by Rainier on Oct. 8, 2009 @ 7:05 p.m. PDT | Filed under
News
Forza Motorsport 3 unites the racing game genre, making it possible for everyone to experience the thrill of more than 400 of the world’s most exotic and exquisite cars on over 100 renowned real-world tracks and exotic road courses from around the globe.
by Rainier on Oct. 8, 2009 @ 6:38 p.m. PDT | 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:
- Magna Carta 2 [X360] - Chain System Trailer
- Dragon Age: Origins [ALL] - Blood Dragon Armor Trailer
We will update this throughout the day when new trailers become available. Read more for download links ...
by Rainier on Oct. 8, 2009 @ 6:31 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Set during a tumultuous period of Japanese history, Sengoku Basara Samurai Heroes follows players as they fight their way to the dramatic battle of Sekigahara. Players will take up the swords and spears of more than a dozen fierce samurai warriors in huge battles against hundreds of opponents in many exciting stages that lead up to the main event.
by Rainier on Oct. 8, 2009 @ 6:22 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Sony has
rolled out new PlayStation Store content, starting with
Critter Crunch ($6.99), DLCs for
LittleBigPlanet, IL-2 Sturmovik: Birds Of Prey,
DiRT 2, Fallout 3 Mothership Zeta/Point Lookout ($9.99),
Tiger Woods PGA Tour, song packs for
Guitar Hero 5,
Rock Band (Unplugged); and the usual game/movie trailers, PS3 themes and downloadable PSP games (
NBA 10 The Inside ($29.99),
NBA Live 10 ($39.99) and
Pandemonium! ($5.99).
by Rainier on Oct. 8, 2009 @ 6:21 p.m. PDT | Filed under
News
WonderKing is a free-to-play MMO offering the ability to acquire tools, weapons and mounts from the item mall, challenge the demonic forces of Valron in real-time combat, and strive to become the Wonderking who'll bring light to the shadows of darkness.
by Rainier on Oct. 8, 2009 @ 2:01 p.m. PDT | Filed under
News
Good Old Games has unearthed another bounty of historic gems with the addition of the legendary Red Baron air-combat series. Thanks to the agreement with Mad Otter Games, GOG.com will offer
the complete Red Baron series in one value-packed bundle including Red Baron, Red Baron Mission Builder and Red Baron 3D – as always, DRM-free and XP & Vista compatible – for the low-flying price of $9.99.
by Rainier on Oct. 8, 2009 @ 1:54 p.m. PDT | Filed under
News
Based on the animated TV series Bakugan, the game tells the story of Dan and his friends as they battle their Bakugan Brawlers to save the planet of Vestroia and, ultimately, Earth from destruction.
by Rainier on Oct. 8, 2009 @ 12:25 p.m. PDT | Filed under
News
DJ Hero expands Guitar Hero's signature social gaming to all-new consumers with the addition of diverse music genres including hip-hop, R&B, Motown, electronica and dance.
by Rainier on Oct. 8, 2009 @ 12:03 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Prepare for non-stop action and adventure as the duo travel across mysterious lands and take to the sky on a mission to save their planet from destruction. Take this incredible adventure with you anywhere on your PSP, or play it at home with PS2.
by Rainier on Oct. 8, 2009 @ 11:36 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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With the New Xbox Experience, Xbox 360 fans have been able to customize their avatars with various features and attributes. Microsoft promised it would be releasing new items every 2 weeks. Making good on its promise, you can now pimp out your avatar with a variety of American National Football League shirts (
male/
female), but you'll have to plop down 320 points/$4.00 for it (a cheap game goes for 400).
by Rainier on Oct. 8, 2009 @ 11:03 a.m. PDT | Filed under
News
MX vs. ATV Reflex introduces revolutionary physics that allow for real-world terrain deformation and an intuitive, dual-stick control scheme that separates man from machine, as well as a wide variety of race modes, vehicles and worlds to explore while utilizing the all-new Rhythm Racing 2.0 physics engine. Joining previously announced rider James Stewart, will be Ricky Carmichael, Jeremy McGrath, Josh Grant, Ryan Villopoto and many more.
by Rainier on Oct. 8, 2009 @ 10:59 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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In Nancy Drew: Warnings at Waverly Academy, players take on the role of Nancy Drew as she heads undercover at a prestigious all-girls boarding school to discover the culprit behind threatening notes and dangerous accidents that seem to be targeted towards the academy’s valedictorian candidates.
by Rainier on Oct. 8, 2009 @ 10:43 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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WorldShift is a cyber-fantasy RTS game set in a dark future of Earth, where today's civilization is only a fading mysterious legend. Released early last year in Europe, Got Game is bringing Black Sea Studios' RTS to North America.
by Rainier on Oct. 8, 2009 @ 9:19 a.m. PDT | 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:
We will update this throughout the day when new announcements become available. Read more for details ...
by Adam Pavlacka on Oct. 8, 2009 @ 8:13 a.m. PDT | Filed under
Interviews
L4D2 promises to set a new benchmark for cooperative action games, adding melee combat to enable deeper co-operative gameplay, with items such as a chainsaw, frying pan, axe, baseball bat, and more.
by Rainier on Oct. 8, 2009 @ 8:08 a.m. PDT | Filed under
News
Chinatown Wars is an original entry in the GTA franchise, bringing a new level of interactivity to its sprawling open environments.
by Rainier on Oct. 8, 2009 @ 7:52 a.m. PDT | Filed under
News
Mercenary Wars is a free-to-play, online military FPS game with unique customization features and an innovative stat system. From a museum filled with treasures to an overthrown Mosque, to a restaurant with secret meeting rooms, the dynamic maps of Mercenary Wars ensure unique and varied challenges at every turn.
by Rainier on Oct. 8, 2009 @ 7:45 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Embark on your adventure to become the one mighty ruler of them all and take control of vast worlds, sprawling towns and cities or even control the world's horrific monsters to wreak havoc on your cowering enemies.
Last month Codemasters announced it would no longer support Archlord while Webzen would be picking up the slack, and now it has ...
by Rainier on Oct. 8, 2009 @ 7:33 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Digital distribution outlet
GamersGate announced that throughout October, each day there will be a “JoWood Daily Deal” offering discounts up to 50% off. This weekend Velvet Assassin and Painkiller Universe are both 50 % off, while Fairy Tales: Three Heroes gets a 40% price reduction. When you pre-order Football Manager 2010, you'll get 20% off and receive OutRun 2006 Coast to Coast for free with 3,000 bonus Blue Coins and a price guarantee, while NBA 2K10 pre-orders are now 10% off with 250 Blue Coins, and a price guarantee.
by Rainier on Oct. 8, 2009 @ 7:21 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Redesigned and adapted specifically to take advantage of Xbox Live Arcade, players will be able to experience Tower Bloxx Deluxe in HD quality while playing through six unique game modes. You can go head-to-head in Battle Multiplayer mode with up to four players and employ power-ups on other players to increase your chance of winning, or play cooperatively and reach for the skies together as a team.
by Rainier on Oct. 8, 2009 @ 7:08 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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The world of SAGA Online is a traditional fantasy setting populated by characters such as elves, orcs, dragons and giants. It is a free-of-charge, persistent massively multiplayer online real-time strategy game where players get to create their own realms, do battle or trade with one another, or set out on cooperative quests with their friends in order to earn experience and loot.
by Rainier on Oct. 8, 2009 @ 6:58 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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The power of the wind is once again in the palm of your hand as you wield your Wii Remote to use the elemental powers of Enril the Wind Spirit to protect and guide the young boy Toku to save Toku’s mother, lift an ancient Curse and thwart the evil Balasar.
Experience the rush of battle as you wage intensive aerial duels in Suguri, one of the most unique hybrid shooter/fighter titles ever created. Showcasing beautifully rendered designs, innovative weaponry, rapid-fire combat gameplay action and a cool techno-trance soundtrack, Suguri is a must-have, must-play indie game.
by Rainier on Oct. 8, 2009 @ 12:00 a.m. PDT | Filed under
News
L4D2 promises to set a new benchmark for cooperative action games, adding melee combat to enable deeper cooperative gameplay, with items such as a chainsaw, frying pan, axe, baseball bat, and more. While Valve was preparing for the worst, and making a censored edition of the game, it seems
the OFLC has changed its mind and granted Left 4 Dead 2 the MA 15+ rating after it was
banned last month.
by Rainier on Oct. 8, 2009 @ 12:00 a.m. PDT | Filed under
MOTD
Today was filled with work as usual but nothing special. Good thing it was nice and sunny out, which made the day go by quickly.
I decided to take a little break from CrimeCraft and play a little Red Faction Guerrilla. Killing EDF and hammering away at buildings is quite fun!
Two press events down, one fell through, and one more Vegas trip to go. We'll have some preview coverage and a bunch of interviews for you shortly, depending on the embargo dates.
Watched the latest episode of "House," which was good stuff. I didn't think Chase had the stones to do what he did. The Aussie wuss surprised!