Cambridge, Mass. – May 8, 2009 – Harmonix and MTV Games today announced that three tracks from American punk rockers Social Distortion will be added to the Rock Band®Music Store of downloadable content next week for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, PLAYSTATION®3 computer entertainment system and the Wii™ system. Also coming in next week’s lineup is music from Steely Dan, Disturbed, Elvis Costello and The Replacements.
Social Distortion is recognized as one of the biggest names in American punk rock with six full-length studio albums to date and considerable commercial success. The “Social Distortion Pack 01” will feature “Ring of Fire” and “Story of My Life,” both from the band’s 1990 self-titled third album, and “Bad Luck” from the band’s fourth album Between Heaven and Hell (1992).Social Distortion made its Rock Band debut with “I Was Wrong” featured on the Rock Band 2 soundtrack.
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Totals are for worldwide sales…
Nintendo DS
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Inspired Instruments, Inc. will debut its all-digital-guitar the ‘You Rock Guitar’ at E3. The You Rock Guitar’s patented technology answers the call of the millions of music gamers waiting for the next big thing by bridging the gap between music and games.
Patented Hybrid Musical Instrument
The You Rock Guitar is the perfect complement to any gamer or guitar-player’s collection, adding fun, convenience, versatility, portability and exceptional sound quality. Its exclusive design eliminates the hassle of tuning or restringing a traditional guitar. It connects to an existing amplifier for jamming sessions, or headphones for quiet playing time. Its USB interface connects to any computer, Mac or PC. The guitar can plug into any iPod, MP3 player, cell-phone or stereo receiver. Use iTunes library as your back-up band. The internal sound sources are of 16-bit audio quality. The patented neck feels like strings and frets and is well suited in professional MIDI studios for songwriting, sequencing or additionally driving multiple MIDI instruments in a live performance. Cliff Elion, President of Inspired Instruments states “Gaming requires something beyond a MIDI guitar, in fact, you cannot play any of the popular console music games with a MIDI guitar, that’s why we invented the multi-touch fret board technology. The future of music gaming can now be in your hands.”
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– Published by Atari Inc. in North America and Coming to Xbox 360®, Wii™, PLAYSTATION®3 system, PlayStation®2 system, PC and Nintendo DS™ on June 16th, 2009 –
– Coming Exclusively to PLAYSTATION®3 system and PlayStation®2 system in Europe and PAL Regions on June 19th 2009 Published by Sony Computer Entertainment Europe –
– PSP™(PlayStation® Portable) Version Coming Worldwide Autumn 2009 –
NEW YORK, NY – May 6th, 2009 – Atari, one of the world’s most recognized video game publishers, today confirmed the worldwide launch plans for the highly anticipated Ghostbusters: The Video Game.
The title will launch on the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, Windows® PC, PLAYSTATION®3 computer entertainment system, PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system, Wii™ and Nintendo DS™ in North America on June 16th 2009 and will be published by Atari Inc.
In an exclusive deal for Europe and the PAL regions, the PLAYSTATION®3 system and PlayStation®2 system versions will launch on June 19th 2009 published by Sony Computer Entertainment Europe. The launch coincides with the 25th anniversary of the original film’s theatrical release and the launch of the Blu-RayTM of the classic first movie, benefiting from a worldwide launch and licensing campaign by Sony Pictures Consumer Products.
Guitar Hero
* Blue Öyster Cult – “Godzilla”
* Boston – “More Than A Feeling”
* Deep Purple – “Smoke On The Water”
* Franz Ferdinand – “Take Me Out”
* Helmet – “Unsung (Live)”
* Incubus – “Stellar”
* Joan Jett & The Blackhearts – “I Love Rock N’ Roll”
* Ozzy Osbourne – “Bark At The Moon”
* Pantera – “Cowboys From Hell (Live)”
* Queen – “Killer Queen”
* Queens Of The Stone Age – “No One Knows”
* The Donnas – “Take It Off”
* The Exies – “Hey You”
* White Zombie – “Thunder Kiss ‘65″
Guitar Hero II
* Alice In Chains – “Them Bones”
* Avenged Sevenfold – “Beast And The Harlot”
* Danzig – “Mother”
* Foo Fighters – “Monkey Wrench”
* Iron Maiden – “The Trooper”
* Jane’s Addiction – “Stop!”
* Kansas – “Carry On Wayward Son”
* Lamb Of God – “Laid To Rest”
* Lynyrd Skynyrd – “Free Bird”
* Mötley Crüe- “Shout At The Devil”
* Nirvana – “Heart-Shaped Box”
* Rage Against The Machine – “Killing In The Name”
* Reverend Horton Heat – “Psychobilly Freakout”
* Rush – “YYZ”
* Stone Temple Pilots – “Trippin’ On A Hole In A Paper Heart”
* The Police – “Message In A Bottle”
* The Sword – “Freya”
* Warrant – “Cherry Pie”
* Wolfmother – “Woman”
The Beatles: Rock Band Pre-Order Club Goes Live Today, May 5th
New York – May 5, 2009 – Harmonix Music Systems, the leading developer of music-based games, and MTV Games, a part of Viacom’s MTV Networks (NYSE: VIA, VIA.B), along with distribution partner Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: ERTS), announced today that replica Rickenbacker 325 and Gretsch Duo Jet™ guitars will be made available as standalone music peripheral controllers for The Beatles: Rock Band. In addition, The Beatles: Rock Band Pre-Order Club also goes live today in the U.S. and Canada giving fans exclusive news and access to exclusive game elements from the eagerly awaited game set for release worldwide on 9/9/09.
The Rickenbacker 325 and Gretsch Duo Jet guitars are hailed as two of the signature, most celebrated instruments played by John Lennon and George Harrison throughout their careers, respectively. They will be made available for MSRP $99.99 in the U.S. and in continental Europe for MSRP €99.99 and for MSRP £89.99 in the UK. These wireless instrument controllers join the previously announced Höfner bass controller, a large-scale replica of the bass famously used by Sir Paul McCartney, and the Ringo Starr inspired and Ludwig-branded Rock Band 2 drums, with a classic pearl finish and vintage replica Beatles kick drum head. All controllers will be available for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, PLAYSTATION® 3, Wii™ and will be compatible with all Rock Band titles.
Barcelona (Spain) -Apr. 21, 2009– Gammick Entertainment is pleased to present the expected version for WiiWare™ from the famous boardgame “Hey! That’s my Fish!”. Only penguins are invited in this party, so hurry up and choose your favourite ones…And don’t let anyone to snatch the fishes from you! A good strategy is the most important thing to feed your hungry penguins. The objective is to get the ice floes that have more fishes before someone get them before you. Only the smartest one will turn into the real fishing King!
Between 1 and 4 players can play “Penguins & Friends” at the same time – providing they can handle the polar cold. The board is made up of ice blocks that have a set number of fish (1, 2 or 3) under them. The ice blocks are hexagonal and form a structure like a beehive. The starting position of the ice blocks can change, creating different game boards.
Videos
Wii: –Developer’s Voice – Punch-Out!! –EA SPORTS Active – Bob Greene’s Philosophy –Guitar Hero Metallica – Behind the Scenes 3 –The Conduit Storyline Video –EA SPORTS Grand Slam Tennis …
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Cambridge, Mass. – May 4, 2009 – Harmonix and MTV Games announced today 18 new tracks coming this week to the Rock Band™ Music Store catalogue of downloadable content for the Wii™ system, including seven tracks from 80s power rockers REO Speedwagon and Styx. This week’s music update also includes songs from All That Remains, The Clash, Devo, Hautewerk, The Ramones, and System of a Down.
Three of Styx’s biggest singles were recently re-recorded for Rock Band, including “Blue Collar Man (Long Nights)” and “Renegade” originally featured on the band’s eighth studio album Pieces of Eight (1978), plus “Too Much Time on My Hands” originally featured on the band’s 1981 concept album Paradise Theatre.
Motion Controls Send Classic Character Jumping, Swinging, Soaring and Swimming
REDMOND, Wash., May 4, 2009 – Legendary video game character Donkey Kong™ is on a quest to become king of the jungle, and he needs some help. Today’s launch of the New Play Control! Donkey Kong™ Jungle Beat™ video game for the Wii™ console lets players grab their Wii Remote™ and Nunchuk™ controllers to assist him. Players control Donkey Kong’s running, jumping and banana grabbing by using the traditional control stick and buttons, while motion controls add a realistic feeling to actions like grabbing vines and boxing.
“Donkey Kong is one of Nintendo’s oldest and most beloved characters,” said Cammie Dunaway, Nintendo of America’s executive vice president of Sales & Marketing. “New Play Control! Donkey Kong Jungle Beat provides a rich environment that lets the great game play – and Donkey Kong’s personality – shine.”
Donkey Kong Jungle Beat originally debuted on the Nintendo GameCube™ system. This new version has been remastered with motion controls, new enemies and obstacles, and a new final boss battle. Nintendo also has added special monkeys to each stage that give tips or let players save their progress. The new controls make this well-reviewed game accessible to new players while giving those who played the original new challenges.
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Best Buy:
Nintendo Wii:
Cooking Mama: World Kitchen $24.99
EA SPORTS Active $59.99 * (Available 5/19)
Gold’s GYM Cardio Workout $19.99
Guitar Hero: Metallic $49.99
My Fitness Coach $19.99
Wii Fit $89.99 **
Wii System $249.99 **
Nunchuk $19.99
Remote $39.99
Just a reminder, the NA release for Boom Blox is May 19th.
Get ready for the ultimate blox-busting action as Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: ERTS) today announced BOOM BLOX™ Bash Party for Wii™, the sequel to the critically-acclaimed BOOM BLOX™ game for Wii. EA’s collaboration with director and producer Steven Spielberg continues with BOOM BLOX Bash Party, and the destructive fun reaches new heights with richer multiplayer action and more than 400 new levels that will have players of all ages gaming together and solving action-packed puzzles under water, in zero gravity, and beyond!
Nintendo Wii
North America:
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To celebrate the launch the X-Men Origins: Wolverine the video game in the UK on May 1st 2009, Activision Blizzard has sponsored the wolverine enclosure at Edinburgh Zoo for one year. In addition, the lead male wolverine has voluntarily changed his name to Logan in respect of the legendary Marvel character.
The sponsorship will help to ensure that Edinburgh Zoo, who has the only wolverines in the UK, can continue its breeding programme throughout 2009 and 2010.
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