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30
Jun
10

EA: More “Medal of Honor” beta invites | Más invitaciones beta de “Medal of Honor”

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Medal of Honor Beta Enters Phase 2 on PlayStation 3 and PC

Beta Coming Soon to Microsoft Xbox 360

REDWOOD CITY, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ:ERTS) today announced the second wave of the Medal of Honor™ beta, extending personal invites to many EA PlayStation® and PC shooter fans. By visiting http://gunclub.ea.com/ players can sign up to receive benefits ranging from in-game content unlocks, early access to beta tests and demos, as well as the hottest news and exclusive access to development teams. The Medal of Honor development team also confirmed that it is hard at work bringing the beta to the Xbox 360 videogame and entertainment system at quality. The free Medal of Honor beta program gives players on all three platforms an opportunity to experience the authentic action that the Game Critics nominated for “Best Online Multiplayer Award” during E3 2010.

“We would like to extend a gracious thank you to all of the PS3 and PC players for sharing their candid feedback on Medal of Honor and for pointing out areas of improvement. This is the beauty of a beta – your feedback will make the game better for everyone”

“We would like to extend a gracious thank you to all of the PS3 and PC players for sharing their candid feedback on Medal of Honor and for pointing out areas of improvement. This is the beauty of a beta – your feedback will make the game better for everyone,” said Greg Goodrich, Executive Producer of Medal of Honor. “Unfortunately, we have experienced a delay with the beta on the Xbox 360. To the Xbox 360 community, we say thank you for your patience. We are working to fix the issues that have caused this delay. We are eager to get the game up and running and look forward to receiving your constructive and candid feedback which will certainly help ensure the game exceeds expectations this Fall.”

When the Medal of Honor beta arrives on the Xbox 360, it will be open to players on that platform who have pre-ordered the game and will be extended to ensure Xbox 360 players have ample time to play and provide feedback for the final product. For more information on beta key distribution details go to www.medalofhonor.com/beta.

For the first time in its 11-year history, Medal of Honor leaves the WWII theatre and enters the modern day setting of war-torn Afghanistan told through the lens of a small band of fictional characters. Medal of Honor introduces players to the Tier 1 Operator, an elite warrior and relatively unknown instrument of the U.S. Military that operates under the National Command Authority, taking on missions no one else can handle.

Medal of Honor launches on October 12, 2010 in North America (Oct. 15 in EU) for the PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system, Xbox 360® videogame and entertainment system and PC. Follow the game on twitter at: http://www.twitter.com/medalofhonor or become a fan on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/medalofhonor.

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 SPORTS™, EA™, EA Mobile™ and POGO™. In fiscal 2010, EA posted GAAP net revenue of $3.7 billion and had 27 titles that sold more than one million units. 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, and Medal of Honor are trademarks of Electronic Arts Inc. “PlayStation” is a registered trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. Xbox and Xbox 360 are trademarks of the Microsoft group of companies. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

30
Jun
10

Blizzard: “World of Warcraft: Cataclysm” Closed Beta

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Blizzard Entertainment Begins Closed Beta Test for World of Warcraft(R): Cataclysm(TM)

IRVINE, Calif., Jun 30, 2010 (BUSINESS WIRE) — Blizzard Entertainment announced today that the closed beta test for Cataclysm(TM), its highly anticipated new expansion for World of Warcraft(R), has begun. The company has started issuing invitations to participate in the testing process to a wide range of players from around the world who signed up via their Battle.net(R) accounts. While enjoying an early look at the game, beta testers will provide valuable feedback to help Blizzard Entertainment find bugs, address balance issues, and polish the new content.

“Our focus with Cataclysm has been to build on the knowledge we’ve gained through the previous expansions to deliver the best, most compelling World of Warcraft content for our players to date,” said Mike Morhaime, CEO and cofounder of Blizzard Entertainment. “Gathering focused feedback during the beta test will go a long way in helping us reach that goal when we launch Cataclysm later this year.”

Cataclysm is the third expansion for World of Warcraft, the most popular subscription-based massively multiplayer online role-playing game in the world. The first two expansions, The Burning Crusade(R) and Wrath of the Lich King(R), each shattered PC game sales records upon their release. In Cataclysm, the face of Azeroth will be forever altered by the return of the corrupted Dragon Aspect Deathwing. Players will explore once-familiar areas of the world that have now been reshaped by the devastation and filled with new adventures. In an effort to survive the planet-shattering cataclysm, two new playable races — worgen and goblins — will join the struggle between the Alliance and the Horde. As players journey to the new level cap of 85, they’ll discover newly revealed locations, acquire new levels of power, and come face to face with Deathwing in a battle to determine the fate of the world.

For more information on World of Warcraft: Cataclysm, please visit the official website at http://www.worldofwarcraft.com/cataclysm. To set up a Battle.net account and sign up for a chance to participate in the World of Warcraft: Cataclysm beta test, please visit the official Battle.net website at http://www.battle.net.

For press inquiries, please contact Shon Damron in Blizzard Entertainment public relations at sdamron@blizzard.com or (949) 955-1380 x12508.

About Blizzard Entertainment, Inc.

Best known for blockbuster hits including World of Warcraft(R) and the Warcraft(R), StarCraft(R), and Diablo(R) series, Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. (www.blizzard.com), a division of Activision Blizzard (NASDAQ: ATVI), is a premier developer and publisher of entertainment software renowned for creating some of the industry’s most critically acclaimed games. Blizzard Entertainment’s track record includes eleven #1-selling games and multiple Game of the Year awards. The company’s online-gaming service, Battle.net(R), is one of the largest in the world, with millions of active players.

30
Jun
10

Nintendo: “Behind-the-Scenes Look at New Nintendo Commercials with Seth Green”

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Behind-the-Scenes Look at New Nintendo Commercials with Seth Green

To celebrate the U.S. launch of Dragon Quest IX: Sentinel of the Starry Skies, actor /producer Seth Green will star in two new commercials for the game. In the ads, Green uses examples of the game’s customization options to help teens make decisions about which friend they should take to a concert, and what to wear on a date. The first will appear on June 30 at the premiere of The Twilight Saga: Eclipse. Launching exclusively for the Nintendo DS™ family of hand-held game systems on July 11, DRAGON QUEST IX: Sentinels of the Starry Skies is the latest entry in the popular DRAGON QUEST adventure series. It includes rich customization options that allow players to create their own in-game characters using a vast selection of clothing, weapons, special items and abilities. Players can also connect wirelessly with friends and share their adventure at any time in a cooperative multiplayer mode. The game has already become a social phenomenon in Japan, selling more than 4 million units.

30
Jun
10

EA: Need for Speed Hot Pursuit On Tour

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Need for Speed Hot Pursuit Hits the Streets on a Nationwide Seven-City Tour

Experience the Intensity of Cops versus Racers in the Ultimate Racing Videogame for the Connected Generation

REDWOOD CITY, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ:ERTS) today announced Need for Speed™ Hot Pursuit On Tour, a seven-city event that will take this year’s hottest racing videogame directly to fans before its release in November. Each stop on the Need for Speed Hot Pursuit On Tour will take place at a hot local venue, will feature world renowned hip hop and rock artists and will showcase an assortment of the world’s sexiest exotic cars including a one-of-a-kind Lamborghini cop car. The tour runs from July to November, culminating with the game’s launch on Nov. 16. Attendees will get hands-on with the game, making them the first to play the game before it hits stores this holiday. Need for Speed Hot Pursuit recently won the prestigious ‘Best Racing Game’ award at the Electronic Entertainment Expo from top media outlets including Game Informer, X-Play and G4tv.com, IGN, 1UP.com and Electric Playground.

Need for Speed Hot Pursuit On Tour kicks off on July 14 at the Manhattan Classic Car Club in New York City, headlined by the ‘godfather of mash-ups,’ DJ Z-Trip. To attend an event, register at http://www.needforspeed.com. Space is limited.

The full 7-city tour includes:

  • New York, July 14
  • Chicago, Aug. 5
  • Seattle, Sept. 4
  • San Francisco, Sept. 11
  • Austin, Oct. 7
  • Miami, Oct. 21
  • Los Angeles, Nov. 16

“Need for Speed Hot Pursuit puts players and their friends at the heart of the game. This game is about the heat of competition, cops versus racers, taking down your friends and showing them who owns the streets. These events celebrate that spirit of one-upmanship by getting friends together to play together, even before the game is released,” said Keith Munro, VP of marketing at EA.

In Need for Speed Hot Pursuit players experience the thrill of the chase and the rush of the escape as they play through full careers as both a cop and a racer – solo or connected. The blistering speeds, brutal busts and heart-stopping getaways are all connected via Need for Speed Autolog. This groundbreaking network connects friends for epic head-to-head pursuits and races, and also enables players to compare performances and stats for the ultimate social racing competition.

Developed by Criterion Games, Need for Speed Hot Pursuit will be available on Nov. 16, 2010 in North America and on Nov. 18 and 19, 2010 in Europe on the Xbox 360® videogame and entertainment system, PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system and PC. Need for Speed Hot Pursuit will also be available on the Wii™ and is being developed by Exient.

For more of the latest news, venue updates and information on Need for Speed Hot Pursuit On Tour, please visit http://www.needforspeed.com. Or become a fan on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/needforspeed and follow us on Twitter http://www.twitter.com/needforspeed.

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: EATM, EA SPORTSTM, EA MobileTM and POGOTM. In fiscal 2010, EA posted GAAP net revenue of $3.7 billion and had 27 titles that sold more than one million units. 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 and Need for Speed are trademarks of Electronic Arts Inc. The names, designs, and logos of all products are the property of their respective owners and used by permission. Microsoft and Xbox 360 are trademarks of the Microsoft group of companies. “PlayStation” are registered trademarks of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. Wii is a trademark of Nintendo. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

30
Jun
10

EverQuest: “Station Cash Mounts” Destriers Trailer & Pics – 2010.06.30

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29
Jun
10

Activision: DJ Hero’s “Dance Party Mix Pack” & GH’s “Pop 1 Track Pack”

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Lady Gaga, Rihanna, Pussycat Dolls, Maroon 5, Duran Duran and More Get Block Parties Rockin’ This 4th of July With New Jams for Guitar Hero(R) and DJ Hero(R)

Award-Winning Hits Available as Downloadable Songs and Mixes From World Renowned Pop Sensations

SANTA MONICA, Calif., June 29, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX News Network/ — Axe shredding rockaholics, virtual mix maestros and all of their friends will come together and party this holiday weekend with new downloadable content for Activision Publishing Inc.’s (Nasdaq: ATVI) Guitar Hero(R) and DJ Hero(R). Available today and featuring some of the biggest hits from global pop sensations such as Lady Gaga, Pussycat Dolls, Rihanna, Duran Duran and Maroon 5, the Pop 1 Track Pack for the Guitar Hero Music Library and the DJ Hero Dance Party Mix Pack will provide hours of nonstop, party rockin’, beat blastin’ entertainment for the whole crew to enjoy.

Setting the ones and twos ablaze today, the DJ Hero Dance Party Mix Pack delivers a trio of new mixes – Lady Gaga’s “Poker Face” Mixed With “Girls On Film” by Duran Duran, Pussycat Dolls’ “Buttons” beat juggle and Rihanna’s “S.O.S.” beat juggle – that will have digital DJ’s spinning, scratching and battling as they take their 4th of July parties to the next level.

Guitar Hero fans looking to pick up their axes, grab their drum sticks or rock the mic right are in for a treat this weekend with a trio of hit pop artists in the Pop 1 Track Pack for the Guitar Hero Music Library that will have these budding musicians rocking out with all their friends to Lady Gaga’s club anthem, “Just Dance,” Maroon 5′s hit single, “This Love” and the Synthpop hit, “Fireflies,” by Owl City.
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28
Jun
10

Sony: PS3 Firmware v3.40 – New Features / Nuevas Funciones

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June 28, 2010 – Sony Computer Entertainment America (SCEA) LLC today announced system software update (v3.40) for the PlayStation®3 (PS3™) system will be available soon, adding the PlayStation Plus subscription service package, enhancements to the connection between users’ PlayStation Network and Facebook accounts and other new features. Additionally, system software update (v6.30) for the PSP system will launch simultaneously with PS3 system software update (v3.40), adding PlayStation Plus compatibility as well as other minor features.

Main updated features from PS3 system software update (v3.40) include:

  • PlayStation®Plus: A new subscription service package on PlayStation®Network, PlayStation Plus offers gamers exclusive services and content on June 29, 2010, worldwide. PlayStation Network users will be able to purchase membership* to PlayStation Plus, providing members with new options to enhance their gaming experience and enable them to gain a special set of features and content. All PlayStation Network users will continue to have free access to its unmatched and expanding suite of new and exclusive content, services and community focused tools – including online game play – while PlayStation Plus subscribers will gain access to an exclusive and expanding set of evolving features, content and functionality.
  • Photo Gallery: A new network based photo sharing feature is now available on the Photo Gallery. The enhancement allows PS3 users to upload, browse and comment on photos on sites such as Facebook and Picasa Web Album. PS3 users can also opt to share their photos between their PlayStation Network friends.
  • Video Editor & Uploader: Video Editor and Uploader is a new function found on the XrossMediaBar (XMB), which enables users to edit, save and upload video files stored on the PS3 system to sites such as Facebook or YouTube.*
  • Five Star Rating Support: Users can rate PlayStation Store content they have purchased with one to five star ratings.
  • Power Save Settings: The default setting for PS3 System Auto-Off will be set at two hours, providing users with additional power save options and further improving power save features on the PS3 system.

Additional Facebook Enhancements

In addition to the latest features introduced in PS3 system software update (v3.40), a separate, new PlayStation Network application will be made available on Facebook Platform. This builds upon what was previously launched with Trophies and the ability to share purchases from the PlayStation Store. Users can further integrate their PlayStation Network and Facebook accounts with this new application. The application allows them to display their PlayStation Network profile on Facebook, find out which of their Facebook friends have a PlayStation Network account and send them a PlayStation Network friend request, view the PlayStation Network friends’ online status, and add the PlayStation Network application tab on their Facebook Profile. More information will be available at: http://apps.facebook.com/playstation/.

Continued system software upgrades and the evolution of PlayStation Network ensure that the PS3 and PSP systems remain compelling offerings for years to come, with no additional investment from consumers. Further details and instructions on how to update the system software for the PS3 and PSP systems are available at http://www.us.playstation.com/PS3/Features/SystemUpdate and http://us.playstation.com/support/systemupdates/psp/.

28
Jun
10

Capcom announces new “Dead Rising 2″ release dates for North America & Europe | Capcom anuncia nuevas fechas de lanzamiento de “Dead Rising 2″ para América del Norte y Europa

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Since its official announcement on February 8th, 2009, Dead Rising 2 has had a couple of delays, including one that Capcom informed to the press a few hours ago. The first delay (in December 2009) did not just affect DR2 but also other important games for Capcom such as Super Street Fighter IV and Lost Planet 2 due to avoiding competition to maximize sales [http://xbox360.gamespy.com/articles/105/1057118p1.html]. The previous release date was August 31, 2010. Today, the Capcom USA PR office informed the press of a delay with the following statement:

We are happy to confirm today that one of our most hotly anticipated titles of the Fall, Dead Rising 2, is set for release across North America on September 28, 2010. Sequel to the million plus seller, Dead Rising, and set in the gambling paradise of Fortune City, Dead Rising 2 introduces a new main character, Chuck Greene, and 1000’s of new zombies in this darkly comedic, no holds-barred action title.

The European release date has also been affected. Its release date of September 3rd has been changed to October 1st.

Sources: Capcom USA PR; Digital Spy: ‘Dead Rising 2′ delayed until October [http://www.digitalspy.com/gaming/news/a234644/dead-rising-2-delayed-until-october.html]; Computerandvideogames.com: ‘Dead Rising 2′ Delayed [http://www.computerandvideogames.com/article.php?id=253581]; GameSpy: Capcom Delays Four Big Games – 2009.12.22 [http://xbox360.gamespy.com/articles/105/1057118p1.html].

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Desde su anuncio oficial el 8 de febrero de 2009, Dead Rising 2 ha tenido un par de retrasos, entre ellos uno que Capcom informó a la prensa hace unas pocas horas. La primera demora (en diciembre del 2009) no sólo afectó a DR2, sino también a otros juegos importantes de Capcom como Super Street Fighter IV y Lost Planet 2, a causa de evitar competencia para maximizar las ventas [http://xbox360.gamespy.com/articles/105/1057118p1.html]. La previa fecha de lanzamiento era el 31 de agosto de 2010. Hoy, la oficina de relaciones públicas de Capcom EE.UU. informó a la prensa de la demora con la siguiente declaración:

Estamos encantados de confirmar hoy que uno de nuestros títulos más anticipados del otoño, Dead Rising 2, se estrenará en Norteamérica el 28 de septiembre de 2010. Como secuela de la más ventas millonarias, Dead Rising, y puso en el paraíso de juego de la Ciudad Fortuna, Dead Rising 2 presenta a  un nuevo personaje principal, Chuck Greene, y a miles de nuevos zombies en este título de acción de comedia oscura  sin restricciones.

La fecha de lanzamiento europea se ha visto afectada. Su fecha de lanzamiento del 03 de septiembre se ha cambiado al 1ro de octubre.

Fuentes: Capcom USA PR; Digital Spy: ‘Dead Rising 2′ delayed until October [http://www.digitalspy.com/gaming/news/a234644/dead-rising-2-delayed-until-october.html]; Computerandvideogames.com: ‘Dead Rising 2′ Delayed [http://www.computerandvideogames.com/article.php?id=253581]; GameSpy: Capcom Delays Four Big Games – 2009.12.22 [http://xbox360.gamespy.com/articles/105/1057118p1.html].

27
Jun
10

EA: “Need for Speed World” – Developer Diary 2 – 2010.06.25

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26
Jun
10

505 Games: “Naughty Bear” – “Intensive Care Bears” Trailer – 2010.06.25

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