Silent Hill PSP and Others Make Konami’s '06 List
Wow, Konami just dropped an enormous list of game titles hitting this year in my mailbox. Some on the list include a Rumble Roses for the Xbox 360, a Silent Hill for the PSP and of course, the 3D glasses-enabled Metal Gear Acid2.
beatmania
Release date: Spring 2006
Genre: Music
Platform: PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system
beatmania is a revolutionary new interactive DJ simulation game for the
PlayStation 2, which combines high-energy pulsating music with
cutting-edge videos. Utilizing a specially designed DJ controller and
featuring more than 50 tracks, beatmania lets gamers feel the vibe,
drop the beats and create the pulsing energy of a club in their own
homes.
CMT Presents: Karaoke Revolution® Country
Release date: Spring 2006
Genre: Music
Platform: PlayStation 2
Saddle up with the hottest new addition to the Karaoke Revolution
series. Karaoke Revolution Country marks the first branch out to a
dedicated genre for the popular franchise. Officially licensed by CMT
(Country Music Television), America’s most popular country music
network, Karaoke Revolution Country features 35 all-new chart topping
songs made popular by the hottest names in country music!
Gradius Collection
Release date: Spring 2006
Genre: Shooting
Platform: PSP system
Gradius Collection is a compilation of five beloved Gradius titles in
one exciting game. Spanning more than 20 years of exciting releases,
the titles include Gradius, Gradius II, Gradius III, Gradius IV, and
the never-before-released in the United States, Gradius Gaiden.
Konami All-In Poker
Release date: Spring 2006
Genre: Card Game
Platform: Xbox video game and entertainment system from Microsoft
Shuffle up and deal in the most exciting card game on the planet. This
no-nonsense poker game lets new players learn the ropes and allows
experienced poker players to get right into the action. Players choose
from one of five classic games including Texas Hold ‘em, Omaha and 7
Card Stud. In-game tutorials teach players the basic strategies, and
Xbox Live online game service component lets players compete online for
exciting multiplayer action.
Konami’s Chess Battle (working title)
Release date: Fall 2006
Genre: Strategy
Platform: PSP system
Konami’s Chess Battle combines intense 3D graphics and storytelling
with a variety of single and multiplayer game modes for the ultimate
chess experience. Set in a time prior to the age of man, players
determine the fate of the world in a great battle. Players can choose
to battle as one of five fully interactive 3D chess sets, including
magicians, an aquatic civilization, cybernetic beings, forest-dwelling
spirits and servants of chaos — or have the option to play using a
classic 3D or 2D chess set.
Metal Gear Acid2
Release date: March 2006
Genre: Strategy
Platform: PSP system
Following the deep tactical strategy from the previous Metal Gear Acid
game, Metal Gear Acid 2 features an improved card-based strategic
gameplay system with card weapon upgrades and over 500 cards to use.
The title delivers enhanced tactical gameplay and new visual effects,
including an innovative 3-D mode packed with exciting gameplay and
trailers that are viewed with special 3-D glasses. As the role of
top-secret agent, Solid Snake, players will make calculated decisions
to plan out their infiltration strategy and accomplish the mission in a
turn-based game.
Metal Gear Solid 3: Subsistence
Release date: March 2006
Genre: Action
Platform: PlayStation 2
Metal Gear Solid 3: Subsistence is the newest game in the
highly-acclaimed Metal Gear Solid series, created by the world-renowned
Hideo Kojima. It features the complete smash-hit action game Metal Gear
Solid3: Snake Eater, as well as all-new game modes such as robust
online multiplayer gameplay, different camera perspectives, new duel
mode, a demo theater mode, additional Snake vs. Monkey stages and the
original Metal Gear and Metal Gear 2: Solid Snake games that were
previously released only in Japan.
Rumble Roses XX
Release date: Spring 2006
Genre: Sports/Wrestling
Platform: Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft
The follow-up to last year’s smash hit all-female wrestling video game
and the first wrestling game for Xbox 360, Rumble Roses XX will feature
a full lineup of incredible looking wrestlers along with all-new moves,
gameplay modes, tag team action and online play. Set to be the
“best-looking” game for the new console, Rumble Roses XX features more
than 20 playable characters, including all the popular ladies from the
original Rumble Roses such as Reiko and Dixie. Each wrestler will also
have a variety of costume changes, new moves, different crowd reactions
and attitudes depending on their persona.
Silent Hill Experience (working title)
Release date: Spring 2006
Genre: Multimedia
Platform: PSP system
Unique among all PSP system products available on the market, The
Silent Hill Experience combines a variety of media – comics, music and
movies – to deliver a complete behind-the-scenes look at the popular
Silent Hill franchise. Using an intuitive 3D interface, Silent Hill
fans will be able to view all-new digital interactive comics, listen to
music from the long-running series of Silent Hill video games, and
watch exclusive video content, including an interview with the director
of the highly-anticipated Silent Hill motion picture.
Steel Horizon (working title)
Release date: Fall 2006
Genre: Strategy
Platform: PSP system, Nintendo DS
Steel Horizon combines turn-based strategy with intense action to
deliver an exciting game play experience to players of all ages.
Players will be able to build and command a powerful WW2 naval fleet,
comprised of battleships, submarines and aircraft carriers. By
combining the best of turn-based strategy and real-time action, players
will strategically position their fleets and engage in real-time 3D
combat.
Street Supremacy
Release date: Spring 2006
Genre: Racing
Platform: PSP system
Experience the super-charged world of street racing as a member of a
team out for supremacy. Face off against rivals as you race through
Tokyo’s traffic-filled streets. Stay in front of your opponents,
dominate the competition and rule the highway! Featuring unique
RPG-style racing gameplay, single and multiplayer modes and numerous
licensed vehicles, Street Supremacy is must-have for the PSP system.
Suikoden V
Release date: Spring 2006
Genre: Role-playing
Platform: PlayStation 2
Continuing the series’ legacy, this newest installment will take fans
on an all-new epic adventure through never-before-seen continents
located within the immense and exciting Suikoden universe. Suikoden V,
like its predecessors, offers unparalleled in-depth gameplay, 3-D
environments, a riveting storyline as well as the series’ trademark 108
Stars of Destiny. The game features significant enhancements from all
the previous installments in the series, including 6-member battle
parties, multiple mini-games, the homebase system, and many other new
features which create a unique gameplay experience like no other.
Tao’s Adventure: Curse of the Demon Seal (working title)
Release date: Spring 2006
Genre: Role-playing
Platform: Nintendo DS
In this exciting, action-packed RPG, players take on the role of Tao, a
young magic student living on Bente Island, who must travel on an
incredible journey to save his family and fellow village people from an
evil monster curse that has turned everyone into stone. During this
mystical quest, players will embark on an epic voyage packed with many
traps and tricks, multitudes of monsters, 40 floors of thrilling battle
adventure at the Monster Tower, and an endearing storyline which RPG
fans will love.
World Soccer Winning Eleven 9
Release date: Early 2006
Genre: Sports/Soccer
Platform: PlayStation 2, Xbox, PSP system, PC CD-ROM
Winning Eleven 9 shoots and scores with the best soccer experience in
the industry. This new edition combines the attention to detail that
has been the series’ hallmark along with new formations, Master League
enhancements and – for the first time ever – online play. Winning
Eleven 9 features real players, a large variety of licensed teams,
photo-realistic graphics, and a huge variety of stadiums, helping
players re-create the same excitement that surrounds the world’s most
popular sport.
Ys: The Ark of Napishtim
Release date: Spring 2006
Genre: Role-playing
Platform: PSP system
The Ys series is one of the most beloved RPG franchises of all time.
Now on the PSP system, gamers-on-the-go can experience the beautifully
rendered environments, distinct storytelling, exciting plot twists and
unique characters that set Ys apart from other action RPGs.
Additionally, players can unlock new mini-games and databases revealing
the secrets of Ys, as well as listen to the game’s complete soundtrack
as well as view movies and trailers in the Ys Media Player.
AMUSEMENT
Dance Dance Revolution SuperNOVA
Release date: Spring 2006
Genre: Music
Platform: Arcade
The hottest revolution and bestselling video game in the music game
category returns to its arcade roots with Dance Dance Revolution
SuperNOVA. The first arcade version to be released in North America in
6 years, Dance Dance Revolution SuperNOVA features over 300 songs,
all-new game modes, vibrant graphics and more than 2000 dance step
patterns.
FUTURE PRODUCTS
Yu-Gi-Oh! USB Duelpass Key
Release date: Spring 2006
Platform: PC
By plugging the Yu-Gi-Oh! USB Duelpass Key into a computer, the user is
automatically launched to a unique Yu-Gi-Oh! Online.net login page,
where they can duel with other Yu-Gi-Oh! gamers anywhere in the world.
The user is credited with 90 duel points and receives 3 virtual cards,
one of the cards is exclusive to the product.
MOBILE
Blockshot
Release date: Winter 2006
Genre: Mobile/Action Puzzle
Based on the popular Quarth arcade game, Blockshot combines elements of
both shooting and puzzle games. Shoot carefully to make a solid block
and clear them from the screen. Keep an eye on the big picture and work
as efficiently as possibly.
Cubic
Release date: Winter 2006
Genre: Mobile/3D Puzzle
Cubic is a puzzle game played over all sides of a 3D polygon cube.
Choose the color and go! Reverse pieces are made by sandwiching in the
opponent vertically, horizontally or diagonally. The player who has the
most pieces wins!
Dance Dance Revolution
Release date: Spring 2006
Genre: Mobile/Dance
The hip tunes and party atmosphere of the arcade version go mobile!
Players use their fingers to “step” on the arrows right, left, front,
back on your phone. Use some tricky finger work to get the high score.
Push-It!
Release date: Winter 2006
Genre: Mobile/3D Puzzle
Push It! is a sliding box game which challenges players to create a
safe course by sliding boxes into open areas in the path. Be careful
not to disturb certain objects along the way. Caution: highly
addicting!
Tamakoro 3D
Release date: Spring 2006
Genre: Mobile/3D Action
Keep the ball rolling without falling over the edge and avoiding the
traps. It doesn’t matter which path the players uses, so find a
shortcut or detour to shorten the time score! Net ranking and new road
course downloads will be available.