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Various Game Trailers #528

by Judy on June 16, 2005 @ 10:10 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 :

  • Dead or Alive 4 - E3 2005 Trailer
  • 187: Ride or Die - Vehicles Trailer
  • Condemned: Criminal Origins - Trailer #2
  • Shadow The Hedgehog - E3 2005 Trailer
  • Space Rangers 2: Dominators - Trailer #2
  • Spartan: Total Warrior - Trailer #2
  • Tenchu: Shinobi Taizen - Trailer


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

'Disney's Magical Quest 3 Starring Mickey and Donald' (GBA) Goes on Sale

by Rainier on June 16, 2005 @ 10:01 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Capcom and Disney Interactive today released Disney’s Magical Quest 3 Starring Mickey and Donald for the GBA. Disney’s Magical Quest 3 is a 2-D side-scrolling action adventure based on Capcom’s SNES game. The game features magical costumes with different powers, beloved Disney characters, multiple game modes and a fun filled ride through an enchanted wonderland.

'Crash Tag Team Racing' (NDS/NGC/PS2/Xbox) - Screens

by Rainier on June 16, 2005 @ 9:58 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

In Crash Tag Team Racing players will be able to fuse two cars together on the fly to form a super vehicle outfitted with a turret gun with the all-new "clashing" technology. Players can continue their adventures on foot with out-of-car action, allowing them to traverse an amusement park-like world where they can interact with other characters, collect items and complete mini-missions.

'X³: Reunion' - 4 New Screens

by Rainier on June 16, 2005 @ 9:51 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

X³: Reunion utilises a new generation game engine, developed to immerse the player into the most realistic, living universe, ever experienced. The full use of DirectX 9 technology will create dramatic visual effects and stunningly realistic starships. The economy model in X³: Reunion is more complex than any previous X game. Coupled with the massively enhanced A.L. (Artificial Life) system, X³: Reunion will present players with an ever changing, evolving universe; where a player’s actions really can shape the future of the universe.

'Capcom Fighting Evolution' (Xbox) Knocks Its Way To Stores

by Rainier on June 16, 2005 @ 4:42 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Capcom today released the ultimate 2D brawler with Capcom Fighting Evolution for the Xbox. Capcom has brought together popular characters from five classic titles in the Street Fighter and other Capcom series, for intense two-on-two player battles. Capcom Fighting Evolution will also allow players to put their skills to the test in cross continent match ups via the Xbox Live online gaming service.

'SSX On Tour' (NGC/PS2/Xbox) - Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on June 16, 2005 @ 4:24 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

SSX On Tour allows players to create their own boarder or skier and take them from a wannabe to a mountain rockstar. Players can get noticed in all-new shred challenges where they earn an invitation to The Tour where they'll face the best racers in the SSX cast. Fly down the all-new tracks, and master the new monster tricks for both boarding and skiing to make it to the top of The Charts.

'Rebelstar Tactical Command' (GBA) - 6 New Screens

by Rainier on June 16, 2005 @ 4:21 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Rebelstar Tactical Command is a turn-based strategy and combat game with role-playing elements, "Rebelstar Tactical Command" transports players to a not-so-distant future in which Earth is ruled by an evil empire.

'Bomberman' (NDS) Blasts Its Way To Stores

by Rainier on June 16, 2005 @ 4:11 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Ubisoft announced today that Bomberman for Nintendo DS is shipping for retail this week and will be available at North American retailers by June 21, 2005.

'Magna Carta: Tears of Blood' (PS2) Coming To Europe

by Rainier on June 16, 2005 @ 1:08 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Codemasters announced today that it's bringing Softmax's fantasy RPG Magna Carta: Tears of Blood to Europe, scheduled for release in October. Featuring over 50 hours of game play with a story that unfolds through amazing CG cut scenes and fully-voiced dialogue.

'UFO: Aftershock' - 7 New Screens

by Rainier on June 16, 2005 @ 12:34 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

UFO: Aftershock follows directly from one of the endings of UFO: Aftermath, where the player agrees to hand over the Earth to the Alien scientists, who are trying to change the planet into a giant living organism. The Council of Earth and their followers take refuge on an orbiting satellite prepared for them by the aliens, but not all the survivors of the original invasion where re-located.

Microsoft Licenses NVIDIA Technology For X360 Backwards Compatibility

by Rainier on June 16, 2005 @ 12:29 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

By now everybody knows Microsoft's next gen console will use an ATI GPU instead of the current NVIDIA powered Xbox. The question on a lot of people's minds was, will there be backwards compatibility? While Sony and Nintendo already announced that its new consoles will be able to play previously released titles, Microsoft was quiet on the matter and only at E3 did we get a vague "best-selling Xbox titles would work on the Xbox 360." 1UP finally got some more information as it seems that Microsoft has bought a technology license from NVIDIA to allow the X360 to emulate using the IBM PowerPC CPU's. Several "patches" will ship on the X360's HD at launch, while and others will be made available through Xbox Live at a later date.

'Auto Assault' - 6 New Screens

by Rainier on June 16, 2005 @ 11:57 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Auto Assault combines vehicular combat with role-playing elements. Players explore a post-apocalyptic future in customizable cars, motorcycles, semis and even tanks. Players battle other players both in arenas and in epic race vs. race wars for control of the regions in a devastated Earth.

'Close Combat: First To Fight' Developer Working With CIA on Next Title

by Rainier on June 16, 2005 @ 10:42 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Destineer today announced it has signed a strategic development agreement with In-Q-Tel, a private venture group funded by the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA). Its previous title, Close Combat: First to Fight, was created with the help of more than 40 active-duty United States Marines and is based on their recent combat experiences.

'Voyage: Inspired by Jules Verne' - Screens

by Judy on June 16, 2005 @ 10:13 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Based on the premise of Verne's novel, Voyage, previously called Journey to the Center of the Moon, follows as a group of scientists create a space capsule with the intent of landing on the moon's surface. As scientist Michel Ardan, players are able to wander the surface of the moon and witness the explosion of plant life at dawn.

'Mortal Kombat: Shaolin Monks' (PS2/Xbox) - 5 New Screens

by Rainier on June 16, 2005 @ 9:40 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Mortal Kombat: Shaolin Monks is an Action/Adventure title driven by both intense single and multi-player action. Similar to the recently released Mortal Kombat: Deception, background interactions (i.e., acid pits, living trees, spiked ceilings, etc.), multiple new fatalities, and action-based puzzles will also play an important role in the player’s quest for an “outstanding” victory.

'Hello Kitty Roller Rescue' (ALL) Coming to Europe

by Rainier on June 16, 2005 @ 9:29 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

XPLOSIV Games celebrate Hello Kitty's 30th birthday by announcing their forthcoming European release of the officially licensed 'Hello Kitty' game. Hello Kitty Roller Rescue, the first, officially licensed Hello Kitty 3D-action-adventure game, is scheduled to be released by Xplosiv Games across Europe on all console formats on September 9th 2005

RedOctane Looking For 'Guitar Hero' (PS2) - Screens

by Rainier on June 16, 2005 @ 9:03 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

RedOctane today announced its Be A Guitar Hero Competition. Bands nationwide are invited to submit original music for potential inclusion in Guitar Hero the innovative new video game scheduled for release on the PlayStation2 in the fall of 2005.

'Heroes of the Pacific' (PS2/Xbox/PC) - Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on June 16, 2005 @ 8:34 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Beginning with the attack on Pearl Harbor, this flight combat game puts players in the middle of some of the most intense naval conflict in WWII’s Pacific Theater. Check out the new screens, or download the new video showing ingame footage...

'Brothers in Arms: Road to Hill 30' (Xbox) Gets Live Update

by Rainier on June 16, 2005 @ 8:17 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Brothers in Arms Road to Hill 30 Xbox auto-update 1 is now available. This update includes the following features: fixed the looping machine gun sound, the second local player on a client machine can now use voice chat, in multiplayer, killed characters more consistently play the correct death animation, a client's view of other player's orientation is now much more accurate. This update will take place automatically when you connect to Xbox Live and is only applicable to online players.

'Blitzkrieg II' - 8 New Screens

by Rainier on June 16, 2005 @ 3:59 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Blitzkrieg II is created with a new focus on fast-paced gameplay, a strategic layer and new tactical opportunities. A completely new engine takes WWII into full 3D where players can command famous aces and units, strategically plan battles in multiple theatres, choose their reinforcements and use a wide range of new unit types such as aircraft and ships.

'Lula 3D' - German Demo Available NOW

by Rainier on June 16, 2005 @ 3:31 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Lula, the curvaceous producer of erotic movies, is in a serious fix. Just before shooting begins on her new film, three of her best bosom stars are kidnapped. There's no time to lose! Slip into Lula's role and race off to Frisco in her racy hotrod. Experience a wild chase across America with breakneck twists and a volley of erotic action (thanks Sven). Viewer discretion advised, nudity ahead!

'Codename: Panzers, Phase Two' - 4 New Screens

by Rainier on June 16, 2005 @ 3:25 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Codename: Panzers, Phase Two will bring armchair generals to the war-torn battlefields of Africa, Southern Europe and the Balkans where they will fight as the Anglo-American Allies, the German-Italian Axis or the Yugoslavian resistance. A complement of heroes, both new and familiar, will be the players' alter egos in dozens of new missions as they attempt to lead their troops to victory.

Microsoft Sues Online Retail Stores For Selling Pirated Software

by Rainier on June 16, 2005 @ 2:54 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Microsoft has sued four online retailers in California and Virginia for selling pirated software after having received complaints from consumers and businesses who had purchased software from those outlets.

'Worms 4: Mayhem' (PS2/Xbox/PC) - 4 New Screens

by Rainier on June 16, 2005 @ 2:20 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

The Worms series recently diversified with Worms Forts Under Siege, a tactical RTS-like spin-off created for Sega. However, Worms 4: Mayhem is a return to the series' trademark gameplay and sees Team 17's core Worms design and development team regrouping for a game of explosive annelid annihilation.

PC Preview - 'Joint Task Force'

by Mark Crump on June 16, 2005 @ 1:43 a.m. PDT | Filed under Previews

Joint Task Force is a state-of-the-art military RTS with a contemporary setting. The game will consist of 20 missions that will take us to 5 different parts of the world such as the Middle East, Central Asia and the Balkans.

PC Preview - 'Pathologic'

by David Wanaselja on June 16, 2005 @ 1:28 a.m. PDT | Filed under Previews

Pathologic is a unique example of a dramatic game, which directly affects the player's state of mind. Featuring a bizarre combination of first-person game, role-playing features, non-linear plot and real time flow, three unique campaigns and multiple endings.

GBA Review - 'Fire Emblem: The Sacred Stones'

by Thomas Wilde on June 16, 2005 @ 1:02 a.m. PDT | Filed under Reviews

For generations, the nations of Magvel have lived in perfect peace. Now, defying all reason, the Grado Empire has invaded neighboring Renais. Twin heirs to the throne of Renais, Eirika and Ephraim, fight to free their kingdom and uncover the secret behind their former ally's treachery.