[Multi] That Game Company aiming to wide the audience that their games reach

[Multi] That Game Company aiming to wide the audience that their games reach

So far the three games developed by That Game Company have been exclusively released on Sony's PlayStation Network (only two of them are currently available though), this was because of a contract that the company had with Sony at the time. Now that they are finishing up their third game that will be the final one in the three game contract that remains exclusive to the PSN.

In an interview with Pushsquare, Journey developer Jenova Chen talks about the fact that their three game contract with Sony is going to be done once Journey releases in March, which will then allow them to explore multiple platform.

“Right now we are very much exploring ways to bring our games to a bigger audience, beyond just PlayStation,” Chen said.

“We are still in the process of negotiating, but I hope that we can announce it [soon]. But right now it’s still in the process.”

I hope this happens so that all three main platforms can spew joy and excitement over each new release from That Game Company together in perfect harmony. Journey will be available on the PSN this March.

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Nintendo Aiming for Casual Gamers with New Marketing

With two major releases this winter season, the Nintendo brand is said to be focusing its 3DS efforts on attracting casual gamers to the fold as the holidays approach. Representatives from Nintendo have recently spoken out on its desire to attract not just core gamers, but also older players and more casual gamers.

The two major Nintendo 3DS games coming out this winter are Mario Kart 7 and Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games. The “Mario” brand alongside the “Sonic” name should be a coop for Nintendo, as they look to use that recognition to bring more interest to the 3DS.  Mario Kart has long been a favorite franchise of casual gamers, while having the Sonic and Mario names together for the other release could also be an attractor for non core gamers.

The good thing about both releases is that they seem to have a heavy amount of focus on upgrades for core gamers, as well as the main attractions to non core gamers. Mario Kart 7 in particular is expected to have a heavily bolstered online community and access. The Mario and Sonic at the Olympic Games release will feature major upgrades for handheld 3D with excellent visuals and mini games.

The United States representative for Nintendo, Reggie Fils-Aime recently spoke to Games Blog by highlighting that these releases will be targeted outside of the regular 3DS audience, as far as marketing goes. He said that this marketing strategy in no way meant that a move away from traditional Nintendo titles would be on the horizon.

Fils-Aime claimed that following the winter period, the 3DS could have a different target as far as games go, with a new showcase of games available for the casual gamer.  The 3DS will certainly be spotlighted this holiday season as it’s struggled since its release.

Nintendo is said to be expanding the digital landscape for the 3DS in the very near future as well. Gaming pieces will soon be available in the form of add on content for both physical and digital games. The eShop will also look to allow video content, as well as the gaming features that are currently desired.

Moving forward, Fils-Aime was adamant in saying that efforts involving 3DS will continue to “push the envelope with new, unique, and different experiences” for the console. Look for new 3DS content to appeal to a large range of people with specific titles that are diverse. Some new games could be targeted for older users, while others could appeal more to women. In the present, Nintendo is likely banking on the success of big brand names such as Mario Kart and the Sonic to help push sales in December.

Written By: NintendoFuse Contributor, Justin Taylor

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Lego Harry Potter: Years 5-7 aiming for all consoles this holiday

by Ben Gilbert on May 19th 2011 11:25AM

If you're as obsessed with the boy who lived as we are, this summer's final chapter in the Harry Potter film series is unlikely to sate your desire for British wizardry. Thankfully, Warner Bros. has announced that the next entry in the Lego Harry Potter series will arrive on pretty much anything that plays video games, sometime "this holiday."

Lego Harry Potter: Years 5-7 follows Harry and co. through the treacherous final years at Hogwarts, leading up to the seventh book's catastrophic conclusions. Interestingly, the game is one of a handful of announced games for Sony's forthcoming system, the NGP (in addition to the PSP -- they're going to live alongside each other, remember?)

If Lego HP lives up to its promise of launching on all those consoles this holiday, it looks like North America is still set to be one of the first territories getting Sony's new handheld before year's end. Reps from WBIE hadn't gotten back to us as of publishing.

[Pictured: Lego Harry Potter: Years 1-4]

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