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Rainier's Articles


'Gran Turismo' Franchise Ships More Than 50 Million Units Worldwide

by Rainier on May 9, 2008 @ 4:37 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Sony Computer Entertainment announced that since its racing and car-life simulator Gran Turismo launched over 10 years ago in December 1997, the cumulative worldwide shipment of the franchise has exceeded 50 million units.

'Mister Slime' (NDS) - 9 New Screens

by Rainier on May 9, 2008 @ 3:35 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

SouthPeak Games has signed a publishing agreement with Lexis Numérique for its newest old-school 2D side-scroller action adventure game, Mister Slime, featuring clever “elastic” controls.

'Mortal Kombat vs. DC Universe' (PS3/X360) to Feature 'Toned-Down' Fatalities

by Rainier on May 9, 2008 @ 3:31 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Mortal Kombat vs. DC Universe forces friends to fight, worlds to collide, and unlikely alliances to be forged. when Midway made the announcement of its Teen-rated fighting game fans were up in arms of the lack of fatalities, but in a recent interview Ed Boon stated that the game will include modified finishers, just not "the same kinds of outrageous moves, like tearing someone's head off and the spine being attached to it."

'B-Boy' (PSP/PS2) - New Screens

by Rainier on May 9, 2008 @ 3:26 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

B-Boy uses a dynamically controlled fighting system to help you battle the best b-boys on the planet. Over the course of an in-depth "B-Boy Life" mode, players build up a crew and battle against real-life superstar b-boys including legendary and original b-boy in-game host Crazy Legs.

Pi Studios Looking for Q&A Testers

by Rainier on May 9, 2008 @ 3:19 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

If you are local, or willing to relocate, Houston, Texas based Pi Studios is currently recruiting full time (but temporary) video game testers for positions in its Quality Assurance Department. Pi Studios is known for various Call of Duty expansion/map packs, Rock Band (PS2 & Wii) and currently working on Mercenaries 2: World In Flames (PS2), Quake Arena Arcade (Xbox 360 Live!) as well as a yet unannounced project.

'Burnout Paradise' (PS3/X360/PC) - Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on May 9, 2008 @ 1:22 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Burnout Paradise gives players license to wreak havoc in Paradise City, the ultimate seamless racing battleground, with a massive infrastructure of traffic-heavy roads to abuse. Announced earlier today, Burnout Paradise for the PC will be customized with expanded online multiplayer features, and community driven content.

Bioware Backs Away From 'Mass Effect' (PC) 10-Day Activation Protection

by Rainier on May 9, 2008 @ 1:04 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Mass Effect invites players to take the role of Commander Shepard as they set out on an adventure to save the galaxy from imminent destruction. Earlier this week Bioware producer Derek French caused quite a stir when he revealed the Mass Effect (as well as Spore) copy protection activated a validation check every 10 days. EA/Bioware have changed their position, and now both games will only initiate a check when downloading a patch or extra content.

'Race Driver: GRID' (ALL) - Demo Available NOW

by Rainier on May 9, 2008 @ 12:01 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

GRID takes players to locations over three continents to compete in a variety of racing events. Packed with the most powerful racecars - new and classic, circuit and drift - players will compete in urban street races, as well as conquer official racetracks and championships.

'Age of Conan: Hyborian Adventures' (ALL) - 24 New Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on May 9, 2008 @ 11:36 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Age of Conan: Hyborian Adventures is an Online Action RPG, mixing a deep, story-driven single-player experience and a massive and brutal multiplayer end-game that brings forth the ultimate representation of the Age of Conan

No More 'Command & Conquer 3' (ALL) Addons

by Rainier on May 9, 2008 @ 11:32 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Adds layers of strategy to your gaming experience by building mobile bases, wielding the power of terrifying Ion Storms on the battlefield, or customising your armies by combining units. Battle it out online with native voice-over IP, integrated clan support, and new spectator modes that let you play RTS games like a sport. In a recent interview C&C exec producer Mike Verdu revealed that Kane's Wrath will be the one & only expansion.