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by Published on April 24th, 2007 02:41
via wired
Is Square Enix revamping its business model to focus on remakes and ports of old games? No. But blogs from Joystiq to Destructoid are reporting this story today, despite the fact that it is one hundred percent false. Some stories are just too good to fact-check.
The fun started on a website no one had ever heard of called PlayStation Universe, who reported:
Late Wednesday night, on their Japanese web site, Square Enix announced that it will be working under a new business model, focused more on re-releasing existing titles and creating sequels to older games.
Certainly an interesting story. Too bad it's entirely made up.
The crack team of journalists at PlayStation Universe had not, of course, provided any link to a source. First off, a cursory examination of Square Enix's Japanese web page reveals absolutely no news stories, site updates, press releases, or investor relations updates regarding a shift in platform strategy. In fact, the last time the relevant part of the site was updated at all was on April 12th with the release date of Dragon Quest Swords.
At this point, anyone interested in responsible journalism would know at the very least that the story should be looked at with a critical eye. Therefore, it was breathlessly reported as solid, irrefutable fact at Joystiq, Destructoid, Siliconera, and EvilAvatar among other high-profile outlets.
I'm sure they'll be very excited to know where the news came from. Given the strong similarities in the opening paragraph, PlayStation Universe doubtless got the news from this earlier story at Digg:
Square-Enix to focus exclusively on remakes and re-releases by 2010
The days are numbered for new titles from Square-Enix. Theire Japanese language website dropped a bombshell on the gaming world late Wednesday night Japanese time when they stated a change in their current business model that would focus solely on re-releases of older games and the occasional direct sequel to existing titles.
Great, maybe this site has a link! Oh wait, it's DailyGamingNews, a parody website. Let's read the rest of their article.
Finally, Final Fantasy VIII-2 will focus on the female protagonists from Final Fantasy VIII as they travel the world trying to find Squall, who many fans seem to think died at the end of Final Fantasy VIII despite the fact that you ****ing see him there at the very end of the end-game FMV cutscene. Presumably Square is assuming that anyone stupid enough to think that Squall was dead at the end of the game will be stupid enough to buy a second rate knockoff game just because it has the Final Fantasy name on it.
Yep, this is where the news came from -- a poorly written, profanity-laced humor article that PlayStation Universe was gullible enough to report as fact, based on the headline, and sloppy enough to not directly link. In their fumbling, they somehow managed to craft a story so compelling that major outlets were willing to report on it without any further research.
And people wonder why I drink.
HILARIOUS UPDATE: Two minutes after I submitted this story to Digg, somebody submitted the erroneous Joystiq coverage of the original, meaning they're immediately next to each other in the story list. Guess which one has more diggs thus far? ...by Published on April 24th, 2007 01:08
Source:
http://www.tmcnet.com/news/it/2007/04/23/2540084.htm
Blu-ray Disc Sales Surpass One Million Mark
HOLLYWOOD --(Business Wire)-- Blu-ray Disc has become the first high definition format to sell more than one million discs, a milestone it has achieved in less than a year. Blu-ray Disc sales also accounted for 70 percent of the high-definition movies sold during the first quarter of 2007, according to sales figures published today by Home Media Research.
Blu-ray's sales lead has increased each month since the first of the year and nearly three out of every four high-definition movies sold in March were on Blu-ray Disc, according to the HMR sales figures.
Industry projections suggest that this steady growth trend will continue based on the fact that seven of the eight major studios are releasing an increasing number of blockbuster movies on Blu-ray Disc, most of which will only be available in high-definition on Blu-ray Disc. In 2006, 18 of the top 20 selling DVD's were released by studios that are publishing their movies on Blu-ray Disc.
Blu-ray Disc titles accounted for eight of the top ten selling high definition titles in the first quarter of this year and since the introduction of both high definition formats, seven of the top ten selling high definition movies are on Blu-ray Disc.
"Sales of Blu-ray Disc titles have taken off since the first of the year," said Andy Parsons, Chairman of the Blu-ray Disc Association's U.S. Promotion Committee and Senior Vice President New Product Development at Pioneer Electronics. "Blu-ray Discs have been outselling HD DVD by more than two to one since the beginning of the year and the gap is steadily widening. It's exactly what we've said all along would happen - the strong support for Blu-ray among movie studio and equipment manufacturers means that consumers have more choices when it comes to players and titles. And they're choosing Blu-ray by an ever-increasing margin."
The sustained sales advantage enjoyed by Blu-ray throughout the first three months of the year will continue as studios maintain an aggressive release schedule to bring the biggest Hollywood movies to high definition. In the coming months, Blu-ray Disc studios will be releasing blockbuster titles such as Pirates of the Caribbean: Curse of the Black Pearl and Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest, Night at the Museum, Cars and Dreamgirls (for a complete release schedule, see attached chart).
About Blu-ray Disc
Blu-ray Disc is the next-generation optical disc format being developed for high-definition video and high-capacity software applications. A single-layer Blu-ray Disc will hold up to 25 gigabytes of data and a double-layer Blu-ray Disc will hold up to 50 gigabytes of data.
About the Blu-ray Disc Association
The Blu-ray Disc Association (BDA) is responsible for promoting and further developing business opportunities for Blu-ray Disc - the next-generation optical disc for storing high-definition movies, games, photos and other digital content. The BDA has more than 180 members. Its Board of Directors consists of Apple; Dell Inc.; HP; Hitachi, Ltd.; LG Electronics Inc.; Mitsubishi Electric Corporation; Panasonic (Matsushita Electric); Pioneer Corporation; Royal Philips Electronics; Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.; Sharp Corporation; Sony Corporation; Sun Microsystems, Inc.; TDK Corporation; Thomson; Twentieth Century Fox; Walt Disney Pictures and Television; Warner Bros. Entertainment. ...by Published on April 24th, 2007 00:08
via Cubed3
Ferrari Challenge has been re-confirmed as coming to both Nintendo's DS and Wii systems from British outfit System 3, following the original announcement of the game's development earlier this year.
Prestigious car-manufacturer Ferrari descended on London this weekend to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the famous Marque. Vehicles spanning the entire history of Ferrari were paraded around the capital as part of the worldwide “Ferrari 60 Relay”. The world tour is sponsored by video game publisher System 3, who used the visit to release further details about the upcoming video game.
System 3’s Christmas launch will take the form of a cutting-edge racing game based on the Ferrari Challenge series - featuring real cars, real tracks and true Ferrari racing dynamics. The launch platform for Ferrari Challenge is the PlayStation 3 and the game has been developed to maximise the technology in the new console format such as a 16-player feature, rich simultaneous online mode with elements not yet seen in any race game to-date.
“Since the launch of the next-generation consoles, the video game industry finally has, at its disposal, a machine with enough power to truly and loyally represent the Ferrari driving experience. The British public’s incredible reaction to the “Ferrari 60-Relay” coming to these shores has demonstrated the strength of the Ferrari brand here and we’re very excited to be working with System 3 to produce a cutting-edge racing experience for those fans.”
- Massimo Fedeli, Managing Director of Ferrari GB.
“Being involved at such an historic period of Ferrari’s history is a real honour. We’re dedicating all our resources to developing a game that is properly worthy of the Ferrari Marque and are looking-forward to revealing lots more exciting features over the coming months.”
- Mark Cale, CEO of System 3.
Its sixty years since Enzo Ferrari first started producing cars with his name. Since 1947 the famous Marque has become synonymous with pioneering technical innovation coupled with stunning design. The “Ferrari 60 Relay” celebration tour began in Abu Dhabi in January this year and will traverse fifty countries before concluding at the home of Ferrari in Maranello, Italy on June 23rd.
Accompanying the tour will be a specially commissioned baton adorned with 60 badges symbolising the most extraordinary events in the Company’s 60-year history, from its first success at the Rome Grand Prix in 1947 - through to the Ferrari FXX Programme of 2006.
The Ferrari Challenge video game will be published on an array of gaming consoles including Wii and Nintendo DS. ...by Published on April 24th, 2007 00:08
via Cubed3
Ferrari Challenge has been re-confirmed as coming to both Nintendo's DS and Wii systems from British outfit System 3, following the original announcement of the game's development earlier this year.
Prestigious car-manufacturer Ferrari descended on London this weekend to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the famous Marque. Vehicles spanning the entire history of Ferrari were paraded around the capital as part of the worldwide “Ferrari 60 Relay”. The world tour is sponsored by video game publisher System 3, who used the visit to release further details about the upcoming video game.
System 3’s Christmas launch will take the form of a cutting-edge racing game based on the Ferrari Challenge series - featuring real cars, real tracks and true Ferrari racing dynamics. The launch platform for Ferrari Challenge is the PlayStation 3 and the game has been developed to maximise the technology in the new console format such as a 16-player feature, rich simultaneous online mode with elements not yet seen in any race game to-date.
“Since the launch of the next-generation consoles, the video game industry finally has, at its disposal, a machine with enough power to truly and loyally represent the Ferrari driving experience. The British public’s incredible reaction to the “Ferrari 60-Relay” coming to these shores has demonstrated the strength of the Ferrari brand here and we’re very excited to be working with System 3 to produce a cutting-edge racing experience for those fans.”
- Massimo Fedeli, Managing Director of Ferrari GB.
“Being involved at such an historic period of Ferrari’s history is a real honour. We’re dedicating all our resources to developing a game that is properly worthy of the Ferrari Marque and are looking-forward to revealing lots more exciting features over the coming months.”
- Mark Cale, CEO of System 3.
Its sixty years since Enzo Ferrari first started producing cars with his name. Since 1947 the famous Marque has become synonymous with pioneering technical innovation coupled with stunning design. The “Ferrari 60 Relay” celebration tour began in Abu Dhabi in January this year and will traverse fifty countries before concluding at the home of Ferrari in Maranello, Italy on June 23rd.
Accompanying the tour will be a specially commissioned baton adorned with 60 badges symbolising the most extraordinary events in the Company’s 60-year history, from its first success at the Rome Grand Prix in 1947 - through to the Ferrari FXX Programme of 2006.
The Ferrari Challenge video game will be published on an array of gaming consoles including Wii and Nintendo DS. ...by Published on April 23rd, 2007 23:58
via VGGEN
Previously confirmed for just the PlayStation 2, a new ESRB listing reveals that SNK's Art of Fighting Anthology is also headed to the Nintendo Wii and PSP. All three versions will be rated "T" for Teen.
We're not surprised that the game is also making its way to the Wii or PSP, given SNK's recent history of publishing titles like Metal Slug Anthology on all three platforms, and it's increased support of the Wii in general. We do have to wonder though why they didn't just announce all three versions at the same time.
Art of Fighting Anthology is a collection featuring the three titles in the Art of Fighting trilogy, with the original games serving as a prequel series (although released later) for the Fatal Fury franchise.
Although the PS2 version was announced with a May release date, it's unknown when the Wii or PSP versions will arrive in stores.
...by Published on April 23rd, 2007 23:58
via VGGEN
Previously confirmed for just the PlayStation 2, a new ESRB listing reveals that SNK's Art of Fighting Anthology is also headed to the Nintendo Wii and PSP. All three versions will be rated "T" for Teen.
We're not surprised that the game is also making its way to the Wii or PSP, given SNK's recent history of publishing titles like Metal Slug Anthology on all three platforms, and it's increased support of the Wii in general. We do have to wonder though why they didn't just announce all three versions at the same time.
Art of Fighting Anthology is a collection featuring the three titles in the Art of Fighting trilogy, with the original games serving as a prequel series (although released later) for the Fatal Fury franchise.
Although the PS2 version was announced with a May release date, it's unknown when the Wii or PSP versions will arrive in stores.
...by Published on April 23rd, 2007 23:55
via Cubed3
After hitting a million over in Japan already and quickly reaching half a million in the US, the massive remake of the NES Final Fantasy III on the DS from Square Enix hits Europe on 4th May, 2007 and is already being pushed with a TV campaign in the UK. Following the massive success of Final Fantasy XII, which Square Enix self-published, the Nintendo-published Final Fantasy V Advance has barely made a mark on even the UK's GBA Top 20 this week (after launching last Friday). ...by Published on April 23rd, 2007 23:53
via IGN
Game compilations that mix in touch control are nothing new on the Nintendo DS, but there's no denying that the newly-created genre has its fair share of simplistic entertainment. Publisher Majesco announced today that a new franchise built exclusively for the Nintendo DS, titled Turn It Around, will be hitting Nintendo's pocket console this summer for the budget price of $19.99 MSRP. And wouldn't you know it; it's all about blending arcade gaming with simplistic - but addictive - arcade control.
Turn It Around, developed by 505 Games and licensed by Taito, sets out to deliver classic arcade gameplay with a unique twist. Using the touch screen as a virtual wheel, players will steer through 24 mini-games based on power, technique, or turn speed. Majesco is looking to put power behind classic licensed titles, stating in its press release that "Whether destroying blocks in Arkanoid, transporting guests to their floor in Elevator Action, hitting it out of the park in Pinch Hitter or maintaining your balance in Packed Train, gamers will get a wrist workout on their way to becoming the ultimate Turn Master." The game is also said to support three different multiplayer turning modes for players to "spin off" against friends, but no further details were given on those modes.
As for Turn It Around's design, Ken Gold - vice president of marketing for Majesco - commented on the product's, stating that "Turn it Around's unique spinning premise and wide range of mini-games make it a perfect tile for gamers looking for a new handheld experience at a great value."
We'll have more on Turn It Around as we near the game's release. Until then, be sure to head to our image gallery and check out the first shots of the touch arcade games in action. ...by Published on April 23rd, 2007 23:48
New version of the Nintendo DS emulator for PC.
Added test if cuboid sits inside view volume.
Added flip textures coordinates.
Added test for position coordinates.
Added microphone support.
Fixed a bug in EEPROM management.
Fixed a bug in Display Capture Control Register.
Fixed a bug in texture coordinates trasformation.
Fixed a bug in sprites management.
Fixed a bug in GXFIFO register. ...by Published on April 23rd, 2007 23:29
via kotaku
For the half dozen Sega Dreamcast owners out there who haven't burned or bought themselves a boot disc nor had their Saturn-successor professionally modded, what the hell are you waiting for? The console is rich with fantastic imports from all regions, meaning a single-region Dreamcast is an unrealized potential Dreamcast.
If you're the kind of gamer who likes to get your hands a little dirty, why not try out the simple, do-it-yourself region switching mod? It requires little more than a soldering iron, some wire and a CD-burner. I'm a bit late to the party on this one, but it's still worth mentioning if you're tired of disc swapping prior to sessions of Ikaruga or Shenmue II.
The process looks fairly straightforward, simple enough to warrant a back-up Dreamcast purchase and an hour of your time.
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