[E3 08] - Midway Lineup [Multi]

[AgtFox]

Even though we already have a look at Midway via our E3 Preview thread on them (http://www.evilavatar.com/forums/showthread.php?t=56733), Midway today has sent a press release explaining all the games they will be showing off at E3. Here is a part of the release with the full one in the next post:

“Exciting new entertainment experiences such as Wheelman, proven franchises like Mortal Kombat, the next installment in the million plus selling Blitz the League® franchise and new games for the casual market make this Midway’s most diverse and powerful line up yet,” said Matthew Booty, interim president and CEO, Midway. “These games truly reflect our product strategy to develop top quality titles in a wide range of genres that appeal to all segments of the market.”
Wheelman was put in the Midway Preview on a whim that they might show it off and it seems to be coming out in 2008 according to the PR. I know many weren't very excited about the lineup in the Preview thread (http://www.evilavatar.com/forums/showthread.php?t=56733), but maybe front page readers will think differently...maybe?

[AgtFox]

Full PR piece:

CHICAGO--Midway Games Inc. (NYSE: MWY), a leading interactive entertainment publisher and developer, today announced its product portfolio to be shown at the 2008 E3 Business & Media Summit, July 15-17 in Los Angeles. This year’s lineup showcases exciting new intellectual properties such as Wheelman™ starring action film star Vin Diesel,proven brands such as Unreal Tournament 3 from world renowned developer Epic Games, highly anticipated installments of established franchises such as Mortal Kombat® vs. DC Universe, licensed by Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment, and entertainment for the casual gamer such as the sequel to the million unit selling Game Party™.

“Exciting new entertainment experiences such as Wheelman, proven franchises like Mortal Kombat, the next installment in the million plus selling Blitz the League® franchise and new games for the casual market make this Midway’s most diverse and powerful line up yet,” said Matthew Booty, interim president and CEO, Midway. “These games truly reflect our product strategy to develop top quality titles in a wide range of genres that appeal to all segments of the market.”

Midway’s 2008 E3 line up with expected ship dates include:


Mortal Kombat® vs. DC Universe (PLAYSTATION®3, Xbox 360®, Fall 2008) -- For the first time ever Scorpion, Sub-Zero and the Mortal Kombat warriors battle with Batman, Superman and other popular DC Universe super heroes. Choose your side and challenge your opponents with a new fighting system including Freefall Kombat and Klose Kombat along with dynamic multi-tiered environments. Plus, pick your favorite character from MK or DCU and pursue a fighting adventure in the new single player mode with an intertwined storyline and two unique perspectives.


Wheelman™ (PLAYSTATION®3, Xbox 360®, PC; Fall 2008) - Combining spectacular Hollywood-style stunts with a gripping storyline, Wheelman provides an adrenaline-fueled, cinematic thrill ride guaranteed to leave you breathless. Vin Diesel stars as an undercover agent and highly skilled driver who must infiltrate the Barcelona underworld to gather intelligence surrounding a covert heist. Posing as a driver-for-hire, he ends up caught in a crossfire of corruption and chaos while trying to stay one step ahead of local law enforcement and rival gangs.


TNA iMPACT!™ (PLAYSTATION®3, Xbox 360®, Wii, PlayStation 2; September 2008) - TNA iMPACT!™ is the exclusive Total Nonstop Action wrestling game based on the top-rated weekly television show, “TNA Impact!” Choose the wrestling style, custom move set and clothing to construct the ultimate champion. TNA drenches the player in moves and match types that allow amazing acrobatic and aerial feats along with the bone-jarring crush of hard-hitting impacts. The game also features top wrestling talent such as Kurt Angle™, Jeff Jarrett™, Rhino™, Samoa Joe™, AJ Styles™, Sting™, Christian Cage™, Abyss™ and more to deliver all of the excitement and action of the television show!


Blitz the League® II (PLAYSTATION®3, Xbox 360®; Fall 2008) - As the sequel to the more than one million unit selling and award-winning football experience, BLITZ: THE LEAGUE II,continues the franchise legacy as the ultimate alternative to the watered-down, licensed competition. In addition to an all-new story mode penned by Peter Egan (ESPN’s Playmakers), BLITZ: THE LEAGUE II features include: Precision-Aim Tackles, player-controlled touchdown celebrations, an enhanced on-the-field Clash Mode, online multiplayer capabilities, expanded rosters with all-new personalities, and the return of a cornerstone of the Blitz franchise...Late Hits! Football legend Lawrence Taylor returns as the game’s cover-athlete and star linebacker for the New York Nightmare, Quentin Sands, along with a star-studded supporting cast.


This is Vegas™ (PLAYSTATION®3, Xbox 360®, 2009)-- When a ruthless businessman begins turning Vegas into a family-friendly tourist trap, you must start your own powerful empire and resurrect the famous adult playground. Party hard at the hottest clubs to make VIP connections. Grow your bankroll by hitting high stakes tables. Race the fastest cars on the underground circuit to raise your reputation. Fight off enemies with fists and firearms to prove your strength. Where you go and what you do is your call. Whether counting cards, seducing dangerous women, cruising the strip or starting bar brawls, there’s lots of excitement on the way to the top.


Unreal Tournament 3 -- (Xbox 360®; July 2008) - Unreal Tournament 3, the world’s premier PC first-person shootermakes its debut on the Xbox 360®. Unreal Tournament 3unleashesthe full power of Unreal® Engine 3, taking graphics, gameplay, and challenge to a whole new level. Players engage in intense battles with other human players online, or against Unreal artificial intelligence that sets the industry standard. With the most powerful futuristic weapons and vehicles available, this is FPS action at its best!


Game Party™ 2 (Wii, November 2008) -- With 11 games in all, Game Party 2 for the Nintendo Wiiincludes fun to play games that will provide hours of enjoyment with friends and family. Game Party 2 features new games like Bean Bag Toss, Horseshoes, Lawn Darts, Puck Bowling and more. Each game, including classics like Skill Ball, Darts and Hoop Shoot has exciting new features like four player mode, customizable characters and tournament play, making Game Party 2 the ultimate party game for all ages and skill levels.


Touchmaster® 2 (Nintendo DS, September 2008) -- TouchMaster 2 returns with a collection of 20 new exciting card, action, strategy and puzzle games with some of your favorite classic games from back in the day. For the gamer and non-gamer alike, TouchMaster 2 offers pick up and play, addictively fun, mini-games that everyone will enjoy. Kill some time by playing a quick round to beat your high-score or find some real competition against other players. TouchMaster 2, the personal arcade that fits snug in the palm of your hands.


Mechanic Master™ (Nintendo DS, September 2008) -- With over 100 levels! Mechanic Master uses the stylus as a weapon to rid the Earth of alien invaders that have scattered across the planet. Become the ultimate Master of Mechanics by creating crazy contraptions to free humans, keep the mechanics in motion and defeat those pesky foes. Test your skills. Creative-thinking is key to clearing the level.


MidwayArcade.com(Online, Available Now) -- Fans of Midway’s classic arcade and Touchmaster casual games will now be able to download their all-time favorites and play them on their PC. More than 25 classic titles, such as Defender, Joust, Spy Hunter, Root Beer Tapper and Mahki, are now available at www.midwayarcade.com (http://www.midwayarcade.com/), starting for as little as 3 games for US $5. Compete for bragging rights against players from around the world and battle for the high score in each game.

[menage]

Still the list with the most BLEH ones of them at all. Jezus, talk about crap. Only UT3 is even worth considering.

[Zawath]

Impact should be good.

[Tryke]

I thought Wheelman sounded kinda neat until I got to this part:
Vin Diesel stars as an undercover agent
This list is pretty much full of groaners.

[Sammael]

Wow. Real exciting E3 ya got there, Midway.

[Albinobees]

i have a question, perhaps science can answer?

why did marvel vs capcom rule so much it hurt, and yet the very thought of mortal kombat vs DC makes me sick to my stomach?

is it because marvel is arguablely better than dc and street fight is arguablely better than MK?

please help me!

[divinechaos]

I'm loving UT3 and TNA iMPACT! could bring wrestling games back to their core.

[divinechaos]

i have a question, perhaps science can answer?

why did marvel vs capcom rule so much it hurt, and yet the very thought of mortal kombat vs DC makes me sick to my stomach?

is it because marvel is arguablely better than dc and street fight is arguablely better than MK?

please help me!

It's more like the developers of the MK games aren't as awesome as the developers of Street Fighter. That and DC Comics would not allow their characters to be ripped to pieces therefore making a MK vs. DC game useless.

[muddi900]

i have a question, perhaps science can answer?

why did marvel vs capcom rule so much it hurt, and yet the very thought of mortal kombat vs DC makes me sick to my stomach?

is it because marvel is arguablely better than dc and street fight is arguablely better than MK?

please help me!


ARGUABLELY

"Nuumber 1 wurd on the intratelevisision" - Borat

Yes, its so awesome, I used a 2 year old joke.

[morose]

Personally I thought Wheelman sounded awesome. Say what you want about Vin's movie career, but I thought Escape from Butcher Bay kicked ass. I'm looking forward to seeing him involved with another vid game.

[Flatpicker]

I'm just reposting from the other thread.
I still believe that this is Midway's last go round.
2009 will see the shutdown and what few IP's they have left sold off.

[Sandman]

Looking forward to MK vs DC and TNA Impact!. When done right (and the major game hasn't been for years) wrestling games can be just as good as any other fighting game.

[Flatpicker]

Looking forward to MK vs DC and TNA Impact!. When done right (and the major game hasn't been for years) wrestling games can be just as good as any other fighting game.

What's considered done right?
I liked the engine in Legends of Wrestling and I like the Rumble Rose engine. I even liked the UFC engine on the DC.
Not too big on the WWE releases for awhile now.

[Sandman]

What's considered done right?
I liked the engine in Legends of Wrestling and I like the Rumble Rose engine. I even liked the UFC engine on the DC.
Not too big on the WWE releases for awhile now.

Wrestling games haven't really been done right since the N64 days....and that engine was used for the successful Def Jam franchise. Closest thing you can get to a good wrestling game these days is Fire Pro Wrestling Returns.

[Deadend]

Wheelman seems like it could be good from the gameplay videos... it has shootdodging from a car and car melee attacks.

This is Vegas could also be fun.

The rest of them I do not care about.