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'Opoona' (Wii) - 35 New Screens

by Rainier on May 18, 2007 @ 7:42 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Opoona is a "lifestyle RPG," where you, as Opoona, descendant of brave warriors, known as Cosmo Guards, must adapt to a new environment, meet new people, get a job, all while becoming aware of the precious world and people surrounding him.

'Half-Life 2: Black Box' Gets Canceled

by Rainier on May 18, 2007 @ 6:56 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Black Box or Orange Box — it has always been somewhat confusing. One edition included Half-Life 2 Ep. 2, Portal, and Team Fortress 2, while the other added the original H-L 2, and Ep. 1 to the mix. Valve decided to cancel the Black Box version, and instead only have the Orange Box with all of the content. The PC edition will include codes to download through Steam, so if you already have one of the titles, you can simply give the codes away to a friend.

'Devil Kings 2: Heroes' (PS2/Wii) - 13 New Screens

by Rainier on May 18, 2007 @ 3:24 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Sequel to 2005's fast-paced action title, Devil Kings 2 possesses compelling gameplay that thrusts players into a land of warring nations and unrelenting hostile armies, playable as one of 30 chararcters.

'Ninja Gaiden Sigma' (PS3) Gets Release Date

by Rainier on May 18, 2007 @ 2:50 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Ninja Gaiden Sigma is a PS3 exclusive remake of the original but with an improved combat system, updated graphics, new weapons, exclusive character, locations, and the ability to wield dual katanas. Last week we revealed the game went gold, and today Tecmo informed us that the game is scheduled to ship July 3rd.

'Hour of Victory' (X360) - 2 New Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on May 18, 2007 @ 2:46 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Hour of Victory allows you to play a key role in the pivotal and cinematic battles from the European and North African theaters of World War II, using the skills and gameplay style you choose.

'Jutland' Announced

by Rainier on May 18, 2007 @ 2:25 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Storm Eagle Studios is proud to announce Jutland, the 2nd installment utilizing its Distant Guns 3D Combat Engine! Set in the treacherous waters of the 1916 North Sea, Jutland delivers the most detailed World War One naval experience ever released for PC Wargaming!

'Eternal Sonata' (X360) - 9 New Screens

by Rainier on May 18, 2007 @ 12:14 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Namco Bandai's Eternal Sonata, previously known as Trusty Bell, is an Xbox 360 exclusive RPG, boasting gorgeous graphics, 3-D character models, and a groundbreaking battle system.

Various Game Trailers #1082

by Rainier on May 18, 2007 @ 12:05 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:

  • The Darkness [PS3/X360] - Demon Arm Trailer
  • Devil May Cry [PS3/X360/PC] - Trailer #4
  • Call of Duty 3 [X360] - Bravo Map Pack Trailer
  • Tomb Raider Anniversary [PSP/PS2/PC] - Trailer (2)


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

Friday, May 18, 2007 Shipping Announcements

by Judy on May 18, 2007 @ 12:02 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

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:

  • Resident Evil 4 (PC)


  • We will update this throughout the day when new announcements become available. Read more for details ...

'Namco Museum Remix' (Wii) Announced - Screens

by Rainier on May 18, 2007 @ 12:00 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Namco Bandai Games America announced Namco Museum Remix featuring a graphical makeover, including five "remixed" Namco arcade games with new controls utilizing the Wii Remote to whip, swing, twist and shake up the video game classics. 

'Two Worlds' (X360/PC) - v1.3 Patch Available NOW

by Rainier on May 18, 2007 @ 11:57 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Two Worlds is an RPG featuring thrilling fight choreographies, gripping characters and realistic worlds, linking the cinematic story with maximum gaming freedom in a medieval fantasy world. This new v1.3 patch fixes various single & multiplayer issues, and adds a few new features.

'CRASH of the Titans' (PSP/PS2/Wii/X360) - 15 New Screens

by Rainier on May 18, 2007 @ 11:50 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Crash's arch-nemeses, Neo and Nina Cortex, have mutated the creatures of Crash's island into monstrous abominations! Never one to shirk from danger, our orange furry friend finds that with his potent mix of wacky bravado and daredevil action he is able to hijack the titanic monsters and wield their immense powers against each other!

New Online Title to Debut at SOE Fan Faire 2007

by Rainier on May 18, 2007 @ 11:30 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Sony Online Entertainment announced that registration is open for its annual Fan Faire event being held on August 2-4, 2007 at the Rio Hotel in LasVegas, where it will debut its new online game.

'Lifesigns' (NDS) Coming to North America - Screens

by Rainier on May 18, 2007 @ 10:56 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Alerts, blue lights and bloody excoriations – humanity need the gods in white, and DreamCatcher is bringing it to North America. In Lifesigns for the NDS, it’s up to you if you save lives. Each second is important – the emergency room is waiting for you!

'The Chronicles of Riddick: Assault on Dark Athena' (PS3/X360) Revealed

by Rainier on May 18, 2007 @ 10:42 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

The rumors have been flying ever since GameInformer mentioned it, but confirmation of a next-gen Chronicles of Riddick game comes through UK industry weekly, MCV. Developed by Starbreeze, who is currently working on The Darkness, the announcement for The Chronicles of Riddick: Assault on Dark Athena will come next week. The title will feature updated graphics, all-new single-player missions, a developer's commentary mode, and online multiplayer capabilities. Stay tuned ...

Akella's 2007 E3 Media and Business Summit Lineup

by Rainier on May 18, 2007 @ 10:39 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Akella's lineup features both sequels and new exciting developments of various genres. 6 key titles announced for this year’s E3 Media and Business Summit include Disciples III, Jagged Alliance 3, Heavy Duty, Showdown: Scorpion, 2025: Battle for Fatherland, and Numen.

'Loki' - 8 New Screens

by Rainier on May 18, 2007 @ 10:33 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

A fantasy voyage through the great mythologies, Loki, an action/RPG, allows you to take on the role of one of the 4 heroes of the game, each drawn from a different mythology : a mighty Norse fighter, a fierce Greek warrior, a powerful Egyptian magician or an Aztec shaman who masters the secrets of the spirit world.

'Combat Mission: Shock Force' Gets Delayed

by Rainier on May 18, 2007 @ 10:30 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Combat Mission: Shock Force is a tactical military simulation depicting a hypothetical near future conflict between NATO and Syrian forces in Syria. Originally scheduled for mid June, it has now been pushed back until July 27.

'Galactic Assault: Prisoner of Power' - 8 New Screens

by Rainier on May 18, 2007 @ 10:23 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Paradox Interactive's turn-based strategy Sci-Fi adventure Galactic assault, previously known as Inhabited Island: Battlefield, takes the battle to Saraksh planet, where four armies (Khonties, the Land of Fathers, Island Empire and Southern barbarians) go toe-to-toe on field of action.

'Scarface: The World is Yours' (ALL) Sells More Than Two Million Units

by Rainier on May 18, 2007 @ 10:18 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Late last year Sierra announced that Scarface: The World Is Yours has sold more than 1 million copies worldwide, and now 6 months later it has doubled that. Scarface is a 3rd person action shooter set in a complex world filled with excess and greed, where you take the role of Tony Montana, one of the most ruthless gangsters ever depicted on film.

'Age of Empires III: The Asian Dynasties' Announced - Screen

by Rainier on May 18, 2007 @ 9:06 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Microsoft Game Studios, Ensemble Studios and Big Huge Games Inc. today unveiled the first details about Age of Empires III: The Asian Dynasties, introducing gamers to Asian civilizations, a host of new gameplay features, and a new developer that will provide a unique spin to a classic favorite.

'Attack on Pearl Harbor' - Demo Available NOW

by Rainier on May 18, 2007 @ 9:01 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

In Attack on Pearl Harbor, history's yours to shape: Either nation can win the war depending on your actions as players battle for supremacy behind the cockpits of some of the most prolific fighters, bombers and torpedo-bearing aircraft of the WWII Pacific Theater. The demo contains 4 missions (out of the more than 50 included in the full game) across two expansive maps.

PSP Preview - 'God of War: Chains of Olympus'

by Andrew Hayward on May 18, 2007 @ 12:36 a.m. PDT | Filed under Previews

In God of War: Chains of Olympus, Kratos will journey to lands that no mortal has ever walked upon. With the world plunged in eternal darkness and the Gods rendered powerless, Kratos will face the most feared creatures of Greek Mythology, and ultimately be forced to choose between his own personal redemption and saving the ancient world from certain destruction.

PC Review - 'Penumbra: Overture'

by James King on May 18, 2007 @ 12:25 a.m. PDT | Filed under Reviews

Penumbra: Overture is an enthralling first person action adventure using an advanced and internally developed real-time 3D engine which conveys player freedom and immersion aiding an already captivating storyline where the player has to use his/her wits to guide the protagonist on his quest to unravel the past.