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02-02-2007, 02:40 PM
Konami Reveals More Original Wii IP, PSP Castlevania (http://www.gamasutra.com/php-bin/news_index.php?story=12633)
At its recent Gamer's Day, Konami has revealed two major new releases for the upcoming year, including an original Wii platformer from the Elebits team, and a remake of Castlevania: Rondo of Blood for the PSP.
Konami's new Wii game, from Elebits producer Shingo Mukaitoge, was revealed to be Dewy's Advanture, marking the second original IP from Konami for Nintendo's console.
In it, players use the Wii controller for nearly all of the in-game puzzle-solving and platforming interactions, such as tilting it to roll the titular Dewy character, a living water droplet, around his environment, using the d-pad to heat or cool Dewy to steam or ice, or fanning the controller to create gusts of wind.
According to online reports, in addition to its single player adventure, the game will also include an edit mode in the same manner as Elebits, and will also make use of the Wii's internet connectivity in a yet-unannounced way.
Turning to Sony, Konami also announced the long-anticipated official debut of its classic Castlevania franchise for the PlayStation Portable with Castlevania: The Dracula X Chronicles.
In contrast to the original adventures the DS has received over the past years, the first Castlevania PSP outing will be a remake of the PC Engine Super CD cult hit Akumajou Dracula X: Chi no Rondo, also known as Castlevania: Rondo of Blood.
Considered by some to be the pinnacle of the less exploratory, action-based games in the series, the PSP remake of Rondo is being done with fully 3D assets, but maintains the 2D perspective.
Also included in The Dracula X Chronicles will be a portable version of PlayStation classic Symphony of the Night, featuring a reworked localization and slightly reworked graphics, making it the second forthcoming release of the game, alongside the Xbox Live Arcade Version also due soon.
Both games were announced without release dates, but are expected in 2007.
POSTED: 07.35AM PST, 02/02/07 - Brandon Boyer
Castlevania: The Dracula X Chronicles screenshots and videos (http://www.1up.com/do/gameOverview?cId=3156895)
Exclusive: Dewy's Adventure for Wii (http://wii.ign.com/articles/760/760616p1.html)
The Elebits team returns with a ground-up Wii game designed for the controller. Details, interview, screens and first footage inside!
by Matt Casamassina (http://wii.ign.com/email.html)
February 1, 2007 - Konami on Thursday revealed to IGN Wii its original new Wii title, Dewy's Adventure (http://wii.ign.com/objects/882/882221.html). Don't let the name fool you, though, because the game is built by the same team responsible for the critically-acclaimed action effort, Elebits -- a title that IGN selected as best Wii action project of last year.
In Dewy's Adventure, gamers take control of a recently incarnated water droplet, Dewy, whose Elder Tree master has fallen ill at the hands of the evil Don Hedron. It's up to Dewy to find a way to save the Elder Tree and restore order to the once-flourishing forests.
Players use the Wii remote to navigate the character through an assortment of environments and harness his special abilities. In terms of control, gamers tilt the Wii remote to angle and rotate the landscapes in order to position Dewy in the correct spots for puzzle-solving. Dewy can also modify the temperature of his immediate surroundings, changing ice to mist, for example. Using his elemental powers, Dewy can freeze or heat different parts of the worlds in order to trigger a variety of puzzles and advance. In addition, players can induce earthquakes, lightning bolts or even damaging gusts of wind, among other things, by shaking and waving the Wii remote respectively during certain situations.
http://wiimedia.ign.com/wii/image/article/760/760616/exclusive-dewys-adventure-for-wii-20070201031323677-000.jpg (http://wiimedia.ign.com/wii/image/article/760/760616/exclusive-dewys-adventure-for-wii-20070201031323677-000.jpg)
The title features six massive stages, each with its own unique visual style. On top the single-player experience, Dewy's Adventure boasts an Elebits-like edit mode that enables players to build complete stages with fully customizable puzzles, different landscape types and enemies. According to Konami, the stages can be played alone or cooperatively with a friend.
"Dewy's Adventure emphasizes Konami's commitment to creating innovative software for the Wii with one of a kind gameplay, unique motion sensitive controls, and a colorful game world packed with memorable characters," said Wilson Cheng, product manager with Konami. "Building upon the success of Elebits, Dewy's Adventure is poised to deliver another exciting and accessible gaming experience that is only possible through the immersive Wii hardware."
We've posted first screenshots and videos in our media sections. But Dewy hopefuls will really want to check out our exclusive interview with the development team (http://wii.ign.com/articles/760/760682p1.html) for a deeper look at the adventure to come.
At its recent Gamer's Day, Konami has revealed two major new releases for the upcoming year, including an original Wii platformer from the Elebits team, and a remake of Castlevania: Rondo of Blood for the PSP.
Konami's new Wii game, from Elebits producer Shingo Mukaitoge, was revealed to be Dewy's Advanture, marking the second original IP from Konami for Nintendo's console.
In it, players use the Wii controller for nearly all of the in-game puzzle-solving and platforming interactions, such as tilting it to roll the titular Dewy character, a living water droplet, around his environment, using the d-pad to heat or cool Dewy to steam or ice, or fanning the controller to create gusts of wind.
According to online reports, in addition to its single player adventure, the game will also include an edit mode in the same manner as Elebits, and will also make use of the Wii's internet connectivity in a yet-unannounced way.
Turning to Sony, Konami also announced the long-anticipated official debut of its classic Castlevania franchise for the PlayStation Portable with Castlevania: The Dracula X Chronicles.
In contrast to the original adventures the DS has received over the past years, the first Castlevania PSP outing will be a remake of the PC Engine Super CD cult hit Akumajou Dracula X: Chi no Rondo, also known as Castlevania: Rondo of Blood.
Considered by some to be the pinnacle of the less exploratory, action-based games in the series, the PSP remake of Rondo is being done with fully 3D assets, but maintains the 2D perspective.
Also included in The Dracula X Chronicles will be a portable version of PlayStation classic Symphony of the Night, featuring a reworked localization and slightly reworked graphics, making it the second forthcoming release of the game, alongside the Xbox Live Arcade Version also due soon.
Both games were announced without release dates, but are expected in 2007.
POSTED: 07.35AM PST, 02/02/07 - Brandon Boyer
Castlevania: The Dracula X Chronicles screenshots and videos (http://www.1up.com/do/gameOverview?cId=3156895)
Exclusive: Dewy's Adventure for Wii (http://wii.ign.com/articles/760/760616p1.html)
The Elebits team returns with a ground-up Wii game designed for the controller. Details, interview, screens and first footage inside!
by Matt Casamassina (http://wii.ign.com/email.html)
February 1, 2007 - Konami on Thursday revealed to IGN Wii its original new Wii title, Dewy's Adventure (http://wii.ign.com/objects/882/882221.html). Don't let the name fool you, though, because the game is built by the same team responsible for the critically-acclaimed action effort, Elebits -- a title that IGN selected as best Wii action project of last year.
In Dewy's Adventure, gamers take control of a recently incarnated water droplet, Dewy, whose Elder Tree master has fallen ill at the hands of the evil Don Hedron. It's up to Dewy to find a way to save the Elder Tree and restore order to the once-flourishing forests.
Players use the Wii remote to navigate the character through an assortment of environments and harness his special abilities. In terms of control, gamers tilt the Wii remote to angle and rotate the landscapes in order to position Dewy in the correct spots for puzzle-solving. Dewy can also modify the temperature of his immediate surroundings, changing ice to mist, for example. Using his elemental powers, Dewy can freeze or heat different parts of the worlds in order to trigger a variety of puzzles and advance. In addition, players can induce earthquakes, lightning bolts or even damaging gusts of wind, among other things, by shaking and waving the Wii remote respectively during certain situations.
http://wiimedia.ign.com/wii/image/article/760/760616/exclusive-dewys-adventure-for-wii-20070201031323677-000.jpg (http://wiimedia.ign.com/wii/image/article/760/760616/exclusive-dewys-adventure-for-wii-20070201031323677-000.jpg)
The title features six massive stages, each with its own unique visual style. On top the single-player experience, Dewy's Adventure boasts an Elebits-like edit mode that enables players to build complete stages with fully customizable puzzles, different landscape types and enemies. According to Konami, the stages can be played alone or cooperatively with a friend.
"Dewy's Adventure emphasizes Konami's commitment to creating innovative software for the Wii with one of a kind gameplay, unique motion sensitive controls, and a colorful game world packed with memorable characters," said Wilson Cheng, product manager with Konami. "Building upon the success of Elebits, Dewy's Adventure is poised to deliver another exciting and accessible gaming experience that is only possible through the immersive Wii hardware."
We've posted first screenshots and videos in our media sections. But Dewy hopefuls will really want to check out our exclusive interview with the development team (http://wii.ign.com/articles/760/760682p1.html) for a deeper look at the adventure to come.