Sony Computer Entertainment has announced the release date of their next portable PlayStation game system, the PlayStation Vita. The release date of the PlayStation Vita is set for launch on February 22, 2012 in the United States. A $249.99 (MSRP) PS Vita Wi-Fi model and $299.99 (MSRP) PS Vita 3G/Wi-Fi model will be available. The PS Vita will also launch on February 22 in Canada and Latin America at $249.99 (Wi-Fi model), and in Europe for euro 249.99 (Wi-Fi model) and euro 299.99 (3G/Wi-Fi model). Pre-order the PlayStation Vita WiFi system here or the PlayStation Vita 3G/WiFi system here.
Nintendo of America has announced the third newest member to its 3D gaming movement, the Nintendo 3DS Flame Red system. The new Nintendo 3DS Flame Red system will be available starting September 9, 2011. This week brings the price drop the Nintendo 3DS, from $249.99 to $169.99 (Aqua Blue and Cosmo Black system). The Flame Red 3DS will be available starting 9/9/11 for $169.99 and debuts alongside the launch of Star Fox 64 3D.
“Nintendo 3DS is poised to be on fire for the holidays, with its new suggested retail price, great games and our new Flame Red color,” said Nintendo of America President Reggie Fils-Aime. “With major upcoming releases in the Star Fox, Pokémon and Mario series, in addition to downloadable offerings from Nintendo eShop, Nintendo Video and Netflix, the system offers new and fun experiences to owners on a daily basis.”
Today Deep Silver and game developer Techland have announced that Dead Island has gone gold. “Gone gold” means that the production for the game’s launch is complete and millions of zombies are now being replicated for the masses. The North America launch date is locked for September 6, 2011. Dead Island is the zombie survival horror FPS that gamers have been eagerly awaiting since the teaser trailer for the game first hit. A new co-op gameplay trailer has been released, showing how you and your buddies can take on the hordes of undead. Watch it below!
Today, Bethesda Softworks has finally announced The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Collector’s Edition. It may be no surprise to fans that a Collector’s Edition was in the works, or very highly hoped for, but Bethesda has unveiled the details of it today. Jumping right to it, here is what will be included in The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Collector’s Edition alongside the game (as noted by Bethesda):
Alduin Statue: Created in conjunction with the IP Factory, this collector’s only statue stands 12” tall and is made of high quality PVC. Modeled from actual in-game 3D digital files, it showcases Alduin, the World Eater. He stands perched atop one the game’s many dragon walls that teach the player the lethal language of dragons.
‘The Art of Skyrim’ Official Art Book: Featuring over 200 pages of striking, full-color illustrations, sketches and models, this stunning 9 3/8” x 12 1/8” coffee table book showcases the characters, creatures, environments, and weaponry of Skyrim. With a foreword by game director Todd Howard and commentary from Bethesda Game Studios artists, readers will be guided through the game’s iconic visual style.
‘The Making of The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim’ DVD This documentary DVD contains exclusive, behind-the-scenes footage, including interviews with the Bethesda Game Studios team as they take you from concept to creation and provide insights into the story, gameplay, setting, legacy of the Elder Scrolls franchise, and much more.
The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Collector’s Edition is now available for pre-order, which will retail at $149.99 on its 11.11.11 release date. Dragon statue, fantasy art book and map make this RPG bundle complete. Your cue not to lose out on this ultimate fantasy package? It will be available in “extremely limited quantities.” Pre-order The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Collector’s Edition here for the PlayStation 3, Xbox 360 or PC.
Looking for a pass into Activision’s mega Call of Duty XP event for Modern Warfare 3? GameStop is giving away 450 tickets to Call of Duty XP, taking place in L.A. on September 2nd and 3rd. If you pre-order Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 from GameStop, you will be eligible to win one of 450 tickets to the event and will be given an entry to participate in the million dollar Call of Duty: Black Ops tournament.
Head to www.gamestop.com before August 5, 2011 to get your entry in the one million dollar Call of Duty: Black Ops tournament and before August 10th to enter in the Call of Duty XP 450 ticket giveaway. For the hardcore Call of Duty fan, it will be an event not to be missed!
Sony Computer Entertainment has announced the release date of their next portable PlayStation game system, the PlayStation Vita. The release date of the PlayStation Vita is set for launch on February 22, 2012 in the United States. A $249.99 (MSRP) PS Vita Wi-Fi model and $299.99 (MSRP) PS Vita 3G/Wi-Fi model will be available. The PS Vita will also launch on February 22 in Canada and Latin America at $249.99 (Wi-Fi model), and in Europe for euro 249.99 (Wi-Fi model) and euro 299.99 (3G/Wi-Fi model). Pre-order the PlayStation Vita WiFi system here or the PlayStation Vita 3G/WiFi system here.
