The developers from Visceral Games have put together a nice video to show you how controls of Dead Space Extraction have come together on the Wii. In the video, you'll find Glen Schofield (General Manager of Visceral Games), Steve Papoutsis (Executive Producer), John Calhoun (Senior Designer) and Wright Bagwell (Lead Designer) giving a demo and talking about the unique gameplay elements of Dead Space Extraction. See for yourself how the Glow Worm, Rivet Gun, co-op puzzles and more will work. The controls were carefully considered for the right balance of gameplay, which you can only get on the Wii.
See a layout of the Wii Remote and Nunchuk controls of Dead Space Extractionhere. The video also shows how the use of the Wii Zapper is supported.
Watch the developer video showing Dead Space Extraction's controls, following the age gate (since this is an M rated Wii game!).
A few new games arrive at retailers this week, surprisingly no new ones for the Nintendo DS. Capcom's Street Fighter IV is out this week for the PC. Pickup a Street Fighter IV FightStick for that arcade experience on your PC! There's a nice bundle of Bioshock and Oblivion for the the PC and Xbox 360. Now's a great time to experience two awesome games at a good price. Check out what's new below.
This week's new videogame releases: (subject to change)
Based on the novel series made by Hiroshi Mori, XSEED Games has announced that The Sky Crawlers: Innocent Aces will be released in North America this holiday season. It was previously released in Japan by Namco Bandai.
The Sky Crawlers: Innocent Aces is a flight simulation specifically designed for the Wii, which puts you in the place of a rookie pilot named "Lynx." You'll work your way up the ranks to become involved with a secret military project that may make pilots virtually indestructible. The wars and destruction have been going on for decades and finally the Earth has come to peace with itself. However, private wars between government still continue through sponsored events between private corporations to help balance the human instincts of war by creating a show.
”I’m extremely pleased to be able to confirm The Sky Crawlers: Innocent Aces for gamers in North America,” said Jun Iwasaki, President of XSEED Games. “The innovative control scheme and gorgeous visuals just go to show what a top-notch development team can do when creating a new game from scratch specifically for Wii.”
The controls for this game are quite simple. You hold the Nunchuk controller in your right hand to roll, pitch or yaw. The Wii Remote in the other hand will control your acceleration, and deceleration, making the Wii Remote the throttle.
Expect this game to fly onto store shelves this holiday season, exclusively for Nintendo's Wii system. Watch XSEEDgames.com for more.
Wondering how SOULCALIBUR: Broken Destiny is looking on the PSP? See for yourself, in a collection of gameplay clips. Watch several clips of different fighting matches in Soulcalibur: Broken Destiny below. There's also a gameplay video below featuring Kratos, from God of War. It looks like the PSP will be getting another great looking fighting game from Namco Bandai Games (in addition to the previously released Tekken Dark Resurrection). The PSP may just have the best portable fighting games.
About SOULCALIBUR: Broken Destiny:
"SOULCALIBUR: Broken Destiny is the first portable iteration in the series that promises to deliver its signature weapon-based fighting formula on-the-go. With SOULCALIBUR: Broken Destiny’s huge roster of warriors, players can battle as one of many returning favorites or new fighters for some nail biting brawls. Adding depth to the combat, an all new single player mode has been developed that not only challenges a player’s reflexes but also improves their fighting skills. Robust and challenging single-player modes, head-to-head multiplayer and gorgeous visuals make this a must-have for any fighting game fan."
Double Fine Productions and EA have sent you quite a Brütal 4th of July treat, which we're happy to share with you right here. Tim Schafer, the game's creative director, presents an awesome 17 minute commentary and gameplay walkthrough of the upcoming Brutal Legend game. If you're wondering how the gameplay will be in Brutal Legend, following the opening sequence of the game, sit back and watch the video as Tim Schafer talks about it.
Watch the Brutal Legend commentary video presented by Tim Schafer, following the age gate below because, well, it's brÜtal!
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Brutal Legend will be available for the Xbox 360 and PLAYSTATION 3 in North America on "Rocktober 13th" and in the UK and Europe on "Rocktober 16th".
The Metroid Prime Trilogy for the Wii gets even sweeter. Check out additional images of the box art from the upcoming Metroid Prime Trilogyhere. You can see more of the collector's tin, in addition to a newly announced pre-order bonus, a Metroid Prime Trilogy poster. There's also details of an included art booklet.
Details on the Metroid Prime Trilogy art booklet:
"Metroid Prime Trilogy comes with a Metroid art booklet. The art booklet contains 5 double sided panels printed with metallic ink on high quality premium gloss paper. The booklet contains development, sketch, and concept art accompanied by the history of Metroid and Samus. Unfolded, the total booklet length is just under 36 inches."
This is the first truly collector's edition game bundle from Nintendo for the Wii system. Don't miss out on the opportunity to score a few extra items. GameStop is even throwing in a t-shirt of Metroid Prime Trilogy as a pre-order incentive.
Metroid Prime Trilogy includes Metroid Prime, Metroid Prime 2: Echoes (both previously released on the GameCube) and Metroid Prime 3: Corruption (Wii) on one disc. The Metroid Prime GameCube games have been updated with new Wii gameplay controls and widescreen support. Metroid Prime Trilogy will be available on August 24th for $49.99.
Activision just launched the Marvel: Ultimate Alliance 2 VIP Community, where you can join up and get some exclusive information on the upcoming Marvel: Ultimate Alliance 2 game. Visit MarvelUltimateAlliance.com to get access to information on characters, screenshots, videos, developer interviews and giveaways. Speaking of giveaways, there's an online "Marvel: Ultimate Alliance 2 Civil War" web game on MarvelUltimateAlliance.com where you can win weekly prizes which include: Xbox 360 Elite consoles, signed memorabilia from Stan Lee, a grand prize of a 42” 1080p flat screen TV and more.
Also announced today by Activision is a new pre-order incentive that Marvel fans will want to take advantage of. Probably a better bonus offer from GameStop than those Nintendo Wii bundles, GameStop is offering an exclusive Juggernaut playable character with pre-orders of Marvel: Ultimate Alliance 2. Pre-order it for the Xbox 360 here or PlayStation 3 here to receive the exclusive Juggernaut character.
Take your pick from GameStop's online-only Wii bundles. For $249.99, the standard price of Nintendo's Wii system, GameStop is including some odd extras with the purchase of a Wii system. Here are your choices:
Nintendo Wii Take a Bath with a Buddy Bundle:
"This Nintendo Wii Take a Bath with a Buddy Bundle includes a Nintendo Wii and a free Rubber Ducky Squirt. Available for online customers only while supplies last."
Nintendo Wii Pirate Tattoo Bundle with Bonus:
"This Nintendo Wii Pirate Tattoo Bundle includes a Nintendo Wii and a free Pirate Tattoo Sleeve. Pirate Tattoo style and color may vary. Available for online customers only while supplies last."
Nintendo Wii Summer Fun Bundle:
"This Nintendo Wii Summer Fun Bundle includes a Nintendo Wii and a free Water Gun. Water Gun style and color may vary. Available for online customers only while supplies last."
Just don't try to use that water gun with your Wii Remote. Hey, gamers would take any bonus item along with their purchases, right?
As anticipation for the release of Batman Arkham Asylum grows, game developer Rocksteady delivers it's first developer diary on the game. The "Inside the Asylum" video features Sefton Hill (Game Director), Paul Dini (Writer) and Paul Crocker (Lead Narrative Designer) speaking about what gamers can expect to experience in this new Batman game.
Batman Arkham Asylum is coming in August 2009 for the PlayStation 3, Xbox 360 and Windows PC platforms. The PlayStation 3 edition of the game will allow you to play as The Joker (see more on that here).
A Collector's Edition will be available for the hardcore Batman fans, complete with a Batarang. Pre-order the Batman: Arkham Asylum Collectors Edition for the PLAYSTATION 3 here ($93.99) and Xbox 360 here ($90.99). Pre-orders include the "Batman: Arkham Asylum" comic book (from Amazon.com).
For more details on Batman Arkham Asylum, visit the official website here.
It's time to crank up some Gears of War 2, Gearheads. Epic Games has announced a special Double XP Fourth of July weekend. There's some explosive action to be found for those of you looking for some gaming fireworks.
Details from Epic Games:
"Gears of War 2 celebrates the Fourth of July holiday with an explosive Double XP Weekend! Starting Friday, July 3, and running through the weekend, Gearheads can expect double XP in all game types, as well as bonus XP for those teams emerging victorious from battle. And if you’re in the mood for fireworks, be sure to check out the special all-Ticker rounds in every tenth wave of Horde!"
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