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'Trainz: The Complete Collection' - 10 New Screens

by Rainier on May 8, 2008 @ 9:54 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Paradox Interactive has signed a publishing deal with Aussie developer Auran to publish the world's most inclusive and in-depth train simulators as a complete collection, Trainz: The Complete Collection, featuring the full version of everything players need to immerse themselves in the magic of rail.

Gamecock Media Group Offering its Titles for Download through GamersGate

by Rainier on May 8, 2008 @ 9:48 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

GamersGate has signed a digital distribution agreement with Gamecock, starting with FireFly's RTS Stronghold Crusader Extreme in May, followed by the episode action/adventure game Insecticide, and later this year additional titles like Velvet Assassin.

'Battle Rage' (Wii/PC) - Screens

by Rainier on May 8, 2008 @ 9:44 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Battle Rage is the 3rd person shooter with elements of the beat-'em-up game that allows a player to control giant robots. Battles between the robots take place on carefully selected battlegrounds/arenas and they are short, quick, brutal skirmishes.

Vicious Cycle Software Expands to Focus on Next-Gen Game Development

by Rainier on May 8, 2008 @ 9:40 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

To better focus on the company's next-gen consoles development, Vicious Cycle Software has relocated to a 20,000 square feet new office and expanded its current 50-person team to more than 90 game development professionals.

'Street Gears' Nearing Completion in Europe - Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on May 8, 2008 @ 9:34 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Based on a persistent manga-style universe, Street Gears is a massively multiplayer roller game where players can challenge each others in races or tricks contests.

'MapleStory' Celebrates its Third Anniversary

by Rainier on May 8, 2008 @ 9:26 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

MapleStory is an online adventure game that centers around the "Maple World," allowing players to combat monsters and develop their characters' skills and abilities in an immense platform-inspired persistent world. Nexon America celebrates the third anniversary by unveiling new areas, contests and events for its Maple players.

'Voltage' (PS3/X360/PC) - 6 New Screens

by Rainier on May 8, 2008 @ 3:39 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Voltage is a futuristic racing game with real-time strategy elements, taking the rush and thrill of speed racing to a new level. Races take place far in the future on the planets of the Solar system, where players compete in the fastest and most technologically advanced races, to acquire the supreme title of the Solar System’s Best Racer.

THQ Developing Games Based On 'Marvel Super Hero Squad' License

by Rainier on May 8, 2008 @ 3:25 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

THQ and Marvel Entertainment announced that they have entered into an exclusive multi-year licensing agreement to create video games based on the burgeoning, kid-friendly Marvel Super Hero Squad franchise.

'MotorStorm: Pacific Rift' (PS3) - Features & Screens

by Rainier on May 8, 2008 @ 3:21 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

MotorStorm: Pacific Rift is moving from the rugged desert to a lush Pacific island with all of the vehicles familiar of the first game (ATVs, rally cars, buggies, motorbikes, race trucks, etc.), while adding a new monster truck class. Also check out the screens from earlier this week.

'Ninja Gaiden II' (X360) - 30 New Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on May 8, 2008 @ 2:55 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

A sequel to the original Xbox title, Ninja Gaiden 2 has players once again assuming the role of Ryu Hayabusa as they guide the ninja hero on a quest to avenge his clan and prevent the destruction of the human race.

'Race Driver: GRID' (ALL) Demo on XBL, Later Today on PSN, PC Delayed

by Rainier on May 8, 2008 @ 2:54 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

GRID takes players to locations over three continents to compete in a variety of racing events. Packed with the most powerful racecars - new and classic, circuit and drift - players will compete in urban street races, as well as conquer official racetracks and championships. The demo features 3 races, Muscle Cup in San Francisco with a mustang GT-R, Advan drift Trophy on the docks of Yokohama with a Nissan S15 Silvia, and a BMW 320Si in Jarama. The PC demo has been delayed until tomorrow.

'Men Of War' Release Date & Beta Launch Revealed - Screens

by Rainier on May 8, 2008 @ 2:34 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Men of War is 1C Company's latest RTS, taking place in Europe during the height of WWII. The story unfolds across three different campaigns played out through the eyes of Soviet, Allied and German soldiers. Digitalmindsoft revealed that it plans to launch Men of War in September, and the previously delayed multiplayer beta is set to commence in June.

'Toki Tori' (Wii) - 8 New Screens

by Rainier on May 8, 2008 @ 2:07 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Toki Tori's gameplay is a blend of two genres, while it looks like a platform game, it's a puzzle game by heart. Players will have to look and plan ahead carefully while using a variety of items, such as the Telewarp, Freeze-o-Matic and InstantRock to name but a few.

'Speed Racer' Movie Producer Discusses Gaming and Modern Filmmaking

by Rainier on May 8, 2008 @ 2:04 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Speed Racer movie producer Joel Silver spoke about his and the Wachowski brothers' involvement in the development of Speed Racer: The Videogame, giving direction and assets to the development team directly from their Berlin set.

'Beijing 2008' (ALL) - 9 New Screens

by Rainier on May 8, 2008 @ 1:43 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Beijing 2008: the Official Video Game of the Olympic Games will be an authentic simulation of over 35 events from the upcoming Olympic Games and will allow gamers to experience the thrill of competing in many of the official venues.

'The Witcher: DuelMail' Gets Delayed

by Rainier on May 8, 2008 @ 1:33 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

The Witcher: DuelMail, based on its RPG The Witcher, is a free-of-charge web-browser game that centers around battles between two players digitally incarnated as one of three completely different character classes. Originally scheduled to launch May 9, the launch as been pushed back to dedicate some more time to polish elements connected with balance, items and animation.

'Ghostbusters: The Video Game' (PS3/X360/PC) - New Screens

by Rainier on May 8, 2008 @ 1:17 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Equipped with a variety of unique weapons and gadgets, players will hunt, fight and capture a wide range of supernatural villains in a funny and frightening battle to save New York City from its latest paranormal plague.

'Harpoon 3: Advanced Naval Warfare' - v3.92 Patch Available NOW

by Rainier on May 8, 2008 @ 12:57 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Matrix Games has released a new patch for its naval warfare sim Harpoon 3: Advanced Naval Warfare, adding a streamlined game interface, tweaked and improved gameplay, and reinforcing Harpoon 3’s level of realism.

'Siren: Blood Curse' (PS3) Goes Episodic - Screens

by Rainier on May 8, 2008 @ 12:45 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Coming in twelve TV-style, suspense-packed downloadable episodes this summer, Siren: Blood Curse is a horror-survival title set in the Japanese village of Hanuda, where a TV crew from America arrive to research the legend of the ‘Vanished Village’ where human sacrifice is said to have taken place thirty years ago.

'Blackstar' Revived As 'Blackstar Chronicles'

by Rainier on May 8, 2008 @ 12:42 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Spacetime Studios announced that it has acquired the rights to the Blackstar IP from NCsoft, who had canceled it a few months ago. Blackstar Chronicles is a space fantasy combat game based on the single-player traditions of Wing Commander and the multiplayer feel of Descent.