NEOPONTEC Games ( in the future, NG) is the game developing division of NEOPONTEC, a small developing group.

NG and NEOPONTEC are formed basically by me, Hector Blanco de Frutos. In some situations I have the help of other people, mainly Jordi Siscart as a graphic designer.

"One month has passed without news, but the project is surely alive.
And here comes the stable 0.2.0 release of the toolkit.

These are the changes of this release:

Quote:

+ SDL_ttf is properly closed when finalizying the toolkit.
+ SDL_mixer is properly closed when finalizying the toolkit.
+ [GP2X]: Fixed NGT_MACHINE_GP2X initialization mode.
+ [GP2X]: When opening the joystick, an information text is shown.
+ [GENERIC]: Now the joystick is correctly initialized.
+ Some fixes in the demo, regarding to freeing memory.
+ A tutorial is included with the package.

Download the toolkit in sourceforge.net:
http://sourceforge.net/project/showf...ease_id=396420

I'm working in the 0.3.0 verion, so you can request functionalities and inform bugs and fails of the current version here, in the bugtracker:
http://www.neopontec.com/en/mantis " ...

JyCet has posted a new beta of his frontend for the emulator GNGeo

Heres whats new:

-fix little bug to display the first preview at rage2x launch
-big optimisation of font display
-add option to choose a GUI speed (LEFT || RIGHT)
-change key to swap windows to SELECT
-change gfx mode to 16bits for a better preview diplay (thk to paeryn for his SDL lib)
-fix LIST.DAT by antidark (thk to him)
-add all preview by antidark (thk to him too ) (around of 3.6MB)
-add external configuration file (rage2x.cfg) you can look inside
-add option auto reload of GUI (/!\ ONLY FOR THE NEXT NEW GNGEO /!\)
-add option CPU speed (/!\ ONLY FOR THE NEXT NEW GNGEO /!\)
-you can change the roms folder in rage2x.cfg
-add a second roms folder (priority is romspath1>romspath2)
-add raster option (use for super side kick game scrolling)
-rename file LIST.DAT to RAGE2X.DAT
-started to enter additional information in DAT file (you're welcome to complete it and share you're work )
-correct (i hope) the uncompatibility with gp2x-cramfs (but gpe size is bigger now)
-add option to see or not additional game information
-remove FPS count in upper left

Download here --> http://www.gp32x.com/board/index.php?showtopic=26007 ...

Source - Dreamcast Scene

According to http://www.planetxbox.com/shenmuedojo, after 3 years of non-activity, the Shenmue Passport received an update on February 22nd, 2006 with the text-
"The Shenmue Passport is in update process. Come again and visit us!"

While it wasn't a large update, it makes a point that there will be future updates. Wait and see! ...

Akihabara the excellent Gadgets website based in Asia have released a new Magazine for the PSP, expect all the very best in gadget news,

Download via comments ...

You know the old saying about buses, well heres a mass of new Nintendo DS Commercial Releases and some killer games amongst them, all of these were posted at Success HK (one of the worlds best importers):

Age of Empires: The Age of Kings US ver.



Age of Empires: The Age of Kings boasts turn-based strategy gameplay as players move from the Dark Ages through the Middle Ages with one goal in mind: domination of the known world. Command one of five different civilizations: the Britons, Franks, Mongols, Saracens, or Japanese in this Nintendo DS game. Lead over 45 different types of units into battle -- from bowmen and monks to hand cannoneers, mercenaries and samurai, and control special 'hero' units such as Richard the Lionheart, Robin Hood, Joan of Arc and Genghis Khan, whose special 'hero' powers affect the entire battlefield. The DS version allows players to construct and upgrade buildings to help their units learn new skills and create resources for their civilizations, as well as research over 50 technologies to advance their civilization. Multi-player scenarios allow up to four players to wirelessly battle each other.

Unou no Tatsujin Soukai! Machigai Museum Jap ver.



Your goal in this puzzle game is to identify differences in images on the top and bottom screen. The game offers over 10 puzzle forms, including scrolling images, images that have to be scratched with the touch pen in order to reveal hidden areas, and even a mode where you have to blow into the microphone in order to clear falling leaves from atop an image. Based on how well you perform, the game rates your judgement, concentration and memory skills. Support for two to four players via download play is included.

Syunkan Pazzloop Jap ver.



Seiken Densetsu DS Children of Mana Jap ver.



Part of the "World of Mana" project, this game is a 2D RPG follow-up to the adored action-RPG series. Embark on a co-op multiplayer quest, teaming together to achieve actions and reach areas, by helping players up or working together, that are not available for single-player adventurers. Children of Mana features a complex weapon system where you can equip multiple weapons for range and melee attack. Also featured is character modification, where you can adjust your character's abilities on the fly by applying items.

Top Gun Jap ver.



Based on the eternal blockbuster movie, Top Gun puts the player in the cockpit of a heavily armed jetfighter plane. The game includes 10 single player missions such as high altitude dogfights, escort missions, and protecting airspace, over a variety of terrain with dramatic weather and visual effects. Top Gun also features head to head play for two, three or four players.



Bleach DS Souten ni Kakeru Unmei Jap ver.



This new installement in the Bleach anime franchise will feature 27 playables characters taken from the original anime. The gameplay consists of 2D fighting in a stage with 2 fields, with players being able to switch between the 2 fields.

What a killer group of games, much more info and screenshots on each game at Success HK ...

You know the old saying about buses, well heres a mass of new Nintendo DS Commercial Releases and some killer games amongst them, all of these were posted at Success HK (one of the worlds best importers):

Age of Empires: The Age of Kings US ver.



Age of Empires: The Age of Kings boasts turn-based strategy gameplay as players move from the Dark Ages through the Middle Ages with one goal in mind: domination of the known world. Command one of five different civilizations: the Britons, Franks, Mongols, Saracens, or Japanese in this Nintendo DS game. Lead over 45 different types of units into battle -- from bowmen and monks to hand cannoneers, mercenaries and samurai, and control special 'hero' units such as Richard the Lionheart, Robin Hood, Joan of Arc and Genghis Khan, whose special 'hero' powers affect the entire battlefield. The DS version allows players to construct and upgrade buildings to help their units learn new skills and create resources for their civilizations, as well as research over 50 technologies to advance their civilization. Multi-player scenarios allow up to four players to wirelessly battle each other.

Unou no Tatsujin Soukai! Machigai Museum Jap ver.



Your goal in this puzzle game is to identify differences in images on the top and bottom screen. The game offers over 10 puzzle forms, including scrolling images, images that have to be scratched with the touch pen in order to reveal hidden areas, and even a mode where you have to blow into the microphone in order to clear falling leaves from atop an image. Based on how well you perform, the game rates your judgement, concentration and memory skills. Support for two to four players via download play is included.

Syunkan Pazzloop Jap ver.



Seiken Densetsu DS Children of Mana Jap ver.



Part of the "World of Mana" project, this game is a 2D RPG follow-up to the adored action-RPG series. Embark on a co-op multiplayer quest, teaming together to achieve actions and reach areas, by helping players up or working together, that are not available for single-player adventurers. Children of Mana features a complex weapon system where you can equip multiple weapons for range and melee attack. Also featured is character modification, where you can adjust your character's abilities on the fly by applying items.

Top Gun Jap ver.



Based on the eternal blockbuster movie, Top Gun puts the player in the cockpit of a heavily armed jetfighter plane. The game includes 10 single player missions such as high altitude dogfights, escort missions, and protecting airspace, over a variety of terrain with dramatic weather and visual effects. Top Gun also features head to head play for two, three or four players.



Bleach DS Souten ni Kakeru Unmei Jap ver.



This new installement in the Bleach anime franchise will feature 27 playables characters taken from the original anime. The gameplay consists of 2D fighting in a stage with 2 fields, with players being able to switch between the 2 fields.

What a killer group of games, much more info and screenshots on each game at Success HK ...

You know the old saying about buses, well heres a mass of new Nintendo DS Commercial Releases and some killer games amongst them, all of these were posted at Success HK (one of the worlds best importers):

Age of Empires: The Age of Kings US ver.



Age of Empires: The Age of Kings boasts turn-based strategy gameplay as players move from the Dark Ages through the Middle Ages with one goal in mind: domination of the known world. Command one of five different civilizations: the Britons, Franks, Mongols, Saracens, or Japanese in this Nintendo DS game. Lead over 45 different types of units into battle -- from bowmen and monks to hand cannoneers, mercenaries and samurai, and control special 'hero' units such as Richard the Lionheart, Robin Hood, Joan of Arc and Genghis Khan, whose special 'hero' powers affect the entire battlefield. The DS version allows players to construct and upgrade buildings to help their units learn new skills and create resources for their civilizations, as well as research over 50 technologies to advance their civilization. Multi-player scenarios allow up to four players to wirelessly battle each other.

Unou no Tatsujin Soukai! Machigai Museum Jap ver.



Your goal in this puzzle game is to identify differences in images on the top and bottom screen. The game offers over 10 puzzle forms, including scrolling images, images that have to be scratched with the touch pen in order to reveal hidden areas, and even a mode where you have to blow into the microphone in order to clear falling leaves from atop an image. Based on how well you perform, the game rates your judgement, concentration and memory skills. Support for two to four players via download play is included.

Syunkan Pazzloop Jap ver.



Seiken Densetsu DS Children of Mana Jap ver.



Part of the "World of Mana" project, this game is a 2D RPG follow-up to the adored action-RPG series. Embark on a co-op multiplayer quest, teaming together to achieve actions and reach areas, by helping players up or working together, that are not available for single-player adventurers. Children of Mana features a complex weapon system where you can equip multiple weapons for range and melee attack. Also featured is character modification, where you can adjust your character's abilities on the fly by applying items.

Top Gun Jap ver.



Based on the eternal blockbuster movie, Top Gun puts the player in the cockpit of a heavily armed jetfighter plane. The game includes 10 single player missions such as high altitude dogfights, escort missions, and protecting airspace, over a variety of terrain with dramatic weather and visual effects. Top Gun also features head to head play for two, three or four players.



Bleach DS Souten ni Kakeru Unmei Jap ver.



This new installement in the Bleach anime franchise will feature 27 playables characters taken from the original anime. The gameplay consists of 2D fighting in a stage with 2 fields, with players being able to switch between the 2 fields.

What a killer group of games, much more info and screenshots on each game at Success HK ...

Success HK have posted a new commercial release for the PSP:



Oedo Sennryoubako is light-hearted collection of action-based mini-games themed in Japan's Edo period (with plenty of anachronisms for fun). Various minigame tasks include riding horses, destroying stones, and chop trees. Four players can play together via wireless LAN.

They also have the following new releases:
Mobile Train Simulator: Keisei, Touei Asakusa, Keisei Lines Jap ver.
Initial D: Street Stage Jap ver
Jitsuroku Oniyome Niki Jap ver. ...

Source - Gamespot

Midway is set to put the pedal to the metal again this fall, as the company has revealed the first details on Rush for the PSP, the latest in its long line of California-based cruising games and the first for Sony's handheld.

Like last year's L.A. Rush, the PSP Rush will include a story mode set in a shortcut-laden City of Angels, which will feature more than 50 rides (at least 36 of them licensed), some of them downright pimped-out rides courtesy of West Coast Customs. However, Rush will also include some extras, including 30 new cruise missions, a hip-hop and rock soundtrack with new tracks from Lil' Kim and Twista, and the ability to play any cruise mission with another player by way of the PSP's Wi-Fi capabilities.

Also featured on the PSP Rush will be stunt arena and battle race modes. The latter mode will let players go head-to-head with each other in a power-up-propelled race to the finish, while the stunt arena calls upon players to launch their cars off ramps and sail through the air performing various twists and turns before (hopefully) landing on all four wheels. As in the stunt mode in the Dreamcast version of San Francisco Rush 2049, golden tokens that unlock extra content in the game will be placed amid the mayhem.

Rush for the PSP is set for release in September . ...