by Rainier on Jan. 13, 2010 @ 12:01 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Dragon Age: Origins represents BioWare’s return to its roots, delivering a fusion of elements from existing fantasy works with emotionally-driven narrative, heart-pounding combat, powerful magic abilities and credible digital actors.
Delayed last week, Bioware confirmed that the Return to Ostagar DLC is now avaialble for X360, later today for PC, and in the "near future" for PS3.
by Rainier on Jan. 13, 2010 @ 11:54 a.m. PST | Filed under
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The Project Runway video game will put players in the role of an aspiring fashion designer. Similar to the show, players will be presented with different challenges as they create designs and adorn models with hair, make-up, and accessories. Players can then become the model and strut their creations down the runway using the Wii Balance Board accessory.
by Rainier on Jan. 13, 2010 @ 11:17 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Mimana Iyar Chronicles blends the traditional RPG elements of vast map exploration and treacherous dungeon spelunking. Engage in fast-paced battles in a quasi-3D environment where you control the character’s movement and actions, and strategically command your party to turn the tide of battle.
by Rainier on Jan. 13, 2010 @ 10:31 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Ubisoft's latest financial result reveals that Tom Clancy’s Splinter Cell Conviction has been delayed until April 2010, while R.U.S.E. is now expected in the next fiscal year, anywhere from April 1, 2010 to March 31, 2011. On the flipside, Ubisoft also plans to release a new installment in the Driver series, Raving Rabbids 4 and a new episode of Assassin’s Creed, the first in the series to have an online multiplayer mode.
by Rainier on Jan. 13, 2010 @ 9:20 a.m. PST | Filed under
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FF XIII provides tangible, intuitive controls while delivering seamless transitions between real-time gameplay and stunning in-game cinematics. The latest in cutting-edge technology has been utilized in development of Final Fantasy XIII, thus making this newest addition to the Final Fantasy series worthy of the title next generation.
by Rainier on Jan. 13, 2010 @ 9:10 a.m. PST | Filed under
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iEntertainment Network announced that it had acquired Thriller New Media, Inc, a media development company focused on online military communities, massively multiplayer online games, interactive simulations, action novels, and action movies.
by Rainier on Jan. 13, 2010 @ 7:46 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War II – Chaos Rising features a new playable army, and continues the epic journey of the Blood Ravens as they battle this new, more personal enemy. Chaos Rising offers new single-player and co-op campaigns, a level cap increase from 20 to 30, more powerful war-gear and a suite of innovative multiplayer options.
by Rainier on Jan. 13, 2010 @ 7:33 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment has entered into a multi-year exclusive agreement with Sesame Workshop to create and publish interactive videogame titles worldwide based on Sesame Street, the longest running children’s television program.
by Rainier on Jan. 13, 2010 @ 7:05 a.m. PST | Filed under
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With customizable ships and characters from the Klingon Empire and United Federation of Planets, ground, space and shipboard gameplay and unique options for player-generated content set in the Star Trek universe, Star Trek Online is the MMOG that allows you to boldly go where no one has gone before!
by Rainier on Jan. 13, 2010 @ 6:57 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Field of Glory is an approachable and fun wargame system for your PC that covers the ancient and medieval worlds. It's intuitive user interface makes it an ideal game to pick up for new comers to the hobby, while it's subtlety and depth ensure long term interest for the grognard.
by Rainier on Jan. 13, 2010 @ 6:41 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Modern Warfare 2 continues the gripping and heart-racing saga with an unprecedented level of action as players face off against a new threat dedicated to bringing the world to the brink of collapse. Activision announced that the game continues to set sell-through records crossing the $1 billion mark in retail sales worldwide since its launch in Nov. 2009.
by Rainier on Jan. 13, 2010 @ 6:35 a.m. PST | Filed under
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The grandfather of the rogue-like RPG, the legendary Shiren series (also known as Mystery Dungeon) is all about tough-as-nails battles, thrilling exploration, finding tons of items, growing in strength, and most important of all: staying alive!
by Rainier on Jan. 13, 2010 @ 6:11 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Pirates of the Burning Sea is an MMORPG set in the Caribbean islands of the 18th Century. As a bold sea captain, master of your own ship and crew, you seek glory and adventure across the trackless deep.
by Brad Hilderbrand on Jan. 13, 2010 @ 12:15 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Gyromancer is a new puzzle-RPG developed in collaboration between Square Enix and PopCap. With a blend of puzzle elements from the PopCap Games puzzle hit Bejeweled Twist™ and the RPG mastery of Square Enix, Gyromancer is an all-new experience that defines the puzzle-RPG genre.
by Brian Dumlao on Jan. 13, 2010 @ 12:10 a.m. PST | Filed under
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You might be the best bowler in the world, but are you the best bowler in the Galaxy? Compete against humans, aliens and monsters in this interstellar twist on league bowling. It takes more than a good hook shot to compete in the Alien Monster Bowling League.
by Rainier on Jan. 12, 2010 @ 5:30 p.m. PST | Filed under
Trailers
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:
- Dark Void [ALL] - Tactical Freedom Trailer #4
- Sonic & SEGA All-Satars Racing [ALL] - Vehicles Trailer
- Army of Two: 40th Day [ALL] - Launch Trailer
We will update this throughout the day when new trailers become available. Read more for download links ...
by Rainier on Jan. 12, 2010 @ 3:44 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Fantasy Earth Zero boasts a vast game world that puts epic warfare directly in the hands of the players, emphasizing bristling battle systems, loyalty to friends and defending the player's country against all threats. FEZ combines fast-paced action and RPG elements in a player vs. player vs. environment (PvPvE) world.
by Rainier on Jan. 12, 2010 @ 12:51 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Last year Warner acquired most of the Midway assets and various development studios in Chicago/Seattle, and now that it has had time to evaluate its new properties WBIE confirmed
earlier rumors that it has laid off 25 people at Monolith (which it
acquired in 2004), Surreal, And Snowblind.
by Rainier on Jan. 12, 2010 @ 10:55 a.m. PST | Filed under
Patch
FIFA Manager 10 gives players the chance to find out who is the best manager, featuring a vast array of all-new features including, for the first time ever, an online mode where players can play against each other over LAN or internet. Whether founding a club, becoming a national coach, or finally leading their favorite club to international glory, all options are open.
by Rainier on Jan. 12, 2010 @ 10:40 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Naughty Bear is a cheeky action game featuring a unique blend of comic mischief and astonishingly bad behavior. You take on the role of Naughty Bear, a bear driven to seek vengeance after the other bears don’t invite him to the big birthday party, and is now hell bent on manipulating and terrorizing the blissful bears inhabiting the Island of Perfection.
by Rainier on Jan. 12, 2010 @ 10:38 a.m. PST | Filed under
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With customizable ships and characters from the Klingon Empire and United Federation of Planets, ground, space and shipboard gameplay and unique options for player-generated content set in the Star Trek universe, Star Trek Online is the MMOG that allows you to boldly go where no one has gone before!
by Rainier on Jan. 12, 2010 @ 10:36 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Rebellion today announced that corporate restructuring will take advantage of the expanded facilities at their Oxford Head Quarters and the Runcorn studio. The Derby facility, acquired from Eidos, is coming to the end of its lease, and staff are being consulted on its future.
by Adam Pavlacka on Jan. 12, 2010 @ 8:20 a.m. PST | Filed under
Interviews
Metro 2033, based on Russian author Dmitriy Glukhovskiy's novel of the same name, is a 3D horror/action/survival FPS with elements RPG genre game.
by Rainier on Jan. 12, 2010 @ 1:44 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Dante's Inferno is a 3rd action adventure adaptation of the medieval epic poem "The Divine Comedy" by Dante Alighieri, telling the tale of Dante who journeys through the twisted, menacing nine circles of hell in pursuit of his beloved Beatrice
by Rainier on Jan. 12, 2010 @ 12:00 a.m. PST | Filed under
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An investigation into his daughter's death unwittingly leads former agent Sam Fisher to discover he's been betrayed by his prior agency, the Third Echelon. Now a renegade, Fisher finds himself in a race against time to thwart a deadly terrorist plot that threatens millions.