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'Zone of the Enders Portable' (PSP) Revealed

by Rainier on July 26, 2006 @ 1:52 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

After two episodes on the PS2, Zone of the Enders, created by MGS' Hideo Kojima, is making its debut on the PSP according the Japanese magazine Dengeki. Konami will be publishing it, but so far there are no further details, let alone a possible release date, or if it'll make it outside of Japan to begin with.

Various Game Trailers #840

by Rainier on July 25, 2006 @ 11:59 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:

  • Virtua Fighter 5 [PS3] - Trailer (5)
  • Gangs of London [PSP] - Trailer
  • SingStar [PS3] - Trailer


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

'Sins of a Solar Empire' - 4 New Screens

by Rainier on July 25, 2006 @ 10:02 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Sins of a Solar Empire is a real-time space strategy title under development at Ironclad Games. Unfolding the fate of three unique factions, Sins of a Solar Empire is the first chapter in an epic science fiction saga.

EA's Casual Multiplayer Game 'Tales Runner' Licensed to China

by Rainier on July 25, 2006 @ 9:17 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

EA today announced it has reached an agreement with Korean NOWCOM to license Tales Runner, its first multiplayer advanced casual game, for distribution in Mainland China through its publisher Guangdong Tian Yue Network Technology Development.

Titanic Producer to Keynote at Austin Game Conference

by Rainier on July 25, 2006 @ 9:04 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Austin Game Conference announced today that Academy Award-winning producer and COO of Lightstorm Entertainment Jon Landau, known for producing James Cameron's "Titanic," will deliver a keynote address 10 a.m., Thursday, September 7, 2006.

Square-Enix Bans 2,000 'Final Fantasy XI' (ALL) Accounts

by Rainier on July 25, 2006 @ 8:55 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Based on the results of an investigation, over 2,000 PlayOnline accounts have been either suspended or terminated on Jul. 21, 2006 for the malicious and intentional use of these third-party tools. Square-Enix reminds players that the use of any third-party tools will not only destroy the in-game balance, but will also encourage RMT (Real Money Trade) activities, and will therefore continued to be banned.

'Super Monkey Ball Adventure' (PSP/NGC/PS2) - 16 New Screens

by Rainier on July 25, 2006 @ 6:14 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Super Monkey Ball Adventure is an all-new, narrative-driven and platform-based style of gameplay, along with brand-new Monkey Ball abilities and a bunch of fresh new characters, adding 50 new and original puzzles to this new and exciting gaming experience.

CDV Sponsors Weekly History Channel Quiz

by Rainier on July 25, 2006 @ 6:08 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

The History Channel and CDV USA have partnered through The History Channel website to offer history buffs a chance to win Roman treasures. CDV is awarding winners with a copy of its city building and management simulation game Glory of the Roman Empire, in addition to a DVD of The History Channel's Rome: Engineering an Empire special.

'Night Watch' - v1.001 Update Patch Available NOW

by Rainier on July 25, 2006 @ 5:45 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Night Watch is a tactical RPG, using the Silent Storm engine, and based on material from Russian writer Lukyanenko and is situated in the not so distant future. CDV has released the North American edition of the first patch for Night Watch addressing voice volume issue and fixing Dialogtexts, textbugs, and improving lipsync.

Square Enix Announces Summer 2006 Lineup

by Judy on July 25, 2006 @ 4:40 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Square Enix revealed its summer lineup, a roster that includes an assortment of new and exciting titles for a wide variety of platforms: Dirge of Cerberus – Final Fantasy VII and Valkyrie Profile 2: Silmeria exclusively on the PlayStation 2, and Valkyrie Profile: Lenneth for the PSP and Dragon Quest Heroes: Rocket Slime for the Nintendo DS.

'DK Bongo Blast' (NGC) - 8 New Screens

by Judy on July 25, 2006 @ 4:08 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Donkey Kong and his pals have gotten their mitts on some high-powered Barrel Jets – incredible engines that boost when struck by a pilot. By beating on the DK Bongos controller, players can make their character swoop up, bank side to side and launch attacks on rivals.

'Gears of War' (X360) - 7 New Screens

by Rainier on July 25, 2006 @ 1:10 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Gears of War blends the best of tactical action games with the best of survival horror titles, thrusting gamers into the harrowing story of humankind's battle for survival against the Locust Horde, creating cinematic, high-definition visuals so intense and powerful, it feels like the gamers are controlling a blockbuster action movie.

'Mario Hoops 3-on-3' (NDS) - 70 New Screens

by Rainier on July 25, 2006 @ 12:57 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Get that magic touch. There are plenty of basketball games out there, but none with the hands-on control of Mario Hoops 3-on-3. Players use the touch screen to get their game on as they execute tricky dribbles, special passes and sweet shots – all with strokes and taps of the stylus.

Tuesday July 25, 2006 Shipping Announcements

by Rainier on July 25, 2006 @ 12:04 p.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:

'Snoopy vs The Red Baron' (PSP/PS2/Xbox/PC) - 12 New Screens

by Rainier on July 25, 2006 @ 11:44 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

While snoozing atop his doghouse one day, Snoopy has a magical dream. He becomes a virtuoso flying ace, piloting his World War I bi-plane in a heroic attempt to foil the plans of his archenemy, the Red Baron. Join Snoopy and friends as you take on the nefarious Baron and his cohorts in this enchanting aerial adventure.

'Age of Empires III' - v1.08 Patch Coming Soon

by Rainier on July 25, 2006 @ 11:29 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Ensemble lets us know that Age of Empires III v1.08 is in final testing and will be available in a matter of days. The new patch mainly focuses on adding balance changes to the game. Read more for details ...

'Sword of the Stars' - Demo Available NOW

by Rainier on July 25, 2006 @ 10:06 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Sword of the Stars lets you explore planets, manage their empire and research new technology. This demo features unlimited turns in a 40 star galaxy, but limited to fission era technology, 2 races (Human & Tarkas), 3 difficulty settings, includes random, encounters, alliances and is multiplayer (4 player online/LAN) enabled.

'Anno 1701' - 32 New Screens

by Rainier on July 25, 2006 @ 10:04 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Create your own fascinating world of ANNO 1701! Become a discoverer – and experience the adventure of a lifetime. Weigh anchor, sail the seven seas, explore new continents and foreign cultures. Demonstrate your strategic skills, business acumen and diplomatic finesse. Revel in the jubilant cheers of your people – but don't disappoint them!

Nintendo's North American GBA/NDS/NGC Release Schedule

by Rainier on July 25, 2006 @ 9:27 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Nintendo North America today revealed its non-Wii release lineup for the rest of 2006. While the new Wii console will arrive in the fourth quarter of 2006, Nintendo has plenty of other things to keep people busy until then, such as Yoshi’s Island 2, and Elite Beat Agents.

Big 'Gears of War' (X360) Announcement Coming

by Rainier on July 25, 2006 @ 6:05 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Epic's Mark Rein has put up a message in the Epic chat boards stating that a "BIG announcement coming next week!" While of course no details were provided, when one user hinted it might be about the release date, Mark Rein commented "maybe the announcement that is going to be made isn't what you think it is." User speculation has been rampant from GoW going gold, release date, to possibly multiplayer or other info about Epic's upcoming visceral shooter. To be continued ...