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 Gameguru Mania News - May,13 2008 - all 
Ubisoft caught in Assassin's Creed marketing war - briefly
(hx) 02:48 AM EDT - May,13 2008 - Post a comment / read (1)
Ever since the release of Assassin's Creed on the PC, there has been a controversy brewing over the game's support for DirectX 10.1 and it looks as if things aren't going to calm down. Now Bit-Tech has a bit of a follow-up posted in which NVIDIA denies any hand in the decision to remove DX10.1 support from the game:
Ubisoft confirmed that the decision to remove DirectX 10.1 support was made by the game developers and expressly denied any external influence. Michael Beadle, a senior PR manager at Ubisoft, admitted that there was some co-marketing between Nvidia and Ubisoft, but he said that "had nothing to do with the development team or with Assassin's Creed."

Nvidia, on the other hand, denied any financial agreement "Nvidia never paid for and will not pay for anything with Ubi. That is a completely false claim," said Derek Perez, Nvidia's director of public relations. In the past, during our talks with Nvidia's Developer Relations Team, the company has pointed out that Nvidia spends a lot of money sending its own engineers to development studios to help support them - whether or not that is what Beadle is referring to is unclear
 Gameguru Mania News - May,12 2008 - all
Star Wars: The Force Unleashed Interview - interview
(hx) 07:05 PM EDT - May,12 2008 - Post a comment / read (4)
Videogamer has conducted an interview with Cameron Suey, the producer in charge of the Xbox 360 and PS3 versions of Star Wars: The Force Unleashed, the upcoming next-gen Star Wars video game that takes place between the films Star Wars Episode III: Revenge of the Sith and Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope. The Force Unleashed was originally slated for release in November 2007 and was delayed to the Spring of 2008, but it was once again delayed to the Summer of 2008. It was then announced that it will be released on September 16, 2008.
VideoGamer.com: No PC...

CS: No PC as well, yes.

VideoGamer.com: We're a multiplatform website and some of our PC-owning readers have complained about this.

CS: And that's something that every time I read that, we do hear that complaint, it hurts. Our goal was we wanted to get this game to as many people as possible. I definitely wish it had been possible. However the PC being the gaming platform that it is, someone with a $4,000 high-end system would definitely be able to play the Euphoria, the DMM and really technical elements of the game. But someone with a low-end PC would have a watered down experience, they would have to turn all the settings down and it wouldn't be the same game. On the other hand if we made that game for as many people as possible, because we are trying to make mass market games, something that everybody can enjoy, well then it's not taking advantage of what those $4,000 systems can do. So one way or the other depending on how you build that lead PC SKU, it's not going to be for the same amount of people, it's going to be not as good or only for a select few people.

That said we're definitely not out of the PC market. It's just with our choice for this game, with the known quantity for the consoles, and every console is the same with the same processing power, it made sense for us to develop for those consoles.

VideoGamer.com: So the decision was purely about the PC being a varied platform?

CS: Exactly. And no matter where you pick that bar somebody's out of luck.

VideoGamer.com: It had nothing to do with piracy?

CS: I don't have my fingers in the pot of what goes into the legal part of pirating. I'm not really familiar with the figures. I understand it's a lot more prevalent in some areas than others.
GameTrailers compares PS3 GRID to 'PS3' GRID - console
(hx) 06:48 PM EDT - May,12 2008 - Post a comment
GameTrailers has sparked a massive, internet-wide flame war with its PlayStation 3 vs. Xbox 360 comparison video of GRID. Unfortunately for the site, both videos used in the movie were from the PS3 version, as seen clearly from the controller map in the bottom of the screen. Gametrailers has removed the video and according to various reports is removing all comments from the site related to the issue and has disabled it's email contact function in reaction to teh internets going shithouse mental. (thanks VideoGaming247)

Alone in the Dark - Theatrical Trailer - movie
(hx) 04:29 PM EDT - May,12 2008 - Post a comment
Are you afraid of the dark? ;-)

The game is set to hit PC, PlayStation 2, Xbox 360 and Wii on June 24, with a PlayStation 3 version following later this year.
BlizzCon 2008 Announced - briefly
(hx) 02:35 PM EDT - May,12 2008 - Post a comment / read (1)
Blizzard Entertainment has announced that it will be holding its third-ever BlizzCon gathering at the Anaheim Convention Center in Anaheim, California on October 10 and 11, 2008. Tickets will go for $100.
BlizzCon will offer a wide variety of activities to help all attendees get the most out of the two-day event. In addition to serving as a gathering place for the different Blizzard Entertainment gaming communities, attendees will be able to enjoy:

* Hands-on play time with upcoming Blizzard Entertainment releases
* Discussion panels with Blizzard Entertainment developers
* Competitive and casual tournaments for players to showcase their talents
* Areas and activities devoted to licensed products such as the World of Warcraft® Trading Card Game
* Costume, machinima, and character sound-alike contests with great prizes
* Commemorative merchandise based on the Blizzard Entertainment franchises
* A silent auction
* More exciting activities to be announced
 Gameguru Mania News - May,11 2008 - all
Assassin's Creed - in-house
(hx) 07:19 PM EDT - May,11 2008 - Post a comment / read (4)
My verdict? Personally I found the game to be a lot of fun to play, but it did get a bit boring to the end of it. I suggest renting before buying...
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Gothic 4: Arcana Shots - media
(hx) 06:03 AM EDT - May,11 2008 - Post a comment / read (2)
Here're some images from Gothic 4: Arcania, the upcoming fourth installment of the Gothic series. (thanks Tiscali Games)
 Gameguru Mania News - May,10 2008 - all
TechNews - XP SP3 cripples some PCs - tech
(hx) 07:04 AM EDT - May,10 2008 - Post a comment
Gears of War 2 Gameplay Trailer - movie
(hx) 04:10 AM EDT - May,10 2008 - Post a comment
As promised, Microsoft and Epic Games have delivered the first in-game footage of the cover-heavy action sequel Gears of War 2 (Xbox 360).
 Gameguru Mania News - May,09 2008 - all
New Brothers In Arms: Hell's Highway Shots - media
(hx) 07:58 PM EDT - May,09 2008 - Post a comment
Ubisoft has sent out five new screenshots from Brothers In Arms: Hell's Highway (PC, PS3, X360), Gearbox Software's upcoming World War 2 action game. The third Brothers in Arms game is currently set for an August release.
Top 5 hardest levels in video games - briefly
(hx) 07:50 PM EDT - May,09 2008 - Post a comment
How frustrating is it to replay a level again and again, especially when you're having trouble getting past a certain point. These are the levels when you pause the game go to GGMania and well use cheat codes. MSNBC has put up the Top 5 hardest levels in video games. Nintendo's Clubhouse Games makes it to the top.
"Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare's" two-part sniper mission is definitely a hard one to complete. It has you sneaking past enemy lines to take out a target, and then carrying a wounded teammate out to safety while a whole platoon of soldiers searches for you.

But the game becomes insanely difficult once you've made your way to the evacuation point. With nowhere to hide and a limited amount of ammunition, you have to defend yourself from the attacking army until you’re rescued. Good luck getting out of this one alive.
BioWare Eases Off Strict SecuROM Authentication - briefly
(hx) 07:03 PM EDT - May,09 2008 - Post a comment
Feeling the fire from a lot of potential customers, BioWare has announced that the authentication methods will be toned down considerably. A one time only activation is required and re-authentications will only come if new game content is downloaded and installed. However, you can only install Mass Effect on just three computers before further authorizations are required.
Q: Did BioWare and EA change their mind on requiring that the game be re-authorized every 10 days?

A: BioWare has always listened very closely to its fans and we made this decision to ensure we are delivering the best possible experience to them. To all the fans including our many friends in the armed services and internationally who expressed concerns that they would not be able re-authenticate as often as required, EA and BioWare want you to know that your feedback is important to us.
Microsoft orders 65nm Xbox 360 graphics chip - console
(hx) 05:50 PM EDT - May,09 2008 - Post a comment
According to a Taiwanese Economic News (TEN) report, MS has TSMC producing a 65nm version of the Xbox 360's graphics chip. The part, along with the 'Xenon' CPU - already fabbed by IBM at 65nm - will be stamped onto the motherboard by Nanya. TSMC is also making the ancillary chippery, it's said. The result will be 'Jasper', the forecast next version of the Xbox 360's core components. The original 360 has a 90nm GPU and a 90nm CPU. Last year, console based on the 'Falcon' platform incorporated the 65nm CPU. With the debut of Jasper and its 65nm GPU, the over-heating problems - manifested most clearly in the infamous Red Ring of Death - that have plagued no small number of Xbox 360 owners will evaporate. So Microsoft undoubtedly hopes, having had to replace many a console that has RRoD-ed. Even today, numerous Register Hardware readers have posted comments stating they have still had to send back malfunctioning consoles for replacement.
Race Driver GRID PC Demo - demo
(hx) 05:40 PM EDT - May,09 2008 - Post a comment / read (1)
Codemasters has released a playable PC demo of Race Driver: GRID, offering 3 events to compete in. Word is: "Charge a Ford Mustang GTR muscle car through the iconic streets of San Francisco, race a BMW 320Si in the Jarama Touring Car Race and drift around the docks of Yokohama in a Nissan Silvia S15. Race against 11 friends on your favourite track and test your mettle online or prove yourself in the single player game." The 893MB demo is mirrored on Atomic Gamer, CGO.ro, Exp.de, FileFront, FilePlanet, FileShack, GH.

Race Driver: GRID will be released for PC, PlayStation 3, Xbox 360 and Nintendo DS next month.
Call Of Duty 5 details revealed - briefly
(hx) 11:46 AM EDT - May,09 2008 - Post a comment
MCV reports that Call of Duty 5 was unveiled in a conference call where Activision discussed its most recent round of financial reporting. The firm talked of a new 'miliatary theatre' and confirmed that the title would be released for 360, PS3, PC and DS - but would also arrive on Wii and PS2, representing the first tiem the series had been playable on the duo for two years:
For Call of Duty, we'll bring the intensity of the recent Call of Duty: Modern Warfare title to yet a new military theater, to engage our significantly larger user based, which nearly doubled last year as new users came into the franchise. We'll launch on all four platforms we participated on in fiscal 2008 plus we will launch on the PS2 and the Wii. We'll drive category sales of downloadable maps and enhanced Call of Duty 4 retail SKUs.
Codemasters Agrees To F1 License Deal - briefly
(hx) 10:44 AM EDT - May,09 2008 - Post a comment
Codemasters sent out a press release announcing it has secured the exclusive video game rights to FORMULA 1. The worldwide deal provides Codemasters with rights to feature all Grand Prix circuits, FORMULA 1 teams, cars, and driver likenesses. Codemasters plans to develop a new F1 game for multiple platforms including PC, for release in 2009.
The FIA FORMULA ONE WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP games will be developed using the evolution of the award-winning EGO Game Technology Engine, Codemasters' highly versatile cross-platform middleware technology. Its advanced graphics and physics technology brings an unmatched cinematic quality and realism to interactive entertainment. The EGO Engine is currently being deployed in the creation of GRID, the latest in Codemasters Studio's international circuit-based racing series, set to be a landmark release when it launches on June 3.
Burnout Paradise Coming to PC - briefly
(hx) 10:36 AM EDT - May,09 2008 - Post a comment / read (1)
Burnout Paradise is coming to the PC, Electronic Arts announced today. The open-world racing game was originally released for Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3. The PC version of Burnout Paradise will include unspecified expanded multiplayer support, improved online features, and 'community driven content'.

No additional details, such as a release date, were announced, but more information is expected to be revealed later today. Gamers can tune into a live webcast at http://criteriongames.com at 8:00 AM PST.
WoW: Wrath of the Lich King - Vehicle Combat - movie
(hx) 09:56 AM EDT - May,09 2008 - Post a comment
Ride your winged beast into the heat of battle!

Wrath of the Lich King is the next World of Warcraft update, due later this year.
Battlefield: Bad Company Demo Coming June 5 - briefly
(hx) 09:49 AM EDT - May,09 2008 - Post a comment
Gamers looking to try out the upcoming Battlefield: Bad Company before its June 23 release will be able to do so June 5, with a single- and multiplayer demo hitting the Xbox Live Marketplace and Playstation Store that day, publisher Electronic Arts has announced. The single-player portion of the demo puts you at the start of your 'B' company career and introduces you to some of the game's characters, while the multiplayer part includes the Gold Rush mode on the Oasis map. People who pre-order the game at participating retailers will recive early access to the demo.
 Gameguru Mania News - May,08 2008 - all

Blizzard 'Studio Tour' (video) - briefly
(hx) 06:13 PM EDT - May,08 2008 - Post a comment / read (2)
1UP takes an inside look at the studio's headquarters.

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