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Gov. Ventura Plans Video Game Pitch

by Rainier on April 26, 2002 @ 9:24 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Gov. Jesse Ventura may soon become more animated than ever. Ventura's campaign committee, credited in 1998 with its effective use of the Internet as a campaign tool, is again exploring how to break new ground — this time through interactive campaign-themed video games. Thanks HomeLan

'Archangel' - Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on April 26, 2002 @ 8:35 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

In a cooperation deal with 4Players GmbH, Fishtank publishes the first trailer of Archangel, a PC game mixing both roleplaying and action elements at its best. Read more for some new screens and links.

'Celtic Kings: Rage of War' - Exclusive Trailer!

by Rainier on April 26, 2002 @ 8:18 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Thanks to strategy first for giving us the exclusive on this nice promotional trailer for their upcoming RTS game "Celtic Kings: Rage of War". Read more for links on where to grab this beauty!

Schanz International Signs 'The Angel of Silence'

by Rainier on April 26, 2002 @ 7:01 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Accommodating and adjusting to market trends, Schanz International Consultants is adding online RTS called “Angel of Silence” (AOS) by Korean company Triple Dice to its portfolio. Gerhard Schanz, MD of SIC comments, “We know and respect that online gaming will be the next killer platform and want to move in tandem with the market”.

Deathrow (Xbox) - Screens

by Rainier on April 26, 2002 @ 5:07 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

"Deathrow has the perfect combination of aggressive hand-to-hand combat, third person action and cooperative team play to appeal to action, fighting and sports gamers alike," said Anne Blondel, director of third-party development, Europe, at Ubi Soft Entertainment. "This is an incredibly competitive game that will definitely pump up your heart rate as you experience all of the intensity and action it has to offer." Today we serve up some screens showing off the levels/maps. Njoy

UbiSoft's 'Lock On' - Trailer

by Rainier on April 26, 2002 @ 3:35 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

"Lock On: Modern Air Combat" combines a broad scope of game play that includes a dynamic battle generator, an immersive combat environment, robust multi-player options, and in-your-face action. Click 'Read More' for some links where to grab it and see for yourself what the hype is all about ...

TransWorld Surf (PS2) - Screens

by Rainier on April 26, 2002 @ 2:45 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Experience the life of a pro surfer in the beautiful aquatic world of TransWorld Surf, developed by Angel Studios. The best technology available gives TransWorld Surf the most astoundingly authentic waves, and incredible water textures, lighting, shadows and particle effects.

Divine Divinity Site re-launched

by Thomas on April 26, 2002 @ 2:21 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

The 25th of April 2002 CDV’ s re-launched official website of Divine Divinity is going online! Packed with information and with a re-designed layout role playing fans will find among other things an extensive FAQ, the newest screenshots and much more. It also features a special treat: the marvellous Dvinine Divnity intro sequence! This masterpiece was created by French animation experts ExMachina, one of Europe’s best animation studios. They already produced the intro-sequences for Tomb Raider V and Final Fantasy IX. Visit the website and take a look at how everything began!

'Cossacks: Back To War' Announced - First Screens

by Thomas on April 26, 2002 @ 2:19 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

After the huge success of Cossacks: The Art of War, the official first add-on, GSC Game World and CDV Software now return to the battle fields of Europe from the 16th to 18th century. Check some early screens!

Sudden Strike II – Demo Is Coming!

by Thomas on April 26, 2002 @ 2:13 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

RTS fans pay attention! The release date of Sudden Strike II is approaching. To whet your appetites the demo of the eagerly awaited sequel to the blockbuster of Sudden Strike can be downloaded on the official Sudden Strike II website, from May.

EA's 'Lego Football Mania' (PC) - Screens

by Rainier on April 26, 2002 @ 1:49 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

And here are some 40 or so screens from the PC version... I like those pirates playing the astronauts ... looks damn nice on the Pirate ship! Njoy

EA's 'Football Mania' (PS2) - Screens

by Rainier on April 26, 2002 @ 1:17 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

In this, a World Cup year, Electronic Arts and LEGO Interactive are pleased to announce the forthcoming release of an action-packed football game targeted at the 6-10 year old gamer. Where other football games are about realism and skill for the experienced gamer, FOOTBALL MANIA is a wacky, fun and accessible game for the younger player. Here you got the first 20 screens. Njoy!

'Football Mania' (GBA/PS2/PC) - Facts

by Rainier on April 26, 2002 @ 1:01 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

In this, a World Cup year, Electronic Arts and LEGO Interactive are pleased to announce the forthcoming release of an action-packed football game targeted at the 6-10 year old gamer. Where other football games are about realism and skill for the experienced gamer, FOOTBALL MANIA is a wacky, fun and accessible game for the younger player.

Cenega Picks Up 'Nefandus' - Facts & Screens

by Rainier on April 26, 2002 @ 12:19 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Black Element Software, under the direction of one of the world’s leading developers to ensure you have a game perfect in every respect, bring you a new epic horror action/adventure that will extend the rules of gaming entertainment. Utilising the smart original 3D engine, the cinematic storytelling is spiced with a thrilling atmosphere. Cenega just seems to have picked up on the game to publish it.

Stunts: Final Stage - Screens & Features

by Thomas on April 26, 2002 @ 10:55 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Old school players will surely remember the legendary computer game Stunt Car Racer. In that time, the game marked an enormous success and has a lot of fans even today. Its first contribution was a superb playability. The second article, as important as the first one, was the possibility of building your own tracks and races them afterwards. Many years have passed but no game that allowed such things did emerge, instead they all limited the player to race only pre-defined tracks. Slovak company Mayhem Studios took the chance and started this ambitious project that is going to be released in the half of the next year.

Thief III is Coming!!

by Thomas on April 26, 2002 @ 10:43 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

IONSTORM.COM today updated their site with following news... Thief III is Coming!! At least that is what the news on the site say.. Take a look.

PlayStation 2 Sales Hit 7 Million Mark In Europe

by Thomas on April 26, 2002 @ 10:22 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Sony Computer Entertainment Europe (SCEE) today announced that it had sold over 7 million PlayStation 2 computer entertainment systems to consumers in the territories served by SCEE. "More than 30 first party games titles and over 200 third party games for PlayStation 2 are scheduled for release in the coming year".

Kings Field IV (PS2) - Screens

by Thomas on April 26, 2002 @ 10:05 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Metro 3D send us 12 screens today from their upcoming playstation 2 title, Kings Field IV. Release date is set to July 2002. Check them out below!

Paradox Joins With Nobilis For 'Legion' In France

by Thomas on April 26, 2002 @ 9:44 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Paradox Entertainment and Nobilis announced today that they have signed a French publishing agreement for Legion, a revolutionary strategy game based on the Roman Empire. The deal includes french speaking Belgium and Switzerland and the game will be released in the third quarter.

Valhalla News! Stuck in the Sanctuary?

by Thomas on April 26, 2002 @ 9:35 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Today the entire walkthrough for episode two of The Valhalla Classics (Speech Adventure) is posted on the official Valhalla Classics web site. Containing over 190 screenshots, the Sanctuary's walkthrough is presented with a few actions per page to allow you to find the part of the episode you're stuck on, without giving the whole game away (excuse the pun). 9 out of 10 Valhalla Classics Players experience above average hair loss, are you one of them?

'Nascar Racing 2002' v1.1.0.1 Update Patch Available NOW

by Rainier on April 26, 2002 @ 1:39 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Sierra has issued a new patch for Nascar Racing 2002. The patch has quite a few fixes and tweaks. This v1.1.0.1 patch NOT compatible with previous versions in multiplayer. Read more for a detailed list and links where to grab it.

'The Sum Of All Fears' Announced For PC & Consoles - Screens

by Rainier on April 26, 2002 @ 12:45 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Ubi Soft® Entertainment, one of the world's leading videogame publishers, today announced a worldwide licensing deal with Viacom Consumer Products to publish games based on the upcoming motion picture release, The Sum Of All Fears. Paramount Pictures' The Sum of All Fears, is the latest Tom Clancy novel to grace the big screen, this time starring Ben Affleck as Jack Ryan. Ubi Soft plans to launch the PC version of the game in conjunction with the movie release, in May for U.S. and Canadian audiences and in the fall for European fans. Ubi Soft will also release the game on the new generation of consoles in the months following the movie's release.