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'Anno 1701' Gets Expansion

by Rainier on Feb. 16, 2007 @ 5:22 a.m. PST | Filed under News

While not providing any substantial details, Sunflowers revealed that an expansion for its 3D economic RTS Anno 1701, which has currently sold 400.000 copies since its Oct. 2006 launch, is in the works. Developed by Related Designs, the addon is expected Q3 2007. An official announcement, with details, is expected soon ...

'The Destiny of Zorro' (Wii) - Details & Screens

by Rainier on Feb. 16, 2007 @ 5:08 a.m. PST | Filed under News

505 Games today donned its mysterious black cape, mask and gaucho to announce it will be publishing The Destiny of Zorro, promising action, romance and, by use of the innovative Wii controller, the unique thrill of ‘becoming’ the great hero himself!

'Riviera: The Promised Land' (PSP) Coming to North America

by Rainier on Feb. 16, 2007 @ 5:01 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Atlus has acquired the North American publishing rights to Riviera: The Promised Land, a beautiful and challenging new action RPG in which you play as Ein, the Wingless Angel whom sacrificed his wings in order to obtain great power. You are joined by a wide cast of comrades in order to complete your epic quest and help save the world of Asgard!

'Rush for Berlin: Rush for the Bomb' - Details & Screens

by Rainier on Feb. 16, 2007 @ 4:56 a.m. PST | Filed under News

This Rush for Berlin add-on consists of two campaigns for the Germans and Allies with 12 missions each, which take place in previously unseen venues such as Norway, the Iberian peninsula, and the Balearic Islands. You experience the Race for the Bomb in the role of various heroes, who not only have access to additional officers with numerous skills, but also new, spectacular units.

'Free Running' (PSP/PS2) - 38 New Screens

by Rainier on Feb. 16, 2007 @ 1:35 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Developed by Core Design Free Running is the world's first ever video game based on the urban phenomenon of parkour.

'Jade Empire: Special Edition' Gets Steamed

by Rainier on Feb. 16, 2007 @ 12:49 a.m. PST | Filed under News

BioWare is bringing an enhanced version, high-resolution graphics and new visual effects, of Jade Empire to the PC, now available for pre-order through Valve's digital delivery system Steam for $35.95. The original, story of Jade Empire is injected with new monsters, weapons, combat styles, new challenges, and special items to discover.

'The Elder Scrolls IV: Shivering Isles' (X360/PC) - 11 Screens

by Rainier on Feb. 16, 2007 @ 12:31 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Shivering Isles features more than 30 hours of new gameplay and allows you to explore an entirely new plane of Oblivion — the realm of Sheogorath, the Daedric Prince of Madness. In Shivering Isles, you can continue playing with your existing save game/character, or create an all-new character just to explore the new content.

'Q*bert' Coming to Playstation Network

by Rainier on Feb. 16, 2007 @ 12:20 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Q*bert, the colorful, loveable and jumpy character the children of the 80s have grown to love, is now in High Definition on the PS3, supporting resolutions up to 720p. Download Q*bert from the PlayStation Network on Feb. 22, 2007 for $4.99, and navigate through the pyramid levels, but watch out for his nemesis, Coily, and his gaggle of friends.

'SSX Blur' (Wii) - 5 New Screens

by Rainier on Feb. 15, 2007 @ 5:53 p.m. PST | Filed under News

SSX Blur is the newest version of the critically acclaimed snowboarding franchise. The huge air, blurring speed and insane tricks that SSX is known for return and the fun-factor is amplified by the unique capability of the Wiimote...

'Lost Planet' (X360) to Get New Multiplayer Maps

by Rainier on Feb. 15, 2007 @ 5:47 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Apart from working on a patch to fix various issues, Capcom is also putting the finishing touches on some new multiplayer maps. Currently scheduled for March 10th in Japan, the first Map Pack will include two new areas to frag in, Island 902 and Radar Field, and is expected to cost 400 points.

'Escape from Bug Island' (Wii) Coming to North America - Screens

by Rainier on Feb. 15, 2007 @ 2:38 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Eidos is excited to bring gamers the squishiest game out there with their eerie new Wii title, Escape from Bug Island, known in Japan as Necro-Nesia. This hot new game, not for the squeamish, comes to store shelves this spring.

Various Game Trailers #1008

by Rainier on Feb. 15, 2007 @ 2:29 p.m. PST | 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:

  • Valhalla Knights [PSP] - Trailer
  • Sword of the New World - Trailer


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

'The Crossing' Also Coming to Xbox 360

by Rainier on Feb. 15, 2007 @ 2:26 p.m. PST | Filed under News

The Crossing is an FPS game set in two different Paris timelines. It also allows for other players to take control of enemies in the single-player storyline, making for more interesting challenges. While there is not any official announcement yet, Arkane Studios is looking for an Xbox 360 programmer to work on The Crossing.

'Sam & Max Episode 4: Abe Lincoln Must Die' - Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on Feb. 15, 2007 @ 2:16 p.m. PST | Filed under News

The President of the United States has lost it. Federally mandated group hugs, a pudding embargo... what's next, gun control? Sam & Max are off to Washington to take care of this bozo, but the political climate will only get stormier... and a new power will rise…

PlayStation Network Gets 'Full Auto 2' Demo And 'Destruction Derby' Classic

by Rainier on Feb. 15, 2007 @ 2:02 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Available on the Playstation Network is a playable demo for SEGA's car combat game Full Auto 2: Battlelines, as well as a downloadable version of the PS1 classic Destruction Derby ($5.99) for the PSP. The array of tracks and race styles will keep you coming back for more, as you're on a mission to bash, smash and crash into the other guy until his car (or yours) gives up the ghost.

'Ghost Recon Advanced Warfighter 2' (ALL) - 9 New Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on Feb. 15, 2007 @ 1:56 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Ghost Recon Advanced Warfighter 2 will feature changing climate, improved AI, an advanced Cross-Com system, air strikes from jet fighters, new weapons and a new soldier class, the Medic.

Eidos Opens New Studio in Montreal

by Rainier on Feb. 15, 2007 @ 1:00 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Eidos Interactive announced an initiative to create a new development studio, recruiting 350 people within three years, in Montreal, Québec to work on new undisclosed next-generation projects.

'Enemy Engaged 2' - Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on Feb. 15, 2007 @ 12:55 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Enemy Engaged 2, sequel to the chopper classic Enemy Engaged: RAH-66 Comanche Versus Ka-52 Hokum, will feature new dynamic missions, multiplayer, and a complete overhaul of the graphics and audio to bring the game up to date with the latest and best flight simulations available.

Nihilistic Software Developing 'Conan' (ALL) Action Title

by Rainier on Feb. 15, 2007 @ 12:40 p.m. PST | Filed under News

The latest Game Informer magazine issue reveals details for THQ's first title in the recently acquired Conan franchise, developed by Nihilistic Software, known for such titles as EA's Marvel Nemesis: Rise of the Imperfects, Vampire The Masquerade: Redemption, and Blizzard's cancelled Starcraft Ghost. The new title, scheduled for Q1 2008, is totally separate from Funcom's MMO title, but rather inspired by the late Robert E. Howard barbaric character, and, similar to God of War, a hack'n slash action game with puzzle solving.

'Tortuga: Two Treasures' - 10 New Screens

by Rainier on Feb. 15, 2007 @ 12:31 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Tortuga: Two Treasures will have players setting sail as pirate captains in search of action, adventure and of course, treasure. You play Thomas ‘Hawk’ Blythe and after you get betrayed and captured, a dramatic battle for power, romance, treasure and truth commences aboard the Jolly Roger.