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Rainier's Articles


Monday, February 11, 2008 Shipping Announcements

by Rainier on Feb. 11, 2008 @ 9:58 a.m. PST | 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:

'This is Vegas' (PS3/X360/PC) - 4 New Screens

by Rainier on Feb. 11, 2008 @ 9:26 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Midway's 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.

Wii Shop Channel Adds Two Classic Titles

by Rainier on Feb. 11, 2008 @ 9:19 a.m. PST | Filed under News

On Monday Nintendo added yet another 3 classic games to the Wii's Shop Channel. Wii owners with a high-speed Internet access can redeem Wii Points to download the following titles: Harvest Moon and Lords of Thunder.

'A New Beginning' (NDS/Wii/PC) - 9 New Screens

by Rainier on Feb. 11, 2008 @ 9:16 a.m. PST | Filed under News

A New Beginning is a cinematic, interactive eco-thriller. In the classic adventure game an impending global climate cataclysm threatens the world, in a story ripped from today’s headlines, dealing with the defining issue of our time. At locations all around the globe, players will have to try and stem the tide – with the whole world hanging in the balance.

2008 Blizzard Entertainment Worldwide Invitational Announced

by Rainier on Feb. 11, 2008 @ 9:02 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Blizzard announced plans to hold its fourth Worldwide Invitational in Paris, France on the 28th and 29th of June, celebrating the communities surrounding Blizzard's Warcraft, Diablo and StarCraft series as well as showcasing the skills of top eSports gamers from around the world.

'City Life' (NDS) - 8 New Screens

by Rainier on Feb. 11, 2008 @ 6:12 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Create exactly the city you want: build uniquely-designed buildings out of over 150 available structures, from residences to corporate skyscrapers. Improve the quality of life by providing recreational and entertainment opportunities-without letting taxes spiral out of control.

'Chiquititas' (Wii) Announced

by Rainier on Feb. 11, 2008 @ 6:07 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Chiquititas, powered by Emergent's GameBryo engine, will be a third-person platform jumper with action and puzzle elements. The game, centered on a wonderful lead character that runs a home for orphans, will incorporate the optimistic plotline, lively music and colorful video from the original television series.

'Treasure Island' - 26 New Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on Feb. 11, 2008 @ 5:44 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Treasure Island is an 3D adventure game based on the classic bestseller novel by Robert Louis Stevenson, situated 4 years after its conclusion. The game combines traditional Point & Click controls and gameplay with breathtaking realtime 3D graphics and SFX.

EA Developing Casual Titles Based on Hasbro Products

by Rainier on Feb. 11, 2008 @ 5:43 a.m. PST | Filed under News

EA Casual announces its initial slate of Hasbro games in development, starting with Wii and DS titles that will be available this fall are Littlest Pet Shop, and Nerf N-Strike. Also in the works are new Monopoly and Scrabble titles for multiple platforms, as well as other titles that will be announced later this year.

'Iron Grip: Warlord' - 5 New Screens

by Rainier on Feb. 11, 2008 @ 4:38 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Announced earlier this year, Iron Grip: Warlord, using the Quake 3 engine, blends RTS and FPS gameplay, where you must employ urban guerrilla tactics to fight off the hordes. Protect your city at all costs, by building defense structures, setting traps, and taking the enemy on yourself.