Dhewg has released a new version of ScummVM for the Nintendo Wii and Nintendo Gamecube. Heres the release info:


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A new computer game tipped to be the most violent ever is being released exclusively on the so-called 'family friendly' Wii console.

Nintendo will dramatically transform Wii's image with the release of ultra violent video game MadWorld which, 'revolves around the themes of brutality and exhilaration', according to its creators.

Players in the 'hack and slash' game, which is due for a UK release in early 2009, can impale enemies on road signs, rip out hearts and execute them with weapons including chainsaws and daggers.

The decision to release a violent game on a console which has based its reputation on family fun has shocked anti-violence pressure groups.


The game has not yet been given an age rating.


Mediawatch-UK, Britains longest running pressure group campaigning for decency in TV, films and games, said MadWorld will 'spoil' the Wii.


John Beyer, director of Mediawatch-uk, said: 'This game sounds very unsavoury.


'I hope the British Board of Film Classification (BBFC) will view this with concern and decide it should not be granted a classification.


'Without that it cannot be marketed in Britain. What the rest of world does is up to them.
We need to ensure that modern and civilized values take priority rather than killing and maiming people.


'It seems a shame that the game's manufacturer have decided to exclusively release this game on the Wii.

'I believe it will spoil the family fun image of the Wii.'

Nintendo's Wii has enjoyed phenomenal success as an innocent alternative to complex - and often violent - role play video games.


With a repatoire of mostly sports games the basic graphics and easy-to-use motion sensor remotes have become hugely popular with young children and families.


MadWorld is significant departure designed to appeal to 'hardcore' gamers who they claim have been clammering for a more adult theme action game.

MadWorld is a third person game where players control a character called Jack in a virtual world called Varrigan City which is under siege by a group of terrorists known as The Organizers.

The alternative world has been turned into a twisted game show called Death Watch where citizens must kill one another to survive - and win.


The action in MadWorld - developed by PlatinumGames and published by Sega exclusively for Nintendo - is entirely in black and white. The only other colour is red for all the blood.


Players use the Wii remote to control the violent on-screen actions as central character Jack executes his way through the game.


A press release on the Sega website says: 'You play as Jack, whos caught up in the terror of Death Watch, the murderous game created by the terrorists who call themselves The Organizers.


'To remain alive, and solve the mystery behind Death Watch, you must master the use of weapons and items found within the environment and compete in ultra violent mini-games designed to push you over the edge.


'With its irreverent humour and over-the-top violence MadWorld delivers a visceral gaming experience that will be an instant classic on the Wii.'

Sean Ratcliffe, Vice President of Marketing, SEGA of America, Inc, said: 'MadWorld pushes the envelope with its extreme content but takes a step away from the dark and serious nature of most mature games.'

Released in 2006 the Wii has become a market leader with its original games appealing to a far broader age range than competitors like Sony's PlayStation and Microsoft Xbox 360.


Costing around £180 the consoles - which use wireless remotes to control the on-screen actions - have been hailed as the next generation of computer consoles.


While other consoles have focussed on better graphics the Wii has focussed on game play and the physical nature of their games.


It has since become hugely popular with very young children, families and even the elderly.


A spokesman from Nintendo, said: 'Wii appeals to a wide range of audiences from children and teenagers to adult and senior citizens, anyone from 5 - 95, as such there is a wide range of content for all ages and tastes available.


'Mad World will be suitably age rated through the appropriate legal channels and thus only available to an audience above the age rating it is given'

'The game is not made by Nintendo but by Sega.'

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sciencete...endly-Wii.html ...

Via PSPfanboy:

One of our longtime readers, Brian B., recently attempted to purchase the PSP camera, Chotto Shot. However, when he attempted to purchase the product, he got a strange, foreboding message from the retailer. "Due to a safety issue and high defect rate, we are issuing a product recall to anyone who has purchased a PSP Chotto Shot Camera after July 1st, 2008. Even though these units have been tested, we have been getting reports that some of these units have been running extremely hot, and have emitted a burning smell from the unit. An already dangerous and unfortunate situation, this could lead to the even more serious event of a fire starting from the unit."

According to the retailer, "the manufacturer is already aware of the problem." Considering the camera is not available in America, we cannot contact a SCEA representative to comment on this problem. However, a look at both import sites Play-Asia and NCSX show that the PSP camera is currently not in stock.

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Zodttd is back with another release for "Beta testers" only


As i said above this release is for beta testers only but beta testers at the site have to donate to become a beta tester so in effect your paying for homebrew, if your happy to do that then see here ...

Hellcat has updated his Pandora Installer for 3.xx kernels, heres whats new:

Revision 4a: (12.08.2008)

* - added DDCv6 installation

Key features

* Prepare (repartition and format) your memstick for Pandora
(to reserve space for the MS IPL)
since revision 3 you can also choose the name after format (see below)
* Make normal battery to Pandora one
* Make Pandora battery to normal one
* Install a full 1.50 to the memstick, including the Pandora (classic, Fat and 1.50 only)
* Install a full 1.50 to the memstick, including DAX' DDC universal unbricker for Fat+Slim
* Install DDCv6 to the memstick
* Install optional tools (ELF-Menum NAND-Tool) to a DDCv4 stick, already propperly set up and ready to use
* Backup current battery serial to file
* Restore battery serial from file
(if trying to restore from a backupfile without one beeing present,
the default serial will simply be used instead)

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New out today:



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Celebrating 20 Years of Innovation and counting, Madden NFL 09 delivers its most complete NFL football package ever.

Whether you're a seasoned veteran or picking up the game for the first time, players of all skill levels will enjoy a unique, yet challenging experience with the innovative Adaptive Difficulty Engine, which tailors the game to match your playing style.

Instantly improve your game with the all-new virtual Training Center or incorporate feedback with EA SPORTS BackTrack, allowing you to learn from your mistakes on the fly.

With a new broadcast presentation and online leagues, plus more than 85 new features and enhancements, Madden NFL 09 is the most authentic and adaptable game in sports video game history.

Game Features


An all-new Adaptive Difficulty Engine assesses your proficiency in the core skills areas of football, then tailors the experience to match your playing style.
Set your sights on the Vince Lombardi Trophy in an all-new network television-style broadcast as Cris Collinsworth and Tom Hammond call the action from the booth
Make a run for the postseason for the first time online
With an enhanced graphics engine and new player models, linemen battle in the trenches with more bulky physiques while backs and receivers fly around the field with a more sleek and slimmer look
Built from the ground up, an all-new Total Control Animation System allows for instantaneous combo moves while bringing new aspects to the game, including missed field goal returns and bobble catches


The innovative sports game is available on several platforms in various versions:

Xbox360™
Madden NFL 09 US US$ 64.90
Madden NFL 09 ASIA US$ 49.90
Madden NFL 09 [20th Anniversary Collectors Edition] US US$ 99.90
Madden NFL 09 JPN US$ 64.90

PlayStation3™
Madden NFL 09 US US$ 64.90
Madden NFL 09 ASIA US$ 49.90
Madden NFL 09 [20th Anniversary Collectors Edition] US US$ 99.90
Madden NFL 09 JPN US$ 64.90

Please note that while the US and Asian versions of the game have either arrived or will be available soon, the Japanese edition is expected to come in September.

Nintendo Wii™
Madden NFL 09 All-Play US US$ 59.90

PlayStation2™
Madden NFL 09 US US$ 44.90

Nintendo DS™
Madden NFL 09 US US$ 34.90

Sony PSP™
Madden NFL 09 US US$ 44.90

Xbox™
Madden NFL 09 US US$ 44.90

Aside from the more common US, Asian, Japanese versions, the hit sports game is also available as Spanish editions for the Xbox360™ and PlayStation3™ for the same price of US$ 64.90. The Spanish editions are expected to arrive in September and is currently available as a preorder.

To those new to American Football/Rugby, get some advice and tutorials from the official guide book, available for US$ 19.90 only.

The previous installments of the highly acclaimed sports game are still available at Play-Asia.com, please find them here at the complete list of Madden NFL games.

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