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The Force Unleashed Is Only So-So, Reviews Say
Posted by Brian Allen 2 days, 4 hours, 51 minutes ago.
The reviews for the greatly anticipated title The Force Unleashed are coming in, and coming in around average. Xbox Magazine gave it a 7.5 out of 10, saying it lacked polish. And horror of horrors, Nintendo Power said playing with the Wii motion controls is not that fun.
Do you have any idea how many gamers probably bought a Wii just for the chance to swing controls like a lightsaber? Electronic Gaming Monthly's review is particularly scathing. James Mielke says the whole thing feels like a "mediocre action game from 1999."
It's sad, as gamers and Star Wars fans alike were looking forward to this one. We may have to keep waiting for that Star Wars game that really makes us feel like we've unleashed the force.
Comments (0)Far Cry 2 Dated, Collector's Edition Detailed
Posted by Karn Bianco 2 days, 12 hours, 12 minutes ago.
Ubisoft today announced that it will be releasing its highly anticipated follow-up to Far Cry, Far Cry 2, on the Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, and the PC “throughout all EMEA territories” on October 24.
“Far Cry 2 is an amazing journey that will take you to the darkest places of Africa where each player will choose how they play. This will provide gamers with an unprecedented experience in the FPS genre,” said John Parkes, EMEA Marketing Director.In addition to the regular version of the game, a special Collector's Edition of Far Cry 2 - featuring a wooden box, limited edition t-shirt, art book, 50km² map, and a making-of DVD – will also be made available next month.
Microsoft Hopes Price Cuts Appeal to PS2 Owners
Posted by Brian Allen 3 days, 6 hours, 12 minutes ago.
Xbox marketing product director Aaron Greenberg told MTV's Multiplayer blog that the company believes its price cuts hit on two fronts. Greenberg thinks a $199 price point can pick up gamers who already own a Wii. He also believes it can pick up PS2 owners who haven't stepped up to the next generation.
"Tens of millions of those guys haven't upgraded," Greenberg said. "A lot of those guys didn't pay more than $200 for their system and now we're speaking to those guys as well."
The article notes that for all the success of the Wii, it hasn't reached the popularity the PS2 still enjoys. It will be interesting to see which console camp a majority of the "upgraders" land in.
EA May Walk Away from Take-Two Deal
Posted by Brian Allen 3 days, 6 hours, 37 minutes ago.
Another day, another rumor where a potential EA-Take Two merger is concerned. Stock site Seeking Alpha reports on what it calls an unusual change of shares.
The site learned the price drop of Take-Two shares stemmed from reports that the on-again, off-again merger talks between Take-Two and EA are off again. Both companies had been engaged in private talks after numerous deadlines EA had set in hostile takeover attempts expired.
The rumors about EA walking away caused Take-Two shares to drop from $24.51 to $21.34 per share. The way these talks have gone though, it would be impossible to conclusively say things are over.
Square Enix Welcomes New Executives
Posted by Karn Bianco 3 days, 13 hours, 1 minutes ago.
Square Enix today announced that Ron Scott and David Hoffman have joined its North America executive team as Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing and Director of Business Development, respectively.
"I have great confidence in both Ron and David’s ability to propel Square Enix forward in the ever-growing North American market,” said president and CEO of Square Enix, John Yamamoto.
“We are committed to meeting the needs of our customers and business partners and these new additions to our team will provide the invaluable expertise necessary to achieve greater success in the market."Scott will oversee “the day-to-day sales and marketing operations” of the company, while Hoffman will “be charged with expanding partnerships with development studios in North America.”
No Trophies For Fallout 3 On PS3
Posted by Karn Bianco 3 days, 13 hours, 5 minutes ago.
Speaking in an interview with PlayStation Universe, Bethesda Softworks' Vice President of Marketing, Pete Hines, revealed that the PlayStation 3 version of Fallout 3 will not include Trophy support when it launches.
"It remains to be seen what we do down the road. It wasn't something we were able to incorporate into the game for launch," said Hines.Fallout 3 is currently scheduled to launch on the PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, and PC on October 28 in the States and on October 31 across Europe.
BlackFoot Studios Using Unreal Engine 3
Posted by Karn Bianco 3 days, 13 hours, 11 minutes ago.
BlackFoot Studios today announced that it has licensed Epic Game's Unreal Engine 3 for use in its upcoming PC, Xbox 360, and PlayStation 3 “military tactical action game,” Sky Gods.
“Epic supports the smaller studios, and they work hard to make the right things happen for all involved.” said John Sonedecker, founder of BlackFoot Studios.
“Epic is a great company to deal with, and we are proud to partner with them.”Sky Gods is described by its creators as a co-operative experience focused on Special Force operations, “specifically HALO (High Altitude, Low Opening) and helicopter insertion missions.” It is expected to launch in Q1 2009.
Gamecock Partners With THQ In Aus, NZ
Posted by Karn Bianco 3 days, 13 hours, 19 minutes ago.
Gamecock today announced that it has entered into an agreement with THQ which see the latter gain “exclusive rights to license, market and distribute Gamecock Media Group titles across Australia and New Zealand for 2008.”
“We’re delighted to have signed this agreement with THQ and to be able to offer our indie games to an ever wider audience”, said Harry Miller, ‘El Presidente’ of Gamecock Media Group.
“By partnering with THQ in Australia we have another chance to ensure that gamers across the world can play games made by great independent developers.”The partnership will see THQ distribute Velvet Assassin, Hail to the Chimp and Mushroom Men by the end of the year.
Dynasty Warriors: Gundam 2 Euro Date
Posted by Karn Bianco 3 days, 13 hours, 39 minutes ago.
Koei today announced that it will be bringing “more massive mobile suits, melee combat mayhem and online versus play,” in the form of Dynasty Warriors: Gundam 2, to Europe in 2009.
"Koei's next gen assault was spearheaded by Dynasty Warriors: Gundam in 2007 to tremendous effect with it proving to be a huge hit across the globe,” said Will Curley, sales manager for Koei.
With every feature within the game ramped up to the max Dynasty Warriors: Gundam 2 will be bigger, better and more spectacular in every way."Gundam 2 promises new stories based on the Gundam anime which will “thrust players into incredible battles against legions of enemy Mobile Suits on distant planetary surfaces and in the far reaches of outer space.”
Tecmo Rejects Square, May Merge With Koei
Posted by Brian Allen 3 days, 19 hours, 24 minutes ago.
Reuters reports that Tecmo has let Square Enix's takeover bid expire and instead appears ready to merge with Koei. Tecmo execs say Koei has a "greater chance of boosting corporate value" than Square Enix. Really?
Um, Final Fantasy and Kingdom Hearts on one hand. Dynasty Warriors and Kessen on the other. Call us biased against Dynasty Warriors, but which one seems more valuable to you, readers?
Square had offered Tecmo $206 million on "friendly" terms to get the deal done. They've not giving up without at least trying their limit break attack on Tecmo. Square says its next step is to learn more about Tecmo's rationale. Then Square will decide how to proceed from there. Stay tuned because this one isn't over.
