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Microsoft E3 2012 Press Conference Live Blog (Updated with photos from the event!)

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June 5, 2012

In about a half hour, the Microsoft E3 2012 conference will be starting. This is the live blog, where you will be kept up to date with the conference. In addition to that, you can have a say while the conference is running in the comment section below. Maybe you have a prediction, or just want to say hi. Speaking of predictions, Capsule Computers have their own predictions with Microsoft’s E3 conference, which you can check out here. For our coverage of the event itself and other conferences, then follow this link.

This will be an old-fashioned blog, so a refresh every now and again is necessary. Enjoy!

Videos of all performances and trailers will be up on this site soon. Updates and news will be filtering out through the day. Keep it locked.

10:45am PST: Call of Duty Black Ops 2 is shown off with a huge video and gameplay demo. DLC will, of course, be coming to the Xbox 360 first.

10:40am PST: Dance Central 3 is revealed with an Usher performance. Video will be coming soon!

1038am PST: New South Park game showcases customizable characters. March 5, 2013 release date. Trey Parker and Matt Stone are onstage!!

10:36am PST: Wreckateer is a new Kinect game for Xbox. Destroy a castle using canons in this cartoony game.

10:34am PST: Resident Evil 6 gameplay demo currently onstage. First DLC will be exclusive to the Xbox 360.

10:33am PST: Matter is another exclusive Xbox 360 title from the Director of Pirates of the Caribbean.

10:32am PST: Twisted Pixel’s new game is coming in March 2013. Named Lococycle. Xbox exclusive.

10:30am PST: Ascend New Gods is a new franchise coming exclusively to Xbox 360.

10:25am PST: Tomb Raider demo onstage now. First piece of DLC will be exclusive to Xbox 360.

10:20am PST: Windows 8 will have XBL and Smart Glass.

10:16am PST: Smart Glass turns the WP7 into an Xbox/TV remote. Internet Explorer coming to Xbox 360 with Kinect integration! Will be able to use your phone and tablet like a mouse and keyboard via Smart Glass. Coming this Fall.

10:15am PST: Smart Glass will also ingrate with video games, like Halo and Madden.

10:12am PST: Xbox 360 will be transformed into a Media Center Hub via Smart Glass. Phone and tablet support. Very similar to AirPlay. Smart devices will supplement movies and TV shows when being watched on the big screen. Can start watching on one device and resume on another.

10:11am PST: Xbox Smart Glass being revealed.

10:10am PST: Holiday 2012 release date

10:09am PST: Nike+ will integrate with Xbox Live friends list and WP7 and will motivate you to “be the athlete you always wanted to be!” Yay.

10:08am PST: Nike+ Kinect Training coming to 360

10:07am PST: Microsoft partnering with Nike for new Kinect experience.

10:03am PST: Xbox Music launches with 30 million tracks. Coming to 360, Windows 8 and tablets/phones. Updated version of the Zune software?

10:02am: 24/7 ESPN will be available on XBL. MNF will be available!

10:01am: NBA and NHL Live coming to Xbox.

10am: Nickelodeon, Univsion, Paramount, and Machinma coming to XBL.

9:59am: 12 new countries/languages for Kinect Voice Recognition.

9:58am PST: Search by genre for Bing Search via Kinect Voice Control being demoed onstage

9:57am PST: Forza Horizon coming October 23, 2012.

9:55am PST: Gears of War Judgement coming 2013

9:54am PST: Gears of War trailer being played right now.

9:53am PST: Fable the Journey sizzle reel and release window for Holiday 2012 revealed.

9:52am PST: August 28 release date for Madden 13. Voice control for offense and defense.

9:51am PST: Gameplay demo for Madden being played by Joe Montana. TOUCHDOWN!

9:50am PST: Biggest Madden investments ever announced. Hall of Fame QB Joe Montana is onstage now!

9:48am PST: FIFA and Madden 13 to come with Kinect support via voice control.

9:47am PST: Spring 2013 launch date.

9:45am PST: Splinter Cell will be set in Afghanistan and Irag. Gruesome headshots and gory executions included.

9:43am PST: Kinect Voice Recognition will be included in Splinter Cell Blacklist!

9:40am PST: Splinter Cell Blacklist trailer currently playing.

9:38am PST: Sound effects and animations are amazing

9:37am PST The Forerunners are the confirmed new enemy for Halo 4. Cortana may be dying.

9:35am PST: New live action trailer for Halo 4! Gameplay demo currently underway. New enemies revealed. The Covenant are also back!

9:30am PST: It begins!

9:25am PST: 5 minutes to go.

9:15am PST: Waiting for the Microsoft Xbox 360 to start. 15 minutes to go!

Code of Princess confirmed for a North American release

Jahanzeb Khan

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June 4, 2012

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Just today Atlus USA confirmed that they will be fully localising the former Japanese exclusive Nintendo 3DS title, Code of Princess, and be releasing it in North America in the fall of 2012.

Code of Princess is a two dimensional beat ’em up with heavy role playing game elements. Players will progress through stages and brawl with numerous enemies, but it will feature a non-linear structure as players will be able to make choices along the way and build stats for their character. The game is actually quite similar to Guardian Heroes for the Sega Saturn, which recently received a HD port on Xbox Live Arcade.

Code of Princess is now available for pre-order, and customers who pre-order now will get a free artbook. You can check it out here.

Ridley Scott’s Prometheus Gets New TV Spots

Matthew Vella

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June 4, 2012

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To promote Ridley Scott’s Prometheus hitting cinemas this week, two brand new official TV Spots have appeared online.

These TV Spots feature a creepy version of the children’s song Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star and fans have pointed out it briefly references Alien Resurrection and even Dead Space. Directed by Ridley Scott (Alien, Blade Runner) the film follows a team of scientists and explorers on a distant world, where they search for answers about the beginnings of the human race.

Prometheus hits North American 3D, 2D and IMAX 3D theaters this Friday, June 8th so make sure to check it out as it’s sure to be out of this world! For now, you can watch the TV spots below.

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Zeno Clash II Announced by Atlus and Ace Team

Dustin Spencer

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June 4, 2012

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One very under the radar title from a couple of years ago is getting a full fledged sequel, all thanks to Atlus and Ace Team. Zeno Clash first hit the PC and XBLA in 2009, and was quite an interesting game as it was a first person brawler with a beautifully bizarre world and an engrossing story. Zeno Clash II looks to expand upon the first, opening up the land of Zenozoik completely with protagonist Ghat in tow.

This time around, it seems that “Father-Mother” (the hunchback-like creature from the first game) has been incarcerated, and it’s up to you (Ghat) and Rimat to save hi..her? So far, brand new locations, creature designs, and weaponry have been promised, along with a much more refined battle system that has a superior lock-on mechanic. Also included will be a drop in/drop out co-op system, adding a nice dash of multiplayer to an already impressive title.

Yes, it’s quite a surprise to see a sequel to the hidden gem, but fans of the first can celebrate as the much more ambitious Zeno Clash II will hit shelves in 2013 for the Xbox 360, PS3, and PC. Check out the shiny new teaser trailer below.

E3 2012 Rumour: Big Daddy In Playstation All-Stars

Joshua Spudic

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June 4, 2012

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Over on IGN, an interesting screenshot has raised some eyebrows in terms of what character may be heading to Playstation All-Stars Battle Royale. In what looks like an official Facebook post (and an accidental at that), Bioshock’s Big Daddy may be heading to the Sony brawler. In a poll, the question “Who will win this Battle Royale?” was asked and listed four characters. Colonel Radec, Kratos and Parappa The Rapper were listed and already confirmed. The four character listed happened to be Big Daddy. Another poll mentions Nathan Drake, but his inclusion is to be expected. The screengrab was done by Sergio Drake.

While Big Daddy’s inclusion is intriguing, if one examines the recent relationship between Irrational Games and Sony Computer Entertainment America, it may not come as a surprise to see Bioshock represented in the game. The original Bioshock will be included with Bioshock Infinite, as well as Move compatibility. The Playstation Vita will also be getting its own Bioshock game, although the game is on the back burner as Infinite is finishing development. While it can only be speculated, Sony should give an answer in their E3 media conference tomorrow, where more members of the roster should be revealed.

Don’t forget to join Capsule Computer’s Live Blog of Sony’s E3 media conference at 10:30am AEST on Tuesday June 5 (5:30pm PDT/8:30pm EDT Monday June 4), where you can have a say on the conference as it happens.

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E3 2012: Sony E3 Media Conference Live Blog

Joshua Spudic

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June 4, 2012

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On Monday June 4 (or Tuesday June 5 if you live in Australia), Sony will be the last of four media conferences of the day. This won’t deter Capsule Computers from covering the conference. This is the live blog, where you will be kept up to date with the conference. In addition to that, you can have a say while the conference is running in the comment section below. Maybe you have a prediction, or just want to say hi. Speaking of predictions, Capsule Computers have their own predictions with Sony’s E3 conference, which you can check out here. For our coverage of the event itself and other conferences, then follow this link.

The live blog will be conducted by myself and will start 30 minutes before Sony starts their conference. While the conference is running, I will offer my own opinions, hopefully on top of any opinions you may have. The blog will start at:

New Zealand – 12:30pm NZST Tuesday June 5
Australia – 10:30am AEST Tuesday June 5
United Kingdom – 1:30am BST Tuesday June 5
USA East – 8:30pm EDT Monday June 4
USA West – 5:30pm EDT Monday June 4

I do have to note that this will be an old fashion blog, so a refresh every now and again is necessary. Enjoy!

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10:38: Welcome to the Sony E3 Media Conference Live Blog. I am your host, Playstation Editor Joshua Spudic. We have 22 minutes before the start, so start your predictions.

10:44 – After the conference, don’t forget to check out out own reactions in out commentary, which will be posted soon. Only 15 minutes to go.

11:00 – We are about to begin.

11:06 – A massive gameplay montage is followed by Jack Tretton.

11:09 – David Cage of Quantum Dream is on the stage. Beyond is the next project. Ellen Page of Juno fame will be the main character. The story seems to follow this female character. Looks interesting.

11:21 – PS All Stars on stage. Vita version confirmed. Will involve cross play multiplayer.

11:28 – Drake and Big Daddy confirmed for appearance. Moving on, Tretton mentions a Playstation eco-system. Cross Controller LBP 2 DLC coming.

11:39 – Assassin’s Creed III: Liberation officially confirmed. Will feature first female assassin. The game will be sold separately as well as a bundle with Crystal White Wi-Fi Vita, 4GB Memory Cand and game.

11:45 – Assassin’s Creed III will be bundled with a PS3 and exclusive DLC, to be released when the game is released on October 30. Now it’s all about Far Cry 3.

11:53 – Andrew House takes the stage. Introduces Wonderbook, an interactive AR series of books brought to life via the Eye. One of the first books will be Book of Spells from J.K Rowling, It is an interactive spellbook. Coming Fall 2012.

12:08 – Playstation Suite renamed Playstation Mobile. HTC phones and tablets to be first non-Sony devices to be Playstation Certified. Now, God of War: Ascension is on stage.

12:17 – God of War: Ascensi0n is coming March 12, 2013.

12:20 – The Last of Us is now being shown. Great section of gameplay. Mix of action and survival horror.

12:32 – That is the end. Thanks for your company.

More Medium Hints Revealed

Matthew Vella

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June 4, 2012

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Here at Capsule Computers, we recently reported on how video game journalists were receiving weird phone calls & postcards prior to E3 about a game called medium, and this has led us to do some investigation.

Naturally, the first thing we did was send off an email, to which we got this strange reply:

Remember,
Follow the signs!
Your Medium
8+8

We wern’t alone in this either. Go Nintendo emailed the Medum website as well, only to get this bizarre message:

Enjoy your game!
You have only seen half so far.
This is all what I can tell you at this time.
Something big is coming 🙂

Thistheaveragegamer also got a similar reply:

Enjoy your game!
Something big is coming 🙂
Your Medium

Originally many reporters (including us) have been swept up in the confusion and mystery of all this viral marketing, mainly because in the faint voice mail many reporters received, it was difficult to distinguish if the word “Medium” was in fact “Medium” or rather “Wii U”. Some people have claimed this was sent out exclusively to Nintendo journalists only, but that is to be confirmed. Regardless, Medium has now been confirmed as a unique multi-platform experience unlike we’ve ever witnessed before, as revealed by an E3 email sent out to the press stating:

Medium
Completely new model of gameplay. New gender. The game is coming for WiiU or PSvita/PS3 and also for X360, iOS, Android and PC.

As you can see, even when being clear this title is still confusing.

The game’s developer has also been established, as the website for Medium appears to be owned by the developer Blooper Team, which primarily consists of members from the former development team Nibris, who focused on Nintendo DS and Wii titles. So it’d make sense if this was a Nintendo exclusive title if it wasn’t for this E3 email.

At the end of the day, this still sounds confusing as hell. How can a title being coming got WiiU or PSvita/PS3? And also for X360, iOS, Android and PC? That doesn’t make sense at all.

One thing is for certain: whatever Blooper reveals at E3 is certainly going to have my attention!

Resident Evil Portable and Metal Gear Solid Vita may be announced tomorrow

Travis Bruno

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June 4, 2012

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With Sony’s pre-E3 conference less than 24 hours away, and the big event only two days away there are hopefully going to be quite a lot of games announced for the PlayStation Vita. Now, interestingly enough, some retailers may have spilled the beans on at least two of Sony’s big announcements.

PlayAsia has placed a listing on their website for a Metal Gear Solid title on the Vita, which is not the HD Collection meant to be released next week, while Play.com has placed a listing on their site for a game called Resident Evil Portable. Now obviously these are both simply rumors at the moment, as neither listing provides any information about these titles, but we will likely know for sure in about 16 hours, so stay tuned!

ETHER VAPOR Remaster Release Date Announced

Benjamin Webb

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June 4, 2012

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ETHER VAPOR Remaster is the upcoming 2.75D action shooter for PC from developer edelweiss and publisher Nyu Media. The game promises arcade action while providing leading graphics and effects that will carry the genre of arcade shooters forward.

ETHER VAPOR Remaster follows the war of two nations, Caldea and Lydia, with an unknown pilot who pilots an unknown fighter aircraft that is able to slice through each nations forces. The story is centered around this pilot and learning about his secret firepower and mysterious agenda, all the while he cuts through enemy forces and massive bosses.

Here are the games features –

Multi-perspective 2.75D action covers vertical, horizontal & ¾ view scrolling, plus cinematic views!
Genre-leading graphics & effects!
7 sumptuous stages to clear, ranging from ocean airspace to the outer atmosphere!
Gatling, Winder and Lock-on weapons, each with a unique & powerful Charged Shot!
Boss Rush Mode and online leaderboards
Original Soundtrack available NOW for streaming and purchase from Bandcamp.com: http://edelweissjp.bandcamp.com

ETHER VAPOR Remaster is set for a June 29th launch for this year and will be available on Steam, Gamersgate, Gamestop and Gametap, as well as the Official Website. The game will be retailing for $7.99US and be sure to check out the Gameplay Trailer, embedded below. I’d recommend checking out the demo for more info.

End of Nations E3 2012 trailer released

J. Bradshaw

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June 4, 2012

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Trion has released their new E3 2012 trailer that promotes End of Nations. Plenty of in-game battles and features are detailed in the video, courtesy of 2 over the top commentators.

End of Nations is a free to play MMO real time strategy game that will be going through a PvP preview period this summer. It is scheduled to release in Autumn 2012. Register for the Beta by going to the official website here.

What do you think of End of Nations, or the trailer embedded below? Be sure to let us know your opinion in the comments section.