Just some game news for those fans interested:

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News: EA Needs Speed, Will You Give It Them?
Posted by Ash - Apr 13th 2005 20:15

While it was rumoured a while ago Electronic Arts have finally confirmed that they are working on another Need for Speed title, this one called Need for Speed: Most Wanted.

The new Need for Speed title won't be too dissimilar to previous ones, however this one will require players to engage in "strategic police pursuits". Not exactly the kind of morals a video game company should be promoting arguably.

“Out-race your opponents, evade cops and exploit the open world in Need for Speed Most Wanted; street racing doesn’t get any better than this,” said Larry LaPierre, senior producer, EA Canada. "Players instantly will feel the thrill of the ride as they hit the streets in an open world environment where drivers can tune their cars to compete against any class of vehicles or use their wits to out-fox the law to satisfy their need for speed.”

Seems that Electronic Arts have gotten out their Oxford Dictionary of African-American Vernacular English for this game. As players race they will build up their 'Rap Sheet' until they become notorious enough to join the 'Black List'. As well as racing against other drivers players must now try and escape the pursuing cops, adding a whole new level of play to the game.

The game will be released on the GameCube and DS.

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Rumour: SSX 4, Let's Go Ski-ing
Posted by wildo - Apr 11th 2005 19:46

EA's latest instalment of its highly acclaimed snowboarding series might be coming with a little twist.

A recent unconfirmed rumour about EA's latest SSX game has us believing that you can now go skiing as well as your usual snowboarding. Not only that but new swanky visual effects such as blurring, much like those seen in Burnout, will be added to give a nice new flavour to the series. Also rumoured is a new create-a-character mode, something which should see all players controlling none other than themselves down those speedy snow-capped mountains.

It's clear that EA are thinking about new content for this latest adaptation but whether it is true or not is still unclear, stick with Cube-Europe for all of the latest info.


Source: CVG

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News: From Russia With New Details
Posted by Ash - Apr 13th 2005 19:58

EA have released some more information about upcoming title From Russia With Love, include a list of features that will be included in the game.

Electronic Arts have delved into the past for the next James Bond title. Based on the film of the same name From Russia With Love will feature Sean Connery's likeliness (from 1963 of course) and voice. While this was previously known Electronic Arts have provided us with more details.

Play as Connery’s Bond
Sean Connery provides his voice and likeliness, allow you to be the original Bond.

Enter the World of Classic 007
The game will mirror that of '60s Bond films; from the exotic locations to the vintage cars, with a few beautiful women thrown in for good measure.

The Best Bond Experience Yet
The game will feature stealth and driving missions and a non-linear progression between the levels. As well as this players will be able to use a new zoom and focus aiming mechanic to make sure they get their shots spot-on.

Brand-New Multiplayer Mode
One of the best features of Bond games has been multiplayer, and EA are keen to keep this going. This game will allow players to engage in split-screen deathmatch games.

Control 007 Like Never Before
As if its not enough saving the world you are now scored for how well you do. The bright side however is that you will be able to upgrade equipment, skills and abilities.

Classic Gadgets Made Modern
The game will feature a range of classic weapons and gadgets, all updated with unique 21st century twists.

Electronic Arts have also announced the Australian release date as October 10th, but of course it is subject to change.


Source: MI6 - The home of James Bond

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News: Harry Potters Onto Cube and DS
Posted by Ash - Apr 13th 2005 20:09

Harry Potter is about to star in his fifth game, to co-inside with his forth book. Harry Potter fans rejoice, everyone else roll their eyes.

Players are once again put in control of Harry Potter and his friends in this new game, based upon the upcoming book by J.K. Rowling. “Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire is the fifth Harry Potter videogame we have created, and we are incredibly excited with the fresh innovations that the team has brought to the game,” said Harvey Elliott, Executive Producer at EAUK. “With high anticipation for the film and our strong relationship with Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment, we have been able to develop a game that complements the film in this exciting addition to the Harry Potter franchise.”

“Working with EA, we look forward to offering players a highly developed Harry Potter game with Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire,” said Jason Hall, Senior Vice President for Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment. “The game will possess the extremely creative aspects of the Harry Potter world captured in both the film and the book, giving fans a complete interactive experience.”

Harry, Ron, and Hermione will all be playable in this title and each one is modelled after their on-screen counterparts. EA have also decided to make it so that every time someone casts some magic the controller rumbles, so you can "feel the magic." Players will also be able to team up with friends and engage in a co-operative play mode.

The plot of the game involves Harry being mysteriously selected as the fourth competitor in the dangerous Triwizard Tournament. This tournament is no piece-of-cake either, each competitor must confront a fire-breathing dragon, rescue friends from the icy depths of the Black Lake, and navigate the twisting mysteries of a vast, dangerous maze. As well as this players will be able to visit the Quidditch World Cup campsite and even duel with Lord Voldemort.

The game is due out on the GameCube and DS, but no date has been set yet.

quote The Living Angelus on Date Movie

This looks hilarious; I was laughing during the entire trailer. I especially love the tagline: "From 2 of the 6 Writers of Scary Movie".

so this new need for speed game will just be on the gcn and the ds? I wouldn't believe it but that would be pretty cool. Actually no it wouldn't because all the ps2 and xbox fans would say the game sucks and thats why its on the gcn

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{originator=PLanet GC} Nintendo partners with Broadcom for the integrated wireless capabilities of their next-gen system.

BROADCOM ANNOUNCES PARTNERSHIP WITH NINTENDO TO ENABLE NEXT GENERATION WIRELESS GAMING CONSOLES

Broadcom's Unique Technology Portfolio and Highly Integrated Features Provide a New and Exciting Gaming Experience

IRVINE, Calif. – April 19, 2005 – Broadcom Corporation (Nasdaq: BRCM), a global leader in wired and wireless broadband communications semiconductors, today announced a strategic partnership to provide wireless technology for Nintendo's next generation gaming systems. Broadcom's diverse portfolio of technology solutions will enable Nintendo to add cutting-edge wireless features and connectivity to its popular line of gaming consoles. Nintendo's next generation console (codenamed "Revolution") will feature an advanced wireless platform that integrates multiple technologies to enable a new and exciting gaming experience.

"The depth and breadth of Broadcom's wireless expertise will enable Nintendo to deliver the industry's most innovative gaming solutions," said Genyo Takeda, Senior Managing Director, General Manager, Integrated Research & Development Division for Nintendo. "By integrating Broadcom® wireless solutions into our next-generation systems, we can provide the high performance gaming and connectivity capabilities that will delight users of 'Revolution'."

Consumer electronics leaders are aggressively including wireless technologies in new devices to enhance user experience, expanding the applications for wireless technologies. Broadcom is a leading supplier of system-on-a-chip and software solutions that enable manufacturers to eliminate wires in such popular consumer products as notebook computers, phones, routers, printers, audio headphones, keyboard and mouse peripherals, cellular headsets, PDAs, and other devices.

"Broadcom is pleased to partner with technology leader Nintendo, whose visionary commitment to the user experience has inspired new uses for established wireless technology," said Robert A. Rango, Group Vice President of Broadcom's Mobile & Wireless Group. "With the broadest portfolio of maximum performance wireless solutions, we can provide all the connectivity pieces and advanced features required for exciting new consumer products."

Broadcom's wireless products lead the industry with unique features that provide significant performance and ease-of-use advantages. These include BroadRange™ technology which extends the range of Wi-Fi devices by up to 50%, and SecureEasySetup™ software which dramatically simplifies Wi-Fi setup and security. Differentiated features like these enable an extraordinary user experience for consumer devices, such as the Nintendo gaming device.

"The digital home of the future will increasingly include wireless technologies for their ease of use and consumer convenience," said Brian O'Rourke, Senior Analyst for In-Stat. "Integrated wireless technology from proven vendors like Broadcom will enhance the gaming experience for the vast majority of next-generation gamers, whether competing against someone in the same room or on the other side of the world."

Broad expertise in both wireless and wired technologies makes Broadcom a unique partner for electronics OEMs who wish to incorporate communications functionality into their products. With solutions that deliver superior performance and ease of use features that make end-products increasingly attractive to end users, Broadcom has emerged as a key partner for a broad range of consumer electronics manufacturers. Broadcom products continue to gain momentum in the home, enabling digital television, broadband Internet access and wireless networking that remain easy to use, while providing the best performance in the industry.

According to market share results from Forward Concepts, Broadcom's 54g™ chipsets are the industry's leading Wi-Fi solutions. Additionally, Broadcom is a leader in the Bluetooth® market featuring high performance Blutonium® chips and the industry's most widely deployed Bluetooth software. Broadcom also offers advanced processors for cellular handset and data card applications supporting 3G EDGE and WCDMA networks, as well as high performance mobile multimedia processors.

quote drmario

so this new need for speed game will just be on the gcn and the ds? I wouldn't believe it but that would be pretty cool. Actually no it wouldn't because all the ps2 and xbox fans would say the game sucks and thats why its on the gcn

quote The Living Angelus on Date Movie

This looks hilarious; I was laughing during the entire trailer. I especially love the tagline: "From 2 of the 6 Writers of Scary Movie".

wow that guy is really funny. I bought a platinum gamecube the other day. Why doesn't it have the Digital AV output like the normal ones do?

Can't wait for this need for speed game.

Is killer 7 still gonna be put on the ps2. Even though they are having problems with it?

It was announced a while back that new GCNs wouldn't have the extra high-def ports. They claimed it was because thecables themselves sold poorly and determined that this meant a lack of interest when really it was likely because they only sold the wires online at Nintendo.com. Once again Nintendo shoots themselves in the foot, but this time blames the bullet and outlaws guns.

well thats pretty gay. Why take a feature out?? That makes not sense at all. But oh well i love the new look of my platnium gcn. It looks a lot better then the indigo one i still have.

Oh god, the last thing we needed was something else for the PS2 and X-Box flunkies to clown us about.... ¬_¬

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Hello Kitty pawin' at the Cube

Namco announces Hello Kitty Roller Rescue for Nintendo's console; feline and other Sanrio characters will be 3D.

Continuing its onslaught of games aimed at a younger audience, Namco Hometek today announced that Hello Kitty Roller Rescue will be purring on the GameCube this August. The game is being developed by Xpec Entertainment, the Taiwanese developer that released the maligned Black Stone: Magic & Steel to the Xbox back in 2003.

In Roller Rescue, Hello Kitty and friends must save Sanriotown from an alien invasion. Block-O, king of the block planet, mistakes discarded gift boxes for his own rectangular kind and sends troops to Earth to liberate them. In her quest to stop Block-O, Hello Kitty will be joined by more than 20 other Sanrio characters, including Badtz Maru, the grumpy penguin, and Kerropi, the happy frog.

The game will be the first Hello Kitty title rendered in 3D. It will be mostly an action game, with some puzzle-solving elements.

Namco holds the licenses of several properties aimed at children. In addition to Hello Kitty, the company also owns the publishing rights to Gumby, Popeye, The Berenstain Bears, and the recently signed Peanuts gang.

By Tim Surette -- GameSpot
POSTED: 04/21/05 02:51 PM PS

It has nothing to do with keeping their image kiddy and family friendly. You people all fail to understand just how HUGE Hello Kitty actually is in Japan. All Nintendo is doing right now, is being smart and capitalizing on a gold mine...


Anyway with that said:

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News: Namco Buys Peanuts
Posted by Ashley - Apr 21st 2005 21:55

Namco have interactive entertainment publishing rights to "Peanuts." Let's all do the Snoopy Dance to celebrate!

Charlie Brown, Snoopy, Peppermint Patty, Linus and Pigpen will all be appearing on current and upcoming consoles until 2009 thanks to Namco, who have signed a deal with United Media.

"'Peanuts' is one of the most celebrated comic strips of all time, and Charlie Brown and his friends have firmly cemented their place as American icons of the highest order," said Jeff Lujan, Business Director at Namco Hometek, Inc. "We relish this opportunity to continue these beloved characters' storylines through the medium of games and are honored to introduce this cherished property to an all-new generation of gamers."

For those who enjoy random facts, did you know that while "Peanuts" started in just seven newspapers in 1950 it has gone on to appear in 2400 newspapers in 75 countries and 21 languages worldwide. Of course the series was created by Charles M. Schulz and has become such a part of popular culture that everyone knows about Charlie Brown and co.

quote The Living Angelus on Date Movie

This looks hilarious; I was laughing during the entire trailer. I especially love the tagline: "From 2 of the 6 Writers of Scary Movie".

Good grief, do we really need Peanut's games?

Well at least Namco is on the ball with these things. I only hope they don't make Snoopy have spoken dialogue.

What kind of game is that supposed to be. I doubt it will sell that well. I sure hope not anyway. Peanuts is boring anyway

Anyone who played Tales of Symphonia knew it was bound to happen. ToS has recently started going Player's Choice. I would advise everyone (even those not usualy into RPGs). It uses a battle system that is very original.

so i have heard. But the only rpg's i like are turn based style. Nothing beats that.

I don't want to spam, but I usually like turn base also, but this was trully magical go to the forum, and check it out; if you have a friend who has it ask if you can borrow it.

maybe i should give it a shot then. How long does the game actually take?