DCEmu Homebrew Emulation & Theme Park News
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by Published on December 27th, 2007 23:54
Mirzab14 has released a version of his CreatDir app for users using 3.52 m33 firmware:
After a user request, I've edited the program a bit so it can be used to make the 3.52 directories. Instead of GAME371 it makes GAME352, and the THEME folder will not get made.
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via mirzab14 ...by Published on December 27th, 2007 20:05
Xbox360 Top50 Lifetime in Japan (Through to 2007 Dec 9th)
From Famitsu Xbox360, so this is Enterbrain tracking:
01. Blue Dragon - 203,740
02. Dead or Alive 4 - 108,618
03. Ace Combat 6 - 83,045
04. Halo 3 - 82,987
05. Ridge Racer 6 - 73,501
06. The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion - 72,274
07. Trusty Bell - 70,244
08. Gears of War - 68,270
09. Dead Rising - 68,078
10. Lost Planet - 61,555
11. DEAD OR ALIVE Xtreme 2 60544
12. Lost Odyssey - 60,376
13. Idolm@ster - 48,695
14. Dynasty Warriors 6 - 44,292
15. Assasin's Creed - 41,436
16. Ninetynine Nights - 38,019
17. Forza Motorsports - 2 31,255
18. Rumble Roses XX - 29,187
19. Crackdown - 28,588
20. Culdcept Saga - 27,960
http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showthread.php?t=220841 ...by Published on December 27th, 2007 13:24
Continuing our network wide feature for just about every console thats emulated and that we own, in time it can be used as a reference point for people to look at what games are the very best on each system
Firstly heres a look at each system and a description to remind you of the history of the console.
Genesis / Megadrive
Sega made a good attempt with their Master System against Nintendo's virtual monopoly of the console industry, but they were about to introduce next generation gaming to the masses.
After two years of development the Sega Megadrive was released in Japan in October of 1988, and was the first true 16-bit console to enter the console market. The Megadrive achieved moderate success in Japan after being beat to the market by NEC's PC Engine (Turbografx) ( released only four months earlier). Sega had a lot of hits in the arcade such as After Burner and Golden Axe, and part of the appeal of the Megadrive was that now these games were not only playable at home, but were fairly close to the arcade versions.
Once again Sega set their sites on the rest of the console playing world. Sega began an aggressive marketing campaign, not only to customers, but also to developers. They quickly gained the support of western third party developer Electronic Arts, and quickly produced a line-up of quality arcade conversions and killer sports games (Games that appeal more to American gamers).
The Sega Genesis was released in America in September 1989. By the end of 1990 there were over 30 third-party developers writing games for the new system. The Sega Genesis reached a great level of success in America, but launched the system to all new heights of popularity when they released a secret project in the summer of 1992. Sonic the Hedgehog pushed the Genesis to the limit with spectacular graphics, animation, sound, and incredible speed. Sonic also became the official mascot and icon for Sega, and became part of marketing campaign to compete against Nintendo's soon to be released console which contained a slower processor (Sega dubbed the techniques used in Sonic as "Blast Processing").
Genesis saw many changes over the years. The console was remodeled in 1994, and offered a sleeker / smaller case, and a reduced price (At the expense of the head phone jack and volume control). In 1998, Majesco reserved the rights to manufacture certain Sega systems. They decided to redesign the Genesis yet again. The Genesis 3 was released in the US for under $50. It was made even smaller, but lacked the ability to interface with Sega CD and 32X.
FACT: Over the years the Genesis / Megadrive became the center point to many upgrades and add ons. The Powerbase converter allowed Master System games to be played on the Genesis. It bypassed the main 68000 processor in the Genesis and used the Z80 sound processor to run the original Master System code. While rumors circulated of a Game Gear to Genesis converter, it never made it past the prototype stage. Others served as upgrades namely the Sega CD and 32X which will be discussed later on.
Between 1993 - 1994, 3D gaming was growing in popularity. Sega's rival Nintendo collaborated with another company to develop a chip that could enhance games with 3D polygon abilities (the Super FX chip). Not to be outdone Sega teamed up with Hitachi to create the 'Sega Virtual Processor'. The SVP chip was primarily designed for Sega's 3D arcade titles, but one game was released for the Genesis with the chip installed in the cart. In 1994 "Virtua Racing" was released and retailed for $90-$100USD.
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Thanks again to Dark Watcher for his info above.
Now heres our question to you - Whats the greatest Megadrive/Genesis Game Ever ?
Check out DC News & Sega Saturn News for info on all things Sega Related.
More DCEmu Console History Can Be Found Here ...by Published on December 27th, 2007 13:15
We know what you're thinking, "Xbox version shutting down in Japan? Well, that dude's gotta be pissed." Yup, on January 31, 2008 Sega's risking a global backlash and terminating Xbox Live services for the onetime Dreamcast title in Japan.
The good news for the rest of the world's Phantasy Star Online community is that no similar announcements have been made outside of Japan. We don't know about you guys, but we don't want to be around once the legions of MMO-addicted GameCubers catch wind of a cancellation on that platform.
http://www.joystiq.com/2007/12/27/se...line-in-japan/ ...by Published on December 27th, 2007 13:13
For all you Devil May Cry fanatics out there (wait -- are there Devil May Cry fanatics out there?) you're about to get a super-special, unicorn explosion from Microsoft. That's right, babies, it's the Devil May Cry special edition Xbox 360. Actually, it's more like a bundle of the boring, old, non-special (though HDMI equipped) Xbox 360, coupled with the brand-spaking-new Devil May Cry 4, where the Devil, crying, and the possibility of crying meet for a fourth -- but probably not final -- time. Right now it's looking like a Japanese-only deal, but you never know when something this gooey will drip over to these shores. Available January 31st for ¥37,800 (or about $330).
http://www.engadget.com/2007/12/27/x...an-in-january/ ...by Published on December 27th, 2007 13:07
Orionjones over at Playeradvance posted this release in their forums
Heres the super cool google translation:
Mot Mot Motus - The popular game "Motus who occasionally switch on France 2.
Hello everyone,
So now, my current project focuses on the well-known game "television Motus.
Heres whats new
Addition:
Spell-checking up
- Bug fix on the countdown of seconds
-125 Words to find in any
- Creation of 3 rounds of 2 minutes each
- Transitions cool to the words not found at the end of the time limit, the victory of one of 2 players etc.
- No more need to reactivate capitalization whenever
- No more need to press the A pad to move to the next word, a sprite appears now just click on it is more ergonomic
Once the game is finished, and automatic reset total of the game
- The word is given if they are not found in time or outsourced, at the end of 7.
Download Here and Give Feedback Via Comments ...by Published on December 27th, 2007 09:01
I have received a few questions as to why Xbox LIVE members under 18 cannot access game demos or trailers on Xbox LIVE. The answer lies with video game ratings organizations, like the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB). Game demos and trailers distributed over Xbox LIVE are considered advertising and in accordance with the ESRB's Principles and Guidelines for Responsible Advertising Practices Xbox LIVE members under 18 do not have access to demos or trailers for a title rated M (Mature) or RP (Rating Pending.) ESRB Guidelines are industry wide and are not unique to Xbox LIVE. In other words, these are the rules that all online console stores, like the Wii Shop Channel and the Playstation Store, need to adhere to in order to in be in line with the ESRB's Guidlines.
http://www.majornelson.com/archive/2...s-and-you.aspx ...by Published on December 27th, 2007 08:58
News from Play Asia
Welcome to this week's Games & Toys update, our weekly summary featuring all new product arrivals from the last seven days.
It's the last week of the year and traditionally also the time when the last Japanese gaming highlights of the year will be published, right on time for the Japanese new year holiday season. Most Japanese companies will have a long holiday during the first one or two weeks of the year, resulting into fewer releases the next two weeks.
Top selling game this week has been Banpresto's Super Robot Taisen OG: Original Generations Gaiden (Japanese / Asia / Asia Limited) for PlayStation2™, followed by Star Ocean: The First Departure (Asia / Japanese / Eternal Edition) for PSP™.
Further hot selling releases have been Gundam Musou International (Asia / Japanese) for Xbox360™, NiGHTS: Journey of Dreams (US Version), Metal Slug Complete and Nodame Cantabile: Dream * Orchestra for Nintendo Wii™ as well as Suzumiya Haruhi no Yakusoku for PSP™.
Popular US version arrivals have been THQ's Warhammer 40,000: Squad Command for Nintendo DS™ as well as the multi platform release MX vs ATV: Untamed.
As usually, here is a summary of all new releases from this week, along with a very short preview of what is expected for next week.
Xbox360™:
Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare JPN US$ 64.90
Cars: Mater-National ASIA US$ 44.90
Gundam Musou International ASIA US$ 64.90
Gundam Musou International JPN US$ 69.90
MX vs ATV: Untamed US US$ 64.90
MX vs ATV: Untamed ASIA US$ 49.90
PlayStation3™:
Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare JPN US$ 64.90
MX vs ATV: Untamed US US$ 64.90
Nintendo Wii™:
Anime Slot Revolution: Pachi-Slot Kidou Senshi Gundam II - Ai Senshi Hen JPN US$ 59.90
Jinsei Game Wii JPN US$ 64.90
Metal Slug Complete JPN US$ 49.90
NiGHTS: Journey of Dreams US US$ 49.90
Nodame Cantabile: Dream * Orchestra JPN US$ 59.90
Simple Wii Series Vol. 3: Ason de Wakaru - The Party Kanji JPN US$ 29.90
Simple Wii Series Vol. 4: The DokoDemo Asoberu - The Shooting Action JPN US$ 29.90
Zaidanhoujin Nippon Kanji Nouryoku Kentei Kyoukai Kounin: Kanken Wii JPN US$ 59.90
PlayStation2™:
Angelique Etoile (Koei Selection) JPN US$ 19.90
Boukoku no Aegis 2035: Warship Gunner (Koei Selection) JPN US$ 19.90
Daisenryaku 7 Exceed US US$ 24.90
Jan Sangoku Musou (Koei the Best) JPN US$ 34.90
MX vs ATV: Untamed US US$ 44.90
NeoGeo Battle Coliseum US US$ 24.90
Shinkyouku Soukai Polyphonica 3&4 Hanashi Kanketsuhen JPN US$ 34.90
Slotter Up Mania 9 JPN US$ 44.90
Super Robot Taisen OG: Original Generations Gaiden JPN US$ 59.90
Super Robot Taisen OG: Original Generations Gaiden KOR US$ 69.90
Super Robot Taisen OG: Original Generations Gaiden ASIA US$ 54.90
Super Robot Taisen OG: Original Generations Gaiden [Limited Edition] JPN N/A
Super Robot Taisen OG: Original Generations Gaiden [Limited Edition] ASIA US$ 89.90
Nintendo DS™:
Dragon Ball Z Custom Hard Cover - Goku JPN US$ 12.90
Dragon Ball Z Custom Hard Cover - Shinryu JPN US$ 12.90
Dragon Ball Z Soft Card Case - Goku JPN US$ 7.90
Dragon Ball Z Soft Card Case - Shinryu JPN US$ 7.90
Hard Cover DS Lite (Darkrai & Dialga & Palkia) JPN US$ 7.90
Hard Cover DS Lite (Pochama & Pachirisu) JPN US$ 7.90
Hard Cover DS Lite - Darkrai (07 Winter Version) JPN US$ 6.90
Hard Cover DS Lite - Dialga (07 Winter Version) JPN US$ 6.90
Hard Cover DS Lite - Palkia (07 Winter Version) JPN US$ 6.90
Jinsei Game Q DS: Heisei no Dekigoto JPN US$ 48.90
Jinsei Game Q DS: Shouwa no Dekigoto JPN US$ 48.90
Luxor: Pharaoh's Challenge US US$ 34.90
MX vs ATV: Untamed US US$ 34.90
Mascot Touch Pen DS Lite - Darkrai (07 Winter Version) JPN US$ 6.90
Mascot Touch Pen DS Lite - Dialga (07 Winter Version) JPN US$ 6.90
Mascot Touch Pen DS Lite - Pachirisu & Darkrai (07 Winter Version) JPN US$ 6.90
Mascot Touch Pen DS Lite - Pachirisu & Palkia (07 Winter Version) JPN US$ 6.90
Mascot Touch Pen DS Lite - Pachirisu (07 Winter Version) JPN US$ 6.90
Mascot Touch Pen DS Lite - Palkia (07 Winter Version) JPN US$ 6.90
Warhammer 40,000: Squad Command US US$ 34.90
Word Jong US US$ 24.90
Sony PSP™:
Atari Classics Evolved US US$ 24.90
D-Terminal Cable JPN US$ 19.90
Display Stand Portable (Black) JPN US$ 8.90
Display Stand Portable (White) JPN US$ 8.90
Face Cover Portable 2 (White) JPN US$ 7.99
Luxor: Pharaoh's Challenge US US$ 24.90
MX vs ATV: Untamed US US$ 39.90
Monster Hunter Screen Cleaning Strap - Eye Roux and Meraru JPN US$ 8.90
Monster Hunter Screen Cleaning Strap - Genebosu JPN US$ 8.90
Monster Hunter Screen Cleaning Strap - Iosu JPN US$ 8.90
Monster Hunter Screen Cleaning Strap - Mr. Torenya JPN US$ 8.90
Monster Hunter Screen Cleaning Strap - Nanbosu JPN US$ 8.90
Monster Hunter Screen Cleaning Strap - Rioreusu JPN US$ 8.90
Monster Hunter Screen Cleaning Strap - Worldly Desire JPN US$ 8.90
Sangokushi VI / Romance of the Three Kingdoms VI (Koei Selection) JPN US$ 19.90
Star Ocean: The First Departure ASIA US$ 42.90
Star Ocean: The First Departure JPN US$ 48.90
Star Ocean: The First Departure (Eternal Edition w/ PSP-2000 Console) JPN US$ 299.90
Suzumiya Haruhi no Yakusoku JPN US$ 48.90
Suzumiya Haruhi no Yakusoku [Super Premium Box Edition] JPN N/A
Taikou Risshiden IV (Koei the Best) JPN US$ 29.90
...by Published on December 27th, 2007 08:51
via psphyper
Announced earlier this year for Nintendo DS, PSP and Wii but only the DS version came out in late October, Bandai finally has some PSP info for the adventure game based on the famous anime series in this week’s Weekly Famitsu. The release date appears to be March 27th and the special limited edition will come with a UMD with the complete episodes of the first season. Expect more info and update on the website soon. ...by Published on December 27th, 2007 08:49
Bumuckl has released a new version of his paint app for the PSP called Bermuda CS, heres whats new in this latest version:
It has been a long time since the release of Bermuda CS 8. Although i have been very lazy, i continued working on Bermuda CS. Now I proudly present Bermuda Creative Suite 9. There have been again a lots of bugfixes and "patches".
Changelog:
-more comfortable Filebrowser with preview
-give your picture a name of your choice
-more interactive settings(the amount of brushes and fonts is set automatically)
-completely new stamps
-new graffiti-tool
-new keyboard graphics
-Keyboard: Delete works now
-Ellipse-tool
-decreased circle-lag
-set strength of the circle frame
-set smoothness of the circle
-draw framed and filled circle
-much better gradient-tool
-added transparent workspace
-set the opacity of the picture on your own
-fixed some bugs
-standard cpu-clock is now 333 Mhz
-set the savepath manually
-much better brush-tool
-draw rectangle with gradient
-some new effectdraws
Great Thanks to HauMichBlau, BonyBoy, Yongobongo,
bronxbomber92, FloxXx, MagicianFB and Shoesy
(If there is anybody I forgot to mention, please tell me )
There is a video of Bermuda CS 9:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ieALBCCgY3k
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