Wednesday, November 21, 2007

The Story of Rainbow Islands Evolution for PSP® System

The Story of Rainbow Islands Evolution for PSP® System

New Details About Bubby and Bobby’s Latest Adventure in Rainbow Islands!


A cult classic arcade game from Taito, Rainbow Islands Evolution for the PSP® system from Ignition Entertainment is a sequel in the popular Bubble Bobble franchise and is coming to North America in January 2008. See below for more on the story of Rainbow Islands Evolution and visit the FTP link for new screens and art.

The Evil Record Company!

A record company called Million Records has expanded into every area of the music industry from production of instruments to raising new talent and publishing records. Recently they have started to churn out nothing but generic, soulless music and have spread it across the globe.

Songwriters held Prisoner!

All the songwriters are now held prisoner inside the Headquarters of Million Records, located in the Rainbow Islands. They are forced to create boring, empty music 24 hours a day while strictly adhering to the ‘Million Hit Manual’.

Ecosystem in despair!

The ‘fake’ music created by Million Records has a terrible effect on the ecosystem of the Rainbow Islands. The trees have withered, insects have mutated into aggressive attackers and even the islands’ gravity has been affected!

The Good guys!

This terrible calamity has brought Bubby and Bobby back to restore their homeland to its natural glory. Using a magical Rainbow instrument called the ‘Hurdy Gurdy’, they must battle and destroy the evil Major Seven!

The BAD guys!

The pride of the Million Records Company, the “Major Seven” appear as the bosses in each stage, using their giant instruments and cheap sounds to try and stop Bubby and Bobby dead in their tracks.

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Friday, November 16, 2007

Embark on an Epic Journey With Dungeon Explorer Warriors of Ancient Arts

Embark on an Epic Journey With
Dungeon Explorer Warriors of Ancient Arts


Hudson Entertainment Brings Classic Action RPG Franchise
to PSP® (PlayStation® Portable) and Nintendo DS Next Year


REDWOOD SHORES, Calif., November 15, 2007 - Hudson Entertainment, the North American publishing arm for Hudson Soft, announced today that it is bringing Dungeon Explorer Warriors of Ancient Arts to North America in early 2008 for the PSP® (PlayStation® Portable) and Nintendo DS. Each version of the game will feature a unique story with epic battles, an all new assortment of weapons and many unique fighting styles. Like the classic game, the new versions will feature deep and customizable multiplayer adventuring. Dungeon Explorer: Warriors of Ancient Arts will be available February
2008.

In the game for the PSP system, players are trained in weaponry and mystical forces as Warriors of Ancient Arts. On a quest and ready to uncover the fate of a legendary kingdom, gamers will prepare to battle demonic forces and monstrous creatures. DE: WAA features hundreds of variations of weapons, armor and equipment that can be chosen and upgraded throughout the adventure to defeat enemies. Unique for the PSP system, players have the ability to choose their warfare style with more than 150 different kinds of fighting arts, including Big Bang Arts, allowing three players to team up to triple their destructive power in Ad-Hoc Multiplayer mode.

In the DS version, gamers find themselves in a land plagued by a legion of undead, monstrous soldiers. Commanded by the Demon God, the Evil Menace is determined on bringing Westoria Kingdom to its final days. The story takes place centuries after the events of the PSP version, as a legend foretells of a hero who will rise to face the threat. Gamers must rediscover the lost Ancient Fighting Arts of Westoria in
order to restore peace to a once sprawling and vibrant kingdom. With more than 60 different fighting arts across 8 lost Ancient Fighting Art schools, players can become a skilled warrior to successfully wage battle against dangerous enemies such as the Demon God's undead soldiers, mutated monsters, and an army of ancient automatons. To assist in battle, the game offers hundreds of weapons, armor and
equipment; all can be upgraded along the way. Players can also choose from three hero races and three character classes to form a unique warrior for battle. For a group effort, 3 players can join forces to battle the Demon god's minions via Nintendo's Wireless Connection.

"Bringing a classic franchise like Dungeon Explorer to the handheld gaming systems of today continues Hudson's pledge to deliver engaging new content to gamers, while tapping into the nostalgia of the popular series," said John Greiner, President and CEO of Hudson Entertainment. "Dungeon Explorer updates the much loved series with an all-new engaging story and introduces new RPG gameplay elements never before seen in a handheld game."

For more information on Hudson Entertainment or Dungeon Explorer Warriors of Ancient Arts, please visit www.hudsonentertainment.com.

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Friday, November 09, 2007

Silent Hill Origins Creeps Into Stores

SILENT HILL® ORIGINS CREEPS INTO STORES

First Silent Hill® Title for the PSP® (PlayStation®Portable)
System Offers New Game Play, Storyline Enhanced
Camera System And Updated Controls


EL SEGUNDO, Calif. - November 6, 2007 - Konami Digital Entertainment, Inc. today announced Silent Hill Origins has shipped to retail stores in North America. Developed exclusively for the PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) system, Silent Hill Origins brings to North America the frightening and popular survival horror series with all new game play and a storyline set before the events of the original Silent Hill. Fans can experience this one of a kind game with updated controls allowing for more fluid combat and detailed exploration of environments.

"Fans of Silent Hill can expect a fear-inducing experience with Silent Hill Origins," said Anthony Crouts, Vice President of Marketing for Konami Digital Entertainment, Inc. "We're adding to the mythos by revealing some secrets hinted at in the original Silent Hill and have added an all-new soundtrack from series composer Akira Yamaoka to the elaborate puzzles and chilling storyline that has made Silent Hill a hit for gamers everywhere."
Reborn on the PSP® system, gamers take on the role of Travis Grady, a lone truck driver making a routine delivery when he makes an unfortunate detour to the mysterious town of Silent Hill. Players must help Travis escape the city's horrific inhabitants and unravel the mystery of the strange hallucinations from Travis' past, visions that have plagued him since childhood.

Updated controls maximize combat, allowing Travis to use his fists, his wits and an array of weapons including a meat cleaver, pool cue and sledgehammer to fight his way through the nightmarish world of Silent Hill and face more than one possible ending. Taking full advantage of the PSP® system's graphics, sound, and portability, Silent Hill Origins sets a new standard in handheld gaming terror.

Silent Hill Origins is rated "M" for Mature by the ESRB and available for an SRP of $29.99. For more information, please visit www.konami.com.

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Monday, October 29, 2007

Disgaea®: Afternoon of Darkness ships to Retailers Nationwide!

Disgaea®: Afternoon of Darkness ships to Retailers Nationwide!


Santa Ana, CA – NIS America announced today that Disgaea®: Afternoon of Darkness for
the PlayStation®Portable system has shipped to retailers nation wide. Disgaea®:
Afternoon of Darkness builds upon the original Disgaea’s intuitive battle system and
quirky storyline by incorporating refreshing new features.

Players will initially take on the role of Overlord Laharl a young demon prince who has just woken from a two?year long nap and finds out that his father, who was the king, has passed away. In order to regain his rightful title as King of the Netherworld, Laharl sets off on a demonic adventure, but must do so with a back stabbing servant, love stupid angel, and a few disgruntled penguins who are looking for trouble.

About Disgaea® Afternoon of Darkness:
Disgaea’s game system is simple yet addictive. It has the same basic concept as other
strategy RPGs, but uses many unique features and enhancements that make this game unprecedented. The following are some of the unique features of Disgaea®: Afternoon
of Darkness:

Geo Panel – Is a group of stat altering elemental properties that are placed upon
certain parts of the battlefields. When there are one or more colored square panels on the battle grid, it means an element can affect that area. The effect can boost or
reduce your unit’s stats.

Geo Cube – A new addition to the PSP version, Geo Cubes are magic items that add
more depth to multi?player battles You can use the various Geo Cubes to enhance battles. your abilities, summon monsters, or even attack your enemies with them.

Demon Gadgets – Are randomly generated items that appear on the battlefield. By
acquiring these gadgets, you can power your units up. Some demon gadgets can level your unit up by 30 levels at once.

Transmigration – A form of reincarnation that allows you to start over from level 1, but your unit will grow stronger than before.

For additional information please visit: www.nisamerica.com.

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Friday, October 26, 2007

CASTLEVANIA: THE DRACULA X CHRONICLES NOW AVAILABLE

CASTLEVANIA®: THE DRACULA X CHRONICLES™ NOW AVAILABLE

First Castlevania for the PSP® (PlayStation®Portable System) Offers Three Games in One, Gorgeous 3D Graphics, and Timeless Side-Scrolling Gameplay


EL SEGUNDO, Calif. - October 26, 2007 - Konami Digital Entertainment, Inc. today announced Castlevania: The Dracula X Chronicles™ is now available in retail stores in North America. Developed exclusively for the PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) system, Castlevania: The Dracula X Chronicles brings the groundbreaking PC Engine CD game Castlevania: Rondo of Blood™ in two different versions to North America for the first time ever-- the original 2D form along with an updated version incorporating 3D graphics and new gameplay elements. In addition, gamers will also receive one of the most highly treasured games in the Castlevania series, Castlevania: Symphony of the Night™ with redone voice-over, translation and content previously available only in the Japanese version of the game.

"We took full advantage of the PSP system, adding more content in a portable Castlevania than ever before," said Anthony Crouts, Vice President of Marketing for Konami Digital Entertainment, Inc. "With the Dracula X Chronicles, not only does the package include two of the most popular entries in the Castlevania series to date, but it also includes a complete remake of a title that was previously only available in Japan. This massive collection of old and new Castlevania content is a great value for PSP gamers and fans of the series alike."

The legendary action game Castlevania: Rondo of Blood is reborn on the PSP system with incredible 3D graphics and classic side scrolling gameplay. In bringing the Japanese PC Engine CD classic to the handheld arena, gamers take on the role of intrepid vampire hunter Richter Belmont seeking the destruction of the maniacal Count Dracula once-and-for-all in this pivotal piece in the ongoing Castlevania saga.

Both the original version of Castlevania: Rondo of Blood, localized in English for the first time and Castlevania: Symphony of the Night, widely regarded as one of the most groundbreaking video games of all-time, are featured as unlockable items.

Players can battle through the game's more than 10 stages as either Richter Belmont or Maria Renard, each with their own unique skills and battle abilities. In addition to new 3D graphics, Castlevania: The Dracula X Chronicles will feature new character designs by renowned Castlevania visualist Ayami Kojima. The game will also introduce a new sound collection system that will let players find songs from both Rondo of Blood and Symphony of the Night and create their own custom soundtracks as they play.

Castlevania: The Dracula X Chronicles is rated "T" for Teen by the ESRB and available for an SRP of $29.99. For more information, please visit www.konami.com.

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Wednesday, October 17, 2007

Metal Gear Solid®: Portable Ops Plus Gone Gold

Metal Gear Solid®: Portable Ops Plus Gone Gold

Multiplayer Addition with New Modes, Characters and More Currently in Production, Shipping to Retail November 13th


What:
Metal Gear Solid®: Portable Ops Plus (MPO+), the stand-alone multiplayer addition to the 2006 award winning game for the PSP® (PlayStation® Portable) system is currently in manufacturing and is scheduled to ship to retail stores in North America on November 13, 2007. In this portable multiplayer experience, players will enjoy more maps and missions, plus recruit a crew of battle-hardened warriors for combat against real opponents in online arenas.

MPO+ includes a new single player mode, "Infinity Mission," in which players must advance from start to finish through increasingly difficult stages, gathering weapons and recruiting high-level comrades to build up their units. Additional multiplayer modes such as the Shooting Range to test player's shooting skills in a deathmatch environment and a Training Mode to practice and sharpen their game controls will challenge even the most experienced tactical fighters. Using saved data from the original Metal Gear Solid: Portable Ops, players can create instant squads for battle.

MPO+ also features more online maps, including an updated version of the REX Hangar area from the original Metal Gear Solid. More playable characters from the Metal Gear universe will be available, including Raiden and Snake from Metal Gear Solid 4 to form unique squads of commandos. Incorporating an improved support system, tutorials and improved in-game support helps players of all skill levels jump right into the action, or hone their skills to a razor's edge.

Where:
For more information on Metal Gear Solid: Portable Ops Plus, visit the website http://www.konami.jp/mpo+

When:
Metal Gear Solid®: Portable Ops Plus is scheduled to ship to retail stores on November 13, 2007.

Who:
Konami Digital Entertainment, Inc.
Kojima Productions

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Friday, September 28, 2007

Disgaea Afternoon of Darkness Trailer #3 - Etna Mode!

Here is the second of the two Disgaea Afternoon of Darkness trailers sent over today! This one is called Etna Mode!

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Disgaea Trailer #2 - Geo Cube!

NIS America sent over two new trailers for Disgaea: Afternoon of Darkness! Check out trailer #2 - Geo Cube!

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Wednesday, September 26, 2007

Disgaea: Afternoon of Darkness Fog of War video (plus updated cover art)!

NIS America sent over their most recent trailer and boxart for their upcoming, sure to be a massive hit, PSP title, Disgaea Afternoon of Darkness. Check out both below!



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Tuesday, September 25, 2007

HUDSON ENTERTAINMENT BLASTS BOMBERMAN LAND ONTO WII, Nintendo DS, AND PSP systems!

HUDSON ENTERTAINMENT BLASTS

BOMBERMAN LAND ONTO WII™, Nintendo DS™, AND PSP® system


Experience Triple The Fun With 3 Full Fledged Game Modes


REDWOOD CITY, Calif – September 20, 2007 – Hudson Entertainment, the North American publishing arm of Hudson Soft, today announced Bomberman Land, the award-winning series, is coming to the Wii™ and PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) system, and BOMBERMAN LAND Touch! 2 is coming for the Nintendo DS™. Published by Hudson and distributed in North America by Konami Entertainment, all three versions are planned to release in January 2008.

Bomberman Land brings together 3 exciting game modes into one. The series introduces a bevy of mini-games, where most can be played in multiplayer mode. The PSP system version features 50 mini-games, the Wii features 50, and the DS has 40 unique mini-games. In addition, the Bomberman Land series features a robust single-player Story Mode, where players can explore a fantasy land and solve quests and puzzles with the ultimate goal of restoring peace and tranquility to the beleaguered Bomberman world.

Best of all, the game includes the Battle Pack Mode, the classic multiplayer Bomberman experience that gamers know and love. The PSP system and the DS versions both allow gamers to share one game cartridge and network with friends to create the ultimate party game.

“Gamers are going to be blown away by the sheer amount of content they get in the Bomberman Land series,” said John Greiner President and CEO of Hudson Entertainment. “Each version of the perspective Bomberman Land title is different, with unique mini-games, Story Mode, and features. With the success of Bomberman Live on XBLA, we knew we had to up the bar for the brand, and we believe this series truly is triple the fun.”

Want more info on each game? Well, ask and you shall receive!


Bomberman Land! (PSP):

Adventure, Mini-games, and Multiplayer Action await you!

Embark on a fun-filled, theme park adventure as you discover intrigue and a host of addicting mini-games. Also included, is the original Bomberman Battle game. Battle up to 4 friends via Ad-Hoc wireless play to find out who is king Bomberman.


Key Features
• 50 Mini-games – Sports fan? Try your hand at the Put-Put Golf mini-game…Or are you the outdoors type? Jump in the river and try the Run and Swim mini-game. With 50 unique, addictive mini-games there’s something here for everyone.

• Character Customization – Customize and create you very own Bomberman character with

• Fun-filled Adventure – Bomberman Land has broken into pieces, uncover the mysteries and restore Bomberman Land by collecting all the pieces and put Bomberman Land back together again.

• Original Bomberman Battle Game Included! – With the Original Bomberman Battle game featuring, 47 Stages and 5 different Battle Modes packed in! Multiplayer Action-Strategy doesn’t get better than this!

• Multiplayer Action – In the original Bomberman Battle game, go head-to-head and battle up to 4 players with 1 UMD cartridge via Ad-Hoc mode.


Bomberman Land! (WII):

Adventure, Mini-games, and Multiplayer Action await you!

Embark on a fun-filled, theme park adventure as you discover intrigue and a host of addicting mini-games throughout 5 unique Zones. Also included, is the original Bomberman Battle game. Battle up to 4 friends and find out who is king Bomberman.


Key Features
• 50 Mini-games – Extreme sports fan? Try your hand at the Skateboarding mini-game…Do you love Sci-Fi? Try out the Laser Ball mini-game. With 50 unique, addictive mini-games there’s something here for everyone.

• Character Customization – Customize and create you very own Bomberman character with

• Fun-filled Adventure – Bomberman Land has broken into pieces, uncover the mysteries and restore Bomberman Land by collecting all the pieces and put Bomberman Land back together again.

• Multiplayer Action –Go head-to-head and battle up to 4 players in either all 50 mini-games or the original Bomberman Game.

• Original Bomberman Battle Game Included! – The Original Bomberman Battle game is included with all new maps and power up items. Multiplayer Strategy Action doesn’t get better than this!

Bomberman Land Touch! 2 (DS):


Adventure, Mini-games, and Multiplayer Action await you!

BOMBERMAN LAND Touch! 2 is the follow up sequel to IGN’s Best Online Multiplayer game of the Year 2006 on the Nintendo DS™. Embark on a fun-filled, theme park adventure as you discover intrigue and a host of addicting mini-games that can be played by yourself or with up to 4 of your friends.

And if the 40 mini-games weren’t enough to fulfill your multiplayer action needs, the original Bomberman Battle game is included. Battle up to 8 friends via Nintendo Wireless Communications or go head to head via Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection.


Key Features
• 40 Mini-games –Sports fan? Try your stylus at the Soccer Striker mini-game…Or are you the outdoors type? Jump in the river and try the Up the Creek mini-game. With 40 unique, addictive mini-games there’s something here for everyone.

• Multiplayer Action – Play up to 8 players via Nintendo Wireless Connection or go head-to- head against 4 of your friends via Nintendo WiFi Connection. Single card and Multi-card play is supported.

• Fun-filled Adventure – Uncover the devilish plot of the Evil Bomberman and uncover 2 alternate endings to the game.

• Full Stylus Control – Specifically designed for the Nintendo DS, BOMBERMAN LAND Touch! 2 features full Touch Screen control.

• Original Bomberman Battle Game Included! – The Original Bomberman Battle game is included with all new maps and power up items. Multiplayer Strategy Action doesn’t get better than this!

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Tuesday, July 10, 2007

Brave Story: New Traveler Website Launches!

Today, XSEED's upcoming PSP RPG, Brave Story: New Traveler, had its official website launch at http://www.bravestorynewtraveler.com/. Releasing July 31, 2007, stop by and read up on what the game is all about and watch for our hands-on preview in the coming weeks!

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Friday, July 06, 2007

Nissan GT-R PROTO Headlines Need for Speed ProStreet’s Car List



Need for Speed ProStreet boasts an impressive and unique car list that spans over 40 years of the automotive spectrum. Today, EA unveils the first set of vehicles to be featured in the game with the Nissan GT-R PROTO leading the pack. This will mark the first time that the Nissan GT-R PROTO, which was unveiled at the 2005 Tokyo Motor Show, is available in a full packaged video game.

Every car in Need for Speed ProStreet is selected for a reason – it is either unique, aspirational, memorable or highly desirable. The first list of cars to be revealed in Need for Speed ProStreet is:


* Nissan GT-R PROTO
* 1970 Plymouth® Hemi® Cuda
* 1995 Mazda RX-7
* 1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse
* 2006 Audi S4
* 1986 Toyota Corolla GTS AE86
* 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer EVOLUTION IX MR-edition
* 2006 Volkswagen Golf GTI
* 2008 BMW M3


Need for Speed ProStreet is about building the ultimate performance-tuned battle machine, taking it to multi-disciplinary showdowns all over the world and pitting your skills and reputation against the very best street racers. The game is slated to ship in Fall 2007. It will be available for the Xbox 360, PLAYSTATION 3, and Wii as well as the PlayStation 2 Nintendo DS, PSP, PC and mobile. More information can be found at http://www.needforspeed.com/.

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