by Rainier on Aug. 19, 2008 @ 2:16 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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TF2 is a class-based, multiplayer team warfare game, delivering new game types, a signature art style powered by Valve’s next-gen animation technology, persistent player statistics, etc... Valve's next update will revolve around the Heavy class, with unlockable weapons, achievements, seven new maps and more ..
by Rainier on Aug. 19, 2008 @ 1:27 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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The PC Gaming Alliance unveiled the key findings from its first PC gaming study revealing that PC gaming was a $10.7 billion industry in 2007, largely driven by online revenues from Asia, with retail sales accounting for just 30% of total revenues.
by Rainier on Aug. 19, 2008 @ 1:15 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Powered by an enhanced proprietary Essence Engine 2.0, Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War II will take players to the brutal frontlines of war where they’ll experience intense action and visceral combat through a non-linear single player experience and a fully co-operative multiplayer campaign.
by Rainier on Aug. 19, 2008 @ 12:44 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Worms Armageddon enhances the original award-winning gameplay with barmy new weapons, game-enhancing new features and much improved single and multi-player gaming modes.
by Rainier on Aug. 19, 2008 @ 11:22 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Silent Hill: Homecoming is a psychological horror game thrusting players into a shadowy world of chaos and terror with atmospheric HD graphics, an all-new iconic and chilling soundtrack by Akira Yamaoka, and an original storyline that sheds new light on the desolate, fog-shrouded town of Silent Hill.
by Rainier on Aug. 19, 2008 @ 11:19 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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SF IV features a mix of returning favorites such as Ryu, Ken, Chun-Li and Guile along with new characters created for this game, such as Crimson Viper, Abel, El Fuerte, and Rufus. Characters and environments are rendered in stylized 3D, while the game is played in the classic 2D perspective with additional 3D camera flourishes. Street Fighter movie producer Patrick Aiello
revealed that the release of the movie and the game will coincide in March 2009.
by Rainier on Aug. 19, 2008 @ 11:14 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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More brash and aggressive than his Delta Force squadmate Nomad, you'll experience Psycho’s parallel story during the events of the original, finding that life on the other side of the island is even more intense and explosive than you could have imagined.
by Rainier on Aug. 19, 2008 @ 10:29 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Heroes of Might & Magic V: Tribes of the East is the 2nd standalone expansion for Ubisoft's turn-based strategy game where players take part in a thrilling new adventure in the World of Ashan. New campaign, new units, buildings, weapons, as well as 10 new multi- and 5 single-player maps.
by Rainier on Aug. 19, 2008 @ 10:18 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Multiwinia will combine elements of Darwinia, with the addition of multiplayer support which will enable both co-op and competitive battles between massive Darwinian armies.
by Rainier on Aug. 19, 2008 @ 9:45 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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A narrative-driven action experience BioShock allows players to do the impossible as they journey through an amazing, immersive and terrifying world. The PS3 version of 2K's genetically enhanced game is getting new features and content, such as trophies, but also an exclusive Survivor mode, which is a new difficulty mode.
by Rainier on Aug. 19, 2008 @ 9:43 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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LEGO Batman features all of the characters from the LEGO Batman construction sets, plus a few new additions. Gamers will have the ability to roam the streets of LEGO Gotham City as Batman or Robin, and even take control of the villains while manipulating gadgets and building/operating vehicles in co-op gameplay.
by Rainier on Aug. 19, 2008 @ 9:32 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Casual games developer/publisher PopCap Games revealed that, based on updated information from distribution partners across Web, mobile, retail, in-flight and other channels, Bejeweled and Bejeweled 2 have collectively sold more than 25 million units across all platforms since the game first appeared in late 2000.
by Rainier on Aug. 19, 2008 @ 9:25 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Prepare for space battles galore as Rising Star Games has signed the European rights to retro-style shooter XG Blast!, an arcade shooter delivered in a bright and colorful retro style. Players control a spaceship with the sole purpose of destroying the invading hordes before they do the same to you.
by Rainier on Aug. 19, 2008 @ 9:19 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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The Entertainment Software Association (ESA) appointed former executive at the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) and senior counsel to the United States Department of Justice, Kenneth Doroshow, as its new General Counsel.
by Rainier on Aug. 19, 2008 @ 7:14 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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In Banjo-Kazooie: Nuts & Bolts the famous bear and bird duo return for a unique adventure of epic proportions. The Lord of the Games is tired of the petty squabbling between Banjo and the evil witch Gruntilda (aka Grunty) over the years, and has arranged a showdown to decide the rightful owner of Spiral Mountain. Fans who pre-order receive a free Banjo-Kazooie Xbox LIVE Arcade redeem code, and new game world Jiggoseum.
by Rainier on Aug. 19, 2008 @ 6:58 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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German based Studio Coreplay announced Swarm: First Contact at the Leipzig Games Convention, a new sci-fi FPS that uses xaitment's middleware AI engine. In Swarm: First Contact, earth is about to be overrun by aliens, and mankind is attempting a last-ditch effort to repel the invasion.
by Rainier on Aug. 19, 2008 @ 6:29 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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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:
by Rainier on Aug. 19, 2008 @ 6:21 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Shattered Horizon is a new multiplayer FPS game where teams of players experience realistic zero gravity combat and fight to survive in the aftermath of a catastrophic Moon mining accident which throws billions of tons of rocky debris into near-Earth space.
by Rainier on Aug. 19, 2008 @ 5:51 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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A game of tactics, combat-heavy action, and decision making, Space Siege is an all-new sci-fi themed action-RPG. At your disposal will be futuristic weapons and armor, cybernetic upgrades and a robotic partner that you can customize and command.
by Rainier on Aug. 19, 2008 @ 5:46 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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SouthPeak announced it will release My Baby Boy and My Baby Girl for NDS, games that simulates life for baby care with as much affection and tenderness as a real parent.