New video game releases on Microsoft’s Xbox 360, Sony PS3 and PSP, Nintendo Wii and DS For the week of August 24 through August 29.
Batman: Arkham Asylum -X360, PS3: Batman: Arkham Asylum is a single player, third-person action/adventure in which the Dark Knight is forced to take on his greatest challenge yet when he is trapped by arch rival, the Joker, within Gotham City’s facility for the criminally insane, Arkham Asylum. A blend of exciting arcade style combat and stealth mechanics packed with amazing graphics in a moody, immersive setting, Batman: Arkham Asylum offers diverse gameplay options that push the envelope for all action, adventure and superhero games.
Dissidia: Final Fantasy PSP: Celebrating the 20th year of the renowned franchise, Dissidia Final Fantasy for PlayStation Portable brings together the largest collection of Final Fantasy characters ever in a fighting-styled game where players must choose their allegiance between good and evil, as they utilize the more than twenty playable characters available.
Professor Layton and the Diabolical Box DS: Join the legendary puzzle master and his apprentice for a gripping and mysterious adventure in Professor Layton and the Diabolical Box. Pit your wits against more than 150 new brain teasers, riddles and logic puzzles as you help Professor Layton and Luke attempt to puzzle out the mystery behind Dr. Schrader’s death. With more animated movie scenes and even more voice work than in the original game, Professor Layton and the Diabolical Box immerses you in a compelling and challenging puzzle-filled world.
NBA 2K10: Draft Combine X360: A download-only title that will be released on Xbox Live Arcade ahead of the fall launch of NBA 2K10. This game will give players the chance to test drive NBA 2K10’s new gameplay features, including the all-new My Player career mode, before NBA 2K10 launches.
Warriors Orochi 2 PSP: The best-selling WARRIORS OROCHI 2 comes to PSP(PlayStation Portable) system with continuing stories for SAMURAI WARRIORS, and the kingdoms of Wu, Wei and Shu, plus a story for Orochi himself! WARRIORS OROCHI 2 features three new game modes: Dream, VS and Survival, as well as “Tag Team”-style matches that pit fighters in deadly head-to-head combat! STORY: Shattering time and space, the venomous Serpent King Orochi kidnapped the DYNASTY WARRIORS and SAMURAI WARRIORS in a scheme to test his might. The heroes eventually defeated Orochi and his menacing army. Now the slain Orochi lies in the netherworld, and a mysterious alliance is hatching a plan to resurrect Orochi.
Mana Khemia 2: Fall of Alchemy PS2: THE END MARKS THE BEGINNING FOR ALCHEMY As the bench mark of hardcore RPG titles, Mana Khemia evolves to a new level for the PlayStation 2. With the ultimate 2D graphics blended with anime influenced 3D environments the visuals are stunning. Game play is as excellent as its looks with plenty of action and tons of item crafting. Players can indulge in the hardcore world of gaming with highest degree possible on the PlayStation 2 platform.
Fallout 3: Broken Steel and Point Lookout -X360, PC: ROKEN STEEL: Continue your existing Fallout 3 game and finish the fight against the Enclave remnants alongside Liberty Prime. Broken Steel moves the level cap for your character from 20 to 30, allowing you to experience even more of the game, including new perks and achievements. Story: You may have dealt the Enclave a serious blow at Project Purity, but their forces are still out there, and still pose a grave threat to the people and security of the Capital Wasteland. In Broken Steel, you’ll continue your current Fallout 3 character past the events of Project Purity, and work with the Brotherhood of Steel to eradicate the Enclave threat once and for all. Travel to new locations like the Olney Powerworks, wield destructive new weapons like the Tesla Cannon, and fight powerful new creatures like the Super Mutant Overlord.
Harvest Moon: Magical Melody -WII:Harvest Moon: Magical Melody is a unique new farming simulation and adventure game. Choose to become either a boy or a girl, then start a new life in a small farming village. As you build up your farm, you’ll watch your character grow into adulthood — and guide them toward marriage and a happy family life.