Rugby World Cup 2011

  Further to the announcement of the forthcoming release of Rugby World Cup 2011 on 26th August, international publisher 505 Games and developer HB studios have today announced the games exclusive partnership with the Scottish Rugby Union (SRU). The official licensing agreement grants the exclusive use of the Rugby World Cup 2011 Scottish team strip, emblem, and the Home of Scottish Rugby, Murrayfield Stadium, within the game. With further licensing deals to be announced in due course, Rugby World Cup 2011 will be the authentic rugby gaming experience this summer.

Rugby World Cup 2011 is the official game of Rugby World Cup 2011 in New Zealand and HB studios and 505 Games have been granted the exclusive rights for the tournament’s official game by Rugby World Cup Limited. “From a developer perspective, working with an official license always opens doors on the way to creating a more immersive gaming experience,” commented Alastair Jarvis, General Manager at HB studios. “At HB, we feel uniquely placed when it comes to rugby game development, and tying up a deal such as this only makes our dream of creating the definitive, authentic rugby title achievable.”

The first rugby title on this generation of consoles, Rugby World Cup 2011 will feature the Home of Scottish Rugby, Murrayfield Stadium, as one of its many showpiece stadia. The game also includes HD presentation detail extending to the inclusion of thigh tape, wrist tape, finger tape and scrum caps.

Rugby World Cup 2011 will challenge players to pick from the 20 Rugby World Cup 2011 participating teams and attempt to lead their team through the pool phase, and progress to the final with the opportunity to lift the prestigious Webb Ellis Cup. National rivalries, venues and player personalities are perfectly captured as participants will fight for the pride of their nation in either solo play or with up to three other players in local multiplayer matches. For the first time, HB Studios will give players the chance to fight for the glory of their country online by challenging other players to one-on-one matches on Xbox LIVE® online entertainment network and PlayStation®Network.“ As with any sports title, we feel authenticity is key with Rugby World Cup 2011, and with that in mind, the involvement of the SRU was an essential element of this title,” commented Ian Howe, President, 505 Games “With further partnerships yet to be announced, we’re confident rugby fans from around the world will be impressed with the level of detail within the game.”

Scottish Rugby’s head of commercial, Nathan Bombrys said: “With 20 teams lined up to compete in this year’s Rugby World Cup and fans from around the world preparing for the event, the tournament is promising to be an amazing spectacle. Adding an official video game to the many ways fans can get involved in the event and support their home nation feels like a natural synergy and we are delighted to be a part of the game and to help make it as authentic as possible. The game also features the Scotland squad wearing the brand new 2011 Rugby World Cup playing kit, which was just launched last week. Rugby World Cup 2011 from 505 Games will give fans the chance to play rugby before, during and long after the Webb-Ellis Cup has been won.”

Rugby World Cup 2011 will be available for the Xbox 360 and PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system on August 26th 2011. For more information, please visit the official website at www.rwc2011game.com

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows - Part 2

Check out the screen shots & press release below!

Harry and Friends Prepare for the Final Showdown against Voldemort in Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows^TM – Part 2 The Videogame

Hogwarts is on fire, the shield is broken and full scale battle is the order of day.

In this new trailer for Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows™ - Part 2the videogame, Hogwarts is on fire, the shield is broken and full scale battle is the order of day.  Based on the upcoming Warner Bros. Pictures film and featuring the most epic battles to date, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows™ - Part 2 the videogame promises an unforgettable interactive finale.

As the battle rages, all eight playable characters are seen defending Hogwarts and its numerous enemies as the showdown between Harry and Voldemort draws near. Enemies are introduced and you will finally get a glimpse of who you must defeat as you fight in the battle to end all battles.

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows™ - Part 2 the videogame, licensed by Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment, will be available for Xbox 360®, PlayStation®3, Wii™, Nintendo DS and PC in July 2011.

Deadly Premonition

Too lazy to shop for Deadly Premonition?

Deadly Premonition is out today 5 July 2011 on Xbox LIVE Games on Demand

 Rising Star Games today announced Deadly Premonition is out on Microsoft Xbox LIVE Games on Demand. One of Rising Star Games’ success stories of 2010, Deadly Premonition developed a cult following after receiving hugely contrasting reviews from top games publications and respected reviewers. Deadly Premonition went on to be nominated for and, in some cases, win an impressive number of awards. With review scores ranging from 2 to 10, this was the game of 2010 that people were compelled to try for themselves.

Developed by Access Games, Deadly Premonition is an open-world game set in Greenvale, a secluded rural town in North West America. Playing as FBI Special Agent Francis York, gamers are charged with solving the shocking, ritualistic and brutal murder of a local girl, unravelling the mystery via clues, lies and a trail of bodies. Agent York travels around Greenvale in a variety of vehicles – entertaining gamers with facts about movies along the way – encountering eccentric natives, supernatural creatures and a folklore killer, who stalks his victims in a blood-drenched raincoat. Agent York’s appearance changes in ‘real time’ (shaving, showering and eating are essential), and this level of hygiene has consequences as it influences the towns folk’s perceptions of him. Side quests and mini-games, such as darts, fishing and collecting trading cards also feature.

“It’s been a real pleasure to work on Deadly Premonition,” says Martin Defries, managing director, Rising Star Games. “We’ve loved every minute of handling such a weird and wonderful title. It really found a place in the hearts of the gaming community when released on disc, so we wanted to give even more gaming enthusiasts a chance to play this awesome title. Now they can play Deadly Premonition by downloading it straight onto their Xbox 360s.”

Deadly Premonition is released today on the Xbox Live Network, priced at £14.99, courtesy of Rising Star Games www.risingstargames.com.

Captain America: Super Soldier

Here is some new screen & pack shots of the new Captain America Super Soldier due for release this summer!

Rumours Abound for the Playstation 4 -

The PlayStation 4 will launch next year and feature Kinect-like motion control, according to a new report.

The DigiTimes, citing Taiwan-based component makers, said Sony's manufacturing partners will begin production of the PS4 at the end of 2011.

Foxconn and Pegatron Technology, which assemble the PlayStation 3, are in charge of making the PS4, apparently. Sony is said to be planning to ship at least 20 million units next year.

And there's "body movement-based control like Kinect", claims the report.

Nintendo launches its next home console, the Wii U, in 2012, but not before April.

Microsoft is rumoured to be readying an E3 2012 announcement for the next Xbox, with a 2013 launch described as "likely".

Family Trainer: Magical Carnival for Nintendo Wii

Coming soon to the Nintendo Wii is the new Family Trainer: Magical Carnival.  Below are some screen shots and a trailer for you to enjoy.

NAMCO BANDAI GAMES ANNOUNCES FAMILY TRAINER^TM 

- Enjoy a Day at the Carnival with the Whole Family in the Newest Addition to the Family Trainer^TM Game Series -
NAMCO BANDAI Games Europe S.A.S., today announced Family Trainer™ Magical Carnival exclusively for Wii™, the newest installment in the popular Family Trainer series. Family Trainer Magical Carnival takes players on a fun-filled and family-friendly trip to the carnival as they use the Wii Remote™ and Family Trainer Mat Controller to explore exciting carnival attractions, attract visitors in the theme park and complete a variety of energetic activities with modes for one to 10 players. Family Trainer Magical Carnival is scheduled to be released in Europe on November 18th 2011.

Enjoy the theme park of your dreams without ever leaving home! Family Trainer Magical Carnival lets players explore an array of intriguing themed theme park zones including haunted houses, a lively circus tent, a pirate ship on the high-seas, a colorful parade and magical fantasy attractions. A veritable thrill-ride of activities will keep the whole family moving as they tame lions, steer pirate ships, explore haunted houses, ride a flying carpet and much more.

Family Trainer Magical Carnival includes 25 action-packed attractions with support for up to 10 players in fun cooperative or competitive challenges with multiple difficulty options to cater to all skill levels. Party at the Park mode lets up to 10 players play in a series of individual or team-based activities that gives everyone a chance to get in on the action. One to four players can play through a Dream Attraction mode filled with dozens of themed carnival attractions including; Circus, Parade, Haunted, Pirate and Fantasy attractions. A versatile Free Play mode offers easy access to individual attractions. Finally, invite a friend to the carnival in the two-player Let's Go Out! mode. Send an invite to a Mii on your Mii Plaza to spend some quality time with that special someone.

Family Trainer Magical Carnival for Wii will be available on November 18th 2011 as a bundle including the game and one Family Trainer Mat Controller. For more information on Family Trainer™ Magical Carnival, please visit:http://www.namcobandaigames.eu

Here's a list all the trophies you can get in F.E.A.R. 3

Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment release complete list of Achievements and Trophies for F.E.A.R. 3

Now that F.E.A.R. 3 is out, gamers are playing and have been increasing their Gamerscore and Trophy collection. In order to help players increase their scores, Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment has released a complete list of Achievements and Trophies that players can earn while playing F.E.A.R. 3.

List of Achievements/Trophies are below:

Campaign Specific Achievements/Trophies

• Almost Halfway – Attain Rank 10  -  10 Pts / Bronze

• You’ve Got the Touch! – Attain Rank 21  -  25 Pts / Silver

• Prison Impossible – Complete Prison  -  10 Pts / Bronze

• Get To The Chopper – Complete Slums  -  10 Pts / Bronze

• Pain, In Bulk – Complete Store  -  15 Pts / Bronze

• Town Hall Beating – Complete Village  -  15 Pts / Bronze

• Through The Haystack – Complete Tower  -   20 Pts / Bronze

• Trouble Cross – Complete Bridge  -  20 Pts / Bronze

• Terminal Victory – Complete Port  -  25 Pts / Bronze

• Homecoming King – Complete Ward  -  25 Pts / Bronze

• Mission… Accomplished? – Finish the Campaign on any difficulty (all levels complete)  -  50 Pts / Gold

• Man Mode – Finish the Campaign on INSANE Difficulty  -  100 Pts / Gold

General Achievements/Trophies

• Art Collector – Pin 100 total enemies with the Penetrator or Leaper knives  -  15 Pts / Bronze

• A Precursor – In the Poker Room of Prison, kill all 3 enemies with headshots before Slow-Mo ends - 5 Pts / Bronze

• State-of-the-Art. Bang Bang! – Kill 10 enemies in a row with Sniper Rifle headshots   - 20 Pts / Bronze

• Yo, Adrian! – Find something worth punching!  -  15 Pts / Bronze

• No can Defense! – Kill 100 enemies with Jump Kick or Slide Tackle  -  20 Pts / Bronze

• Extremist – Complete any campaign level on INSANE without reloading checkpoints or going into Last Stand  -  20 Pts / Bronze

• Earl of Pain – Kill 1,000 enemies by any method in any game mode  -  10 Pts / Bronze

Character Specific Achievements/Trophies

• God Among Men – Kill 250 total enemies during Slow-Mo  -  25 Pts / Silver

• Footy Foul – Kill 2 enemies with 1 slide-tackle during Slow-Mo  -  10 Pts / Bronze

• Insider Trading – Possess every type of possessable enemy!  -  15 Pts / Bronze

• Head Crab Removal – 20 kills with a crowbar  -  10 Pts / Bronze

Online and  Multiplayer Achievements/Trophies

• Little Brother’s Helper – As Point Man, Kill 100 enemies Suspended by Fettel  -  15 Pts / Bronze

• Big Brother’s Helper – As Fettel, Suspend 100 enemies that Point Man kills  -  15 Pts / Bronze

• I’m not a Doctor, I’m a Medic! – Perform 50 Revives in any Game Mode  -  10 Pts / Bronze

• Dead Blind – Spend an entire round of Contractions in deep fog without going into Last Stand  -  10 Pts / Bronze

• I F.E.A.R. Nothing! – Finish a wave of Contractions on INSANE without anyone entering Last Stand - 15 Pts / Bronze

• We’ll Try Again Tomorrow! – Survive 3 round in Contractions in a row without anyone bringing back a crate  -  15 Pts / Bronze

• Hanging 20 – Complete wave 20 in Contractions  -  20 Pts / Bronze

• Handle with Care – Return 30 Crates in one game of Contractions  -  20 Pts / Bronze

• Indecisive – Possess 10 different enemies in one round of Soul King  -  10 Pts / Bronze

• Unstoppable! – Win all 5 rounds of a 5-round Soul King match  -  15 Pts / Bronze

• Soul Gatherer – Attain a total of 6,000 Souls in one round of Soul King  -  15 Pts / Bronze

• Soul Hoarder – Attain a total of 25,000 Souls across all round of a Soul King match  -  20 Pts / Bronze

• Monarch – Win 20 round of Soul King  -  20 Pts / Bronze

Rank,  Score and Exploration Based Achievements/Trophies

• Doll Collector – Find the Alma Doll on every level  -  20 Pts / Bronze

• Spiritually Attuned – Make 100 Psychic Links (Share or Steal)  -  20 Pts / Bronze

• Score Monger – Complete 30 challenges in one chapter  -  30 Pts / Bronze

• Supreme Challenger – Complete 500 total challenges between all categories  -  25 Pts / Bronze

• Completionist – Complete every challenge at least once  -  50 Pts / Bronze

• That’s a lot of Zeros – Attain a total of 95,000 score on Prison  -  15 Pts / Silver

• Magna Slum Laude - Attain a total of 85,000 score on Slums – 15 Pts / Silver

• Cannibal Run - Attain a total of 95,000 score on Store – 15 Pts / Silver

• House Arrest - Attain a total of 105,000 score on Village – 15 Pts / Silver

• Point Taken - Attain a total of 110,000 score on Tower – 15 Pts / Silver

• Crossing Over - Attain a total of 70,000 score on Bridge – 15 Pts / Silver

• Point Authority - Attain a total of 110,000 score on Port – 15 Pts / Silver

• Dream Score - Attain a total of 50,000 score on Ward – 10 Pts / Silver

About F.E.A.R. 3.
Released on the Xbox 360, PS3, and Windows PC on June 21, F.E.A.R. 3 is a heart-pounding paranormal first person shooter unleashing intense combat, compelling narrative and co-op play that evolves the franchise. Alma returns in F.E.A.R. 3 but this time her sons Point Man and Paxton Fettel are characters available to play in divergent co-op, giving players distinctly different abilities affecting their own play as well as the experience of their co-op partner. Gamers participate in single player or co-op modes as Point Man or as Paxton Fettel, his conniving brother whose incredible telekinetic power has given him life beyond the grave.