Video game news by Fox News

JoeHonkie wrote:

Fox News is now running its own video games news section. Not my favorite source for news, but it's interesting to see a mainstream media site pick up on this.

Yo, Wired is not a mainstream media site. Cut that out.

Fox News for Videogames

Source: Kotaku

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1799.html

DS Lite street date broken by 2 weeks

JoeHonkie wrote:

Several sites are reporting that you can possibly get your DS now. So go get them! I need one because I broke my original DS.

Source: Engadget, Kotaku, Joystiq

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1798.html

Review: New Super Mario Bros - DS

Title: New Super Mario Bros
Platform: DS
Author: Ben

It is an instant classic and no gamer should be without New Super Mario Bros.

http://www.snackbar-games.com/r352.html

Review: Harvest Moon: Magical Melody - Gamecube

Title: Harvest Moon: Magical Melody
Platform: Gamecube
Author: Chris A.J.

The repetitive nature of the series will continue to drive away most gamers, but fans can expect one of the best games in the series yet.

http://www.snackbar-games.com/r351.html

Review: The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion - PC

Title: The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion
Platform: PC
Author: Chris A.J.

The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion is easily one of the best games of 2006, and may just be one of the best games in years.

http://www.snackbar-games.com/r350.html

Review: Silent Hill Experience - PSP

Title: Silent Hill Experience
Platform: PSP
Author: Piniata

Unless you are a die-hard Silent Hill nut, Silent Hill Experience is strictly a rental.

http://www.snackbar-games.com/r349.html

Review: True Swing Golf - DS

Title: True Swing Golf
Platform: DS
Author: Gilligan

To the average gamer, this game scores a double bogey.

http://www.snackbar-games.com/r348.html

Review: Full Spectrum Warrior: Ten Hammers - Xbox

Title: Full Spectrum Warrior: Ten Hammers
Platform: Xbox
Author: XG SBSub

If the number of people on multiplayer doesn't improve then I won't be playing it for some time as I couldn't imagine any type of replay value.

http://www.snackbar-games.com/r347.html

Review: Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon: Advanced WarFighter - Xbox360

Title: Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon: Advanced WarFighter
Platform: Xbox360
Author: Mr.F4i

This game was my birth into the next generation of gaming, and if this is any indicator to what is coming my way than I am truly excited.

http://www.snackbar-games.com/r346.html

Server Move Complete

We are now running 100% on the new webhost. I don't have 100% control over this environment like I used to so please please let me know if you see strange behavior with the site.

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1796.html

Forums

I moved the forums back from snackbargames.com to snackbar-games.com so I can test move the snackbargames.com domain to the new server. All the site links have been updated so you shouldn't run into any issues.

Edit (5/28 @ 2:58pm CST): I have moved the snackbargames.com domain to the new site and moved the forums and disabled the forums on the old domain. I put in a few tweaks so you shouldn't hit the old forums. I am moving the snackbar-games.com domain over as we speak.

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1795.html

Playstation 3 to win next generation console war?

Wayne wrote:

According to industry analysts, the Playstation 3 will have a slow start because of price, but as the price goes down, it will pick up speed and in the end become the best selling system of the next generation. Now, this is assuming the price drops. Sony did say that it never will, but as I've mentioned in the past, I just think that's a BS way of tricking consumers to buy it at launch. After all, if it really was going to be $600 whether it be at launch or two years after, when would you buy it? Clever strategy, but they can't fool me.

The good news for Sony haters is that these same analysts predict that the Playstation 3 won't have quite as large a lead on the competition as it did in the last generation. Either way, this should be interesting.

Source: Official Playstation Website

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1794.html

Xbox Live Update

Pretzel wrote:

Our podcast producer Dave Brown stumbled across this article. Xbox Live is preparing for a pretty big update for the Live interface and also how you interact with downloads and a ton of other cool features. This should make your Live experience a bit more multifunctional and smoother.

Xbox Live Update

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1793.html

Wii priced below $250

JoeHonkie wrote:

It seems like the Wii will have the sub-$250 price point we have all expected. Several sites are reporting that Nintendo has set the bar at 25 thousand yen, which is about $220. I doubt they'd set that too much higher for the US market. Rejoice.

Source: Engadget, Kotaku

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1792.html

Wii priced below $250

JoeHonkie wrote:

It seems like the Wii will have the sub-$250 price point we have all expected. Several sites are reporting that Nintendo has set the bar at 25 thousand yen, which is about $220. I doubt they'd set that too much higher for the US market. Rejoice.

Source: Engadget, Kotaku

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1792.html

WAYPN

Pretzel wrote:

This is an advance notice to all you gamers out there. We want to hear what you are playing now. Please send us your soundbytes to podcast@snackbar-games.com. Soundbytes should be no longer than a minute and a half. I've extended it a bit for all you talkers out there. Please keep it clean and professional, remember this is a rated PG-13 type of show. Sort of! Anyways, please send those in guys, we love it when you do and so does the entire world.

Big thanks to Piniata for sending his WAYPN on the last podcast. All the way from across the pond! That just goes to show that Snackbar is freaking global! Rock on guys! Spread the word and keep listening.

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1791.html

BF2 Patch 1.3

Pretzel wrote:

The latest patch for BF2 is out and ready to be downloaded by all. The new patch fixes some bugs here and there, and also adds vehicle drops within the game. If any of you are interested in joining in on the fun, check out our Battlefield thread in our forums for VOIP and server listings.

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1790.html

Own a Gizmondo!

JoeHonkie wrote:

Despite being torn apart by ties to organized crime, flaming car wrecks, and the fact that they were obviously ripping off everyone around them, the Gizmondo people did somehow manage to manufacture a few of their "consoles." Now you can own a piece of gaming history for just under 130 quid! Only 3 in stock, buy them while they last!

Yes, I want to buy a Gizmondo!

Source: Gizmodo (not to be confused with Gizmondo)

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1789.html

New version of GP2X

JoeHonkie wrote:

For those of you who don't know, the GP2X is an extremely homebrew friendly handheld with USB and SD-card support that is descended from a Korean portable gaming system. It's fairly powerful for 2d gaming and video apps, but almost entirely community supported. Still I know a lot of people who were fans of the previous versions, and I'm sure they'll be glad to know it's still profitable enough to justify a slight hardware update.

Source: Joystiq

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1788.html

Stop ruining the Earth, gamers!

JoeHonkie wrote:

Do you keep your PS2 and other systems on standby? I know I leave my PS2 plugged in on standby for days at a time that I don't use it (as well as my DVD players and other things). This is apparently using up a lot of energy nationwide and contributing to global warming and such, so maybe I should turn it off when I'm not using it.

(I did turn off all my crap, including powerstips, while I was gone for a week. Go me.)

Source: Joystiq

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1787.html

Podcast Link

Pickle wrote:

I chime in every so often, this time to bring you the direct link to the mp3 of our E3 podcast. Make sure to send your "What are you playing now" sound bytes in, so we can place them in our next podcast.

Snackbar E3 impressions podcast

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1786.html

PC games finally in DVD cases

JoeHonkie wrote:

It's about time this became a standard. Much more attractive and easier to deal with that paper sleeves. I have a few games boxed in this format and I prefer it.

Source: Joystiq

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1785.html

I'm Back

Just a heads up that I am back in action and am working on a plan to stabilize our web presence which is going to involve migrating to a new host. I will notify everyone of any potential downtime so you don't all freak out and start sending me emails if the site doesn't load.

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1784.html

PS3 games delayed left and right

JoeHonkie wrote:

I was never sure what Sony's 15 launch titles were, but I'm even more confused now. A bunch of their known and showcase games are being pushed back until Christmas or later. All I know is that I'm not paying $600 for a machine without any games. Let's get it together, Sony.

Source: Joystiq

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1783.html

In agreement with Pretzel

Wayne wrote:

I hate to make excuses, but I have also been extremely busy. I'm getting married in less than a month and I'm trying to buy a house all at the same time. Because of that, I've had little free time at home, and the only reason I'm able to even post this from work right now is because the weather is finally nice, so everybody is out enjoying it instead of shopping.

I'll pick back up on the news as much as I can. I'm assuming with the post-E3 lull that I haven't missed all that much.

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1782.html

Bad Week

Pretzel wrote:

I want to apologize on behalf of the staff here. This has been a bad week for all of us. Cone on vacation and myself being slammed at work. The site has also been experiencing several bugs here and there which is being worked on. Also the podcast is done and uploaded, I'm just waiting for either Pic or Cone to have some free time to post the podcast. Thanks again for everyones patience.

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1781.html

An Update of the Conical Kind

My apologies for the current bugs with the new server, we are working to get them resolved. With a 128K connection here at the hotel I am relegated to near dial up speeds so my time online has been brief and limited to things like "Hey, look at that something is down". I will be back on online in full capacity on Sunday at which point I will make sure the podcast is up along with all pending content. That is unless I get stuck somewhere between here and home on that glorious cross country drive. See you all in a few more days.

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1779.html

Podcast Update

Pretzel wrote:

With Cone gone on vacation and me being slammed at work this week, posting the podcast will be delayed until maybe the end of the week. Sorry for the delay, as most of you know, we do this as a hobby and we don't see a cent. We do this cause its fun and we love it. Sometimes are our real lives take over our hobbies. We will have the podcast up as soon as we can, thanks for listening.

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1778.html

Forums appear to be down.

Wayne wrote:

They've been unavailable to me for the last few hours, and Cone is on vacation currently. I'm hoping it's just a minor server issue that will clear itself up, but if not, we may have to learn how to go without our addiction until our administrator returns.

Doh... :(

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1777.html

E3 06: PS3 menu interface revealed

Piniata wrote:

The menu interface was just uncovered for the PS3. It is much like the PSP's easy to use and good looking design. As you can see, Sony is indeed making a true multimedia console. You can view pictures here and video here.

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1776.html

E3 06: Good news for Animal Crossing fans

Piniata wrote:

Since the Animal Crossing game for the DS has been insanely popular in Japan (selling 3 million units so far), it has been announced that an animated movie will be made the devs, directed by Jouji Shimura, and signs point to a release in December.

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1775.html

E3 06: E3 is over

Piniata wrote:

Yep, the show for 2006 is already over. It was a crazy few days wasn't it? But where were games such as the PS3 Killzone, Resident Evil 5 or Devil May Cry 4? It's a shame that these games amongst others weren't there, but there was plenty of stuff to make it up. What did you guys like best at the E3? Suprises? Dissapointments? Discuss in the forum!

PS: This does not mean that there won't still be videos, screens and game updates coming. Check back often!

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1774.html

E3 06: E3 trailers round 6 (inc. C&C 3, Zelda DS and more)

Piniata wrote:

Command and Conquer 3: Tiberium Wars

Tekken 6

Superman Returns ingame footage

Gothic 3

Zelda: Phantom Hourglass ingame footage

LOTR online

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1773.html

Vacation

I am heading out for vacation this next week. I leave you all in the capable hands of the other staff members. I am going to be in LA a day shy of making it to E3. How unfortunate for me. This also means I will miss the final day of E3 as I am on the road. Hopefully, nothing too major hits the newswire.

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1772.html

E3 06: Grand Theft Auto: Vice City Stories for PSP

Piniata wrote:

Yesterday during E3, the new GTA for the PSP has been announced. After the success of the first GTA on the PSP, the announcement of Vice City Stories is not much of a surprise. GTA:VCS should be out this fall. Come to think of it... Silent Hill, GTA, MGS, oh my! This fall will rule for Sony indeed.

IGN

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1771.html

E3 06: E3 trailers Round 5

Piniata wrote:

Prey (PC, X360)- FPS with Doom 3 enginge

Excite Truck (Wii)- Racing with you driving with the Wii controller, commentated by Reggie.

The Club (PS3, Xbox 360) -Third Person Shooter, pretty brutal.

Phantasy Star Univere (multi)- Follow up to the popular MMO that was launched at the Dreamcast.

Enemy Territory: Quake Wars. Looking to be an excellent online based FPS.

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1770.html

E3 06: Reservoir Dogs due out in August

Piniata wrote:

The game will be sort of a follow up to the movie, answering some unanswered questions. The only character that will have a likeliness from the movie is Micheal Madsen. Madsen is also slated to do his character's voice acting. Reservoir Dogs is coming out for PC, Xbox and PS2.

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1769.html

E3 06: WoW: Burning Crusade info about new race+ screens!

Piniata wrote:

The new ally race is the Draenei. You can find out more about them at WoWiki. There is also a new trailer here. Some misc. screens from Burning Crusade. WoW is looking to have one hell of an expansion on the horizon.

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1767.html

E3 06: Duck Hunt coming to Wii

Piniata wrote:

Duck Hunt is it's name. What will games such as Halo 3, Red Steel, UT2k7 or Crysis stand against this monster? Only time (and sales) will tell...

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1766.html

E3 06: Free Radical Announces Haze

Piniata wrote:

Free Radical, the creators of the Timesplitters games announced a new game titled Haze. Haze will be an FPS targetting the Xbox 360 and PS3. You can download the teaser trailer here, and view some screens here. Looking pretty damned good.

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1765.html

E3 06: Even MORE Mario games coming!

Piniata wrote:

If the previous four games were not enough for Mario fans to dream about, two more Mario games were announced.

Super Paper Mario will be coming to the Gamecube, suprisingly enough. It will be much like it's predecessor(s), and now Peach and Bowser will be playable characters. Trailer and screens.

Yoshi's Island 2 DS will be coming to the DS, a remake/port of the SNES/GBA version. New content and the likes. You can view some screens here.

Strange these were left out at the conference...

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1764.html

E3 06: Metal Gear Solid: Portable Ops Info and Screens

Piniata wrote:

The first real Metal Gear Solid game is coming for the PSP! The proper MGS game will be a follow up to the the best game in the series (on the PS2), Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater. It will feature Big Boss as the main character, in the 1970s, creating Foxhound. The game will be action oriented and you will be able to recruit people (unknown how). You can connect it to MGS4 on the PS3. Click here for more info.

The beautiful screens can be viewed here.

Absolutely amazing. I am proud to be a PSP owner seeing this. Can't wait!

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1763.html

E3 06: E3 trailers Round 4 - Xbox 360 Edition (inc. GoW, SC:DA and more!)

Piniata wrote:

Viva Pinata...it should be Piniata :P

Splinter Cell: Double Agent

Blue Dragon

Forza Motorsport 2

Gears of War

Alan Wake

More to come later, enjoy!

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1762.html

E3 06: E3 Trailers Round 3 - Wii Edition (inc. Zelda TP!)

Piniata wrote:

Zelda: Twilight Princess

Dragon Quest Swords

Dragon Ball Z: Budokia Tekachi 2

Fire Emblem

Final Fantasy: Crystal Chronicles: Crystal Bearers

Enjoy!!

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1761.html

E3 06: Super Smash Brothers Wii Announced!

Ben wrote:

The internet is being flooded with news of the new Smash Brothers game, entitled "Brawl", for Wii. It won't be a launch game, but it includes a special guest character: Solid Snake. Also, it features Pit, of Kid Icarus fame!

Source: IGN

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1768.html

E3 06: Wii Controller Shell unveiled

Wayne wrote:

It looks like the Wii's controller shell has been officially unveiled. While Joystiq isn't always the most reliable source, the picture itself is direct from Nintendo.co.jp.

We already knew there would be a controller of some kind for those who just couldn't handle the remote-style controller. Personally, I like this thing. It's basically a SNES controller with two joysticks added on, much like the Dual Shock controller is to the standard Playstation controller.

This makes me a happy gamer. The excitement is nearly too much to bear.

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1760.html

E3 06: Halo 3: Official!!

Piniata wrote:

Halo 3 was officially unveiled at MS's press conference. You can get the trailer in the XBL Marketplace, as well as Bungie's website. There is also a nice screenshot available here

Coming in 2007, not parallel to the PS3's launch as first expected. Very exciting!

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1759.html

E3 06: Wii Controller Shell unveiled

Wayne wrote:

It looks like the Wii's controller shell has been officially unveiled. While Joystiq isn't always the most reliable source, the picture itself is direct from Nintendo.co.jp.

We already knew there would be a controller of some kind for those who just couldn't handle the remote-style controller. Personally, I like this thing. It's basically a SNES controller with two joysticks added on, much like the Dual Shock controller is to the standard Playstation controller.

This makes me a happy gamer. The excitement is nearly too much to bear.

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1760.html

E3 06: Fable 2 Trailer

Piniata wrote:

Fable 2, the sequel to a rather controversial (not the GTA way) RPG on the Xbox, is coming to the 360. The trailer is available here.

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1758.html

E3 06: Halo 3: Official!!

Piniata wrote:

Halo 3 was officially unveiled at MS's press conference. You can get the trailer in the XBL Marketplace, as well as Bungie's website. There is also a nice screenshot available here

Coming in 2007, not parallel to the PS3's launch as first expected. Very exciting!

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1759.html

WOOHOO!!!

Wayne wrote:

Look at all of this great news coming from E3? This is great! I'm so freaking happy right now, you guys just don't even know. Check out the E3 news at the top of this page. It's MORE than worth it.

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1757.html

E3 06: GTA 4 on the 360 and PS3 (Updated)

Piniata wrote:

Ladies and gentlemen, today we have witnessed a miracle. At Microsoft's E3 press conference, GTA 4 was revealed…as an Xbox 360 exclusive. Release date October 16, 2007. Very shocking, this could be a crippling blow to Sony. A GTA, exclusive to the competition's system, one month before Sony's new console debuts? Keep your eyes on this one people.

Update: It appears there was a mix up and this is coming out for the 360 and the PS3 simultaneously on Oct 16, 2007 not 2006. You can read more at IGN or check out the official site.

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1756.html

E3 06: Fable 2 Trailer

Piniata wrote:

Fable 2, the sequel to a rather controversial (not the GTA way) RPG on the Xbox, is coming to the 360. The trailer is available here.

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1758.html

E3 06: Command and Conquer 3 Info and Screens

Piniata wrote:

IGN has an exclusive interview with EA's Mike Verdu. New info and screenshots here.

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1755.html

E3 06: Downloadable Retro Game Prices Revealed for Wii

Piniata wrote:

Unlike previously stated, the old games won't get a graphics boost, but you will be able to play them in 480p.

NES- Few dollars/game.
SNES- 5 dollars/game.
N64- 10 dollars/game.

Great prices, and great news this is! Wiiiiiii!

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1754.html

E3 06: Four new Mario games coming

Piniata wrote:

Nintendo is showing off 4 new Mario games at E3 this year:

Super Mario Galaxy (Wii)- Mario jumping and flying through space, collecting stuff. Supposedly graphics are better than on the GC.

Mario vs. Donkey Kong: March of the Minis (DS)- Continuation of the popular GBA game, Mario vs. Donkey Kong.

Mario Hoops 3 on 3 (DS)- Nothing was revealed about this one, but most likely it will feature WiFi fun.

The New Super Mario (DS)- 2D platforming fun, with new content and adapting to the DS.

Keep an eye on this, as the thread will be updated if more news rolls in.

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1753.html

WOOHOO!!!

Wayne wrote:

Look at all of this great news coming from E3? This is great! I'm so freaking happy right now, you guys just don't even know. Check out the E3 news at the top of this page. It's MORE than worth it.

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1757.html

E3 06: GTA 4 on the 360 and PS3 (Updated)

Piniata wrote:

Ladies and gentlemen, today we have witnessed a miracle. At Microsoft's E3 press conference, GTA 4 was revealed…as an Xbox 360 exclusive. Release date October 16, 2007. Very shocking, this could be a crippling blow to Sony. A GTA, exclusive to the competition's system, one month before Sony's new console debuts? Keep your eyes on this one people.

Update: It appears there was a mix up and this is coming out for the 360 and the PS3 simultaneously on Oct 16, 2007 not 2006. You can read more at IGN or check out the official site.

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1756.html

E3 06: Metroid Prime: Corruption

Piniata wrote:

The third Metroid Prime game, now entitled Corruption will be coming out as a launch title for the Wii. The controller will be well used and the FPS perspective will remain. Check back for updates in the forums for MP:C!

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1752.html

E3 06: Reasons for Zelda:TP Delay

Piniata wrote:

As rumors have suggested, the new Zelda, Twilight Princess, will be compatible with the Wii's controller. Today at Nintendo's press conference, it was revealed that there will be a Gamecube and the Wii version of Link's new adventure! The Wii version will be fully compatible with the controller. This explains why this title keeps getting delayed.

Source: IGN.

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1751.html

E3 06: Command and Conquer 3 Info and Screens

Piniata wrote:

IGN has an exclusive interview with EA's Mike Verdu. New info and screenshots here.

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1755.html

E3 06: Downloadable Retro Game Prices Revealed for Wii

Piniata wrote:

Unlike previously stated, the old games won't get a graphics boost, but you will be able to play them in 480p.

NES- Few dollars/game.
SNES- 5 dollars/game.
N64- 10 dollars/game.

Great prices, and great news this is! Wiiiiiii!

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1754.html

E3 06: Four new Mario games coming

Piniata wrote:

Nintendo is showing off 4 new Mario games at E3 this year:

Super Mario Galaxy (Wii)- Mario jumping and flying through space, collecting stuff. Supposedly graphics are better than on the GC.

Mario vs. Donkey Kong: March of the Minis (DS)- Continuation of the popular GBA game, Mario vs. Donkey Kong.

Mario Hoops 3 on 3 (DS)- Nothing was revealed about this one, but most likely it will feature WiFi fun.

The New Super Mario (DS)- 2D platforming fun, with new content and adapting to the DS.

Keep an eye on this, as the thread will be updated if more news rolls in.

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1753.html

E3 06: Four new Mario games coming

Piniata wrote:

Nintendo is showing off 4 new Mario games at E3 this year:

Super Mario Galaxy (Wii)- Mario jumping and flying through space, collecting stuff. Supposedly graphics are better than on the GC.

Mario vs. Donkey Kong: March of the Minis (DS)- Continuation of the popular GBA game, Mario vs. Donkey Kong.

Mario Hoops 3 on 3 (DS)- Nothing was revealed about this one, but most likely it will feature WiFi fun.

The New Super Mario (DS)- 2D platforming fun, with new content and adapting to the DS.

Keep an eye on this, as the thread will be updated if more news rolls in.

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1753.html

E3 06: Metroid Prime: Corruption

Piniata wrote:

The third Metroid Prime game, now entitled Corruption will be coming out as a launch title for the Wii. The controller will be well used and the FPS perspective will remain. Check back for updates in the forums for MP:C!

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1752.html

E3 06: Reasons for Zelda:TP Delay

Piniata wrote:

As rumors have suggested, the new Zelda, Twilight Princess, will be compatible with the Wii's controller. Today at Nintendo's press conference, it was revealed that there will be a Gamecube and the Wii version of Link's new adventure! The Wii version will be fully compatible with the controller. This explains why this title keeps getting delayed.

Source: IGN.

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1751.html

E3 06: Sonic Wild Fire announced...

Piniata wrote:

...exclusively for the Wii. Not much is known about it, other than the controller making full use of the Wii's motion sensitive controller. It is dated for a 2007 release.

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1750.html

E3 06: Red Steel Trailer and Updates!

Piniata wrote:

Ubisoft's unique, and Nintendo Wii exclusive, arrived with a trailer today showing gameplay and how the game works. Visually, it's around the GC's level, but of course the emphasis is on the gameplay.

You can watch the trailer, and read more about Red Steel here.

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1749.html

E3 06: No Square Enix love for the 360?

Piniata wrote:

Well, it seems so that way. The GBA, DS, Wii, PSP, PS2, PS3, and even mobile phones will be getting their fair share of SE loving, but where is MS? Other than FFXI (that recieved rather meh ratings) and some expansions, it seems that the 360, like the Xbox will not be getting SE loving. But there are rumors saying that MS is keeping announcements of games for their press conference... we shall see.

Source: IGN

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1748.html

E3 06: Sonic Wild Fire announced...

Piniata wrote:

...exclusively for the Wii. Not much is known about it, other than the controller making full use of the Wii's motion sensitive controller. It is dated for a 2007 release.

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1750.html

E3 06: Red Steel Trailer and Updates!

Piniata wrote:

Ubisoft's unique, and Nintendo Wii exclusive, arrived with a trailer today showing gameplay and how the game works. Visually, it's around the GC's level, but of course the emphasis is on the gameplay.

You can watch the trailer, and read more about Red Steel here.

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1749.html

E3 06: No Square Enix love for the 360?

Piniata wrote:

Well, it seems so that way. The GBA, DS, Wii, PSP, PS2, PS3, and even mobile phones will be getting their fair share of SE loving, but where is MS? Other than FFXI (that recieved rather meh ratings) and some expansions, it seems that the 360, like the Xbox will not be getting SE loving. But there are rumors saying that MS is keeping announcements of games for their press conference... we shall see.

Source: IGN

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1748.html

E3 06: E3 Trailers Round 2- PS3 Edition (inc. FFXIII, Tekken 6 and more)!

Piniata wrote:

The official start of E3 is near, meaning more (video content)!

Ridge Racer 7

Final Fantasy XIII

Tekken 6 Preview Video

Resistance: Fall of Man

F1 '06

Warhawk

Wow. November can't come any sooner, can it?

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1747.html

E3 06: E3 Trailers Round 2- PS3 Edition (inc. FFXIII, Tekken 6 and more)!

Piniata wrote:

The official start of E3 is near, meaning more (video content)!

Ridge Racer 7

Final Fantasy XIII

Tekken 6 Preview Video

Resistance: Fall of Man

F1 '06

Warhawk

Wow. November can't come any sooner, can it?

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1747.html

E3 06: Square Enix Press Conference video

Piniata wrote:

I suggest watching this video of the SE press conference. It deals with FFVII: Dirge of Cerberus, Dawn of Mana, Valkyrie Profile 2 (all for the PS2), FF V and VI for the GBA, and Wii games.

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1746.html

E3 06: E3 Screens Round 1

Piniata wrote:

Blue Dragon (Xbox 360)

Heavenly Sword (PS3)

Mage Knight Apocalypse (PC)

Huxley (PC)

MotorStorm (PS3)

That's it for now, more to come later. Enjoy.

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1745.html

E3 06: Must See Metal Gear Solid 4 trailer!

Piniata wrote:

This baby deserves news of it's own. A "short" trailer by MGS standars (only a bit over 3 minutes). We get to see old characters, such as Meryl, Naomi, and Col. Cambel return, as well as the "Liquid Ocelot" and the new Raiden. And when I you see Snake about to...I'll stop right there. Download the video here.

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1744.html

E3 06: Must See Metal Gear Solid 4 trailer!

Piniata wrote:

This baby deserves news of it's own. A "short" trailer by MGS standars (only a bit over 3 minutes). We get to see old characters, such as Meryl, Naomi, and Col. Cambel return, as well as the "Liquid Ocelot" and the new Raiden. And when I you see Snake about to...I'll stop right there. Download the video here.

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1744.html

E3 06: FFXIII and Dragon Quest Swords: The Masked Queen

Square Enix just announced FFXIII was coming out for PS3 and a new Dragon Quest game would be a launch title for the Nintendo Wii. Dragon Quest Swords: The Masked Queen and the Tower of Mirrors. How is that for a mouthfull?

Source: Gamespot

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1739.html

E3 06: E3 Trailers Round 1

Piniata wrote:

Vampire's Rain (Xbox 360 and PS3)

Bullet Witch (Xbox 360)

Battlestations: Midway (Xbox 360, PS2, PC)

SiN Episodes: Emergence (PC)

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1738.html

E3 06: Tony Hawk's Downhill Jam Screens

Piniata wrote:

Images for the new Tony Hawk game surfaced which will be coming for the Wii, DS, and GBA.

Well, seeing these screens, the Wii won't be the best console for disabled people (moving around), or for those that are lazy. Visually, it won't impress graphics fanboys either (at least these screens seem that way, this is more like PSP quality). Let's hope the gameplay will make up for it.

(On a side note: this looks more like SSX with skateboards...)

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1737.html

E3 06: Portable X360?

Joystiq is carrying a story that the Xbox 360 team was divided into 2 teams upon completion of the console. The first team is working to reduce production costs of the console and the other half is hard at work on a portable console. I highly doubt we will see anything at E3, but that is definitely interesting news.

Source: Joystiq

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1736.html

E3 06: FFXIII and Dragon Quest Swords: The Masked Queen

Square Enix just announced FFXIII was coming out for PS3 and a new Dragon Quest game would be a launch title for the Nintendo Wii. Dragon Quest Swords: The Masked Queen and the Tower of Mirrors. How is that for a mouthfull?

Source: Gamespot

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1739.html

E3 06: Jade Empire Coming to PC

BioWare announced today that Jade Empire would finally be making an appearance on the PC. The PC version will support a plethora of enhancements:

• Customizable, intuitive controls including support for game-pads and keyboard/mouse.
  
• Increased graphics resolutions and new visual effects.
  
• New monsters and enemies.
  
• New fighting styles.
  
• Improved combat AI and difficulty levels.
  
• New world map interface.

Source: BioWare

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1735.html

E3 06: E3 Trailers Round 1

Piniata wrote:

Vampire's Rain (Xbox 360 and PS3)

Bullet Witch (Xbox 360)

Battlestations: Midway (Xbox 360, PS2, PC)

SiN Episodes: Emergence (PC)

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1738.html

E3 06: Two Square Enix Games Coming for Wii

Piniata wrote:

Wiiiiii indeed! Other than the previously rumored continuation of the GC exclusive Chrystal Chronicles, which is now confirmed to be coming to the Wii, another game is in the making. While it is yet unclear which game, rumors point to SE's very popular franchise, Dragon Quest. More coming soon.

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1734.html

E3 06: Tony Hawk's Downhill Jam Screens

Piniata wrote:

Images for the new Tony Hawk game surfaced which will be coming for the Wii, DS, and GBA.

Well, seeing these screens, the Wii won't be the best console for disabled people (moving around), or for those that are lazy. Visually, it won't impress graphics fanboys either (at least these screens seem that way, this is more like PSP quality). Let's hope the gameplay will make up for it.

(On a side note: this looks more like SSX with skateboards...)

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1737.html

E3 06: Tony Hawk's Downhill Jam Screens

Piniata wrote:

Images for the new Tony Hawk game surfaced which will be coming for the Wii, DS, and GBA.

Well, seeing these screens, the Wii won't be the best console for disabled people (moving around), or for those that are lazy. Visually, it won't impress graphics fanboys either (at least these screens seem that way, this is more like PSP quality). Let's hope the gameplay will make up for it.

(On a side note: this looks more like SSX with skateboards...)

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1737.html

E3 06: Portable X360?

Joystiq is carrying a story that the Xbox 360 team was divided into 2 teams upon completion of the console. The first team is working to reduce production costs of the console and the other half is hard at work on a portable console. I highly doubt we will see anything at E3, but that is definitely interesting news.

Source: Joystiq

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1736.html

E3 06: Jade Empire Coming to PC

BioWare announced today that Jade Empire would finally be making an appearance on the PC. The PC version will support a plethora of enhancements:

• Customizable, intuitive controls including support for game-pads and keyboard/mouse.
  
• Increased graphics resolutions and new visual effects.
  
• New monsters and enemies.
  
• New fighting styles.
  
• Improved combat AI and difficulty levels.
  
• New world map interface.

Source: BioWare

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1735.html

E3 06: Two Square Enix Games Coming for Wii

Piniata wrote:

Wiiiiii indeed! Other than the previously rumored continuation of the GC exclusive Chrystal Chronicles, which is now confirmed to be coming to the Wii, another game is in the making. While it is yet unclear which game, rumors point to SE's very popular franchise, Dragon Quest. More coming soon.

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1734.html

E3 06: Dead Rising Trailer

Piniata wrote:

Dead Rising, the Xbox 360 based zombie massacring game by Capcom, (which could easily be a Dawn of the Dead game) has a new trailer. This is a very bloody, very nasty, yet very entertaining looking game. Check it out.

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1733.html

E3 06: Voice talent announced for Spyro: A New Beginning

Piniata wrote:

Actors such as Gary Oldman, Elijah Wood, and David Spade will lend their voices to the next Spyro game, Spyro: A New Beginning. Let's just hope that this Spyro will take us back to the days of the PS1 glories.

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1732.html

E3 06: Sonic the Hedgehog Trailer

Piniata wrote:

Intense speed, Shadow, Robotnik, new enemies, and much more in this brand new trailer for the next Sonic game. Enjoy.

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1731.html

E3 06: God of War 2

Piniata wrote:

God of War was one of the most visually impressive and best (despite it's short length) games on the PS2. It's successor, God of War II, will be making a return on the PS2. The game will feature a brand new story featuring Kratos as the protagonist. More monsters, more combat, more everything. The game will be coming in early 2007, and it's looking to be an excellent way of letting the PS2 go.

More info of GoW II at IGN.

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1730.html

E3 06: Killzone Liberation Trailer

Piniata wrote:

Our colleagues at IGN managed to get their hands on a new trailer as well as some info on the upcoming PSP exclusive Killzone game, entitled Liberation. Very exciting!

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1729.html

E3 06: GRAW DLC Free during E3

Piniata wrote:

Ubisoft's most popular game on the 360, Ghost Recon: Advanced Warfighter, will feature free, downloadble content during E3. This new content will support the hyped Ageia Physx PPU physics system. You can view some pictures right here.

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1728.html

E3 06: Dead Rising Trailer

Piniata wrote:

Dead Rising, the Xbox 360 based zombie massacring game by Capcom, (which could easily be a Dawn of the Dead game) has a new trailer. This is a very bloody, very nasty, yet very entertaining looking game. Check it out.

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1733.html

E3 06: Justice League Heroes Teaser and Screens

Piniata wrote:

Snowblind, who brought us Baldur's Gate: Dark Allience and Champions of Norrath, is making an action RPG based on the DC Comics' series, Justice League, made up of DC's finest heroes: Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, The Flash, among a few others. The story will be an original, written by Dwayne McDuffy.

You can download the teaser here and view the screens here. The game will be coming out for the Xbox, PS2 and PSP.

Does anyone sense a rivalry between this game, and Marvel: Ultimate Alliance? Either way, I hope both games will kick major amounts of super villian butt.

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1727.html

E3 06: Voice talent announced for Spyro: A New Beginning

Piniata wrote:

Actors such as Gary Oldman, Elijah Wood, and David Spade will lend their voices to the next Spyro game, Spyro: A New Beginning. Let's just hope that this Spyro will take us back to the days of the PS1 glories.

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1732.html

E3 06: Sonic the Hedgehog Trailer

Piniata wrote:

Intense speed, Shadow, Robotnik, new enemies, and much more in this brand new trailer for the next Sonic game. Enjoy.

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1731.html

E3 06: Amazing Assasin's Creed Trailer

Piniata wrote:

A trailer has been posted before, but another one just surfaced for E3.

What do you get when you mix Prince of Persia, Splinter Cell, with some Thief in it set during the Third Crusade? You get this baby. Prepare to be blown away by Ubisoft's next game, coming for the PS3. You can view the trailer here.

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1726.html

E3 06: Activision's E3 Lineup

Piniata wrote:

Another "what will this company have at the E3?" thread, this time with Activision's games.

Spider-Man 3- (Next-gen systems, coming summer 2007). - Based on the third Spiderman movie coming in the summer of 2007.
Call of Duty 3- (PS3, Xbox 360, Wii, Xbox, PS2, coming fall 2006). - The followup to one of the most popular World War II FPS games, coming not only for next-gen machines (including the Wii), but the Xbox and PS2.
Marvel: Ultimate Alliance (PS3, Xbox 360, Wii, PS2, Xbox, PSP, GBA - coming 2006 fall). - An action RPG, similar to the popular X-Men Legends games, starring Marvel's most popular heroes.
Tony Hawk's Downhill Jam- (Wii, NDS, GBA, coming 2006 fall) - A Tony Hawk game, exclusive to Nintendo's system. A reason to this may be is because the Wii and the DS could use unique capabilities, exlusive to those systems, such as the touch pad and the Wii's controller.
Tony Hawk's Project 8- (PS3, Xbox 360, PS2, Xbox, PSP - coming 2006) - Another member of the popular Tony Hawk franchise, most likely different than the Nintendo exclusive Downhill Jam.
Over the Hedge- (PS2, Xbox, GC, GBA, NDS - coming May 2006) - The game based on the animated movie coming soon.
X-Men 3: The Official Game- (Xbox 360, PS2, Xbox, GC, NDS, GBA - coming May 2006) - Game based on the third installment to the X-men movies, coming later in May.
World Series of Poker: Tournament of Champions- (Xbox 360, PS2, PSP, coming 2006) - Another Poker, most likely not too different than it's predecessors.
Enemy Territory: Quake Wars- (PC, TBA 2006) - An FPS looking to be one of the best this year, set in the future. Keep your eyes on this one.
The Movies: Stunts & Effects- (PC, coming summer 2006) - Expansion to the Sims like game, where you make your own movies.

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1725.html

E3 06: God of War 2

Piniata wrote:

God of War was one of the most visually impressive and best (despite it's short length) games on the PS2. It's successor, God of War II, will be making a return on the PS2. The game will feature a brand new story featuring Kratos as the protagonist. More monsters, more combat, more everything. The game will be coming in early 2007, and it's looking to be an excellent way of letting the PS2 go.

More info of GoW II at IGN.

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1730.html

E3 06: Killzone Liberation Trailer

Piniata wrote:

Our colleagues at IGN managed to get their hands on a new trailer as well as some info on the upcoming PSP exclusive Killzone game, entitled Liberation. Very exciting!

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1729.html

E3 06: GRAW DLC Free during E3

Piniata wrote:

Ubisoft's most popular game on the 360, Ghost Recon: Advanced Warfighter, will feature free, downloadble content during E3. This new content will support the hyped Ageia Physx PPU physics system. You can view some pictures right here.

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1728.html

E3 06: Justice League Heroes Teaser and Screens

Piniata wrote:

Snowblind, who brought us Baldur's Gate: Dark Allience and Champions of Norrath, is making an action RPG based on the DC Comics' series, Justice League, made up of DC's finest heroes: Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, The Flash, among a few others. The story will be an original, written by Dwayne McDuffy.

You can download the teaser here and view the screens here. The game will be coming out for the Xbox, PS2 and PSP.

Does anyone sense a rivalry between this game, and Marvel: Ultimate Alliance? Either way, I hope both games will kick major amounts of super villian butt.

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1727.html

E3 06: Amazing Assasin's Creed Trailer

Piniata wrote:

A trailer has been posted before, but another one just surfaced for E3.

What do you get when you mix Prince of Persia, Splinter Cell, with some Thief in it set during the Third Crusade? You get this baby. Prepare to be blown away by Ubisoft's next game, coming for the PS3. You can view the trailer here.

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1726.html

E3 06: Activision's E3 Lineup

Piniata wrote:

Another "what will this company have at the E3?" thread, this time with Activision's games.

Spider-Man 3- (Next-gen systems, coming summer 2007). - Based on the third Spiderman movie coming in the summer of 2007.
Call of Duty 3- (PS3, Xbox 360, Wii, Xbox, PS2, coming fall 2006). - The followup to one of the most popular World War II FPS games, coming not only for next-gen machines (including the Wii), but the Xbox and PS2.
Marvel: Ultimate Alliance (PS3, Xbox 360, Wii, PS2, Xbox, PSP, GBA - coming 2006 fall). - An action RPG, similar to the popular X-Men Legends games, starring Marvel's most popular heroes.
Tony Hawk's Downhill Jam- (Wii, NDS, GBA, coming 2006 fall) - A Tony Hawk game, exclusive to Nintendo's system. A reason to this may be is because the Wii and the DS could use unique capabilities, exlusive to those systems, such as the touch pad and the Wii's controller.
Tony Hawk's Project 8- (PS3, Xbox 360, PS2, Xbox, PSP - coming 2006) - Another member of the popular Tony Hawk franchise, most likely different than the Nintendo exclusive Downhill Jam.
Over the Hedge- (PS2, Xbox, GC, GBA, NDS - coming May 2006) - The game based on the animated movie coming soon.
X-Men 3: The Official Game- (Xbox 360, PS2, Xbox, GC, NDS, GBA - coming May 2006) - Game based on the third installment to the X-men movies, coming later in May.
World Series of Poker: Tournament of Champions- (Xbox 360, PS2, PSP, coming 2006) - Another Poker, most likely not too different than it's predecessors.
Enemy Territory: Quake Wars- (PC, TBA 2006) - An FPS looking to be one of the best this year, set in the future. Keep your eyes on this one.
The Movies: Stunts & Effects- (PC, coming summer 2006) - Expansion to the Sims like game, where you make your own movies.

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1725.html

E3 News Items

Since so many news stories come out at E3 we have created a mini portal for all of those stories. You will see the 15 most recent stories in a list above the regular news with a link to the mini portal. The mini portal displays all the news posts just like you are used to here at SB. Expect tons of news this week.

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1724.html

E3 News Items

Since so many news stories come out at E3 we have created a mini portal for all of those stories. You will see the 15 most recent stories in a list above the regular news with a link to the mini portal. The mini portal displays all the news posts just like you are used to here at SB. Expect tons of news this week.

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1724.html

E3 06: SNK PlayMore's E3 Lineup

SNK only has 4 games on deck for E3 this year.

King of Fighters 2006 is a PS2 exclusive and is the newest 3D fighter in this franchise.

Metal Slug Anthology is slated for both the Wii and the PSP and will combine six previous Metal Slug titles. The anthology should include Metal Slug, Metal Slug 2, Metal Slug X, Metal Slug 3, Metal Slug 4, and Metal Slug 5.

SNK vs Capcom Card Fighters DS is the newest in this card based series that hasn't seen a new release since 2000.

Metal Slug is a straght port of the classic arcade game and will be released for the Game Boy Advance.

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1723.html

E3 06: Sega's E3 Lineup

Here is a partial list of Sega's lineup for this year's E3 along with estimated ship dates:

Chromehounds (Xbox 360)--summer 2006
The Club (Working title, PS3, 360)--summer 2007
Full Auto 2: Battlelines (PS3)--November 2006
Medieval II: Total War (PC)--November 2006
Phantasy Star Universe (PS2, Xbox 360, PC)--fall 2006
Sega Rally Revo (PS3, Xbox 360)--spring 2007
Sonic Rivals (PSP)--fall 2006
Sonic The Hedgehog (PS3, Xbox 360)--fall 2006
Super Monkey Ball Adventure (PS2, GC, PSP)--July 2006
Super Monkey Ball Banana Blitz (Wii)--fall 2006
Virtua Tennis 3 (PS3)--spring 2007
World Pool Championship 2007 (PS2, PSP)--September 2006
Yakuza (PS2)--September 2006

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1722.html

E3 06: X360 HD-DVD Add-on

Xbox.com is carrying a nice explanation of the upcoming HD-DVD peripheral for the 360. It also explains the reasons why MS went with HD-DVD so expect a little marketing spin to the whole thing. What we know so far is that the device will be connected over USB.

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1721.html

E3 06: Midway's E3 Lineup

Here is Midway's lineup for this week's E3:

John Woo Presents Stranglehold (PLAYSTATION3, Xbox 360, PC; Winter 2006) - Experience exhilarating, next-gen action for the PS3, Xbox 360 videogame and entertainment system from Microsoft and PC, as you continue the story of Inspector Tequila from John Woo's influential action film, "Hard Boiled" starring Chow Yun-Fat. Run into danger with both fists full of lead and take down the organized crime bosses who stepped over the line when they took your family. Stop at nothing as you destroy the entire world around you to get them back. You are a desperate man following your own rules; honor thy family; do what's right; fear no man. This title has not yet been concept approved by Sony Computer Entertainment America.

Unreal Tournament 2007 (PC, PS3) - The latest entry into the Unreal franchise, Unreal Tournament 2007, is currently in development by Epic Games Inc. Fans will be blown away by the next-generation game play, modifiability and visuals that Epic's Unreal Engine 3 technology will bring to the franchise. This title has not yet been concept approved by Sony Computer Entertainment America.

Blitz: The League (Xbox 360, Nintendo Wii, PSP (PlayStationPortable) system; October 2006) - The celebrated arcade-style football franchise is back and better than ever with a new treatment of America's most popular sport. Blitz: The League exposes the harsh and troubling, behind-the-scenes stories of a fictional professional football league.

Mortal Kombat: Armageddon (PlayStation2 computer entertainment system, Xbox; October 2006) - Introducing Mortal Kombat: Armageddon - the latest chapter in Midway's best-selling, award-winning, videogame fighting franchise. With the most complete Mortal Kombat roster ever, including every character from the Mortal Kombat fighting universe, revolutionary Create-A-Fighter and Create-A-Fatality modes, Mortal Kombat: Armageddon promises to be the most complete, intensely lethal, fighting experience ever!

Spy Hunter: Nowhere to Run (PlayStation 2, Xbox; September 2006) - Spy Hunter: Nowhere to Run takes the Spy Hunter franchise where it's never gone before - on foot. Featuring action superstar Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson as government super-spy extraordinaire Alex Decker, players for the first time ever can step out of the Interceptor and straight into third-person action, utilizing The Rock's physical prowess by taking down enemies with intense melee combat moves.

The Lord of the Rings Online: Shadows of Angmar (PC) - The Lord of the Rings Online is the world's first and only massively multiplayer online (MMO) role playing game based upon the literary works of J.R.R. Tolkien. Gamers of all levels will establish their unique reputations, explore incredibly detailed realms and join familiar Tolkien characters, while adventuring solo or in fellowships within an evolving and persistent re-creation of Middle-earth. The Lord of the Rings Online: Shadows of Angmar is developed by Turbine, Inc. Midway will co-publish (along with Turbine) and distribute The Lord of the Rings Online: Shadows of Angmar in North America.

Rise & Fall: Civilizations at War (PC; June 2006) - Rise & Fall: Civilizations at War is the first real-time strategy game to place players directly in the heart of combat as a heroic general fighting side-by-side with their troops. Players can completely command one of the four mightiest empires of the ancient world as in a traditional RTS, but can also use Rise & Fall's innovative Hero Mode to enter the battlefield as one of history's eight greatest heroes. Rise & Fall will be exclusively shown on Alienware systems at E3.

Happy Feet (PlayStation 2, Nintendo GameCube, Nintendo Wii, Game Boy Advance, Nintendo DS, PC; November 2006) - Based on Warner Bros. Pictures' upcoming comedy adventure Happy Feet, Midway's immersive video game puts the player in the "tap shoes" of Mumble, a young penguin born into a nation of singing Emperor Penguins where each needs a Heartsong to attract a soul mate. Unfortunately, Mumble is the worst singer in the world... however, as it happens, he is a brilliant tap dancer! Based on the general storyline of the film, the player will be able to experience life from the point of view of Mumble in music, dance and interaction with the friends and enemies of the penguin's world.

The Ant Bully (PlayStation 2, Nintendo GameCube, Game Boy Advance, PC; July 2006 - Nintendo Wii; November 2006) - Go pick on someone your own size! After bullying an innocent ant colony, a young boy named Lucas is magically shrunk down to ant size and embarks on a remarkable adventure. Play as Lucas, experiencing the dangerous and thrilling life of an ant as you battle, explore and forge new friendships with natives and other species in his new ant world. Based on exciting moments from Warner Bros. Pictures upcoming digitally animated family adventure The Ant Bully, and featuring all -new challenges created especially for the game, help Lucas evolve from recluse to hero in his quest to save the colony from extermination

The Grim Adventures of Billy & Mandy (PlayStation 2, Nintendo GameCube, Game Boy Advance; November 2006) - The Grim Adventures of Billy & Mandy video game pits the characters from the popular Cartoon Network television show against each other in a fighting-adventure game, filled with mayhem, chaos and over-the-top graphics. In battle mode, up to four players can use a multitude of weapons in destructible arenas like the "Desert of Doom " and the "Underworld " to battle it out and be the last one standing. Players also have the option to play on their own or with a friend in mission mode. There are a series of 45 story-based missions which will encourage players to unlock new weapons and characters like the Boogey Man and Jack O'Lantern.

MLB SlugFest 2006 (PlayStation 2, Xbox; May 2006) - Midway's newest offering of its over-the-top baseball series, MLB SlugFest 2006 features a new create-a-player mode, updated 2006 team rosters and stadiums, along with a new library of signature animations and extreme collisions that have distinguished the franchise since its debut in 2002.

RUSH (PSP system; September 2006) - For the first time ever on the PSP system, attempt mad jumps, high-flying stunts and arcade-style racing from the original RUSH franchise. Go head to head with a friend in a street race or cruise mission using wireless functionality, or experience Story Mode which allows you to race through 5 Los Angeles city re-creations while finding treacherous shortcuts and surviving death-defying jumps!

Mortal Kombat: Unchained (PSP system; September 2006) - Mortal Kombat: Unchained takes the Mortal Kombat franchise to new heights with an innovative fighting system tailored for wireless functionality, unparalleled depth and brutally intense action that will appeal to long-time Mortal Kombat fans, as well as new gamers.

NBA Ballers: Rebound (PSP system; May 2006) - NBA Ballers: Rebound is the only one-on-one basketball videogame available for the PSP highlighting the rags-to-riches path from an unknown Baller to today's biggest NBA superstar.

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1720.html

E3 06: SNK PlayMore's E3 Lineup

SNK only has 4 games on deck for E3 this year.

King of Fighters 2006 is a PS2 exclusive and is the newest 3D fighter in this franchise.

Metal Slug Anthology is slated for both the Wii and the PSP and will combine six previous Metal Slug titles. The anthology should include Metal Slug, Metal Slug 2, Metal Slug X, Metal Slug 3, Metal Slug 4, and Metal Slug 5.

SNK vs Capcom Card Fighters DS is the newest in this card based series that hasn't seen a new release since 2000.

Metal Slug is a straght port of the classic arcade game and will be released for the Game Boy Advance.

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1723.html

E3 06: Sega's E3 Lineup

Here is a partial list of Sega's lineup for this year's E3 along with estimated ship dates:

Chromehounds (Xbox 360)--summer 2006
The Club (Working title, PS3, 360)--summer 2007
Full Auto 2: Battlelines (PS3)--November 2006
Medieval II: Total War (PC)--November 2006
Phantasy Star Universe (PS2, Xbox 360, PC)--fall 2006
Sega Rally Revo (PS3, Xbox 360)--spring 2007
Sonic Rivals (PSP)--fall 2006
Sonic The Hedgehog (PS3, Xbox 360)--fall 2006
Super Monkey Ball Adventure (PS2, GC, PSP)--July 2006
Super Monkey Ball Banana Blitz (Wii)--fall 2006
Virtua Tennis 3 (PS3)--spring 2007
World Pool Championship 2007 (PS2, PSP)--September 2006
Yakuza (PS2)--September 2006

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1722.html

E3 06: X360 HD-DVD Add-on

Xbox.com is carrying a nice explanation of the upcoming HD-DVD peripheral for the 360. It also explains the reasons why MS went with HD-DVD so expect a little marketing spin to the whole thing. What we know so far is that the device will be connected over USB.

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1721.html

E3 06: Midway's E3 Lineup

Here is Midway's lineup for this week's E3:

John Woo Presents Stranglehold (PLAYSTATION3, Xbox 360, PC; Winter 2006) - Experience exhilarating, next-gen action for the PS3, Xbox 360 videogame and entertainment system from Microsoft and PC, as you continue the story of Inspector Tequila from John Woo's influential action film, "Hard Boiled" starring Chow Yun-Fat. Run into danger with both fists full of lead and take down the organized crime bosses who stepped over the line when they took your family. Stop at nothing as you destroy the entire world around you to get them back. You are a desperate man following your own rules; honor thy family; do what's right; fear no man. This title has not yet been concept approved by Sony Computer Entertainment America.

Unreal Tournament 2007 (PC, PS3) - The latest entry into the Unreal franchise, Unreal Tournament 2007, is currently in development by Epic Games Inc. Fans will be blown away by the next-generation game play, modifiability and visuals that Epic's Unreal Engine 3 technology will bring to the franchise. This title has not yet been concept approved by Sony Computer Entertainment America.

Blitz: The League (Xbox 360, Nintendo Wii, PSP (PlayStationPortable) system; October 2006) - The celebrated arcade-style football franchise is back and better than ever with a new treatment of America's most popular sport. Blitz: The League exposes the harsh and troubling, behind-the-scenes stories of a fictional professional football league.

Mortal Kombat: Armageddon (PlayStation2 computer entertainment system, Xbox; October 2006) - Introducing Mortal Kombat: Armageddon - the latest chapter in Midway's best-selling, award-winning, videogame fighting franchise. With the most complete Mortal Kombat roster ever, including every character from the Mortal Kombat fighting universe, revolutionary Create-A-Fighter and Create-A-Fatality modes, Mortal Kombat: Armageddon promises to be the most complete, intensely lethal, fighting experience ever!

Spy Hunter: Nowhere to Run (PlayStation 2, Xbox; September 2006) - Spy Hunter: Nowhere to Run takes the Spy Hunter franchise where it's never gone before - on foot. Featuring action superstar Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson as government super-spy extraordinaire Alex Decker, players for the first time ever can step out of the Interceptor and straight into third-person action, utilizing The Rock's physical prowess by taking down enemies with intense melee combat moves.

The Lord of the Rings Online: Shadows of Angmar (PC) - The Lord of the Rings Online is the world's first and only massively multiplayer online (MMO) role playing game based upon the literary works of J.R.R. Tolkien. Gamers of all levels will establish their unique reputations, explore incredibly detailed realms and join familiar Tolkien characters, while adventuring solo or in fellowships within an evolving and persistent re-creation of Middle-earth. The Lord of the Rings Online: Shadows of Angmar is developed by Turbine, Inc. Midway will co-publish (along with Turbine) and distribute The Lord of the Rings Online: Shadows of Angmar in North America.

Rise & Fall: Civilizations at War (PC; June 2006) - Rise & Fall: Civilizations at War is the first real-time strategy game to place players directly in the heart of combat as a heroic general fighting side-by-side with their troops. Players can completely command one of the four mightiest empires of the ancient world as in a traditional RTS, but can also use Rise & Fall's innovative Hero Mode to enter the battlefield as one of history's eight greatest heroes. Rise & Fall will be exclusively shown on Alienware systems at E3.

Happy Feet (PlayStation 2, Nintendo GameCube, Nintendo Wii, Game Boy Advance, Nintendo DS, PC; November 2006) - Based on Warner Bros. Pictures' upcoming comedy adventure Happy Feet, Midway's immersive video game puts the player in the "tap shoes" of Mumble, a young penguin born into a nation of singing Emperor Penguins where each needs a Heartsong to attract a soul mate. Unfortunately, Mumble is the worst singer in the world... however, as it happens, he is a brilliant tap dancer! Based on the general storyline of the film, the player will be able to experience life from the point of view of Mumble in music, dance and interaction with the friends and enemies of the penguin's world.

The Ant Bully (PlayStation 2, Nintendo GameCube, Game Boy Advance, PC; July 2006 - Nintendo Wii; November 2006) - Go pick on someone your own size! After bullying an innocent ant colony, a young boy named Lucas is magically shrunk down to ant size and embarks on a remarkable adventure. Play as Lucas, experiencing the dangerous and thrilling life of an ant as you battle, explore and forge new friendships with natives and other species in his new ant world. Based on exciting moments from Warner Bros. Pictures upcoming digitally animated family adventure The Ant Bully, and featuring all -new challenges created especially for the game, help Lucas evolve from recluse to hero in his quest to save the colony from extermination

The Grim Adventures of Billy & Mandy (PlayStation 2, Nintendo GameCube, Game Boy Advance; November 2006) - The Grim Adventures of Billy & Mandy video game pits the characters from the popular Cartoon Network television show against each other in a fighting-adventure game, filled with mayhem, chaos and over-the-top graphics. In battle mode, up to four players can use a multitude of weapons in destructible arenas like the "Desert of Doom " and the "Underworld " to battle it out and be the last one standing. Players also have the option to play on their own or with a friend in mission mode. There are a series of 45 story-based missions which will encourage players to unlock new weapons and characters like the Boogey Man and Jack O'Lantern.

MLB SlugFest 2006 (PlayStation 2, Xbox; May 2006) - Midway's newest offering of its over-the-top baseball series, MLB SlugFest 2006 features a new create-a-player mode, updated 2006 team rosters and stadiums, along with a new library of signature animations and extreme collisions that have distinguished the franchise since its debut in 2002.

RUSH (PSP system; September 2006) - For the first time ever on the PSP system, attempt mad jumps, high-flying stunts and arcade-style racing from the original RUSH franchise. Go head to head with a friend in a street race or cruise mission using wireless functionality, or experience Story Mode which allows you to race through 5 Los Angeles city re-creations while finding treacherous shortcuts and surviving death-defying jumps!

Mortal Kombat: Unchained (PSP system; September 2006) - Mortal Kombat: Unchained takes the Mortal Kombat franchise to new heights with an innovative fighting system tailored for wireless functionality, unparalleled depth and brutally intense action that will appeal to long-time Mortal Kombat fans, as well as new gamers.

NBA Ballers: Rebound (PSP system; May 2006) - NBA Ballers: Rebound is the only one-on-one basketball videogame available for the PSP highlighting the rags-to-riches path from an unknown Baller to today's biggest NBA superstar.

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1720.html

PS3 News

Pretzel wrote:

I found this on IGN and other sites as the news keeps pouring in from E3, things are just crazy with info. But this just caught my attention. As they presented the new PS3 content, they also released new info on the price. For the 20 gig system it will run at $499 and the 60 gig system it will run at $599. As for the release date, it is said that the system will be out at the end of 2006 with two million units shipping.

To be quite honest, I don't know what to think about the price. But with all the info that is presented concerning the new PS3, I still am not jumping on the bandwagon.

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1743.html

E3 06: Vivendi's E3 Lineup

Here is Vivendi's lineup for E3 2006:

World of Warcraft: The Burning Crusade (PC) -- release date to follow shortly
Scarface: The World Is Yours (PS2, Xbox, PC) -- Q3 2006
Eragon (PS2, Xbox 360, Xbox, GameCube, GBA, DS, PC) -- Q3 2006
World in Conflict (PC) -- Q2 2007
F.E.A.R. 360 (Xbox 360) -- Q4 2006
F.E.A.R. Extraction Point (PC) -- October 2006
Timeshift (Xbox 360, PC) -- September 2006
Caesar IV (PC) -- September 2006
50 Cent: Bulletproof G-Unit Edition (PSP) -- August 2006
Miami Vice: The Game (PSP) -- July 2006

Someone please tell me how 50 Cent: Bulletproof sold well enough to get a sequel?

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1742.html

E3 06: Motion Sensing PS3 Controller

It appears the boomerang may have been tossed and failed to return as designed. During the Sony press conference today while dev kits were being demoed a pair of silver Dual Shock looking controllers were used to play games. 1 of these controllers was wired and one was wireless. This wireless controller is also motion sensing with "six degrees of freedom" with no external sensor required. It will come standard with the PS3.

Source: Gamespot

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1741.html

E3 06: PS3 Ship Date and Price

The hot topic for today is the news that Sony is releasing the PS3 on November 17th. The price you ask? $499 for the 20GB version and $599 for the 60GB version. I think it is time we all start saving our pennies.

Sony expects to ship 2 million units in the first month, 4 million by years end, and 6 million by the end of the fiscal year in March 2007. If Sony doesn't attempt as aggressive a launch as Microsoft they just might be able to hit those numbers, but it shall remain to be seen.

Source: Gamespot

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1740.html

E3 06: Ubisoft's E3 Lineup

Ubi has released their E3 lineup for this year:

Assassin's Creed: Experience the power of a feared Assassin in the game that will redefine the action adventure genre for the next generation. Players' actions will throw the immediate environment into chaos and shape events in this pivotal moment during the Third Crusade.

Brothers In Arms Hell's Highway: Gearbox Software's critically acclaimed squad-based WWII shooter launches into the next generation of gaming with amazing graphics and cutting-edge game play features powered by Unreal Engine 3 and a completely redesigned online component. As Matt Baker, lead a squad of real soldiers who think, relate and fight together through the brutal trials of the dramatic Operation Market Garden.

Dark Messiah of Might & Magic: Discover a new breed of PC game that will redefine the Action-RPG genre. Powered by an enhanced version of the Source engine from Valve, the second chapter in the new Might & Magic franchise allows players to experience ferocious combat as an expert warrior, mage, or assassin using a vast array of devastating weapons against vicious creatures in a captivating fantasy environment.

Enchanted Arms: The first RPG developed exclusively for Xbox 360, this epic adventure created by FromSoftware in Japan is arriving for the first time in North America and Europe. Enchanted Arms allows players to escape to a fantasy world filled with beautiful cinema-quality graphics, unique characters and bizarre creatures.

Game to be Unveiled: Experience the next-generation project from Ubisoft and Free Radical, the developers of the critically-acclaimed Timesplitters series for the first time at E3.

Open Season: Team up with the cast of characters from Sony Pictures Animation's feature-length CGI film Open Season coming in September. It's a riotous romp in the great outdoors for kids of all ages when a rowdy brood of forest animals turn the tables on unsuspecting hunters.


Rayman Raving Rabbids: Developed by famed creative director Michel Ancel, this new installment of the Rayman franchise will be the funniest and zaniest yet. Rayman's world is threatened by a devastating invasion by the most unexpected creatures and Rayman must battle to save his world and its inhabitants.

Red Steel: The only original first-person game built from the ground up and exclusively for the Wii launch. Red Steel takes full advantage of Nintendo's innovative controller and provides the unique experience of combined gunplay and swordplay.

Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell Double Agent: The best-selling Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell saga is taking an entirely new direction. In the highly anticipated next chapter, play as a double agent spy for the first time. Take on dual roles of covert operative and ruthless terrorist, where choices of whom to betray and whom to protect affect the outcome of the game.

Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Vegas: Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six makes its dramatic next-generation debut. Rainbow operatives take to the chaotic streets of Las Vegas as an escalating terrorist siege in “Sin City” threatens to take world terrorism to new heights.

Source: http://e3.ubi.com

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1719.html

E3 06: Ubisoft's E3 Lineup

Ubi has released their E3 lineup for this year:

Assassin's Creed: Experience the power of a feared Assassin in the game that will redefine the action adventure genre for the next generation. Players' actions will throw the immediate environment into chaos and shape events in this pivotal moment during the Third Crusade.

Brothers In Arms Hell's Highway: Gearbox Software's critically acclaimed squad-based WWII shooter launches into the next generation of gaming with amazing graphics and cutting-edge game play features powered by Unreal Engine 3 and a completely redesigned online component. As Matt Baker, lead a squad of real soldiers who think, relate and fight together through the brutal trials of the dramatic Operation Market Garden.

Dark Messiah of Might & Magic: Discover a new breed of PC game that will redefine the Action-RPG genre. Powered by an enhanced version of the Source engine from Valve, the second chapter in the new Might & Magic franchise allows players to experience ferocious combat as an expert warrior, mage, or assassin using a vast array of devastating weapons against vicious creatures in a captivating fantasy environment.

Enchanted Arms: The first RPG developed exclusively for Xbox 360, this epic adventure created by FromSoftware in Japan is arriving for the first time in North America and Europe. Enchanted Arms allows players to escape to a fantasy world filled with beautiful cinema-quality graphics, unique characters and bizarre creatures.

Game to be Unveiled: Experience the next-generation project from Ubisoft and Free Radical, the developers of the critically-acclaimed Timesplitters series for the first time at E3.

Open Season: Team up with the cast of characters from Sony Pictures Animation's feature-length CGI film Open Season coming in September. It's a riotous romp in the great outdoors for kids of all ages when a rowdy brood of forest animals turn the tables on unsuspecting hunters.


Rayman Raving Rabbids: Developed by famed creative director Michel Ancel, this new installment of the Rayman franchise will be the funniest and zaniest yet. Rayman's world is threatened by a devastating invasion by the most unexpected creatures and Rayman must battle to save his world and its inhabitants.

Red Steel: The only original first-person game built from the ground up and exclusively for the Wii launch. Red Steel takes full advantage of Nintendo's innovative controller and provides the unique experience of combined gunplay and swordplay.

Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell Double Agent: The best-selling Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell saga is taking an entirely new direction. In the highly anticipated next chapter, play as a double agent spy for the first time. Take on dual roles of covert operative and ruthless terrorist, where choices of whom to betray and whom to protect affect the outcome of the game.

Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Vegas: Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six makes its dramatic next-generation debut. Rainbow operatives take to the chaotic streets of Las Vegas as an escalating terrorist siege in “Sin City” threatens to take world terrorism to new heights.

Source: http://e3.ubi.com

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1719.html

Review: Grand Theft Auto: Liberty City Stories - PSP

Title: Grand Theft Auto: Liberty City Stories
Platform: PSP
Author: Dark Raven X

Overall, it may not be the killer app everyone made of it. It's definitely a buy though, as the sheer size of it will keep you going longer than any other game at the moment.

http://www.snackbar-games.com/r345.html

Review: Tales of Phantasia - GBA

Title: Tales of Phantasia
Platform: GBA
Author: Mythological

If you're a die-hard Tales fan or desperately need your handheld RPG fix you may want to give ToP a try - everyone else may want to keep their distance.

http://www.snackbar-games.com/r344.html

Review: Syphon Filter: Dark Mirror - PSP

Title: Syphon Filter: Dark Mirror
Platform: PSP
Author: Piniata

Developer Sony Bend managed to bring the complexity and the awesomeness of a console game right to the palm of your hands, and it was achieved beautifully, unlike many other companies’ efforts.

http://www.snackbar-games.com/r343.html

Grand Theft Auto: Oblivion

Wayne wrote:

For those of you who haven't heard yet, there's been an uproar at the ESRB because somebody used a third party hack to access a topless female file in Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion. This is nearly the same thing that happened with San Andreas a good year or so ago.

Perhaps it's just me, but I don't see what all the fuss is about. Ok, so you can download a hack to look at some digital breasts. In the time it would take me to download said hack, I could download a bunch of nice crisp clear pictures of real women off the same internet.

Of course, this doesn't really apply to me, but if a kid is clever enough to know about and find the hack for this game that gives you a topless female, then he certainly knows how to find some internet porn.

In related news, John Romero is blaming the modding community for the recent uproar instead of the ESRB or the developers. While it is true that after San Andreas the ESRB changed the way it rates things, including hidden content that's on the disc, I still think this is a bunch of BS. Even so, John Romero (co-founder of iD Software) blames the modding community, not the developers, not the ESRB, and not anyone else who should actually be held responsible.

That is of course, if you even see this as a problem. Oh goodie. I can download a hack to see some boobies. Hooray for me...

Sources: Joystiq, GameDaily.biz

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1718.html

DS Lite Price and Date!

JoeHonkie wrote:

Kotaku (among others) is reporting a price and date for the DS Lite:

June 11.
$129.99.
That's all you need to know.

That's it. I know we were all hoping sooner, but it's coming nonetheless.

Source: Kotaku

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1717.html

Assassin's Creed Trailer

If you want to check out the trailer for the upcoming Ubisoft next gen game Assassin's Creed head on over to the official site.

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1716.html

Review: Rise of Nations: Thrones and Patriots - PC

Title: Rise of Nations: Thrones and Patriots
Platform: PC
Author: Chris A.J.

With its great updates and new features, it is possibly one of the most quality expansion packs ever made.

http://www.snackbar-games.com/r342.html

Review: Odama - Gamecube

Title: Odama
Platform: Gamecube
Author: Vyolynce

Odama is a game that demands near-military levels of concentration, and at times Budda-like levels of patience and tolerance.

http://www.snackbar-games.com/r341.html

Review: Burnout Revenge - Xbox360

Title: Burnout Revenge
Platform: Xbox360
Author: Snowcone

That is to say it is a stellar game that belongs in everyone's library.

http://www.snackbar-games.com/r340.html

Wii

I really wish there was some more news to post today, but it seems that the entire gaming world is still talking about Nintendo's decision to change the name of the Rev to Wii. I guess I will resume talking about it as well.

http://www.snackbar-games.com/n1715.html