Icon Games adds to the PSP Minis release roster
Independent studio has four titles in the works
Icon Games Entertainment has announced that it’s working on games for Sony’s new PSP Minis service. The self-publishing independent outfit has committed to releasing four new titles for the platform by the end of the year.
Here’s the official rundown from the Icon Games website:
Arcade Air Hockey & Bowling - PSPdue late 2009
Fully featured 3D versions of Air Hockey & Bowling, with smooth analogue control and realistic gameplay. Win trophies and unlock new equipment in the World Tour career mode, or challenge a friend to play.
• 2-player ‘Hotseat’ multiplayer – play with friends and family in versus play modes
• Varied game modes – including Practice, Versus and Season
• Player rewards – unlock new equipment and special trophies
• Season mode – become the World Ranked No.1 player; winning extra rewards and secrets along the way
Arcade Pool & Snooker – PSP due late 2009
Test your cue skills with this authentic billiards experience. Try your hand at 7 different billiards games, including 9-ball, 8-ball (US & UK rules), 15-ball, snooker & more.
• Authentic simulated billiards experience with smooth analogue cue action
• 2 player ‘Hotseat’ play – challenge a friend to a game of pool
• Player rewards – unlock new cues and pool tables
• Season mode – become the World Ranked No.1 player; winning extra rewards and secrets along the way
Stuntcars - PSP due late 2009
High-speed competitive stunt racing over fast paced track circuits with chicanes, ramps, raised hairpin turns, half-pipes and even jumps over alien UFO’s! Can you become the ultimate Stunt Car Racer?
• 24 wild and challenging stunt tracks
• Extensive single player gameplay, including Race, Time Trial, Championship and Time Challenge modes
• Choose from 6 individually tuned cars which are rated differently for speed, acceleration, braking and handling
• Earn Achievement awards; 12 to win – including Gold Hero, Track Warrior, Stopwatch Pro, Stunt Champion
Arcade Darts – PSP due late 2009
With authentic darts playing feel, prepare for fun as you control your throws precisely and easily to beat your opponent. Challenge 20 different computer players with a range of skill levels or play against a friend.
• Varied Play Modes – including Practice, Versus, Arcade, Career and Custom Tournament play
• Game variations – 6 different game variations including 701, 501, 301, Around the Clock, Around the Clock Reverse and Cricket
• 2-player ‘Hotseat’ multiplayer – play with friends and family in versus play modes
• Player rewards – unlock new dart flights & dart sets
• Arcade Mode – start at the bottom and progress from rookie to pro with the ultimate goal of becoming the best player. Win rewards and secrets