411mania talks about this week's game releases. Highlights include Little King's Story, Katamari Damacy Tribute, Shatter, and Wii Sports Resort.
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22 Jul 2009

More Details On God of War Comic, Books... Knife?

PS2 News from N4G | God of War II

PS2 - God of War II - More Details On God of War Comic, Books... Knife?

Kotaku writes: "This October, God of War die hards will be able to get their hands on the United Cutlery replica Blades of Chaos and the first of six issues of the new comic series from DC Comics.

Then, this March, the first of two God of War Novels arrive from Del Rey."
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22 Jul 2009

Konami Details Revamped Master League for PES 2010

PS2 News from N4G | Pro Evolution Soccer 2010

PS2 - Pro Evolution Soccer 2010 - Konami Details Revamped Master League for PES 2010

After the very disappointing debut in the next-gen consoles (except the Wii, where it's recognized as an excellent effort) with PES 2008, Konami followed up with a very improved PES 2009. The next installment promises another good improvement too, as Pro Evolution Soccer 2010 will include a very-much-needed revamp of the Master League, a staple of the series.
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22 Jul 2009

Marvel Super Hero Squad Box Art Revealed

PS2 News from N4G | Marvel Super Hero Squad

PS2 - Marvel Super Hero Squad - Marvel Super Hero Squad Box Art Revealed

THQ have just released the box art for their upcoming Marvel based game, Marvel Super Hero Squad. The game is scheduled to look at the more comical side of Marvel Super Heroes as they try to thwart Dr. Doom once again.
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22 Jul 2009

Disney Interactive Studios Deploys G-Force

PS2 News from N4G | G-Force

PS2 - G-Force - Disney Interactive Studios Deploys G-Force

A unique group of pint-sized heroes is ready to save the world. G-Force, the video game inspired by the highly anticipated feature film "G-Force" from Walt Disney Pictures and Jerry Bruckheimer Films, is available now at all major retailers.
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21 Jul 2009

Grand Theft Auto Playstation 2 Bundle

PS2 News from N4G | Grand Theft Auto 3

PS2 - Grand Theft Auto 3 - Grand Theft Auto Playstation 2 Bundle

Lost among the piles and piles of Playstation 3 and PSP announcements, we were totally unaware Rockstar were releasing a fabulous new package for the Playstation 2 which consists of Grand Theft Auto III, Grand Theft Auto Vice City and Grand Theft Auto San Andreas. If you've never touched said games then the Grand Theft Auto Triple Pack launches on July 31st for £17.99.

Yes, £17.99.

That's about 100 hours worth of game for under £20. Bar-gain.
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21 Jul 2009

Newspaper Names Budget of Ghostbusters: The Video Game

PS2 News from N4G | Ghostbusters The Video Game

PS2 - Ghostbusters The Video Game - Newspaper Names Budget of Ghostbusters: The Video Game

"It's not often that the public gets word of what it costs to make a specific game. But a multi-million-dollar range was given for the latest Ghostbusters game in a Texas newspaper.

The Fort Worth Star Telegram fingered the cost of development for the game at $15 million to $20 million."
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20 Jul 2009

Madden NFL 10 Demo Kicks Off Exclusively on Xbox LIVE

PS2 News from N4G | Madden NFL 10

PS2 - Madden NFL 10 - Madden NFL 10 Demo Kicks Off Exclusively on Xbox LIVE

From Xbox Evolved:

"Xbox 360 invites members of Xbox LIVE to be the first to score a touchdown with an exclusive, playable demo of the upcoming Madden NFL 10 starting July 23 for Xbox LIVE Gold members"
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18 Jul 2009

Group of gamers playing entire Final Fantasy series for one whole week, taking donations for charity.

PS2 News from N4G | Final Fantasy XII

PS2 - Final Fantasy XII - Group of gamers playing entire Final Fantasy series for one whole week, taking donations for charity.

A group of teenagers from Texas called "The Speed Gamers" are attempting to complete the entire Final Fantasy series in only a week, while taking donations for ACT Today, an organization to help support families affected by Autism.

(From their front page)

TheSpeedGamers have been streaming video game marathons for over a year to raise money for various charities. In total they have raised over $32,000 dollars and played 11 marathons.

TheSpeedGamers are based in the Dallas-Fort Worth area of Texas, but have members from around the world.
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15 Jul 2009

Logitech premium PS3 Guitar Hero drum kit looks familiar

PS2 News from N4G | Guitar Hero

PS2 - Guitar Hero - Logitech premium PS3 Guitar Hero drum kit looks familiar

Logitech has announced today its PlayStation 3 "Premium Drum Controller" for Guitar Hero, a $229.99 monster kit that will be available this July in the U.S., and August this Europe. The drums will also work with PlayStation 2 versions of Guitar Hero.

Officially licensed by Activision, the wireless drum kit features three adjustable drums head with recessed rims, making sure you hit the mark every time. The kick pedal has a stainless steel surface and what Logitech says is an "adjustable spring"; but looking at the image, it looks awfully similar to the official, out-of-the-box kick pedal.
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