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360 Minority Report Interface Drops Sony Capri Clue ???
TVG comes across an interesting Playstation development from the studio reportedly helping out Microsoft... With recent reports alleging that Microsoft is looking to introduce a motion-sensitive Minority Report eqsue interface to the Xbox 360, TVG today fortuitously stumbled across some interesting information on the company reported to be helping with the task. While browsing Schematic's website TVG came across an interesting link to the company's work with Sony Computer Entertainment. According to their website, Schematic were enlisted by Sony Computer Entertainment "...to explore how to expand their proprietary "Cross Media Bar" interface for richer and more complex media navigation... to create a forward-thinking prototype." The work is listed under the 'Mobile Devices' heading suggesting a PSP update, or possibly something to do with the much rumoured PSP phone perhaps?
N4G.com – Jul 3, 2008 7:44 PM [GMT] ¦ comment?
found in Technology: Video Games
TVG comes across an interesting Playstation development from the studio reportedly helping out Microsoft... With recent reports alleging that Microsoft is looking to introduce a motion-sensitive Minority Report eqsue interface to the Xbox 360, TVG today fortuitously stumbled across some interesting information on the company reported to be helping with the task. While browsing Schematic's website TVG came across an interesting link to the company's work with Sony Computer Entertainment. According to their website, Schematic were enlisted by Sony Computer Entertainment "...to explore how to expand their proprietary "Cross Media Bar" interface for richer and more complex media navigation... to create a forward-thinking prototype." The work is listed under the 'Mobile Devices' heading suggesting a PSP update, or possibly something to do with the much rumoured PSP phone perhaps?
N4G.com – Jul 3, 2008 7:44 PM [GMT] ¦ comment?
found in Technology: Video Games
India Gets First Wii Title, Console Nowhere To Be Found
With the Nintendo Wii nowhere to be seen officially as far as India is concerned, the country will soon see its first official Wii game this week. Milestone Interactive, PlayStation India's largest distributor, is testing the demand for "import" Wiis by bringing select Wii titles to the market, as many wonder if this is a precursor to an official launch in India.
N4G.com – Jul 3, 2008 6:12 PM [GMT] ¦ comment?
found in Technology: Video Games
With the Nintendo Wii nowhere to be seen officially as far as India is concerned, the country will soon see its first official Wii game this week. Milestone Interactive, PlayStation India's largest distributor, is testing the demand for "import" Wiis by bringing select Wii titles to the market, as many wonder if this is a precursor to an official launch in India.
N4G.com – Jul 3, 2008 6:12 PM [GMT] ¦ comment?
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Qore Issue 2 out today, features Resistance 2
PS3Fanboy writes: "Love it or hate it, the second issue of Qore hits the PLAYSTATION Network today. Here's what you can expect: * Resistance 2 - The big cover story for this issue is Insomniac's upcoming PS3-exclusive FPS. Bonus! You get to see host Veronica Belmont don a mo-cap suit just for this game. * Silent Hill: Homecoming - A look at Konami's upcoming horror game. * Madden Twenty Year Retrospective * Naruto Ultimate Ninja Storm - Exclusive first playable demo."
N4G.com – Jul 3, 2008 5:29 PM [GMT] ¦ comment?
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PS3Fanboy writes: "Love it or hate it, the second issue of Qore hits the PLAYSTATION Network today. Here's what you can expect: * Resistance 2 - The big cover story for this issue is Insomniac's upcoming PS3-exclusive FPS. Bonus! You get to see host Veronica Belmont don a mo-cap suit just for this game. * Silent Hill: Homecoming - A look at Konami's upcoming horror game. * Madden Twenty Year Retrospective * Naruto Ultimate Ninja Storm - Exclusive first playable demo."
N4G.com – Jul 3, 2008 5:29 PM [GMT] ¦ comment?
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10 Things We Still Want in PlayStation 3 Firmware
Sony's latest PlayStation 3 firmware update 2.4 brought what the fanboys have been crying about since the console's inception-in-game access to the console's Cross Media Bar (XMB). In-game XMB is fine and dandy, yes, but there were more pressing issues that Sony should have fixed first. Here are 10 of them.
N4G.com – Jul 3, 2008 4:09 PM [GMT] ¦ comment?
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Sony's latest PlayStation 3 firmware update 2.4 brought what the fanboys have been crying about since the console's inception-in-game access to the console's Cross Media Bar (XMB). In-game XMB is fine and dandy, yes, but there were more pressing issues that Sony should have fixed first. Here are 10 of them.
N4G.com – Jul 3, 2008 4:09 PM [GMT] ¦ comment?
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Sony PS3 Update Locks Consoles, Web Site Attacked
NewsFactor - Sony is feeling some gaming-division woes this week with a double PlayStation 3 whammy. First, Sony's PlayStation Web site fell victim to SQL-injection attacks. Now Sony's PS3 firmware update is turning some consoles into bricks.
Yahoo! – Jul 3, 2008 3:54 PM [GMT] ¦ comment?
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NewsFactor - Sony is feeling some gaming-division woes this week with a double PlayStation 3 whammy. First, Sony's PlayStation Web site fell victim to SQL-injection attacks. Now Sony's PS3 firmware update is turning some consoles into bricks.
Yahoo! – Jul 3, 2008 3:54 PM [GMT] ¦ comment?
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Digital Extremes to assist on BioShock PS3
2K Games has announced that well established video game developer Digital Extremes will be assisting on development of the PS3 version of BioShock. The studio will be working alongside 2K Marin, 2K Boston, 2K Australia. "By partnering with Digital Extremes, 2K Games is delivering a fully optimized experience that takes advantage of the PLAYSTATION 3 system hardware," said Christoph Hartmann, president of 2K. "Bringing Digital Extremes on board allows us to continue to deliver the best experience possible to our fans."
N4G.com – Jul 3, 2008 3:24 PM [GMT] ¦ comment?
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2K Games has announced that well established video game developer Digital Extremes will be assisting on development of the PS3 version of BioShock. The studio will be working alongside 2K Marin, 2K Boston, 2K Australia. "By partnering with Digital Extremes, 2K Games is delivering a fully optimized experience that takes advantage of the PLAYSTATION 3 system hardware," said Christoph Hartmann, president of 2K. "Bringing Digital Extremes on board allows us to continue to deliver the best experience possible to our fans."
N4G.com – Jul 3, 2008 3:24 PM [GMT] ¦ comment?
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New PLAYSTATION®3 System Software Update (v.2.40) to Enhance Community Features
Update Includes XMB™ Access In-Game for Easier Communication with Friends and Trophies, a New Ranking and Rewards System for PS3™ GamersPrint - - - FOSTER CITY, Calif— Sony Computer Entertainment Ame... [WebWire - Thursday, July 03, 2008]
WebWire – Jul 3, 2008 2:07 PM [GMT] ¦ comment?
found in Top Stories: Press Releases
Update Includes XMB™ Access In-Game for Easier Communication with Friends and Trophies, a New Ranking and Rewards System for PS3™ GamersPrint - - - FOSTER CITY, Calif— Sony Computer Entertainment Ame... [WebWire - Thursday, July 03, 2008]
WebWire – Jul 3, 2008 2:07 PM [GMT] ¦ comment?
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CONFIRMED: Crytek developing console specific game
Crytek Chief Executive Officer Cevat Yerli has just officially revealed that the company "is now working on a non Crysis related title for the Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3".
N4G.com – Jul 3, 2008 1:53 PM [GMT] ¦ comment?
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Crytek Chief Executive Officer Cevat Yerli has just officially revealed that the company "is now working on a non Crysis related title for the Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3".
N4G.com – Jul 3, 2008 1:53 PM [GMT] ¦ comment?
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Hemming Plaza Shooting Over PlaystationJACKSONVILLE, FL -- Jacksonville Sheriff's Officers say Zachary Robinson, 17, shot another teenager in Hemming Plaza because he wanted his Sony Playstation back.
FirstCoastNews.com – Jul 3, 2008 1:03 PM [GMT] ¦ comment?
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Second exclusive Xbox 360 Naruto game in development
It looks like the PlayStation 3 is not the only one getting an exclusive Naruto game this year. Ubisoft have just announced Naruto 2: Broken Bond, the second exclusive Xbox 360 Naruto title. The second game, however, will not be an action/adventure title like the first game. Naruto 2: Broken Bond will be a fighting game, with the battle between Naruto and Sasuko as main stage. Naruto 2: Broken Bond will ship in november 2008 exclusively on Xbox 360. More details and media is expected during E3 2008.
N4G.com – Jul 3, 2008 12:42 PM [GMT] ¦ comment?
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It looks like the PlayStation 3 is not the only one getting an exclusive Naruto game this year. Ubisoft have just announced Naruto 2: Broken Bond, the second exclusive Xbox 360 Naruto title. The second game, however, will not be an action/adventure title like the first game. Naruto 2: Broken Bond will be a fighting game, with the battle between Naruto and Sasuko as main stage. Naruto 2: Broken Bond will ship in november 2008 exclusively on Xbox 360. More details and media is expected during E3 2008.
N4G.com – Jul 3, 2008 12:42 PM [GMT] ¦ comment?
found in Technology: Video Games