RELEASE SCHEDULE ON THE RADAR: MAY
Next month is packed with high-profile releases, from Codies racer Dirt 3 to Rockstar’s ambitious L.A. Noire
PROGRESS BAR
An update on key digital download releases
LEGO PIRATES
Format: 360, PS3, Wii, DS, 3DS Released: May 13th
Jack Sparrow and his crew get the LEGO treatment as the series returns to cinemas in On Stranger Tides.
THE WITCHER 2
Format: PC Released: May 17th
The sequel to the popular 2007 RPG promises an intriguing story and intense combat.
The Fancy Pants Adventure Publisher: EA Format: 360, PSN Released: Out Now A console-exclusive platformer that follows on from two hit Flash games. Players take on the role of Fancy Pants Man and embark on a quest to rescue his kidnapped sister.
GO Series: Tower of Deus Publisher: Rising Star Format: DSiWare Released: Out Today A 2D platform game where players must race to the top of a cursed tower before time runs out.
L.A. NOIRE
Format: 360, PS3 Released: May 20th
Rockstar’s highly anticipated ‘40s crime sim. Players will be able to tell if suspects are lying through facial animation.
DIRT 3
Format: 360, PS3, PC Released: May 24th
The hugely popular racing series from Codemasters returns, promising the most realistic rally experience to date.
Dissidia 012: Final Fantasy DLC Publisher: EA Format: 360, PSN Released: April 27th The latest new content for the PSP brawler includes a new costume for Sephiroth and music from FFVII. More will follow on May 4th with a Laguna costume and FFVIIIsong pack.
DUNGEON SIEGE 3
Format: 360, PS3, PC Released: May 27th
Square Enix revives the Dungeon Siege franchise for a fresh bout of magic battles and mystery.
F.E.A.R. 3
Format: 360, PS3, PC Released: May 27th
The third instalment in the acclaimed survival horror FPS series, courtesy of Warner Bros.
COD: Black Ops Escalation Pack Publisher: Activison Format: Xbox 360 Released: May 3rd The next batch of DLC for the latest CODis due on Xbox Live next month. The map pack features five new arena, as well as some new scenarios for the popular Zombies mode.
COMING SOON
MCV pinpoints three important future releases
DUE IN: 6 MONTHS
GEARS OF WAR 3 Format: 360
Publisher: Microsoft
Load up your lancers –Marcus Fenix and his Locust-maiming chums are back for the conclusion of the Gears of Wartrilogy.
DUE IN: 9 MONTHS
DEAD RISING 2: OFF THE RECORD Format: 360, PS3, PC
Publisher: Capcom
Frank West takes on zombie hordes with Tag- Team Interviews and amusing pictures of games industry execs. (This might not be true.)
DUE IN: 12 MONTHS
SNIPER ELITE 2 Format: 360, PS3
Publisher: 505 Games
505 is working on a sequel to popular 2005 shooter Sniper Elite. This tactical FPS is set in Berlin during the final days of World War II.
THE FIRST TEMPLAR
Released: May 6th Format: PC, 360 Publisher: Kalypso Distributor: Advantage Contact: 0121 506 0985
Kalypso Media’s medieval RPG with an emphasis on bloody battles. Set in the 13th Century, players guide a French Templar and his exiled lady
companion on their search for the Holy Grail.
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FIT & FUN
Released: May 13th Format: Wii Publisher: Funbox Distributor: Gem Contact: 01279 822800
A fresh entry into the Wii fitness market from Funbox, developed in conjunction with health experts. Players can create workouts, or enjoy mini-games such as hang gliding and bobsledding.
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