49w ago - MonkeyPaw Games Marketing Manager Ray Almeda has announced today that Arc The Lad III debuts on PSN this week with some of the title's artwork displayed below.

To quote: It seems every gamer harbours a dream to get his game idea to come to life. The process for bringing a game concept to a console is long and littered with unending hazards.

How does it actually happen? When a designer comes up with a concept, it has to be original and exciting enough to get broad buy-in from a wide swath of staff. It also helps to have a license. And of course every game needs a compelling hook.

It's not an easy task. But once the idea gets green-lit and funded, the process leads the concept down a production line. Many team members' input and a "can't fail" divining light must lead it to fruition. The final concept is often significantly different than the creative director's original dream but usually it is the best fit for the product's viability.

Once you get a winning formula and a game sells an acceptable amount of units, the title gains momentum and takes a life of its own. A winning title can get a sequel or even a series...a designers' wet dream.

By this time, we're dealing with art. Examples are rare, but one that we've showcased is Arc the Lad....

62w ago - Namco Bandai Games Public Relations Specialist Nick O'Leary has announced today that JRPG Tales of Graces f debuts tomorrow and shared a new video trailer on the title below!

To quote: It's Nick from NAMCO BANDAI Games, and I'm here to give readers an early look at this week's Tales of Graces f launch trailer!

Everyone here at NAMCO BANDAI Games America cannot be more excited for people to finally get their hands on this great game. Check out the trailer and tell us what you think! Tales of Graces f will be available tomorrow, March 13, so be sure to pick up your copy.

I also have a second piece of news I would like to share really quick. Our Community team has five copies of Tales of Graces f that they will be giving away to some lucky fans. Now these aren't your regular old run-of-the-mill copies of the game.





These are signed by Tales of Graces f producer, Hideo Baba! Keep watching our Facebook page for more information on how to win a copy.

171w ago - SCEA's Product Marketing Manager Chris Munson has revealed that MLB 10: The Show for PS3 will make its debut on GameTrailers TV tonight, as follows:

Ever wonder what it's like to make one of those Dear PlayStation TV ads?

Well, Spike TV got an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the upcoming TV commercial for MLB 10: The Show and will air it tonight on GameTrailers TV at 12am PST/EST (And hey, since you're still awake, stick around for God of War III on Spike at 12:30am!).

Additionally, we'll be releasing our first big trailer for The Show during the same segment. Want to find out what Kevin Butler really knows about baseball?

Why is Joe Mauer considered to be "America's Fan-Friendliest Athlete"? Tune in and find out tonight.

Lastly, because we are proud to show off the game at any time, here is a whole slew of new screenshots that capture the intensity and authenticity that is The Show's hallmark.

189w ago - Toyota has released a video of their upcoming FT-86 (in conjunction with Subaru) all in a true Gran Turismo style.

The car looks stunning in it, and a similar version is expected to be released to the market next year for PS3.

To quote from the video's caption, courtesy of GTPlanet:

"A quick look at a new car and new tracks for Gran Turismo 5, featuring the Toyota FT-86 Concept car."

Those interested can check out the video below, via YouTube!

191w ago - Capcom announced today that two titles on display at the 2009 Tokyo Game Show will be coming to North America and Europe in 2010.

New Capcom titles Sengoku BASARA Samurai Heroes and Ghost Trick (working title for North America and Europe), displayed to the Japanese public for the first time in Tokyo, will be making the transition to western gamers next year.

To quote from the Press Release: Sengoku BASARA Samurai Heroes, the latest in Capcom's popular samurai action series, makes it first appearance on both the PlayStation 3 computer entertainment system and Wii.

Set during a tumultuous period of Japanese history, Sengoku BASARA Samurai Heroes allows players to take up the swords of more than a dozen fierce samurai warriors in huge battles against hundreds of opponents. Players will be able to unlock playable characters, as well as supporting generals who will make it easier to command and lead armies with the ultimate goal of re-writing history to rule all of 16th century Japan.

The action is fast-paced and stylish, taking combat cues from producer Hiroyuki Kobayashi's other big series, Devil May Cry. The game's main campaign will be the same on both gaming platforms, with the addition of online co-op for the PlayStation 3.

Ghost Trick combines mystery, logic...