Conquest! Medieval Realms PC video game to download

Slitherine and Illustrious Software are proud to announce the release of their latest product, developed under the Kameleon Project brand: Conquest! Medieval Realms.
The game, developed by UK-based Illustrious Software, is a turn-based game where the objective is to conquer up to 7 opposing players lands (either AI players or other human opponents) by defeating their armies and capturing their territories - to do this players will need to unite their lands by building a powerful economy, raising armies to defend the homeland and by capturing enemy land.

George Quinn of Illustrious Software said “We're greatly looking forward to the release of our first commercial project, it's been a lot of hard work and we are very excited to see it at this point. This has been a very interesting experience for us, and we look forward to working with Slitherine and the Kameleon project again in the future. We hope that everyone gets as much out of playing Conquest! as we did out of making it.”

The game is now available for purchase worldwide through digital download at http://www.slitherine.com/games/conquest_pc.

“It’s great to see another team complete a game through the Kameleon Project. Conquest! is a different type of game to those we normally produce and it’s lighter puzzle strategy gaming could really open up new audiences. The other 6 teams working on Kameleon Project games should be making sure we have more games like this in the not too distant future!” said Iain McNeil, Development Director of Slitherine.

Conquest ! Medieval Realms, delivers hours and hours of fun-packed, brain-bending strategy gaming.

• Conquest! is a simple game to learn, but you will need strategy, tactics and cunning if you expect to defeat all of your enemies and rule the world.
• Play as the English or the French in the Hundred Years War, or fight the Wars of the Roses.
• Play games with up to 8 human players across a LAN or the internet.
• Try your skill against 5 levels of AI in the campaign or skirmish modes.
• Randomly generated maps give you billions of potential battlefields to fight on.
• Use the included editors to create your own maps and campaigns

Galaxy Online: International Battleground Closed

After 5 days of intense competition, the first phase of the International Battleground came to an end at 10:00pm EDT (GMT-4) May 10th in Galaxy Online. The Chinese version players managed to edge out the English version players in the end. Congratulations!

Even though the battle lasted only 5 days, participants have played an extremely competitive match. The swift and fierce attack demonstrated by the Chinese version players really surprised us, while the English version players’ unyielding and tenacious spirit meant they were standing up to the very end. Through the match, both sides learned about the intricacies that can make or break an aspiring Galactic Warlord in Galaxy Online. Things like warship design, fleet formation, teamwork, offense, defense, and much more were what separated the winners from the losers. When this event is held the next time we fully expect to see even more intense battles as both sides take strategic lessons to heart and adjust.

Magic Ball 4, the long-awaited sequel to the popular series of Breakout-style casual games

Alawar Entertainment, a leading publisher of casual games, today released Magic Ball 4, the long-awaited sequel to the popular series of Breakout-style casual games.

The Magic Ball series features the most popular 3D Breakout titles in the world. To date, Alawar has sold over two million Magic Ball games, ported the series to several platforms, including the Apple iPhone and Sony Playstation 3, and translated it into English, Russian, German, French, Spanish and Japanese.

The console version of Magic Ball 3 for PlayStation 3 was the third best-selling product on the PlayStation Network for two consecutive months.

The developers of Magic Ball 4 did a complete overhaul of the gameplay, adding hilarious new bonuses and a slew of valuable trophies. Awards are given for outstanding achievements, including the quick completion of levels and the ability to dodge enemy shells. In addition, each stage contains several hidden diamonds. When the player collects every one in the game, he earns the top trophy.

In addition to offering fun and addictive gameplay, Magic Ball 4 is a visual showstopper. The full version features four stunning worlds, including a snow-clad northern territory, the Amazonian jungles and African savanna, the exotic landscapes of Japan and China, and a wildly inventive distant planet. Magic Ball 4 also features realistic physics and cool weather effects.

To immerse players even further, the creators of Magic Ball 4 devised an exciting story of alien abduction and daring rescue. Vividly drawn comic strips carry the hero from Earth to a far-off world to strike objects from home with the Magic Ball of Relativity, and in so doing return the items to their rightful place.

"Casual games are constantly evolving, with new types of entertainment replacing traditional ones," said Kirill Plotnikov, Alawar's VP of Publishing. "While hidden object titles and business sims are becoming more and more popular, certain kinds of games have eternal appeal. The Magic Ball series is one example. Fans old and new are going to love it."

To download a free one-hour demo, view screenshots or purchase the full version, visit http://www.alawar.com/game/magic-ball-4/.

Jorge & Guillermo Badolato produce soundtrack for next-gen videogame Wheelman

Composers Jorge & Guillermo Badolato are glad to announce they worked in the composition and production of the soundtrack for next-gen videogame Wheelman, developed by Newcastle´s Midway Studios & Tigon Studios (Vin Diesel´s video game company, who also starres the game). The game has been published worldwide by Ubisoft® and Midway.

Jorge & Guillermo Badolato created half of the multi-layered interactive in-game soundtrack, the music for most of the cutscenes of the game that and also did part of the music for promotion trailers for Wheelman.

The game has a hi-energy & frenetic action score featuring a mixture of actual Hollywood´s cinematic car chase films, blending powerful orchestral textures, techno-electronica, percussion and spanish/flamenco & electric guitars (recorded live by Guillermo Badolato).

“It's been a honnor for us to work with Midway on this title, there has been an excellent understanding with Craig Beattie (Wheelman´s Audio Director) right from the start. Working on a game such amazing as this one is a blast!” Said Jorge & Guillermo.

Craig Beattie, Wheelman Audio Director/Midway UK: "Working with Badolatomusic was a complete joy. They delivered 50% of the in-game musical scores for Wheelman and most of the cutscene music. There music fitted perfectly with the tense missions and atmosphere of the game. When things got tight and changes to cutscenes where needed they re-scored the music to fit, they delivered time and time again without one complaint. I highly recommend these guys as professional and accomplished musicians".

Wheelman it´s available for the Xbox 360, PLAYSTATION 3 and PC from March 24, 2009, in North America and March 27, 2009, in Europe.

Rhythm game 'Jammer' released on Xbox Community Games

Developer Kevin Albers announces the release of his new rhythm game 'Jammer' for the Xbox Live Community Games marketplace. Jammer is a rhythm game in which player's actions affect musical arrangements. It features ten original music tracks, and is playable with standard gamepads and guitar controllers.

“Jammer is the first step in creating a series of rhythm games and interactive musical experiences that put musical decision-making into the hands of game players. The core audio engine mixes music in real-time from multiple musical elements, opening up many types of interaction not usually found in rhythm games.

I remember when I first encountered rhythm games years ago, and was simultaneously impressed with the experience yet disappointed by the lack of player input into the music itself. I told myself that if I could, one day I'd make something similar that gave players at least some control over the music itself, as opposed to simply tapping along to something set in stone” - Kevin Albers

Free-to-play demo version of ZEN Pinball on PlayStation network May 14

ZEN Studios confirmed today that it will release a free-to-play demo version of ZEN Pinball on May 14, 2009 exclusively for PlayStation Network (PSN). The ZEN Pinball playable demo allows players to sample the high-speed action of the first pinball videogame ever to launch of PlayStation Network with one of the four original pinball tables from the full version of the game.

The full version of ZEN Pinball will also be available starting Thursday, May 14 exclusively through PlayStation Store for $9.99.

The studio also released five new screens of the demo table that can be viewed exclusively at kotaku.com.

“We have received huge success with our Pinball FX title on XBLA and fans around the world have been clamoring for a solid pinball title on PlayStation Network,” said Zsolt Kigyossy, managing director for ZEN Studios. “We’re pleased to offer a free sample pinball table that introduces players to the intense realistic pinball physics and mechanics that can be found in the full edition. If you enjoy arcade games this is definitely a title you’ll want to check out!”

In ZEN Pinball, flipper experts and arcade fans alike will experience the high-octane rush of arcade-style pinball with a variety of in-game missions, head-to-head online multi-player bouts and multi-day worldwide tournaments. In addition to the regular All-Time and Weekly scoreboards, ZEN Pinball features Score Speed, Best One Minute, and Multi-player Ranking scoreboards, letting players test their mettle against pinball players from all over the world!

Realtime Audio Adventure Soul Trapper - Preview demo version for iPhone and iPod Touch

Realtime Audio Adventures announced today that Soul Trapper: Preview, the demo version of the critically acclaimed Soul Trapper audio adventure game, is now available for Apple iPhone and iPod touch.

In the preview version, the player is introduced to the chilling adventure with the first four of the twenty-three chapters from the full version of the game.

“The Soul Trapper: Preview app is a great way to introduce players to the unique concept of audio adventures. The first four chapters give a thrilling glimpse of what’s to come,” said David Warhol, president of Realtime Audio Adventures. “As the game progresses, locations become more complex, the rich cast of characters expands, and a wide variety of audio puzzles interweave seamlessly with the story, requiring stereo perception, memorization, fast-action reflexes, and audio pattern matching to complete. Check it out and you’ll be drawn in!”

In Soul Trapper, players follow the turbulent life of Kane Pryce, a 27 year-old drifter who possesses a mysterious device known as the Soul Trap. The Soul Trap is a supernaturally-charged object that allows him to hunt down, capture, and send ghosts from the earthly realm to the afterlife. In this chilling adventure story, players help Kane unlock the mysteries surrounding a haunted church that stirs newfound emotions while navigating a maze of gangsters, dames, ghosts, and demons!

Today Realtime also kicked off a special limited time promotion for the full version of Soul Trapper. During the promotion, consumers who purchase the full version of the adventure title will enjoy a special price of $4.99, a drop from the standard cost of $7.99. To purchase the full version of Soul Trapper, please visit the App Store.

Developed by Realtime Associates for Realtime Audio Adventures, Soul Trapper: Preview is available for the iPhone and iPod touch free of charge, and can be downloaded via the App Store.

Dance Dance Revolution Hottest Party 2 on Nintendo Wii in June

DanceDanceRevolution Hottest Party 2 for Nintendo Wii out in June, both as a stand-alone title or bundled with the world-renowned dance mat peripheral.

DanceDanceRevolution HOTTEST PARTY 2 is the ultimate party game and invites players to earn points by matching a series of fast-moving arrows with the corresponding markings on the dance mat.

A stunning party-themed soundtrack and promotional videos accompany the action, with favourites such as ‘Umbrella’, ‘Walking on Sunshine’, and the Grease anthem ‘You’re The One That I Want’ amongst the varied playlist of 50 songs.

DanceDanceRevolution HOTTEST PARTY 2 also places larger emphasis on the exercise elements of the game, with a number of new Wii-specific elements added. In addition to moving on the dance mat, players use the Wii controllers to match upper body movement, while a dedicated Workout Mode invites users to set themselves time or calorie-based goals. Likewise, players can create a unique fitness playlist and create bespoke routines designed to offer challenging cardiovascular sessions.

The beauty of DanceDanceRevolution HOTTEST PARTY 2 is that anyone can join in. Tutorials will ease newcomers into the game, while a wide range of options and challenges ensure that, as the player grows more proficient, so the game can continue to push them, Multi-player fun is also guaranteed, with the Dance’n’Defend option pitting users against each other in no-holds-barred dance-offs! Play with a choice of characters, or even use your own Mii in the game!

The party starts in June – are you ready?

DanceDanceRevolution Hottest Party 2 will be re-released for Wii in June, as a bundle including a dance mat for about 59,95 Euro, and as a stand-alone for ca. 39,95 Euro.

ZUSHI to launch Yamaha Supercross on Nintendo DS and Nintendo Wii

Play as the promising younger brother of one of the biggest names in Supercross who was hospitalised in the final race of the World Championships by Team Nemeshisu. It's up to you to take your brother's place and avenge him by claiming the world title.

Join the amazing Team Yamaha and work your up through the ranks to become World Champion and take revenge on the evil Team Nemeshisu who hospitalised your brother.

• Championship Mode lets players take on three distinct Championship Series, each longer and harder than the last.
• Arcade Mode lets you choose the challenge as you select your bike, track, weather conditions and the number of opponents that you want to take on.
• Ghost Mode allows you to practice against your best lap time.
• Realistic tracks feature obstacles such as jumps, whoops and rhythm sections.
• Variable weather conditions will effect the handling and performance of the bikes.

Put on the bright lights for Coca-Cola on Baseball Superstars 2009

A new version of Baseball Superstars 2009 will show case a plethora of Coke branded stadium advertisements for the iPhone and iPod Touch.

GAMEVIL has agreed on a promotion deal with The Coca-Cola Company, the world’s largest beverage company, earlier this year in the Korean market, where the 245ml Cokes sold in Korea will promote mobile games from GAMEVIL.

Young Soo Choi, Senior Manager of New Business and Alliances from GAMEVIL comments, “The relationship with Coca-Cola has been phenomenal. We are extremely pleased with the strategic relationship in Korea so far, and wanted to further expand it worldwide. The in-game advertisement on Baseball Superstars 2009 is just a small beginning of the collaboration between the two parties.”

The Baseball Superstars series, GAMEVIL’s top franchise, has sold more than 9 million copies worldwide since its launch, establishing itself as one of the best mobile baseball games in the market.