Even more Aliens RPG concept art
Posted by Graham. Filed under G, Microsoft Xbox 360, Multi-platform, News, PC, Sony PlayStation 3. Tagged with Aliens, Aliens RPG, Concept Art, Fan Stuff, Obsidian.
The other day we showed you a couple of images from the now cancelled Aliens RPG. However, apparently a lot more concept art was released on the Obsidian forums about a month ago, just no one reported on it/ realised it.
But here it all is now, including a rather freaky looking ‘Red Queen’ (above):
How much did the Sonic brand make in 2008?
Posted by George. Filed under George, Multi-platform, News, Nintendo Wii, North America, Sonic. Tagged with $, Sonic, Sonic and Mario, Sonic Unleashed.
So how much did the Sonic brand make in 2008? According to Wedbush Morgan Securities’ industry report it made $163 million dollars. A even better fact, this only accounts for United States, not Europe, where Sonic is more popular.
Sonic came in at number 11 on their top 30 list of most profitable game brands. This means that it made more money than the Gears of War , The Sims and Tom Clancy brands.
The majority of sales came from Mario and Sonic, a game that has been charting since it was released in 2007 (Wii version) and the release of Sonic Unleashed in late 2008. I’m sure Sonic would have cracked the top ten if they released Sonic Unleashed around spring 2008, instead of in the fall. Another Sonic game that was released in 2008 was Sonic Chronicles: The Dark Brotherhood.
Hit the jump to see the full list.
Obsidian Entertainment no longer working on Aliens RPG
Posted by George. Filed under George, Microsoft Xbox 360, Multi-platform, News, North America, PC, Sony PlayStation 3. Tagged with Aliens RPG, Canceled, Obsidian Entertainment, Rumor buster.
Awhile back we ran a rumor that the Aliens RPG was dead, it seems that the rumors are true. An admin over at the Obsidian forum has confirmed our worse nightmares, the title is no longer in development.
“it is true that we are no longer working on the game, and we wanted to finally announce that officially to everyone who has been following its development.”
I guess we shouldn’t be too sad, since there is going to be plenty of Alien games coming out next year, though I wish all of them weren’t shooters. I was very excited in playing a horror Space RPG set in the Aliens universe. At least we still have Alpha Protocol, which is set to release in October of this year.
Sega have also made a comment, confirming that the game is no longer in production.
“”At this point, SEGA has no plans to move forward with the Aliens RPG,”
Well, developer and publisher have confirmed the rumors, so now we can move on. Even though I might be disappointed by the news, I’m glad they actually came out and confirmed it was canceled, unlike other Sega games that just disappear.
[Source: Kotaku]
Have some new Resonance of Fate screens
Posted by George. Filed under George, Microsoft Xbox 360, Multi-platform, Sony PlayStation 3, Worldwide. Tagged with End of Eternity, In Game, Resonance of Fate, Screenshots, Tri-Ace.
Here are 11 new Resonance of Fate (End of Eternity in Japan) screens, apparently even numbers are out this season. Some of the screens (most) where featured in the Famitsu scans posted a few days ago.
The new screens show off how the battles will look and a dog in a jacket, no seriously, take a look.
[Thanks: Ryan]
Sega Europe celebrating Sonic’s birthday with big giveaway
Posted by Graham. Filed under G, Multi-platform, News, Sonic. Tagged with Birthday, Contest, Giveaway, Sonic the Hedgehog.
In case you don’t know, like I didn’t until last week, it is Sonic the Hedgehog’s birthday tomorrow - June 23rd and Sega Europe will be giving away a hell of a lot of Sonic-related goodies.
But rather than being old-school and holding the contest on their site/blog, they will doing it via the trendier methods of Facebook and Twitter (what ever happened to all the MySpace love?). So for this they will be splitting up the prize bundles in twain:
What did you play this weekend? [#2]
Posted by Graham. Filed under G, Microsoft Xbox 360, Multi-platform, News, Nintendo Wii, Sony PlayStation 2, Sony PlayStation 3. Tagged with Fun Stuff, Let's Tap, Need for Speed, Prope, Prototype, Resistance: Fall of Man, What Did You Play This Weekend.
Bringing back the “What are you playing this weekend” feature, but with a slight change. Rather than asking the question on the Friday before you play the game(s), we are now asking after the weekend - which frankly makes much more sense.
It’s just for fun really, we tell you what games we have been playing - give some brief opinions on them, and then you can tell us what you have been playing too. You could help people avoid some potentially bad titles, or suggest some unknown gems.
Whatever the case let us know; What did you play this weekend?
Sega: Three Aliens titles still planned, plus DS Colonial Marines
Posted by Graham. Filed under G, Microsoft Xbox 360, Multi-platform, News, Nintendo DS, PC, Sony PlayStation 3. Tagged with Aliens, Aliens RPG, Aliens: Colonial Marines, E3 2009, Gearbox Software, Obsidian, WayForward Technologies.
Even though it has been strongly rumoured that both Aliens: Colonial Marines and Aliens RPG have been canned, our favourite company has confirmed that there will be a trio (with AvP included) of Aliens titles coming out. Speaking to Joystiq Sega said:
“Aliens vs. Predator will be the first to ship out of our triplet of Aliens titles; hence it was shown at this year’s E3. We’ll have more news to share about the other two games in the near future so stay tuned.”
The rumours of Aliens RPG being canned have been around for a while now and there has been some evidence to support the title’s scappage - with little to no game details since the first announcement and also the C.V. from an ex-Obsidian (the developer) employee. But from the sounds of it we will still a fair amount of Aliens love from Sega.
Plus good news for you Alien-loving DS owners. We recently stumbled upon the footage of an unreleased Aliens title for the DS. The footage claimed to be from Aliens: Colonial Marines, but it had us all puzzled because Sega hadn’t ever announced the title. So we (and other sites) naturally assumed that the title had been cancelled early in production.
But it seems that is not the case; the footage we saw is legitimate and the game hasn’t been cancelled, it’s still in development. Speaking to Kotaku, Gearbox Software President Randy Pitchford said that the DS title is in development, but is not being directly handled by Gearbox instead it is being developed by WayForward Technologies.
It’s going to be interesting to see how Aliens RPG comes out, considering Obsidian has seen layoffs this year, is working on Alpha Protocol and recently announced that they are working on another title too.
Alpha Protocol sees some E3 awards
Posted by Graham. Filed under G, Microsoft Xbox 360, Multi-platform, News, PC, Sony PlayStation 3. Tagged with Alpha Protocol, Awards, E3 2009, Obsidian.
As well as Bayonetta receiving some E3 award love, Alpha Protocol has gained some accolades from the gaming press. Both GamingExcellence and MTV have awarded Alpha Protocol with two awards.
GamingExcellence awarded Alpha Protocol with the “Best Role Playing Game” beating; Borderlands, Dragon Age Origins and Mass Effect 2:
Alpha Protocol eschews many of the elements that have traditionally been part of RPG’s. Casting aside turn based combat and combat percentages this is almost more of a third person shooter with role-playing elements added on. However the deep character and equipment customization options, as well as the dynamically branching conversation systems, set this game above almost all other games shown at E3 this year. With plentiful characters that you can befriend or fight at your leisure the game seems set to provide a unique experience with every play through. If you’re looking for a solid game that seamlessly blends intense action and deep role-playing into one bundle then this is a game that you will want to keep your eyes on.
British Sales Charts: Have some Tennis with your tea
Posted by George. Filed under Europe, George, Multi-platform. Tagged with British Charts Charts, Football Manager 2009, Virtua Tennis 2009.
I think we all expected lots of Tennis charting and that is exactly what we got. Seems that Virtua Tennis 2009 has been (so far) doing the best on the Playstation 3, charting higher than the Xbox 360 version for the second week in a row. The Wii version hasn’t been released yet, but EA’s Tennis title has been and it charted at number 12. We have to wait and see if Sega can come out later and beat it.
Another Tennis title that made it on the list was Sega Superstars Tennis on the Xbox 360. No weekly chart would be complete without Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games and Football Manager 2009, don’t panic, they are on the chart. Though it is worthy to note that Mario & Sonic is almost off the chart.
[Source: Kotaku]
1Up awards Bayonetta ‘Best Action Game’ of E3
Posted by Graham. Filed under G, Microsoft Xbox 360, Multi-platform, News, North America. Tagged with Awards, Bayonetta, Best Action Game, E3 2009, Platinum Games.
The guys at 1Up.com have voted Bayonetta as the ‘Best Action Game’ of this year’s E3. While the 1Up awards may not be proper gaming accolades, it is always great to see a Sega receive some love like this.
The most impressive thing about Bayonetta getting this reward is when you take a look at the other finalists that it was up against. Bayonetta managed to impress the 1Up guys more than these heavy hitters; Splinter Cell Conviction, Assassin’s Creed 2, Uncharted II and God of War III.
Here’s what they had to say on the matter:
You might be surprised to see us pick Bayonetta as the best action title at E3 — especially with God of War 3 playable for the first time — but trust us, once you get your hands on the controller you’ll recognize why director Hideki Kamiya (of Devil May Cry fame) is the master of action games; it’s incredible. Also, there’s nothing quite like a sexy woman kicking some ass; and Bayonetta delivers on this in spades. The flashy move set is both beautiful to watch and a joy to execute, and the controls are easy to pick up — the sheer amount of combo options makes it so there is never a dull moment.
Sounds like the game is going to be quite the treat for action fans. What do you guys think?
[Source: 1Up]
