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radioioRobert on 22 April 2009

Ok, I really cannot understand the thinking at Konami. They just announced they have re-imagined the way they are doing the Karaoke Revolution series, and will release a new game for Fall for PS3, 360, & Wii. They mention the Wii version in the press release first, as the last 3 KR games (all American Idol presents KR) have sold the best on the Wii. This will be the first time KR has used the original tracks and not cover songs.  

The press release details that only the PS3 and 360 versions have a "party" mode, can play a party game for up to 16 players. The PS3 and 360 versions will also be the only ones to be able to download new songs, and play online.

What?

The most obvious crown of stupidity goes to the person  at Konami that made the Wii version the one to exclude local party mode. What did he say at the meeting? "Let's not bother with party mode on the console people play at parties, lets just put it on the hardcore HD consoles." somebody should immediately be fired for that. And last time i checked, the Wii plays games online well if a developer tries to make it work, Wii owners don't seem to be complaining that they could play the last 2 GH games online, as well as RB2. They can play 32 player MOH, 8 player COD, 12 player MK, and many more with no problems.  

Now that the space issue is dead and gone, Wii owners can download unlimited amounts of Rock Band and Guitar Hero songs. And since KR sells more on the Wii, they are choosing to not take additional money from Wii owners for extra songs to sing? This is PERFECT DLC for the casual gamer!

Konami is crazy to gimp the game to the system that has had the best sales for the last 3 volumes of the game? Even DDR (dying horse that it is) now sells better on the Wii now than the competitors. Maybe the next Wii version will come with a piece of painted cardboard instead of a dance pad....

Now I know this is the same brilliant Konami that made an amazing PES 2008, yet released it and the 2009 version 6 months after  every other version (and probably wondered why it didn't sell). This was extremely stupid, however PES never sold the best on Wii, even though it was critically acclaimed. And by releasing it so late , this was destined to happen.

but KR sells best on Wii. It is unbelievable to me that the gimped version of Karaoke Revolution would go to the console with the highest sales.

 Nintendo prints money, Konami pisses it away.  



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radioioRobert on 22 April 2009

Here's the source:

http://www.developmag.com/press-releases/46553/KONAMI-ANNOUNCES-KARAOKE-REVOLUTIONreg-FOR-THE-Wiitrade-PLAYSTATIONreg3-AND-XBOX-360reg

Press Release

KONAMI ANNOUNCES KARAOKE REVOLUTION® FOR THE Wii™, PLAYSTATION®3 AND XBOX 360®

Only Karaoke Game to be Released on All Next Gen PlatformsFeatures All-New Songs, Expanded Multiplayer and Party Modes and a Brand New Career Mode

April 21, 2009

Media Alert

Konami Digital Entertainment, Inc.

EL SEGUNDO, Calif. - April 21, 2009 - Konami Digital Entertainment, Inc., today announced Karaoke Revolution® for Wii™, Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and PLAYSTATION®3 computer entertainment system. The newest title in the groundbreaking music series distinguishes itself in the market as it is the only karaoke game that will be available on all next gen platforms. Additionally, the game will let karaoke fans sing and compete against friends with expanded multiplayer modes, 50 all-new hit songs from master recordings, as well as 16 original customizable venues and newly enhanced customizable characters including facial and body morphing.

Transforming video game consoles into a high-end interactive karaoke machine, Karaoke Revolution's expanded multiplayer modes allows players to throw karaoke parties with their friends where they can perform as teams or choose to play in the single player career mode. If you just want to hear your favorite songs in succession, create a playlist and whenever you're ready to perform, pick up the microphone and jump in at anytime! Players can join together on a wide variety of contemporary hits and classic favorites from licensed master recordings. Additionally, those using either the Xbox 360® or the PLAYSTATION®3 can utilize the co-op Party Mode with multiple game modes for up to 16 players or battle with or against each other in the ultimate competition.

Also new to this year's version is the custom venue and custom character creators which allow singers to design and personalize their venues and characters in ways that will be guaranteed to catch the attention of the crowd. Karaoke Revolution also offers singers to almost create a virtual representation of themselves with the abundance of character customization and record themselves with the Xbox LIVE Vision Camera or the PLAYSTATION® Eye to incorporate themselves right on screen inside their custom venues! Additionally, Xbox 360 and PS3 gamers can also select and download licensed master tracks, share exclusive venues and additional clothing and accessories.

Like all versions from this acclaimed franchise, Karaoke Revolution features a proprietary voice recognition technology which accurately recognizes and scores vocal pitch and rhythm. Real-time feedback is offered by the dynamic crowds that fill each virtual venue. The game comes packaged with a microphone for players to be ready to perform.

Karaoke Revolution will be released in the fourth quarter of 2009. For more information on the game, please visit: http://www.konami.com/kr

About Konami

Konami is a leading developer, publisher and manufacturer of electronic entertainment properties. Konami's titles include the popular franchises Metal Gear Solid®, Silent Hill®, DanceDanceRevolution® and Castlevania®, among other top sellers. The latest information about Konami can be found on the Web at www.konami.com. KONAMI CORPORATION is a publicly traded company based in Tokyo, Japan with subsidiary offices, Konami Digital Entertainment Co., Ltd. in Tokyo, Japan, Konami Digital Entertainment, Inc. in the United States and Konami Digital Entertainment GmbH in Frankfurt, Germany. KONAMI CORPORATION is traded in the United States on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol KNM. Details of the products published by Konami can be found at www.konami.com.

Microsoft, Xbox, Xbox 360, Xbox LIVE, and the Xbox logos are trademarks of the Microsoft group of companies.

"PlayStation", "PLAYSTATION" and "PS" Family logo are registered trademarks of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.

KONAMI is a registered trademark of KONAMI CORPORATION.

Media Contacts:

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Brandon Cox

310-220-8100

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JGarret on 22 April 2009

Not surprising, the Wii is the first sales leading console that, even after almost 3 years, is still largely ignored on a lot of things.



Words Of Wisdom on 22 April 2009

PS3 and 360: Hey devs, check this out. You can put DLC in for your games like this.

Nintendo: Bwuh?

[2 years later]

Nintendo: Hey guys, we worked with the folks at Red Octane and we finally have DLC for games!

PS3 and 360: ...



Gilgamesh on 22 April 2009
Words Of Wisdom said:
PS3 and 360: Hey devs, check this out. You can put DLC in for your games like this.

Nintendo: Bwuh?

[2 years later]

Nintendo: Hey guys, we worked with the folks at Red Octane and we finally have DLC for games!

PS3 and 360: ...

lmao

@RadioioRobert, Really Konami is no different then most other third party publishers. Maybe that'll change in the future, but it doesn't look like it.



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Zeethr on 22 April 2009

what is wrong w/koniami? maybe releasing Castlevania Judgement is what is wrong with Konami. roflmfao!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!



SaviorX on 22 April 2009

The Wii.... always getting played.



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radioioRobert on 22 April 2009
Gilgamesh said: @RadioioRobert, Really Konami is no different then most other third party publishers. Maybe that'll change in the future, but it doesn't look like it.

I get that, and understand the thinking in a lot of cases, even though it is flawed. But here, the Wii version is the clear money maker, yet it's getting the least effort.

If you worked 3 jobs (1 for each console), which would you put the most effort into? The one that pays you the most money.... common sense, right? So why is the opposite of common sense being applied here?

 



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averyblund on 22 April 2009

And people wonder why gaming companies are in trouble...



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SaviorX on 22 April 2009

I don't understand how the Wii version of Call of Duty: World at War (Wii) got tiny DLC, and Samba de Amigo, but nothing else can.



Leatherhat on July 6th, 2012 3pm. Vita sales:"3 mil for COD 2 mil for AC. Maybe more. "  thehusbo on July 6th, 2012 5pm. Vita sales:"5 mil for COD 2.2 mil for AC."