Kidz Sports Crazy Mini Golf 2 video game on Nintendo Wii

Data Design Interactive (DDI) – a successful video games publisher and games developer – are pleased to announce the highly anticipated sequel to Kidz Sports: Crazy Mini Golf 1 which has sold over 250,000 units on the Nintendo Wii. This is another technology lead by DDI, and it will be available exclusively for Nintendo Wii in North America and Europe in the 4th Quarter of 2009.

Kidz Sports: Crazy Mini Golf 2, Developed by Data Design Interactive will be exclusively for the Nintendo Wii and will support the new Motion Plus Controller for the most realistic and accurate putting movement. Totally fluid instant feedback, wherever you swing your putter, your on-screen character follows; lift, turn, twist, swing, every detailed swing of your putter is accurately replicated in real time. It works for both left and right handed players.

Designed in collaboration with crazy golf champions, Crazy Mini Golf 2 is the perfect Wii family gaming experience. Hot on the heels of the original, Crazy Mini Golf 2 is a larger-than-life, party game that mimics the action and excitement of this popular sport.

Become fully immersed in the atmosphere of each environment with vibrant visual effects and awe-inspiring locations. With 72 of the craziest holes spread over four different worlds ranging from the spooky Halloween World, the ancient ruins of Egypt, the excitement of the Fun Fair and the cool Ice Age you’ll have hours of fun putting your way around each course.

Using the new Wii Motion Plus controller, Crazy Mini Golf 2 presents a realism that has until now not been possible, this is the most realistic and fluid golfing experience available anywhere.

The intuitive controls will make a great game for beginners and a fun challenge for the more experienced player, providing a rich, newly designed, casual golf game that revolutionises the way video game golf is played. Crazy Mini Golf 2 ‘putts’ the player in total control of the club!

Create your own unique avatars to play in game using the ‘NuYu’ character editor.
There is no limit to the amount of crazy characters you can create, with buckets of customizable features ranging from hairstyles, clothing, hats, glasses and much, much more!

Develop your career as a pro or challenge your friends in the Multiplayer mode featuring game play designed specifically to get players together for a fun experience. You can also play to beat your previous records or the current champions. The more skilled a golfer you become, the more challenge there is to keep beating your old records!

Feel the unmatched fun and intensity of the game with intuitive game play. Bringing you a fun, active and easy to play experience that family and friends can enjoy in the comfort of their own living room!


Features:

* 72 larger-than-life holes with bright colourful interactive levels
* Four exciting new courses including Funfair, Ice Age, Halloween and Egyptian Pyramids.
* Engage in single player or multiplayer tournaments to see who is the ultimate crazy golf champion? (up to 4 Wii Remotes at once)
* Special focus on the competitive Multi-Player experience. Play with up to 4 friends or family.
* Single-Player Tournament Mode – Hone your skills in the single player challenge.
* Fully immersive Wii Motion Plus technology turns the Wii Remote controller into a virtual putter.
* Intuitive and incredibly easy to pick-up-and-play control design that brings the game to life like never before for both casual and more advanced players.
* Create and customise your own unique golfing character with the amazing NuYu editor, compatible with NuYu’s from Crazy mini golf 1.
* Successful play allows for the unlocking of new character costumes, and courses.
* On-screen information describes the control method in a simple way for players of all ages.
* Immersive stylized graphic environments and characters with sound that enhances the game play experience.

Watch rally stars in their cars in the new Colin McRae - DiRT 2 video

Stunning Rally gameplay and amazing real world racing footage come together as Codemasters today launched the Colin McRae - DiRT 2 ‘Rally Rally Good’ video, now available to view at www.dirt2game.com.



Focussing on some of the core Rally events in Colin McRae - DiRT 2, the new video captures the unique exhilaration of rally driving and includes officially licensed vehicles, such as the Mitsubishi EVO X, the Subaru Impreza STI and the Colin McRae R4, tackling dramatic stages across three continents. Real world footage also captures a new generation of off-road stars, including Ken Block, Dave Mirra and Travis Pastrana, pushing their cars to the limit.

Driven by the latest generation of the award-winning EGO Engine and set to deliver a peerless rally experience, Colin McRae: DiRT 2 features a revamped handling system that incorporates full weight transfer on vehicles, enabling players to perform advance rally techniques like the Scandinavian Flick. Pace notes, written by Citroen C2R2 Champion Co-Driver 2009 George Gwynn, guide players through each challenging stage, with gamers able to choose from either an American or British Co-Driver and a choice of two call systems. Staggered starts, thousands of spectators and authentic changes in terrain make for spectacular stages and prove out why rally is the pinnacle of off-road autosport.

Colin McRae: DiRT 2’s World Tour career mode lets players choose their own path through the game, whether they decide to focus on their favourite discipline or sample the full range of exciting off-road racing on offer. Set to take racing games to a new level, gamers take on over 100 stunning events, including aggressive, multi-vehicle races and intense solo challenges set in the most diverse and demanding real-world environments. From the muddy tracks of the Malaysian rainforest to spectator-packed stadiums in London and Los Angeles, racers will compete in contemporary off-road race disciplines covering Rallycross, Trailblazer, Raid, Landrush, and Rally.

Complete with full head-to-head competitive online play, get ready for the ultimate off-road competition when Colin McRae: DiRT 2 launches September 8th (US), 10th (EPAC), 11th (UK) for the Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, PLAYSTATION 3 computer entertainment system, Nintendo Wii, Nintendo DS and PSP (PlayStation Portable) system. A Games For Windows LIVE edition will follow with support for DirectX 11.

Supreme Ruler 2020 GOLD video game set for Domination on PC!

Paradox Interactive announce the release date of its upcoming war strategy title, Supreme Ruler 2020 GOLD. Developed by Battlegoat Studios, Supreme Ruler 2020 GOLD includes Supreme Ruler 2020 and official expansion Global Crisis.

In Supreme Ruler 2020, it is up to the player to lead a nation in a world that has fallen into anarchy. In Global Crisis, players face an even more devastating and realistic experience through a sandbox-style campaign that takes into account real-world headlines for a chilling portrayal of tomorrow’s chaotic world.

Grab control of one of more than 250 territories from around the world, in a sandbox-style campaign that incorporates real-world headlines for a chilling glimpse of a world on the brink of World War III.

Features:
• Over 30 scenarios spread across the original campaign and the thrilling expansion as players march towards World War III
• Control one of more than 250 territories from around the world in single-player or multiplayer modes
• Use high-resolution NASA satellite imagery to manage your sprawling empire
• Control hundreds of actual military vehicles using a sophisticated tactical command system
• Realistic world using detailed diplomatic, economic, and political models
• Great flexibility, either through modding or a limitlessly customizable Super Sandbox mode

Supreme Ruler 2020 GOLD will be available for purchase in retail stores and via digital distribution channels on September 18.

For more information, please visit the Supreme Ruler 2020 official website http://www.paradoxplaza.com/SupremeRuler2020 or http://www.battlegoat.com

Heroes of Gaia video game closed Beta Launch! Free to play game invites registrations

Snail Game, a leading game developer in China, has today announced the closed beta launch of their free-to-play fantasy MMORPG Heroes of Gaia. Registration is closed but players can enter the beta by collecting a beta key through various sources, including the community pages set up for the game at Facebook and Twitter.

Current Snail Passport holders or beta key holders can proceed to play the beta at http://play.heroesofgaia.com. Members of the gaming press, editors or owners of gaming portals may contact us to receive a beta key for review or coverage purposes.

American Golfer shoot for a fortune with Shot online world championship cash prize contest

Shot-Online Players Take Things Offline To Compete Face-to-Face For a Chance To Win Thousands in Cash Prizes-North American Preliminary Begins August 20th

San Jose-based online game publisher, Gamescampus.com (www.gamescampus.com, run by OnNet USA), announced today the upcoming dates for the North American preliminaries and the results of the European preliminaries in the World Championship for its golf game, Shot-Online.

Shot-Online has once again been chosen as an official game of 2009 GNGWC (Game and Game World Championship). The tournament is a unique opportunity for Shot-Online players to take their online golfing experience offline, giving them a chance to compete face-to-face with their fellow Shot-Online players across the world. Gamescampus and GNGWC are offering thousands in cash prizes, with the best Shot-Online players also winning a trip to Korea for the final.

The GNGWC qualifying event For North American Shot-Online gamers will take place August 20th through August 26th. The winners at that preliminary will then move on to the regional final which occur in mid-September. The North American regional winners will join winners from Korea, Japan, Europe and South America at the finals in Korea in November where they will compete for $5,000 USD in cash prizes.

The European preliminaries and regional finals were held in Germany with more than 500 players competing in Shot-Online. In the regional final held at the Leipzig games convention on July 31. four finalists from the European region were selected: Silver, Mitschel, Maddy_02 and Godewind (their in-game IDs). Matthias Bohm, the 3rd place winner said "I am very happy about being one of the top 4 winners. But the best part of the tournament was that I could meet many other players through the game."

"We saw a great response from our European gamers who came out to compete in the preliminary. There are some very talented golfers in our community," said Tony Liu, Producer of Shot Online at Gamescampus.com. "Since North America is by far our biggest market, we expect an even bigger turnout and we are excited for the competition to begin!"

The GNGWC is hosted by KIPA (the Korean SW Industry Promotion Agency) and sponsored by the Korean Ministry of Culture and Tourism.
Shot-Online has been a part of the annual tournament since its inception. Multiple countries will take place in the tournament; including Europe, North America, South America, Korea and Japan. Each will hold local contests with the final global match being held in Korea this November where 16 lucky finalists will compete for the grand prize.

Shot-Online players can sign up by going to GamesCampus' official Shot-Online website (http://shotonline.gamescampus.com).

Mini Ninjas demo out this Wednesday, August 19th!

The Mini Ninjas demo, which will be available on Xbox 360 entertainment system, PlayStation 3 entertainment system and PC, takes you on an exciting journey to feudal Japan where you join Hiro, Futo and Suzume on their biggest ninja adventure ever as they embark on an epic and electrifying quest to restore harmony to a world on the brink of chaos.



The PC demo is available for download from the official website www.minininjas.com at 10 CET, Xbox 360 demo is available on the same day via Xbox LIVE Marketplace and the PlayStation 3 demo is available through PlayStation Network on Thursday the 20th of August.

You can also get your free PC demo from the Sqaure Enix’s booth at GamesCom at (B54 in Hall 6) starting from Wednesday morning.

Mini Ninjas will be released from 8th of September across North America, 11th of September in the United Kingdom and PAL territories and 9th of October in France and Germany and will be available on Wii, Nintendo DS, Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, Games for Windows and PlayStation 3 computer entertainment system.

The game will be published in Europe and PAL territories by Eidos Interactive and co-published in North America by Eidos, Inc. and Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment.

Learn more about Mini Ninjas at the official webpage: www.minininjas.com and join the fan group on Facebook.

IGG's Newest Creation, '100 Year War' Unveiled at GDC Europe

IGG (www.igg.com), one of the largest Free2Play MMORPG publisher/developers in the United States, debuts its newest masterpiece, 100 Year War, at the Game Developers Conference Europe (GDC), held from August 17-19, 2009 in Cologne, Germany.

100 Year War is a historic MMORPG inspired by the legendary battle between Britain and France in the middle ages. Developed by IGG using Unreal 3D engine, 100 Year War takes players back in time with vivid graphics, cinematic narrations and detailed storylines. Set among the grandeur of medieval Europe, this new 3D MMORPG places you in the midst of a struggle that has endured since the dawn of time. As the battle plays out between the 2 proud countries, players will hold the key to deciding the fate of their chosen nation.

IGG’s developers will personally present 100 Year War for the first time to all the pioneers in the Free2play MMORPG industry, where developers from all over the world can get a sneak peek into this epic piece. Currently, IGG is actively seeking international partnerships to publish these new titles for the European market.

Iceberg Interactive Acquires European Publishing Rights for the action fighting video game Zeno Clash!

Up and coming videogame publisher Iceberg Interactive today announced that it has acquired the European publishing rights to the PC action/fighting game “Zeno Clash”, from Santiago, Chile, based videogame developer ACE Team. Scheduled for retail release throughout Europe in Q4-2009, Zeno Clash is a unique fighting game mixed with FPS elements. The gameplay has a strong focus on melee fighting blended with ranged combat using unconventional weapons.

Nominated for 'Excellence in Visual Art' at the Independent Games Festival, the spectacular graphics and visual style breathes new life into the fantasy game genre. The innovative close combat mechanics are also a deviation from traditional action in the first-person genre that will feel fresh for new and veteran players alike. Zeno Clash is set in the punk fantasy world of Zenozoik, a land of exotic places and bizarre creatures. Players take on the role of Ghat, a man banished by his own brothers and forced to begin a desperate journey for survival through the forbidden desert and to the end of the world.

Erik Schreuder, CEO of Iceberg Interactive said: “Zeno Clash is a major accomplishment by the ‘indie’ developers of ACE Team and it has rightfully received worldwide acclaim and has won many awards already. We are therefore thrilled to be publishing the game throughout Europe in the upcoming fall. With its wonderfully colourful and truly amazing environments and addictive first person melee and ranged combat, Zeno Clash is a jaw dropping trip, a true experience that will stick with gamers forever. This is one not to be missed by anyone.”

Andres Bordeu, cofounder of ACE Team said: “We’re extremely happy to have partnered with Iceberg Interactive to bring Zeno Clash to the retail market in Europe. We’re certain that through their experience and passion for games, Zeno Clash will reach a broader audience that is eager to experience new and unique games. We’re confident that Zeno Clash is in excellent hands.”

Reviewer comments:

IGN – “Zeno Clash sticks with you long after you play it, and that's a compliment many games aspire to have associated with them.” - 84%

PC Gamer - A completely welcome contrast to anything you've ever played, supported by the most intense first-person fisticuffs we've seen in a game.” - 84%

EUROGamer – “…It's beautiful, brutal and, in many ways, brilliant.” - 8/10

AceGamez – “…Zeno Clash is a sterling example of how to make a game. Graphics, sound and gameplay merge perfectly to make this more of an experience than just a game.” - 9/10

Key features:

• Engaging melee combat in first person:
The combat in Zeno Clash is up, close & personal. The new melee combat system allows players to perform a variety of movements like deflect & elude combos, knockback finisher punches and punishing grab attacks. The depth of the combat system will put player's skills to the test. Learn new attacks as the game progresses and confronts you with more formidable foes.

• Fantastic visuals powered by the source engine:
Players will be immersed in a fantastic world, beautiful and disturbing at the same time. The unprecedented art style brings a fresh new approach to the first person genre. The surreal environments and characters will keep player's wanting to discover more.

• Survival mode challenges:
Jump right into the action in engaging unlockable "tower challenges". The player must overcome enemy waves to progress through the tower levels. The game will rate the player in different categories like speed and performance. A leaderboards system will rank you against your friends, so the challenge never ends.

• Deep storyline:
Zeno Clash is a story driven game. Player's will play the role of Ghat; the son of a impressive hermaphrodite creature called Father-Mother, whose children form the most powerful clan in the city of Halstedom. Ghat must escape from his family and start an incredible journey with his female companion Deadra, who will aid him in the dangerous lands of Zenozoik.

• Bizarre weapons:
An unusual arsenal of weapons is available for those who can manage to keep the enemy at a range. The eccentric weapons are built from scraps and junk, but they are most effective when used properly. Hammers and clubs will be the most effective when fighting heavy characters that can only be brought down with extreme force.

• Beautiful soundtrack:
The beautiful musical score is as varied as the game's settings. The original soundtrack will keep players immersed in the different environments and key parts of the story.

For more information on Zeno Clash, visit www.iceberg-interactive.com and keep up with the latest breaking news.

Become a Football expert with RTL Sports: Football Genius The Ultimate Quiz on Xbox LIVE Arcade - download now!

RTL Sports unites fans of the leather ball worldwide: The new Football Genius – The Ultimate Quiz announced by the sports label of the publisher RTL interactive, Germany, promises sociable multiplayer fun focusing on the world's most popular sport. The entertaining Football quiz is due to be released for Xbox LIVE Arcade in the autumn of 2009, and will be available world-wide from Xbox LIVE Marketplace.

Football Genius – The Ultimate Quiz gets underway with a brilliant kick-off. With six Football packs about the international, English, French, German, Italian, and Spanish Football worlds, and with more than 3,500 different questions, up to four players get to score. From general know-how about Football down to true insider questions, the quiz challenges players' knowledge of all things related to the vast world of Football.

Virtual Football aficionados will have no trouble keeping up with their heroes in the various game varieties. Playing against the clock in "Kick-Off" mode, or risking it all in "Foul Play" - Football fans get to experience far more than just 90 minutes' worth of fun, and test their sports knowledge in nine different game modes with sensational features.

Beginners and advanced players will not only be able to turn pro online: The offline mode of Football Genius – The Ultimate Quiz provides entertainment for the whole family. The quiz supports Xbox 360 Buzzers for a genuine stadium atmosphere in the players' own living rooms.

Football Genius – The Ultimate Quiz was developed by South African studio I-Imagine Interactive. Located in Johannesburg, I-Imagine Interactive is the first independent developing studio on the African continent. In 2000, I-Imagine Interactive was the first developer world-wide to be accepted into the Microsoft Incubator promotion program in order to develop a stunt racing title for Xbox.

Football Genius – The Ultimate Quiz will be released for Xbox LIVE Arcade in the autumn of 2009, and can be downloaded from Xbox LIVE Marketplace.

Fairytale Fights video game coming to PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 on October 27th

Playlogic announce that Fairytale Fights will be available in retail stores nationwide October 27th for Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, PlayStation 3 computer entertainment system.

Using the Unreal 3 Engine like you’ve never seen it, Fairytale Fights takes popular characters and tales from the pantheon of well known fairytales and turns them on their heads as players must fight their way through hordes of bloodthirsty enemies on a quest to restore their own personal honor and re-establish peace in the land of fairytales.

Inspired by twisted cartoons like Happy Tree Friends and Itchy and Scratchy, and featuring a wildly colorful and distinct art style, players can cooperatively complete quests in the single-player storyline or compete in chaotic multiplayer battle with up to 4 players.

Additional Game Features:
• Dynamic Slicing – Playlogic’s proprietary mechanic allows players to cut anything off of any enemy anywhere in real time, rendering repetitive collision-based canned animations a thing of the past.
• Volumetric Liquid System – Blood, acid, vomit and goop, it’s all rendered in real time allowing for any liquid to naturally combine with any other (often to hilarious ends), as well as real time trails, footprints and slipping to occur in the bloody mess.
• Co-op for up to 4 players.
• Over 100 weapons.
• One of the most distinctly unique uses of the Unreal 3 Engine on the market.
• Deep and interactive downloadable content to be released on a regular basis post launch.

In addition to its North American release, Fairytale Fights will launch in Europe on October 23rd for Xbox 360 and PLAYSTATION 3. Fairytale Fights will launch on PC in 2010. Fairytale Fights is pending rating from the ESRB.