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[Capcom calls earnings 'sluggish' over last fiscal year]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/05/07/capcom-calls-earnings-sluggish-over-last-fiscal-year/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/05/07/capcom-calls-earnings-sluggish-over-last-fiscal-year/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/05/07/capcom-calls-earnings-sluggish-over-last-fiscal-year/#commentsUsually, a company's financial results press release is just called "Financial results for [insert time period]" or something equally neutral, but Capcom went ahead and put "sluggish" in its own headline to describe its fiscal year ending March 31. The publisher's net sales for the year were ¥66.84 billion ($751.35 million), down 27.3 percent from the previous fiscal year, and net income plummeted 73.1 percent year-over-year to just ¥2.17 billion ($24.36 million).

Capcom blamed the financial decline on the delays of Lost Planet 2, Super Street Fighter IV and Monster Hunter Tri to the current fiscal year, though the company previously took these delays into account in a revised earnings forecast last December. (On the bright side, actual nets sales did surpass the predicted figures by about ¥1.84 billion.) In addition to the delays, earnings suffered from sluggish sales of Dark Void, Bionic Commando and Resident Evil: The Darkside Chronicles, which all failed to meet Capcom's expectations.

JoystiqCapcom calls earnings 'sluggish' over last fiscal year originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 07 May 2010 09:39:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>bionic-commandocapcomdark-voidearningsfinancial-resultsfy-2009-2010lost-planet-2q4resident-evil-darkside-chroniclesResident-Evil-The-Darkside-ChroniclessalessoftwareFri, 07 May 2010 09:39:00 EST<![CDATA[Assassin's Creed 2 takes seven at MI6 Awards]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/04/02/assassins-creed-2-takes-seven-at-mi6-awards/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/04/02/assassins-creed-2-takes-seven-at-mi6-awards/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/04/02/assassins-creed-2-takes-seven-at-mi6-awards/#comments As if Assassin's Creed 2 hadn't already taken enough prestigious awards (not to mention a number two spot in our best of 2009 list), the MI6 released word today that the game also earned seven gold awards in marketing at the fifth annual MI6 Awards on April 1 in San Francisco. From "Outstanding Overall Integrated Marketing Campaign" (though all the cool kids call it the "OOIMC" -- pronounced "oo-imp-ka") to "Outstanding TV or Theatrical Ad Campaign," AC2 swept the awards show, only closely lead by Resident Evil: The Darkside Chronicles and NBA 2K10 at four each (remember folks, these are awards for marketing).

If you'd like, the whole list is available here (in PDF format, so you know). And yeah, if you hadn't already guessed, the Darkside Chronicles shirt was totally voted "Best Swag." Deservedly so.

JoystiqAssassin's Creed 2 takes seven at MI6 Awards originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 02 Apr 2010 18:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>assassins-creedassassins-creed-2Assassins-Creed-iiawardsmarketingmi6mi6-awardsmi6-awards-2010Microsoftnba-2k10resident-evil-the-darkside-chroniclesubisoftubisoft-montrealXbox-360Fri, 02 Apr 2010 18:15:00 EST<![CDATA[Capcom France head wary of Wii, says 2010 will be a 'difficult year' for DS and PSP]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/01/06/capcom-france-head-wary-of-wii-says-2010-will-be-a-difficult-y/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/01/06/capcom-france-head-wary-of-wii-says-2010-will-be-a-difficult-y/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/01/06/capcom-france-head-wary-of-wii-says-2010-will-be-a-difficult-y/#comments Though we've yet to see official numbers on November's Resident Evil: The Darkside Chronicles, Capcom France head Antoine Seux told Gamekult in a recent interview that sales of the game were "below what we had hoped." The English translation of the interview indicates that just 16,000 units were sold worldwide as of December 23, something that has Seux feeling "concerned" as Capcom continues to develop for Nintendo's consoles.

"Indeed, the Wii is becoming complex," he says. Seux believes that high-profile games like Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games and New Super Mario Bros. Wii -- games that were "strongly supported" by "massive advertising campaigns" -- are the only ones that stand a chance. "For us, Capcom, the future is the PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360," he finishes up with, couching that in his belief that "This will be a difficult year for the handheld in general, DS or PSP." Perhaps he's been borrowing Pachter's sorcery ball?

[Via Nintendo Everything]

JoystiqCapcom France head wary of Wii, says 2010 will be a 'difficult year' for DS and PSP originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 06 Jan 2010 19:35:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>antoine-seuxcapcomcapcom-franceDSmario-and-sonic-at-the-olympic-gamesMicrosoftnew-super-mario-bros-wiiNintendoresident-evilresident-evil-the-darkside-chroniclesWiiXbox-360Wed, 06 Jan 2010 19:35:00 EST<![CDATA[Resident Evil: The Discount Chronicles]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/12/24/resident-evil-the-discount-chronicles/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/12/24/resident-evil-the-discount-chronicles/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/12/24/resident-evil-the-discount-chronicles/#commentsWe're beyond last-minute gift recommendations at this point, so we'll just assume selfish motivations behind any desire to purchase Resident Evil: The Darkside Chronicles today. The good news is that if you'd like to indulge that selfish desire, it'll only run you $29.77 today.

Amazon knocked about $20 off the price of the Wii rail shooter, which features settings and characters from Resident Evil 2 and Code Veronica, as its Deal of the Day. The game just came out in November! We're tempted to call it a Christmas miracle -- though maybe we'll save that declaration for when something is discounted to $20.

Gallery: Resident Evil: The Darkside Chronicles (Wii)

JoystiqResident Evil: The Discount Chronicles originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 24 Dec 2009 09:45:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Remember that awesome ad starring Wario from back in the ought eight? Well, Capcom's taken a page straight out of The Big N's playbook and offered up an interactive Resident Evil: The Darkside Chronicles trailer over at GameTrailers. The trailer doesn't shake things up like Wario did, but it does make a comparable mess. If you've got children in the computer room or folks who cringe at that one scene in The Shining (you know, that one), then you may want to escort them out of the room before clicking through.

...

Done? Good. Now go enjoy yourself some zombie de-faceification.

JoystiqResident Evil: The Darkside Chronicles trailer makes a mess of your browser originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 12 Nov 2009 18:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>capcomresident-evilresident-evil-the-darkside-chroniclesthe-darkside-chroniclesThu, 12 Nov 2009 18:15:00 EST<![CDATA[New Resident Evil: The Darkside Chronicles trailer]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/11/05/new-resident-evil-the-darkside-chronicles-trailer/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/11/05/new-resident-evil-the-darkside-chronicles-trailer/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/11/05/new-resident-evil-the-darkside-chronicles-trailer/#comments Capcom has dropped the final Resident Evil: The Darkside Chronicles trailer, leading up to the game's November 17 release. Rather than shower us with gameplay -- though there is some in there -- Capcom has opted to give gamers plenty of CG and lots of corny text. For example, did you know that Darkside Chronicles will "make your pulse race" and is "a terrifying gun shooting experience?" Well, it is, so you'd best deal with it.

JoystiqNew Resident Evil: The Darkside Chronicles trailer originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 05 Nov 2009 19:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>cacpresident-evilResident-Evil-The-Darkside-ChroniclesThu, 05 Nov 2009 19:15:00 EST<![CDATA[Resident Evil: The Darkside Chronicles cubecraft is sharp around the edges]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/11/02/resident-evil-the-darkside-chronicles-cubecraft-is-sharp-around/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/11/02/resident-evil-the-darkside-chronicles-cubecraft-is-sharp-around/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/11/02/resident-evil-the-darkside-chronicles-cubecraft-is-sharp-around/#comments
If your fascination with the characters of the Resident Evil universe extends beyond the confines of each game, then you may like to know that Cubeecraft and Capcom Europe have teamed up to offer some papercraft versions of Resident Evil: The Darkside Chronicles characters. With little more than a printer, some paper and the ability to fold strategically, you can make miniaturized and highly flammable versions of your favorite characters, perfect for reenacting scenes from the games. Well, unless your favorite character is Steve Burnside. He's nowhere to be found, which may or may not be a really good thing.

[Via Cubeecraft]

JoystiqResident Evil: The Darkside Chronicles cubecraft is sharp around the edges originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 02 Nov 2009 13:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>capcompapercraftresident-evilresident-evil-the-darkside-chroniclesMon, 02 Nov 2009 13:15:00 EST<![CDATA[Japanese gamers get Darkside Chronicles collector's pack]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/10/27/japanese-gamers-get-darkside-chronicles-collectors-pack/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/10/27/japanese-gamers-get-darkside-chronicles-collectors-pack/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/10/27/japanese-gamers-get-darkside-chronicles-collectors-pack/#comments While the rest of the world will be shooting zombies next month, Japanese gamers are forced to wait until early next year for Resident Evil: The Darkside Chronicles to be released. But it isn't all bad news for our Far East brothers and sisters: Japanese gamers will have the opportunity to purchase a special collector's edition of the game.

According to Siliconera, the collector's edition includes a soundtrack CD labeled Darkside Symphony, a promotional DVD, a (sweet, we guess) reversible cover and the game for 8,390¥ ($91 USD). Also, in the seemingly never-ending world of preorder bonuses, Japanese gamers willing to throw a deposit down for the game will nab a detailed character booklet called the Darkside Report.

No zombie shirt? We win.

JoystiqJapanese gamers get Darkside Chronicles collector's pack originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 27 Oct 2009 22:31:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>capcomcollectors-editiondarkside-chroniclesjapanresident-evilresident-evil-darkside-chroniclesresident-evil-the-darkside-chroniclesTue, 27 Oct 2009 22:31:00 EST<![CDATA[Capcom shambles to the Toronto Zombie Walk]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/10/22/capcom-shambles-to-the-toronto-zombie-walk/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/10/22/capcom-shambles-to-the-toronto-zombie-walk/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/10/22/capcom-shambles-to-the-toronto-zombie-walk/#comments First: Toronto has an annual Zombie Walk? How cool is that? Anyhway, in order to promote Resident Evil: The Darkside Chronicles, Capcom will have a presence at this year's brain-munching jamboree, which takes place on Saturday, October 24. The company will have a tent at the event, giving people free zombie makeovers. We presume Capcom will do this with makeup and not by doling out actual zombie bites. Capcom has also sponsored a series of rather disturbing ads for the event, one of which you will find after the break. Warning: It's gross.

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JoystiqCapcom shambles to the Toronto Zombie Walk originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 22 Oct 2009 04:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>brainscapcomNintendoresident-evilResident-Evil-The-Darkside-Chroniclestoronto-zombie-walkWiizombiesThu, 22 Oct 2009 04:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Game Crazy offers money clip for Darkside Chronicles pre-orders]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/10/21/game-crazy-offers-money-clip-for-darkside-chronicles-pre-orders/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/10/21/game-crazy-offers-money-clip-for-darkside-chronicles-pre-orders/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/10/21/game-crazy-offers-money-clip-for-darkside-chronicles-pre-orders/#commentsWith any other game, a novelty money clip, like the one Game Crazy is offering with Resident Evil: The Darkside Chronicles , would be quite an enticing bonus. But when pre-ordering across the street at GameStop will net you a T-shirt that turns you into a zombie, it takes a bit of the shine off the apple, doesn't it?

Also, that Raccoon Police clip has the potential to start some uncomfortable conversations in the real world. Are you really ready for people to ask you if the Raccoon Police's jurisdiction extends beyond figuring out who tipped over neighborhood trash cans, or how you got your uniform over your bushy, striped tail? No, we didn't think so.

JoystiqGame Crazy offers money clip for Darkside Chronicles pre-orders originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 21 Oct 2009 12:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Last week, the Tokyo Game Show brought in over 100 posts worth of news, previews, interviews, galleries, and videos. Clearly, a lot happened. If you're looking for a comprehensive list of all the goings-on during TGS 2009, Joystiq has you covered -- and organized!

Click on a platform below to scan the highlights:

(On the far right: that's "News" and "Culture" on the top and bottom, respectively)

Continue reading TGS 2009: The Recap Post

JoystiqTGS 2009: The Recap Post originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 02 Oct 2009 22:10:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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If there's one thing to be thankful for in the face of Capcom's steady stream of Resident Evil games, it's that we've all been given a fairly comprehensive education on the undead blight. We can see a zombie coming a mile away, which presents an odd sense of frustration when the game's own characters fail to do the same. No, that person isn't sick. It's a zombie and it's going to bite your neck off. Just shoot it!

The Darkside Chronicles, an instantly familiar follow-up to the Wii's Umbrella Chronicles, often hesitates to pull the trigger. It takes a leisurely stroll when least appropriate and it's slow to react when things do get exciting. You might think that your friends Survival-Horror and On-Rails Shooter would get along just fine, but leave them both in the room while you go to the toilet and it's just awkward silence.

Gallery: Resident Evil: The Darkside Chronicles (TGS 2009)

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JoystiqHands-on: Resident Evil: The Darkside Chronicles originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 30 Sep 2009 17:45:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>biohazardcapcomNintendoresident-evilresident-evil-the-darkside-chroniclestgs-2009the-darkside-chroniclesWiiWed, 30 Sep 2009 17:45:00 EST<![CDATA[TGS 2009: Resident Evil: The Darkside Chronicles heads to South America]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/09/24/tgs-2009-resident-evil-the-darkside-chronicles-heads-to-south/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/09/24/tgs-2009-resident-evil-the-darkside-chronicles-heads-to-south/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/09/24/tgs-2009-resident-evil-the-darkside-chronicles-heads-to-south/#commentsCapcom has unloaded a truckload of new media onto TGS attendees for upcoming Wii point-n-shooter Resident Evil: The Darkside Chronicles, featuring a new, South American chapter. Leon Kennedy and RE4 bad guy (and Prototype, uh, prototype) Jack Krauser form an unlikely team for the side story. As if that wasn't enough to purple nurple the most diehard of Resident Evil fans, there's some re-imagining of elements from Code Veronica sprinkled into the new game as well.

After you've digested the video above, shoot past the break for another, and if you're looking for something a bit less moving, head into our gallery below. Resident Evil: The Darkside Chronicles is scheduled for release on November 17.

Gallery: Resident Evil: The Darkside Chronicles (TGS 2009)

Continue reading TGS 2009: Resident Evil: The Darkside Chronicles heads to South America

JoystiqTGS 2009: Resident Evil: The Darkside Chronicles heads to South America originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 24 Sep 2009 12:41:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Once a Comic-Con exclusive, the fan-tastic Resident Evil zombie face T-shirt that is GameStop's pre-order bonus for Resident Evil: The Darkside Chronicles is being released on November 17. Oh, and so is the game. (Darkside Chronicles, that is -- not a game based on the shirt, although that would be ... interesting.)

OK, so back to the T-shirt. Capcom's also making it available via its online store for $24.95. Of course, for just $25.04 more you can get the shirt and the game, which we guess you could play when you're not freaking people the eff out in your awesome shirt.

JoystiqCapcom announces release date for Resident Evil T-shirt, also Darkside Chronicles originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 25 Aug 2009 19:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Dear European Readers, we're pleased to inform you that you'll be getting Resident Evil: The Darkside Chronicles on November 27. Heck, you're even getting a special bundle that includes the game and a Wii Zapper. We regret to inform you, however, that you won't be getting a Resident Evil zombie face T-shirt that can double as a Halloween (you have that there, right?) costume, in addition to being incredibly awesome.

If you're reading this in the US, don't be jealous of our overseas friends' plastic, gun-like shell. We have The Shirt. We can also buy the Resident Evil Shot Blaster, which eats Zappers for breakfast. (But is, unluckily for it, one step down the food chain from the Shark Gun.)

[Via GoNintendo]

JoystiqEurope gets Darkside Chronicles Zapper bundle Nov. 27, no zombie T-shirt originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 25 Aug 2009 16:45:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>capcomresident-evilresident-evil-the-darkside-chronicleswii-zapperTue, 25 Aug 2009 16:45:00 EST<![CDATA[GameStop offers Resident Evil: Darkside Chronicles shirt with pre-order]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/08/19/gamestop-offers-resident-evil-darkside-chronicles-shirt-with-pr/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/08/19/gamestop-offers-resident-evil-darkside-chronicles-shirt-with-pr/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/08/19/gamestop-offers-resident-evil-darkside-chronicles-shirt-with-pr/#commentsForget every negative thing we've ever said about GameStop. That company is made up entirely of heroes. Why? Because when you pre-order Resident Evil: The Darkside Chronicles from GameStop, you'll receive the formerly Comic-Con exclusive zombie face t-shirt. We're just ... so relieved to be able to get one of these -- we thought the opportunity had passed.

Sure, this is probably more Capcom's doing than GameStop's, but we get to love Capcom all the time. We're giving GameStop a chance today.

We really like that shirt.

[Thanks, Matthew!]

JoystiqGameStop offers Resident Evil: Darkside Chronicles shirt with pre-order originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 19 Aug 2009 11:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>capcomgamestoppre-orderresident-evilresident-evil-the-darkside-chroniclesshirtzombieWed, 19 Aug 2009 11:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Capcom reveals the outside packaging for Resident Evil: The Darkside Chronicles]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/07/29/capcom-reveals-the-outside-packaging-for-resident-evil-the-dark/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/07/29/capcom-reveals-the-outside-packaging-for-resident-evil-the-dark/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/07/29/capcom-reveals-the-outside-packaging-for-resident-evil-the-dark/#commentsThe North American box art for Resident Evil: The Darkside Chronicles, as posted on Capcom-Unity today, is very blue. We suspect its overwhelming, vivid blueness will draw attention from retail shoppers.

Once they focus more on the luminous blue object on the shelf, they'll see Leon Kennedy (last seen holding a gun in a somewhat different position on the RE4 Wii Edition box) and Claire Redfield in the front, and Code Veronica's Steve Burnside (who may as well be Leon) and ... some guy in the background. Also, zombies.

See the full box art after the break!

Gallery: Resident Evil: The Darkside Chronicles (Wii)

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JoystiqCapcom reveals the outside packaging for Resident Evil: The Darkside Chronicles originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 29 Jul 2009 15:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>boxartcapcomresident-evilresident-evil-the-darkside-chroniclessurvival-horrorWed, 29 Jul 2009 15:00:00 EST<![CDATA[That's a wrap: Comic-Con 2009]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/07/27/thats-a-wrap-comic-con-2009/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/07/27/thats-a-wrap-comic-con-2009/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/07/27/thats-a-wrap-comic-con-2009/#comments
Last week's San Diego Comic-Con was one crazy ride. The Joystiq representatives in attendance were trained in advanced interrogation tactics and managed to extract information on a variety of subjects. We've got an update from Peter Jackson himself on the Halo happenings, first footage of South Park Let's Go Tower Defense Play! and a new game mode for Uncharted 2! Friend, you missed one heck of a week.

But, that's okay! You can get caught up right here, right now. Simply head past the break for a complete summary of all the headlines.
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JoystiqThat's a wrap: Comic-Con 2009 originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 27 Jul 2009 20:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>5th-cellbioshockbioshock-2biowarecapcomcomicsdantes-infernoeaElectronic-Artsfifth-cellgears-of-warhalol4d2left-4-dead-2lost-planet-2mass-effectMicrosoftmoviesneill-blomkampNintendopeter-jacksonresident-evilresident-evil-the-darkside-chroniclesscribblenautssdcc-2009splinter-cell-convictiontatsunoko-vs-capcomthe-rockuncharted-2Uncharted-2-Among-Thievesvalvevisceral-gamesWiiXbox-360Mon, 27 Jul 2009 20:15:00 EST<![CDATA[Comic-Con 2009: Resident Evil: The Darkside Chronicles videos shamble forth]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/07/23/comic-con-2009-resident-evil-the-darkside-chronicles-videos-sh/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/07/23/comic-con-2009-resident-evil-the-darkside-chronicles-videos-sh/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/07/23/comic-con-2009-resident-evil-the-darkside-chronicles-videos-sh/#commentsCapcom has come out in full force for Comic-Con 2009 and brought along with it several new juicy tidbits to savor for each of its upcoming games. In this post, we're highlighting a pair of new gameplay trailers for upcoming Wii sequel Resident Evil: The Darkside Chronicles. The first bit of footage above focuses on Leon and Claire's time in the Raccoon City police station as they gun down everything in sight, while the second video (after the break) showcases Claire and her young companion, Steve, navigating the dark halls and disgusting enemies of Rockfort Island. Enjoy!

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JoystiqComic-Con 2009: Resident Evil: The Darkside Chronicles videos shamble forth originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 23 Jul 2009 23:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>capcomNintendoresident-evilresident-evil-the-darkside-chroniclessdcc-2009the-darkside-chroniclesWiiThu, 23 Jul 2009 23:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Become a Shirt Zombie with this Resident Evil: The Darkside Chronicles shirt]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/07/15/become-a-shirt-zombie-with-this-resident-evil-the-darkside-chro/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/07/15/become-a-shirt-zombie-with-this-resident-evil-the-darkside-chro/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/07/15/become-a-shirt-zombie-with-this-resident-evil-the-darkside-chro/#commentsThe promotional Resident Evil: The Darkside Chronicles shirts Capcom printed up for Comic-Con (which takes place from July 23-26) have their own dark side: specifically, the inside. The shirts look nice enough when worn normally: a "let your darkside out" slogan adorns the front amid zombie silhouettes, and the game's logo occupies the back.

But the inside of each shirt has a special graphic printed upside-down, so that when you flip the shirt over your head, you become a zombie. This is the most amazing advance in swag technology we've seen in years. If you want one (and you do, because wow), you'll have to visit Capcom's special Darkside Chronicles demo area at Comic-Con and try out the co-op mode.

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JoystiqBecome a Shirt Zombie with this Resident Evil: The Darkside Chronicles shirt originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 15 Jul 2009 11:25:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>capcomcomic-con-2009Nintendoresident-evilresident-evil-the-darkside-chroniclesshirtWiiWed, 15 Jul 2009 11:25:00 EST<![CDATA[RE5 producer: Mature games will sell on Wii , but need an 'X-Factor' (hint: it's 'Resident Evil')]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/07/09/re5-producer-mature-games-will-sell-on-wii-but-need-an-x-fac/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/07/09/re5-producer-mature-games-will-sell-on-wii-but-need-an-x-fac/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/07/09/re5-producer-mature-games-will-sell-on-wii-but-need-an-x-fac/#comments Mature games can sell well on Wii; just ask Resident Evil 5 (and RE: The Darkside Chronicles) producer, Masachika Kawata. Speaking to VideoGamer.com, he acknowledged that it's not easy for adult-oriented titles to break out on the system, but says it's still possible given hard work and an "X-Factor."

One of the roadblocks mature games face on Wii is perception, Kawta said. "People get this perception that on Nintendo Wii all there is are cutesy games. However, when you actually try to develop a game on Wii it costs you money, it's time consuming and it's not the easiest console to deal with." So, real games (i.e. ones that aren't cute) are hard to -- wait, did he just say "cutesy" games aren't games? Well, he has been around blood and gore an awful lot lately, but still.

"There are good [mature] games that didn't sell, obviously," Kawata admitted. "You need an X-Factor." We presume he's talking about the likes of Platinum Games' excellent MadWorld, which we have to admit probably would have sold better with the "X-Factor" that's served Capcom so well on Wii: the words "Resident Evil" in the title.

JoystiqRE5 producer: Mature games will sell on Wii , but need an 'X-Factor' (hint: it's 'Resident Evil') originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 09 Jul 2009 20:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>masachika-kawatamatureNintendoresident-evilresident-evil-the-darkside-chroniclessalesWiiThu, 09 Jul 2009 20:00:00 EST<![CDATA[New Resident Evil: The Darkside Chronicles trailer makes with the cheap scares]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/07/02/new-resident-evil-the-darkside-chronicles-trailer-makes-with-th/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/07/02/new-resident-evil-the-darkside-chronicles-trailer-makes-with-th/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/07/02/new-resident-evil-the-darkside-chronicles-trailer-makes-with-th/#commentsCapcom has issued a new trailer for Resident Evil: The Darkside Chronicles, complete with high production values and --OMG what was that?! Sorry, but you see things keep popping --AHHHH! We apologize, we're trying to get this post done, but scary things are making loud noises and jumping right out at us.

Hopefully you'll be able to get through this two-and-a-half minute trailer without suffering a coronary. We'll cross our fingers for you.

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JoystiqNew Resident Evil: The Darkside Chronicles trailer makes with the cheap scares originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 02 Jul 2009 16:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>capcomdarkside-chroniclesresident-evilresident-evil-the-darkside-chroniclesThu, 02 Jul 2009 16:15:00 EST<![CDATA[This Week on the Nintendo Channel: E3 interviews]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/06/22/this-week-on-the-nintendo-channel-e3-interviews/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/06/22/this-week-on-the-nintendo-channel-e3-interviews/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/06/22/this-week-on-the-nintendo-channel-e3-interviews/#commentsThis week, the Nintendo Channel has been flooded with a variety of interviews about big upcoming Wii titles. There are interviews with the folks behind FFCC: The Crystal Bearers, Red Steel 2, Cave Story, and, as you can see above, Resident Evil: The Darkside Chronicles. So, hit up the video above, then if you want more E3 interview goodness, be sure to boot up your Wii and check out what's on the Nintendo Channel.

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JoystiqThis Week on the Nintendo Channel: E3 interviews originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 22 Jun 2009 14:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>capcomcave-storydead-space-extractione3-2009eaffcc-crystal-bearershigh-voltagelucasartsnicalisnintendo-channelred-steel-2resident-evil-the-darkside-chroniclessegasquare-enixtales-of-monkey-islandtelltale-gamesthe-conduitubisoftMon, 22 Jun 2009 14:15:00 EST<![CDATA[Ask Joystiq Nintendo: On rails edition]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/06/11/ask-joystiq-nintendo-on-rails-edition/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/06/11/ask-joystiq-nintendo-on-rails-edition/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/06/11/ask-joystiq-nintendo-on-rails-edition/#commentsWe thought we would be inundated with questions following E3, but it appears that you guys are still too shell-shocked from the Metroid: Other M trailer to speak. Or from the Wii Vitality Sensor reveal. We don't mind telling you, by the way, that we can't help but be delighted that Nintendo is making something that weird. And if you don't think it's a good idea, don't worry too much about it. It's Nintendo, after all, and the thing will end up being used in one game at most.

Anyway, our question this week is about rail shooters. If you have a question for us, send an email to asknintendo AT joystiq DOT com!

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For those of you planning to relive the horrors of Claire and Leon's jaunt through Raccoon City in Resident Evil: The Darkside Chronicles, know that Capcom has confirmed the game will have a dynamic, sliding scale difficulty, Siliconera reports. Depending on how well you're blasting zombie skulls and putting down lunging dogs, the game will ramp up the difficulty or, should you find yourself nothing more than a walking, talking snack for the many undead frequenting this once sleepy mountain town, the game will ease back and give you a fighting chance.

Resident Evil: The Darkside Chronicles is scheduled for release this winter.

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JoystiqResident Evil: The Darkside Chronicles features dynamic difficulty originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 30 Apr 2009 11:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>capcomresident-evilresident-evil-the-darkside-chroniclesthe-darkside-chroniclesThu, 30 Apr 2009 11:15:00 EST<![CDATA[Resident Evil: The Darkside Chronicles trailer blasts through Raccoon City]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/04/28/resident-evil-the-darkside-chronicles-trailer-blasts-through-ra/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/04/28/resident-evil-the-darkside-chronicles-trailer-blasts-through-ra/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/04/28/resident-evil-the-darkside-chronicles-trailer-blasts-through-ra/#comments It's been about a month and a half since we've seen anything on Resident Evil: The Darkside Chronicles, and boy has the wait been worth it. This latest trailer not only shows off several memorable areas in Raccoon City, but it also reveals some of the iconic baddies from the Resident Evil universe making a return, all the while making sure to pour on the buckets of blood. You'd think zombies wouldn't bleed that much, what with coagulation and all. But, then again, you'd think the dead would never walk, either ...

So, head past the break to watch the video, and keep your eyes peeled for Ada Wong, who manages to make a brief appearance.

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JoystiqResident Evil: The Darkside Chronicles trailer blasts through Raccoon City originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 28 Apr 2009 14:45:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>capcomNintendoresident-evilresident-evil-the-darkside-chroniclesthe-darkside-chroniclesWiiTue, 28 Apr 2009 14:45:00 EST<![CDATA[Ada Wong returns in Resident Evil: Darkside Chronicles]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/04/22/ada-wong-returns-in-resident-evil-darkside-chronicles/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/04/22/ada-wong-returns-in-resident-evil-darkside-chronicles/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/04/22/ada-wong-returns-in-resident-evil-darkside-chronicles/#comments
Considering that Resident Evil: The Darkside Chronicles follows Leon and Claire through their wonderful vacation time in Raccoon City during the zombie outbreak, it's only natural to wonder if supporting characters will also return. While we've been holding out for a Hunk announcement (or, better yet, Tofu!), IGN reports that Ada Wong will make a comeback. Even more surprising is that Ada will not be tied to Leon's exploits this time around, as she was in Resident Evil 2, but will even appear alongside Claire Redfield.

Resident Evil: The Darkside Chronicles is slated for a winter release this year.

JoystiqAda Wong returns in Resident Evil: Darkside Chronicles originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 22 Apr 2009 14:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>adaada-wongcapcomresident-evilresident-evil-the-darkside-chroniclesWed, 22 Apr 2009 14:15:00 EST<![CDATA[CAPTIVATE09 takes place in Monte Carlo, new game announcements imminent]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/04/11/captivate09-takes-place-in-monte-carlo-new-game-announcements-i/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/04/11/captivate09-takes-place-in-monte-carlo-new-game-announcements-i/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/04/11/captivate09-takes-place-in-monte-carlo-new-game-announcements-i/#comments
In an effort to reach out to its fans in the Western European version of CAPTIVATE08's setting, Capcom announced details (via Capcom-Unity) this week about its "totally not a gamer's day" event, unironically titled CAPTIVATE09. Taking place in Monte Carlo, Monaco, the company says it's announcing "new games" at the event (emphasis on the "s" at the end there) -- an especially interesting statement to make considering Capcom's Chris Kramer said this week on the Giant Bombcast, "We are announcing at least two titles at E3." How many games are in development at Capcom right now that we don't know about?!

Other items of note are new looks at Spyborgs (the "actually a game" game for Wii) and Resident Evil The Darkside Chronicles. If you're one of the lucky few already chosen from the Capcommunity (see what we did there?) to attend, make sure to bring your jewel-encrusted Wiimote and blood-spattered Tricell messenger bag, so you don't look out of place. And send us tips!

JoystiqCAPTIVATE09 takes place in Monte Carlo, new game announcements imminent originally appeared on Joystiq on Sat, 11 Apr 2009 21:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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JoystiqWatch the Resident Evil: The Darkside Chronicles announcement trailer originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 13 Mar 2009 15:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>capcomon-railsresident-evilresident-evil-the-darkside-chroniclesshooterFri, 13 Mar 2009 15:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Kawata: Darkside Chronicles a 'very dark' Resident Evil]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/03/13/producer-calls-darkside-chronicles-a-very-dark-resident-evil/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/03/13/producer-calls-darkside-chronicles-a-very-dark-resident-evil/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/03/13/producer-calls-darkside-chronicles-a-very-dark-resident-evil/#comments Speaking to attendee's of last night's Resident Evil 5 launch party, Masachika Kawata, producer of the newly announced Resident Evil: The Darkside Chronicles, shed more light on Capcom's Umbrella Chronicles sequel. Kawata addressed the crowd after screening the first trailer for the game.

"What we're looking to do is go back to a 'very dark' style of Resident Evil," Kawata said. "'Dark' is really a key word for this game. It will be shown in horror, in the storyline, in the emotions that the characters go through." We saw examples of this as Leon Kennedy and Claire Redfield fought side-by-side through a zombie ravaged Racoon City, circa Resident Evil 2.

He also explained that the development team at Cavia is "putting a lot of care, a lot of attention into [improving] how the camera system works in a rail-based shooter." This was evident in what was shown of the game's strong cinematic presentation, which included dramatic point-of-view shots of zombies feasting and the player narrowly escaping death with their partner's help. Kawata wrapped up his stint on stage saying that more information on the game would be revealed later this year, as everyone involved with the franchise is (rightly) focused on today's launch of RE5.

JoystiqKawata: Darkside Chronicles a 'very dark' Resident Evil originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 13 Mar 2009 08:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Click to embiggen.This is thriller -- thriller morning! First revealed via Famitsu scans, Capcom has officially confirmed the existence of the new Wii Resident Evil: The Darkside Chronicles -- and confirmed a North American release at the same time! The Darkside Chronicles is based on the Resident Evil 2 timeline and stars Leon Kennedy and Claire Redfield in an Umbrella Chronicles-style rail shooter with "a more in-depth co-op experience" and a new "Evade system." The Cavia-developed shooter is expected this winter.

In addition, Capcom is localizing the Wii ports of Resident Evil Zero (which Capcom's US branch previously declined at least twice) and the Resident Evil remake (which, as a port of a remake, is basically a zombie itself now) as a new "Resident Evil Classics" line for release this year. Both games feature new Wii Remote controls and will sell at a $29.99 price point, just like Nintendo's own ported Gamecube games!

Update: Check Famitsu for a trailer!

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JoystiqResident Evil Darkside Chronicles, Wii ports of RE0 and REmake all shambling to North America originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 12 Mar 2009 11:35:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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According to the latest issue of Japanese mag Famitsu, the Wii's Resident Evil fans indeed have something to be "very happy" about. Well, at least if they're keen on another round of super-speed Resident Evil nostalgia, likely presented in the form of another first-person point-and-shooter. Though Capcom USA has yet to officially announce the game nor any specific details, Biohazard: The Darkside Chronicles looks to feature Resident Evil 2's protagonist pair, Leon S. Kennedy and Claire Redfield. Oh, and zombies. Lots of 'em.

We'll update with more information as soon as we can.

[Thanks, Kevin]

JoystiqRumor: Resident Evil 'Darkside Chronicles' coming to Wii originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 11 Mar 2009 07:25:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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