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Game Factory’s High Tech Heroes Return to the Nintendo DS in Code Lyoko: Fall of X.A.N.A

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Previously entitled Code Lyoko 2; Code Lyoko: Fall of X.A.N.A scheduled for June Release

SANTA MONICA, Calif., (March 27, 2008) – The battle continues as family-friendly video games publisher The Game Factory announced today its popular Teen action-oriented franchise will return to the Nintendo DSTM system in” Code Lyoko: Fall of X.A.N.A.” Boasting an exciting new storyline, multi-player modes and a unique real-time turned base-battle system, “Code Lyoko: Fall of X.A.N.A” offers a new role playing game experience and newly-designed characters. Based on the hit animated TV series CODE LYOKO, from Taffy Entertainment, players can expect fierce cyber action with challenging missions set in the CGI 3D world of Lyoko. “Code Lyoko: Fall of X.A.N.A” is set to be released in June 2008.

“Once again, we feel very proud to be partnering with Taffy to deliver a new sequel to the Code Lyoko video game universe. Responding to the success of the first installment, we felt compelled to give fans a new take on interacting with their favorite characters,” said Leah Kalboussi Vice President North America at The Game Factory. “With Code Lyoko: Fall of X.A.N.A, the role-playing experience is a natural evolution to developing the franchise, offering a deeper immersion into the Code Lyoko lifestyle.”

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How Well Do You Know Your Gaming Grass?
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How Well Do You Know Your Gaming Grass?

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Above is a poster of six different grass samples taken from six different games. You can buy this poster from an Viennese store called Subotron for €12 ($19 USD). I am not sure if I will be impressed, or a little weirder out, if you can get all six of these, with out looking at the answers, which will be after the jump.

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Spanish, Germen, Swedish, Software Sales

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pain01.   Pro Evolution Soccer 2008 (PSP) 02.   Army of Two (PS3) 03.   Mario and Sonic at the Olympic Games (DS) 04.   FIFA 08 (PS2) 05.   Mario and Sonic at the …
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Mario Kart Wii Jungle Parkway Vs. N64
18 years ago

Mario Kart Wii Jungle Parkway Vs. N64

Reviled today for Mario Kart Wii the re-birthing of the N64 Jungle Parkway.  Take a look at the comparison screens form the 64 version and the Wii version of Jungle …
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More Byron Report Talk

I knew the Byron report would not come out quietly. MCV has a few article discuss the affects and what the Byron report means.

BYRON REVIEW: Government to ‘act immediately’


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BBFC Response Response To Byron Review

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Responding to the Byron Report, David Cooke, Director of the BBFC, said:
“I warmly welcome Dr Byron’s report. She has listened very carefully to all the arguments, and exercised her independent and expert judgement.

“It is clear from Dr Byron’s report that games classification is less well understood that that for films and DVDs. We all need to work hard to bring understanding up to the same level, and help parents and children make informed choices. Games like Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas are for adults, and should be treated in the same way as ‘18’ rated films and DVDs.

“Dr Byron says that when it comes to content, parents want better information on which to base their decisions. I welcome the film-style classification system and greater role for the BBFC which she recommends in paragraph 7.47 of her report.

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Byron Review Out

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The Byron report is UK’s gamings equivalent to, Baseballs Mitchell report. A very, very, quick summary about it. There needs to be a change in the ratting system because the amount of children getting their hands on M rated games; by triking their parents on what the rating really mean. I am not sure yet if this reports affect will reach the American rating system.

Thursday 27th March/…ELSPA, the Entertainment and Leisure Software Publishers Association, welcomes the findings of the Byron Review. It lays out an important framework to deliver a better understanding of how to protect children on-line and when playing video games.

Paul Jackson, Director General, ELSPA, said: “We fully support Dr Byron’s advice to parents on the use of technology in the home and parental awareness of their children’s activities, including the need for wider awareness of age ratings on video games.

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FINAL FANTASY TACTICS A2: Grimoire of the Rift Dated For PAL Regions

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TURN YOUR DS INTO A TACTICAL BATTLEFIELD WITH

London (27th March 2008) – Square Enix Ltd., the publisher of Square Enix® interactive entertainment products in Europe and other PAL territories, today announces that FINAL FANTASY TACTICS® A2: Grimoire of the Rift™ will be released across PAL territories in Summer 2008 exclusively on the Nintendo DS™ handheld system.

Lead your party to victory across the famous world of Ivalice! FINAL FANTASY TACTICS A2: Grimoire of the Rift turns your Nintendo DS into a tactical battlefield where you can take control of a clan of fighters, mages and more. Summon mighty Scions and Espers to overcome the challenges that await, fulfill your destiny and return home victorious!

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Japanese Software Sales: Last Week

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1.Pokemon Ranger: Batonnage (DS) 243000 2.DECA SPORTA (Wii) 67000 3.ARMORED CORE for Answer (PS3) 50000 4.Sim City DS 2 (DS) 46000 5.Tales of Rebirth (PSP) 45000 6.Wii Fit (Wii) 42000(1719000) 7.DS Bimoji Training (DS) 38000(109000) 8.SSBB (Wii) 37000(1522000) …
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