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'Metal Slug XX' (PSP) Revealed - New Screens

by Rainier on Nov. 17, 2009 @ 7:26 p.m. PST | Filed under News

SNK is preparing yet another installment in the long running frantic, fast-paced 2-D military arcade shooter series, this time a remake of PSOne game Metal Slug X released in 2001, but with added vehicles, over 70 missions, and ad-hoc co-op support.

'Metal Gear Online' (PS3) 24-Hour Survival Challenge Announced

by Rainier on Nov. 17, 2009 @ 6:41 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Metal Gear Online is a dedicated online game featuring characters, weaponry and levels taken from and inspired by Metal Gear Solid 4, allowing up to 16 people to play simultaneously.

Various Game Trailers #1733

by Rainier on Nov. 17, 2009 @ 6:24 p.m. PST | 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:

  • Just Cause 2 [PS3/X360/PC] - Can I Get A Witness Trailer
  • Dante's Inferno [ALL] - Cinematic Story Trailer
  • Assassin's Creed II [ALL] - Launch Trailer
  • Crime Scene [NDS] - Trailer #2
  • Black Mirror 2 [PC] - Trailer #3
  • Darksiders [ALL] - Joe Madureira Interview Trailer #2
  • Star Trek Online - Trailer (2)

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

'Assassin's Creed II' (ALL) Debuts New Uplay Service

by Rainier on Nov. 17, 2009 @ 4:19 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Ubisoft announced that players of Assassin's Creed II on the PS3 and Xbox 360 will be able to use the in-game interface to connect directly to the Uplay betam, which will also be available for AC II PC at launch.

'WonderKing' (PC) - 9 New Screens

by Rainier on Nov. 17, 2009 @ 3:58 p.m. PST | Filed under News

WonderKing is a free-to-play MMO offering the ability to acquire tools, weapons and mounts from the item mall, challenge the demonic forces of Valron in real-time combat, and strive to become the Wonderking who'll bring light to the shadows of darkness.

'The Sims 3' - v1.6.6 Patch Available NOW

by Rainier on Nov. 17, 2009 @ 3:22 p.m. PST | Filed under News

The Sims 3 gives you the freedom to create unique Sims and immerse them in your own living neighborhood of endless possibility!

'Pro Evolution Soccer 2010' - v1.02 Patch Available NOW

by Rainier on Nov. 17, 2009 @ 3:17 p.m. PST | Filed under News

PES 2010 will benefit from the most exhaustive raft of new features in the series’ history, with every aspect of the game benefiting from key improvements and major gameplay additions.

Activision Unveils New Sledgehammer Games Studio

by Rainier on Nov. 17, 2009 @ 2:44 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Activision announced the appointments of former Visceral Games execs Glen A. Schofield as VP/GM and Michael Condrey as VP/COO of its newest internal studio Sledgehammer Games, currently developing a new, unannounced title.

'Rage of the Gladiator' (Wii) Shows Off Master Yee - Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on Nov. 17, 2009 @ 2:30 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Rage of the Gladiator is a first person fantasy fighting game where you control a gladiator, fighting for your life in an arena. Armed with your magical warhammer and a trusty shield, you must defeat fantastic bosses including a Chimera, Beholder, and a Dragon.

'The Saboteur' (ALL) Developer Not Shut Down But Layoffs & Relocation Confirmed

by Rainier on Nov. 17, 2009 @ 12:14 p.m. PST | Filed under News

A new open-world environment stealth-action thriller, The Saboteur is set against the dramatic backdrop of occupied France and based on a true story, the personal tale of one man’s fight to find and kill the Nazi thugs who murdered his friends. Earlier rumors, confirmed by Pandemic's Drew Marlower, are said to be untrue according to EA, who claims the developer is not being shut down, just a mix of layoffs and being relocated to EALA, where it will continue to exist.

'R.U.S.E.' Extended Multiplayer VIP Beta Starts Nov. 30

by Rainier on Nov. 17, 2009 @ 11:08 a.m. PST | Filed under News

In R.U.S.E., players use their brain as the ultimate weapon, fighting a war of perception, where the ability to deceive and mislead the enemy determines success. A first in a strategy game, R.U.S.E. reinvigorates the genre by using deception to give new-found depth to the gameplay.

'Lock On: Flaming Cliffs 2.0' Announced - Screens

by Rainier on Nov. 17, 2009 @ 10:51 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Lock On is the only modern day flight simulation game to combine high fidelity with a broad choice of aircraft. The game is filled with action-packed missions, realistic flight modeling and flexible game options that provide unlimited game play action to both beginner and veteran flight simulation fans.

'Dragon Age: Origins' (ALL) v1.01b Patch Available NOW

by Rainier on Nov. 17, 2009 @ 10:04 a.m. PST | 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.

'Lost Planet 2' (ALL) Pre-Order Adds Resident Evil Character, Revolver - New Screens

by Rainier on Nov. 17, 2009 @ 9:35 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Lost Planet 2's story has advanced beyond Wayne Holden as players will now follow the exploits of their own customized snow pirates on their quest to seize control of E.D.N III. Players will move their heroes through different stories creating a truly unique and interactive experience.

GamersGate Weekly Specials Nov. 17 - Nov. 23, 2009

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

Digital distribution outlet GamersGate announced that throughout November, each day there will be a “Paradox Interactive Daily Deal” offering discounts up to 70% off. This week Tropico Reloaded and Elven Legacy are both 50% off,  over the weekend Kings Bounty: The Legend, Sango 2 + Takeda 3 Bundle and Rush For Berlin Gold are all half price, while Evochron Legends is 20% cheaper.

Xbox 360 Rolls Out Facebook, Twitter, Last.fm and Zune Video Update - Screens

by Rainier on Nov. 17, 2009 @ 8:55 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Starting today, Facebook, Twitter, Last.fm and instant on HD video from Zune are available on Xbox 360 consoles, transforming Xbox LIVE into the largest social network connected to the TV with exclusive features custom-designed for the living room.

'Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2' (ALL) Russian Recall False, PC Version Neutered

by Rainier on Nov. 17, 2009 @ 8:49 a.m. PST | 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. Activision issued a statement saying that yesterday's Russian recall was not true, the console editions have not yet been released, but confirmed however that the PC version received a patch that removed the "No Russian" level.

Tuesday, November 17, 2009 Shipping Announcements

by Rainier on Nov. 17, 2009 @ 8:11 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:


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

'Coven' - New Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on Nov. 17, 2009 @ 7:54 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Coven is a point & click adventure game developed by Arberth Studios, known for 'Rhiannon: Curse of the Four Branches, a moving tragedy, unfolding through generations in Castle Avon, a small town steeped in Welsh history.

'Polar Panic' (PSN/XBLA) Announced - Screens

by Rainier on Nov. 17, 2009 @ 7:33 a.m. PST | Filed under News

In Polar Panic players control a bear named Polar who pushes and destroys snow and ice blocks around a grid-based environment in order to kill trapper enemies, activate switches, earn bonus points and gather powerful pickups, such as ‘Time Freeze’ or score bonuses and extra lives.

'Gratuitous Space Battles' Updated Demo Available NOW

by Rainier on Nov. 17, 2009 @ 7:08 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Gratuitous Space Battles is a strategy / management / simulation game that does away with all the base building and delays and gets straight to the meat and potatoes of science-fiction games: The big space battles fought by huge spaceships with tons of laser beams and things going 'zap!', 'ka-boom!' and 'ka-pow!'.

'Bonk: Brink of Extinction' (Wii/PS3/X360) - Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on Nov. 17, 2009 @ 7:05 a.m. PST | Filed under News

After years of hibernation, Bonk returns in the brand new game Bonk: Brink of Extinction, an updated version of the classic side scrolling adventure with 3D graphics, new enemies, online play and much more.

'Forza Motorsport 3' (X360) Rolls Out Hyundai Car Pack, Holiday Car Pack Coming Dec. 8

by Rainier on Nov. 17, 2009 @ 6:55 a.m. PST | 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.

Xbox 360 Review - 'Grand Theft Auto: Episodes from Liberty City'

by Brian Dumlao on Nov. 17, 2009 @ 4:00 a.m. PST | Filed under Reviews

As Luis Lopez, part-time hoodlum and full-time assistant to legendary nightclub impresario Tony Prince (aka "Gay Tony"), players will struggle with the competing loyalties of family and friends, and with the uncertainty about who is real and who is fake in a world in which everyone has a price.

'3D Dot Game Heroes' (PS3) Officially Announced - Screens

by Rainier on Nov. 17, 2009 @ 12:00 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Pixels rule again in the ultimate retro action-adventure game 3D Dot Game Heroes. Dripping with old school charm, classic gaming pizzazz, and pure retro sexy, 3D Dot Game Heroes is the ultimate homage to the industry's golden era.

'James Cameron's Avatar: The Game' (ALL) Developer Interview #2

by Adam Pavlacka on Nov. 17, 2009 @ 12:00 a.m. PST | Filed under Interviews

"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.

Sony PS3 v3.10 Firmware Release Imminent, Adds Facebook Support

by Rainier on Nov. 17, 2009 @ 12:00 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Sony is about to release a new v3.10 PS3 firmware update, which incorporates Facebook so you have the option for the PS3 to automatically update your Facebook News Feed with Trophy and PlayStation Store activity. This update also enables developers to set specific criteria in their titles to publish additional game information to your News Feed. You can then check out your updates, and those of your friends, on Facebook, Twitter, and other social media favorites.

On A Long Enough Timeline, The Survival Rate For Everyone Drops To Zero

by Rainier on Nov. 17, 2009 @ 12:00 a.m. PST | Filed under MOTD

Today should be another glorious day for gamers! Plenty of new games should be in stores, including the hot hot hot Assassin's Creed II, Left 4 Dead 2 and Resident Evil: The Darkside Chronicles (lightgun game! *drool*).

We have a Capcom event to attend this evening to check out one of the new titles, so that should be fun.

If I have some spare time during the day, I'm going to try the Avatar PC demo. I'm somewhat intrigued by the setting and lore, but at the same time, I'm afraid the overwhelming CGI will bring it all down. I hope I'm wrong because I do want to go see the movie, as well as 2012, A Christmas Carol, Planet 51 and The Road, to name a few.