by Rainier on Sept. 6, 2006 @ 8:09 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Chromehounds is a squad-based action title that puts gamers in control of giant mechanized military weapons of war, with a strong focus on cooperative and competitive online gameplay. SEGA has released a patch through Xbox Live fixing various issues with the game, mainly the much needed network stability, and various other gameplay problems.
by Rainier on Sept. 6, 2006 @ 4:56 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:
- Half-Life 2: Episode 2 - Gameplay Trailer #3
- Medieval II: Total War - TrailerPack #2
- Company of Heroes - Tailer #11
- Hyperball Racing - Trailer
- Real World Golf 2007 [PS2/PC] - Trailer
We will update this throughout the day when new trailers become available. Read more for download links ...
by Rainier on Sept. 6, 2006 @ 4:31 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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With the news of the European PS3 launch delay, certain competitors might be eager to seize on the opportunity to push extra units over the holidays. Nintendo was rather subdued in its comments, while Microsoft was a bit more forthcoming, while industry analysts say the delay won't affect things too much, except for European stores who might be in a jam, and predict Nintendo might have the most to gain. Read more for details ...
by Rainier on Sept. 6, 2006 @ 4:12 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Stronghold Legends features a range of new innovations including, three unique castle styles to build, three landscapes to fight across, spectacular magic themes, fearsome monsters to overcome, a completely new strategic conquest style of play, and a range of exciting new multiplayer modes.
by Rainier on Sept. 6, 2006 @ 4:09 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Tripwire Interactive announced today that the next Red Orchestra update is due in mid-September and will include a new weapon, authentic Russian voiceovers, updated animations, new icons and of course a bunch of bug fixes. The update will be made through Steam and should automatically apply when you login.
by Rainier on Sept. 6, 2006 @ 4:06 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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FIFA 07 delivers authenticity with licenses for all the world’s top leagues, including MLS and Mexican 1st Division, and 26 others from over 20 nations. This year, you have the power to shape your club’s destiny in the Interactive Leagues, a new online mode that enables you to pit your club against supporters of your real-world opponents.
by Rainier on Sept. 6, 2006 @ 2:38 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Gun Club is a non-violent arcade shooter, allowing gamers to enter the shooting range, steady their nerves, and take aim at the bull’s-eye. Experience the traditional 1st person shooter from a different perspective; Gun Club is void of blood and violence.
by Rainier on Sept. 6, 2006 @ 2:37 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Precursors, a sci-fi action game from Deep Shadow, developers of Boiling Point, leads you into unexplored regions of space, where he can fly with huge battle ships from planet to planet.
by Rainier on Sept. 6, 2006 @ 1:56 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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For Liberty! is a turn based computer strategy game for the PC, covering two wars of independence - the American Revolution (1775-1783) and the Rakoczi War of Independence in Europe 1703-1711. This v1.60 patch fixes all known and reported game issues as well as adding a ton of new game features, gameplay additions and improvements to the A.I.
by Rainier on Sept. 6, 2006 @ 1:37 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. Not many details are available yet, but it is said that RR 7 will support online multiplayer for up to 14 players.
by Rainier on Sept. 6, 2006 @ 12:59 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Celebrating Metal Slug’s 10th Anniversary, SNK Playmore and Ignition Entertainment will release Metal Slug Anthology, containing: Metal Slug 1 through 5; with Metal Slug 1 and 2 making their first appearances on a home console, since the NEOGEO AES system.
by Rainier on Sept. 6, 2006 @ 12:43 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Paradox Interactive announced that its Soldiers: Heroes of World War II addon Silent Heroes,
previously known as Saboteurs, has gone gold. In the expansion you take control of a special operations force during World War II.
by Rainier on Sept. 6, 2006 @ 12:41 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Embark on your adventure to become the one mighty ruler of them all and take control of vast worlds, sprawling towns and cities or even control the world's horrific monsters to wreak havoc on your cowering enemies. For the first time ever you can rise to rule them all and with it the true destiny of Chantra is under your control...
by Rainier on Sept. 6, 2006 @ 11:54 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Strategic Command 2 Blitzkrieg adds tons of new features including many player submitted suggestions. The v1.04 patch corrects a game crashing bug caused by the previous patch, as well as a dozen tweaks, improvements and gameplay enhancements.
by Rainier on Sept. 6, 2006 @ 11:01 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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A message in the
community chat forum reveals that a BFME v1.05 patch has been submitted for final testing and is expected in the next 2 weeks. The new patch adds massive balance changes, and EA has revealed partial details on fixes for the, so far, underwhelming Mordor side. Read more for partial fix list ...
by Rainier on Sept. 6, 2006 @ 10:39 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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The golden age of console hockey will return when NHL 07 debuts with gameplay innovations that will allow players to feel like they are actually on the ice. Featuring an unmatched level of freedom and control, NHL 07 will represent a watershed moment in the history of the console hockey.
by Rainier on Sept. 6, 2006 @ 9:56 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 Sept. 6, 2006 @ 9:54 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Milestone, the creators of the Superbike series, are back and bringing Super-Bikes: Riding Challenge with them, the most realistic and in depth riding simulation.
by Rainier on Sept. 6, 2006 @ 9:12 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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IENT announced today that it is shutting down support for Mirinae's MMORPGs Khan: The Absolute Power, due to the product not meet its standards of game play and the lack of on-going development would be insufficient to improve this situation. Therefore, IENT will be shutting down the game effective 9 AM EST Sept 5, 2006.
by Rainier on Sept. 6, 2006 @ 9:05 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Samurai Warriors 2 is a beat-'em-up features 20 characters to select from, each offering different ways of fighting, no load times when the action changes from interior to exterior battles, and new combo configurations and better special attacks. Check the
freshly launched website, or read more for new screens ...
by Alicia on Sept. 6, 2006 @ 6:35 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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LEGO Star Wars II: The Original Trilogy takes the fun and endless customization of LEGO and combines it with the epic story, characters and action from the original Star Wars movies that revolutionized pop culture forever.
by Rainier on Sept. 6, 2006 @ 6:34 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Due to a delay in the mass production schedule of the blue laser diode, Sony Computer Entertainment Europe announced that it would postpone the PS3 launch in Europe, Russia, Middle East, Africa and Australasia from its original 17th November 2006 date, to March 2007. Launch dates for Japan and North America will remain the same, which are November 11th and November 17th respectively.
by Rainier on Sept. 6, 2006 @ 6:23 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Midway today announced the development of The Grim Adventures of Billy & Mandy for the Nintendo Wii. Gamers can play as one of 15 characters from one of Cartoon Network's top-rated shows in the adventure/fighting game,
by Rainier on Sept. 6, 2006 @ 6:16 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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When local children are kidnapped from his island, it is up to our hero, with the help of Baby Mario, Baby Peach and the cute Baby Donkey Kong, to come to the rescue. But whilst on his quest, Yoshi must also protect the three babies from the island’s villains by swallowing enemies or shooting eggs.
by Rainier on Sept. 6, 2006 @ 6:08 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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While leaked earlier through Microsoft Canada's website, it has now been confirmed. Vista Ultimate will set you back $399, while Vista Business will cost $299; Windows Vista Home Premium, $239; and Windows Vista Home Basic, $199. If you currently have Win XP, then you can get an upgrade to Ultimate for $259; Vista Business, $199; Vista Home Premium, $159; and Vista Home Basic for $99. Microsoft recently issued RC1, a near-final test version of the operating system, and will soon be expanding its Vista customer preview program allowing customers to obtain early code for testing.
by Rainier on Sept. 6, 2006 @ 5:33 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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As the SEAL commander, the player will be supported by AI teammate executing traditional SOCOM team-based tactical, stealth and action gameplay. Multiple players will once again be able to form clans and take on their friends for team-based high-action gameplay.
by Rainier on Sept. 6, 2006 @ 4:44 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Final Fantasy XII shakes the series to its core with the introduction of a unique new combat system, while still honoring the franchise's reputation for epic storytelling, incredible spectacle, and compelling characters. Final Fantasy XII is undeniably FF, but it's also something completely different.
by Rainier on Sept. 6, 2006 @ 4:33 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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THQ announced it has signed Anthony Head, known as Rupert Giles from Buffy the Vampire Slayer, as lead voiceover in Destroy All Humans! 2.
by Rainier on Sept. 6, 2006 @ 4:18 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Fight an all-out war for survival in the year 2142. In Battlefield 2142, players choose to fight for one of two military superpowers - the European Union or the newly formed Pan Asian Coalition -in an epic battle for survival. After
yesterday's batch, here are some more ...
by Rainier on Sept. 6, 2006 @ 4:16 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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FUN Technologies will host the inaugural casual games competition WorldWide Web Games (W3Games) Saturday Sept. 9. Set to air on the Game Show Network December 2, the W3Games will bring casual game players from across the world to Hollywood for a chance to turn hours of game play into one huge $1 million paycheck.
by Rainier on Sept. 6, 2006 @ 4:10 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Set in the heart of a murder investigation, Evidence: The Last Ritual is an astonishing psychological thriller that blurs the line of reality and fantasy. The notorious serial killer “The Phoenix” is back and the authorities need your help to catch him once and for all.
by Nicolus Baslock on Sept. 6, 2006 @ 3:52 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Step up as the lead blocker to create a hole, and then take control of the tailback and smash through, overpower, or slash away from would-be tacklers as you fight for every yard. Innovative rushing controls give you a game-breaking ground attack featuring all-new jukes, cutbacks, and the distinct running styles of your favorite backs.
by Rainier on Sept. 6, 2006 @ 3:15 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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According to the latest Famitsu, From Software's epic adventure Enchanted Arms is no longer an X360 exclusive RPG, as it is now also scheduled to appear on the PS3. Enchanted Arms allows players to escape to a fantasy world filled with beautiful cinema-quality graphics, unique characters and bizarre creatures.
by Rainier on Sept. 6, 2006 @ 3:11 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 Sept. 6, 2006 @ 3:04 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Sony Computer Entertainment America today announced the appointment of Dave Karraker to the post of Senior Director of Corporate Communications to oversee all North American public relations.
by Rainier on Sept. 6, 2006 @ 2:52 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Pompolic: Call for Heroes, developed by Quotix Software, is a third-person action game with RPG elements placed in a fantasy world.
by Alicia on Sept. 6, 2006 @ 2:04 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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As part of Xbox Live Arcade Wednesday's program, Konami's arcade side-scrolling space shooter Scramble, was slated to go live tomorrow, Wednesday, Sept. 6. However, during the final testing and minor issues were detected and therefore its release has been delayed a week until Sept 13. Until then, tomorrow the new Project Gotham Racing 3 theme deck for UNO will be making its debut.
