Published: Wednesday, June 9, 2010
Exciting shooters, intense third-person action, authentic sports games and family friendly fare show the versatility of 2K’s biggest E3 showing ever
New York, NY – June 9, 2010 - 2K announced today its star-studded E3 2010 lineup that includes premier high-quality games for gamers of all tastes and ages. The full scope of 2K’s experience will be on display in the South Hall at Booth 2823, as the sequels to some of gaming’s biggest franchises will make an appearance alongside the debut of new and exciting additions to their portfolio, creating 2K’s biggest E3 showing ever.
“By delivering only the hot list-dominating games that we want to play, 2K will take on E3 2010 with its strongest lineup to date across all of its divisions,” said Christoph Hartmann, president of 2K. “The benefit of our strategic approach to this year’s roster of delivering fewer, bigger titles — featuring games like Mafia® II, NBA® 2K11 and New Carnival Games® — is that we can focus on delivering the most engaging and entertaining experiences for today’s broadening gaming audience. From core to casual, 2K will have something for every gamer this holiday season.”
In the past five years, 2K has become one of the gaming industry’s premier publishers, creating titles that are both critically and commercially successful. By developing a mantra that emphasizes quality over quantity, 2K has published a number of multi-million unit selling franchises in a short amount of time for a wide variety of platforms including BioShock®, BorderlandsTM, Carnival Games, Sid Meier’s Civilization®, NBA® 2K, NHL® 2K, Major League Baseball® 2K and more. This year’s E3 lineup personifies the very essence of the 2K DNA of creating prestigious and meaningful titles that continue to innovate in unique and exciting ways.
The 2K booth will be home to eagerly anticipated titles from 2K Games, 2K Sports and 2K Play. In addition, the 2K booth will be hosting photo-ops with six of Playboy magazine’s most popular Playmates appearances, further enhancing the partnership with Mafia II that features more than 50 of Playboy magazine’s vintage covers and Centerfolds as part of a unique in-game integration. Two Playmates will be present at the booth each day for the full three days as part of the Mafia II Photobooth Experience. Show goers can dress up in period clothing and pose with props and upload their photos to their favorite photo sharing and networking sites. Playboy.com’s 2008 Cyber Girl of the Year and Gamer Next Door Jo Garcia will also be available for autographs at 2K’s booth during select hours and dates. Furthermore, the 2K booth will debut the official Mafia II consumer demo for hands-on play for all E3 attendees, prior to its release later this summer. For more information on the Playmates and 2K’s booth activities, please visit: www.mafia2game.com/e3.
2K Games
- Mafia® II (August 24, 2010) – A beautifully crafted look into the dark and unforgiving world of the Mafia where clothing, cars, music and advertising are meticulously created to replicate an American city in the ‘40s and ‘50s. Cinematic storytelling and intense gunplay combine to deliver the action crime game for this generation.
- Sid Meier’s Civilization® V (Fall 2010) - The flagship of the award-winning Civilization series returns, introducing an all-new gameplay engine, new combat tactics, ultra-realistic game world and extensive community and multiplayer features.
- Spec Ops®: The LineTM (2011) – A provocative, military shooter that challenges players’ own morality by putting them in the middle of unspeakable depravity where brutal life-or-death choices take them on a journey into the heart of darkness.
- XCOM® (2011) - An intense and gripping experience driven by the fear and tension that result from mankind’s struggle to survive against a faceless enemy that is violently probing and plotting its way into their world.
2K Sports
- NBA® 2K11 (Fall 2010) – It’s the #1 selling and rated NBA series that everyone is playing – from the most elite NBA athletes and superstars to the local court gym rats. NBA 2K10 delivered on its promise to TAKE OVER, and NBA 2K11 will build on that momentum by dialing up all of its features – gameplay, AI, presentation, visuals, audio, online and more – to deliver what’s expected to be the best basketball video game experience EVER.
- NHL® 2K11 (Fall 2010) - Taking video game hockey to a new level, Wii MotionPlusTM brings revolutionary stick control to your Wii RemoteTM with the ability to execute real-time (one-to-one) dekes, puck juggling, shooting and defensive maneuvers.
2K Play
- New Carnival Games® (Fall 2010) – And we do mean New! The family fun of the original multi-million unit seller soars to new heights with all-new games, attractions and prizes. There’s multiplayer action for every game and a franchise first: compatibility with Wii MotionPlusTM.
- Nickelodeon Fit (November 2010) – The first fitness game designed specifically for children featuring Nickelodeon’s favorite characters. It’s exercise fun with Dora, Diego, Kai-lan and The Backyardigans - with a youthful emphasis on heart health, cardio, strength building and endurance.
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High-end Flight Sims, Innovative Gaming Accessories Headline at this Year’s Show
Lake Forest, Calif.-June 9, 2010 CompuExpert, a division of Digital Interactive Systems Corp., today announced an impressive array of new software and hardware accessories that will be on display in their booth in the South Hall #629 at E3 2010. Products include new gaming peripherals from two recently completed exclusive North American distribution agreements with Sharkoon and Mionix.
Sharkoon
This high-quality Dolby 5.1 headset features four speakers per earpiece and volume controls built into the cable. Through the included Sound Control Unit, the X-Tatic Digital can connect to the optical output of a game console (PS3®, or Xbox® 360), a PC, DVD player or other HiFi device and immediately delivers high-quality sound to listeners. The Sound Control Unit outputs analog Dolby®Digital and Dolby®ProLogic® signals, and supports a second X-Tatic headset. The Sharkoon X-Tatic Digital is immediately available for the retail price of $159.99.
Also featured at the show is the recently announced X-Tatic SP for PS3 and X-Tatic SX for Xbox 360 with a MSRP of $59.99. Shipments will begin in Q4 2010.
Mionix
CompuExpert will be the exclusive North American distributor for the high-end gaming accessories company, Mionix. The ergonomically designed laser gaming mouse will be one of the many high end Mionix featured products at E-3.
“Grip It”- Analog Stick Covers
Grip it or Die. Take control of the game before the game takes control of you with “Grip It”, the new ultimate analog stick cover gaming accessory designed to elevate performance, extend game play, and give you the competitive edge. CompuExpert will be the exclusive World Wide distributor. “Grip It” was made by gamers for gamers. Stop by our booth to get your free set and experience the difference!
Rise of Flight: Iron Cross Edition (PC)
The WWI flight-simulation Rise of Flight returns with Rise of Flight: Iron Cross Edition to be released for PC in North America June 29 to be distributed exclusively by CompuExpert.
Rise of Flight: Iron Cross Edition brings WWI aerial-combat to your computer with two multiplayer modes, twice the flyable aircraft than the original release, and twice the total amount of AI aircraft. The game still includes all of the features from the original, such as the Training Campaign, advanced flight-model, physics engine, progressive damage model, Mission Editor and adjustable difficulty settings. It aims to provide a little something for every flight-simulation fan, from single player campaigns to multiplayer dogfights.
Pulse Wave 2
The PulseWave 2 PC headset dramatically improves on the legacy of its predecessor the original PulseWave. PulseWave 2 sports many improvements including: upgraded audio quality, larger 50mm speaker drivers, a more attractive streamlined look, larger more comfortable ear cup design, a re-designed microphone and improved durability, all at an incredibly affordable price PC gamers will appreciate.
“We are pleased that manufacturers from around the world recognize CompuExpert as the leading distributor of choice here in the U.S. which further demonstrates our commitment to superior service and results for our partners,” said Joseph Konowiecki, CEO of Digital Interactive.
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About CompuExpert
CompuExpert, a division of Digital Interactive Systems Corp. is one of the leading distributors for the gaming channels today. With over 18 years of gaming and distribution experience, CompuExpert’s focus us to deliver the attest gaming accessories, frontline gaming titles, and gaming upgrades. CompuExpert strives to deliver dependable supply line information and distribution logistics to ensure customers find the products they are looking for today.
Published: Tuesday, June 8, 2010
She’d Better Be Worth It E3 Trailer
Continuing the story from the first gameplay trailer “Welcome to Shanghai” the footage reveals more about the motivation and determination Lynch has for protecting his new found girlfriend, Xiu. It also showcases the unrelenting action as players will witness the off-the-cuff play mechanics such as blind-fire and improvised explosive devises.
[To view this trailer, visit TotalPlayStation.com]
GameStop’s Greed, Betrayal and Revenge Preorder Bonus
IO Interactive and Square Enix are proud to announce the Greed, Betrayal, and Revenge Multiplayer Pack, a collection of bonus content for Kane & Lynch 2: Dog Days, available only with in-store and online preorders from GameStop. With their preorder, gamers will receive an exclusive multiplayer map as well as a deadly collection of weapons.
Betrayal, greed, and dirty money are the name of the game in the exclusive Radio Tower Map, which can be played in all four of Kane & Lynch 2: Dog Days’ multi-player modes. To facilitate the depravity and deceit, players will have three exclusive multi-player weapons at their disposal: the Doretta handgun with silencer, the US-standard Steele 780 shotgun, and the TOQ SBR submachine gun.
The exclusive GameStop preorder items are available for online and in-store customers while supplies last.
360: http://www.gamestop.com/Catalog/ProductDetails.aspx?product_id=76923
PS3: http://www.gamestop.com/Catalog/ProductDetails.aspx?product_id=76921
Kane & Lynch 2: Dog Days follows two of gaming’s most notorious criminals as they experience 48 hours of hell. The distinctive visual style and relentless action offer intensity only Kane and Lynch could provide. Kane & Lynch 2: Dog Days is set to release August 24, 2010 in North America on Xbox 360, PlayStation 3 and PC.
Author: E3Updates StaffPublished: Friday, June 4, 2010
ROSEMEAD, CA (June 2010) – E3 2010 is going to be even more groovy with Hyperkin’s launch of the DDRGame branded Tough Non-Slip Dance Platform, the industry’s first dance pad that features intelligent groove-texture arrows and is designed with an extremely durable, curl-resistant material. And with the built-in 4 in 1 multi-platform connecter, the Tough Non-Slip Dance Platform is compatible with PlayStation, PlayStation 2, Xbox, Nintendo Wii, PC/Mac, as well as PlayStation 3 using an optional adapter. The new dance pad will be on display at Booth 523 South Hall.
The Tough Non-Slip Dance Platform features a high graded EVA dancing surface that significantly reduces tearing on the dance mat, and the tough dancing surface is curl-resistant so that the dance pad will not curl upwards over an extended period time. Its non-slip bottom is made with a specially designed microfiber material that prevents the platform from moving around on carpet or hardwood floors.
Built with durability, comfort and performance in mind, the Tough Non-Slip Dance Platform represents a new series of dance platforms that will transform the way gamers play Dance Dance Revolution. The Tough Non-Slip Dance Platform is the first dance platform that features intelligent groove-texture arrows on the dance surface. The strategically crafted and placed groove textures allow you to differentiate your steps on the dance surface and provide players with a greater sense of awareness and coordination. In addition, stepping on the groove textures soothe your sore and tired feet. No, seriously.
“Whether you are a complete novice or a DDR expert, the Tough Non-Slip Dance Platform sets the bar for comfort, durability and performance,” stated Steven Mar, Hyperkin’s Marketing Director. “This is the toughest dance pad design anywhere, and we’re very excited to see the reactions at E3.”
Product Highlights:
- High grade EVA dancing surface significantly reduces surface tearing
- Curl-resistant dance surface prevents dance mat edges from curling upwards
- Foldable pad for easy travel and storage
- Microfiber non-slip material prevents mat from sliding on carpet or hardwood floor
- Intelligent groove-texture arrows allow players to differentiate steps on the dance surface
- Groove-texture arrows give players a greater sense of awareness and coordination
- Groove-texture arrows soothe sore and tired feet
- Multi-platform 4-in-1 connector – compatible with Playstation, Playstation 2, Xbox, PC/Mac and Nintendo Wii (not compatible with Xbox 360)
- SRP: $69.99
- Available for Testing at Booth 523 South Hall