Update: There appears to be some confusion about Famitsu scores this week. It has been confirmed that Famitsu did not write any reviews in their last issue, but the scores below were supposedly the real deal. That’s come into question now, as 1UP says that there are no reviews this week. I’m inclined to believe them, for now at least. We’ll let you know if we hear anything else about the reviews…
Dai-2-Ji Super Robot Taisen Z Hakai-hen (PSP) – 10/9/9/9
Persona 2: Innocent Sin (PSP) – 9/9/9/9
Cross Channel: In Memory of All People (360) – 9/8/8/8
Pro Yakyuu Spirits 2011 (3DS) – 7/9/7/8
Homefront (PS3/360) – 7/9/7/8
Pro Yakyuu Spirits 2011 (PS3) – 7/8/8/7
Pro Yakyuu Spirits 2011 (PSP) – 7/8/7/7
This information comes from TT Games’ Jonathan Smith…
“We’re always trying out new things, and we’ve certainly got some surprises in the pipeline for future titles.”
I’ve always felt like the LEGO games are enjoyable experiences, but I think that the series needs something new. You know, something interesting to spice things up a bit. I’m interested in hearing about the “surprises” TT Games has in store.
EA just sent me a press release announcing a new NBA Jam title for the PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360. So, why am I sharing this news here? Well, I thought it was interesting that there is no Wii version in the works.
To be fair, it is being made available for digital download, so it wouldn’t exactly be easy to bring the title to WiiWare considering the service’s file size limit. Then again, EA was planning on launching last year’s title as a retail release for Wii and a digital download for the PS3/360 before cancelling NBA Elite 11. 2010’s reboot was going to be a Wii exclusive, but it later ended up on other platforms. And now the “sequel” won’t even be released for Nintendo’s console.
Just to let you guys know, I’m definitely not bitter. I may very end up purchasing the title on the PS3. Just thought you all would be interested in hearing about this!
5th April 2011 – All aboard the submarine, as we’re going diving on 6th May 2011, when Steel Diver launches across Europe for the newly released Nintendo 3DS system. This naval strategy action game will have you hooked from the start, with immersive glasses-free 3D graphics and creative use of the Nintendo 3DS gyro sensor during gameplay.
Submerge yourself into this watery world by taking the controls of your very own submarine, guiding it safely past obstacles and dodging attacks from enemy ships out to get you. Enjoy three different game modes in Steel Diver, each offering varied, fun submarine action in full glasses-free 3D.
I wasn’t going to post this, but I figured I might as well. Ubisoft is already bringing its “Petz” line to the 3DS. I suppose this counts as one of the many games they have in the works for the system. I’m not interested, but perhaps one of you guys out there are… or maybe not.
UBISOFT ANNOUNCES PETZ FANTASY™ 3D FOR THE NINTENDO 3DS™ SYSTEM, A NEW AND MAGICAL TYPE OF NURTURING GAME
What: Petz Fantasy™ 3D
Platform: Nintendo 3DS™ system
When: June 2011
Price: $39.99
Rating: E for Everyone
Details: Ubisoft today announced Petz Fantasy™
3D for the Nintendo 3DS, the first Nintendo 3DS title from the #1 handheld pet-simulation brand of 2010. Set to hit store shelves this summer, Petz Fantasy 3D is a fresh new nurturing game for the new Nintendo 3DS platform, allowing players to take care of incredibly realistic, surprising and adorable magical pets in an all-new way.
SEGA has previously stated that the company has numerous plans for Sonic’s 20th anniversary. It looks like we’ll be finding out what one of those surprises is later this week. According to SEGA’s Twitter page, an announcement of sorts will be taking place on Thursday.
“Sonic’s 20th Anniversary is this year, but SEGA start celebrating on 7th April and you’ll only find out how on the Sonic Facebook page!”
Capcom’s Captivate 2011 event is officially underway. The press will be experiencing already-announced titles for the next couple of days, but there is likely to be a surprise or two as well. Unfortunately, we won’t see anything from Captivate until next week. That’s because an embargo is in effect for all material until next Tuesday at 8 AM PST. Of course, that encompasses previews, screenshots, and trailers. We’ll be sure to bring you all assets once Capcom releases them online.
Update: Added higher-quality video.
Tales of the Abyss 3DS will no longer hit Japanese store shelves on May 19. Namco Bandai announced a delay for the game and have yet to provide a new release date. No reason was given for the delay.
