Rolando 2 Quest for the Golden Orchid Sequel to
Acclaimed Rolando Delights iPhone and iPod touch Users with an All-New 3-D Adventure on iPhone - video

ngmoco is excited to take gamers on a wild new adventure in Rolando 2: Quest for the Golden Orchid, now available on the Apple App Store. Building on the huge success of the award-winning Rolando, which took the App Store by storm in December 2008, Rolando 2: Quest for the Golden Orchid spans the seas on the way to the mysterious island of Fontanis and follows the heroic quest of a funky new cast of characters from the Kingdom of Rolando.


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?ngmoco is excited about this amazing sequel to Rolando. It's bigger, bolder and more beautiful than ever with huge additions to Rolando?s signature gameplay that fans and newcomers alike are going to love,? said Neil Young, CEO & founder of ngmoco. ?Developed exclusively for the iPhone and iPod touch, Rolando 2 is a classic example of just how deep, polished and meaningful pocket-sized games can be when they embrace the unique capabilities of these powerful devices.?

Lovingly crafted by Simon Oliver?s HandCircus microstudio, Rolando 2: Quest for the Golden Orchid?s unmistakable style combines incredible gameplay with the bouncing rhythms of renowned break-beat artist Mr. Scruff and the vibrant, endearing visuals of pop illustrator Mikko Walamies.

?We?ve pulled out all the stops for Rolando 2,? said Simon Oliver, Founder of HandCircus. ?Since the release of Rolando, we have been hard at work developing all-new gameplay mechanics, a new 3-D graphics engine and much deeper story featuring all new Rolandos. The final experience will surprise and challenge iPhone and iPod touch gamers everywhere.?

With 46 levels and six unique chapters, each with its own distinct visual style, Rolando 2: Quest for the Golden Orchid expands on the success of the original with an epic new quest filled with surprises behind every touch. Using the accelerometer and the innovative Multi-Touch user interface of iPhone and iPod touch devices, players will lead an ensemble cast of delightful characters and directly manipulate the game environment as they face tribes of savage new enemies, cunning physics puzzles and an exciting, tropical world with a fresh new look. Drawing players further into the adventure, Rolando 2: Quest for the Golden Orchid features a non-linear story design where players choose the order in which the narrative unfolds.

Rolando 2: Quest for the Golden Orchid leverages the connectivity of ngmoco?s Plus+ Network, which harnesses the latest OS3.0 technology to power a robust social network to gamers. Using the Plus+ Network, players can challenge friends to beat their score on any level using push notification and compare scores on the global leaderboards to keep the competition rolling.

The epic tale of Rolando 2: Quest for the Golden Orchid opens with a deadly curse that has ravaged the Sages of the Kingdom of Rolando. To save the ailing Sages, General Sir Richard Smythe, noble explorer and Captain of the HMS Plunderful, is tasked with leading a diverse and charming team of brave Rolandos to retrieve the rare and mysterious Golden Orchid from the summit of Stormtop Mountain. From the zaftig William ?Billy? Loutfish, able to move heavy objects and dive gracefully to access hidden underwater treasures, to the cunning, agile Major James Cardigan, who is equipped for special climbing and navigation tactics, each member of the Rolando expedition brings special charm to the quest.

Rolando 2: Quest for the Golden Orchid is available for $9.99 from the Apple App Store on iPhone and iPod touch or at http://appstore.ngmoco.com/rolando2

Established in June 2008, ngmoco has already developed and successfully released multiple iPhone and iPod touch games including the chart topping MazeFinger, Topple, Topple 2, Dr. Awesome, Dropship, Word Fu and the just released Star Defense. With five top-ten products and its games having been installed more than nine million times, ngmoco is one of the leading game makers and publishers for the iPhone & iPod Touch.

To witness the lives and minds of the ngmoco team at work on the future of iPhone and iPod touch games, visit http://www.ngmoco.com.ca-pub-5833246175841206

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Rocawear and Outspark Deliver Trendsetting Urban
Fashion To Digital Worlds

Rocawear Virtual Items Debut In Outspark's Project Powder

Hip young fashionistas rejoice, as a new partnership announced today brings Rocawear, the famous lifestyle apparel brand co-created by the legendary Jay-Z, to virtual worlds, social networks and online games including Outspark?s Project Powder. Project Powder takes players to a snowboarder?s paradise where they can customize their characters and accessories, race against friends and pull off jaw-dropping stunts on the finest snow in the galaxy.

?Our online games and relevant user base provide great engagement channels for the right celebrities & brands. We?re excited about working with Rocawear, one the leading and hippest brands out there. Partnerships like these deliver the types of experiences and unique content we continuously seek to offer our community,? said Wilson Kriegel, Outspark Vice President of Business Development.

The Rocawear virtual items, based on current and prospective physical Rocawear products, are now available from the Project Powder Pro Shop, accessible at http://store.outspark.com/projectpowder and within the Project Powder game.

The partnership was made possible by Virtual Greats, which connects celebrities, artists, intellectual property owners and brands with a new generation of fans, unlocking value through digital representations of real-world content in online communities. The deal marks the first time merchandise from Virtual Greats will be available in massively multiplayer online games. Rocawear will also be the first apparel brand to license its intellectual property for distribution in online communities via Virtual Greats, building on Virtual Great?s existing strength in celebrity, entertainment, and sports IP.

?With a line of trendsetting products ranging from children?s clothing to loungewear to sunglasses, Rocawear is the kind of lifestyle brand that is ideally poised to capitalize on the desire of online consumers to express themselves with fashion,? said Dan Jansen, CEO, Virtual Greats.ca-pub-5833246175841206

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Rag Doll Kung Fu: Fists of Plastic Michael
Jackson Tribute

Michael Jackson maybe gone, but he’s not forgotten. One gamer may note of this with there very amazing tribute to  Michael Jackson, the King of Pop, using the characters within the Rag Doll Kung Fu: Fists of Plastic arcade title. The characters in the video are performing “Smooth Criminal”.

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Roogoo Twiosted Towers and Roogoo Attack! video
game for Nintendo Wii and Nintendo DS - with videos

Receiving Critical Acclaim and Awards at E3 2009, Roogoo Features Interactive Puzzles and Invigorating Gameplay

SouthPeak Games announce the release of two new additions to the growing family of their addicting, fast-paced Roogoo series: Roogoo Twisted Towers for Nintendo Wii and Roogoo Attack! for Nintendo DS. The latest games provide fun for the entire family as only quick reflexes and thinking can save Planet Roo from the vicious Prince Moo and his wicked Meemoo followers.


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Roogoo Twisted Towers and Roogoo Attack! follow the delightfully endearing Roogoos through colorful (and Meemoo infested) worlds as they fight to save Planet Roo. Using the world-saving power of meteor shapes, players must rotate platforms in myriads of different formations all the while strategizing on the fly and collecting quick-falling shapes. Players will get hooked on the invigorating gameplay that requires fast thinking, determination and grit; leaving players craving more action and adventure after each level. As an added bonus, the Nintendo Wii and Nintendo DS versions can wirelessly connect and unlock 20 bonus levels within each title!


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?Players will find that Roogoo Twisted Towers and Roogoo Attack! are even more exciting and content-filled than their original counterpart,? said Richard Iggo, VP of Marketing at SouthPeak. ?Both versions feature all new, gorgeous environments, villainous foes, and hours of engaging multi-player fun. We?re certain both kids and adults will enjoy everything the new Roogoos have to offer.?ca-pub-5833246175841206

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Roogoo Twiosted Towers and Roogoo Attack! video
game for Nintendo Wii and Nintendo DS

Receiving Critical Acclaim and Awards at E3 2009, Roogoo Features Interactive Puzzles and Invigorating Gameplay

SouthPeak Games announce the release of two new additions to the growing family of their addicting, fast-paced Roogoo series: Roogoo Twisted Towers for Nintendo Wii and Roogoo Attack! for Nintendo DS. The latest games provide fun for the entire family as only quick reflexes and thinking can save Planet Roo from the vicious Prince Moo and his wicked Meemoo followers.

Roogoo Twisted Towers and Roogoo Attack! follow the delightfully endearing Roogoos through colorful (and Meemoo infested) worlds as they fight to save Planet Roo. Using the world-saving power of meteor shapes, players must rotate platforms in myriads of different formations all the while strategizing on the fly and collecting quick-falling shapes. Players will get hooked on the invigorating gameplay that requires fast thinking, determination and grit; leaving players craving more action and adventure after each level. As an added bonus, the Nintendo Wii and Nintendo DS versions can wirelessly connect and unlock 20 bonus levels within each title!

?Players will find that Roogoo Twisted Towers and Roogoo Attack! are even more exciting and content-filled than their original counterpart,? said Richard Iggo, VP of Marketing at SouthPeak. ?Both versions feature all new, gorgeous environments, villainous foes, and hours of engaging multi-player fun. We?re certain both kids and adults will enjoy everything the new Roogoos have to offer.?ca-pub-5833246175841206

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What Are You Playing This Weekend [Lazy Sundays]

Most of my weekend will be spent playing a little real-life Tetris, as I attempt to find open slots for all the boxes, furniture and knickknacks still in boxes from the Kotaku Towers West relocation endeavor.

First thing I'll be playing in the virtual world this weekend is the iPhone version of Doom: Resurrection, in anticipation of an upcoming review. Probably should update the firmware on that thing so I'm up to speed on all my iPhone needs. I'll also be giving BlazBlue: Calamity Trigger another crack, once the TV, Xbox 360 and all necessary audio-visual equipment is hooked up.

This weekend, I'll also more than likely be picking some games to sell off and give away. There are a half-dozen Sega Saturn games—Shining Force III, Guardian Heroes, Burning Rangers—that will get more use at someone else's house.

What will you be playing this American holiday weekend?

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Interview: Valve's Doug Lombardi

Valve's PR overlord, Doug Lombardi, answered our burning Left 4 Dead 2 questions at a recent event in London. We discuss PS3 development, the new cast and clarify some of the game's features, so read on.

So first thing's first. Where's Half Life 2 Episode 3?

Laughs. Stay tuned! No news on that today.

Worth a try! What's the real deal with PS3 development? At the end of last year you seemed quite up on the idea and then nothing since then.

We're still up on the idea. The thing that we've come to the conclusion on is that we've got to get some PS3 developers at Valve. We always look at everything as if we were customers of our products -- what would we want and what would we expect? If you look at The Orange Box -- PC: 96 on Metacritic, 360: 96 on Metacritic, PS3 like... 84 or something. And then you look at Left 4 Dead, I think it was 89 or 90 on both platforms.

Continued after the break.

Continue reading Interview: Valve's Doug Lombardi

Interview: Valve's Doug Lombardi originally appeared on Joystiq on Fri, 03 Jul 2009 15:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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New Batman: Arkham Asylum Video Released

Rocksteady Studios has released more gameplay footage from Batman: Arkham Asylum that also gives some more insight into the game's story.

Batman: Arkham Asylum's story is based around Batman facing "the worst night of his life". It revolved around Batman bringing the Joker in to Arkham Asylum, but it turns out to be part of an elaborate trap. The video also shows off some great combat footage. The game still looks amazing and we can't wait to get our hands on this finally.

Barring any more delays, Batman: Arkham Asylum is going to be released hopefully on August 25th for the Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, and the PC. Check out the new footage after the break.Read more...

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Escape the Red Giant

Escape the Red Giant is not really a room escape game but it is an addicting and funny game though. "Blast your way through space and collect millions of points by exploring all some 50 tricks and...

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Mega64 dies of dysentery

Mega64 has gone way back and spoofed the classic Oregon Trail game. Watch as they ford the river, barter for goods and die of horrible diseases.

You know, I never really knew what dysentery was before this. I mean, I knew it was a deadly disease. I just didn't realize you sh*t yourself to death because of it. That sh*t is gross, man. 

Check out the new Mega64 video after the break!

[Thanks, Frank]

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