etoychest wrote: Amidst a bevy of boring announcements each day, sometimes something truly interesting, or in this case, bizarre arises that is just left of what we think belongs in this reality. Today Microsoft has it their way with a new partnership with fast food icon Burger King. The crux of the deal? A new set of Xbox 360 and original Xbox titles (one disc compatible on both consoles) starring the creepy bobble-headed King from the television commercials. Even better, these games will only be available at Burger King. Somewhere, in marketing heaven, there is a party going on. These games will be available for a limited time from November 19 – December 24, and will cost $3.99 with the purchase of a BK Value Meal.
ays the marketing descriptions:
Pocketbike Racer
"Welcome to the wild world of Pocketbike racing where players race the King and his miniature motorbike crew through five fun, yet challenging speedways. Each track varies in level of difficulty and players navigate long straights, tight bends and sharp turns at high speeds while attempting to earn enhancements and tools that they can use to gain an advantage over opponents. Featuring 'Have It Your Way' customization options, players select a bike and a driver and then hit the track of their choice -- a Burger King restaurant parking lot, a construction site, a backyard, the King’s garden or the fabled Fantasy Ranch set. In addition to individual play, four players can race against each other in classic split-screen set-up or eight players can battle it out online using Xbox Live."
Big Bumpin
"Big Bumpin’ looks like a traditional carnival bumper car ride and features familiar Burger King icons, including the Subservient Chicken and Brooke Burke. But, there’s a catch – Big Bumpin’ arenas come with some big hazards, like surprise saws, bottomless pits and “power up” items that let gamers dole out thundering bumps. With several different types of game play, gamers have a chance to hone their bumper car skills in a variety of challenging scenarios. The game features theme parks, including the “Ice Box,” “Broiler,” “King’s Court,” “The Deep” and “Monsoon of Doom,” and three modes of play for each – intense four-player and Xbox Live-supported. Easy to learn. Fun to play. Difficult to avoid a major crash."
Sneak King
"Only the King can turn an everyday act into an art form and now players can step into the King’s royal shoes and use cunning stealth to sneak up behind unsuspecting people and bestow them with a delicious meal. The goal of Sneak King is to surprise hungry citizens with Burger King sandwiches and other menu items throughout the day before they pass out from hunger. Whether in a logging yard, construction site, suburban neighborhood or downtown urban scene -- each rich with detail and hidden pathways -- players can hide out and earn points based on how elaborate the delivery is executed."
etoychest wrote: As mentioned earlier today, Microsoft and fast food giant Burger King are going to be partnering to bring Burger King-themed games to customers for just $3.99. We contacted the PR firm representing the deal today to find out more about this strangely alluring proposition. While some of our questions were deferred to the games' developers, and will be answered shortly, we did find out that this promotion is just for the US, as well as Canada, and some parts of Mexico. That means for all of you who have been mailing us today from the UK, you are out of luck.
Also, each package will come with versions of the game on a single disc that will play on the Xbox and Xbox 360. To quote what we were told by a representative, "It is not a backward-compatible original Xbox game, but truly designed and developed for each platform separately."
In addition, these are not online-enabled games, despite initial game descriptions to the contrary. A shame, but what can you expect for the price? I was hoping to be able to suit up dressed like a burger and race against friends online, but alas it was not to be. Of course, this also means that there will not be any Xbox Live achievements as well, which truly feels like an unfortunate oversight.
[UPDATED]
We received word from the PR firm representing the Burger King/Microsoft deal this morning correcting some information that was given to us yesterday. As it turns out, the games will feature achievements. In addition, we are expecting to hear more details on this later today. Hopes are high that we'll be told that the games are in fact playable online, but at this point that is just speculation.
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I for one am so excited.
