RELEASE SCHEDULE ON THE RADAR: SONY
The format holder has a myriad of new games set for 2011 including triple-A blockbusters, 3D and Move titles.
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An update on key digital download releases Ilomilo
LITTLEBIGPLANET 2
Formats: PS3 Released: January 21st
Sony’s imaginative platformer gets a sequel with more worlds, an extensive level editor and new game creator.
KILLZONE 3
Format: PS3 Released: February 25th
3D and Move-compatible FPS Killzone 3boasts a new campaign, weaponry, upgraded AI and its own gun peripheral.
Publisher: Microsoft Formats: Xbox 360 Released: Out now This unique puzzler allows one or two players to progress across cutesy levels with a graphical style not too dissimilar to LittleBigPlanet. It costs 800 Microsoft Points.
MOTORSTORM APOCALYPSE
Format: PS3 Released: March 18th
The latest off-road racer is set during an apocalypse. It also features 40 unique races and 12 vehicle types.
SORCERY
Format: PS3 Released: Q1
Sony showed off its new Move IP at E3 2010. Players command a wizard who has a range of spells at his disposal.
Guitar Hero: January Mega Pack Publisher: Activision Formats: 360, PS3, Wii Released: Out now New tracks from Nine Inch Nails, A Day To Remember, Hawthorne Heights, The Used and more arrive for rock fans to download. Each song costs 160 Microsoft Points, 200 Wii Points or 99p on PS3.
Space Ace Publisher: Digital Leisure Formats: DSi Released: Out now Don Bluth’s classic arcade adventure makes its way to the DS in this digital re- release. Players must stop Commander Borf, save Earth and rescue the hero’s love interest Kim.
TEAM ICO HD COLLECTION
Formats: PS3 Released: Q1
The classic PSone adventure Icoand PS2 title Shadow of the Colossusare re-released on one disc.
UNCHARTED 3: DECEPTION
Format: PS3 Released: November 1st
The sequel to 2009’s Uncharted 2has the potential to be game of the year. It promises more action and exploration.
Family Guy Time Warped Publisher: Glu Games Formats: iPhone, iPod Touch, iPad Released: Out now The gargantuan Family Guy TV cartoon enters the iPhone market in this side- scrolling action platformer Time Warped.
COMING SOON
MCV pinpoints three important future releases
DUE IN: 6 MONTHS
BATMAN: ARKHAM CITY Format: 360, PS3, PC
Publisher:Warner
The Caped Crusader returns this autumn in the follow-up to the award-winning action adventure beat ‘em up Arkham Asylum.
DUE IN: 9 MONTHS
THE ELDER SCROLLS V: SKYRIM Format: 360, PS3, PC
Publisher: Bethesda
The latest instalment in Bethesda’s popular Elder Scrollsfranchise aims to better 2006’s smash hit Oblivion. Expect a huge game world.
DUE IN: 12 MONTHS
NEVERWINTER Format: PC
Publisher: Atari
Cryptic Studios is refreshing the classic PC RPG series Neverwinter Nightsin this brand new Dungeons and Dragons-style adventure.
TWO WORLDS II
Released: February 4th Format: PC, 360, PS3 Publisher: TopWare Distributor: Open Contact: +(00) 497 2146 4720
Already a hit in Germany and Europe with 1.5m units sold, RPG Two Worlds IIarrives on UK shores next month. Players take control of an unnamed hero who must save the world.
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ZUMBA FITNESS
Released: February 4th Format: PS3, Wii Publisher: 505 Games Distributor: Gem Contact: 01279 822800
The unique Kinect fitness title heads to Wii and PS3, courtesy of 505 Games. Zumba is the latest exercise craze which blends aerobic activities with Latin dance moves and energetic music.
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