Xbox 360 console connot handle Metal Gear Solid 4 video game engine

Metal Gear Solid - rising will use a new video game engine because the Xbox 360 con not handle th Metal Gear Solid 5 game engine.

Metal Gear Solid: Rising will be using a new engine that Kojima Productions Team needs to craft to compensate for the Xbox 360 and the PC version. The game can still look better than MGS4 in terms of graphics, but they’ll accomplish this feat by utilizing their tools and understanding of the hardware more. It also conveys the imagery that Rising won’t be your conventional MGS title as previous entries were. Games are always improving and it's expected that Rising will surpass MGS4. The real question is why couldn't Kojima just optimize the MGS4 engine and go from there?

Source: Examiner

Planet 51 video game of the movie, HD trailer

In close keeping with the storyline of the film, Planet 51 The Game gives players the chance to immerse themselves in the amazing world of Planet 51 whilst helping bumbling astronaut, Chuck and his new found alien friend, Lem, find their way back to Chucks spaceship. Not only will Planet 51 The Game relive memorable moments from the movie, but it also expands the vibrant Planet 51 universe with the inclusion of characters, environments and vehicles exclusive to the videogame. More on my blog

Microsoft announce Windows 7 to be released on October 22nd 2009

Microsoft's new PC operating system now has a final launch date. This week the company revealed that it will make Windows 7 available to the public on October 22. That should be a huge boost for the OS as new PCs will have it installed and ready for the busy holiday shopping season.

Microsoft decided to go ahead with the launch date following a good response to the already released release canidate version of Windows 7. Microsoft also plans to have a program where people who buy a Windows Vista PC close to the release of Windows 7 to upgrade to the new OS

Source: Microsoft

GI Joe The Rise of the Cobra HD video game trailer

For fans of all ages, 2009 is gearing up to become another watershed milestone in the timeless franchise by introducing even more new ways to engage, immerse and play within the G.I. JOE universe. The G.I. JOE video game will feature an exclusive storyline that picks up where the live-action movie leaves off, allowing players to re-create and re-live the greatest moments from the film, cartoon series and action figure toy line.



The game will feature 12 G.I. JOE characters, each with unique abilities and weapons. Adding to the adrenaline rush will be an intense single-screen co-op mode allowing two players to easily unite as a team in a classic struggle between good and evil as they work together to defeat the powers of the COBRA organization. The G.I. JOE video game is under development for Xbox 360 videogame and entertainment system, PLAYSTATION 3 computer entertainment system, Wii, PlayStation 2, PSP (PlayStation Portable), Nintendo DS, and mobile devices.

Dantes Inferno HD video game trailer- Alighieris depiction of Hell

EAs Dantes Inferno tells an adapted story that focuses on delivering a blockbuster 3rd person action game experience while bringing Alighieris depiction of Hell to the medium. Players assume the role of Dante, who descends into Hell after returning home to find his beloved Beatrice murdered, with Lucifer seducing her soul into the underworld. Dante sets out on a rescue mission to save Beatrice, but he soon realizes he is also in Hell to face his own demons and ultimately to redeem himself.



Players will take Dante through nine unique circles of Hell as mapped out and described by Alighieri: limbo, lust, gluttony, greed, anger, heresy, violence, fraud and treachery. Each circle will showcase its own distinct look, with demons, monsters, damned and geography that are crafted straight from the poems vivid descriptions.

To take down the demons of Hell, Dante is outfitted with two primary weapons: the Scythe he takes from Death and the Holy Cross given to him by Beatrice, which has spiritual powers that will help Dante collect souls and spells from the creatures he defeats on his journey. The game also features a deep upgrade system so gamers can customize their abilities to their specific gameplay style, something theyll need as Dante comes face to face with Hells fiercest beasts and bosses. If successful, Dante will be able to tame certain beasts, exacting their will and turning Hells punishments back on itself.

Built on the same technology as the award-winning Dead Space, Dantes Inferno will deliver a fast, fluid and responsive combat experience running at 60 frames per second, a must-have for the action adventure genre. The game is being built by Visceral Games, with the same attention to polish the studio has become known for with Dead Space.

Bill Lee's Out Of The Park Baseball 10 video game Fact Sheet

Out Of The Park Baseball 10 is the 10th installment of the award-winning baseball management simulation game. The game will add more features to an already unparalleled feature set and improve already existing ones. With an improved artificial intelligence, which results the most realistic baseball management experience, Out Of The Park Baseball 10 continues the tradition of innovative management simulations.

Out Of The Park Baseball 10 includes a brand new never before seen 90 minute interview with Red Sox Hall of Fame Pitcher Bill ‘The Spaceman’ Lee. The celebrated pitcher provides his unique insight into baseball management, history, and tips on how to build a World Series caliber team.

Some of the new features are outlined below

• All new Bill “The Spaceman Lee” 90 minute interview
• 2009 Major League Rosters
• Reworked Pitching System
• Customizable In-Game Screen
• Improved In-Game AI
• Enhanced Play-By-Play
• Inaugural Draft With Budgets
• Improved Arbitration
• Improved Free Agent Compensation
• Improved Player Evaluation AI
• Improved Injury System
• Minor League Disabled Lists
• Optional Reserve Roster Limit
• More News Stories
• eMail Support in Online Leagues
• Improved Historical Simulation

Operation Sports - OOTP 9 wins 'Text-Simulation of the Year 2008' award

PC Gamer UK - OOTP 9 is 'Remarkably detailed'

apple.com: 'OOTP 9 lets you play with history to your heart's content'

Gamespot - OOTP 9 gets a 8.5/10: 'One of the most in-depth sports manage¬ment simulations ever made'

Operation Sports - OOTP 9 gets a 9/10: 'a worthy improvement to an excellent series.'

Gameshark - OOTP 9 is Editor's Choice: 'Every facet of building and running a complete baseball universe is included in this game.'

Gamespy - OOTP 9 scores 4 out of 5

Mega Man Star Force 3 Black Ace and Red Joker video game trailer

Mega Man Star Force returns in the most thrilling series adventure yet, delivering totally upgraded and cutting-edge online communication and device customization technologies through a portable RPG adventure that is brought to life in the iconic, action-driven Mega Man way! New to the series are “Noise Changes,” random enhancements that change Mega Man’s form and unlock new abilities. There are more than 100 transformations possible. Mega Man Star Force 3 will be available in two versions, Red Joker and Black Ace, each with their own unique Noise Types.



Developed by the team behind the popular Mega Man Battle Network series, Mega Man Star Force 3 picks up after the end of the last game. Geo Stelar and the rest of the gang are back in an all new adventure. With the advancement of the EM wave technology and other scientific advancements like the materialized executable program called “Wizard,” a malicious virus that threatens to take over the system. The side-effect is a high percentage of “Noise” that our hero will have to contend with. How can Geo Steler and his friends fight with the threat of “Meteor G” closing in on Earth? Moreover, what power can Mega Man harness by using the “Noise Change” system which controls the power of “Noise”?

Mega Man Star Force 3 blends a unique formula of RPG exploration elements with fast-paced action, as players travel and battle between coexisting worlds, the physical world and the virtual Wave World. Players will encounter enemies in the virtual Wave World and battle them on three-by-five battle grids with their Battle Card deck. Mega Man Star Force 3 also adds a new feature called “Rezon,” which allow players to fill in profiles about battles and their team name/symbol.

Tales of Vesperia exclusive video trailer - Never Before Seen Trailer Hits the Official European Website

NAMCO BANDAI announce an exclusive new trailer for acclaimed role-playing title Tales of Vesperia created especially for Europe and the PAL regions and available only on the official European website at www.talesofvesperia.eu. With its widescreen narrative and engrossing gameplay, Tales of Vesperia is scheduled for release in Europe and the PAL regions on 26th June 2009 exclusively for the Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft.

Exclusive to Europe and the PAL regions, and featuring a mix of cinematic cut-scenes and exclusive footage from in-game battles, the thrilling new trailer will also reveal the special attacks of the lead characters as used against a series of monsters, all set in a selection of the game’s varied and beautiful environments.

The trailer is available exclusively on the official European website for Tales of Vesperia, which features a host of detailed game information and visual treats including trailers, screenshots, wallpapers and icons. Visitors will be able to immerse themselves in the game’s universe by learning about the characters, story, game universe, battle systems and even how to get the best of the cooking gameplay, a signature feature of the game series which fans and newcomers alike will enjoy.

The first high-definition installment of the renowned Tales role-playing series, Tales of Vesperia brings a decade of gameplay heritage and storytelling pedigree to Xbox 360. Featuring an action-packed real-time battle system, players can chain together powerful attacks to create combos on the fly and give detailed commands to the rest of their party to create cohesive battle strategies. All-new battle features such as Fatal Strikes, Burst Artes and a multi-stage Over Limit provide more tactical depth to each encounter, while series traditions such as cooking and skits return with new twists to delight longtime fans.

For Tales of Vesperia game information, videos, screenshots and more, please visit the official European website at www.talesofvesperia.eu.

Scratch The Ultimate DJ website goes live

In anticipation of the upcoming release of Scratch: The Ultimate DJ, Genius Products, Inc., and Numark Industries, the world's leading manufacturer of DJ technology, unveiled the new Scratch: The Ultimate DJ interactive website today. Gamers are encouraged to sign up and join the online community where they will be the first to receive updates and news about the game and have access to unique content as the game prepares to hit retailers. The new Scratch: The Ultimate DJ Web site can be found here: www.scratchvideogame.com/

In conjunction with the launch of the new website, Genius Products has released a new video detailing the making of the Numark SCRATCH DECK.

The website will feature:

* Links to Scratch's social networks on Facebook, MySpace, Twitter and YouTube
* Making of video by Numark about the SCRATCH DECK and its functionalities
* Galleries with in-game screenshots and unique concept art
* Character pages for all of the playable DJ's


Scratch: The Ultimate DJ combines free-form DJ tricks with great rhythm game play similar to top-selling rhythm games. Scratch: The Ultimate DJ is set in distinctive urban environments and will feature songs from the biggest names in Hip-Hop.

Dwight Howard on cover of NBA Live 10 video game

Electronic Arts announce today that Orlando Magic center, Dwight Howard, will be the cover athlete for NBA LIVE 10. A three-time NBA All-Star, Howard is currently looking to lead the Magic franchise to their first NBA Championship. The No. 1 pick of the 2004 NBA Draft was the 2009 NBA Defensive Player of the Year presented by Kia Motors, an All-NBA First Team selection the last two seasons, and stole the show at the 2008 NBA Sprite Slam Dunk Contest with his superhero antics.



Additionally, Howard was the starting center of the 2008 U.S. Basketball Men’s Senior National Team which won the gold medal at the Olympics in Beijing. NBA LIVE 10 is currently in development under the EA SPORTS brand by EA Canada in Vancouver, B.C. and will be available worldwide this October.
“It’s an honor to be named as the cover athlete for NBA LIVE 10,” said Howard. “This year has been a crazy ride and this is a cool way to cap it off. Of course - there is one more thing I’m on the hunt for that would complete it.”
Featuring several innovations to the core gameplay experience and online game modes, NBA LIVE 10 is bringing a renewed focus to the long-running EA SPORTS basketball franchise. The groundbreaking Dynamic DNA service, driven by Synergy Sports Technology, will make a return in NBA LIVE 10, with significant improvements that will allow players to connect their game to the NBA season like never before.
Along with Howard, regional NBA LIVE 10 cover athletes for France, Spain and the UK will be named at a later date.
The NBA LIVE franchise has graced multiple generations of consoles for over 15 years, and has sold more than 35 million units lifetime. The game will be available for the PLAYSTATION 3 computer entertainment system, PSP (PlayStationPortable) system, and Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft. The game has not yet been rated by the ESRB.