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Written by Rivithed
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Monday, 21 August 2006 |
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Here's a couple of the latest Wii rumblings I've heard on the 'net and on several podcasts:
- Wii rumored to sell for about $170 in Japan (from WiiGaming.com)
- Previous GameCube games will be re-adapted for re-release on the Wii. (Confirmed at Infendo).
- Gamestop says about 750,000 to be released in the US at launch. (From IGN's latest podcast)
- Wii controls feeling solid. (Alt.npr Podcast)
- Nintendo now officially owns wii.com. Check it out here: wii.com
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Xbox 360 News Bits
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Written by Rivithed
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Monday, 21 August 2006 |
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Included in the retail package of the Xbox Live Vision Camera was an inlay card for two Xbox Live Arcade games. One, coming out this Wednesday (and remember-- it is free for 2 days only!) is Texas Hold 'em. The other (which may have slipped under my gaming radar) is "Classic Board Games." The classic games included are: Checkers, Reversi, Mancala and Chess. No release date has been announced as of yet.
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General Gaming News Bits
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Written by Rivithed
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Monday, 21 August 2006 |
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Wonder what it is like working on the retail side of the gaming front? Check out stories from video game store employees "Hunter" and "Postman" as they share their experiences and vent their frustrations. Stories from clients who can't seem to get a Gameboy to work (because they don't push a cartridge in enough), a client attempting to trade in his used japanese anime porn (used before he had a girlfriend) and a customer trying to get a refund on a game which he claimed wasn't included in the game box, pointing out that a PS2 in-store kiosk was running it (which was actually a demo on the harddrive unit). Check out the candid retail gaming experiences they share here. Write Comment (3 Comments) |
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Games Coming Soon
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Written by Rivithed
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Monday, 21 August 2006 |
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Computer and Video Games (CVG) has posted a trailer demonstrating the first video game play footage of EA's upcoming Command & Conquer 3: Tiberium Wars. Check out the trailer of the upcoming PC game here. Visit the official web site here. C&C 3 is also planned for release on the Xbox 360.
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Sony PlayStation Portable (PSP) News Bits
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Written by Rivithed
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Monday, 21 August 2006 |
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Sony empowers girl gamers with a Pink PSP. Backed by P!nk, the limited edition will go on sale in Europe starting October 27, 2006. The package includes (for £169): A pink PSP, battery, AC adapter, white headphones, PSP pouch, wrist strap, a 32 meg Memory Stick Duo and a UMD featuring P!nk content.
A brand manager from SCEE says: "The P!nk PSP launch is much more than just launching a new colour. It is about a confident and powerful attitude for young women. The association with P!nk, a worldwide icon and musical chameleon, will enable PSP to push new boundaries."
Read more at Pro-G here.
A pink PS2 has also been spotted at IGN.
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Nintendo News Bits
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Written by Rivithed
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Monday, 21 August 2006 |
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Hack 'n slash sword swinging movement comes to Wii controls for Zelda: Twilight Princess. A report at IGN says the sword attack controls using the "B" button (demonstrated at E3) have been replaced with sword movement controls on the Wii motion controller. The bow controller trigger button has also been shifted (to the B button) to allow quicker shots.
It was recently announced that the Wii version of Zelda: Twilight Princess will not feature standard controller options (which may have lead to these updated controls). Zelda: Twilight Princess will be available in two Nintendo console formats: Wii and Gamecube.
Read the full report at IGN here.
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General Gaming News Bits
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Written by Rivithed
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Sunday, 20 August 2006 |
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QJ.net has posted the guide for the Leipzig Games Convention. Only a couple of days away. Everyone is hungry for some Wii info from the convention. Visit the official Games Convention site here. Makes you miss E3 more, doesn't it?
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Xbox 360 News Bits
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Written by Rivithed
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Sunday, 20 August 2006 |
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Toys "R" Us prematurely released its stock of Xbox Live Vision Cameras on its retail shelves this weekend. The Xbox Live Vision Camera is listed for release at EBGames.com for 9/19/06. Here's a summary of what is included in the $39.99 retail package we got a hold of:
- Xbox Live Vision Camera (for Xbox 360 and Windows PCs)
- Xbox 360 Headset
- Code for a free download of the Xbox Live Arcade Game UNO (not TotemBall, as thought earlier)
- Code for one free month of Xbox Live Gold Membership
Check with local Toys "R" Us stores to see if they are in stock, as they are not listed on the Toys "R" Us web site.
Can't find one? We are giving away one brand new, sealed retail package (within U.S. only). To enter, create a user account and register here (between 8/20/06 and 9/1/06) to join our e-mail list and to be able to post comments and you will automatically be entered to win. Your information will not be released to anyone and is strictly for posting comments on gamingbits.com and subscribing to our e-mail newsletter. One random winner will be selected from the new users who sign-up between 8/20/06 to 9/1/06. We'll announce the winner on Gaming Bits once the winner is confirmed and contacted. The Xbox Live Vision Camera will ship immediately after winner's address is received. The winner will have to send in a picture from the Xbox Live Vision Camera! Good luck!
See more pictures of the retail package below.
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General Gaming News Bits
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Written by Rivithed
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Saturday, 19 August 2006 |
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Unreal Engine 3 is looking like the next-gen game development tool of choice. The Unreal Engine 3 technology has been licensed to EA for next-gen games currently in the works.
From EA's 8/18/2006 press release:
"Epic Games and Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ:ERTS) today announced that they have entered into a license agreement for EA to adopt the Unreal(R) Engine 3 for use in several next-generation titles that are currently under development. With the largest studio operation in the world, EA employs a variety of engines, tools and technologies to best serve the needs of each game and development team.
Unreal Engine 3 is a vast array of core technologies, content creation tools, and support infrastructure used for developing next-generation console and PC games. The Unreal Engine has been designed to ease content creation and programming, with the goal of putting as much power as possible in the hands of artists with minimal programmer assistance; and to give programmers a highly modular and extensive framework for building, testing, and shipping games in a wide range of genres.
Paul Lee, president of EA studios commented, "At EA, we give our development teams the tools they need to make great games. We license cutting edge tools like the Unreal Engine 3 and combine them with our own systems to create state-of-the-art development technology."
"We're obviously thrilled to license Unreal Engine 3 to EA, the world leader in our industry," said Mark Rein, Vice President, Epic Games, Inc. "They have extremely talented development teams, and we're excited to see how they apply our technology to their high profile game projects."
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Sony PlayStation News Bits
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Written by Rivithed
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Saturday, 19 August 2006 |
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Here's a summary on the state of the upcoming Sony PS3 and the Sony PlayStation Portable from Gamespot's interview with Sony's Kaz Hirai:
For the Sony PS3:
- An analysis by Boston Research firm Yankee Group says "By the time third-generation consoles reach market maturity in 2011, the PlayStation 3 will once again be the market leader," claiming the PS3 will have a 44% market share at that time.
- Estimated 700,000 PS3 consoles planned for launch in US (2 million worldwide). Shortage? Even at $600?
- The PS3 is currently not in production, but China is gearing up for it.
- A definitive list of launch titles (first and third party) is yet to be determined.
- The PS3's PlayStation Network Platform (online) is planned for November 17, 2006 alongside the launch of the PS3 console.
For the Sony PSP:
- The Connect service for the PSP is still in the works.
- Downloadable PSone games are being planned for this year (not all 1,200 at once!)
- There are no current plans for a Sony PSP hardware re-design.
- There are no price drops on the Sony PSP any time soon.
What I want to know: Can the Sony PSP get "Castlevania: Symphony of the Night" on their PSP/PSone emulation before Xbox gets it on Xbox Live Arcade?
Read the full interview at Gamespot here.
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