To give their fans a behind-the-scenes glance at the development of Natural Selection 2, the team at Unknown Worlds today released a number of concept art pieces for the highly anticipated online FPS. These screens specifically provide insight into the design of the Refinery, a foreboding industrial environment which serves as the backdrop for a number of the maps that will be launching with the title later this year.
Combining pools and rivers of molten metal with dark, smoky hallways, the Refinery is a battleground that holds hidden dangers for aliens and marines alike. Savvy commanders should be able to use the hazardous environment to their squad's advantage, while cunning aliens are sure to find an abundance of dark corners perfectly suited for ambushes. No matter which side you join, making good use of your surroundings is a surefire way to win!
To check out the recently released teaser trailer or for more information about Natural Selection 2, please visit http://www.naturalselection2.com.
Utopian Games (http://www.utopiangames.co.uk/) is pleased to announce the release of Bumps, a super-polished physics based puzzle game for ages 3+.
Bump your brain into gear with the outstanding puzzle game of the year! Explore colourful interactive landscapes and solve mind-boggling physics-based puzzles in a quest to free the Bumps from their alien captors.
This is casual gaming at its best.
Recent reviews
“A little bit of strategy, a little bit of experimentation, and a lot of bubbly-eyed cuteness...a great casual gaming experience.” - Jayisgames.com
"Bumps is intuitive, fast-paced, full of personality, challenging, and rewarding. These qualities combine into one of the most enjoyable puzzle games I've played in quite some time." - 9/10, Indie Game Mag
"Bumps is a cute little action puzzle game in the manner of Eets and World of Goo. It combines stylish graphics and appropriate sounds in a perfectly presented package." -10/10 Caspian Prince Features: - Addictive and challenging gameplay - Appeals to the growing casual games audience - Stylish high quality graphics and animations - Catchy music soundtrack - Intuitive, easy-to-learn controls - Amazing power-ups - 99 engaging levels - Includes colour blind mode
With addictive, accessible gameplay and brain-teasing puzzles, Bumps has all the ingredients of a classic casual game.
Master Samo writes - I recently contacted Remedy to conduct an interview with them; the first part of the interview will be posted tomorrow. However, one of the answers that I received was so interesting that I had to post it today. While interviewing Oskari Hakkinen, Head of Franchise Development at Remedy Entertainment, I asked him whether or not Project Natal will be implemented, in some form, in Alan Wake. Surprisingly, his response was the following...
Apple has rejected an officially-licensed Commodore 64 emulator due to the application's violation of its SDK agreement.
Danish studio Kiloo Aps and Flashback developer Manomio collaborated on the project for over a year, creating an accurate emulation of the C64's keyboard-equipped hardware.
The software is unlikely to appear on the App Store, due to a clause in the iPhone SDK agreement which states that: "An Application may not itself install or launch other executable code by any means." The emulator is in violation of this clause as it allows users to 'boot' C64 disks.
Manomio CEO Brian Lyscarz is said to be frustrated by Apple's decision, pointing out that other sanction Apps do not abide by the clause, such as Sega's Sonic The Hedgehog and Z-machine interpreter Frotz.
Lyscarz also said that he is still hopeful that the emulator will be approved in one form or another.
The world of Terca Lumireis is in transition. Ten years of peace have led to an uneasy truce between the Empire and guilds, which desire to live by their own rules. Controlling the ancient technology known as "blastia," the Empire has provided safety and prosperity to its citizens, but the people have grown uneasy with the heavy hand of their government.
As former Imperial Knight Yuri Lowell, players will explore the complex relationship between blastia, the government and its people, setting foot outside the safe confines of the cities to explore a mysterious and dangerous world.
* A classic series returns - The newest installment of the Tales RPG series keeping the established gameplay formula that fans love. * Next Gen sights and sounds - First Tales RPG game with hight-definition graphics, broadcast quality animation, and Dolby surround sound. * Evolved real-time battle system - New refinements and additions to the trademark Tales real-time battle engine making for the most action-packed, dynamic RPG fightning ever. * Fan favorite character designs - Characters designed by famous manga artist, Kosuke Fujishima, responsible for the popular series' Ah! My Goddess, Sakura Taisen and You're Under Arrest. * Immersive look and feel - Detailed environnements, animation and an artistic style so good, it's like playing a cartoon. * Dramatic story - Gripping tal of a hero on a quest for justice, trust and friendship with unexpected twist and turns at every step. * Best seller 2008 - The first Xbox360 sales in Japan for 2008.
Venture into the expanse of the open sea and navigate your way across various islands with the Thousand Sunny as a base. Introducing the ultimate One Piece game filled with adventure, battles, and a touching storyline!
While at sea, the Straw Hat Pirates encounter waters that are guarded by a mysterious ancient civilization. Thus begins a grand voyage across the many islands that are centered around a large mystic tree, with a storyline that spreads over two games!
* Use the Wii Remote to defeat the hordes of enemies that block your way. * Experience heated battles and face the latest enemies from the manga. * The unique islands are haded with strange events. * New Character Gabri
Enjoy the sights of the world beneath the waves that is OceanDive - experience realistic scuba diving vistas without getting wet or needing to bring your scuba gear! Welcome to the amazing undersea world of the living ocean! OceanDive is a unique combination of a 3D scuba diving screensaver and exploration game...
Let OceanDive take you on a journey through the eyes of a scuba diver, showing you stunning submarine vistas, shoals of fish, undersea caves, coral reefs, and much more! Relax, sit back and enjoy what's in front of you - OceanDive scuba diving screensaver will take you far, far away from your desk.
Always wanted to know what is just around that canyon corner, or just beyond the edge of your visibility? The scuba diving exploration game gives you the freedom to find out!
Navigate your way around a realistic depiction of Europe traveling along major trunk routes and visiting famous places based on real roads and cities. Experience the life of a long distance truck driver as you face the challenge of varying road and traffic conditions and meeting the demands of a heavy schedule.
Haul cargo for various companies, and make money so your business can grow and expand. As you advance through your career obtain access to new countries, improve your truck and become the master of your profession.
Pick Up, Drive and Deliver!
* Detailed Trucks - Each truck is based on European design and has meticulously detailed 3D interiors and exteriors. * Start a Career – Begin your trucking career by hauling goods and collecting your earnings, but remember fines for traffic violations will be deducted! * The Cab - Each and every cab you can enjoy fully working instrumentation including: Flashing indicators, Temperature and low fuel warning lights, Wipers and Full set of gauges including speedometers * The View - Truly immersive environments and detailed landscapes, but remember to keep your eyes on the road! * Upkeep – Make sure you carry out repairs and refuel when necessary to keep your truck roadworthy or why not upgrade or buy a new truck when you can afford to?
Systems requirements Windows Vista/XP 2.5 GHz Processor 512 MB RAM DirectX 9.0c or higher DirectX compatible 256 MB graphics card DirectX compatible sound card
In Bus Driver, your job is to transport passengers around an attractive and realistic city. You must drive to a timetable on a planned route, while obeying traffic rules, and taking care not to upset or injure your passengers. This makes Bus Driver unlike any other driving game - the experience of driving a bus is very different from blazing through a racing circuit.
Features
* 12 buses to drive - detailed models inspired by real-world buses, including London's double-decker bus, America's school bus, Europe's low floor buses and many more. * 30 routes arranged into 5 tiers with increasing difficulty. * Multiple duties, such as driving a school bus, transporting tourists, sight-seeing tours and even the transportation of prisoners. * High replay value based on sophisticated system of traffic rules and game-play related bonuses. * Large city to drive in, with several districts of varying styles: modern, old-town, suburb, airport, harbor and more with day/night cycles and realistic weather conditions. * Living roads with intelligent traffic controlled by AI system. * Non-violent, easy to pick up gameplay, suitable for all ages.
System Requirements Minimum:
* Windows XP / Vista * 800 MHz Processor * 256 MB Available System Memory * 64 MB DirectX Compatible 3D Video Card * DirectX Compatible Sound Card * 300 MB Available Hard Disk Space * DirectX 9.0c
Recommended:
* 1.5 GHz Processor * 512 MB Available System Memory * 256 MB DirectX Compatible 3D Video Card
Impulse Requirements:
* Windows XP (32-bit) / Vista * Internet Explorer 7.0 * Microsoft .NET Framework Version 2.0 * Athlon/Pentium III (1GHz or higher) * 512MB RAM * 1GB HD space recommended
Activision is recruiting gamers to join the battle for world domination in the Battle for the AllSpark V2 web game, launching at www.TransformersGame.com, the official web site of the Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen video game, developed under license from Hasbro, Inc. Fans that answer the call can join the AUTOBOTS or DECEPTICONS and compete in real time challenges online against other players worldwide, for control of the AllSpark and the fate of the world.
Players create their very own Transformers character, customising the character to suit their playing style. Players then battle online in this game of strategy, choosing from a number of attacks and defences in real time, round-by-round combat. In addition, secret codes that allow players to upgrade their characters will be hidden online.
The Battle for the AllSpark V2 delivers even more challenges and fun than before for our ever-growing and fervent Transformers gaming community that spawned in 2007 we are thrilled to invite fans to join the battle again and immerse themselves in the universe prior to the official Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen game launch on June 26th, said Rob Kostich, head of marketing for licensed properties, Activision Publishing, Inc. In Battle for the AllSpark V2, players can play as an AUTOBOT or a DECEPTICON, picking their favourite character and customising their abilities on their way to global domination online.
The Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen video game is based on the upcoming live-action feature film from DreamWorks Pictures and Paramount Pictures in association with Hasbro, which opens nationwide on 19th June 2009.* The game lets players take on the role of their favourite AUTOBOTS or DECEPTICONS, picking from the largest, most diverse range of playable Transformers each with their own distinct abilities and weaponry. Set in unique environments across the globe such as Cairo and Shanghai, the game allows players to instantly switch between vehicle and robot modes as they drive, fly, fight and blast their way through intense, pressure-packed levels. After engaging in single player action players, for the first time ever, will be able to go online and battle friends in all-new multiplayer modes.
The Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen video game is currently in development by Luxoflux for the Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and the PLAYSTATION 3 computer entertainment system, the Windows PC version is being developed by Beenox Studios, the distinct Wii and PlayStation 2 computer entertainment system versions are being developed by Krome Studios and the PSP (PlayStation Portable) system version is being developed by Savage Entertainment. All platforms are rated BBFC PG. Two unique AUTOBOT and DECEPTICON -specific Nintendo DS versions are being developed by Vicarious Visions and are rated PEGI 7+.
Following its success in selected territories in Europe, selling well over 100,000 units, Euro Truck Simulator gets a new name for the North American shores; Big Rig Europe.
It’s the same great gameplay and level of quality gamers have come to expect from SCS Software; creators of Meridian4’s previous driving simulation game Bus Driver and creators of the hugely successful 18 Wheels of Steel series, with a new name and logo.
Big Rig Europe is currently available for digital download on Impulse (www.impulsedriven.com) and will be coming to Wild Tangent, Gametap and many other channels in the near future. For more information on this title, visit www.meridian4.com. About Big Rig Europe
Navigate your way around a realistic depiction of Europe traveling along major trunk routes and visiting famous places based on real roads and cities. Experience the life of a long distance truck driver as you face the challenge of varying road and traffic conditions and meeting the demands of a heavy schedule.
Haul cargo for various companies, and make money so your business can grow and expand. As you advance through your career obtain access to new countries, improve your truck and become the master of your profession.
Pick Up, Drive and Deliver!
• Detailed Trucks - Each truck is based on European design and has meticulously detailed 3D interiors and exteriors. • Start a Career – Begin your trucking career by hauling goods and collecting your earnings, but remember fines for traffic violations will be deducted! • The Cab - Each and every cab you can enjoy fully working instrumentation including: Flashing indicators, Temperature and low fuel warning lights, Wipers and Full set of gauges including speedometers • The View - Truly immersive environments and detailed landscapes, but remember to keep your eyes on the road! • Upkeep – Make sure you carry out repairs and refuel when necessary to keep your truck roadworthy or why not upgrade or buy a new truck when you can afford to?
You play Bruce an average every-day Joe who was looking forward to some quality time with his girlfriend Daisy. In true B-movie style their Saturday night is ruined by an invasion of zombies. Set across six classic American horror movie inspired levels, Burn Zombie Burn is a third-person shoot-em-up in the classic coin-op tradition featuring next-gen game play mechanics, and possessing that one-more-go addictiveness which define all of the great shooters.
Alawar Entertainment announce the release of Mr. Bilbo: Four Corners of the World, a new restaurant sim. Starring a go-getting hamster named Bilbo, the time-management release was made to appeal to the millions of casual gaming fans worldwide.
While Bilbo dreams about marrying the daughter of a rich restaurateur, the stern businessman is opposed to entrusting his family’s meal ticket to an inexperienced youngster. To prove his competence in the kitchen and demonstrate his moneymaking skills, Bilbo must turn a small diner into a highly regarded five-star restaurant.
Bilbo’s heroic efforts take him on a culinary journey through four countries, including Paris, Rio de Janeiro, Tokyo and Amsterdam. Players can enjoy over 40 unique and exciting missions in which they bake scrumptious croissants, mix tantalizing cocktails and cook mouthwatering barbeque dishes. These and other tasks are presented in the form of amusing mini-games. Several adorable animal characters from another Alawar game, Alex Gordon, also appear in Mr. Bilbo, giving the game added charm for every member of the family. “Mr. Bilbo: Four Corners of the World was created primarily for female players,” says Kirill Plotnikov, Alawar’s vice president of publishing. “We believe ladies everywhere will have a great time experimenting with the various dishes and serving them to customers. They should also enjoy the lighthearted romantic story, which culminates in a delightful wedding. We worked hard on Mr. Bilbo and hope you’ll join our hero on his first grand adventure!”
Kalypso Media are pleased to announce the release of Crazy Machines 2 Complete.
Crazy Machines 2 Complete takes you on an incredible world tour and puts your skills to the test with challenging puzzles from around the globe. With over 200 different elements to create and destroy, Crazy Machines 2 Complete will keep you hooked for hours!
Travel from the bazaars of Egypt to the White Sands of the Caribbean, then blast off into Space for an out of this world gaming experience where you will experience pristine 3D graphics and electrifying sound effects!
FEATURES
All new Rube Goldberg - style puzzles
Over 200 elements to create and destroy and 200 levels!
World Tour, Online, and free-style modes
All new parts - amazing lightning machines and laser beams!
Hall of fame - win a trophy for your contraption.
Fun for the whole family!
Join the online community!
Incredible 3D Graphics with brand new effects!
Ageia Physx Hardware Support.
Crazy Machines 2 Complete will be released today in the UK for a recommended retail price of £19.99. For further information on Kalypso Media titles please visit www.kalypsomedia.com
From now until the 3rd of July you can sign up to a 1 month Xbox LIVE Gold membership for just £1! Don't hang about - take full advantage of everything the GOLD experience has to offer:
* Playing online with friends * Exclusive offers and discounts * Early access to demos * Holding Xbox LIVE Parties * Video Chat
After your first month, your membership will automatically renew at the normal monthly cost of £3.99. Or you can upgrade to a longer-term subscription to get Gold for less than £3.34 per month.
Looks like an apparent release date has shown up for Gran Turismo 5 for the Playstation 3 console. The popular online British entertainment retailer, Play.com, has penciled in a release date of November 27th, 2009.
When asked to comment about the date, Play.com responded with "Please be advised that the release date currently listed on the website, the 27th November 2009, is as given to us by the publisher / manufacturer or The Game. Should this release date change we will update the website accordingly, so it is worth checking periodically Play.com.
This date is given by Sony Computer Entertainment or by Polyphony Digital. This means that Gran Turismo 5 is finally able to play this year! November 2009, the race game where each race freak waiting to be released in the UK! Hopefully we will hear soon what Sony itself, here we have more information. Once we know more we'll tell you, of course, as soon as possible to you!"
Wether this is valid or not is yet to be seen due to the fact their has yet to be any sort of official statement from Sony or Polyphony Digatal, the creators of the games. If this is true, it's going to be an interesting christmas battle between Team 10's Forza 3 and Polyphony Digital's Gran Turismo 3 for racing simulation supremacy.
Polyphony Digital boss Kazunori Yamauchi has also revealed a new feature for Gran Turismo 5 that will allow gamers to share whatever car they have earned or bought in the portable iteration of the title to it's bigger brother on the Playstation 3.
Yamauchi added that he wanted the player to feel like they actually owned the car, and that these cars would be able to be transfered to future Gran Turismo titles. "Whether it be from PSP to GT5, to even future renditions, GT6 and on, you can carry over the cars as YOUR cars, as something you own, even if the system changes, you can keep it."
To give their fans a behind-the-scenes glance at the development of Natural Selection 2, the team at Unknown Worlds today released a number of concept art pieces for the highly anticipated online FPS. These screens specifically provide insight into the design of the Refinery, a foreboding industrial environment which serves as the backdrop for a number of the maps that will be launching with the title later this year.
