2012 will be the year Microsoft finally unveils its next-generation Xbox console. Rumours suggest the platform will feature Kinect built-in.
PROJECT GOTHAM RACING The game’s original
developer Bizarre Creations is no longer with us. But Microsoft’s hit street racer is on course to make a comeback regardless.
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PLAYSTATION 4 That’s right. You didn’t think Sony would let Microsoft get the head start again, did you? PlayStation 4 reveal this year. We’ll put money on it.
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It’s been five years since the last Half-Life. In that time, Valve has been playing around with acclaimed zombie multiplayer blasters, first-person puzzlers and a few, quirky download games. Has the studio forgotten its ground-breaking FPS series? Of course not. It’ll be revealed this year.
WHAT ARE YOU LOOKING FORWARD TO?
Craig McNicol Managing Director, Koch Media
I am looking forward to Wii U reclaiming the casual games revenues from digital to those reliant on packaged media.
David Reeves COO,
Capcom Europe
I am looking forward to a nice, peaceful, children’s game being top of the charts for 10 weeks in 2012.
Ian Chambers International VP, IGN
It has to be the Wii U. I can’t wait to experience the gaming innovation that Nintendo has in store for us.
Sarah Jasper Head of Business Development, The Hut Group
The release of the Wii U. This console will undoubtedly take Nintendo to the next level as they grab back the high-def gaming audience.
Christoph Hartmann President, 2K
I’m looking forward to Germany beating England during Euro 2012.
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GRID 2 Dirtis not the only one of Codemasters’ racing franchises in the works. It’s not certain the sequel to the BAFTA-winning game will reach the chequered flag this year, but expect it to be shown.