News Briefs (11-3-09)

A lot of stuff rounded up from the world of videogames – including a long list of games newly available

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Posted by Daniel "monk" Pelfrey on Nov 3rd, 2009

Magic the Gathering: Tactics for the PC and PS3 is announced for 2010.

 

Magic: The Gathering – Tactics will allow players to command forces of dramatic 3D figures and powerful spell cards pulled from the Magic: The Gathering Multiverse. Players can participate in single player scenarios or jump right into PVP action against other players worldwide, 24 hours per day. Magic: The Gathering – Tactics is expected to feature regular content expansions, a robust tournament environment, an achievement and rankings program, and original stories of the Planeswalkers of Magic: The Gathering.

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For the Glory: A Europa Universalis Game has finished development and will be available to download November 10.

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Downloadable mixes for DJ Hero are now available with more on the way. The cost is 480 MS Points or $5.99 for the PS3. The first Mix Pack includes:

 

“All Of Me” by 50 Cent featuring Mary J. Blige vs. “Radio Ga Ga” by Queen

“DARE” by Gorillaz vs. “Can’t Truss It” Performed by Public Enemy

 

The Wii will get the Mix Packs on November 24 for 300 Wii Points each.

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A casual game based on the television series Diagnosis Murder is announced as in development.

 

In the game, the player is a young doctor who helps Dr. Sloan solve a series of murders.  The game uses classic hidden object gameplay coupled with adventure elements.

 

The game, licensed from CBS Consumer Products, builds on Merscom’s experience in creating successful commercial casual games based on major media properties.  Merscom’s joint productions with Lifetime Network’s Blood Ties and with Starz Media’s Righteous Kill were two of the most successful hidden object games of 2008, each title not only popular with fans of the properties but also the broader casual games market.

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Gun is now available to play via download on Impulse for $19.99.

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The official website for Worldshift has launched in advance of the game’s November 11 launch date.

 

http://worldshift.gotgameentertainment.com/

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More songs for Guitar Hero 5 are now available to download in a new pack:

 

“Gor Gor” by Gwar

“Beautiful People” by Marilyn Manson

“Astro Zombies” by The Misfits.

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A demo for Smugglers IV – Doomsday is now available:

http://www.matrixgames.com/products/375/downloads/Smugglers%20IV%20-%20Doomsday

 

This demo will give gamers an in depth look at the fun and challenging turn-based space-trading game.

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Downloadable content for Marvel Ultimate Alliance 2 is coming later this week. Included in the package will be some new upgrades, missions, and characters: Carnage, Cable, Psylocke, Black Panther and one more yet to be announced. The DLC pack will cost 800MS Points for the Xbox 360 or $9.99 for the PS3. Juggernaut will be available as a standalone download for 160 MS Points or $1.99 via PSN.

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Evil Genius is now available to play through Game Tap’s subscription service. The featured free to play game right now is American McGee’s Grimm: Master Thief.

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Battlefield: Bad Company 2 for the Xbox 360, PS3 and PC is coming March 2, with a Limited Edition available. Included in the Limited Edition will be six unlockables:

 

Four vehicle warfare unlocks

  • Improved Vehicle Armor – An up-armor package is mounted on all vehicle types, decreasing the effect of both explosive and penetrating warheads, significantly improving vehicle survivability.
  • Supreme Vehicle Firepower – Additional weapon packages are mounted for the driver of all armored vehicles, greatly expanding the range of targets the vehicle can successfully engage and destroy.
  • Vehicle Motion Sensor – Use this electronics warfare package to locate enemy units in direct proximity to the vehicle.
  • Tracer Dart Pistol R11; This magnetic dart attaches to any vehicle surface, allowing squad members to track, lock on, and fire rockets onto moving targets even beyond line of sight.  

 

Two classic Battlefield 1943™ weapons

  • M1A1 Submachine Gun – Reliable but heavy this classic weapon is a powerful force in the hands of any Battlefield veteran.
  • M1911 Pistol – Highly customized M1911 are favored for its dependability and the power of its large .45 caliber round.

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A second round of beta testing for Mercenary Wars has kicked off. And will run through November 5.

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Bayonetta is announced to arrive for the Xbox 360 and PS3 on January 5.

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Wii exclusive Resident Evil Archives: Resident Evil Zero is scheduled to ship on December 1.

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Development on The Sims 3 expansion World Adventures is complete and is set to become available November 17.

 

Sims can now go on the journey of a lifetime in The Sims 3 World Adventures. They can run from mummies in Al Simhara, Egypt, fill the sky with fireworks purchased from locals in Shang Simla, China and master the art of nectar-making in France. Along the way, they can capture the funny, scary and exciting moments while using the brand new photography skill. Once they have completed their quests players can bring their treasures home with them to reminisce and share. When players register their copy of the PC/Mac version of the game online, they will receive exclusive extra game content with the Explorer’s Loot Set and 1,000 SimPoints*** to be used in The Sims 3 Store to customize their game with additional in-game items.

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Games announced as newly available:

 

CSI: Crime Scene Investigation: Deadly Intent (Wii, PC, Xbox 360)

CSI: Deadly Intent: The Hidden Cases (DS)

101-in-1 Party Megamix (Wii)

Darkstalkers Chronicle: The Chaos Tower (PSP – via PlayStation Network)

Mega Man Maverick Hunter: X (PSP – via PlayStation Network)

Grand Theft Auto: The Ballad Of Gay Tony (Xbox Live)

Grand Theft Auto: Episodes From Liberty City (Xbox 360)

Dance Dance Revolution Hottest Party 3 (Wii)

Dance Dance Revolution X2 (PS2)

Wine Tycoon (PC)

Rabbids go Home (Wii, DS/DSi)

Style Savvy (DS)

Dragon Age: Origins (PC, Xbox 360, PS3)

Need for Speed: Nitro (Wii, DS)

Band Hero (Wii, DS, PS2, PS3, 360)

LEGO Rock Band (Wii, DS, PS3, 360)

Crystal Defenders (PSPgo)

We Cheer 2 (Wii)

Academy of Champions: Soccer (Wii)

Pro Evolution Soccer 2010 (360, PS3)

C.O.P. The Recruit (DS)

Food Network: Cook or Be Cooked (Wii)

Star Wars The Force Unleashed: Ultimate Sith Edition (PC, PS3, 360)

Ghostbusters: The Video Game (PSP)

Jak and Daxter: The Lost Frontier (PSP)

Fort Zombie (PC)

Star Wars Battlefront: Elite Squadron (PSP, DS)

Zombie Tycoon (PSPgo)

Monster 4X4 Stunt Racer (Wii)

Rainbow Islands: Towering Adventure (Xbox Live Arcade)

Annie’s Millions Plus (PC)

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