Category Archives: News and Industry Happenings

Monster Tale Ships for DS

Majesco Entertainment Company (NASDAQ: COOL), an innovative provider of video games for the mass market, today released Monster Tale for Nintendo DS™ to retailers nationwide. Developed by DreamRift, the key leads behind the critically acclaimed Henry Hatsworth in the Puzzling Adventure, Monster Tale is a one-of-a-kind adventure that features an innovative mix of action platform gameplay on the top screen and a deep pet-raising game on the Touch Screen. Nintendo Power calls it "the next great DS game" and Game Informer included Monster Tale on its list of "The Most Anticipated Portable Games of 2011." The heroic characters in this … Continue reading Monster Tale Ships for DS

Eve Online Helping Japan, So Can You

The EVE Online community has requested that we begin a “PLEX for Good: Japan” effort to help those currently suffering unimaginable hardship following the earthquake and tsunami of March 11, 2011. PLEX for Good is a charitable program initiated by the players of EVE Online that has allowed them to donate in-game currency to be “reverse redeemed” by CCP (through the PLEX system) into real-world currency donated on their behalf to relief organizations. Past drives have assisted the victims of the Haiti earthquake and excessive flooding in Pakistan. To date, EVE Online players have donated over $63,000 USD (over 3600 … Continue reading Eve Online Helping Japan, So Can You

Weekly Time Waster: iStunt 2

iStunt 2 is a perfect example of a bad time waster. Gameplay is boring, graphics are horrible, and and on the iPhone it cost $0.99. iStunt 2 shows that while some game companies are being original, others just want to make a quick buck. This week, for the first time, the weekly time waster gets a bad review. A total score of one out of five is all we can give to iStunt 2. The Weekly Time Waster review is available on the GiN Facebook page. Publishers: Apple

Good Old Games to Release Ubisoft Titles

Good Old Games (www.gog.com) today announced that they have renewed their partnership with Ubisoft to bring classic Ubisoft games to GOG.com’s leading platform for the preservation and celebration of classic PC gaming. This collaboration will bring additional games from Ubisoft’s catalog of celebrated titles to Good Old Games’ customers, along with the opportunities to participate in new contests and quests managed and run by Good Old Games, associated with the games. The first games being re-released as part of this partnership are available now. They include Might and Magic 7: For Blood and Honor, and Heroes of Might and Magic … Continue reading Good Old Games to Release Ubisoft Titles

Rhythm RPG Released For iPhone

Booyah, a leading social web and mobile entertainment company, has officially launched Nightclub City DJ Rivals, the first rhythm-based role-playing game for iPhone and iPod touch. Nightclub City DJ Rivals lets players battle to the beat by tapping and scratching to music tracks in a quest to defeat real-world challengers and unlock new items and abilities to be the best DJ in the world. "For the first time on mobile devices, we’re offering a unique experience that combines a skill-based rhythm game and a story-driven adventure for endless replayability," said Keith Lee, CEO, Booyah. "It’s also a great GPS multiplayer … Continue reading Rhythm RPG Released For iPhone

Game Investment Conference Announced

Investors looking for insights into opportunities in the video game market or interested in seeing the latest intellectual property (IP) in development from independent and established studios should attend Game Path’s Game Investment Conference (GIC). The conference, scheduled for Wednesday, April 13, 2011, at the AMD Corporate Campus in Austin, Texas, is also geared for game studio executives and game developers seeking information on funding options. The conference will start with "Game Pitch!" a session featuring developers pitching their game concepts to a panel of investors and industry experts. Details on how to apply for participation in "Game Pitch!" can … Continue reading Game Investment Conference Announced

Pac-Man Kids Meal Hits Wendy’s

NAMCO BANDAI’s most popular video game character, is gracing his presence in the form of a Wendy’s Kids’ Meal. From now until April 10, 2011 (or while supplies last), Wendy’s and PAC-MAN are helping parents and kids "Pause. Play. Together…and spend some quality time with the whole family." The following 5 toys will be given away at participating Wendy’s locations throughout the United States and Canada, with the purchase of a Wendy’s Kids’ Meal. Note: Styles may vary by location. PAC-MAN Bowling: Set ’em up and knock ’em down! Wind-up PAC-MAN and aim for the paper ghost and fruit targets. … Continue reading Pac-Man Kids Meal Hits Wendy’s

Microsoft Hiring for Xbox 3?

A clutch of online job adverts suggest that Microsoft is already working on the successor to Xbox 360. The positions found on LinkedIn (by Beyond3D) include graphics architect and performance architect, both senior roles on the Xbox hardware team. Successful candidates will work on "defining and delivering next generation console architectures from conception through implementation". Microsoft is also looking for a hardware verification engineer to "play a key role in the development and verification of the Xbox and future platforms" and be "responsible for the design verification and qualification of the Xbox console at the component, motherboard, and system levels". … Continue reading Microsoft Hiring for Xbox 3?

Deus Ex: Human Revolution official release date announced

Square Enix has officially announced 23 August for the US release of Deus Ex: Human Revolution. The title will be hitting European retailers on 26 August. The game is a prequel to the original Deus Ex and will be available on PS3, Xbox 360 and PC. The publisher has released new screenshots and a packshot of the Augmented Edition, which comes with a bonus DVD, a motion comic and 40 page art book. Publishers: Square Enix Platforms: Xbox 360

Burrito Bison Bops Bears

The time waster game of the week is Burrito Bison. According to our reviewer, the plot of the game is to launch yourself from the rings as Burrito Bison in an effort to escape Candy Land and all while body slamming as many gummy bears as you can along the way! It earns 4 out of 5 Burrito Bison as its final score. The time waster game of the week review is available on the GiN Facebook page each week at www.facebook.com/gameindustry