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Various Game Trailers #1053

by Rainier on April 12, 2007 @ 10:59 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

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:

  • World in Conflict - Trailer #9
  • Scarface [Wii] - Trailer
  • Empire Earth III - Trailer
  • Lord of the Rings Online: Shadows of Angmar - Trailer (2)
  • Mercury Meltdown Revolution [Wii] - Trailer


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

'Penumbra: Overture' - Updated Demo Available NOW

by Rainier on April 12, 2007 @ 10:55 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Penumbra: Overture is an innovative first person horror game utilizing physics for interaction and puzzles. The game is set in an underground facility on Greenland where the protagonist searches for information regarding his late father.

'Infernal' - New Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on April 12, 2007 @ 4:31 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Infernal is a 3rd person action adventure that is set in a present day scenario, with stunning environments and strong characters. The story relates to the eternal conflict between good and evil, confronted in supernatural intelligence agencies.

FTC Recognizes Video Game Industry's Self-regulatory Programs

by Rainier on April 12, 2007 @ 4:26 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

The Federal Trade Commission acknowledged the video game industry’s leadership in its self-regulatory programs that provide parents the tools they need to make the best video game purchasing and rental choices for their families, the Entertainment Software Association (ESA) said today.

'Nascar 08' (PS2/PS3/X360) - 6 New Screens

by Rainier on April 12, 2007 @ 3:41 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

As the new rookie driver on the circuit, develop your racing skills to gain licenses and contracts from hungry owners and unlock legendary top performing cars from NASCAR's biggest stars.

'Command & Conquer 3: Tiberium Wars' (X360) Gets Launch Date & Demo - Screens

by Rainier on April 12, 2007 @ 2:58 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

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. Ea announced that Command & Conquer 3 Tiberium Wars for the X360 will be in stores on May 10 and a demo will be released on Xbox LIVE in the coming weeks!

'Perfect Dark: Zero' (X360) Sequel in the Works?

by Rainier on April 12, 2007 @ 2:53 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Rare is currently working on the next-gen debut of its Banjo Kazooi franchise, but according to the latest OXM, it might very well be that Rare is also plugging away on a sequel to the Xbox 360's launch title, Perfect Dark: Zero. The rumor stems from a novel about the Perfect Dark Universe where it makes mention of an upcoming Perfect Dark title.

'Hot Brain: Fire up Your Mind' (PSP) - Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on April 12, 2007 @ 2:14 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Fire up your mind with Hot Brain, a game that engages the mind through a series of puzzles and challenges designed to raise the activity and temperature of your brain. Hot Brain presents challenging and fun mental activities that help ignite your mind in areas like logic, memory, math, language and concentration.

'Sam & Max Ep. 5: Reality 2.0' Demo Available NOW

by Rainier on April 12, 2007 @ 2:09 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

With an internet crisis looming and a viral video game holding its players hostage, Sam & Max will need to slip into a new reality to set things right. But can the Freelance Police crack this virtual case in time to avoid worldwide system failure?

Ubisoft Signs 'WarTech Senko no Ronde' (X360) - Screens

by Rainier on April 12, 2007 @ 11:50 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Ubisoft announced that it will publish WarTech Senko no Ronde, an arcade fighter for the Xbox 360 in North American and European territories in May 2007.

'Enemy Territory: Quake Wars' (PS3/X360/PC) - 1 New Screens

by Rainier on April 12, 2007 @ 11:45 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Enemy Territory: Quake Wars pits the armies of Earth against the invading alien Strogg in the ultimate online strategic shooter. Featuring strategic team play, persistent character promotions, day and nighttime combat missions, and the universe's most powerful weapons and vehicles.

'Tiger Woods PGA Tour 08' (ALL) Announced - Screens

by Rainier on April 12, 2007 @ 11:22 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

EA announced that EA Tiburon, known for Madden NFL Football and NCAA Football titles, is developing the latest installment in the Tiger Woods franchise. Tiger Woods PGA Tour 08 will include two new features, GamerNet And Photo Game Face. Read more for details...

'Sam & Max Ep. 6: Bright Side of the Moon' Announced - Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on April 12, 2007 @ 10:50 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

It's up to canine shamus Sam and his mildly psychotic rabbity-thing sidekick Max to storm a bizarre lunar paradise and confront the mastermind behind the plot. But will they be able to deliver the unassuming world populace from the jaws of tranquility and prevent an eternity of hypnotic enslavement?

Alawar Entertainment Acquires Stargaze Interactive

by Rainier on April 12, 2007 @ 10:31 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Casual games publisher Alawar Entertainment and casual games developer Stargaze Interactive have entered an agreement that will produce a new casual games studio at Alawar called Alawar Stargaze.

'City Life' - Vista Compatibility Patch Available NOW

by Rainier on April 12, 2007 @ 10:05 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Create exactly the city you want: build uniquely-designed structures, from residences to corporate skyscrapers. Improve the quality of life by providing recreational and entertainment opportunities-without letting taxes spiral out of control.

'Tony Hawk's Downhill Jam' (PS2) - 11 New Screens

by Rainier on April 12, 2007 @ 9:55 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Downhill Jam delivers a skateboard experience focused on head-to-head racing, allowing players to feel the breakneck speed of downhill competition as they tear up the world's steepest terrains while performing tricks and outmaneuvering opponents. Now also coming to PS2, with extra and exclusive content.

'Boulder Dash Rocks!' (NDS/PSP) Gets Makeover

by Rainier on April 12, 2007 @ 9:45 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Since its inception in the early 80s, the underground search for diamonds found in Boulder Dash has made it one of the most loved, published and licensed games in the past two decades. In Boulder Dash- Rocks!, the familiar well-loved hero appears with a whole new look.

BlizzCon 2007 Announced

by Rainier on April 12, 2007 @ 9:32 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Blizzard announced plans for its second BlizzCon gaming convention, a celebration of the Warcraft, StarCraft, and Diablo franchises and the players who have helped make them so popular around the world.

'8 Ball All Stars' (NDS) - 8 New Screens

by Rainier on April 12, 2007 @ 9:31 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Oxygen Games' next DS title 8 Ball All Stars is a modern, stylish and comprehensive take on pool, set in a global environment with a host of gameplay features to choose from.

NCsoft Launches New Era in 'Lineage II'

by Rainier on April 12, 2007 @ 9:22 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

NCsoft announced the North American and European release of its Lineage II MMORPG expansion Interlude, the next step in the evolution of Lineage II, forming a bridge between The Chaotic Chronicle and the game's next chapter, The Chaotic Throne. The Interlude expansion is free to all current Lineage II subscribers.

'Test Drive Unlimited' (X360) Gets Free Lexus Car Pack

by Rainier on April 12, 2007 @ 9:19 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Test Drive Unlimited challenges players online to experience the most exotic and fastest vehicles on more than 1000 miles of diverse Hawaiian roads. Atari has released the Lexus GS 450h hybrid-powered luxury sport sedan and Lexus LS 460 premium luxury sedan on Xbox Live Marketplace for free download.

X360/PC Preview - 'TimeShift'

by Andrew Hayward on April 12, 2007 @ 5:48 a.m. PDT | Filed under Previews

TimeShift is an FPS in which players control time to complete missions and defeat foes. The game will leverage first-of-its-kind gameplay abilities and functionality, and the latest graphics technology to create a unique action game experience.

'Crush' (PSP) - 10 New Screens

by Rainier on April 12, 2007 @ 5:47 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Crush is a new PSP exclusive puzzle/platformer developed by Kuju Brighton. Reminiscent of Exit, Crush is a thinking man's game, allowing you to transform a 3D world into 2D in order to overcome obstacles and move on in the game.

PS3/X360 Preview - 'Saboteur'

by Rusty Bailey on April 12, 2007 @ 5:38 a.m. PDT | Filed under Previews

Unlike most other WWII titles, Pandemic Studios' Saboteur will feature an open-ended world. Mixing regular first-person action with stealth, you, as a member of the French La Resistance, have to free Nazi-controlled zones. Reminiscent of Schindler's List, these zones will be displayed in black and white, but once successfully liberated, become colorized.

'Neverwinter Nights 2: Mask of The Betrayer' Announced - Screens

by Rainier on April 12, 2007 @ 5:31 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

While Obsidian is feverishly working on patching the various bugs and issues with Neverwinter Nights 2, it seems they are also working on an expansion pack. Scheduled for fall 2007, Neverwinter Nights 2: Mask of The Betrayer will feature a new campaign set in the Forgotten Realms, as well as new monsters, weapons, powers and plenty of quests.

'The Lord of the Rings Online: Shadows of Angmar' Gets Special Edition

by Rainier on April 12, 2007 @ 5:05 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Turbine and Midway Games unveiled the Special Edition of The Lord of the Rings Online: Shadows of Angmar. This Special Edition of the highly anticipated massively multiplayer online game provides fans with exclusive items, including the "making of" DVD, a soundtrack of the game, and a special in-game item.

SimBin Introduces its Next-Gen Lizard Engine

by Rainier on April 12, 2007 @ 4:16 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

SimBin, known for GTR Racing, today unveiled its in-house developed next-gen (X360, PS3, PC) engine, Lizard. The new engine is tailored to handle racing games, but due to its module structure it will allow SimBin to adapt for any type of game, giving them the possibility to expand their portfolio with other genres, for example a First Person Shooter.

The Games Company Signs 'War Leaders: Clash of Nations' - Screens

by Rainier on April 12, 2007 @ 3:49 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

War Leaders: Clash of Nations will expand upon the RTS genre by placing gamers in the roles of the major leaders of WWII, including Roosevelt, Churchill and Stalin. Political, diplomatic and economic decision making will be key to success, while sound tactical strategies will ensure victory on the battlefield.

'Monster Madness: Battle For Suburbia' (X360) Demo on Xbox Live

by Rainier on April 12, 2007 @ 3:44 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Experience frantic cooperative gameplay in SouthPeak Interactive and Artificial Studios' Monster Madness: Battle for Suburbia, an Unreal Engine3 powered top-down shooter. Four players can team up on one Xbox 360 to slash, shoot, and drive through a menagerie of monsters in the campaign mode, or take battle onto Xbox Live for networked cooperative play.

'Smash Court Tennis 3' (PSP) - 9 New Screens

by Rainier on April 12, 2007 @ 3:35 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

In Namco Bandai's Smash Court Tennis 3 players compete as or against 16 of their favorite Pro-Tennis stars including #1 ranked Roger Federer and 2006 French Open champions Rafael Nadal and Justine Henin.

Full Version Of Wii Opera Browser Released

by Rainier on April 12, 2007 @ 3:32 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Opera and Nintendo released the full version of the Opera powered Internet Channel, now downloadable directly from the Wii Shop Channel incorporating user feedback from the original version of the Internet Channel to create a faster, more functional and feature-rich Web experience.

'Culdcept SAGA' (X360) - 8 New Screens

by Rainier on April 12, 2007 @ 2:13 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Namco Bandai's Culdcept SAGA features online competitive gameplay via Xbox Live, and combines the thrilling luck and strategy of a board game with the depth of a trading card game to create a unique twist on traditional turn-based play.

'Enemy Engaged 2' New Features Revealed - 22 New Screens

by Rainier on April 12, 2007 @ 1:29 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Strategy First has signed Enemy Engaged 2, sequel to the chopper classic Enemy Engaged: RAH-66 Comanche Versus Ka-52 Hokum, featuring new dynamic missions, multiplayer, and a complete overhaul of the graphics and audio to bring the game up to date with the latest and best flight simulations available.

'Exodus from the Earth' - 32 New Screens

by Rainier on April 12, 2007 @ 12:22 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Announced last year, Exodus from the Earth is a sci-fi first-person shooter, where the player will have to solve numerous quests and eventually to find out if human life and civilization are possible beyond the Earth's confines.

PSP Review - 'Marvel Trading Card Game'

by Katarani on April 12, 2007 @ 12:21 a.m. PDT | Filed under Reviews

Marvel Trading Card Game lets players assemble their own decks and take on different challenges to gain more cards based on legendary Marvel characters such as Spider-Man, The Incredible Hulk, the X-Men, the Avengers, the Fantastic Four, Ghost Rider and more.

Get Realistic Water With HydroEngine

by Rainier on April 12, 2007 @ 12:02 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Blade Interactive announced that it has successfully developed a physically accurate real-time fluid dynamics engine for games development.