by Rainier on Sept. 24, 2009 @ 6:52 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Topatoi is a refreshing blend of platformer and puzzle genres, combining the old school impact of the legendary titles like Bubba 'N Stix or The Lost Vikings with original and inventive gameplay mechanics. The Arcade Style Pack is a free/small add-on, that enhances the Arcade Mode of the game with new characters, new color schemes and new ways of customization.
by Rainier on Sept. 24, 2009 @ 6:34 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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7 Wonders II offers Match 3 gameplay, one of the most popular game genres today that requires players to match or swap items into groups of 3 or more for fast and fun puzzle gaming.
by Rainier on Sept. 24, 2009 @ 5:15 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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In Fairytale Fights players choose one favorite fairytale character with whom they will try and save a fantasy world from certain doom. Luckily many different weapons lay around in this fairytale world, which players can use to shoot and carve up enemies… and this is where the fun begins!
by Rainier on Sept. 24, 2009 @ 4:39 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Operation Flashpoint: Dragon Rising will see the most realistic modelling of conflict scenarios in a new contemporary theatre of war. By offering a multitude of military disciplines, gameplay will deliver warfare more realistic and intense then ever before, while an extensive multiplayer component will create battles on an incredible scale.
by Brad Hilderbrand on Sept. 24, 2009 @ 4:33 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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For the first time ever, you can customize the makeup of your band with any combination of instruments in-game: two guitars and two drums, or three guitars and a microphone, etc. GH 5 will also feature new gameplay modes like Party Play and RockFest putting fun, competition and control at center stage as fans tailor the experience to match their personal style and interests.
by Rainier on Sept. 24, 2009 @ 12:00 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Digital distribution outlet
GamersGate announced that this weekend there is a special offer with the Unreal Complete Pack Bundle available at 60% OFF. Apart from that Panzer Elite Action Series gets a 40-50% reduction, X-Blades drops half off its price, Crusader Kings Complete is half off, while Aztaka's price gets chopped in half.
by Rainier on Sept. 24, 2009 @ 12:00 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Capcom announced that two titles on display at the 2009 Tokyo Game Show will be coming to North America and Europe in 2010. New Capcom titles Sengoku BASARA Samurai Heroes and Ghost Trick (working title), displayed to the Japanese gaming public for the first time in Tokyo, will be making the transition to western gamers next year.
by Rainier on Sept. 23, 2009 @ 11:09 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Sony announced that it will release a new Motion Controller for the PS3 in Spring 2010, which is equipped with high-precision, highly accurate motion sensors, can deliver a whole new entertainment experience when combined together with the PlayStation Eye camera.
Toy Soldiers is a an action-packed strategy-based game in which players are cast into a fantastic, miniature world where antique toy soldiers fight for survival using an extensive arsenal of tanks, fighter planes and flame throwers in vintage WWI dioramas.
Crackdown 2 will take multiplayer gaming to unprecedented levels for the ultimate cooperative and competitive multiplayer experience, providing you and your friends with the complete freedom to explore, destroy and play as you return to restore justice and peace to Pacific City — by any means necessary.
Check out the following new screens and trailers from Microsoft's Tokyo Game Show 2009 lineup:
by Rainier on Sept. 23, 2009 @ 8:03 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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At the Tokyo Game Show Microsoft revealed that developers around the globe have embraced its controller-free technology and have begun work on titles to support the Project Natal which was unveiled at this year's E3.
by Rainier on Sept. 23, 2009 @ 7:50 p.m. PDT | 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.
by Rainier on Sept. 23, 2009 @ 7:12 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Forza Motorsport 3 unites the racing game genre, making it possible for everyone to experience the thrill of the world’s most exotic and exquisite cars. Live the most realistic racing experience ever as you take the wheel of more than 400 of the most-beloved cars on over 100 renowned real-world tracks and exotic road courses from around the globe.
by Rainier on Sept. 23, 2009 @ 5:05 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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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:
- Gran Turismo [PSP] - Producer Interview Trailer
- Baseball Blast! [Wii] - Trailer
- Demon's Souls [PS3] - Walkthrough Trailer #2
- Nancy Drew: Warnings at Waverly Academy [PC] - Trailer
- Food Network: Cook or Be Cooked [Wii] - Trailer
- Torchlight - Alchemist Trailer
We will update this throughout the day when new trailers become available. Read more for download links ...
by Rainier on Sept. 23, 2009 @ 5:02 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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In Critter Crunch players take control of the oh-so-cuddly Biggs, a lovable jungle creature with an iron-clad stomach, indomitable tongue and fierce devotion to his offspring. Biggs is in search of the jewel-rich critters that invade his habitat once a season, and using his tongue to pluck them from their vines, stuffs them into the waiting mouths of larger critters.
by Rainier on Sept. 23, 2009 @ 3:02 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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When Microsoft released its New Xbox Experience Nov of last year one of the new/exclusive features allowed viewers to stream movies and TV episodes from Netflix in HD.
Earlier this year a new job listing (for a engineering developing and testing media-rich applications on current-generation gaming consoles) indicated that Netflix won't be exclusive to the Xbox 360 for much longer, which
has now been confirmed by CEO Reed Hastings saying that "eventually we want to be on all the game consoles, all the Blu-ray players, all the Internet TVs"
by Rainier on Sept. 23, 2009 @ 12:44 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Well here's some food for thought. If you thought this morning's rumor that various parties, including EA and Warner Bros., were interested in buying THQ was unbelievable, then how about the fact that, according to options strategist Frederic Ruffy over at New York based WhatsTrading.com, Microsoft might be interested in acquiring Electronic Arts. Shares for both companies jumped up earlier today when the rumor started spreading, with
Reuters claiming "a London-based trader also cited similar talk as making rounds in Europe."
by Rainier on Sept. 23, 2009 @ 12:14 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Tales of Monkey Island brings the adventures of pirate Guybrush Threepwood into a new era with an storyline that becomes deeper and more entangled during the course of the five-episode saga. Out of more than 4,400 entries Liz Johnston of British Columbia, Canada is the winner of the Tales of Monkey Island “Designer for the Day” contest.
by Rainier on Sept. 23, 2009 @ 9:19 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Rage of the Gladiator is a first person fantasy fighting game where you control a gladiator, fighting for your life in an arena. Armed with your magical warhammer and a trusty shield, you must defeat fantastic bosses including a Chimera, Beholder, and a Dragon.
by Rainier on Sept. 23, 2009 @ 9:08 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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TouchMaster 3 offers a compilation of 20 addictive games in one, appealing to all ages, experienced and casual gamers alike for easy pick up and play gaming. Players work through the collection of puzzle, action, card, strategy, and word challenges exclusively on Nintendo DS.
by Adam Pavlacka on Sept. 23, 2009 @ 8:15 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Star Wars: The Clone Wars - Republic Heroes is set between seasons 1 and 2 of the Clone Wars animated series and features playable heroes such as Skywalker, Obi-Wan, Mace Windu, Kit Fisto, and various clone troopers, giving you the possibility to team up with a friend in online co-op.
by Rainier on Sept. 23, 2009 @ 8:09 a.m. PDT | 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 Sept. 23, 2009 @ 7:59 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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In Plants vs. Zombies, players use over 40 zombie-zapping plants like peashooters and cherry bombs to slow down, confuse, weaken and ultimately destroy more than two dozen types of zombies before they can reach your front door. The new
Flash-based Plants vs. Zombies provides consumers with a way to enjoy endless undead-battling plant-based action and strategy at no cost.
by Rainier on Sept. 23, 2009 @ 7:47 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Castle of Heroes is an extensive strategy game that is playable for free through a web browser. Players will be able to choose from four different races and build up their kingdom in a fantasy world. The game combines the best elements of management, role-playing and strategy games and offers all round entertainment for players of all levels.