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Saturday, May 26, 2012
05/26/2012 - Disabled Gamers Supported by Indie Game BundleDisabled
Gamers Supported by Indie Game Bundlez The
AbleGamers Foundation has been chosen by IndieGala as IG5’s charity. Harpers Ferry, WV –May 26, 2012– The Ablegamers Foundation will be featured alongside the Red Cross as
one of the two charities supported by the IndieGala bundle where the industry’s hottest indie games and music are put
up in a pay-what-you-want style sale. “We are absolutely
honored by IndieGala’s founders,” says AbleGamers Editor-In-Chief Steve Spohn. “They have taken a real shine
to supporting the disabled community. They believe in the idea that every gamer should have a right to play spectacular game
regardless of disability or financial situation.” “Indie
bundles are important to the gaming industry,” says Craig Kaufman AbleGamers’ Indie Game Specialist. “They
help spread the word of awesome lesser-known indie games while raising money for under-funded charities like The AbleGamers
Foundation.” “AbleGamers has always supported the
indie development community,” said Mark Barlet, President and Co-Founder of the Ablegamers Foundation. “They are
always more receptive to adding accessibility in a timely manner than big studios can manage in order to include as many gamers
as possible. The passion that they have for games and sales like this is inspiring.” The Indie Gala V Bundle Sale is going on now, but will only be available for two weeks before it’s gone forever.
Please take advantage of and share this opportunity to own some wonderful games and help support a couple of great charities
in the process. For more information, please visit http://www.indiegala.com.
About The AbleGamers Foundation
The AbleGamers Foundation is a 501(c) (3) public charity that runs AbleGamers.com, which provides news and reviews on the
accessibility of mainstream video game titles, as well as consultation on assistive technology. As an alternative to
Serious Gaming, mainstream video games supply many disabled individuals and veterans with rehabilitation as well as social
stimulation in situations where they may be otherwise shut out of society's idea of normal everyday life. http://www.ablegamers.org
Submitted By: E. Thomas
Friday, May 25, 2012
05/25/2012 - Moonraker Movie Mission Unveiled for 007 LegendsMOONRAKER UNVEILED AS ONE OF SIX BOND MOVIE MISSIONS IN 007TM LEGENDS
A first-of-its-kind Bond video game, 007
Legends features an original, overarching storyline featuring six classic Bond films offering the most diverse
Bond gaming experience yet! As with the feature films, 007 Legends equips players with state-of-the-art
spy gadgets, an arsenal of weapons, including Bond’s signature Walther PPK, and sleek vehicles as they jet off to exotic
locations. Use Bond’s quick wits, class and style to take down notorious villains and their brutal henchmen, perform
impressive stunts and of course… gorgeous Bond women.
Fans can check out a Moonraker gameplay trailer at
www.007legends.com/social_media. For more information about 007 Legends, visit
the game’s official Web site – www.007Legends.com – and Facebook page – www.facebook.com/007LegendsGame. Planned to launch on 19th October, 2012, 007
Legends is being developed by Eurocom, under license from EON Productions Ltd. and Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios,
Inc. (MGM) for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, PlayStation®3
computer entertainment system and download on Windows PC.
Submitted By: E. Thomas
Thursday, May 24, 2012
05/24/2012 - Missle Monkey Comes to App StoreIndie iPhone Game Missile Monkey Now Available on the App Store
About Missile Monkey: The back story for this game involves an evil viking gorilla who has spread frightful
orange balloons across the game’s worlds, intending to strike fear into the hearts of the peaceful inhabitants. From
the war plane, the player must use his ballistics skills to blast aside all obstacles and destroy every last balloon of terror.
Missile Monkey contains eighty levels across four worlds rendered in stunning 3D graphics, in which the player uses
unique physics-based ballistics gameplay to restore peace and work toward the evil viking gorilla's ruin.
About
Munsey Clan Games: A cross-country collaboration, Munsey Clan Games is a father-son team comprised of scripter Paul
Munsey and artist Josiah Munsey.
Trailer: http://www.missilemonkey.com/Index.html or http://youtu.be/ZZ2U3rM5r7U
Online Demo (contains six levels from first world): http://www.missilemonkey.com/demo.html
App Store: http://itunes.apple.com/app/missile-monkey/id521659388?mt=8
App Store (Light version): http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/missile-monkey-lite/id514298618?mt=8
Press Images:http://www.missilemonkey.com/screenshots.htmlhttp://www.missilemonkey.com/missile_monkey_jungle.jpghttp://www.missilemonkey.com/missile_monkey_flower.jpghttp://www.missilemonkey.com/missile_monkey_snow.jpghttp://www.missilemonkey.com/missile_monkey_temple.jpgSubmitted By: E. Thomas
Wednesday, May 23, 2012
05/23/2012 - Ubisoft Reveals Explosive E3 LineupUBISOFT® REVEALS E3
LINEUP FULL OF BLOCKBUSTER GAMES AND SURPRISES
Following the press conference, E3 attendees can visit Ubisoft’s booth - #1023, located in
the South Hall of the Los Angeles Convention Center - to see and play the company’s latest titles. Games available at
the booth will include Assassin’s Creed® III, Far Cry® 3, Rayman® Legends,
Rocksmith™ and many more. The finale of the ShootMania Marathon, an e-sport competition based on Ubisoft’s ShootMania®:
Storm also will be broadcast from the booth on at 11 a.m. PDT, June 6.
“This year’s E3 promises to
be one of our biggest and best yet,” said Yves Guillemot, Founder and CEO of Ubisoft. “We’re showcasing
the strongest, most competitive collection of core titles we’ve had in years, innovative new games for new platforms
and a broad lineup that has something for everyone.”
In a first, Ubisoft is inviting gamers to ask questions
to its teams on Uplay®, Ubisoft’s online service dedicated to enhancing the experience of players across
games and platforms. The best questions will be selected by one of the guest hosts and asked live during the press conference.
Ubisoft also is sending eight select Uplay members to E3, where they will interview teams backstage, preview fans’ favourite
games and provide video reports from the show floor. Finally, the Assassin’s Creed III® and Far Cry®
3 teams released two Road To E3 videos showcasing their preparation for the event, and are inviting fans to post
their questions on their respective Facebook pages.
Those unable to attend E3 in person can watch the Ubisoft press conference live on YouTube, or embed the live feed on their own sites. Exclusive backstage videos and
free content will also be available on http://uplay.com/e3.
Submitted By: E. Thomas
Tuesday, May 22, 2012
05/22/2012 - Nintendo Plans Major E3 Event CoverageNINTENDO OFFERS VIDEO GAME FANS EVERYWHERE A FRONT-ROW SEAT AT 2012 E3
EXPO
REDMOND, Wash., May 21, 2012 – The 2012
E3 Expo is right around the corner, and fans from all over the world can look forward to accessing the latest Nintendo news
right from the comfort of their homes. Nintendo will be using a mix of online, broadcast and social platforms to provide a
steady stream of breaking news and announcements during the video game industry's biggest annual trade show, taking place
June 5-7 at the Los Angeles Convention Center. Featured content will include the Nintendo All-Access Presentation @ E3 2012,
which viewers can access online at http://e3.nintendo.com, watch commercial-free on Viacom's Spike TV and MTV2 television networks
or stream via Facebook on June 5 at 9 a.m. Pacific time. Fans also will enjoy easy access to news and updates from Nintendo
on YouTube, Twitter and Facebook throughout the E3 Expo, including information about the Nintendo 3DS hand-held system and
the upcoming Wii U console.
"We don't want anyone to miss the energy and excitement of this year's E3 Expo,"
said Cindy Gordon, Nintendo of America's vice president of Corporate Affairs. "By offering different ways to tune in
and follow all the Nintendo news, we aim to make fans all over the world feel like they're right there with us at the show."
Consumers can choose from the following convenient ways to experience Nintendo content during the E3 Expo:
• Web: Starting today, fans can go online to visit the Nintendo All-Access @ E3 2012 website
at http://e3.nintendo.com for the latest information about new and upcoming games and hardware
from Nintendo. The site will be optimized for smartphones, so people can keep up-to-date while on the go. Visitors to the
site also can watch a live stream of the Nintendo All-Access Presentation @ E3 2012 starting at 9 a.m. Pacific time on Tuesday,
June 5.
• Television: Nintendo is partnering with Viacom as the exclusive television
broadcaster for the Nintendo All-Access Presentation @ E3 2012. Viewers with access to the Spike TV or MTV2 networks can watch
the presentation live with no commercial interruptions.
• Facebook: Facebook users can
visit and Like the Nintendo page at http://www.facebook.com/nintendo to get regular updates from the E3 Expo and connect with other Nintendo
fans. A special E3 Expo tab will make it simple to access E3 Expo content, including video clips and a Nintendo Instagram
gallery. The Nintendo @ E3 Expo app will also allow users to stream the Nintendo All-Access Presentation @ E3 2012 and other
events on Facebook.
• YouTube: Nintendo will be posting video updates from the show
on its YouTube Channels at http://www.youtube.com/nintendo. The lineup of videos will include sneak peeks at upcoming hardware and
software as well as interviews with game developers.
• Twitter: Twitter users can follow
Nintendo (@NintendoAmerica) to receive tweets from the show. Nintendo representatives will also be
live-tweeting events such as the Nintendo All-Access Presentation @ E3 2012 on June 5.
Presented annually by the
Entertainment Software Association, the E3 Expo attracts video game professionals, journalists, analysts and business partners
from around the globe. Additional information is available at http://www.e3expo.com.
For more information about Nintendo, visit http://www.nintendo.com.
Submitted By: E. Thomas
05/22/2012 - Super Monkey Ball Coming to PS Vita in OctoberSuper Monkey Ball Banana SplitzTM
Bounces Exclusively to the Playstation Vita this October
Super Monkey Ball Banana Splitz™ contains more than 100
stages of puzzle mayhem and eight mini-games (including such fan favorites as Monkey Target and Monkey Bingo) as well as a
full complement of Vita-specific features that take advantage of the powerful handheld console. Tilt control functionality
allows gamers to step inside the Monkey Ball and negotiate the game world using motion control, while the PS Vita’s
camera can be used to capture real-world objects to create custom stages within the game.
Online multiplayer means
gamers will not only be able to challenge their friends and family, but also go bananas at each other just about anywhere
in the world and Global Leaderboards – accessible via GPS – will set the precedent for the most talented monkey
manipulator around!
For more information, please visit http://www.sega.com/supermonkeyball/ or www.facebook.com/sega.
Submitted By: E. Thomas
Monday, May 21, 2012
05/21/2012 - Fruit Ninja Celebrates Anniversary With ContestHALFBRICK
CELEBRATE FRUIT NINJA’S TWO YEAR ANNIVERSARY WITH NEW CHARACTERS, POWERUPS AND GLOBAL GIVEAWAYS Brisbane , Australia
– May 21, 2012 – For two years, Fruit Ninja has delighted hundreds of millions of fans
around the world with world-class casual gameplay and a robust support program which includes over ten free updates. This
Thursday on May 24th, Fruit Ninja becomes even bigger with new characters, new game content and a global giveaway
to give something back to the fans who have supported Halfbrick over two very exciting years!
The new Fruit
Ninja content update will include: - Welcome
Gutsu and Truffles: Joining Sensei in the legendary Fruit Ninja dojo are Gutsu and Truffles, best friends
and business partners. Travelling merchants, they have set up shop and welcome all to check out their wares in the new Gutsu’s
Cart menu. Players can also watch their debut in the all-new animated short created by Halfbrick and the People’s Republic
of Animation here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ca7H8GaKqmQ.
- Powerups:
Announcing Berry Blast, Peachy Time and Bomb Deflects – three new items to purchase from Gutsu’s Cart.
Explode with juice, add time to your game or deflect those pesky bombs with these awesome additions. Powerups can be obtained
by spending Starfruit, which is the new Fruit Ninja currency collected at the end of every game based on your ninja
skills.
Halfbrick is currently touring its home country
of Australia to promote the new update and give away free download codes. But anyone around the world can join in on the fun
by heading to the Fruit Ninja 2 Year Anniversary website: anniversary.fruitninja.com! There you’ll be introduced to the new characters, check out the latest
action from the Aussie tour, and score a free download code for Fruit Ninja on the App Store (limited quantity available)!
Already have the game? Pass on the code to a friend and compete to see who is the true ninja! Keep an eye out - the Fruit
Ninja Tour might be coming to your town soon!
Fruit Ninja is available for download through the iTunes
App Store for $0.99. Fruit Ninja HD for iPad is available for $2.99.
For more information about Halfbrick,
visit: http://halfbrick.com and for more details on Fruit Ninja, check out the Facebook page:
http://www.facebook.com/fruitninja.
About
Halfbrick
Founded in 2001, Halfbrick has been on the forefront of the Australian game development industry for
more than a decade. After years of experience developing licensed titles for platforms such as Game Boy® Advance, Nintendo
DS™ and PSP® (PlayStation®Portable), the studio has begun expanding its portfolio with a range of original self-published
games for downloadable platforms. In 2010, Halfbrick became one of the most well known independent developers in the world
with the success of Fruit Ninja, Monster Dash and Age of Zombies on mobile devices, and other releases such
as Raskulls and Fruit Ninja Kinect on Xbox LIVE® Arcade. The studio continues to create fun and unique
games and looks to explore new opportunities and technologies in the world of casual games development.
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