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Various Game Trailers #858

by Rainier on Aug. 15, 2006 @ 9:24 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:

  • Dark Messiah of Might & Magic - Kill Kevin Trailer #1
  • GuildWars: Nightfall - Cinematic Trailer
  • ArchLord - Trailer (3)
  • Broken Sword: The Angel of Death - Characters Trailer
  • Disgaea 2 [PS2] - Battle System Trailer


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

Video Game Sales Expected to Reach $12.5 Billion In 2006

by Rainier on Aug. 15, 2006 @ 8:06 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

The Consumer Electronics Association released some projections for consumer electronic sales in 2006. CEA expects factory-to-dealer sales to increase by 8% to $140 billion, with display technologies as the front runner with $22 billion. Games are expected to reach $12.5 billion in 2006, and fueled by the next-gen consoles, should amass $15 billion by 2007.

'Bully' (PS2) - 6 New Screens

by Rainier on Aug. 15, 2006 @ 7:54 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Bully follows teenager Jimmy Hopkins as he tries to survive his crooked classmates and superiors, and navigate the tricky social hierarchy at the fictitious reform school, Bullworth Academy.

'Company of Heroes' Goes Gold

by Rainier on Aug. 15, 2006 @ 4:49 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

In Company of Heroes you will experience the journey of the brave men of Able Company that begins with the invasion of Normandy through their fight across Europe, all set against the most dynamic, and completely destructible, battlefield ever seen in a game. Relics 3D RTS has officially gone gold, confirmed by THQ's Sean Dunn (thanks ve3d).

'Rainbow Six Vegas' (ALL) - 3 New Screens

by Rainier on Aug. 15, 2006 @ 4:18 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six makes its next-generation hardware debut in the most dramatic installment of the renowned first-person shooter franchise to date. Rainbow operatives take to the chaotic streets of Las Vegas as an escalating terrorist siege in "Sin City" threatens to take world terrorism to new, uncontrollable heights.

'Myst Online: Uru Live' Enters Beta Test Phase - Screens

by Rainier on Aug. 15, 2006 @ 2:48 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

GameTap and Cyan Worlds announced that the closed beta test for the upcoming Myst Online: Uru Live has officially launched! Select players are already exploring the new world from this highly anticipated PC title that will debut and be available only on the GameTap service.

'Bad Day L.A.' - Demo Available NOW

by Rainier on Aug. 15, 2006 @ 2:24 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Set in modern day Los Angeles, Bad Day L.A. is a third-person action/adventure combining fantastical art style, groundbreaking collaborative gameplay elements and a heavy dose of dark satire to create a truly unforgettable experience. This demo features the Biological Attack mission where a plane crashes on the Santa Monica Freeway.

'MotoGP' (PSP) Announced - Screens

by Rainier on Aug. 15, 2006 @ 1:21 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Already revealed a while ago, Namco Bandai today officially announced that racing fans can soon take the excitement of Moto Grand Prix racing with them wherever they go as the game boasts thrilling new features including the new 2005 roster, unlockable rewards, and a 8 player wireless multiplayer mode.

'Rayman Raving Rabbids' (ALL) - 7 New Screens

by Rainier on Aug. 15, 2006 @ 1:13 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

When the world of Rayman is threatened by a devastating invasion of crazed, out-of-control bunnies Rayman must rise up against his furry foes to foil their wicked plans.

Tuesday, August 15, 2006 Shipping Announcements

by Rainier on Aug. 15, 2006 @ 12:57 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Another day, another batch of games shipped to stores. Instead of giving them all their own posts, we grouped them, and so far there are announcements for:

'Full Auto 2: Battlelines' (PS3) - 14 New Screens

by Rainier on Aug. 15, 2006 @ 12:49 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Full Auto 2: Battlelines puts high-speed vehicles outfitted with weapons and armor into fully realized and fully destructible urban street environments. Fierce combat-racing will ensue as you strategically use destruction to win races as well as leave massive devastation in your wake.

'Red Ocean' Announced - Screen

by Rainier on Aug. 15, 2006 @ 12:32 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

German publisher dtp entertainment announced today that it has signed Red Ocean, a sci-fi FPS in development at Collision Studios.

'Project Xenoclone' Demo Available NOW

by Rainier on Aug. 15, 2006 @ 11:33 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Project Xenoclone is a 3rd person shooter, set in an abandoned railway complex, which hides the installations of the most important biotechnology lab in the world, all hell has broken loose. This demo includes a tutorial and one mission (thanks Blues).

SEGA Signs Planet Moon For Classic PSP Title

by Rainier on Aug. 15, 2006 @ 11:16 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

SEGA and San Francisco-based Planet Moon Studios today announced a partnership to create game content for the PSP based on a classic SEGA brand.

'Command & Conquer: Tiberium Wars' - New Screen

by Rainier on Aug. 15, 2006 @ 10:34 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Adds layers of strategy to your gaming experience by building mobile bases, wielding the power of terrifying Ion Storms on the battlefield, or customising your armies by combining units. Battle it out online with native voice-over IP, integrated clan support, and new spectator modes that let you play RTS games like a sport.

'Parabellum' Making Its First Public Appearance at GC 2006

by Rainier on Aug. 15, 2006 @ 10:19 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

German developer ACONY announced that its upcoming next-gen Unreal Engine 3 based FPS Parabellum will be making an appearance at the Games Convention in Leipzig.

'Caesar IV' - 10 New Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on Aug. 15, 2006 @ 10:15 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Caesar IV takes the city-building genre into the 21st century, with new gameplay and features, and a cutting edge 3D graphics engine developed specifically for the title.

'Maelstrom' Demo Available NOW

by Rainier on Aug. 15, 2006 @ 9:37 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Maelstrom is a groundbreaking strategy action epic which takes place on a devastated future Earth. In the wake of an apocalyptic ecological disaster, the planet is threatened by an alien invasion, thus becoming the battleground as a divided human race fights for survival. This demo allows you to try out 2 missions of the full game.

No 'Battlefield 2' v1.4 Patch Release Today

by Rainier on Aug. 15, 2006 @ 9:36 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

The Battlefield 2 v1.4 patch files that were scheduled for general release today have been resubmitted for another review and as such will not be released today. The review of these files will be a 24-hour period, and expect to receive an email tomorrow with details on how DICE want to proceed.

'The Hustle: Detroit Streets' (PS2/Xbox) - 6 New Screens

by Rainier on Aug. 15, 2006 @ 9:34 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

In The Hustle: Detroit Streets you are an unknown pool player, down on luck and out of money, and you must make a name for yourself by becoming the top player in the city by racking up points and earning cash.

'Rider's World: I Want to Ride' Announced - Screens

by Rainier on Aug. 15, 2006 @ 8:44 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

The Rider's World series of titles is aimed at pre-teen girls that can adopt, raise and train their own horses and ponies. An easy-to-understand interface, coupled with a cheerful riding instructor, ensures the game will be accessible and family-friendly fun.

Shaquille O'Neal Signs On To Cover 'NBA 2K7' (ALL)

by Rainier on Aug. 15, 2006 @ 5:28 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

2K Sports announced today the return of Miami Heat center and 2006 NBA World Champion Shaquille O'Neal as cover athlete and official spokesperson for NBA 2K7.

'The Outsider' (PS3/X360) - 17 New Screens

by Rainier on Aug. 15, 2006 @ 5:17 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

The Outsider is a gripping, high-tech thriller where you, ss a CIA operative, you get wrongly accused, become public enemy #1, and with a mouth-watering arsenal of technology, combat talents and weaponry you either wreak ultra-violent revenge, or crusading to clear his name.

'DarkStar One' - German Mod Tools Available NOW

by Rainier on Aug. 15, 2006 @ 4:33 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

DarkStar One delivers fast-paced action within a vast and authentic universe, spectacular graphics, freedom of choice, a gripping story and the power to save the federal galaxy from its nemesis! This mod toolkit allows you to create your own missions, but the documents are currently only in German.

PSP Preview - 'Dungeons & Dragons Tactics'

by Thomas Wilde on Aug. 15, 2006 @ 4:25 a.m. PDT | Filed under Previews

In Dungeons & Dragons: Tactics you take on the role of a mortal child caught in a conflict of two competing dragons striving for godhood. Alignment is critical, as it affects the end of the story and allows players to change from good to evil, or the other way around, depending on which quests they choose.

'Test Drive Unlimited' (ALL) Maserati Revealed - 5 New Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on Aug. 15, 2006 @ 2:27 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Test Drive Unlimited challenges players online to experience the most exotic and fastest vehicles on more than 1000 miles of diverse Hawaiian roads. Gamers win races, challenges, missions and tournaments to earn credits and purchase new cars, bikes, rare performance parts, clothes, apparel, homes and garages.

PSP Review - 'Legend of Heroes II: Prophecy of the Moonlight Witch'

by Tim "The Rabbit" Mithee on Aug. 15, 2006 @ 1:47 a.m. PDT | Filed under Reviews

The Legend of Heroes II: Prophecy of the Moonlight Witch is a PSP exclusive RPG featuring meticulously detailed characters and an epic coming-of-age story introduces two courageous young heroes who must save a magical world in peril.

'Rise & Fall: Civilizations at War' - v1.14 Patches Available NOW

by Rainier on Aug. 15, 2006 @ 1:31 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Rise & Fall: Civilizations at War is a detailed RTS game letting you completely command one of the four mightiest empires of the ancient world: Greece, Rome, Egypt, and Persia. This patch brings your US/UK/German and French retail game to v1.14, although details as to what exactly it fixes are not available at this point.

'Valkyrie Profile 2: Silmeria' (PS2) - 16 New Screens

by Rainier on Aug. 15, 2006 @ 1:17 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Valkyrie Profile 2: Silmeria's captivating story takes place long before the events of Valkyrie Profile: Lenneth with ties to Norse mythology, producing a perfect synergy of exploration, plot development, fast paced action, and control multiple combatants with an innovative battle system

'Neverwinter Nights 2' Limited Edition Revealed

by Rainier on Aug. 15, 2006 @ 12:51 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Atari plans to release a limited edition of Obsidian Entertainment upcoming fantasy RPG Neverwinter Nights 2, containing a powerful new feat called Blessed of Waukeen, which will generate +1 bonus to all saving throws, two special items, access to a unique weapon, a magical golden aura which lights above your character Cloth map showing in-game locations, book of art, depicting characters and scenes from the game, two silver antique rings: Good & Evil

'Bullet Witch' (X360) - 9 New Screens

by Rainier on Aug. 15, 2006 @ 12:39 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Bullet Witch is an action adventure taking place in the exceedingly bleak near future of 2013. Civilization is on the brink of extinction after demons begin appearing on the earth, and the player wades into the fray as a witch named Alicia.

'Enchanted Arms' (X360) Developer Interview

by Rainier on Aug. 15, 2006 @ 12:16 a.m. PDT | Filed under Interviews

Take on the role of Atsuma, Enchanter in-Training and transform from a naïve student into the most powerful savior in a war 1,000 years in the making. Immerse yourself in a deep storyline as you face increasingly difficult challenges and learn to master Atsuma’s special fighting and magical abilities. Ubisoft Producer Marc Fortier tells us more about the Speed Tactics Battle System.