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PS VITA Tech Specs
Originally posted by Sharon at GamerFitNation.com
PLAYSTATION®VITA (PS VITA) Technical Specifications direct from Sony.
OVERVIEW:
PlayStation®Vita (PS Vita) from Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. (SCE) offers an unparalleledcombination of rich gaming and social connectivity within a real world context, made possible by leveragingSCE’s experience from its acclaimed console and handheld entertainment systems.
Blurring the linesbetween interactive entertainment and reality, PS Vita enables revolutionary gaming experiences with dualanalog sticks, front and rear cameras, front multi-touch display, multi-touch rear pad, GPS, six-axis motionsensors, and three-axis electronic compass. This next generation portable entertainment system enables a revolutionary combination of rich gaming and social connectivity within a real world context.
Among the titles in development for PS Vita are offeringsfrom some of the biggest franchises as well as a myriad of original titles.
KEY FEATURES:
- Multi-touch 5-inch organic light emitting diode (OLED) front display
- Multi-touch pad on the rear of the device• Dual analog sticks
- Front and rear facing cameras
- A new game medium, a small flash memory based card, dedicated for PS Vita software titles
- Six-axis motion sensing system (three-axis gyroscope, three-axis accelerometer), Three-axiselectronic compass.
- Wi-Fi and 3G network connectivity
- PlayStation®Network access, including “LiveArea™” (a space for sharing with others), “near” (letsusers identify what friends in the vicinity are or were recently playing), “Party” (enables users toenjoy voice chat or text chat not only during online gaming, but also when they are playing differentgames or using different applications such as the internet browser), and “Activity” (it logs the latestaccomplishments from people playing the same games)
- Full PlayStation® Trophy Support
- Able to play PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) titles, minis and video from PlayStation®Store
And what else is great? The price point. $249.99 for Wifi systems and $299.00 for Wifi and 3G enabled systems.
Wii U™ Tech Specs direct from Nintendo
Originally posted by Sharon at GamerFitNation.com
Wii U™ Tech Specs direct from Nintendo
- Launches: 2012
- Size: Approximately 1.8 inches tall, 6.8 inches wide and 10.5 inches long.
- New Controller: The new controller incorporates a 6.2-inch, 16:9 touch screen and traditional button controls, including two analog Circle Pads. This combination removes the traditional barriers between games, players and the TV by creating a second window into the video game world. The rechargeable controller includes a Power button, Home button, +Control Pad, A/B/X/Y buttons, L/R buttons and ZL/ZR buttons. It includes a built-in accelerometer and gyroscope, rumble feature, camera, a microphone, stereo speakers, a sensor strip and a stylus.
- Other Controls: Up to four Wii Remote™ (or Wii Remote Plus) controllers can be connected at once. The new console supports all Wii™ controllers and input devices, including the Nunchuk™ controller, Classic ControllerTM, Classic Controller ProTM and Wii Balance Board™.
- Media: A single self-loading media bay will play 12-centimeter proprietary high-density optical discs for the new console, as well as 12-centimeter Wii optical discs.
- Video Output: Supports 1080p, 1080i, 720p, 480p and 480i. Compatible cables include HDMI, component, S-video and composite.
- Audio Output: Uses AV Multi Out connector. Six-channel PCM linear output through HDMI.
- Storage: The console will have internal flash memory, as well as the option to expand its memory using either an SD memory card or an external USB hard disk drive.
- CPU: IBM Power®-based multi-core microprocessor.
- Other: Four USB 2.0 connector slots are included. The new console is backward compatible with Wii games and Wii accessories.
Electronic Arts E3 Press Conference: A Summary
Electronic Arts E3 Press Conference: A Summary
As we started into the Electronic Arts E3 Press Conference today there were a few things many of us were anxious to learn about. The anticipation, for me, centered around Battlefield Bad Company 3, Mass Effect 3, and SSX. As the conference began we soon discovered so much more in the works from EA.
The conference began with EA & BioWare’s Mass Effect 3 Presentation. Casey Husdson spoke of how Mass Effect was “designed to be a trilogy” and continued to say that “longtime fans of the franchise will see how all of their choices have lead to the breaking point.” “ This is ALL OUT GALACTIC WAR.” He said. In the demo Shepard attempts to destroy a reaper base. The game play was really compelling, high action, and included large scale action combat. Casey then showed new gameplay trailer “Fall of Earth”
Mass Effect 3 will see release on March 6 2012
EA then went on to discuss that should expect new games and new services over the next year.
Origin.com was announced as the new service for viewing and downloading exclusive EA content.
NFS The Run was presented by Jason DeLong. Like previous Need for Speed titles, The Run centers on a race across the country, From San Francisco to NYC. This year the Autolog feature is weaved into the story so that every second of every race counts towards your development. Unlike previous NFS titles a new component of the game takes you out of the car and put you on foot. NFS The Run will include foot chase gameplay. EA then presented a NFS Demo. The foot chase portions of the game, while they looked awesome, are still a large enough departure from NFS that it seemed less cohesive.
Star Wars Old Republic was discussed briefly by Greg of Bioware. No news for this title was released but EA did show a trailer. This trailer appeared to be included out of obligation and not because there was anything new to offer.
The SSX portion of the presentation started with Trailer. EA spoke of “reinventing the franchise” with an all new slogan: Own the Planet. SSX will be massively open world and will include “ridiculous amounts of content.” With a new trailer for Kiori, a beloved SSX character, EA promised that a NEW character would be announced on the Facebook fan page before end of e3. You can check out Kiori’s trailer at Origin.com
Head on over to GamerFitNation.com to see the rest of my summary and more great trailers.
Microsoft E3 2011 Press Conference: Impressions
The Microsoft Press Conference has been anticipated, predicted, and discussed at great length and today it happened. A lot of games and features were discussed at the E3 press conference so let’s break it down and have a look at the meat and potatoes of it.
What was looked at during the press conference?
- Modern Warfare 3:
- Tomb Raider
- Mass Effect 3
- Ghost Recon Future Soldier
- UFC Ultimate Champion
- Gears 3
- Ryse
- Halo Combat evolved HD
- Forza MotorSport 4
- Fable: The Journey
- MindCraft for Kinect
- Disneyland Adventures
- Star Wars Kinect
- Sesame Street Once upon a Monster
- Kinect Fun Labs
- Kinect Sports Season Two
- Dance Central 2
- “dawn of a new trilogy” = Halo 4
So there we have it, Kinect in core games was the ultimate focus of today’s Kinect Conference…erm, Microsoft Conference. With the inclusion of kinect’s motion controls now being included in more of the adult, historically core, gaming titles is the kinect about to become an xbox staple or is Microsoft trying to bridge the gap between casual, family, and ‘hardcore’ gamers? Whatever the case is the inclusion of Kinect in more titles means great things for gaming and health consumers who like games that get them up off the couch.
Highlights:
The Expected
We knew we would see news about Dance Central 2 and after today’s presentation we now know that Dance Central 2 will have two new features. Dance Central 2 will not only allow you to import all of your Dance Central Songs into the game but will also utilize multiplayer dance in game. Demonstrated at the Microsoft Press Conference to the Usher tune “Falling in love again”, the new multiplayer dance option is multiplying the possibility of fun.
Star Wars Kinect was on the radar of many going into this conference. Questions surrounding implementation and graphical style loomed before the conference and while on the conference floor our very own GamerFitNation staff was spotted blogging that “The graphics look really stunning”. Now call me a skeptic because not only was I not concerned with how it looked via stream but I also was slightly concerned for the frantic movements of the player. It did not strike me as a fun experience. Using Kinect motion control you can use the powers of the force, your lightsaber, and jump to vault over enemies.
Forza Motorsport 4 is a welcome and anticipated announcement. As a fan of the racing genre in general I find it all too exciting when I learn that Turn 10 Studios is going to such great lengths to simulate the driving experience. The inclusion of kinect means that gamers will now have an interactive moveabout the car, to inspect car specs, and that driving subtleties such has head tilt and voice command will make the experience all the more convincing.
The Unexpected
Of course you finished Halo 3 in legendary mode and now you know just where the newly announced Halo4 will pick up. That’s right, Master Chief is awake and making an appearance at E3 2011. Fans of the franchise were also pleased to learn more about Halo Combat Evolved Anniversary, which is going to include six multiplayer maps from the original Halo Combat Evolved plus a FireFight map and use of the reach engine to allow for matchmaking compatibility with classic modes.
THQ to bring Adidas miCoach to Consoles.
Dwight Howard takes us on the set of the recently announced Adidas miCoach for consoles.
Adidas miCoach is the highly regarded mobile coaching app/training program that is designed to turn your phone into a personal coach. miCoach uses GPS and real-time voice coaching in your ear to pace you through easy to understand workout zones as you run. Choose a training plan tuned for your sport to build speed and endurance.
According to a recent interview with ESPN.go.com, whose Jon Robinson talked with game producer David Sapienza, the game is being designed to “ help athletes perform better, whether that’s being faster or stronger.”
“What we’re building is the strength and flexibility aspect of the program. Athletes have already developed these specific programs, and now we’re bringing these exercises to the………GFN Spotlight
GFN Spotlight: JoggingBuddy.com
In our ongoing quest for a balanced lifestyle that includes gaming and health, it’s no surprise that gamers like to turn to technology, and specifically the internet, to aid us in that quest. From accessing information, to tracking our progress and success, to connecting with people worldwide, technology and the internet have given us more options than ever before.
The people at JoggingBuddy.com are bringing local runners together in new and exciting ways. Created by runners, for runners, the website aims to help members create lasting friendships and find motivation from running with other members on the website. How does it do that? JoggingBuddy is a global website with members in 71 countries and growing. Members can enjoy the camaraderie that only exist between runners who have faced and triumphed in common goals. Members come from all walks of life and all abilities, whether you’re a power walker, jogger, runner or a tri-athlete or experienced ultra marathoner, they can all be found at Joggingbuddy.com
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See you in September! Gears of War 3 Beta Wraps up.
It seems like it was only yesterday that we were fighting drones, capturing leaders, and lancing our way through the closest of enemies. Oh that’s right, it WAS yesterday. Today is a new day my friends and that means that the Gears of War 3 Beta is officially over.
Since early April the Gears of War 3 Beta has been tried and tested by fans from all over. At first you may have noticed that, unless you had purchased Bulletstorm, it was a little bit tricky to get your hands on one of the coveted Gears beta codes and many websites were running various giveaways and contests in order to best distribute them. By around May 4th players were encouraged to invite friends and by the last week, of this four week run of the beta, codes were being given away like candy; delicious, killing candy.
So began my brief encounter with the Beta. As I have discussed many times with friends, multiplayer aficionados, and Gears fans alike, I had no intention on joining the Gears beta. There were two reasons I had no intentions of getting into the action and I will share them with you too: 1. I plan to buy this game and 2. I am mainly a campaign player. But when friend and gamer DJ Spin offered me the chance to jump in just to ‘see’ what it was about curiosity got the better of me………….
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GFN Gives Back: Mike Cichowicz Winner of PS Move and Tomb Raider Trilogy
We say THANK YOU to Mike Cichowicz
You may recall, a little while ago, GamerFitNation launched the GFN Gives Backprogram in which we reward supporters of the site with great prizes. We are happy to announce that we were recently able to name our first winner!
Congratulations to Mike Cichowicz of Norwalk Connecticut who won A Sony Playstation Move and TombRaider Trilogy for the PS3. Mike was our 25th donator of $5.00 or more and for helping support the site, GamerFitNation wanted to give back.
“I’m so happy I got to win the move and tomb raider! Thanks GFN!”
What is the GFN Gives Back program?
To recognize the support of its fans, GamerFitNation is launching a new program to thank supporters of the site. The GamerFitNation Gives Back initiative will give donators an opportunity to win great prizes which will be related to gaming and health.
Read more about the program at GamerFitNation.com
Transformers: Dark of The Moon: The Ultimate Battle is Coming
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Transformers: Dark of The Moon
Transformers: Dark of The Moon, Michael Bay’s anticipated conclusion to the blockbuster series, hits theatres July 1st in the US and fans of the series will want to be sure to pick up the upcoming game of the same name. Published by Activision, Transformers: Dark of The Moon the game (herein referred to as DOTM) is a sequential prequel to the film and players are given the chance to to experience the epic battles on Earth that will shape the events of the upcoming blockbuster film.
Developers High Moon Studios and Behaviour Interactive have brought us a new gameplay mechanic called Stealth Force. Players will be able to instantly convert to a third, hybrid state that combines the weapons and firepower of Robot Mode with the agility and maneuverability of Vehicle Mode. The developers didn’t forget about multiplayer; fans can play the game with or against their friends through intense, online multiplayer game modes as iconic characters
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