Topic: Activision Releases Quantum of Solace for Wii, DS

[NWR_Neal]

Developed for Wii and DS by Beenox Studios and Vicarious Visions respectively, Quantum of Solace is based on the two recent James Bond films starring Daniel Craig.
 http://www.nintendoworldreport.com/newsArt.cfm?artid=17134

 Activision recently announced the release of Quantum of Solace for Wii and DS. The game officially hit stores November 4 and follows the plot of the upcoming James Bond film of the same name and its precursor, Casino Royale. The Wii version, developed by Beenox Studios, will feature a single-player campaign as well as a multiplayer mode. The DS version, developed by Vicarious Visions, makes heavy use of the touch-screen in gameplay that is reminiscent of Legend of Zelda: Phantom Hourglass and Ninja Gaiden: Dragon Sword.    

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   Santa Monica, CA – October 31, 2008 – Can’t wait for the new movie to step into the shoes of James Bond?  Activision Publishing, Inc. (Nasdaq: ATVI) today announced that the Quantum of Solace™ video game, based on the eagerly anticipated "Quantum of Solace" and prior "Casino Royale" James Bond films, is dashing into European retail outlets today, and will be available in North American stores on November 4, 2008.  Developed under license from EON Productions Ltd and Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios Inc. (MGM), the Quantum of Solace video game equips players with the weapons, espionage and hand-to-hand combat skills and overall charm needed to survive the covert lifestyle of legendary 007 secret agent James Bond.    

  "Activision’s Quantum of Solace video game marks the first time players can become the newly re-imagined, dangerous and cunningly efficient James Bond as portrayed by Daniel Craig," said Rob Kostich, Head of Marketing for Licensed Properties, Activision Publishing.  "We’re extremely pleased to release the game day and date with the new movie, so for those of us waiting for the new era in Bond gaming, Quantum of Solace has arrived."    

   The Quantum of Solace video game balances a unique variety of gameplay elements, blending intense first-person action with a new third-person cover combat system, enabling players to strategically choose the best combat tactics for each situation.  As James Bond, gamers must intelligently maneuver each challenge, identifying the best course of action while incapacitating enemies through silent, sneaky covert operations or full force, guns-blazing confrontations.   Further, the Quantum of Solacevideo game features the return of fan favorite Bond multiplayer action, allowing gamers to experience a multitude of maps based on authentic locations from the "Quantum of Solace" and "Casino Royale" films and beyond. Based on the renowned Call of Duty® 4: Modern Warfare™ game engine with systems specifically engineered to immerse players in the Bond universe, the Quantum of Solace video game delivers superior high-definition graphics, reactive AI and visually stunning locations inspired by locales portrayed in the latest films.    

   To celebrate the releases of the Quantum of Solace and Guitar Hero® World Tour video games, Bond aficionados and rock stars alike will be able to download and play "Another Way to Die," the new Quantum of Solace movie theme song performed by Jack White and Alicia Keys, in Guitar Hero World Tour.  The track will be available on Xbox LIVE® Marketplace for Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft for 160 Microsoft Points and on the PLAYSTATION®Store for the PLAYSTATION®3 computer entertainment system for $1.99 on November 7th, 2008.    

   The Quantum of Solace video game was created by Treyarch for the Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and PLAYSTATION 3 computer entertainment system.  The Games for Windows® and Wii™ video game console and versions were developed by Beenox Studios.  The Nintendo DS™ version was developed by Vicarious Visions and the PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system version by Eurocom.  The Quantum of Solace video game is rated "T" (Teen – content that may be suitable for persons ages 13 and older) by the ESRB.    

  For more information about the game, visit http://007thevideogame.com/.

[Enner]

Reviews so far aren't looking so hot.

[DAaaMan64]

That game is as shitty as that press release wall

[NinGurl69 *huggles]

What's more hilarious is the back of the Wii box also uses those same shitty screenshots we saw and were passionately upgraded by Infernal Monkey.

"seriosly guys, those screens were based on an early build and doesn't reflect the final product, we didn't mean to release those screens in the first place either!" sez Activision goon.

[GoldenPhoenix]

I mean it makes PERFECT sense to give the Wii the most horrendously lazy port of 007 when a big chunk of its fan base made a little game called Goldeneye a huge success. I'm going to go with Lindy on this one, it isn't going to sell, gee I wonder why that would be?!?!?

[KDR_11k]

I noticed the game got a lot of attention and was always wondering why. Never read any of the previews but still, why does a movie tie-in get so much attention? Especially when it turns out like any other movie tie-in?

I mean it makes PERFECT sense to give the Wii the most horrendously lazy port of 007 when a big chunk of its fan base made a little game called Goldeneye a huge success. I'm going to go with Lindy on this one, it isn't going to sell, gee I wonder why that would be?!?!?

Are you sure the Golden Eye fans didn't migrate to the XBox/360 for Halo?

[GoldenPhoenix]

KDR I don't think Goldeneye fans went through that much of a de-evolution.


ZING

[EasyCure]

The REAL Goldeneye fans upgraded to Perfect Dark and have wished a FPS came along that was as good as either of those. If they did migrate over to Xbox they lost faith with Perfect Dark 0 and those on PS are still waiting.. (as are the Wii crowd)

[Nick DiMola]

KDR I don't think Goldeneye fans went through that much of a de-evolution.

Truth... and the real fans moved onto TimeSplitters after Perfect Dark.

[Flames_of_chaos]

If VV was doing the DS version why couldn't Activision just give them the Wii version as well. Things like this an the whole "exploit our franchises for 10 years" and blocking Brutal Legend just makes want to avoid buying Activision games.

[NinGurl69 *huggles]

Then hurry up and do what you want =D

[NinGurl69 *huggles]

What happened to the excitement around this game?

Who bought it, raise your hands.

[King of Twitch]

Is it the hair-apparent of Goldeneye?

[NinGurl69 *huggles]

Noticing Pierce Brosnon's subtle hair style changes throughout his 4 Bond movies provides seconds of entertainment.