Writing by walking leaf on Friday, 24 of August , 2007 at 9:25 am
How this for a bit of irony - The previously banned video game that is Manhunt 2 will be available on sale during Halloween with a new Mature rating.
Rockstar Games have made modifications to this controversial title – set for release on PlayStation 2, PlayStation Portable and Wii platforms. It is unclear wherever the new modified game can pass the BBFC (British Board of Film Classification) in the UK.
“Manhunt 2 is important to us, and we’re glad it can finally be appreciated as a gaming experience,” Rockstar founder and president Sam Houser, said in a press release. “Manhunt 2 is a powerful piece of interactive story telling that is a unique video game experience. We think horror fans will love it.”
Originally, the game’s controversial content means Sony and Nintendo didn’t want to be associated with such a violent and horrifying title. Now with these changes made by Rockstar, Manhunt 2 can now be played by eager video gamers.
Here’s your unique opportunity to see a stylish television commercial for Heroes Season 2 featuring Hayden Panettiere, Jack Coleman, Sendhil Ramamurthy, Masi Oka, Greg Grunberg, Milo Ventimiglia, and Ali Larter.
Looks fantastic and I can’t wait to see the second series. Roll on September 24th!
Writing by walking leaf on Friday, 24 of August , 2007 at 4:30 am
Pirates Of The Caribbean star Keira Knightley is not exactly famous for her hour-glass figure. But in her latest advertising campaign, the actress is posing virtually naked to market a French perfume.
With a carefully-placed bowler hat, the 22-year-old movie star appears to be just a tiny bit curvier.
Ever since she appeared in a sports bra as a 17-year-old in Bend It Like Beckham, the waiflike actress has done nothing to disguise her lack of cleavage.
She once spoke her dislike of her chest, saying: “I don’t have any t***, so I can’t show cleavage.”
That’s not always something the Hollywood publicity machine has been happy about. While the British posters for her 2004 film King Arthur displayed her natural boyish look, the American ones were a different story.
“Those things certainly weren’t mine,” she told a US magazine.
‘We had an interesting discussion when they said, “We want to make them slightly larger and you’ll get approvalî and I was like, ‘OK, fine. I honestly don’t give a s***’”
The actress has said in the past that she is happy to strip off for a role. Talking about nudity in films, she said: “I have certain tools. One of them is my body.”
Even so, Keira once requested a body double for a scene in which she had to show her bottom, and this new advert, for Chanel’s Coco Mademoiselle, keeps her derriere firmly out of sight.
Miss Knightley is thought to have signed a one-year contract worth more than £500,000 to be the face of the scent.
Writing by walking leaf on Friday, 24 of August , 2007 at 4:10 am
Fans of Guitar Hero can now experience the wonderful Guitar Hero III demo with every purchase of Tony Hawk’s Proving Ground on Xbox 360. The demo of the popular rhythm game will feature five songs - Lay Down by Priestess, Even Flow by Pearl Jam, The Metal by Tenacious D, Hit Me with your Best Shot as made famous by Pat Benatar and Rock You like a Hurricane as made famous by Scorpions.
What’s this I see? A playable track from Tenacious D? That’s sounds great for fans of Jack Black.
It’s interesting to see Activision employing this tactic to in order to shift more copies of Tony Hawk’s skateboarding adventure. But the same can’t be said for the PlayStation 3… Nevertheless, the title will be available on sale on October 9th - two weeks before the same demo is on Xbox Live Marketplace. So what better way then to practice the new tracks on Desert Rock Tour stage with a bit of grinding action?
More can be read in this official press release:
Guitar Hero III: Legends of Rock Demo to Debut on Tony Hawk’s Proving Ground Gamers to Get Their First Licks in with the Purchase of the Latest Instalment in the #1 Action Sports Franchise
Guitar Hero fanatics prepare to get the first fix of the upcoming Guitar Hero III: Legends of Rock video game demo with the launch of Activision, Inc.’s (Nasdaq:ATVI) Tony Hawk’s Proving Ground, slated to ship to stores on October 9. Players who purchase the Tony Hawk’s Proving Ground game for the Xbox 360TM video game and entertainment system from Microsoft will get an exclusive two week head start on experiencing the demo to this year’s hottest music based video game before its release on Xbox LIVE® Marketplace.
“Music is such a huge part of skateboarding culture and pairing the Guitar Hero III: Legends of Rock demo with Tony Hawk’s Proving Ground makes perfect sense,” said Dusty Welch, head of publishing at RedOctane. “We’re excited to bring together two highly anticipated games and give fans their first chance to rock out with the franchise that’s taken the world by storm.”
The demo features five tracks set in the Desert Rock Tour venue. Players will be able to rock out to:
- Lay Down (by Priestess)
- Even Flow (by Pearl Jam)
- The Metal (by Tenacious D)
- Hit Me with your Best Shot (as made famous by Pat Benatar)
- Rock You like a Hurricane (as made famous by Scorpions)
Both titles are in development by Activision’s award-winning studio, Neversoft.
Tony Hawk’s Proving Ground features deeper customization than ever before, including a Video Editor with full-featured editing tools and visual effects for creating “epic skate videos,” and a fully customizable online Skate Lounge where players can skate with friends in the ultimate pad. In addition, players will have the freedom to skate from single player to online seamlessly, as well as the ability to utilize new gameplay mechanics such as Nail the Manual and Nail the Grab, and the ability to modify the environment on the fly, as they enjoy the most expansive skating experience ever. Tony Hawk’s Proving Ground is scheduled for release October 9, and is rated “T” (Teen) by the ESRB. For more information visit http://www.thpgonline.com/.
Guitar Hero III: Legends of Rock lets gamers fire up the fretboard, crank up the amp and get ready to rock like never before. Guitar Hero III: Legends of Rock drops players into the spotlight of the largest and most legendary rock concert ever. The star-studded soundtrack includes master tracks by such legendary artists as Guns N’ Roses, Metallica, The Rolling Stones, Beastie Boys, and Pearl Jam, with added songs as made legendary by Kiss, Alice Cooper and Heart. Now drop that air guitar and shred the night away with Guitar Hero III: Legends of Rock. Available in late October, Guitar Hero III: Legends of Rock is rated “T” (Teen) by the ESRB. For more information visit http://www.guitarhero.com/.
Writing by NeoBlade on Thursday, 23 of August , 2007 at 7:45 pm
Can Capcom titles become any longer? Street Fighter II Turbo High Definition Remix will be making its way to XBOX Live and PlayStation Network hopefully sometime this year. For those who are not in the know, this is a graphical remix of the seminal Street Fighter II Turbo videogame. The old engine exists so gameplay should remain untouched, all the old voices and possibly music too will remain truthful to the original. The graphics however will be massively improved but not the animation. Don’t expect Street Fighter III levels of smoothness in animation because UDON and Capcom want to keep this version as faithful as possible.
There have been many gripes about the artwork and what features people wanted from the game but everyone must remember that UDON are working on a very strict budget and the game itself will remain as original as possible. Its not a total reworking of the game nor is it a full blown title to buy from the shops - It will only be available as a digital download for a small fee. Things like 16:9 Widescreen support won’t be included but custom tracks might just make the grade.
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Also there has been no sprites of Chun-Li just yet bar this one… Of which many think it looks like she has been covered in a certain substance and smelling it…
What do you think? the reaction has been quite vocal so they might be re-doing it along with the Guile sprite. Capcom will stop releasing any more sprites though until they can show us actual screenshots of the game which is great news.
The above image is a sketch of Sagat’s ending, of which all of them will be re-done in this remix and really so far so good. UDON in my opinion have done really well considering the restraints put upon them and I really cannot wait to play this game, online enabled and everything. For all those haters out there moaning about the small details, just remember that Capcom are doing this for the fans and we should be thankful that they’re keeping the engine and as many things as original as possible… To preserve the Street Fighter II legacy that we all know and love.
Writing by walking leaf on Thursday, 23 of August , 2007 at 2:10 pm
Bizarre Creations direct sequel to the Xbox 360’s launch game, Project Gotham Racing 4, races to the grid with a confirmed release date for America and Europe.
The new arcade/simulation racing game will be go on sale Stateside on October 2nd with the European version available ten days later.
PGR4 will feature motorcycles for the first time in the series and you will be able to race against a whole range of exotic sports cars in all kind of weather conditions.
More information on this exciting racing title can be read in the official press release from Bizarre Creations. Gentlemen, start your engines!
PGR 4 Coming Oct 2, Plus More on Cars, Bikes
Greetings “Project Gotham Racing 4″ Fans!
We’re back with the latest exciting news and updates on this holiday’s most hotly-anticipated racing game, “Project Gotham Racing® 4,” developed exclusively for Xbox 360™ by the team at Bizarre Creations.
Over the past few months, we’ve revealed details on the all-new career mode, the dynamic weather system, PGR On Demand, some of the exotic locales that the game will feature, including St. Petersburg, Shanghai, and Macau, and the revised kudos system. Now racing fans can catch a sneak-peak at even more of the iconic vehicles that will be featured in the upcoming racing game.
Please visit www.xbox.com/pgr4news for six new screenshots of some of the latest vehicles we’re unveiling, including:
Cars
Ariel Atom 300 Supercharged 2004
Aston Martin V8 Vantage 2005
Austin Mini Cooper S 1964
Chevrolet Camaro Z28 1969
Ferrari F430 2004
Caparo T1 2007
Caterham R500 2000
Lamborghini Gallardo 2004
Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 2005
Tesla Roadster 2008
We also wanted to confirm that the game will launch on October 2, 2007 in North America with an estimated retail price of US $59.99. The team is putting the finishing touches on the game to ensure it crosses the finish line at retail as the best title yet in the “PGR®” racing franchise.
Be on the lookout for additional updates as we continue to roll out the game’s impressive new features and locations.
Until next time, keep your car in fifth and two wheels on the pavement!
Writing by walking leaf on Thursday, 23 of August , 2007 at 1:53 pm
Metal Gear Solid creator Hideo Kojima revealed four new bosses in the highly anticipated PlayStation 3 title that is Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots.
As you can see in the new trailer shown below (click here for High Definition), the video clip showcase the four ‘beauty’ monsters that strikes terror in Solid Snake’s battlefield.
A tentacle-wielding creature with a cruel laugh (Laughing Octopus); a giant silver wolf with an echoing howl (Howling Wolf); a creature with wings and a jetpack, constantly screaming “RAGE!” (Raging Raven) and a floating puppeteer, complete with attached marionettes (Screaming Mantis).
Apparently, the four bosses are based on the form of beautiful women transformed into brutal, destructive and metallic beasts.
Hideo modelled these characters off “real world beauties” such as Japanese superstar Yumi Kikuchi, who attended the Konami presentation in person at this week’s Leipzig Game Convention.
In addition to the Tokyo-based DJ, actress, and Hidechan Radio host Kikuchi, models Scarlett Chorvat, Mieko Rye and Lyndall Jarvis will all appear, in some form, in Metal Gear Solid 4.
But the best news of all is that the PlayStation 3-exclusive title will be launched simultaneous in all regions in early 2008. No more delays between releasing the game in America, Europe and Japan. Great news for Solid Snake fans!
Writing by NeoBlade on Thursday, 23 of August , 2007 at 12:00 pm
Shiny.
The level of detail is pretty sweet and the level of refraction given off by the glossy exterior looks fantastic and at a healthy framerate. If you notice on other car simulation games, the refraction framerate is noticeably lower than the ingame one, this is often done to preserve processing power. In the trailer it is also difficult to notice bump mapping to any great extent and perhaps the game is a bit too “clean” looking. With the aid of shaders and more powerful 3D graphics, you would hope to see more variation or perhaps real-time damage effects on the grass and surroundings. No word on included damage for the cars yet of course and it really does need to be added to help evolve the series.
Issues aside though the game is indeed looking very slick but it has some very good competition from the likes of GTR2 on the PC and Forza 2 on the XBOX360.
Writing by NeoBlade on Wednesday, 22 of August , 2007 at 4:59 pm
In Japan it seems convenience food is always an area for improvement. Not only are there countless vending machines but it seems the iconic instant noodle is now also not safe… Behold the Canned Noodle! Since it comes from a Vending machine it is always kept hot for you, ready for consumption. I have no idea what the flavours might be as long as its not like the Octopus Ball Soda drink you can get over there…
Would you dare to eat one if given the opportunity?
Writing by NeoBlade on Wednesday, 22 of August , 2007 at 3:46 pm
Google has launched a new addition to the family as part of an update to its popular free Google Earth program - Google Sky. From version 4.2 onwards users will be able to click on the Sky Icon which will zoom out beyond the Earth, allowing you to view all the known stars, planets and galaxy’s in great ease.
You can of course type in the name of the star or galaxy and it will zoom into its location with various information such as the life of the star, Hubble images and more. Where does all this information come from? Google Sky obtains its source material from six organisations: the Space Telescope Science Institute, the Digital Sky Survey Consortium, CalTech’s Palomar Observatory, the Sloan Digital Sky Survey, the United Kingdom Astronomy Technology Centre, and the Anglo-Australian Observatory.
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