Capcom has beamed us a couple of announcements, with the biggest being the official console announcement for Street Fighter IV. Both the PS3 and 360 versions were pretty much a given, but the Personal computer one took us by surprise. Well, not really; we’ve been hearing rumors about a Computer version for a while now. I guess actually seeing the words “Windows-based PC” direct from Capcom made it real.

The other announcement lets us know that Lost Planet: Extreme Condition COLONIES EDITION has shipped to retailers. This also concerns Computer gamers, as this title is a PC/console cross-platform affair. This new version also brings new multiplayer modes, weapons, and characters to the table.

What do you think about all of this Personal computer business? I like the idea of cross-platform, but will fighting fans (MUGEN doesn’t count) pick a Personal computer over consoles? Do you think there will be cross-platform on the internet gaming for SFIV?

Hit the jump for some of the interoffice comments on this announcement.

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PC gamers have been shooting each other up in id Software’s Enemy Territory: Quake Wars for quite a while now, but the time has finally come when console owners can partake in the team-based multiplayer fragfest as well.

That’s right, the Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 versions of Quake Wars are out now in the U.S., and will be released on May 30 in Europe and Australia.

I’ve never been a large team player, so when I tried the PC beta for Quake Wars a while back, my team got destroyed more often than not. Although I never took the time to learn how to play as the different classes correctly, I still sort of dug the game.

Anyone here picking up Quake Wars this week?

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Recently confirmed by the head of Maxis and now effectively double-confirmed, the new Oddworld game will have involvement from the series’ original creator. Previously thought to have left the World of Odd for aspirations in CG motion picture making, Lanning and his studio, Oddworld Inhabitants, are returning to the universe of their namesake with the next-gen Oddworld. While that game will still be under wraps for some time, it’s good to know that the original creators are involved, even if they do have their hands full.

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As the reviews slowly roll in and decisions are made about whether or not to purchase the game, Ninja Gaiden 2’s demo has yet to see release to the Marketplace. For some time now, the game’s xbox.com page had a message for its readers, telling them to: “Get your hands on the free demo coming to Xbox LIVE Marketplace in Might.”

While it is true that May isn’t over until the end of the week, the xbox.com page no longer has the message promising the demo’s arrival, and instead points readers to the Ask a Ninja videos. This could mean a host of things really: the demo has been held up, or it’s not coming at all, or it’s coming but the page has been changed early. In all honesty we hope for the latter, because after getting our hands on it we can’t wait to do it again!

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We hope you’re sitting own. The anticipated XBLA title, Bionic Commando Rearmed, has been delayed from its original May release. According to a classified communique found on the Bionic Commando blog, the game is complete but still requires some bug fixing, certification process before it’s ready for release.

No word on a new release for the title, which still plans to hit the Xbox 360, Personal computer and PS3 simultaneously.

Our friends at Joystiq has spared you the hassle of having to click through the entire retro text message found on the site which you can find after the break.

[via Joystiq]

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After testing the paid DLC waters only to find it contaminated with harmful amoebas, EA will be releasing a new pack of Army of Two DLC to the XBLM this Thursday, Might 29th. But this time it’ll release for free!

The Army of Two “Veterans Pack” will bring with it two new co-op campaign scenarios and an update to the China Canal Lock multiplayer map. The two co-op scenarios will include gang eradication in a Kiev subway station while the other scenario features a bunch of boss and ex-boss killing in Miami. Again, this DLC will be free, so if you are “lucky” enough to own the game, we advise giving it a download come Thursday.

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There’s a new FaceBreaker video making the internet rounds this day introducing a new female character to the boxing mix. Meet Kiriko, a 22 year old dancer who weighs “just a hair under a hundred” and whose voice is as annoying as a school bus full of screaming ten year olds hopped up on Pixy Stix. Well, actually, maybe it’s her use of the word “wicked” that bothers us because, like guys, she totally like can’t feel like her face. Like totally like wicked. Ahem, watch in complete awe …

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It looks like Penny Arcade Adventures: On the Rain-Slick Precipice of Darkness - Episode One has broken through the controversy and landed as the third most successful XBLA games during its launch period.

According to a post from Penny Arcade’s illustrator Mike Krahulik (aka Gabe), Episode One sold 16.5K units in the first three days of release. While it’s already impressive for a new game wedged between known quantities like RezHD, Ikaruga and N+ to sell well, it’s even more impressive considering Penny Arcade was priced twice as high as the rest in the top four.

According to Mike Krahulik, the top four three-day launch titles on XBLA are:

1. RezHD — 25k units
2. Ikaruga — 22.5k units
3. Penny Arcade Adventures Episode One — 16.5k units
4. N+ — 13k units

Also, according to a report by VGChartz, Penny Arcade’s debut title has landed the top spot as the highest grossing XBLA title to date; at $330,000 in its first three days, Episode One beat out the record debut titleholder WormsHD.

Congrats to Hothead Games for rolling twenties.

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Hey, it’s just after 2 PM EST so it’s time for another obligatory Gears of War 2 news post. One of our X3F Soldiers tipped us off to scans of a current article that showcased the new weapons and enemies in Gears 2. Since the other weapons spotted in the scans had been seen in the recent Assault gameplay video, we thought it would be a good time to introduce you to the flamethrower.

This no nonsense inferno-spitting handheld burns red hot and promises to cook a steak in 9 seconds flat, and we don’t mean a filet mignon or nothing–we’re talking a “half the cow is on your plate, why is my belt still on?” man-steak. We can’t even envision what the execution will be for the flamethrower, but we’re sure Epic has something brutal up their sleeve. Hell, as long as Marcus sprinkles some salt and pepper on a dude’s charred face afterwards, we’re cool with whatever. More scans available at Recenzeher.

[Thanks, BAK6E]

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Those keeping up on Grand Theft Auto IV (that’s all of you, right?) will remember that a few weeks ago Michael Hollick, best known as the voice of Niko Bellic in GTAIV, was covered by the New York Times in an article pointing out that the actor will receive no residuals or royalties of any kind for his performance. It’s important to note that he doesn’t point the finger at Rockstar but rather the Screen Actors Guild, which does not have specific rules regarding electronic performances.

While Hollick might have landed the New York Times, Jason Zumwalt, the voice of Niko’s cousin Roman, has turned to YouTube. Where it could be argued that Hollick’s approach to the matter had a certain degree of tact, Zumwalt’s approach is a bit … different. Essentially, he’s asking gamers to “Rent Roman.” It’s all a tiny hard to explain. Maybe you should just watch the video. Find it after the break (NSFW thanks to some salty language).

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