Yes, the rumors are true today EA, Harmonix and MTV games announced Rock Band 2 for a September release. Although the announcement was a bit weak it may have gave a few answers fans wondered about. All DLC content will work with Rock Band 2 although it was announced the new bundles would have enhancements. My guess is that you won’t need to replace everything in order to play the game. I am happy that they are going ahead with another but I do have concerns the last DLC Album from the Pixies cost gamers almost $20.00 this is a trend that needs to be stopped! Set a price maybe 1200 Microsoft points max for each album and keep the songs and the same price. As far as a song list or what enhancements are coming all will be answered at E3 this year. I know there is a huge Rock Band event scheduled so watch for more information soon. I guess with Guitar Hero 4: World Tour the battle is on and should make for an interesting Christmas season. Rock Band 2 will also hit the PS3 at a later date.

I have always hated when a game or game system launched on a Sunday just one of those odd things. In any case this Sunday Guitar Hero: Aerosmith lands in stores. There are special midnight events hosted by BestBuy, and other places but you need to check in your area. The game is shipping in 2 ways game only and the bundle with wireless guitar and limited edition faceplate. The bundle is $99.99 and also comes with a tour book. It will also have both online and offline co-op modes and some great songs.

Last week I posted that the Spore Creature Creator hit stores and since then there have been over 1 million creatures created and shared. It shows that gamers have a strong interest in the upcoming PC title Spore so EA and Maxis have announced a special edition loaded with free stuff and extras. Spore Galactic Edition will feature a free DVD teaching and showing secrets of the Spore Universe. A second DVD How to build a better being that aired on National Geographic Channel and a 100 page book. Along with a cool fold out poster and behind the scene footage from the developers all packed in a special box set.

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EA sent word that Tony Parker will grace the cover of NBA Live 09 he will also serve as an official spokesman for the game. The San Antonio Spur’s point guard is already a three time champion and has two all-star appearances. Not bad for someone who is only 26 years old and about to start his seventh season in the NBA. NBA Live 09 will feature a new Pick and Roll and Lockdown controls. It will also allow 5 on 5 meaning up to ten gamers can play the same game at once online. The game ships in October for more information visit the official website by clicking here.

By now everyone knows the rumors are true the next Call of Duty will return to WWII and Treyarch is at the helm of this one. Call of Duty: World at War sounds like a mixture of the last game and a return to the roots of the original series. Right now you can download the teaser trailer on the marketplace and take a look. I am going to be honest I thought COD 4 nailed things perfectly and was really hoping they would continue with that angle. Returning back to WWII may be a good idea but I need to see more. It seems that the single player mode will offer a deeper story. Stay tune for more on this since E3 is right around the corner I am sure we will learn more.

Tor Books announced the next Halo Novel The Cole Protocol which should be great news for fans of the series. The Cole Protocol will be written by Tobias S. Buckell and an audio edition is also planned. The book will take fans deeper into the Halo Universe and will tell the location of the Spartan Gray Team. It also will show alliances formed that will surprise fans of the series. No date for release yet but it’s confirmed and I wanted to pass the word on to our readers.

RockStar Games announced that they are done with a patch for the Xbox 360 and PS3 versions of GTA IV. Posted on the social club website they said the next time gamer’s pop in the disc an auto update will load. The patch is mainly for multiplayer issues and for those experiencing freezing or getting dropped in multiplayer sessions. Click here to see all the fixes and then take some time to look around the social club.

EA sent over a new trailer for their upcoming thriller Dead Space and I must say it looks great. The video is called Dismemberment and gives pointers on how to survive in the game. It also shows that EA and the team are going all out to make Dead Space a great game for its Halloween release date. Check out the video below and then head over to the official Dead Space website for new content including a brand new comic and the developer blog that has been updated. EA promised that they plan on sending out more about the game and the website is being updated all the time. Click here to get to the site and check out the cool things updated.

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EA Sports sent word that their NBA Live 09 website is now live. Gamers can read the exclusive producer blog from Brain Ullrich. They plan on featuring producers profiles in the next few weeks. For all NBA Live fans go check out the new site and read up on the new features for this year. Click here to get to the NBA Live 09 website.

EA sent word that Command & Conquer 3: Kane’s Wrath has shipped to stores today. The game is a follow up to C&C 3: Tiberium Wars but is a standalone title. Meaning the last game is not needed to play it gamers will see several improvements and new features. A new control stick feature and support for the Live Vision Camera. Kane’s Wrath will feature 13 missions for the single player mode and includes over 40 minutes of video footage. While the multiplayer mode offers 50 maps and supports 4 players at one time. The game will retail for $39.99 not bad for all that it’s going to offer.