E3 2011

[Darragh]

Mostly finished, hopefully we get some more surprises over the few roundtables. My highlights? Battlefield 3 looks incredible. Uncharted 3 is jaw dropping. 3DS stuff has me interested. Vita looks like a steal at 250 when games come out. I really need another E3 to get on board with Wii U.

CONFERENCE RECAP

Microsoft: http://www.g4tv.com/videos/53259/mic...ference-video/

EA: http://www.g4tv.com/videos/53261/ea-...ference-video/

Sony: http://www.g4tv.com/videos/53264/son...ference-video/

Ubisoft: http://www.g4tv.com/videos/53262/ubi...ference-video/

Konami: http://www.g4tv.com/videos/53216/kon...ss-conference/



MICROSOFT

360

● CDProjekt announces Witcher 2 coming to Xbox 360 Fall 2011. http://www.gamespot.com/pc/rpg/the-witcher-2-assassins-of-kings/news/6316702/the-witcher-2-sells-400k-coming-to-xbox-360
● Konami announces MGS HD collection including MGS2 and MGS3. In Japan, Peacewalker will be sold separately. Elsewhere, Peacewalker will be included in the collection. http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2011-06-03-metal-gear-solid-hd-collection-coming
● Konami announces Zone of Enders HD collection including both games.
● Forza 4 Revealed: over 500 cars, completely re-done graphics engine and more. Releases October 11, 2011. http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showpost.php?p=28320828&postcount=1
● Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim. http://www.gametrailers.com/video/e3-2011-elder-scrolls/714852
● Insomniac reveals Overstrike, a new four-player co-op action game and the first Insomniac game to appear on 360 as well as PS3. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kltLI5oL22k&feature=youtu.be
● Halo 4 announced! http://www.gamersyde.com/news_halo_4_teaser_trailer-11200_en.html
● Halo 1: CE developed by Saber Interactive and Certain Affinity. No separate MP component, Halo 1 maps are a Reach map pack. Switch between classic and new visuals in real time.
● Minecraft announced exclusively for 360. Utilizes Kinect.
● New Battlefield 3 Frostbite Engine trailer. Looks astounding. http://ie.ign.com/videos/2011/06/06/battlefield-3-e3-2011-frostbite-trailer?objectid=82318
● Mass Effect 3 gameplay video. Game also is now confirmed to use Kinect to 'augment' conversations. http://ie.ign.com/videos/2011/06/06/e3-2011-mass-effect-3-gameplay-demo
● SSX has a new trailer showing its more tricky side. http://ie.ign.com/videos/2011/06/06/e3-2011-ssx-trailer?objectid=95028
● Check out the CG Tomb Raider gore and ~*pineapples*~ video. At least I think it's Tomb Raider - doesn't resemble any TR game I ever played http://ie.ign.com/videos/2011/06/02/tomb-raider-trailer
● Batman: Arkham City continues to look amazing in Catwoman specific trailer. http://ie.ign.com/videos/2011/06/02/batman-arkham-city-the-catwoman-trailer
● Soul Calibur V is ready to re-enter the arena with this sizzling gameplay video. http://ie.ign.com/videos/2011/06/03/soulcalibur-v-e3-trailer
● Check out Hideo Kojima's new Fox Engine that will be used for current gen platforms. http://ie.ign.com/videos/2011/06/02/kojima-fox-engine-e3-2011-demo
● Black Box is taking care of Need for Speed: The Run, which focuses on the world of underground racing. http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showpost.php?p=27468291&postcount=1
● Check out this latest E3 trailer for Final Fantasy XIII-2. Yeah. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cisUvE6lP0w
● Check out this Summer of Arcade 2011 Montage, which will include: Toy Soldiers: Cold War, Insanely Twisted Shadow Planet, Fruit Ninja Kinect, Bastion and From Dust. http://www.gamersyde.com/news_e3_summer_of_arcade_2011_montage-11207_en.html
● Trials was a surprise hit of last year's XBLA, and the follow up Trials Evolution looks like insane, frantic fun. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z1Bfcjo5B5I
● Ubisoft and Ancel's Rayman Origins is about the most beautiful game yet shown at E3 2011. Mind blowing. http://www.gametrailers.com/video/e3-2011-rayman-origins/714914
● Ubisoft announces Far Cry 3, a return to the jungle and style of the first game. Images and more at link. http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showpost.php?p=28348976&postcount=1
● Ubisoft announces Brother in Arms: Furious Four, and Inglourious Bastards riff with takes a more dudebro approach to the franchise. Video here. http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showpost.php?p=28349353&postcount=1
● Ninja Gaiden 3 looks even more deliriously violent than previous incarnations. Which is, of course, awesome. [url][/url]
● People have been murmuring about the new direction for Hitman, so now you can check it out for yourself in this video of Hitman Absolution. Link dead.
● Check out this new video for Gotham City Impostors. http://www.gametrailers.com/video/e3-2011-gotham-city/714753
● New Star Trek game trailer to coincide with the new Abrams movie. http://ie.ign.com/videos/2011/06/06/e3-2011-star-trek-trailer?objectid=110386
● Final Fantasy XIII-2 dated for December 2011 in Japan. Early 2012 for NA/EU.

Kinect

● Minecraft announced exclusively for 360. Utilizes Kinect. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8UaJ2AnbLs0
● Check out the latest Mass Effect 3 gameplay video. Game also is now confirmed to use Kinect to 'augment' conversations. http://ie.ign.com/videos/2011/06/06/e3-2011-mass-effect-3-gameplay-demo
● Star Wars Kinect features insane lag gameplay and pod racing. If you've ever dreamed of a three second delay between your actions, this is the Star Wars game for you. http://ie.xbox360.ign.com/articles/117/1172855p1.html
● EA announced that Fifa, Madden, Tiger Woods and another unannounced sports game will utilize Kinect. http://ie.xbox360.ign.com/articles/117/1172909p1.html
● Kinect Fun Labs is now available. Enables finger tracking, body/clothing/object scanning, etc. http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showthread.php?t=432682
● Dance Central 2 has been announced. Allows players to port all of their songs from the first game as well as a 2 player multiplayer mode. http://ie.xbox360.ign.com/articles/117/1172946p1.html
● Ghost Recon: Future Soldier will utilize Kinect. According to the video, it's for disassembling and reassembling weapons in some mode. http://ie.xbox360.ign.com/articles/117/1172914p1.html
● Kinect Sports: Season 2 announced. Features even more mini-game versions of golf, baseball, skiing, darts, tennis and football. Joy. http://ie.xbox360.ign.com/articles/117/1172938p1.html
● As if Fable needed to be even more casualized, Peter Molyneux's latest incarnation of the franchise is Fable: The Journey, which utilizes the "cutting edge" technology to cast spells, swipe your sword and control your horse. http://ie.xbox360.ign.com/articles/117/1172928p1.html
● Kinect Disneyland Adventures is announced, which allows every manchild to fulfill his or her dream of hugging the air while simultaneously pretending Mickey is there. http://ie.xbox360.ign.com/articles/117/1172922p1.html
● Crytek's Codename Kingdoms has officially been Kinect-pwned, being reduced to some first-person Gladiator combat game called Ryse. http://ie.xbox360.ign.com/articles/117/1172921p1.html
● SEGA's Rise of Nightmare horror game which works exclusively with Kinect looks, uh, interesting... http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showpost.php?p=28347141&postcount=1
● Check out the first video of Fruit Ninja for Kinect. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UzsmDfKzk7M
● Here's video of Doublefine's Sesame Street: Once Upon a Monster, a game aimed obviously directly at parents and their children. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mpzlL06byXg



SONY

PlayStation 3

● Konami announces MGS HD collection including MGS2 and MGS3. In Japan, Peacewalker will be sold separately. Elsewhere, Peacewalker will be included in the collection. http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2011-06-03-metal-gear-solid-hd-collection-coming
● Konami announces Zone of Enders HD collection including both games. http://www.joystiq.com/2011/06/02/konami-reveals-metal-gear-solid-zone-of-the-enders-silent-hill/5
● Konami announces Silent Hill HD collection including Silent Hill 2 and 3. (Platforms unclear but will include at least PS3)
● Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim sweet new footage. http://www.gametrailers.com/video/e3-2011-elder-scrolls/714852
● Insomniac reveals Overstrike, a new four-player co-op action game and the first Insomniac game to appear on 360 as well as PS3. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kltLI5oL22k&feature=youtu.be
● New Battlefield 3 Frostbite Engine trailer. Looks astounding. http://ie.ign.com/videos/2011/06/06/battlefield-3-e3-2011-frostbite-trailer?objectid=82318
● Check out the latest Mass Effect 3 gameplay video. http://ie.ign.com/videos/2011/06/06/e3-2011-mass-effect-3-gameplay-demo
● Check out the CG Tomb Raider gore and ~*pineapples*~ video. At least I think it's Tomb Raider - doesn't resemble any TR game I ever played http://ie.ign.com/videos/2011/06/02/tomb-raider-trailer
● Batman: Arkham City continues to look amazing in this Catwoman specific trailer. http://ie.ign.com/videos/2011/06/02/batman-arkham-city-the-catwoman-trailer
● Soul Calibur V is ready to re-enter the arena with this sizzling gameplay video. http://ie.ign.com/videos/2011/06/03/soulcalibur-v-e3-trailer
● Resistance 3 looks like a return to form for the series, and it seeks to prove it by showcasing its multiplayer bona fides. http://ie.ign.com/videos/2011/06/02/resistance-3-multiplayer-video-preview
● Check out Hideo Kojima's new Fox Engine that will be used for current gen platforms. http://ie.ign.com/videos/2011/06/02/kojima-fox-engine-e3-2011-demo
● Black Box is taking care of Need for Speed: The Run, which focuses on the world of underground racing. http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showpost.ph ... ostcount=1
● Check out this latest E3 trailer for Final Fantasy XIII-2. Yeah.
● Ubisoft and Ancel's Rayman Origins is about the most beautiful game yet shown at E3 2011. Mind blowing. http://www.gametrailers.com/video/e3-2011-rayman-origins/714914
● Ubisoft announces Far Cry 3, a return to the jungle and style of the first game. Images and more at link.
● Ubisoft announces Brother in Arms: Furious Four, and Inglourious Bastards riff with takes a more dudebro approach to the franchise. Video here.
● People have been murmuring about the new direction for Hitman, so now you can check it out for yourself in this video of Hitman Absolution.
● Uncharted 3: Drake's Deception has a collector's edition in the works. Check it out here. Also launch for media and more. http://ie.ps3.ign.com/articles/117/1172151p1.html
● Sony San Diego's action RPG, Ruin, will be simultaneously released on Vita and PS3 and includes cross platform play. http://ie.ps3.ign.com/articles/117/1173234p1.html
● New collection revealed - this time it's God of War Origins Collection, which includes Ghost of Sparta and Chains of Olympus from PSP remastered in 3D for the PS3. http://ie.ps3.ign.com/articles/117/1173206p1.html
● It has now been revealed that Dust 514 will be exclusive to PS3. All sorts of info in this topic. http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showthread.php?t=432468
● Check out this new video for Gotham City Impostors. http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showpost.php?p=28354228&postcount=1
● New Star Trek game trailer to coincide with the new Abrams movie. http://ie.ign.com/videos/2011/06/06/e3-2011-star-trek-trailer?objectid=110386
● After all those gameplay videos, I'm a bit surprised they went with this rather underwhelming CG Starhawk trailer. http://ie.ign.com/videos/2011/06/06/e3-2011-starhawk-trailer?objectid=14340339
● Saint's Row: The Third will have exclusive mode on PS3. http://ie.ps3.ign.com/articles/117/1173223p1.html
● And they also scored exclusive Battlefield 3 content. Yay exclusive content! http://ie.ps3.ign.com/articles/117/1173222p1.html
● Looking for something for MOVE? Zindagi Games has a new title called Medieval Moves, which is essentially an on-rails *sigh* arcade weapon gallery. http://ie.ps3.ign.com/articles/117/1173214p1.html
● Finally! After that teaser with the Sly Collection months ago, Sly 4 was finally revealed and it's being developed by Sanzaru Games, the ones responsible for Secret Agent Clank and the Sly Collection. http://ie.ps3.ign.com/articles/117/1172861p1.html
● Q-Games, developer of the award-winning PixelJunk series, returns this summer with a nostalgic take on the series with its new side-scrolling shooter, PixelJunk SideScroller. http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showthread.php?t=432811
● Final Fantasy XIII-2 dated for December 2011 in Japan. Early 2012 for NA/EU. http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showthread.php?t=432844


PS Vita

● Konami announces Silent Hill: Book of Memories. No further information available besides name and platform. http://e3.gamespot.com/story/6316506/silent-hill-downpour-delayed-book-of-memories-opening-on-ngp
● PSP Vita Wi-Fi model will be available for 24,980 yen (including tax) in Japan, $249 in US and euro 249 in Europe, 3G/Wi-Fi model will be available for 29,980 yen (including tax) in Japan, $299 in US and euro 299 in Europe and successively launch in global market starting the end of 2011. http://finance.yahoo.com/news/Sony-Computer-Entertainment-prnews-73204485.html?x=0&.v=1
● Capcom announces Street Fighter X Tekken for NGP, featuring Cole from inFAMOUS as a bonus fighter. http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showpost.php?p=28365742&postcount=2
● A Vanillaware game called Dragon's Crown was shown during the PS Vita Footage Reel. Skip to 3:30 for the footage. Looked stunning. Looks like Ignition is publishing this. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RIaJHh60hQY&feature=youtu.be
● PSP Vita will utilize AT&T exclusively for their 3G Service http://ie.psp.ign.com/articles/117/1173235p1.html
● Irrational game announces an original Bioshock title for Vita. No images or footage. http://ie.psp.ign.com/articles/117/1173229p1.html
● Super Stardust Delta looks as hectic as usual, utilizing the Vita's technology to stunning effect. http://ie.psp.ign.com/articles/117/1171647p1.html
● I'm not sure how many of you are interested in Hustle Kings for the Vita, but here's impressions anyway. http://ie.psp.ign.com/articles/117/1171997p1.html
● Here's IGN talkin' up the most arresting Vita original title, Sound Shapes. Impressions, images and video at link. http://ie.psp.ign.com/articles/117/1172002p1.html
● Of all the Vita titles revealed, Little Deviants seems to be utilizing the features of the platform to greatest effect. Impressions and more at link. http://ie.psp.ign.com/articles/117/1171814p1.html
● And of course the lineup would not be complete without mention of Uncharted: Golden Abyss. Please, spare the piss jokes. All sorts of media here. http://ie.psp.ign.com/articles/117/1172161p1.html
● Sony San Diego's action RPG, Ruin, will be simultaneously released on Vita and PS3 and includes cross platform play. http://ie.ps3.ign.com/articles/117/1173234p1.html
● Not that anyone asked for more ModNation Racers, but there is a new and improved version coming for the Vita. Lots of info at link http://ie.psp.ign.com/articles/116/1168980p1.html
● Hot Shots Golf trailer for Vita, now more pervy than ever. Thanks Japan. http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showthread.php?t=432803
● Shinobido 2 announced for Vita. Sequel to Acquire's ninja game for the PSP and PS2.
● Little Big Planet Vita trailer. http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showthread.php?t=432807
● Wipeout 2048 E3 trailer. Futuristic HD racing at your fingertips. http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showthread.php?t=432802
● Namco Bandai announced today that it is developing a version of Ridge Racer for Sony's next generation PlayStation Vita portable system. http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showthread.php?t=432832
● Arc System Works confirmed that BlazBlue Continuum Shift II is in development for the PS Vita. http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showpost.php?p=28379555&postcount=1
● It has now been revealed that Dust 514 will be exclusive to PS3 and Vita and have cross platform play. All sorts of info in this topic. http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showthread.php?t=432468

[Darragh]

PC

● GOG announces they've signed EA to their service, and will release 25+ games from their catalogue over the next several months. System Shock and Syndicate are specifically not included. The first releases are Ultima Underworld 1+2, Dungeon Keeper, and Wing Commander: Privateer. Next up: Crusader No Remorse, Alpha Centauri, Magic Carpet. http://www.gog.com/en/news/gog_com_s_catalog_gets_huge_with_addition_of_classic_ea_titles
● CDProjekt announces free DLC for Witcher that adds additional hairstyles. http://www.joystiq.com/2011/06/06/the-witcher-2-patch-trims-sprawling-saves-and-geralts-hair/
● Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim sweet new footage. http://www.gametrailers.com/video/e3-2011-elder-scrolls/714852
● New Battlefield 3 Frostbite Engine trailer. Looks astounding. http://ie.ign.com/videos/2011/06/06/battlefield-3-e3-2011-frostbite-trailer?objectid=82318
● Check out the latest Mass Effect 3 gameplay video. http://ie.ign.com/videos/2011/06/06/e3-2011-mass-effect-3-gameplay-demo
● Batman: Arkham City continues to look amazing in this Catwoman specific trailer. http://ie.ign.com/videos/2011/06/02/batman-arkham-city-the-catwoman-trailer
● Ubisoft announces Far Cry 3, a return to the jungle and style of the first game. Images and more at link. http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showpost.php?p=28348976&postcount=1
● Trackmania 2: Canyon looks ~*iguana*~' rad. Was there any doubt? Video and website at link. http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showpost.php?p=28353488&postcount=1 Looks awesome!


#2
NINTENDO


Wii

● Firebrand is taking care of the Wii version of Need for Speed: The Run, which focuses on the world of underground racing. http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showpost.php?p=27468291&postcount=1
● Without any doubt, this is the Wii's magnum opus. Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword promises full utilization of all Wiimote+ functionality, on top of amazing new scenarios and classic Zelda gameplay. New trailer, screens and more. http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showpost.php?p=28400507&postcount=1
● Along with Skyward Sword, Kirby Wii is looking to make the platform go out with a bang. Allows 1-4 players and releases this Fall. http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showpost.php?p=28399382&postcount=1

DS
● Devil Survivor 2 announced for 2012 release in US. http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showthread.php?t=432850

3DS

● Firebrand is taking care of the 3DS version of Need for Speed: The Run, which focuses on the world of underground racing. http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showpost.php?p=27468291&postcount=1
● Capcom has had a Resident Evil Revelations media blowout. New trailers, screenshots, locations and more! http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showpost.php?p=28406004&postcount=1
● Ace Combat 3DS has been announced for quite some time. Now you can check out some of this... interesting... media. http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showpost.php?p=28407825&postcount=1
● Fans have been asking for it forever, but Luigi's Mansion 2 is now a reality - and it's on 3DS. Check out these impressions, images and video. http://ie.ds.ign.com/articles/117/1173528p1.html
● And we've had the much anticipated Super Mario reveal for 3DS, which looks like a crazy mix of SMB3, Super Mario Galaxy and more. Wild. http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showpost.php?p=28394268&postcount=1
● Special props for the E3 2011 Game of the Show, Paper Mario 3DS. New trailer and images confirm how ~*iguana*~ amazing this game will be. http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showpost.php?p=28400203&postcount=1
● Sakurai's Kid Icarus: Uprising is coming along very nicely. Check out the E3 2011 Trailer. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SxdYMVBvDqI
● Here is the latest media and trailer for Mario Kart 3DS, which features hang gliders now. Curious. http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showpost.php?p=28404201&postcount=1


Wii U

● Here is a Wii U Summary topic. It covers all the basic information far better than I could, so I'll link to it. Yes, the system is named Wii U. http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showthread.php?t=432833
● Here is screen and video of the Zelda HD tech demo. It's just a tech demo - not how the actual game might end up looking, but one potential avenue. Welcome to the HD gen, Nintendo fans. http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showpost.php?p=28398347&postcount=1
● Here is full impressions of the Wii U Controller, which contains Touchscreen, dual-analog + buttons, motion, Rumble, Microphone, speakers, gyroscope, inward-facing camera and a headphone jack. http://kotaku.com/5808704/this-is-nintendos-new-wii-u-and-its-bold-new-controller
● Another tech demo was called Super Mario Mii, which showcased a NSMB-style title with the unbiquitous Mii's running about too. http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showpost.php?p=28404231&postcount=1
● Aliens: Colonial Marines, developed by Gearbox and confirmed Unreal Engine 3 is working on Wii U, has been announced for the platform. http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showpost.php?p=28404318&postcount=1
● Not only is Wii U receiving Ninja Gaiden 3, they're also getting an exclusive side game called Ninja Gaiden 3: Razor's Edge. Very nice coup for Nintendo. http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showthread.php?t=432996

[AlexSP]

great post! too much info so i've kind of been ignoring it all and waiting for news to leak down to me.

i like the idea of silent hill rereleases, only played the first one with my friend way back when and just remember the great time we had sh!tting ourselves.
i love me some far cry but fc2 was largely unplayable and i stopped after a few hours, so i'll be following fc3 developments carefully...
also love the hitman series but i didn't get what this "new direction" is from the trailer...
BF3 is gonna knock it right out of the park and leave the (sadly) stagnating CoD franchise reeling. comparing gameplay vids is almost embarrassing

[Darragh]

great post! too much info so i've kind of been ignoring it all and waiting for news to leak down to me.

i like the idea of silent hill rereleases, only played the first one with my friend way back when and just remember the great time we had sh!tting ourselves.
i love me some far cry but fc2 was largely unplayable and i stopped after a few hours, so i'll be following fc3 developments carefully...
also love the hitman series but i didn't get what this "new direction" is from the trailer...
BF3 is gonna knock it right out of the park and leave the (sadly) stagnating CoD franchise reeling. comparing gameplay vids is almost embarrassing

Yeah the visuals in Battlefield 3 are incredible.

Mass Effect 3 is probably what I'm looking forward to most. Sadly there were few surprises outside of PS Vita and Nintendo. The Kinect stuff is horrible, Star Wars Kinect is just horribad.

[Mr Anderson]

Remembers his BF1942 days.

Tempted by Battlefield 3.

Looking mainly for ME3 and Skyrim. The video for the latter made me come a little inside.

[Dragon_Eyes]

I'm excited for Luigi's Mansion 2. I love the original. The WiiU looks cool too. I'll probably buy it when it comes out.

[nanaki]

I was impressed with BF3, but I'm inclined to steer clear of it, with the way EA have been acting lately.

I've heard good reports about this though

[Darragh]

I was impressed with BF3, but I'm inclined to steer clear of it, with the way EA have been acting lately.

Thankfully they actually listened to people about the recent pre-order dlc stuff. Well pre order dlc is still BS but at least this way everyone will get the stuff.

[nanaki]

Thankfully they actually listened to people about the recent pre-order dlc stuff. Well pre order dlc is still BS but at least this way everyone will get the stuff.

I saw that alright, a surprising little adjustment to make. They've screwed up over Steam as well, wonder will they do anything over that