Speaking with G4, Capcom's Jun Takeuchi has said "[There] probably [won't be] so much of a reference to this particular title [Lost Planet 2]."

"However, the only thing I know is those people working on the project that they love the world of Lost Planet. So, we know that they're going to utilize that world, but as far as the story line goes, the movie is completely different from the game."

Who are we kidding. Of course there'll be robot suits and giant bugs.

Lost Planet Movie Isn't Based On The Storylines Of Either Lost Planet Game [G4]

The co-op demo will let you take on the "salamander" boss, give you access to a variety of weapons and suits, then let you climb inside the thing's guts and blow it up from the inside. Messy.

The demo will go live for Gold subscribers on August 19, while Silver users will have to wait until August 26.

Coming September 8th, the Platinum Hits Triple Pack takes the three Platinum Hits titles and squishes them together into one piece of confused game box art. Devil May Cry 4, Dead Rising, and Lost Planet: Extreme Condition - Colonies Edition are then packed into a DVD case affixed with said art, making for one lovely bundle of three games, at least two of which you've already played. Even at the bargain price of $39.99, this bundle probably isn't for you. I would imagine that a parent purchasing a first Xbox 360 for their teenager this holiday season will find the lure of three acclaimed titles in one package extremely alluring. If my mother rolled up Christmas morning with a new 360 and the Platinum Hits Triple Pack, I would feel horrible for only printing her out a card on my inkjet again this year.

Capcom blogger CurlehMustache put these wallpapers together to celebrate the release of the new iPhone 3Gs Friday. Here's the instructions for getting them onto your phone:

If you find one that you like, save the enlarged non-iPhone image to your iPhone/iPod touch and set it as your wallpaper. They look fantastic shrunken down on the small screen. I made sure the dimensions were spot on so that there would be no need to move the image around when setting it.

If there isn't one you like, Curleh also has a thread for users to post their own. Check 'em out and let me know if anyone throws up one for Chip 'n Dale: Rescue Rangers. Then I might actually get around to buying an iPhone — for real this time.

Custom Capcom iPhone/iPod Touch Wallpapers [Capcom]

When asked by GameDaily whether the game would be exclusive to the 360, Takeuchi's response was simply "We are currently investigating other platforms." Not exactly a resounding "yes", is it? If we were Microsoft, and had spent some money on securing some half-baked "platform announcement exclusivity" deal, we'd be starting to wonder why we'd bothered.

Interview: Capcom's Takeuchi on the Economy, Call of Duty, iPhone & More [GameDaily]

Yes, for this weekend and this weekend only, PC owners can forget about paying $20 for the game, and instead pay only $5. Look, we know, Lost Planet isn't the greatest game on the planet, but it's definitely worth $5.

Lost Planet [Steam]

According to Inafune, "We're finally putting out new Dead Rising and Lost Planet games! As a main principle we're thinking about multi-platform and about slightly expanding upon the Xbox 360 version."

He goes on to talk about the business of gaming and gaming promotion. Don't take this as confirmation that the next Dead Rising will be multi-platform — Lost Planet already was. Just don't be surprised when Dead Rising 2, like pretty much all Capcom games, is.

In fact, if Capcom's statements to its shareholders are anything to go on, you can guarantee all future games will be multi-plat.

Capcom's Toshihiro Tokumaru - the company's character boss - has revealed that the budget for Avi Arad's adaptation of the 2007 shooter is between $150,000,000 and $200,000,000.

That's, uh...that's a lot of money. Big, Hollywood, summer tentpole kinda money. Silly money, really, considering we're talking the adaptation of a game that did OK business but will end up looking like the big-screen bastard child of The Thing and Starship Troopers.

Developer Interview [Capcom, via Siliconera]

Capcom making Lost Planet movie [Variety]

It's good news for Lost Planet fans — and not just because of Hayter's screenwriting nerd cred based on his X-Men and Watchmen scripts — because the man cares deeply about the source material.

"There is gap in Hollywood between people who write good movies and those who appreciate good video games," Hayter said. The man with the trademark voice says he tries "to make an effort to take the essence of the game, keep as much of that as possible, and still put it into a proper film structure." Yes, yes, but will it feature bug shooting? 'Cause bug shooting is key.

AX08: Solid Snake Discusses Lost Planet [IGN]

Evil Avatar Radio Ep. Eleventy One - David Hayter [Evil Avatar]

Question: Are we going to see Bionic Commando, Lost Planet or something like this on the Wii?

Svensson: Possible... the "or something like this" part we could talk about in a couple weeks perhaps.

We cannot wait to learn about "Or Something Like This." It sounds like a fantastic game.

Capcom To Announce New Wii Game [N-Europe via Infendo]

The press release, via the official Capcom blog, hints that additional and unannounced Capcom books will be revealed at the San Diego Comic Con this July. It does not, however, indicate if we'll get backstory that explains why Bionic Commando has sausage-filled limbs. My own theory is that he was bitten by a radioactive hot dog while on a field trip, giving him the proportionate strength and speed of a frank that plumps when you cook it. That's totally speculative, though.

Press release follows.

DEVIL’S DUE PARTNERING WITH CAPCOM® ENTERTAINMENT ON NEW COMICS

New titles to include Bionic Commando® and Lost Planet™

Chicago, IL. (May 13, 2008) – This year, one of the biggest names in cutting-edge action comics will team with one of the most respected publishers and developers of video games, as Devil’s Due announces a new publishing deal with Capcom®. As part of an expansive package, Devil’s Due will launch four new titles based on Capcom game properties, including Bionic Commando® and Lost Planet™.

“DDP is very excited to be joining forces with Capcom,” said DDP President Josh Blaylock. “Not only are these awesome games, but they have great stories behind them ripe for comics, including a vintage classic with Bionic Commando that’s been revived along with the new sequel.”

Already a leader in comic books featuring prominent pop culture icons, Devil’s Due heads into Summer 2008 with a rapidly swelling library of new adapted and original titles.

“Devil’s Due is a very passionate and creative comic publisher,” said Germaine Gioia, senior vice president, licensing, Capcom Entertainment. “We are thrilled to be working with DDP to begin evolving some of our highest profile videogame properties in other media.”

More details about Devil’s Due’s plans for Bionic Commando, Lost Planet, and other new Capcom books will be announced at July’s San Diego Comic-Con.

Wonder what game it is... There is Lost Planet art on the wall. Hrm.
Focus Test [Flickr via Capcom Blog via Siliconera]