by Rainier on Oct. 17, 2006 @ 11:51 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 :
- Marvel: Ultimate Alliance [ALL] - Trailer (5)
- Call of Duty 3 [ALL] - Trailer #8
- Madden NFL 07 [Wii] - Trailer
We will update this throughout the day when new trailers become available. Read more for download links ...
by Rainier on Oct. 17, 2006 @ 6:42 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Faces of War is a WWII squad-based, RTS game in which you will be leading a squad of 6 soldiers in a full 3D environment through the decisive European battles. Best Way has released a beta version of the v1.2 patch, fixing various bugs, balancing ther game, optimizing UI, gfx, and plenty more ...
by Rainier on Oct. 17, 2006 @ 6:06 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Sins of a Solar Empire is a real-time space strategy title under development at Ironclad Games. Unfolding the fate of three unique factions, Sins of a Solar Empire is the first chapter in an epic science fiction saga.
by Rainier on Oct. 17, 2006 @ 6:05 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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2K Sports announced an innovative new feature, 2K Reelmaker, for NBA 2K7 on the Xbox 360, allowing fans to create their own unique video highlight reels from saved replays in NBA 2K7 and share them on Xbox Live. 2K Reelmaker is available now on the Xbox Live Marketplace for 400 Microsoft Points.
by Rainier on Oct. 17, 2006 @ 6:02 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Gitaroo Man Lives! on the PSP will see the long awaited and highly anticipated return of one of the PS2’s most popular rhythm action games. This time players will get the opportunity to jam with the man and save the universe all over again...
by Rainier on Oct. 17, 2006 @ 3:52 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Ridge Racer 7 will be produced by Hideo Teramoto, music by Hiroshi Okubo under direction of Masaya Kobayashi. Ridge Racer 7 will support online multiplayer for up to 14 players, and feature 40 tracks, the most in the series so far...
by Rainier on Oct. 17, 2006 @ 3:40 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Lumines Live! for Xbox Live Arcade brings exciting new music, new video content, and 12 different skins, exclusive Xbox Live online multiplayer play, allowing you to play against your friends in head-to-head battles. For advanced players, gamers can change their music scene and purchase the Advance Pack from Xbox Live Marketplace for 22 new skins.
by Rainier on Oct. 17, 2006 @ 3:02 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Bethesda announced that it will make the Knights of the Nine PS3 content for The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion available for the Xbox 360, via Xbox Live Marketplace, and downloadable for PC, on November 21st.
by Rainier on Oct. 17, 2006 @ 1:48 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Viva Pinata, a high-energy, mass-appeal entertainment property created by Rare, brings a vibrant world of living pinata animals to video games, television and beyond. The Viva Pinata universe showcases an engaging cast of colorful, wild-roaming pinata animals that entertain and challenge imaginations.
by Rainier on Oct. 17, 2006 @ 1:46 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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The vote has been officially rocked, rolled, and shaken up all night long, and now the polls have closed on the Shady O' Grady's Rising Star "Are you a Rising Star?" contest. The competition was fierce, the talent was exceptional, but unfortunately not everyone could make it onto the soundtrack.
by Rainier on Oct. 17, 2006 @ 1:23 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Adds layers of strategy to your gaming experience by building mobile bases, wielding the power of terrifying Ion Storms on the battlefield, or customising your armies by combining units. Battle it out online with native voice-over IP, integrated clan support, and new spectator modes that let you play RTS games like a sport.
by Rainier on Oct. 17, 2006 @ 11:50 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Warhammer: Mark of Chaos is an RTS game set in the renowned Warhammer world, featuring epic battles within massive landscapes, while offering an astounding level of detail, from a bird's eye view down to the insignias on a warrior's armor.
by Rainier on Oct. 17, 2006 @ 11:21 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Space Empires V completely updates the user interface, and takes the player into a real-time rendered 3D universe. Watch space battles play out in glorious detail with realistic effects. This v1.08 retail patch, not for the Steam edition, fixes a slew of issues, crashes, and make a bunch of tweaks.
by Rainier on Oct. 17, 2006 @ 11:18 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Aspyr will serve up adrenaline pumping action early next year on PC tennis courts everywhere with the release of Top Spin 2, a world-class tennis game that immerses players in the world of top-ranked professional tennis.
by Rainier on Oct. 17, 2006 @ 10:57 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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THP8 immerses players in the definitive skateboarding experience using ultra-realistic graphics, enhanced physics and extremely responsive controls that simulate the feeling of skating with every trick and bail. Activision is rocking gamers with a 56 all-star heart-pounding musical line-up for the upcoming Tony Hawk’s Project 8 featuring in-game from such artists as Wolfmother, Gnarls Barkley and Kasabian.
by Rainier on Oct. 17, 2006 @ 10:27 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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French RTL has been known for releasing several Ski Alpin titles the past few years, and last year JoWood also went downhill with a new Ski Racing franchise. This year however both companies are teaming up to bring us a mix of both their products in Alpine Ski Racing 2007: Bode Miller vs. Hermann Maier.
by Rainier on Oct. 17, 2006 @ 10:15 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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FPS developer Threewave Software announced today that it has signed a licensing agreement with Valve to leverage its Source game engine technology for its upcoming projects.
by Rainier on Oct. 17, 2006 @ 9:56 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Blitzkrieg 2: Fall of the Reich is the first stand-alone expansion for CDV's historical RTS, and spans three major offensives from the final days of fighting on the Eastern front and covers both the Soviet and German campaigns in the long Siege of Budapest, Fortress Kurland, and the Soviet Operation Bagration.
by Rainier on Oct. 17, 2006 @ 9:29 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Battlefield 2142 is set in the future, the world is plagued by a second Ice Age, and wars have broken out over the remaining territories. Mech Warrior-meets-Battlefield 2 is the best way to describe it. This launch day patch fixes a client side crash on Titan Mode.
by Rainier on Oct. 17, 2006 @ 9:20 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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GameTap is bringing new opportunity to the gaming community with the formation of the "GameTap Original" label. Through this new initiative, GameTap will partner with more independent developers and publishers to bring innovative new video game titles to fans.
by Rainier on Oct. 17, 2006 @ 9:18 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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The Sims 2 Pets allows players to create and control digital characters throughout their lives while determining the outcome of their relationships and choosing their destiny. Each platform will feature customized content.
by Rainier on Oct. 17, 2006 @ 9:11 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Entropia Universe, a virtual world utilizing a real cash economy, today announces that it has reached over 500,000 registered users from over 220 countries. Since its launch in early 2003, Entropia has expanded its reach to thousands of participants, internationally.
by Rainier on Oct. 17, 2006 @ 9:07 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Another day, another batch of games shipped to stores. Instead of giving them all their own posts, we grouped them, and so far there are announcements for:
by Rainier on Oct. 17, 2006 @ 8:56 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Grand Theft Auto: Vice City Stories, developed by Rockstar Leeds in conjunction with series creators Rockstar North, is an all new title in the GTA series set in Vice City with new missions, story and gameplay.
by Rainier on Oct. 17, 2006 @ 5:08 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Atari and Obsidian Entertainment announced that Neverwinter Nights 2 has gone gold and is on schedule to ship to stores nationwide on October 31 in North America and on November 3 in Europe.
by Rainier on Oct. 17, 2006 @ 4:44 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Hellgate: London is an RPG set in the immersive first-person perspective. With a completely randomized world that offers a unique experience every time you play, Hellgate: London introduces a demon-ridden place where the last survivors of the human race must meld science and magic to survive.
by Rainier on Oct. 17, 2006 @ 4:38 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Slitherine Software and Firepower Entertainment announced they are now taking applications for Beta testers for their upcoming WWII strategy game, Commander: Europe at War. Beta testing will start in November with a small closed test group, but gradually open up to more players once the most serious bugs and gameplay issues have been resolved.
by Rainier on Oct. 17, 2006 @ 4:35 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Vanguard: Saga of Heroes is an MMORPG with a vast, seamless, immersive virtual world filled with elements of familiar High Fantasy, including traditional themes and more, all depicted using cutting-edge graphics technology. Sigil’s expertise and experience in the field will bring groundbreaking static and dynamic content to the genre.
by Rainier on Oct. 17, 2006 @ 2:46 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Need for Speed Carbon delivers the next generation of adrenaline-filled street racing and will challenge players to face the ultimate test of driving skill on treacherous canyon roads.
by Rainier on Oct. 17, 2006 @ 2:27 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Medal of Honor Heroes allows players to take all the epic, authentic WWII action of Medal of Honor on-the-go. As Jimmy Patterson you battle your way through three campaigns as their favorite lead characters from past Medal of Honor games.
by Rainier on Oct. 17, 2006 @ 2:24 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Matrix Games and SSG announce the recreation of a wargame classic, Carriers at War, coming later this year. The game is a simulation of fleet carrier air and naval operations in the Pacific theater from 1941 to 1945.
by Rainier on Oct. 17, 2006 @ 1:50 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Oniblade is a 3rd person anime style action/adventure in development at Gaijin Entertainment. Your female heroine weilds two magical blades, which either can be used as swords or guns, and also has magical abilities, all of which are upgradable. Spread over 20 locations with dozens of uniques enemies, the game features 2 two different endings.
by Rainier on Oct. 17, 2006 @ 1:15 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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The Secrets Of Atlantis is a point and click adventure situated in the 1930s. You are Howard Brooks, a young aeronautic engineer who awakes on the Hindenburg zeppelin, investigating a strange vessel, one which will take you to the four corners of the earth, interacting with over 30 NPCs, and solving nearly a dozen puzzles.
by Gordy Wheeler on Oct. 17, 2006 @ 12:50 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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While snoozing atop his doghouse one day, Snoopy has a magical dream. He becomes a virtuoso flying ace, piloting his World War I bi-plane in a heroic attempt to foil the plans of his archenemy, the Red Baron. Join Snoopy and friends as you take on the nefarious Baron and his cohorts in this enchanting aerial adventure.
by Rainier on Oct. 17, 2006 @ 12:38 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Tamagotchi Connection: Corner Shop 2 is a game where aspiring shop keepers can open a variety of stores in which they tend to their Tamagotchi customers’ needs by successfully completing tasks in a variety of playful mini-games.
by David Wanaselja on Oct. 17, 2006 @ 12:06 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Dragon Quest Heroes: Rocket Slime is a brand-new action-adventure featuring slime, one of the most popular monsters from the Dragon Quest series. The kingdom of Slimenia is invaded, all slimes kidnapped and so you embark on a journey throughout Slimenia to save your friends and uncover the Plob’s nefarious plot!
by Rainier on Oct. 17, 2006 @ 12:02 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Based on the 1991 movie, Go Trabi Go is a racing game set around the German family Struutz. After the fall of the wall, they take the opportunity to go on holiday with their car, an old Trabant. They simply want to visit Italy. But there are some incidents during their journey.