News Briefs (1-7-09)

Several titles announced, some newly available, and more bits of videogame related news

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Posted by Daniel "monk" Pelfrey on Jan 7th, 2010

The third beta for Sins of a Solar Empire: Diplomacy has launched. Changes have been made, which are logged here:

http://forums.sinsofasolarempire.com/373286

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Majesco has announced Attack of the Movies 3D for the Wii. Expected to launch “spring” of this year, the game is “the first-ever 3D shooter designed exclusively for Wii.”

 

Attack of the Movies 3D transports players to six fantastic movie-themed worlds where they will battle large alien space cruisers, shoot underwater monsters, join the resistance against the machines and more. Packaged with four pairs of 3D glasses to support four-player multiplayer action, and featuring classic enemies culled from the annals of film history, this inspired 3D shooter jumps right out of your television and into your living room.

 

In Attack of the Movies 3D, players become an integral part of movie scenes they can typically only watch. Each scene features genre-based ultimate weapons to engage enemies, including zombie-slaying shotguns, automatic laser cannons and more. In addition, branching paths, changing enemy attack patterns, unique areas and environmental challenges ensure that players never experience the same fight twice.

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The Wii version of Sonic & Sega All-Stars Racing will allow players to use their Miis to race against Ryo, Dr. Eggman, AiAi, Tails, Amigo, Shadow, and of course, Sonic.

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Square Enix has announced that its upcoming PS3 and Xbox 360 action RPG Nier would be arriving “Spring 2010” which means anytime before the end of June. While still short on story information, here’s the latest bullet list of features:

 

  • The Next RPG from Square Enix: NIER, the newest franchise from RPG masters Square Enix, delivers unique and memorable characters, intense action-packed battles, explosive magic and storytelling like only Square Enix can.
  • Unbelievable Story Twists and Reveals: Immerse in an amazingly intricate storyline set in a world plagued by human anguish, buried secrets and a ravaging disease.  With plot twists hiding around every corner, NIER’s story needs to be seen to be believed.
  • RPG Gameplay Injected With Action-Packed Combat: Battle ferocious and mysterious enemies by combining proven RPG-style gameplay, such as magic, character development and faithful allies, with action-focused explosive swordplay and combat.
  • Powerful Magical Abilities: When his sword isn’t enough, Nier can call on a remarkable array of stylish and powerful spells to augment his combat moves and overcome adversaries.  As players progress, upgraded spells will help defeat ever-more-deadly enemies.
  • Brutal Combat Moves: Face off against evil creatures and unleash brutal combat moves along with devastating combo attacks. Unlock an arsenal of devastating weapons, each with its own design and attack style.
  • Formidable Allies: Travel with a dynamic party of allies and do battle against monstrous giants as a powerful and united party.
  • A Dynamic and Stunning World:  Travel across an unforgettable world filled with dynamic landscapes featuring the hauntingly familiar remains of modern society.

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The official website for the upcoming Nintendo DS title Shin Megami Tensei: Strange Journey has launched.

 

www.atlus.com/strangejourney

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The open beta for WonderKing has… opened.

 

Available for the first time in the upcoming game is an all-new interactive pets system, a variety of battle-ready mounts, unveiling of a new map and a level cap increase.  All of this is in addition to the existing features that helped WonderKing gain a passionate following in recent months, including an intriguing crafting system, a unique cooking option for players to create delectable dishes, and a useful mining function, to name a few.

 

WonderKing is a vibrant, colorful game that boasts delightfully animated graphics and a compelling story for players of all ages to enjoy.  WonderKing is highlighted by a captivating story of heroism set in a unique fantasy world. Players battle a sinister dark force, the Sinistry of Demons, for the chance to be crowned the WonderKing.  It is prophesied that only the WonderKing can save the world from darkness by defeating the evil Baalon, King of Demons, who has plunged the world into unrelenting turmoil.  Like all Ndoors games, WonderKing is completely free-to-play.

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The original, the one, the only, Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney (originally a DS game) is headed to the Wii as a downloadable title next week for 1,000 Wii Points.

 

This is the original court adventure that started it all and made Pheonix Wright one of the most celebrated characters in the Capcom universe. Players will collect evidence, weed through inconsistent testimonies and overcome corrupt agendas to ensure that justice prevails! Present evidence with the wave of the Wii remote or press suspicious testimonies by wiggling it. These games can be played via single-player and has multiple save slots.

 

The story kicks off with Phoenix Wright defending his childhood friend Larry Butz from a murder charge. But this is only the beginning drama for the tenacious legal eagle as Wright faces unexpected tragedies that will test the limits of his incredible deductive prowess. In May, owners of Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney will be able to download the bonus episode that appeared in the original Nintendo DS™ version of the game. It will cost 100 Wii Points.

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A demo for Dark Void is now available to download for the Xbox 360 or PlayStation 3.

 

The demo will give gamers a chance to strap on their jet pack for the first time and explore the mysterious and miraculous world of Dark Void through a combination of thrilling aerial dog-fighting, unique vertical cover action and on-foot combat. The teaser level will be a nice introduction to gamers who plan to try out the full game when it ships on January 19, 2009.

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The Wii to get Pirates Plund-Arrr in April.

 

In this fun and frantic beat-’em-up, players hunt the high seas for the renegade captain Rudebelly who has stolen the Scepter of Power and unleashed an army of cursed dead, ghastly ghouls and menacing bosses.

 

In Pirates Plund-Arrr, players will fight through creature-filled areas like a murky swamp, an underwater city, and a haunted village to ultimately face-off against the scallywag Rudebelly and retrieve their stolen treasure. It’s serious business in a game that doesn’t take itself too seriously: would-be pirates can ride warthogs for “drive-by style” attacks, battle hulking slug bosses and trigger meat meteor showers raining down from above. These cute, but dangerous, swashbucklers will take on more than 40 diverse enemies – including skeletons, slimefish, mummies and lots of other nasties that want to ruin an otherwise pleasant Caribbean adventure. Good thing players have cool combo attacks and a bounty of weapons, from razor-sharp meat cleavers to flaming axes, to ensure that mowing down monsters never gets old! Players can also use the environment to their advantage by picking up rocks and barrels to hurl or simply snatching up the baddies themselves to toss them overboard. As players progress, they’ll gain XP points that will earn them perks and upgrades that will cause more damage to enemies. In addition, Pirates Plund-Arrr lets four mates plunder together for co-op, beat-em action!

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Deca Sports DS (for the Nintendo DS) has finished development and is expected to arrive at retail March 2.

 

DECA SPORTS DS will feature an all-new diverse selection of sports including golf, ping pong, wall climbing, bobsled, rugby, arm wrestling, clay shooting, cheerleading, sky diving and sepak takraw. The new game will continue the original game’s credo of “the Everybody Sports Game” and for added competitive fun, up to six players can join through DS Download Play. In addition to the new sports and multiplayer functionality, gamers will also be able to design their own teams by customizing uniforms, changing athlete abilities and even altering the physical characteristics of the athletes themselves.

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Family Party: 30 Great Games Winter Fun is coming next month for the Wii.

 

Winter Fun delivers hours of family entertainment on Wii where players can choose from over a dozen cute characters dressed head-to-toe in customizable winter outfits, and can participate in up to four player action including multiplayer co-op, available for the first time ever in the franchise. Players will be getting in the spirit of  playing all-time favorite winter games and competing and unlocking games and challenges to achieve high scores and win medals!  For more information on Family Party: 30 Great Games Winter Fun, please visit www.d3publisher.us and www.30greatgames.com.

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SouthPeak has entered into a partnership with publisher Deep Silver for North American distribution of titles. Deep Silver has a much larger European presence, and SouthPeak has North America pretty much covered, so this should be a “win win” for those involved.

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“Hidden object casual” game (whatever that means) The Tarot’s Misfortune is in development for the PC.

 

In The Tarot’s Misfortune, players take on the role of Rosalee, a tarot reader who has been put to sleep and tossed into prison by a mysterious drifter in town. Players must search through the town to recover their stolen tarot card deck as well as uncover clues that will help them rescue the residents of Luzio. Once players find specific hidden objects within each level, the spirit of the tarot guides their next steps. Additionally, players must use their puzzle-solving skills to find slight differences in the tarot cards and uncover mysteries in the town. Featuring enchanting melodies of gypsy songs and 12 beautiful worlds to explore, The Tarot’s Misfortune will challenge and entertain hidden object fans and casual game enthusiasts alike.

 

To learn more about The Tarot’s Misfortune, please visit: http://www.tarotsmisfortune.com.

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Games newly available:
Divinity II Ego Draconis (Xbox 360, PC)

Bayonetta (Xbox 360, PS3)

Matt Hazard: Blood Bath & Beyond (PlayStation Network, Xbox Live Arcade)

Castlevania: Rebirth (WiiWare)

Farm Frenzy 3: Ice Age (PC)

Darksiders (PS3, Xbox 360)

Fast Food Panic (DS)

My Fitness Coach 2: Exercise and Nutrition (wii)

Guinness World Records 2010 Gamers Edition (book)

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