Microsoft E3 Press Brief

Topic: E3 News Coverage

I just returned from the kick off event from Microsoft for E3 2007 and they had some pretty cool games to show off including footage from Halo 3 and more. Microsoft also announced that all the games save one that they showed tonight will be available this year in time for the holidays.

As you might expect, Xbox 360 is getting most of the love, but Games for Windows also has some very interesting titles coming including a Piñata Island game and the Gears of War for PC. Microsoft showed off some Gears of War for PC footage and it looked fantastic. Read more

Posted on Wed, 11 Jul 2007 01:03:08 CDT | by Shane McGlaun

E3: Microsoft announces Xbox 360 Halo 3 Special Edition Console

Topic: E3 News Coverage

Microsoft announces at the E3 Summit 2007 a Halo 3 themed Xbox 360 console.

Microsoft already sells the Halo 3 Zune Player, so it is no surprise that they also offer a Halo 3 themed Xbox 360 console for hardcore Halo fans.

The Halo 3 console features an exclusive Spartan green and gold paint job and comes bundled with a matching Xbox 360 Wireless Controller, 20GB Hard Drive, Headset, Play & Charge Kit, and exclusive Halo 3 Gamer Pics and Theme (available via Xbox LIVE download). Read more

Posted on Wed, 11 Jul 2007 00:40:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

2K Games and 2K Sports Game Line-Up for E3 2007

Topic: E3 News Coverage

The Take-Two Interactive game labels 2K Games and 2K Sports announce their game line-up for the Media & Business Summit 2007.

The 2K Games line-up includes the first person shooter, BioShock, as well as the debut of Sid Meier's Civilization(R) Revolution(TM). The 2K Sports line-up features the next installments from top-rated franchises, including NHL(R) 2K8 and All-Pro Football 2K8. Read more

Posted on Tue, 10 Jul 2007 09:00:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Activision E3 2007 Game Line-up and Guitar Hero III News

Topic: E3 News Coverage

Activision, Inc. today announced that legendary guitar hero Slash will provide an original track and appear as a boss battle character in Guitar Hero III: Legends of Rock. Additionally, Guns N' Roses' rock anthem hit "Welcome to the Jungle" will be included in the game's soundtrack.

Activision also announced their game line-up for the E3 Business & Media Summit that starts tomorrow in LA.
The Activision E3 Line-up includes Bee Movie(TM) Game, based on the upcoming computer-animated comedy from DreamWorks Animation, Call of Duty(R) 4: Modern Warfare(TM), id Software's Enemy Territory: QUAKE Wars(TM), Guitar Hero(TM) III: Legends of Rock, Spider-Man: Friend or Foe(TM) and Tony Hawk's Proving Ground. Read more

Posted on Tue, 10 Jul 2007 08:26:46 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Midway Game Lineup for 2007 E3 Business & Media Summit

Topic: E3 News Coverage

Midway Games Inc. announces the games the will show this week at the E3 Summit 2007.

lineup showcases exciting new properties such as Stranglehold, highly anticipated next generation games such as BlackSite: Area 51, developed by Midway Studios - Austin, proven brands such as Unreal Tournament 3 from world renowned developer Epic Games and Ultimate Mortal Kombat, Midway's top-selling fighting franchise's debut on Nintendo DS; and kid's games like Foster's Home for Imaginary Friends, based on the top-rated Cartoon Network series. Read more

Posted on Mon, 9 Jul 2007 08:29:09 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Sony to provide E3 Summit 2007 Content on Playstation Network

Topic: E3 News Coverage

Sony informs that they will provide new game trailers and content during the E3 Business & Media summit on the Playstation Network.

Microsoft has already a little tradition on providing coverage and content during the E3 on the Xbox live platform. Of course Microsoft is also at it again this year.

The focus of this year’s condensed E3 is most likely just on games. There are close to no expectations on new video game hardware announcements. Read more

Posted on Sat, 7 Jul 2007 04:00:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

GamePro Expo 2007 is the new E3

Topic: E3 News Coverage

There is light at the end of the tunnel for all the unemployed booth babes in LA. IDG announces plans to organize a big Video Game Expo in October 2007 that will replace the E3.

The GamePro Expo 2007 is blessed by ESA and also former E3 organizers joined the venture to bring back a large U.S. based video game show.

The E3 2007 got canceled in August. There is a small industry gathering instead dubbed Media and Business Summit. It will take place on July 11-13, 2007, in Santa Monica, California. Read more

Posted on Sat, 4 Nov 2006 13:00:00 CST | by Luigi Lugmayr

The Best E3 2006 Booth Babe Photos

Topic: E3 News Coverage

Our photographer Glenn Francis spent nights and days to select his favorite booth babe photos he took from the 1000s of shots he took at the E3 2006.

One month has passed since the largest gaming show has taken place in Los Angeles. We published 'raw' photos of the E3 models back then.

Now we have published the best 170 booth babe photos with Glenn's Photoshop magic applied for your viewing pleasure.

The Highlights from this years E3 show included for us of course our own I4U News Newscasters we sent to the show. Paris Hilton did her thing as well at E3 06. I liked Tara Rice better in her Hulk outfit at E3 2005.
Below you find a little taste from the gallery. Read more

Posted on Tue, 13 Jun 2006 10:09:02 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Girls Go To E3 Too - Video Interview With Girls Gaming Guide

Topic: E3 News Coverage

Our reporter at the E3 2006 Jack Olmsted caught up with Nikki Inderlied from Girls Gaming Guide (She apparently owns every game console under the sun).

Girls Gaming Guide is reporting about the new games from E3 that feature the 'girl factor'.

Watch the video interview for more details.
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Posted on Fri, 19 May 2006 02:25:15 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

America's Army Meets the I4U Gadget Model Squad at E3 2006

Topic: E3 News Coverage

The US military brought out real gear and soldiers to the E3 Expo 2006 to promote their official U.S. Army Game: America's Army.

I4U model Francesca (photo above) immediately took over the command without having to use force.
Military and war simulation games are still a huge trend. People are just fascinated with war and military despite the drastic consequences.

See the photos (60 photos) documenting the meeting between America's Army and our photo model squad.
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Posted on Tue, 16 May 2006 11:22:31 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Steven Spielberg and Shigeru Miyamoto Played Tennis on the Nintendo Wii

Topic: E3 News Coverage

Steven Spielberg had time (or the chance) for a tennis match on the Nintendo Wii against Nintendo's own Shigeru Miyamoto.

We missed this match of titans, but AP has made several photos of this tennis match on the new Nintendo Wii console.
Mr. Spielberg is totally into the gameplay, his facial expressions are just very entertaining. Read more

Posted on Mon, 15 May 2006 12:48:51 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr