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  Donkey Kong - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
This game was first released in the arcades, but was ported to home video game consoles and home computers.
The game was also sold as a portable LCD game (1982) by Nintendo in two versions: Donkey Kong and Donkey Kong II.
In 1994, Nintendo produced a remake of the original game for the Game Boy (often dubbed "Donkey Kong '94" to distinguish it from the original) which contained 96 new stages (most which were puzzle-oriented) in addition to the original four from the Arcade game.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Donkey_Kong   (2404 words)

  
 UGO.com Games - The History of EA Sports Madden, a feature story on the series of NFL games
Though the challenge of putting 11-player teams into the game sent EA back to the drawing board for another two years, it was precisely what would serve to set all Madden games apart from the rest.
Using the Nintendo 64 platform, EA SPORTS designers were able to introduce polygons into the game which brought a more lifelike, 3-D look to the players on the field and gave it a true taste of reality, such as players going from light to dark depending on the weather and time of games.
The NFL players, some of who have served as consultants for the game, are acutely aware of the intricate details in the game and keep a sharp eye out for any flaws.
www.ugo.com /channels/games/features/maddennfl_2003   (3831 words)

  
 List of video game franchises - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
This is a list of video game franchises organised alphabetically by name.
This consists of long running series as well as characters that have been portrayed in many games.
See list of computer and video games for related lists.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Video_game_franchise   (128 words)

  
 No more child's play / As gamers grow up, top-selling titles sport aging pitchmen   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-05)
Thanks in part to a steady stream of fatherly celebrity pitchmen, the video game stereotype of a pimply kid with a handful of quarters in his pocket has become obsolete.
As video game companies start targeting older demographics, they're finding that some of their biggest supporters have entered middle age.
His skateboarding franchise is the best-selling extreme-sports video game, even though Hawk retired from competition three years ago.
www.sfgate.com /cgi-bin/article.cgi?file=/chronicle/archive/2003/08/17/PK298964.DTL&type=printable   (1234 words)

  
 HomeMediaRetailing - A Better Way To Do Business
The video game publisher, which was formerly called Universal Interactive Studios, is developing new game franchises based on The Fast and the Furious, The Thing, Jurassic Park, The Hulk, The Scorpion King, The Mummy Returns and "The Lord of the Rings" literary works by J.R.R. Tolkien.
A Game Boy Advance “Hulk” title based on the comic is expected to ship as early as 2002 and a GBA "Hulk" title based on the movie is expected to ship in conjunction with the film’s release.
In addition to exploring the base and killing the aliens, the single-player game brings the film’s psychological elements into play, as both fear and trust of other characters, who may or may not be infected by The Thing, impacts the game.
www.videostoremag.com /news/html/breaking_article.cfm?sec_id=2&article_ID=1867   (1169 words)

  
 NBA Secures New Video Games Agreements With Several Video Game Creators - GameDev.Net Discussion Forums
NBA video games will be available to fans in more than 100 countries and on more platforms than ever before, maximizing the reach of NBA video games around the world.
Take-Two, the NBA's newest video game licensee, will publish the NBA 2K franchise through its 2K Sports publishing label and develop the games through its Visual Concepts studio, the highly acclaimed developer of the series since 1999.
The game is expected to be available every other year on all leading video game platforms.
www.gamedev.net /community/forums/topic.asp?topic_id=308851   (792 words)

  
 Zelda - Info, Tricks, Cheats, Walkthroughs, & Links   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-05)
These were, according to the game, left behind by three goddessess of power, wisdom, and courage after their creation of the world.
The game was wildly popular in Japan and America, and many consider it one of the most important videogames ever made.
The second, also known as Zelda II, was a departure from the concept of the first game as it exchanged the top-down view for a side-scrolling one and introduced RPG elements not found in other installments of the series.
www.kurdistanline.com /Zelda.html   (1370 words)

  
 CNN.com - Third-time charms: Sequels enliven 'Thief,' 'Onimusha' - May 21, 2004
Video game sequels often improve upon their predecessors.
Game developers collect feedback from critics and players, incorporating the changes into the next title in the series.
For example, seeing the game out of Garrett's eyes is fine for creeping into a hallway and shooting arrows at an enemy, but seeing him on the screen may be a better choice for when he needs to analyze his surroundings.
www.cnn.com /2004/TECH/fun.games/05/20/review.sequels   (566 words)

  
 Franchise Opportunities, Franchise Businesses for Sale- Franchise Solutions
Franchises represent a way to invest in today’s growth industries.
Technology Franchises : franchises are a great way to sell today’s high-tech products and services, including telecom and software.
Franchise Resource Center : Guides the franchise selection process and provides aspiring franchise owners with services such as franchise success stories and expert franchise advice, to start and manage a successful franchise.
www.FranchiseSolutions.com   (231 words)

  
 Video Franchise Results   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-05)
This low cost new wedding video franchise opportunity provided by A Day To Cherish Wedding Videos is a...
Franchise Opportunities provides a comprehensive franchise directory and franchise information database for the entrpreneur and business professional.
video franchise website that provides detailed information on video franchise and all types of video franchise resources.
www.franchiser-net.com /directory/video-franchise.html   (626 words)

  
 NBA.com: NBA Inks Deal with Video Game Companies
NBA video games will be available to fans in more than 100 countries and on more platforms than ever before, maximizing the reach of NBA video games around the world.
EA NBA video games will be available on all leading video game and handheld platforms.
The game is expected to be available every other year on all leading video game platforms.
www.nba.com /news/videogames_050322.html   (840 words)

  
 Video Game Rental
Compare video game rental clubs for your Playstation, Xbox, Gamecube, and Gameboy Advance.
Video game rentals for PlayStation 2, Xbox, GBA and Nintendo DS.
Play hundreds of video games in their original formats, on your broadband-enabled PC.
funnyjunk.co.uk /video-game-rental.html?isRelated=1&...   (419 words)

  
 Xbox.com :: Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3: Behind the Game   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-05)
Then, there’s a third that is even better than the first two and a fourth that makes the previous versions look like kindergarten artwork.
While still the same game in a lot of ways, Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 2x was significantly improved over its sibling.
Once more, the residents of console land are blessed with a library of great games within one tried-and-true franchise.
www.xbox.com /en-US/tonyhawk3/behindthegame   (655 words)

  
 Recent video game releases
You'd think that with one of the world's best-known video game franchises on the line, Eidos wouldn't want to release this game until it was exactly right.
At a recent convention, I played dozens of demos for games not slated for release until a year from now that were less buggy.
And once you die, expect the game to crash, forcing you to hear her screams repeat endlessly.
www.freep.com /entertainment/videogames/gmini6_20030706.htm   (1059 words)

  
 Video Game Rental   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-05)
Free video game cam allows you broad cast your game to the world or watch others play.
Play computer games free - register now and choose from an unlimited variety of free video games.
Find the video game book you're looking for at Overstock Auctions - browse by specific categories, view the current bid and make your offer.
cabconcessions.com /video-game-rental.html?isRelated=1&...   (751 words)

  
 Battle.net - Welcome to the Battle.net Web Site!   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-05)
This site is designed to aid you in your conquests over the Battle.net gaming service as well as to provide news and forums related to Blizzard games.
This revision addresses a few well-known bugs that were used to perform in-game exploits, corrects display issues with the Korean Font and makes adjustments to the Player's in-game minimap.
Games will be hosted by a host that is mutually agreed upon by both participants.
www.battle.net   (2277 words)

  
 Video Game Info
The targeting system in the game is clunky, and it's sometimes difficult to lock on to anything, let alone switch between targets.
The website, located at www.erlam.org, provides information in multimedia formats about the motion picture rating system; the computer and video game rating system; the music labeling system; and the entertainment ratings and labeling policies of motion picture theatres, video stores, computer and video game retailers, and music retailers.
The public service announcement, which will run on in-store monitors in approximately 5,000 video stores, reminds parents that the movie and video game ratings systems and music labeling systems exist to help them guide their children�s entertainment consumption.
gamersstrategy.blogspot.com   (776 words)

  
 List of game topics - One Language   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-05)
This is so that those interested in the subject can monitor changes to the pages by clicking on Related Changes in the sidebar and on the bottom of the page.
This list is not necessarily complete or up to date -- if you see an article that should be here but isn't (or one that shouldn't be here but is), please update the page accordingly.
See game basic topics for a pared-down list.
www.onelang.com /encyclopedia/index.php/List_of_game_topics   (697 words)

  
 Industry CEOs say a price cut in Q4 on the PlayStation 2 and Xbox is key to strong performance of the overall video ...
IDG Entertainment, a game industry powerhouse that includes GamePro magazine, which works closely with retail analyst firm NPD Data Group and industry analyst firm IDC, interviewed more than 50 publishers, developers, retailers, market analysts and investment bankers for the company's 2004 Industry White Paper on the current state and future outlook for video games.
Game industry executives interviewed repeatedly commented that lower pricing for consumers on either or both of the two popular platforms, held firm in 2003, would do much to stimulate the market, jump starting sales of hardware, accessories and software for the year.
Interest in direct distribution of games to the casual gamer is hot.
www.gameinfowire.com /news.asp?nid=4912   (809 words)

  
 Video Game Buyer's Guide 2001 - Nintendo GameCube
Nintendo's plan for an on-line gaming network for GC remains a mystery at this point, as the company is focusing on the launch of the system right now.
Developers are happy because not only do they have more freedom in creating games - thanks to the greater storage capacity and versatility allowed by ROM discs - but also game sound effects, dialog, and music can be greatly enhanced over the limited cartridge.
game, but this time completely overhauled for the next generation hardware (early in-game videos are nothing short of stunning), as well as GC ports of
www.thedigitalbits.com /articles/videogame/gamecube.html   (716 words)

  
 Franchise News - Vivendi Universal Games and McDonald's(R) Partner to Offer Handheld Video Games Based on the Popular ...   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-05)
LOS ANGELES, MAY 9, 2005 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- Vivendi Universal Games (VU Games) today announced that it is partnering with McDonald's(R) to offer electronic handheld video games based on the popular Crash(TM) and Spyro(TM) video games franchises' in Happy Meals and Mighty Kids Meals worldwide.
The McDonald's handheld games are based on VU Games' popular Crash and Spyro video game franchises including Crash Twinsanity(TM) and Spyro A Hero's Tail both available in stores now for PlayStation 2 computer entertainment system and Xbox video game system from Microsoft.
Also, this fall the popular Spyro video game franchise will expand to include Spyro Shadow Legacy on Nintendo DS(TM) where for the first time ever the franchise will incorporate popular role playing game elements and introduce magic into the adventure.
www.mysitespace.com /franchise_opportunities/franchisenews.asp?ID=342   (668 words)

  
 Video Franchises | www.franchisetip.com information   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-05)
Educate local video franchises and press for chain-wide policies to clearly label video tapes and DVDs that include smoking or other tobacco promotions.
It might be useful to note in future studies if the ‘recyclability’ of video game franchises alters the nature of children’s crazes.
The products of shady companies who want to capitalize on the popularity of existing video game franchises, and usually don't believe enough in themselves or their own ideas to create an original...
www.franchisetip.com /k/videofranchises   (779 words)

  
 Shacknews - It gets you chicks   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-05)
A demo of this game was released the other day.
Lionhead's strategy game sequel is due in the third quarter of the year.
The modder states that he added nothing to the game when releasing the mod and that all the content was there by Rockstar - "If Rockstar Games denies that, then they're lying, and I will be able to prove that," said Wildenborg, a mod author, in an e-mail to The Associated Press.
www.shacknews.com   (1740 words)

  
 Video Game Store Franchise   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-05)
At Last, You will be given the step-by-step instructions on how to make thousands of dollars each month from your home computer in only a few hours a day.
Computer And Video Games The World's oldest games magazine and liveliest games site.
Featured "A-List" game (all the games in our store are inspired by...
www.newfranchise.info /newfranchise/video-game-store-franchise.html   (262 words)

  
 Photo & Video Franchises for Sale : Buy Photo & Video Franchise Business, Franchise Business Re-sale
Disclaimer: Franchises for sale and franchise opportunity ads on this web site are neither offerings nor recommendations by Business Nation.
These franchise for sale listings were submitted by corresponding business owners, brokers or realtors and accuracy of the information has not been verified by us.
Please use the email link on each franchise opportunity ad to contact the seller online to obtain the franchise details, pricing and the terms of sale.
businessnation.com /Businesses_for_Sale/Franchises_for_Sale/Photo-Video   (519 words)

  
 GamesIndustry.biz - Namco Hometek Inc. To Develop Video Game Inspired By Universal Pictures' Upcoming Animated Feature ...   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-05)
Based in Santa Clara, CA, Namco Hometek Inc. is an award-winning video games publisher for next generation game consoles.
Games Press is the leading online resource for games journalists.
Registration for the site and the Games Press email digest is available, to the trade only, at www.gamespress.com.
www.gamesindustry.biz /news.php?aid=8664   (1273 words)

  
 Ensemble Studios
At an MSRP of $29.99, the Gold Edition is a double-pack that includes both the original game and the Age of Mythology: The Titans expansion.
The Global Gaming League is building the next generation sports entertainment brand through competitive video gaming.
The GGL is an unbiased governing body that stages high-quality video gaming competitions online through its proprietary website and live throughout the country as well as manages and promotes elite players.
www.ensemblestudios.com   (603 words)

  
 arcade etc. - Video Game Publishers and Developers
Konami Corporation is a leading developer, publisher and manufacturer of electronic entertainment properties, specializing in the home video game market.
Metro3D is the ultimate multi-platform game developer and publisher of original and "classic" action, strategy and role-playing interactive entertainment software.
Microsoft Game Studios is a leading worldwide publisher and developer of games for the PC, Xbox video game system and online platforms.
members.shaw.ca /altmusic/publishers.html   (836 words)

  
 Video Game News   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-05)
As a result, gamers will be able to play their games the way they
a significant advantage in the video game arena."
a sports video game that is unmatched in the industry."
www.videogamenews.com /pr/31423.html   (626 words)

  
 XboxGamers   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-05)
One of the most popular video game franchises ever created goes online as THQ Inc. releases "Tetris Worlds Live" exclusively for the Xbox video game system from Microsoft.
One of the most popular video game franchises ever created goes online as THQ(R) Inc. releases "Tetris Worlds Live(TM)" exclusively for the Xbox(TM) video game system from Microsoft(R).
Players will be able to test their skills in the classic version of Tetris, or the latest cutting-edge variations of the game, including Hot-Line Tetris, Fusion Tetris and Cascade Tetris.
www.vincertech.com /igaming/index.php?do=viewarticle&id=519   (230 words)

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