Archive for December, 2009



08
Dec
09

JetpactAttack.com – Make your own 2-D Dark Void game | Haz tu propio juego Dark Void en 2-D

From/De: Capcom
Grab your jetpacks and get ready to blast off as Capcom has launched Jetpack Attack! A fun new game for all you Dark Void fans out there, you can play and create your own 2-d adventure. So head on over to www.jetpackattack.com and check it out. Go crazy and remember, the sky’s the limit! 
 
In addition to being able to create your own adventure, various websites are holding contests for the best custom levels. For the full list of websites, head on over to our blog at: http://www.capcomunity.com/jgonzo/blog/2009/12/08/dark_void_presents_jetpack_attack__the_game.
08
Dec
09

Forza Motorsport 3 – Original Soundtrack

From/De:Sumthing Else Music Works
 
SUMTHING ELSE MUSIC WORKS ANNOUNCES RELEASE OF FORZA MOTORSPORT® 3 ORIGINAL SOUNDTRACK

Ambient Electronica Score Composed and Produced by Lance Hayes aka DJ Drunken Master

New York – December 7th, 2009 - Sumthing Else Music Works, through its licensing relationship with Microsoft Game Studios, proudly presents Forza Motorsport® 3 Original Soundtrack featuring the original music from the critically acclaimed racing game developed exclusively for Xbox 360. Created by the veteran team at Turn 10 Studios of Microsoft Game Studios, Forza Motorsport 3 unites the racing game genre, making it possible for everyone to experience the thrill of the world’s most exotic and exquisite cars. Forza Motorsport 3 Original Soundtrack will release on Dec. 8 to retail outlets through Sumthing Else Music Works www.sumthing.com, and will be available for digital download on Sumthing Digital www.sumthingdigital.com and iTunes®.

Forza Motorsport 3 Original Soundtrack includes 90 minutes of ambient electronica music created by award-winning composer and producer Lance Hayes aka DJ Drunken Master. The soundtrack features a broad range of music styles and overall chill demeanor encompassing primarily electronica, ambient and downtempo with forays into ambient breaks, illbient and acid jazz.

Composer Lance Hayes said, “This was truly a rare and amazing project to work on. I knew it had to be perfect because this was Forza but we also agreed that it had to be music that could stand on its own. We were looking for the right balance of listen-ability and edge.” With breathtaking high-definition graphics and the most advanced vehicle performance modeling in a video game, Forza Motorsport 3 includes a host of driving assists and adjustable skill levels to make the game a gripping pick-up-and-play experience for audiences of all ages and skill levels. For more information on Forza Motorsport 3, please visitwww.forzamotorsport.net.

For more information on Sumthing Else Music Works and its complete catalog of video game soundtracks, please visit www.sumthing.com and www.sumthingdigital.com.

About Sumthing Else Music Works, Inc.
Since its creation in the late 1990′s by the world-renowned song writer, musician and record producer, Nile Rodgers, Sumthing Else Music Works has become the acknowledged industry leader in licensing and distributing video game soundtracks. Possessing full in-house services worldwide, from retail marketing and sales through physical and digital distribution, Sumthing is partnered with the world’s leading video game developers and publishers including BioWare, Bungie Studios, Capcom, Crytek, Eidos Interactive, Epic Games, Gearbox Software, Microsoft, Mistwalker, Rare, SEGA, Silicon Knights, Sony Computer Entertainment and Ubisoft. Their catalog of titles includes the best selling video game soundtrack of all time, Halo 2: Volume One, as well as award-winning titles including: Borderlands, inFAMOUS, Halo 3: ODST, Resident Evil 5, Street Fighter IV, Halo Wars, Halo Trilogy, Gears of War 2, Fable II, Too Human, Brothers In Arms, Crysis, Advent Rising, Fable, Gears of War, Halo: Combat Evolved, Halo 2 Volume Two, Halo 3, Hitman: Blood Money, Hitman: Contracts, Jade Empire, Kameo: Elements of Power, Mass Effect, Red Steel, Unreal Tournament III, Freedom Fighters and many others.

Sumthing Else Music Works and Sumthing Distribution logos are copyright of their respective companies. All other names of products mentioned herein may be the trademarks of their respective owners.

07
Dec
09

EA/Visceral: Dead Space 2 [PS3/X360/PC]

From/De: EA

EA Brings the Terror to Space in Dead Space 2

Sequel to Award-Winning Horror Game Delivers Intense, Personal Saga That Sends Chills Through Deep Space

 REDWOOD CITY, Calif., Dec 07, 2009 (BUSINESS WIRE) — Visceral Games, an Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ:ERTS) studio announced today that the award-winning Dead Space(TM) franchise will continue to frighten gamers with its stunning sequel, Dead Space 2. Hero Isaac Clarke returns for another heart-pounding adventure, taking the fight to the Necromorphs in this thrilling action-horror experience. New tools to gruesomely slice and dismember the Necromorphs complement Isaac’s signature Plasma Cutter, empowering him as he meets new characters, explores epic Zero-G environments, and fights against a relentless necromorph onslaught. Survival isn’t the only thing on Isaac’s mind in Dead Space 2 - this time, he calls the shots.

“Like so many gamers worldwide, we love the Dead Space franchise and are very excited to announce a new game in the series,” said Nick Earl, Senior VP and Group General Manager at EA. “Visceral Games is quickly becoming known for delivering high-quality, action-packed games. Dead Space 2 is on target to deliver a jaw-dropping experience gamers won’t soon forget.”

“We’re thrilled to jump back into the series, making the next chapter in Isaac’s journey. The infection continues to spread throughout space and our hero Isaac Clarke is the only person able to contain it. There are still loads of necromorphs that need killing!” said Steve Papoutsis, Executive Producer of Dead Space 2. “In Dead Space 2, not everything is exactly as it seems. Expect plot twists that will surprise you and a huge cast of twisted, disgusting monsters that are sure to scare the daylights out of you.”

Originally launched in 2008, Dead Space quickly became one of EA’s top rated wholly-owned intellectual properties. With close to 100 industry awards and an average critic score of 89*, Dead Space became a hit with horror and videogame fans worldwide. In 2009, EA launched Dead Space Extraction, a prequel to the original Dead Space that expanded the fiction and brought the franchise to a new audience base.

Dead Space 2 is being developed for the PlayStation(R)3 computer entertainment system, the Xbox 360(R) video game and entertainment system and on PC. This product has not yet been rated by ESRB or PEGI. Follow us on twitter at: www.twitter.com/isaacclarke. Become a fan on Facebook at www.facebook.com/deadspace. For additional information and news, visit www.deadspacegame.com.

* According to Gamerankings.com and Metacritic.com

About Electronic Arts

Electronic Arts Inc. (EA), headquartered in Redwood City, California, is a leading global interactive entertainment software company. Founded in 1982, the Company develops, publishes, and distributes interactive software worldwide for video game systems, personal computers, wireless devices and the Internet. Electronic Arts markets its products under four brand names: EA(TM), EA SPORTS(TM), EA Mobile(TM) and POGO(TM). In fiscal 2009, EA posted GAAP net revenue of $4.2 billion and had 31 titles that sold more than one million copies. EA’s homepage and online game site is www.ea.com. More information about EA’s products and full text of press releases can be found on the Internet at http://info.ea.com.

EA, EA SPORTS, EA Mobile, POGO, Visceral Games, and Dead Space are trademarks or registered trademarks of Electronic Arts Inc. in the U.S. and/or other countries. “PlayStation” is a registered trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. Microsoft, Xbox, and Xbox 360 are trademarks of the Microsoft group of companies. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

SOURCE: Electronic Arts Inc.

07
Dec
09

AMD @ 2010 Int’l CES: Blue-Ray Stereoscopic 3D Playback

From/De: AMD

AMD Advances 3D Entertainment: Demonstrates Blu-ray Stereoscopic 3D Playback at 2010 International CES

Forthcoming Blu-ray Stereoscopic 3D Standard One of Many 3D Technologies AMD Supports in Driving the Art and Adoption of 3D Entertainment

SUNNYVALE, Calif. –(Business Wire)– Dec 07, 2009 AMD (NYSE: AMD) today announced that it will demonstrate the forthcoming Blu-ray stereoscopic 3D standard at the 2010 Consumer Electronics Show, showcasing how consumers will soon get to enjoy high-fidelity 3D entertainment once reserved only for theaters.

  • A new way to enjoy Blu-ray entertainment: Expected to hit store shelves in the second half of next year, Blu-ray stereoscopic 3D combines the crisp, high-definition images the format is known for with high-quality 3D visuals that seem to jump from the screen. As a contributing member of the Blu-ray Disc Association, AMD is working closely with technology partners as the format specifications are finalized over the coming year in order to help ensure compatibility with upcoming AMD hardware.
  • Seeing is believing: At the upcoming 2010 Consumer Electronics Show, AMD and CyberLink will jointly preview Blu-ray stereoscopic 3D entertainment for those in attendance. AMD will be located in the Grand Lobby (GL-8 and GL-10) of the Las Vegas Convention Center. The new standard is one of many 3D technologies AMD openly supports, along with 3D DLP televisions, dual-panel and line interleaved 3D monitors, and is part of AMD’s initiative to further both the art of 3D entertainment, and its adoption in homes worldwide through close collaboration with 3D technology partners, including OEMs, software developers and content distributors.
  • Continuing a proud tradition of technology leadership in graphics: Stereoscopic 3D for HD gaming and multimedia joins a long list of technologies that AMD has led the way in. Most recently AMD launched its series of next-generation ATI Radeon™ graphics cards, delivering the industry’s first and only support of DirectX 11 gaming currently, and multi-display entertainment made possible by AMD’s ground-breaking ATI Eyefinity technology.

“AMD has a long, proud tradition of delivering leading technologies to market – technologies that have a meaningful and positive impact on the PC experience,” said Rick Bergman, senior vice president, AMD Products Group. “Stereoscopic 3D is set to be one of these technologies, and that’s why AMD has committed the time and resources to ensure that when Blu-ray stereoscopic 3D is ready for the world, AMD will be ready to bring it to consumers, just as we have done recently with DirectX 11-capable hardware to support DirectX 11 gaming.”

“AMD has been a valuable partner, developing hardware optimized for the highest quality video and audio experience with PowerDVD Ultra,” said Alice H. Chang, CEO of CyberLink. “With the addition of stereoscopic 3D support for the next generation of Blu-ray discs, we’re ready to bring consumers an incredible new entertainment experience in the coming year. Our joint technology preview at the upcoming Consumer Electronics Show will give everyone a taste of what’s in store.”

Supporting Resources

  • AMD @ 2010 International Consumer Electronics Show:

About AMD

Advanced Micro Devices (NYSE: AMD) is an innovative technology company dedicated to collaborating with customers and technology partners to ignite the next generation of computing and graphics solutions at work, home and play. For more information, visit http://www.amd.com.

AMD, the AMD Arrow logo, ATI, the ATI logo, Radeon and combinations thereof, are trademarks of Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. Other names are for informational purposes only and may be trademarks of their respective owners.

06
Dec
09

Tarantino as samurai talking to a “dog” in Japanese | Tarantino como samurai hablando con un “perro” en japonés

Source/Fuente: Tarantino’s cheerily crazy Japanese cell phone ad [http://news.cnet.com/8301-17852_3-10410114-71.html?tag=newsLatestHeadlinesArea.0].

05
Dec
09

Tiger Parking Slam – AddictingGames.com

Just like Ballon Boy and former US president George W. Bush, a Flash game about someone’s “moment of misfortune” was bound to happen sooner or later. In this case, Tiger Woods has become the latest celebrity to be in that kind of games. It’s not an EA Sports one and probably one he would not like to play.

Al igual que Ballon Boy y el ex-presidente de EE.UU. George W. Bush, un juego de Flash acerca del “momento de la desgracia” de alguien tarde o temprano tenía que suceder. En este caso, Tiger Woods se ha convertido en la nueva celebridad en esa clase de juegos. No es uno de EA Sports y probablemente sea uno que no le gustaría jugar a él.

Source/Fuente: New Tiger Woods-Inspired Game Not What You May Think [http://www.news10.net/life/entertainment/game-guys/story.aspx?storyid=71341&catid=99], Tiger Parking Slam [http://www.addictinggames.com/tigerparkingslam.html].

04
Dec
09

Google offers multilingual search feature | Google ofrece función de búsqueda multilingüe

English | Español

Earlier today, on the day of the FIFA 2010 World Cup draw, Google introduced a new feature in its search engine that can help people look for information in multiple languages. Users can now search for more information in different languages at once. Though the option may not be seen at first, you can enable it by simply clicking on Show Options first (to open up the table at the left side of the screen) and then select Translated Search at the bottom of the menu. For people who want to conduct their search in more than one language (like I do), this is a great additional feature that Google now offers.

I will now be able to find the best coffee shop, restaurant or museum in South Africa. Too bad this sporting event will be the same week as E3 2010. But next year’s E3 will last only 3 days (the last one I attended was in 2006), and the World Cup will last a month, so, what will it be?: gaming’s best (yearly) expo or  the world’s most popular sporting event (which is just once every four years)? That is if I get to go. I haven’t yet been at a FIFA soccer game.

Español | English

Hoy temprano, en el día del sorteo de la Copa Mundial FIFA 2010, Google presentó una nueva función en su motor de búsqueda que puede ayudar a la gente a buscar información en múltiples idiomas. Los usuarios ahora pueden buscar más información en varias lenguas a la vez. Aunque la opción no puede ser vista en un principio, se puede activar con un simple clic en Mostrar opciones primero (para abrir la tabla en el lado izquierdo de la pantalla) y luego seleccionen Búsqueda multilingüe en la parte inferior del menú. Para las personas que quieren realizar su búsqueda en más de un idioma (como yo), esta es una gran característica adicional que Google ahora ofrece.

Ahora voy a ser capaz de encontrar la mejor tienda de café, restaurante o museo en Sudáfrica. Lástima que este evento deportivo será la misma semana que E3 2010. Pero el E3 del año próximo durará sólo 3 días (el última al que asistí fue en 2006), y la Copa del Mundo tendrá una duración de un mes, así que, ¿qué será?: La mejor exposición (anual) de videojuegos o el evento deportivo más popular del mundo (que es sólo una vez cada cuatro años)? Eso es si logro ir. Todavía no he estado en un partido de fútbol de la FIFA.

04
Dec
09

EA/Bioware: Gift of the Yeti [Facebook]

From/De: EA/Bioware

BioWare Introduces ‘Gift of the Yeti’ Facebook App

Players Can Raise Money for Child’s Play Charity and Earn Holiday Discount for Digital Purchase of Dragon Age: Origins

EDMONTON, Alberta–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Leading video game developer BioWare™, a division of Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ:ERTS), today announced Gift of the Yeti, a fun and fast-paced social game for people of all ages. Available now as a free1 Facebook app, the game has been developed at BioWare by the studio’s new R&D group, BioWare Labs™. Gamers who play Gift of the Yeti will receive a $10 discount2 off the purchase of the dark, heroic fantasy Dragon Age™: Origins. Additionally, BioWare will donate up to $10,000 to the Child’s Play charity, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing holiday gifts to children in need.

In the Gift of the Yeti game, players have a chance to help a sick Santa by delivering gifts on his behalf. Facebook friends can compete to beat each others’ high scores. The backstory of the Yeti will unfold through a clever Advent day calendar, with each day revealing a new piece of the storyline. Gift of the Yeti also allows players to choose from a variety of different gifts that they can send to their friends to invite them to save the day for Santa, and support the Child’s Play organization.

“Gift of the Yeti is BioWare’s digital holiday card to its fans. We use social networking as a powerful tool to connect meaningfully with our tremendous fan community,” said Dr. Ray Muzyka, co-founder of BioWare and the Group General Manager of the RPG/MMO Group at EA. “Gift of the Yeti is a fun, engaging holiday present from BioWare to our fans, the first in a series of compelling social experiences from BioWare Labs.”
Continue reading ‘EA/Bioware: Gift of the Yeti [Facebook]‘

03
Dec
09

SingStar Latino @ GameStop

From/De: GameStop

SingStar Latino Launches Exclusively at GameStop Stores Nationwide

Special Launch Events with Radio Remotes, Giveaways and Contests Scheduled for Select Stores in Texas, Arizona and California to Highlight Spanish-Language Music Video Game

GRAPEVINE, Texas–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Dec. 3, 2009– GameStop Corp. (NYSE:GME), the world’s largest video game and entertainment software retailer, announced it is the exclusive North Americaretail distributor for the launch of SingStar Latino, a Spanish-language music video game published by Sony Computer Entertainment that is now available nationwide.

SingStar Latino makes its debut for the PlayStation 2 and PlayStation 3 systems with 30 chart-topping Spanish-language singles and music videos from today’s hottest Latin artists and legends including David Bisbal, Natalia Lafourcade, Jon Secada and others. As with previous SingStar titles, SingStar Latino creates an interactive social singing experience by incorporating technology that recognizes the player’s pitch, tone and rhythm to accurately score them as they perform to real songs and music videos. The game also features various game play modes such as solo, duet, multi-player and party modes that increase overall player enjoyment.

“GameStop is heavily invested in the Hispanic community and Spanish-language customers, and we’re excited to be the exclusive retail launch partner for SingStar Latino at the start of our holiday shopping season,” said Paul Raines, GameStop’s chief operating officer. “No doubt, this high-quality interactive game will appeal to Spanish-language teens and young adults who have been somewhat overlooked by the music gaming genre to this point.”

SingStar Latino for PlayStation 3 ($39.99) and PlayStation 2 ($29.99) are now available at selectGameStop stores across the country and on www.GameStop.com. The microphone accessory is sold separately. GameStop is also hosting special SingStar Latino launch events at select stores this week in Austin, Texas, Phoenix, Ariz., and Sacramento, Calif., featuring top Spanish-language radio stations, giveaways and contests.

The game is rated “T” for teen for content that may be suitable for ages 13 and older. For more information, visit www.GameStop.com.

About GameStop Corp.

Headquartered in Grapevine, TX, GameStop Corp., a Fortune 500 and S&P 500 company, is the world’s largest video game and entertainment software retailer. The company operates 6,391 retail stores in 17 countries worldwide. The company also operates an e-commerce site, GameStop.com, and publishes Game Informer(R) magazine, a leading multi-platform video game publication.GameStop Corp. sells new and used video game software, hardware and accessories for video game systems from Sony, Nintendo, and Microsoft. In addition, the company sells PC entertainment software, related accessories and other merchandise. General information on GameStop Corp. can be obtained at the company’s corporate website: http://www.gamestopcorp.com.

Source: GameStop Corp.

03
Dec
09

Facebook’ing & Twitter’ing at the altar | Facebookeando y Twittereando en el altar

Facebook and Twitter have become an important communication tool for lots of people to keep in touch but, would you update your relationship status on the social networks after saying “Yes, I do” and before you kiss your couple?  This man did it and he wasn’t the only one updating his accounts.

Twitter y Facebook se han convertido en una herramienta de comunicación importante para mucha gente para mantenerse en contacto, pero, ¿actualizarías tu estado civil en las redes sociales tras decir “Sí, acepto” y antes de besar a su pareja?  Este hombre lo hizo y no fue el único que actualizó sus cuentas.




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