THQ ANNOUNCES AVAILABLITY OF UNIQUE WWE® ’12 AVATAR ITEMS ON XBOX LIVE® MARKETPLACE FOR THE XBOX® 360 VIDEO GAME AND ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM FROM MICROSOFT 

Consumers Provided with Opportunities to Extend the WWE Virtual Experience

Though Wide Variety of Attire and Accessory Options

 THQ Inc. today announced the availability of 21 distinct avatar items in support ofWWE® ’12 , the forthcoming release from the prominent WWE flagship videogame franchise.   Featuring a variety of apparel choices from popular WWE Superstars such as John Cena, CM Punk, The Miz and Sin Cara, the items are available now via Xbox LIVE® Marketplace for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft for suggested retail pricing between 160 and 320 Microsoft Points.

The WWE ’12 avatar items and their suggested price points are available now as follows:

• John Cena Outfit (T-Shirt, Wristbands, Hat) – male and female – 320 Microsoft Points
• CM Punk “Best in the World” T-Shirt – male and female – 240 Microsoft Points
• The Miz “I’m Awesome” T-Shirt – male and female – 240 Microsoft Points
• The Rock “Team Bring It” T-Shirt – male and female – 240 Microsoft Points
• Sin Cara Outfit (Full Body, Mask) – male and female – 320 Microsoft Points
• Goldust Outfit (Full Body) – male and female – 320 Microsoft Points
• Alberto Del Rio “Luxury Car” – 240 Microsoft Points
• “Stone Cold” Steve Austin “Smoking Skull WWE Title” – 240 Microsoft Points
• Money in the Bank Briefcase – 160 Microsoft Points
• Jerry “The King” Lawler Crown – 160 Microsoft Points
• Rey Mysterio Mask – 160 Microsoft Points
• Legion of Doom Outfit – male and female – 320 Microsoft Points 

WWE ’12 is currently in development for the Xbox 360 ® , PlayStation ® 3 system and Wii ^TM , with a scheduled release date of 25 ^th November, 2011 in UK and Ireland.   For more information on WWE ’12 , please , facebook.com/WWEgames and twitter.com/WWEgames .

About WWE ’12

WWE ’12 will enable players to engage in the WWE experience through the new Predator Technology ^™ dynamic gameplay system, which is poised to deliver the most fluid, dynamic, authentic and action-packed WWE simulation experience to date .   Included are the new Breaking Point submission system, new Attributes and control layout as well as significant improvements to other key gameplay systems, including Momentum and Stamina.   WWE Universe Mode 2.0 will generate new and more impactful elements of unpredictability based on player decisions, while dynamic visual changes to gameplay presentation, including new animations, camera positions, lighting and improved rendering, will set the tone for delivering an exceptional simulation of WWE programming.

WWE ’12 will feature the franchise’s best-in-class creation suite, enabling players to develop and customize their own Superstars, entrances, finishing moves, storylines, Highlight Reels and other all-new capabilities to be announced later this year.   As well, the popular Road to WrestleMania ^® Mode will enable players to explore compelling new storylines and major gameplay improvements.   WWE ’12 will also boast one of the largest rosters of WWE Superstars, WWE Divas and WWE Legends in franchise history, including cover Superstar Randy Orton, John Cena, The Miz and Alberto Del Rio. 

Epic Games and Train2Game to Host ‘Make Something Unreal Live’

New indie competition to take place in real time at the Gadget Show Live 2012

  Epic Games, Inc. , creators of the billion-dollar “ Gears of War ” franchise and the award-winning  Unreal Engine 3 , announce Make Something Unreal Live, an independent game development competition co-sponsored by  Train2Game , the UK’s premier game development distance learning resource. This unprecedented event will take place over the course of six months and culminate in a spectacular real-time conclusion at  Gadget Show Live 2012 , the premier consumer show taking place from April 11-15, 2012 in Birmingham, UK. The winner of Make Something Unreal Live will receive a commercial Unreal Engine 3 license for iOS.

Winners of the  Train2Game and Epic Game Jam , happening November 4-6 at the University of Bedfordshire, will compete in the event next April. In both competitions, all games will be developed for iOS devices using Epic’s Unreal Development Kit  (UDK), the free edition of Unreal Engine 3 which has been installed on more than 1 million unique machines.

Following this week’s game jam, development teams will benefit from a six-month incubation period in which a range of senior industry veterans will nurture projects by reviewing key milestones, providing guidance and shaping scope. During this time, talent will prepare for the final showdown at the Gadget Show Live, where more than 100,000 attendees will watch them bring to life Unreal Engine 3-powered creations in real time.

“We are looking forward to working with Epic Games and Train2Game to bring a completely new element into the Games Zone at GSL 2012,” said Gadget Show Live Event Director Matt Hodgins. “A huge number of our visitors are into gaming, and will undoubtedly be excited to see how new games are developed and brought to life at the event.”

“Once they’re out there in the real world, our students will flourish based on their ability to create fantastic experiences under pressure,” said Train2Game Course Director, Tony Bickley, “this is one of the best opportunities they’ve had so far to prove themselves and create something they can be proud of that will springboard their burgeoning careers in gaming.”

“In a mere five days, these developers will kickstart their careers in an intense competition that will ultimately result in one team walking away a professional studio, with a full source Unreal Engine 3 license for iOS in hand,” said Mike Gamble, European territory manager, Epic Games.

Epic Games is known for its legendary Make Something Unreal Contest game development competitions, which utilize the Unreal Engine 3 toolset and reward grand prize winners with a commercial license granting full access to Epic’s high-end game engine technology. The $1 Million Intel Make Something Unreal Contest concluded in 2010, with multiple teams going on to release commercial games based on projects made for the competition.   Developed by grand prize-winning team KTX Software and published by THQ, “ The Haunted: Hells Reach ” was released for PC on October 24.

Tickets for The Gadget Show Live are now on sale at  www.gadgetshowlive.net .

About The Gadget Show Live

Based on Five’s prime time programme, The Gadget Show Live is aimed at an audience of families keen to see, try and buy the latest must have technology. The 2011 event attracted a record 105,000 attendees and 290 exhibitors, promoting the latest in computing, photography, mobile communications, gaming, home entertainment and in-car technology. The Gadget Show Live 2012 is open to the public from 11 to 15 April 2012 at the NEC Birmingham, with a dedicated trade and press day on Tuesday, 10 April.    For further details and to book tickets visit www.gadgetshowlive.net .    Press passes can also be applied for via the website.

About Train2Game

MAJESCO ENTERTAINMENT ANNOUNCES TWISTER^TMMANIA ON KINECT FOR XBOX 360 IS NOW AVAILABLE IN STORES EVERYWHERE

Re-imagine the iconic game of Twister^®as you twist, bend, and squeeze in this uninhibited laugh-out-loud party game

Majesco Entertainment, an innovative provider of video games for the casual market, announced today that its full-body motion game, TWISTER™ Mania,exclusively on Kinect™ for Xbox 360®, is available now, just in time for the holidays. Majesco Entertainment has teamed up with Hasbro™, one of the largest toy companies in the world, to add a digital twist to one of Hasbro’s premier brands that is a worldwide phenomenon in over 37 countries. 

“TWISTER was one of the first games where you used your body as the game piece.” said Jesse Sutton, CEO, Majesco Entertainment. “TWISTER™ Mania is the perfect marriage of this all-time favorite game brand and the Kinect technology, as now your body is the game piece AND the controller. We know families and friends will have laugh-out-loud fun while playingTWISTER™ Mania this holiday season while enjoying the game’s new play patterns and amazing functionality.”

TWISTER™ Mania on Kinect for Xbox 360 combines the colorful, expressive and cooperative gameplay of the iconic TWISTER® board game and transforms it for the video game generation. Twist into fun with friends and family in this light-hearted, fast-paced game that supports up to eight players with deep gameplay, three game modes with 16 different variations and over 1,800 shapes to twist in to! Don’t hold back as you duck, squeeze, twist and move your body to match your opponent’s silhouette, knock down blocks against the clock and fill in thousands of crazy shapes of all sizes and themes!

“TWISTER is an iconic brand that is woven into the fabric of pop culture,” said Mark Blecher, Senior Vice President and General Manager of digital media and marketing at Hasbro.  “The Kinect technology makes TWISTER Mania come to life and allows kids and adults to enjoy uninhibited full body fun in a whole new way."

Developed by Naked Sky, TWISTER™ Mania is rated E for Everyone and available now for the suggested retail price of $49.99.  For more information about TWISTER™ Mania, please visitwww.twistermaniagame.com. For more information about the iconic Twister® board game or any other Hasbro™ properties, please visit www.hasbro.com.

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Say Goodbye to Hand Cramps and Dead Batteries with Nyko’s Power Grip for Nintendo^® 3DS

In Stores Today, Peripheral Offers Extended Battery Life and Ergonomic Grip

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Handheld, Mobile, Nintendo, Nintendo 3DS, Nintendo DS, Nintendo DS List, Nintendo List, Nyko, Retail, accessories, peripherals


Leading gaming peripherals manufacturer Nyko Technologies® today released the Power Grip for the Nintendo® 3DS handheld system, a battery add-on with ergonomic grip that offers triple the normal battery life. The Power Grip does not require players to remove the existing battery and provides an ergonomic grip for added comfort and stability. With so many great 3DS games arriving this holiday season, gamers can play longer and more comfortably with the Power Grip, available today in stores and online for an MSRP of $29.99.

“Comfort is a necessity in hand-held gaming,” said Chris Arbogast, Director of Marketing at Nyko, “We designed the Power Grip to be the perfect ergonomic solution for long road trips, cross-country flights and marathon gaming sessions with the Nintendo 3DS.”

The Power Grip works in conjunction with the existing 3DS battery, providing up to 3x the play time. Extended battery life is complemented by the ergonomic finger grooves of the Power Grip, allowing the user to play in comfort for as long as the extended battery lasts. The Power Grip easily clips on to the back of the 3DS without the need to remove the internal battery or back cover. Installation is a breeze, and once you’re done playing, the Power Grip easily recharges through the standard 3DS AC adaptor.

Nyko Power Grip for 3DS features:
• 3x Battery Life: High capacity rechargeable battery provides up to 3x the playtime than the stock 3DS battery
• Easy Installation: Attaches to the back of the 3DS system, no tools or modification required
• Comfort: Ergonomically designed for hours of comfortable use, especially for adult players
• Charge: Recharges easily through the stock 3DS power adaptor
Connect with Nyko for a chance to win exciting Nyko prizes at @nykotech or onFacebook.

Country Dance 2 (Wii) The official launch trailer.

Kick Up Your Heels to Your Favorite Country Hits with GameMill Entertainment’s Country Dance^TM 2Available Now Exclusively on Wii^TM

Dance to 30+ Chart-Topping Tunes from Today’s Biggest Names in Country Including Jason Aldean, Brad Paisley, Luke Bryan, Keith Urban, Lady Antebellum, George Strait, Blake Shelton, Miranda Lambert, Carrie Underwood and more!

Country music’s biggest artists are headed to your living room for an all new interactive experience!  GameMill Entertainment, an independent publisher of entertaining mass-market video games, today announced the launch of Country Dance™ 2, the sequel to America’s favorite country dance video game that’s packed with fresh country hits, all new routines, multiplayer modes and brand new sing-along features.  Country Dance 2 is available now exclusively for Wii™ at retailers nationwide.

Country Dance 2 is the ultimate country music video game experience featuring more than 30 tracks from the biggest names in country.  TheCountry Dance 2 star-studded lineup includes music from Jason Aldean, Brad Paisley, Luke Bryan, Keith Urban, Lady Antebellum, George Strait, Blake Shelton, Miranda Lambert, Carrie Underwood and many, many more. Building upon the simple gameplay loved by fans ofCountry Dance, Country Dance 2 amplifies the fun with an all new sing-along features, duet dancing and a new calorie-counting exercise mode.  Whether you’re cutting the rug on your own, line dancing side-by-side with your partner, or taking on friends and family in a dancing duel, Country Dance 2 will transform your living room into an energetic dance floor with today’s hottest country songs from America’s best-selling country artists.

Additional Country Dance 2 Features:

• Star-Studded Soundtrack: 30+ country hits from country music’s biggest artists!
• User-Friendly Gameplay: Easy to jump in and play – just grab the Wii Remote™ controller and replicate the onscreen dance moves! Fun for all ages and all dance abilities!
• Don’t be Shy, Belt it Out: New sing-along features and scrolling lyrics let you dance AND sing!
• Grab a Partner: Supports up to four players at once including duet dancing option that features unique choreography for each player during the same song!
• Calorie Counter: Dancing is a great way to burn some calories; take advantage of the all new calorie counter!

Country Dance 2 is available nationwide exclusively for Wii™ for the suggested retail price of $39.99, and is rated “E10+” by the ESRB. Like us on Facebook athttp://www.facebook.com/CountryDanceGame. Follow us on Twitter @Country_Dance.  For more information about Country Dance 2 or theCountry Dance franchise, please visit:www.game-mill.com.

release November 2011

Uncharted 3: Drake's Deception (PS3)

A collection of review screenshots.

Sonic Generations Launch trailer! 3DS, PS3, X360

Check out this awesome new Trailer From the legend that is Sonic! out November 2011