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What is Child’s Play Charity? Since 2003, over 100,000 gamers worldwide have banded together through Child’s Play, a community-based charity grown and nurtured from the game culture and industry. Over three million dollars in donations of toys, games, videos, books and cash for sick kids in children’s hospitals across North America and the world have been collected since its inception.  When gamers give back, it makes a difference!

Harmonix and MTV Games announced today the addition of up and coming rock band Locksley to the Rock Band™ Music Store catalog of downloadable content.  Recognized by Rolling Stone as one of the “25 Best Bands on MySpace,” the Brooklyn-based Locksley contributes a 3-pack of songs from their 2007 album Don’t Make Me Wait including title track “Don’t Make Me Wait,” “All Over Again,” and “She Does.” Each track will be available for $.99 per track (80 Microsoft Points) for one month or the 3-pack for $2.99 (240 Microsoft Points for Xbox 360) for one month. Prices good until October 29, 2008, when they return to the regular price point of $1.99 (160 Microsoft Points for Xbox 360) per track or the 3-pack for $5.49 (440 Microsoft Points for Xbox 360).
 
Release date:   Friday, August 29, 2008 (Xbox LIVE Marketplace for Xbox 360 and PLAYSTATION®Store)
 
Price:                $.99 (80 Microsoft Points for Xbox 360) per track*
                         $2.99 (440 Microsoft Points for Xbox 360) for the three-pack*
                         (All three tracks utilizes original master recordings)
                        (* Prices are for a limited time only)
 
Locations:        Xbox LIVE Marketplace for Xbox 360 and PLAYSTATION®Network
 
** Dates for Rock Band game tracks are tentative and subject to change **
 
With the addition of these tracks there are now more than 200 tracks available to date via disc and download purchase. Rock Band continues to fly off shelves and satisfy music fans and gamers’ voracious appetite for rock with more than 21 million paid downloads since its launch on November 20, 2007.  The Rock Band Music Store allows players to preview and purchase downloadable individual music tracks and packs from the vast selection of offerings available to date without ever leaving the game as they build their own custom Rock Band library.
 
Rock Band allows online play and features that expand the boundaries of music gaming. Rock Band downloadable content is playable and integrated into setlists in all game modes including: Solo Tour, Band World Tour, head-to-head competition either locally or online, and from any Quickplay mode.  In order to play downloadable content for head-to-head matches or multiplayer online, all players must own the same downloadable track.  Downloadable content for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft is available for purchase via Xbox LIVE® Marketplace for Xbox 360 using Microsoft Points and is downloaded directly to the hard drive of Xbox 360. Downloadable content for the PLAYSTATION®3 computer entertainment system’s version of Rock Band is available for purchase on the PLAYSTATION Store through the free PLAYSTATION Network and is downloaded directly to PLAYSTATION 3 system’s built in hard drive.
 
On June 30, Harmonix, the world’s premier music video game company in the world, and MTV Games, announced the release of Rock Band 2 coming this September and it will support all previously downloaded content.  The groundbreaking music platform that forever changed the face of music video games is committed to taking gaming to the next level with the evolution of the franchise.  Rock Band 2 will make its debut on Xbox 360 and be available for additional platforms later this year.  Rock Band is rated “T” for Teen (lyrics, mild suggestive themes) by the ESRB. For more information on Rock Band and Harmonix Music Systems please visit www.rockband.com and www.harmonixmusic.com.

Sorry, EA blocked my video upload, so no cool gameplay video with this one :(
 
Product Description
Skate It brings the fun and soul of skateboarding to the Wii™ and Nintendo DS™. Loaded with all-new gameplay features and a unique set of controls, gamers can express their very own skate style by carving through the world, owning the sickest spots, and putting together the ultimate skate line.

For the first time, the revolutionary Flickit controls are unleashed on the Nintendo platforms. Feel the rush of nailing the gnarliest tricks by using the Wii Remote and the stylus-based Flickit Nintendo controls.  Or players can get in touch with the skateboard even more by planting their feet on the Wii Balance Board, and using it to skate, manual and throw down dozens of other authentic moves.
 
A series of freak natural disasters has left the city of San Vanelona deserted and in ruins. Skate It brings gamers back to the former skateboarding mecca where fallen structures, debris and rubble, combined with zero pedestrian traffic becomes the perfect formula for wicked skate lines. 

Skate It has Nintendo players riding with pros, getting worked in Hall of Meat and raking in sponsorships on their path to becoming Thrasher Magazine’s Skater of the Year. Once tread marks are all over San Vanelona, Gamers can venture out to iconic cities around the world and own some of skateboarding’s most epic spots.

Key Features
• A New Way To Skate— Pick a board and shred - the Wii Remote and the Wii Balance Board both act as skateboards, intuitively reacting to gestures that mirror real world skate maneuvers. Hands or feet can both be used to deepen the connection between the player and the boarding experience.
• Create the Ultimate Skate Space with My Spot — Gamers can make spots truly their own by moving objects like ramps, rails, and benches to fit their skating style. Unlock new skateable objects by winning challenges and then create a fantasy dream park.
• Real-World Skate Spots— Conquer the best San Vanelona spots and get sponsored by real skate companies. Then travel the world to skate, own, and customize iconic real-world locales.
• Thrash it out with Your Friends – Skateboarding isn’t just fun by yourself. Rip it up with your buddies in a variety of unique and entertaining multiplayer challenges.
• Live to Skate, Skate to Live— Skate with the world’s top pros, win challenges and earn sponsorships in the quest to become Thrasher Magazine’s prestigious Skater of the Year.
• More Skating Online (Nintendo DS only)— Skate against friends, own the leader boards, and use the all new Spot Share feature to share created spots and challenges, all through Nintendo WiFi connectivity.

Product Specifications
Publisher: Electronic Arts
Developer: Black Box
Ship Date: Fall 2008
Category: Skateboarding
EA and  the EA logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Electronic Arts Inc. in the U.S. and/or other countries. All Rights Reserved.  All sponsored products and company names, brand names, logos and trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

Hot on the heels of the entire Legendary Behind the Scenes videos, I have finally completed the upload of the Fallout 3 gameplay video they released during PAX Friday night. Here you go….

Part 1

[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E5zo1RbgdBU]

Part 2

[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lj61AUrFT4Q]

Part 3

[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yUAcGSpnvHg]

Part 4

[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q08z7aq-H4k]

Part 5

[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S2jTR3icd-g]

Enjoy! I can’t wait for October!

Part 1

[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6agtnCUFOE0]

Part 2

[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V3GW-Oia2Oo]

Part 3

[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k9L9am7EBbw]

Part 4

[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gsQe07kzffw]

Part 5

[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ODW0B_Q9p3c]

Star Wars®: The Clone Wars™

The galaxy far, far away takes on a dazzling new look in the first-ever CG-animated Star Wars feature – Star Wars: The Clone Wars. It’s a major entertainment event that includes a brand-new movie, a weekly television series and an exciting videogame. Star Wars: The Clone Wars introduces generations of fans to brand new characters including Anakin Skywalker’s new Padawan learner Ahsoka Tano and promises epic new adventures as well as classic rivalries that delve deeper into the Star Wars Saga.

STAR WARS® THE CLONE WARS™: JEDI ALLIANCE™ (Nintendo DS)

Star Wars The Clone Wars: Jedi Alliance takes the player into the world of the all-new Star Wars animated feature film and television series set between Episode II and Episode III. Experience the combined power when two Jedi join forces to fight as one.  Choose your favorite Jedi pair at the start of each mission and experience unique moves and combat skills.  With an innovative stylus-based input, controlling the Jedi’s movement and lightsaber combat has never felt more immersive.

• Play through an original story – exclusive to the Nintendo DS – that expands The Clone Wars series set between Episode II and Episode III in exciting new directions.
• Create your own Jedi dream teams by pairing Jedi in any combination. For example, team up Anakin Skywalker with Obi-Wan Kenobi, or Ahsoka Tano with Mace Windu.
• Develop the relationship between two Jedi and generate more powerful attacks and special abilities. Replay missions with different character combinations to unlock new areas, collectibles, and other secrets.
• Control all movement, lightsaber combat and cinematic action sequences with just the DS stylus.

Star Wars®: The Clone Wars™

The galaxy far, far away takes on a dazzling new look in the first-ever CG-animated Star Wars feature – Star Wars: The Clone Wars. It’s a major entertainment event that includes a brand-new movie, a weekly television series and an exciting videogame. Star Wars: The Clone Wars introduces generations of fans to brand new characters including Anakin Skywalker’s new Padawan learner Ahsoka Tano and promises epic new adventures as well as classic rivalries that delve deeper into the Star Wars Saga.
STAR WARS® THE CLONE WARS™: LIGHTSABER DUELS™ (Wii)

Now everyone can experience the fun and excitement of a Lightsaber fight.  Star Wars The Clone Wars: Lightsaber Duels immerses you in the characters, locations, and epic duels from the all-new Star Wars animated feature film and television series set between Episode II and Episode III. Built from the ground-up for Wii™,  Lightsaber Duels features an intuitive motion-controlled combat system that puts the Lightsaber™ weapon in your hand.  Mastering the Jedi’s distinctive weapon is now within any player’s grasp.

• Fight the most memorable duels from The Clone Wars feature film and TV series.
• Wield your Wii Remote like a lightsaber and experience first-hand the unique weapon of the Jedi Knights with intuitive controls, so no matter what your gaming experience you can become a lightsaber master.
• Play with your friends as your favorite Clone Wars hero or villain – from familiar characters like Anakin Skywalker and General Grievous to new faces like Ahsoka Tano and Asajj Ventress – each with a unique fighting style and set of skills.
• Exploit your interactive surroundings to defeat your opponent: slice down pillars and Force throw them against your foe.
• Duel your way through significant Clone Wars locations, such as Tatooine and Teth.

AUSTIN, Texas - August 29th, 2008
One of the most popular and successful puzzle games has been re-energized, updated, and smacked with a heavy dose of character, color, and variety. You can see for yourself in Empire Interactive’s official trailer for the upcoming puzzle game, Pipe Mania.

Check out the trailer for a glimpse of some never before seen gameplay footage, featuring the game’s zany cast of characters. Join Junior and his sister, Faucet, on their journey through Pipe Mania as they struggle to keep the flooze flowing on its path through hundreds of challenging puzzles. Each unique world boasts its own gameplay elements and piece types and a boss character for the heroes to vanquish. To uncover the true identity of the cowboy plumber, check out the new trailer

[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n96WxgKmlZI]

Releasing in late September, on Nintendo DS™, PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) system, PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system and PC, Pipemania will sport an ESRB rating of “E” for “Everyone” and will retail for $19.99.