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Various Game Trailers #630

by Judy on Oct. 27, 2005 @ 6:56 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Another day, another batch of game trailers was released. Instead of giving them all their own posts, we grouped them, and so far there are trailers for :

  • Agatha Christie: And Then There Were None - Trailer
  • [eM] -eNCHANT arM- [X360] - Trailer #2
  • Aeon Flux [PS2/Xbox] - Trailer #2
  • City of Villains - Trailer #8
  • Prince of Persia: The Two Thrones [ALL] - Dev. Diary #4
  • True Crime: New York City [ALL] - Chinatown Trailer


  • We will update this throughout the day when new trailers become available. Read more for download links ...

'The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion' (X360/PC) - 2 New Screens

by Rainier on Oct. 27, 2005 @ 6:12 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Oblivion is a single-player game that takes place in Tamriel's capital province, Cyrodiil. You are given the task of finding the hidden heir to a throne that sits empty, the previous emperor having been killed by an unknown assassin. Oblivion is another leap forward in role-playing with its combination of freeform gameplay and cutting-edge graphics.

'Football Manager 2006' Selling Big In The UK

by Rainier on Oct. 27, 2005 @ 5:28 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

SEGA Europe and Sports Interactive are delighted to confirm that last Friday's UK launch of Football Manager 2006 has netted retail sales of over 100,000 units during its first weekend of release according to Chart-Track retail estimates. Storming the PC chart at No.1, Football Manager 2006 is now the 2nd fastest-selling PC game of all time in the UK.

'City of Villains' - Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on Oct. 27, 2005 @ 4:54 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

City of Villains is an expansion to NCsoft's MMORPG City of Heroes, set in the Rogue Isles, a treacherous region not far from Paragon City. Players can now build their criminal empires and spread their own reign of terror.

'Half-Life 2: Lost Coast' Now Available Through Steam

by Rainier on Oct. 27, 2005 @ 4:44 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Valve announced that Half-Life 2: Lost Coast, a single-player level custom-created to showcase High-Dynamic Range lighting (HDR) in the Source engine, is available now to all owners of HL2. As a technology showcase, Half-Life 2: Lost Coast's system requirements are very high. During installation, Steam will prompt you if your system does not meet the recommended configuration.

'Neverwinter Nights 2' - 4 HiRes Screens

by Rainier on Oct. 27, 2005 @ 4:33 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Originally developed by BioWare, Neverwinter Nights has set a new standard in the role-playing genre with a deep and engrossing storyline; immersive character development; stunning graphics; and, an expansive multiplayer experience like none other. Now Atari, Obsidian Entertainment and BioWare are bringing Neverwinter Nights 2 to the PC, expected early 2006.

'Starship Troopers' - v3.2.77 Euro Patch Available NOW

by Rainier on Oct. 27, 2005 @ 4:19 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Empire has released the first patch for Strangelite's FPS Starship Troopers, bringing your European retail game to v3.2.77 and addressing various multiplayer and singleplayer issues, as well as same balance tweaks. In Starship Troopers you will take the role of an elite 'special forces' trooper in the Mobile Infantry spearheading the assault against thousands of intelligent enemy bugs.

'Take Command: 2nd Manassas' - Screens

by Rainier on Oct. 27, 2005 @ 4:10 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Take Command: 2nd Manassas explores this pivotal battle of the Civil War in 1862. New carryover scenarios will start with the men that survived the previous day's battle. So your command decisions will not just affect today, they will affect tomorrow as well and maybe even the day after that. TC2M will also include 2 other crucial battles of the 2nd Manassas Campaign: Cedar Mountain and Chantilly.

'Starship Troopers' (ALL) - 39 New Screens

by Rainier on Oct. 27, 2005 @ 3:26 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Developed by Strangelite Studio, the game is based on the Starship Troopers movie in which you will take the role of an elite 'special forces' trooper in the Mobile Infantry spearheading the assault against thousands of intelligent enemy bugs, emulating the best scenes from the movie and a whole lot more!

'Stronghold 2' - v1.3.1 Update Patch Available NOW

by Rainier on Oct. 27, 2005 @ 2:08 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

2KGames has released a new patch for Firefly's 3D castle-sim and siege-warfare RTS Stronghold 2. This patch brings your US/Euro retail game to v1.3.1 and not only addresses various game balancing issues and bug fixes, but also adds 8 new historical castles, 3 new AI players, 4 new kingmaker maps, and an all new The Conquest Trail game mode. Read more for details and download links ..

'X³: Reunion' - 9 New Screens

by Rainier on Oct. 27, 2005 @ 1:27 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

X³: Reunion utilises a new generation game engine, developed to immerse the player into the most realistic, living universe, ever experienced. The economy model in X³: Reunion is more complex than any previous X game. Coupled with the massively enhanced A.L. (Artificial Life) system, X³: Reunion will present players with an ever changing, evolving universe; where a player’s actions really can shape the future of the universe.

Violent Video Game Bill Introduced In Florida

by Rainier on Oct. 27, 2005 @ 12:54 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

On October 25 Florida state Rep. Sen. Alex Diaz de la Portilla introduced a bill that would ban the sale or rental of violent video games to minors, a near clone of legislation recently signed into law by California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger, who himself is featured in several video games based on his action film roles.

'King Kong' (NGC/PS2/Xbox/PC) Goes Gold

by Rainier on Oct. 27, 2005 @ 10:57 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Ubisoft announced today that King Kong has officially gone gold on the PS2, Xbox, GameCube and PC. Delve deeper into the film experience through alternative viewpoints designed to immerse the player into the action and truly "feel" the tension of the adventure. Unprecedented Alternating Gameplay Battle for survival on Skull Island in first-person as Jack Driscoll AND experience the staggering power of King Kong in third-person taking on massive beasts.

'Dead or Alive 4' (X360) - 8 New Screens

by Rainier on Oct. 27, 2005 @ 10:30 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Dead or Alive 4 will redefine 3-D high definition graphics and sound, featuring online capabilities via Xbox Live, new interactive stages, an all star line-up of old and new favorite characters, and the most complex countering system yet. Yesterday Tecmo and Bungie revealed the Spartan-458 character and Halo-inspired environment, today we have the screen to prove it.

'Tales of Eternia' (PSP) Coming To Europe - Screens

by Rainier on Oct. 27, 2005 @ 10:20 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Ubisoft announced today that it has signed a publishing and distribution agreement with Namco to bring Tales of Eternia into European territories. Remake of the 3rd Tales title in the series, Tales of Eternia is an RPG that will send players off on a rich adventure through a dreamlike world.

'Agatha Christie: And Then There Were None' Mysteriously Appears in Stores

by Rainier on Oct. 27, 2005 @ 9:41 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

The Adventure Company today announced that the company mystery adventure game Agatha Christie: And Then There Were None has shipped into retail stores in North America.

'State of Emergency 2' (PS2) - 10 New Screens

by Rainier on Oct. 27, 2005 @ 8:26 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

State of Emergency 2 takes place 10 years after the original and has Spanky, Bull and MacNeill again up against the Corporation. This time, they not only have access to guns but also - for the first time - helicopters, speedboats, Tanks and APCs and new team members.

'RollerCoaster Tycoon 3: Wild!' Soars Into Retail

by Rainier on Oct. 27, 2005 @ 8:09 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Atari ships RollerCoaster Tycoon 3: Wild!, an adventure-filled expansion pack for the highly-successful RollerCoaster Tycoon 3, to retailers nationwide, inviting people of all ages to create and manage a safari-themed adventure park that features thrilling new rides as well as many different animal species to manage

'Diplomacy' - Demo Available NOW

by Rainier on Oct. 27, 2005 @ 8:04 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Set in early 20th century Europe, this PC adaptation brings the power struggles of seven mighty nations to life like never before. Its abstracted and simple gameplay puts the focus on the need for shrewd negotiations and overall strategy. The demo allows you to try out the interactive tutorial and get familiar with the game.

'Shadow The Hedgehog' (NGC/PS2/Xbox) - 9 New Screens

by Rainier on Oct. 27, 2005 @ 4:27 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Shadow The Hedgehog, an exciting new spin-off from SEGA’s best-selling Sonic The Hedgehog series, is currently in development at SEGA Studio USA, under the direction of Takashi Iizuka, lead developer of Sonic Adventure, Sonic Adventure 2/ Battle, and Sonic Heroes.

'TimeShift' (Xbox/X360/PC) - 6 New Screens

by Rainier on Oct. 27, 2005 @ 3:30 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

TimeShift is an innovative FPS in which players control time to complete missions and defeat foes, is in development by Saber Interactive. TimeShift will leverage first-of-its-kind gameplay abilities and functionality, the latest graphics technology, and high production values to create a truly unique action game experience.

'Pac-Man World 3' (ALL) Gets VoiceOver

by Rainier on Oct. 27, 2005 @ 3:23 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Outsource Media today announced that it has created the voice of Pac-Man – the world’s most recognised videogame character for publisher Namco Hometek, in the forthcoming Pac-Man World 3. In celebration of the 25th Anniversary of the global gaming icon, Pac-Man’s verbal abilities have been vastly expanded from its two famous sounds – “wocka wocka” - to a full vocabulary with a voice provided by Martin T. Sherman.

'Full Spectrum Warrior: Ten Hammers' (PS2/Xbox/PC) - 6 Screens

by Rainier on Oct. 27, 2005 @ 3:20 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Full Spectrum Warrior: Ten Hammers builds upon the ground-breaking, genre-blending game play of the original, integrating an all new robust multiplayer system, player-controlled coalition forces, mechanized units and enhanced character abilities and advanced enemy A.I. Full Spectrum Warrior: Ten Hammers is scheduled to release this winter.

Online Gamers Willing To Pay For Play

by Rainier on Oct. 27, 2005 @ 3:15 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

According to NPD's annual gaming report, PS2 and Xbox online gamers indicated an increased willingness to pay for online game play, as well as interest in paying for downloadable content. So while consoles are making gain, PC gamers who play online has experienced a two percentage point decline in usage penetration since last year.

'Da Vinci Experience' - Screens

by Rainier on Oct. 27, 2005 @ 2:25 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Da Vinci Experience is a major adventure and investigation game, the first game created about the life and work of Leonardo da Vinci. It offers players the opportunity to grapple with the mysteries of the codes hidden within the works of the great Italian genius.

'Auto Assault' - 9 New Screens

by Rainier on Oct. 27, 2005 @ 2:19 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Auto Assault combines vehicular combat with role-playing elements. Players explore a post-apocalyptic future in customizable cars, motorcycles, semis and even tanks. Players battle other players both in arenas and in epic race vs. race wars for control of the regions in a devastated Earth.

PS2 Review - 'NBA Live 06'

by Hank on Oct. 27, 2005 @ 1:49 a.m. PDT | Filed under Reviews

In NBA Live 06, superstars of the game look and play more like their real-life counterparts than ever before. Players can feel the emotion and intensity of the complete basketball experience with an up-tempo, fast-break, and physical brand of basketball that yields improved play in the transition game and real-life collisions in the paint.

'True Crime: New York City' (NGC/PS2/Xbox) Also Coming to PC!

by Rainier on Oct. 27, 2005 @ 1:06 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

In a surprise announcement, German publisher dtp revealed today that it has signed True Crime 2 and Tony Hawk: American Wasteland on the PC, scheduled for Q1 2006. No North American announcement, release date, or publisher, has been announced yet. True Crime: New York City will follow gang member turned NYPD officer Marcus Reed through the meticulously re-created streets of a real-life metropolitan area.

PS2/Xbox Preview - 'Call of Duty 2: The Big Red One'

by Paul Reith on Oct. 27, 2005 @ 12:52 a.m. PDT | Filed under Previews

In Call of Duty 2: Big Red One, players experience the adrenaline rush and harsh realities of war as never before. As a part of America’s most decorated and heroic fighting unit, The Big Red One, players work together with their squad to accomplish a variety of land, see and air combat missions spanning North Africa, Italy and Nazi-occupied Western Europe.

PC Review - 'Squad Assault: Second Wave'

by Thomas Leaf on Oct. 27, 2005 @ 12:40 a.m. PDT | Filed under Reviews

Squad Assault: Second Wave is a 3D real-time strategy game based on the battles that raged in the European Theater of World War II. Updated, enhanced, and expanded with all new campaigns and operations for at least 100 new battles, plus over 50 new modder maps, make Squad Assault: Second Wave an entirely fresh exercise in tactical gaming.