Over on the New York Times there is mention of the new video-streaming app for the Wii called PlayOn. The PlayOn app for the Wii would work pretty much the same way it does for any other game system (PS3 / Xbox360). The cost of the app is $40 which allows you to stream Netflix, Amazon, Hulu, CBS, YouTube, CNN, ESPN and more on your TV. You can see all your digital photos, listen to your stored music, and watch videos stored on your PC through the same PlayOn Digital Media Server. Check out the PlayOn website because they do offer a 14 day trial before you purchase.
There are so many “Rock Band” Games coming out soon… The Beatles Rock Band is scheduled to release on September 9, 2009. You can pre-order your copy now and have it when it comes out.
The black Nintendo Wii looks as stylish as the Elite Xbox 360 in my opinion. I’ve never really been a Nintendo Wii person but, I must say that the look of this system is very sharp. It reminds me of the Chrome Wii I wrote about a while back ago… however I think the one I wrote about was just a cover you could get in multiple colors.
According to Kotaku It goes on sale August 1st in Japan and the prices for the goods are as follows: Wii system ($260), Wii remote ($40), Wii Nunchaku ($19) and Wii classic controller ($21).
The above video clip is just a snippet of what the game will be like however, just a bit back I mentioned the sneak peek of the new Wii Boxing game called Ready 2 Rumble Revolution which comes out March 2009. Well here is a bit more information on that same game….
Virtual heavyweights can fight from the backstreet gym all the way to the big Las Vegas showdown with vivid new visuals bringing the five spectacular ring environments to life. The arcade experience is made even better thanks to advanced Artificial Intelligence allowing more strategic fights.
· Intuitive Gameplay – Using the Nunchuk controller as one glove and the Wii Remote as the other, players dodge, weave and punch their opponents. The controller’s speaker and rumble device provide sensory feedback.
· 18 Wildly Caricatured Boxers – A new roster of caricatured boxers presents parodies of celebrities from the world of sports, music and movies. Highlights include the caricature of Michael Buffer, “The Voice of Champions™”, and his famous “Let’s Get Ready to Rumble®” trademark call. Each character is brought to life through hilarious over-the-top moves, improved facial animations and damage textures.
· Special Moves – Tons of outrageous special moves, combos and extreme knockdowns enhance the fighting experience while “Rumble“-Combos enable players to pull off moves from Kung Fu, Wrestling and other martial arts.
· Contains 8 Modes of Play – Arcade, Quick Fight, Team Fight, Tournament, Championship, Mini Game, Tutorial and Create a Boxer modes
· Championship Mode – The all new championship mode allows players to create their own boxer and nurture his skills through mini-games developing him as a fighter.
· Single-Player AI – R2R Revolution can be played multi-player or single-player. In single player mode, AI allows for more strategy-oriented fighting experience and adds to replay value
For those who pre-order the game via Amazon or GameStop you’ll receive $10 off the purchase price!
Be sure to check out the “Official Ready 2 Rumble Revolution” website over at: www.ready2rumblerevolution.com for more information!
your copy now and have it when it comes out.
