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Various Game Trailers #511

by Rainier on May 24, 2005 @ 11:57 p.m. PDT | 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 :

  • F.E.A.R. - E3 2005 Trailer
  • Stargate SG-1: The Alliance - E3 2005 Trailer
  • Stacked - E3 2005 Trailer
  • Marvel Nemesis: Rise Of The Imperfects - E3 2005 Trailer
  • Alpha Prime - Physics Trailer
  • Wolfschanze 1944 - Trailer #2
  • Scratches - Trailer


  • We will update this throughout the day when new trailers become available. Read more for download links ...

'Juiced' - v2.1 Demo Patch Available NOW

by Rainier on May 24, 2005 @ 6:07 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

THQ has released a small update for Juice Games' second urban underground racing demo Juiced. This patch is only meant for the "second" demo, and addresses some performance issues people were experiencing (thanks 3DGamers). Read more for download links ...

Cenega's E3 2005 Lineup - Screens & Trailers

by Rainier on May 24, 2005 @ 5:39 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Check out the following new screens from Cenega's 2005 E3 lineup:

'Elite Warriors: Vietnam' - v1.03 Update Patch Available NOW

by Rainier on May 24, 2005 @ 5:21 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

In Elite Warriors: Vietnam, you will fight along side Green Beret commandoes as you conduct classified missions deep in Southeast Asia. This patch brings your retail game to v1.03 and fixes many multiplayer issues, as well as several bugs and balance issues in single player. Read more for download links ...

'Advent Rising' (PC/Xbox) - Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on May 24, 2005 @ 4:19 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Advent Rising is the first in an epic trilogy of action/adventure games, presented in a stunning cinematic format to deliver an unprecedented variety of game play experiences. Built on the Unreal Warfare engine, it offers precise, refined play-dynamics with action-packed adventure and style, wrapped in a visually imaginative universe. Advent is akin to a fast-paced action movie where the player is swept up in a continuously evolving series of sequences and events.

Sega Signs Publishing Deal With Silicon Knights

by Rainier on May 24, 2005 @ 3:27 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

SEGA today announced an agreement to acquire and publish next-generation game content from Silicon Knights, the Ontario, Canada-based development team responsible for such hits as MGS: The Twin Snakes, Blood Omen: Legacy of Kain, and Eternal Darkness. The partnership brings SEGA more Western-developed content in preparation for high-growth opportunities presented by next-generation hardware platforms.

'DOOM 3' - v1.3 Win32/Linux Update Patch Available NOW

by Rainier on May 24, 2005 @ 3:06 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

id Software has released a new patch for its FPS DOOM 3. This update brings your retail game to v1.3 and synchronizes the original with the expansion pack, adds Punkbuster support, sound enhancements, fixes various multiplayer issues, etc. An updated SDK is also available. Read more for details and download links ...

Gaming Addiction Yields Startling Statistics

by Rainier on May 24, 2005 @ 2:58 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Psychologists and psychiatrists estimate that even before the new wave of gaming consoles hits the stores, one in eight players already suffers from some kind of video game dependency. Stories of neglected toddlers, sleep deprevation, suicide and marriages crumbling are not out of the ordinary anymore as more and more people are becoming victims of America's newest social scourge ... video game addiction.

'The Witcher' - 12 New Screens

by Rainier on May 24, 2005 @ 2:22 p.m. PDT | 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 ...

'Ducati World Championship' (Xbox/PC) Announced

by Rainier on May 24, 2005 @ 12:07 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Ducati World Championship is a 360° view into the world of motorcycle racing allowing you to take up a career as a pilot racing in the amateur, semi professional and professional racing classes, intent on reaching the Superbike and the Grand World Championship.

'Metal Slug 4 & 5' (PS2) Bundle Pack Ships To Retail

by Rainier on May 24, 2005 @ 12:03 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

SNK PLAYMORE announced today that it has shipped a Metal Slug 4 & 5 bundle pack for the PS2 to retailers across North America. The Metal Slug 4 & 5 bundle pack has a suggested retail price of $39.99.

Bethesda's E3 2005 Lineup - Screens & Trailers

by Rainier on May 24, 2005 @ 11:43 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Check out the following new screens from Bethesda's 2005 E3 lineup:

Buena Vista's E3 2005 Lineup - Screens

by Rainier on May 24, 2005 @ 11:07 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Check out the following new screens from Buena Vista's 2005 E3 lineup:

'Dragonshard' - 2 New Screens

by Rainier on May 24, 2005 @ 9:07 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Dragonshard will incorporate classic role-playing themes, a powerful and dynamic real-time strategy engine all woven together with a rich storyline involving a global conflict for an immensely powerful artifact with the power to change the fate of Eberron itself.

'Settlers IV' - v2.50.1516A Update Patch Available NOW

by Rainier on May 24, 2005 @ 9:03 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Ubisoft has just released a new patch for Blue Byte's RTS Settlers 4. This upgrade brings your Settlers 4 retail game to v2.50.1516A, is for all versions of Settlers IV, and fixes a crash during start up which occurred on some systems. Read more for details and download links.

Ubisoft Europe Signs Lumines As PSP Launch Title - Screens

by Rainier on May 24, 2005 @ 8:47 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Ubisoft announced today that it has joined forces with Bandai to publish and distribute Lumines in Europe. This critically acclaimed music and luminary action puzzle is slated for release in conjunction with the official launch of the PSP in Europe.

Autodesk to Provide PS3 Middleware Support

by Judy on May 24, 2005 @ 8:38 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Autodesk today announced 3ds Max software support for Sony's tools & middleware program for the PlayStation 3, allowing game developers to realize their next-generation game ideas in High Definition (HD).

'The Settlers: Heritage of Kings Expansion Disk' Announced

by Rainier on May 24, 2005 @ 8:30 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Ubisoft today announced The Settlers: Heritage of Kings Expansion Disk, a new add-on for The Settlers: Heritage of Kings, the popular construction-based strategy game series. The expansion pack extends the story of the original game with a fresh campaign, additional units and buildings, new gameplay features, a map editor and three exclusive heroes.

'The Bard's Tale' - Updated Demo Available NOW

by Rainier on May 24, 2005 @ 8:28 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

The Bard's Tale will eschew genre clichés in favor of intelligent humor for an original and truly entertaining experience. inXile's development focus on the RPG genre comes from Brian Fargo's long legacy of delivering standard-setting RPGs to market. This updated demo features a tutorial and one level from Chapter VI: The Mountain Pass area (Mountain Tomb). Read more for download links ...

PS2/PSP Preview - 'Jak X: Combat Racing' and 'Daxter'

by Alicia on May 24, 2005 @ 3:54 a.m. PDT | Filed under Previews

Where do you take an aging platformer franchise that's still got a big following? You apparently turn it into a racing game, and a rather cool-looking one. Then you sneak an action game onto the PSP, starring your franchise's amusing sidekick. Jak X: Combat Racing and Daxter will be able to link up in a way never before seen in Sony products, letting fans unlock even more bonus material and extra gameplay.

PS2 Preview - 'Dragon Quest VIII'

by Alicia on May 24, 2005 @ 3:38 a.m. PDT | Filed under Previews

Square-Enix's booth this year was awesome, but one game towered over all the rest in terms of storytelling, gameplay, and graphical quality. That game was the #1 RPG of E3, Dragon Quest VIII. This title promises to give players a trip back to the days when an RPG was about becoming the hero of your own story, while still delivering the immersive experience modern fans have come to expect from Square-Enix.

Sony Pre-E3 Media Briefing Wrap Up

by Alicia on May 24, 2005 @ 3:35 a.m. PDT | Filed under Previews

Amid all the hype and screaming about the Xbox 360, which definitely deserves it, Sony's remained silent about its intentions for the PS3. But at E3 this year they finally showed off the first floor models and first teaser footage for this next gen system. Does the Cell processor have what it takes to keep Sony on top for another hardware generation? The answer just might be yes.

PC Preview - 'Gods and Heroes: Rome Rising'

by Reldan on May 24, 2005 @ 3:26 a.m. PDT | Filed under Previews

In Gods and Heroes, players become classic heroes of the ancient world, born of immortal blood. As a scion of the gods, each player will have the opportunity to pursue his destiny through a series of epic quests that will span all levels of gameplay, over time commanding amazing God Powers and acquiring famous weapons and treasure of myth.

NGC/PS2/Xbox Preview - 'Crash Tag Team Racing'

by Alicia on May 24, 2005 @ 3:20 a.m. PDT | Filed under Previews

What is with platformers turning into racing games lately? Crash Tag Team Racing is the way the Crash Bandicoot franchise handles the transition, by dividing the game equally into platforming and racing halves. With polished, traditional gameplay for the action half and the unique Clash mechanic for the racing, Crash Tag Team Racing is shaping up to be a unique experience.

PC Preview - 'Age of Conan: Hyborian Adventures'

by Reldan on May 24, 2005 @ 2:58 a.m. PDT | Filed under Previews

Age of Conan: Hyborian Adventures is an online action RPG scheduled for PC in the first half of 2006. A mix of a deep, story-driven single-player experience and a massive and brutal multiplayer end-game brings forth the ultimate representation of the Age of Conan. Now you can enter the brutal domain of the world's greatest fantasy hero.

'Myst V: End of Ages' - Screens

by Rainier on May 24, 2005 @ 2:56 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Picking up immediately where the original Myst ended, players are presented the privilege, challenge and responsibility of restoring the lost empire of the D'ni - an ancient civilization of people who thrived for thousands of years but later met with a great catastrophe. Myst V: End of Ages advances the graphical beauty and detail of its worlds with a fully immersive 3D environment. Check the freshly launched Myst 5 website, or read more for new screens ...