Showing posts with label Rez. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Rez. Show all posts

Sunday, February 3, 2008

1UP Show does Rez!

Rez is all the rage at the moment (as it should be) and the 1UP show has a fantastic look at it. If you're still teetering on the edge of whether or not to get the game, look no further than this montage.

It also includes a few pieces from a chat with Mizuguchi while he plays his own game.

Gamespot's Don Francis has also reviewed the game, giving it an 8.5/10. Read their review here.

Watch the 1upshow by going to the link below:

Source: 1UP Show

Wednesday, January 30, 2008

Review Wrap-up: Rez takes the gold!

Rez reviews coming at ya fast!

1up.com By Sam Kennedy - 10/10
Eurogamer.net by Simon Parkin - 10/10
IGN.com by Erik Brudvig - 8.6/10

You can't really argue with that. No reviews of Chessmaster as of yet. 1up.com also added a late review for Boogie Bunnies from a few weeks back:

Boogie Bunnies by Jenn Frank - 6.5/10

Tuesday, January 29, 2008

Rez HD & Chessmaster Live are up!

Well?! What are you waiting for?


Rez HD
Developer: Q Entertainment
Publisher: Microsoft Game Studios
Genre: Shooter
Price: 800 Microsoft Points

Xbox.com Splash Page
Official NeoGAF Thread



Chessmaster LIVE
Developer: Ubisoft Sofia
Publisher: Ubisoft Entertainment
Genre: Card and Board
Price: 800 Microsoft Points

Xbox.com Splash Page
Official NeoGAF Thread

Monday, January 28, 2008

Your second game this week is: Chessmaster Live!

Still waiting for that ultimate Chess experience? Then Chessmaster Live might be what you're looking for.

"A downloadable version of Ubisoft’s hit “Chessmaster” series, “Chessmaster Live” allows players to test and tune their chess skills against the AI or opponents of all aptitudes around the globe via Xbox LIVE. “Chessmaster Live” features five original chess variants, including a Message Chess option, which allows gamers to engage in matches over the span of several days, weeks or even months. The title boasts both beautifully crafted 3D chess sets inspired by luxury chess board designer House of Staunton."

The game will be available on Wednesday for 800 Microsoft Points. Chessmaster is well known for its excellent Chess AI, so if you're hurting from Spyglass' board games, this might be what you're looking for, or Shotest Shogi (A popular chess variant in Japan) coming later this year via AI Factory.

Source: Kotaku
Links: Xbox.com Chessmaster Live! page.

Friday, January 25, 2008

ESRB Update: Bullwinkle & Crosswords

The ESRB has done an end-of-week update with the rating of Konami's up and coming (but still not officially announced) game, Coffeetime crosswords. It has been given an E rating, but does include Alcohol and Tobacco Reference. A little odd, that.

They've also finally rated Rez (took their time with that one), as well as both Rocky & Bullwinkle AND The Bullwinkle Show much like the OFLC did a week ago. Sounds like Zen are just covering their bases.

Thursday, January 24, 2008

Rez HD coming next week, plus interviews with Mizuguchi!

1UP's resident Mizuguchi fanboy James Mielke has discovered that Rez HD is definitely coming out this week! To celebrate this occasion, 1UP has put together a collection of Rez-related stories they've done over the years, as well as a new interview with the man.

During the interview, 1UP confirms that there will be some bonus content for those who love Rez - by playing through the game with 100 percent shot down of enemies and items, you can play as a Morolian Alien from Space Channel 5 - a feature previously available in Japanese versions of the game. If that's too hard for you, simply play the game for over 10 hours and you'll get the same outcome!

Check out their story collection and interview at 1UP.com

Wired blogger Chris Kohler has also had a chat with Mizuguchi, discussing the development cycle for the Live Arcade version, and a look back at what made Rez what it was

Check out their story over at Wired's Game|Life Blog

Monday, January 21, 2008

New Rez HD clips from Gamevideos.com


Gamevideos have uploaded the final 3 videos of Rez HD, showing off Areas 3, 4 and 5.

Rez HD 'Area 3' gameplay HD
Rez HD 'Area 4' gameplay HD
Rez HD 'Area 5' gameplay HD

Source: Gamevideos.com

Win 1 of 50 copies of Rez HD!


The official Rez HD website is now live at www.thatgamecalledrez.com, and to celebrate they're giving away 50 free copies of the game!

Simply register your information here, answer a few questions about Q?'s games, and you're in the running!

"Here is your chance to win a prepaid code for Rez HD! (Value: 800 Microsoft Points, downloadable on the Xbox Live Arcade). Simply register below by January 27th, 2008 11:59PM PST. 50 Lucky winners will be notified within 72 hours after the closing of the contest. Good luck!"

Source: XBLArcade.com