Dragon Hunters for Nintendo DS out in April 2008

Dragon Hunters for Nintendo DS will be hitting stores starting April 2008


Publisher: Playlogic International
Developer: Engine Software

Playlogic Entertainment, an independent worldwide publisher of entertainment software, announced that Dragon Hunters for Nintendo DS will hit stores across the world starting April 2008.

About Dragon Hunters for Nintendo DS:

Dragon Hunters for Nintendo DS is based on the world of the popular Dragon Hunter TV series and the full feature length animated CG movie by the same name, both created and produced by Futurikon. In the game developed by handheld veterans Engine Software, the player follows the adventures of two hunters-for-hire, Lian-Chu and Gwizdo, and their trusty friend Hector, on their quest for fame and fortune.

Dragon Hunters is a platform action game where you will need the special skills of each character to overcome obstacles, like a variety of enemies, puzzles and platform challenges.

A unique element of the game is the use of gravity: walk on walls and ceilings and explore twisting and turning levels to solve puzzles and reach hidden areas in the vast worlds of Dragon Hunters. Further features include powerful boss dragons in challenging 3D dual screen battles and competitive multiplayer mini games.

Dragon Hunters offers all new elements to form a great platform action game appealing to both fans of the series and movie as well as gamers of all ages.

Playlogic International has been granted the exclusive worldwide videogame license from Futurikon for a period of five years on all platforms. Dragon Hunters will release worldwide starting April 2008.

For more info about Dragon Hunters for Nintendo DS please visit:
www.dragonhunters-thegame.com

Agatha Christies Mysteries video game comes to PC and Nintendo Wii

JoWooD Productions Presents Agatha Christies Mysteries

On sale 20th March 2008.

JoWooD Productions are pleased to announce on Thursday 20th March they will be releasing ‘Agatha Christie Mysteries’ for PC, priced at £19.99 (SRP) exclusively in United Kingdom. Agatha Christies was England’s most prolific writer…. Roughly Four billion copies of novels sold and this number continues to rise, through 80 detective novels, 160 short stories, 6 novels as well as a comic series.

On stage and screen: 299 Movie Adaptations, 47 TV adaptations, over 14 TV series,16 plays, 4 radio plays, 2 TV plays and a Japanese anime series…

Now experience murder first hand…in ‘Agatha Christies Mysteries’…



Prepare yourself for three extraordinary investigative thrillers in the superb adaptions of three of the world’s Best-Selling novels: Murder on the Orient Express, And then there were None and Evil Under the Sun.

Board the legendary Orient Express and solve a perplexing murder mystery alongside famous detective Hercule Poirot! Murder on the Orient Express, featuring David Suchet is filled with spectacular twists and turns and includes a surprise ending that is different from the original novel.

A curious assortment of virtual strangers invited to a lavish estate on an isolated island awaits you in And then there where None. The mysterious host accuses each of his “guests” of murder and proceeds to exact justice by becoming judge, jury and executioner... for each has been marked for murder: Tension mounts and secrets are revealed as, in accord to the ingenious plan of the unknown killer, one-by-one the number of guests systematically dwindles. Find the culprit or there will be none...

And finally the famous Detective Hercule Poirot turns up at just the right time to begin an investigation into the murder of a famous actress during what should have been the start of a relaxing holiday. Taking on the role of Hercule Poirot, players are able to scour a stunning tropical island for clues and delve deeper into the mysterious relationships between over 20 unique characters to search out the killer and finally solve the case of the Evil under the Sun.

Features:
Experience the new and very creative built-in hint system as Hercule Poirot acts as your mentor and confidante
Shadow and interact with over 25 different characters throughout your investigation to gain insight on each suspect
Visually impressive 3D as well as breathtaking third-person graphics immerse you deep into the mystery
Three challenging murder mysterys that will stretch the furthest limits of your imagination
60+ hours of engrossing gameplay

Release: March 18th 2008

The Lost Crown A Ghost hunting Adventure Awarded Rare A+ By Just Adventure

"The Lost Crown: A Ghost-hunting Adventure" Awarded Rare "A+" By Just Adventure

Spine-tingling adventure game joins hallowed hall of adventure classics

Got Game Entertainment today announced that in the 10-year history of leading adventure game site Just Adventure, only a handful of adventure games have been awarded a review grade of “A+”. Included in this exclusive list are such classics as “The Longest Journey”, “Syberia I”, “Syberia II”, “Leisure Suit Larry 7”, “Scratches: Director's Cut” (also from Got Game Entertainment) and, now, “The Lost Crown: A Ghost-hunting Adventure”. Further, among those awarded Just Adventure’s highest rating, “The Lost Crown: A Ghost-hunting Adventure” ranks among the very few created almost entirely by one individual, Jonathan Boakes (“Dark Fall”, “Dark Fall II: Lights Out”).

“When we first learned Jonathan Boakes was creating a new adventure game, we knew we would be in for something special,” said Just Adventure founder Randy Sluganksi. “But the chilling, intricately woven story, as well as the sheer size of the ‘The Lost Crown: A Ghost-hunting Adventure’ exceeded all expectations.”

In “The Lost Crown: A Ghost-hunting Adventure”, players unravel an ancient mystery and search for hidden treasures on England's fog-shrouded coastline, famed for its legends of smugglers, pirates, and ghosts. Joining ghost-hunters Nigel Danvers and Lucy Reubans as they investigate a tale of horror and haunting, players wield the tools of the modern-day ghost-hunter in a cinematic, richly detailed interactive world of wind-swept coastlines and crumbling crypts, where they are captivated, taunted, and teased by mind-bending puzzles and interactions with the town “locals”. Actual E.V.P. (Electronic Voice Phenomena), photographs of unexplained entities captured by creator Jonathan Boakes while researching the game, and a bone-chilling original soundtrack enhance the eerie atmosphere as players delve into local legends and discover long-lost secrets, previously known only to the dead.

“This sort of acknowledgement from Just Adventure, who are highly respected in the adventure gaming community, is definitely an honor”, said Boakes. “I am thrilled that ‘The Lost Crown: A Ghost-hunting Adventure’ is ranked in such rarified company”.

For more information, visit www.TheLostCrown.com.

Beautiful Synergy - DJ Sharpnel Stepmania video

Great set of combos in this tough challenge.

First patch for Lost Empire - Immortals released

First patch for Lost Empire: Immortals released

Recently released 4x strategy extravaganza from Pollux Gamelabs has received its first patch. Explore, expand, exploit and exterminate through this supremely vast universe of diverse galaxies and unique civilizations, a gaming experience not to be missed.

The patch includes:

- Enhanced Multi player stability and functionality
- Challenging Minor Race AI resulting in increased early game action.
- Early game tweaks, making those decisions very significant
- Weapons and ships with more diverse design options

Download patch: http://www.paradoxplaza.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=39&Itemid=120

Visit the official website to download the demo and read more : http://www.paradoxplaza.com/lostempire

Download from GamersGate: http://www.gamersgate.com/%20index.php?page=product&what=view&sku=DD-LEI

Suggested retail price: USD 29.99/ EUR 29.99

Moon video game announced for Nintendo DS

Mastiff and Renegade Kid Unveil "Project M"

Moon Announced for Nintendo DS

Mastiff, a worldwide publisher of videogames and Renegade Kid, developer of innovative interactive software, today announced the title codenamed "Project M" has been officially named Moon after the cold and barren hunk of rock orbiting earth.

Developed by Renegade Kid, Moon is a sci-fi, action-adventure title for Nintendo DS™. Moon places gamers on the cold lunar surface in the year 2058. Researchers are shocked to find a sealed, alien hatch during construction of a new lunar base, but it's a shock that soon pales in comparison to what they find beyond the hatch.

"Moon is dark, twisted, heart pounding, frequently violent and always disturbing. Pretty much what you'd expect when you take madmen like Renegade Kid, jack their technology up to the next level, and turn them loose," said Bill Swartz, Head Woof of Mastiff.

"Moon demonstrates the impressive power of NIntendo DS, while appealing to a crowd that's looking for a first-person action-adventure title that delivers a menacing story and really puts your gaming skills to the test," said Jools Watsham, Owner and Creative Director at Renegade Kid. "Building upon our achievements with Dementium: The Ward, Renegade Kid is utilizing its sophisticated 3D engine, dubbed the 'Renegade Engine,' to continue pushing the limits of Nintendo DS and focus on producing high quality content."

CoCommando - Steel Disaster disaster game on Nintendo DS goes gold

Commando: Steel Disaster Goes Gold on Nintendo DS

Video games publisher Lexicon Entertainment are pleased to announce that ‘Commando: Steel Disaster’ has been approved by Nintendo of Europe with a release date set for May 9th 2008.

As for the plot, you play as the heroic Storm who must put an end to an evil organisation called Rattlesnake. Of course, you get to do this with a range of heavy weaponry and Lexicon assures us there are plenty of different weapons and pick-ups - each with its own attack method and power. Plus, some guns can be used to find secret items.

Shoot, jump, throw and roll into action as you battle though each of the five missions and the two extra hidden mission. Each mission has various beautifully crafted environments all culminating in an epic boss fight.

Mow down wave after wave of animated enemy and use the various vehicles to destroy the enemy's gun ships and tanks in this extreme test of any gamers skill.

• Highly stylized graphics with slick animations
• Get behind the wheel of various vehicles
• Complex boss battles and 20 different types of enemy
• Pick up 10 different types of weaponry
• Destructible terrain and weather conditions
• Discover hidden missions and find the data disks

Fizz - inventive puzzle challenge game is first £9.99 Nintedo DS game

First £9.99 DS Product To Hit Shelves

Video games publisher Lexicon Entertainment are pleased to announce that ‘FIZZ’ has been approved by Nintendo of Europe with a release date set for April 25th 2008 and set with the amazing RRP of just £9.99.

‘FIZZ’ is an inventive puzzle challenge that will have gamers on the edge of their seat, is exceedingly simple to understand but infuriatingly challenging to master!

The central and principal game board is composed of twenty-five points each with four antennae. Each antenna can contain four colours. The goal is to create energy flow by aligning colours. When a loop is created, points are deducted and other points come onto the board.

The theme of the game is outer space and the player can select one of ten boards that make up the full experience. Each board has a link with an element from our solar system (décor and music linked with a planet).

The principal element of the game is energy and by combining the correct colours, energy fluxes are formed. The bigger the energy loops, the more points the player receives. This basic and overriding game principle is supplemented with bonuses and setbacks. Bonuses are special antennae that help the player whilst the setbacks take the form of broken antennae or exterior elements such as asteroids, meteorite showers, etc. which hinder the players’ progression by destructing nodes (Meteorites, Aliens), changing colours (Magnetic storm, Pulsar) or forbidding the node to be moved (Magnetic Spheres).

Features:

• Single-player modes
• Standard level mode
• Infinite same-level mode
• Time Attack mode
• Arcade mode
• Multiplayer game modes
• Vs. mode with infinite time
• Vs. mode with limited time
• Co-op mode

For more information, screens and videos please visit:

www.lexiconentertainment.com

We Love Golf on Nintendo Wii - Fact Sheet

We Love Golf Fact Sheet

We Love Golf transforms the Wii Remote into a virtual set of golf clubs, creating the most immersive golfing experience available off the greens. This new title is being developed in partnership with Camelot Software Planning, best known for developing successful sports games for home systems, including Hot Shots Golf and the Mario Golf series.

We Love Golf! presents a realistic golfing experience with a fresh new spin, incorporating the Wii Remote's unique motion-sensing functionality. Players will use the controller to choose clubs, line up shots, swing and even add a touch fade or draw with a flick of the wrist. Just as on a real course, gauging wind conditions, correct club selection and careful reading of the greens are all essentials for victory. A variety of game modes, multiple characters, unlockable content, and online gameplay will provide endless hours of putting heaven.

• Fully immersive golf game turns Wii Remote controller into a virtual set of clubs
  
• Engage in single player or up to four-player head-to-head competitions to see who is the ultimate fairway champion
  
• New online game modes bring the links to life with up to four players for Friend Play and World Play game modes
  
• True-to-life golf physics and dramatic telecast style presentation brings players into the game
  
• Multiple game modes ranging from tournament, character matches, stroke play, special mini-games and more
  
• Multiple courses, each with their own unique obstacles
  
• Unlock new characters, courses and more by playing through the various game modes
  
• Unlock new costumes, including Capcom themed outfits: Apollo Justice, Arthur, Chun-Li, Jill Valentine, and more
  
• Two exclusive characters created for the western audience
  
• Utilize your personalized Mii's for the ultimate customized game
  

HARD TO BE A GOD ADDS WEAPONS INCLUDING LASERS AND MINI GUNS

Secret Agent Takes On The Gods Armed With Lasers And Mini-Guns

HARD TO BE A GOD: THE UNIQUE ACTION & ADVENTURE GAME SET FOR RELEASE IN APRIL'08 BY ASCARON

Hard To Be A God, the new action and adventure game from Ascaron to be released in April, uniquely combines the sci-fi and medieval fantasy genres with a mix of Hack & Slash and RPG gameplay. Lasers will come up against swords as monsters and bandits battle a spy sent from a futuristic Earth to the medieval, alien planet of Tsurinak.

Action
Ferocious battles with gangs of bandits and guards on horseback will help hone fighting skills, before vicious monsters and brutal immortal beings demonstrate their power and desire for blood.

Adventure
A diverse range of quests, from defeating ruthless thieves to recovering a lost child, require a variety of combat and strategy forcing the spy to be intelligent as well as instinctive.

Weapons
In total there are over 200 different weapons for the spy to choose from. The arsenal includes scorchers, modifiers, mini-guns, force fields and sophisticated combat gadgets, contrasting with the swords, bow and arrows and axes wielded by the men of Tsurinak.


Unique features in Hard To Be A God
· A greater emphasis on horseback combat challenges the player to develop a new skill and brings a different type of gameplay to the genre

· Advanced character customisation takes place to match the individual playing style that is developed as the game progresses

· An addictive and engrossing non-linear storyline will develop as the player meets new characters each with their own history, enriching the game’s narrative

· The game brings to life the world envisioned by the Strugatsky brothers in the original novel of the same name

Discover the secrets surrounding the mysterious planet of Tsurinak, revealing why it has remained a medieval society for so long. ‘The gods’ will be encountered along the way, and they will be far from what anyone could have expected.

Try your luck at survival by visiting www.hardtobeagod.com to download the demo.

Fast facts:
Publisher: Ascaron Entertainment / Nobilis
Web: www.Ascaron.com / www.hardtobeagod.com
Developer: Akella
Release date: 11th April 2008
Price: £29.99
PEGI: 12+
Format: PC
Genre: RPG/Hack & Slash