Spanish. The multiplayer mode allows friends to play together regardless of their selected language.
Wii: Resident Evil Umbrella Chronicles Intro Video
Tuesday, October 30th, 2007Wii: Super Mario Galaxy Game Intro Video
Tuesday, October 30th, 2007DS: My Word Coach Trailer
Tuesday, October 30th, 2007Wii/DS: Bee Movie Game Launch Trailer
Tuesday, October 30th, 2007Wii: Ghost Squad Gameplay Videos
Tuesday, October 30th, 2007Manhunt 2 Opening Video
Tuesday, October 30th, 2007Birthday coded for your protection and ours.
