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Recently, many gaming and Transformers related websites were invited to play and see some of Activision’s Transformes The Game by British developer Traveller’s Tales for the Playstation 3 and Xbox 360 and Vicarious Visions for the Nintendo DS.
We were invited but couldn’t make the trip from the UK to California, despite the game being developed down the road in Britain.
GameSpot.com (with video interview)
Oneshallstand.com, the best place to get comics in the UK, is giving UK Transformers fans the chance to play Transformers The Game and see the Transformers movie before their respective releases, 20th July and 27th July.
All you have to do is answer an easy question and you’ll be playing and watching at Paramount’s offices in Soho, London on 15th July.
Check it out.
Activision have sent out their latest email, describing their latest updates to their official site of Transformers The Game.
TRANSFORMERSGAME.COM has re-launched with new features that make the Battle more exciting than ever!
Join the Battle because the stakes and prizes get bigger each week. In the coming weeks we’ll be giving away game consoles, a trip to BotCon and an HDTV!
As of 4PM PST on May 25th, the Decepticons lead the Autobots by less than 400,000 points. It’s a close battle, still anyone’s game. Autobots, you�re gaining on the Decepticons�the AllSpark is almost yours�
Wide range of formats including big names available soon for review.
We thought you’d like to see the latest line-up of forthcoming titles from Glu, all to be available this quarter from various operators or direct from Glu through the www.glu.com website.
Leading the pack is the Transformers game based on this summer’s blockbuster movie with a number of other top titles set for release in the coming weeks.
Transformers
More than meets the eye
Previewable NOW! Reviewable June 2007
Fight as Optimus Prime on your phone! Help the Autobots find the hidden energy on Earth before the evil Deceptions can get it. The upcoming release from Glu is based on this summer�s blockbuster Transformers movie, allowing fans to relive the experience with this exciting action platform game.
Transformers The Game from Activision has been rated PG by the BBFC in the UK. The info provided by the BBFC also gives us an idea of what is included in the game.
There seems to be some short extras involving Armada, Energon and Cybertron and lots of very short video clips before and after levels. Also mentioned are 163 images, probably unlockable extras.
In total there are 28 minutes and 12 seconds of footage.
We just received this press release from Activision
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
ACTIVISION SIGNS TALENT FROM UPCOMING FEATURE FILM AND ORIGINAL TV SERIES FOR TRANSFORMERS THE GAME
Santa Monica, CA � May 18, 2007 � TRANSFORMERS The Game, from Activision, Inc. (Nasdaq ATVI), developed under license from HPG the licensing division of Hasbro, Inc. (NYSE HAS), is bridging the gap from �G1� (Generation One) to the present day TRANSFORMERS by casting the upcoming live-action film leads Shia LaBeouf and Megan Fox alongside legendary voice actors Peter Cullen and Frank Welker, the original voices of OPTIMUS PRIME and MEGATRON. Based on �TRANSFORMERS,� the highly anticipated live-action feature film from DreamWorks Pictures and Paramount Pictures, in association with Hasbro, the game allows players to relive their favorite movie moments and go beyond in a movie-inspired storyline penned with the help of Flint Dille, best known as the writer of the acclaimed �TRANSFORMERS� animated series.
�TRANSFORMERS is an incredible franchise with huge global appeal and our goal is to present a game that speaks to fans of the upcoming movie as well as to G1 fans,� said Laird Malamed, head of production, Activision, Inc. �We have a fantastic line-up that includes original talent from the animated TV series and the upcoming film, bringing together the best of both worlds.�
In TRANSFORMERS The Game, players choose to protect the Earth as AUTOBOTS or destroy it as DECEPTICONS. Playing as OPTIMUS PRIME, BUMBLEBEE, MEGATRON, BARRICADE and other characters, gamers will experience the unstoppable power and massive scale of their favorite ROBOTS IN DISGUISE as they battle for Earth.
TRANSFORMERS The Game is in development by Traveller�s Tales for the Xbox 360� video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, PLAYSTATION�3 computer entertainment system, Wii� video game console, PlayStation�2 computer entertainment system and PC, and is rated �T� (Teen) by the ESRB. A PSP� (PlayStation�Portable) system version is being developed by Savage Entertainment and is currently rated �E 10+� (Everyone 10 and older � Violence) by the ESRB. Two unique games for Nintendo DS�, TRANSFORMERS AUTOBOTS and TRANSFORMERS DECEPTICONS, are being developed by Vicarious Visions and are rated �E 10+� (Everyone 10 and older – Violence) by the ESRB. For more information about the game, visit http://www.transformersgame.com/.
About HPG
HPG, the licensing division of Hasbro, Inc. (NYSE HAS), translates one of the industry�s richest portfolios of brands into a world of fun and excitement for children and adults globally. Through a host of publishing, digital media, lifestyle and entertainment platforms, HPG is able to surround fans worldwide with consumer products that expand Hasbro�s core brands, such as TRANSFORMERS, LITTLEST PET SHOP, MY LITTLE PONY, MONOPOLY, G.I. JOE, TONKA and PLAYSKOOL.
About HASBRO
Hasbro (NYSE HAS) is a worldwide leader in children�s and family leisure time entertainment products and services, including the design, manufacture and marketing of games and toys ranging from traditional to high-tech. Both internationally and in the U.S., its PLAYSKOOL, TONKA, MILTON BRADLEY, PARKER BROTHERS, TIGER and WIZARDS OF THE COAST brands and products provide the highest quality and most recognizable play experiences in the world.
About Activision, Inc.
Headquartered in Santa Monica, California, Activision, Inc. is a leading worldwide developer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment and leisure products. Founded in 1979, Activision posted net revenues of $1.47 billion for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2006.
Activision maintains operations in the U.S., Canada, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Australia, Scandinavia, Spain, the Netherlands and South Korea. More information about Activision and its products can be found on the company�s World Wide Web site, which is located at www.activision.com.
See below for details on the Transformers The Game, Cybertron Edition being sold exclusively at GameStop and EB Games. This is exclusive to the Xbox 360.
Activision just sent us an email to say that the trailer for the Transformers Movie Game is now Online at their website http://www.transformersgame.com/
Check it out.
We’ve just received a new fact sheet for the Transformers Movie game. Check it out
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Based on Hasbro�s TRANSFORMERS property and upcoming live-action feature film from DreamWorks Pictures and Paramount Pictures due out on July 27th, TRANSFORMERS The Game lets gamers control the outcome in the battle for Earth as they choose to protect it as AUTOBOTS or destroy it as DECEPTICONS. Players will also experience the unstoppable power and massive scale of their favorite ROBOTS IN DISGUISE such as BUMBLEBEE, BARRICADE and others.KEY FEATURES
Protect Or Destroy The Earth � As the TRANSFORMERS robot�s war comes to Earth, gamers make the choice to join the AUTOBOTS in protecting our planet or to join the DECEPTICONS in destroying it. With dual campaigns, the fate of the world is in players� hands.
MORE THAN MEETS THE EYE � Instantly change from a larger than life robot to a high-powered vehicle such as a sports car, fighter jet or helicopter. Seamless transformations leave enemies in the dust or enhance players� combat strategy with a range of options in both vehicle and robot modes that take full advantage of the characters� dual forms.
The World Is Your Playground � Players crush, topple and wreck every object, including buildings and vehicles, in their path or use the objects as weapons. It is up to the gamer to decide how best to use their surrounding environment.
Freedom of Choice � An unprecedented line-up lets gamers experience the massive scale, unique abilities and sheer strength of an army of characters from the TRANSFORMERS universe when they choose to play as OPTIMUS PRIME, MEGATRON, IRONHIDE, STARSCREAM, BUMBLEBEE and more.
Variety of Combat � For head-to-head battles, fans engage in melee combat that reflects each TRANSFORMERS robot�s character, scale, weight and power along with melee weapons and special moves unique to each character. The game�s ranged combat offers a wide array of projective weapons designed to take out enemies from afar.
PlayStation� Portable Features � The PSP version features 20 playable AUTOBOTS and DECEPTICONS, from both the live-action film and previous generations, that battle through an enhanced version of the film�s storyline. Players can customize their character by choosing more than 10 different weapon types in both single and Ad Hoc multiplayer gameplay.
TRANSFORMERS and all related characters are trademarks of Hasbro and are used with permission. � 2007 Hasbro. All Rights Reserved.
Publisher Activision Publishing, Inc.
Developer Traveller�s Tales (PS3, Xbox 360, Wii, PS2, PC)
Savage (PSP)
Vicarious Visions (NDS)Release Date July 22nd 2007
RRP TBD
PEGI Rating 12+ PS3, Wii, Xbox 360, PS2
7+ NDS, PSP
We’ve just heard from our contact at Activision that Transformers The Game will NOT feature a split screen multiplayer feature, so you cannot play against your mates/family members on the one console.
Sorry Tony, looks like you’ll be giving this one a miss!
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