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NetFlix Unable to Stream Sony-Owned Columbia Pictures Movies to Xbox

by Rainier on Nov. 18, 2008 @ 7:24 p.m. PST | Filed under News

The New Xbox Experience will give X360 owners a new experience that is fun, social and simple to use, and puts more entertainment at their fingertips than any other device connected to the TV. On the eve of the NXE rollout, Netflix confirmed that Columbia Pictures movies, owned by Sony, are unavailable for streaming through the Xbox 360, apparently due to licensing issues.

'Dynasty Warriors: GUNDAM 2' (PS2/PS3/X360) - 13 New Screens

by Rainier on Nov. 18, 2008 @ 4:55 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Dynasty Warriors: GUNDAM 2 combines the devastating power of the Mobile Suit, the rich legacy of the GUNDAM universe and the furious Tactical Action game play of the Dynasty Warriors series. The game will thrust players into incredible battles against legions of enemy Mobile Suits on distant planetary surfaces and in the far reaches of outer space.

'The Chronicles of Spellborn' Gets Delayed, Beta, And New Release Date

by Rainier on Nov. 18, 2008 @ 4:52 p.m. PST | Filed under News

The Chronicles of Spellborn is an MMORPG set in the Enclave of the Five Sacrifices. Developed by Dutch studio Spellborn, previously known for Alpha Black Zero, it uses the Unreal 2.5 Engine.

Various Game Trailers #1481

by Rainier on Nov. 18, 2008 @ 4:48 p.m. PST | 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:

  • WWII Battle Tanks: T-34 vs Tiger [PC] - Gameplay Trailer
  • Martial Arts: Capoeira [NDS/PSP/PS2/Wii/PC] - Gameplay Trailer #2
  • Super Street Fighter II Turbo HD Remix [ALL] - Round 2 Trailer
  • F.E.A.R. 2: Project Origin [ALL] - Behind the Scenes Trailer #2


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

'Super Street Fighter II Turbo HD Remix' (ALL) Coming to PSN/XBL Next Week

by Rainier on Nov. 18, 2008 @ 4:31 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Super Street Fighter II Turbo HD Remix will make its downloadable debut on the XBLA and PSN by utilizing the original game code, while creating a fresh upgraded experience with new artwork and high resolution 1080p graphics.

'Way of the Samurai 3' (PS3) - New Screens

by Rainier on Nov. 18, 2008 @ 4:27 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Acquire is developing the next installment in the Way of the Samurai franchise, currently only scheduled for release in Japan this fall. Way of the Samurai 3 will feature over 100 weapons for you to wield in defense of the poor, lonely, while fending off rivaling samurai clans.

'MLB Dugout Heroes' Announced, Signs MLB License

by Rainier on Nov. 18, 2008 @ 4:08 p.m. PST | Filed under News

GamesCampus has signed a licensing agreement with MLB Advanced Media, granting it the right to incorporate official Major League Baseball league and club marks and logos, MLB ballpark images and more in its upcoming micro-transaction based online baseball game, MLB Dugout Heroes.

Next 'Age of Conan' Update to Add DirectX 10 Features

by Rainier on Nov. 18, 2008 @ 1:58 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Age of Conan is an Online Action RPG, mixing a deep, story-driven single-player experience and a massive and brutal multiplayer end-game that brings forth the ultimate representation of the Age of Conan. Having released a big content update earlier this month, Funcom revealed that the next update will include the long awaited DirectX 10 features, as well as two new dungeon locations, although no target date was given.

Tecmo Merger With KOEI to be Finalized in April 2009, $207 Million Price Tag

by Rainier on Nov. 18, 2008 @ 1:53 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Koei revealed today that its merger with Tecmo, known for the Ninja Gaiden and Dead or Alive series, will be completed by April 2009, as it plans to acquire Tecmo's shares for $207 million and will then henceforth operate under the Tecmo Koei Holdings label. Earlier this year, Tecmo turned down an offer from Square Enix.

'Bratland' Revealed - Screens

by Rainier on Nov. 18, 2008 @ 1:47 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Bratland is a remake of the 1991 classic Amiga/Atari ST game Brat, where you must guide a baby, Nathan, through levels with features such as dynamite, bridges and holes. You do this indirectly, by specifying which direction he goes in, in a manner vaguely similar to Lemmings. You also tell him when to use objects in a simplistic manner similar to the Dizzy games.

'The King of Fighters XII' (ALL) Officially Announced

by Rainier on Nov. 18, 2008 @ 11:23 a.m. PST | Filed under News

For the first time in the 15 year history of this 3-on-3 fighter game, The King of Fighters XII has undergone a complete graphical overhaul. All sprites used over the past 14 years have been dropped and replaced with new 2D high definition, high resolution sprites, on detailed 2D backgrounds, drawn 100% by hand.

'Football Director DS' (NDS) - Screens

by Rainier on Nov. 18, 2008 @ 11:20 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Football Director DS brings all of the tactical and strategic depth that's expected of a contemporary football management game to Nintendo's handheld console. The game's authenticity is strengthened by its official Football League license.

'Officers' - v1.1 Patch Available NOW

by Rainier on Nov. 18, 2008 @ 11:12 a.m. PST | Filed under News

The non-linear plot of Officers preserves the established facts of the origins of WWII and allows gamers to lead any of three sides to victory: USSR, Germany and Allies (GB and USA). The game recreates the real structures of all participants' armies, using the real arsenal, equipment and military techniques. This patch fixes an issue with the editor not launching.

'Little Magician's Magic Adventure' (NDS) Announced

by Rainier on Nov. 18, 2008 @ 11:05 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Konami's Little Magician's Magic Adventure is a unique combination of an adventure game and simulation RPG where players are tasked with attending classes in Magic Academy while learning the mysteries of magic and the art of casting spells while building relationships with other students.

'Biology Battle' (X360) - 10 New Screens

by Rainier on Nov. 18, 2008 @ 10:57 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Biology Battle is a unique take on the classic space shooter genre. Take control of a medical nanobot during it’s mission inside of a target cell. Avoid the cell’s defenses, and survive long enough to complete your mission. And then it only gets nastier...

'Anno 1404' (PC) Accepting Beta Sign-ups, Commences Early 2009

by Rainier on Nov. 18, 2008 @ 9:46 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Set in the Orient, Anno 1404 offers a richness of features never before seen. Exploring a strange and fascinating island world in the utmost East, players will get to know the culture and technology of the ancient Orient while learning the tricks of local trade, diplomacy and economy in order to build their own metropolis. Ubisoft is now accepting sign-ups for the closed beta test, which will start in Jan. 2009.

'Crysis Wars' - v1.2 Patch Available NOW

by Rainier on Nov. 18, 2008 @ 9:40 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Crysis Wars is the multiplayer component for Crytek's FPS Crysis Warhead and features three modes, 21 maps, vehicles and more. This v1.2 patch fixes various problems, but mainly addresses balancing issues.

'Resident Evil ReBirth' (Wii) - New Screens

by Rainier on Nov. 18, 2008 @ 9:39 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Capcom is working on bringing the original Gamecube (based on the 1996 PSOne game) title in the Resident Evil series to the Wii. Currently only scheduled for a December release in Japan, the port will add no new content or features, apart from making it compatible with the Wiimote controls.

PS3/X360 Preview - 'Eat Lead: The Return of Matt Hazard'

by Alicia on Nov. 18, 2008 @ 9:00 a.m. PST | Filed under Previews

Offering an original story line and an off-the-wall cast of characters, D3Publisher's third-person shooter Eat Lead: The Return of Matt Hazard parodies some of the most beloved genres of games and pop culture.

Good Old Games Signs Epic's Unreal Games for Digital Distribution

by Rainier on Nov. 18, 2008 @ 8:41 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Good Old Games announced an agreement with Epic Games, Inc. that will bring several titles in the renowned studio’s Unreal series to GOG.com, DRM-free of course.

Gaming PC Market Bigger Than Thought, And Growing

by Rainier on Nov. 18, 2008 @ 6:05 a.m. PST | Filed under News

A recent study by Jon Peddie Research (JPR) estimated that the total market value for PC gaming hardware in 2008 was just over $20 billion, which will grow to over $34 billion by 2012, with an additional $6 billion in software and services sales.

'Blood of Bahamut' (NDS) Revealed - Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on Nov. 18, 2008 @ 5:11 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Blood of Bahamut is an RPG is set in the world of Altail, where people inhabit countries built on the back of long sleeping giants who are considered their gods. When the giants awaken and grow violent, all peace is lost. Thinking that they’ve been forsaken by their gods, people begin to flee their towns, leaving only seven warriors to restore the peace.

National Geographic Launches Games Division

by Rainier on Nov. 18, 2008 @ 4:31 a.m. PST | Filed under News

National Geographic announced the formation of National Geographic Games (NGG), a division that will publish and develop games across major gaming console, handheld, online and mobile platforms.

'Iron Chef America: Supreme Cuisine' (NDS/Wii) - New Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on Nov. 18, 2008 @ 4:29 a.m. PST | Filed under News

In Iron Chef America: Supreme Cuisine players battle through a series fast-paced and intense culinary challenges. Each victory advances players closer to a final showdown that will determine who will reign supreme as the next Iron Chef America.

'Bruiser and Scratch' (Wii) Announced

by Rainier on Nov. 18, 2008 @ 4:08 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Bruiser and Scratch is a unique take on a matching puzzle game where the player controls one of the heroes in each level and progressively unravels the puzzle by pushing life-sized pieces around.

Tuesday, November 18, 2008 Shipping Announcements

by Rainier on Nov. 18, 2008 @ 2:42 a.m. PST | 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:

'FunFair Party' (Wii) - Screens

by Rainier on Nov. 18, 2008 @ 2:08 a.m. PST | Filed under News

FunFair Party assembles a variety of 23 Funfair themed mini-games for the Nintendo Wii. From simple target shooting to memory and reflex games inside or outside the circus tent, Tivoli Party provides hours of fun and challenge for every member of the family.

PS3 Review - 'LittleBigPlanet'

by Jesse Littlefield on Nov. 18, 2008 @ 2:01 a.m. PST | Filed under Reviews

LittleBigPlanet is a community-based game where players meet on a blue and green planet scattered with individual plots, and use their character's amazing abilities to play, create and share what they build with other gamers all over the world via PSN.

'SPRay' (Wii) Gets Delayed - 20 New Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on Nov. 18, 2008 @ 1:57 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Players will soak in the action in SPRay by playing a spirited Prince named Ray who must save his village from a banished evil Queen who’s returned to capture and enslave the villagers.

NDS Review - 'Rhapsody: A Musical Adventure'

by Matt Olsen on Nov. 18, 2008 @ 1:05 a.m. PST | Filed under Reviews

A remake of Atlus/Nippon Ichi's 2000 PlayStation title, Rhapsody: A Musical Adventure is a music-based RPG, where cutscenes are replaced by musical numbers, complete with vocals, high-res 2D sprites, and more features than ever before.

Crytek Opens Up Shop in Korea

by Rainier on Nov. 18, 2008 @ 12:03 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Crytek announced that it has set up shop in South-Korea, led by gaming industry veteran Young Mok Park. The team will expand Crytek's business into Asian markets, starting with Crytek's engine licensing business, with a dedicated engine support team for their existing and new partners in Korea and Asia.

'Hired Guns: The Jagged Edge' - 11 New Screens

by Rainier on Nov. 18, 2008 @ 12:02 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Hired Guns: The Jagged Edge is a game that best describes the life of risk and danger that you’ll lead in this action-packed turn-based tactical game where you’ll be in control of leading a group of seasoned mercenaries through the African countryside.

'My Horse & Me: Riding for Gold' (NDS/Wii) Coming to North America - Trailer

by Rainier on Nov. 18, 2008 @ 12:01 a.m. PST | Filed under News

My Horse & Me: Riding for Gold, features competitions and courses based in actual US and European locations, realistic riding animations and models, extensive training, grooming, and vet activities, as well as custom horse and rider modes.