It's been a big weekend of announcements for Midway as the publisher let the world in on their secrets at 2007 Games Day in Las Vegas.

Midway CEO David Zucker announced that the publisher had spent over $100 million to expand their development staff to over 700 to create coming titles such as Blacksite: Area 51.

The famous arcade first person shooter is being re-vamped for release on PS3, Xbox 360 and PC.

“BlackSite: Area 51 gives players the opportunity to experience next-generation, first person shooter action in one of the world’s most intriguing and mysterious environments”, said Denise Fulton, studio head, Midway Studios, Austin.

“Gamers will be instantly immersed in the game’s seamless storyline, set in the desert and small towns surrounding Area 51 that feature highly detailed environments that transform themselves into awesome battlefields. Without question, BlackSite: Area 51 will raise the bar in the next generation FPS genre with its stunning visuals, life-like squad interactions and its multitude of online multiplayer modes.”

>> Link - Official Site/Midway