Valve had previously stated that Portal 2 wouldn’t be shown at E3. Well, Portal 2 did appear at E3, but during Sony’s press conference!The game looks like valve is taking the Portal game much farther, and their ambition shows. The 2011 release date on the other hand, isn’t so nice.
By the looks of it, Portal 2 will definitely release on PS3 and probably on Xbox360 and PC through Steam.
There is also word that the PS3 version of Portal 2 will be better, but this is probably only based in the graphics and that really isn’t a big surprise. The PS3 always has better graphics in their games.
Gameloft and digital gaming are two things that works really well, so if you have access to a iPhone, iPad, DSiWare or the PlayStation Network, you can easily find something interesting on their E3 line-up! Check it out:
iPhone
– Hero of Sparta II– The highly anticipated sequel finally arrives on iPhone. The hero Argos returns to his home in Sparta only to discover that he is has brought with him a curse that spreads death and ruin to his homeland. It’s the beginning of a new odyssey that will take Argos on a perilous journey to save his kingdom and restore peace.
– Let’s Golf! 2 – A colorful and light-hearted arcade game that is fun for the whole family. Features 8 customizable characters sporting unique superpowers, 108 holes to choose from in 6 locations and online multiplayer. Available July 2010.
– Dungeon Hunter II – The epic RPG returns to iPhone with new online co-op multiplayer mode. Immerse yourself in the dark medieval atmosphere with improved 3D graphics.
– Ultimate Spider-Man: Total Mayhem – The only Spider-Man game for iPhone. Play as Spider-Man, the world’s favorite superhero in an adventure influenced by the latest Ultimate Spider-Man comics. Available Summer 2010.
iPad
– Tom Clancy’s Splinter Cell Conviction™ HD – Your morals. Your game. Sam is back and he’s on a mission to find who killed his daughter. Enhanced for the iPad, the game features improved field of depth, advanced stealth gameplay and frantic hand-to-hand combat. Available end of June 2010.
– Prince of Persia: Warrior Within™ HD – Features the original 12 chapters from the console version, optimized for the iPad. An explosive mix of intense fighting sequences and gripping gameplay. Available Summer 2010.
– Hero of Sparta II HD – Optimized for the iPad, play this sequel of the award-winning game with fully polished 3D graphics, a larger screen and customizable controls.
– Blokus™ HD – The award-winning hit board game from Mattel on the iPad. Engage your mind and competitive spirit. A board game that features up to 4 players each with 21 blocks of a specific color. The goal is to strategically get all of your blocks on the board. Available June 2010.
– The Settlers HD – Ensure the development of a colony by managing the allocation of resources, tools, construction, etc. Use real-time strategy and management to build a thriving city. Available July 2010.
DSiWare
– Crystal Monsters – There are two kinds of people in the world- those who can see monsters, called New Humans- and those who can’t. Set off on an adventure as a New Human to battle monsters in tournaments and ultimately become champion Monster Battler. Available July 2010.
– Soul of Darkness – Enter a fascinating gothic world as Kale, a mysterious and powerful man who aims to save his beloved’s life. Journey through dark woods, huge cathedrals and castles in order to uncover the secrets in the Soul of Darkness. Available Summer 2010.
PlayStation Network
– Dungeon Hunter: Alliance – An epic quest set in a dark fantasy world that you can revisit in intense multiplayer mode, local or online with up to 4 players. Features stunning animation and a realistic medieval environment. Available Fall 2010.
Things on Wheels has been updated with one new achievement for 20 gamerscore. This achievement is connected one of two DLC packs coming soon to the marketplace. According to the developer of ToW, both packs are complete and undergoing certification by Microsoft. No other information on the DLC is available.
The Achievement~~
ToW Night20– Win race ‘RC master’ with the ‘Red lantern’ rule and 7 A.I.
So today at E3 we heard a huge announcement by Sony, that Gran Turismo 5 is finally going to be arriving on shelves!!! Not only that but now the game’s official website has updated to show a Collectors Edition! More about that later. The biggest news is that Gran Turismo 5 will be released on November 2nd, 2010! Plus it will be one of Sony’s 3D supported games, so expect some big things from GT 5.
Now back to that Collector’s Edition, it will be including:
Gran Turismo® 5 game
Exclusive limited edition 1:43 scale diecast 2009 Nissan GT-R Spec V with custom Gran Turismo livery designed by Polyphony Digital, produced by well-known collectible car maker Kyosho
In-depth 300-page car-lover’s guide written by the experts at Polyphony Digital, covering everything from the history of the modern automobile to driving techniques and game reference material
Custom etched Gran Turismo key chain
Voucher for five (5) exclusive high-end cars with custom Gran Turismo livery and performance upgrades
Numbered certificate of authenticity
Custom collector’s packaging
Here is a close up of the diecast car model:
If you so happen to want this edition of the highly anticipated GT 5, then the current price is $99.99 SRP. After waiting for so many years people will definitely be grabbing these up very fast, so if you wish to have one pre-order now because Sony is saying this edition is in limited supply.
The Overlord DLC for Mass Effect 2 that was released today has added two new achievements for a total of 25g. These new achievements bring the total up to 1055.
“Keep a powerful hybrid VI intelligence – and the geth it has unleashed upon a planet – from wreaking havoc across the galaxy! “Overlord” includes 5 new levels, exciting ground combat and Hammerhead missions, and all-new achievements! Download “Overlord” now!” [Via Xbox.com]
Pac-Man returns in two new games this year, one for the XBLA and PSN, and one for the Wii:
PAC-MAN Championship Edition DX (XBLA/PSN)
The follow-up to the 2007 award winning title,the game bolsters the beloved arcade formula by offering even more sophisticated mazes, modes, and enhancements. It’ll be a celebration for fanatics and a new generation of players alike when PAC-MAN Championship Edition DX is available this fall.
PAC-MAN Championship Edition DX continues to uphold NAMCO BANDAI’s tradition of enhancing a classic franchise for today’s gamer. Building upon PAC-MAN Championship Edition’s original six courses, the new game features more than 100 varied and mind-boggling mazes to navigate. Several new modes will also be available to test a player’s pellet-munching aptitude. In Time Attack Mode, players will vie for the quickest clear time. Fulfill a series of objectives in Mission Mode or compete to devour the most number of ghosts gobbled in Ghost Mode.
With brand new visual variations and music, plus all the great features found in the first PAC-MAN Championship Edition including mazes that dynamically change shape during gameplay, PAC-MAN Championship Edition DX is a game worthy of the rotund hero’s 30th birthday.
PAC-MAN Party (Wii)
PAC-MAN Party combines traditional franchise elements with multiplayer sensibilities to bring a dynamic party game filled with zany mini-games and challenges. Utilizing the Wii Remote™, the game’s easy to pick-up-and-play controls will have players using their skills and reflexes to compete against one another as they move about several unique virtual game boards. PAC-MAN Party is scheduled to be released throughout North America this fall.
With more than 45 exciting mini-games, PAC-MAN Party provides a rewarding and challenging social gaming experience regardless of skill level. From the time-based trials of rolling a giant snowball and knocking your friends off a mountain top, to adventures that require more precision and endurance, players will be fully engaged as they use the Wii Remote’s motion, pointing and button control capabilities.
So what is all about Nintendo has finally lifted its lid on the new handheld the 3DS, It has two cameras just like the DSi and yes pictures can be taken in 3D with adjustable slider to determine the level of 3D. The 3DS has two screens a large 3D screen and a touch panel (this is not 3D). The upper screen measures 3.5 inch wide-screen display and shows full 3D without the need for any special glasses. This could be a good key selling point for Nintendo and retailers for the device not needing glasses.
The 3DS also boasts improved graphics which see the DS being brought right up to date in to the games market and also has several new control mechanisms which now includes a analogue stick and reports of a Motion Sensor and Gyro Sensor a mechanism which supports accurate rotation. The device will be backwards compatible with the DSi. Other features include the wi-fi connection will automatically be switched on which will feed data and updates to players around the world and is still free to use.
The first game that was showcased at the E3’s Nintendo briefing for the new 3DS was Kid Icarus Uprising. The last Kid Icarus was released over 25 years ago, and now it will feature exclusively on the 3DS. Other titles which are under development for the 3DS include DJ Hero 3D, Saints Row: Drive-By, Resident Evil Revelations, Batman, Assassin’s Creed Lost Legacy and Metal Gear Solid. Check out the full list here.
Nintendo have yet to release any pricing or release date for the 3DS but it looks to be scheduled for a release date sometime late 2010.
What if you were on the opposite side of the spectrum in Gears of War 2’s horde mode? Epic Games will be bringing about that experience in the brand new online game mode called Beast Mode for Gears of War 3. Instead of playing as the fearless COG soldiers, you instead will be playing as the deadly Locusts. Not just normal Locusts either, you can play anywhere from a Bezerker with a shield, to the easy to kill but explosive Ticker.
Much like in horde mode you will have a selection of maps to choose from, but instead of fighting against waves of Locusts that come from all directions you will instead be trying to murder all of the COG soldiers that have barricaded and entrenched themselves against your assault.
What if your a Ticker though? Your job is basically a suicide bomber? Well that is all good as well because instead of having only one life, players will instead gain tokens for killing soldiers and then used to re-spawn when you die. Of course it means game over when you run out of tokens but that means all you have to do is kill more than you die.
Much like other popular online franchises though, you will not have full access to every class right off of the bat. Much like the class systems in Call of Duty, you will be able to select stronger versions of the Locust horde the higher level you will obtain. This means that at the start you will likely be playing as a normal grunt and a few of the weaker classes. Then while you level up you can instead gain access to the Bezerker, Cantus, and even a Blood Mount Rider.
