2K Games and Take-Two Interactive Software, announced today that the demo of BioShock is now available on Xbox LIVE Marketplace for the Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft. The BioShock Windows PC demo will be available for download later this month.
Developed by 2K development studios, 2K Boston and 2K Australia, BioShock is a highly anticipated first-person shooter that will be available exclusively on Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and Games For Windows in North America on August 21, 2007 and in Europe beginning August 24, 2007.
BioShock is a “genetically enhanced” first-person shooter that lets players do things never before possible in the genre - turn everything into a weapon, biologically modify your body with plasmids, hack devices and systems, upgrade weapons and craft new ammo variants, and experiment with different battle techniques.
The Xbox 360 demo introduces gamers to BioShock by inviting them to explore the world of Rapture, an underwater utopia torn apart by civil war. While immersed in the decaying art deco city, gamers can experiment with the various weapons and plasmids, as the captivating storyline unfolds. Caught between powerful forces and hunted down by genetically modified “splicers” and deadly security systems, players have to come to grips with a deadly, mysterious world filled with powerful technology and fascinating characters. No encounter ever plays out the same and no two gamers will play BioShock the same way.
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For the first time in video game history and on par with the scope of major movie releases, some of the world’s biggest consumer brands have aligned to support the launch. Many plan to offer a variety of promotions that give consumers the opportunity to obtain unique “Halo 3â€-branded products and prizes and participate in one-of-a-kind “Halo 3â€-themed events.
The Doctor says, “Congratulations! Its a 9 pound Baby Boy, would you like your limited edition copy of halo 3 or the regular one?”
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The World Cyber Games (WCG), the recognized blue chip leader for international video game competitions, today announced that Universal Orlando Resort is the official venue for the 2007 WCG USA Championship: National Final. From September 14th - 16th, America’s best gamers will square off in Universal Studios’ Soundstage # 33 on eleven (11) top video game titles for the chance to take home a share of more than $100,000 in cash and prizes. More importantly, twenty-two WCG USA National Final gold and silver medalists will earn coveted spots on TEAM USA, where they will compete against the world’s best players at the WCG 2007 Grand Final in Seattle, Washington this October 3rd - 7th (Opening ceremony is on 4th) for a prize purse in excess of half a million dollars and international e-Sports stardom. WCG USA finalists will enjoy the benefits of onsite accommodations at Universal’s Royal Pacific Resort, unlimited admission to the parks and express access to rides and attractions during their stay and access to special hotel and park rates for friends and family. In addition, all gaming fans will be able to access these special rates via a special joint promotion that will soon be available at www.worldcybergames.com/usa and www.universalorlando.com.
The road to the WCG 2007 Grand Final started all over the world earlier this year with Local Qualifiers in over 70 countries, where competitors faced off for spots in their country’s National Championship programs and similar chances to compete for spots with their national teams for the WCG 2007 Grand Final. WCG USA Online Qualifiers will be wrapped up in late July, with live Regional Qualifiers taking place at the following locations:
· WCG USA Atlantic Regional: Samsung Experience (8/4 - 8/5) New York, NY
· WCG USA North Regional: Net Heads (8/4 - 8/5) Indianapolis, IN
· WCG USA South Regional: Mug and Mouse (8/11 - 8/12) Frisco, TX
· WCG USA Pacific Regional: CG Centre (8/11 - 8/12) Irvine, CA
Spectators are invited to witness a who’s who of video gaming’s most talented players as they battle it out at the biggest games on Xbox 360 and PC. In addition, gaming fans and players attending the WCG USA Regional Qualifiers and National Final should be on the look out for the World Cyber Games Circuit City Tour. Circuit City, Samsung and Microsoft, have teamed up to create the ultimate gaming dream machines: Two state-of-the-art motor coaches, decked out with the hottest Xbox and Samsung gaming gear will travel to all six of the WCG’s USA-based live events, starting with all four WCG USA Live Regional Qualifiers.
Just prior to the Live Regionals, special mini-tournaments in certain games, held “right on the bus” at local Circuit City stores on August 2nd - 3rd and 9th - 10th in the WCG USA regional markets will award last chance “wild card” WCG USA berths into the corresponding live regional events. The WCG Tour motor coaches will also be heading to the WCG USA National Final in Orlando and the WCG 2007 Grand Final in Seattle. The tour will make at least 28 stops along the way at Circuit City stores in various WCG event markets. For more information on the WCG Circuit City Tour and a list of eligible wild card games, visit www.circuitcity.com/wcg. Plus check out our live forum on July 29th to chat with gamer/blogger “TriXie” from Xbox live’s TriXie tells all and “MrMilo”, a current WCG champion. You’ll learn what it takes to be a pro gamer and how to get involved in competitions.
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Xbox on July 2nd, 2007
KOEI, today announced that Fatal Inertia is scheduled to ship to North American retailers on September 11, 2007 for Xbox 360™ video game and entertainment system from Microsoft. Fatal Inertia is the debut title from KOEI’s Toronto-based development studio, KOEI Canada. The team is led by Producer Takazumi Tomoike, creator of the Dynasty Warriors series, and KOEI Co-Founder and Chief Advisor Yoichi Erikawa, who under the pen name Kou Shibusawa is regarded as one of the world’s top video game designers.
About Fatal Inertia
In the middle of the 22nd century mankind’s thirst for excitement has spawned an evolutionary sporting event that draws from the combined disciplines of rally racing, demolition derby and high-performance aeronautics. In this brave new world of combat racing, gravity-defying machines are no longer confined to the speedways and stadiums of centuries past. In this grand spectacle of racing, the amphitheatre where drivers must prove their superiority is the untamed wilderness.
Through harsh environments spanning dense rainforests to immense glacier fields, and canyons of razor-sharp rock there is little room for error as drivers will reach speeds of over 500 mph. But Fatal Inertia is not merely a test of speed. The brave men and women who choose to compete must face the mental and physical punishment of low-altitude combat maneuvering.
In Fatal Inertia each craft will be armed with a unique array of unconventional weapons that manipulate velocity, force and even time. Explosive magnets that impact racecraft stability and rockets that can counter thrust and velocity are just some of the dangers drivers must face. But with each racecraft hovering just a few feet from the earth, any misguided attempts to evade or dislodge these weapons can result in total (if not fatal) disaster.
Powered by the award-winning Unreal® Engine 3 from Epic Games, Fatal Inertia boasts fast-paced single and online multiplayer experiences, eight racing series, six distinct racing environments, plus full racecraft customization. Fatal Inertia delivers a glimpse into the future of racing in stunning 720p HDTV and in game Dolby® Digital audio.
