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Valve Wins Summary Judgment Motions in Case Against Vivendi

by Judy on Nov. 29, 2004 @ 4:58 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Valve today announced the U.S. Federal District Court in Seattle, WA granted its motion for summary judgment on the matters of Cyber Café Rights and Contractual Limitation of Liability in its copyright infringement suit with Sierra/Vivendi Universal Games. Read more for details ...

'Resident Evil 4' (NGC) - Screens

by Judy on Nov. 29, 2004 @ 3:59 p.m. PST | Filed under News

It has been six years since the destruction of Raccoon City and in that time, the U.S. government has been able to destroy the evil Umbrella Corporation. Fast forward to 2004 and players rejoin Leon, who is now a U.S. agent with a top-secret mission. He has been tasked to look into the abduction of the President’s daughter and his investigation has led him to a mysterious location in Europe.

New Zealand Bans 'Postal 2'

by Judy on Nov. 29, 2004 @ 2:41 p.m. PST | Filed under News

The New Zealand Office of Film and Literature Classification has classified the PC game Postal 2 as "objectionable," meaning that it is banned because its availability was "likely to be injurious to the public good."

'Cold Fear' (PS2/Xbox/PC) - Screens

by Judy on Nov. 29, 2004 @ 2:14 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Cold Fear is the first action-horror title to be published under the Ubisoft brand and combines the popular elements of both action and horror releases, delivering an action-packed, tension-filled gaming experience.

Various Game Trailers Available NOW

by Judy on Nov. 29, 2004 @ 1:19 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Another day, another batch of game trailers were released. Instead of giving them all their own posts, we grouped them, and so far there are trailers for :

  • Battlefield 2 - Trailer #3
  • Champions Of Norrath: Return to Arms - Trailer
  • Prince Of Persia: Warrior Within - Video Interview #2

Majesco Signs Disney For GBA Video Content

by Judy on Nov. 29, 2004 @ 12:44 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Majesco today announced it has secured the rights to apply its proprietary Game Boy Advance Video technology to several Disney properties.

Pointsoft Signs 'Star Wolves' - Screens

by Judy on Nov. 29, 2004 @ 11:36 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Star Wolves is a 3D space RPG with strategy elements. The game thrusts players into a world of freelance space hunters in the XXI-XXII Century A.D. during a time of political crisis for the all-powerful Empire and the three mega-corporations that control all the known worlds. Pointsoft has signed a distribution deal with 1C Company to bring StarWolves to the German market.

'The Witcher' - Screens

by Judy on Nov. 29, 2004 @ 11:34 a.m. PST | Filed under News

The Witcher” is an Action RPG game for PC platform, which combines the features of such games as Dungeon Siege, Baldur’s Gate: Dark Alliance, Gothic and Neverwinter Nights. The game is supposed to ensure entertainment to a broad group of older players, incorporating simple yet interesting game system, along with a complex plot and attractive 3-D graphics. Read more for details & screens ...

Atari Appoints New CEO

by Judy on Nov. 29, 2004 @ 10:34 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Atari has appointed entertainment industry veteran James Caparro President and Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately, it was announced today by Bruno Bonnell, Chairman and Chief Creative Officer of the Company. Mr. Caparro, who has been a Member of Atari's Board of Directors since February 2002, assumes the responsibilities of the Chief Executive Officer previously held by Mr. Bonnell.

'Worms Forts: Under Siege' Only Available As Download

by Judy on Nov. 29, 2004 @ 9:39 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Trymedia Systems today announced that it will exclusively release "Worms Forts: Under Siege," Team 17's new title of the popular Worms franchise, throughout North and South America.

'Final Fantasy I & II: Dawn of Souls' (GBA) In Stores Now

by Judy on Nov. 29, 2004 @ 8:15 a.m. PST | Filed under News

"Final Fantasy I & II: Dawn of Souls" is available now at an MSRP of $34.99. The corresponding player's guide, created by the editors of "Nintendo Power," is also currently available at retail stores.

'Hotel 'At a Lost Climber': Inspector Glebsky's Puzzle' - Screens

by Judy on Nov. 29, 2004 @ 7:42 a.m. PST | Filed under News

A few days ago Akella announced the development of an adventure title, Hotel 'At a Lost Climber': Inspector Glebsky's Puzzle, had just begun, and today we have the first screens to prove it.

Playstation 3 'Cell Processor' Unveiled

by Judy on Nov. 29, 2004 @ 7:37 a.m. PST | Filed under News

IBM, Sony Corporation, Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. and Toshiba Corporation today unveiled for the first time some of the key concepts of the highly-anticipated advanced microprocessor, code-named Cell, they are jointly developing for next-generation computing applications, as well as digital consumer electronics.

Climax Merges Development Studios

by Judy on Nov. 29, 2004 @ 7:36 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Climax Group today confirmed the creation of the UK's largest single studio. Branded Climax Action, this mega studio has been formed from the merging of Climax Solent, Climax London and Climax Handheld, and is an integral part in the company's on-going expansion.

Virtual RC Racing - Demo Available NOW

by Judy on Nov. 29, 2004 @ 7:35 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Virtual RC Racing, the worlds most advanced and realistic r/c car simulation and on-line r/c racing community. Get ready for the ultimate virtual r/c car racing ride and experience the same thrills and excitement as with your real r/c car. This v1 features the RC Speedway and Oslo tracks, but you will need to sign up on the offical site to activate the game and play. Read more for download links ...

Pitbull Syndicate Announces Two New Racing Titles (PS2/Xbox)

by Judy on Nov. 29, 2004 @ 3:51 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Pitbull Syndicate Ltd, will be attending the 4th annual Game Connection 2004. It will take place on Monday 6th-8th of December and will be held in: L'Espace Tête d'Or Convention Center Lyon Villeurbanne FRANCE. Their booth number will be N°62. Pitbull Syndicate Ltd will be demonstrating two brand new titles using their K9 Game Engine: Automaniacs and Over the Top.

'Monster Arenas' (PS2/Xbox/PC) - Screens

by Judy on Nov. 29, 2004 @ 3:46 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Data Design Interactive announced today that they have signed with independent games distributor Phoenix Games who will publish Data Design Interactive's "Monster Arenas" for PS2.

'Katamari Damacy 2' (PS2) Revealed

by Judy on Nov. 29, 2004 @ 3:32 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Namco has revealed that it is working on a sequel to its recently released Katamari Damacy. In an investor report on its official website Katamari Damacy 2 was listed as "in development/coming" title, even with a tentative 2005 release date. No additional information was disclosed, but with the cat out of the bag, we could expect an official announcement in the near future.

Xbox Review - 'Forgotten Realms: Demon Stone'

by Inexhist on Nov. 29, 2004 @ 3:08 a.m. PST | Filed under Reviews

Forgotten Realms: Demon Stone is an action adventure game set in the popular D&D world created by Wizards of the Coast. Forgotten Realms: Demon Stone will place players in the middle of a heated battle between two demonic armies set to overrun the world of Faerun.

PS2 Review - 'Shin Megami Tensei: Nocturne'

by Agustin on Nov. 29, 2004 @ 2:42 a.m. PST | Filed under Reviews

While Nocturne continues the series' tradition of a modern-day post-apocalyptic setting, demonic overtones and mature themes, Shin Megami Tensei: Nocturne is based on the special edition "director's cut" version of the game that was released in Japan earlier this year, which features an appearance from one of videogaming's most popular characters, Dante, from Capcom's Devil May Cry series.