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'Bayonetta' (ALL) - 28 New Screens

by Rainier on Oct. 23, 2009 @ 6:24 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Bayonetta is a stylish and cinematic action game, directed by Hideki Kamiya. A witch with powers beyond the comprehension of mere mortals, Bayonetta faces-off against countless angelic enemies, many reaching epic proportions, in a game of 100% pure, unadulterated all-out action.

'Torchlight' Goes Gold

by Rainier on Oct. 23, 2009 @ 6:21 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Runic Games' Torchlight is an adventure-themed action-MMORPG which emphasizes a simple and intuitive interface, fast and furious action, and a colorful and compelling game world.

Various Game Trailers #1719

by Rainier on Oct. 23, 2009 @ 6:15 p.m. PDT | Filed under Trailers

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:

  • Drakensang: The River Of Time [PC] - Intro Trailer
  • We Sing [Wii] - Trailer
  • Fairytale Fights [PS3/X360] - Chainsaw Massacre Trailer
  • Dead to Rights: Retribution [PS3/X360] - Combat Dev Diary Trailer
  • NCAA Basketball 10 [ALL] - Motion Offense Trailer

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

'Age of Conan' Lowers Subscription Prices

by Rainier on Oct. 23, 2009 @ 5:11 p.m. PDT | 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. Funcom has changed its subscription options lowering the prices between 20 and 45%, depending on what plan you choose.

'Resonance of Fate' (ALL) - New Screens

by Rainier on Oct. 23, 2009 @ 5:05 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Resonance of Fate redefines the RPG genre with a unique storyline, stylized graphics, an emphasis on realistic gunplay engrossing action, customizable weapons, and memorable characters, taking players far beyond the boundaries of the typical RPG.

'Uncharted 2: Among Thieves' (PS3) DLC Coming Before Year's End

by Rainier on Oct. 23, 2009 @ 4:58 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Fortune hunter Nathan Drake returns in Uncharted 2: Among Thieves, Naughty Dog's blistering PS3 exclusive 3rd person action adventure shooter. Naughty Dog creative director Amy Hennig revealed in a recent interview that DLC is being worked on, and before year's end fans will have new new maps, new characters, some free, others premium.

'Star Ocean The Last Hope: International' (PS3) - Screens

by Rainier on Oct. 23, 2009 @ 4:49 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Science fiction and fantasy meld in this continuation of tri-Ace Inc.'s RPG franchise. The refined gameplay features team-oriented combat, while improving upon the innovative real-time battle system that has become a trademark of the Star Ocean franchise.

'Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Arcade Attack' (NDS) Gets Release Date - Trailer

by Rainier on Oct. 23, 2009 @ 1:34 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

TMNT: Arcade Attack is a side-scrolling beat-em-up game, a tribute to the coin-op classics that made the Turtles legends. Clean up the crime-riddled streets of NYC as Shredder stands poised to take over the city—and only you can rally the might of the ninja brothers to put a stop to the threat in the present and the future...

'Modern Warfare 2' (ALL) Integrates Steamworks, Adds Achievements, Cloud Support

by Rainier on Oct. 23, 2009 @ 1:24 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Modern Warfare 2 continues the gripping and heart-racing saga with an unprecedented level of action as players face off against a new threat dedicated to bringing the world to the brink of collapse.

'Final Fantasy XIII' (PS3/X360) - 8 New Screens

by Rainier on Oct. 23, 2009 @ 1:19 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

FF XIII provides tangible, intuitive controls while delivering seamless transitions between real-time gameplay and stunning in-game cinematics. The latest in cutting-edge technology has been utilized in development of Final Fantasy XIII, thus making this newest addition to the Final Fantasy series worthy of the title next generation.

'iCarly' (NDS/Wii) Best Buy Pre-Order Incentive

by Rainier on Oct. 23, 2009 @ 1:12 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

In iCarly the possibilities are truly endless as players help Carly, Sam, Freddie and the other characters from Nickelodeon's TV series craft all-new webisodes of the show in an original storyline designed specifically for the game.

'Dragon Age: Origins' (ALL) Goes Gold - Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on Oct. 23, 2009 @ 11:33 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Dragon Age: Origins represents BioWare’s return to its roots, delivering a fusion of elements from existing fantasy works with emotionally-driven narrative, heart-pounding combat, powerful magic abilities and credible digital actors.

'Cho Aniki Zero' (PSP) Announced - Screens

by Rainier on Oct. 23, 2009 @ 10:02 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Cho Aniki Zero gives players the chance to take part in an epic struggle alongside heroes Idaten and Benten as they blast through the muscle-bounded forces of Emperor Balzac II. Cho Aniki Zero brings manliness back to the old-school shoot-em-up genre and, warps it to another dimension of sights and sounds.

'Battleswarm: Field of Honor' Free Item Giveaway And Tournament

by Rainier on Oct. 23, 2009 @ 9:55 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Battleswarm simultaneously pits FPS vs. RTS players in this genre-busting online PC game. Players choose between team-based, first-person action, representing individual, elite soldiers or acting as the supreme commander of an alien task force, managing hundreds of alien bugs from a real-time strategy point of view.

'Mimana Iyar Chronicles' (PSP) Coming to North America - Screens

by Rainier on Oct. 23, 2009 @ 9:47 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Mimana Iyar Chronicles blends the traditional RPG elements of vast map exploration and treacherous dungeon spelunking. Engage in fast-paced battles in a quasi-3D environment where you control the character’s movement and actions, and strategically command your party to turn the tide of battle.

'King Arthur' Gets Release Date

by Rainier on Oct. 23, 2009 @ 9:38 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

King Arthur is a turn-based empire-building strategy game set in a medieval, mystical Britain where you will play the role of legendary Arthur, the Once and Future King. You build Camelot, enlist the Knights of the Round Table, unite the country and ultimately challenge the powers threatening the essence of all their previous endeavors.

'DC Universe Online' (PS3/PC) Unveils Bizarro - New Screens

by Rainier on Oct. 23, 2009 @ 9:31 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

SOE Austin is building a world where you feel like you've stepped into the DC Universe and become the ultimate super-hero (or villain) along side of Superman, Batman, or Ambush Bug.

Atlus Offering Classic PSP Titles As Digital Download On PSN

by Rainier on Oct. 23, 2009 @ 9:23 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Atlus U.S.A. titles are always hard to find at retail, and is now offering a number of titles from its PSP library as digital download via PlayStation Network: Crimson Gem Saga, Hammerin' Hero, Yggdra Union, Steambot Chronicles Battle Tournament, R-Type Command, and  Riviera: The Promised Land.

'Manic Monkey Mayhem' (Wii) Game Modes Detailed - New Screens

by Rainier on Oct. 23, 2009 @ 9:17 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Trained in the noble and ancient martial art of Banana Flinging, players control one of eight of these finely honed monkeys as together you do battle with up to seven other simians across eight different themed landscapes.

'Order of War' Rolls Out Pre-Order Items As Free DLC

by Rainier on Oct. 23, 2009 @ 9:11 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Order of War features massive scale battles brought to life with a cinematic intensity never seen before in a WWII strategy game. Players take command of an entire army including ground troops, artillery, tank divisions and aircraft in all out strategic assaults.

'James Cameron's Avatar: The Game' (ALL) - Screens

by Rainier on Oct. 23, 2009 @ 7:44 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

"Avatar" is the story of an ex-Marine who finds himself thrust into hostilities on an alien planet filled with exotic life forms. As an Avatar, a human mind in an alien body, he finds himself torn between two worlds, in a desperate fight for his own survival and that of the indigenous people.

'Rock Band' (ALL) to Get Rob Zombie, Wolfmother, Morningwood, And More

by Rainier on Oct. 23, 2009 @ 7:35 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Rock Band 2 builds upon the original to introduce co-op band gameplay, multiple instruments, online multiplayer, unparalleled downloadable content and raises the bar by delivering an entirely new level of depth, connectivity, authenticity and features.

Xbox 360 Review - 'MagnaCarta 2'

by Chris "Atom" DeAngelus on Oct. 23, 2009 @ 5:46 a.m. PDT | Filed under Reviews

MagnaCarta 2 introduces an original new storyline driven by intense themes of love, hate, politics, betrayal and the ultimate question of choosing one's own fate. Players are immersed in the world of the Lanzheim Continent, a conflict-ridden land deeply divided by a fierce civil war.

'Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2' (ALL) - 5 New Screens

by Rainier on Oct. 23, 2009 @ 5:34 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Modern Warfare 2 continues the gripping and heart-racing saga with an unprecedented level of action as players face off against a new threat dedicated to bringing the world to the brink of collapse.

'Forza Motorsport 3' (X360) Preps Launch With New Community Features - Trailer

by Rainier on Oct. 23, 2009 @ 5:17 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Forza Motorsport 3 unites the racing game genre, making it possible for everyone to experience the thrill of more than 400 of the world’s most exotic and exquisite cars on over 100 renowned real-world tracks and exotic road courses from around the globe.

Friday, October 23, 2009 Shipping Announcements

by Rainier on Oct. 23, 2009 @ 5:01 a.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:


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

'Sengoku Basara Samurai Heroes' (Wii/PS3) - 28 New Screens

by Rainier on Oct. 23, 2009 @ 4:52 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Set during a tumultuous period of Japanese history, Sengoku Basara Samurai Heroes follows players as they fight their way to the dramatic battle of Sekigahara. Players will take up the swords and spears of more than a dozen fierce samurai warriors in huge battles against hundreds of opponents in many exciting stages that lead up to the main event.

Good Old Games Bundles Patrician, Commandos, Offers JoWood Games On The Cheap

by Rainier on Oct. 23, 2009 @ 4:38 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

This week Good Old Games has launched a JoWooD cataologue promo in which you can grab some great titles with a 30% discount, such as Painkiller Black, Spellforce Platinum, Gothic 2 Gold ($6.99) and The Nations Gold ($4.19).  In addition two new bundles are available, Patrician 1+2 ($5.99) and Commandos 2+3 ($9.99), all Vista compatible and DRM free.

NDS Review - 'Roogoo Attack!'

by Aaron "Istanbul" Swersky on Oct. 23, 2009 @ 4:28 a.m. PDT | Filed under Reviews

Save Planet Roo and all its citizens from the evil Meemos by guiding differently shaped meteors that sustain and feed life to the planet. Rotate floating land masses to allow meteors to pass through safely. Use quick reflexes to navigate obstacles and complete the levels.

'Marvel: Ultimate Alliance 2' (ALL) DLC Adds Cable - Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on Oct. 23, 2009 @ 4:15 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Marvel: Ultimate Alliance 2 features a deep, rich gameplay experience by offering total team customization, where players create their own team name, icon and vehicle, as well as establish their team reputation as they play throughout the story.

'Blood Bowl' (ALL) to Add Dark Elves As Free DLC

by Rainier on Oct. 23, 2009 @ 4:12 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Blood Bowl, based on Games Workshop's board game, is a "game" of American football played by the insane warriors of the fantasy Warhammer universe, allowing you to create and manage teams that will take part in epic battles where fair play is for sissies.

'History Egypt: Engineering an Empire' (ALL) Announced - Screens

by Rainier on Oct. 23, 2009 @ 4:06 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

History Egypt: Engineering an Empire allows players to build their own empire from the foundation to the height of its power. Acting as the leader of a territory from the Egyptian Empire, players manage all aspects of its rise, from economic growth to political power, the development of armies, and expansion into other regions by methods such as war and diplomacy.

'Spice Road' Announced

by Rainier on Oct. 23, 2009 @ 3:59 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Spice Road is a trading and city management game. A rich plot drives the single player campaign, and a sandbox mode, easy to mod data tables and lua scripting lets the play continue beyond the campaign.

'Kingdom Hearts: Birth by Sleep' (PSP) - 14 New Screens

by Rainier on Oct. 23, 2009 @ 12:00 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Set in the distant past, Kingdom Hearts Birth by Sleep is a single-player focused tale of a new trio of heroes, told across three scenarios. New features will be introduced on top of the traditional controls, game system, and visual style of its predecessors.

'Killing Floor' Rolls Out Free Level Up Content, Adds Maps, Weapons And More

by Rainier on Oct. 23, 2009 @ 12:00 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Killing Floor is a first-person co-op survival horror, set in and around London after a mad scientist’s “specimens” have broken loose and gone on the rampage. Tripwire has released  the “Level Up” Free Content pack, adding 3 new maps, a new Perk, increased Perk levels, a new specimen and 7 new weapons to the game.

'Armada 2526' Announced - Screens

by Rainier on Oct. 23, 2009 @ 12:00 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Armada 2526 is a space-based blend of addictive turn-based strategy and intense real time space battles. You guide your race from its first interstellar journeys, until it becomes a mighty galactic empire. Along the way, you'll explore the galaxy, conduct research, diplomacy and trade, found new colonies, maneuver mighty star fleets, and fight epic battles.

'Halo 3: ODST' (X360) Game With Insane Clown Posse Fame

by Rainier on Oct. 23, 2009 @ 12:00 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Halo 3: ODST lets people experience events leading up to the epic story told in Halo 3 through the eyes of an Orbital Drop Shock Trooper, as they search for clues leading to the whereabouts of their scattered squad and the motivations behind the Covenant's invasion of New Mombasa.

Impulse Oct 22 - Oct 25, 2009 Weekend Sale

by Rainier on Oct. 23, 2009 @ 12:00 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Stardock's digital distribution platform, Impulse, is having its weekend sale, knocking 50% off the regular price on Red Faction Guerrilla, Elven Legacy, 25% off  Call of Duty Modern Warfare (now $38.50), dropping the price on a slew of titles like AI War: Fleet Command, Pahelika, Gratuitous Space Battles, Restaurant EmpireNemesis of the Roman Empire, Warlords Battlecry III, Baseball Mogul 2008 and Capitalism II.

It Doesn't Matter If You Win Or Lose, It's What You Do With Your Dancin' Shoes

by Rainier on Oct. 23, 2009 @ 12:00 a.m. PDT | Filed under MOTD

Lots of interesting stuff happening yesterday: League of Legends open beta, Star Trek Online beta sign-ups, Modern Warfare 2 coupon, and the launch of the Dragon Age web game. Speaking of launches, Windows 7 is being rolled out, and I must admit, I have been testing it for a few months now and like it. It's definitely an improvement over Vista, that's for sure.

TV-wise, I watched Criminal Minds and NCIS Los Angeles, but not one of the episodes of the latter has matched the promise of the pilot episode, so I'm considering dropping it soon. We also picked up a new series through Netflix, Flashpoint, which stars Enrico Colantoni (AKA Veronica Mars' dad) and follows a SWAT-type unit. It's pretty good so far, and I'm liking it better than NCIS: Los Angeles.

As it's Friday, we're one step away from the weekend, and since we don't have any specific plans, I think I'll do some hardcore CrimeCraft grinding in anticipation of next week's patch and free-2-play launch, which surely will bring in plenty of n00bs ready for me to plow through with my LMG.