Most people that have managed to find a Wii are in love with Wii Sports. particularly with the bowling and the baseball. We have already seen some other iterations of the bowling games, but now Wii Baseball gets some competition with MLB Power Pros.

MLB Power Pros is a Japanese title that focses on pick up and play baseball using super cute little characters. Of most interest to me in this title is the ability to put your Mii’s into baseball games; I want to make a cartoon version of myself to play firstbase for the New York Yankees. Stay tuned for a full review of this title coming soon for the Wii. MLB Power Pros is also available for the PS2 if you don’t have a Wii yet.

I have to say, I think will move will bite Sony in the ass. In a statement to CVG, Sony stated they plan to stop supporting Backwards Compatibility in future PlayStation products.

I’m a big user of BC on my PS3. I put PS2 games in there all the time. With the Xbox 360 and Wii, it’s not so much. But with a large number of good PS2 games still coming out, it’s hard to completely get away from the system.

With the introduction of the 40GB PS3 in Europe, which does not support even software BC of PS2 titles, users will be forced to pull the PS2 out of the closet (or even possibly buy a new one) if they wish to play any titles from the last-gen console. Sony will be phasing out the current 60GB model in Europe and only leaving the 40GB PS3 (which includes everything from the 60GB model except no backwards compatiblity, no memory card readers, and only 2 USB ports).

I think the market may demand that Sony change their mind. Since the BC is software based anyway, it’s not like it would be hard to add this feature back into the system. If Sony tries to implement this in the US, I hope they have a plan to deal with the enormous back-lash they’ll face. If they’re trying to save their image and the system, this isn’t the way.

Zombies + Ninjas + Aqua Teen Hunger Force = Win. Seriously, how can you go wrong with that combination? Midway released a new trailer today for the PS2 game, which shows the hotly contested Sandwich Battle. Who will win the ultimate fight of good and evil?

Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: ERTS) announced today the complete soundtrack for Need for Speed™ ProStreet, which is set for North American release November 14, 2007 on the Xbox 360™ video game and entertainment system, PLAYSTATION®3 computer entertainment system and Wii™ as well as the PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system, Nintendo DS™, PC and mobile. The soundtrack features over 35 songs from artists representing a volatile range of styles, along with an original score by internationally renowned DJ/Producer/Musician Junkie XL that captures the skill, risk and velocity of pro street racing culture.

“The Need for Speed franchise has set the worldwide standard for not only racing games, but their soundtracks as well,” said Steve Schnur, Worldwide Executive of Music and Music Marketing at EA. “Now for the first time, Need for Speed ProStreet takes street racing from the underground to pro level with a music mix to match. We’ve brought together an unprecedented collection of artists that represents an international convergence of emerging Rock, aggressive Electro, UK Grime and much more, including a truly dangerous original score by our Artwerk artist Junkie XL. In a still-outlaw culture that demands complete authenticity, we have blended the ultimate audio racing fuel.”
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Lots and lots of beer + 8 people + 3 editions of SingStar until 4am = a crapload of fun. If you’ve never played SingStar, you need to experience the fun.

I’m going to go back to sleep now since I have a raging headache. That, and I saw the debacle known as today’s Philadelphia Eagles uniforms.

If you’ve never played SingStar on the PS2, it’s a karaoke rhythm game where you get points for singing the proper notes to your favorite songs. The first two editions, Pop and Rock, have been enormous hits throughout the world. To add to the great series, Sony recently released expansions for 80s and Amped. Here is a breakdown of some of the facets of Singstar: 80s and Singstar: Amped for the PS2:

Presentation and Graphics: SingStar games feature the original videos of each song where available. This proves hilarious for the 80s edition. There’s nothing better than watching Wham! run around with big Flock of Seagulls haircuts. Otherwise, it’s standard fare for a SingStar game. There’s not much needed in terms of graphics for a karaoke game. I’m assuming the upcoming PS3 version will pretty it up, but the PS2 versions only have white backgrounds with the video playing in the middle of the screen. 3 of 5

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Just a friendly reminder of the Monthly Top Commentator Contest here at Loot Ninja. September 1st is fast approaching, so gear up to be the first winner of this running contest.

September’s prize is a copy of Hot Shots Tennis for PS2. We reviewed this game and absolutely loved it and hope you will too.

For all the rules and such, check out the contest page here. Good luck to all!

The PS3 looks to be gaining some ground since it’s price drop last month. In June, Sony’s console sold roughly half of the Xbox 360’s 200k units. In July, they closed the gap a ton. Neither one can catch the Wii though, which is now the fastest selling console of all time. Here’s how they all stacked up in July:

• Wii – 425k
• Nintendo DS – 405k
• PlayStation 2 – 222k
• PlayStation Portable – 214k
• Xbox 360 – 170k
• PlayStation 3 – 159k
• Game Boy Advance – 87k

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Sony sent over the newest editions in the SingStar line, 80s and Amped, for us to review. I spent a bit of time with each and really like the song selections.

If you’ve never played SingStar, it’s a karaoke rhythm game for 1-8 people. You have 2 microphones where you have to sing, in time, with the lyrics on the screen. You get points for how well you do, similar to all rhythm games.

The 80s edition got me ready to rock out with some high socks and sweatpants, but my closet was empty so I didn’t have a wardrobe change. My favorite songs in 80s are “The Final Countdown” by Europe, “Wake Me Up Before You Go Go” by Wham, and “Eye of the Tiger” by Survivor. The Amped edition brings in some of the greatest alternative and rock songs. Favorites there are “Love and Memories” by O.A.R., “Every Rose Has Its Thorn” by Poison, and “Alive” by Pearl Jam.

I’ll have a full review for both in the middle of next week as I spend more time with the game. I’ve got some beer and tequila ready for a SingStar party this weekend.

It is official Rock Band is getting released on the PS2 as well as the Xbox 360 and PS3. Seems that the PS2 wil actually get unique game elements as well and the European versions of Rock Band will get localized music, maybe it’s like Pokemon – Gotta Catch ‘em all? Aside from this news, new tracks were also announced:

Rolling Stones “Gimme Shelter”
Deep Purple “Highway Star”
The Clash “Should I Stay or Should I Go”
Faith No More “Epic”
Smashing Pumpkins “Cherub Rock”
Radiohead “Creep”
Beastie Boys “Sabotage”
Jet “Are You Gonna Be My Girl”
OK Go “Here It Goes Again”
Nine Inch Nails “The Hand That Feeds”

From the press release:

Leipzig, Germany – August 22, 2007- Harmonix, the leading developer of music-based games, and MTV Games, a division of MTV Networks which is a division of Viacom (NYSE: VIA, VIA.B), along with distribution partner Electronic Arts (NASDAQ: ERTS), announced today plans to release the highly anticipated music videogame Rock Band™ on the PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system, Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and PLAYSTATION®3 computer entertainment system in Europe in early 2008. As previously announced, Rock Band forthe Xbox 360™ video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and PLAYSTATION 3 system will be released in the U.S. this Holiday 2007.
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