E3 News: Activision Announces First Cross Platform 360, PS3, Wii, 3DS Multiplayer Game

Activision Publishing, Inc. (Nasdaq: ATVI) revealed today that Skylanders Spyro’s Adventure, an entertainment breakthrough for the video game and toy industries, will deliver the first-ever cross-platform gameplay experience across the Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, PlayStation 3 computer entertainment system, Wii, Nintendo 3DS, a variety of mobile devices, Windows PC and the web. Using the game’s Portal of Power, players will bring their Skylanders interaction figures to life inside the game on any platform. During console and handheld gameplay, each Skylander remembers skill advancements and level-ups, allowing players to take their leveled-up Skylanders to play on … Continue reading E3 News: Activision Announces First Cross Platform 360, PS3, Wii, 3DS Multiplayer Game

Yu Suzuki Joins Kinect Development Team

Yu Suzuki, the man behind Shenmue, Space Harrier, Out-Run and Virtua Fighter has joined Tokyo-based Premium Agency as advisor and executive game producer. The industry veteran and key Sega figure will offer his expertise in the development of new fighting games for Xbox 360 Kinect, as well as social games for mobiles. Suzuki-san said, "I’ve been looking for the idea of "integration of the technology and entertainment faithfully as a producer and game creator." He went on to talk about Premium Agency’s "pioneer spirit" and the development of games for worldwide markets. Premium Agency develops video games and CG animation … Continue reading Yu Suzuki Joins Kinect Development Team

The Witcher: Assassins of Kings Is 360 Bound

Atari, one of the world’s most recognized publishers and producers of interactive entertainment, and CD Projekt RED, a studio dedicated to creating unique non-linear RPG experiences, are pleased to announce that The Witcher 2: Assassins of Kings is being adapted for Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft. The planned release date slated for Q4 2011. The Xbox 360 version will be an enhanced adaptation of the PC game released to instant international acclaim in mid-May. Accordingly, it will incorporate numerous improvements and enhancements. Details will be announced over the coming months. CDProjekt RED Executive Producer John Mamais … Continue reading The Witcher: Assassins of Kings Is 360 Bound

New XCOM Due In March

2K Games announced today that XCOM, the intense sci-fi thriller in development at its 2K Marin studio, will be coming to the Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, PlayStation 3 computer entertainment system and Windows PC on March 6, 2012 in North America and March 9, 2012 internationally. XCOM is a gripping tactical action experience set in mid-century America, where the player leads an elite field team of specialized government agents into battle – combining deep, visceral gunplay with powerful sci-fi abilities. Together, they face a vicious and otherworldly enemy, who conspires to shatter our world and … Continue reading New XCOM Due In March

Hunted: The Demon’s Forge Ships

Bethesda Softworks, a ZeniMax Media company, today announced that the co-op fantasy action game, Hunted: The Demon’s Forge, is now available in North America and will go on sale across Europe on June 3. Developed at inXile Entertainment, Hunted is available on the Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, PlayStation 3 computer entertainment system, and Windows PC. Hunted is a fresh take on the classic dungeon crawl experience that delivers the intensity and action of a modern-day shooter. The game has been called "A Dungeon Crawl for the Gears Age" by Kotaku.com while Joystiq.com says "…every encounter … Continue reading Hunted: The Demon’s Forge Ships

Sega to cover the London 2012 Olympics

SEGA Europe Ltd. & SEGA America, Inc., today announced London 2012 – The Official Video Game of the Olympic Games. The officially licensed video game of the London 2012 Olympic Games will once again be published exclusively by SEGA in partnership with International Sports Multimedia (ISM), the exclusive licensee of the International Olympic Committee (IOC). London 2012 – The Official Video Game of the Olympic Games will be available for the Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and the PlayStation3 computer entertainment system, hitting stores in 2012. London 2012 – The Official Video Game of the Olympic … Continue reading Sega to cover the London 2012 Olympics

Disney Announces Pixar/Disney Themed Game, Disney Universe

Disney Interactive Studios announced today that Disney Universe, a fast-paced multiplayer action adventure game, is currently in development for PlayStation 3 computer entertainment system, Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, Wii and Windows PC/MAC. In Disney Universe, players will experience non-stop action through a mix-up of worlds inspired by both animated and live action films from Disney, including titles from Walt Disney Animation Studios, Pixar Animation Studios and Walt Disney Pictures. Players will suit-up as iconic Disney and Disney•Pixar characters and embark on adventures to power up their hero, battle powerful adversaries and master challenging puzzles to … Continue reading Disney Announces Pixar/Disney Themed Game, Disney Universe