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[Midway Arcade launches on iOS with Joust, Spy Hunter, more]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2012/02/23/midway-arcade-launches-on-ios-with-joust-spy-hunter-more/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/02/23/midway-arcade-launches-on-ios-with-joust-spy-hunter-more/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/02/23/midway-arcade-launches-on-ios-with-joust-spy-hunter-more/#comments Midway -- well, Warner Bros. since there's no Midway anymore -- joins the group of publishers releasing iOS compilations of classic games. The 99-cent Midway Arcade app includes emulated versions of Spy Hunter, Rampage, Joust, Root Beer Tapper, Defender, and Arch Rivals, along with "Air Hockey, Arcade Basketball, Pool, and Roll Ball" -- 3D recreations of arcade attractions.

You know more games are available as in-app purchases. Currently, two "Game Packs" are available, one including NARC, Total Carnage, and APB, and another containing, Wizard of Wor and the two Gauntlets. We're looking very critically at these to see which of them are likely to be tolerable with touch controls. We're probably going to find out for ourselves.

Gallery: Midway Arcade (iOS)

JoystiqMidway Arcade launches on iOS with Joust, Spy Hunter, more originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 23 Feb 2012 15:20:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>defenderiosipadiphonejoustmidway-arcademobileroot-beer-tapperwarner-brosThu, 23 Feb 2012 15:20:00 EST<![CDATA[Fez, Johann Sebastian Joust win at the IndieCade 2011 awards]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2011/10/07/fez-johann-sebastian-joust-win-at-the-indiecade-2011-awards/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/10/07/fez-johann-sebastian-joust-win-at-the-indiecade-2011-awards/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/10/07/fez-johann-sebastian-joust-win-at-the-indiecade-2011-awards/#comments The 2011 IndieCade Awards were held in Santa Monica last evening and, in a pretty informal event, Phil Fish's Fez came away with the biggest wins of the night. It received two awards, one for Story/World Design, and the second for the Best in Show prize. Johann Sebastian Joust, a physical game that challenges players to hold PlayStation Move controllers still while getting audio feedback in musical form, also picked up two awards: one for Best Technology, and another award for Impact on the community.

Tom Sennett's manic Deepak Fights Robots won the award for best Gameplay Design, Superbrothers' Sword and Sworcery EP picked up the award for Visuals, and Proteus, in which players are offered up a musical environment to explore, won for best Sound. Interaction went to German physical game Ordnungswissenschaft, and the Special Recognition award went to side-scrolling puzzler platformer The Swapper.

The ceremony itself was short but wacky. Presenters like Samm Levine and Martin Starr (of TV's "Freaks and Geeks"), as well as web video stars Team Unicorn and Sandeep Parikh, cracked sometimes awkward jokes, while the indie developers themselves acted (unsurprisingly) indie. Joust's team used one of their awards speeches to silently demo the game, and Tom Sennett took the stage to simply announce, "I'm Tom Sennett, and I don't give a fuck!" Fish himself (above) laughed maniacally after winning his second award, and then joked that he thought the Canadian Sword and Sworcery team was going to win. "Take that, Toronto!" he joked.

We'll be at IndieCade over the rest of the weekend, so stay tuned for more coverage.

JoystiqFez, Johann Sebastian Joust win at the IndieCade 2011 awards originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 07 Oct 2011 09:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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PSN Tuesday brings the cute and epic this week. Cute comes in the form of Rocket Knight, which may have some of its sales fueled by nostalgia, but can be a blast for those in the mood for classic (pseudo) 2D side-scrolling. The epic is delivered by Dragon Age: Origins' "Darkspawn Chronicles" DLC, which is just the latest add-on in the saga of Ferelden -- this one with a "what if" twist.

Check out the full update after the break.


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Gallery: Rocket Knight

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JoystiqPSN Tuesday: Rocket Knight, Dragon Age's Darkspawn Chronicles originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 18 May 2010 18:18:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>dragon-age-origins-darkspawn-chroniclesechochromejoustPSNPSN-Storepsn-tuesdaypsn-weeklyrocket-knightsam-and-maxTue, 18 May 2010 18:18:00 EST<![CDATA[Join the cause with '80s arcade propaganda art]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/04/14/join-the-cause-with-80s-arcade-propaganda-art/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/04/14/join-the-cause-with-80s-arcade-propaganda-art/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/04/14/join-the-cause-with-80s-arcade-propaganda-art/#comments Forget about minimalism, it's time to join the fight! Illustrator Steve Thomas has fashioned four propaganda-style posters urging all of us to push back against '80s arcade all-stars Donkey Kong, Joust, Frogger, and Dig Dug, contending you should "Find your place among the flying elite!" and "Defeat the beast!"

For prices ranging from $11.95 to $41.95 (starting at 11"x16" and getting as large as 35"x52"), you can snag yourself one of these beauts -- there are even framing options, should you be so inclined. That said, given the flood of folks rushing to purchase Justin Russo's aforementioned posters just last week, we'd suggest getting in on this one early before they're all gone.

[Via GameSetWatch]

JoystiqJoin the cause with '80s arcade propaganda art originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 14 Apr 2010 19:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>artdig-dugdonkey-kongfroggerjoustjustin-russoposterspropagandaretrosteve-thomasWed, 14 Apr 2010 19:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Midway's XBLA classics removed from Marketplace]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/02/17/midway-xbla-classics-removed-from-xbox-marketplace/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/02/17/midway-xbla-classics-removed-from-xbox-marketplace/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/02/17/midway-xbla-classics-removed-from-xbox-marketplace/#comments Several classic Midway games have been removed from Xbox Live Arcade, including Cyberball 2072, Defender, Gauntlet, Joust, Paperboy, Robotron 2084, Rootbeer Tapper, Smash TV and Ultimate Mortal Kombat 3. The titles have been pulled due to "publisher evolving rights and permissions," according to a Major Nelson tweet, but will remain playable and can be re-downloaded by users that previously purchased any of the games. While Major Nelson didn't expressly say so, it would appear that the disappearing titles are the result of Warner Bros.' acquisition of Midway last year. Warner Bros. now owns at least some of the trademarks involved in the removal from XBLA.

You're not alone in suspecting that some of the affected titles were pulled in anticipation of Microsoft's upcoming Game Room (where different versions of the same games could presumably be made available for purchase). After all, the simply emulated Game Room games don't stack up well against their more fully-featured XBLA counterparts. However, Major Nelson has quashed that theory, tweeting, "No, it's not Game room related."

This is not the first time that XBLA content has been pulled because of changing publisher relationships. Lost Cities was removed from XBLA last year after licensing rights were lost in the Activision-Vivendi merger.

JoystiqMidway's XBLA classics removed from Marketplace originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 17 Feb 2010 14:31:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>cyberballcyberball-2072defendergauntletjoustMicrosoftmidwaypaperboyrobotron-2084rootbeer-tappersmash-tvultimate-mortal-kombat-3warner-brosxblaxblmXbox-360Wed, 17 Feb 2010 14:31:00 EST<![CDATA[Warner Bros. trademark transfer of Midway begins]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/08/06/warner-bros-trademark-transfer-of-midway-begins/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/08/06/warner-bros-trademark-transfer-of-midway-begins/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/08/06/warner-bros-trademark-transfer-of-midway-begins/#comments According to recently filed trademarks, the transfer of Midway's various game licenses to Warner Bros. Interactive has begun. Supererogatory spotted the first group of games that have been approved by the US Patent and Trademark Office -- including Robotron 2084, Defender, Joust and Wheelman, among others -- and asserted that the rest have yet to go through.

With the possible re-branding of the ex-Midway Mortal Kombat team to WB Games Chicago and dissolution of Midway's executive ranks a few weeks ago, it appears as though the dismantling of Midway Games as it once was is nearly complete. We'll always have NBA Jam, right Midway?

JoystiqWarner Bros. trademark transfer of Midway begins originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 06 Aug 2009 16:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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As if we didn't already have enough ways to purchase Joust, Midway has launched the "Midway Arcade," which offers just as much quarter-pumping excitement as the name implies. The online store -- really, it's just a store -- features 14 ancients for purchase and download in preset bundles, along with, oddly enough, $5 PC versions of select games from Midway's TouchMaster compilation for DS. Midway's also selling some of its contemporary efforts -- in another location -- for direct download to PC, highlighted by titles like Unreal Tournament 3 and ... what's this? Midway Arcade Treasures! That's right, today alone, we've got two new ways to own Joust. You know, just in case.

The full list of releases is posted after the break.

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JoystiqMidway launches online arcade, digital storefront originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 11 Jul 2008 14:26:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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You know us. We normally stick to our own business, avoid trying to tell others how to run their lives. Unfortunately, much like the crabby old woman in the apartment directly below yours, we can't keep our mouths shut about this. Two Hollywood producers, Christine Peters and Michael Cerenzie, have made a new company aimed at the movie goer under 25 years old called CP Productions. The first project? "A new imagining of Midway Games' classic Joust."

There are a hundred reasons why this is a terrible idea, but we're going to pick our favorite (besides the fact that it's a game about fighting giant buzzards). Joust was released in 1982 and the movie's due in 2008. That means that the target demo for the film was between 0 and negative 12 years old when Joust came out. Congrats, CP Productions, it sounds like you're off to a great start.

JoystiqSomeone's actually making a Joust movie originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 28 Aug 2007 14:45:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Are you ready for this? We feel like, for the first time, we are relaying some good news to all the Europeans out there. Read on to see what your PSN Store now contains.
Where to start! Yes, the games are Midway rehashes (and you know how we feel about those) but, really, it's the thought that counts. Sony are finally pulling their collective finger out and releasing some decent content to the European market. As a quick aside, we can't stop watching that Haze trailer. Honestly. It's on repeat in the background at this very moment.

But what of the Motorstorm Time Attack Mode? We only just got done telling you that it has been delayed, which it has. In America, at least. For those of you about to download it, take heed. There are reports of problems occuring unless you do things in the proper order. Load Motorstorm and update to version 1.2 in the online menu, then download the Time Attack Mode and install.

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JoystiqEuropean PSN releases for June 15th originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 15 Jun 2007 15:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>euroreleasesHazeJoustLairMotorstormRampartSuper Stardust HDSuperStardustHdThe DarknessTheDarknessFri, 15 Jun 2007 15:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Joust to impale the PS Network tomorrow for $5]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2007/05/23/joust-to-impale-the-ps-network-tomorrow-for-5/http://www.joystiq.com/2007/05/23/joust-to-impale-the-ps-network-tomorrow-for-5/http://www.joystiq.com/2007/05/23/joust-to-impale-the-ps-network-tomorrow-for-5/#commentsFiled under: , , ,

What is the price of nostalgia? Sony has announced that starting tomorrow, you will be able to ride your ostrich and thwart buzzard-riding knights when Midway's Joust arrives on the PlayStation Network for $4.99.

Judging by the press release and attached screenshots, the game looks to be visually untouched from its original state. We had a hard time recommending the game for $5 (then 400 MS points) last year when it was released, with updated visuals, on Xbox Live, and we have just as hard of a time recommending it now on the PS3. However, if you have deep-rooted memories in this game (and don't already have it in one of the other Midway bundles), this is for you.

JoystiqJoust to impale the PS Network tomorrow for $5 originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 23 May 2007 18:25:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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In addition to the firmware upgrade and Warhawk beta, the PS Store will feature a brand-new old game tomorrow: Joust. Players will battle enemy knights, lava trolls and pterodactyls in this revived Midway classic. In addition to enhanced resolution, the game will also feature online leaderboards.

The download will be available on the Store tomorrow for only $4.99.

Gallery: Joust

JoystiqJoust to headline tomorrow's Store update originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 23 May 2007 16:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Sony continues to release a steady flow of Midway arcade classics over the PLAYSTATION Store. As we mentioned yesterday, this week's new downloadable title is Rampage: World Tour. Unfortunately, that's about it for this week. The only other thing is a video of the next Midway arcade release, Joust. Joy. Sony has also temporarily lowered the price on flOw. For a limited time, you can download one of the best PSN titles out there for only $4.99 (normally $7.99).

Not much this time around, it's really a shame Sony didn't load up a bunch of the HD trailers from Gamer's Day. I'd LOVE to see the Uncharted trailer on my big screen.

JoystiqNorth American PLAYSTATION Store releases for the week originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 18 May 2007 20:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>ActionFlowjoustmidwayplaystation storePlaystationStorePSNrampageSCEASonyThatGameCompanyFri, 18 May 2007 20:00:00 EST<![CDATA[SOE to bring six Midway classics to Playstation Network]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2007/01/08/soe-to-bring-six-midway-classics-to-playstation-network/http://www.joystiq.com/2007/01/08/soe-to-bring-six-midway-classics-to-playstation-network/http://www.joystiq.com/2007/01/08/soe-to-bring-six-midway-classics-to-playstation-network/#commentsFiled under: , , ,

In an effort to ensure that Joust will grace just about every console known to humankind, Sony Online Entertainment announced today that Mortal Kombat II, Gauntlet II, Rampart, Rampage World Tour, Championship Spirit and yes, Joust, will all be making their way to the Playstation Network.

These six titles, chosen based upon their specific multiplayer strengths, will be playable online and developed by SOE themselves as opposed to a third-party company along the lines of Digital Eclipse who handled the Xbox Live Arcade ports for Midway. Dates and prices have yet to be announced beyond "early 2007," so we should have but a short wait ahead of us before we find out if someone out there listened to our own Vlad's whacky ideas concerning these classic quarter gobblers.

JoystiqSOE to bring six Midway classics to Playstation Network originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 08 Jan 2007 12:45:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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