NHL 08 (PS2/PS3/X360/PC)
EA SPORTS NHL08 charges in the next gen era with advancements in AI intelligence, innovative controls, online depth and an unmatched level of authenticity to the sport, allowing players to feel like they can play like a pro without ever touching the ice.
The revolutionary Skill Stick System evolves in NHL 08 and delivers an unparalleled level of control. An all-new deking system enables you to move the puck off your stick, to walk around a defender and give you space in front to challenge the goalie. For all the goaltenders out there, an all-new Goalie Mode feature lets you strap on the pads and be the last line of defense in net for the first time.
Showcasing true next-gen horsepower, an all-new intelligent CPU called On-The-Fly AI functionally coaches against you to counter your tendencies, and forces you to adjust your strategy. With Create-a-Play, you can hit the whiteboard and showcase your own strategic wisdom by customizing plays, recording them in practice mode and bringing them into game to outsmart your opponent. Innovative new online features such as Online Custom Leagues and Online Team Play that links up to six players anywhere in the world, gives you a new level of online depth.
NHL 08 will feature an exclusive AHL license for the first time, with all 29 teams from the primary development league for the NHL fully playable in game. Develop your talent with their AHL affiliate until you are ready to call them up for the show. Manage your team from the ground up while staying under the salary cap. With unlimited control, unmatched depth and infinite possibilities, no game is ever the same with NHL 08.
In Europe the game will hit stores beginning September 21 for the Xbox 360 and PC, with the PS3 version following on September 28 and the PS2 version on October 10.
DiRT (PS3)
Colin McRae: DIRT is a thrill ride through a massive range of off-road racing experiences on gravel, mud and dirt, right across the globe. Race in challenging, heavyweight 850bhp cars through high speed blind corners and along perilous cliff edges in the Hill Climb events, including the world famous Pikes Peak International through the Rocky Mountains of Colorado.
Multiple car races take players across grueling desert terrain in Rally Raid competitions, while Rally Cross switches between dirt and road racing. There's also Crossover circuits and events from the CORR (Championship Off-Road Racing) series in the U.S., which combines powerful buggies with exciting dirt tracks and tabletop jumps, drop-offs and moguls for an intoxicating mix. DIRT also offers a dedicated mode for rally championships and an online race mode for up to 100 players.
DiRT, rated "E" (Everyone - Alcohol Reference, Mild Language, Mild Violence), for is available at U.S. retail outlets nationwide for a suggested retail price of $59.99.
Kengo: Legend of the 9 (Xbox 360)
Developed by Genki, Kengo: Legend of the 9 challenges players to carve out their place in history as nine real samurai warriors from feudal Japan.
"Kengo: Legend of the 9 is the complete package: stunning high definition graphics; action-packed gameplay; a robust upgrade and customization system; and an attractive price point that offers next-generation gamers outstanding value," said Ken Gold, vice president of Marketing, Majesco.
Kengo: Legend of the 9 features nine real samurai warriors: Musashi Miyamoto, Jubei Yagyu and Sanako Chiba, among others. Each has his/her own storyline, attack techniques and upgradeable attributes (health, stamina, attack power and defense). Four gameplay modes include: Main Mode with intertwining storylines; Mission Mode with 10 time-based missions loosely based on real historical events; two-player, head-to-head battles in Combat Mode; and Xbox Live Leaderboard where players compete for new equipment and the best ranking against other Xbox Live gamers by pitting AI profiles against each other. By using the environment to their advantage, players can also perform grapple moves that result in cinematic instant kills.
Kengo: Legend of the 9 is currently available nationwide for a suggested retail price of $39.99.
Guilty Gear XX Accent Core (PS2)
Developed by Arc System Works, this latest iteration returns with its trademark high-resolution graphics along with an entirely retuned fighting system, new stages, new characters, graphics, voices and the ability to create matches between old and new characters in the Generations Mode.
"We are proud to finally be releasing what is arguably the best Guilty Gear game in the series," said Gail Salamanca, Director of Marketing, Aksys Games. "Having worked on the original Guilty Gear game, it's great to see how the series has changed and evolved since then. One thing that hasn't changed though, has been Guilty Gear's ability to build such a dedicated and passionate fan-base. So, we'd like to thank the fans for their input and enthusiasm in helping bring Accent Core to the U.S. market."?
Key Features:
- Over 20 deadly combatants to choose from, including 2 new characters! All of your favorite characters have returned with new moves and an alternate EX version of each. Accent Core also introduces 2 reinvented fighters, A.B.A and Order-Sol that have never been seen outside of Japan.
- Refined fighting game system with 3 new gameplay systems! Accent Core’s Force Break, Throw Escape and Slash Back systems give all the fighters’ new defensive and offensive capabilities.
- New sights and sounds! New backgrounds, character voices and an introductory animation have been added for a fresh Guilty Gear experience.
- Multiple modes of mayhem! Hone your fighting skills in 5 different modes: Arcade, Medal of Millionaire, Versus, Survival and Training.
Gulty Gear XX Accent Core has not yet been rated by the ESRB.