Labyrinthica - The quest of lima alpha demo version 0.33B2

"Labyrinthica - The quest of lima" version 0.33B2 by Pompi Pompi Entertainment is a new indie game alpha demo, released to the public.

Pompi Pompi Entertainment is working on a new game, featuring a unique gameplay and control scheme, called "Labyrinthica: The quest of lima"(Laby). Laby is still under development, but a demo (version 0.33B2) with 10 playable levels is already available for the public. The release of this demo is intended to make the public know Laby and give feedback and suggestions that might influence design decisions.

Laby plays as an action game from 3rd person view, with orthogonal 3D cel shaded graphics. The player use the keyboard and mouse or a game pad to control the main character, lima. Lima can move in 8 directions and aim freely to any direction. The primary attack is a face to face, melee combat attack.

The melee attack is the primary ability to defeat the enemies. But a limited stock of potions is available for use in combat. Potions can be either drank or thrown. Some potions are harmful, and some beneficial. With the random potion color system, the player will have to discover what each potion do, every new game.

An additional important combat item is the shield. A shield can protect from projectiles, and it might even deflect them and make them harmful to the enemy monsters. The shield only protects the front side of the character, therefore aiming it is an important part of defending during combat.

A direct download of Laby demo, is available here...

Ahoy, Mateys! Pop-Up Pirate! Sets Sail onto WiiWare

Tomy Europe's Swashbuckling Game is Barrels of Interactive Fun for the Entire Family

Tomy Europe has announced its first computer game, Pop-Up Pirate!, is now available for digital download on WiiWare. The addictive Pop-Up Pirate! WiiWare game is played with motion controlled swords and features multiplayer thrills for the ultimate pirate party.

Pop-Up Pirate! for WiiWare is based on Tomy’s classic toy game, enjoyed for years by children and adults alike. Launched in Japan in the 1970s, and shortly after to the rest of the world, it is now one of the oldest and most recognisable games on the market selling in excess of 10 million units worldwide.

In Pop-Up Pirate! WiiWare players become swashbuckling swordsmen who take turns thrusting their sabers into a barrel that holds their black-bearded Captain captive. Players must take care and choose their holes wisely, as one wrong move will send him flying The game features various adventures including “Pop-Up Party” mode, where up to four pirates take turns at poking holes in the barrel and “Pop-Up Logic” mode, where a single shipmate competes in a race against time to find the bad holes before the time runs out. As an added bonus, players can unlock a unique mode which allows them to play the entire game using their own Mii in the barrel.


Pop-Up Pirate! is the first computer game published by Tomy Europe. The company is planning to launch more high quality and family-friendly computer game titles into the European markets based on Tomy’s extensive properties and resources.

Robert Mann, CEO, Tomy Europe comments. “Pop-Up Pirate! is an iconic game which has earned millions of fans around the world and, as such, is the ideal title to launch Tomy Europe as a publisher of computer games titles. The WiiWare version is a feature-rich interactive title which builds upon the existing game with more game play options and a family-focused multiplayer mode. The new Pop-Up Pirate! game is bound to be a hit with pirates of all ages who want to challenge a ‘matey’ to a game of swashbuckling fun.”

Meet the five families of Grand Ages - Rome

Kalypso Media today release details of the five Roman families featured in their upcoming Roman epic, GRAND AGES: ROME. GRAND AGES: ROME is the sequel to Kalypso Media’s city building strategy game Imperium Romanum, a top 10 European hit title. Previous players of Imperium Romanum will not be disappointed with GRAND AGES: ROME’s massively updated graphics, more complex combat and a wealth of new features to please new and old fans alike. GRAND AGES: ROME gives the player the opportunity to rule the greatest empire the world had ever known. Is there an Emperor within you?

The character you choose to play can belong to one of five families. Your choice of family is important to your future strategy, as like in life, families have character traits which lead to both strengths and weaknesses.

The Five Families

The Aemilii are born soldiers, not afraid to resort to unpopular actions in time of crisis. Their iron resolve and decisiveness brought them the recognition and loyalty of the militant Equites. Cold-blooded and merciless, the Aemilii always find a way out.
Motto: The end justifies the means

The Valerii are skillful merchants and control the largest trade network in the Republic. While their contacts are hard to trace through time, a well-placed bribe and favors from distant connections are the main tools for achieving their goals.
Motto: Throw enough money at a problem and it will go away

The Lucii are crafters and workers and have the reputation for being able to produce large quantities of any commodity in the shortest time. Their taskmasters make excellent use of slave workforce, often basing major enterprises on slave labor. The abundance of goods and slaves allows the house to accomplish even the hardest of projects with ease.
Motto: Work hard, seize the rewards

Sophisticated and refined, the Flavii are the ideal young nobles often aspired to. Lavish lifestyle, strong connections, and devotion to knowledge describe the family quite well. Some prominent family members have taken keen interests in philosophy and history, which has caused many famed scholars to regard the Flavii as their patrons.
Motto: Knowledge is power

Holding vast amounts of fertile land, the Julii have helped solve Rome’s problems with starvation on several occasions. But the real power of the family is their ability to bend the plebs to their needs. As a rule, a member of the Julii will accomplish his goals with the support of the crowd, cheered by the common people while doing so.
Motto: Bread and circuses

The developers of Grand Ages: Rome are Haemimont Games.

PSOne classics Sheep, Spin Jam PSP FlatOut Head On, Ultimate Board Games, Pipe Mania, Off Road and Kazook on PlayStation Network

Empire Interactive have added a number of video games titles to PlayStation Network...

PSOne classics Sheep and Spin Jam along with PSP titles FlatOut Head On, Ultimate Board Games Collection, Pipe Mania, Off Road and Kazook are available to download now in the following territories:

– UK
– Australia
– Czech Republic
– Denmark
– Finland
– Greece
– New Zealand
– Norway
– Poland
– Russia
– Saudi Arabia
– South Africa
– Sweden

Priston Tale 2 is now Full Open Beta!

Key To Play is proud to announce that Priston Tale 2 is now in Full Open Beta. Players no longer require a tester key to access the game.

This beta is now featuring 14 classes, 11 zones, 5 crafting professions, 2 races, the possibility to customise your gear, a unique community system, the best of the Unreal Engine and many more possibilities.

On the Key To Play side, the game is now available in 4 languages (English, French, German and Spanish) and the websites are also localised.

The Tempskron and the Morion are now waiting for heavy reinforcements to fight off Midranda, the Demon God.

There will be NO character deletion at the end of the full open beta!

PRISTON TALE 2

The developing team from Yedang, creator of the online videogame Priston Tale, awarded at length, brings us its sequel entitled Priston Tale 2: The Second Enigma. An MMORPG that improves drastically the artistic quality thanks to Epic Games and its Unreal Engine. Key To Play is bringing this title to Europe.

The Demon God Midranda is back to life and this forces people in Priston to pin all their hopes on a rumour coming from far-away lands. The existence of a weapon, the only weapon capable of destroying the demon and its dark army: the Second Enigma. Its searching will be crucial for the heroes who try to challenge Midranda and its armies. Tempskron, Morion and Sopphetios, each race with their skills and wisdom, will join in an arduous journey, where victory is the only option.

Sacred 2 - fallen angel how Blind Guardian rock band were added to the game...

Sacred 2 - Fallen Angel is more than just a videogame – it’s a full-on audio experience, featuring a wide variety of music, including the title track performed by the renowned musical act – Blind Guardian.

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Halo Wars toys on the way

The highly anticipated release of "Halo Wars", the newest video game in one of the most successful entertainment franchises, is just a few weeks away. In preparation an all-new toy line-up from partners USAopoly, MEGA Brands and McFarlane Toys at Toy Fair.

USAopoly and MEGA Brands join the "Halo" franchise for the first time as Fox L&M continues its expansion for one of the most popular video game properties in the world. Speaking to the brand's global appeal, Michael Peikoff, Senior Vice President, U.S. Licensing for Fox L&M, commented, "'Halo' has become much more than a video game franchise, it's a true entertainment franchise. Our goal is to add value to this intellectual property by extending it with blue chip partners whose interpretation of the brand is seamless and will be embraced by the legion of fans worldwide"

Making its debut at Toy Fair for the "Halo" franchise, USAopoly will introduce the old world to the new world as it melds the "Halo Wars" storyline with the classic and best selling Hasbro branded Risk board game. Available at retail in Spring/Summer 2009, this groundbreaking execution will combine elements of two strategy games - "Halo Wars" adversaries will engage in strategic battle for domination of Arcadia.

MEGA Brands will develop the first-ever construction toy sets based on "Halo Wars", available in Fall 2009. The line is comprised of buildable playsets ranging from 65 to over 350 pieces, and features the most recognizable and iconic elements from the video game, with highly detailed vehicles, weapons and articulated micro-scale action figures for a true "build and play" experience. Each set also includes UNSC Spartans or Flame Marines, and Covenant Elites or Grunts. The Halo Wars Collection of licensed product offerings will be marketed under the Mega Bloks umbrella.

Following the success of the 2008 "Halo 3" figures, McFarlane Toys extends its partnership with "Halo" with the release of new "Halo Wars" specific action figures and vehicle collections. Available in March 2009, this set of exquisitely crafted figurines, promises to raise the bar for detail and realism in the collectible toy genre. Friends can collect and/or trade the figures and build up an army from the battlefield. The heroic-sized figures are 2.5-inches tall and have mobility at the waist. Each 3-pack includes "Halo Wars" characters in different colors and poses, with weapons.

"Halo Wars" is an action strategy game based on the legendary Halo universe and created exclusively for Xbox 360. It is slated for release in the US on March 3, 2009. Players will be immersed in an early period of "Halo", allowing them to experience events leading up to the story told in "Halo: Combat Evolved" for Xbox. They will take command of UNSC armies during mankind's first encounters with the Covenant, an alien coalition threatening to obliterate the universe. "Halo Wars" is developed by Ensemble Studios, the team responsible for the best-selling and critically-acclaimed "Age of Empires" franchise on PC. The "Halo" series as a whole has sold more than 25 million copies worldwide.

Pre-orders for "Halo Wars" are taking place at participating retailers nationwide now. Fans who pre-order will receive an exclusive in-game Warthog with flame decals. The Limited Collector's Edition is also available and includes a special in-game "Honor Guard" Wraith, a graphic novel, six Leader cards and a "Spirit of Fire" patch. As an additional exclusive, LCE owners will get early access to the in-game "Halo 3" Mythic Map Pack for exciting new multiplayer action.

Interactive Sudoku Ball - Detective website

Get a taste of the new exciting story driven puzzler!

Playlogic an independent worldwide publisher of entertainment software, announced that it has launched the official Sudoku Ball - Detective website: http://www.sudokuballdetective.com/.

About the website

Players can get a taste of the game, which will be released on Wii, DS and PC in Q2, 2009. A playable Flash demo is available which shows the story’s setting and gives players the opportunity to complete one of the unique Sudoku Ball puzzles. The demo (like the game) features 6 languages: English, German, French, Spanish, Italian and Dutch.

About Sudoku Ball Detective

Sudoku Ball is a revolutionary new take on the popular Sudoku puzzles. The Sudoku Ball™ consists of 6 interlinked Sudoku puzzles mapped on a 3D ball. Players can twist and turn the Sudoku Ball and enter the numbers by using the stylus, Wii Remote or mouse in an easy to use interface.

In Sudoku Ball - Detective, you take the role of a detective in a small town where a murder has been committed. It is up to you to find the murderer by completing different styles of Sudoku puzzles. The puzzles represent separate stages of the investigation, like searching for clues, picking locks, investigating evidence in the lab, and chasing your suspect!

Sudoku Ball – Detective is Sudoku with a twist – play your favourite puzzle game in a completely new, entertaining detective scenario, inspired by murder mystery games and famous English detective stories. Solve multitudes of challenging puzzles to solve a mysterious crime! On top of the storyline, players can compare their scores with their friends and family in the numerous extra puzzles in different gameplay modes.

The easy controls ensure players can concentrate on the puzzles as they delve deeper into the mystery!

FEATURES:

• Unique Sudoku Ball feature for a brand new puzzle experience

• Challenging and engaging story mode with 20 levels

• 3 difficulty settings from beginner to expert

• Stand-alone story puzzles and original Sudoku modes with over 240 Sudokus in total.

• Compare your best scores with friends and family

• Easy to learn and play

• Distinctive art style

Evasive Space video game download on WiiWare

Akinai Games, the downloadable games division of leading videogame publisher YUKE’S Company of America, today announced the launch of Evasive Space for Nintendo’s WiiWare game service. The new top-down space adventure title features a unique control scheme utilizing the Wii Remote controller’s infrared capabilities to maneuver your ship in ways never before seen on a home console. Armed with only your deft piloting skills, fly Konki on a race to save the stars from the evil Dr. Dark Matter before the night sky is lost forever. Evasive maneuvering is the key to survival while you traverse through asteroid fields, space stations, and astral caves, all without firing a single shot.

Key features include:

- Guide Konki through 20 hazardous space missions spanning four worlds
- Deftly pilot your ship with innovative use of the Wii Remote’s infrared pointer capabilities
- Pick up items and ship upgrades to enhance skills and increase your chances for survival
- Four person multiplayer matches locally on your home console
- Compete for the best times with Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection online leaderboards

Evasive Space is now available for download through the Wii Shop Channel for 1,000 Wii Points and has been rated “E” for “Everyone” with Mild Fantasy Violence by the ESRB.

New level in Legacy of YS - Books I and II for Nintendo DS

Venture into the never-explored Vageux-Vardette in Ys chapter I

Atlus today discussed the new level exclusive to Legacy of Ys - Books I & II for Nintendo DS. Marking the site of a massive disaster that occurred 700 years ago is the Vageux-Vardette, a huge crater in the center of Esteria. Though the nature of the disaster has since faded from memory, the area within its rim is considered sacred and to tread upon its ground is forbidden. Since the appearance of the Veil of Storms months before, horrible howls and screams have haunted the land. In past version of Ys, the Vageux-Vardette was only mentioned in passing, but now in the first book of Legacy of Ys, players will be able to explore this never-before-seen area, essentially a whole new level, confronting its new boss and finding an entirely new set of equipment.

"The Vageux-Vardette is one of the more eye-catching aspects of Ys I geography, and now Nintendo DS players can explore the natural expansion of the Ys universe in an exclusive new level," said Sam Mullen Project Lead of Legacy of Ys: Books I & II.

"With two games on one cartridge, a new multiplayer mode, a brand new localization, and the fact that each and every launch copy includes a soundtrack CD as a part of Atlus Spoils, there are already plenty of reasons to recommend Legacy of Ys to fans and newcomers alike." said Crystal Murray, PR Specialist at Atlus U.S.A., Inc. "Even for the most seasoned, long-time Ys fan, having a whole new area to explore and items to acquire enhances the overall experience."

One of the most heralded action RPG franchises of all time, Legacy of Ys: Books I & II delivers the first two epic adventures of the famed saga on one cartridge, presented with a series of never-before-seen enhancements. As a continuation of the Atlus Spoils fan appreciation campaign, the finished North American launch will be available in a special boxed release, with a soundtrack CD featuring the game's famed score, the company's way of saying thank you for their continued support.

Legacy of Ys: Books I & II is now scheduled for release on February 24, 2009, with an MSRP of $34.99.

For more information about Legacy of Ys: Books I & II, visit the official website:
http://www.atlus.com/ys.

About Legacy of Ys: Books I & II
Stories tell of a land of yore, now shrouded by centuries of time forgotten, called Ys. Despite its great knowledge, endless wealth, and bountiful prosperity, a sudden and unexpected cataclysm devastated the realm. Soon, its memory had faded completely from the minds of man.

Centuries later, a young adventurer named Adol set sail to explore the world and leave his mark on history. During his travels, he learned of the tragic tale of Esteria, a once prosperous island now inexplicably engulfed by a crippling storm. Adol plotted a course for the besieged isle, curious to unravel the mystery...

Key Features

• Two Legendary RPGs on One Cartridge! - Experience two all time classics that helped shape the action RPG genre... Now on a portable system!
• Upgraded Ys Experience - Behold remastered 3D graphics, a remixed musical score, and new enemies and equipment to discover. Touch control and local wireless multiplayer for up to four people deepen the adventure, while difficulty levels and dual control schemes tailor the experience to the gamer.
• The Definitive Story - Available to North American audiences for the first time, this ultimate translation delivers the most substantial version of the famous Ys story ever made!

Legacy of Ys: Books I & II has been rated "T" for Teen with Alcohol and Tobacco Reference, Animated Blood, Mild Fantasy Violence, Mild Language, Mild Suggestive Themes, and Partial Nudity by the ESRB.