Konami Digital Entertainment announced that Rocket Knight is currently in development for the Xbox LIVE Arcade, PlayStation Network and for PC download via Steam. The popular 2D side-scrolling title first released on the 16-bit SEGA Genesis and later on the Super Nintendo Entertainment System, Rocket Knight debuts on next generation consoles fifteen years later with updated graphics and all new environments, while maintaining much of the core gameplay of the original.
In Rocket Knight, players take on the role of a fiery opossum named Sparkster who returns home to the Kingdom of Zephyrus after 15 years to find it in ruin. Using a rocket pack, players must steer clear and overcome a hostile wolf army looming to take the lives of the Zephyrus people. A 2.5D action adventure title, Rocket Knight brings new worlds, each with massive platform levels and a rocket flying level.
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Military Madness: Nectaris now on Xbox Live
Hudson’s classic turn-based strategy game, Military Madness: Nectaris is now available on Xbox LIVE Arcade. This new title features the same strategic gameplay of the original Military Madness game, along with new features such as 3D graphics, four player online or local team / vs. multiplayer, an all-new Commander unit that can be customized with various abilities, leaderboards and more.
The game is based on the TurboGrafx-16 classic released in 1989, Military Madness features two opposing forces with near-future military equipment battling it out on the Moon. Each level is a distinct map with a hex grid, on which players take turns moving their units in an effort to win by destroying all enemy units or taking over the enemy headquarters. Like the original game, Military Madness: Nectaris players must use strategy in the placement and movement of units, make use of terrain advantages and predict enemy movements to outsmart the enemy.
Justin.TV has launched a brand new section dedicated specifically to gaming. Yay. Justin.TV is no stranger to the world of gaming, having covered libe streams of E3 press conferences for G4TV - amongst othe game related content. Located at gaming.justin.tv, this is the first of many planned themed locations within the site that will cater to a specific subject including music, social stuff, non-profits, etc.
To kick off the gaming section,. Justin.tv is co-hosting a StarCraft tournament as well as organizing a fundraiser gaming marathon for the wonderful Child’s Play charity. Who doesn’t love StarCraft and helping sick children?
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BUST-A-MOVE now on your iPhone
TAITO has released its classic puzzle action game BUST-A-MOVE (known as PUZZLE BOBBLE outside of North America) to the Apple App Store for iPhone and iPod touch. This edition of BUST-A-MOVE includes two different control options: Tap Shot, in which a bubble is launched in the direction tapped, and the pull and release Sling Shot method. New to the BUST-A-MOVE series, this Sling Shot mode is works well with the iPhone’s controls scheme - at least according to its developers.
This release also offers a number of features created especially for the iPhone, including a VS. Mode - which takes advantage of the new iPhone OS 3.0 Bluetooth capabilities and a new Story Mode that chronicles Bub’s quest to rescue best friend Chack’n’s captured family from a series of Magic Domes.
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Bonk is back in 2010
Hudson is bringing back the classics with a new downloadable version of the TurboGradx-16 game starring that crazy caveman Bonk called Bonk: Brink of Extinction. After 15 years of seclusion Bonk returns to Xbox LIVE Arcade, PlayStation Network and WiiWare in early 2010. The updated side scrolling adventure features next generation graphics infused with a retro gameplay style. With classic 2D platforming in a 3D world, Bonk: Brink of Extinction combines new enemies, collectables, downloadable content and online play for the first time in the series.
Bonk: Brink of Extinction also features a story mode with co-op play for those that want to team up and experience their primitive natures.. The loveable caveman Bonk and his huge skull returns to save the world from a doomsday comet on a collision course with Earth. Meanwhile the comet’s magnetic field is driving the planet’s creatures crazy and smaller bits of debris are smashing into the jungle near Bonk’s home. Bonk must swim, bite, climb, jump, run and headbutt his way through jungles, deserts and volcanic caverns while earning power ups, reaching check points and gaining extra health on a perilous journey to the very center of the planet. Bonk: Brink of Extinction also features new transformations as Bonk morphs into eight different forms by eating meat or encountering Primordial Ooze.
Look for the game in early 2010. Welcome back you crazy caveman!
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Indie Flavored: Tasty Static
Described by its creator as a game where players go “really fast and jump a lot,” Tasty Static is actually a clone – an homage, if you will - to the classic Skyroads game created by BlueMoon Interactive. Oh and the author also wants players to know that “you’ll probably get really annoyed along the way too” in addition to the speeding and the jumping. Grab the game directly from www.tastystatic.com.
The game comes in three flavors: Windows, Mac and Linux. There is also a level editor, though it is only available for Windows. Sorry Mac and Linux users.
Tasty Static is freeware, but if you enjoy with the author probably wouldn’t mind getting a check in the mail or even a thank-you card. Consider making a donation to help pay for web hosting and bandwidth costs. Check out the video below to get an idea of what you are in for.
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Secret of Monkey Island: SE now on iPhone
LucasArts has released The Secret of Monkey Island: Special Edition for the iPhone and iPod touch through Apple’s App Store. The Secret of Monkey Island: Special Edition is a completely re-imagined version of the first game in the series that adds updated graphics, a re-mastered musical score, and full voiceover to the classic adventure game originally launched in 1990. The game’s release on iPhone and iPod touch marks the debut for the Monkey Island franchise on a handheld platform.
The Secret of Monkey Island: Special Edition is also available on Xbox LIVE Arcade and PC. More details can be found at www.MonkeyIslandSpecialEdition.com.
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Shatter now on PlayStation Network
Sidhe’s retro-stye, modern interpretation on brick-breaking is now Available in North America, Europe, Middle East and Australasia via PlayStation Network. Shatter is a brick-breaking game, merging familiar action with a modern-crafted production approach offer custom controls, physics effects, power-ups, special attacks, 70 Levels, 10 different Bosses, fully scored soundtrack by New Zealand artist Module, featuring more than 90 minutes of original music three different game modes, leaderboards and Trophy support.
Shatter is available for $7.99 in the US, €5.99 in Europe and £4.99 in the United Kingdom. Learn more at www.shattergame.com.
The games we're pulling together in this feature won't appear on any of those best-of lists and get confused looks when you mention them in conversation. Just because time has forgotten these titles, though, doesn't mean you should forget them, too.
Konami Digital Entertainment announced that Rocket Knight is currently in development for the Xbox LIVE Arcade, PlayStation Network and for PC download via Steam. The popular 2D side-scrolling title first released on the 16-bit SEGA Genesis and later on the Super Nintendo Entertainment System, Rocket Knight debuts on next generation consoles fifteen years later with updated graphics and all new environments, while maintaining much of the core gameplay of the original.