WiiWare, XBLA and PSN Thread

[BreakABone]

This is a thread to discuss all those little games that don't make it to retail. The Unsung heroes of this generation.

With that said, some announcements from today.
Diner Dash- All 3

As if no one seen this coming? One of the most memorable, fan-favorite indie games of all time is finally coming to Xbox Live Arcade, PlayStation Network and the WiiWare platform. I’m actually somewhat shocked it took this long to get the game on the big-three’s online arcade platforms.

“We’re delighted to bring Flo and Diner Dash to new gen consoles for the first time,” said Sabine Duvall, Vice President of Product Development at Hudson Entertainment. “Players have fallen in love with the award-winning series because of its quirky characters and fast-paced fun.”

The real kicker is that Diner Dash for the new consoles will be in 3D! Whoa, bet you didn’t see that one coming? The game will still maintain its fast-paced, arcade-style gameplay and casual-friendly approach. The game will also sport some new multiplayer features, including 1-on-1 head-to-head bouts and team modes sporting up to 8 players. The game is due to hit the respective platforms this summer.

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Water Warfare- WiiWare
HUDSON ENTERTAINMENT SPLASHES UP GOOD, CLEAN FUN THIS SUMMER WITH "FIRST PERSON SOAKER" VIDEOGAME, WATER WARFARE
Wii Owners get Drenched with this Downloadable title as they try to keep Cool in Water Warfare

San Mateo, Calif. – March 23, 2009 – Wii™ owners will have a new way to beat the heat this summer as Hudson Entertainment splashes up Water Warfare, a “first person soaker” videogame, exclusively downloadable for WiiWare™. The family-friendly “soaker” is set to be published by Hudson Entertainment, the North and South American publishing arm of HUDSON SOFT. The game has been rated E10+ for Everybody 10+ by the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB).

“Water Warfare is the perfect summer videogame to beat the heat.” said Sabine Duvall, Vice President of Product Development at Hudson Entertainment. “It’s easy to download and play this ‘first person soaker’ – just get your squirt gun ready and go for it!”

In Water Warfare, players go head to head or team up as they run around playgrounds and beaches to drench each other with squirt guns. They’ll be able to protect themselves with, what else, raincoats, towels and more. There are other items, like the umbrella, which can attack and defend at the same time! With different types of squirt guns, pick-up items, offline and eight player online multiplayer, there’s tons of squirt gun fun to be had. Throughout the game, players use the Nunchuk™ to control movement, aim using the Wii Remote™, and can load up on different squirt guns, such as shotguns and rocket launchers, to soak their opponents.
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Military Madness Nectaris- All 3
Hudson Entertainment to Recruit Soldiers for New Generation of Military Madness
Classic TurboGrafx-16 Strategy Game Returns to Digital Download Platforms with Updated Features and Gameplay

San Mateo, Calif. – March 23, 2009 – Ten-hut! Military Madness, the classic turn-based strategy game published by Hudson Entertainment, the North and South American publishing arm of HUDSON SOFT, is coming to Xbox LIVE® Arcade for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, PlayStation®Network, and WiiWare™. This new version of the strategic combat simulation game includes an all-new graphical barrage, a regiment of new units, online co-op and vs. multiplayer and a platoon of other new features. Due to be ready for deployment this summer, Military Madness has been rated T for Teen by the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB).

“Since its original release on TurboGrafx-16 in 1989, Military Madness has stood the test of time as one of the longest-lived turn-based strategy games in history,” said Sabine Duvall, Vice President of Product Development at Hudson Entertainment. “The new Military Madness will give fans of the original a modern version of this classic strategy game, while gamers new to the series will get to enjoy being armchair generals for the first time.”

With new features such as the commander unit, four person online multiplayer gaming and a 3D view of the battlefield, Miltary Madness has been modernized to meet the needs of today’s gamer without straying from the strategic elements that earned the original version awards for the “Best Military Strategy Game” and “Best War Game” within a year of its release. For those who want to know who is the “best of the best”, detailed stat-tracking leaderboards can be reviewed online.

http://www.xbox.com/en-US/games/u/unorushxboxlivearcade/
Uno Rush- XBLA

[Fyacin]

I can never keep on these small releases, I approve this thread.

[Dyne]

Outrun Online Arcade is due out any time now. (PSN only in Europe and XBLA only in NA. Wtf.)

Same with Virtua On - XBLA. Giant robot fighting action! Also brought to you by Sega.

[BreakABone]

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Fez
Platform unknown.

[BreakABone]

http://www.viddler.com/explore/Joystiq/videos/734/

Banjo Tooie teaser

[Angrist]

Majora's Mask is out on Wii VC!!!! Or at least in Europe.

Unfortunately I already own it twice and I'm not going to buy another one.

[Dyne]

Hahaha. They finally fixed Stop n Swop. Very nice.

[BreakABone]

Majora's Mask finally hits the North American Virtual Console as the 300th game.

[Angrist]

Congrats. :) Excellent game, everybody who missed out on it should definitely play it.

[BreakABone]

Perfect Dark XBLA

XBLA

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Original

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XBLA

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Original

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[Bond]

Awesome. XBLA just keeps improving.

[BreakABone]

I thought Perfect Dark was gonna be out by the end of August. Guess that wasn't right. :confused:

Also Serious Sam HD remake for XBLA/PSN, I believe.

Just curious how many downloaded games people actually have here?

[Angrist]

I have 2: Lost Winds and World of Goo. I'm thinking about getting another one... but not sure which one. Tetris Party sounds nice, but I doubt it will keep me entertained that long.
Any tips? Wii only of course.

[Fox 6]

man forgot how ugly Perfect Dark was on 64 hahaha

[magus113]

I have a few. Mostly on the Wii actually with the VC stuff. On PS3 I have Super Stardust HD, Street Fighter 2 HD remix, I think one of the MKs, Flower, and I think that's it.

360 I have Banjo-Kazooie, Marble Blast I think it is?, I really really can't remember.

[Jonbo298]

I thought Perfect Dark was gonna be out by the end of August. Guess that wasn't right. :confused:


Winter '09 last I heard. Man, the PD 'remake' is definitely looking good. The Skedar are much more detailed then I was expecting but not complaining. Definite Day 1 purchase for me moreso then it already was just hearing they were remaking it for XBLA.

[BreakABone]

Contra Rebirth is out on WiiWare this friday for Europe and on Monday for North America.

[BreakABone]

Zombies Attack My Neighbor was released on VC today.
There was the new Excitebike announcement, and now
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Castlevania Rebirth footage

[Angrist]

He is uglier than the singer of 3 Doors Down. Brat something.

[BreakABone]

After some 3 years, Nintendo is slowly catching up, today is the first set of demos for Wiiware titles, and I believe out in Europe and Japan.

Here are the 5 demos out today
Pokémon Rumble
Publisher: Nintendo

BIT.TRIP BEAT Demo
Publisher: Aksys Games

FINAL FANTASY CRYSTAL CHRONICLES: My Life as a Darklord Demo
Publisher: SQUARE ENIX

NyxQuest: Kindred Spirits Demo
Publisher: Over The Top Games

World of Goo Demo
Publisher: 2D BOY

[Angrist]

I'll try them, hopefully tomorrow.

[Angrist]

Where did you read about the demos of WoG and Pokémon Rumble? Because I don't see them here in Europe.

The other demos are nice. FF a bit slow. Bit Trip Void is reallly fun, but I'm not sure if I'll pick it up. NyxQuest is pretty, but I fear it might get boring.

[Angrist]

Ah, just today they added the Pokémon Rumble and World of Goo demos. :) Tried Pokémon, but it was pretty boring. I already own WoG, so I didn't download the demo.

[BreakABone]

http://maxandthemagicmarker.com/demo/

Demo for Max and the Magic Marker, pretty fun game.
Shall be picking it up.

[Angrist]

Interesting, a webbased demo for a Wii game. I like it. :)
But I can't play it because this university PC doesn't have the plugin.

In other WiiWare demo news:
I really considered getting Bit Trip Beat because I love the demo. Then I found out the demo accounts for almost 1/3 of the game. Too short! :(

[BreakABone]

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BattleBlock Theater

From the makers of Castle Crashers and Alien Hominid.

[Angrist]

Looks nice, but what platforms is it on?

[Fox 6]

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BattleBlock Theater

From the makers of Castle Crashers and Alien Hominid.

Looks like a 2d Smash / plat-forming ? Anymore info?

And Behemoth games are usually violent and adult themed, so I am guessing 360 / PS3

[BreakABone]

Ignoring the violent and adult themed comment, it is only for XBLA. Like all of their release I believe.

http://www.destructoid.com/mr-destructoid-returns-to-videogames-in-raskulls--162325.phtml

Mr. Destructoid in Raskulls... don't think title, but looks cool

[BreakABone]

A new Blaster Master, awesome.


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[Angrist]

I saw a trailer for a cool balance game, made by the Nanostray guys.
Here it is.

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I might get it for 800 points.

[BreakABone]

Xbox 360 owners will have a bit more of a reason to join their upcoming Block Party promotion. While the March initiative is primarily focused on the releases of Toy Soldiers (March 3rd), Scrap Metal (March 10th), Perfect Dark (March 17th), and Game Room (March 24th), Microsoft has also announced that gamers who purchase all 4 titles will receive a 400 MS Point rebate, and Xbox Live Gold members will see an additional month added to their subscription as well. Finally, the weekend following the release of Game Room, all Xbox Live Silver members will be treated to a free multiplayer weekend on Xbox Live for all Block Party titles. Microsoft provided this information with the caveat that all Xbox Live Arcade release dates are subject to change without notice, but we're pretty confident that you'll actually be able to deploy those suitcase guns this time around.

http://news.teamxbox.com/xbox/22154/Microsoft-Announces-Block-Party-Promotions/

Microsoft Block Party

And while its not mentioned here, Megaman 10 is March 31st for XBLA.

Xbox LIVE Block Party details and dates


Earlier this month at the X10 Media event, we announced the upcoming Xbox LIVE Arcade Block Party* promotion. Today we’re announcing additional promotion details and the release schedule1



March 3rd: Toy Soldiers -1200 points
March 10: Scrap Metal – 1200 points

March 17: Perfect Dark – 800 points

March 24: Game Room – Free to download. Individual games will cost 240 to 400 points



Plus: When you purchase all three Block Party titles and download the free Game Room app you’ll receive 400 Microsoft Points back to your account**! And if you’re an Xbox LIVE Gold Members you’ll also get an extra month of Gold absolutely free**!



And from Noon ET Friday, March 26, – Noon ET Monday, March 29 Block Party is making it easy for you to play together with an Xbox LIVE Multiplayer Unlock weekend! For this weekend only, we’re unlocking the online multiplayer features of all Block Party titles for Xbox LIVE Silver Members to play for free (games sold separately).



1This is the current release schedule for Block Party titles. As with everything game release related, dates are subject to change.



*Depending on your region, you may see this promotion called House party. The above information applies.

[BreakABone]

Kick-Ass the Game

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Not the class jock? Or the class geek? How about the class clown or class genius? No? Maybe you’re just a comic book fan… a normal guy who one day puts on a superhero costume and then….gets your ass kicked. But that doesn’t stop you. Neither does the fact that you have no superpowers! The only thing that matters is that there are a bunch of tools out there who deserve to get THEIR asses kicked!! And you might end up saving some lives in the process.


• 3 playable characters (Kick-Ass, Big Daddy and Hit Girl)
• 8 missions with multiple environments, bosses and mini-bosses
• Facebook integration and Facebook missions
• Frantic superhero action!
• Environment Interaction and Finishers
• Multiplayer Local Co-op
• Sub-missions and mini-games!

Available on the - Playstation Network, iPhone & iTouch!

KICK SOME ASS ON 4.15.10

[BreakABone]

See how long this will last, but shall try and update with new releases on Mon (WiiWare/VC), Wedn (XBLA) and Thurs (PSN)

Notable for Wii this week is
Max and the Magic Marker, which is a game I've been looking forward to for some time. (And already bought.) Thus far its a pretty novel platformer, though what you can do is pretty basic so far.

And FF 2 on Virtual Console, Moogle can probably tell you which FF this is, though I believe its 4.

NINTENDO DOWNLOAD: WITH FANTASY GAMES THIS GOOD, WHY SETTLE FOR REALITY?

March 8, 2010

Sometimes realism is overrated. Don't we all need a regular jolt of fantasy to keep our imaginations alive and kicking? For Wii™ owners, this week's new game lineup is set to deliver exactly that. Max & the Magic Marker for the WiiWare™ service imagines what would happen if your own artistic creation turned against you, while the Virtual Console™ service features a big dose of otherworldly action with the classic FINAL FANTASY® II. Browse all the latest downloadable games for the Wii and Nintendo DSi™ systems to help keep your imagination fueled to the max.

We've also got some free bonus inspiration for you this week: At last September's Penny Arcade Expo, Nintendo invited professional artists to create one-of-a-kind animations using the Flipnote Studio™ application for the Nintendo DSi system. The results are now online and ready for viewing at the Flipnote Hatena site (http://flipnote.hatena.com), including cool clips from top comic artists like Eric Jones, Christina Strain and Mike Choi. Check them out and treat your brain to extra helpings of creative juice.

WiiWare

Max & the Magic Marker
Publisher: Press Play
Players: 1
ESRB Rating: E (Everyone) - Comic Mischief
Price: 1,000 Wii Points™
Description: One day Max gets a mysterious marker in the mail. Not knowing better, the first thing he draws is a wacky, purple monster. As soon as the marker leaves the paper, the monster comes to life and jumps off the paper and into another drawing. With the monster on the loose and messing with Max's drawings, Max has no choice but to go after it. Armed with the magic marker, you must help Max track the monster through 15 inventive and challenging levels. You'll need more than good will and quick reflexes to tackle the challenges ahead. Draw freely inside the game to help Max defeat enemies, overcome obstacles and solve puzzles. As you draw stairs, seesaws, balloons, surfboards and whatever else you can think of, your creations will interact with the physical environment, making every session unique.

Dracula - Undead Awakening
Publisher: Chillingo
Players: 1
ESRB Rating: T (Teen) - Fantasy Violence
Price: 1,000 Wii Points
Description: Are you a vampire hunter? Are you ready to battle legions of undead foes including zombies, ghouls and werewolves? You'll need to wield an arsenal of powerful weaponry while using your skill and intelligence. Uncover devastating firepower - machine guns, buzz-saws, flamethrowers and more - and choose upgrades for them as well as unique new perks for your character as your enemies increase in number and ferocity. You're a tough customer, but beware - Lord Dracula is always on the hunt, and you are his prey. Enemies in Dracula have one thing in common: Undead, lycanthrope or mutant, they're all after your flesh.

Virtual Console

FINAL FANTASY II
Original platform: Super NES™
Publisher: Square Enix
Players: 1
ESRB Rating: E (Everyone) - Mild Fantasy Violence, Mild Suggestive Themes
Price: 800 Wii Points
Description: Follow the dark knight Cecil - Lord Captain of Baron's elite force, the Red Wings - as he embarks on a fateful journey riddled with trials, betrayals, friendship, loss and self-discovery. Plagued with uncertainty over his monarch's motives, can Cecil turn away from the path of darkness and destruction?

Nintendo DSiWare™

Elemental Masters
Publisher: lbxgames
Players: 1-2
ESRB Rating: T (Teen) - Animated Blood, Mild Fantasy Violence, Mild Suggestive Themes
Price: 800 Nintendo DSi Points™
Description: In this fantasy card game, stand your ground in a quest filled with magic and adventure, and experience a thrilling combination of strategy and role-playing. Choose your character, build up your army in your card deck and fight the mystical creatures of Elendior. With thoughtful use of your cards, you'll obtain the monsters of your enemy and support your attacks by using arcane spells and the rules of dark magic. Dive into this captivating story in the quest mode or duel with your friends in multiplayer mode. More than 100 creatures in numerous maps are waiting for you.

4 TRAVELLERS™ - Play Spanish
Publisher: AGENIUS Interactive
Players: 1-4
ESRB Rating: E (Everyone)
Price: 800 Nintendo DSi Points
Description: Whether played alone or together with friends, 4 TRAVELLERS can teach you new words in Spanish. The game is suitable for both young and old, and no previous knowledge is necessary. The more you play, the more your Spanish vocabulary increases. You can also play and learn with the game's unique learning mode. The game is perfect to bring on your trip, with more than 240 carefully selected words included specifically for this occasion.

Dracula - Undead Awakening
Publisher: Chillingo
Players: 1
ESRB Rating: T (Teen) - Fantasy Violence
Price: 500 Nintendo DSi Points
Description: Are you a vampire hunter? Are you ready to battle legions of undead foes including zombies, ghouls and werewolves? You'll need to wield an arsenal of powerful weaponry while using your skill and intelligence. Uncover devastating firepower - machine guns, buzz-saws, flamethrowers and more - and choose upgrades for them as well as unique new perks for your character as your enemies increase in number and ferocity. You're a tough customer, but beware - Lord Dracula is always on the hunt, and you are his prey. Enemies in Dracula have one thing in common: Undead, lycanthrope or mutant, they're all after your flesh.

Flips: The Bubonic Builders
Publisher: Electronic Arts
Players: 1
ESRB Rating: Not Rated
Price: 500 Nintendo DSi Points
Description: Flips Interactive Books are the fun new way for kids to read. The builders are in to replace the girls' toilet block, but they're more interested in cups of tea and instant noodle snacks than doing any work. James suspects foul play, but Alexander and Lenny are doubtful until a strange accident hammers the truth home. How will the three friends stop St. Sebastian's from being reduced to rubble?

Nintendo adds new titles to the Nintendo DSi Shop and the Wii Shop Channel at 9 a.m. Pacific time on Mondays. Users with broadband Internet access can redeem Wii Points or Nintendo DSi Points to download the games. Wii Points can be purchased in the Wii Shop Channel. Nintendo DSi Points can be purchased in the Nintendo DSi Shop. A Nintendo Points Card™ can be purchased at retail locations. All points from one Nintendo Points Card must be redeemed in either the Nintendo DSi Shop or the Wii Shop Channel. They are not transferable and cannot be divided between the two systems.

Remember that both Wii and Nintendo DSi feature parental controls that let adults manage the content their children can access. For more information about this and other features, visit Wii.com or NintendoDSi.com.

[BreakABone]

I know this focuses more on the 3 home consoles, but figured would bump since Nintendo released Photo Dojo today for free in the States until early June.

I can't explain the game, so here's a trailer.

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[BreakABone]

So anyhow, in order to overcome my gaming rut, I've decided to try out some arcade titles.

So looking for some suggestions.
I most likely will be getting Castlevania for XBLA
So looking mostly for WiiWare and PSN stuff, though will take XBLA.
Still need Shadow Complex