EA Sports Fantasy Football returns...

EA SPORTS FANTASY FOOTBALL is open for registration at fantasy.EASPORTS.com. Renew your league from last year or create a new league and invite your friends to play.

This year, use your PLAYSTATION 3 computer entertainment system or Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft to expand your fantasy football experience with applications like EA SPORTS Fantasy Football Live Draft Tracker & Live Score Tracker and Madden NFL 09 Integration.

Madden NFL 09 - The first sports game that adapts to you!

Celebrating 20 Years of Innovation, Madden NFL 09 delivers its most complete NFL football package ever.

Whether you're a seasoned vet or picking up the game for the first time, players of all skill levels will enjoy a unique, yet challenging experience with the innovative Adaptive Difficulty Engine, which tailors the game to match your playing style.

With more than 85 new features and enhancements, Madden NFL 09 is the most authentic and adaptable game in sports video game history.

NCAA Football 09 video game - out now

The electricity of Big Play Saturday is back!

Powered by the all-new Breakaway Engine and showcasing unique college-style animations, NCAA Football 09 arrives with all the excitement and pageantry of a storied college bowl game.

Develop a loyal fan base with a Home Field Advantage and build your legacy in the Online Dynasty Mode.

With authentic collegiate gameplay and thousands of school specific plays, college Saturdays jump to life like never.

With more than 70 new features and modes, NCAA Football 09 is king of the next-gen gridiron this season!

New Dragon Quest video game debuts at No.1 in Japan

Square Enix's Dragon Quest V - Tenkuu No Hanayome has entered the Japanese charts at number one in its first week of sale, according to figures from Media Create.

The game sold 644,000 units, way ahead of its closest rival Gundam Battle Universe for the PSP, another new entry at number two, which sold 138,000 copies.

The only other new entry in the top ten was Aqua Plus' Tears to Tiara: Kakan no Daichi for the PlayStation 3, at number four with 34,000 units sold.

The full Japanese top ten for the week ended July 20 follows -

1. Dragon Quest V (DS)
2. Gundam Battle Universe (PSP)
3. Persona 4 (PS2)
4. Tears to Tiara - Kakan no Daichi (PS3)
5. Wii Fit (Wii)
6. Mario Kart Wii (Wii)
7. Daigasso! Band Brothers DX (DS)
8. Derby Stallion DS (DS)
9. Monster Hunter Portable 2 G (PSP)
10. Densetsu no Stafi - Taiketsu! Dire Kaizokudan (DS)

Source: Games Industry

Video games bugs and glitches video

A video showing some classic video game bugs and glitches - look out for the football bouncing on the goal post that no player can reach...

Watch the video here...

Les Claypool to write music for 'Mushroom Men' Video Games on Nintendo Wii

Primus principal Les Claypool has written the original theme track and four other themes for the Nintendo Wii "Mushroom Men" video games, due this fall.

This is the first game music for Claypool, who previously created the themes for TV's "South Park" and "Robot Chicken," as well as film scores. For Nintendo, it's believed the first time the leading game publisher will have original music from a top artist in one of its games.

More from Billboard...

Top 10 video game animals

Main characters of video games are often of the humanoid-variety: You have your Clouds, and your Links, and your Dantes, and your Master Chiefs, and so on. Far too often are the minor characters of such games overshadowed by them, much more in the cases where those minor characters aren't even human.

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PopCap's Peggle coming to Nintendo DS

PopCap is one of the bigger names in casual games for the computer. It has now announced that one of its most popular games, Peggle, will be debuting on the Nintendo DS later this year. PopCap partnered with Q Entertainment to bring the game to the DS.

PopCap says that plans for launch in Europe for the Nintendo DS are not confirmed at this time. The Nintendo DS version is expected to have more levels than the existing versions of the game and some levels will be DS exclusives. Controls for the game will also be re-mastered.

Versions of Peggle are already available for Mac, PC and iPod. PopCap says Q Entertainment is underway with the adaptation of Peggle for the DS. I would expect the game to hit in time for the holiday shopping season.

10 Best Ever Football Computer Games

The beautiful game has done quite well over the years on games consoles and computers. And here are the ten finest examples...

1. Player Manager
   
2. Sensible World Of Soccer


   
3. New Star Soccer 3


   
4. Microprose Soccer


   
5. Match Day II


   
6. Track Suit Manager


   
7. Championship Manager ‘93
   
8. Pro Evolution Soccer 4


   
9. Football Manager
   
10. FIFA 98: Road To The World Cup

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The AI of Spore

It’s no secret that one of the more anticipated titles of the year will be Spore (Will Wright / Maxis / EA). With this title, the pre-release buzz has been almost peculiar.

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Top 5 fighting games

These button-mashing butt-kickers really dish out the pain!

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Gears of War video game books announced

Del Rey will publish three novels set in the gritty world of the bestselling and critically acclaimed Gears of War video game series. The first novel, GEARS OF WAR: THE BATTLE OF ASPHO FIELDS, written by No1 New York Times bestselling author Karen Traviss, will go on sale October 28, 2008. The Gears of War 2 video game, the highly anticipated sequel to the genre-defining third-person shooter that won over 30 game of the year awards, will be released worldwide exclusively for the Xbox 360 on November 7, 2008.

In GEARS OF WAR: THE BATTLE OF ASPHO FIELDS, the last human stronghold on Sera braces itself for another onslaught from the Locust Horde, as ghosts come back to haunt Marcus Fenix and Dominic Santiago. For Marcus — decorated war hero, convicted traitor — the return of an old comrade threatens to dredge up an agonizing secret he's sworn to keep. As the beleaguered soldiers of the Coalition of Ordered Governments take a last stand to save humankind from extermination, the harrowing decisions made at Aspho Fields have to be relived and made again. Marcus and Dom can take anything the Locust Horde throws at them — but will their friendship survive the truth about Dom’s brother Carlos?



“After finishing the first Gears of War game, players were left wanting to know more about Delta Squad and the events leading up to Emergence Day,” said Epic Games’ president Michael Capps. “This trilogy of novels opens up whole new worlds of storytelling opportunities, and will add even more context to the upcoming comic book series, game sequel and motion picture. We loved Karen Traviss’ work on the Republic Commando series, and we can’t wait to get her Gears book to our fans.”

“Playing Gears of War is a kick-ass experience,” said Del Rey editor Keith Clayton, “And the Gears of War books should remain true to the spirit of the game. I’m happy to announce that the marriage of Karen Traviss and chainsaw bayonets is a match made in heaven—or hell, if you happen to be a Locust drone.”

For further information on the novel, GEARS OF WAR: THE BATTLE OF ASPHO FIELDS, visit www.delreybooks.com.

Sonic and the Black Knight Nintendo Wii exclusive

Sonic and the Black Knight, an all-new Nintendo Wii-exclusive adventure. 

Part of the storybook series of games that began with Sonic and the Secret Rings, this new title brings Sonic into the world of Arthurian legend and offers the worlds most infamous blue hedgehog the chance to become a knight. Using the unique Wii control system, this exciting game will take advantage of both the Wii Remote and the Nunchuk to offer an interactive experience that any Sonic fans will love.

Created by Sonic Team in Japan, this innovative game takes Sonic into a medieval world and arms him with a sword to aid in his effort to save the day. Sonic and the Black Knight will provide Sonic fans with an irresistible cast of characters and teach them all what it takes to be a true hero and the ultimate knight. With a series of missions taking place in stunning Arthurian-inspired locations, Sonic and the Black Knight promises to offer a fast-paced adventure that gamers of all ages will enjoy.

“After the success of Sonic and the Secret Rings we’re delighted to announce a second title in the Storybook Series,” said Gary Knight, European Marketing Director, SEGA Europe, “Following Sonic on his way to knighthood will excite players of all ages.”

Sonic and the Black Knight, exclusively for the Wii, will be out in Spring 2009.

GTA 4 Official On PC - announced by ESRB!

Leaked from ESRB's Website! Damn Official!

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Ninjatown on Nontendo DS - Anti Ninja

Introducing Anti-Ninja.....

"Blend in by standing out..."

This ninja isn't so much against ninjas as he is the anti-thesis of being a ninja. After all, day or night, it's hard to blend into the background when you're wearing bright orange robes. Still, even though his ninja master often shakes his head in disgust, Anti-Ninja knows he looks fab since orange is this year's black.



Motto:

"Blend in by standing out..."

Mr. Bean game on Nintendo DS

Mr. Bean on Nintendo DS.

The DS version follows the release of Blast Entertainment’s Mr Bean Sony PS2 game that hit retail in November last year, which still sells consistently well and continues to earn a place in the Chart track top 40 PS2 budget chart each week.

Mr.Bean , who burst onto our television screens in 1990 has established himself as one of the world’s most popular character brands. The live action and animated Mr. Bean TV series have been in distribution around the world for 17 years and are currently broadcast in more than 60 territories. Mr. Bean’s Holiday was released in more than 66 countries around the world in March 2007, grossing more than US$230 million at the Box Office and reaching no.1 in 28 countries around the world.

The game includes 12 fun-packed levels full of cunning puzzles to encounter and crazy traps to avoid. Dress up as a pirate on your mission to save teddy and battle baddies with fyring pans while negotiating your way through exciting 3D locations. The Nintendo touch screen techonolgy is utilised in the exclusive Whack a mole event! 92% of children under 11 are great Mr.Bean fans and 67% of children under 11 watch the TV series regularly, according to Film Audience Research and so the game has been developed to specifically target this younger audience.

Blast’s Head of Marketing, Kirsty Payne commented: “We are delighted to be bringing Mr. Bean to Nintendo DS. Both brands are currently enjoying huge sales at retail and combining them is great news for consumers. Such is the popularity of this title, that we are planning to release a Wii version later this year”

The Whispered World: Official Website Launched

German developer and publisher Daedalic Entertainment today launched the official web home for upcoming fantasy adventure game The Whispered World. The picturesque website offers details and new looks at the gorgeous 2D point & click tale.

Visitors to www.the-whispered-world.com will find story details, character overviews and a selection of press voices. Screenshots, exclusive making-of artwork and new wallpapers give a taste of the PC adventure game’s gorgeous graphics. The website will be continuously updated with additional content.

Along with the site, Daedalic has launched the Daedalic Community Forums at forum.daedalic.de, where fans can discuss The Whispered World and other Daedalic games.

The beautiful adventure game The Whispered World whisks the player away to a fascinating fantasy world. Sadwick is a young clown but often far from cheerful. One night, a strange blue creature speaks to him in a dream, and sends him on an adventurous journey. Many dangers await Sadwick, for the world he knows is doomed to crumble and fall…

The fantasy adventure game is set for release (PC DVD-ROM) in Q4 2008.

http://www.the-whispered-world.com

Gamescampus.com Announces New Maps, Armor and Special Events for Its MMORPG Xiah Rebirth

1. New Accursed Ruins Map!
It is with great excitement that we would like to announce the inclusion of a new map to Xiah Rebirth! The Accursed Ruins is the most challenging zone yet, with level 111~140 monsters to test your skills against. The best drop items in the game are available in the Accursed Ruins, as well as the best armor set yet, the Blood Dragon!

2. New Blood Dragon Item Set!
Accompanying the new Accursed Ruins map is the most powerful set of gear in the game, the Blood Dragon Armor! The set now drops on the new map, so there's even more reason to venture into the Accursed Ruins. With over 2000 Defense and Damage, the Blood Dragon set is by far the greatest item set available in the game to date. Check out the stats on our fan site xiah.lookin.at, and there have already been pieces of the set given out as Contest prizes so keep an eye out for them in-game with more to come in the future! The armor is now available.

3. Double FEMA and Experience Event!
We've just begun a great new bonus event, a two week period of Double FEMA and Experience from both hunting and mining! Now's the time to power yourself up to have a fighting chance in the Accursed Ruins!
The event goes on from 7/21/08 ~ 8/4/08, enjoy!

4. Buy 2 Get 1 Free Sale on Hammers and Lily Pockets!
For this weekend only, get the most out of the Double FEMA and Experience Event by taking advantage of a Buy 2 Get 1 Free sale on Cloud, Rain, Heaven, and Wind Hammers, and stock up on the most powerful pockets in the game to increase your strength to the fullest extent! The sale will last from 7/25/08 ~ 7/28/08, so don't miss out!

Xiah is an Asian-themed martial arts fantasy Massively Multiplayer Online Role-Playing game. The game can be found at http://xiah.gamescampus.com/

PRO CYCLING MANAGER - TOUR DE FRANCE 2008 DEMO NOW AVAILABLE

Pro Cycling Manager – Tour De France 2008 is the latest version of the popular racing management game for PC and PSP. For cycling fans currently following the Tour de France, the race doesn’t have to end this weekend as the free demo is now available to download.

The demo will allow players to manage the Spanish Euskaltel team as they race through the Alps in the important Cuneo to Jausiers 16th stage of the Tour de France 2008. The team is preparing for the last week of the race before the grand final at the Champs-Élysées. However, no stages have been won yet and sponsors are beginning to pile on the pressure to see their colours on the podium. This 157.4 km testing route requires a talented Director of Sports to lead the team to victory.

Surrounded by the highest paved roads in Europe, the 16th stage takes place in mountainous terrain with breath-taking downhill sections to ensure a spectacular end to the race. Implement the best strategy to make the most of the mountain racer’s skills, preventing breakaway riders that could ruin your chances of victory.

The Pro Cycling Manager – Tour de France 2008 demo also offers players the opportunity to participate in track cycling events such as Keirin style racing. Compete against six skilled riders racing at 50 kph for three laps of intense competition. A tutorial mode will also help you get the best out of your team during a race.

Download the playable demo (760 MB):
http://www.focus-files.com/demos/pcm2008/pcm08demo_int2.exe

The Epic World of Too Human is Available Across Europe this August, exclusively on Xbox 360

Microsoft today announced the European release date of “Too Human”, the epic third person action game from renowned Canadian developer Silicon Knights. Exclusive to Xbox 360, “Too Human” will be available across Europe from 29th August 2008.

In this modern take on classical Norse mythology, players are thrust into the midst of an apocalyptic battle that threatens the very existence of mankind. Playing as the divine cybernetic son of Odin, Baldur, you are one of the Aesir, humanity’s protectors charged with defending mankind from the onslaught of ancient machine armies.

As “Too Human” chronicles this epic story, the game breaks the genre barrier by combining elements of both the action and RPG genres. Players are treated to a non-stop barrage of action, powered by the seamless integration of melee and firearms combat, with the deep role-playing game elements fuelled by breathtaking visuals. Battles unfold on awesome scale as players engage with vast numbers of enemies, and gamers can also take this to the next level playing cooperatively on Xbox LIVE.

“Too Human” is produced by Canadian-based Silicon Knights, bringing a wealth of knowledge, story-based design and gameplay expertise to the next generation of video gaming, and committed to elevating games to the prime form of entertainment.

For more information, please visit the official Too Human website at www.xbox.com/toohuman.