Sonic and the Black Knight announced by Sega

A new addition to the Storybook Series of Sonic Titles.

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

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

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

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

Eidos releases Tomb Raider: Underworld official teaser trailer

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

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

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

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

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

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

SACRED 2 - Fallen Angel a true notebook gaming experience.

ASCARON, in association with Intel, today announce their audience enhancing masterpiece with the unveiling of SACRED 2 – Fallen Angel as a true notebook gaming experience.

The Action RPG will boast a new level of optimization specifically targeted at gaming on notebooks from the hardcore gaming rigs down to the 128Mb onboard chipsets.

In the development of the notebook gaming technology in SACRED 2 – Fallen Angel, the focus has been on 3 main areas, namely core processes, graphic optimization and notebook-specific features.

Notebook-specific features include essential items such as in-game battery and wi-fi indicator displays, and the Ad-Hoc multiplayer mode (AMM) which is an innovative approach to gaming “on the move”, delivering fast Ad-Hoc wireless game creation and joining. All functions are actively supported by the Intel Centrino Processor Technology.

Commenting on SACRED 2 – Fallen Angel for notebooks, Heiko tom Felde, Managing Director of Ascaron Entertainment GmbH, explained, “Mobile PCs now account for over 60% of all PC hardware sales. Over the past few years this has created a huge market growth which is often disregarded by other major releases. The philosophy behind Sacred has always been to be accessible to everyone, in terms of gameplay, entertainment and system requirements. Notebooks and SACRED 2 – Fallen Angel go hand-in-hand, allowing everyone to participate in the enjoyable and rewarding game Ascaron has developed.”

In respect of the partnership between Intel and Ascaron, tom Felde says, “Our relationship with Intel has been superb. The level of support and professionalism provided by Intel is reflected in the performance of SACRED 2 on notebook systems. We are pleased that Intel opened their doors for Ascaron to work so closely and feature SACRED 2 – Fallen Angel as the leading showcase for Intel’s exceptional new Centrino2 platform.”

Published by CDV (US) and Deep Silver (Europe) for Microsoft Xbox 360, PLAYSTATION®3 and PC, the highly anticipated AAA title will hit shelves from October 2008.

The Lost Crown - A Ghost-hunting Adventure on PC out today in the UK

Shrouded in mystery, myth and legends, leading computer publisher Lighthouse Interactive, developer Jonathan Boakes, and the Darkling Room team, invite you on a ghost-hunting adventure through the Saxton, Cornwall area in South-West England. Following its release to critical acclaim in Canada and the United States, The Lost Crown: A Ghost-hunting Adventure began hitting store shelves today across the United Kingdom. This suspense-filled Adventure game for the PC will be available in major retail stores, including: GAME, Amazon, and Play.com. The Lost Crown - A Ghost-hunting Adventure will be releasing in other European territories (excluding France and Russia) in Q4 2008.

For more information on The Lost Crown: A Ghost-hunting Adventure, bookmark the official website at www.thelostcrown.co.uk and www.lighthouse-interactive.com to keep up with the latest breaking news.


GAME SUMMARY

Join ghost-hunters Nigel Danvers and Lucy Reubans as they unravel an ancient mystery and search for hidden treasures in England’s fog-shrouded coastline, famed for its legends of smugglers, pirates and ghosts. Wielding the tools of modern-day ghost-hunters in a cinematic, richly detailed interactive world of wind-swept coastlines and crumbling crypts, you will be captivated, taunted and teased by mind-bending puzzles and interactions with the town "locals."

FEATURES

• Spine-tingling ghost story
• Realistic ghost-hunting, featuring actual E.V.P. (Electronic Voice Phenomena)
• Photographs of unexplained entities captured by creator Jonathan Boakes, while researching the game
• Chilling original soundtrack
• Point-and-click gameplay with both first and third person interaction
• Cast of virtual actors to share your paranormal adventure
• Local legends to investigate, interrogate, and observe
• Realistic and integrated puzzles

Live interview with Ferrari Challenge games developer

Eurogamer Network announce that Mark Cale, CEO of System 3, will be interviewed live by Eurogamer.net readers on Wednesday, 23rd July at 4pm BST (UK time) / 5pm CET.

Eurogamer's LiveText interviews allow readers to submit questions through a moderator, which are then answered live. Responses are posted to the website without the need for page-refreshing. Past interviewees include senior developers at Lionhead, Naughty Dog, Insomniac Games, Bungie and Media Molecule.

"Ferrari Challenge surprised a few people with its compelling simulation of driving the world's reddest race-cars, and we're pleased Mark's agreed to chat to our readers about it," said Tom Bramwell, Editor of Eurogamer.net. "It will provide some answers about the forthcoming downloadable content and we're expecting other revelations too."


"To be able to talk directly to the readers of Eurogamer is an unmissable opportunity," said Mark Cale, CEO of System 3. "We're looking forward to some difficult questions, but more than that, we're relishing the opportunity to talk directly to our fanbase."

Cooking Mama 2 - World Kitchen European Fact Sheet - Nintendo Wii

Cooking Mama 2: World Kitchen on Wii features hot new recipes and all-new 3D graphics; a first for the franchise.

In Cooking Mama 2: World Kitchen, players use the motion-sensitive Wii Remote to cook a variety of recipes by simulating the actions of a real-life chef. Whether you’re making parfait or shrimp au gratin, expect plenty of chopping, grating, slicing and frying. But don’t worry if you make a mistake because Mama’s there to help in brand new mini-games that see players using the Wii Remote in different action-packed ways, like dashing from side to side catching burgers in Mama’s apron.

“Cooking Mama has been a phenomenal success in Europe and we’re delighted to be publishing Cooking Mama 2: World Kitchen,” said Ian Howe, Managing Director, 505 Games. “The franchise has proved a tremendous hit with the ever-growing Wii market and we fully expect Cooking Mama 2: World Kitchen to build on previous successes.”

Cooking Mama 2: World Kitchen will be available in Europe exclusively on Wii in 2009.

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Wii Fit shortage expected to last until Christmas - where to buy a Wii Fit...

Shops around Britain are running out of Wii Fit boards as health-conscious Britons have rushed out to buy the latest must-have exercise accessory.

The popular Nintendo video game attachment combines playing computer games with mild exercise. Priced around £70, it guides users through 40 exercise games including yoga, football skills and slalom skiing.

Nintendo says the games can 'change how you exercise, how you balance, and even how you move.'

Waiting lists have been reported to be growing by up to 1,000 people each day. Major online stores including Dixons, HMV and John Lewis are all out of stock.

Even Britain's largest supermarket chain Tesco is out of the product. Its website informs customers: 'Due to high demand for this product, additional stock is not currently expected from supplier until August.'

Now retailers fear their will be few of the consoles left for the Christmas rush.

Source: Daily Mail

Pi Story, Now in Open Beta

Open beta for Pi Story on the week of July 21, 2008.

Now players can have all the pieces of Pi Story they want and keep it. Aeria will not be wiping accounts after open beta has ended, rather allowing players to maintain playing throughout the commercial release.

Pi Story is a side-scrolling 2D game that allows players the functionality of user created content, Web 2.0 Technology and a wide array of game features.

Features of Pi Story:

• Events hosted by Game Masters such as Hide n’ Seek and Monster Spawns
• Prize giveaway that include iPod Shuffles and apparel
• User Created Content Web Diary that is unique to each player.
• Guild activity system that is strategy-based and the ability to create a guild house.
• House system where players can decorate, and modify their homes.

In addition to the prizes mentioned above, Aeria Game Masters from Pi Story and Shaiya will also be present this year at San Diego Comic-Con International 2008 giving out prizes to players who can identify them.

The Game Masters will be wearing shirts with logos of the games they work on with their in-game names as they walk around. Players can meet and greet the Game Master who help them in-game.

For more information on Pi Story or how to obtain prizes at San Diego Comic-Con International 2008, please visit http://pistory.aeriagames.com or visit the Aeria Games forums.

Rock Band - Nine Inch Nails and Shinedown tracks available for download this week.

Shinedown "Junkies For Fame" Exclusive To Rock Band

Harmonix and MTV Games announced today the addition of Nine Inch Nails and Shinedown to the Rock Band Music Store catalog of downloadable content. Available July 22, the NIN three-pack includes the psychotic audio thrill ride "Burn” from the Natural Born Killers soundtrack, “Capital G” from their conceptual fifth studio release Year Zero, and “Last” from the second studio release, EP Broken. Nine Inch Nails is the Grammy winning industrial rock act founded by producer, singer, songwriter and instrumentalist, Trent Reznor more than 20 years ago with over 20 millions albums sold world wide. Each track will be available for $1.99 per track (160 Microsoft Points for Xbox 360) or $5.49 (440 Microsoft Points for Xbox 360) for the three-pack.

Shinedown contribute “Devour” from their current release and third album The Sound of Madness, and the much sought after, never released “Junkies For Fame” available for the first time as a single exclusively to Rock Band. Shinedown formed in Jacksonville, Florida in early 2001 and have spent much of their career touring and opening for some of music’s top rock acts including Van Halen. Each track will be available for $1.99 per track (160 Microsoft Points for Xbox 360).

Release date: 

Tuesday, July 22, 2008 (Xbox LIVE Marketplace)
Thursday, July 25, 2008 (PLAYSTATION Store)

Tracks: 

Nine Inch Nails 3-pack
“Burn”
“Capital G”
“Last”

Shinedown
“Devour”
“Junkies For Fame”

Price: 

$5.49 (440 Microsoft Points for Xbox 360) for NIN 3-pack
$1.99 (160 Microsoft Points for Xbox 360) per individual track

La Tale Game - Closed Beta Opens!

The beta application period for OGPlanet's upcoming side-scrolling massively multiplayer online game La Tale has now begun.

From now through Monday, July 21, would-be beta testers can apply for a spot in the La Tale beta test at http://latale.ogplanet.com/. Players must be OGPlanet members to register and those chosen to participate in beta testing will be notified beginning on July 22.

"The beta testing period will be the public's first opportunity to get their hands on our newly localized version of La Tale," said Don Choi, COO of OGPlanet. "We're eager to give the North American audience its first taste of this charming MMO, and to start hearing our players' feedback and refining the game accordingly."

La Tale's whimsical art style and detailed 2D worlds bring a lighthearted touch to the MMORPG genre, and have won it a large following in Asia. Simple gameplay and intuitive quests make La Tale accessible for players of all ages, while a large, immersive world promise hours of entertainment.

La Tale also offers various types of gameplay and customization, giving unique play styles to all types of gamers. Character customization options abound, and a variety of pets and accessories are available to further personalize each character. La Tale also offers a vibrant guild system includes beautifully designed Guild Rooms where players can grow crops and spend time with their guildmates, as well as a wide array of guild emblems to distinguish individual guilds.