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Friday, May 24, 2013
05/024/2013 - Tommo Sets Release Date for NeoGeo X Classics and Mega PackTommo Sets Release Date for NEOGEO X Classics: Volumes I-V, Announces NEOGEO
X Mega Pack: Volume I
Los Angeles,
CA - May 24, 2013 - Tommo Inc., in partnership with SNK PLAYMORE, today announced a list of new features, fixes,
and a release date for NEOGEO X Classics: Volumes I-V, and the NEOGEO X Mega Pack: Volume I, made exclusively for use with
the NEOGEO X Handheld entertainment system.
Set to release on set to release on June 25, 2013 across North America,
the NEOGEO X Classics series will contain 3 pedigree titles from the NEOGEO library of games, for a total of 15 new titles
across all Volumes. And for fans who want it all, Tommo has introduced the NEOGEO X Mega Pack: Volume I. Containing
ALL 15 titles from the NEOGEO Classics: Volumes I-V on one game card, and coming packed in a hard, "clam
shell" collector case, packed with bonus items for fans and collectors alike, the NEOGEO X Mega Pack: Volume I
is the perfect way for fans to build their NEOGEO X game library! As an added bonus, Tommo will also be including the ROCKET
CABLE, High-speed Charging Travel Cable, at no additional cost, with the Classics: Volumes I-V and Mega Pack: Volume
I.
Full listing of titles that will be contained on NEOGEO X Classics: Volume I-V, and NEOGEO X Mega
Pack: Volume I:
- Vol
I: SENGOKU, METAL SLUG 2, TOP HUNTER: RODDY AND CATHY
- Vol II: SAMURAI SHODOWN 3, SAVAGE REIGN, SUPER SIDEKICKS 3
- Vol III: THE KING OF FIGHTERS '96, BLAZING STAR, KIZUNA ENCOUNTER
- Vol IV: GAROU: MARK OF THE WOLVES, SHOCK TROOPERS, WORLD HEROES 2 JET
- Vol V: THE LAST BLADE, BLUE'S JOURNEY, ART OF FIGHTING 3
- NEOGEO X Mega Pack: Volume I: All 15 Titles included!
As part of Tommo's continued support and development of the NEOGEO X, Tommo will
also be including NEOGEO X System Update 1.0 with each copy of NEOGEO X Classics: Volumes I-V,
and NEOGEO X Mega Pack: Volume I. The hefty system update will apply fixes to audio, control inputs, video enhancements
and more! One of the many new features included in NEOGEO X System Update 1.0 is the ability to save game data for existing
and upcoming games. For full list of the items included with the NEOGEO X System Update 1.0 please visit:
www.NEOGEOX.com/FAQ.
NEOGEO X Classics: Volumes I-V are now available for
pre-order in the United States from amazon.com, gamestop.com, and bestsku.com. Pre-orders for Canada will be opening soon through EB Canada, Future Shop,
and Best Buy, with more online retailers for all regions on the way. Please visit www.NEOGEOX.com for the latest info.
About the NEOGEO X:
Following the 20th anniversary of the ground breaking NEOGEO AES console, the NEOGEO X entertainment system provides players
with all of the features of a home arcade and the convenience of a handheld gaming device.
For additional
information regarding the NEOGEO X entertainment system, NEOGEO X Classics, NEOGEO X Update 1.0, and other NEOGEO X news,
please visit: www.NEOGEOX.com.
About SNK PLAYMORE CORPORATION:
Headquartered
in Osaka, Japan, SNK PLAYMORE CORPORATION (SNK) develops, publishes and distributes interactive entertainment software in
Japan, North America, Europe and Asia. Founded in 1978, SNK is one of the largest privately held interactive entertainment
content providers in the world.
Known for such franchises as THE KING OF FIGHTERS, METAL SLUG, and SAMURAI SHODOWN
SNK continues to be an industry leader by focusing on their rich arcade history. More information on SNK PLAYMORE CORPORATION
can be found at www.snkplaymore.co.jp SNK PLAYMORE USA is a wholly owned subsidiary of SNK PLAYMORE CORPORATION.
About Tommo, Inc.:
With over 20 years of experience in logistics and sales, a knowledgeable
staff and sales representatives available nationwide, Tommo Inc. is one of North America's largest distributors of video gaming
merchandises. Founded in 1989, Tommo has grown from a wholesaler of imported video games to becoming one of the nation's main
suppliers of video gaming content to national retail chain stores as well as independent retailers. More information can be
found at www.tommo.com.
"THE KING OF FIGHTERS" and "SAMURAI SHODOWN"
are registered trademarks of SNK PLAYMORE CORPORATION.
© SNK PLAYMORE "NEOGEO" is a
registered trademark of SNK PLAYMORE CORPORATION. Used under license from SNK PLAYMORE USA CORPORATION.
Submitted
by: E. Thomas
Thursday, May 23, 2013
05/23/2013 - Full E3 Press Conference ScheduleFull
E3 Expo 2013 Press Conference Schedule
 Thursday, June 6th: Konami Pre-E3 Event - 10:00am PDT Monday, June 10th: Microsoft - 9:00am PDT - 11:00am PDT Electronic Arts - 1:00pm - 2:00pm PDT Ubisoft - 3:00pm - 4:00pm PDT Sony - 6:00pm - 8:00pm PDT Tuesday, June 11th: Nintendo Direct E3 Presentation (Streamed Online) 7:00am PDT Other Info: Sqauare-Enix will hosting
a livestream event at their E3 Expo booth all week. Click this LINK for more details.
Submitted By: E. Thomas
Tuesday, May 21, 2013
05/21/2012 - Microsoft Unveils Xbox OneMicrosoft unveils Xbox One: the ultimate all-in-one home entertainment system Blockbuster titles, Steven Spielberg-produced
Halo TV series, and exclusive agreements with the NFL transform games, TV and entertainment for the 21st century living room.
REDMOND, Wash. — May 21, 2013 — A new vision for the future comes to life today as Microsoft
Corp. unveils Xbox One, the all-in-one gaming and entertainment system created for today and the next generation. At Microsoft
headquarters in Redmond, Wash., the company showcased how Xbox One puts you at the center of all your games, TV, movies, music,
sports and Skype.
“Xbox One is designed to deliver a whole new generation of blockbuster games, television
and entertainment in a powerful, all-in-one device,” said Don Mattrick, president, Interactive Entertainment Business
at Microsoft. “Our unique, modern architecture brings simplicity to the living room and, for the first time ever, the
ability to instantly switch across your games and entertainment.”
Introducing Xbox One
With Xbox
One, games push the boundaries of realism, and TV obeys your commands.1 Say “Xbox On” to launch your personalized
Xbox One Home screen, discover what is popular on TV or see friends’ latest gaming achievements all using the most natural
interface — your voice. The more you interact with Xbox One, the more it gets to know you and learns what you like.
Some of the breakthrough Xbox One features that put you at the center of your living room entertainment include the following:
TV on Xbox One.1 Navigate and watch live TV from your cable, telco or satellite set-top box through your
Xbox One. Microsoft is committed to bringing live TV through various solutions to all the markets where Xbox One will be available.3
Home. Turn on your entertainment system with two powerful words, “Xbox On,” and a custom-tailored
Home dashboard welcomes you with your favorite games, TV and entertainment.
Snap. Do two things at once
on the biggest screen in your home. Use Snap to jump into a multiplayer battle while watching your favorite movie, talk with
friends on Skype while watching live TV, or track your fantasy team on TV as you watch the big game and more.
Skype for Xbox One. Specially designed for Xbox One, talk with friends on your TV in stunning HD, or for the first time ever,
hold group Skype calls on your TV.
Trending.1 Stay on top of what is hot on TV by discovering the entertainment
that is popular among your friends, and see what is trending within the Xbox community.
OneGuide.1, 2
Find your favorite entertainment easily, searching by network, name or time, all with the sound of your voice and presented
in a tailored program guide.
To create the most advanced Xbox system ever designed for games, TV and entertainment,
Microsoft created a state-of-the-art gaming operating system and fused it with an equally amazing entertainment platform,
so you will not have to switch inputs to watch TV or play a game. An eight-core, x86 processor and more than 5 billion transistors
helps make lag and load times a thing of the past, so you can instantly jump between a game and your entertainment at lightning
speed or run a host of apps right alongside your game with no loss in performance.
Introducing Xbox One titles and exclusives
Gaming on Xbox One immerses gamers in cinematic worlds that look like real life, with characters that feel more human
than ever before. AAA blockbuster titles unveiled for Xbox One include the following:
“Forza Motorsport
5” from Turn 10 Studios is the latest edition of the highest-rated racing franchise of the past 10 years.3 Built from
the ground up to take advantage of Xbox One and the infinite power of the cloud, no game better delivers the sensation of
being behind the wheel. “Forza Motorsport 5” sets a new bar for racing games and will be available exclusively
for Xbox One at launch.
“Call of Duty: Ghosts” is the next generation of “Call of Duty”
and a stunning leap forward for the franchise. It delivers an all-new world, an all-new cast of characters and an all-new
story, built on a new, next-generation engine. The next-generation technical innovations built to support the incredible gameplay
advancements make this the most beautiful and immersive “Call of Duty” experience yet. Activision and Microsoft
also announced the renewal of their close partnership that will see both the return of the “Call of Duty® Championship,”
presented by Xbox, as well as all-new downloadable content debuting first and exclusively on the Xbox platform.
“FIFA 14,” “Madden NFL 25,” “NBA LIVE 14,” and “EA SPORTS UFC” from EA SPORTS
will change the way consumers experience and play sports games. Driven by the new EA SPORTS Ignite engine, these new EA SPORTS
games will deliver massive innovations in human intelligence, true player motion and living worlds. Adding to its commitment
to Xbox One, EA SPORTS also announced the promise of exclusive content to be revealed in the coming months.
“Quantum Break” from Remedy Entertainment is a revolutionary entertainment experience from the creators of “Max
Payne” and “Alan Wake” that blurs the line between gaming and TV by integrating drama and gameplay into
one seamless, uniquely immersive experience. How you play the game impacts the show, and the show informs how you play the
game.
In addition to the amazing lineup of games coming to Xbox One, Microsoft unveiled exclusive content partnerships
with some of the top names in TV, sports and entertainment.
“Halo” television series. Award-winning
filmmaker, director and producer, Steven Spielberg will executive-produce an original “Halo” live-action television
series with exclusive interactive Xbox One content, created in partnership with 343 Industries and Xbox Entertainment Studios.
National Football League (NFL).1 A multiyear, landmark partnership will deliver the ultimate interactive
NFL television experiences for the next-generation Xbox One and leverage Microsoft devices and services to evolve both in-game
and on the sideline. The NFL on Xbox will redefine broadcast experiences through innovations around Skype, Xbox SmartGlass
and player-worn technology; add an all-new fantasy football solution for the biggest screen in the house; and create a personalized
NFL destination only available on Xbox One.
Introducing a new generation of Xbox Live
Xbox One is built
to amplify an all-new generation of Xbox Live that is more powerful, more personal and more intelligent. Unleashing the virtually
unlimited power of the cloud makes everything more convenient and accessible, from allowing games to be installed in segments
so that gameplay can start quickly to updates downloading in the background. Save and store your personalized profile, games
and entertainment in the cloud to access them anytime, from any Xbox One console.4 In addition, existing Xbox Live Gold Membership
for Xbox 360 will
seamlessly carry over to Xbox One.5 Xbox Live takes you deeper into the games you love with all-new
features.
Smart Match. A new Smart Match matchmaking system virtually eliminates waiting in lobbies by
estimating wait times and finding people you want to play with while you are enjoying other activities — reputation
fundamentally matters and helps find best matches.
Game DVR. A dedicated Game DVR captures and accesses
your magic moments, all saved to the cloud. Along with sharing tools, you will have the most amazing bragging rights with
Xbox Live.
Living Games.6 Dynamic, living worlds evolve and improve the more you play, and advanced artificial
intelligence can learn to play like you, so friends can play against your shadow.
Expanded achievements.
A new and expanded achievements system captures video of your epic moments, continues to grow a game’s achievements
over time and rewards you in new ways, and your Gamerscore carries over from Xbox 360.
Xbox SmartGlass.6
Xbox SmartGlass is natively part of the Xbox One platform, built in from the beginning with the ability to quickly render
content directly onto your device, and now more devices can connect at one time for multiplayer and shared entertainment.
Introducing the Xbox One look and feel
New Xbox One hardware is sleek and modern and complements any décor.
The console is shaped in the 16:9 aspect ratio and employs a horizontal orientation optimized for its high-speed Blu-ray™
disc player. It is molded in a deep and rich liquid black color and includes a distinctive beveled edge.
The completely
redesigned, revolutionary 1080p Kinect is more precise, more responsive and more intuitive. Its unparalleled vision, motion
and voice technology let you reach into games and entertainment like never before by dramatically expanding its field of view
and fidelity. It works in nearly any lighting condition, recognizes precise motion control from a slight wrist rotation, and
distinguishes your voice even in a noisy room using advanced noise isolation.
The class-leading Xbox controller
is refreshed with more than 40 technical and design innovations. Updated directional pad, thumb stick and ergonomic fit immerse
all gamers in ways that are uniquely Xbox, and precision and control have been dramatically increased with all new vibrating
impulse triggers.6 The Xbox One Wireless Controller is designed to work in concert with the new Kinect, allowing the two to
be paired automatically to create seamless player syncing.
Xbox One will launch in markets around the world later
this year. Visit the new Xbox Wire blog at http://news.xbox.com for in-depth features on the new system, including photos and videos from
the unveiling event and new and rotating content from Xbox. More details about Xbox One and blockbuster games will be explored
at the Electronic Entertainment Expo in June.
Submitted by: E. Thomas
Monday, May 20, 2013
05/20/2013 - CastleStorm Releasing May 29th on XBLACastleStorm Releasing
May 29 on Xbox LIVE® Arcade
Because Building and Destroying Castles is So Much Fun
Super genre mashup CastleStorm will
release on Xbox LIVE® Arcade on May 29th, 2013 for 800 MSP.
Built on the fond childhood memory of
building and destroying Lego castles, CastleStorm mixes things up with 2D physics destruction mashed with tower defense
brawler and comical story, allowing players to control their offences and defenses in real time over a 12 level single player
campaign, and multiple co-op and multiplayer modes.
Link to the release date announcement trailer!
CastleStorm also
features a dynamic castle editor allowing players to construct their own castles which can be used during gameplay, including
multiplayer battles!
About CastleStorm
It’s Knights vs. Vikings in CastleStorm, where medieval warfare
meets 2D physics-based destruction! Controlling the battle in real time, players will harness the power of medieval artillery,
manage a fearsome ground attack, and cast powerful spells! CastleStorm features a story-driven solo campaign, a custom
castle editor, online multiplayer, co-op modes, and more. Building castles and knocking them down has never been so much fun! Submitted by: E.
Thomas
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