Joystiq http://www.joystiq.com Joystiq http://www.blogsmithmedia.com/http://www.joystiq.com/media/feedlogo.gif Joystiq http://www.joystiq.com en-us Copyright 2013 Weblogs, Inc. The contents of this feed are available for non-commercial use only. Blogsmith http://www.blogsmith.com/<![CDATA[NCAA Football 14 to include offline-only Kinect support]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2013/04/24/ncaa-football-14-to-support-kinect/http://www.joystiq.com/2013/04/24/ncaa-football-14-to-support-kinect/http://www.joystiq.com/2013/04/24/ncaa-football-14-to-support-kinect/#comments NCAA Football 14 to support Kinect, gets official cover artWhile Kinect integration isn't all that new for EA Sports, as both Madden 13 and FIFA 13 included support for the device last year, the Xbox 360 cover art for NCAA Football 14 includes the "Better with Kinect" banner at the top. EA Sports told Joystiq that Kinect support will be for offline play only, and will be "similar to what we've done in Madden, focused on pre-play voice commands."

Check out the hi-res versions of the game's box art, which features speedy-looking Michigan quarterback Denard Robinson, in the gallery below. NCAA 14 will sprint to Xbox 360 and PS3 on July 9.

Gallery: NCAA Football 14 (Cover Art)

JoystiqNCAA Football 14 to include offline-only Kinect support originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 24 Apr 2013 01:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>box-artCollege-Footballcover-artcover-athletedenard-robinsonEA-Sportsea-tiburonfootballkinectmicrosoftncaa-14ncaa-football-14playstationps3xboxWed, 24 Apr 2013 01:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Dark Souls 2's box art is many shades of grey]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2013/04/13/dark-souls-2s-box-art-is-many-shades-of-grey/http://www.joystiq.com/2013/04/13/dark-souls-2s-box-art-is-many-shades-of-grey/http://www.joystiq.com/2013/04/13/dark-souls-2s-box-art-is-many-shades-of-grey/#comments Dark Souls 2's box art is many shades of greyThe box art for Dark Souls 2 recently popped up on the web, and features a dude with a sword walking away from the box-holder. For all we know, the man may be walking backwards while holding the sword, as animated .gif pack shots have yet to be realized.

We've placed hi-res versions of the box art, courtesy of All Games Beta, in a gallery for your viewing pleasure below. Dark Souls 2 is coming to Xbox 360, PC and PS3.

Gallery: Dark Souls 2 (Box Art)

JoystiqDark Souls 2's box art is many shades of grey originally appeared on Joystiq on Sat, 13 Apr 2013 15:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>box-artcover-artdark-souls-2From-SoftwaremicrosoftNamco-Bandainamco-bandai-gamespcplaystationps3xboxSat, 13 Apr 2013 15:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Arma 3 arms itself with cover art and screens]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2013/03/03/arma-3-arms-itself-with-cover-art-and-screens/http://www.joystiq.com/2013/03/03/arma-3-arms-itself-with-cover-art-and-screens/http://www.joystiq.com/2013/03/03/arma-3-arms-itself-with-cover-art-and-screens/#comments Arma 3 arms itself with cover art and screensBohemia Interactive posted the cover art for Arma 3 to its official Facebook page. We have a higher res version of the art available in the gallery below, along with a handful of screens from the game's site.

You could say we're "up to our armas" in Arma 3 images, but we can't put our fingers on what that pun really means. The Steam-exclusive shooter is entering its closed alpha phase this coming Tuesday.

Gallery: Arma 3 (Cover Art)

Gallery: Arma 3 (Alpha Screens)

JoystiqArma 3 arms itself with cover art and screens originally appeared on Joystiq on Sun, 03 Mar 2013 15:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>arma-3bohemia-interactivecover-artpcscreensscreenshotsSun, 03 Mar 2013 15:00:00 EST<![CDATA[BioShock Infinite reverse art revealed]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2012/12/23/bioshock-infinite-reverse-art-revealed/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/12/23/bioshock-infinite-reverse-art-revealed/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/12/23/bioshock-infinite-reverse-art-revealed/#comments BioShock Infinite reverse art revealedIrrational Games revealed the reverse cover art for BioShock Infinite today. The art chosen won 38% of fan votes on the poll posted by studio head Ken Levine earlier this month as the result of displeasure from fans over the game's official box art.

The art, the full version of which can be found after the break, will be printed on the other side of the BioShock Infinite cover. Levine noted that other alternate covers will be made available for fans to print.

Now hopefully we've all learned our lesson: It's what's on the inside that counts.

Continue reading BioShock Infinite reverse art revealed

JoystiqBioShock Infinite reverse art revealed originally appeared on Joystiq on Sun, 23 Dec 2012 12:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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"But what's that you say? You want even more choice in covers? We're also going to be arranging a whole mess of MORE alternate covers which will be available to download and print yourself," Levine writes. "Of course, these are free and we'd love to hear your thoughts in the [Irrational] forums as to what you'd like to see."

The cover art PR campaign comes a week after the brotastically boring cover for the fantastical Infinite was revealed. Levine mentioned shortly after the cover art drama that the box art was made for uninformed players who don't read news on gaming sites. So, you know, if you're reading this, go vote on what you want the actual cover for BioShock Infinite to be on your shelf.

JoystiqVote for BioShock Infinite's b-side cover originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 12 Dec 2012 15:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>bioshock-infinitebox-artcovercover-artIrrational-Gamesken-levinemicrosoftpcplaystationps3xboxWed, 12 Dec 2012 15:00:00 EST<![CDATA[BioShock Infinite box art needs to shave]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2012/12/01/bioshock-infinite-box-art-needs-to-shave/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/12/01/bioshock-infinite-box-art-needs-to-shave/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/12/01/bioshock-infinite-box-art-needs-to-shave/#comments BioShock Infinite box art needs to shaveIrrational Games coughed up the box art for BioShock Infinite today, and it features lead character Booker DeWitt and his five o'clock shadow. We're guessing that with the game's lack of multiplayer, DeWitt doesn't feel the need to be presentable.

BioShock Infinite is scheduled to launch February 26, 2013 on PS3, Xbox 360 and PC. Check out higher resolution versions of the cover art in the gallery below.

Gallery: BioShock Infinite (Box Art)

JoystiqBioShock Infinite box art needs to shave originally appeared on Joystiq on Sat, 01 Dec 2012 15:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>2K-Gamesbioshockbioshock-infinitebooker-dewittbox-artcover-artIrrational-Gamesmicrosoftpcplaystationps3xboxSat, 01 Dec 2012 15:00:00 EST<![CDATA[ICO and Shadow of the Colossus has reversible boxart, Last Guardian not at TGS]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2011/09/08/ico-and-shadow-of-the-colossus-has-reversible-boxart-last-guard/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/09/08/ico-and-shadow-of-the-colossus-has-reversible-boxart-last-guard/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/09/08/ico-and-shadow-of-the-colossus-has-reversible-boxart-last-guard/#comments The North American box art for the ICO and Shadow of the Colossus Collection is ... not super great. We're no graphic designers or anything, but we do prefer our game cases to be a tad less hideous than that. Fortunately, the flipside of that cover plays host to a much more appealing vision: A stylish representation of the Japanese and European cover for ICO, and a slightly modified version of the European version of Shadow of the Colossus -- neither of which are obstructed by gaudy frames or signage.

We hope the inclusion of this good-looking cover is enough to fill you with goodwill towards Team ICO, because this next part certainly won't: PlayStation Blog has revealed that The Last Guardian won't appear at the Tokyo Game Show. The blog explains, "we can assure you that Ueda-san and the rest of the development team are hard at work to bring his lofty vision to life and deliver the very best gaming experience possible." We just hope they can do so before the heat death of the universe.

JoystiqICO and Shadow of the Colossus has reversible boxart, Last Guardian not at TGS originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 08 Sep 2011 19:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>cover-artico-and-shadow-of-the-colossus-collectionplaystationps3team-icotgs-2011the-last-guardianThu, 08 Sep 2011 19:30:00 EST<![CDATA[You -- yes you -- can select the cover athlete for UFC Undisputed 3]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2011/08/28/you-yes-you-can-select-the-cover-athlete-for-ufc-undispute/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/08/28/you-yes-you-can-select-the-cover-athlete-for-ufc-undispute/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/08/28/you-yes-you-can-select-the-cover-athlete-for-ufc-undispute/#comments Don't think we can't see you out there, you UFC ultra-fan you. You're the guy with posters of Flint Ironstag and Bolt Vanderhuge all over your home gym. You're the guy with the octagon-shaped bed, the chain-link wallpaper and one of those old-timey uvula punching bags mounted in your shower. You breathe this stuff, and THQ knows it. That's why they've entrusted you specifically with the solemn duty of determining which fighter will grace the cover of UFC Undisputed 3.

You've got between now and September 30 to vote for one of five fighters, so start blasting your core and jammin' on your quads now; that clickin' finger needs to be in peak physical condition. Once you've cast your ballot, you'll have the chance to win passes to a live UFC event, as if you didn't have season tickets already. Remember to always stretch properly before using the internet, and never vote on cover art without a spotter.

JoystiqYou -- yes you -- can select the cover athlete for UFC Undisputed 3 originally appeared on Joystiq on Sun, 28 Aug 2011 21:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>cover-artmicrosoftplaystationps3THQUFCufc-undisputed-3xboxYukesSun, 28 Aug 2011 21:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Japan's Heavy Rain box art barely stays above water]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/01/20/japans-heavy-rain-box-art-barely-stays-above-water/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/01/20/japans-heavy-rain-box-art-barely-stays-above-water/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/01/20/japans-heavy-rain-box-art-barely-stays-above-water/#comments The Japanese box art for Heavy Rain, featuring a nose and mouth barely staying above water, is probably the most sinister and mysterious out of all the regions. Andriasang has posted all three images in succession for comparison. No word yet if the Japanese art will be available online to print like the European cover -- but that would only seem fair, right? (Come on, play along.)

It'll be interesting to see how the game does across the oceans, with the European and Japanese covers lacking a certain marketing appeal that's quite prominent in the North American cover. Heavy Rain will try to grab attention with its box art -- and whatever else it has at its disposal -- when it releases later next month.

Gallery: Heavy Rain

JoystiqJapan's Heavy Rain box art barely stays above water originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 20 Jan 2010 11:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>cover-artheavy-rainInteractive-Dramaquantic-dreamSCESCEAsonySony-Computer-EntertainmentSony-Computer-Entertainment-AmericaWed, 20 Jan 2010 11:30:00 EST<![CDATA[It's-a Mario World: The Lost Premises]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2008/08/22/its-a-mario-world-the-lost-premises/http://www.joystiq.com/2008/08/22/its-a-mario-world-the-lost-premises/http://www.joystiq.com/2008/08/22/its-a-mario-world-the-lost-premises/#commentsFiled under:


Being a solitary Mario fanatic is rewarding in its own right, but when the obsession is affirmed by other people, gaming geekery reaches new heights. More cultural icon than game character, Mario has inspired everything from an animated television series to an extremely lengthy scarf. And probably a couple of other things in between, like cakes and stuff. Most recently, though, we've become infatuated with the thriving community over at VGBoxArt.com, a website dedicated to all kinds of game box artwork, both real and imagined.

Barring occasionally subpar Photoshop skills, voluntary contributors to the site's public database have created an interesting collection of box art. Whether it be a reinterpretation of an existing cover or a completely new idea for a game, box art in the Wii category is worth checking out. Of course, the Mario-themed works take precedence in this humble feature, and we've assembled a new gallery showcasing the finer of the bunch. Click on and imagine the Mario games you'll likely never see.
It's-a Mario World is a weekly feature in which the ubiquity of Nintendo's flagship character is celebrated: We'll incessantly ruminate about mustache wax, debate the curious whereabouts of the princess and covet the luminous power stars strewn about the galaxy. Check back here every Friday to find out what strange and wonderful thing has got us tipping our caps.

JoystiqIt's-a Mario World: The Lost Premises originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 22 Aug 2008 13:51:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>boxartcover-artits-a-mario-worldjoystiqfeaturesmario-bros.mario-brothersmockupsuper-mario-brosFri, 22 Aug 2008 13:51:00 EST<![CDATA[Brett Favre named as Madden NFL 09 cover athlete]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2008/04/25/brett-favre-named-as-madden-nfl-09-cover-athlete/http://www.joystiq.com/2008/04/25/brett-favre-named-as-madden-nfl-09-cover-athlete/http://www.joystiq.com/2008/04/25/brett-favre-named-as-madden-nfl-09-cover-athlete/#commentsFiled under:

Confirming an earlier report that appeared on GameDaily, Brett Favre announced he would be honored as the cover athlete for Madden NFL 09; the 20th Anniversary of the series.

The announcement was made during an interview by Late Show host David Letterman. While news may come as a surprise considering Favre recently retired from the sport, his accomplishments alone warrant the appointment.

In his career Brett Favre was awarded one Super Bowl championship, 3 AP NFL MVP awards, was a Pro Bowl and All-Pro selection 9 and 7 times respectively and holds over 7 NFL records, including most career passing yards (61,655 all-time yards).

Finally, a cover athlete that can end that silly Madden curse. Unless Favre falls off his fishing boat this summer or something.

Madden NFL 09 is set to release on August 12.

[via Joystiq]
[Image via GameSpot]

JoystiqBrett Favre named as Madden NFL 09 cover athlete originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 25 Apr 2008 10:45:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>cover-arteaea-sportsmadden-09Fri, 25 Apr 2008 10:45:00 EST<![CDATA[Capcom offers box art 'redemption' for Okami Wii]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2008/04/24/capcom-offers-box-art-redemption-for-okami-wii/http://www.joystiq.com/2008/04/24/capcom-offers-box-art-redemption-for-okami-wii/http://www.joystiq.com/2008/04/24/capcom-offers-box-art-redemption-for-okami-wii/#commentsFiled under: ,

Capcom has responded to the Okami Wii box snafu by offering replacement cover artwork "to better reflect the artistic nature of the game," which we presume is a more professional way to say "to better remove the reflection of the IGN watermark."

Head over to the Cover Artwork Redemption page (yes, they call it redemption) to fill out the form and choose one of three designs, including a "redesigned" version of the original. Previews for the other two replacements are shown above. The offer is free and an email confirmation from Capcom states the cover art will be shipping "in the next few weeks."

JoystiqCapcom offers box art 'redemption' for Okami Wii originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 24 Apr 2008 10:25:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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