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Rainier's Articles


'James Cameron's Avatar: The Game' (ALL) Demo Coming on Monday

by Rainier on Nov. 13, 2009 @ 6:41 a.m. PST | Filed under News

"Avatar" is the story of an ex-Marine who finds himself thrust into hostilities on an alien planet filled with exotic life forms. As an Avatar, a human mind in an alien body, he finds himself torn between two worlds, in a desperate fight for his own survival and that of the indigenous people. Ubisoft will release a PC demo on Monday, which we will try to get on our fileserver as soon as humanly possible.

'Sherlock Holmes vs. Jack the Ripper' (ALL) Gets Euro Date - New Screens

by Rainier on Nov. 13, 2009 @ 6:40 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Sherlock Holmes is back with probably the series’ most terrifying investigation. The player will launch into the hunt for the most dangerous serial killer in England’s history: Jack the Ripper.

'The Beatles: Rock Band' (ALL) Gets Full Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band Album

by Rainier on Nov. 13, 2009 @ 6:35 a.m. PST | Filed under News

The Beatles: Rock Band will allow fans to pick up the guitar, bass, mic or drums and experience The Beatles extraordinary catalogue of music through gameplay that takes players on a journey through the legacy and evolution of the band's legendary career.

'StuntMANIA!pro' - v4.0 Demo Available NOW

by Rainier on Nov. 13, 2009 @ 5:49 a.m. PST | Filed under News

StuntMANIA!pro is a fast paced 3D car stunt driving game, where you get to perform the most amazing tricks and stunts in some really cool environments. This new version adds a few tweaks, improves speed optimizations and memory requirements.

'Yakuza 4' (PS3) - New Screens

by Rainier on Nov. 13, 2009 @ 5:19 a.m. PST | Filed under News

In Yakuza 4, you encounter the gritty atmosphere of Kiryu Kazuma's experiences, and three other characters are also available to play, each with an engaging backstory and a gripping, interwoven plot.

Impulse Nov. 12 - Nov. 15, 2009 Weekend Sale

by Rainier on Nov. 13, 2009 @ 4:51 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Stardock's digital distribution platform, Impulse, is having its weekend sale, knocking 50% off the regular price on Demigod, Tropico Reloaded, and Hacker Evolution, as well as dropping the price on a slew of titles like Sacraboar, DeskScapes 3, Titan Quest, Nemesis of the Roman Empire, Warlords Battlecry III, Capitalism II, and Immortal Cities: Children of the Nile.

'Command & Conquer 4: Tiberian Twilight' - New Screens

by Rainier on Nov. 13, 2009 @ 4:17 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Introducing new class-based gameplay, mobile bases and persistent player progression throughout all game modes, C&C4 offers players new, innovative and compelling strategic depth. Fans who can't wait until the March 16 release date can now pre-order and get early access to the upcoming beta program, the game's official soundtrack and an exclusive prequel bonus mission.

'Splinter Cell Conviction' (ALL) Getting Strategically Placed In-Game Ads

by Rainier on Nov. 13, 2009 @ 4:12 a.m. PST | Filed under News

An investigation into his daughter's death unwittingly leads former agent Sam Fisher to discover he's been betrayed by his prior agency, the Third Echelon. Now a renegade, Fisher finds himself in a race against time to thwart a deadly terrorist plot that threatens millions. The Collector's Edition will be bundled with content and items that will not be found anywhere else. At the Microsoft Advertising's Gaming Upfront Ubisoft revealed that SCC will have strategically placed in-game ads using "heat maps," locations gamers are likely to go and place ads there.

'Ballerina' (NDS/Wii) Announced

by Rainier on Nov. 13, 2009 @ 4:02 a.m. PST | Filed under News

In this new simulation players take on the role of a 12-year-old girl, who has just been admitted to a very prestigious dancing academy. During her period of training, the heroine commits herself solely to dancing. Her dream is to become a great prima ballerina. But the path to success is full of challenges

'Tony Hawk: Ride' (ALL) Gets Special Edition Board at Walmart

by Rainier on Nov. 13, 2009 @ 12:00 a.m. PST | Filed under News

For the first time, players will have the ability to physically play the game using an innovative motion sensing skateboard controller, allowing for unprecedented freedom and movement. Tony Hawk: RIDE focuses on innovation and fun, bringing the action-sports franchise to the forefront with cutting-edge technology for the hardcore fans and accessibility for the mass audience.