Follow-up to Smash-Hit RPG Coming to Wii in Europe and PAL Regions this Autumn 2009, with Exclusive New Content
CERGY-PONTOISE, FRANCE – 22 April 2009 – NAMCO BANDAI Games Europe today announced that role-playing title Tales of Symphonia™: Dawn of the New World is heading to Europe and PAL regions this autumn 2009 with exclusive new content. Only on Wii™, the game continues the story of the best-selling Tales of Symphonia™ for Nintendo GameCube™, while introducing a new monster collection system that lets players capture, evolve and do battle with more than 200 monsters alongside a huge cast of new and returning characters.
Set two years after the events of the award-winning Tales of Symphonia, Dawn of the New World introduces two new young heroes, Emil Castagnier and Marta Lualdi, as they journey to find the cause of a catastrophic change in their world. Crossing paths with fan-favourite characters such as Lloyd, Colette and Sheena, the brave adventurers will also encounter a spirit known as Ratatosk, lord of all monsters, who will grant them new and incredible powers over the fearsome creatures that now roam the land.

Monster Hunter 3 (tri-): Confirmed Weapons Categories

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As any Monster Hunter fan knows, the game contains a variety of weapons divided into different weapon categories. The following are the confirmed weapon categories for the upcoming Monster Hunter 3 (tri-).

– Small Sword
– Lance
– Hammer
– Bowgun (with 3 customizable parts)
– Big Sword
– Long Blade
– Slash Axe

Muramasa: The Demon Blade screenshots

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Tiger Woods PGA Tour 10 disc golf video

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Cave Story almost ready for WiiWare

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“We’re VERY close to putting the finishing touches on Cave Story. And by very close, meaning the game is very done and we’re doing our best to bug-test, fix and finish all the necessary work that is involved with finalization the North American version. (yes, after that we quickly move onto the European release).” – Cave Story blog

I can’t wait for Cave Story to finally release on WiiWare…And I know I’m not the only one. Luckily, gamers living in Europe won’t have that long of a wait following the game’s arrival in North America.

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First Icarian: Kindred Spirits trailer

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Monster Hunter G opening

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LEGO Rock Band screenshots

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Note that these screenshots are apparently from the 360/PS3 versions.

Konami announces Karaoke Revolution for the Wii

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KONAMI ANNOUNCES KARAOKE REVOLUTION® FOR THE WiiTM, PLAYSTATION®3 AND XBOX 360®
Only Karaoke Game to be Released on All Next Gen PlatformsFeatures All-New Songs, Expanded Multiplayer and Party Modes and a Brand New Career Mode
EL SEGUNDO, Calif. – April 21, 2009 – Konami Digital Entertainment, Inc., today announced Karaoke Revolution® for Wii™, Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and PLAYSTATION®3 computer entertainment system. The newest title in the groundbreaking music series distinguishes itself in the market as it is the only karaoke game that will be available on all next gen platforms. Additionally, the game will let karaoke fans sing and compete against friends with expanded multiplayer modes, 50 all-new hit songs from master recordings, as well as 16 original customizable venues and newly enhanced customizable characters including facial and body morphing.
Transforming video game consoles into a high-end interactive karaoke machine, Karaoke Revolution’s expanded multiplayer modes allows players to throw karaoke parties with their friends where they can perform as teams or choose to play in the single player career mode. If you just want to hear your favorite songs in succession, create a playlist and whenever you’re ready to perform, pick up the microphone and jump in at anytime! Players can join together on a wide variety of contemporary hits and classic favorites from licensed master recordings. Additionally, those using either the Xbox 360® or the PLAYSTATION®3 can utilize the co-op Party Mode with multiple game modes for up to 16 players or battle with or against each other in the ultimate competition.