First ‘Fast and Furious’ Trailer

“New Model. Original Parts.”

And you thought only games got remade. The above trailer should let you know that not only is the movie industry out of ideas, but it has taken yet another page out of gaming’s marketing plan.

”Fast and Furious” looks to give the original movie’s cast something to do after being out of (profitable) work for some time now.

The trailer is entertaining, though, and it makes us mildly interesting in the “film,” out next summer.

Via IGN

ArchLord (PC) Spirits Awakening Screenshots

ArchLord is one of the more popular free-to-play MMOs currently on the scene. They reached the half a million player mark back in May after Codemasters changed the subscription model to “free-to-play”. Episode 3: Spirits Awakening (expansion) was released recently and is free to download for existing and new players. If you’d like to find out a little more about the game, check out the official site.

Alison Carroll Selected as the New Face of Lara Croft (Tomb Raider)

 

Full Press Release:

London 12th August: In her latest incarnation the new Lara Croft isn’t just a pretty face - as a former gymnastic representative for Great Britain, she’s now got the all action skills to match.

Athletic and agile, 23 year old Alison Carroll from Croydon is set to be catapulted from her current job as a receptionist to a world of superstardom as she follows in the footsteps of Oscar-winning actress Angelina Jolie and model Nell McAndrew to become the new face of Lara Croft.

Unlike her predecessors Alison does not come from a modelling background, but with 12 years’ experience as a professional display gymnast, she is completely at ease at the thought of appearing in front of thousands of screaming Lara Croft fans. She certainly had no trouble impressing the judges when she competed against hundreds of other hopefuls in the search to find the live model of the action heroine.

Alison is an elite gymnast who has flown the flag for Great Britain. She has performed across the UK and overseas as part of a team of twenty athletes, wowing Prince Charles when she appeared at a special event at Westminster Abbey. She is also a dedicated coach of younger gymnasts, and recently choreographed the routine for the junior team that won the British National Championships.

Alison already follows a rigorous training regime, visiting the gym six times per week, and will be well prepared as she embarks on the fast and gruelling training programme required to portray sexy heroine Lara Croft. Starting immediately she will undertake a series of courses which will include a SAS survival, combat and semi-automatic weapon firing courses in Eastern Europe, and a crash course in world archaeology, to become the world famous, archaeologist and action heroine.

Once completely trained in the ways of video gaming’s leading lady, Alison will be lining up a host of international modelling assignments, starring in TV commercials, appearing on chat shows and is set to travel the globe over the coming months.

Alison Carroll says; “This is a fantastic opportunity and I am really looking forward to embracing Lara’s world” said Alison Carroll “I still can’t believe they chose me to take on the role of Lara – and I can’t wait to get stuck in. This is my dream job – I have always wanted to be an action hero and hope to be able to use my gymnastic ability to perform all of Lara’s stunts. It is slightly daunting but I am really excited at the same time.”

Sarah Hoeksma, Eidos Group Marketing Director says; “With her tremendous athletic ability, dance training and striking look we feel Alison embodies all the assets required to be the live model of Lara Croft, and we are really looking forward to working with her.”

Alison follows in the footsteps of previous Lara Croft stars, Karima Adebibe, Lucy Clarkson, Rhona Mitra, Nell McAndrew, Lara Weller and of course Angelina Jolie in the Tomb Raider movies.

Tomb Raider: Underworld marks the first game in this popular, recognisable series that is designed specifically for next generation consoles. Lara Croft uncovers proof of the existence of the mythical hammer of the Norse God Thor, a weapon rumored to have the power to smash mountains into valleys and destroy the Gods themselves.

Setting an epic journey around the globe in motion, Lara visits the ruins of ancient civilizations, collecting clues that lead her to a forgotten power that could lay waste to civilization. Exploiting the power and capabilities of next generation consoles, Lara must hunt for clues across massive environments, solving multifaceted puzzles, facing foes both animal and supernatural, this time with the aid of enhanced weapons and abilities.

 

Rumor: Photos Of The New PSP Model (PSP-3000)

New images of the “PSP-3000″ originating from China have been all over the internet today. Many sites are claiming that this is proof that there is a new PSP model currently in production. The photos aren’t high quality enough for me to decide, so believing is up to you.  If these are correct by chance, it looks like it has a built-in mic and several changes to the physical appearance of the system.

Via Exophase

E3 Rumor: Microsoft Adding Miis To XBL

Rumors are starting to really fly from credible sources concerning Microsoft and E3.  Right now, we expect Microsoft to announce the future removal of gamer pics and the additions of “Mii-like avatars”.  We’re not sure what they are going to call them, but it’s the same little weird characters you get on the Nintendo Wii more or less.  The only other probable rumors is that they will be announcing a new 80GB 360 model and a price reduction for all other SKUs and accessories.  If you don’t have a 360 now, I’d suggest waiting until the end of summer when the price drops really start coming in…

 

Austrian PS3 Ad Replaces Penis With A Thumb

It looks like those wacky Sony marketers are at it again.  It’s been a while since the whole goat beheading debacle, so now they are back with an even crazier way to promote their products.  If you look closely at the full image, they have replaced the model’s penis with a thumb.  I have no idea what this means, but Sony certainly comes up with some odd international advertisements.  Why would they throw the thumb in there?  The only guess I can make is that it has something to do with giving the thumbs up for playing games on your PS3 or something.  Perhaps no one will ever know why Sony does the things they do.

Via Ads Of The World

Konsole Queen Teaser: Yaya Han

For those of you that check out the Konsole Kingz on Xbox LIVE, it looks like Yaya Han will be the next Konsole Queen available on the marketplace in April.   She was recently featured on Japanator and is certainly making a name for herself in gaming circles.  This model / cosplayer / costume designer is certainly one interesting person.  Check out her site sometime.

Via Konsole Kingz