Midway Europe Ships BlackSite video game for Sony PlayStation 3

Midway Europe Ships BlackSite for PS3

Midway Games Ltd, a subsidiary of Midway Games, a leading interactive entertainment publisher and developer today announced that BlackSite for the PlayStation 3 computer entertainment system is now shipping in Europe.

The immersive and fast-paced FPS title, which is already available in stores for Xbox 360 and PC in Europe, allows gamers the chance to direct living, breathing squad mates with a context-sensitive "One-Button Squad Command" control system as they make their way through the game's politically-subversive storyline. Throughout the mission, destructible environments can be reduced to rubble, creating interactive cover points for both you and the enemy, which can be blown away with enough firepower.

Little Britain: The Computer Game - Prey - Serious Sam II - next batch of high profile PC games - all great value at £4.99

Titles to make your computer say yes!

Sold Out Software, part of the Mastertronic Group, is pleased to announce that its next batch of high profile PC games - all great value at £4.99 - is due for release on 7th March 2008.

Little Britain: The Computer Game

Experience the award-winning comedy of Little Britain like never before! Play as your favourite Little Britain characters - Maggie and Judy, Vicky Pollard, Emily and Florence, Lou and Andy, Daffyd Thomas, Marjorie Dawes and Letty.

Each of the eight hilarious action-packed games plays like a sketch from the TV show and the in-game voices have all been provided by the stars of the series, Matt Lucas and David Walliams, who also played an integral part in the scripting of the game. Little Britain: The Computer Game includes classic clips from the TV show, plus Tom Baker as the narrator!

Prey

Aliens have turned Tommy's world upside down and now he's about to return the favour. Living weapons, a faithful sidekick, vehicles, giant environments, a story of redemption and destiny, and an epic 3-hour soundtrack make this the FPS of the year.

Imagine a place where gravity isn't always down. Imagine walking on walls and ceilings. Experience for the first time the reality-bending effects of a totally different world, thanks to multiple gameplay innovations from the developer that brought you Bullet Time. Prey really will mess with your mind!

Serious Sam II

Pick up where Sam ‘Serious’ Stone left off, as he battles the hordes of minions under the command of Mental, the biggest, most evil guy in the universe. Grab your gun and blow $#!% up… again! With bigger guns and even weirder enemies, this is serious action!

James Cato, Mastertronic’s Sales Director commented – “Yet again the Sold Out team has come up with a bumper crop of fantastic titles for just £4.99, making it a really strong retail offering.”

NAMCO BANDAI GAMES' NARUTOTM: ULTIMATE NINJA 3 HAS GONE GOLD FOR SONY PLAYSTATION 2

NAMCO BANDAI GAMES' NARUTOTM: ULTIMATE NINJA 3 HAS GONE GOLD FOR THE PLAYSTATION 2 COMPUTER ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM

Leading video games developer and publisher NAMCO BANDAI Games America Inc., announced today that NARUTO: Ultimate Ninja 3 has gone gold for the PlayStation 2 computer entertainment system. Based on the popular NARUTO animated series, from VIZ Media, this fighter steps it up a notch and delivers new innovative features, enhancements and customizations. Battle through 20 stages with over 40 popular NARUTO characters in the fiercest battles the series has ever seen when it is released on March 25.

The most feature-rich game in the Ultimate Ninja franchise to date, NARUTO: Ultimate Ninja 3 will not disappoint as it offers up a host of firsts for the series. Diligent fans can re-live all their favorite battles that made up Story Arc 1 in Hero’s History mode. Ninja-in-training can earn points to upgrade their strength, agility, defense, chakra and other special abilities to customize their characters to their liking. Turn characters into giant ninjas of unprecedented size, or summon large beasts to help turn the tide in Summoning Mode. Also for the first time, North American fans can listen to both English and Japanese voiceovers.

NARUTO: Ultimate Ninja 3 will also include a brand new original story, which will have players exploring the Hidden Leaf Village and participating in battle royale matches in over 55 scenarios. The fun doesn’t stop there, as tons of unlockable items such as movies, music and cards are hidden away offering loads of replay value to the game.

NARUTO: Ultimate Ninja 3 is rated “T” for teen by the ESRB and carries an MSRP of $39.99. For more information please visit: http://www.namcobandaigames.com or www.naruto.com.

Fishy Business mobile cellphone game goes gold

Fishy Business goes gold!

Impossible Games announces that its latest title has just gone gold.

The game presents an underwater adventure of two fish, a police detective Adam and an ex-mafia member Freddie. They undertake a perilous journey in order to rescue Adam´s fiancee from clutches of mafia boss. The game fits within the casual puzzle genre with 30 levels. Special techniques were used to create lush and living animation of deep sea.

Miklós Csémy, COO of Impossible describes the game as an innovative title that delivers unusually strong gaming experience.

„We have seen the mobile market continually consolidate itself. Among else, the mobile games have, along with the Flash minigames, greatly contributed to the definition of a casual gamer and have helped open a whole new market within the games industry. It has become apparent that consumers are most interested in titles that are built around familiar ideas and principles and innovative at the same time.

Fishy Business, our latest title, fits perfectly in this category. The controls are very simple to pick up and the gameplay is hugely rewarding. What we are most proud of, however, is the presentation. There was a point in the development of the game, where we thought, we could just as well, skip the whole interactive part and make a J2ME based mobile cartoon movie instead! This is due to having very strong and well written characters in-game and I was amazed with how much fun the creative department managed to fit in.“

The game release date and its publisher are yet to be announced.

Alien Arena 2008, a freeware, opensourced FPS! Download now.

"COR Entertainment, LLC announces the release of Alien Arena 2008, a freeware, opensourced FPS!

This game is the followup to the critically acclaimed (http://www.linux.com/feature/119775) Alien Arena 2007, and features nearly all new game media, gameplay improvements, and a client that has been signifigantly upgraded for improved visual effects as well as major optimizations that greatly improve the fluidity and performance.

Alien Arena 2008 also offers a change to it's overall theme, moving towards a slightler darker, more serious tone, while still retaining a good bit of it's retro style, creating an interesting marriage between classic and modern sci-fi. This resulted in completely new player models, many new weapon models and textures, and seventeen, yes, seventeen new levels! The transformation is nothing short of remarkable.

There are major improvements in weapon effects, per-pixel lighting, texture resolution, and resource usage, as well as the addition of a cross platform server browser, FUSE. Weapons have been tweaked for better balance, and movement has been enhanced with the addition of dodging abilities. Alien Arena 2008 will run on Windows and Linux, and the OSX/Mac port will be released in one week.

To download the game, see new screenshots and videos, please visit http://red.planetarena.org today!"

Voyage Century Online: Tests of Auction System Released

Voyage Century Online: Tests of Auction System Released

he Voyage Century Online team (http://vc.igg.com) has released the testing of Auction System.
Qualified Players can join and try the new system now.

Players who meet any one of the requirements below are eligible to sign up to test the Auction System:

1. 30000 Mall Credits or above
2. 1500 Forum Karma or above

The Available Items for the Upcoming Auction:

[Charm Clothes]x2: The item possesses stat bonuses and can be worn and displayed with its appearance (can be used forever).

[Holy Water]x4: Holy Water can be used to refine Black Skeleton equipment, reducing its loss chance a great deal when meeting character demise.

[Great Blessed Pellet]x8: Acquire 168 hours of double experience, and articles will not drop when a character dies after using it. The valid time will be deducted whether you are on-line or not. The state will not disappear after the characters death

Gran Turismo 5 Prologue line-up now confirmed on Sony PlayStation 3

Gran Turismo 5 PrologueTM line-up now confirmed

71 of the hottest vehicles make the PLAYSTATION 3 starting grid

• Ferrari returns this March with four stunning cars
• Features cars from US, Japan, Germany, France, Italy and Great Britain
• Online racing, Hi-Def graphics, new physics engine and even a TV channel
  

Love Ferrari, Nissan, Honda, Dodge, BMW, Aston Martin, Subaru and Lotus? You’ll love Gran Turismo 5 Prologue™ – the prequel title showcasing the forthcoming Gran Turismo 5 for PLAYSTATION 3 (PS3). Gran Turismo 5 Prologue is the latest instalment of one of the most successful global gaming franchises of the last ten years – renowned for its realism, quality of design and in-car physics technology – now, with the power of PS3 behind it, it’s going from strength to strength. The 71-car-strong vehicle list is now confirmed – here are a few highlights of what you’ll be able to race this March:

• Audi R8 4.2 FSI R Tronic
  
• BMW M3
  
• Dodge VIPER GTS
• Ferrari 599
• Honda INTEGRA TYPE R (DC5)
• Lotus Elise 111R
• Mercedes-Benz SL 55 AMG '02
  
• Nissan GT-R
• Aston Martin DB9 Coupe
• Subaru IMPREZA WRX STI
  

And there’s more – much more. We’re talking a grand total of 71 of the hottest vehicles from the world’s most iconic manufacturers – all officially licensed and all rendered in High Definition. The game features six seriously realistic, tracks all drivable in two layouts. There’s also all-new driving physics for the most lifelike driving experience ever and new, improved opponent artificial intelligence for the toughest race challenge yet. And, for the first ever time in the franchise, there’s online multiplayer - up to 16 players will be able to go head-to-head on PLAYSTATION Network (PSN). Gran Turismo 5 Prologue is available both on Blu-ray disc and as a download from PSN this March.

Here’s a quick overview of the key features you’ll get with Gran Turismo 5 Prologue:

Key Features:

• The first ever Gran Turismo title with online racing: drive online against up to 16 other Gran Turismo aces
  
• Race a total of 71 stunning cars:
  
• Race the Eiger Nordwand, Daytona International Speedway, the London City Track, Fuji Speedway, Suzuka and the High Speed Ring - then race them all in alternative layouts
  
• All-new physics engine means true next-generation vehicle handling
  
• All-new and improved opponent AI for a nail-biting race experience
  
• Access to Gran Turismo TV : a world of great motoring TV programming online including the BBCs Top Gear
  
• In-game museum featuring the history and heritage of the top car manufacturers
  
• My Garage - a personalised homepage feature with calendar, clock and map & weather of major race circuits worldwide
  
• Quick Tune facility allows you to adjust power, tyres, suspension and more
  
• All in stunning High Definition at 1080p
  

Gran Turismo 5 Prologue Additional Features for Europe:

• Drift Mode – The player’s drifting technique is measured based on drift angles, racing lines, and speeds within evaluation zones located at various turns on the course.
  
• In Depth Car Tuning – Players have the ability to adjust the vehicle’s performance, including power, tyres, suspension and the ability for quick tuning whilst racing.
  
• Two-player Split Screen Racing – Allows players to race head-to-head offline.
  
• New Race Events – Online racing fans can join in on a new set of scheduled events and time trials.
  

To find out more, visit www.granturismoworld.com.

SHOOT FOR THE STARS WITH KIRBY ON NINTENDO Wii VIRTUAL CONSOLE

SHOOT FOR THE STARS WITH KIRBY ON VIRTUAL CONSOLE

Join Kirby in his first 3D adventure propelling him out of Dream Land and to the stars! First seen on Nintendo 64 in 2001, Kirby 64: The Crystal Shards sees Kirby enlisted to help a new friend trace all the pieces of a precious, shattered crystal.

Taking him on a dynamic adventure across six worlds, resulting in a showdown with enemy Dark Matter, everyone’s favourite powerful, pink puffball must save his friends from this deadly new foe.

As Kirby, players can utilise his unique copy ability, gulping down enemies to replicate their abilities, or mix and match them to discover dozens of new Kirby powers.

As an added bonus, Kirby 64: The Crystal Shards features three exciting mini-games to enjoy with up to three other players! This cute, colourful title is available to download for 1000 Wii Points on this week’s Virtual Console!

Virtual Console offers users the ultimate retro gaming experience. This week’s title joins the list of 193 classic titles already available for Virtual Console in Europe.

Apollo Justice Ace Attorney launches on Nintendo DS

Command justice as Apollo Justice Ace Attorney launches across Europe!

Prepare to become champion of the courtroom, dazzling onlookers with persuasive wit and a keen sense of intuition as Apollo Justice™ Ace Attorney™ comes to the Nintendo DS. Succeeding the highly popular Phoenix Wright™ Ace Attorney™ series, this title sees brand new protagonist, Apollo Justice, assume the mantle of courtroom star, ensuring justice for those who deserve it most. Apollo Justice Ace Attorney, developed and published by Capcom and distributed by Nintendo, launches across Europe on 9th May 2008.

Opening a new chapter in the series, Apollo Justice Ace Attorney sees Apollo Justice and the mysterious magician Trucy, pick their way through investigations ahead of them. Take on the role of Apollo Justice and use instincts and a confident manner to unearth crucial clues at the scene of the crime, triumphing over genius prosecutor and part-time rockstar, Klavier Gavin.

Like the previous Phoenix Wright titles, the action is split into two distinct styles of gameplay. In the investigation part of the game, players must gather evidence and scour the surrounding area for clues, which will see them utilise the Nintendo DS’s Touch Screen to dust for fingerprints or take plaster casts of footprints. Whilst obtaining this essential evidence, players must also interview key witnesses to gain important information on the nature of the felony. Here presenting damning evidence can help to convince a witness to reveal their secrets that may prove vital to the case!

The second section of the game is based in the courtroom and sees Apollo skilfully arguing in defence of his client. Cross examine witnesses to reveal the truth and use the Nintendo DS microphone to halt proceedings with cries of ‘Objection!’ and ‘Hold it!”. When Apollo must back up his wild claims, the crime scene is recreated and the player must pinpoint the area that holds the key to the case. Players can also refer to court records at any point in proceedings to develop their case, touching the ‘profiles’ screen to reveal the characters’ information and uncover more vital clues!

Completely new to the series is Apollo’s unique ability to Perceive Habits. This allows him to focus in on subconscious twitches witnesses make, giving away that they are hiding the truth. When such an event occurs, the player can home in on the character using the Touch Screen and search for their nervous habit. If this is successfully located, the twitch can be exploited to further break through the lies in their testimony!

So make sure justice is executed as Apollo Justice Ace Attorney passes judgement across Europe on the Nintendo DS on 9th May 2008, for the estimated retail price of €29.99.

Stranger Gameplay Trailer Available for Download

Today a new trailer for Stranger, the fantasy RTS/RPG title from Fireglow Games, has been released. The trailer, available at the link below, gives viewers a first-hand look at the game's stunning graphics, as heroes face-off with vicious monsters in furious battles. Spells and swords clash in this new video for the game that has gamers playing as three mysterious heroes lost in a strange fantasy world. Stranger features a deep magic and enchantment system, and a rich world populated by more than a hundred unique monster types. Players can take control of three characters and enjoy a single-player campaign lasting more than 30 hours, while also being able to take their game online in eight-person Internet multiplayer matches. For more information about Stranger, visit the official Web site at http://stranger-game.com.

Watch the trailer here on Gamers Hell

It’s a fantasy come true: Epic role-playing adventure and real-time tactical confrontations collide in Stranger, a sprawling saga of sword and sorcery mayhem set in a world beyond your wildest imagination!

As one of three battle-hardened heroes, explore a hostile surface kingdom and mysterious subterranean realms, increasing your combat skills and magical abilities. Blade and spell streak across the screen in a dizzying dance as you battle with slavering beasts and mutant monstrosities, using intuitive enchantment and melee systems. Hire ruthless mercenaries’ to assist you in your quests and defeat all those who dare challenge you. Gather not just your courage, but also your wits and resources before proceeding. From recruiting ultra-powerful allies to going face-to-face with the blackest evil and amassing a mystical arsenal capable of seeing you safely through this epic tale, you’ll need all to meet the challenges which lie within.