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 2012 Weblogs, Inc. The contents of this feed are available for non-commercial use only. Blogsmith http://www.blogsmith.com/<![CDATA[EA unable to gain rights to SSX.com]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2012/01/06/ea-unable-to-gain-rights-to-ssx-com/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/01/06/ea-unable-to-gain-rights-to-ssx-com/http://www.joystiq.com/2012/01/06/ea-unable-to-gain-rights-to-ssx-com/#comments EA, in an attempt to gain ownership of SSX.com ahead of the series' February relaunch, challenged Abstract Holdings International LTD's claim on the address, saying that the URL was registered in "bad faith." A panel at The National Arbitration Forum, however, has determined that EA's argument was insufficient.

"The EA allegations of bad faith in part are based upon the lack of due diligence conducted by retailers of domain names like Respondent," the Forum determined. "EA would seem to require that entities like Respondent conduct an international search for relatively obscure trademarks in order to determine whether a name is a registered mark. The Panel is not willing to go so far."

In this case, EA's claim of "bad faith" hinged on the fact that SSX.com briefly contained video game-related advertisements. Since these advertisements are now gone, there's nothing inherently malicious or misleading about the site, negating EA's ability to claim any misuse. For now, SSX.com remains the property of Abstract Holdings, although we imagine several zeroes and a few commas written on EA letterhead would change their minds.

JoystiqEA unable to gain rights to SSX.com originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 06 Jan 2012 14:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>Abstract-Holdings-International-LTDaddressEAEA-CanadaEA-Sportsmicrosoftnational-arbitration-forumplaystationps3SSXssx-2012URLwebsitexboxFri, 06 Jan 2012 14:15:00 EST<![CDATA[Test your resolve against the Kirby: Mass Attack Japanese website]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2011/07/17/test-your-resolve-against-the-kirby-mass-attack-japanese-websit/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/07/17/test-your-resolve-against-the-kirby-mass-attack-japanese-websit/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/07/17/test-your-resolve-against-the-kirby-mass-attack-japanese-websit/#comments Kirby: Mass Attack promises to be a barrel of cuteness wrapped in a bow of adorable-osity floating in an ocean of kitties and baby penguins, according to its new Japanese website. If you can stand the brightly colored assault on the senses, the site has bunches of new videos for Mass Attack and enough miniature Kirbies to populate a small, bubblegum-colored island.

Kirby: Mass Attack is scheduled for release on September 19 for Nintendo DS, so stock up on preventative action movies and death metal now, just in case the cuteness is too much to take later this year.

JoystiqTest your resolve against the Kirby: Mass Attack Japanese website originally appeared on Joystiq on Sun, 17 Jul 2011 19:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>cutedskirby-mass-attacknintendowebsiteSun, 17 Jul 2011 19:15:00 EST<![CDATA[Eidos and Deus Ex websites hacked, resumes and site registration emails obtained [update]]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2011/05/13/report-eidos-and-deus-ex-websites-hacked-user-information-obta/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/05/13/report-eidos-and-deus-ex-websites-hacked-user-information-obta/http://www.joystiq.com/2011/05/13/report-eidos-and-deus-ex-websites-hacked-user-information-obta/#comments This past Wednesday, hackers reportedly broke into the Eidos and Deus Ex: Human Revolution websites, erecting an "Owned by Chippy1337" banner and signing some names and aliases below (a possible red herring). In IRC chat logs, obtained by former Washington Post reporter Brian Krebs, the hackers also claim to have stolen the personal data of "at least" 80,000 users. So, first things first: If you've registered on an Eidos site or with the Deus Ex site, now's the time to change your password (we should all be used to this by now).

Eurogamer has spoken with "Venuism," one of the hackers implicated in the theft, who clarified that the "src" (source code) the hackers allegedly obtained pertains to the Deus Ex website and not the actual game. As of this writing, the Deus Ex website still isn't back to normal, while Eidos.com, which was also apparently compromised, appears fine now. (Venuism maintains that he and the others listed below the banner have been set up by a rival group.)

Most troubling, Venuism suggested that the stolen user data -- the extent of which is unclear -- had already been leaked. We've contacted Eidos parent company Square Enix for an official comment on the situation.

Update: Square Enix has confirmed that Eidosmontreal.com and two of its product sites were compromised. The company states that 350 job applicant resumes "may have been accessed" and those individuals are being contacted. Furthermore, 25,000 email addresses, which were "not linked to any additional personal information" were obtained. Read the full Square Enix statement after the break.

Continue reading Eidos and Deus Ex websites hacked, resumes and site registration emails obtained [update]

JoystiqEidos and Deus Ex websites hacked, resumes and site registration emails obtained [update] originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 13 May 2011 09:48:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>deus-ex-human-revolutionEidoshackhacksmicrosoftpcplaystationps3Square-EnixwebsitexboxFri, 13 May 2011 09:48:00 EST<![CDATA[Official site for Jon Blow's 'The Witness' launches, reveals concept art]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/02/28/official-site-for-jon-blows-the-witness-launches-reveals-con/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/02/28/official-site-for-jon-blows-the-witness-launches-reveals-con/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/02/28/official-site-for-jon-blows-the-witness-launches-reveals-con/#comments The official site for Jonathan Blow's "philosophical, and quiet" next project, The Witness, recently underwent a massive update. While the archaic poetry certainly got our conjecture wheels a-spinning, the renovated site promises more concrete info through continuous updates while the game is developed.

The blog's first post reveals a cadre of concept art for the game, as crafted by designer Eric Urquhart. It looks appropriately pretty and mysterious -- what's behind the door? What's with that force field? Who is the sculptor? Is it all just one big allegory for the atomic bomb? (Whoa, sorry -- we got our J. Blow games mixed up.)

JoystiqOfficial site for Jon Blow's 'The Witness' launches, reveals concept art originally appeared on Joystiq on Sun, 28 Feb 2010 13:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>artconcept-arteric-urquhartjonathan-blowphilosophypuzzlethe-witnesswebsiteSun, 28 Feb 2010 13:00:00 EST<![CDATA[2K Boston is bringing back Irrational Games name, legacy]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2010/01/08/2k-boston-is-bringing-back-irrational-games-name-legacy/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/01/08/2k-boston-is-bringing-back-irrational-games-name-legacy/http://www.joystiq.com/2010/01/08/2k-boston-is-bringing-back-irrational-games-name-legacy/#comments
[Image credit: Game Informer]
Halo: Reach isn't the only story that you'll find in next month's Game Informer -- the magazine's blog has also revealed that the developer known for the past two years as 2K Boston will be returning to its roots as Irrational Games. The change isn't unexpected, as we've seen hints of the old identity coming back to the spotlight for a while. But apparently the company is going full force with the "renewed commitment" to the legacy: it'll be kicking off a new website soon (in about three days and 16 hours as of this writing, according to the countdown now running on IrrationalGames.com) that will contain lots of community features and information about Irrational's past -- including fan favorites like System Shock 2 and Freedom Force, in addition to 2K Boston's BioShock and future titles.

Meanwhile, the company has a new logo -- spiffy! -- and the next Game Informer will have more information about the studios' history and why it made the choice to turn back the clock on its identity. We look forward to reading all about it.

Joystiq2K Boston is bringing back Irrational Games name, legacy originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 08 Jan 2010 19:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>2k-bostonbioshockchangefreedom-forcegame-informergamesidentityirrationalirrational-gamesnamesystem-shock-2take-twotitleswebsiteFri, 08 Jan 2010 19:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Atlus.com hacked, trojan may have spread to visitors' computers]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/04/25/atlus-com-hacked-trojan-may-have-spread-to-visitors-computers/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/04/25/atlus-com-hacked-trojan-may-have-spread-to-visitors-computers/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/04/25/atlus-com-hacked-trojan-may-have-spread-to-visitors-computers/#comments
The folks behind our favorite high school lifestyle sim/dungeon crawler series, Persona, are apparently having some internet woes. It seems that yesterday, a "third-party entity" hacked Atlus' website (currently still down) and managed to embed a trojan that, "may have made its way" onto the system. The publisher is guessing that those who may have been affected by the trojan would have visited its website between 9AM PST and 2:30 PST, give or take.

While we're used to whacky press releases from Atlus, this is most certainly not one of those. If you believe you may have been affected by this trojan, the company implores you to "run malware removal software," though, more than likely, you probably aren't reading this if that's the case, eh? All jokes aside, Atlus does seem to sincerely apologize, stating, "The faith and trust of our fans is of the utmost importance to us, a responsibility we don't take lightly." Here's hoping the dirty, dirty haxxorz didn't get to you!

[image]

JoystiqAtlus.com hacked, trojan may have spread to visitors' computers originally appeared on Joystiq on Sat, 25 Apr 2009 11:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>apologyatlushackerpersonawebsiteSat, 25 Apr 2009 11:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Assassin's Creed 2 teaser site launches, includes severed arm [update]]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2009/04/06/assassins-creed-2-teaser-site-launches-includes-severed-arm/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/04/06/assassins-creed-2-teaser-site-launches-includes-severed-arm/http://www.joystiq.com/2009/04/06/assassins-creed-2-teaser-site-launches-includes-severed-arm/#comments
It appears that the ANIMUS has been fired up once again. A teaser site has appeared for Assassin's Creed 2, along with a host of clues about the future of the franchise. While the teaser leaves a lot to the imagination, it does feature Leonardo da Vinci's famous Vitruvian Man quite prominently, lending credence to the rumor that the sequel is set in the Renaissance era.

Beyond snippets of 15th century artwork, the teaser site doesn't reveal any other details for the Assassin's second outing. The website does, however, include an interesting bonus: Printing off a logo of an artifact that displays at the end of the teaser video and holding it up to a web cam while on a special section of the website reveals a 3D model of Altair's hidden blade weapon -- which appears to be one of five images available. Spooky ... but, hey, marketing team! Wasn't Altair (and the rest of his assassin brethren) missing a finger?

Update: Thanks to our commenters who pointed out a backwards message that says "Game Informer 04.16.09." Expect more Assassin's Creed 2 news soon!

Gallery: Assassin's Creed 2 - Teaser Site


[Thanks to everyone who sent this in!]

Continue reading Assassin's Creed 2 teaser site launches, includes severed arm [update]

JoystiqAssassin's Creed 2 teaser site launches, includes severed arm [update] originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 06 Apr 2009 15:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>assassins-creedassassins-creed-2leonardo-da-vinciMicrosoftplatformerstealthteaserwebsiteXbox-360Mon, 06 Apr 2009 15:15:00 EST<![CDATA[First screens and video from Blood of Bahamut]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2008/11/17/first-screens-and-video-from-blood-of-bahamut/http://www.joystiq.com/2008/11/17/first-screens-and-video-from-blood-of-bahamut/http://www.joystiq.com/2008/11/17/first-screens-and-video-from-blood-of-bahamut/#commentsFiled under: , ,

After that glorious concept art revealed for Blood of Bahamut, we've been hungry for more of Square Enix's latest, and since the website has updated, we're happy as pigs in piggy poop. Not only do we have the first two non-scanned shots of the game in our gallery below, and the first trailer after the break, but the official website has more action shots, as well as a beautiful downloadable wallpaper that features the aforementioned concept art. If Square Enix is trying to whip us into a froth for this one, well, it's working. Not that they have to do much to get us going.

Continue reading First screens and video from Blood of Bahamut

JoystiqFirst screens and video from Blood of Bahamut originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 17 Nov 2008 11:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>arpgblood-of-bahamutsquare-enixwallpaperwebsiteMon, 17 Nov 2008 11:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Sega shows more Destruction]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2008/07/25/sega-shows-more-destruction/http://www.joystiq.com/2008/07/25/sega-shows-more-destruction/http://www.joystiq.com/2008/07/25/sega-shows-more-destruction/#commentsFiled under: ,


Along with the news that World Destruction will be releasing in Japan on September 25th (shock, gasp, it was pushed back a week!), Sega has released a new video for the title. Although it shows some more gameplay footage, most of it is your classic RPG fodder and not battle scenes. Still, we're pretty impressed by how it seems to be turning out. Not only does it look great and have an interesting story, but the 300 event scenes and plethora of maps and voices that Sega promised should be enough to excite any RPG gamer.

Also, folks interested in the game (or anime, or comic) can go and check out World Destruction's official website. There's not much in the "Game" section, aside from a nice-looking background and a gorgeous song (the one from previous trailers), but the song alone is enough to get us to keep on coming back until they add some content.

JoystiqSega shows more Destruction originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 25 Jul 2008 20:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>image-epochofficial-websiterpgsegasitewebsiteworld-destructionFri, 25 Jul 2008 20:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Rumor: Kingdom Hearts coming out this year in Japan [update]]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2008/07/23/rumor-kingdom-hearts-coming-out-this-year-in-japan/http://www.joystiq.com/2008/07/23/rumor-kingdom-hearts-coming-out-this-year-in-japan/http://www.joystiq.com/2008/07/23/rumor-kingdom-hearts-coming-out-this-year-in-japan/#commentsFiled under:


Kingdom Hearts: 358/2 Days' teaser website has turned into an actual website now, with menus to click on and everything else you'd come to expect from a Square Enix website. It's still lacking in compelling content, however, aside from a downloadable wallpaper and a beautiful background song. (You can also see the Japanese character profiles for Roxas and Axel, as well as browse through a few screens in the "Story" section.)

The other interesting 358/2 Days news is that in the manual for the DS remake of Dragon Quest V (which released last week in Japan), an ad for the game boasts "Coming 2008." We'll probably find out for sure at Square Enix's DKΣ3713 event whether this is true or just an advertiser's wishful thinking, although it's important to keep in mind that us non-Japanese gamers will have to wait for localization, anyway.

[Update: Everything on the website is translated into English here. Thanks, Monkey!]

[Thanks for the original tip, supa_s!]

JoystiqRumor: Kingdom Hearts coming out this year in Japan [update] originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 23 Jul 2008 14:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>3582-dayskingdom-heartsofficial-siteofficial-websiterpgsquare-enixwebsiteWed, 23 Jul 2008 14:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Blue Dragon Plus website adds a new trailer]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2008/07/16/blue-dragon-plus-website-adds-a-new-trailer/http://www.joystiq.com/2008/07/16/blue-dragon-plus-website-adds-a-new-trailer/http://www.joystiq.com/2008/07/16/blue-dragon-plus-website-adds-a-new-trailer/#commentsFiled under: ,

Blue Dragon Plus is only a few months away (if you happen to live in Japan). It's not too much of a stretch to expect a delay in North America, despite the vague "fiscal year" confirmations we've been hearing about. The artwork of Akira Toriyama must be acknowledged on a tiny screen real soon, or RPG fans are going to start dishing out angry mob justice.

The "promise" we experienced with the Blue Dragon Plus website has been somewhat fulfilled, after being updated with a new Japanese trailer. While this isn't especially handy for English speakers, it does run for over three minutes, giving fans a good deal of gameplay footage, CG cutscenes and character art. We've managed to circumvent the awkward media player on the website and rustle up the trailer in all of its YouTube glory, so check it out and get your Blue Dragon nerve twitching.


[Via videogaming247]

JoystiqBlue Dragon Plus website adds a new trailer originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 16 Jul 2008 15:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>aq-interactiveblue-dragonblue-dragon-plusjrpgmistwalkerrpgtoriyamawebsiteWed, 16 Jul 2008 15:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Sadness website does nothing to dispel vaporware rumors]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2008/07/03/sadness-website-does-nothing-to-dispel-vaporware-rumors/http://www.joystiq.com/2008/07/03/sadness-website-does-nothing-to-dispel-vaporware-rumors/http://www.joystiq.com/2008/07/03/sadness-website-does-nothing-to-dispel-vaporware-rumors/#commentsFiled under:


Hold on, what's all this? A Sadness rumor that actually came true? This can't be right -- and it sort of isn't. The website is there, and it's got stuff on it, but the stuff is old and it's a pretty amateur attempt at a website. It's just, you would think that the creators of the most talked-about Wii game pretty much ever would make the effort to put together a good show, but it looks somewhat awful.

The screens are old and tiny, the text is formatted all wrong (and translated poorly), and there is no trailer, although it will be "Coming soon (this vacation maybe)." Maybe? Maybe? Whatever.

To top it off, the release is scheduled for Fall 2009. That is, over a year from now. On the plus side, Nibris representatives will be attending the Leipzig Game Convention this year, so if nothing turns up at E3 we might find something there.

Gallery: Sadness


[Via GoNintendo]

JoystiqSadness website does nothing to dispel vaporware rumors originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 03 Jul 2008 09:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>fog-studiosnibrispsychologicalsadnessvaporwarewebsiteThu, 03 Jul 2008 09:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Inconsequential Sadness news #287 -- website, more details 'coming']]>http://www.joystiq.com/2008/06/20/inconsequential-sadness-news-287-website-more-details-comi/http://www.joystiq.com/2008/06/20/inconsequential-sadness-news-287-website-more-details-comi/http://www.joystiq.com/2008/06/20/inconsequential-sadness-news-287-website-more-details-comi/#commentsFiled under:

There's nothing left to say. Sadness is the definition of sadness, and it always will be. We'll post about this "news", oh yes -- but until a physical copy of the game is actually in a Nintendo Wii console, right in front of us and running properly, we won't be certain of its existence. Forward motion is a myth.

The latest on Sadness is thus: the official website will be launched next week, along with some new images. A chap from Fog Studios (because they're so damn hazy on the details) says it's all real, and Nibris is still working away without a publisher. The lack of a publisher means a lack of a release date. If the game exists.

Rest assured, if any of the above actually happens, we will let you know. We know what a promise from anyone remotely associated with Sadness is worth, so don't hold your breath.

Gallery: Sadness


[Via GoNintendo]

JoystiqInconsequential Sadness news #287 -- website, more details 'coming' originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 20 Jun 2008 16:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>fog-studiosfor-real-this-timenibrissadnessvaporwarewebsiteFri, 20 Jun 2008 16:15:00 EST<![CDATA[Space Invaders Extreme and Arkanoid websites are polar opposites]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2008/06/04/space-invaders-extreme-and-arkanoid-websites-are-polar-opposites/http://www.joystiq.com/2008/06/04/space-invaders-extreme-and-arkanoid-websites-are-polar-opposites/http://www.joystiq.com/2008/06/04/space-invaders-extreme-and-arkanoid-websites-are-polar-opposites/#commentsFiled under: ,


Both the Arkanoid DS and Space Invaders Extreme websites went live yesterday, and they couldn't be more different. Going to the Arkanoid website is like going to a Saturday brunch with your mother, while going to the SIE site is like hitting up a night club twelve hours later, staying out until 5 AM, and puking up everything you've had to drink before bedtime (we mean that in the best of ways).

If you want something more descriptive than a simile, the Arkanoid site is cleaner and more organized than its Invaders counterpart (and it's also silent), but we think that may be because there's no "Extreme" in its title to live up to. Those who prefer trippy visuals and loud music on their web browsers, though, should head on over to the SIE page (consider this a sound alert for those of you in "not safe for audio" workspaces). If you've visited the Japanese website for this title before, you'll know what to expect, as it's exactly the same.

As it stands, there's not much to do on either site except read about the games. We were hoping that little demos or browser games would be present, but alas, our wants were denied.

At least we'll see the real things in only two weeks.



[Via press release]

Source: Arkanoid DS official website
Source: Space Invaders Extreme official website

JoystiqSpace Invaders Extreme and Arkanoid websites are polar opposites originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 04 Jun 2008 15:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>arkanoidofficial-websitesiespace-invadersspace-invaders-extremesquare-enixtaitowebsiteWed, 04 Jun 2008 15:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Tracking Wii Fit's online availability]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2008/05/23/tracking-wii-fits-online-availability/http://www.joystiq.com/2008/05/23/tracking-wii-fits-online-availability/http://www.joystiq.com/2008/05/23/tracking-wii-fits-online-availability/#commentsFiled under:

Did you neglect to preorder Wii Fit or pick it up on launch day, yet still want to buy Nintendo's much hyped fitness title? Then you might have noticed that it's pretty hard to find, depending on where you live. If eBay is any indication of the market's general trends, though, supply is currently not meeting the game's demand.

Should you want to avoid the hassle of calling all your local stores and waiting on lines, you might want to utilize zooLert. The website updates every two minutes, checking all the major online retailers that are selling Wii Fit. You can have the site email you when the game is in stock online, or even add the feed to your RSS so that you don't have to constantly watch the page.

Procrastinators, this one's for you.

[Via CAG]

JoystiqTracking Wii Fit's online availability originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 23 May 2008 16:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>exercisefitnesstrackerwebsitewii-fitzoolertFri, 23 May 2008 16:00:00 EST<![CDATA[My Life in the Everyone's Kingdom website]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2008/05/21/my-life-in-the-everyones-kingdom-website/http://www.joystiq.com/2008/05/21/my-life-in-the-everyones-kingdom-website/http://www.joystiq.com/2008/05/21/my-life-in-the-everyones-kingdom-website/#commentsFiled under:

My Life as a King fan, are you? Then you'll be happy to know that Square Enix created a love-fest site for the game, in which you take a break from being the king and become the adventurer instead.

When you first enter the site (assuming you've logged into your Square Enix Member's account), you'll be greeted by a quiz that will determine your job (this blogger sadly conjured up the lamest of the lame jobs, the white mage). Once you have a job and a house, you can dally around the town.

Different places in the virtual kingdom let you do various things. At the castle, you can write questions, comments, or thoughts about the game to its developers. Throughout the town you can also check out the bulletin to see the "king's behests," download some goodies (like screen savers), see other members' "houses," and other random stuff.

The website is a nice idea for fan service, but to be honest, there's no reason to spend more than five minutes there at the moment. Hopefully Square Enix will add some more neat things to it soon.

[Via Destructoid]

JoystiqMy Life in the Everyone's Kingdom website originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 21 May 2008 22:33:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>crystal-chronicleseveryones-kingdomffccfinal-fantasymy-life-as-a-kingsquare-enixsqueenixwebsiteyoung-king-and-the-promised-landWed, 21 May 2008 22:33:00 EST<![CDATA[Official FFTA2 website advances]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2008/05/07/official-ffta2-website-advances/http://www.joystiq.com/2008/05/07/official-ffta2-website-advances/http://www.joystiq.com/2008/05/07/official-ffta2-website-advances/#commentsFiled under:

We're at that point in the year when time just seems to fly by, so Final Fantasy Tactics A2: Grimoire of the Rift will be out before you know it. That doesn't make the wait any easier, though, so we're glad Square Enix recently updated the official North American website with actual stuff to keep us busy.

Assuming you can make it past the site's annoyingly slow load time, you might enjoy some of the things it has to offer. So far, multimedia and information on the battle system is listed as "coming soon," but there's still plenty to keep you occupied. Mainly, you can look at a few character profiles, and also some of the different races and classes that will be available in the game.

We can already see our summer evaporating right in front of our very eyes.

Gallery: FF Tactics A2


[Thanks, ediblebird!]

JoystiqOfficial FFTA2 website advances originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 07 May 2008 15:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>ffta2final-fantasy-tactics-advance-2grimoire-of-the-riftofficial-siteofficial-websitesquare-enixwebsiteWed, 07 May 2008 15:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Check out Sigma Harmonics' harmonious website]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2008/05/02/check-out-sigma-harmonics-harmonious-website/http://www.joystiq.com/2008/05/02/check-out-sigma-harmonics-harmonious-website/http://www.joystiq.com/2008/05/02/check-out-sigma-harmonics-harmonious-website/#commentsFiled under:

We know how much you kids love your Squeenix, so we hope you're intrigued by the company's refreshingly new IP, Sigma Harmonics. If you're not, you should still check out it's Japanese website. Even though most of us here at DS Fanboy can't read a lick of Japanese, we've never wanted a game so much before because of an official site. The art looks all kinds of gorgeous, and clicking on the "Story" link makes you feel like you're watching a trailer. We're also fond of the song choice -- it somehow puts hints of noir into a whimsical melody.

Last but not least, there are some wallpapers to download, if you're into that sort of thing.

Gallery: Sigma Harmonics


[Via Gemaga]

JoystiqCheck out Sigma Harmonics' harmonious website originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 02 May 2008 21:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>adventureadventure-rpgmysteryofficial-siteofficial-websitesigma-harmonicssquare-enixwebsiteFri, 02 May 2008 21:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Teaser site reveals Mega Man Star Force 3]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2008/04/29/teaser-site-reveals-mega-man-star-force-3/http://www.joystiq.com/2008/04/29/teaser-site-reveals-mega-man-star-force-3/http://www.joystiq.com/2008/04/29/teaser-site-reveals-mega-man-star-force-3/#commentsFiled under:

There may be more Mega Man games than you'll ever get to play (or want to play) in your lifetime, but that hasn't stopped Capcom from milking the franchise even more.

The next game planned for the Blue Bomber is another title in the Star Force series. Yes, those of us outside of Japan haven't even gotten Mega Man Star Force 2 yet, but a third game is already on it's way.

Capcom has put up a teaser website for it, which is actually pretty nice-looking as far as official sites go. Currently, though, you can only download a wallpaper version of the picture shown above.

[Via GoNintendo]

JoystiqTeaser site reveals Mega Man Star Force 3 originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 29 Apr 2008 18:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>capcommega-manmega-man-star-forcemega-man-star-force-3megamanofficial-siteofficial-websitestar-forcestar-force-3websiteTue, 29 Apr 2008 18:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Turnabout website]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2008/04/11/turnabout-website/http://www.joystiq.com/2008/04/11/turnabout-website/http://www.joystiq.com/2008/04/11/turnabout-website/#commentsFiled under:

Capcom just launched the official website for Gyakuten not Saiban (officially called Gyakuten Kenji, or Turnabout Prosecutor), which is one of our most anticipated spin-off games ever. So far, there are no goodies available at the site, but you can still check it out if you want to see Edgeworth's giant face and a minuscule amount of game art.

Aside from the magenta-coated prosecutor and everyone's favorite bumbling detective (Gumshoe), who will both be featured in the game, what characters do you hope to see make an appearance?

[Via Gemaga]

JoystiqTurnabout website originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 11 Apr 2008 17:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>ace-attorneycapcomedgeworthgyakuten-kenjigyakuten-saibanofficial-websiteturnabout-prosecutorwebsiteFri, 11 Apr 2008 17:00:00 EST<![CDATA[WipEout HD website lets you know exactly what to expect from the game]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2008/04/02/wipeout-hd-website-lets-you-know-exactly-what-to-expect-from-the/http://www.joystiq.com/2008/04/02/wipeout-hd-website-lets-you-know-exactly-what-to-expect-from-the/http://www.joystiq.com/2008/04/02/wipeout-hd-website-lets-you-know-exactly-what-to-expect-from-the/#commentsFiled under:

The official WipEout HD website is ready to visit and includes a huge amount of information on the game. For those of you who are fed up reading, there are plenty of pretty pictures of all of the tracks and vehicles. Not only that but you can preview the soundtrack of the game and even watch fly-throughs of some of the levels. Phew. Just about the only thing you can't do is play the damn thing. Not until it's released in "late May or early June," anyway.

If you're not already psyched up for this game and the last trailer didn't do it for you, be sure to check out the website. It's certainly got us excited for the title all over again.

JoystiqWipEout HD website lets you know exactly what to expect from the game originally appeared on Joystiq on Wed, 02 Apr 2008 14:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>websitewipeoutwipeout-hdWed, 02 Apr 2008 14:00:00 EST<![CDATA[DS Daily: Official websites]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2008/02/09/ds-daily-official-websites/http://www.joystiq.com/2008/02/09/ds-daily-official-websites/http://www.joystiq.com/2008/02/09/ds-daily-official-websites/#commentsFiled under:


We often let you readers know when websites for games go live. That got us to wondering, though -- just how many of you like to look at official game sites?

If you do tend to visit these websites on occasion, what brings you to them? Do you often check them out for titles you're really excited for? Or, do you normally wait until a gaming blog has something to say about a particular site before your curiosity makes you venture over? Also, has an awesome (or terrible) website ever pushed you over the fence on whether or not to buy a game?

I guess what we're asking is, just how important are game websites to you when all is said and done?

JoystiqDS Daily: Official websites originally appeared on Joystiq on Sat, 09 Feb 2008 10:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>official-websitewebsiteSat, 09 Feb 2008 10:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Alone in the Dark website is intentionally unsettling]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2008/02/08/alone-in-the-dark-website-is-intentionally-unsettling/http://www.joystiq.com/2008/02/08/alone-in-the-dark-website-is-intentionally-unsettling/http://www.joystiq.com/2008/02/08/alone-in-the-dark-website-is-intentionally-unsettling/#commentsFiled under:

Central Park is a place full of creepy things and pervs. At least, that's what the Alone in the Dark website would have you believe.

Before yesterday, CentralDark was just a teaser site. In order to promote its upcoming game, though, Atari has recently added some rather disturbing stories about Central Park to the game's official website. The site is scheduled to be updated with articles every two weeks until the game's release in May.

Also, on a personal note: This blogger grew up relatively close to Central Park, and it's a pretty nice place. Hear that, potential visitors? Don't let this marketing scare you. (This post was paid for by the New York Department of Tourism.*)

*Not really.

JoystiqAlone in the Dark website is intentionally unsettling originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 08 Feb 2008 22:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>adventureaitdaitd5alone-in-the-darkalone-in-the-dark-5ataricentral-parkcentraldarkeden-studioshydravision-entertainmentsurvival-horrorwebsiteFri, 08 Feb 2008 22:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Wipeout Pulse website opens with skin editor]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2007/12/11/wipeout-pulse-website-opens-with-skin-editor/http://www.joystiq.com/2007/12/11/wipeout-pulse-website-opens-with-skin-editor/http://www.joystiq.com/2007/12/11/wipeout-pulse-website-opens-with-skin-editor/#commentsFiled under:

For those of you lucky enough to enjoy Wipeout Pulse right now, you may want to pay attention. The official Wipeout website has opened, and it features a skin editor so you can create your very own ship designs and import them into the game. You'll need a PLAYSTATION Network ID in order to get started.

We're going to join the others that are going to play with this fun new tool -- even though we don't have the game yet! We're confident that a lot of PSP Fanboys are going to do the same.

[Via NeoGAF]

JoystiqWipeout Pulse website opens with skin editor originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 11 Dec 2007 21:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>SCESCE-Studio-Liverpoolskin-editorSonySony-Computer-EntertainmentStudio-LiverpoolwebsiteWipeoutWipeout-PulseTue, 11 Dec 2007 21:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Final Fantasy IV Japanese site rolls out the updates]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2007/12/11/final-fantasy-iv-japanese-site-rolls-out-the-updates/http://www.joystiq.com/2007/12/11/final-fantasy-iv-japanese-site-rolls-out-the-updates/http://www.joystiq.com/2007/12/11/final-fantasy-iv-japanese-site-rolls-out-the-updates/#commentsFiled under: ,


The Japanese website for Final Fantasy IV has updated with new goodies. First off, is an update to the character section, which describes a lot of the game's characters. There is also the download section, which has some sweet wallpapers available. Three of those wallpapers are of in-game characters, with the last new wallpaper available being one kickass piece of concept art. So, head on over and check the new stuff out.

[Via Go Nintendo]

JoystiqFinal Fantasy IV Japanese site rolls out the updates originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 11 Dec 2007 13:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>ffivfinal-fantasyfinalfantasyonlinesquare-enixsquareenixwebsiteTue, 11 Dec 2007 13:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days gets its tease on]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2007/12/10/kingdom-hearts-358-2-days-gets-its-tease-on/http://www.joystiq.com/2007/12/10/kingdom-hearts-358-2-days-gets-its-tease-on/http://www.joystiq.com/2007/12/10/kingdom-hearts-358-2-days-gets-its-tease-on/#commentsFiled under:


Following its participation at Jump Festa, there isn't much of anything new to report on regarding the upcoming Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days for the DS. That is, except that there is a new teaser site for the game. But, as with the game itself, there isn't anything new there ... yet. We're suggesting you get your bookmark on, as it's bound to be updated in the near future with juicy screens and tidbits of information.

[Via Go Nintendo]

JoystiqKingdom Hearts 358/2 Days gets its tease on originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 10 Dec 2007 10:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>internetjapankingdom-heartskingdom-hearts-358/2-daysonlinerpgsquare-enixwebsiteMon, 10 Dec 2007 10:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Chocobo's Mysterious Dungeon site gets updated]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2007/12/04/chocobos-mysterious-dungeon-site-gets-updated/http://www.joystiq.com/2007/12/04/chocobos-mysterious-dungeon-site-gets-updated/http://www.joystiq.com/2007/12/04/chocobos-mysterious-dungeon-site-gets-updated/#commentsFiled under: ,

The Japanese website for Chocobo's Mysterious Dungeon (you know, that game starring that delicious looking cute little yellow bird) has been updated, provided the internet surfer looking for more juicy content just what they desire most. No, it isn't a fabulous recipe for extra crispy, deep fried Chocobo (is it so wrong that we spend a lot of time thinking about how delicious a fictional creature is?), it's new stuff about the upcoming game.

There is new screens, some art and a closer look at the different job classes on over at the site, so give it a look.


[Via Go Nintendo]

JoystiqChocobo's Mysterious Dungeon site gets updated originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 04 Dec 2007 21:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>chocoboenixjapanonlinesquaresquareenixwebsiteTue, 04 Dec 2007 21:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Final Fantasy IV site expands]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2007/09/07/final-fantasy-iv-site-expands/http://www.joystiq.com/2007/09/07/final-fantasy-iv-site-expands/http://www.joystiq.com/2007/09/07/final-fantasy-iv-site-expands/#commentsFiled under:


The official site for Final Fantasy IV has expanded from a sly tease into something bigger and better. A few character portraits are up, which juxtapose the in-game images with some of the artwork we found so eye-catching, as well as a few other tidbits. The "download" section isn't up yet, but we'll guess that eventually wallpapers will fill that space.

Jeux-France has also reconfirmed that the game will be playable at this month's Tokyo Game Show.

JoystiqFinal Fantasy IV site expands originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 07 Sep 2007 16:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>FinalFantasyIVofficialsquareenixtgswebsiteFri, 07 Sep 2007 16:30:00 EST<![CDATA[Forever Blue launches site (with actual content)]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2007/07/19/forever-blue-launches-site-with-actual-content/http://www.joystiq.com/2007/07/19/forever-blue-launches-site-with-actual-content/http://www.joystiq.com/2007/07/19/forever-blue-launches-site-with-actual-content/#commentsFiled under: , , ,


The "actual content" we speak of is none other than several small videos, each of which covers some of Forever Blue's (or Endless Ocean to us English-speaking folk) many aspects.The last video, which is much too short for our liking, even gives us a look at the co-op diving promised by the title. Other videos highlight the perfectly normal diving technique of petting and poking every underwater lifeform you come across.

We can't wait to play this game! How about all of you?

JoystiqForever Blue launches site (with actual content) originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 19 Jul 2007 16:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>endlessoceanforeverbluejapanwebsiteThu, 19 Jul 2007 16:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Kyle Orland eats games for lunch on new review site]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2007/07/05/kyle-orland-eats-games-for-lunch-on-new-review-site/http://www.joystiq.com/2007/07/05/kyle-orland-eats-games-for-lunch-on-new-review-site/http://www.joystiq.com/2007/07/05/kyle-orland-eats-games-for-lunch-on-new-review-site/#commentsFiled under:



With cinematics and tutorials galore in modern games, it's a wonder that we ever get around to the actual gameplay. Maybe that's why Joystiq's own Kyle Orland has started Games for Lunch, a unique videogame review blog that judges games on the first hour alone.

Every weekday, Kyle sits down with one game, for one hour, and writes a play-by-play transcript of his experience and opinions. At the end of each review, Orland rates the game by deciding whether it's worth playing for more than an hour. The reviews are succinct and snappy, and they demonstrate just how much gameplay actually makes it into the first hour of the games. Already flush with pages of content, and updating daily with new reviews, Games for Lunch is worth checking out, if only for that magic hour.

JoystiqKyle Orland eats games for lunch on new review site originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 05 Jul 2007 22:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>kyleorlandreviewswebsiteThu, 05 Jul 2007 22:30:00 EST<![CDATA[ESPN launches casual games site]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2007/06/21/espn-launches-casual-games-site/http://www.joystiq.com/2007/06/21/espn-launches-casual-games-site/http://www.joystiq.com/2007/06/21/espn-launches-casual-games-site/#commentsFiled under: , , ,

Adding to the list of massive corporations hopping on the casual bandwagon, ESPN recently announced the launch of ESPN Arcade. Users can play over 40 free games on the ad-driven site, with the U.S. Marines being the first to plaster its banners across the pages. Games range from action to arcade to puzzle and have one thing in common: sports themes. If the concept of Baseball Sudoku doesn't make you want to vomit, ESPN Arcade is right up your alley.

JoystiqESPN launches casual games site originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 21 Jun 2007 09:27:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>arcadecasualespnfreeMaconlinePCsportswebsiteThu, 21 Jun 2007 09:27:00 EST<![CDATA[Indie gaming blog Gibbage turns into a portal]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2007/06/16/indie-gaming-blog-gibbage-turns-into-a-portal/http://www.joystiq.com/2007/06/16/indie-gaming-blog-gibbage-turns-into-a-portal/http://www.joystiq.com/2007/06/16/indie-gaming-blog-gibbage-turns-into-a-portal/#commentsFiled under: , , ,


Back in April, Dan Marshall of Gibbage.co.uk announced an initiative to fund fresh new indie projects using the limited revenue from the site. If Dan saw a team working on something that the world needed to see, out comes the sack of cash to help the programmers focus on creating. Now, Gibbage has turned up the heat a notch and transformed into an indie gaming portal featuring the "latest and greatest tippy-top new Indie games". Indeed.

We're sorry to see the blog format go, but the portal will help fund more games and serve as a hub for newbies to the indie scene. Like some sort of space-time feedback loop, getting games there magically creates more games in the future.

JoystiqIndie gaming blog Gibbage turns into a portal originally appeared on Joystiq on Sat, 16 Jun 2007 10:26:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>casualgibbageindependentindieMacPCportalwebsiteSat, 16 Jun 2007 10:26:00 EST<![CDATA[English-speaking gamers can hunt witches, too]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2007/06/07/english-speaking-gamers-can-hunt-witches-too/http://www.joystiq.com/2007/06/07/english-speaking-gamers-can-hunt-witches-too/http://www.joystiq.com/2007/06/07/english-speaking-gamers-can-hunt-witches-too/#commentsFiled under:


At least, we hope that the new English version of the Doki Doki Majo Shinpan site means we might see it in this part of the world sometime in the distant future. Though the site still only lists a Japanese date, there are at least two translated versions -- Chinese and this rough new English site -- so we'll keep our eyes peeled for any signs of a non-Japanese release.

[Thanks, Ricardo!]

JoystiqEnglish-speaking gamers can hunt witches, too originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 07 Jun 2007 18:50:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>adventuredoki dokidoki doki majo shinpanDokiDokiDokiDokiMajoShiEnglishsnkwebsitewitchThu, 07 Jun 2007 18:50:00 EST<![CDATA[Freeware downloads site GameHippo sold]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2007/04/23/freeware-downloads-site-gamehippo-sold/http://www.joystiq.com/2007/04/23/freeware-downloads-site-gamehippo-sold/http://www.joystiq.com/2007/04/23/freeware-downloads-site-gamehippo-sold/#commentsFiled under: , , ,

Nearly a decade old, freeware PC game download site GameHippo has recently changed owners. Founder and writer Boson (who apparently can't blow bubbles with bubblegum) made the announcement over the weekend. GameHippo features only legit freeware games, unlike many of the sketchy sites lurking in dark corners of the web. No demos, no shareware, and no ruddy Mac titles (all eight of them).

The purchasing party was not revealed, though Boson did say "he's just a good old guy like myself". The site has been stagnant over the last few months, so the first order of business will be to push a few new games onto the front page.

[Via Independent Gaming]

JoystiqFreeware downloads site GameHippo sold originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 23 Apr 2007 16:28:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>abandonwaredownloadsfreefreewareindependentindiePCwebsiteMon, 23 Apr 2007 16:28:00 EST<![CDATA[New My Sims trailer and site]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2007/02/27/new-my-sims-trailer-and-site/http://www.joystiq.com/2007/02/27/new-my-sims-trailer-and-site/http://www.joystiq.com/2007/02/27/new-my-sims-trailer-and-site/#commentsFiled under:



EA's reimagining of The Sims (aka their take on Animal Crossing) is headed to the US, and there's a brand new English website complete with the cutest trailer you'll probably ever see, game details, and a few screenshots. The trailer is a must-see, and we've tucked it away after the jump for your viewing pleasure. We've already seen most of the other content on the website, but these adorable chibi Sims never get old.

MySims is also slated for the DS, but don't get too excited ... it'll be months before we see this one on shelves.

Continue reading New My Sims trailer and site

JoystiqNew My Sims trailer and site originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 27 Feb 2007 10:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>DSEAElectronic ArtsElectronicArtsMySimsNintendoSimstrailervideowebsiteWiiTue, 27 Feb 2007 10:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Fire Emblem Wii site opens for business]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2007/02/01/fire-emblem-wii-site-opens-for-business/http://www.joystiq.com/2007/02/01/fire-emblem-wii-site-opens-for-business/http://www.joystiq.com/2007/02/01/fire-emblem-wii-site-opens-for-business/#commentsFiled under:

Cooooool
Fire Emblem is not like Ice Emblem in that it is, well, hot. When a small portal opened, leading to just a subsection of its fiery domain, we could not resist.

The official site for Fire Emblem: Akatsuki no Megami has opened for business, and yes, its entirely in Japanese. For your viewing pleasure, though, you might check out this bitchin' opening cinema, and some excellent box art. We're such suckers for box art. In any case, any FE fans out there owe it to themselves to journey to yon fiery realm. You won't be disappointed.

(And what the hell was Bahamut doing in that cinema?)

[via NeoGAF; thanks Creamsugar!]

JoystiqFire Emblem Wii site opens for business originally appeared on Joystiq on Thu, 01 Feb 2007 15:55:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>AkatsukiBahamutBoxartCinemaEmblemFireMegamiMovieOpeningWebsiteWiiThu, 01 Feb 2007 15:55:00 EST<![CDATA[It's a wonderful site]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2006/12/18/its-a-wonderful-site/http://www.joystiq.com/2006/12/18/its-a-wonderful-site/http://www.joystiq.com/2006/12/18/its-a-wonderful-site/#commentsFiled under:



The new site for It's a Wonderful World is up and running, and it really does suit the game's name. While the site is all in Japanese (and in a crazy font as well), there's still information that can be gleaned about Neku and Shiki's efforts to win Death's game from the site, and there's a lengthy trailer that shows off a lot of gameplay footage. We could tell you where it is, but that takes the fun out of clicking all the buttons and waiting for things to load!

JoystiqIt's a wonderful site originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 18 Dec 2006 17:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>DSit's a wonderful worldIt'sAWonderfulWorldJapanNintendoRPGsiteSquare EnixSquareEnixwebsiteMon, 18 Dec 2006 17:15:00 EST<![CDATA[Bioshock website is alive]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2006/12/18/bioshock-website-is-alive/http://www.joystiq.com/2006/12/18/bioshock-website-is-alive/http://www.joystiq.com/2006/12/18/bioshock-website-is-alive/#commentsFiled under: , , , ,

shocked?
2K Games has launched the official website for Irrational's Bioshock. It's the usual fare of media essentials (including a link to the new trailer) enhanced by a creepy 40s-era motif. If anything, the attention to detail on the site is a reminder that Irrational isn't playing around. Having earned numerous 'Best of Show' awards at E3 this year, Bioshock is certainly a game we should look forward to.

JoystiqBioshock website is alive originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 18 Dec 2006 14:25:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>2K2K Games2kGamesBioShockE3Irrational GamesIrrationalGamesPCWebsiteXbox-360Mon, 18 Dec 2006 14:25:00 EST<![CDATA[New Smash Bros. trailer, in English]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2006/11/27/new-smash-bros-trailer-in-english/http://www.joystiq.com/2006/11/27/new-smash-bros-trailer-in-english/http://www.joystiq.com/2006/11/27/new-smash-bros-trailer-in-english/#commentsFiled under: , , ,

modern danceSuper Smash Bros. Brawl director Masahiro Sakurai has updated the official game site, adding a polished version of the Nintendo Word 2006 trailer, which debuted earlier this month. Aside from crisper audio and visuals, the new version includes English text (not that this provides new information).

Sakurai also dropped some more "screen shots" onto the site -- as always, don't expect the quality of these images to reflect that of the actual game. As for a release date, Sakurai vaguely writes, "it will be a little while longer before you can play it!"

[Thanks, insertnamehere]

JoystiqNew Smash Bros. trailer, in English originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 27 Nov 2006 14:45:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>Masahiro SakuraiMasahiroSakuraimultiplayerscreen shotsScreenShotsSuper Smash Bros. BrawlSuperSmashBros.BrawltrailerwebsiteWiiMon, 27 Nov 2006 14:45:00 EST<![CDATA[Valhalla Knights English website opens]]>http://www.joystiq.com/2006/11/25/valhalla-knights-english-website-opens/http://www.joystiq.com/2006/11/25/valhalla-knights-english-website-opens/http://www.joystiq.com/2006/11/25/valhalla-knights-english-website-opens/#commentsFiled under: ,


Valhalla Knights was one of the best games at Tokyo Game Show this year, and although it's coming to the US in the future, details have been very scarce. The official US website for this RPG opened a few days ago, and gives a few tidbits on the game's story and characters. With the "Trailer" and "System" sections of the site currently unavailable, it seems like we'll have more to report on in the coming weeks.

JoystiqValhalla Knights English website opens originally appeared on Joystiq on Sat, 25 Nov 2006 11:20:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>officialrpgsitevalhalla knightsValhallaKnightswebsiteSat, 25 Nov 2006 11:20:00 EST