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[GarthVaderUK]

Wait wait wait.. Toy Soldiers Cold War? OMFG I'm all over Toy Soldiers, one of my fav XBLA games

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VtLYgugsAhA

 

[Kafel]

Wait wait wait.. Toy Soldiers Cold War? OMFG I'm all over Toy Soldiers, one of my fav XBLA games

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cg433JWg72Y

edit : beaten

 

[Zoibie]

Sesame Street: Once Upon a Monster will likely be there, as well as Ubisoft's PowerUp Heroes. Also Gamestop recently listed 4 Majesco games in the Kinect section which have since been taken down:

Monsters: Mass Destruction, out September 1st
Left Brain Right Brain, out October 3rd
Harley Pasternak’s Hollywood Trainer, out September 1st
Over the Top Wrestling, out October 3rd

GameBasement list MotionSports - Adrenaline, a sequel to Ubisoft's Kinect launch titles MotionSports.

So much shovelware...

Except Sesame Street.

 

[Uno Venova]

What leak??? its only rumors at the moment.

I suppose, I guess we will see for sure at E3 then.

 

[S1kkZ]

what about draco and the suda 51 kinect game? is there a chance we will see them at e3?

 

[Verendus]

I'll wait for some of these rumours to be wrong, because that looks like a crap show.

 

[Plinko]

If this is their conference the gaming "journalists" are going to turn on Microsoft just like they did Nintendo when the Wii was announced with waggle, right?

 

[StealthGoblin]

If this is their conference the gaming "journalists" are going to turn on Microsoft just like they did Nintendo when the Wii was announced with waggle, right?

No. Because they'd probably be bribed again with something else free.

 

[SykoTech]

Rumor threads usually hype me up, but that sure isn't happening here.

I hope Draco is shown though, and is awesome. Definitely one to look out for.

 

[Retrofluxed]

Christ, Kinect this and Kinect that. What's a 360 slim getting for trade-in these days?

 

[REMEMBER CITADEL]

If this is their conference the gaming "journalists" are going to turn on Microsoft just like they did Nintendo when the Wii was announced with waggle, right?

Since a hell of a lot of these Kinect games are also supposed to be core titles (yes, those are not mutually exclusive), I don't see why that would be the case.

 

[bobbytkc]

luckily I am a multi console owner. even the rumor list is boring.... goodness

 

[Wazzim]

Exited about the conference, especially interested in Forza 4's featers.

 

[funkystudent]

No. Because they'd probably be bribed again with something else free.

will be cool to see if they give all the press free stuff again. They probably cant give away xbox's again. they did that last year. Gotta give something newer and bigger.

I half expect everyone at the forza 4 event to get new cars or something.


well back on topic. I got nothing wrong with loads of Kinect titles.

thats there new hotness. MGS pushing Kinect and let the 3rd parties bring the Core games seems like what will happen.

 

[derFeef]

Thanks Nirolak, fantastic summary. *hugs favo Moderator*

 

[Plinko]

Since a hell of a lot of these Kinect games are also supposed to be core titles (yes, those are not mutually exclusive), I don't see why that would be the case.

There were also a ton of "core" titles for the Wii that got dumped on by the gaming journalism industry.

I was just making light of the fact that they seem to believe that Motion-control and Core are mutually exclusive (for what reason I have no clue).

Should be an interesting E3 no matter what. As a Kinect owner I've been wanting some new games for a while now. I'll take Kinect Sports 2, please.

 

[Sho_Nuff82]

If this is their conference the gaming "journalists" are going to turn on Microsoft just like they did Nintendo when the Wii was announced with waggle, right?

MS will spend half the conference demoing MW3, Skyrim, BF3, ME3, Assassins Creed, Gears, and Forza 4, so no, there will be no mainstream backlash. All of the most popular core games are still coming to the 360 on top of the Kinect stuff.

 

[BlackNMild2k1]

I would make them, but unfortunately, I know very few rumors for either Sony or Nintendo.

I don't have anything for Sony but I do have a list for all the Nintendo rumors I could find starting back in Sept. of last year.
Rumor Consolidation 2011
you of course have to sort through what you think fits your list and what doesn't though.


and I don't know if this fits with your list, but there was a rumor that MS was using Fusion tech in the next Xbox due in 2012.
http://www.kitguru.net/software/gaming/jules/microsoft-chooses-amd-fusion-ii-for-xbox-720/

 

[Nirolak]

I think I managed to get all the updates in.

Sorry for the delay, wanted to find links for all of them.

Thanks Nirolak, fantastic summary. *hugs favo Moderator*

Thank you!

I don't have anything for Sony but I do have a list for all the Nintendo rumors I could find starting back in Sept. of last year.
Rumor Consolidation 2011
you of course have to sort through what you think fits your list and what doesn't though.


and I don't know if this fits with your list, but there was a rumor that MS was using Fusion tech in the next Xbox due in 2012.
http://www.kitguru.net/software/gaming/jules/microsoft-chooses-amd-fusion-ii-for-xbox-720/

That's a pretty solid and well sourced list. I'd offer to do the thread, but I can barely keep this one up to date.

If someone else wants to go for it though, that would be awesome.

 

[REMEMBER CITADEL]

will be cool to see if they give all the press free stuff again. They probably cant give away xbox's again. they did that last year. Gotta give something newer and bigger.

I'm sure they have plenty of WP7 phones lying somewhere.

There were also a ton of "core" titles for the Wii that got dumped on by the gaming journalism industry.

I think your memory doesn't serve you well, core Wii titles were mostly well received by gaming journalists, it's the Wii's audience that didn't care as much and let a lot of them become commercial failures.

Yes, Nirolak, that's a good job.

 

[Lingitiz]

Crimson Aliiance has to be a new crimson skies right? Tons of Kinect stuff in here, not sure how I feel about it though until I see it.

 

[BlackNMild2k1]

I should also mention that the Xbox 720 in 2012 rumor is sorta backed up by the AMD guy on these forums that mentioned their timeline and moving up their schedule for some Fusion processor to go in a console that was supposed to start manufacturing at the end of 2012.

Definitely not an E3 2011 rumor, but still interesting.

 

[derFeef]

what about draco and the suda 51 kinect game? is there a chance we will see them at e3?

Would love to see them, all TGS games are interesting. Man, either they show a clip with all the new games or they have to have a longer conference. So much small games.

Personally excited about
Alan Wake: Night Springs
Gears 3
Forza 4
Kingdoms
Surprises (hopefully)

 

[BY2K]

Sesame Street? Really?!

 

[Nirolak]

Would love to see them, all TGS games are interesting. Man, either they show a clip with all the new games or they have to have a longer conference. So much small games.

Personally excited about
Alan Wake: Night Springs
Gears 3
Forza 4
Kingdoms
Surprises (hopefully)

Yeah, I'm expecting Microsoft will focus on whatever they feel the biggest titles are, and then montage everything else (Kinect-wise).

 

[TheOddOne]

I should also mention that the Xbox 720 in 2012 rumor is sorta backed up by the AMD guy on these forums that mentioned their timeline and moving up their schedule for some Fusion processor to go in a console that was supposed to start manufacturing at the end of 2012.

Definitely not an E3 2011 rumor, but still interesting.

Latest job listings show that something is indeed coming.

Software Development Engineer (here and here):

We are small “startup” team helping to define, shape, and build the next generation of gaming and entertainment for Microsoft. Our team embraces the challenge of charting new courses, experimenting with new ideas, and pioneering new experiences that redefine entertainment in the living room to enrich the lives of our users. In building these experiences we will be leading the charge for MGS into new territories, but we will also be working with other teams across IEB to help define the overall ecosystem for next-generation entertainment from Microsoft. Ultimately this work will culminate with the building (and shipping) of new titles that showcase these new experiences. We ship what we innovate.

Also listings have popped up for IEB studios (which as seperate to MGS and other internal studios):

IEB Studios is looking for a seasoned Principal Development Manager to build a world class software development team to prototype gaming experiences that uniquely leverage the technical assets - hardware, software, and service platforms - of Microsoft’s Interactive Entertainment Business (IEB). This role will build the team that prototypes and incubates our technical strategy, validates the product roadmap, and produces content that seeds the 1st and 3rd party ecosystems with tools and technology to get a head start on future content experiences. The ideal candidate for this role will be equal parts team builder and individual contributor.

 

[Rad-]

Could be just a mistake but:

ESRB Game Ratings

The Witcher 2: Assassins of Kings
Atari
Mature
Blood and Gore, Intense Violence, Nudity, Strong Language, Strong Sexual Content, Use of Drugs
Windows PC, Xbox 360

http://www.esrb.org/ratings/search.jsp?title=The%A0Witcher

 

[S1kkZ]

Yeah, I'm expecting Microsoft will focus on whatever they feel the biggest titles are, and then montage everything else.

didnt they show most montages only online? the xbla montages werent shown during the last 2 press conferences.

 

[Nirolak]

Sesame Street? Really?!

Yes, by Double Fine.

didnt they show most montages only online? the xbla montages werent shown during the last 2 press conferences.

You are correct.

I should say, more specifically, a montage of Kinect titles.

They could skip that too though, since you're right, I think they lacked one even for exclusive Kinect titles last year.

 

[BenjaminBirdie]

Sesame Street? Really?!

It's Double Fine. I'm getting it.

 

[InaudibleWhispa]

Would love to see them, all TGS games are interesting. Man, either they show a clip with all the new games or they have to have a longer conference. So much small games.

Shovelware from the likes of Ubisoft and Majesco likely won't feature in Microsoft's conference aside from beefing up software numbers.

Sesame Street? Really?!

Double Fine!

 

[Criminal Upper]

Seeing waaaay too much "Kinect" in that list.

Depressed now.

 

[alphaNoid]

Hey guys, thanks for the TS Cold War vid.. I was completely in the dark. This is a day one purchase.

 

[REMEMBER CITADEL]

I should also mention that the Xbox 720 in 2012 rumor is sorta backed up by the AMD guy on these forums that mentioned their timeline and moving up their schedule for some Fusion processor to go in a console that was supposed to start manufacturing at the end of 2012.

Definitely not an E3 2011 rumor, but still interesting.

Very unlikely. I presume we might see something like what we had last gen: at GDC 2012 they'll introduce a new set of tools that's supposed to make next generation development easier and show off some tech demos without mentioning any specific plans for the next console (happened with XNA before that became the name for their enthusiast developer package). Then they'll talk about it some more at E3, show more demos and possibly officially announce the next console. Finally, we'll get the full reveal at E3 2013 with the launch scheduled for late 2013 or early 2014.

 

[B_Rik_Schitthaus]

Not looking to hot right now, hope that means we get some big surprises rather then this is really all we get.

 

[Father_Brain]

If Kinect had bombed, I might have agreed that it'd make sense for MS to target a Q4 2012/H1 2013 launch for their next console, but as it stands, they have the most to gain from sticking with 360 until Q4 2013 or later. Unless Sony goes with an earlier timeframe, that is, but there don't seem to be any rumors pointing to that at the moment.

 

[Skiesofwonder]

I'm personally really excited for all the Kinect-support. The early part of 2011 made me believe that Kinect might be the new motion+ or Wii Balance Board with little support going froward but Microsoft seems to be making sure that doesn't happen beginning with this E3 and I applaud them for it! Maybe it's not your cup of tea but I suggest at least waiting to see what TYPE of support this thing gets before we decide it's all gloom and doom.

I believe people are going to be pleasantly surprised at not only the quality of the casual portion, but also the quantity AND quality of the Hardcore titles coming for this device. Besides, the tech has a ton of potential and I sure as hell didn't pay $150 JUST for Dance Central and Kinect Sports. Kinect needs more titles.

 

[Slayer-33]

Forza 4 specifically or both Forza 4 and Forza World?

4, the forza world stuff will be a bonus but we'll see what that is about.


FM4 should be unbelievable.

 

[Hey You]

I'm hoping we see some stuff from Undead Labs this year.

 

[Onion_Relish]

Seeing waaaay too much "Kinect" in that list.

Depressed now.

At least Kinect will have some games now?

It's worth pointing out that some of the games in there COULD be huge "hardcore" titles. But as someone already mentioned, MW3 Map Pack exclusivity is MS' trump card at this point in time. Undoubtedly they already figure that they have the "hardcore" and those dudelybros are playing black ops and are not particularly interested in anything other than MW3, BF3, The next halo, or some other stabban/shootan.

 

[alphaNoid]

I'm personally really excited for all the Kinect-support. The early part of 2011 made me believe that Kinect might be the new motion+ or Wii Balance Board with little support going froward but Microsoft seems to be making sure that doesn't happen beginning with this E3 and I applaud them for it! Maybe it's not your cup of tea but I suggest at least waiting to see what TYPE of suport this thing gets before we decide it's all gloom and doom. I think people are going to pleasantly surprised at not only the quality of the casual portion, but also the quantity AND quality of the Hardcore titles coming for this device.

Besides, the tech has a ton of potential and I sure as hell didn't pay $150 JUST for Dance Central and Kinect Sports. Kinect needs more titles.

Same, its the tech behind Kinect that has me most excited. Lost of people at GAF don't want anything to do with motion waggle, but at the same time most of us are really tech geeks deep down. So long as MS can give us some 2.0 core motion goodness I dont see why a tech geek wouldn't be interested in full body motion technology being further developed.

I wont be buying 1 piece of shovelware (that will inevitably come out), but I am hopeful for some good Kinect software. Star Wars Kinect mainly, dat force powers.

Lots of people complained that Kinect had no games, or the games were for casuals. Now the horizon shows a laundry list of new Kinect 2.0 software aimed at the core and the goal posts keep on movin'.

 

[REMEMBER CITADEL]

I'm hoping we see some stuff from Undead Labs this year.

They did post a short video last month, but it might be too early for an E3 reveal. Hopefully not.

 

[Tylahedras]

Yeaaaaaaaaah that's a lot of Kinect, not much interest for me in there. I am curious about Codename Kingdoms though, I like Crytek.

 

[Raide]

I'm hoping we see some stuff from Undead Labs this year.

I hope so. Need more info on Class3.

 

[V_Ben]

Wow, that's a load of Kinect titles. That's impressive.

 

[FrankT]

I hope so. Need more info on Class3.

Yes that would be nice.

 

[opticalmace]

More Kinect than I expected. 3D is interesting though.

 

[Raide]

More Kinect than I expected. 3D is interesting though.

Kinect +3D = World Asplode.

 

[ymmv]

Wow, that's a load of Kinect titles. That's impressive.

Or depressive if you're not at all interested in Kinect.

 

[LQX]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VtLYgugsAhA

Nice. First I hearing of this. Toy Soldiers is amazing but it being 1200 points and looking kind of dingy I think keeps many away.