by Rainier on Sept. 27, 2005 @ 9:13 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Frogger makes his debut on the NDS with the release of Frogger Helmet Chaos and will be shipping one day later on the PSP. Additionally, Frogger: Ancient Shadow brings the classic "hop-n-dodge" gameplay to the PS2, Xbox and GameCube. Each title features innovative gameplay, new characters, and dynamic environments, with more levels than previous games in the franchise.
by Rainier on Sept. 6, 2005 @ 10:31 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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The Winx Club follows the adventures of five fashion savvy teenage girls who use their special powers to transform into magical fairies and save the universe. The Winx Club airs Saturday mornings on 4Kids TV, 4Kids Entertainment's four-hour block of children's programming on FOX.
by Rainier on Sept. 6, 2005 @ 3:25 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Konami of Europe revs up new PS 2 racer featuring some of Japan’s most tortuous mountain courses, offering an unusual take on the racing genre. Kaido Racer, developed by Genki, is a fast-paced racing title that faithfully recreates some of Japan's most famous mountain courses
by Judy on July 25, 2005 @ 8:27 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Konami today announced a multi-year agreement with FremantleMedia Licensing Worldwide, co-producer and licensor of American Idol, that gives the company the exclusive interactive video game rights for American Idol.
by Rainier on July 20, 2005 @ 9:37 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Konami today announced that it will publish the official video game based on Aardman animation's and DreamWorks' upcoming movie, Wallace & Gromit: The Curse of the Were-Rabbit. With huge free-roaming gaming environments, inventive action, plentiful gadgets, numerous mini games and humorous visuals that reproduce the distinctive look of the film, the game perfectly captures the fun, zany and imaginative world of Wallace and Gromit.
by Judy on May 23, 2005 @ 11:45 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Check out the following new screens from Konami's 2005 E3 lineup:
by Rainier on May 18, 2005 @ 12:18 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Konami today announced a new development team will be formed inside Konami Corporation. Former Konami Computer Entertainment Japan West Team, lead by creator Hideo Kojima, embarks on a new era as “Kojima Productions” inside Konami Corporation. MGS 4, Metal Gear Acid 2, and MGS 3: Subsistencenare the first projects. Read more for details ...
by Rainier on April 12, 2005 @ 2:08 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Konami Corp announced that it will make its affiliate game software maker Hudson Soft Co a subsidiary through a private offering of new shares later this month. Responding to a capital infusion request from the financially troubled Hudson, Konami will buy 3 million new Hudson shares on April 27 for 1.43 billion yen. Previously Konami already owned 45% of the company, and after the acquisition of shares clims to 54%. Hudson Soft currently has 540 employees, but the upcoming restructuring will surely slim that number down.
by Rainier on March 30, 2005 @ 7:55 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Konami of Europe has announced it will release Coded Arms for Sony's PSP this summer. Coded Arms is a fast-paced and aesthetically stunning first-person shooter set within a hastily abandoned Virtual Reality system.
by Rainier on March 8, 2005 @ 6:54 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Konami today announced that it has shipped two video game titles based on the hit TOKYOPOP anime property Rave Master. Rave Master: Special Attack Force for the GBA and Rave Master for the GameCube are over-the-top fighting games that feature storylines, characters and locations from the popular Rave Master animated TV series and comic books.
by Judy on Feb. 18, 2005 @ 10:18 a.m. PST | Filed under
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DC Studios today announced a major multi-format development agreement between DC Studios and Konami Europe for a yet un-announcement product, scheduled for Q4 2005.
by Judy on Feb. 8, 2005 @ 5:08 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Konami Digital Entertainment America today announced that Shaman King: Legacy of the spirits, Soaring Hawk and Shaman King: Legacy of the spirits, Sprinting Wolf for the GBA have shipped to retail stores nationwide. Based on the popular Shaman King television series and comic books, these strategic, anime-style games bring to life the exciting world and characters from the 4Kids Entertainment's "4Kids TV" series.
by Judy on Jan. 27, 2005 @ 6:50 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Rengoku: The Tower of Purgatory is a third-person action game that places players in a dark and distant future. Modeled in a compelling blend of Eastern and Western sci-fi/fantasy, Rengoku puts gamers in the role of a well-armed battle android that must fight its way to the pinnacle of a great tower to confront a mysterious foe.
by Judy on Oct. 27, 2004 @ 2:45 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Konami America today announced that Yu-Gi-Oh! Capsule Monster Coliseum for PlayStation2 and Yu-Gi-Oh! Destiny Board Traveler for Game Boy Advance have shipped to retail stores nationwide.
by Judy on Oct. 15, 2004 @ 1:50 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Konami today announced that Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater will be released exclusively for the PS2 nationwide on Wednesday, November 17, 2004. Directed and produced by Hideo Kojima, MGS3 delivers the definitive stealth action experience with unique gameplay elements, extraordinary depth, a captivating storyline and a mind-blowing presentation.
by Judy on Sept. 27, 2004 @ 1:37 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Today we have more screens for Konami's 2004 Tokyo Game Show lineup. Check the following new screens for :
- Enthusia Professional Racing
- Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater
- Metal Gear Solid Acid
- OZ
- Rumble Roses
by Judy on Sept. 5, 2004 @ 9:54 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Vivendi Universal and Konami today announced an exclusive distribution agreement in Japan. Konami will be the exclusive distributor for VU Games' console titles in Japan; VU Games will maintain publishing responsibilities.
by Judy on Aug. 20, 2004 @ 3:11 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Konami held their summer press event today, and here are a deluge of screens from the titles that were presented:
- King Arthur
- Nanobreaker
- Neo Contra
- Rumble Rose
- S.L.A.I. Phantom Crash
- Suikoden IV
- Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 2
- Ys: The Ark of Napishtim
Click "Read More" to check them out!
by Judy on July 7, 2004 @ 8:00 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Today, Konami Digital Entertainment - America announced details of the two concluding tournaments that will ultimately result in the crowning of the 2004 Yu-Gi-Oh! World Video Game Champion.
by Rainier on June 29, 2004 @ 12:19 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Konami today announced that it has shipped Yu-Gi-Oh! Reshef of Destruction for GBA and Yu-Gi-Oh! Power of Chaos: Joey The Passion for PC. In Yu-Gi-Oh! Reshef of Destruction, players have access to 800 unique cards, including all three of the powerful Egyptian god cards, as they embark on an all-new role playing game adventure. For PC gamers, Yu-Gi-Oh! Power of Chaos: Joey the Passion delivers the ultimate PC trading card game battle featuring two-player LAN play for the first time in the series.
by Rainier on June 8, 2004 @ 5:29 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Konami announced today that it has signed a worldwide video game agreement with Alliance Atlantis Communication Inc. for Alliance Atlantis' new children's animated property, Dragon Booster. Konami Digital Entertainment, Inc. will develop, manufacture and distribute the game based on the highly anticipated animated series that is expected to debut in the US on Jetix (ABC Family and Toon Disney's branded block) Saturday, October 23, 2004 and on CBC in Canada on Tuesday, October 26, 2004, before rolling out around the world in early 2005.
by Thomas Wilde on May 18, 2004 @ 1:55 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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On May 11th, 2004, Konami unveiled their E3 2004 lineup in a pre-show, held at the Los Angeles Public Library and Auditorium for a select audience of industry journalists. Of course we were present and got to check out various of the upcoming Konami titles, without the stress of the actual show. We have impressions for :
by Rainier on May 17, 2004 @ 11:27 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Today we have more screens for Konami's 2004 E3 lineup. Check the new screens for :
by Rainier on May 10, 2004 @ 12:27 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Konami and Buena Vista Interactive today announced plans to publish video games based on one of the summer’s most anticipated films, “King Arthur.” Under development by Krome Studios PTY, Ltd., the King Arthur video game will utilize footage from the Touchstone Pictures/Jerry Bruckheimer Films movie and feature likenesses of characters from the film. The game is being developed for the PlayStation2, Xbox and GameCube.
by Rainier on April 21, 2004 @ 11:04 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Encore! Encore! Konami Digital Entertainment today announced that Karaoke Revolution Volume 2, the follow-up to last year's critically-acclaimed music game, will hit the stage this July for the PlayStation2.