Electronic Arts knows exactly what the players want. This years line-up is guaranteed to intrigue players of all ages and variety.
The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King
Middle Earth returns just in time for the conclusion to the massive movie trilogy, The Lord of the Rings. Developed using the same digital assets as the film, The Return of the King recreates the events encompassing the final episode of the trilogy in stunning realism. The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King invites players to become the heroes that will determine the fate of Middle-Earth. Following the events seen in the film, players will voyage through the haunted Paths of the Dead and defend Minas Tirith from the onslaught of thousands of Sauron's minions. The Return of the King also introduces a multiplayer aspect where players can play alongside a friend as they head toward the Black Gates of Mordor.
James Bond 007 Everything or Nothing
Bond is back again in what could possibly be the most exciting and complex Bond game yet. An original storyline, separate of any events in the Bond films, delivers all new scenarios and game play. Set in third person, players will watch as the intensity of action-clad missions grow. Gorgeous women, classic villainy, exotic locations, and sophisticated spy gadgets have all become synonymous with James Bond. In James Bond 007 Everything or Nothing, the effect is no different. This title is gushing with everything that Bond fans have come to expect and welcome in a Bond adventure.
Harry Potter: Quidditch World Cup
Ever since Harry Potter first took the world by storm, fans have imagined playing the fantasy sport of Quidditch. Imaginary leagues have even formed to pay homage to this game that never existed. For the first time, gamers will get their hand at the experience and wonder of the magical sport in all of its glory. The preferred sport of witches and wizards, Quidditch World Cup includes all the positions and players from the Hogwart's House teams including Harry Potter playing for Gryffindor. The game is separated into two parts, a learning and simple tournament mode and the World Cup. After learning the basics of Quidditch and playing in various school tournaments to win the Hogwart's Quidditch Cup, players will go on to the national level and compete for national victory.
The Sims: Bustin Out
Following the successful introduction of The Sims to the console market, The Sims: Bustin Out takes the Sims out of the house and invites them to explore their surroundings and locations around town. Players will lead their Sims through life's biggest moments as they travel through careers, entertainment, and socialization. Introducing new characters, careers, and objects, fans of The Sims will enjoy the new viewpoints of the Sims and its inhabitants.
SimCity 4 Rush Hour Expansion Pack
If SimCity 4 left you wanting more control, the Rush Hour Expansion Pack might be exactly what your city needs. By letting players take charge of the cities' transportation, the Rush Hour Expansion Pack allows players to unlock new vehicles, manage the control of traffic, and develop transit systems that move to the future. All-new road types including wide avenues, suspension bridges, or one-way streets and popular historic road marks such as rail stations allow players to add their personal touch to their city.
Need For Speed: Underground
Racing games are generally limiting in their customizability. Gamers who enjoy racing most likely also enjoy tweaking their actual vehicles. Need For Speed: Underground allows players to tweak their virtual vehicles to the limits and beyond. Players could make their vehicles a mark of personality and expression, as available upgrades not only change the abilities of the vehicles but also the appearance. Mastering the aspects of driving skills and improving your chances of winning makes more upgrade parts available. Your cars will be affected not only by their skills on the streets. The custom look of your vehicle will also affect the acceptance from the crowds that gather to watch you race.
If you dig The Fast and The Furious, keep your eyes peeled for this one. It combines all the things we love about the NFS series, plus tweaking galor.
Black & White 2
This sequel to one of the most acclaimed hits in the recent past asks players to reprise their role as a powerful deity. Returning to the world of Eden, players will discover that weaponry and warfare has tainted the land. Raising a creature from infancy will be your ticket to returning Eden back to its glory. You must gain the respect of natives, shelter your believers, and gain an army of supporters that will do your bidding in taking over Eden once again.
BIONICLE
One of the most successful toys in Lego's history, BIONICLE has taken the world by storm. Six heroes of destiny, known as Toa, have been chosen to challenge evil, rescue villagers and return the island of Mata Nui to light. The brave Toa must overcome forces of dangerous struggles as they travel through unique lands, ranging from fire to ice to air. This title invites players to live out the story in an action adventure epic that combines combat, collection, puzzle solving, and exploration.
Medal of Honor: Rising Sun
The top selling Medal of Honor series is back in its beauty and glory as players head into the Pacific in this WWII era war game. Players put on the suit of Marine Corporal Joseph Griffin as he endures the battles of WWII. Assignments range from surviving the attack on Pearl Harbor, destroying the bridge on River Kwai, and a final showdown with Colonel Shima. Life as a marine can be experienced through a single player mode or a two-player cooperative adventure. EA was showing some 15 minutes of gameplay at E3 this year, beginning with your abrupt awakening on the USS Arizona during the battle in Pearl Harbor and let me tell you this, it was chilling. Medal of Honor has always been able to capture the essence of wartime battles, and Rising Sun is certainly not going to be an exception. WWII buffs should be ready and waiting for this title as it looks to be fantastic.
Of course, check back as these games are released for full reviews.
