So what is this console, is it a replacement for xbox and ps3? Is Nintendo doing to much at the same time or is it a smart move?

Some comments from my side:

- Its both a controller and console

- It’s not a big step up from consoles as x360 or PS3, it is better hardware wise but when the new xbox and ps4 comes it will be runned down again, wanted to see something much stronger.

- All the Zelda stuff was RENDERED, we havent seen anything play on the console in their show, all “good looking” stuff was rendered. BF3 was from our movies. I dont think the end game results will be significantly better than x360 and PS3. But the extra RAM will help with player limits that are stopping x360/ps3 today in for example BF3.

- No Blu Ray and the console and controller needs to be in the same room.

- Controller is not displaying HD graphics, only on the TV.

- It will come down to the price for me, Nintendo is always overpricing their consoles because they will never loose money, and that controller looks expensive, then you need to add the HD console itself.

I think WiiU will be perfect for families again, as Wii was and I do think it has more use than the Wii because of the extra screen in the controller. However it will be more expensive making it sell much less than before.

They also need the developers to support it, or Nintendo will be making all the games that sell again.
True that EA said that we could publish BF3 on it, but it’s not something we are focusing on atm since the console isnt out until “between 1 april and 31 december”, our focus now is on PC, x360 and PS3!

My guess is for release is holiday 2012, nintendo will show off the console hardware and controller more next E3, otherwise it’s just bad marketing from their side.

So what are your thoughts?

Read more to see them all!

Here is a one of my most favorite game, Mass Effect 3, there is really nothing that can compare to this game in this genre!
Not to sure about the voice commands using Kintect but I guess MS gives us a lot of money for us to use it =)

And who is not impressed by Bioshock Infinite? Looks amazing and the team that made the originial Bioshock is finally back with this one!

Far Cry 3, what can be said about this game, it looks more like the true sequel to Far Cry.
Far Cry2 wasent really a Far Cry game, they just borrowed the name to sell more copies, this one looks better!

Overstrike, a new game from Insomniac looks really cool, a mix of Left for dead and Team Fortress 2 vibes.

Playstation Vita, what to think, looks cool but not enough to buy it!

Today we have the Nintendo conference to looks forward to, finally you guys will also have the pleasure of seeing their new console!

http://live-event.ea.com/e3/press

Feel The Battle! This fall, prepare to feel the most physical shooter ever created, powered by the all-new Frostbite 2 gaming engine.

Battlefield 3 leaps ahead of the competition with the power of Frostbite™ 2, the next instalment of DICE’s cutting-edge game engine. This state-of-the-art technology is the foundation on which Battlefield 3 is built, delivering superior visual quality, a grand sense of scale, massive destruction, dynamic audio and incredibly lifelike character animations. As bullets whiz by, walls crumble, and explosions throw you to the ground, the battlefield feels more alive and interactive than ever before.

In Battlefield 3, players step into the role of the elite U.S. Marines where they will experience heart-pounding single player missions and competitive multiplayer actions ranging across diverse locations from around the globe including Paris, Tehran and New York

Features:
• Frostbite 2 – Battlefield 3 introduces Frostbite 2, the incredible technology that takes animation, destruction, lighting, scale and audio to new heights. Built upon this powerful game engine, Battlefield 3 immerses players physically and emotionally to the world around them like never before.

• Feel the Battle — Feel the impact of bullets and explosions, drag your fallen comrades into safety, and mount your weapon on almost any part of the terrain. Battlefield 3’s cutting edge animation, spectacular visuals and real as hell battle gameplay attack your senses and make you feel the visceral warriors experience like no other FPS.

• Unparalleled Vehicle Warfare — The best online vehicle warfare experience gets even better with a fitting sonic boom as fighter jets headline impressive lineup of land, air and sea vehicles.

• Urban Combat — Take the fight to iconic and unexpected places in the USA, Middle East, and Europe including claustrophobic streets, metropolitan downtowns, and open, vehicle-friendly landscapes as you fight your way through the war of tomorrow.

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Today my new game I been working on announcement and it is the multiplayer part of the new reboot of the Medal of Honor franchise!

Short summary:
EA LA are making the singleplayer campaign and EA DICE Sweden is making the multiplayer component.
I have my same old gameplay role tweaking weapons, vehicles and all other gameplay related stuff and designing / overlooking the level designs!

OBS! I wont be able to comment on anything specifics about this game yet.

Read the full press release after the jump!

December 2, 2009

EA GOES TO WAR WITH ALL-New ‘Medal of Honor’

EA Reinvents Franchise with New Development Teams, New Soldier, New Setting

LOS ANGELES, California – December 2, 2009 – Medal of Honor™ returns to the front lines, this time in today’s war. For the first time in the franchise’s 10-year history, Medal of Honor is leaving the WWII theatre and putting players in war-torn Afghanistan. Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: ERTS) today revealed that in 2010, Medal of Honor, an all-new first-person shooter game, will introduce the Tier 1 Operator: a relatively unknown entity directly under the National Command Authority who takes on missions no one else can handle. The development team has been working closely with Tier 1 Operators from the U.S. Special Operations Community since the earliest stages of development to create the most authentic modern war experience. Medal of Honor depicts modern military operations through the lens of a small band of fictional characters. Inspired by real events, Medal of Honor reveals the mission of today’s most elite American soldier – his will, his mindset and his uncompromising professionalism.

Medal of Honor is being built with a best-in-class single-player campaign. The Medal of Honor development team at EALA has been hand-selected by the studio leadership of General Manager Sean Decker, Executive Producer Greg Goodrich and Senior Creative Director Rich Farrelly. To compliment the single-player experience, EALA has enlisted the multiplayer expertise at EA DICE. This team will develop the multiplayer experience of Medal of Honor. These two studios are coming together to deliver a world-class Medal of Honor that is poised to re-set the franchise for a new generation.

“When we first set out to reinvent Medal of Honor, we wanted to stay true to its roots of authenticity and respect for the soldier but bring it into today’s war. The Tier 1 Operator is the most disciplined, deliberate and prepared warrior on the battlefield.  He is a living, breathing, precision instrument of war.” said Greg Goodrich, Executive Producer, Medal of Honor. “We are honored to have the rare opportunity to work closely with these men to create a game that shares their experience.”

“EA has always been an advocate for telling the soldiers’ story. The new Medal of Honor follows that tradition. We felt it was important to tell the story of today’s war and today’s elite soldiers via today’s most relevant medium – videogames,” said Sean Decker, VP and General Manager of EALA. “We are so proud to bring together two powerhouse development teams to make this game a reality; EA Los Angeles and EA DICE. Medal of Honor promises to be an unforgettable entry in the modern shooter genre.”

Follow us on twitter at: http://www.twitter.com/medalofhonor. Become a fan on Facebook athttp://www.facebook.com/medalofhonor. For additional information and news, visitwww.medalofhonor.com.

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About Electronic Arts

Electronic Arts Inc. (EA), headquartered in Redwood City, California, is a leading global interactive entertainment software company. Founded in 1982, the Company develops, publishes, and distributes interactive software worldwide for video game systems, personal computers, wireless devices and the Internet. Electronic Arts markets its products under four brand names: EATM, EA SPORTSTM, EA Mobile TM and POGOTM. In fiscal 2009, EA posted GAAP net revenue of $4.2 billion and had 31 titles that sold more than one million copies. EA’s homepage and online game site is www.ea.com. More information about EA’s products and full text of press releases can be found on the Internet at http://info.ea.com.EA, EA SPORTS, EA Mobile, POGO and Medal of Honor are trademarks or registered trademarks of Electronic Arts Inc. in the U.S. and/or other countries.

>> Battlefield and dedicated server blog.

Also short update about me:
The reason my blog is dead atm is because I am working on an un-annouced project, as soon as I can talk about it I will kick it back into life, I promise!

EDGE is one of the most prestige gaming magazines so we feel really proud of achieving 9/10 from them.

This is a good proof of how great this game really is!

FYI,
Battlefield 1943′s release dates will be released today in the afternoon, CET time.

“DICE can confirm that Battlefield 3 is currently in development but at this stage we have no further comments to add.”

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But even better news is that we had a good playtest on Battlefield 1943 PC today and I am getting a lot of great feedback from my fellow hardcore PC players here at DICE!