GAF - News - E3 2007: Namco Bandai announces lineup

News - E3 2007: Namco Bandai announces lineup

Posted by Josh Freund at 12:51:35 PM EST on 7.5.2007.

With less than a week to go 'till the new E3, more publishers are beginning to announce the games they'll be showing off at the event. Today, Namco Bandai announced its list of titles. It consists mainly of new entries in popular existing franchises (Katamari, Time Crisis, and Ace Combat, among others), along with a couple new IPs (Eternal Sonata, Space Station Tycoon). Notably absent from the list is Soul Calibur IV, though SC Legends is there.

Here's the full (looooong) list:

Ace Combat 6: Fires of Liberation
Release date: October 23, 2007
Platform: Xbox 360

Ace Combat 6 marks the debut of NAMCO BANDAI’s premiere flight action series on the Xbox 360 and is the most robust Ace Combat game to date. With photorealistic HD graphics, a massive selection of authentic licensed combat aircraft and new gameplay mechanics that let players control allied units across land, sea and air. Players can also engage in competitive and cooperative online dog-fighting for the first time in the series’ history via Xbox LIVE .

Beautiful Katamari
Release date: Fall 2007
Platform: Xbox 360

The King of All Cosmos, the Prince and all his cousins are back, making their debut in high definition on the Xbox 360 in an all-new wacky adventure. With new mission types, cousins, online multiplayer support for up to four friends via Xbox Live and the series’ timeless rolling gameplay, it’s the most outlandish Katamari adventure yet!

Culdcept SAGA
Release date Q1 2008
Platform: Xbox 360

The strategy of board games and depth of collectible card games come together on the Xbox 360 with Culdcept SAGA. Build your own custom deck from nearly 500 unique cards, amass territory and engage the enemy to bring peace to your war-weary homeland. Players can also customize their characters and put their custom decks to the test in massive four player online clashes.

Digimon World: Dawn/ Digimon World: Dusk
Release date: Fall 2007
Platform: Nintendo DS

Parallel games with intertwining storylines, Digimon World: Dawn and Digimon World: Dusk immerse players in the Digital World on a quest to fight a dangerous virus. Both games are packed with more than 400 different Digimon across eight distinct species for players to capture, train and evolve. Furthermore, rare Digimon can only be found in each respective version of the game. Featuring full online play via Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection, players will be able to trade and battle their unique Digimon teams against others from around the world.

Digimon World Data Squad
Release date: Fall 2007
Platform: PlayStation 2 system

Collect, train and evolve more than 140 Digimon in Digimon World Data Squad, an original role playing game based on the upcoming Digimon Data Squad animated series. With new cel-shaded graphics, a memorable storyline and voice acting by the cast of the animated series, players can get up close and personal to their favorite Digimon like never before!

Dynasty Warriors:GUNDAM
Release date: Summer 2007
Platform: Xbox 360, PLAYSTATION 3 system

Dynasty Warriors:GUNDAM combines the strategic fast-paced action of KOEI’s Dynasty Warriors series with the rich heritage and futuristic storyline of the GUNDAM universe to create an entirely original gaming experience. Thrusting players into massive battles with hundreds of Mobile Suits battling for the fate of the galaxy, the game delivers intense combat on land and in outer space on a massive scale. Players will be able to customize their Mobile Suit and experience storylines straight from GUNDAM lore as they attempt to turn the tides of battle against impossible odds.

Eternal Sonata
Release date: September 2007
Platform: Xbox 360

Delivering an epic storyline and RPG gameplay to the Xbox 360, Eternal Sonata allows players to become part of a dream world envisioned during the final three hours of world-famous music composer Frederic Chopin’s life. With a constantly evolving environment, a majestic classical music score, breathtaking cel-shaded graphics and an innovative battle system that supports up to three players, the RPG genre takes the leap to the next generation with this incredible game.

.hack //G.U. Vol. 3: Redemption
Release date: Fall 2007
Platform: PlayStation 2 system

The thrilling G.U. trilogy comes to a close in .hack//G.U. Vol. 3: Redemption, as players learn the truth behind “The World” and Haseo’s ultimate sacrifice to save the real world from the grasp of evil. Evolving the series’ action-RPG gameplay, Vol. 3 lets players customize their party with 22 unique characters, transform their avatars into new forms for even more destructive power, enhance their steam bikes and investigate the mysteries hidden deep within massive new dungeons.

Namco Museum DS
Release date: Fall 2007
Platform: Nintendo DS

Namco Museum DS delivers seven all-time arcade classics to the Nintendo DS – no quarters required! Featuring arcade-perfect renditions of Pac-Man, Galaga, Xevious, Dig Dug II, Galaxian, Mappy and Tower of Druaga, and the handheld debut of the critically acclaimed Pac-Man Vs. with wireless multiplayer support, there’s something for every gamer in this timeless compilation.

Namco Museum REMIX
Release date: Q4 2007
Platform: Wii

The ultimate cure for gaming nostalgia, Namco Museum REMIX gives gamers a dose of classic gaming with nine arcade hits and five remixed classics. Choose from original versions of arcade hits Galaxian, Dig Dug, Mappy, Xevious, Gaplus, Super PAC-MAN, Pac & Pal, Pac-Mania and Cutie Q or put your Wii Remote to the test with all new 3D versions of Pac’n Roll, Galaga, Pac-Motos, Rally-X and Gator Panic .

NARUTO: Ultimate Ninja Heroes
Release date: August 28, 2007
Platform: PSP system

Based on the hit animated series SHONEN JUMP NARUTO from VIZ Media, the rich NARUTO universe is at your fingertips with NARUTO: Ultimate Ninja Heroes, as players assemble a team of fighters and battle for ninja supremacy with 20 recognizable characters. Developed exclusively for North America and Europe, experience 3-on-3 team-based gameplay for the first time in the series on the PSP system and upgrade your warriors to create the ultimate fighting force! Create combinations of characters to unlock hidden teams with new and powerful special abilities, rewarding players with unique skills that may help them become the ultimate ninja hero.

NARUTO: Uzumaki Chronicles 2
Release date: September 2007
Platform: PlayStation 2 system

Boasting an exciting new storyline, extensive multiplayer cooperative gameplay, multiplayer versus battles and a greatly expanded array of playable characters, NARUTO: Uzumaki Chronicles 2 builds upon the success of its predecessor to deliver an original adventure with more advanced action adventure gameplay superior to its predecessor in every way. Naruto and his allies will face different challenges as they try to unravel the mystery of the Shirogane clan and their nefarious army of “puppet walkers.” Players can expect action-packed ninjutsu missions as well as the chance to explore intriguing locations across the world of Naruto beautifully rendered in 3D anime style.

Smash Court Tennis 3
Release date: July 10, 2007
Platform: PSP system

Take center court with Smash Court Tennis 3! Go head to head against 16 licensed tennis greats such as Maria Sharapova and Roger Federer in intense and realistic tennis matches. Customize the look of your player and learn new skills as you progress through the game’s Pro Tour mode, or put individual skills to the test in unique mini-games such as Bomb Tennis and Pac-Man Tennis.

SOULCALIBUR Legends
Release date: Q4 2007
Platform: Wii

The unparalleled weapon-based fighting series redefines itself on the Wii with SOULCALIBUR Legends, an original action-adventure that lets players battle around the world to unify the pieces of the cursed sword, Soul Edge. Bringing unprecedented combat depth to the genre, this tale of souls and swords burns with upgradeable weapons, a variety of playable characters as well as competitive and cooperative multiplayer modes.

Space Station Tycoon
Release date: Q3 2007
Platform: Wii

Put your entrepreneurial skills to the test with Space Station Tycoon! Build an intergalactic business from the ground up while managing the desires of a wacky group of space castoffs. Using the Wii Remote, create gravity points and easily expand your space station, or work together with a friend to run the competition into the ground.

Tales of the World: Radiant Mythology
Release date: July 2007
Platform: PSP system

The beloved Tales series arrives on the PSP system with an all-new storyline that reunites 19 characters from previous games in the series. Players can customize their character and take on 300 unique quests as they explore a massive colorful world and engage in thrilling real-time battles.

Time Crisis 4
Release date: Q4 2007
Platform: PLAYSTATION 3 system

The definitive arcade shooting franchise arrives on the PLAYSTATION 3 system with Time Crisis 4. Featuring the all-new Guncon 3 peripheral with two analog sticks and six buttons, players will be able to take aim like never before, blasting enemies with a new arsenal of firearms and selecting different paths through each level. Packed with new ways to play including a fully interactive FPS mode and tactical Crisis Missions, Time Crisis 4 launches the genre out of the arcade and into the next generation.

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sega sage 7.6.2007 at 10:56:06 PM

On one hand, I am disappointed that their PS3 offerings are so minimal. Why on earth do they think it is a good idea to put Eternal Sonota only on the XBOX 360? Between a pitiful Japanese install base and a largely apathetic audience in the west, JRPG's should never be exclusive to an XBOX platform. They would have done better to make it a Wii exclusive if they are attempting to ignore the PS3.

I am impressed at their PS2 offerings though. I once read a theory that the PS3 is doing so poorly because the PS2 is still doing so well. The theory stated that PS2 gamers don't feel driven enough to buy a PS3 becasue new (and moderately high profile) titles are still coming out for the PS2 including Shin Megami Tensei, Guitar Hero, Madden, .Hack etc. Namco's pledge to the platform seems to support that theory. Perhaps when the PS2 has nothing to look foward to, the PS3 will actually improve in its dire situation.

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outlawgamer7 7.6.2007 at 10:30:19 AM

Seen better from Namco, come on Namco keep up with your self.

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jekku 7.6.2007 at 07:37:29 AM

Didn't the teaser confirm that Soul Calibur IV would be 2008?

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sirsniffy 7.6.2007 at 07:23:07 AM

Where is all this 'Wii Support' that developers keep touting?

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aerobica 7.5.2007 at 09:58:05 PM

Time Crisis 4 for 360 please!

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ivoodoo 7.5.2007 at 04:30:03 PM

what slap in the face to the PS3!

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terpfen 7.5.2007 at 03:47:00 PM

I just noticed that Soul Calibur 4 (no, Namco, I'm not spelling it Soulcalibur) is absent from the list. That pretty much guarantees that SC4 is a 2008 game, possibly 2009 if it gets delayed.

I am really, really disappointed by the lack of Tales of Phantasia and Destiny, but I should've expected it. Maybe Atlus or Sony will bring them over.

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thehawk 7.5.2007 at 03:33:48 PM

Yeah, I was surprised to see only Time Crisis 4 for the PS3, but honestly that's the game I'd be the most interested in. Well, Soul Calibur Legends is a close second. I just love gun games.

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duque501 7.5.2007 at 03:13:27 PM

Obviusly Namço Bandai wants to get rid of the PS3 for ever, Being a Japaneese company, and having part of the stacks owned by nintendo, and not giving any good exclusive game for PS3, its a move Sony wont be too grateful for.
Orrr, they are leaving something for E3

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eggmanimn 7.5.2007 at 03:07:31 PM

Namco Museum DS is a must-buy because of Pacman VS. So unbelievably fun.

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darkage 7.5.2007 at 03:04:34 PM

Man, it'd be nice to see some numbers on how many times we've seen those Namco Museum games. Of course, I can always hope that they actually do it up like Konami did their Arcade Hits one....

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dapper swindler 7.5.2007 at 03:01:19 PM

Hey, check this out. How about a Katamari level creation feature? I think it would be easy to implement. You would be able to choose and place items. You wouldn't have to sculpt any kind of environment, because the environments are rollable items as well. Think about it.

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dapper swindler 7.5.2007 at 02:58:24 PM

"Whatever happened to Beautiful Katamari on the PS3?"

I heard it was axed due to surprisingly poor PS3 sales. Then it was also decided it to port it to Wii because of surprisingly good Wii sales.

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plentyofpaper654 7.5.2007 at 02:24:32 PM

Whatever happened to Beautiful Katamari on the PS3?

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eggmanimn 7.5.2007 at 02:09:42 PM

You don't want Idolmaster here. You really REALLY don't.

More than likely, they've got other things to announce as well. I remember them saying "Oh yeah, we've got Sword of Legendia for the Wii!" like...at least a year ago now. Guess that faded off into the sunset...OR DID IT?!?!??!#(*($#

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ohsnap 7.5.2007 at 01:50:18 PM

No Idolm@ster? I hate you, Namco.

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plentyofpaper654 7.5.2007 at 01:39:28 PM

Whatever happened to Beautiful Katamari on the PS3?

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ender13 7.5.2007 at 01:04:53 PM

As if that wasn't awesome enough, Dynasty Warriors: GUNDAM!!!!!!!!! Seriously, how much more money can they actually make off these franchises?

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mahew 7.5.2007 at 01:02:11 PM

Oh yeah, two Naruto games. I didn't notice them at first, I was focusing on the Xbox 360 and Wii games. Plenty of Naruto indeed!