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Friday, January 12, 2007
Final Fantasy XII Release Date
Final Fantasy XII will be released on 23rd February 2007.
The latest title in one of Square Enix’s most beloved franchises will be released across all territories exclusively on the PlayStation2 computer entertainment system.
The game has already received Edge magazine’s Best Game award 2006, with over 4 million copies already sold in other territories, we are looking forward to launching it to our fans in Europe and around the world.”
Since its debut in 1987, the Final Fantasy series has sold over 70 million units worldwide. With its cutting-edge visuals, unique worlds and intricate narrative, Final Fantasy has defined the role-playing genre and continues to be adored by fans around the globe.
The latest title in one of Square Enix’s most beloved franchises will be released across all territories exclusively on the PlayStation2 computer entertainment system.
The game has already received Edge magazine’s Best Game award 2006, with over 4 million copies already sold in other territories, we are looking forward to launching it to our fans in Europe and around the world.”
Since its debut in 1987, the Final Fantasy series has sold over 70 million units worldwide. With its cutting-edge visuals, unique worlds and intricate narrative, Final Fantasy has defined the role-playing genre and continues to be adored by fans around the globe.
The Story
Enter an age where magic is commonplace and airships fill the skies, crowding out the heavens. A young orphan named Vaan dreams of escaping his life on the streets of
Rabanastre and piloting an airship of his own. Against the backdrop of the war engulfing the kingdom of Dalmasca, Vaan meets Princess Ashe, the sole surviving heir to the Dalmascan throne, long thought dead. Together, they will embark on an incredible journey through Ivalice. The choices they make will determine the very fate of the world.
World of Warcraft - 8 Million Subscribers
Player population in North America now exceeds 2 million, while Europe and China pass the 1.5 million player and 3.5 million player marks, respectively.
World of Warcraft has also achieved new regional subscriber milestones, with more than 2 million players in North America, more than 1.5 million players in Europe, and more than 3.5 million players in China.
World of Warcraft will soon see the launch of its first expansion, World of Warcraft: The Burning Crusade, which will be available in North America and Europe on January 16, 2007. The expansion will be available in Korea, Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, and Thailand the same week, with availability in mainland China and the regions of Taiwan, Hong Kong, and Macau to be announced at a later date. The Burning Crusade will add a tremendous amount of new content to the game, including an entire new continent to explore; an increase in the level cap up to 70, complete with new talents and abilities; flying mounts; new quests, creatures, and items; new dungeons; two new playable races; a new profession; and more.
World of Warcraft has also achieved new regional subscriber milestones, with more than 2 million players in North America, more than 1.5 million players in Europe, and more than 3.5 million players in China.
World of Warcraft will soon see the launch of its first expansion, World of Warcraft: The Burning Crusade, which will be available in North America and Europe on January 16, 2007. The expansion will be available in Korea, Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, and Thailand the same week, with availability in mainland China and the regions of Taiwan, Hong Kong, and Macau to be announced at a later date. The Burning Crusade will add a tremendous amount of new content to the game, including an entire new continent to explore; an increase in the level cap up to 70, complete with new talents and abilities; flying mounts; new quests, creatures, and items; new dungeons; two new playable races; a new profession; and more.
Armed Assault Squad Online Street Team
To celebrate the forthcoming UK release of ArmA: Armed Assault on PC (out on 16th February 2007), 505 Games, Bohemia Interactive and New Media Maze launched the Armed Assault Squad at Armed Assault on Friday 5th January 2006.
Sign up as a new recruit for the chance to win exclusive ArmA: Armed Assault prizes such as the chance to demo the game before anyone else, signed merchandise and much more!
Sign up as a new recruit for the chance to win exclusive ArmA: Armed Assault prizes such as the chance to demo the game before anyone else, signed merchandise and much more!
Wii Component Cables 480i v 480p
Side by side comparison of the Nintendo Wii playing Zelda: Twilight Princess on my Sony KDSR60XBR2 HD TV.. One Side is using component cables 480p the other is composite cables 480i.
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Thursday, January 11, 2007
Japan rules best-selling games franchise list
A list of the best-selling games franchises of all-time reveals that Japanese developed titles are the most dominant, with 10 brands in the top 20 coming from companies such as Nintendo, Capcom, Sega and Square Enix.
The list, published by The Independent, shows Nintendo's Mario games to be the biggest sellers, shifting 193 million units, followed by Pokemon (155 million units), with Square Enix's Final Fantasy series racking up 68 million units.
The highest ranked Western developed title is Madden NFL at number four, with 56 million units sold, while publisher Electronic Arts also claims the fifth position with The Sims' 54 million units.
The only licensed franchise is James Bond at number 15 in the chart (30 million units), while Grand Theft Auto (50 million) and Tomb Raider (30 million) are the only UK developed titles in the list.
The full list follows:
1 Mario (Nintendo): 193 million
2 Pokemon (Nintendo): 155 million
3 Final Fantasy (Square Enix): 68 million
4 Madden NFL (Electronic Arts): 56 million
5 The Sims (Maxis/Electronic Arts): 54 million
6 Grand Theft Auto (Rockstar): 50 million
7 Donkey Kong (Nintendo): 48 million
8 The Legend of Zelda (Nintendo): 47 million
9 Sonic the Hedgehog (Sega): 44 million
10 Gran Turismo (Sony): 44 million
11 Lineage (NCsoft): 43 million
12 Dragon Quest (Square Enix): 41 million
13 Crash Bandicoot (Sony/Vivendi): 34 million
14 Resident Evil (Capcom): 31 million
15 James Bond (Various): 30 million
16 Tomb Raider (Eidos Interactive): 30 million
17 Mega Man (Capcom): 26 million
18 Command & Conquer (Westwood/Electronic Arts): 25 million
19 Street Fighter (Capcom): 25 million
20 Mortal Kombat (Midway): 20 million
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The list, published by The Independent, shows Nintendo's Mario games to be the biggest sellers, shifting 193 million units, followed by Pokemon (155 million units), with Square Enix's Final Fantasy series racking up 68 million units.
The highest ranked Western developed title is Madden NFL at number four, with 56 million units sold, while publisher Electronic Arts also claims the fifth position with The Sims' 54 million units.
The only licensed franchise is James Bond at number 15 in the chart (30 million units), while Grand Theft Auto (50 million) and Tomb Raider (30 million) are the only UK developed titles in the list.
The full list follows:
1 Mario (Nintendo): 193 million
2 Pokemon (Nintendo): 155 million
3 Final Fantasy (Square Enix): 68 million
4 Madden NFL (Electronic Arts): 56 million
5 The Sims (Maxis/Electronic Arts): 54 million
6 Grand Theft Auto (Rockstar): 50 million
7 Donkey Kong (Nintendo): 48 million
8 The Legend of Zelda (Nintendo): 47 million
9 Sonic the Hedgehog (Sega): 44 million
10 Gran Turismo (Sony): 44 million
11 Lineage (NCsoft): 43 million
12 Dragon Quest (Square Enix): 41 million
13 Crash Bandicoot (Sony/Vivendi): 34 million
14 Resident Evil (Capcom): 31 million
15 James Bond (Various): 30 million
16 Tomb Raider (Eidos Interactive): 30 million
17 Mega Man (Capcom): 26 million
18 Command & Conquer (Westwood/Electronic Arts): 25 million
19 Street Fighter (Capcom): 25 million
20 Mortal Kombat (Midway): 20 million
Warlords Joins Disciples II And Jagged Alliance 2 In Strategy First's Lineup For The Nintendo DS
Warlords DS is an eight player turn-based game of conquest and empire. Different worlds provide a stage for the player to excel in combat. In the quest for final victory, gamers can assemble vast armies, conquer and loot mighty cities, undertake perilous quests, make and break alliances, and wield magical artifacts of great power. Although economics, diplomacy, and exploration weigh heavily in the outcome of each game, the primary emphasis is placed on combat.
Features
· Random worlds for infinite game replay value
· Hidden maps for extra tension and danger
· 20 built-in scenarios to play again and again
· Up to 8 players with hot-seat and Nintendo WiFi support
· 28 different army types to produce for your mighty hordes
· 4 terrains – grasslands, desert, wastelands and frozen tundra
· Formidable AI system to challenge experienced gamers
· Exceptional graphics and sound provide deep immersion
· Integrated tutorial and military advisor
· Historical tracking of all statistical information
· Based on the award winning Warlords franchise
Disciples DS is the much anticipated debut of the award winning Disciples Franchise on the Nintendo DS. Ten years have passed since the first great wars and the time to take up arms against an insidious evil draws near. Disciples DS is poised to become a name synonymous with great strategy/RPG action.
Features:
· Visually Stunning Characters and terrain for the epic battle.
· Over 200 individually animated characters
· Every character gains experience and can gain levels
· Over 100 animated magic spells
· 4 unique campaigns tell the story
· Multiplayer supports up to 4 players
· Intelligent and challenging combat AI
Features
· Random worlds for infinite game replay value
· Hidden maps for extra tension and danger
· 20 built-in scenarios to play again and again
· Up to 8 players with hot-seat and Nintendo WiFi support
· 28 different army types to produce for your mighty hordes
· 4 terrains – grasslands, desert, wastelands and frozen tundra
· Formidable AI system to challenge experienced gamers
· Exceptional graphics and sound provide deep immersion
· Integrated tutorial and military advisor
· Historical tracking of all statistical information
· Based on the award winning Warlords franchise
Disciples DS is the much anticipated debut of the award winning Disciples Franchise on the Nintendo DS. Ten years have passed since the first great wars and the time to take up arms against an insidious evil draws near. Disciples DS is poised to become a name synonymous with great strategy/RPG action.
Features:
· Visually Stunning Characters and terrain for the epic battle.
· Over 200 individually animated characters
· Every character gains experience and can gain levels
· Over 100 animated magic spells
· 4 unique campaigns tell the story
· Multiplayer supports up to 4 players
· Intelligent and challenging combat AI
Sony say - PS3 is most powerful console
Sony has declared that PlayStation 3 the most powerful next-generation console available - despite what it's rivals might claim.
Sony president said, "I have heard many people say our competitors' systems are just as powerful as the PS3. That simply is not true."
"No other next generation entertainment system pushes the envelope on advanced technology like PS3."
However, producing such advanced technology has caused difficulties - with manufacturing problems leading to stock shortages and launch delays.
"I don't think anyone could have foreseen the difficulties we encountered in the production of the blue laser diode for the PlayStation 3".
"We were asking our teams to develop millions of components for the PlayStation 3, like the Blu-ray disc player and cell broadband engine, that had previously only been produced in the thousands."
I have heard people say that a high-capacity game delivery vehicle like Blu-ray isn't necessary in a next generation computer entertainment system. You just can't expect that 9GB of storage capacity found on today's DVDs are going to have enough space to hold tomorrow's games.
Hirai went on to observe that some of the first wave of PS3 games, such as Insomniac's Resistance: Fall of Man, take up 16GB of space - which "simply wouldn't be possible on any other system without using multiple discs".
Sony president said, "I have heard many people say our competitors' systems are just as powerful as the PS3. That simply is not true."
"No other next generation entertainment system pushes the envelope on advanced technology like PS3."
However, producing such advanced technology has caused difficulties - with manufacturing problems leading to stock shortages and launch delays.
"I don't think anyone could have foreseen the difficulties we encountered in the production of the blue laser diode for the PlayStation 3".
"We were asking our teams to develop millions of components for the PlayStation 3, like the Blu-ray disc player and cell broadband engine, that had previously only been produced in the thousands."
I have heard people say that a high-capacity game delivery vehicle like Blu-ray isn't necessary in a next generation computer entertainment system. You just can't expect that 9GB of storage capacity found on today's DVDs are going to have enough space to hold tomorrow's games.
Hirai went on to observe that some of the first wave of PS3 games, such as Insomniac's Resistance: Fall of Man, take up 16GB of space - which "simply wouldn't be possible on any other system without using multiple discs".
HMV unhappy at wii allocation
HMV said the Nintendo Wii was one of its hottest Christmas products, but the lack of stock available has left the chain frustrated.
HMV were chosen as the UK launch partner for the Wii, and its flagship Oxford Street store hosted a midnight event attended by Nintendo UK boss along with several celebrities.
Pre-ordered stock quickly sold out - and HMV could have shifted many more units had there been enough.
HMV were chosen as the UK launch partner for the Wii, and its flagship Oxford Street store hosted a midnight event attended by Nintendo UK boss along with several celebrities.
Pre-ordered stock quickly sold out - and HMV could have shifted many more units had there been enough.
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