by Rainier on May 1, 2007 @ 11:43 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:
- Crazy Taxi: Fare Wars [PSP] - Trailer #2
- Driver 76 [PSP] - Trailer
- Global Agenda - Trailer
- Mortal Kombat: Armageddon [Wii] - Taven Trailer
- NBA Live 08 [ALL] - Hibachi Trailer
We will update this throughout the day when new trailers become available. Read more for download links ...
by Rainier on May 1, 2007 @ 4:06 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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SEGA's Universe at War: Earth Assault, developed by Petroglyph, is a combat-intensive RTS game enlisting players in an epic struggle to prevent total alien domination of planet Earth.
by Rainier on May 1, 2007 @ 4:06 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Nexon America announced that it will launch a North American version of KartRider, a free-to-download, subscription free, online multiplayer racing-adventure game that is enjoyed by over 160 million riders worldwide.
by Rainier on May 1, 2007 @ 4:03 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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BOTS!! is a multiplayer online robot fighting game that allows players to battle with up to seven other players as they fight evil viruses invading Cyberspace, clash with each other in teams, or fight rivals to protect their home base. Acclaim Games announces that BOTS!! has reached with over 1 million registered players.
by Rainier on May 1, 2007 @ 2:42 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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After previously getting rid of tons of titles, it's time for the employees, as Atari today announced a reorganization of its general and administrative functions, reducing its workforce by 20%.
by Rainier on May 1, 2007 @ 1:36 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Winterheart’s Guild, developed by Zelian Games using its in-house ZelianX engine, is a post-apocalyptic action-RPG. The setting is a harsh, brutal Earth, after the destruction of civilization at its technological peak. In this world, resources are scarce, and the environment is as dangerous as the enemies that the player must face.
by Rainier on May 1, 2007 @ 12:56 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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SOE announced that its remake of Midway's classic Gauntlet II is coming to PlayStation Network on May 3, 2007.
by Rainier on May 1, 2007 @ 11:54 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Independent developer Hi-Rez Studios' Global Agenda is a mission-based action MMORPG, using Unreal Engine 3, set in a near future world of espionage and tactical covert operations.
by Rainier on May 1, 2007 @ 11:12 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Sony Computer Entertainment Europe announced that the first phase, closed beta test for Home, its 3D, online, avatar based community for PS3 had begun. Starting with an initially small group of both internal staff and known beta testers, the test will be opened up to many others at some point during the summer, including
those who have registered.
by Rainier on May 1, 2007 @ 10:46 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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While Relic is working on the Company of Heroes expansion pack, it is also continuing to finetune the original. While the Opposing Fronts expansion pack, and the future v1.7 patch, will include DX10 support, v1.6 brings further fixes, tweaks, enhancements, new maps ( & updates), and general optimizations.
by Rainier on May 1, 2007 @ 10:37 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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In Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix, Harry returns for his fifth year of study at Hogwarts and discovers that much of the wizarding community is in denial about the teenager's recent encounter with the evil Lord Voldemort, preferring to turn a blind eye to the news that Voldemort has returned.
by Rainier on May 1, 2007 @ 9:53 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Activision's Quebec-based studio Beenox announced today that the company expects to triple its workforce over the next two years, creating more than 200 new positions in the Quebec area by 2009.
by Rainier on May 1, 2007 @ 9:51 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Devil May Cry 4 is the fourth installment in Capcom's series starring Dante, the gunslinging demon hunter. DMC4 will introduce a new hero, Nero, who possesses a demonic arm that can pull in enemies or use them as projectiles.
by Rainier on May 1, 2007 @ 9:40 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 May 1, 2007 @ 8:56 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Microsoft announced that on Thursday, May 3, at 9 a.m. GMT, it will release four new action-packed Gears of War multiplayer maps in the thrilling Hidden Fronts Multiplayer Map Pack. For 800 Microsoft points, COG soldiers and the Locust Horde will clash once again for control of these four dynamic new areas, including Bullet Marsh, Garden, Process and Subway.
by Andrew Hayward on May 1, 2007 @ 5:50 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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To shine a light on the better releases of each month, we have come up with the monthly Spotlight feature. Having scoured the release lists for the upcoming month, we picked the titles that we believe have the most potential to satisfy your gaming needs across all platforms and genres. Without any further ado, here are our recommendations for May 2007.
by Rainier on May 1, 2007 @ 5:34 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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D3Publisher of America announced it will bring three titles to gamers through Xbox LIVE Arcade later this year. Mad Tracks, a racing game, RocketBowl, Xbox LIVE Arcade's first bowling game, and its recent PSP/NDS puzzle hit, Puzzle Quest: Challenge of the Warlords.
by Rainier on May 1, 2007 @ 5:34 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Wild Arms Crossfire, also known as WildArms XF, is a fantasy turn-based strategy/RPG that will test your reflexes by having you react within seconds depending on what enemy you will be facing next. No official announcement yet, Wild Arms XF is scheduled in Japan later this year.
by Rainier on May 1, 2007 @ 4:48 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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In an effort to make significant senior management changes, Left Behind Games, known for Left Behind: Eternal Forces, has accepted the resignation of Senior Vice President, David J. Klein and has discontinued employment of President, Jeffrey S. Frichner, while CEO Troy Lyndon for the resignation of the company's other three board members.
by Rainier on May 1, 2007 @ 2:25 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Sony Computer Entertainment announced the arrival of the PSP camera, Go!Cam, promising bring the creativity of film, photos and the fun of PSP together to create a camera for all ages and all occasions.
by Rainier on May 1, 2007 @ 1:30 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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In Manhunt 2 an experiment at a secret research facility has gone catastrophically wrong. Daniel Lamb and Leo Kasper are the only surviving subjects. The Pickman Project will stop at nothing to hunt them down and stop the truth from getting out.
The TMNT movie takes place in a New York City plagued by secretive villains and strange, otherworldly creatures. The new TMNT video game uses the same dark and dangerous environments and adventurous themes featured in the new TMNT CGI film.
by Rainier on May 1, 2007 @ 12:04 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Battlefront is a new World War II battalion-level combat game based on the design philosophy of the popular Decisive Battles of World War II series. This update brings two improvements to the PBEM system to assure that the World War II-style player vs. player action runs in tip top shape.