Bubble Bobble Plus!

Wii Points: 600
Game Type: Puzzle Action
Control Type: Wii Remote
Players: 1-4
Publisher: Taito Corp.

"Bub and Bob are back in this brand new WiiWare update to the classic arcade game! Bubble Bobble Plus! includes a new version of the original game, support for up to four players, online scoreboards, and even new, downloadable levels!"


Adventure Island: The Beginning

Wii Points: 600
Game Type: Action Platforming
Control Type: Wii Remote
Players: 1
Publisher: Hudson

"Hudson Soft's platformer classic returns for a new generation! Help Master Higgins explore the enemy-ridden island in search of his kidnapped girlfriend. Or try all-new minigames like skateboard racing or the button-bashing challenge!"


Clay Fighter

Wii Points: 800
Game Type: Fighting
Players: 1-2
Publisher: Interplay

"In this zany 2-D fighter, it's just another day for a humble traveling circus troupe when a meteor crash-lands in their camp. The otherworldly orb, made entirely out of interstellar clay, contaminates all the circus employees, turning them into bizarrely superpowered versions of themselves. Choose from among the unique clay creatures, such as Bonker, the cheerfully manic clown, or Blue Suede Goo, the mild-mannered Elvis impersonator turned violent vocalist. Master their “Claytalities,” like the operatic Helga's deadly high note and Bad Mr. Frosty's fists of snowball fury!"

"Enter the colorful world of West Wallaby Street in the first of four cracking adventures in Wallace & Gromit Episode 1: Fright of the Bumblebees. In this first episode, the inventor and his loyal pooch are faced with a big problem. They need 50 gallons of honey by tonight—far more than their bees can handle. When Wallace's plans to step up production go horribly awry, it falls to Gromit to fight off the angry swarm.

Featuring a brand new story with the same slapstick humour, cinematic visuals, and charm that fans of the Wallace & Gromit films have come to love, Fright of the Bumblebees kicks off this four-episode series in cracking style!"

Wallace & Gromit: Episode 1 will be out on Wednesday for 800MSP.

Click here for the official Xbox.com splash page.

"Yosumin! is a puzzle game where you find rectangles of matching tiles known as "yosumin" and make them disappear. Make massive rectangles for the ultimate feeling of satisfaction! Yosumin! is a deceptively simple yet fiendish challenge, and it's not just about solo play—there are online battle modes to enjoy as well!"

Yosumin Live! will be available on Wednesday for 800MSP

Click here for the official Xbox.com splash page

This week the next latest addition to Hasbro Family Game Night - Boggle will be available. It will be available everywhere on Wednesday for 800MSP.

For this week only, in celebration of the release of Bionic Commando, Bionic Commando Rearmed is 400MSP. This offer is only available to Gold subscribers.

Click here to download the trial from the web marketplace.

Fresh from the release of Arkanoid Live! on Xbox Live Arcade, Taito have revealed Arkanoid Plus! for WiiWare.

The game appears to be exactly like the Xbox Live Arcade version - 62 different levels across 2 episodes, Vs. modes and cooperative play and the ability to download more episodes through DLC.

It appears that almost all of Taito's titles have now made their way to Xbox Live Arcade and WiiWare - the exceptions being the EXIT series being on XBLA and each service having a respective Space Invaders title. Taito has been a large contributor to the PlayStation Network's list of PSOne classics in Japan but has yet to release anything stateside.

Now that the standard set of Taito classics have been revitalized for digital download it'll be interesting to see if they dig down a little deeper into something more obscure - Darius perhaps? RayForce? New Zealand Story? Or even maybe, just maybe, something new?

Arkanoid Plus! will be released in Japan in a days time, I would expect it to be released sometime this year.

Source: Nintendo.co.jp - Arkanoid Plus!

Warner Bros. have revealed, much like we suggested they might, that Watchmen: The End is Nigh will be coming to retail.

For the Xbox 360 you will be able to simply buy both versions on a single disc, however the version available for the PlayStation 3 will be available in a package known as Watchmen: The End is Nigh The Complete Experience which will not only include The End Is Nigh, but will also include the directors cut Bluray version of the movie.

These collections, as well as the second part of Watchmen: The End Is Nigh on XBLA and PSN, are set to be released this July. No price has been set for the retail versions as of yet.

Inferno Pool, a Snooker game with a lot of twists, has been revealed to be coming to Xbox Live Arcade and PlayStation Network.

Originally released as an iPhone title, Inferno Pool has your standard snooker modes but tries to mix things up with combos and some strange split-screen mechanics. You're best off just watching the video to figure it all out.

According to the developer's Twitter feed Inferno Pool will be available this week in Europe for the PlayStation Network and will be released in other consoles and territories later this year.

Source: PSU.com - Inferno Pool coming to PSN, debut trailer released

This week on XNA Roundup Nick examines the politically themed adventure game, Clover, as well as the bare bones arcade racer Streamline.

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Click here to visit the xblcg.info page on Clover.

Click here to visit the xblcg.info page on Streamline.

Dylan Cuthbert has revealed the final name for their upcoming PixelJunk 1-4 game - PixelJunk Shooter.

It was chosen for its simplicity and simple analysis on what you do in the game. Personally I think it's a fairly boring name, while Monsters and Racers were also simple names Eden had a bit more pizazz to it. I also recall Dylan getting a little riled up some time ago because PixelJunk Racers was put in the Racing category on the PlayStation Network when its technically more of a puzzle game. With a name like Shooter I can imagine similar confusion arising.

Anywho, it's not my game, they can do as they please - it still looks like a fantastic game regardless of the name.

Source: PlayStation Blog - PixelJunk 1-4: Drumroll Please …

[In his regular, in-depth look at PlayStation Network sales data, Ryan Langley of GamerBytes examines the Top 10 selling titles of April 2009, from Rag Doll Kung Fu through Flock and beyond, to find out what flew and what fell to earth.]

While the NPD Group may release retail sales data for North America, at GamerBytes we take a look at what they don’t cover – the Xbox Live Arcade and the PlayStation Network. This time round, GamerBytes has exclusively been given the Top 10 selling PlayStation Network titles in North America for April 2009, information not provided by Sony's Pulse show on PSN this month as normal.

April was privy to three new PSN game releases for digital PlayStation 3 download – Rag Doll Kung Fu, Comet Crash and Flock. In this analysis, we'll look to see how well each title did, see which March games were able to hold on, and determine what trends this downloadable space might be adhering to.

Here's the North American Top 10 for PlayStation Network games on the PS3 for April 2009:

Wallace & Gromit Episode 1: Fright of the Bumblebees

Developer: Telltale Games
Publisher: Xbox LIVE Arcade
Genre: Action
Price: 800 Microsoft Points
Availability: Not available in India and Japan

Click here to view the official Xbox.com splash page.




Yosumin! LIVE

Developer: SQUARE ENIX
Publisher: SQUARE ENIX
Genre: Puzzle and Word
Price: 800 Microsoft Points
Availability: All regions except India, Korea

Click here to view the official Xbox.com splash page.

Click here to add Yosumin! to your queue via Xbox web marketplace.


Hasbro Family Game Night (Boggle)

Developer: EA Bright Light
Publisher: Electronic Arts
Genre: Family Games
Price: 800 Microsoft Points
Availability: Not available in Italy, Japan and Korea

Click here to add Boggle to your queue via Xbox web marketplace.

Bionic Commando Rearmed

For this week only, in celebration of the release of Bionic Commando, Bionic Commando Rearmed is 400MSP. This offer is only available to Gold subscribers.

Click here to download the trial from the web marketplace.

Patrick Klepek of G4TV.com has sussed out of Tecmo that the popular NES American Football title will be making its way to Xbox Live Arcade next year.

Speaking to Tecmo about the announcement of Family Fun Football for the Nintendo Wii, Patrick asked about the lack of the previously announced Tecmo Bowl Wii, in which the Tecmo PR responded: "For now, we're focusing on bringing Tecmo Bowl to the Xbox LIVE Arcade [in] early 2010."

This would be Tecmo's first foray into digital downloadable games outside of the Virtual Console, where they did release the first non-NFL licensed Tecmo Bowl. Hopefully this new version will include a facelift and full online integration. Look for more at E3 next week.

Read more: G4TV.com - 'Tecmo Bowl Wii' On Hold, But 'Tecmo Bowl' Hitting Xbox Live Arcade In Early 2010

Cellfactor: Psychokinetic Wars
Cellfactor: Psychokinetic Wars (Trial Available)

Publisher: Ubisoft
Developer: Immersion Games
Category: Multiplayer Shooter
Price: £7.99 / €9.99 / $15.95AUD

"CellFactor: Psychokinetic Wars is a fast-paced first-person multiplayer shooter where you choose your side in the battle of technology vs. humanity. Manipulate your environment and kill your enemies with your choice of gunfire and/or telekinetic superpowers."

Click here for the official CellFactor website.

Inferno Pool
Inferno Pool

Publisher: Dark Energy Digital
Developer: Dark Energy Digital
Category: Snooker / Puzzle
Price: £6.29 / €7.99 / $12.95AUD

"This could well be the most insane version of Pool you’ll ever play, with mayhem filled multiplayer, incredible skill shots and a punishing Inferno Mode, pick up your cue, rack those balls up and experience the fun."

Click here to read an interview with the developers over at The Sixth Axis.

Crash Commando
Crash Commando Trial And Patch

"If you haven’t already downloaded the full version of Crash Commando then now is your chance to experience the mayhem via this single player trial. Sample the frenzied combat, innovative blend of retro arcade gameplay and ludicrously powerful weapons today."

For all the details on the brand new patch for Crash Commandos, click here.

Cuboid
"You can now enjoy further action from this 3D puzzle game (in which you maneuver a rectangular block through lush environments in the hunt towards mystical exits) via these additional packs:"

Booster Pack
Price: £3.19 / €2.99 / $6.95AUD

Level Editor Pack:
Price: £4.79 / €3.99 / $9.95AUD

Bundle Pack
Price: £7.99 / €4.99 / $15.95AUD

"This pack bundles together the Booster Pack and Level Editor Pack"

Crash Commando
Crash Commando Trial And Patch

"If you haven’t already downloaded the full version of Crash Commando then now is your chance to experience the mayhem via this single player trial. Sample the frenzied combat, innovative blend of retro arcade gameplay and ludicrously powerful weapons today."

For all the details on the brand new patch for Crash Commandos, click here.

PSOne Classics
Resident Evil Director’s Cut

Price: $9.99

"The game that created an entire genre, survial horror, is back but not exactly the same. Revisit the original Resident Evil with altered scenes and more gameplay options."




Age Of Booty
Age of Booty Map Pack 6

Price: free

"This file contains the new maps “[CA] Plunder” and “[CA] Parrot’s Paradise” and an updated playlist unlocking all modes tweaking map weightings. These maps are Official Maps and appear in the 2v2, 3v3, and 4v4 playlists."

Age of Booty Map Pack 7

Price: free

This file contains the new maps “[CA] The Gauntlet” and “[CA] Gold n Booty” and an updated playlist unlocking all modes tweaking map weightings. These maps are Official Maps and appear in the 2v2, 3v3, and 4v4 playlists.
File size: 100 KB

Age of Booty Map Pack 8

Price: free

"This file contains the new maps “[CA] Ocean Deep” and “[CA] Powder Keg” and an updated playlist unlocking all modes tweaking map weightings. These maps are Official Maps and appear in the 2v2, 3v3, and 4v4 playlists"

Age of Booty Map Packs 9

Price: free

"This file contains the new maps “[CA] Path Less Traveled” and “[CA] Barrage” and an updated playlist unlocking all modes tweaking map weightings. These maps are Official Maps and appear in the 2v2, 3v3, and 4v4 playlists."

In this round-up, we highlight some of the notable jobs posted in big sister site Gamasutra's industry-leading game jobs section this week, including positions from Microsoft's Halo team to a level designer for Blue Castle's Dead Rising 2.

Each position posted by employers will appear on the main Gamasutra job board, and appear in the site's daily and weekly newsletters, reaching our readers directly.

It will also be cross-posted for free across its network of submarket sites, which includes content sites focused on online worlds, cellphone games, 'serious games', independent games and more.

Some of the notable jobs posted in each market area this week include:

Fish'em All!

Wii Points: 800
Game Type: Puzzle Action
Control Type: Wii Remote
Players: 1-2
Publisher: Abylight

"There's nothing better than a spot of fishing. But fishermen Jack and Walter soon realise that their favourite sport is anything but relaxing! But don't worry – you'll soon get hooked on this frantic arcade-style action game!"


Space Harrier – Virtual Console Arcade

Wii Points: 800
Game Type: Arcade
Players: 1
Publisher: Sega

"Experience SEGA's classic shoot 'em up in its original arcade glory, and without the coins! Run and fly through colourful alien worlds, blasting waves of enemies and gigantic bosses to rack up that all-important high score."

We've been talking about it for a long time, but today Activision have revealed that Wolfenstien 3D is coming to the Xbox Live Arcade and the PlayStation Network - and it'll be out next week.

The game is complete with all 60 levels of Wolfenstein 3D action, but no price has been suggested. I hope it is 400MSP or $4.99 but since no price has been specified there is a chance that it will be 800MSP, or $9.99.

Sega have also announced that all but one of the lineup for Sega Vintage Volume 2 on XBLA will be appearing a week later on June 10th. That includes Sonic 3, Shinobi, GunStar Heroes, Altered Beast, Comix Zone and Phantasy Star II, while the PlayStation Network will be getting only GunStar Heroes. Sonic & Knuckles will be out later in 2009.