More Music Hits the Sims 3

Sul sul zeedab nas! The Sims fans will turn up the volume on their HD and PC hardware this Autumn and rock out while playing The Sims 3 game on their PlayStation 3 , Xbox 360, and Wii or when firing up The Sims 3 Late Night Expansion Pack for the PC or MAC. The EA Play Label announced today the robust music line-up for The Sims 3 for console platforms and The Sims 3 Late Night PC/MAC that includes music from a variety of genres such as hip-hop, alternative, pop, rock, electronic, and more. Artists from around the world including Travie McCoy, 3oh!3, Flo Rida featuring Jovi, Kelly Rowland, Kelis, and more recorded current or upcoming hit singles from their latest albums in an entirely new language, ‘Simlish,’ which is the official language of The Sims franchise.

Global artists and Simlish re-recorded songs featured in The Sims 3 for the PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, and Wii include:

• 22-20’s – “Latest Heartbreak”
• 3oh!3 – “Double Vision”
• Aceyalone and RJD2 – “Ever Seen This”
• Aeroplane – “We Can’t Fly”
• Alpha Rev – “Phoneix Burn”
• Cody Simpson – “IY IY IY”
• Crash Kings – “You Got Me”
• deadmau5 – “Some Chords”
• Flo Rida featuring Jovi – “Fresh I Stay”
• Free Energy – “Free Energy”
• Hot Chip – “We Have Love”
• Innerpartysystem – “American Trash”
• Jasmine V – “All of These Boys”
• Jessica Mauboy – “Saturday Night”
• John Butler Trio – “Gonna Be a Long Time”
• Kidz in the Hall – “Flickin’”
• Lazee featuring Apollo Drive – “Calling Out”
• Mickey Factz – “Dreamland”
• Ozomatli – “Are you Ready?”
• School Of Seven Bells – “Dust Devil”
• The Dirty Heads – “Stand Tall”

The Sims 3 Late Night includes:

• 3oh!3 – “Double Vision”
• Bryan Rice – “There for You”
• Chiddy Bang – “Here We Go”
• Electrolightz – “Miss Outta Control”
• Eliza Doolittle – “Rollerblades”
• Foxy Shazam – “Unstoppable”
• Hadag Nahash – “Lo Maspik”
• Hadouken! – “M.A.D.”
• Jessica Mauboy – “Saturday Night”
• Junkie XL – “Live Wired”
• Kelis – “Brave”
• Kelly Rowland – “Rose Colored Glasses”
• King Fantastic – “All Black Ying Yang (The Party Song)”
• My Chemical Romance – “Na Na Na”
• Nikki & Rich – “Next Best Thing”
• The Ready Set – “More Than Alive”
• Soulja Boy – “Speakers Going Hammer”
• Travie McCoy – “Need You”

The Sims 3 Late Night gives players all-access and lets them loose on a vibrant, active downtown scene where they’ll rub elbows with celebrities at the hottest parties, hit the local bar after work, tour the scene with their Sims’ band, kick back in a plush hot tub, and discover what’s lurking in the thick of the night. Players will be able to take their Sims into the bustling urban setting where they’ll be able to become a celebrity, member of a music band, mixologist, director, and more. To gain entrance into the most elite clubs in town, players need to keep their attitude in check otherwise they’ll be given the cold shoulder by tough bouncers or find another way onto the list. If chilling is the player’s forte, their Sims can lounge at a chic club or dive bar. If they like to live on the edge, they can be initiated into the dark life of a vampire. Whether embarking on a new career, painting the town red, or throwing a party on the rooftop of a penthouse, it’s always up to the player to tell their unique stories with The Sims 3. What will happen when the lights go out and Sims get all-access?

For more information about The Sims 3 games or The Sims Late Night, please visit http://www.thesims3.com/.

Sengoku BASARA: Samurai Heroes Demo Hits PSN on Tuesday the 7th

The producer of Devil May Cry 4, Hiroyuki Kobayashi, will bring you the newest installment to the BASARA series, Sengoku BASARA: Samurai Heroes, on the PlayStation 3 and Wii on October 12.

Well PS3 fans you will get an exclusive demo on September 7 when the Sengoku BASARA: Samurai Heroes demo hits the PlayStation Network in North America. Featuring two of the more than 15 playable characters available in the retail version, players can pound their fists as Ieyasu Tokugawa, or yield their sword as Mitsunari Ishida.

Taking place during 16th century feudal Japan, Sengoku BASARA: Samurai Heroes tasks players with fighting their way through hundreds of enemies in an effort to take over the whole of Japan. With highly stylized characters taken from the realistic stories of this period, each has their own unique weapons and moves that are upgradeable as they progress throughout the game. After filling their BASARA meter, players can unleash over the top BASARA moves for maximum damage.

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Players to Compete for Honors at Wii Games

Participants and spectators from across the United States will come together in Los Angeles on Sept. 3-5 for the Wii Games: Summer 2010 national championship. As many as 90 winning teams from dozens of qualifying events held throughout the country will join six sweepstakes winners to participate in this first-of-its-kind tournament event. Players of all ages will enjoy the fun of Nintendo’s groundbreaking motion-control video games as they compete for prizes and celebrate the active, inclusive spirit of the Wii console. Olympic gold medalist and Dancing with the Stars champion Shawn Johnson, the official Wii Games: Summer 2010 Ambassador, will make a special appearance to lead participants in a Wii warm-up session on Sept. 3.  
   
Winning teams representing the categories featured in the competition, such as Teen, Adult and Super Adult will receive prizes including custom Wii Remote controller-styled trophies, a Royal Caribbean family cruise, Netflix memberships, Wii prize packs and Panasonic entertainment systems during a special award presentation on Sept. 5. Throughout the tournament, families, fans and spectators will also be able to enjoy activities such as noncompetitive game demos. Full details, rules and regulations can be found at http://www.wiigames2010.com.

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DJ Hero 2 Uncrates 105 of the Hottest Hits and Biggest Anthems

Over 100 of the biggest tracks from the hottest artists have been remixed exclusively for DJ Hero 2, including Eminem’s “Not Afraid,” Lady Gaga’s “Bad Romance,” David Guetta’s “Memories” feat. Kid Cudi, Lil’ Wayne’s “Lollipop” feat. Static Major, and Dizzee Rascal & Armand Van Helden’s “Bonkers.

With all the songs now revealed, DJ Hero 2 has launched the “Name That Mix” challenge on the DJ Hero Facebook page, testing fans knowledge of music to discover the game’s tightly held and eagerly anticipated mixes. Every week from now until September 20, fans will be presented with a “mashup of mashups” video from which participants will need to decipher what songs were used to create each mix. Over 275 prizes are available weekly including trips to see DJ Hero 2 artists perform live and professional DJ equipment. To participate in the challenge or for more information, visit http://facebook.com/djhero.

“The individual songs that have been mixed into the DJ Hero 2 soundtrack have been viewed online more than 1.5 billion times, which really speaks volumes to both the size and scope of our music,” said Dan Neil, Music Director, FreeStyleGames. “Working with some of the best DJs in the world, we were able to take this amazing collection of the biggest pop, hip-hop and dance hits, and with some turntable magic, craft the best soundtrack in entertainment.”

With the highly skilled DJs and music producers at FreeStyleGames – joined by Deadmau5, David Guetta, DJ Qbert, Tiesto and a crew of world renowned mixologists – dropping the beats, everyone will have a chance to experience the following songs in an all-new way:

• 2Pac feat. Dr. Dre and Roger Troutman - “California Love Remix”
• 50 Cent - “In Da Club”
• Adamski - “Killer”
• Afrika Bambaataa and The Soul Sonic Force - “Planet Rock”
• Armand Van Helden - “I Want Your Soul”
• A-Trak - “Say Whoa”
• B.o.B feat. Bruno Mars - “Nothin’ On You”
• Basement Jaxx - “Where’s Your Head At”
• BlakRoc feat. Pharoahe Monch & RZA - “Dollaz & Sense”
• Busta Rhymes - “Put Your Hands Where My Eyes Can See”
• Calvin Harris - “I’m Not Alone”
• Chamillionaire - “Ridin’”
• Chic - “Good Times”
• Chic - “Le Freak”
• Clinton Sparks, DJ Class, & Jermaine Dupri - “Favorite DJ”
• Daft Punk - “Human After All”
• Damian Marley - “Welcome To Jamrock”
• David Guetta & Chris Willis - “Love Is Gone”
• David Guetta feat. Kid Cudi - “Memories”
• David Guetta vs. The Egg - “Love Don‘t Let Me Go (Walking Away)”
• Deadmau5 - “Ghosts N Stuff”
• Deadmau5 & Kaskade - “I Remember”
• Deee-Lite - “Groove Is In The Heart”
• Dillinja and Skibadee - “Twist ‘Em Out”
• Dizzee Rascal & Armand Van Helden - “Bonkers”
• DJ Qbert - “Super Battle Breaks”
• DJ Shadow - “Midnight In A Perfect World”
• DJ Shadow feat. Q-Tip and Lateef The Truth Speaker - “Enuff (DJ Fresh Remix)”
• Donna Summer - “Bad Girls”
• Edwin Starr - “War”
• Eminem - “Not Afraid”
• Estelle feat. Kanye West - “American Boy”
• Flo Rida - “Low”
• Flo Rida feat. Will.I.Am - “In The Ayer”
• Gorillaz feat. Mos Def & Bobby Womack - “Stylo”
• Grandmaster Flash & The Furious Five feat. Melle Mel & Duke Bootee - “The Message”
• Harold Faltermeyer - “Axel F”
• House Of Pain - “Jump Around”
• Iyaz - “Replay”
• Janet Jackson - “Nasty”
• Justice - “D.A.N.C.E.”
• Justice - “Waters Of Nazareth”
• Kanye West - “Heartless”
• Kanye West - “Love Lockdown”
• Kaskade & Deadmau5 - “Move For Me”
• Kelis - “Acapella (David Guetta Extended Mix)”
• Kool & The Gang - “Jungle Boogie”
• Lady Gaga - “Lovegame”
• Lady Gaga - “Bad Romance”
• Lady Gaga feat. Colby O’Donis - “Just Dance“
• Lil Jon & The East Side Boyz feat. Ying Yang Twins - “Get Low”
• Lil’ Wayne - “Go DJ”
• Lil’ Wayne feat. Static Major - “Lollipop”
• LL Cool J - “I Can’t Live Without My Radio”
• M.I.A. - “Galang”
• M|A|R|R|S - “Pump Up The Volume”
• Major Lazer feat. VYBZ Kartel - “Pon De Floor“
• Malcolm McLaren - “Buffalo Gals”
• Metallica - “The Day That Never Comes”
• Missy Elliott - “Get Ur Freak On”
• MSTRKRFT feat. N.O.R.E. - “Bounce”
• Nas feat. Keri Hilson - “Hero”
• Naughty By Nature - “O.P.P.”
• Nelly - “Hot In Herre”
• New Boyz - “You’re A Jerk”
• New Order - “Blue Monday”
• Newcleus - “Jam On It”
• Nightcrawlers - “Push The Feeling On (MK Mix 95)”
• Orbital - “The Box”
• Pirate Soundsystem - “Bashy Bashy“
• Pitbull - “I Know You Want Me (Calle Ocho)”
• Pussycat Dolls feat. Busta Rhymes - “Don’t Cha”
• Rihanna - “Pon De Replay”
• Rihanna - “Rude Boy”
• Robin S - “Show Me Love (Stonebridge Radio Edit)”
• Salt N Pepa - “Push It”
• Sam Cooke - “Chain Gang”
• Sam Sparro – “B&G” a/k/a “Black & Gold”
• Sean Paul - “Infiltrate”
• Sean Paul - “Get Busy”
• Snoop Dogg - “Who Am I (What’s My Name)?”
• Snow - “Informer”
• Soulja Boy Tell ‘Em - “Crank That (Soulja Boy)”
• Sparfunk & D-Code - “Apocalypse”
• Stevie Wonder - “Superstition”
• Talib Kweli - “Get By”
• The Chemical Brothers - “Leave Home”
• The Chemical Brothers feat. Q-Tip - “Galvanize”
• The Crystal Method - “Busy Child (Still Busy After All These Years Remix)”
• The Jackson 5 - “ABC”
• The Notorious B.I.G. feat. Mase & Diddy - “Mo’ Money, Mo’ Problems”
• The Prodigy - “Omen”
• The Prodigy - “Firestarter”
• Tiesto - “Speed Rail”
• Tiesto & Sneaky Sound System - “I Will Be Here”
• Tiesto vs Diplo - “Come On”
• Tiga - “You Gonna Want Me”
• Timbaland feat. Drake - “Say Something”
• Timbaland feat. Keri Hilson & D.O.E. - “The Way I Are”
• Tweet feat. Missy Elliott - “Oops (Oh My)”
• Walter Murphy - “A Fifth Of Beethoven”
• Warren G feat. Nate Dogg - “Regulate”
• Wayne Smith - “Under Mi Sleng Teng”
• Yeah Yeah Yeahs - “Heads Will Roll (A-Trak Remix )”
• Young Jeezy feat. Kanye West - “Put On”

Ship Date and Rating

Dropping on October 19, DJ Hero 2, the game will be available as a Party Bundle which will include a copy of the game, two turntable controllers and a microphone, offering the ultimate “party-in-a-box.” Gamers who experienced DJ Hero, the #1 new videogame intellectual property of 2009, can pick up DJ Hero 2 as a Turntable Bundle featuring one turntable controller and a copy of the game or as standalone software. The game is in development by FreeStyleGames for the Xbox 360, the PlayStation3 and the Wii. The game is rated “T” (Teen – Mild Suggestive Themes, Lyrics) by the ESRB.

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EA Helps Monopoly Celebrate its 75th Birthday

For the past 75 years, people of all ages from around the world have collected $200 when passing “GO!”, anxiously waited to get out of “jail”, and secretly wished that all of the money in the Monopoly game could be real.  This fall, Hasbro will introduce Monopoly: Revolution Edition and the U-BUILD Monopoly game.

Around the world, Monopoly is celebrating with a variety of activities that recognize the game and its history. For example:

• Londoners are challenged to find the “GO!” in the city based on the location and placement of the properties in London found on the Monopoly game board. The first 75 people to cross GO! will receive £200. Fans can hitch a ride on a free Monopoly double-decker bus for a trip around the city.
• Drivers in Sydney, Australia will be treated to Free Parking in areas around downtown. Be on the lookout for the Monopoly signs to take advantage of the free parking!
• In the United States, Mr. Monopoly will participate in the Atlantic City Thunder Over The Boardwalk air show by parachuting into the crowd to bring Monopoly money to guests invited to play in a 75th anniversary commemorative game.
• In Mexico and Singapore, fans are invited to meet and interact with Mr. Monopoly.
• Online at Pogo.com, participate in a special Monopoly game night to earn chances to win copies of Monopoly board games as well as earn extra tokens. Downloadable games will be on sale and players can earn a special anniversary Badge Challenge token and unlock a special game mover.

Another way to celebrate with Monopoly on August 25 is to enter the Monopoly “Money Makes It Real” contest. Monopoly is asking its fans to describe what they would do if the money in their Monopoly game — which totals $20,580 — were turned into REAL money. Visit the Official Website for details and to enter.

The contest began on July 15, 2010 and entries will be accepted until September 3. Entries are to be limited to 75 words or less and should demonstrate a commitment to the spirit of Monopoly, such as travel, home repair or any other activity inspired by the history of the game, the Community Chest and Chance cards, the tokens or the game play. Once all entries are collected, participants will invite their friends and family to vote for their entry. The 75 entries with the most votes on Sept. 27 will be considered for the grand prize.

EA has created digital versions of the Monopoly game for console platforms including the Wii, Xbox 360, PlayStation 2, and PlayStation 3, as well as online at Pogo.com and a variety of mobile devices. The latest in the lineup, Monopoly Streets, will arrive at retail this fall on the Wii, Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 systems. A Nintendo DS version of Monopoly will also launch later this year. Additionally, Monopoly will land on Facebook later this year through Hasbro’s strategic licensing alliance with EA.

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More Songs and Artists Revealed for Rock Band 3 at Gamescom

MTV Games, Harmonix Music, and distribution partner Electronic Arts today confirmed a standout selection of international acts to be featured on the 83 song on-disc soundtrack for the highly anticipated Rock Band 3 music video game, including INXS, Bob Marley, Slipknot, Rammstein, Tokio Hotel, HIM, Poni Hoax and more. Rock Band 3 will be released Oct. 29 in Europe for the Xbox 360 (MSRP euro 59.99/49.99 pounds Sterling), PlayStation 3 (MSRP euro 59.99/49.99 pounds), Nintendo Wii (MSRP euro 49.99/39.99 pounds) and Nintendo DS (MSRP euro 29.99/24.99 pounds).

“We believe music transcends boundaries, and intend to prove it with a committed effort to release more music from around the world on the Rock Band platform,” said Paul DeGooyer, senior vice president of music and electronic games for MTV Games. “Fans will have access to our incredible line-up of music via simultaneous global releases, and we think everyone will find each song tremendously fun to play, no matter what language they speak.”

MTV Games and Harmonix invite Gamescom 2010 attendees to get some hands-on time with Rock Band 3, located at the Electronic Arts (EA) show floor area located in Hall 6.1.

Rock Band 3 On-Disc Tracks Announced Today

• Bob Marley & The Wailers, “Get Up, Stand Up” (Jamaica)
• INXS, “Need You Tonight” (Australia)
• Poni Hoax, “Antibodies” (France)
• Rammstein, “Du Hast” in German (Germany)
• Roxette, “The Look” (Sweden)
• Tokio Hotel, “Humanoid” (Germany)
• HIM, “Killing Loneliness” (Finland)
• Mana, “Oye Mi Amor” in Spanish (Mexico)
• Slipknot, “Before I Forget” (United States)
• War, “Low Rider” (United States)

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David Beckham Named Brand Ambassador for EA SPORTS Active 2

Today, EA SPORTS announced the signing of global football superstar David Beckham as brand ambassador for EA SPORTS Active 2, an innovative line of interactive fitness products that feature personalized, customizable workouts. Beckham will act as the franchise spokesperson and will be featured in advertising and retail material across Europe and Australia. EA SPORTS Active 2 focuses on improving muscular strength, endurance and flexibility, as well as improving cardio; it will combine a heart rate monitor and motion tracking data to deliver a fitness experience that achieves authentic, measurable results. EA SPORTS Active 2 will be available on Kinect for Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, PlayStation 3, Wii, iPhone and iPod touch in Europe and Australia on November 19.

“David has always worked hard to stay in excellent shape and has inspired people around the world to make fitness a priority,” says Jens Uwe Intat, Senior Vice President & GM of European Publishing, EA. “We’re excited about this collaboration with David as the high value he places on fitness makes him a perfect fit for EA SPORTS Active 2. We are looking forward to working with him to motivate people everywhere to get active.”

“EA SPORTS Active is impressive and includes many elements that I have seen throughout my football career,” says David Beckham. “I’m excited to collaborate with EA SPORTS who have a great track record in developing authentic and credible sports products and games over the years.”

EA SPORTS Active 2 will ship with the Total Body Tracking system that combines a heart rate monitor and motion tracking data to ensure a workout with accurate tracking and measurable results. Using heart rate data that is displayed on-screen throughout the workout, users will be able to capture the intensity of their workout, allowing them to optimize their performance and reach their fitness goals quicker. Additionally, users will now also be able to track both their workout and heart rate data on the new EA SPORTS Active 2 online* hub; allowing users to track their progress over time and stay motivated. Motion tracking data will provide complete freedom of motion for a deeper workout experience. EA SPORTS Active 2 will make working out simple, effective and will go with you wherever you are.

Price and Ratings

EA SPORTS Active is currently the number one rated interactive fitness program for the Wii on the market. EA SPORTS Active 2 is in development at EA Canada in Vancouver and is rated “E” by the ESRB, “0” by USK and “3” by PEGI, it has an MRSP of €99, £79, $99.95 USD and $149 AUD

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Need for Speed Hot Pursuit Limited Edition Details

Criterion Games today announced a Limited Edition version of Need for Speed Hot Pursuit, this holiday’s hottest action racing game. Need for Speed Hot Pursuit is bringing the intensity of cops vs. racers to the connected generation. The Limited Edition features six of the world’s fastest cars that players can use to race and chase their friends, right out of the box. Available at participating retailers at the same price as the standard version, the Limited Edition packs added value for speed junkies, while supplies last.

The Need for Speed Hot Pursuit Limited Edition delivers six exotic cars; Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione, Ford Shelby GT500, Audi TT RS Coupé, Chevrolet Camaro SS, Porsche Cayman S and Dodge Challenger SRT8. The Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione and Ford Shelby GT500 are only available in the Limited Edition – and will not be available at any other time. For those players who miss the opportunity to pick up the Limited Edition, the Audi TT RS Coupé, Chevrolet Camaro SS, Porsche Cayman S and Dodge Challenger SRT8 can be unlocked by leveling up in the game.

These high-powered racing machines give players a day-one advantage when they compete – and beat – their friends on the open road. Whether playing in real-time live multiplayer or challenging and comparing races with friends offline, Limited Edition owners have an edge over their friends – an especially important benefit since the game is all about the connected social experience. At the heart of Need for Speed Hot Pursuit is a groundbreaking network called Autolog that tracks cop and racer performances and uses those statistics to generate fierce competition between friends by dynamically changing the way they play the game. By having the fastest cars on the road, players can challenge their friends, destroy their times and bask in the glory of their humiliation.

Need for Speed Hot Pursuit recently won the prestigious ‘Best Racing Game’ award at the Electronic Entertainment Expo from the Game Critics Awards. Need for Speed Hot Pursuit Need for Speed Hot Pursuit will be available on Nov. 16, 2010 in North America and on Nov. 18 and 19, 2010 in UK/Europe on the Xbox 360, PlayStation 3 and PC. Need for Speed Hot Pursuit will also be available on the Wii and is being developed by Exient.

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Tony Hawk Wants to Get Kids off the Couch

Activision has confirmed today the latest installment in its esteemed Tony Hawk video game franchise: Tony Hawk: SHRED.

An all-new Tony Hawk experience created for a younger audience, SHRED allows players to go big and feel the exhilaration of supersized skate and snowboarding using the game’s innovative, motion-sensing board controller right at their feet.  This the first time a Hawk game core target is not the hard extreme sports fan in their teens and 20s.

Featuring an arcade style look and feel, where the bigger the feat the better the fun, SHRED is packed to the brim with larger-than-life moments and a veritable assortment of jaw-dropping tricks - enticing kids to get off the couch and into the action.

Whether riding on cement or snow, Tony Hawk: SHRED has it covered. In addition to skateboarding, aspiring snowboarders can jump on SHRED’s amazing board controller and go crazy i shredding down the steep mountain peaks of Whistler, the French Alps and Beijing, China as they launch off huge kickers and pull off crazy spins, flips and grabs.

“Tony Hawk: SHRED is all about experiencing over-the-top, almost unbelievable GO BIG moments throughout the game - the kind of tricks and stunts that we can only hope to achieve as our sports continue to evolve,” said Tony Hawk. “I’m also excited about including snowboarding in SHRED, because when we originally came up with the board motion-controller, we didn’t just have skateboarding in mind, and it’s nice to finally see that idea coming to fruition.”

Price, Rating and Availability

Tony Hawk: SHRED is in parallel development by two different studios: Robomodo for the Xbox 360 and PlayStation3; and by Buzz Monkey for Wii. The game is rated “E” (Everyone - content that may be suitable for ages six and older) by the ESRB, and will be available this holiday. The pricing has not been disclosed at this time.

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EA’s Slate of Titles at Gamescom 2010 in Cologne

Electronic Arts today announced plans for gamescom 2010 in Cologne. EA will showcase a powerful slate of titles representing a selection of leading franchises across the company’s Games, Sports and Play Labels.

“Gamescom has grown to become the largest show for interactive entertainment, and offers a unique chance for us to engage directly with consumers, retailers and media at one event,” said Jens Uwe Intat, Senior Vice President and General Manager for EA Publishing in Europe. “Our line up demonstrates the intense focus we have on building quality games with deep innovation for our consumers, and it’s great to see the industry coming together to create such a milestone event in Europe”.

Five EA and EA Partner titles at gamescom have already received early recognition for their outstanding quality. The gamescom 2010 award nominations were announced today and include:

FIFA 11 – Best Console
Star Wars: The Old Republic – Best Online and Best of gamescom
Crysis 2 – Best PC, Best of gamescom
The Sims 3 console – Best Mobile title (NDS)
Rock Band 3 instruments – Best Hardware

EA at Gamescom 2010

Tuesday, August 17^th, 4:00pm
EA Press Briefing: The Palladium, Schanzenstraße 36, Gebäude 197, 51063 Cologne
A live stream of the press conference will be available at http://live-event.ea.com/gamescom/live/

August 18^th-22^nd
EA Booth: Hall 6.1 (A074)
Games on show: Crysis 2, Darkspore, Dragon Age 2, FIFA 11, FIFA Manager 11, Medal of Honor, Need For Speed Hot Pursuit, Rock Band 3, The Sims 3 on console, Star Wars: The Old Republic. For iPod: The Sims 3, The Sims 3 World Adventures, EA SPORTS FIFA 10, 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa, and for iPad: Need For Speed Shift, Command & Conquer Red Alert, SCRABBLE, Mirror’s Edge, Tetris.

Technorati Tags: Crysis 2, Europe, FIFA, Gamescom 2010, Medal of Honor, Rock Band, Sims 3, Star Wars

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