Misc Gaming Thread

[Deepak]

A question, Does MGS2:Substance game DVD contain "Making of MGS2" as well or is it a seperate DVD?

 

[hey69]

bonus-dvd Document of Metal Gear Solid 2 is a seperate DVD inlcuded in the European version. i don't know about the rest

 

[Farid]

New Burnout 3 pics

 

[Deepak]

Today's Magicbox has many interesting newsbits.

- UNCONFIRMED: Business Wire reported that there will be a further price cut for PlayStation 2 and Xbox in the 4th quarter of 2004 in US, because the holiday season is the key to game market each year. The comment came from the CEO of International Data Group Entertainment.

- Guerilla Games confirmed that they have began the development of Killzone 2, no platform has been announced, but they have mentioned that it will not be a PS3 title, so most like the game will appear on PlayStation 2.

- Nintendo mentioned that the installed base of GameCube in Germany has surpassed Xbox in 2004, the GameCube is ranked second after Sony PlayStation 2, and the market share of GameCube is 26% in the area.

- Here are some new images of Nintendo's GameCube first person shooter Metroid Prime 2, the game is scheduled for a November release in US.

- Here are some new images of Konami's PS2 women wrestling game Rumble Roses, the game is scheduled for an October release in Japan and US.

- Sony has revealed a new TV with built-in PS2 chips, the new model is called Sony WEGA HVX, which uses the graphical user interface similar to the PSX console, and the PS2 Emotion Engine and Graphics Synthesizer are used for providing better image processing. Sony will release six models of the Sony WEGA HVX in Japan on September 20.

- Konami will release a budget price version of Metal Gear Solid 2 and Metal Gear Solid 2: Substance for PS2 in Japan on October 21, for 1800 yen each. Both games will come with a Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater demo , according to retailers from Japan. Konami has not officially announced the MGS3 demo.

- Sony confirmed that they will release the survival horror adventure game SIREN 2 for PS2 in Japan in 2005.

- Here are some new images of Konami's PS2 driving simulation game Enthusia Professional Racing, the game is scheduled for a 2005 release in Japan and US.

- Electronic Arts announced they have shipped 1.35 million copies of Madden NFL 2005 for GameCube, PS2, Xbox and GBA in the first week of release. (Hail EA )

 

[thop]

I've seen the trailer of Enthusia, looks OK but nothing spectecular IMO. Also seen the trailer of Rumble Roses, i think 90% of the budget went into the breast animations

 

[Deepak]

I've seen the trailer of Enthusia, looks OK but nothing spectecular IMO. Also seen the trailer of Rumble Roses, i think 90% of the budget went into the breast & butt animations

Corrected!

 

[hey69]

OMG realistic bud cheeck movements!
this needs some pics

 

[passerby]

SIren 2 revealed, from Famitsu. The background revolves around an island which has its entire populace vanish 29 years ago. Suddenly, a series of mysterious events strike visitors on the island.

http://www.famitsu.com/game/coming/2004/08/19/104,1092884136,29678,0,0.html

 

[Deepak]

Magicbox

- Sony has released new tidbits on its PS2 horror adventure game SIREN 2 (Forbidden Siren 2), the game will have at least two main characters. The story takes place in an abandoned island, where all human disappeared in a mysterious way 29 years ago. You can find a lot of ruins, collapsed buildings and ship wrecks in the island. The Optical Illusion System will be enhanced in the game, you can see through from both human and animal eyes as well; and you can receive helps from companions in battles to rescue partners.

- Konami has released a new preview trailer of Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater for PS2, which was shown in the German Game Convention. The game is scheduled to release in US on November 15.

- Rockstar Games has released the first preview trailer of its highly anticipated PS2 title Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas, the game is scheduled to release in US on October 22.

- Here are some new images of Konami's PS2 action game Nano Breaker, from the Castlevania producer Koji Igarashi. In the game you play as a cyborg warrior named Jake Warren who is armed with a shape shifting plasma blade.

- Konami is working on a new first person shooter for PS2 called The Regiment, in which you play as a member of the anti-terrorism team in assaults on terrorist strongholds.

- Here are some new images of Konami's PS2 action game Neo Contra, the game is scheduled to release in October 2004.

- Konami will release Karaoke Revolution Vol. 3 for PS2 in November, the game will have dual microphone support, which allows duets and competitive singing.

- IGN reported that Konami's racing simulation game Euthusia Professional Racing is also coming to Xbox in November.

- Konami announced they will release an Xbox version of Karaoke Revolution in November, the Xbox version will feature 45 songs and downloadable content via Xbox Live.

 

[Deepak]

Here are some new images of Sony's PS2 horror adventure game SIREN 2 (Forbidden Siren 2). A new type of enemy is introduced in the game, they have intelligence and abilities over human, and they can see in the darkness. Their only weakness is light, you need to use flashlight or other light source to weaken them, then use weapons to attack....[/url]

 

[passerby]

Koei reveals Kessen 3, a new entry in their line of Action-Strategy series.
http://www.gamecity.ne.jp/koeiinfo/kessen3/

Even KK makes an appearance.

Movie at http://www.gamecity.ne.jp/koeiinfo/kessen3/movie.htm
'Collectors' notice that it's just an mpg, so you can grab it off the server if you want.

Amusing how units bounce and fly off each other - should watch it just for the laughs.

 

[passerby]

Siren2 site is up. Get the goods at
http://www.playstation.jp/scej/title/siren2/

 

[Dural]

Gameinformer.com has a video walkthrough of Unreal Championship 2, possibly the best looking game on Xbox. IGN has some direct feed videos as well and a technology overview of the engine can be found here.

 

[passerby]

Very clear Metal Gear: Acid screens at Gamewatch.
http://watch.impress.co.jp/game/docs/20040830/mga.htm

 

[rabidrabbit]

Anyone know when Gradius V is released in EU?

 

[Farid]

Anyone know when Gradius V is released in EU?

October 8, 2004 under the name Gradius V Band 2.

 

[passerby]

Capcom just announced their lineup for TGS. No surprises anywhere, but a slight letdown that Okami is not in the list. The interesting part in their announcement is that the ship-dates (JP) comes with it.

http://www.famitsu.com/game/news/2004/09/01/103,1094021695,30248,0,0.html

Bio4 - 2004 winter
DMC3 - 'This' winter(as opposed to '2004 winter' above)
Viewtiful Joe 2 - PS2 -> 6th December. GC -> 16th December.
Rockman X8 - 2004 Autumn
Tim Burton's NMBC Bookie's Revenge - 21st October

 

[passerby]

BIG NEWS FOR ROBOT FANS!

source
http://www.gpara.com/news/04/09/news200409015819.htm

Thanks to gamescience for the nice translation:
http://game-science.com/news/000718.html

From Software and Banpresto have announced a new robot action game, "Another Century's Episode", to be developed by From Software using Banpresto mechs. The game is a fusion of the Armored Core series and Robot animation series, specifically Mobile Suit Z Gundam, Aura Battler Dunbine, Heavy Metal L-Gaim, Blue Comet SPT Layzner, Metal Armor Dragonar, Gundam Wing, Gundam: Char's Counterattack, Martian Sucessor Nadesico and Brainpowerd. In total more than 100 mechs will feature in the game, of which the player can control 40. It was also announced that Hitomi Shimatani will be responsible for the image song and ending theme.

The game will feature a normal control mode, using multiple buttons, and a simple control mode featuring one stick and one button, to suit users unaccustomed to this type of game. Mechs can be customized through the collection of "Ace Points". Another Century's Episode is currently scheduled for release in January 2005.

Not included in the translation - currently confirmed for PS2.

Although Banpresto is famous for doing very well(tm) with the robot anime licenses they have, they are also notorious for very lack-lustre technology in their products(There's a movie of SRT-GC set for 2005 floating around ). Now throw in the respectable Armoured Core technology in the mix.....

 

[hey69]

x B O X

- Microsoft announced its Tokyo Game Show line up, all the game will be playable at the exhibition.

Blinx 2: Battle of Time & Space
Conker: Live & Reloaded
Fable
Forza Motorsport
Full Spectrum Warrior
Halo 2
Jade Empire
Kameo: Elements of Power
MechAssault 2: Lone Wolf
Phantom Dust
Sudeki
Xbox Video Chat

- Namco announced its Tokyo Game Show lineup on September 24 - 26:

Tales of Rebirth (PS2)
Tales of Symphonia (PS2)
Death by Degrees (PS2)
Ace Combat 5: The Unsung War (PS2)
Tekken 5 (Arcade)
- Taito announced they will reveal the new arcade shooting game Raiden III at the Tokyo Game Show, the game will run on its new Windows XP embedded arcade system Type X.

 

[passerby]

Are you sick of robot games? Are you tired of the 'G' word? Some people aren't, much more is to come...
http://www.gameiroiro.com/2004/0901-3.htm

Bandai and Namco are collaborating on the game "Mobile Suit Gundam" (1-year war again?! Arrgghh!!!) to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the series. The title is confirmed as a PS2 2005 release.