Queen Teen The Clique Nintendo DS E3 video game Fact Sheet

In Queen Teen: The Clique, based on the best-selling young adult book series by author Lisi Harrison, players assume the role of the new girl at school, taking on the challenges of climbing the social ladder to join the ultimate clique, the Pretty Committee.

Queen Teen: The Clique is an empowering game of social maneuvering where the player attempts to survive in one of the most harsh and unforgiving environments on Earth – Octavian Country Day School (OCD).

Player will use gossip, fashion and wit to make friends, join cliques, attend classes, and even work after school “jobbies” with a variety of exciting mini-games. Play a variety of exciting mini-games to earn cash or increase your cool.

Along the way a variety of challenges and tricky situations make the climb up the social ladder tough including getting invited to one of the hottest parties of the year. Queen Teen: The Clique highlights the sassiness of the “The Clique” books and a few lessons in popularity exclusively to the Nintendo DS™. Like the fans of the book know, the only thing harder than getting in, will be staying in!

PRODUCT FEATURES:

* Customizable Characters: Players will name and personalize their character’s complete look: clothing, hair, shoes and more!
* Countless Adorable Fashions: Players can make money at their after school “jobby’’ in order to purchase new styles.
* Alpha Girl Social Ladder: In order to rise from the new kid to queen-bee, players will navigate the halls of OCD by building relationships and gossiping about what is hot and what is not! Play through a collection of entertaining mini-games that can provide the required social tools to become the alpha girl
* Juicy Gossip: The top of the social ladder always has to be in on the latest 411. To be in-the-know, players must share and collect gossip from both their friends and enemies
* Popularity On-The-Go: Wireless multiplayer allows players to share their character with friends from their real-life clique, allowing them to unlock special gossip
* Join the “The Clique” World: Interact with characters popularized in The Clique novels and explore the school of OCD in the first videogame based on “The Clique”


RELEASE DATE: Autumn 2009
PUBLISHER: Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment
DEVELOPER: Gorilla Systems
PEGI RATING: 3+
USK RATING: 0
GENRE: Adventure/Mini-game
PLATFORMS: Nintendo DS

Scribblenauts Nintendo DS video game E3 Fact Sheet

Scribblenauts is a completely original gameplay experience that anyone can play, offering all-age fun fun for all ages with two styles of gameplay and more than 200 levels. In Scribblennauts, players use the Nintendo DS touch-screen to help their character Maxwell acquire the Sstarite in each level by solving a series of puzzles armed with their stylus, notepad and imagination. Players jot down the word for any object that comes to mind in order to reach the goal.



Every object behaves as it would in the real world, and players can combine countless objects to create completely new scenarios. Every level has more than one written object to use as a solution, opening up the game to extensive endless replay.

In Scribblenauts, players advance through ten worlds, each with eleven puzzle and eleven action levels for a total of 220 challenges to complete. Each level has a “par” for the number of objects suggested to finish the level. Beating a level with fewer objects thanunder par, earns “Ollars”, the in-game currency, which players can use to purchase new levels and music.

PRODUCT FEATURES:
• Create Your Own Interactive Experience: Objects you write down in the game are only limited by your imagination.
• Everyone Can Play: All-ages Ppick-up-and-play fun for everyone. .
• Touch-screen Controls: Easy to pick up and play on Nintendo DS™. If you can tap, you can play!
• Unlimited Replay Value: Use less objects to increase your score, or experiment with different objects for endless replay value. Write anything; solve everything!
• Playground Mode: Play the entire game in a sandbox style right on the title screen.
• Revolutionary MultiplayerCreate and Share Levels Online: Share levels you create with the Level Editor via Nintendo DS Wi-Fi Connection.
• Innovative New Title from Leading Developer: 5TH Cell, the creator of the Drawn to Life franchise and Lock's Quest, has experience creating high-quality, innovative DS games.

PLATFORMS: Nintendo DS
RELEASE DATE: Fall Autumn 2009
PUBLISHER: Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment
DEVELOPER: 5TH Cell
ESRB RATING: (Rating Pending)(Pending)
GENRE: Emergent Puzzle/Action

Ultimate Party Challenge video game coming to Nintendo Wii

Get Ready to Challenge Your Friends in This High-Energy, Competitive Party Game

Konami announce Ultimate Party Challenge is being developed for Nintendo Wii. This innovative game pits players against their friends in fast-paced, over-the-top mini-game competitions and brain challenges. Ultimate Party Challenge also uses the functionality of the Wii Remote™ to test players' physical, musical, and mental skills. Customization plays an integral part of the game, allowing players to create their own avatars, upload their Mii,™ or choose from a diverse selection of amusing characters to set themselves apart and showcase their personality.

Ultimate Party Challenge makes for a great family game as it supports a variety of multiplayer modes where players can team up with up to three different players. Compete against each other in over 40 different mental and physical mini-games including Bungee Splash, 3-Row Basketball, Pinball and more! The more you win, the more you unlock fun customizations for your avatar! Together with 3D backgrounds, intuitive gameplay and high-energy music makes Ultimate Party Challenge a unique gaming experience that's fun for the entire family.

Swords & Soldiers video game on Nintendo Wii

3 Long weeks after its Euro-Australian release, Ronimo Games' debut-title, the critically acclaimed WiiWare game, Swords & Soldiers will be available in NTSC regions starting Monday the 8th of June.

Braving the waves of the mighty Atlantic, the Vikings have set sail. Destination: the new world, America! Europe and Australia have already witnessed the barbecuing, dead-raising and hammer-on-the-head-smacking chaos that is Swords & Soldiers!

Community- and critical-reviews of this fresh side scrolling RTS have been exceedingly positive! And now it is America's turn to join the quest for the freakishly large pepper! As Vikings, Aztecs and Chinese mix it up in a symphony of barbecue-envy and vegetable growing contests, claim your place in the most incorrect version of world history to date!

Ronimo Games is proud to announce the game will be released in NTSC regions coming Monday 8th of June all will cost you only 1000 Wii Points. For everyone lucky enough to visit E3 this year, be sure to check out the game at the Nintendo booth.

Grease up your grills and start slicing some hams, you are about to go on a barbecue safari!

About Swords & Soldiers
Swords & Soldiers is the first side-scrolling strategy game on Wii, allowing for accessible and deep gameplay, a clear overview of the battlefield, and most importantly, for our artists to show off their beard-drawing skills. Players can choose from three powerful and unique factions as they let loose their armies and cast awesome spells to destroy the enemies' castle. Swords & Soldiers is developed and published by Ronimo Games.

Techmo at E3 Super Ninjas, World Domination Puzzle Madness, Contemporary Retro Basketball, Family Fun Football, Sick Guitar Riff Combos and more

Leading video game developer and publisher TECMO announce its biggest E3 Expo lineup to date, whose console titles include the ultimate action-packed ninja adventure, a rockin’ new-style invasion game that’s a bloody good time, an art nouveau third-person fantasy shooter, and a casual football game for the family. Breaking into the digital download space, TECMO is proud to announce three titles for Xbox LIVE Arcade and PlayStation Network. One harmonizes the unity between music and platformer genres, another is a puzzle brawler, and the third introduces NBA into the digital download arena.

Tecmo will have all titles on display in either playable and/or video form at the E3 Expo 2009 in South Hall booth No822 between June 2nd and 4th.

NINJA GAIDEN SIGMA 2 (PLAYSTATION 3 system / Fall 2009)
The most intense, challenging, action-packed ninja adventure is back, exclusively on the PLAYSTATION 3 computer entertainment system! From Tokyo to New York, follow super ninja Ryu as he encounters vicious enemies and acquires an extensive assortment of ninja weaponry along the way.

“The sequel to the greatest ninja game ever made comes to the PS3, complete with new characters, new bosses, and new modes!” – PlayStation The Official Magazine, May 2009

• New Playable Characters: Ninja Gaiden’s Rachel, Ayane from the Dead or Alive series and Momiji from Ninja Gaiden Dragon Sword appear as sexy new playable characters
• Online Co-op: Two people can engage in online co-op play, with voice chat, in 10 different stages (in 4 difficulty settings) to complete special missions. Rankings from each mission are recorded and posted online, where gamers can choose their opponents based on players’ mission stats.
• Visual Diversity: Over 30 unique characters, 17 stages with a variety of environments, and a storyline which unfolds in 70 impressive cut-scenes
• New Enemies: A variety of new enemies and bosses have been incorporated into the stunning enhanced environments
• Variable AI: Contributing to the increased difficulty level, the gameplay differs each time you appear in a level as enemies engage in a variety of different actions as they assess the current situation
• Gameplay Innovation: A finishing blow system can be used in battle to quickly defeat an enemy in one dynamic action
• Weapon Rewards: The weapons you acquire can be leveled up to strengthen their power and gain new battle techniques
• Enhanced Graphics and Sound: Full HD 1080p output and 5.1ch surround sound allows players to experience the game in total high definition

Additional information on the title can be found at www.ninjagaidengame.com.
This title has not yet been rated by the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB).

QUANTUM (PLAYSTATION 3 system / 2010)
Experience Syd and Filena’s adventurous ascent through a treacherous tower in this action-shooter game, presented in an art nouveau style world that is on the verge of becoming post-apocalyptic, which merges the beauty of organic motifs with technology and action-packed gameplay.

• Shape-Shifting Battlefield: Navigate through a dark fantasy world where the intense battleground surprises you with new and challenging obstacles by changing its form in real-time
• Two-Character Combination Actions: Syd and Filena perform actions as a pair—in some instances, that is the only way to overcome hurdles. Strategically perform combos for a more powerful, fierce attack against colossal enemies
• Aesthetically Pleasing Gameplay Environment: Radiant colors and the mixture of organic elements complements both action and technology
• Online Play: Continue your adventure with your friends in Team Battle and Battle Royale modes

This title has not yet been rated by the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB).

UNDEAD KNIGHTS - PSP
(PlayStation Portable) system / Fall 2009
Playing as the anti-hero, rage through the wrath of fearless enemies and build the nastiest and most profane army you can think of in this new-style invasion action game. Prepare to wash the mouth of your army with soap as they can’t help but engage in zombie bashing dialogue over a raging metal soundtrack that helps your channel your inner anger. If you can deal with the gut-wrenching, Smack-talking, fluid-spitting, and limb amputating ways of your army, you can embark on your journey of vengeance to defeat the king.

• The Dark Hero Persona: This game atypically allows you to be the “evil” main character serving as an anti-hero figure
• Create a Zombie Army: Defeat as many enemies as you can to transform them into your own personal soldiers
• Combo Attacks: Choose up to ten different combo attacks to fight your way through varied enemies ranging from animals to soldiers
• Show Some Personality: Prepare to wash the mouth of your army with soap as they can’t help but engage in zombie bashing dialogue
• Head-Banging Madness: A raging metal soundtrack helps channel your inner anger
• On a Mission: Get ready to face the king in the fifth mission for each of the four main areas
• Ad-Hoc Multiplayer: Challenge up to three other players in VS play or collaborate with them in co-op play

This title has not yet been rated by the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB).

FAMILY FUN FOOTBALL (Wii / Fall 2009)
Play against friends and family in vibrant themed football stadiums, and perhaps in space! Choose to be one of the game’s quirky characters, featuring animals, aliens and robots, or unlock the ability to play as your own Mii. Coach teams with a simple offensive and defensive playbook, with intuitive Wii Remote controls, for a fun pick-up and play party experience.

• Simple Playbook: A coaching playbook that makes it easy for everyone to learn and understand the game of football.
• Colorful Stadiums: Five stadiums that include a fun mix of realistic and fantasy worlds such as a space themed stadium.
• Power-ups: During gameplay, players can be rewarded with a power-up from a slot-style system that enhances certain attributes including speed, strength, passing, and interception for a limited amount of time.
• Mini-Games: Ten fun and simple mini-games can be played with up to four players.
• Teams: Ten unique teams with their own attributes that players can choose to play competitively with.
• Mascot Mode: Players can play as their default character or their team’s mascot in Mascot Mode! Mascots include animals, aliens and robots and additional, unlockable mascot heads.
• Mii Compatibility: Load in your own Mii caricatures and play against your friends’ and family’s Miis for a more personal experience.

This title has not yet been rated by the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB).

TECMO Goes Digital!

FRET NICE (PlayStation Network, Xbox LIVE Arcade / 2010)
Rock on and harmonize the unity between music and 2D platformer! As you control your character through the artful stages, you play the game as if it were a jammin’ rock song. Blast your enemies with riff combos and create your own soundtracks with each “strum” of a chord. You will have an ever-changing
experience each time a stage is repeated.

• Audio Dynamics: Notes you play in Riff Combos are relative to the current key of the stages’ songs, allowing for user-generated audio-tastic soundtracks.
• Riff Combos: When a note is played in the air, a Riff Combo will be activated to help defeat enemies.
• Facial Attribute System: A fun and visual way to interpret riff combos. For example, if there are three eyes and two tentacles on an enemy, you have to “strum” three of the same notes and two
same other note in the riff combo.
• Cooperative Play: Play cooperatively with a friend (locally or over network) to clear stage levels and compete with each other for high scores. The catch is that you are connected by an instrument cord, preventing both of you from getting too far from each other on a shared screen.

Visit myspace.com/thevibrantchordblasters for more Fret Nice fun!

This title has not yet been rated by the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB). This title has not yet been concept approved by Sony Computer Entertainment America.

PUZZLEGEDDON (PlayStation Network, Xbox LIVE Arcade / 2009)
Set in an array of galaxies, Puzzlegeddon features a clever mix of puzzle, action and strategy in a game that is fast-paced and addictive. Compete for the top spot on the planet by creating multiple combos for the quickest way to gather enough resources to blast your enemies out of this world! Or, if you find yourself on the perilous poisonous planet, solve brainteasers to rapidly get your way back onto the battlegrounds. You can battle up to five players in a variety of galaxies in this stylish and quirky puzzle brawler.

• Fun Game Modes:
• Solo Brawl – Battle against different bots in either Battle Royale or Deathmatch.
• Battle Royale – Be the last one standing and compete for bonus points in a series of rounds. Choose your time limit, No of bots, difficulty level and modify handicap settings to your liking. The winner is determined by the most points added up from the series of
rounds!
• Deathmatch – Compete for points in time-based matches and clear mini-challenges to return to the game if you are blown off the planet.
• Poison Peril – Strategize to solve puzzles to survive on the poisonous planet.
• Online Multiplayer – Battle in online or local multiplayer action in Battle Royale or Deathmatch with up to five other people or bots.
• Tutorial – If “puzzle, action, and strategy” sounds too much to handle, there is a handy guide to walk you through helpful strategies for a better gameplay experience.

This title has not yet been rated by the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB).
This title has not yet been concept approved by Sony Computer Entertainment America.

NBA UNRIVALED (PlayStation Network, Xbox LIVE Arcade / 2009)
Paying homage to the old school look and feel of classic arcade games, NBA UNRIVALED™ brings to the table a contemporary retro design to this generation of high definition gaming. Sporting the full NBA license and the 2009 NBA season’s team and player rosters, the game also includes current stats, logos and jerseys. Ball your way up to the top of the league and play to your fullest to get the crowd pumped.

• Style: A stylish game containing a “contemporary retro” design, paying homage to the old school look and feel.
• Momentum Bar: Gauge how well your team pleases the crowd by checking where the momentum bar is at. Gain more momentum for your team by laying down free throws, 3
pointers, and other fine moves to be rewarded with stat increases.
• Multiplayer: Compete in Player vs. Player or 2 Players vs. Computer on one or two separate consoles.
• Difficulty Level Balance: Depending on your team’s stats, the difficulty level will be tuned to accommodate for a more fun and challenging experience.

Scooby-Doo! First Frights video game E3 Fact Sheet Wii DS and PS2

In Scooby-Doo! First Frights, the complement to the upcoming live-action and CGI Warner Bros. DVD release Scooby Doo: The Mystery Begins, players take on the role of young Scooby-Doo and teenage versions of the newly formed Mystery, Inc. crew to solve their very first cases.

Scooby-Doo! First Frights is intended for Scooby-Doo fans of all ages. Fans will be able to explore spooky environments as Scooby, Shaggy or any of the super-cool teen Mystery, Inc. team. The action-adventure game features co-op play allowing two members of Mystery, Inc. to work together to solve puzzles, combat enemies, and collect clues before unmasking each episode’s mysterious villain - all while gaining prestige as world famous sleuths!

Once players have solved the mystery, they can return to completed levels in Explore mode with any unlocked character, costumed character or villain to access new areas. With ghosts and ghouls around every corner, high school has never sounded so fun!

PRODUCT FEATURES:

• Multiple Mysterious Environments: Featuring four all-new mysteries spread over more than 20 levels; explore the Phantom Cruise Ship, Haunted High School, Foreboding Castle and more!

• Sleuthing times Two: Switch between characters or play with friends at any time using two player co-op with easy drop-in, drop-out gameplay.

• Spooky Disguises: With access to a variety of spooky disguises, players can camouflage themselves in super-powerful costumes with new abilities unique to each character.

• Back to the Beginning: Become part of the Mystery, Inc. team and solve their first cases with hours of entertainment in Story or Explore mode.

• Solve Exclusive Mysteries: Each story has a new setting with a mysterious villain created specifically for the game. Collect clues and try to solve the mystery!


RELEASE DATE: Autumn 2009
PUBLISHER: Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment
DEVELOPER: Torus Games
RATING: Pending
GENRE: Action Adventure Game
PLATFORMS: Wii, Nintendo DS, PlayStation 2

LEGO Rock Band video game E3 Fact Sheet

LEGO Rock Band merges two of the most popular videogame franchises to deliver a unique family-friendly music experience that will take tweens, teens, families and gamers of all ages on a wild journey to rock stardom in order to “Build a Band and Rock the Universe.” Combining the authentic multiplayer music experience of Rock Band with the accessibility, customization and humor of LEGO games, LEGO Rock Band allows players to create their own unique rock star style and customize their own avatars, band members, roadies, and managers.



As players successfully complete songs and rock challenges, they can collect LEGO studs, unlock additional content and build amazing vehicles, which can take their band from local gigs at rock clubs to epic stadium shows and even fantasy settings on Earth and beyond.

GAME FEATURES:
• Rock along to current hits and classic favorites that the whole family will enjoy including Jackson 5’s “I Want You Back”, Foo Fighters’ “Breakout”, Vampire Weekend’s “A-Punk”, Blur’s “Song 2”, Carl Douglas’ “Kung Fu Fighting”, Europe’s “The Final Countdown”, Good Charlotte’s “Boys and Girls” and Pink’s “So What”, just to name a few!

• Use the LEGO character customizer to create and personalize your band, instruments and entourage.

• Pull off killer riffs in LEGO themed Rock Power challenges to perform amazing feats such as destroying a giant robot, summoning a storm or demolishing a skyscraper.

• Build fame LEGO style by completing songs to collect LEGO elements - build cooler vehicles, progress to new venues and unlock new characters and instruments.

• Express yourself with a personalized LEGO Rock Den that can be accessorized and decorated to perfectly suit your rock style.

• All-access gaming! Start off on Easy, work your way up to Expert or try out the newly introduced Super Easy setting created especially for budding rock stars!

• Rock out using Rock Band instruments, as well as other music game controllers.

RELEASE DATE: Holiday 2009
PUBLISHER: Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment and MTV Games
DEVELOPER: Traveller’s Tales and Harmonix (Xbox 360, Wii and PS3)
Traveller’s Tales and Harmonix in partnership with Backbone Entertainment, a Foundation 9 Entertainment studio (DS)
RATING: (Pending)
GENRE: Rhythm Based Music Game
PLATFORMS: Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, Wii, Nintendo DS, PLAYSTATION 3 computer entertainment system

Dead Space Extraction Nintendo Wii video game E3 Fact Sheet and HD video

Built from the ground up and developed exclusively for the Nintendo Wii, Dead Space Extraction is a prequel that reveals the events leading up to Isaac Clarke’s mission on the USG Ishimura in Visceral Games’ award-winning Dead Space. Dead Space Extraction marries the innovative motion controls of the Wii Remote with a frenetic first person perspective to create a new action-packed horror experience.



Dead Space Extraction tells the story of a handful of space colonists desperately struggling to escape from a horrific infection on the Aegis VII mining colony deep in the furthest regions of space. The game introduces a new heroine, Lexine to the fiction and as the crew fall victim to a mysterious contagion aboard the ship, it becomes clear that protecting her may be their only hope for survival. Dead Space Extraction introduces all new characters, weapons, enemies, puzzles and co-operative multiplayer gameplay.

In every shadow, behind every corner, terror hides- so you can’t. Take on the struggle by yourself or with a friend to blast apart oncoming Necromorphs, solve innovative puzzles, and get to safety. Immerse yourself in the action like never before in the most cinematic horror experience on the Wii. The end will be set in motion in Fall 2009.

Dementium: The Ward and II shocking Nintendo DS video game with video

SouthPeak announce Dementium - The Ward from critically-acclaimed developer Renegade Kid, is due to launch on April 17th in the UK. This terrifying survival horror title pushes the Nintendo DS – and your sanity – to its limits with incredible graphics and eerie audio.



After receiving great reviews on its release in America, Dementium is now ready to shock the UK with a thrilling story that sees the player trapped in a spooky derelict hospital, with no memory of how they got there. You must explore the dark corridors and battle against the hospital’s horrific inhabitants… in a bid to uncover the terrible truth of your mysterious past.

“We’re delighted to be releasing Dementium: The Ward in the UK and we’re sure that DS owners will enjoy playing this unique and terrifying survival horror,” said Jonathan Hales, Managing Director, SouthPeak Games. “With its incredible graphics and deep storyline, Dementium is an experience like nothing else on Nintendo DS.”

Jools Watsham, Owner & Game Director at Renegade Kid said: “We’re thrilled to be finally scaring Europe.” Dementium: The Ward will be available on Nintendo DS in the UK on April 17th.

The Lord of the Rings - Aragorn's Quest video game E3 Fact Sheet

The Lord of the Rings: Aragorn's Quest is the first videogame offering an authentic and accessible The Lord of the Rings gameplay experience designed for all ages to enjoy together.

In The Lord of the Rings: Aragorn's Quest, preparations are underway in Hobbiton for a great party to welcome Aragorn, King of Gondor, and honor Samwise Gamgee for his service during the War of the Ring. Samwise’s children are eager to learn more of this great man. Samwise, now Mayor, embarks on a tale of the revered warrior, Strider—as Aragorn is known in his Ranger days—and his most valiant battles.

Players assume the role of Aragorn and embark on a single player quest reliving his greatest battles from The Lord of the Rings trilogy. This action combat game allows fans to defend Middle-earth as they wield sword, bow and shield against Sauron’s evil forces. As players progress through the game, they can upgrade Aragorn’s weapons, armor and combat skills to fit their individual fighting style.

From the young warrior Strider to the valiant King, every skirmish matters on the adventure to reign supreme!

PRODUCT FEATURES:

• Extension of the Movie Experience: Embark upon a single player campaign that follows the complete story of Aragorn, spanning The Lord of the Rings trilogy.

• Intuitive, Pick-Up-and-Play Combat System: Experience skirmishes that are satisfying and fun for the casual gamer, but with customizable upgrades and abilities that appeals to more sophisticated players.

• Upgradeable Combat: Customize Aragorn to suit your battle style by unlocking abilities and upgrading armor as the character levels up and develops.

• Unlock Special Character abilities: Unleash powerful moves by gaining morale as players launch attack against enemies. These moves can range from offensive attacks and ranged attacks to temporary boosts during the course of the game.

• Bonus Arena Mode: Test your combat skill in a series of small battlefields set in key locations of Middle-earth. Players can earn special items by completing a series of goals, and then use those items in story mode.

RELEASE DATE: Autumn 2009
PUBLISHER: Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment
DEVELOPER: TT Fusion Games
RATING: Rating Pending
GENRE: Third Person Action Adventure Game
PLATFORMS: Fact Sheet for PS2, PSP, DS (also available on Wii)

Sushi Go Round Nintendo Wii, DS video game E3 Fact Sheet

Sushi Go Round puts you in charge of a Sushi Restaurant, and it’s your job to turn it into a successful enterprise and keep your customers happy!

Your memory and skills will be pushed to their limits as you memorise recipes, prepare meals, order ingredients.

Expand your business in the hustle and bustle of a busy restaurant.

Features
• Fun, frantic and fast-paced gameplay – keeps you engaged in the world

• Simple but addictive game mechanics

• Intuitive controls

• Keeping track of recipes, executing dishes rapidly, processing payment and keeping your customers happy creates a sense of achievement and pride

• Bright and strong art style makes the game a joy to play with something for everyone

• Based on the hit game from Miniclip, Sushi Go Round has been played 60m+ times


Name: Sushi Go Round
Publisher: SouthPeak Games
Developer: Asylum Entertainment UK LTd
Platforms: Nintendo DS, Nintendo Wii
Genre: Eat ‘em Up
Release Date: Fall 2009
Multiplayer: No

Raiden Stars in the First Metal Gear Solid Game on Xbox 360 - Metal Gear Solid Rising

Konami announced Metal Gear Solid: Rising is currently in development for the Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft - the first Metal Gear Solid game to launch on the Xbox 360. Raiden, one of the most popular characters in the Metal Gear Solid universe, will star in the all-new title from Hideo Kojima. Raiden first debuted in Metal Gear Solid 2: Sons of Liberty PlayStation 2 computer entertainment system as a playable character and appeared as a non-playable cyborg in Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots for the PLAYSTATION 3 computer entertainment system.

"The Metal Gear Solid series is one of the most highly acclaimed video game franchises of all time," said Anthony Crouts, Vice President of Marketing for Konami Digital Entertainment, Inc. "With Metal Gear Solid: Rising, the Xbox 360 community will finally get a chance to enjoy the action and excitement that this popular franchise is known to offer."

Roogoo Twisted Towers video game E3 Fact Sheet and HD video

Save Planet Roo and all its citizens from the evil Meemoos by guiding differently shaped meteors that sustain and feed life to the planet. Rotate floating land masses to allow meteors to pass through safely. Use quick reflexes to navigate obstacles and complete the levels.



Roogoo Twisted Towers will bring the most content ever to a Roogoo title with new elements like puzzle boss fights, living environments, and full-game co-op play. Roogoo Twisted tower offers several new advanced gameplay mechanics and modifications. One example is levels in Roogoo Twisted Towers are played not only on a vertical axis but the horizontal axis as well. With the unique features of the Nintendo Wii, Roogoo Twisted Towers will be more out of control than ever!

Roogoo Twisted Towers brings intense and fast-paced action in over 100 unique levels such as the belly of a whale, under the ocean, and sky shape diving. Easy to pick up and play and challenging to master with an appealing artistic style, Roogoo has something for both casual and hardcore gamers. Roogoo Twisted Towers is ideal for both single player adventure modes with co-op play and additional four player party play modes.

Features:
• Based on the critically-acclaimed XBLA game Roogoo

• Charming art style and fresh, innovative gameplay

• Use your Wii-mote and Nunchuk skills to complete levels

• Co-op campaign mode available throughout the entire game with alternating puzzle playing/fighting using tools such as hammers, nets and upgrades

• Up to 4 players, “Party Play” has multiple group minigames

• Introduces 8 + level bosses such as “The Giant Squid” who will throw and block your falling shapes in epic puzzle boss fights

• Entertaining short story segments

• Connect the Wii version to Roogoo for DS to unlock additional levels in all 10 environments on both Wii and DS versions.

• 10 distinctive environments with 100+ levels to keep you going

Name: Roogoo Twisted Towers
Publisher: SouthPeak Games
Developer: SpiderMonk Entertainment
Platform: Nintendo Wii
Genre: Action, Puzzle
Release Date: Summer 2009
Multiplayer: 1-4

Raven Squad video game E3 Fact Sheet

Raven Squad is a tactical action game set in the Amazonian jungles that seamlessly blends a first person shooter (FPS) experience with the command and overview advantages of real-time strategy (RTS). Players can switch genres on the fly and solve each tactical situation using their own combination by themselves or cooperatively with a friend.

Features
• Set in the Amazon in the year 2011, players will experience lush jungle visuals, haunting ambient sounds, weather changes, and an enemy on their home turf

• Featuring the best of both worlds, Raven Squad has both FPS and RTS gameplay combined for a blazing action experience

• A co-operative campaign that allows players to take control of a squad and play through the entire game with a friend online

• 6 characters with their own unique backgrounds, personalities, behaviors, weapons and skills

Name: Raven Squad
Publisher: SouthPeak Games
Developer: Atomic Motion
Platforms: Xbox 360, PC
Genre: First Person Shooter (FPS)/Real-Time Strategy (RTS)
Release Date: Fall 2009
Multiplayer: Yes

My Baby 2 video game E3 Fact Sheet

Your baby has grown so fast! Can you believe that a year has already gone by? Take care of your baby from their 1st birthday until they’re 3 years old. Your baby will discover its entire environment and learn from it, they’ll walk, babble and speak, try to catch every object they can, and put everything in their mouth…Your baby will be the apple of your eye!

Features
• Customize your baby with all new items - outfits, accessories, toys, and even decorate their room to your liking.

• Care for your baby and teach them new things – how to walk, talk, shapes, colors, and keep them out of trouble!#

• Choose whether you want a boy or girl, name your baby, and customize and your baby’s look with even more options- or just let it be a surprise!

• All new activities for having fun with your baby – trying new foods, reading bedtime stories, and tracking your baby’s growth through his or her toddler years.

• Innovative gameplay that is based on stylus, touch pad, voice recognition, motion controls on the Wii and the DS microphone - not a compilation of mini-games

• Interact with your baby whenever you want and experience real baby-like reactions

• Watch your baby grow from both a physical and psychological point of view

Name: My Baby 2 (working title)
Publisher: SouthPeak Games
Developer: Nobilis
Platforms: Nintendo DS, Wii
Genre: Simulation
Release Date: Winter 2009

Brave - A Warrior’s Tale E3 video game Fact Sheet

Set in a fantastic world based upon the mythology of Native America, Brave: A Warrior's Tale plays as a series of flashbacks in which a now elderly Brave describes the events of his life.

Players take on the role of Courage and experience Brave's legendary adventures first hand as they relive his story and play through all-new content that will make Courage a legend in his own right!

Can Courage live up to his name and stop the evil Wendigo's threat to their village?

Features
• Easy to master platforming gameplay – excellent for young gamers
• Use sticks, longbows, and a tomahawk to defeat enemies
• 13 major areas to explore including lush forests, raging rivers, wide open plains, and the spirit world
• “Mobile Stone” in-game tutorial talks you through each area’s objectives and helps you out when you get stuck
• Exciting boss battles – fight giant bees, grizzly bears, mythical beasts, and the evil Wendigo
• Learn to mimic animals’ calls to access their help and acquire new skills
• Uncover hidden wall paintings to find clues for new areas
• Hone your senses - learn to find animals by using their tracks
• Collect dream catchers and use them to restore health when needed

Name: Brave: A Warrior’s Tale
Publisher: Evolved Games (X360), SouthPeak Games (Wii)
Developer: Evolved Games
Platforms: Xbox 360, Wii
Genre: Platformer
Release Date: August 4, 2009
Multiplayer: No

FIFA 10 New features and changes announced

On the heels of winning 25 international gaming awards with FIFA 09, Electronic Arts revealed the first features for its top-selling* football franchise from EA SPORTS™. Responding to consumer feedback from more than 275 million online games played**, FIFA 10 will deliver a new standard for authenticity with gameplay refinements and innovations that will make it the most complete and intelligent simulation of football.

On the pitch, critical gameplay fundamentals have been enhanced to ensure that FIFA 10 mirrors real-world football, providing more sophisticated ball control, and physical interaction between players. In addition, players now move, behave and position themselves more realistically. On attack, players analyze space more effectively, curve their runs in an attempt to stay onside, create passing lanes naturally, and drive for more variety in attacking options. On defense, new concepts like position priority enable defenders to multitask so dangerous spaces left open by teammates out of position are covered. Plus, slide tackle targeting, press marking, and better-urgency clearance logic provide new options that make defending a tactical skill in FIFA 10. In goal, a myriad of improvements and refinements to goalkeeper intelligence result in a more responsive and powerful rushing system and ultra-realistic saves.

“We have benefited from 275 million games played online to refine FIFA 10 in a way that matters most to our fans,” said Andrew Wilson, Vice President & Executive Producer for the FIFA franchise. “We’ve listened and responded to their feedback to improve player control, responsiveness and intelligence and create what we believe is the world’s most authentic football videogame.”

Listening to feedback and addressing gamer frustrations has become a key part of the EA SPORTS strategy to improve the FIFA franchise on an annual basis. Better balance on lofted through balls, improved goalkeeper intelligence, more realistic shooting mechanics with less shots hitting the goal posts, a practice arena to perfect skills, and a more immersive football experience through continuous play and quick free kicks are just a few of the issues raised by fans and addressed in FIFA 10.

Three new innovations revealed today have been developed to change the player control experience in FIFA 10. The first-ever true 360° dribbling system gives players finer control of the ball, enabling them to find spaces between defenders that previously were not possible. Using an all-new animation technology, skilled dribblers now have the ability to face the defender and use highly responsive lateral dribbling to skip past him. An innovative concept called Freedom in Physical Play enables players to perform wider dribble touches and new collision sharing creates a varied, less predictable, and extended fight for possession between the dribbler and a defender.

FIFA 10 also features a deeper iteration of the ever-popular Manager Mode with more than 50 major improvements, including new match realism, realistic player transfers based on multiple decision points, and true-to-life player growth curves.

New game modes, and innovations to popular features like Be A Pro, will be revealed in the upcoming months.

Zombie Panic in Wonderland Nintendo Wii video game announced

Up and running since November of 2008 and only seven months old, the video game creator Akaoni Studios is undergoing its first project.

“Zombie Panic in Wonderland” will be available for Wii Ware during the last term of this year and its creators assure it to be a frantic action game with great amounts of “humor too macabre for Nintendo to handle”.

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Rockstar announce Agent exclusive game for PlayStation 3

Rockstar Games, a publishing label of Take-Two Interactive Software, announce Agent.

Developed by the people behind Grand Theft Auto, Rockstar North, Agent will be available exclusively for the PLAYSTATION 3 computer entertainment system.

"We have always enjoyed making action games, and with Agent we are making what we believe will be the ultimate action game," said Sam Houser, Founder of Rockstar Games. "Agent is a game we have wanted to make for a long time. The team in Edinburgh is doing an amazing job combining intense action, atmosphere and story in a great period setting to create something that feels quite unique. We cannot wait for people to experience this game."

Agent takes players on a paranoid journey into the world of counter-intelligence, espionage and political assassinations during the height of the Cold War at the end of the 1970s.

Karaoke Revolutionvideo game on Playstation 3 and Nintendo Wii

Konami Digital Entertainment GmbH has announced it will return to the singing genre, with the advent of Karaoke Revolution, an all-new sing-along title for PLAYSTATION 3 and Wii which will be released in November.

Developed by Blitz Games, Karaoke Revolution allows up to 16 players to get together and take each other on in singing contests in an ongoing quest for fame! Perfect as either a solo game or a multi-player get-together, the new game offers 50 licensed tracks, with players charged with hitting a range of notes and earning points as they do so. The better they sing, the more they are rewarded, and the more opportunities are available to them.

Karaoke Revolution offers a number of key game modes, including a Party option for 16 users, which allows participants to compete against each other and create bespoke playlists. The PLAYSTATION®3 version will also feature wide-ranging online play, allowing users to compete with rival singers all over the globe and can also download additional tracks in the future. Similarly, Karaoke Revolution’s online elements also allow users to download additional venues, plus new clothes and accessories.

Solo players can also enjoy Career Mode, wherein players can create their on-screen persona and lead them to singing glory. During the user’s career, players start in a series of smaller venues, before unlocking bigger stages and accessories. Karaoke Revolution has ten new venues, each boasting elaborate themes and special effects, with amazing pyrotechnics and visual effects designed to complement the onscreen action. Similarly, players can customize up to six venues, and even play music videos behind their character on a jumbo screen!

Karaoke Revolution enjoys compatibility with all available wireless and USB microphones, and the PLAYSTATION®3 version enjoys full use of the EyeToy camera.

ModNation Racers video game PlayStation 3 E3 Fact sheet

Exclusive to the PLAYSTATION 3 system and developed by United Front Games, ModNation Racers is the newest installment to PlayStation’s innovative Play, Create and Share genre. ModNation Racers is a thoroughly fresh take on classic kart racing that empowers the player to personalize their entire game. Players can express themselves by creating their own Mod character, styling their own racing kart and even building – in just minutes – an imaginative track that can be shared with the rest of the PlayStation community via the free PlayStation Network service.

The easy-to-use editing studio tools make this creative process accessible to players of all levels. Not feeling creative? ModNation Racers presents a humorous story with a wealth of pre-made characters, karts, tracks and challenges for all players.

Race It
ModNation Racers is fun and competitive kart racing re-imagined. Redefining the kart racing genre, the processing power of PS3 allows for interaction with dynamic obstacles in the surrounding environment, the fun of real-time physics and handling in a speedy kart, free online play and more. Drive your kart against enemy AI, friends in your living room, or friends and foes online on the PlayStation®Network. The team at United Front Games’ successful history with racing games ensures the core racing game play is best in class.

Mod It
Players can express themselves in ModNation Racers by designing an imaginative Mod character and crafting a cool kart that insures a stylish drive around the track. Additionally, players are given simple and accessible tools to create any track they can dream up. They can spend mere minutes designing a circuit or hours perfecting it with the same tools the developers used to design the pre-made tracks. To start creating, players simply drive their kart and watch the track created in real-time behind them. They can add hairpin turns, rickety bridges or other elements to the race track, or even include environmental components like a stunning sunset, full mountain ranges and more.

Share It
Once players are happy with their track designs, Mod character or tricked-out kart, they can share and race these creations with the rest of the world online via PSN. Furthermore, players can download others’ unlocked creations, mod them, and then re-upload to the ModNation Racers community. ModNation Racers gives players the ability to rate and comment on others’ creations, and see how their track ranks within the community. With all this accessible editing and re-editing, players will have access to a constantly changing array of user generated characters, karts and tracks. Sophisticated social networking components, filters and leaderboards ensure the community’s best and favorite creations rise to the top and are easy to find.

KEY FEATURES

Customized Karting Experience – Whether the player is a race car driver, a newcomer to videogames or an aspiring game developer, they can show their talents off in ModNation Racers. The power of creation is in the player’s hands.
Accessible Creation Tools – ModNation Racers includes easy creation tools in the Track Studio, Character Studio and Kart Studio that allow the player to design something comprehensive and fun in a matter of minutes. Players can invest minimal time and enjoy basic creating, or they can invest more time and make sure every lake, mountain, banked turn and power-up is placed perfectly.
Classic Kart Racing Action – ModNation Racers delivers exceptional kart handling and physics technology on PS3 that makes for fast and fun racing. Players can drift their karts around corners, boost for more speed, attack opponents with weapons and interact with the world around them.
Story Campaign – The humorous story of ModNation Racers sees the player rise up to become an elite racer. The narrative, tutorials, challenges, and rewards reveal all the key features.
Game Modes – In addition to the Story Campaign, other single and multiplayer player modes will let players show off their skills in varied challenges with their favorite characters and karts.
Extensive PlayStation Network Options – Features include matchmaking, detailed stats and leaderboards, Friends List management, communication tools, etc.
Vinyl Art Style – Inspired by urban vinyl art, ModNation Racers sports a stylish and attractive look and design for young and old players alike.
User-Generated Content – User generated content in ModNation Racers will keep this karting world fresh and alive so that every race is a new and fun experience.
Vote for the Best – Players can participate in the karting community in ModNation Racers by voting on any creation as they view it and race it
Attacking and Offensive Driving – Winning the race is only half of the fun! Players can use combat-like racing strategies to attack other karts with an array of dramatic weapons. For those interested in focusing solely on racing, ModNation Racers has a Pure Race mode.
Trophy Support – ModNation Karting supports a host of fun and challenging trophies to collect along the way.


Publisher: Sony Computer Entertainment America Inc.
Developer: United Front Games
Platform: PLAYSTATION®3 system
Genre: Arcade Racing / Play, Create and Share
Players: 1-2 (offline), 2-12 (online)
Launch Year: 2010
Rating: “RP” for Rating Pending

PSP software development Providing a Lower-cost Game Development Environment

Sony Computer Entertainment announce that it is reducing the price of the Development Tool models DTP-T2000A and DTP-T2000, the hardware necessary for developing PSP (PlayStation Portable) software titles, to JPY150,000 in Japan, US $ 1,500 in North America and €1,200 in Europe/PAL territories effective immediately. By offering PSP Development Tools at a very attractive price, SCE will provide a more affordable game development environment for a broader range of developers and publishers, further enhancing the software lineup for the PSP system.

As of March 2009, cumulative worldwide sell-in units of the PSP system exceeded 51.6 million units, a remarkable milestone for the first handheld platform from the PlayStation® family. To further grow the installed base of the PSP system and to enhance its software line-up, SCE will also provide ProDG for PSP, a highly acclaimed powerful programming tool which helps to improve productivity of software development, as part of PSP Software Development Kit*1 without an additional charge. Also effective today, Testing Tool models DTP-H2500A and DTP-H2500, the tools utilized for quality assurance for PSP titles under development, will also become available at an affordable price of JPY100,000 in Japan, US $ 1,000 in North America and €800 in Europe/PAL territories. By providing a lower-cost game development environment, SCE will contribute to meet the needs of various game development styles and accelerate software development for the PSP system.

As part of the measures to support a broader range of developers and publishers to create varieties of small software titles, SCE will aim to provide a development environment within this calendar year that will allow creators to develop more casual, exciting and attractive content to be made available for the ever growing PlayStation®Network users around the world by streamlining the process from license agreement to publishing for small, download exclusive software titles.

SCEI will deploy various measures to further reinforce game development for PSP and will continue to expand the platform to offer attractive interactive entertainment experiences only available on PSP.

*1 Software Development Kit is a set of development tools and software libraries. Developers are able to obtain this SDK by signing a license agreement with SCE and by purchasing tool products.

God of War III video game E3 Fact sheet

Developed exclusively for the PLAYSTATION 3 (PS3) system, God of War III is the final installment of the multi-million unit-selling trilogy.

Developed by Sony Computer Entertainment’s Santa Monica Studios, God of War III will bring epic battles to life with stunning graphics and an elaborate plot that puts Kratos at the center of carnage and destruction as he seeks revenge against the Gods who have betrayed him.

Set in the realm of brutal Greek mythology, God of War III is a single-player game that allows players to take on the climatic role of the ex-Spartan warrior, Kratos.

As he scales through the intimidating heights of Mt. Olympus and the dark depths of Hell to seek revenge on those who have betrayed him. Armed with double-chained blades, and an array of new weapons and magic for this iteration of the trilogy, Kratos must take on mythology’s darkest creatures while solving intricate puzzles throughout his merciless quest to destroy Olympus.

Utilizing a new game engine built from the ground up and state-of-the-art visual technologies, the development team behind God of War III has made standard-setting strides in giving players the realistic feel of actually being on the battlegrounds. With texture resolutions quadrupling since God of War II on PlayStation 2 computer entertainment system, God of War III, in its debut on the PS3 system, will feature fluid, life-like characters, as well as dynamic lighting effects, a robust weapon system, and world-changing scenarios that will truly bring unmistakable realism to Kratos’ fateful quest. Players will have a chance to join battles on a grand scale that is four times larger than its predecessor.
FEATURES
ONLY ON THE PS3 SYSTEM - The award-winning development team leverages the processing power and technology of PLAYSTATION 3 system to make God of War III one of the most-graphically advanced next gen titles available, with even the dramatic cut screens running off the in-game engine.
GROUNDBREAKING DEPTH OF SCALE – Kratos will explore areas up to 4 times larger than those found in God of War II, as well as carve through entire armies while navigating on the back of Titans - living, moving, breathing levels as tall as the Empire State Building.
STYLIZED REALISM – Players will battle in detailed and unique 3D worlds lit by thousands of dynamic lights and textures with quadruple the resolution, which allows for realistic muscle striations, detailed facial expressions, and new heightened levels of brutality and gore.
SIGNATURE GAMEPLAY - Brutal combat, intricate puzzles, exploration of awe-inspiring worlds, and a compelling and satisfying ending to Kratos’ epic story.
SOPHISTICATED STORYLINE – The God of War III storyline is the epic conclusion to the triology; the storyline will be told in a way that is true to traditionalist roots in Greek mythology, from moral consequences to brutal battles against the Gods.
RIDEABLE CREATURES – Several of the menacing creatures of Greek mythology in God of War III can now be manipulated against their will, as Kratos uses them to cross chasms, inflict blind rage against enemies, reveal puzzles and secrets, and as tools of complete annihilation.
NEW WEAPONS AND COMBAT SYSTEM - New deadly weapons such as the Cestus - powerful metal gauntlets with devastating strength - and other brutal instruments of war that will allow Kratos to learn ruthless new techniques such as grappling with enemies and launching explosive wall-to-ground attacks.
LIGHTING TECHNOLOGIES – The dynamic lighting solution employed in GOW III is only feasible through the computing power provided by the Cell SPUs. For example, using the High Dynamic Range Lighting (HDRL) technology, the camera – when using Krato’s sightline - will emulate the human retina, causing players to feel a sharp brightness when Kratos exits a dark area and enters a sunlit area, similar to how the human eye would need to adjust.

Publisher: Sony Computer Entertainment America (SCEA)
Developer: Sony Computer Entertainment’s Worldwide Studios, Santa Monica Studios
Platform: PLAYSTATION 3 (PS3)
Genre: Action-Adventure
Players: Single-Player
Release: March 2010
Rating: “RP” for Rating Pending

PlayStation network expands - Video and Game Content for the PSP PlayStation Portable) and PLAYSTATION 3 systems

Sony Computer Entertainment announce a major enhancements to PlayStation Network, expanding on SCEA’s commitment to give users a comprehensive entertainment experience.

The video delivery service for the PSP (PlayStation Portable) system launches today in coordination with a new line-up of premier Hollywood, Anime and Sports partners.

In addition, Media Go, a free application that makes it easier to manage digital content including games, photos, videos and music for the PSP system through a PC will also become available. These enhancements give new entertainment possibilities for PSP system owners, providing direct downloadable access to games, demos and trailers, as well as movies and television shows via the PlayStation Store on PlayStation Network. New game content will also be added to an existing library of more than 200 downloadable games on the PlayStation Store today, including much anticipated titles Fat Princess: Fistful of Cake, Gravity Crash, Hustle Kings and more than 60 PS one® Classics hitting the PlayStation Store by the end of the year.

“PlayStation Network has experienced a high growth year and today we’re excited to add new content partners such as Showtime, G4 & E!, Magnolia Films, and TNA to our family. In addition to extending our content offerings and expanding with new features like Media Go, we continue to bring relevant and compelling content via original games and programming to our users,” said Peter Dille, senior vice president marketing and PlayStation Network, SCEA. “Gamers will be pleased to find new games for all genres and interests with original titles Fat Princess and Gravity Crash, in addition to many PS one Classics such as Final Fantasy VII coming to PlayStation Network this year.”
Video Delivery Service

PSP system users now have direct access to PlayStation Network’s video delivery service, where they can download their favorite movie and television programs and take with them on-the-go. In addition, the video delivery service is announcing content from 16 new premier partners in Hollywood, anime and sports. Hollywood content partners include Showtime Networks Inc., Starz Media, – for Film, TV and Manga Anime, G4 and E!, Summit Entertainment, The Weinstein Company, HDnet and Magnolia Pictures. Anime partners include, Anime Network, Media Blasters, Right Stuf's Nozomi Entertainment, Starz Media’s Manga Entertainment, Toei Animation, Viz Media and WEP. FUNimation Entertainment will also be a part of a new anime category on the video delivery service. Sports partners include HDNet Fights, UFC, Wrestling from TNA and Video Action Sports.

Premier Hollywood content will include hit films such as Overture Films “Righteous Kill,” Summit Entertainment “Twilight” and The Weinstein Company “Zack & Miri Make a Porno.” PlayStation Store will also feature TV shows such as Showtime Networks Inc.’s “Dexter,” E!’s “The Soup,” G4’s “X-Play” and Starz Media’s “Painkiller Jane.” A new anime channel will also launch in both the TV and film sections of the video store and will feature the best in anime content, including Anime Network’s “Appleseed,” Starz Media Manga Entertainment’s “Dead Space.” Toei Animation’s “Fist of the North Star,” Viz Media’s “Naruto” and WEP’s “Voltron.” Some of the new sports content will include bouts from HDNet Fight’s “Inside MMA,” wrestling from TNA’s “iMPACT!,” UFC PPV events and Video Action Sports’ “That’s It, That’s All.”

With the addition of these new partners, the video delivery service will have nearly 1900 movies and 9400 TV episodes, covering reality, mixed martial arts, sports, anime, manga and animation genres. For one price, PlayStation users can watch standard definition (SD) video content from the comfort of their home television on the PS3 system or at their convenience on-the-go with the PSP system. PlayStation Store offers a combined total of nearly 9,000 hours of video content, with more than 35 % percent of the movies in High Definition. Through the PS3 and PSP systems users can access a unique three-in-one entertainment package unlike any other – the ability to enjoy high-definition Blu-ray movies, groundbreaking games, and downloadable video content from one platform and one service.

With the launch of the video delivery service for the PSP system, Media Manager for PC is being replaced with Media Go. Media Go is a free application that makes it easier and more convenient for consumers to manage their PSP games, photos, videos and music on their PC and provides access to PlayStation Store.

Games
Several PlayStation Network titles for both the PS3 and PSP systems were announced at E3, adding to the robust lineup of over 200 downloadable games available for PlayStation Store. For the PS3 system, Gravity Crash from developer Just Add Water melds a vintage gravity based arcade shooter with High Definition (HD) graphics, and Hustle Kings, from VooFoo Studios, is the PS3 system’s first photorealistic billiards simulator. For the PSP system, Fat Princess: Fistful of Cake brings a fun and strategic medieval battle royale unlike anything seen before on the portable system. In addition, the PlayStation Store will deliver more than 60 PS one Classics by the end of the year and will launch Final Fantasy VII and Medal of Honor on PlayStation Store today.
Starting this fall, many PSP titles that will be launched on UMD will also be offered digitally on PlayStation Store in North America. This will add nearly 300 games from the PSP system’s library available for download through PlayStation Network.

PlayStation Network is built on a legacy of gaming and continues to expand into a premier entertainment platform with innovative and compelling content options for people to enjoy on multiple devices.

About PlayStation Network
PlayStation Network is an entertainment network that unites people and innovative entertainment to deliver captivating experiences worldwide. In addition to offering new and original forms of entertainment, PlayStation Network supports free and community-centric online gameplay, communication tools, and PSP (PlayStation Portable) and PLAYSTATION 3 systems connectivity. As of the end of May 2009, PlayStation Network has more than 24 million registered accounts worldwide.

Gran Turismo video game E3 PSP Fact sheet

From the development powerhouse that has shipped more than 52 million units worldwide.

Polyphony Digital Inc.(PDI), the award-winning Gran Turismo franchise is now on PSP(PlayStation Portable) for the first time.

Developed exclusively for PSP by the internal team of designers and engineers at PDI, Gran Turismo is built for optimal performance and fun racing excitement on the portable platform. Consistently setting the bar in terms of quality of design and physics technology with every product release, Gran Turismo on the PSP is no exception and offers an authentic and accessible racing product for the series’ millions of fans and newcomers alike.

Gran Turismo features more than 800 vehicle models from the world’s top manufacturers (over 4,500 total paint variations) and more than 30 tracks (60+ total layouts), including famous world circuits, city courses and other environments. Featuring exciting gameplay and game modes to suit all levels of play, Gran Turismo is a great introduction to the best-selling series for newcomers. Additionally, seasoned Gran Turismo fans will recognize the depth of content and unparalleled visuals the series is known for, including graphics running at a stunning 60 frames per second. Gran Turismo is truly a next generation PSP title.

Players can progress and acquire cars in Challenge Mode throughout more than 100 events in, or they can explore different tracks and circuits in Arcade Mode. Additionally, players can race online in Ad Hoc Mode against up to 3 others (4 total) via the PSP’s built-in ad hoc functionality. The first in the Gran Turismo series is the ability to trade and share unlocked vehicles with others online via ad hoc mode. This feature is not available in any other racing game on PSP.

Available on UMD® and as a downloadable product via PLAYSTATION®Network, Gran Turismo will be available in North America just after the October 1, 2009 release of the newest member of the PlayStation®Portable family, the PSP go. The PSP go is the smallest and sleekest PSP system to date and leverages PlayStation Network and digital content exclusively. UMD support guarantees that all PSP owners can play Gran Turismo on the go.

KEY FEATURES
• Developed by Polyphony Digital Inc. for PSP – Gran Turismo’s debut on PSP is developed by the internal team behind the world’s best-selling racing series.
• Over 800 vehicle models – Players can race their favorite vehicles from the top manufacturers around the globe, including Ferrari, Nissan, and more. The vehicle model count climbs to over 4,500 when the various paint configurations are included.
• Over 30 Tracks from Around the World – Famous circuits and some of the favorite environments from the Gran Turismo series have been optimized for racing on PSP.
• Share and Trade Vehicles with Others – For the first time in the Gran Turismo series, players can share and trade the vehicles they have acquired throughout the game with others via PSP’s ad hoc mode. Certain vehicles will be acquired by trade only, so players will want to trade and share in order to virtually drive all of the meticulously designed vehicle models.
• Dynamic Vehicle Roster – Based on the amount of time Gran Turismo is played, the in-game calendar will change the dealer car lineup seasonally.
• Available via UMD and PlayStation Network – Offering convenience, choice and options for owners of the original PSP or the newly announced PSP go.

About Gran Turismo™
With more than 52 million units shipped worldwide, the award-winning Gran Turismo™ franchise for the PlayStation®, PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system, PLAYSTATION®3 and now PSP®(PlayStation®Portable) is regarded as the best and most authentic driving simulator ever created due to its true-to-life graphics, authentic physics technology and design. Since the inception of the Gran Turismo franchise, famed creator Kazunori Yamauchi and Polyphony Digital Inc. in Japan have revolutionized the racing category as we know it today. His offerings provide the most realistic driving simulation in the industry and a unique medium for automotive manufacturers to showcase their products.

Publisher: Sony Computer Entertainment America Inc.
Developer: Polyphony Digital Inc.
Platform: PSP(PlayStation Portable) system
Genre: Racing / Driving Simulator
Players: 1 -4 players
Release: October 1, 2009
Rating: “E” for Everyone