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By 2011 One-Third of Games Revenues Will Be Generated Online

by Rainier on Sept. 11, 2007 @ 3:37 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Research by Strategy Analytics reveals that the rapidly expanding MMO market is blazing the way for electronic sell-through and digital distribution of both PC and console games, and will by 2011 account for 30% of the games industry's revenue, which is expected to triple in the next 5 years.

'No More Heroes' (Wii) - 4 New Screens

by Rainier on Sept. 11, 2007 @ 3:26 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

No More Heroes is the next action game from SUDA-51, creator of the surreal shooter Killer7.

Break 'Halo 3' (X360) Street Date, and You're Fired!

by Rainier on Sept. 11, 2007 @ 3:01 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

According to an email sent by GameStop Corp. to employees, anyone who even accidentally breaks the tape on the Halo 3 shipping boxes will be fired on the spot. Other outlets have recently caused publisher concern by leaking BioShock and Stranglehold early, so GameStop is taking a firm stance that it will not tolerate such behavior. Whether you're a clerk or district manager, if you open the packaging before the midnight launch, you're out.

'NBA Live 08' (ALL) - 6 New Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on Sept. 11, 2007 @ 2:10 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

When the game is on the line and the ball is in your hands, what will you do? Will you penetrate, drive the lane and rise above the rim for a monster dunk, or find an opening on the perimeter and sink a game-winning three? Take control of the game with a full arsenal to win the 1-on-1 match-up from every spot on the floor with NBA Live 08.

Sony Releases v3.70 PSP Firmware

by Rainier on Sept. 11, 2007 @ 2:07 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Sony has released a new v3.70 PSP firmware update, adding new features such as adding custom theme settings, viewing a slideshow while listening to music, better scene search functionality, improved sequential playback of videos, and assign buttons added to the remote play menu

'Conan (PS3/X360) - 16 New Screens

by Rainier on Sept. 11, 2007 @ 11:36 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Conan is an action adventure game featuring a story of epic brutality, sheer evil and visceral combat. Players will follow the journey of Conan the Cimmerian as he fights a vicious battle against a variety of enemies and an elusive power that threatens to consume the Hyborian world.

Pre-Order 'The Orange Box' And Get 'Team Fortress 2' Beta Access

by Rainier on Sept. 11, 2007 @ 11:15 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Valve announced that people who pre-purchase The Orange Box (features Half-Life 2, HL 2: Ep. Two, Team Fortress 2, and Portal) before Oct. 10th will save 10% off the $49.95 regular price. If you pre-order through Steam, you additionally get exclusive access to the Team Fortress 2 beta, which launches next week.

'Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare' (ALL) Collector's Edition Announced

by Rainier on Sept. 11, 2007 @ 10:07 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

CoD 4: Modern Warfare is a new action-thriller that will arm gamers with the most advanced and powerful arsenal of modern day firepower to fight a new war in the world’s most treacherous hotspots. The PC and X360 version are getting a special hardcover book featuring concepts, imagery and artwork from the team that details the breath-taking action from the soldier to the satellite.

DreamCatcher Brings 'Loki' to North America - Screens

by Rainier on Sept. 11, 2007 @ 9:40 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Loki: Heroes of Mythology is an action/RPG where players take on the role of one of four great mythological heroes as they confront hordes of evil minions, battle against great mythological beasts and defy the gods in an adventure bristling with rage.

'Guitar Hero III: Legends of Rock' (ALL) Coming to PC!

by Rainier on Sept. 11, 2007 @ 9:38 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Aspyr announced that Guitar Hero III: Legends of Rock is coming to the PC with new content and features including a multiplayer action-inspired battle mode, grueling boss battles, a host of exclusive unlockable content and visually stunning rock venues.