2011年11月3日木曜日
New Kinect bundle includes Child of Eden
Microsoft has revealed a new 'limited' Kinect bundle that includes Tetsuya Mizugchi's Child of Eden at no extra cost. The new bundle includes both Kinect Adventures and a code that will let you download a digital copy of Tetsuya Mizuguchi's wicked rhythm-action shooter - and spiritual sequel to Rez - for the same price as the regular bundle, which usually only comes with Kinect Adventures. This probably comes as part of Microsoft's plan to have Kinect dominate Christmas again this year.This new offer will start appearing in shops everywhere (except Japan) from next week with specially-labeled boxes (pictured), but MS says it'll only be made "in limited quantities and while supplies last". Which means you don't have time to dilly-dally. Get on it. Mike Jackson
Dark Souls video tells a chilling story
Namco Bandai has released another new video for its rock hard action RPG, Dark Souls.This one is the first part of a prologue video which it appears will be revealed in segments in the coming days/weeks, and sets the scene for a sinister plot. It comes accompanied by the blurb: "In the age of the ancients, the world was cold and unformed and ruled by everlasting dragons. Then came the flame and disparity with it..."This video joins one released earlier this week that frankly advises viewers to 'prepare to die'. Nice, that.Dark Souls hits Japan on September 22, followed by a US release on October 4 and a European release on October 7. Not long to wait. Watch in HD No comments yet, be the first! Mike Jackson
US Nintendo downloads Let's Golf 3D
This week's US Nintendo downloads list is out and at the top of the menu is a mean game of golf. Gameloft's Let's Golf is clearly a shot at Camelot Software and Sony's Hot Shots Golf (aka Everybody's Golf) - a cartoony, anime-style golf game with over 100 courses and plenty of charm - and it's actually pretty good. Nothing else leaps out at us, but the full list is below. Hit the source link for more info and trailers.Nintendo eShopLet's Golf 3D - Choose from eight customizable characters and play in exotic locations, including the Mayan jungle and a winter wonderland. The 3D visuals will let you view your ball's trajectory like never before. (For Nintendo 3DS)Virtual ConsoleBrawl Brothers - Rick and Doug know all the moves, from martial arts to pro wrestling throws, and they don't hesitate to use them. You really don't want to mess with them! (For Wii)WiiWareBurn the Rope - Try to burn as much of the rope as possible in each level. But there's a catch: The fire only burns upward, so you must rotate the levels to keep your flame alive. (For Wii) Also new this week:GO Series: Portable Shrine Wars (Nintendo eShop / Nintendo DSiWare)Oscar's World Tour (Nintendo eShop / Nintendo DSiWare)My Australian Farm (Nintendo eShop / Nintendo DSiWare)
2011年11月2日水曜日
Golf Star- Hole in Two
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GolfStar doesn’t reinvent golfing games. It’s similar to other games in its class but succeeds in being a fun, fluid and faithful representation of golf. Simple pick up and play mechanics will appeal to many and good course structure in addition to a large international community compensate for its uninspired visuals. The elevator music may grate, but it’s a welcome foray into the online multiplayer sports arena. GolfStar doesn’t take itself too seriously; it’s just fun online golf.。
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That’s not all; golfers also have access to special skills bought with Skill Points. These unique abilities live in an action bar at the bottom of the screen, similar to any traditional MMO you may have seen over the past ten years, and provide an ample number of special shots that can be used on the green. Twist shots, approach shots and bunker shots – There’s a skill for every situation you may find yourself in. Skills can be upgraded in time, further increasing their usefulness, giving a strong incentive to see games through and reap the rewards.。
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Golf is an interesting sport. To outsiders, it’s men swinging clubs at white balls in the hope they land in a hole. To fans, it’s a hugely challenging game that requires immense patience, skill and accuracy. Golf is often considered to be one of those sports that is more entertaining to play than to watch, but based on the sales of a certain well-known video game franchise fans love to sink their teeth into virtual renditions of their favourite sport. GolfStar aims to capitalize on this popularity and take “the game” into an online multiplayer arena. Hundreds of other club-wielding jumper-wearing players can tee off against one another, and although I was sceptical about how well such a basic premise could translate, I quickly discovered there’s a lot more to MMO golf than meets the eye.。
Golf games can’t help but be similar to each other. There’s only so many ways you can hit a ball and whichever way you look at it, the fundamentals of golfing were firmly mastered in video game form many years ago. Although I will try to avoid comparing it to other online golf titles, GolfStar doesn’t stray too far from the tried and tested formula. It has everything you would expect from a title in this genre, wrapped up in a sweet arcade presentation.。
Once registered, a helpful tutorial guides you through the basics of the game. The core golfing mechanic is a relatively simple one. Two meters represent power and accuracy. Power is charged by holding the spacebar down and releasing it at the desired power level. Accuracy is determined by how close a reticule is to the centre of the accuracy circle. Both are simple timing games, and whilst you can reposition your shot and change clubs, that’s all it takes to take a shot in a basic game of GolfStar.。
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When you’re not teeing off, a central plaza area is where players meet, chat and establish games. It acts as a hub for all of the game’s features including stores, locker rooms, record lists and character development screens. The store funds the game, with real-world transactions paying for the most exclusive products available. Making up for the lack of character customization during the actual creation process, the store stocks a large amount of weird and wonderful clothing items for your golfer in addition to a variety of buffs, clubs and other items. They are not vanity items either, with many increasing the stats of your golfing hero. There are two currencies to get to grips with, one is topped up via real world money and the other is a reward for good play on the green (nice swings, accuracy and games). Naturally premium items require the use of paid-for Star Cash, but there’s a good amount of stuff available for those who play for free, even If the prices are a little steep.。
There aren’t a huge number of courses to choose from, but it’s still possible to have an enjoyable eighteen hole game with what’s available. Players take their shots at the same time too, so there’s no need to sit through another player’s excruciating attempts at getting out of a bunker before it’s your turn to swing. Clubs can be upgraded giving you the ability to hone and refine your arsenal to your particular taste and playing style. At the end of each game experience cash and items are dished out to the players, along with a neat podium scene before returning to the plaza.。
Of course all of this substance would be useless without a realistic interpretation of the sport. Thankfully, GolfStar gets the basics right. Trajectory, slopes, and wind direction all play a part in your swing. Trees need to be avoided, bunkers are as cruel as ever and the rough disrupts accuracy. It makes for a competent game of golf even with the simple control scheme. Putting is also well done, with a grid outline indicating the presence of slopes and the depth at which they sink. Every shot counts, and it makes a successful birdy all the more satisfying.。
Of course, hitting the spacebar key all day would bore anyone. Your golfer has many tricks up his sleeve and even more in his caddy. As your character levels up, ability points are earned on the green and deposited into four different areas - Power (increasing range), Impact (making nice shots easier to make), Control (improving accuracy) and Stamina (helps swings in rougher areas and increases consistency).。
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GolfStar at its core is a social experience. Players are encouraged to mingle, chat and compete with one another, which is why I was confused by the sheer lack of customization options for my golfer. With only four characters to choose from and very limited facial options, players in GolfStar are clones rather than individual characters. The four free golfers that are available at creation aren’t particularly inspiring either, and I’m pretty sure one of them is too young to be playing eighteen hole golf in the first place. Perhaps someone else is driving the caddy.。
The War Of The Worlds XBLA Side-Scroller
Other Ocean Interactive has done some beautiful work on the upcoming digital download release, an adaptation of the classic H.G. Wells alien invasion sci-fi novel, The War of the Worlds. Looking at it, it's easy to think back to another downloadable feast of eye candy from last summer, Playdead's Limbo.Fortunately, it looks like we won't be waiting much longer for Other Ocean to drop the side-scrolling platformer, provided you're an Xbox 360 owner. The game comes to XBLA on October 26, the developer confirms on its Facebook page. PlayStation 3 and PC releases will follow "soon."Source: Facebook
Wii U can do anything PS3 and 360 can - E
Wii U is likely to be capable of doing anything PS3 or Xbox 360 can, according to EA,jimmy choo outlet, which recently received new development kits for Nintendo's console. Vice president Andrew Wilson told Eurogamer the publisher now has a slightly better idea of Wii U's power and it hopes it's even more capable than Microsoft's and Sony's systems."I think that's our hope, but again we're still in the early stages," he said. "As every new piece of hardware and every new development library comes through we get a greater understanding of the power. With our early research we had been very happy with the output of the box and we expect that that will only go up moving forward."It's still moving," Wilson added, "but I think we'll be able to do anything that we can do on PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 on the Wii U."Asked about the Wii U's online capabilities, Wilson said he couldn't disclose much because EA's NDAd up to the eyeballs."[Online is] something that we're working very closely with Nintendo on. We are highlighting to them what we believe are the most important elements to that infrastructure to deliver a connected experience that we think is the future of gaming. "We're working through the development with them now," he added. "We have a series of people who are under very strict NDAs as you can imagine, operating with them, building that system out." He also said FIFA 13 may be a Wii U launch title, but ultimately that decision will rest with Nintendo.While publishers and developers are still attempting to work out the technical capabilities of Wii U, Aliens: Colonial Marines and Duke Nukem Forever developer Gearbox has described the platform as a "stop-gap" between this generation of consoles and the next.
Rage, Skyrim, Prey 2 confirmed for GAMEfe
September's GAMEfest show at the Birmingham NEC will offer the first UK public hands-on of id's hotly anticipated Rage. Bethesda has announced that, in addition to Rage, there will be regular presentations throughout the day of The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim,jimmy choo outlet, and Prey 2.Nintendo announced this morning that it will have five titles on display, including The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword, Mario Kart 7, Super Mario 3D Land, Metal Gear Solid: Snake Eater 3D and Kid Icarus: Uprising. Elsewhere, Disney's multiplayer adventure Disney Universe will all be available to experience.Bethesda, Nintendo and Disney join the likes of THQ, Sega and EA at the show - which also boasts the first UK public hands-on of Modern Warfare 3.Both Microsoft and Sony have signed up as headline sponsors of the event.GAMEfest will run from the 16-18 September 2011 at the Birmingham NEC, with the retail chain promising that attendees will be able to "play the most anticipated titles of the year before anyone else".Tickets cost £10 for anyone aged 12 or over and £5 for anyone under 12-years-old. They can be purchased from www.game.co.uk/gamefest.To buy tickets, would-be attendees must own a GAME reward card, which can be grabbed via game.co.uk or any GAME store.GAME UK marketing director Anna-Marie Mason said: "From worlds inspired by Disney films to helping Nintendo's world famous hero Link in Skyward Sword, we know gaming fans young and old will be in for a treat at this year's GAMEfest. Thanks to the involvement of the industry's top publishers, GAMEfest has something for the whole family to enjoy this September." CVG Staff