Trackmania United Announced
12:29 | by Evan
Produced by the French studio Nadeo, TrackMania United is the latest version of TrackMania. Released in 2003, TrackMania has made incredible progress full of intense events that make it today one of the most popular video games on PC. 2006 was the year of TrackMania. In the spring the game brought together more than 6,000 players in France to compete throughout 60 stores during the FNAC Trophy. The game was also part of the Video Games World Cup held in Bercy (Paris) where 40 players from around the world came to battle for the title of Best Driver. TrackMania is a worldwide success with its free version of Nations, which has today been downloaded more than 20 million times.
Like its predecessors, TrackMania United offers various amazing creation tools that increase the interest and lifetime of the game, including the well-known circuit editor which allows anyone to make their own tracks, playable in single or multiplayer modes, using more than 1,000 different construction blocks. In addition, a video editing studio can be used to create race and stunt videos, and the possibility of converting into any format allows for open distribution. And last but not least, the paint workshop lets players customise each vehicle.
LA Rush Now Available for PSP
12:23 | by Evan
Midway Games today announced the release of LA Rush for the PSP. For the first time ever, players can feel the rush as they attempt mad jumps, high-flying stunts and arcade-style racing, all in the palm of their hands.
Exclusive to the PSP system are several new modes including; Stunt Arena, a huge environment packed with ramps, tracks and other obstacles where gamers can show off their mad stunt skills, and Battle Race, a mode where players go head-to-head in a wireless race riddled with power-ups designed to boost performance or derail an opponent�s progress. Also featured in LA RUSH, are all-new money cruise and multiplayer missions.
2K Sports Bounce Tour
12:03 | by Evan
2K Sports announced today that Dan The Automator will headline the second leg of the 2nd Annual 2K Sports Bounce Tour. This event will feature Dan The Automator touring for the first time ever with a live backing band and guest vocalists� Chali 2na of Jurassic 5, Casual of Hieroglyphics and A.G. of D.I.T.C. The tour is in support of NBA 2K7 for the PlayStation 3 and has 13 confirmed West Coast dates spanning the holiday season with additional shows pending.
After reuniting A Tribe Called Quest for the first part of the 2nd Annual 2K Sports Bounce Tour, 2K Sports enlisted Dan The Automator to helm the second leg of the tour inspired by the Decon Records-released soundtrack, entitled Dan The Automator Presents 2K7. The soundtrack features Chali 2na, Casual and A.G., who are performing with him on the tour. Beyond the music connection, Dan The Automator appears in NBA 2K7 as a playable character.
Electronic Arts Ships PS3 Titles
12:43 | by Evan
Electronic Arts today helped kick off the launch of the PlayStation 3 system with perennial hits Madden NFL 07, Need for Speed Carbon and Tiger Woods PGA TOUR 07. Each of these stunning high-definition titles has been custom-created for the PlayStation 3 to take advantage of the advanced power of the CELL processor and the motion-sensitive SIXAXIS controller. On December 5th, EA will add to its PlayStation 3 portfolio with the release of EA SPORTS Fight Night Round 3 and in the months that follow, several more games including NBA STREET Homecourt and Def Jam: ICON.
SBK'07 Agreement
12:27 | by Evan
Black Bean announced today the acquisition of the Official Licence that will allow the company to exclusively realize the SBK�07 - Superbike World Championshin videogame, based on the SBK World Championship promoted and organized by FG Sport.
The agreement with FG Sport has been signed thanks to the contribution of Riccardo Taf�, MD of RTR, a sports marketing company, and it will allow Black Bean to develop the SBK World Championship videogame for the next five years.
Sonic Riders Ships
11:54 | by Evan
SEGA today announced has begun shipping for the PC. Sonic Riders takes gamers on an electrifying ride on air boards at break-neck speeds through a wide variety of tracks.
In Sonic Riders, players race on air boards through over 13 amazingly detailed and challenging courses in either single player or 2-player multiplayer mode. The innovatively designed tracks are filled with objects such as jump ramps for high flying acrobatic tricks and long rails for grinding action. Riders will also ride "Turbulence" � waves generated from other riders � to boost their own speed. "Turbulence" can also be used as a moving half-pipe so riders can perform aerial tricks while racing past fellow competitors.
Team Unity in College Hoops 2K7
11:50 | by Evan
2K Sports announced today features emphasizing the importance of team chemistry in College Hoops 2K7. Emulating college basketball like never before, Team Unity encourages players to focus on team dynamics to maximize the potential of their squad and even influence team performances in Legacy Mode, College Hoops 2K7's franchise mode.
"A positively-focused, cohesive team makes all the difference when it comes to competing in any sport," said Greg Thomas, president of Visual Concepts, a 2K Sports studio. "Team chemistry is crucial in college ball as it can make or break a team and make the impossible seem possible for underdog teams. George Mason's entrance into the Final Four last year is an excellent example of how great team unity will often lead to great success. Team Unity in College Hoops 2K7 allows gamers to focus on the important factors of fundamental team basketball to maximize winning potential."
Four key factors are taken into consideration when calculating a Team Unity rating-lineup consistency, individual player confidence, overall team awareness and a strong team leader. Low Team Unity can result in bad rotational defense, sloppy screen setting, and missed passes, among a myriad of other game time consequences.
�Wednesday, November 15
NHL 07 Demo
12:40 | by Evan
Checking in at 1.8 gigs, this is the biggest hockey demo known to man. Grab your stick and get out on the ice with NHL 07 from EA Games! The golden age of console hockey returns when NHL 07 debuts with gameplay innovations that will allow players to feel like they are actually on the ice. New presentation design, AI enhancements and animation overhauls create players who look, act and play like they would in the NHL.
�Tuesday, November 14
EA Replay Screens
11:44 | by Evan
GameSpy has posted a handful of new screens of EA Replay, a compilation of classic Electronic Arts titles from the vaults, for the PSP.
WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2007 Ships
09:49 | by Evan
THQ today announced that WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2007 for the Xbox 360 and PlayStation 2 is now available at retailers worldwide. The PSP version is scheduled to be available later this month. With unprecedented levels of choice and control, the game brings to life the thrills of being a World Wrestling Entertainment, Inc. SuperStar like never before with prominent new features, key product updates and a power-packed roster of WWE SuperStars, Divas and Legends. WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2007 is rated "T" for Teen and is available for the suggested retail prices of $49.99 (PlayStation 2, PSP) and $59.99 (Xbox 360).
Alpine Ski Racing 2007 Trailer
09:47 | by Evan
JoWood has posted up a new trailer for Alpine Ski Racing 2007, which will be available soon. For more information on the game, visit the official website.
EA Cheating Consumers?
09:44 | by Evan
The Official Xbox Magazine has posted a rather interesting article today regarding Electronic Arts download policy on the Xbox Live Marketplace for Madden, Tiger Woods and Godfather. EA has denied these allegations that they are cheating the consumer, check out the article.
�Monday, November 13
Football Manager 2007 & Football Manager Handheld Gone Gold
09:49 | by Evan
SEGA Europe today announced that both console versions of the latest edition of the highly acclaimed sports management title, Football Manager, have gone gold. Football Manager 2007 for the Xbox 360 and Football Manager Handheld 2007 for PSP system are both ready for release across Europe on December 1st, 2006.
Football Manager Handheld 2007 sees many new features added making it easier to use, navigate and control. Taking a huge step forward with the inclusion of such features as international management and multiple scouts, there are now many new leagues from across the world to choose from including Portugal and Australian leagues. Network play has also been included in Football Manager Handheld 2007 and players can now play friendly matches against their friends or compete with strangers via wifi.
