by Rainier on Sept. 7, 2007 @ 8:47 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Players will embark on a global quest to overcome an evil threat, by controlling Spider-Man and one of numerous Super Hero or Super Villain sidekicks, as they master unique fighting moves and styles while switching between characters to execute team combos and defeat foes.
by Rainier on Sept. 7, 2007 @ 8:37 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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According to the independent NPD Group, through July Pokémon Diamond is the best-selling video game of the year on any system, while Pokémon Pearl ranks No. 3, having sold more than 3 million copies in the United States alone.
by Rainier on Sept. 7, 2007 @ 7:31 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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The epic saga continues with Halo 3, in this third chapter of the Halo trilogy, Master Chief returns to finish the fight, bringing the epic conflict between the Covenant, the Flood, and the entire human race to a dramatic, pulse-pounding climax.
by Rainier on Sept. 7, 2007 @ 7:20 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Team Fortress 2 is a class-based, multiplayer team warfare game, delivering new game types, a signature art style powered by Valve’s next generation animation technology, persistent player statistics, and more. Continuing its series, Valve will release the Engineer trailer next week, as well as promising a major announcement on Tuesday..
by Rainier on Sept. 7, 2007 @ 7:13 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:
- Code Lyoko [Wii] - Gameplay Trailer
- Medal of Honor Airborne [PS3/X360/PC] - Weapons Trailer
- Race Driver: Create & Race [NDS] - Trailer #2
We will update this throughout the day when new trailers become available. Read more for download links ...
by Rainier on Sept. 7, 2007 @ 6:30 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Sonic Rush Adventure will seamlessly utilize both screens of the Nintendo DS to navigate the high seas in search of pirate treasure, delivering Sonic’s classic high-speed 2D gameplay in the ultimate Sonic handheld experience.
by Rainier on Sept. 7, 2007 @ 4:22 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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SEGA is bringing 2005 arcade gun game Ghost Squad to the Wii, adding a number of new Wii-specific gameplay modes and using the Wiimote as a multi-purpose tool that allows players to easily control the targeting of on-screen enemies, defuse bombs, and rescue hostages.
by Rainier on Sept. 7, 2007 @ 4:18 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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In an interview with Develop Magazine, RealTime Worlds producer Phil Wilson said the team is "heartbroken" that there won't be a Crackdown 2. By the time Microsoft approached RealTime Worlds to talk about a sequel, the team had already moved on to "bigger, better things," probably referring to APB, or its confirmed, but yet to be announced, secret title. Depending on who owns the naming rights, this means Microsoft might ask some other team to look into a sequel, or the issue will be revisited at a later time.
by Rainier on Sept. 7, 2007 @ 3:46 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Namco Bandai Games America's .hack //G.U. Vol. 3: Redemption logs gamers back into the engaging MMO setting where the lines of reality are blurred and danger lurks around every corner. Delivering an epic action-RPG experience, gamers must overcome evil and restore balance to “The World.”
by Rainier on Sept. 7, 2007 @ 3:30 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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FIFA 08 will create a football experience that matches the complexity, finesse and beauty of the real-world game. FIFA 08 challenges you to master the skills required to play like a pro football player, allowing you on the pitch to defy the odds, perfect your skills, elevate your game and rise up to win glory for your club. EA revealed the PS3 and Xbox 360 demos are coming Thursday Sept. 13 on PSN and Xbox Live, same content as the PC edition.
by Rainier on Sept. 7, 2007 @ 3:19 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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BMW M3 Challenge is a new freeware game created by Blimey & 10Tacle to bring to life the powerful engine of the new BMW M3. Developed in close co-operation of the BMW engineers, this free download will demonstrate (Sept. 11, 2007) for the first time the power of the 420 hp bolide, which launched earlier this year.
by Rainier on Sept. 7, 2007 @ 3:12 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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SEGA's Bleach: Shattered Blade, based on the hit animated series Bleach, offers relentless action and dazzling swordplay with crisp, highly-stylized graphics that deliver an authentic anime experience.
by Rainier on Sept. 7, 2007 @ 3:09 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Baseball Mogul 2008 is a baseball management simulation game that allows players to manage and create a championship dynasty while using players from the past, present, and future.
by Rainier on Sept. 7, 2007 @ 1:04 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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World in Conflict is an RTS that delivers action and coordinated team play amidst a showdown between the Soviet Union and the US, with completely destructible 3D battlefields, aggressive team-based multiplayer and a focus on fast, hard-hitting battles.
by Rainier on Sept. 7, 2007 @ 12:54 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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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. March 4, 2008 is Kratos day, with the previously announced demo still on track for end of September.
by Rainier on Sept. 7, 2007 @ 11:17 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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StarCraft II will feature the return of the Protoss, Terran, and Zerg races, overhauled and re-imagined with Blizzard's approach to game balance, designed to be the ultimate competitive RTS game.
by Rainier on Sept. 7, 2007 @ 11:09 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. 7, 2007 @ 11:05 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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In feudal Japan, it was kill or be killed for the samurai. Kengo: Legend of the 9, known in Europe as Kengo Zero, lets you battle as one of nine famous samurai warriors while mastering expert techniques to gain an advantage over your foes. Become a Kengo Master as you fight your way through lush, high-definition Japanese environments.
by Rainier on Sept. 7, 2007 @ 10:52 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Shadowgrounds Survivor tells the story of three survivors who join forces with the last remaining human resistance in the heated battle against the ongoing alien onslaught. The acclaimed atmosphere and gameplay mechanics of the original make a triumphant return armed with a new feature set!
by Rainier on Sept. 7, 2007 @ 10:48 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Imagine Sports announced a deal with MLB Advanced Media to bring officially-licensed content (league and team logos, data, player names, and images) to its online baseball simulation game, Diamond Mind Online, making it the most authentic baseball multi-player simulation game available.
by Rainier on Sept. 7, 2007 @ 9:51 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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PGR 4 tries to create an emotionally-charged racing experience, where players become attached to their careers, profiles and vehicles. Drivers will be rewarded with a growing fanbase that’ll cheer them on, react to their every move and support them through victory.
by Rainier on Sept. 7, 2007 @ 9:34 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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SimBin announced that its RACE 07 racing title sequel comes loaded with new features and game modes, more than 300 cars in 9 different car classes and circuits from all over the world, several of them being city racetracks never before featured in a racing game.
by Rainier on Sept. 7, 2007 @ 9:06 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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The Club is a 3rd person action shooter that focuses on addictive and rewarding gameplay, testing your skills to the limit and offers a relentless pace with frantic, fast paced gameplay with a unique style, tone and storyline that drips with energy, attitude and anarchy. The Club will ship Feb. 2008 in North America...
by Rainier on Sept. 7, 2007 @ 9:01 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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SunAge is a futuristic RTS where the player can experience 3 different races with each there arsenal of units, buildings and upgrades, taking place across 2 different worlds.
by Rainier on Sept. 7, 2007 @ 8:59 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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GamersGate announced today that it has entered into a digital distribution agreement with Atari, giving gamers access to old back-catalogue favorites such as Masters of Orion 3, Act of War: High Treason and Desperados 2 in addition to new and popular games like The Witcher.
by Rainier on Sept. 7, 2007 @ 8:37 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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FF Tactics: The War Of The Lions is an epic combat adventure set in the Final Fantasy universe. Re-enter the world of Ivalice and experience a land of imaginative artistic design that provides a sumptuous backdrop to a politically charged tale, where two young men endeavor to reshape the course of history.
by Rainier on Sept. 7, 2007 @ 7:09 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Kane & Lynch: Dead Men is a violent and chaotic journey of two men -- a flawed mercenary and a medicated psychopath -- and their brutal attitude towards right and wrong. This volatile partnership combined with innovative technologies allow for an unparalleled gaming experience.
by Thomas Wilde on Sept. 7, 2007 @ 6:38 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Aion is the ultimate MMORPG with strengthened interaction between players. Aion’s world consists of 3 realms - the heavens, the devildom and the dragon realm. Players will experience dynamic communications with the world of Aion as they conduct strategic battles.
by Rainier on Sept. 7, 2007 @ 6:33 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Take-Two announced that it has sold all of the assets it owned of Joytech video game accessories subsidiary to Mad Catz Interactive for approximately $3.7 million, reflecting Take-Two's previously announced plans to divest its non-core businesses.
by Rainier on Sept. 7, 2007 @ 6:31 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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SEGA's Sonic Riders: Zero Gravity is a fast-paced new Sonic racing game created by Sonic team that takes Sonic into never-before seen worlds with edge-of-your-seat racing intensity and all-new gravity controlling moves.
by Rainier on Sept. 7, 2007 @ 5:31 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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BioShock will forever change the expectations for the FPS going beyond run and gun corridors, monster-closet AIs and static worlds, creating a living, unique and unpredictable FPS experience. 2K Games has issued a first patch for the X360 edition improves loading autosaves, overall game stability, corrects audio during title menu loading, and addresses AI behaviors regarding use of health stations. If your game stutters, clear the hd cache.
by Rainier on Sept. 7, 2007 @ 4:52 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Are you a sports trivia nut? Think you know more sports facts than anyone else? Get ready to prove it! EA Sports GameShow is a new online sports trivia game giving players the opportunity to compete against sports fans from around the nation with a live game show host.
by Rainier on Sept. 7, 2007 @ 4:50 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Death to Spies was the name of a set of counterintelligence departments in the Soviet Army formed during WWII. Their mission was to secure the rear of the active Red Army by arresting traitors, deserters, spies and criminal elements. During the war these agents became the main force combating the German intelligence service.
by Rainier on Sept. 7, 2007 @ 4:47 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Become Mario as he traverses a galaxy of gravities, traveling in and out of gravitational fields by blasting from planet to planet. Players experience dizzying perspective shifts as they run upside down through wild alien worlds that need to be seen to be believed.
by Rainier on Sept. 7, 2007 @ 4:22 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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The epic saga continues with Halo 3, in this third chapter of the Halo trilogy, Master Chief returns to finish the fight, bringing the epic conflict between the Covenant, the Flood, and the entire human race to a dramatic, pulse-pounding climax. As part of the "First to Play/First to Own" promotion, Xbox and Pontiac announced that gamers will have the chance to play “Halo 3” for the first time at one of two events planned in San Francisco and New York City next week.
by Rainier on Sept. 7, 2007 @ 4:15 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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The Game Factory is publishing a new animated high-tech action-adventure series, Code Lyoko, based on the fourth season of the popular series.
by Rainier on Sept. 7, 2007 @ 4:13 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Saturday GameTap is launching a new episode in Myst Online: Uru Live, Familiar Voices. Players can continue the journey that has already featured all-new puzzles, all-new Ages, and brand new storylines.
by Rainier on Sept. 7, 2007 @ 4:10 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Mercury Games has expanded its Zen Games series with two new titles from Japanese publisher Ertain BV. “Aquarium by DS” and “Fantasy Aquarium by DS” both for the Nintendo DS are simulation games that allow the player to keep fish in a tank.
by Rainier on Sept. 7, 2007 @ 3:52 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Set in an international college environment where you can transfer from one country to the the next, Campus is an adventure and action based lifestyle simulation that will captivate everyone from the novice to the most avid gamers.
by Rainier on Sept. 7, 2007 @ 3:46 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Neverwinter Nights 2 is an RPG taking the player from the tiniest of villages into a sweeping tale of danger and war. Bioware has released a beta version of its upcoming v1.07 patch, only for the English edition of the game and requires you to have v1.06, and includes bug fixes, improvements and even some new features.
by Rainier on Sept. 7, 2007 @ 3:41 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Conspiracy Entertainment Europe announced that it has secured the publishing rights to Dragon's Lair, and will be releasing the original Dragon Lair and Dragon Lair II ‘Warp Time,’ as well as Space Ace for the NDS.