Without spoiling too much, the original Star Wars: The Force Unleashed's ending didn't exactly leave things open for a sequel. Well, that hasn't stopped LucasArts from trying, and have unleashed a fully-loaded new cinematic trailer for the game, which reveals the game's story for the first time.
While the trailer is all CG, it does showcase some impressive new moves Starkiller will utilize for the sequel, plus, taking out a room of Stormtroopers is always a good time. But is his return really all that necessary? Beware spoilers, folks, as the cut is not as forgiving as I am.
Lucasarts revealed this week at Comic-Cont that Boba Fett will appear in Star Wars: The Force Unleashed II. So far his role in the game is small, but still important enough to have an impact.
LucasArts revealed a short pre-rendered video detailing Boba Fett's first appearance in Force Unleashed II. This comes along with the project lead's own description of Boba Fett's introduction to the game.
For those of you who love to crunch numbers, Microsoft's Major Nelson has revealed the top 20 titles of 2008 on Xbox Live, from the Xbox 360, Xbox Live Arcade, and even Xbox Originals.
One of the most hyped features (somewhere after Netflix and Avatars) of the New Xbox Experience is the ability to install games to the Xbox 360's hard drive. However, as Halo 3 has taught us, it's not quite a perfect procedure. In fact, it would seem that there is a small number of titles which don't really see any improvement when installed, thanks to the way the developers designed them.
According to Destructoid, these titles are Big Bumpin', College Hoops 2k7, Pocket Bike Racers, Sneak King, Crackdown, Dead or Alive Xtreme 2, and Quake II from the Quake IV Bonus Disc (according to NeoGAF). Or, to put it in a different perspective, it's the three Burger King promo games, an out-of-date basketball game, a game most people bought just to get into the Halo 3 beta, and a game most people probably don't want anyone else knowing they own, anyway. Takes a bit of the sting out of it, I figure.
So now we know which ones don't work. But of those that do work, how much space will they take up? This is a question that's no doubt on the minds of many... or at least, however many bought a 360 with a 20GB hard drive.
Fortunately, Sean has compiled a list over at NeoGAF which answers that very question, along with a few notes here and there about the reduction in load times. However, he notes "I can't possibly verify all of these sizes/notes, just going off of what people tell me. If there's an error please correct it and be nice about it."
For your Kombo Konvenience, the list is posted right after the kut... er, cut.
Whew, that was close.
Nintendo must be in a good mood this week, with four games available for download: Two on WiiWare, two on Virtual Console. And it doesn't appear to be a bad selection, either: WiiWareâ„¢
Midnight Bowlingâ„¢ (Gameloft, 1-4 players, Rated E for Everyone, 800 Wii Points): Plunge directly into the trendy and electric atmosphere of Midnight Bowling. With awesome playing sensations, prepare for ultra-fun gaming thanks to a new physics engine that lets you control your throws precisely and easily with your Wii Remoteâ„¢ controller and make spectacular spins that will impress your opponents. Face up to three friends in the fun party mode, where your playing abilities will be put to the test. Whatever your experience level, launch yourself into the immersive career mode, where you will play in the trendiest bowling spots on the planet against charismatic characters that will give you a run for your money.
MadStone (Riverman Media, 1-2 players, Rated E for Everyone, 800 Wii Points): Time is short. Earth trembles as the forces of nature stir and grow restless. Can you turn the tide? In this dynamic puzzle game, you must clear the path for your elemental MadStones to reach the bottom of the screen. Blocks can be broken by striking them directly or by the force of falling objects. The novice tries frantically to break enough blocks, while the master sets up cascading collapses with only a handful of direct strikes. As two sides struggle for domination, titanic forces build, only to be unleashed in an earth-shaking final confrontation. Experience the mystical single-player journey, or challenge a friend in competitive two-player mode.
Virtual Consoleâ„¢
Mario Golf™ (Nintendo 64™, 1-4 players, Rated E for Everyone, 1,000 Wii Points): Mario™ takes a well-deserved break from his role as the Mushroom Kingdom's busiest hero and returns to the links for some world-class golfing action. Since no one likes to hit the fairways alone, he's brought along a group of friends—both familiar characters and brand new ones. Choose from 10 different modes of play and six 18-hole courses in a variety of environments for a golfing experience with endless replay value. Add in fun, colorful graphics with a Mario touch (a Boo indicates wind direction), intuitive controls, incredibly deep game play and multiplayer support (taunt your opponents), and you have a game anyone will enjoy—even if you've never played a round of golf. Fore!
Shining Force™ II (Sega Genesis, 1 player, Rated E for Everyone—Mild Fantasy Violence, 800 Wii Points): It's a dark and stormy night in the kingdom of Granseal when a thief steals two jewels from the Tower of the Ancients. He sets in motion strange events that lead to the resurrection of Zeon, the Devil King. Granseal's king falls sick, the princess is kidnapped, and a door to Arc Valley, the Devil King's home, is opened. The young swordsman, Bowie, realizing the grave danger Granseal faces, must lead the Shining Force to find the Holy Sword and the stolen jewels, and protect Granseal against the invading armies of Zeon. -- Press ReleaseHmm, Mario Golf is certainly tempting, as is Midnight Bowling. Jury's out on MadStone, though. Shining Force 2 may be worth a go, I can't remember if it was any good or not.
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