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'Street Fighter II Hyper Fighting' (X360) - 30 New Screens

by Rainier on May 31, 2006 @ 9:55 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

In addition to several offline modes and numerous leaderboards and achievements, Street Fighter II Hyper Fighting takes advantage of the new online features of Xbox 360 to create a seamless online multiplayer experience, such as the exclusive Quarter Match mode..

Wednesday May 31, 2006 Shipping Announcements

by Rainier on May 31, 2006 @ 9:27 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:

Infinium Labs Still Working On Phantom Products

by Rainier on May 31, 2006 @ 6:24 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Infinium Labs today provided an operations update stating that it is still working on the Phantom Game Service and is currently licensing technology to well-established manufacturers of PCs and digital home entertainment, although no mention of the actual console is made. The Phantom Lapboard, currently in a prototype state, is scheduled for October.

'City Life' - WinME Patch Available NOW

by Rainier on May 31, 2006 @ 5:57 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Create exactly the city you want: build uniquely-designed structures, from residences to corporate skyscrapers. Improve the quality of life by providing recreational and entertainment opportunities-without letting taxes spiral out of control. Monte Cristo has released a patch to address launch issues under Windows Millennium, this patch does not fix anything else and is for WinMe users only.

'Call of Juarez' - 4 New Screens

by Rainier on May 31, 2006 @ 5:37 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Call of Juarez is situated in 19th-century Wild West America and requires a combination of both intelligent stealth and pure shooting. Fast-paced revolver duels using historically accurate firearms, horseback riding, and memorable locations combine with top-notch graphics and an enthralling soundtrack to immerse both casual and hardcore players.

'Genji 2' (PS3) - 9 New Screens

by Rainier on May 31, 2006 @ 4:52 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Based on the PS2 game Genji, and set three years after the last chapter of Genkuro Yoshitsune’s life, Genji 2 (working title) continues to expand on the historical accounts of feudal Japan. By doing so, Genji 2 unveils beautiful next generation visuals and sword slashing gameplay.

'The Movies' Website Re-launched

by Rainier on May 31, 2006 @ 4:47 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Lionhead re-launched The Movies Online site with a brand new design, a host of new features and new pages devoted to the upcoming The Movies: Stunts & Effects expansion. If you haven't done so yet, check out our The Movies: S&E preview ...

'Dirge of Cerberus: Final Fantasy VII' (PS2) - 5 New Screens

by Rainier on May 31, 2006 @ 3:57 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Taking place three years after the original PSOne game console title, gamers follow Vincent Valentine's journey as he uncovers shocking truths never revealed in Midgar. Vincent is connected to recent attacks, and he may be the only one who can save this shattered world. When the world is engulfed in darkness, his gun will toll a dreadful dirge...

Nintendo DS Lite Street Date Broken, Goes On Sale in North America

by Rainier on May 31, 2006 @ 2:50 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

While the official launch date was set for June 11, 2006, it seems various retail stores (Target, Sears) across North America have already started selling the Nintendo DS Lite. A moderator at CheapAssGamer bought his yesterday, which spurred various other people to run to their stores, to find out they were indeed available.

'Gran Turismo HD' (PS3) - 14 New Screens

by Rainier on May 31, 2006 @ 2:36 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

While details on Gran Turismo HD are still slim, Polyphony Digital's newest GT iteration will be coming to the PS3 in full HD glory, including the ability to drive two-wheeled vehicles.

'WarPath' (Xbox/PC) Gets Delayed

by Rainier on May 31, 2006 @ 2:19 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

WarPath is new fast-paced Sci-fi FPS game offering up a unique single player experience as well as multiplayer modes that will challenge any shooter fan. Originally scheduled for June 2006, Digital Extremes has updated its product page to reflect a new July 18 launch date.

'UFO: Afterlight' - 5 New Screens

by Rainier on May 31, 2006 @ 1:51 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

UFO: Afterlight is a mixture of squad based tactical action and global strategy with the gamer controlling the actions of elite ground troops, and the running and construction of an intricate network of interlinking bases while collecting resources.

'Gary Grigsby’s World at War' - v1.201 Patch Available NOW

by Rainier on May 31, 2006 @ 1:39 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Take command in this dynamic turn-based game and test strategies that long-past generals and world leaders could only dream of: make it happen in Gary Grigsby’s World at War. This update adresses a few small isssues that came up after the previous v1.2 patch.

'Just Cause' (PS2/Xbox/X360/PC) - 12 New Screens

by Rainier on May 30, 2006 @ 4:07 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

In Just Cause, you take on the role of the flamboyant Rico Rodriguez - an undercover CIA operative specializing in regime change - as he tries to overthrow the corrupt government of San Esperito. This rogue South American island is suspected of stockpiling WMDs and it's your job to negate the threat to world peace

Tuesday May 30, 2006 Shipping Announcements

by Rainier on May 30, 2006 @ 3:04 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:

Various Game Trailers #796

by Rainier on May 30, 2006 @ 3:04 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:

  • Lumines II [PSP] - E3 2006 Trailer
  • Half-Life 2: Episode 1 - Trailer #4
  • Joint Task Force - E3 2006 Trailer
  • Every Extend Extra [PSP] - E3 2006 Trailer
  • Hitman: Blood Money [PS2/Xbox/X360/PC] - Trailer #12


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

'Call of Duty 3' (Xbox/PS2/Wii/PS3/X360) - Screen

by Rainier on May 30, 2006 @ 2:38 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Call of Duty 3 delivers the intensity of being closer than ever to the fury of combat during the battle for the Liberation of Paris, the most harrowing campaign of WWII, known as The Normandy Breakout. Through a seamless narrative, CoD3 delivers the rush of unrelenting battle and breathtaking action of the Allied offensive that changed the fate of the world.

Xbox 360 Camera Coming In September

by Rainier on May 30, 2006 @ 2:34 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

In a podcast interview with Larry "Major Nelson" Hyrb, Group Marketing Manager of Xbox Live Aaron Greenberg revealed that the Xbox Live Vision camera is scheduled for September 19. The USB 2.0 webcam is X360 and PC compatible, requires no drivers, but will be the only pheripheral suited as camera, no 3rd party ones are allowed. World Series of Poker: Tournament of Champions, and Ubisoft's Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six: Vegas, amongst several Xbox Live Arcade titles, will use the cam to model players' heads, to add depth to the images it will use both portrait and profile angles.

'Motorstorm' (PS3) - 5 New Screens

by Rainier on May 30, 2006 @ 2:23 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

MotorStorm delivers brutal off-road racing, plunging players into a stunningly realistic - but frenzied and chaotic - environment awash with grit, mud and petrol, in a game that leaves the standard rules of racing in the dust.

Visit 'Savage 2' Website and Win A VoodooPC HEXX Extreme Gamer PC

by Rainier on May 30, 2006 @ 2:07 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

S2 Games celebrates the Savage 2: A Tortured Soul website re-launch with a 3-day trivia contest, starting on June 5, 2006. A series of shorts question will have visitors search the website for answers and participants will vie for Savage 2 beta access, free copies of the game, and the grand prize, a VoodooPC HEXX Extreme Gamer PC featuring SLI technology.