{"id":5993,"date":"2012-07-10T00:26:06","date_gmt":"2012-07-10T04:26:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/geekstronomy.com\/?p=5993"},"modified":"2012-07-10T00:41:02","modified_gmt":"2012-07-10T04:41:02","slug":"e-v-a-square-enix-brings-a-powerhouse-of-playable-titles-to-san-diego-comic-con","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/geekstronomy.com\/?p=5993","title":{"rendered":"E.V.A.: SQUARE ENIX BRINGS A POWERHOUSE OF PLAYABLE TITLES TO SAN DIEGO COMIC-CON"},"content":{"rendered":"

Square Enix, Inc<\/a>., the publisher of SQUARE ENIX\u00ae interactive entertainment products in the Americas, today announced its award-winning title lineup for San Diego Comic-Con, \"\"<\/a>taking place July 12-15. With one of the most impressive and varied lineups in company history, Square Enix is set to give Comic-Con attendees their first-ever chance to play some of the most anticipated and talked about titles to date, including the first public demo of the highly anticipated TOMB RAIDER\u00ae, winner of IGN\u2019s Best Overall Game of E3.<\/p>\n

Comic-Con attendees will be able to preview and play the following Square Enix titles:<\/p>\n

\u2022 HEROES OF RUIN<\/a>\u2122 \u2013 Available on July 17, HEROES OF RUIN challenges players to carve their own adventure as a Gunslinger, Alchitect, Vindicator or Savage. Pushing social and online interaction to the forefront of gameplay through innovative use of the Nintendo 3DS\u2122 system, players can trade rare and powerful items through an in-game shop which has an inventory updated through creative use of StreetPass\u2122.<\/p>\n

\u2022 KINGDOM HEARTS 3D<\/a> [Dream Drop Distance] \u2013 Celebrating the franchise\u2019s 10th anniversary, KINGDOM HEARTS 3D [Dream Drop Distance] features a spectacular story that promises to be a fun backdrop to the colorful cast of Disney characters making their 3D debut on a handheld title. In addition to brand new worlds, KINGDOM HEARTS 3D [Dream Drop Distance] will also feature never before seen gameplay elements and will be available on July 31.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Sleeping Dogs<\/a>\u2122 \u2013 Sleeping Dogs catapults players into the role of undercover cop Wei Shen, tasked with taking down one of the world\u2019s most fearsome criminal organizations from the inside \u2013 the Hong Kong Triads. As players explore the bustling and crowded Hong Kong island, through its neon-lit side streets and sprawling street markets, an incredible story unfolds of loyalty and betrayal, where Wei begins to question his own motives as he is sucked in deeper than he could ever imagine.<\/p>\n

\u2022 HITMAN\u00ae: ABSOLUTION<\/a>\u2122 \u2013 HITMAN: ABSOLUTION follows Agent 47, a cold-blooded assassin, who takes on his most dangerous contract to date. Betrayed by those he once trusted \u2014 and now hunted by the police \u2014 he suddenly finds himself at the center of a dark conspiracy and must embark on a personal journey through a corrupt and twisted world.<\/p>\n

\u2022 TOMB RAIDER<\/a> \u2013 Armed with only the raw instincts and physical ability to push beyond the limits of human endurance, TOMB RAIDER delivers an intense and gritty story into the origins of Lara Croft and her ascent from a frightened young woman to a hardened survivor.<\/p>\n

In an exclusive partnership with the Xbox 360\u00ae video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, Square Enix is a joint sponsor of The Nerd Machine\u2019s Nerd HQ with TOMB RAIDER as the main event. TOMB RAIDER will be playable on more than 20 Xbox 360 units and will sponsor The Nerd Machine party on Friday, July 13.<\/p>\n

NERD HQ<\/p>\n

HITMAN: ABSOLUTION, Sleeping Dogs, TOMB RAIDER
\nBlock No 16 Union and Spirits
\n344 7th Ave
\nThursday, July 12 9 a.m. \u2013 12 a.m.; Friday, July 13 9 a.m. \u2013 5 p.m.
\nSaturday, July 14 9 a.m. \u2013 10 p.m.; Sunday, July 15 9 a.m. \u2013 4 p.m.<\/p>\n

San Diego Comic-Con attendees can play the Square Enix lineup at multiple locations including:<\/p>\n

Square Enix Booth
\nHITMAN: ABSOLUTION, KINGDOM HEARTS 3D [Dream Drop Distance], Sleeping Dogs, TOMB RAIDER
\nSan Diego Convention Center, Booth 3829<\/p>\n

Nintendo Lounge
\nKINGDOM HEARTS 3D [Dream Drop Distance] and HEROES OF RUIN
\nMariott Marquis & Marina \u2013 San Diego Ballroom
\n333 W. Harbor Drive
\nThursday, July 12 9:30 a.m. \u2013 7 p.m.; Friday, July 13 9:30 a.m. \u2013 7 p.m.;
\nSaturday, July 14 9:30 a.m. \u2013 7 p.m.; Sunday, July 15 9:30 a.m. \u2013 5 p.m.<\/p>\n

GameSpot Gameroom<\/p>\n

HITMAN: ABSOLUTION, Sleeping Dogs, TOMB RAIDER
\nThursday \u2013 Saturday 11 a.m. \u2013 11 p.m.
\nLou and Mickey\u2019s
\n224 Fifth Avenue<\/p>\n

SPIKE Booth<\/p>\n

TOMB RAIDER
\nSan Diego Convention Center, Booth 3729<\/p>\n

Xbox Lounge at the Hard Rock Hotel
\nHITMAN: ABSOLUTION, Sleeping Dogs, TOMB RAIDER
\nThursday \u2013 Sunday 9 a.m. \u2013 5 p.m.
\nHard Rock Hotel \u2013 Legends Room
\n207 5th Ave<\/p>\n

In addition to getting the first chance to go hands-on with these blockbuster titles, Comic-Con attendees will have the opportunity to gain greater insight into the world of TOMB RAIDER through two dedicated panels:<\/p>\n

TOMB RAIDER
\nNerd HQ: Block No 16 Union and Spirits, 344 7th Avenue \u2013 Saturday, July 14 at 12 p.m. \u2013 2 p.m.
\nZachary Levi (star of Chuck and Tangled and a long-time gamer) will host a special TOMB RAIDER panel at Nerd Machine\u2019s San Diego Comic-Con headquarters, featuring Karl Stewart (TOMB RAIDER global brand director), John Stafford (narrative designer), Camilla Luddington (voice of Lara Croft) and the lead writer. All attendees will receive a TOMB RAIDER lithograph that can be signed after the panel.<\/p>\n

REIMAGINING A GAMING ICON, LARA CROFT<\/p>\n

San Diego Convention Center, Room 5AB – Saturday, July 14 at 6 p.m. \u2013 7p.m.
\nKarl Stewart (TOMB RAIDER global brand director), Noah Hughes (creative director), John Stafford (narrative designer) and Camilla Luddington (voice of Lara Croft) discuss the journey of reimagining one of the most iconic franchises in video game history, TOMB RAIDER, through story, performance and a lot of planning! As a world exclusive for the Comic-Con panel the team will also be joined by the lead writer responsible for crafting the story over the last two years. Join the team for this Q&A session moderated by Geoff Keighley (host, Spike TV). All attendees will receive a TOMB RAIDER lithograph that can be signed after the panel.<\/p>\n

Along with the panels, Square Enix fans will have several opportunities to take home fun and unique items during the show. With contests, interactive activities and more, Comic-Con attendees will have multiple chances to win amazing prizes and collect Comic-Con only Square Enix merchandise.<\/p>\n

HITMAN: ABSOLUTION PHOTO SNIPING CONTEST<\/p>\n

Upload your best photo sniping image to be entered for a chance to win a custom HITMAN: ABSOLUTION PlayStation\u00ae3 computer entertainment system. Runners up will receive miniature figures of Agent 47 and HITMAN themed ties and tie clips. Participants can upload their photo entries at hitman.com\/photosnipe<\/a> or by the photo sniping app on the HITMAN<\/a> Facebook page.<\/p>\n

TOMB RAIDER THEMED XBOX 360 SWEEPSTAKES
\nA special edition TOMB RAIDER themed Xbox 360 will be given out once a day at each of these locations: the Square Enix booth (3829), Nerd Machine HQ (344 7th Avenue) and at the GameSpot Gameroom area at Lou and Mickey\u2019s restaurant (224 Fifth Avenue). Winners will be chosen each day of the show. Additional prizes will be given away daily Thursday through Saturday during the GameSpot Live Prize-Pow-Looza daily drawings at Lou and Mickey\u2019s.<\/p>\n

TOMB RAIDER Cosplay Event<\/p>\n

Calling all cosplayers! Plan on dressing as gaming\u2019s leading lady at Comic-Con? Meet up with other Lara Croft look-alikes in front of Lou and Mickey\u2019s restaurant (224 Fifth Avenue) Sunday at 1 p.m. for an exclusive prize and photo opportunities. All Lara iterations are welcome at the event.<\/p>\n

Sleeping Dogs GIVEAWAYS
\nThe Sleeping Dogs team will be handing out exclusive Sleeping Dogs posters featuring Tyler Stout artwork and foam versions of the cleaver used in the game. Stop by the Square Enix booth to receive yours.<\/p>\n

SQUARE ENIX MEMBERS PASSPORT PROGRAM<\/p>\n

Visit booth 3829 to get your Square Enix Members Passport card. Participants will receive a stamp for every title they play at the booth. Once the passport is complete, participants can turn in to receive a set of pins featuring custom logos from Square Enix titles and a special lanyard.<\/p>\n

The Square Enix booth will also feature the release of the limited edition Comic-Con exclusive BATMAN: ARKHAM ASYLUM\u2122 PLAY ARTS -KAI- figurines. These limited edition figurines will be priced at $59.99 and will be available on July 12. The BATMAN [BLACK & WHITE EDITION]<\/a> and the JOKER [BLACK & WHITE EDITION]<\/a> are currently available for pre-order while supplies last.<\/p>\n

Finally the SQUARE ENIX MANGA STORE<\/a>, the official online portal for more than 170 volumes of manga will be featured at the booth with popular titles FULLMETAL ALCHEMIST\u00ae and SOUL EATER available for purchase. Manga artist\u2019s autographs and artwork will be on display along with a special exhibit of two manga titles, SOUL EATER NOT!<\/a> and BLACK BUTLER<\/a>. SOUL EATER NOT!, is a manga series released simultaneously in Japan and North America in conjunction with Yen Press and BLACK BUTLER is a popular manga series that has become an anime series in Japan.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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