by Rainier on Jan. 17, 2003 @ 10:02 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Noticed on Bluesnews that the German Anno 1503 Homepage has word that "Die Demo ist da," or that the German demo version of SUNFLOWERS' city-building trading strategy prequel is now available. This playable demo version for Anno 1503 contains four different game modes and scenarios. In two introduction games the player learns the first steps of establishing a settlement, discovering of civilizations, the trade with natives and the setting-up of commercial routes. When the two introduction games are successfully completed, 2 new scenarios ("settling" and "fight") will unlock. Read more for links where to download it ...
by Rainier on Nov. 15, 2002 @ 2:12 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Sierra Entertainment, Inc., announced today the latest addition to their NASCAR racing franchise. Developed by Massachusetts-based Papyrus Racing Games, NASCAR Racing 2003 Season will feature new 3D graphics, an enhanced physics model developed with the input of official NASCAR team engineers, and informative driving aids for both seasoned and novice drivers. In addition, the game will include 2003 NASCAR Cup series teams, sponsors, and tracks.
by Rainier on Oct. 15, 2002 @ 9:29 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Atari is bringing the franchise that redefined the surfing video game genre, TransWorld Surf, to the Nintendo GameCube this spring with the release of a completely reinvented edition of the game: TransWorld Surf: Next Wave. The GameCube title improves upon and follows up TransWorld Surf for PlayStation 2 and Xbox, which has been hailed as “the best surfing title ever.”
by Thomas on Oct. 7, 2002 @ 10:21 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Factornews today tossed up
five new screens from Anno 1503. "1503 A.D. is a new PC title that blends the action of real-time strategy with the depth of empire building".
by Rainier on Oct. 2, 2002 @ 2:08 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Heading back into space to destroy an invading armada, Majesco, one of the fastest-growing publishers of interactive entertainment software, announces Iridion II for Game Boy Advance. The sequel to the original Iridion 3D, Iridion II maintains the intense graphic detail of its predecessor, while adding exciting new features.
by Thomas on Aug. 13, 2002 @ 10:56 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Activision, Inc. announced today that the company has entered into an agreement with the U.K. - based developer, Team 17, to publish the highly anticipated title Worms 3 and an additional yet-to-be-announced Worms title. Under the terms of the agreement, Activision has acquired multi-platform worldwide publishing and distribution rights for the game, excluding PC rights in Korea, Taiwan and China.
by Thomas on May 21, 2002 @ 8:52 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Microsoft highlighted its next wave of highly anticipated titles for the Xbox today to a packed house of journalists and retailers from around the world, as well as cheering game fans, who rattled the rafters in the historic Orpheum Theater. With blockbuster games such as "Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic " (LucasArts Entertainment Company), "Brute Force" (Microsoft Game Studios), "NFL Fever 2003" (Microsoft Game Studios), "Unreal Championship" (Infogrames) and "Panzer Dragoon ORTA" (SEGA of America, Inc.), Microsoft previewed its top Xbox games that will be shown at this week’s E3 and available to game fans this holiday season. We added some screens from Kung Fu Chaos, MechAssault and Blinx: The Time Sweeper. Njoy!
UPDATE: More screens added, check them out!
by Patrick on May 13, 2002 @ 2:57 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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THQ Inc. announced that it will unveil "Red Faction II" at the (E3) in Los Angeles on May 22. Developed exclusively for the PS2 by THQ's studio, Volition, "Red Faction II" is the sequel to one of the best-selling and most critically acclaimed original game franchises of 2001. Featuring an enhanced Geo-Mod engine that allows players to strategically alter and destroy the game environment in real-time, "Red Faction II" builds upon the experience and technology of the original game with more blistering action, highly detailed graphics, new multi-player options and an engaging storyline. "Red Faction II" is scheduled to release in holiday 2002.
by Thomas on May 11, 2002 @ 8:18 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Infogrames, Inc. the creators of one of the best-selling outdoor simulation franchises in PC history, scores a bull's-eye with Deer Hunter 2003, set to release this fall. Developed by Sunstorm Interactive, Deer Hunter 2003 will feature new jaw-dropping, photo-realistic 3D environments, advanced AI and the most comprehensive hunting simulation to date.
by Thomas on April 12, 2002 @ 4:13 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Buka Entertainment, a leading entertainment software publisher in Russia, today announced that its lineup of PC titles to be exhibited at E3 in Los Angeles.
by Thomas on April 9, 2002 @ 4:29 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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CDV Software Entertainment, one of the leading German publishers and distributors of gaming software, today announces its strongest line-up ever for E3, the biggest trade show for interactive entertainment, being held May 22-24, 2002 at the Los Angeles Convention Center. CDV’s stand will include a gaming zone, with playable code, several conference rooms, and will be located in the Kentia hall of the LA Convention Center.
by Thomas on March 27, 2002 @ 6:07 p.m. PST | Filed under
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This motive will adorn the ANNO 1503 cover in Europe and there will soon be more details about packaging and contents. Later EA will provide the American market with its own unique 1503 A.D. motive. 1503 A.D. is an exciting new PC title that blends the action of real-time strategy with the depth of empire building. Read more below to check out the Euro box..
by Rainier on March 25, 2002 @ 1:47 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Rockstar Games, Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc.’s high-end video game publishing division, confirmed that its best-selling tour de force “Grand Theft Auto 3” will be available for the PC platform in May 2002.
by Rainier on March 6, 2002 @ 6:22 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Ubi Soft Entertainment, one of the largest video game publishers in the world, today announced plans to release Rayman 3 Hoodlum Havoc in the U.S. and Europe this fall with availability on all next generation consoles and PC.
by Thomas on Feb. 28, 2002 @ 10:31 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Today at the Microsoft PC Games International Games Festival, Microsoft Game Studios announced that the newest version of its best-selling PC golf franchise, "Links 2003," is scheduled to hit store shelves this holiday season. PGA superstar Sergio Garcia returns to headline an all-star lineup of well-known professional golfers featured in "Links 2003."
by Thomas on Feb. 5, 2002 @ 12:18 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Developed by Kalisto Entertainment, Nightmare Creatures 3, Angel of Darkness (working title) is the sequel to the 1998 hit game Nightmare Creatures 1 and the 2000 game Nightmare Creatures 2, which sold in excess of 2 million units worldwide combined on Sony PlayStation, Nintendo 64, Sega Dreamcast and PC platforms. Nightmare Creatures 3 for the new generation of home consoles will hit store shelves in the second quarter of 2003. Full pressrelease and screens below!
by Thomas on Dec. 24, 2001 @ 8:50 a.m. PST | Filed under
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The official Anno 1503 AD site offers now a new movie trailer of this isometric trading strategy game. The trailer comes in 2 versions, normal quality 36 Mb and high quality 97 Mb.
Bring me there.
by Rainier on Sept. 7, 2001 @ 7:15 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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A little while ago EA picked up the rights to the sequel of Anno1602. Today we bring you some more game info and a bunch of screens ...