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  1. 'Quantum of Solace' Pre-order Exclusive At HMV

    By Devin Zydel on 2009-01-26

    As was the case with Casino Royale two years ago, the pre-order exclusives for Quantum of Solace on Blu-ray and DVD are coming in.

    'Quantum of Solace' - Blu-ray Disc

    HMV has slashed the prices on the 2-disc Special Edition DVD and Blu-ray disc of the 22nd James Bond film down to £12.99 and £17.99, respectively.

    Furthermore, the retailer is offering 007 fans who pre-order an exclusive limited edition copy of Bond On Set: Filming Quantum of Solace by photographer Greg Williams.

    As the mid-March release date for the film approaches, there will likely be several more exclusives offered by retailers around the world. Keep your eyes on the CommanderBond.net main page for all the latest details.

    Click here for the complete press release regarding the DVD/Blu-ray release of Quantum of Solace, including special features, worldwide release dates and more.

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  2. 'Quantum of Solace' Has Record Bond Box Office Debut In Japan

    By Devin Zydel on 2009-01-25
    James Bond in 'Quantum of Solace'

    Quantum of Solace

    Even with an almost three-month wait, the James Bond buzz in Japan was at an all time high this weekend.

    Quantum of Solace finally debuted in theaters there this past Friday–the final territory for the 22nd 007 film–and set yet another box office record for the series.

    According to Variety, Quantum pulled in $6.5 million over the weekend, soaring past the previous opening record of $3.2 million held by 2006’s Casino Royale.

    This strong opening pushed the international (non-US) total for the Bond film up to $391.2 million.

    Following its release in late 2006, Casino Royale went on to gross a cumulative $18.9 million in Japan.

    Keep your browsers pointed to CommanderBond.net for the most up-to-date and complete Quantum of Solace coverage. Check out our continually updated box office report for all the latest news at how 007 is doing around the world.

  3. Limited Edition 'Quantum of Solace' Cell Phone

    By Devin Zydel on 2009-01-25

    Just as Quantum of Solace finally arrives in theatres in Japan, one of the country’s top telecommunications companies has launched a limited edition James Bond cell phone.

    Mobile Magazine reports that KDDi au released a special 007-themed edition of their W63S cell phone, sporting a handset designed by Sony Ericsson this past Wednesday to tie-in with the release of the 22nd Bond film.

    Retail price is set around $145 and this Quantum of Solace model is limited to only 3,000 units worldwide.

    Keep turning to the CommanderBond.net main page for the most complete and up-to-date Quantum of Solace coverage on the web.

  4. Charlie Higson's 'By Royal Command' Hits US In 2010

    By Devin Zydel on 2009-01-24

    It’s still a long wait, but at least there is finally a release date announced for Charlie Higson’s By Royal Command in the United States: May 2010.

    The Young Bond Dossier reports that Disney Publishing stated they are aiming for this date for the fifth Young James Bond novel.

    Young Bond fans in the US have unfortunately had to wait roughly a year or longer than those in the UK for the last few novels. By Royal Command was originally published this past September in the UK.

    Higson’s fourth Young Bond novel, Hurricane Gold, which originally debuted in September 2007 in the UK, will finally be arriving in the US this April.

    Stay tuned to the CommanderBond.net main page for all the latest news from the world of Young Bond.

  5. 'From Russia with Love' Screening At Hampshire House

    By Devin Zydel on 2009-01-23
    'From Russia with Love'

    From Russia with Love

    This winter, James Bond will be featured in the fourth installment of the popular “Dinner & A Movie” series at the Hampshire House on Beacon Hill in Boston, Massachusetts.

    Sean Connery’s second 007 entry, 1963’s From Russia with Love will be screened on Friday, 30 January 2009.

    Dinner for this event begins at 7:00pm. Admission is $30.00 per guest, and includes the film and three-course meal. Availability is limited.

    For further information on this upcoming James Bond screening or to make reservations, phone 617-227-9600. Click here to visit the official Hampshire House website.

    Keep watching CommanderBond.net for all the latest James Bond news from around the world.

  6. 'Arise Sir Sean Connery' Coming In August '09

    By Devin Zydel on 2009-01-23

    This August will see the paperback debut of Arise Sir Sean Connery: The Biography of Britain’s Greatest Living Actor in the United States.

    Written by John Parker, this biography of the first James Bond star is published by John Blake and will retail for $14.95. It is due for release on 1 August and can currently be pre-ordered at Amazon.com for a discounted price.

    The official blurb:

    'Arise Sir Sean Connery: The Biography of Britain's Greatest Living Actor'

    Arise Sir Sean Connery: The Biography of Britain’s Greatest Living Actor

    Sean Connery is one of the world’s true superstars, applauded by critics and filmgoers alike.

    Now, John Parker traces the rise to stardom of the tough Edinburgh street kid, who left school at the age of 13. Arriving in London with gold teeth and tattoos to seek his fortune in the meat market of bodybuilding, Connery fought against snobbery to become a self-taught Shakespearean actor. Then came the big break. Auditioning for the part of James Bond, he told producers with typical bluntness how Bond should be played, and it landed him the job–and overnight stardom. Connery went on to become one of the world’s most versatile, highly paid actors, winning an Oscar for his role in The Untouchables. Here, John Parker offers an engaging portrait of one of the most glamorous, talented, and complex actors in movie history.

    Stay tuned to CommanderBond.net for all the latest literary James Bond news.

  7. 'Quantum of Solace' Game Walkthrough – Casino Poison (12)

    By Devin Zydel on 2009-01-22

    Stuck on a level? Not sure where to go next? Use this CommanderBond.net walkthough as your guide to Activision’s debut James Bond 007 game, Quantum of Solace.

    This Quantum of Solace: The Game walkthrough is applicable for the Xbox 360, Playstation 3, Nintendo Wii and Windows PC platforms.

    NOTE: For a complete rundown of the cell phone locations throughout the game, click here: Part I | Part II.

    Quantum of Solace: The Game: Walkthrough

    1 – White’s Estate
    2 – Siena
    3 – Opera House
    4 – Sinkhole
    5 – Shanty Town
    6 – Construction Site
    7 – Science Center Exterior
    8 – Science Center Interior
    9 – Miami Airport
    10 – Montenegro Train
    11 – Casino Royale
    12 – Casino Poison
    13 – Barge
    14 – Venice
    15 – Eco Hotel


    Quantum of Solace: The Game

    Mission 12: Casino Poison

    'Quantum of Solace'

    Quantum of Solace

    Without question, the shortest mission in the entire game. You’re on a strict time limit, so move fast. You’ve been poisoned and need to reach your parked Aston Martin DBS as quickly as possible. Thankfully, the opening video essentially shows you exactly where you need to go and the onscreen compass provides additional navigational assistance when you’re moving.

    Across from the table where you’re positioned at is a staircase. Make your way over there and then turn right to enter a dining room. Stay to left side of this room and eventually make your way through the door on the left. Ascend this next set of stairs and then move forward through the fountain area. Turn right at the hallway and take it to the end. Once here, turn and descend the stairs to reach the lobby. Head towards the doors, but be sure to exit out of the set on the right as that path is not blocked by other people.

    Once outside, move to the edge of the street and let the two cars quickly pass you by, then make a run for it. Once you make it past the lanes, the parking lot (and your Aston Martin with the antidote) is just towards the right. Mission Complete.


    Quantum of Solace is currently available on the PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, Nintendo Wii, Playstation 2, Nintendo DS and Windows PC platforms in the UK and US. Click here to order.

    Keep your eyes on the CommanderBond.net main page for the most up-to-date coverage of Activision’s Quantum of Solace.

  8. Titan's 'Nightbird' James Bond Collection Planned For Early 2010 Release

    By Devin Zydel on 2009-01-22
    'Polestar' James Bond collection

    Titan’s recently released Polestar James Bond collection

    The illustrated James Bond lives on!

    007 fans will be happy to know that publisher Titan Books is hoping to publish its latest collection of 007 comic strips, Nightbird, early next year.

    The Nightbird collection, bringing together Hot-Shot and Ape of Diamonds in addition to the title story, was indefinitely postponed from its original 2007 release due to rights issues.

    With Titan’s The Girl Machine collection slated for release this June, the Nightbird collection will mark the complete publication of all 52 James Bond comic strips listed in their checklist.

    Furthermore, this September will see the release of James Bond: Omnibus, which will likely collect together several of these 007 strips. When we hear more about this release, we’ll let you know.

    Scroll below for CBn’s full list of all the Titan collections currently available.

  9. James Bond Film Stars Set For Memorabilia '09 Appearance

    By Devin Zydel on 2009-01-21

    Another Memorabila event is coming up and that means another chance to meet up with stars from the James Bond film series.

    The Spring 2009 Memorabilia event–the UK’s longest running and most established event for fans of movies, cult tv, comics, video games, sport and music–currently has nine 007 film alumni attending, including fan-favourite Richard Kiel.

    The entire list includes:

    • Eunice Gayson (Sylvia Trench, Dr. No, From Russia with Love)
    • Zena Marshall (Miss Taro, Dr. No)
    • Earl Cameron (Pinder, Thunderball)
    • Jenny Hanley (Irish Angel of Death, On Her Majesty’s Secret Service)
    • Richard Kiel (Jaws, The Spy Who Loved Me, Moonraker)
    • Blanche Ravalec (Dolly, Moonraker)
    • John Moreno (Luigi, For Your Eyes Only)
    • John Wyman (Eric Kriegler, For Your Eyes Only)
    • Guy Hamilton (Director, Goldfinger, Diamonds are Forever, Live and Let Die & The Man with the Golden Gun)

    Memorabilia will be taking place from Saturday, 28 March (11:00am – 5:00pm) through Sunday, 29 March (11:00am – 5:00pm) at the NEC in Birmingham, UK.

    There are many different ticket rates available for the event. Phone 0870 330 7446 (inside UK) for details or visit the official website.

    More 007 guests may be confirmed to attend in the upcoming weeks. Keep watching the CommanderBond.net main page for the latest details on all James Bond-related events.

  10. 'Quantum of Solace' Game Walkthrough – Casino Royale (11)

    By Devin Zydel on 2009-01-21

    Stuck on a level? Not sure where to go next? Use this CommanderBond.net walkthough as your guide to Activision’s debut James Bond 007 game, Quantum of Solace.

    This Quantum of Solace: The Game walkthrough is applicable for the Xbox 360, Playstation 3, Nintendo Wii and Windows PC platforms.

    NOTE: For a complete rundown of the cell phone locations throughout the game, click here: Part I | Part II.

    Quantum of Solace: The Game: Walkthrough

    1 – White’s Estate
    2 – Siena
    3 – Opera House
    4 – Sinkhole
    5 – Shanty Town
    6 – Construction Site
    7 – Science Center Exterior
    8 – Science Center Interior
    9 – Miami Airport
    10 – Montenegro Train
    11 – Casino Royale
    12 – Casino Poison
    13 – Barge
    14 – Venice
    15 – Eco Hotel


    Quantum of Solace: The Game

    Mission 11: Casino Royale

    'Quantum of Solace'

    Quantum of Solace

    Stealth is a key factor in this mission, so keep that in mind as you begin. Take out the first guard when he begins to walk away from your starting point. There are two guards in conversation in the nearby side room. Move in here and take them out (the further guard will likely not notice you enter). Afterwards, head out and take out the guard positioned at the balcony. Climb over the broken section of the balcony ledge and start sliding across to the next one. Take extra care to not be seen by the guards positioned by the windows when you’re moving across–wait for them to move away before proceeding.

    When you reach the next balcony ledge, take out the guard positioned there (this won’t alert the other nearby guard if you wait for him to look away) and then take out that other guard in the bedroom just as he starts to turn away from you. There’s another enemy in one of the side-rooms and one further one in the hotel hallway. After these men are dealt with, push the nearby laundry cart blocking the entrance to a locker room and proceed through.

    Once inside, look above to see a rattling air vent: your way forward. With your silenced weapon, shoot out the vent and then push one of the carts towards the lockers so that you can climb up and make your way into it. Move to the left and proceed forward. You’ll soon be dropped automatically into a spa room where a large fight is already going on. Take cover immediately (thankfully there is some right in front of where you drop in). There are numerous enemies in this room and some you’ll be able to take out immediately from where you are. However, because of the general layout, you’re going to eventually have to move forward to deal with the rest of them. There are side rooms you can rush to if you feel you’re being ambushed by the men, otherwise just keep pressing forward until all the enemies are out of the way.

    Once all of the enemies are taken care of, move to the end of the hallway past the spa with the steam and head through the open door. Eventually make your way down the next hallway and you’ll come across two guards in conversation on a balcony towards the left. Take them both out and then climb over the balcony ledge towards the right to start sliding around to the next balcony.

    'Quantum of Solace'

    Quantum of Solace

    Once you reach it, wait until the patrolling guard in the bedroom starts moving away from your position and then quickly take him out. As soon as you head out through the doorway, turn left and you’ll spot another patrolling guard in the hallway: take him out. Head down the hallway until you come across a concierge desk and a blinking red security lock on the wall behind it. Be sure to have cleared out this hallway of all enemies before unlocking the entrance to the ballroom.

    Arm yourself with a strong weapon and then proceed into the ballroom. This section is a massive firefight that requires a lot of moving around. Luckily for you, there are plenty of items, such as those helium tanks located above that you can shoot at to assist you against the numerous guards positioned here. It’s personal preference regarding whether to begin on the ground floor or sprint for the upper level–no matter which you choose, be sure to take out all the enemies on the same floor as yourself before spending too much time on the ones located on the other. However, do note that if you immediately run to the upper floor, you run the risk of having enemies from the lower level follow you, forcing you to deal with even more at the same time.

    There are several pillars you can use as cover while taking out guards on the lower level, but the upper floor is much more difficult due to the fact that enemies can rush at you from seemingly any direction. Once all the guards are finally taken out, the objective will be completed and you’ll be able to proceed to the far hallway. Take out the new set of guards positioned here from a distance if possible. Once they’re out of the way, proceed forward for your final confrontation of the level: the machete-wielding Steven Obanno.

    The fight with Obanno is one of the more difficult sequences in this game. There are more buttons to press in this quick-time battle, so your timing needs to be as close to perfect as possible. Do things correctly long enough and eventually Obanno will be taken out. Mission Complete.


    Quantum of Solace is currently available on the PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, Nintendo Wii, Playstation 2, Nintendo DS and Windows PC platforms in the UK and US. Click here to order.

    Keep your eyes on the CommanderBond.net main page for the most up-to-date coverage of Activision’s Quantum of Solace.