Archive for February 26th, 2008Filed under: Videos and Screenshots We all love videos about games. We love video interviews slightly less, especially when painted towards the PC side of the upcoming MMO The Agency, also due out on the PS3. Sony Online Entertainment’s Kevin O’Hara speaks up a bit regarding the game, so go ahead and take a listen. It seems to be shaping up nicely.
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These key positions have the combined experience of nearly 50 years in the industry. Dyer, originating from Crave entertainment, and even further back, Eidos and Crystal Dynamics, will oversee strategic co-marketing programs and cooperate with external developers and publishers. Jackson will oversee strategic sales and promotional initiatives across all PlayStation platforms. He’s moving into SCEA from his Managing Director role at Sony Computer Entertainment Canada. He also held positions at EA, Panasonic and Microsoft. Buchanan will oversee career planning, leadership development, and talent acquisition/retention strategies. Phew. Well, there you have it.
Filed under: Videos and Screenshots Haze’s release date is like that annoying ex-boyfriend or girlfriend you have that just won’t make up their mind. Well, if IGN is to be believed, Haze is finally coming out on May 20th. Of course, we’ve heard this song and dance before. Many times, in fact. If Haze actually makes it May 20th release date, it’ll still be a few months late … but at the very least, it’ll be in our hands. The trailer doesn’t do much to excite, but those anticipating this PS3 “exclusive” should enjoy this small reminder that the game is actually going to come out. On May 20th. Maybe. [Thanks, Fernando!]
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SCEA has officially announced a new PS3 bundle, which will include an 80GB PS3, Metal Gear Solid 4 and a DUALSHOCK 3 controller for $499 (that’s the same cost as the current Motorstorm bundle). “Working closely with our retail and publishing partners and sharing our hardware and software roadmaps at Destination PlayStation gives us a great opportunity to outline some key milestones for the year. In response to incredible demand, we will be manufacturing more 80GB PS3s for North America and the Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots 80GB PS3 bundle is an ideal way to offer that continued value to our consumers,” said Jack Tretton, president and CEO, SCEA. “With Blu-ray having won the format war, our stellar software line-up and a broad product portfolio, we will continue to drive the incredible momentum we’ve been generating since last fall.” This confirms our previous reports that the 80GB Motorstorm bundle was being phased out. Good to see that it’s being replaced with such an attractive upgrade.
Filed under: PlayStation Network  Metal Gear Solid 4 will launch on PS3 later this year. In addition, players will be able to enjoy a Metal Gear Online “Starter Pack.” Online features support for up to 16 players using “the latest weapons and stealth techniques.” Konami will introduce a pre-order campaign through a nationwide pre-sell promotion will enable gamers to pre-order Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots and be guaranteed access to a multiplayer beta test. The beta would occur in late April. This is a great incentive for fans that already planned on picking up MGS4. We’re curious as to see how extensive the “Starter Pack” for Online will be.
Filed under: News  More release date news has leaked out the Destination PlayStation retailer conference. Metal Gear Solid 4, that other will-it-won’t-it game, has finally had a release date nailed down. When the game comes out on its June 12th release date we wonder exactly how many people will be taking the day off from work to play it - we certainly will be! We’re hoping this date is correct (we’re looking to confirm it with Konami). Kojima promised a simultaneous worldwide release for the game. Could this be the date everyone can pin on their calendars?
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Sony sent out a release today describing the changes taking place internally at Sony Computer Entertainment America. Three new executive appointments have been made and all will report directly to the SCEA President and CEO, Jack Tretton. Let’s see … Robert Dyer will be appointed the Senior Vice President of Publisher Relations, Ian Jackson will be Vice President of Sales, and Sally Buchanan will grown into the position of Vice President of Human Resources. These positions take effect in March and April. Congratulations all around!