[ES]: E3 2012 ya está cerca, y una de las grandes empresas de videojuegos ha compartido su lista de juegos que todo jugador en E3 2012 logrará probar. Durante la expo, los ‘gamers’ podrán jugar demostraciones de diversos juegos tales como Kingdom Hearts 3D [Dream Drop Distance], Sleeping Dogs, American Mensa Academy, Final Fantasy Dimensions y muchos más para distintas plataformas. “De los mundos de fantasía llenos de algunos de los personajes más reconocibles de la industria a contenido innovador y original, la línea de Square Enix en el E3 de este año es uno de los más fuertes en la industria”, mencionó el presidente y jefe ejecutivo de Square Enix, Inc. Parece que SE va a salir triunfando este año. Algo sí que me he dado cuenta, no han hecho ningún juego para el Wii. ¿Nos sorprenderán con uno para el Wii U? ¿Nos hablarán también de Kingdom Hearts HD Remix?
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Square Enix To Showcase Powerful And Diverse Lineup At E3 2012
Range of Titles Includes HITMAN: ABSOLUTION, TOMB RAIDER, Quantum Conundrum, 25 Years of FINAL FANTASY and More
LOS ANGELES, May 30, 2012 /PRNewswire/ – Square Enix, Inc., the publishers of SQUARE ENIX® interactive entertainment products in the Americas, today announced its title lineup for E3 2012. With one of the most powerful and diverse lineups in company history, Square Enix will show off classic franchises and original titles with exclusive footage and hands-on demos including the return of Agent 47™ in HITMAN®: ABSOLUTION™, the engaging puzzle gameplay of Quantum Conundrum™, the open world action of Sleeping Dogs™ and a number of innovative mobile titles.
“At this year’s E3, Square Enix will have one of the most comprehensive and diverse portfolios of titles available in its history,” said Yoichi Wada, president and representative director of Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd. “Our mission is to entertain and engage a wide range of consumers with the best possible interactive experiences.”
“From fantasy worlds filled with some of the industry’s most identifiable characters to innovative, original content, the lineup from Square Enix at this year’s E3 is one of the strongest in the industry,” said Mike Fischer, president and chief executive officer of Square Enix, Inc.
To get a first-hand look at upcoming games from Square Enix, please visit booth 1647 in the South Hall of the Los Angeles Convention Center. E3 attendees will be able to experience exclusive theater presentations for Quantum Conundrum, Sleeping Dogs and HITMAN: ABSOLUTION and preview and play the following Square Enix titles: Continue reading ‘Square Enix @ E3 2012: The game lineup | La alineación de juegos’
[ES]: La financiación en masa es una nueva manera de cooperar con proyectores interesantes. Kickstartes facilita el proceso, y parece que EA ha visto que tan efectivo funciona la financiación en masa. Ahora, EA quiere cooperar con cualquier desarrollador en distribuir un juego exitoso de financiación en masa por 90 días vía Origin. Es una gran manera no solo e expander juegos, sino de traer a más gente al servicio de distribución de juegos en línea de EA.
[EN]: Crowd-funding is a new way to cooperate with interesting projects. Kickstarter is facilitating the process, and it seems like EA has seen how effective crowd-funding works. Now, EA wants to cooperate with any developer planning on distributing a successful crowd-funded game for 90 days via Origin. It is a great way to not only expand games, but also to bring more people into EA’s online game distribution service.
Origin Waives Distribution Fees for Crowd-Funded Games
90-Day Global Offer Will Help Developers Reach Millions Of Gamers Worldwide
REDWOOD CITY, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ:EA) announced today a program to waive distribution fees on Origin™ for any developer that has a successfully crowd-funded, ready-to-publish downloadable PC game. Origin will provide distribution services free of charge for 90 days after the game’s launch, giving new crowd-funded games a chance to reach the growing Origin audience of more than 12 million registered users worldwide.
“Having Origin waive their distribution fees for 90 days for fan funded games is a major economic bonus for small developers. We look forward to bringing Wasteland 2 to the Origin audience.”
“The public support for crowd-funding creative game ideas coming from small developers today is nothing short of phenomenal,” said David DeMartini, Senior Vice President of Origin at EA. “It’s also incredibly healthy for the gaming industry. Gamers around the world deserve a chance to play every great new game, and by waiving distribution fees on Origin we can help make that a reality for successfully crowd-funded developers.”
[EN]: As a PC gamer, I get to play some titles that may not get to appear on consoles or that I simply believe are better when played with a keyboard and a mouse. If you are like me, then you should be happy to know Steam and GameStop are partnering in order to provide more of PC and Mac gaming to the masses. With Steam Wallet, gamers can purchase titles via this service at all U.S. GameStop locations with $20 and $50 denominations. Fans of computer gaming should be smiling now, especially if they’ve had problems buying games online with their debit or credit cards, like some gamers in Puerto Rico.
[ES]: Como un jugador de juegos PC, llego a jugar unos títulos que quizá no aparezcan en las consolas o que simplemente sean mejor jugados con un teclado y un ratón. Si eres como yo, entonces debes estar contento de saber que Steam y GameStop se unen para ofrecer más de juegos PC y Mac a las masas. Con Steam Wallet, los jugadores pueden comprar títulos vía este servicio en todas las tiendas GameSpot de los Estados Unidos con denominaciones de $20 y $50. Los aficionados de juegos de computadoras deberá estar sonriendo ahora, especialmente si han tenido problemas comprando juegos online con sus tarjetas de debito o de credito, como algunos jugadores in Puerto Rico.
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Steam Wallet Comes to GameStop Stores
Steam Wallet Codes available for purchase in more than 4,400 stores starting today
GRAPEVINE, Texas–(BUSINESS WIRE)–May. 14, 2012– GameStop Corp. (NYSE: GME), the world’s largest multichannel video game retailer, in partnership with Valve, creators of Steam, a leading platform for the delivery and management of PC and Mac games with over 40 million accounts, today announced the nationwide availability of the Steam Wallet at all U.S. GameStop locations. Steam Wallet codes will be available in $20 and $50 denominations giving PC and Mac gamers immediate access to Steam’s more than 1,800 titles.
“We are thrilled to be partnering with Valve on this new initiative,” said Steve Nix, GameStop’s GM of Digital Distribution. “This gives even more options to customers now that they can put money in their Steam Wallet using cash, gift cards or trade credits through our convenient neighborhood locations.”
“GameStop is the most recognized game retailer in the world and a leader in providing a state-of-the-art shopping experience for its customers,” said Jason Holtman, Valve’s Director of Business Development. “Offering Steam Wallet codes at GameStop extends more options and convenience to gamers around to the world.”
GameStop Corp. (NYSE: GME), a Fortune 500 and S&P 500 company headquartered in Grapevine, Texas, is the world’s largest multichannel video game retailer. GameStop’s retail network and family of brands include 6,614 company-operated stores in 15 countries worldwide and online atwww.GameStop.com. The network also includes: www.Kongregate.com, a leading browser-based game site; Game Informer(R) magazine, the leading multi-platform video game publication; Spawn Labs, a streaming technology company; and a digital PC game distribution platform available at www.GameStop.com/pc.
General information on GameStop Corp. can be obtained at the company’s corporate website. FollowGameStop on Twitter @ www.twitter.com/GameStop and find GameStop on Facebook @www.facebook.com/GameStop.
[ES]: Si eres un gran jugador en juegos de disparos en tercera persona, deberías tomar esta oportunidad para probar la versión cerrada beta de Mercenary Ops. Para lograr jugar este juego hecho por una división de Epic Games (los de hacen el motor de videojuegos Unreal Engine 3), visita el perfil del juego en Facebook [http://www.facebook.com/MercenaryOpsGame], has clic en “Like”, y así tendrás una oportunidad de jugarlo antes que otros, así de simple, con solo adquiriendo un código.
Si te conviertes en uno de los escogidos para jugar este juego de disparos gratis, formarás parte del primer grupo de probadores desde el 20 de junio. Aquel grupo seleccionado probará seis distintos modos de juego en distintos mapas dinámicos. Hasta ocho jugadores podrán competir a la vez en misiones cooperativas a luchar contra enemigos y jefes controlados por inteligencia artificial vía el modo multijugador en línea.
Mercenary Ops hará su debut este verano, y no costará nada para descargarlo. Sí tendrá un sistema de micro-transacciones para desbloquear y personalizar sus armas y equipo que también pueden ser adquiridos por el sistema de botín (loot).
[EN - Press Release]:
Mercenary Ops Now Accepting Closed Beta Applicants
Experience this Free-to-Play, Third-Person Multiplayer PC Shooter Before Everyone Else
SAN JOSE, Calif. – May 14, 2012 – Applicants are now being considered for the closed beta phase of the upcoming action-packed, third-person PC shooter, Mercenary Ops. For all those interested in participating, just “Like” Mercenary Ops on Facebook for your chance to obtain a closed beta key.
The first group of beta testers will be allowed in on June 20, 2012. During this beta test phase, players will be able to do battle in 6 different intense game modes and across a number of dynamic maps. Those that participate will get to experience the fast-paced action of the competitive online multiplayer matches along with the cooperative missions of up to 8 players against deadly hordes of AI controlled enemies and mini-bosses.
Mercenary Ops will be free to download and play at launch this summer. The game features an optional microtransaction system that allows players to unlock and customize their weapons and equipment through special upgrades; all of which can also be obtained through the game’s loot system.
“Balancing is always a major concern when it comes to online shooters, especially when they are free-to-play,” said Mercenary Ops Producer, Jason Sharp. “Because of this, we have committed heavily to testing the game internally and have even invited some of the world’s best professional gamers for their invaluable feedback. With the launch of our closed beta we will have the chance to garner even more feedback, this time from general shooter fans.”
Set in the near future when powerful corporations have led to the imminent downfall of humanity, Mercenary Ops pits deadly guns-for-hire against each other, as well as other hostile forces, in a struggle for wealth and survival. The game combines the tactical gameplay elements found in other third-person shooters with the fast-paced action of online multiplayer titles. Mercenary Ops puts an equal emphasis on competitive play and team-based cooperative missions, providing players with a truly action-packed and explosive experience.
Mercenary Ops was created using Unreal Engine 3. The engine was selected for its cutting-edge graphics, multi-core processor support, optimization for the PC and massive world support.
Kalends is a Bay Area-based game publisher dedicated to bringing high quality and innovation to online multiplayer PC gaming. Their upcoming title — Mercenary Ops, an action-packed, third-person shooter developed by Yingpei Games, Ltd. — is scheduled for release in Summer 2012.
[EN]: Atlus released a very infromative video about the development of Game of Thrones and the participation of George Martin in it. It is really worth watching to have an idea as to how people at Cyanide Studio worked in the making of the game. The game will make its debut on May 15.
[ES]: Atlus dio a conocer un video muy infromative sobre el desarrollo de Juego de Tronos y la participación de George Martin en el mismo. Realmente vale la pena ver para tener una idea de cómo la gente de Cyanide Studio trabajó en la elaboración del juego. El juego hará su debut este 15 de mayo.
[ES]: Para aquellos que ordenen con anticipación el juego Hitman: Absolution en una tienda GameSpot en Norte América, un nivel separado del juego principal estará disponible que desafiará tu habilidad como un francotirador. A partir del 15 de mayo, los que pre-ordenen el juego recibirán Hitman: Sniper Challenge vía Xbox Live and PlayStation Network. Si prefieres obtener la versión PC, tendrás que esperar hasta el 1ro de agosto para recibir Sniper Challenge. Pero, ¿de qué se trata el Sniper Challenge? Tu misión será de acabar con un jefe ejecutivo y a sus guardaespaldas. El mejor francotirador, cuando salga Hitman: Absolution a la venta, ganará un pasaje para dos a Copenhagen, Dinamarca donde llegarán a conocer al equipo que trabajó en el desarrollo del juego. Además, personajes semejantes de ellos aparecerán en el siguiente juego de S
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SQUARE ENIX, INC. AND GAMESTOP PUT THE CROSSHAIRS ON HITMAN: ABSOLUTION WITH ANNOUNCEMENT OF GROUNDBREAKING PRE-ORDER INITIATIVE Players Who Pre-Order HITMAN: ABSOLUTION at GameStop Can Immediately* Play Stand-alone HITMAN: SNIPER CHALLENGE Experience
LOS ANGELES (May 10, 2012) – Square Enix, Inc., the publisher of SQUARE ENIX® interactive entertainment products in the Americas, in association with GameStop®, the world’s largest multichannel video game retailer, today announced HITMAN: SNIPER CHALLENGE™, a stand-alone sniper experience exclusively in North America for GameStop customers who pre-order HITMAN®: ABSOLUTION™. The HITMAN: SNIPER CHALLENGE pre-order promotion will be available starting May 15, 2012. HITMAN: ABSOLUTION will be available on November 20, 2012 for the PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system, Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and Windows PC.
Developed by IO Interactive A/S, a Square Enix studio, HITMAN: SNIPER CHALLENGE is not part of the main game, but a stand-alone experience to reward fans who pre-order HITMAN: ABSOLUTION. Players can don the suit of Agent 47 as he takes on an exclusive assassination assignment. From a balcony overlooking a rooftop gathering, players will be tasked with taking out Richard Strong, Jr., CEO of Stallion Armaments, along with his entire staff of bodyguards. Skilled players will capitalize on score multipliers, hidden secrets, unlock equipment upgrades and marvel at the many creative ways one can discretely dispose of a body while they work to fulfil their contract in the most efficient way possible.
An online leaderboard allows players to compare their sniping abilities with monthly prizes, keeping the stakes high through launch. In North America, the top sniper at the time of HITMAN: ABSOLUTION’s launch will win a trip for two to Copenhagen, Denmark where they will meet with the HITMAN development team and have their likeness incorporated into the next HITMAN game. Keep an eye on www.HitmanSniper.com for more details. Additionally, the high-powered Kazo TRG sniper rifle used in the challenge can be carried over into the main game along with all the “Sniper Challenge” upgrades and unlockables earned.
“HITMAN: SNIPER CHALLENGE sets a new industry standard for pre-order incentives,” said Mona Hamilton, vice president of marketing at Square Enix, Inc. “For all those HITMAN fans that just can’t wait to play HITMAN: ABSOLUTION, they can immediately take part in an exclusive competition featuring the original assassin when they pre-order at GameStop.”
Available May 15, HITMAN: SNIPER CHALLENGE will be downloadable exclusively for customers who pre-order through GameStop for the PlayStation®Network and Xbox LIVE®. The Windows PC version will be made available through Steam on August 1, 2012. For more information, please visit: www.HitmanSniper.com.
* Customers will be able to pre-order HITMAN: ABSOLUTION from May 15 and will be able to play HITMAN: SNIPER CHALLENGE from May 15 through access to Xbox LIVE or PlayStation Network. The PC version will be made available through Steam from August 1. Terms of the pre-order program will be set by individual retailers in each country where HITMAN: ABSOLUTION is available for pre-order. Please refer to retailers for full terms and details.
About HITMAN: ABSOLUTION
HITMAN: ABSOLUTION follows Agent 47, a cold-blooded assassin, who takes on his most dangerous contract to date. Betrayed by those he once trusted — and now hunted by the police — Agent 47 suddenly finds himself at the center of a dark conspiracy and must embark on a personal journey through a corrupt and twisted world.
Developed by IO Interactive A/S, a Square Enix studio, HITMAN: ABSOLUTION is not yet rated. Please visit the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB) website at www.esrb.org for more information about ratings.
Related Links
HITMAN: SNIPER CHALLENGE Official website: http://www.HitmanSniper.com
HITMAN: ABSOLUTION Official Homepage: http://www.Hitman.com
HITMAN: ABSOLUTION Official Facebook® page: http://www.facebook.com/Hitman
Join the HITMAN community: http://www.barcodesociety.com
About GameStop GameStop Corp. (NYSE: GME - News), a Fortune 500 and S&P 500 company headquartered in Grapevine, Texas, is the world’s largest multichannel video game retailer. GameStop’s retail network and family of brands include 6,683 company-operated stores in 17 countries worldwide and online at www.GameStop.com. The network also includes: www.Kongregate.com, a leading browser-based game site; Game Informer(R) magazine, the leading multi-platform video game publication; Spawn Labs, a streaming technology company; and a digital PC game distribution platform available at www.GameStop.com/pc.
General information on GameStop Corp. can be obtained at the company’s corporate website. Follow GameStop on Twitter @ www.twitter.com/GameStop and find GameStop on Facebook @ www.facebook.com/GameStop.
About Square Enix, Inc. Square Enix, Inc. develops, publishes, distributes and licenses SQUARE ENIX®, EIDOS® and TAITO® branded entertainment content throughout the Americas as part of the Square Enix Group. The Square Enix Group operates a global network of leading development studios and boasts a valuable portfolio of intellectual property, including: FINAL FANTASY®, which has sold over 100 million units worldwide; DRAGON QUEST®, which has sold over 59 million units worldwide; TOMB RAIDER®, which has sold over 35 million units worldwide; and the legendary SPACE INVADERS®. Square Enix, Inc. is a U.S.-based, wholly-owned subsidiary of Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd.
[EN]: Reverb Publishing released a trailer of the game Primal Carnage, being developed by Lukewarm Media. By the looks of the video, the graphics look great, even though it’s just an alpha footage of this first- and third-person shooter game. In this man-vs-dinosaurs online deathmatch, you choose who you want to be: either a member of a group of people who want to finish off the dinosaurs, or destroy whatever and whoever is in your path. This game is bringing even more variety to the FPS genre. Take a look at the trailer and images.
[ES]: Reverb Publishing publicó un avance del juego Primal Carnage, que está siendo desarrollado por Lukewarm Media. Por la apariencia del vídeo, los gráficos se ven super, aunque es sólo un video de la versión alpha de este juego de tirador en primera y tercera persona. En este combate a la muerte en línea de hombres contra dinosaurios, eliges quién quieres ser: o bien un miembro de un grupo de personas que quieren acabar con los dinosaurios, o destruir lo que sea y a quien sea que esté en su camino. Este juego está trayendo aún más variedad al género de los juegos FPS. Echen un vistazo al avance y a las imágenes.
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Primal Carnage Lets Loose Dino Rage, Human Terror and Even More Breathtaking Alpha Footage
A predator’s thirst for prey cannot be satiated by anything other than a perfect kill, and soon players will be wielding the blood-parched, unrelenting force of history’s greatest generation of hunters – the dinosaurs. Delivered with immense pride by developer Lukewarm Media and publisher Reverb Publishing, Primal Carnage sets players in a man versus pre-historic beast online deathmatch as savvy survivalists collide with foes of brute force, allowing players to choose a side. A new video of alpha footage showcasing the FPS/third-person blend has been unveiled, and it packs a ton of primitive fury and human finesse.
The new alpha footage joins ranks with gameplay videos that have gotten hundreds of thousands of views (like this one here). The all-alpha, all-gameplay capture sheds brilliant light for the few gamers who’ve yet to see Primal Carnage awesomeness strewn about the Web. Many gamers also got to get their lucky paws on the game at the recent PAX East show in Boston – those that got their hands on it had an instantaneous attraction to the sinew and flesh fest. G4TV.com said that Primal Carnage “looks sharp and is a complete blast to play”, citing that it could become “one of the sleeper hits of the year.”
Make sure to keep an eye out, because there will be a slew of news coming soon, as well as information about the soon-to-be-launched and highly anticipated beta.
[EN]: After yesterday’s announcement of The Elder Scrolls Online, Bethesda released this morning the announcement trailer of this MMO. This game will be the first one to let players explore a vast universe with their friends online.
[ES]: Tras el anuncio de ayer de The Elder Scrolls Online, Bethesda lanzó esta mañana el trailer del anuncio de este MMO (juego masivo multijugador en línea). Este juego será el primero que permitirá a los jugadores explorar un enorme universo con sus amigos online.
[EN]: This morning, Square Enix distributed a new trailer to the media. It’s the first on a series of entirely gameplay videos, based on IO Interactive’s Glacier 2 technology, introducing the original assassin named Agent 47.
This third-person shooter game will have a mix of its old style of gameplay with new ones. Hitman: Abosultion will make its debut later this year on the PlayStation 3, xbox 360 and PC.
[ES]: Esta mañana, Square Enix lanzó un nuevo trailer a los medios de comunicación. Es el primero de una serie de videos completamente del juego en sí, basado en la tecnología “Glacier 2″ de IO Interactive, presentando al asesino original conocido como el Agente 47.
Este juego de disparos en tercera persona tendrá una mezcla de su estilo de juego clásico con otros nuevos. Hitman: Abosultion hará su debut más adelante este año en el PlayStation 3, Xbox 360 y PC.
[EN]: Mercenary Ops, developed by Yingpei Games (formerly known as Epic Games China), is an upcoming PC game that is basically a mix of two styles of gameplay. If you are already accustomed to tactical gameplay seen on third-person shooting games along AND fast-paced co-op & competitive online action, this seems like it could be a brand-new experience. Could this new IP (intelectual property) from the Epic Games Chinese division succeed in the States? It’s still early to say, even though it seems to combine elements from Call of Duty and Gears of War? We’ll have to wait and see if this genre that is so popular on the Xbox 360 will succeed on the PC.
[ES]: Mercenary Ops, desarrollado por los Yingpei Games (anteriormente conocido como Epic Games China), es un próximo juego de PC que es básicamente una mezcla de dos estilos de juego. Si ustedes ya están acostumbrados a los juegos en sí de táctica visto en los juegos de disparos en tercera persona y juegos de acción rápido en modo cooperativo ycompetitivo en línea, esto parece que podría ser una experiencia totalmente nueva. ¿Podría este nuevo IP (propiedad intelectual) de la división de Epic Games China tener éxito en los Estados Unidos? Todavía es pronto para decirlo, a pesar de que parece combinar elementos de Call of Duty y Gears of War? Tendremos que esperar y ver si este género que es tan popular en la Xbox 360 va a tener éxito en los PC.
Unleash Third-Person PC Shooter Fury with Mercenary Ops
SAN JOSE, Calif. – April 17, 2012 — PC shooter fans looking for a new twist on online multiplayer games are certain to find it this summer in Mercenary Ops. The new title combines the best of the tactical gameplay elements from conventional third-person shooters with the fast-paced competitive and cooperative team matches found in online multiplayer titles – and adds to the mix a deeper layer of character development and customization.
“In a third-person shooter, the online multiplayer aspect of the game always seems to be an after-thought to the single-player experience,” said Mercenary Ops Producer, Jason Sharp. “Because of this, we decided to concentrate on creating an entirely different online experience by looking at every facet of game design from that perspective. This decision resulted in a unique style of play that enhanced traditional tactical combat by requiring players to have a quicker, more aggressive attitude.”
Like other third-person shooters, Mercenary Ops implements cover-based mechanics and an active reload system as the foundation of the game’s design. Along with these familiar gameplay elements, the developers added the precise control and aiming abilities found only on the PC. In addition, the game was enhanced by adding destructible cover, an encumbrance system and maps designed with multiple threat vectors to shake up the stop-and-pop gameplay often found in third-person shooters.
Combat in Mercenary Ops puts an equal emphasis on both competitive play and team-based cooperative missions. In competitive multiplayer, up to 16 players can faceoff in five different, intense game modes, while in co-op, teams of 3 – 8 players take on hordes of AI controlled enemies and mini-bosses in a fight for survival.
Apart from the dynamic combat features, Mercenary Ops features an array of customization and advancement options. Players gain experience from killing enemies and completing difficult mission objectives, allowing for more opportunities to access weapon and equipment upgrades; some of which can only be obtained in select game modes.
Mercenary Ops was created using the Unreal Engine 3. The engine was selected for its cutting-edge graphics, multi-core processor support, optimization for the PC and massive world support.
Mercenary Ops will launch exclusively for the PC in Summer 2012. More information can be found at www.mercenaryopsgame.com.
About Kalends Publishing
Kalends is a Bay Area-based game publisher dedicated to bringing high quality and innovation to online multiplayer PC gaming. Their upcoming title — Mercenary Ops, an action-packed, third-person shooter developed by Yingpei Games, Ltd. — is scheduled for release in Summer 2012.
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