Wild Hare Entertainment (Wild Hare), a recently established game publisher located in Dallas, Texas, today announced its plans to provide independent developers a cost-effective alternative to the traditional publishing and distribution models in the North American retail market. The change in the industry to a hits-driven business model and the rising cost of production have made it very difficult for the smaller independent developer to get signed or even noticed by a major publisher. "Everyone is trying so hard to be innovative that the soul of our industry has become clouded. We want to work with our partners to create … Continue reading Wild Hare Targets Independent Developers→
In response to the announcements that both the XBOX 360 and Playstation 3 will utilise High Definition formats for next generation game development; Xploder announced that it will launch the HDTV Game Player to allow Playstation 2 owners to upgrade their PS2 consoles, so that they can experience their favourite PS2 games in true High Definition quality via their HDTV sets. PS2 are supposed to be able to experience their games with enhanced image quality – standard PS2 games can be played in High Definition using the Xploder HDTV Game Player. They can also exploit the true capabilities of an … Continue reading Software Reportedly Makes PS2 HDTV Compatible→
Capcom, a leading worldwide developer and publisher of video games, today released its first title for Xbox Live Arcade, Street Fighter II' Hyper Fighting. In addition to several offline modes and numerous leaderboards and achievements, the game takes advantage of the new online features of Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and the console's powerful processing capabilities to create a seamless online multiplayer experience. Among several online game options is an exclusive mode called "Quarter Match", which introduces a new way of reliving the exhilarating arcade experience at home. Xbox 360 users can connect to the Xbox … Continue reading Street Fighter II Hits Xbox Live→
With Internet rumours flying about the death of the E3 Expo trade show, the Entertainment Software Ratings board today confirmed that the show would be severely scaled down from its present form, but insisted that the show will live on. "The world of interactive entertainment has changed since E3Expo was created 12 years ago. At that time we were focused on establishing the industry and securing orders for the holiday season," said Douglas Lowenstein, President of the ESA, the trade association representing U.S. computer and video game publishers and the owner of E3Expo. "Over the years, it has become clear … Continue reading E3 2007 To Be Drastically Scaled Down→
Konami Digital Entertainment, Inc., announced today an official online tournament for their tactical espionage action video game, Metal Gear Solid 3: Subsistence to take place between July 29th and September 17th. Sponsored and hosted by iGames, the tournament will let gamers compete with others nationwide for a chance to win a selection of incredible Metal Gear prizes and top honors as the best players in the country. Gamers will be able to register for the official Metal Gear Solid 3: Subsistence tournament on the iGames web site, www.igames.org or at iGames centers nationwide. The tournament will consist of a series … Continue reading Metal Gear Tourney Planned→
On July 24, 2006, AMD and ATI announced a plan to join forces, in a transaction that will combine AMD's technology leadership in microprocessors with ATI's strengths in graphics, chipsets and consumer electronics. The result is a processing powerhouse: a new competitor, better equipped to drive growth, innovation and choice for its customers in commercial and mobile computing segments and in rapidly-growing consumer electronics segments. The transaction, valued at US $5.4 billion, is expected to close in Q4 2006 subject to approval by ATI shareholders, court approval, regulatory approvals and other customary closing conditions. Headquartered in Sunnyvale, California with centers … Continue reading AMD To Buy ATI for $5.4 Billion→
Walt Doublestein has joined New York and Los Angeles based Channel M, David Teichner, Chief Executive Officer announced today. For the past 9 years, Walt worked at BBDO Detroit, where he was most recently Director Video Gaming & Non Traditional Marketing. He was one of the pioneers in videogame integration overseeing projects such as NASCAR 06 Total Team Control, Tony Hawk's Underground 2, Tony Hawk's American Wasteland, The Movies, and Tomb Raider: Legend. During his time at BBDO, Walt helped to launch DaimlerChrysler's Customer Relationship Management (CRM) activities on a global scope beginning with the global launch of the PT … Continue reading Walt Doublestein joins Channel M→
What happens when classic collector card play meets today's video gaming generation? Enter HyperScan, the first-of-its-kind game system that combines two of the most popular activities of kids today, allowing players to scan cards, enhance and modify their battle abilities and make their video game characters more powerful over time. Creating a whole new category of play, this hybrid gaming system utilizes CD-ROM and RFID technology, bringing the best of collector card games and video games together in one easy-to-use, highly customizable system. Available this October, HyperScan is designed for children ages eight and older and combines re-writable Intellicard technology … Continue reading HyperScan Game System Launches→
CCP Games is set to launch its first Collectible Card Game called "EVE: The Second Genesis", based on its award winning MMOG EVE Online, at the Gen Con Indy Show in Indianapolis, Indiana, August 10-13, 2006. "EVE: The Second Genesis" CCG challenges players to build up their empires and crush their opponents. Players use their deck of cards and wealth amassed to build starships to expand their Starfleet, expand their empires, and use all the dirty tricks up their sleeves in order to gain power and weaken their opponents. Booster packs will be available, containing 15 randomly assorted cards of … Continue reading Eve Online To Launch Collectable Card Game→
D3Publisher of America, Inc. (D3PA) is pleased to announce that WTF will ship to North American retail stores on September, 26, 2006. Created specifically for the PSPâ„¢ (PlayStationPortable) system, WTF is a crazy collection of fun and addictive mini-games that drive the player to perform sometimes trivial, sometimes mind-bending, but always fun jobs in pursuit of the almighty dollar. The latest in a long line of unique Japanese games that have gained popularity in the United States, WTF delivers gamers compelling, bite-sized morsels of frenzied arcade-style action unlike anything ever seen on the PSP system.
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