You may be thinking to your self “self did we already know this?” The answer would be yes, but this is the official press release from Capcom.
First Online Golf Game Headed for Wii
SAN MATEO, Calif. — March 13, 2008 — Capcom®, a leading worldwide developer and publisher of video games, today announced online modes for We Love Golf!™ for the Wii™ home video game system. Western players now have the option to meet up online and challenge each other in a realistic and immersive golf experience on Wii. We Love Golf! will be available for Wii this summer.
We Love Golf! will be the first online capable golf game for Wii and will feature a full array of online features, including “World Play Mode,” where players can play random players online and collect player medals for their wins, and “Friend Play,” where players may choose to play a friend from their Wii friend list. The game will also be one of the first online Wii sports titles to enable players to play online with their personalized Miis. The new online modes for We Love Golf! are being included in the game for the first time for the Western release of the game, as the Japanese version of the game (released in December 2007) did not have these online modes.
March 13, 2008 – Two new Pokémon® adventures for Nintendo DS™ are on the way, and Nintendo plans to reward fans for ordering early with guides to help them navigate …
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SANTA MONICA, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Genius Products, Inc. (OTCBB:GNPI) “The Company” announced today its expansion into the publishing and distribution of video games. Genius’ management team has extensive experience in the video game industry and this growth opportunity is an example of how the company is increasing revenue and earnings growth through new and expanding brand and content partnerships as well as co-productions.
“Our management expertise in the development, marketing and distribution of video games creates a tremendous growth opportunity for Genius,” said Trevor Drinkwater, President and CEO of Genius Products. “As planned, this marks the beginning of our entrance into the fast growing and exciting interactive software category and the expansion of our distribution expertise in multiple entertainment based product categories.”
Stephen K. Bannon, Chairman of Genius Products said, “In 2008, we enter phase two of our aggressive growth strategy which will focus on revenue growth and improvements in margin through brand and content partnerships, content production, intellectual property ownership, and the acquisition of additional revenue streams. Our planned entry into video games is a great example of value creating, higher margin opportunities we will continue to aggressively pursue in 2008 and beyond.”
Electronic Arts announced on Thursday that former University of Arkansas running back and two time All-American recipient, Darren McFadden, will appear on the front cover of NCAA Football 09 for the Xbox 360, scheduled for release on July 15, 2008. This year, the packaging for each of the NCAA Football 09 console platforms will feature an exclusive cover athlete. Following McFadden on the Xbox 360 package front will be three other cover athletes from different regions throughout the county to appear on the box art for NCAA Football 09 on the PlayStation 2, PlayStation 3, and PSP.
During McFadden’s three year career at the University of Arkansas, the two-time Heisman Trophy runner-up earned three First Team All-SEC selections, was named the SEC coaches and Associated Press “Offensive Player of the Year”, received the 2007 Walter Camp Award, and was the first Sophomore to receive the Doak Walker Award for the best college Running Back two years in row. McFadden holds multiple University of Arkansas records, the most notable being the Razorback’s all-time leading rusher with 4,485 yards in only 37 career games.
12 New Titles to Launch in PAL Territories Through 2009
Thursday, 6th March, 2008 – Majesco Entertainment Company (NASDAQ: COOL), an innovative provider of video games for the mass market, today announced a partnership with Codemasters®, a leading publisher of award-winning interactive entertainment software, to distribute a number of new titles to PAL territories.
The partnership will predominantly focus on titles for Nintendo DS™ and Wii™ including: Nanostray 2, Toy Shop, Cake Mania 2 and Nancy Drew: The Mystery of the Clue Bender Society for Nintendo DS, and Wild Earth: African Safari, Our House and Cake Mania for Wii along with several unannounced games for both platforms. Blokus Portable: Steambot Championship for the PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) system is also included as part of the deal.
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Minnesota’s own Mayo Clinic recently did a study on the correlation between fight obesity and playing games that have you move. KIII TV is reporting that the …
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Finally, some one who thinks the same way I do! I wanted to post the whole thing here instead of linking to it. Taken from 1up:
With the election season creeping up alongside the release of Grand Theft Auto IV, it’s inevitable that we’ll see (even more) politicians, pundits, and authors decrying video games as a cause — nay, the source — of all social evils. But not all authors jump on the bandwagon, and a new book takes research on the topic of game violence in a radically different direction.
Game Couch has an interview with Dr. Cheryl K. Olson, the co-author of Grand Theft Childhood: The Surprising Truth About Violent Video Games. Based on data from a joint research study from Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard Medical School, the book asserts that many studies on the topic of game violence have been skewed by various factors, including smaller sample sets, lower time playing, bias against media violence, and conducting the studies around games that the children didn’t choose for themselves.
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“We’re asking retailers to be responsible,” Emily Noble, president of the Canadian Teachers’ Federation, said Monday. “Yes, they can sell it and make a buck out of this, …
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1. US computer and video game software sales grew six percent in 2007 to $9.5 billion – more than tripling industry software sales since 1996.
2. Sixty-seven percent of American heads of households play computer and video games.
3. The average game player is 33 years old and has been playing games for 12 years.
2K Sports announced today the third annual Major League Baseball® 2K8 Video Game Tour, a mobile interactive entertainment experience created to highlight the exciting convergence of video games, music and sports. East Coast and West Coast tours will take place simultaneously and make stops at more than 20 markets and 40 events across the country. The Major League Baseball 2K8 Video Game Tour will dispatch six 2K Sports branded mobile entertainment trucks armed with video game stations of the hottest 2K Sports titles so consumers can try before they buy. Gamers can participate in the open play stations or compete in the Major League Baseball 2K8 Home Run Derby to win exclusive prizes from 2K Sports and Major League Baseball®.
Sirius Satellite Radio DJ and emcee, Statik Selektah, will be featured on the West Coast leg of the tour while Boston-based celebrity DJ, Eskillz, will spin on the East Coast, as fans will be treated to a variety of hot tracks and remixes from all of the best 2K Sports in-game soundtracks. Complimentary music cards and game demo discs will be given away at all tour stops. As the ultimate mobile interactive experience for baseball fans of all ages, the Major League Baseball 2K8 Video Game Tour will make stops in over 20 college campuses, Major League Baseball Spring Training™ baseball games, and at designated Best Buy parking lots across the country. All participants will receive $5 discount coupons for Major League Baseball 2K8 to redeem at Best Buy.
A quote taken from MP Keith Vaz, In comparing the interactivity of video games to movies:
However, someone sitting at a computer playing a video game, or someone with one …
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NEW YORK — 2K Sports, the sports publishing label of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO), announced today a partnership with renowned and influential music outlet Pitchfork Media in support of the highly anticipated title, Major League Baseball 2K8. Pitchfork has made a name for itself since its inception in 1996 as the de facto online source for quality and discerning music reviews and news. The Pitchfork staff also shares passion for the game of baseball and it is the combination of their passion for music and baseball that makes them the perfect partner in constructing a truly epic soundtrack for Major League Baseball 2K8.
2K Sports has invited Pitchfork Media to select half of the music to be featured in Major League Baseball 2K8, guaranteeing that, along with the deepest and most authentic baseball simulation experience available, fans will also be able to enjoy a cutting-edge selection of the hottest music around – including artists such as Modest Mouse, Peter Bjorn & John, The Cure, The Strokes, LCD Soundsystem, and Black Rebel Motorcycle Club. Each artist and song selected for the game by Pitchfork Media will be denoted as a “Pitchfork Pick,” and will include additional bio information as well.
GC – Games Convention 2008
(August 21 – 24, 2008)
Press & Trade Visitor Day: August 20, 2008
GC – Games Convention 2008 Starts with a Bang
Video Games Live – The Spectacular Concert Event from the USA for the First Time in Germany
Spectacular light effects, interludes of interactive gaming and a top-class symphony orchestra – this is what makes up Video Games Live (VGL), the world’s most successful concert series featuring game music. This year for the first time, the classic event is stopping off in Germany: at 8.00 pm on 20 August 2008, the VGL presents the official game music concert for the GC – Games Convention, Europe’s biggest computer and video games fair. An audience of around 6,000 can look forward to a major musical event in the Arena Leipzig.
Competition at retail from other sources such as videogames has had an impact on the overall homevideo market and on the performance of individual titles including “Shrek the …
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New York, NY – February 24, 2008 -The Board of Directors of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ:TTWO) today confirmed that it has received an unsolicited proposal from Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ:ERTS) to acquire Take-Two for $26.00 per share in cash. Take-Two’s Board of Directors has thoroughly reviewed EA’s unsolicited proposal with the assistance of its independent financial and legal advisors and concluded that the proposal is inadequate in multiple respects and not in the best interests of Take-Two’s stockholders.
After careful evaluation, the Board has determined that EA’s proposal substantially undervalues Take-Two’s robust and enviable stable of game franchises, exceptional creative talent and strong consumer loyalty. We believe EA’s unsolicited offer is highly opportunistic and is attempting to take advantage of our upcoming release of Grand Theft Auto IV, one of the most valuable and durable franchises in the industry. Furthermore, the offer values the Company at a significant discount to its public peers and does not compensate Take-Two for its intrinsic value and the substantial synergies that the proposed combination would create.
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On Friday, February 22, 2008, five Wii video games will be featured as the top five deals in the Amazon.com Gold Box. The identities of each deal will …
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