Namco has updated their product calendar, dishing out the latest news and
target release dates for their PS2 and PSP games. Check out the info, straight
from the report:
PlayStation 2 Line-up
Namco Museum 50th Anniversary Arcade Collection (Classic Arcade, August
2005): To celebrate the company’s 50th anniversary, Namco has compiled 14
of its best original arcade titles including Pac-Man, Galaga, Dig Dug and
Xevious into the largest collection of Namco Arcade Classics ever.
Pac-Man World 3 (Platforming Adventure, Fall 2005): Pac-Man returns on
his 25th birthday to jump, bounce and charge his way through the Spectral Realm,
compete in classic 2-D and 3-D mazes and even take control of his long time
ghost adversaries to save Pac-Village.
Urban Reign (Fighting, September 2005): From the creators of Soul Clibur
and Tekken, take the fight to the streets with more than 60 playable characters
in all-out street brawling for up to four players.
Soul Calibur III (Fighting, Fall 2005): The legendary fighting series
returns with three new characters, an epic selection of worldwide arenas and a
groundbreaking character customization system.
MotoGP4 (Racing Simulation, Q3 2005): The world famous motorcycle racing
series returns with realistic physics, an all-new bike upgrade system and online
play for up to eight players.
Sniper Elite (Military Action/First Person-Third Person Shooter, Q4 2005): Topple the Soviet nuclear threat as an American sniper in World War II, using a
detailed sniping system to eliminate targets. Players can also play though
missions cooperatively with a friend or in competitive online battles.
We Love Katamari (Action, Fall 2005): The beloved Prince is back with
his cousins to return the stars to the whole Solar System. An all-new co-op
feature lets friends work together to complete tasks from the King’s many fans.
Tales of Legendia (RPG, February 2006): The renowned Tales series
returns with character designs from artist Kazuto Nakazawa and the innovative X-LiMBS,
battle system.
PSP Line-up
Namco Museum Battle Collection (Classic Arcade, August 2005): Enjoy
traditional and remixed versions of 20 Namco classics such as Pac-Man, Rally-X
and Dig-Dug, and even test your arcade skills in wireless cooperative and
competitive gameplay.
Pac-Man World 3 (Platforming Adventure, Fall 2005): Pac-Man returns on
his 25th birthday to jump, bounce and charge his way through the Spectral Realm,
compete in classic 2-D and 3-D mazes and even take control of his long time
ghost adversaries to save Pac-Village.
Payout Poker and Casino (Arcade Gambling, Fall 2005): Travel to the most
exclusive casinos in the world, engaging Lady Luck in 14 classic games including
Texas Hold ‘Em, Blackjack and Roulette, and even testing your luck online
against big betters from around the world.
