As part of its commitment to groundbreaking, independently developed massively multiplayer games, Jolt Online Gaming, Europe's largest independent online gaming network, is pleased to announce a partnership with Eyes Out Entertainment that will help see the innovative MMO Tatsumaki: Land at War enter its next stage of development.
Shunning genre conventions such as races, classes, experience points and even monsters, Tatsumaki offers players a unique role-playing experience, where real-time PvP combat, detailed crafts and even idle pursuits take place against a backdrop of player-built towns set in feudal Japan. Striving for the perfect balance between realism and action, and featuring a novel system of family ties, the game allows players to be as notorious or as anonymous as they please. Furthermore the game will offer players an innovative and highly competitive pricing structure, including a limited free-to-play option.
Following an intensive testing and development period, Tasumaki has entered early beta stages, with the first of many towns along with several visual enhancements now in development. Jolt’s involvement sees the game hosted on its cutting-edge servers located at a state-of-the-art data centre facility, and with an overhauled website to keep the game’s growing community informed and up-to-date.
As part of the development team’s ongoing efforts to broaden and diversify its capability to provide the best gaming experience possible, openings have been made available for talented and passionate programmers, modellers, artists, animators and musicians.
For more information about the game, visit www.landatwar.com.
For a list of available positions, head to www.eyesoute.com/apply.
“We’re very excited to be working with Eyes Out Entertainment on a game that we’ve come to be as passionate about as they are,” said Jolt’s CEO, Dominic Silk. “With our world-class server technology and years of experience in the MMO community, we hope to see Tatsumaki go from strength to strength over the coming years.”
“Jolt’s proven track record and commitment to independently developed online games makes them the ideal partner to help bring our first MMO to a wider online audience,” said EOE’s founder Jonathan Rush. “Our relationship so far has been great and we look forward to working with them in the future.”
Friday, August 24, 2007
Halo 3 Special Edition Xbox 360 Console
Limited Edition Xbox 360 Will Have Estimated Retail Price of £279.99, Available From 26th September
Microsoft today announced estimated retail pricing and availability for the Xbox 360 Halo 3 Special Edition Console, launched in anticipation of this year’s largest blockbuster gamer launch, Halo 3.
The Xbox 360 Halo 3 Special Edition console, with an authentic Spartan green and gold finish, will carry an estimated retail price of £279.99 when it comes to retail on 26th September. The Xbox 360 Halo 3 Special Edition console comes with the following features:
· Halo 3 Special Edition Wireless Controller
· Halo 3 Special Edition 20GB Hard Drive
· Halo 3 Special Edition Wired Headset
· Halo 3 Special Edition Gamer Pics and Theme (Exclusive download via Xbox LIVE®)
· Component HD AV Cable
· Ethernet Cable
· HDMI Port
· Play & Charge Kit
· Xbox LIVE Silver Membership
· One-month Xbox LIVE Gold Membership
“We are pleased to offer the cool Halo 3 Special Edition console for the huge Halo fan community,” said Stephen McGill, Microsoft’s Head of Gaming and Entertainment. “It’s a great way for Halo fans to show their allegiance to one of the most popular and successful entertainment franchises ever. Halo 3 is just one of the amazing games coming to Xbox 360 this Christmas. Combine the best games lineup of any console ever, including the universally acclaimed Bioshock launching this week, with today’s new affordable estimated retail pricing that makes it easier for more people to enter the world of Xbox 360, and it’s clear there has never been a better time to be a gamer.”
Commodore Gaming Announces European Retail Partners
At the Leipzig Gaming Convention, Commodore Gaming today announced its current retail and distribution partners for Europe, including both retail and e-tail outlets.
While in some countries the higher specification models (GX, XX) will only be available through www.commodoregaming.com, retail is confirmed as hugely important in Commodore Gaming’s efforts to bring PC gaming to the mainstream, with affordable gaming PCs available in retail stores across Europe.
“We’re delighted to offer the thrill of PC gaming to a much wider audience than anyone has previously”, commented Bala Keilman, CEO Commodore Gaming. “While it’s possible to buy online, the specifications involved and the customisable options can make it a daunting task for newcomers to the PC gaming scene. With our entry level models in-store, customers can get advice, as well as see the product they are buying”
For all retail sales, customers will also receive a voucher for a free additional set of c-kin panels, in case the one available in-store does not suit their personal style. Choosing online, customers have over a hundred c-kins to choose from, including street art, photography, and other designs.
While in some countries the higher specification models (GX, XX) will only be available through www.commodoregaming.com, retail is confirmed as hugely important in Commodore Gaming’s efforts to bring PC gaming to the mainstream, with affordable gaming PCs available in retail stores across Europe.
“We’re delighted to offer the thrill of PC gaming to a much wider audience than anyone has previously”, commented Bala Keilman, CEO Commodore Gaming. “While it’s possible to buy online, the specifications involved and the customisable options can make it a daunting task for newcomers to the PC gaming scene. With our entry level models in-store, customers can get advice, as well as see the product they are buying”
For all retail sales, customers will also receive a voucher for a free additional set of c-kin panels, in case the one available in-store does not suit their personal style. Choosing online, customers have over a hundred c-kins to choose from, including street art, photography, and other designs.
Gothic 4
JoWooD Productions Software AG is proud to present Spellbound Entertainment AG as the official developing team for Gothic 4.
One of the most convincing and central arguments for choosing Spellbound, was the scope of RPG experience brought in by Spellbound team member Jochen Hamma, who was involved in creating the legendary „Nordland Trilogy“ based upon the Pen & Paper RPG „Das Schwarze Auge“.
Furthermore, Spellbound has created own tools for achieving exceptional standards in Quality and Quality Assurance. Both parties are confident to produce a game of highest quality, and Spellbound intends to focus on the traditional strengths of the brand, setting new standards in the original, authentic Gothic essentials.
At the Games Convention 2007 in Leipzig, Mr. Jochen Hamma, Spellbounds Executive Producer, is showing the first facts and plans to curious fans and special interest media, outlining which strengths are essentially to be intensified, and which weaknesses are tagged for elimination.
Gothic 4 is being developed for PC and Current Gen console systems, a release date will be announced in the coming weeks.
One of the most convincing and central arguments for choosing Spellbound, was the scope of RPG experience brought in by Spellbound team member Jochen Hamma, who was involved in creating the legendary „Nordland Trilogy“ based upon the Pen & Paper RPG „Das Schwarze Auge“.
Furthermore, Spellbound has created own tools for achieving exceptional standards in Quality and Quality Assurance. Both parties are confident to produce a game of highest quality, and Spellbound intends to focus on the traditional strengths of the brand, setting new standards in the original, authentic Gothic essentials.
At the Games Convention 2007 in Leipzig, Mr. Jochen Hamma, Spellbounds Executive Producer, is showing the first facts and plans to curious fans and special interest media, outlining which strengths are essentially to be intensified, and which weaknesses are tagged for elimination.
Gothic 4 is being developed for PC and Current Gen console systems, a release date will be announced in the coming weeks.
Caveman Survival
Dutch publishers Xing Interactive are pleased to announce the release date of their latest casual RTS games called "Caveman Survival". This Windows XP and Vista ready title will be part of the Xing Benelux and U.K. line-up for the 1st week of October 2007. In this game you lead your clueless band of rugged cave people to victory over their enemies and cope with daily necessities like food and who gets to pet the baby Mammoth first. It'll be a challenge to survive pre-history so don't think this will be a walk in the park!
SteelSeries Ikari Optical And Laser Professional Gaming Mice
SteelSeries, a leading manufacturer of innovative professional gaming gear, today announced the SteelSeries Ikari Optical and SteelSeries Ikari Laser professional gaming mice. The new, ergonomic right-handed multi-grip mice mark the company’s entry into the market for gaming mice. Adding the gaming mice line compliments an existing portfolio of professional gaming gear that consists of headsets, keyboards, surfaces, accessories and security software designed for competitive gamers.
The SteelSeries Ikari mice are the result of 15 months extensive research of ergonomics, technology, shape, motion, hand grip and play styles by gamers. The SteelSeries Ikari mice sets a new industry standard for input, research and co-development with professional gamers for gaming mice. The shape, materials and specifications of the SteelSeries Ikari mice are based on input from professional players from Team 3D, compLexity, mousesports, SK Gaming, Team NoA and other world-class gaming organizations, who collectively represent the world’s most accomplished gamers in Counter-Strike and other gaming disciplines. The development of SteelSeries Ikari was also driven by community input and feedback from more than 5,000 gamers from the competitive gaming segment.
The SteelSeries Ikari chassis is shaped to accommodate the three predominant methods of grip utilized by gamers today: Swipe, Claw, and Palm. The chassis features five buttons with high quality gaming grade contacts. The SteelSeries Ikari mice also have an anti-sweat and slip-resistant surface coating to improve mouse control during intense gaming sessions. The SteelSeries Ikari mice boast the largest SteelSeries Glide surface ever utilized on gaming mice (more than a 300% increase over traditional gaming mice) that is specifically designed to reduce friction between the pressure points on the mouse and the surface under the mouse.
Both models of the SteelSeries Ikari mice feature plug-and-play features that will allow gamers to play at LAN events and tournaments without the need to install specific mouse drivers. The SteelSeries Ikari mice operate at 500 Hz and feature “on-the-fly” DPI settings.
Special features of the two SteelSeries Ikari models:
SteelSeries Ikari Optical
• Specific design for FPS gamers
• Driverless, plug-and-play feature for LAN gamers
• Pressure points that reduce friction for optimized glide
• Ability to toggle between 2 DPI settings
SteelSeries Ikari Laser
• Specific designed for RTS & MMO gamers
• Programmable macro buttons with driverless plug-and-play feature
• Pressure points that reduce friction for optimized glide
• Ability to toggle DPI range with LCD readout
The SteelSeries Ikari Optical was designed as a no-bullshit, top performer for FPS gamers. The research and development emphasized a “no nonsense, no crap” approach with proven optical technology that allows gamers consistent, fast movements without technical difficulties of any kind.
The SteelSeries Ikari Laser mouse was specifically designed for RTS and MMO gamers in mind that features programmable macros and custom settings designed to increase the users Actions Per Minute (APM) count. The mouse can be programmed from home and will remember the settings for tournament use even without installing drivers.
The new gaming mice from SteelSeries will be released Q4 2007.
Thursday, August 23, 2007
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The City of the Kings for The Lord of the Rings online
The second free update for subscribers to The Lord of the Rings OnlineTM: Shadows of Angmar. Book 10: The City of the Kings, the second of many planned free updates to the world of Middle-earth, continues the epic story, adds over 100 new quests, implements significant enhancements to monster play, and introduces the Reputation and Bartering systems.
Amarthiel, introduced in Book 9: Shores of Evendim, has reclaimed the palantir of Carn Dûm and is now seeking to make Annúminas her new seat of power as she searches for her lost ring of power: Narchuil. The Dúnedain stand against her as the Rangers mount a last, desperate attempt to wrest the palantir from Amarthiel. Before she can find Narchuil, a most dangerous opportunity presents itself that may give the Dúnedain the advantage they need to blind the eye of Angmar.
Beginning today, heroes can adventure to The City of the Kings in The Lord of the Rings Online.
The Lord of the Rings Online delivers an interactive experience brimming with life and filled with the familiar people, places and monsters from the most beloved fantasy adventure of all time. From the quaint surroundings of the Shire to Angmar, the vile kingdom of the Witch-king, players will experience the world of Middle-earth as never before. The Lord of the Rings Online is now available for purchase at major retailers across North America and Europe. For more information about The Lord of the Rings Online, please visit www.lotro.com.
"The Lord of the Rings Online," "Shadows of Angmar," "Middle-earth," "The Lord of the Rings," and the names of the characters, events, items, and places therein are trademarks or registered trademarks of The Saul Zaentz Company d/b/a Tolkien Enterprises under license to Turbine, Inc. Turbine and the Turbine logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Turbine, Inc. in the United States and/or other jurisdictions. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
Amarthiel, introduced in Book 9: Shores of Evendim, has reclaimed the palantir of Carn Dûm and is now seeking to make Annúminas her new seat of power as she searches for her lost ring of power: Narchuil. The Dúnedain stand against her as the Rangers mount a last, desperate attempt to wrest the palantir from Amarthiel. Before she can find Narchuil, a most dangerous opportunity presents itself that may give the Dúnedain the advantage they need to blind the eye of Angmar.
Beginning today, heroes can adventure to The City of the Kings in The Lord of the Rings Online.
The Lord of the Rings Online delivers an interactive experience brimming with life and filled with the familiar people, places and monsters from the most beloved fantasy adventure of all time. From the quaint surroundings of the Shire to Angmar, the vile kingdom of the Witch-king, players will experience the world of Middle-earth as never before. The Lord of the Rings Online is now available for purchase at major retailers across North America and Europe. For more information about The Lord of the Rings Online, please visit www.lotro.com.
"The Lord of the Rings Online," "Shadows of Angmar," "Middle-earth," "The Lord of the Rings," and the names of the characters, events, items, and places therein are trademarks or registered trademarks of The Saul Zaentz Company d/b/a Tolkien Enterprises under license to Turbine, Inc. Turbine and the Turbine logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Turbine, Inc. in the United States and/or other jurisdictions. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
Firby on mobile phones
OrangePixel releases Firby, the cute pink ghost ready to help the good Witch with finding her key's back in this action packed platformer.
The game features 48 levels spread over 3 different graphical worlds and many various creatures ready to stop Firby from completing the task of key-collecting. With the game and level design tailored for mobile game play, the game is easy to pickup and have a few plays during the boring moments of the day.
“Although the game is a fairly fast paced action game, we tried to keep the level of difficulty pretty much open to anyone. Good player will be able to reach much higher scores and compete on our RumbleX (www.rumblex.com) high score and community system, and less skilled players can still enjoy the game by simply completing the main task: collect all the keys!” - Pascal Bestebroer CEO of OrangePixel
Firby sports smart mobile game play, colourful graphics, non-intrusive sound effects, online high scores, and a lot of fun.
Firby will be available worldwide on operator and web/wap portal sites, for more information visit www.orangepixel.net, with a free demo version available and a free AdWrapped version coming soon.
Hello Kitty's Birthday Surprise in Malaysia and South East Asia
Today MOffY Limited and Ozura Mobile announced the launch of Hello Kitty Mobile Game, ‘Hello Kitty’s Birthday Surprise’ in MaxGames. MaxGames (www.maxgames.com.my ) is the largest mobile gaming community portal in Malaysia.
MOffY is currently publishing and distributing Hello Kitty and other Sanrio characters mobile contents in Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, Laos, Cambodia, and Vietnam. Ozura Mobile is a leading game developer and publisher of mobile entertainment in Asia.
"Hello Kitty’s Birthday Surprise was developed under cooperation between MOffY and Ozura. The game provides fans with an extraordinary gaming experience that encapsulates the character’s attitude and style. Upon launching, we’re hoping to capture the attention and responsiveness of Maxis subscribers,” stated H.E.Mah, Ozura’s Chief Marketing Officer.
The game will exclusively be launched in MaxGames Community in Malaysia. Various campaigns will be run throughout a period of time based on the game itself.
Hello Kitty’s Birthday Surprise features 2 exciting game modes – Story and Tournament. The story mode allows players to collect only an amount of ingredients needed in order to proceed to the next round. In the tournament mode however, requires players to collect as much ingredients as possible to obtain a high score for uploading purposes.
Players who are interested and would like to find out more about Hello Kitty’s Birthday Surprise campaign, kindly visit MaxGames WEB or WAP @ www.maxgames.com.my.
As described by Alan who is the General Manager of MOffY, “we sought to extent the mobile contents featured with Hello Kitty and other Sanrio characters in the South East Asia market, and we believed that Hello Kitty will bring enormous fun to its fans in the region.
Hello Kitty’s Birthday Surprise is another new addition to the existing portfolio of 40+ Hello Kitty and Sanrio mobile games published by MOffY. MOffY currently hold one of the largest Sanrio mobile game libraries in the mobile market.
MOffY is currently publishing and distributing Hello Kitty and other Sanrio characters mobile contents in Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, Laos, Cambodia, and Vietnam. Ozura Mobile is a leading game developer and publisher of mobile entertainment in Asia.
"Hello Kitty’s Birthday Surprise was developed under cooperation between MOffY and Ozura. The game provides fans with an extraordinary gaming experience that encapsulates the character’s attitude and style. Upon launching, we’re hoping to capture the attention and responsiveness of Maxis subscribers,” stated H.E.Mah, Ozura’s Chief Marketing Officer.
The game will exclusively be launched in MaxGames Community in Malaysia. Various campaigns will be run throughout a period of time based on the game itself.
Hello Kitty’s Birthday Surprise features 2 exciting game modes – Story and Tournament. The story mode allows players to collect only an amount of ingredients needed in order to proceed to the next round. In the tournament mode however, requires players to collect as much ingredients as possible to obtain a high score for uploading purposes.
Players who are interested and would like to find out more about Hello Kitty’s Birthday Surprise campaign, kindly visit MaxGames WEB or WAP @ www.maxgames.com.my.
As described by Alan who is the General Manager of MOffY, “we sought to extent the mobile contents featured with Hello Kitty and other Sanrio characters in the South East Asia market, and we believed that Hello Kitty will bring enormous fun to its fans in the region.
Hello Kitty’s Birthday Surprise is another new addition to the existing portfolio of 40+ Hello Kitty and Sanrio mobile games published by MOffY. MOffY currently hold one of the largest Sanrio mobile game libraries in the mobile market.
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