Wiiva la Revolution!! {News Topic}

[nkarafo]

Battle Rage: The Robot Wars for Wii (μάλλον δεν είναι εικόνες του Wii)

 

 

 

 

[Exoskeletor]

μπραβω γραφικα για wii. ποτε με το καλο?

[kostacurtas]

Kid Icarus on Wii indirectly revealed by IGN

 

When fans debate which of their plentiful wells Nintendo will be returning to for their next big title, Kid Icarus is always a popular suspicion. Now, IGN's Matt Casamassina has basically confirmed that it's on the way to Wii. On episode 7 of the IGN Nintendo Voice Chat podcast Casamassina says, "Of course [Nintendo is] going to have some E3 surprises. You know, Kid Icarus, for crying out loud, how many times do we have to say Kid Icarus? Kid Icarus is coming for crying out loud." When a co-host asks if he wants to reveal the developer he responds "I think we've confirmed it a billion times but no, I'm not going to say it officially."

 

Adding more fuel to the fire on this week's show Casamassina said "Kid Icarus, that's another one that I'm really anticipating just because I love the franchise and I'm sure that the developer will make a really pretty game." It looks like we'll have to wait for July to hear anything official from Nintendo but, if Casamassina is to be believed (we've asked him for further clarification), a Wii version of Kid Icarus seems to be all but a done deal.

 

 

 

FaceBreaker dev: Wii version is "No port"

Developer spills in latest issue of Official Nintendo Magazine.

 

EA Canada has said the Wii version of upcoming boxing game FaceBreaker will be almost a completely separate entity to its counterpart of Xbox 360 and PS3.

 

"In terms of game modes, controls, and gameplay we'll actually have a lot of stuff that the other systems won't," the studio told Official Nintendo Magazine in an interview.

 

"Since day one, we knew that we were taking FaceBreaker to the Wii. And we've learned that in order to be successful on the Wii, you have to create an experience that you can only get on this platform."

 

"So we chose to build just about everything from scratch specifically for the Wii. No port here folks. And for what it's worth, I believe that what FaceBreaker on the Wii lacks in super-duper, razzle-dazzle graphics, it more than makes up for by delivering a FaceBreakin' good time for you and your friends that you can only get on the Wii."

 

Elsewhere in the interview, the developer speaks on the influence of Punch Out and Ready 2 Rumble, which we consider the best boxing games of all time. To read the full interview, check out the latest issue of Official Nintendo Magazine, out tomorrow (May 9).

[Toufas]

btw τελος του μηνα εχουμε νεο channel

 

the Nintendo Channel.

 

Description-

 

With the Nintendo Channel, you can discover Wii, WiiWare, Virtual Console, and Nintendo DS titles that suit your tastes perfectly. Watch video clips from a variety of titles both old and new, check out detailed information about almost any game you want, and get recommendations for other titles you might enjoy based on surveys submitted by people like you. Used in conjunction with the Internet Channel, the Nintendo Channel can direct you automatically to title-specific websites, and to e-commerce sites from which you can purchase the title directly. Additionally, the Nintendo Channel can transmit DS software demos directly from your Wii to your Nintendo DS so you can take a closer look at the titles that catch your eye!

[kostacurtas]

Call Of Duty 5

Next game in franchise on six platforms, will feature new setting.

 

The next Call of Duty will arrive across six different systems before the end of Activision's fiscal year, which ends March 31, 2009, and will feature a "new military theater," according to Activision Publishing CEO Mike Griffith. The undisclosed new setting will try to capitalize on the massive success of Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare which, according to an Activision earnings call, has doubled the install base of the franchise ever since the company took the series out of World War II. Next-Gen.biz reports that the next installment of the best selling first person shooter will appear on the DS, PC, PlayStation 2, PlayStation 3, Wii and Xbox 360 platforms.

 

No word on whether Infinity Ward, the developer of Call of Duty 1, 2, and 4 will develop the game. Up until recently the next Call of Duty was speculated to be developed by Treyarch, the developer responsible for Call of Duty 3, and was rumored to once again take place during WW II. The rumor surfaced when Treyarch looked for a new company position:

 

"Working experience with First-Person Shooter or Third-Person Shooter genres (console or PC). And if you're a fan of World War 2 shooters, then even better!"

 

The December job posting has since been taken down. IGN has contacted Activision for clarification, but so far no representative was available for comment. More on the story as it develops.

 

 

 

MLB Power Pros Returns

2008 has been announced, and all is well in the MLB world.

 

"We're thrilled to partner with Konami again, and with the Baseball season now in full swing, we're proud to offer our fans a refreshingly smart and exciting baseball game that is easily accessible for all ages," said Christoph Hartmann, president of 2K. "Baseball enthusiasts will appreciate the variety of newly added features, intuitive game modes and improved overall feel, and we look forward to hitting one out of the park this season with MLB Power Pros 2008."

 

With over ten different exciting game modes including the traditional Practice, Exhibition, League and Home Run Challenge modes, MLB Power Pros 2008 will bring fans closer to the action than ever before. Gamers also get the opportunity to act as general manager and control the destiny of their own franchise in Season mode, or engage in entertaining role-playing story modes such as Success and MLB Life modes. As general manager, gamers can trade, sign free agents, coordinate practice schedules, purchase new equipment, call up and send down players from the Minor Leagues, along with other management options to bring in fans, win playoff games and eventually, earn the title of World Series champion.

 

 

 

Hands-on Line Rider 2: Unbound

We take an exclusive first look at the evolution of Line Rider.

 

Line Rider has gained a pretty gigantic following online since the game released in its flash format back in 2006, and after two years of video sharing and TechDawg performances, the game is finally getting the star treatment in the form of this "sequel" production for PC, Wii, and Nintendo DS. Since the original is more of a working tech demo than a full-blown game, Line Rider 2: Unbound is really the first full-featured experience, and there's a lot of expectation to live up to with so many fans playing the already free precursor online. On Wii specifically, there's even more pressure to be had, as it's the most expensive of the packages, with PC coming in at $20 even, and DS/Wii hitting the $29.99 price point.

 

[kostacurtas]

Skate It on Wii and Nintendo DS

Check out a taste of what's to come from EA's skateboarding series on Nintendo systems.

 

Electronic Arts will release Skate It, a spin-off of last year's console design that will focus on utilizing Wii remote and Nintendo DS touch screen for its skateboarding control. The Wii version will also support the Wii Balance Board that will ship with Wii Fit in two weeks.

 

Skate It will be officially announced and revealed by the company next week at the company's press event in San Francisco, but we were given the opportunity to grill Skate It's executive producer Scott Blackwood and get some details regarding the Nintendo spinoffs on the Wii and the Nintendo DS...

 

 

 

 

James Bond: Quantum of Solace confirmed for Wii

 

 

Our friends at LiveWii got in touch with a PR rep at Beenox, and they have confirmed that there will indeed be a Wii version of Quantum of Solace.

 

“Concerning the new James Bond game, we are actually developing the Wii & PC versions of the game. But, it is clearly too early to give more information about the content of this product.” - Beenox PR

 

 

 

Rogue Trooper: The Quartz Zone Massacre Announced

 

Reef Entertainment has confirmed it has agreed an exclusive deal with the UK Developer Rebellion to launch their 2000 AD character Rogue Trooper videogame globally on Wii.

 

Rogue Trooper: The Quartz Zone Massacre is the story of how Rogue Trooper and his comrades are betrayed by a traitor general on their first mission to an area on Nu Earth known as the Quartz Zone. Only Rogue survives, and joined by his fallen comrades within his equipment, he begins a journey across Nu Earth to find the general and unleash his revenge!

 

The Wii version promises to provide even greater immersive gameplay with the unique Wii control interface where kill shots are more accurate and certainly more creative than its console forebears.

 

In addition, Rebellion has provided additional tweaks and polish to the overall game so ensuring the Wii version of the game is the very best yet.

 

Peter Rezon, CEO of Reef said: "Rogue Trooper:The Quartz Zone Massacre is one of the best games Reef has been involved with, and to win this contract for the Wii version is fantastic. Were taking a hit game to a unique console where we believe the exciting elements weʼve added will make this 3rd shooter a hugely successful Wii title."

 

Rogue Trooper: The Quartz Zone Massacre will be released in Q4 2008

[kostacurtas]

Exclusive: "Kid" Icarus Wii Concept Artwork Revealed

The Kid grows up. First-ever artwork for Factor 5's rumored project, starring adult Pit, revealed.

 

Earlier this year, we broke the news that Factor 5 is working internally to revive the beloved Kid Icarus franchise. Although we do not have much new information in regards to the project, we have acquired nearly 30 pieces of concept art for the game, showing various different versions of Pit's new design, plus concept work for some of his weapons.

 

When we last wrote about the project, Factor 5 was in the process of pitching it to Nintendo. In the time since, we've spoken to at least one source that claims the Big N has expressed interest in publishing such a project. However, at this time, we are uncertain of whether or not Nintendo has committed to doing so. In other words, we have been unable to confirm whether or not Nintendo has officially green-lighted the project, but if we had to speculate, we'd say things are looking good for it.

 

The artwork we've published comes from a pitch document we got our hands on in the early part of 2008. Since then, sources have told us the game's artwork has advanced considerably. Despite this artwork not being reflective of the game's current standing, we've decided to share it so fans can get a look at what Factor 5 has experimented with.

 

The last nugget of information we have to share with you is in regards to the game's plot. At the time of the document's writing, Factor 5 had imagined a plot starring a grown-up, adult Pit, who is "cursed for thousands of years for a crime and becomes a 'fallen angel.'" The pitch adds that "a tattoo on Pit's arm bears the inscription of Pit's crime."

 

When asked for comment on the existence of a Factor 5-developed installment in the Kid Icarus franchise, Nintendo gave us the expected "no comment on rumors" statement.

 

 

 

 

Skies of Arcadia 2 (Wii) In the Works

 

According the German SEGA blog, who was also first to unveil Sonic Unleashed a few weeks back, a sequel to the Dreamcast RPG Skies of Arcadia is in the works, scheduled to be officially announced later this year.

While there are no further details revealed, more information should be come available at the Tokyo Game Show, although it is said a PS3 version of the game is a possibility.

[kostacurtas]

Pitfall: The Big Adventure Announced - Screens

 

With more than 10 million Pitfall titles sold to date, Pitfall: The Big Adventure will introduce the franchise to a new generation of gamers while bringing a fresh Pitfall experience to long time fans.

 

"Pitfall is one of the most legendary franchises in the history of videogames, so we look forward to releasing a new version exclusively for Wii,” said Dave Oxford, Activision Publishing. “What could be more fun than using the Wii Remote to swing on a vine over blood thirsty crocodiles as retro-cool Pitfall Harry?!"

 

Set in the Peruvian jungle, Pitfall: The Big Adventure combines the action of reptile dodging and vine swinging with clever puzzles. The game will feature over 60 levels spanning lush rainforests, creature-filled caves, and glacial mountains. Within these dynamic worlds, players will explore cavernous jungles, discover lost treasures, battle shamen, narrowly escape treacherous traps and outwit creatures using innovative, accessible game mechanics developed specifically to take advantage of the Wii motion sensing controls.

 

"Wii is a natural and perfect fit for a Pitfall game, and itʼs been fantastic to revolutionize this classic franchise through the application of the innovative Wii game mechanics. Itʼs a completely new experience for the gamer," said Binu Philip, President, Edge of Reality.

 

Pitfall: The Big Adventure for Wii is in development at Edge of Reality and will swing onto shelves this Fall.

 

[kostacurtas]

Δυο video απο launch titles του WiiWare:

 

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Και το τελευταιο Cinematic Trailer απο το Alone In The Dark:

 

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WiiWare Line-up Revealed for Europe

Eight games ready for launch.

 

Following yesterday's launch Stateside for the WiiWare service, Nintendo has announced the launch line-up for Europe, with a full eight titles on offer as the service goes live over here on May 20.

 

Exclusive to the European launch are Hudson Soft's Star Soldier R, Two Tribe's Toki Tori, Nintendo's own Dr. Mario & Germ Buster and Oxygen Interactive's Pirates: The Key of Dreams, whilst V.I.P Casino: Blackjack and Defend Your Castle have been shorn from the early US offerings.

 

Pricing is yet to be confirmed, though the accompanying release helpfully states that the games will cost upwards of 500 Wii points – we've contacted Nintendo and will update you as soon as the relevant information emerges.

 

The full list of launch titles for WiiWare in Europe is as follows:

 

• Dr. Mario & Germ Buster (Nintendo)
  
• Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles: My Life as a King (Square Enix)
  
• Lost Winds (Frontier)
  
• Pirates: The Key of Dreams (Oxygen Interactive Ltd)
  
• Pop (Nnooo)
  
• Star Soldier R (Hudson Soft)
  
• Toki Tori (Two Tribes B.V.)
  
• TV Show King (Gameloft)
  

We'll be bringing you the full skinny on all the WiiWare launch titles later this week, so stay tuned for further details.

 

 

 

LostWinds Sequel Confirmed

Frontier Developments already underway with the follow-up to one of WiiWare's best games.

 

WiIWare and LostWinds only debuted in America a day ago, but that hasn't stopped software maker Frontier Developments from formerly announcing that a sequel to the title is underway. On its official website, Frontier features an option for readers to register for advance information on its "... forthcoming LostWinds sequel containing amazing new gameplay as Toku and Enril's incredible adventure to save Mistralis continues."

 

In previous interviews with IGN, Frontier's David Braben indicated that to cease work on the LostWinds franchise after only a single game would be a missed opportunity for the studio.

 

LostWinds is a quasi-3D platformer in which players move the main character, Toku, through environments using the Wii remote to direct the direction of the wind. The game is currently the highest-rated WiiWare project by IGN.com.

 

 

 

Game Informer - Guitar Hero IV Details

 

All features have not been confirmed for Wii version

 

• Create a song (no vocals)
  
• Name your song, make album art, and upload to GH Tunes
  
• 5 song limit at first, but may change if your tracks are rated highly
  
• This mode will be in the Wii version, but will most likely lack full features of PS3/360 versions
  
• Drums, bass, vocals guitar
  
• Create a rocker
  
• Create a guitar and drums
  
• All songs will be master tracks
  
• 4 band confirmed - Van Halen, The Eagles, Linkin Park and Sublime
  

 

 

Family Trainer Announced - Screens

 

Atari announced the forthcoming European release of Namco Bandai's Wii exclusive Family Trainer letting all the family and friends get physical by engaging the whole body in a variety of easy-to-understand, fast-paced and wildly entertaining activities.

 

There are over a dozen frantic single and multiplayer challenges to choose from all based on outdoor challenges amusingly interpreted for the world of Family Trainer, such as river rafting, mine karting, log jumping, rope skipping and much more. The activities take place in a variety of colourful locations including jungle forests full of ancient ruins, a haunted mansion complete with hordes of zombies, and a fairytale world where riding on toys and floating amongst the clouds is the order of the day.

 

Players can challenge friends or family members on the same mat, or cooperate together, for example trying to balance a runaway mine kart as it hurtles round a gravity defying track. Players can track their progress and set new records for their friends and family to beat, bringing a dose of healthy competition into the madcap mix.

 

Family Trainer is scheduled for European release in September 2008 exclusively for Wii.

 

[p3tran]

το "WE SKI" που υποστηριζει το board του wii fit βγηκε ή οχι ακομα?

[kostacurtas]

Σημερα βγηκε στην Αμερικη και 13 Ιουνιου θα βγει στην Ευρωπη.

[FISHERMAN]

Άντε γιατί με τα γιαπωνέζικα δεν βγάζω άκρη...και είμαι τόσο καλός σκιερ κατα τα άλλα...χοχοχοοχχιχιιχ

[p3tran]

το board του wiifit σε συνδιασμο με το γεγονος οτι το 'we ski' ΔΕΝ το βγαζει η nintendo, μου δημιουργουν ευχαριστες προσδοκιες.

 

ελπιζω να μην φαω ξενερωμα...

 

παρεπιπτοντως, αμα το αμερικανικο κυκλοφορησε στα γνωστα στεκια, δοκιμασατε να το κανετε μετατροπη σε pal?

καπου ειχα διαβασει οτι αυτα γινονται πια.. καποιος?

[panther_512]

Στους μαύρους γάτους η αμερικάνικη έκδοση δεν έχει κυκλοφορήσει ακόμα.

[Evangelos Anagnostou]

Να ευχαριστήσουμε και τον kostacurtas για τον καταιγισμό ειδήσεων που προσφέρει στο thread!