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Rainier's Articles


Various Game Trailers #1381

by Rainier on July 2, 2008 @ 4:55 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:

  • Baja: Edge of Control [ALL] - Trailer (2)
  • Dead Space [ALL] - Dev Diary Trailer #4
  • TrackMania Nations Forever - World Record Trailer
  • City Life 2008 Edition - Trailer #4
  • Little League World Series Baseball 2008 [NDS/Wii] - Trailer
  • Ninjatown [NDS] - Trailer #2


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

Activision-Vivendi Merger Lawsuit Tossed

by Rainier on July 2, 2008 @ 4:53 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

When Activision announced last year that it would merge with Vivendi Games not all its shareholders were in agreement with the $18.9 billion deal. Wayne County Employees' Retirement System filed a preliminary injunction which has now been denied by the Delaware Court of Chancery, so the merger can move forward.

'James Bond: Quantum of Solace' (ALL) - New Screens

by Rainier on July 2, 2008 @ 3:50 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Introducing a more lethal and cunningly efficient Bond, the game blends first-person action with a third-person cover combat system that allows players to feel what it is like to be the ultimate secret agent. Seamlessly blending the heart-pounding action and excitement of the “Quantum of Solace” film with the “Casino Royale” movie, the title propels players into the cinematic experience of international espionage.

SCEA Pulls PS3 v2.40 Firmware After Users Complain of Freezing

by Rainier on July 2, 2008 @ 3:46 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Earlier today SCEA released the v2.40 PS3 system software update adding in-game XMB access which enables users to connect and communicate with other gamers, as well as giving PS3 users the ability to earn Trophies and tout their accomplishments & skills via profiles with other members of the community. Shortly after its release PS3 owners who updated their console started complaining about their PS3 freezing/locking up. Without explanation the firmware is no longer available.

'DC Universe Online' (PS3/PC) - Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on July 2, 2008 @ 3:31 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Under the creative direction of Jim Lee, SOE Austin is building a world where you feel like you've stepped into the DC Universe and become the ultimate super-hero (or villain) along side of Superman, Batman, or Ambush Bug. SOE will publicly unveil DC Universe Online at Comic Con with a game demo.

'Rock Band 2' (ALL) Preliminary Tracklist Leaked

by Rainier on July 2, 2008 @ 2:40 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Rock Band 2 builds upon its foundation as the first music game to introduce co-op band gameplay, multiple instruments, online multiplayer experience, unparalleled downloadable content and raises the bar by delivering an entirely new level of depth, connectivity, authenticity and features. During a segment on cable TV station G4's X-Play show part of the Rock Band 2 set list may inadvertently have been leaked.

'This is Vegas' (PS3/X360/PC) Gets Delayed - Screens

by Rainier on July 2, 2008 @ 2:19 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

This is Vegas is an open world, lifestyle action experience, where you live out your Vegas fantasies by fighting, gambling, driving and partying your way through the most decadent, fast-paced and wildest city in the world. Originally scheduled for late 2008, Midway has pushed This is Vegas back until 2009.

'SBK-08 Superbike World Championship' - v1.1 Patch Available NOW

by Rainier on July 2, 2008 @ 1:27 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Black Bean's fast paced racing game SBK-08 Superbike World Championship, developed by Milestone, is the officially licensed WSBK, and will storm the next-gen consoles with brand new features and enhancements. This v1.01 patch fixes compatibility issues with some ATi cards, and optimizes general performance.

'Halo' Gets A Board Game

by Rainier on July 2, 2008 @ 1:24 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Genius Products and B1 Games unveil the first ever board game based on Microsoft and Bungies’ sci-fi FPS Halo, capturing the edge-of-your-seat action and storyline of the video game as it gives players the chance to control UNSC Marine and Covenant forces in strategic battles for power.

'Disciples III: Renaissance' Legions of the Damned Modeus Unit - Screens

by Rainier on July 2, 2008 @ 1:21 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Advances in gameplay and the addition of new elements will make Disciples III richer and more interesting, while the visual design follows the original ominous and gloomy style of the Disciples world, but now with all units and environments in full 3D.