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'Final Fantasy Fables: Chocobo's Dungeon' (Wii) - 40 New Screens

by Rainier on June 6, 2008 @ 6:34 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Chocobos are probably one of the most recognizable characters of the Final Fantasy universe, and that is why Square Enix decided to give the yellow featherlings their own RPG. In Chocobo's Dungeon some dark power has stolen your friends' memories and you need to retrieve their identities.

Various Game Trailers #1360

by Rainier on June 6, 2008 @ 6:09 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:

  • City Life 2008 Edition - Trailer #3
  • Final Fantasy IV [NDS] - Trailer (3)
  • Civilization Revolution [ALL] - Trailer #2


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

'Frontlines: Fuel of War' to Get New Game Mode and More Maps

by Rainier on June 6, 2008 @ 5:20 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

As society succumbs to a worldwide energy crisis, a new global depression takes hold. Amidst this desperate backdrop, two superpower alliances emerge. Join the battle on the frontlines of tomorrow as the Western Coalition or the Red Star Alliance. With the v1.1.0 patch released yesterday, Kaos Studios revealed the next update will include a new 'Conquer' mode, and new maps.

'Saints Row 2' (PS3/X360/PC) - 5 New Screens

by Rainier on June 6, 2008 @ 5:16 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

THQ's Saints Row 2, using Volition's open-world engine, offers vastly expanded customization options, a totally transformed and expanded city of Stilwater, new vehicles, sandbox tools and toys as well as both online co-op and competitive multiplayer.

Ubisoft Signs 'Tenchu 4' (Wii) - Trailer

by Rainier on June 6, 2008 @ 5:02 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Earlier this week we revealed From Software's latest installment in the Tenchu franchise. At a conference in Japan it was disclosed that Ubisoft will publish Tenchu 4, which will see the return of the two main characters, Rikimaru et Ayame, tasked with investigating the disappearance of Gouda Matsunoshin's daughter Kiku. More infiltration, more environmental interaction, combos, and of course use of the Wiimore for aiming at the screen.

'Beijing 2008' (ALL) - 12 New Screens

by Rainier on June 6, 2008 @ 3:04 p.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.

'Mirror's Edge' (ALL) Inspired by Joss Whedon's TV Series Firefly

by Rainier on June 6, 2008 @ 2:59 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Mirror's Edge, developed by EA DICE's Stockholm, is a revolutionary new take on the First Person Action Adventure category. You are part of an underground group of concerned citizens who, not relying on technology, use runners to relay messages. In a recent interview EA producer Owen O'Brien says "To be very honest, I'm a big Joss Whedon fan, and a lot of the things in the story of the game came from Firefly [tv series] and Serenity [movie]."

'The Political Machine 2008' Goes Gold - Screens

by Rainier on June 6, 2008 @ 2:53 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

The Political Machine 2008 is a strategy game that lets gamers take a shot at running for President, allowing you to design a candidate or choose a pre-existing one and campaign across the country against either a human opponent or a computer controlled opponent.

'Red Orchestra: Ostfront 41-45' Honors D-Day With Sale And Mod

by Rainier on June 6, 2008 @ 2:47 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

To celebrate the anniversary of D-Day, Tripwire Interactive is putting the Steam version of its multiplayer FPS Red Orchestra: Ostfront 41-45 on sale for the weekend (until Monday June 9th 2008) from the usual $19.99 to a $4.99.

'EVE Online: The Empyrean Age' - Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on June 6, 2008 @ 1:43 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

EVE Online: The Empyrean Age is a free expansion pack that will introduce a faction ranking system, new militias being mustered, fresh agents pertaining to the massive conflicts, a dynamic new structure of system occupancy, details on hidden deadspace complexes and a whole new region in space, "Black Rise."

'Strong Bad's Cool Game for Attractive People' (Wii/PC) Delayed Until July

by Rainier on June 6, 2008 @ 1:27 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Strong Bad's Cool Game for Attractive People is a story-driven series with a comic spin based on Matt and Mike Chapman's online animated series. The player uncovers each episode's comedic plot through character interaction, dialogue-based puzzles, and the use/abuse of inventory items. Telltale's Brett Tosti revealed that Strong Bad, originally planned for June, is now scheduled for July.

'Mario Super Sluggers' (Wii) - Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on June 6, 2008 @ 1:05 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Mario Super Sluggers blends richly interactive baseball action with eccentric characters and elements (Princess Peach, Wario, Bowser, Shy Guy, Baby Mario, Koopa Troopa, Donkey Kong, etc.) from across the popular Mario universe. Players can swing the wireless Wiimote just like a real bat or wave it toward the plate to deliver a masterful pitch.

'Guitar Hero: On Tour' (NDS) Sneak Peek at Toys 'R' Us

by Rainier on June 6, 2008 @ 12:40 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Fans awaiting the first portable version of Guitar Hero will finally get the chance to rock out with a sneak preview of Guitar Hero: On Tour on June 14 (12 noon – 4 pm) during Toys 'R' Us' exclusive 'First to Play' event nationwide.

Friday, June 6, 2008 Shipping Announcements

by Judy on June 6, 2008 @ 11:59 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:

'Resident Evil 5' (PS3/X360) - 10 New Screens

by Rainier on June 6, 2008 @ 11:56 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Capcom's Resident Evil 5 is the forthcoming installment in the Resident Evil survival horror series, which will debut for the PS3 and X360, promising to revolutionize the series by delivering an unbelievable level of detail, realism and control.

'Rock Band' (ALL) to Get MTV2 Band Contest Winners and Maximo Park Tracks

by Rainier on June 6, 2008 @ 11:39 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

MTV and Harmonix announced that the next addition to the Rock Band Music Store will be tracks from MTV2’s Circuit Breakout band contest winners The Material, The Myriad and Them Terribles. Additionally, the northeastern England post-punk revival band Maxïmo Park will make their North American single debut with 'Girls Who Play Guitars' as downloadable content for Rock Band.

'Soulcalibur IV' (PS3/X360) Secret Apprentice Revealed - Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on June 6, 2008 @ 11:29 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Swords will be honed and weapons optimized in Namco Bandai's Soulcalibur IV. Delivering new gameplay modes, characters and enhanced features with unprecedented 3D modeling and animation, Soulcalibur IV will be the definitive fighting game experience. Namco Bandai revealed the Secret Apprentice from Lucasarts' Star Wars: The Force Unleashed will be included on both platforms.

'Race Driver: GRID' (ALL) Gets Localized For Japanese Market

by Rainier on June 6, 2008 @ 11:15 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Packed with new and classic, circuit and drift race cars players will compete in urban street races, as well as conquer official racetracks and championships over three continents. GRID will not only be adapted to include Japanese speech and text throughout, but will also come with Codemasters' previous racing title DiRT.

'TNA iMPACT!' (PS2/Wii/PS3/X360) - New Screens

by Rainier on June 6, 2008 @ 10:26 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

TNA stands for Total Nonstop Action, so you can expect TNA iMPACT! to be more extreme and action-packed than competing WWE titles. TNA has a few little tweaks compared to regular wrestling, such as a six-sided arena, with game modes involving a cage and race for the belt.

'Enemy Territory: Quake Wars' (ALL) Xbox Live Weekend 2008

by Rainier on June 6, 2008 @ 10:20 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Microsoft has recruited id Software, Nerve Software, Splash Damage and Activision for its newest online offensive: Enemy Territory: Quake Wars Live Weekend 2008, a 72-hour play-and-win sweepstakes full of games and prizes beginning on Friday, June 6 at 12:01 a.m. EDT through Sunday, June 8 at 11:59 p.m. EDT.