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Wednesday, July 07, 2010

How To Gather More From 'TLBB' Video Game

TLBB screenshot
Why is it that some gamers are more concerned with the look of an MMO character, than the look of disgust on their girlfriend’s face when hours of game-play have passed by? Ironic how a game can gather more attention than a carefully planned crafting fest, no?

That said, crafting has become one of the fastest growing trends among TLBB communities and with more options for items to be had ‘in-game’, players of this popular Chinese MMO are growing from strength-to-strength and reaping the rewards of their dedication to life skills.

Video game 'Bin Weevils' launches 3D real-time simulation garden

Bin Weevils logo
Fall in and flip out! Bin Weevils, the UK's leading virtual world for kids, is expanding again with the much-anticipated addition of Bin Gardens for every weevil to tend. This summer, the Bin is buzzing about the launch of the Gardens. Weevils will be able to cultivate all kinds of zany flora, from snapping Venus Flytraps to Dancing Daisies and gigantic mushrooms. They might even grow their own weevil zombie!

'Battle Dawn' Video Game Receives Major Content Update

Battle Dawn screenshot
Tacticsoft Ltd., a publisher and developer of free-to-play browser-based online games, today announced that its flagship title, Battle Dawn, has received a major update. The update adds new features that the community has been asking for, ranging from new ways to analyze statistics after a battle, to new music and design features.

Video Game 'Serious Sam HD: Second Encounter' multiplayer free-for-all is free this weekend on Steam

Serious Sam HD screenshot
In an effort to spread the Gospel of Sam to those non-believers who still haven’t bathed in the redeeming light of high-definition, Croteam has decided to allow the few remaining heathens to partake in the visual delights of Serious Sam HD: The Second Encounter’s over-the-top multiplayer modes. From July 8 through July 11, Steam users around the world will be able to play all the brilliant new modes of multiplayer fun with up to 16-playeres.

'Worms 2: Armageddon' Video Game Receives Battle Pack Update

Worms 2 Armageddon logo
New single-player content:

• Warzone Campaign – 30 all-new single-player Deathmatches (with an additional Achievement for completion)
• Body Count Single Player Mode (one level per theme and one random level)
• 7 Body Count Leaderboards

Video Game “Music on: Retro Keyboard” for DSiWare

Music on: Retro Keyboard logo
“Music on: Retro Keyboard” for Nintendo DSiWareTM will be available for the Americas next Monday July 12th, priced at only 200 Nintendo DSi Points.

“One will be able to perform the soundtrack of the best classic video games how they originally sounded” - said Alberto Gonzalez, producer at Abylight and responsible for over 40 original video game soundtracks since 1989 - “It is perfect for retro lovers”.

Tuesday, July 06, 2010

Update released for iPhone video game 'Bug Control'

Bug Control logo
Tactile Entertainment, the indie developer behind recent iPhone hits Pocket Creatures and Crazy Test, announced its newest free update for their lovable pet simulator, bringing the count to three since its successful debut in May. The update features a new mini-game called “Bug Control”, taking inspiration from classic App Store line-drawing hits, and boasts a slew of new achievements and more to go along with it.

GameCity festival to be held at the Japanese Embassy in London

GameCity advert
GameCity, the World’s best-loved video games festival, with the National Video game Archive, both initiatives of Nottingham Trent University’s Centre for Contemporary Play, have announced an evening of video games discussion at the Japanese Embassy in London. The event is strictly by invitation only. All attendees must bring a valid form of photo ID and their booking details. Entry is 18+ only.

Intense Multiplayer First Person Shooter 'Archetype' Video Game Blasts onto iPhone App Store from Villain

Archetype screenshot
Villain, an independent producer and publisher of portable game titles, announces the release of Archetype, its intense new online multiplayer first-person shooter game developed exclusively for iPhone and iPod touch, is now available in the App Store. A full-featured online FPS, Archetype brings a new breed of mobile mayhem to the iPhone - particularly iPhone 4 - and iPhone touch platforms worldwide with multiplayer deathmatches with teams, experience points, and player ranks for the player-friendly price of £1.79.

Video Game 'Tournament Legends' Released On Nintendo Wii

Tournament Legends screenshot
Sega of America, Inc., today announced that Tournament of Legends is now available in stores. The Wii exclusive weapon and magic based 3D-fighter features epic battles in fantastic fighting arenas where players will wield mythical blade weapons, launch 40 magic attacks, and dodge giant mythological creatures that protect the battle lairs. In intense one and two-player fights, players master a range of character and weapon based magic attacks; including unleashing, amongst others, a man-eating lion, Jupiter’s Storm, Thor’s Fury and a nest of venomous snakes. No other Wii weapon fighting game offers this much variety and challenge. Tournament of Legends is available for $29.95 (MSRP).

“We have 10 devastating weapon sets that can be used across multiple characters and 30 incredible enchantments that enhance the combat with a magical flare. Additionally, the game features lots of unlockable content including new characters, weapons, and enchantments that are all unlocked through gameplay. When you couple this with our highly customizable controls and the ability to use the Nintendo Classic controller; we are offering many new features that no other fighting game offers in the Wii market. We set out to offer Wii-gamers a fighting game that was built from the ground up for them; allowing you to choose your character, weapon set, enhancement, and do battle the way you want to” said Eric Nofsinger, Chief Creative Officer at High Voltage Software.

For more information about the game, please visit http://www.tournamentlegendswii.com

For assets, please visit www.sega-press.com

Product Info

Genre Action – 3D Weapon Fighting

Players 1-2

Platform Nintendo Wii

Developer High Voltage Software

Publisher SEGA

MSRP $29.95

Rating Teen

Release July 6th

Website http://www.tournamentlegendswii.com/