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New Xbox Experience Update Becomes Mandatory

by Rainier on March 3, 2009 @ 5:48 p.m. PST | Filed under News

The New Xbox Experience gives X360 owners a completely new experience that is fun, social and simple to use -- and puts more entertainment at their fingertips than any other device connected to the TV. From now on new titles will require you to update your Xbox 360 and install the NXE dashboard update from the game DVD before you can actually play, the first titles with this setup are Tom Clancy's H.A.W.X, and MLB 2K9.

'Backyard Baseball '10' (ALL) Announced - Screens

by Rainier on March 3, 2009 @ 5:17 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Combining all the elements of a realistic sports title with the thrilling action of a crazy arcade game, Backyard Baseball '10, is the ultimate kids’ baseball experience with new fields, detailed graphics, precise game controls, and a beefed up MLB roster including David “Big Papi” Ortiz, who is returning for a second season as the game’s cover player.

Various Game Trailers #1549

by Rainier on March 3, 2009 @ 4:54 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:

  • Majesty 2: The Fantasy Kingdom Sim - How to Become A King And Not Die Trailer
  • Tom Clancy's H.A.W.X. [ALL] - Launch Trailer
  • Empire: Total War [PC] - Launch Trailer
  • Watchmen: The End is Nigh [ALL] - Trailer (2)


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

'Fallout 3' (ALL) - v1.4 Patches Available NOW

by Rainier on March 3, 2009 @ 4:52 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Fallout 3 places a player in the role of a Vault-dweller, who ventures from his secluded, underground survival Vault into a post-apocalyptic world of mutants, radiation, gangs and violence.

'NCAA Basketball 09' (X360) to Get Downloadable March Madness Edition - Screens

by Rainier on March 3, 2009 @ 3:00 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Electronic Arts today announced an official downloadable NCAA Tournament edition of its college basketball video game. NCAA Basketball 09: March Madness Edition will be available to download on Mar. 11, 2009, just in time for the start of the NCAA tournament. It's exclusive to the Xbox 360 and will cost 1,200 Microsoft points ($15).

'Broken Sword: Shadow of the Templars' (NDS/Wii) - 11 New Screens

by Rainier on March 3, 2009 @ 12:41 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Broken Sword: Shadow of the Templars – The Director's Cut builds on the original, boasting a new and explosive narrative interwoven with the first story. New puzzles have been added that specifically utilize Nintendo's unique control methods.

'Knights in the Nightmare' (NDS) Bundles Soundtrack And Art Book - Screens

by Rainier on March 3, 2009 @ 11:11 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Knights in the Nightmare requires players to throw out everything they know about RPG and strategy games and embrace something altogether new and fresh. Frantic, energetic action mixes with thought-provoking tactical gameplay, all within a beautifully-rendered fantasy setting and presented through a captivating, emotional narrative.

'Scrabble' (NDS/PSP) Gets Release Date - Trailer

by Rainier on March 3, 2009 @ 11:06 a.m. PST | Filed under News

The best-selling crossword puzzle board game Scrabble is on deck to land on handheld platforms including the NDS and PSP, and will feature three modes of play including Classic, Speed and the new Scrabble Slam.

'The Munchables' (Wii) Announced - Screens

by Rainier on March 3, 2009 @ 10:16 a.m. PST | Filed under News

The Munchables is an entertaining romp into a colorful and delicious action adventure where players will explore rich and vibrant environments, devouring delectable enemies and guide their quirky heroes in a zany alien munching mash-up filled with fun and addictive gameplay.

Good Old Games Adds 'Rise of the Triad' and 'Seven Kingdoms 2'

by Rainier on March 3, 2009 @ 9:55 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Last week Good Old Games signed an agreement with Apogee to distribute its classic titles, and while it started with Duke Nukem 3D, it has now also added Rise of the Triad: Dark War to its portfolio, as well as Enlight Software's Seven Kingdoms 2, both DRM-free, XP/Vista compatible and only $5.99.