King's Bounty - the Legend video game on PC

Title: King’s Bounty: The Legend
Genre: RPG / TBS
Platform: PC
Publisher: 1C / Nobilis Publishing
Release date: Q4 2008
Official website: www.kings-bounty.com


King’s bounty is the combination of a traditional RPG and a turn based strategy game, melted into a delightful heroic fantasy universe. As any traditional RPG you are free to walk around and browse the world map in real time. You will be able to interact with many characters, search for treasures and artifacts, conquer dungeons, recruit new units, explore land and sea and even fly to unknown continents and improve your hero’s skills. But King’s Bounty is also a turn based strategy game. During your progress, traveling through various environments, you will encounter aggressive enemies. Combats will then be set following a turn based hexagonal pattern… This game has created a lot of buzz, “King’s Bounty: The Legend” is highly anticipated!

I-Fluid on PC video game - Don't Drop It!

Title: I-Fluid (WIP title)
Genre: Arcade / Platform
Platform: PC
Publisher: Nobilis Publishing
Release date: Q4 2008

A very original and refreshing game! Take good care of a drop of water, drive it through different domestic environments and face many dangers: Watch out for absorbing surfaces, use fruits and vegetables to regenerate it with water, stay away from hot surfaces that could evaporate your drop, avoid thirsty insects trying to swallow it up. Come & play this very intriguing and outstanding game concept that has already received 2 prestigious awards: Imagina Games Awards & Special price 3D3!!

Case Closed - One Truth Prevails on Nintendo Wii

Title: Case closed - One truth prevails / The Mirapolis investigation
Genre: Adventure / Investigation
Platform: Nintendo Wii
Publisher: Nobilis Publishing
Release date: Q4 2008

The manga series that sold in the millions is now available on the Nintendo Wii in a full-blown investigation! Detective Conan fans and young detectives all over the world will enjoy “CASE CLOSED – One truth prevails” on the Nintendo Wii! This adventure game will thrill kids: visit crime scenes, solve enigmas, find clues, collect evidence, play super fun mini-games (football, Super hero arcade battles, and more!), and of course catch the bad guy. Use the wii mote to profit of Detective Conan’s gadgets (Solar-powered skateboard, Super sneakers, Bow tie voice transmitter…) that kids love! The real first police investigation for kids on the Nintendo Wii™! And we know how kids could be fans of that theme!

Cookie Shop DS - A Deep and Rich DS game for Girls

Title: Cookie Shop
Genre: Cooking / Management
Platform: Nintendo DS
Publisher: Nobilis Publishing
Release date: Q4 2008

Create the shop of your dreams on the Nintendo DS! Cooking is cool and definitely super fun on the Nintendo DS. However cooking and then running your own shop to sell the delicious pastries you have made is even more fun and rewarding. That’s what the upcoming “Cookie Shop” game is all about. Improving your recipes, decorating your shop to please customers, monitoring your sales and supplies, building-up solid relationships with your fellow shop owners to get new furniture… “Cook & sell” isn’t it an obvious and appealing promise for the girly DS audience?

Hello Kitty Daily DS - the Trendiest Personal DS Assistant for your Nintendo

Title: Hello Kitty Daily
Genre: PDA - Personal Digital Assistant
Platform: Nintendo DS
Publisher: Nobilis Publishing
Release date: Q4 2008



Hello Kitty Daily is simply the NEW must have for trendy girls who play Nintendo DS. “Trendy?” – Definitely, because it’s a new and smart way to use the Nintendo DS Console and on the top of that ... it’s a new Hello Kitty item!

“Useful?” – It’s not only cool. It’s super practical since this new application allows you to turn the console into a user friendly PDA with all the functions modern life requires.

Hotel Giant DS & Hotel Giant 2 PC the success story continues

Title: Hotel Giant DS / Hotel Giant 2
Genre: Management / Lifesim
Platform: Nintendo DS & PC
Publisher: Nobilis Publishing
Release date: Q4 2008

“Hotel Giant” has been a huge success since 2002, with more than 1 million units sold all over the world! 6 years after the launch of the first edition, Hotel Giant is still among the top 10 sales of several countries (France, Spain, United Kingdom…)!!! The success story continues with Hotel Giant DS, and Hotel Giant 2 PC!


Enter the challenging and luxurious tourism industry and have a lot of fun by building, designing, marketing and managing the most fabulous hotels in the world! Take good care of your customers, to become rich, observant and all-mighty!

Moto Racer DS - The Legend is Back on Nintendo DS

Title: Moto Racer DS
Genre: Motor sports
Platform: Nintendo DS
Publisher: Nobilis Publishing
Release date: Q4 2008
Official website: www.motoracer-thegame.com


The “Moto Racer” anthology is taking a new and radical turn! With 7 million units sold to date, the motorbike franchise is back with an astonishing version specially made for the Nintendo DS. Faithful to the original game concept, Moto Racer DS will be the first true multi-discipline (“Moto GP”, “Traffic”, “Freestyle”, and “Supercross) motorbike game, for the Nintendo DS. But what makes Moto Racer DS a real event is the never before seen and intuitive SPH (Stylus Precision Handling). The exciting arcade gameplay is now powered by the use of the stylus, and the multi-player mode with up to 8 riders via the DS’ wireless connection! Come on the road again … but don’t forget your stylus this time!

Goosebumps Horrorland video game on Nintendo Wii, DS and PlayStation 2

Goosebumps HorrorLand for Wii, PlayStation 2 computer entertainment system and Nintendo DS. Goosebumps HorrorLand is the first game to be published under Scholastic Interactive's new publishing label ELASTIC.

Scholastic Interactive is already well-known for high quality, award-winning games that educate and entertain children. Now, with the introduction of the ELASTIC label, the company is expanding its catalog to include more entertainment driven titles and broaden its reach to consumers. The titles under the new label will be published across all interactive platforms and will feature content based on Scholastic properties, such as Goosebumps, as well as other original and third-party licensed properties.

"We are delighted to be launching our new games label, ELASTIC, with Goosebumps. Goosebumps has a broad and enthusiastic global fan base who will be thrilled with our new games. What better way to deliver the thrills and chills of a Goosebumps experience than with a game that puts the player in the heart of HorrorLand," said Deborah Forte, President, Scholastic Media and Executive Vice President of Scholastic Inc.

Marking the brand's first foray into gaming consoles and handhelds, Goosebumps HorrorLand is an adventure game set in a fright-themed amusement park filled with over thirty thrilling rides and bone-chilling attractions. Sounds like fun - until players discover the scares are all too real and find themselves vanquishing vampires, hanging on for life on the Roller Ghoster and battling Certain Death. As players fiendishly try to escape the park, they will unravel a mystery, encounter a host of creepy horrors, monsters and mummies plus trademark Goosebumps twists and cliffhangers. Goosebumps HorrorLand will offer the suspense, pulse-pounding action, tension and humor that defines the franchise. Goosebumps HorrorLand, the video game, is set to make nightmares come to life on Wii (SRP $39.99), Nintendo DS (SRP $29.99), and PlayStation 2 system (SRP $29.99) in October 2008.

For an exclusive peek at Goosebumps HorrorLand, go to www.GoosebumpsVideoGame.com or to YouTube to view the "No Ordinary Park" teaser trailer.

Goosebumps books

With more than 300 million books sold in 32 languages, Goosebumps is a global mega brand.

Goosebumps HorrorLand is based on the new 12 book Scholastic series by R.L. Stine that launched in April to terrific sales and national press attention. Additional content can be found on the official Goosebumps Web site www.scholastic.com/goosebumps.

ChartTrack Weekly UK games Chart July 19

All formats

1 LEGO INDIANA JONES: ORIGINAL ADVENTURES LUCASARTS
2 WALL-E PLAY THQ
3 WII FIT NINTENDO
4 WII PLAY NINTENDO
5 SUPER SMASH BROS: BRAWL NINTENDO
6 MARIO KART WII NINTENDO
7 MARIO & SONIC AT THE OLYMPIC GAMES SEGA
8 BATTLEFIELD: BAD COMPANY EA GAMES
9 BIG BEACH SPORTS PLAY THQ
10 KUNG FU PANDA ACTIVISION
11 GUITAR HERO: ON TOUR REDOCTANE
12 TOP SPIN 3 2K SPORTS
13 SPORTS PARTY PLAY ZONE
14 BEIJING 2008 SEGA
15 GUITAR HERO III: LEGENDS OF ROCK REDOCTANE
16 DR KAWASHIMA'S BRAIN TRAINING NINTENDO
17 CARNIVAL: FUNFAIR GAMES 2KPLAY
18 GRAND THEFT AUTO IV ROCKSTAR
19 METAL GEAR SOLID 4: GUNS OF THE PATRIOTS KONAMI
20 FIFA 08 EA SPORTS

Dead Rising - Chop til you drop on Nintendo Wii announced by Capcom

Wii Gamers Prepare For a Zombie Invasion

Dead Rising - Chop Till You Drop is in development for the Nintendo Wii home video game system. Based on the critically acclaimed Dead Rising, which has sold in excess of one million units since its release in 2006, Dead Rising -Chop Till You Drop is scheduled to hit store shelves this Winter.

Taking advantage of the same proven technology that brought Resident Evil 4 so successfully to Nintendo Wii, Dead Rising - Chop Till You Drop delivers a more immersive, intuitive and interactive experience as players use the Wii Remote to shoot, slash and bludgeon their way through a zombie infested shopping mall, fighting for survival.

Dead Rising: Chop Till You Drop follows the harrowing tale of Frank West, an overly zealous freelance journalist on a hunt for the scoop of a lifetime. In pursuit of a juicy lead, he makes his way to the small suburban town of Willamette only to find that it has become overrun by zombies. Frank escapes to the local shopping mall, thinking it will be a bastion of safety but it turns out to be anything but. It will be a true struggle to survive the endless stream of enemies, but players will have full reign of a realistic shopping centre and its varied stores offering an endless supply of real and makeshift weapons to fight off the flesh-hungry mob. If Frank is running low on health he can pay a visit to one of the many restaurants or cafes for a meal in order to restore his energy and continue the fight.


The game is split into a series of individual cases, all of which Frank must complete in order to gain vital information that will allow him to piece together the truth behind the horrendous epidemic. In addition to the cases, players will be faced with the dilemma of deciding the rescue priority of the residents of Wilamette who also sought sanctuary in the mall. Depending on the player’s skill, some may not be so fortunate as each rescue needs to be undertaken in a set time period, therefore players may need to delay completion of a case in order to save a fellow human.

Dead Rising: Chop Till You Drop’s infectious humor delivers some welcome relief from the incessant tide of zombies with players able to dress Frank up in a variety of comedic costumes and take on the undead hordes with a selection of improvised and sometimes highly ineffective weapons such as a toy sword or a football.

Dead Rising: Chop Till You Drop includes the following features:

• Utilizes the same engine as Resident Evil 4 Wii edition.
• New level of interaction – aim and fire guns, swing and throw weapons and shake off zombie attacks with added Wii Remote functionality
• Huge environment – expansive indoor and outdoor areas of the mall provide a variety of different locations to explore
• Improved save functionality allows for more seamless gameplay
• Hoards of enemies on screen at once resulting in non-stop, pulse-pounding action
• Anything in the mall is at Frank’s disposal
• Grab environmental objects like umbrellas and benches to use as improvised weapons
• Snatch items from different stores to use as weapons including golf clubs, lawnmowers, frying pans and more
• Consume food and drink to revive health

Puzzle Quest Expansion Pack hits Xbox LIVE Arcade - July 23rd

Expansion pack Puzzle Quest: Challenge of the Warlords - Revenge of the Plague Lord, its latest Xbox LIVE Arcade for Xbox 360 offering, will launch on Xbox LIVE Marketplace on July 23, 2008.

The expansion pack will be available for play as an addition to fan favorite game Puzzle Quest: Challenge of the Warlords for Xbox LIVE Arcade for the Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, and includes four new hero professions, scores of new spells to cast and items to collect, challenging new quests, monsters and bosses, and the introduction of a new archenemy. Puzzle Quest: Challenge of the Warlords - Revenge of the Plague Lord will be available on Xbox LIVE marketplace for 700 Microsoft Points.

Puzzle Quest: Challenge of the Warlords - Revenge of the Plague Lord will offer fans hours of additional gameplay with four brand new Hero Professions: Bard, Rogue, Ranger and Warlock. Players will adventure with new or existing Heroes to explore an expansive new area on the Southern Map containing more than 25 challenging quests, cast more than 50 new spells and collect more than 40 new magical items as they’re immersed into the compelling story of Antharg, the Lord of Plague and brother to the infamous Lord Bane. 

New monsters, bosses and more will challenge veteran and casual fans alike for hours of compelling entertainment. The expansion pack further increases the full Puzzle Quest experience by adding three new Achievements and raising the character Level Cap to 60. Puzzle Quest: Challenge of the Warlords - Revenge of the Plague Lord was initially code-named “Puzzle Quest: 1.5” to reflect its tremendous amount of content.

Guitar Virtuoso track pack for Guitar Hero III

Joe Satriani, Steve Vai and Buckethead to Headline

World renowned for their amazing shredding abilities, three legendary guitar artists make their virtual debut in Activision Guitar Hero III: Legends Of Rock. The Guitar Virtuoso Track Pack continues the ultimate rock experience with three fresh master tracks set to storm living rooms across the globe on July 24.

Experience influential guitarist Joe Satriani’s soulful 1987 hit, “Surfing with the Alien,” get blown away with guitar slinger Steve Vai’s reflective, “For the Love of God,” and feel the avant-garde compositions of underground rock’s most eccentric guitarist, Buckethead, as he shreds “Soothsayer,” at hyper-speed.

The Guitar Virtuoso Track Pack will allow rockers to further expand and customise their Guitar Hero play lists and get a taste of this quintessential rock trio beginning July 24 when it’s available for download on Xbox LIVE Marketplace for Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and PLAYSTATION Store for the PLAYSTATION 3 computer entertainment system.

Guitar Hero III: Legends of Rock offers the ultimate rock experience with new wireless guitars, freshly added content and features including a multiplayer action-inspired battle mode, grueling boss battles, a host of exclusive unlockable content and visually stunning rock venues.

Expanded online multiplayer modes allow axe-shredders worldwide to compete head-to-head for true rock status as they riff through a star-studded soundtrack including master tracks by legendary artists such as Aerosmith, Guns 'N' Roses, The Rolling Stones, Beastie Boys, Rage Against the Machine and Pearl Jam, as well as original songs by guitar icons Slash and Tom Morello. Guitar Hero III: Legends of Rock is now available and is rated 12+ by PEGI and 12 by the BBFC. For more information visit http://community.guitarhero.com/.

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Great Tree's beautiful world of mystery and adventure comes to Mac

Whispers speak of something sinister in the shadows. The time of the Great Descent draws nigh, but the Great Tree is failing. Stripped of its source of energy, its life force is running out. The fairy Wren, whose lives are intertwined with the tree, must find a way to collect the pollen that can save The Great Tree...and themselves.

The Great Tree was critically acclaimed when it was released on the PC last December for bringing a grown-up story of good and evil together with gameplay that surprises and stunning moments that are unlike anything you'll find in any other game.

Now after months of thoughtful work, Reflexive Entertainment (www.reflexive-inc.com) is proud to announce the Mac release of The Great Tree, putting the survival of an enchanted world into the hands of Mac users everywhere.



Drawn and painted by the same award-winning artist behind Wik: Fable of Souls, The Great Tree transports players into a beautifully dark world full of magic and mystery. The story of the faeries known as the Wren is one fraught with intrigue and danger. Told through drawings and poignant voice, the epic story has been carefully put together through blood, sweat and tears, to bring players a unique gaming experience.

Taking on the role of one of the Wren selected to collect pollen, players hear the story through cinematic interludes and then live it through the levels. Using magical powers and agile movements, players must avoid powerful and innovative enemies that literally come alive from the background in ways that are both exciting and horrifying.

"Watching a mushroom that you thought was just a pretty picture in the background open its eyes, change its expression and then open its mouth to try to eat you is just one of many amazing moments in this game that will startle, surprise and in the end simply amaze you," said Ion Hardie, Director of Product Development. "It contains moments that are as unique and enjoyable as anything I've ever seen in any game."

Featuring stunning locales, surprising enemies, and 100 tantalizing levels, The Great Tree provides an amazing gaming experience, which feels akin to an epic film than a simple game. More information, including the game's demo for Mac (and PC as well), can now be found at The Great Tree game's website: http://www.thegreattreegame.com/.

Strategic Command 2 Weapons and Warfare Expansion v1.05 patch and free demo

v1.05 Patch and v1.05 Demo for Strategic Command 2 Weapons and Warfare Expansion. This all-inclusive v1.05 Patch includes a number of user requested changes, bug fixes and editor enhancements as well as better overall game performance by means of a new "Video Acceleration" option accessible via the games Settings panel. 

Most importantly it also addresses a Windows Vista config file update issue which could occur under certain circumstances. We have also added a great deal of material to the game manual itself since many players have asked for more details on all the new changes in the expansion.

Visit the Strategic Command 2 Weapons and Warfare Patch page for full details and download

In addition to the v1.05 Patch, we have also updated the Strategic Command 2 Weapons and Warfare Demo. The new demo includes all the relevant v1.05 updates. Visit the Strategic Command 2 Weapons and Warfare Demo page for full details and download

Metal Slug 7 on Nintendo DS

The Original 'Run and Gun' Returns

Metal Slug 7 for Nintendo DS.


This title marks the debut of this highly regarded franchise onto the Nintendo DS, and will deliver the fast paced and frantic ‘run and gun’ action that is associated with the series that has recently enjoyed its’ 10th anniversary.

The battle scars from the previous war against General Morden had started to fade and the reconstruction of the cities and the army was well underway. The people had started to feel safe again, but when a mysterious figure is spotted on a routine scouting of Garbage Island it seems that this war is far from over.

Join Marco, Fio, Tarma, Eri, along with Ralf and Clark (returning fresh from some fighting tournament you maybe familiar with) and get ready to once again take on the forces of General Morden.

Spanning 7 new missions, 6 playable characters and a host of new weapons and features Metal Slug 7 continues the standards of the titles before it. Oh, and there is the introduction of the biggest and baddest SLUG vehicle to date...

‘With a Metal Slug game you know that you’re going to have a hugely enjoyable experience’ Says Peter Rollinson, Product Manager, Ignition Entertainment ‘The latest addition to this great franchise will continue that trend’.



For further information please visit

Metal Slug 7 will be available Autumn ‘08 for the Nintendo DS

Ferrari Challenge Screeches at British International Motor Show

Going to the show? Then get hands-on time with the PlayStation 3s freshest, newest racer

Ferrari Challenge Trofeo Pirelli will be making a public appearance at the UK’s largest motor show.

Running from July 23rd until August 3rd at the ExCeL centre, London, the British International Motor show is home to the very best in the car industry – so, with its vast array of gorgeous, faithfully-recreated, fully licensed luxury cars, Ferrari Challenge Trofeo Pirelli will be right at home.

The game is currently winning an army of fans nationwide thanks to its superb recreation of Ferrari’s best models and the latest high definition racing engine.


Ferrari Challenge Trofeo Pirelli is System 3’s labour of love – a re-creation of Ferrari’s own racing series, which sees both professional and amateur drivers taking to the world’s most famous race tracks in 430 Challenge race cars. Developed by racing game specialists Eutechnyx, Ferrari Challenge Trofeo Pirelli draws upon the developer’s years of experience with racing titles and includes a uniquely magical touch from GP2 driver Bruno Senna, nephew of F1 legend Ayrton and technical consultant on the game’s handling.

System 3’s booth will allow 16 players to race head-to-head, showcasing the game’s brilliant multiplayer action. No other PlayStation 3 title permits thrilling 16-player races, and the show floor will allow racers to show of their skills to thousands of admiring motoring enthusiasts.

Behind closed doors, System 3 boss Mark Cale will be premiering the firm’s very latest racing technology.

“This is a great opportunity to showcase the game to the country’s most avid motoring fans,” says Mark Cale, CEO, System 3. “Everything about the game is Ferrari through and through, so we can’t wait for it to be scrutinised by some of the biggest petrolheads out there. We’re confident that once they’ve seen, heard and played the latest in high definition experience, they’ll realise that Ferarri Challenge Trofeo Pirelli is a game with no equal.”

Ferrari Challenge Trofeo Pirelli is available now for PlayStation 3 and Nintendo DS., the PlayStation 2 version will follow soon.

Sonic and the Black Knight announced by Sega

A new addition to the Storybook Series of Sonic Titles.

Sonic and the Black Knight, an all-new Wii-exclusive adventure. Part of the storybook series of games that began with Sonic and the Secret Rings, this new title brings Sonic into the world of Arthurian legend and offers the worlds most infamous blue hedgehog the chance to become a knight. Using the unique Wii control system, this exciting game will take advantage of both the Wii Remote and the Nunchuk to offer an interactive experience that any Sonic fans will love.

Created by Sonic Team in Japan, this innovative game takes Sonic into a medieval world and arms him with a sword to aid in his effort to save the day. Sonic and the Black Knight will provide Sonic fans with an irresistible cast of characters and teach them all what it takes to be a true hero and the ultimate knight. With a series of missions taking place in stunning Arthurian-inspired locations, Sonic and the Black Knight promises to offer a fast-paced adventure that gamers of all ages will enjoy.

“After the success of Sonic and the Secret Rings we’re delighted to announce a second title in the Storybook Series,” said Gary Knight, European Marketing Director, SEGA Europe, “Following Sonic on his way to knighthood will excite players of all ages.”

Sonic and the Black Knight, exclusively for the Wii, will be out in Spring 2009.

Eidos releases Tomb Raider: Underworld official teaser trailer

Eidos Interactive, creator of some of the world’s leading videogame properties, launches the first Tomb Raider: Underworld teaser trailer in the UK. Bursting with action, this trailer will give you a first look at what is set to come when the game is officially released in November later this year.

Tomb Raider: Underworld sees Lara undertake her riskiest mission yet, descending to the depths of the underworlds. For generations, stories have been told of the fearsome weapon of the Norse god, Thor. Legend has it that he who wields the hammer has the power to smash mountains into valleys and the strength to destroy even the gods. For more than a thousand years it has existed only as a myth…until now.

In an ancient ruin on the floor of the Mediterranean Sea, Lara Croft uncovers proof of the Norse underworld and the mythical hammer. As Lara attempts to unravel the secrets behind these myths, her perilous journey leads to a forgotten power that, if unleashed, could lay waste to all civilization.

Designed specifically to take advantage of the latest technologies Tomb Raider: Underworld represents a new advancement in exploration-based gameplay. As a fearless adventurer, Lara Croft explores exotic locations around the world, each designed with an incredible attention to detail, resulting in breathtaking high-definition visual fidelity that creates a truly believable world and delivers a new level of challenge and choice.

Tomb Raider: Underworld will be on sale from 21st November 2008 on PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, Nintendo Wii, PlayStation 2, Nintendo DS and Games for Windows. With development led by Crystal Dynamics, developers of the recent Tomb Raider blockbusters, Tomb Raider: Legend and Tomb Raider: Anniversary, Tomb Raider: Underworld takes players on an epic adventure, where they will face greater challenges and choices than ever before.

For more information, check out the website at www.tombraider.com