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'Fist of the North Star: Ken's Rage' (ALL) Character Details - Screens

by Rainier on Oct. 13, 2010 @ 7:05 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Based on one of the most widely-recognized manga and anime series of all time, "Hokuto no Ken" or "Fist of the North Star" takes place in the manga's post-apocalyptic world where the remaining survivors of a nuclear holocaust roam the wasteland in an ongoing struggle against marauding tribes for food and water.

'Sid Meier's Civilization V' Patch In The Works, Tweaks AI, UI, Multiplayer And More

by Rainier on Oct. 13, 2010 @ 6:52 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Civilization V reinvigorates the classic turn-based strategy genre with a new engine built from the ground-up. Players are introduced to a new combat system, deeper diplomatic interactions and a cavalcade of expanded features that deliver a fully immersive experience.

'Gran Turismo 5' (PS3) Unsurprisingly Gets Delayed Again

by Rainier on Oct. 13, 2010 @ 1:59 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Gran Turismo 5 promises 1000 vehicles, 20 tracks in 60 different layouts, custom soundtrack support, and while there is a damage model, it will be limited to certain car manufacturers.

'Super Street Fighter IV 3D Edition' (3DS) - New Screens

by Rainier on Oct. 13, 2010 @ 1:50 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

The current entry in Capcom's genre-defining franchise is making its way to the 3DS.

'Crysis 2' (ALL) Multiplayer Beta Incoming, On Xbox 360 Only

by Rainier on Oct. 13, 2010 @ 1:40 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

In Crysis 2, New York is under the attack of a unique and frightening alien species that combines deadly weaponry, exceptional sensory abilities and intelligent collaboration to present players with the most challenging opponents ever seen in a first-person shooter.

'Combat Arms' Shows Off Upcoming Zombie Infested Map - Trailer

by Rainier on Oct. 13, 2010 @ 12:58 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Combat Arms is a free-to-play online FPS that deploys players into a dangerous war zone teaming with soldiers of fortune looking to make a mark.

'Dragon Ball Z: Tenkaichi Tag Team' (PSP) - Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on Oct. 13, 2010 @ 12:06 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

For the first time ever Dragon Ball Z fans can enter into high-impact two vs. two combat in Dragon Ball Z: Tenkaichi Tag Team. Play solo or team up via Ad Hoc mode to tackle memorable battles in a variety of single player and multiplayer modes, including Dragon Walker, Battle 100, and Survival Mode.

Famous Games Formed By Ex-LucasArts/THQ President, Working On New Title

by Rainier on Oct. 13, 2010 @ 11:23 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Autumn Games has entered into a multi-game publishing agreement with newly formed Famous Games, founded by former President of LucasArts and the Executive Vice President of Worldwide Studios for THQ Jack Sorensen.

'Dance Central' (X360) Reveals Complete Track List, Gets Dated - Trailer

by Rainier on Oct. 13, 2010 @ 10:45 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Dance Central is the first immersive dance video game that features and tracks full-body dance moves. Completely free from any controller, every routine has authentic choreography for beginners and experts alike to master, alongside a killer soundtrack that spans today’s current pop, hip-hop and R&B artists.

Various Game Trailers #1870

by Rainier on Oct. 13, 2010 @ 10:28 a.m. PDT | Filed under Trailers

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:

  • Fable III [ALL] - Launch Trailer

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

'Tron: Evolution' (ALL) - 6 New Screens

by Rainier on Oct. 13, 2010 @ 10:24 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Set during the era between the two Tron films, Tron: Evolution conveys the story of significant events within the Tron mythology. The game features an epic adventure across a massive digital world filled with high-mobility disc-based combat and advanced light cycles.

'DotA 2' Announced

by Rainier on Oct. 13, 2010 @ 10:10 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

DotA 2 promises to take the unique blend of online RTS and RPG action that has made DotA popular with tens of millions of gamers and expand upon it in every way.

'Rock Band 3' (ALL) To Get Twelve The Doors Tracks As Its First DLC

by Rainier on Oct. 13, 2010 @ 9:44 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Featuring an 83-song set list and access to far more music than ever before, as well as innovative new gameplay modes and instruments, Rock Band 3 will change the way fans think about and play music games.

Crazy Taxi' (PSN/XBLA) Gets Release Date - New Screens

by Rainier on Oct. 13, 2010 @ 9:40 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Crazy Taxi features all of the gameplay that older players fell in love with, whilst allowing a new audience to discover it for the very first time, incorporating all-new enhancements and features such as high resolution visuals and surround sound. Online leader boards are now implemented, all-new Achievement and Trophy integration.

'War of Angels' Coming to North America

by Rainier on Oct. 13, 2010 @ 9:31 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

War of Angels is a high fantasy free-to-play MMORPG situating players in a colossal struggle between good and evil. Players must choose their destiny as they battle to aid or prevent the resurrection of the evil fallen angel, Dertgotz.

'TouchMaster 4: Connect' (NDS) Announced - Screens

by Rainier on Oct. 13, 2010 @ 9:23 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

TouchMaster 4: Connect features a compilation of 20 fun and addictive pick-up-and-play action, strategy, puzzle, trivia, and card games based upon AMI Entertainment Network’s successful Megatouch touchscreen games.

'Nadirim' Closed Beta Delayed

by Rainier on Oct. 13, 2010 @ 9:14 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Nadirim is a free-to-play, browser-based, MMORPG placed in a fantasy world inspired by the tales of the Arabian Nights. Explore Nadirim and its unique world of Arabian myths and fables to immerse yourself in an online role playing experience that has never been brought to browser platforms before!

'DJ Hero 2' (ALL) November DLCs Revealed, Gets Free DJ Hero Compatibility Update

by Rainier on Oct. 13, 2010 @ 5:54 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Living rooms will transform into nightclubs to let budding beat chemists, singing sensations and all of their friends party together by firing up two turntable controllers and a microphone to experience their favorite music as they've never heard it before in DJ Hero 2.

'God Eater Burst' (PSP) - 20 New Screens

by Rainier on Oct. 13, 2010 @ 5:51 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

God Eater Burst, an enhanced edition of God Eater (which is now canceled) with new modifications, enhanced gameplay, additional content and features, re-imagines the post-apocalyptic world with an original and dramatic story of human survival against overwhelming odds.

'MX vs. ATV Reflex' (ALL) Coming To PC

by Rainier on Oct. 13, 2010 @ 5:06 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

MX vs. ATV Reflex introduces revolutionary physics that allow for real-world terrain deformation and an intuitive, dual-stick control scheme that separates man from machine, as well as a wide variety of race modes, vehicles and worlds to explore while utilizing the all-new Rhythm Racing 2.0 physics engine.

'Forsaken World' Shows Off Stoneman/Protector Class - New Screens

by Rainier on Oct. 13, 2010 @ 5:02 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Forsaken World, previously know as Project EM or PEM, is an all new 3D fantasy MMORPG that breaks new ground by bringing together the best of eastern and western cultures to offering an entirely new interactive entertainment experience to players.

'Arsenal of Democracy' - v1.05 Patch Available NOW

by Rainier on Oct. 13, 2010 @ 4:29 a.m. PDT | Filed under Patch

Arsenal of Democracy is the ultimate World War II simulation and is described by Project Leader Lennart Berg as “Hearts of Iron II on steroids!”

'Kingdoms of Amalur: Reckoning' (ALL) - New Screens

by Rainier on Oct. 13, 2010 @ 3:51 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Previously known as Project Mercury, Reckoning is an epic, open-world role-playing game set in Amalur, a mysterious and magical new fantasy world created by New York Times best-selling author R. A. Salvatore, bringing a new level of intense action combat to the RPG genre.

'Monday Night Combat' (X360) Title Update Adds Fixes, Gameplay Balance, Increased Trial

by Rainier on Oct. 13, 2010 @ 3:29 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Monday Night Combat is a class-based, third-person shooter ... and the most popular lethal sport of the future! It blends intense combat, finishing moves, and game show-like challenges and rewards to produce an action experience unlike any other.

'Homefront' (ALL) - 10 New Screens

by Rainier on Oct. 13, 2010 @ 1:44 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Homefront is set ten years after the economic collapse of the United States and follows the American Civilian Resistance as they fight to reclaim their homeland from an oppressive North Korean occupation, featuring a personal, story-driven single player campaign and a full suite of multiplayer options.

Wednesday, October 13, 2010 Shipping Announcements

by Rainier on Oct. 13, 2010 @ 1:39 a.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:


We will update this throughout the day when new announcements become available. Read more for details ...

XBLA Review - 'Space Invaders Infinity Gene'

by Adam Pavlacka on Oct. 13, 2010 @ 12:00 a.m. PDT | Filed under Reviews

Space Invaders is back with a new twist. The game starts off looking like the classic Space Invaders, but as you play through the game, it evolves. Unlock new stages, power-ups and features. The full game features a total of 143 stages.

One Has To Ask Some Very Strange Things In The Job I Have

by Rainier on Oct. 13, 2010 @ 12:00 a.m. PDT | Filed under MOTD

Medal Of Honor has shipped and is in stores. Just to show you how interesting the game is, I've had my copy for a week, installed it, but have yet to try it out. Just saying ...

I've been playing Global Agenda, leveling up my tank, and waiting for Vindictus to launch the open beta so I can reprise my leveling there.

No TV watching last night. We were all ready to dig in when our neighbor invited us over for pizza. A few hours later, it was time to get back to work. Tonight, double duty!