by Rainier on May 7, 2007 @ 8:02 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:
- Skate [PS3/X360] - Spike Gameplay Trailer
- Swashbucklers: Blue vs Grey - Trailer #3
We will update this throughout the day when new trailers become available. Read more for download links ...
by Rainier on May 7, 2007 @ 7:56 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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While Activision has just released a Spider-Man 3 game to coincide with the theatrical movie release, it seems that is not all what's in store for the web slinging hero. A freshly launched
teaser website reveals Spider-Man: Friend or Foe, without any mention of release date or platform, only "A new twist on the legend; a new take on the movies." More details soon ...
by Rainier on May 7, 2007 @ 7:53 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Sam Fisher teams up with Third Echelon to help Anna Grimsdottir, Sam's former intelligence gathering operative, who is in trouble. When Sam Fischer is being fed bogus intel and supplied with wrong equipment, he turns on his former employer, realizing the threat comes from within Third Echelon.
by Rainier on May 7, 2007 @ 6:33 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Transformers: The Game lets gamers control the outcome in the battle for Earth as they choose to protect it as Autobots or destroy it as Decepticons. EBGames will be selling a Xbox 360 only Transformers: The Game, Cybertron Edition with added footage, unlockable levels, comic book, special packaging and more ...
by Rainier on May 7, 2007 @ 5:52 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Unreal Tournament: Expanded Multiplayer is a class based multiplayer team game. UT XMP is a total conversion for UT2004, developed by Free Monkey Interactive, and is based upon Unreal II: Expanded Multiplayer, released in 2003 by the now-defunct Legend Entertainment. Public Beta 3.5 has now been released with tons of fixes and tweaks...
by Rainier on May 7, 2007 @ 5:00 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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The Last Remnant is Square Enix's latest RPG game, powered by the Unreal Engine 3, to be officially announced later this week at the Square-Enix Party. This single-player only title is scheduled to be released in Japan and North America simultaneously, with two main characters, each one appealing to a specific territory.
by Rainier on May 7, 2007 @ 2:38 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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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.
by Rainier on May 7, 2007 @ 1:33 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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In late 2005, EA announced it had signed a
license agreement with Fox Television allowing it to develop games based on the popular Simpsons cartoon series, and it seems we may finally see the results. According to a countdown clock on the freshly launched
teaser site, EA will announce the 22nd title in the franchise since 1989, on Wednesday at noon, the same day it is having its Summer preview event, which we are scheduled to attend, so stay tuned...
by Rainier on May 7, 2007 @ 12:58 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Unreal Tournament 3 will have dozens of new, unique levels covering diverse environments, along with an even bigger selection of playable characters. The game will feature 7 game modes in total including one all-new game mode, several new vehicles and an armory full of weapons. Sign up for the newsletter on the freshly launched
official website.
by Rainier on May 7, 2007 @ 12:53 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Battle for Atlantis is an innovative RTS. The action takes place around the conflict between the ancient race of atlantes and present-day mankind. The gameplay is based on the combination of underwater and land battles and maximum full interaction of the game world.
by Rainier on May 7, 2007 @ 11:11 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Oblivion is a single-player game that takes place in Tamriel's capital province, Cyrodiil. You are given the task of finding the hidden heir to a throne that sits empty, the previous emperor having been killed by an unknown assassin. Bethesda has now released the final v1.2.0416 patches, for the Euro editions, fixing the previous ID issue.
by Rainier on May 7, 2007 @ 10:09 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Today Nintendo added yet another 3 classic games to the Wii's Shop Channel. Wii owners with a high-speed Internet access can redeem Wii Points to download the following titles: Mighty Bomb Jack, Final Fight, and Ordyne.
by Rainier on May 7, 2007 @ 9:20 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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World in Conflict is a strategy game that delivers intense action and coordinated team play amidst the war the world feared most – an apocalyptic showdown between the Soviet Union and the United States, with completely destructible 3D battlefields, aggressive team-based multiplayer action and a focus on fast, hard-hitting battles.
by Rainier on May 7, 2007 @ 8:14 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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In keeping with its aggressive stance against cheating in World of Warcraft, Blizzard banned over 114,000 accounts in Europe in the month of April. The banned accounts were taking part in activities that violate the game's Terms of Use, including using third-party programs to farm gold and items, which severely impacts the economy of a realm and the overall game enjoyment for all players.
by Rainier on May 7, 2007 @ 8:08 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Valve announced that Sid Meier's Railroads! ($19.95), as well as Railroad Tycoon II and Railroad Tycoon III now available for purchase on Steam, separately or, you can purchase all three titles as a package for $29.95. Golden oldie X-COM: Terror from the Deep is now available for purchase on Steam for $4.95.
by Rainier on May 7, 2007 @ 7:46 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Nexon America announced the 2 year anniversary of its first MMO game release in North America, MapleStory. In-game festivities during the month of May include 5 coordinated events awarding special prizes, and ample opportunities for the community to showcase its collective talent with contests driven by user generated content.
by Rainier on May 7, 2007 @ 7:44 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Experience all the action of the AFL from the comfort of your living room. AFL Premiership 2007, developed by IR Gurus, is the only official game of the AFL featuring all the teams, players, venues and competitions of the 2007 season and is back.
by Rainier on May 7, 2007 @ 7:04 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Test Drive Unlimited 2, scheduled for March 2008, will feature licensed vehicles from most famous Italian car companies, but also include off-road cars, SUVs, 4WD, enduro bikes and buggies. It will also feature a huge drivable area with no less than 2400 km of different roads (mud, sand, rock and asphalt), over a 1500 km2 area with streets, highways, off-road tracks, dynamic weather (rain, fog and storms), night and day cycles, and various online modes.
by Rainier on May 7, 2007 @ 6:49 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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IMG Artists is delighted to announce European, Asian and Australian representation of video game concert Video Games Live, produced by renowned composers Tommy Tallarico and Jack Wall.
by Rainier on May 7, 2007 @ 6:36 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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The Witcher is an action RPG, combining features of such games as Dungeon Siege, Baldur’s Gate: Dark Alliance, Gothic and Neverwinter Nights, incorporating a simple-yet-interesting game system, along with a complex plot and attractive 3D graphics.
by Rainier on May 7, 2007 @ 6:32 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Resident Evil 4 takes you on a secret mission at a mysterious location in Europe, where you will fight not-zombies in an attempt to recover the President's daughter. Capcom revealed, through its official online shop , that Resident Evil 4 for the Wii will go on sale for $29.95.
by Rainier on May 7, 2007 @ 5:45 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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D3Publisher of America announced Ben 10: Protector of Earth where you take on the role of Cartoon Network's popular everyday-kid-turned-superhero, Ben Tennyson. Using the power of the Omnitrix, which has embedded itself on Ben's wrist, players will be able to battle as one of five popular alien heroes from the show - soon to be revealed!
by Andrew Hayward on May 7, 2007 @ 1:15 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Project Treasure Island Z is a puzzle adventure game that utilizes the unique control mechanics of the Wii Remote and challenges gamers to play different. Explore a variety of wondrous environments and stages, solve puzzles and interact with the world in search of a legendary pirate ship and the ultimate pursuit of becoming the greatest pirate ever.
by Rainier on May 7, 2007 @ 1:02 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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In Too Human, players are treated to a non-stop barrage of action powered by the seamless integration of melee and ranged firearms combat and fueled by breathtaking visuals. Battles unfold in awesome scale as players engage with vast numbers of enemies.
by Rainier on May 7, 2007 @ 12:52 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Sony Europe announced that on May 8th, 2007, its PlayStation Network will be temporarily going down for approximately 3 hours, from 17h to 20h, for maintenance. People who are actively playing games at that time will be able to proceed, but connecting between 17h and 20h will not be possible.
by Rainier on May 7, 2007 @ 12:50 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Project WITCHES is a 3rd person tactical combat game designed to exploit the capabilities of new generation consoles. Players find themselves in terrifying dark medieval surroundings in an epic struggle for survival against the repellent deformed Hordes of the Beast, an evil creature that has established a reign of slavery and terror throughout the land.
by Rainier on May 7, 2007 @ 12:38 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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In an
interview with eWeek, Microsoft's Entertainment and Devices Division President Robbie Bach predicted that the Xbox will become profitable during the course of 2008, "It's a business that will be profitable next year—we'll make money next year and that will be the first time, which is pretty exciting." In the subsequent years Microsoft then expect to actually make money off their console endeavor.
Dragon Ball Z: Shin Budokai Another Road will further give players the ability to experience intense WiFi multiplayer battles with the most thrilling aspects of DBZ combat, including counter-attacks, super high-speed bouts, flight and Ki (energy) management.