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'Champions Online' (X360/PC) - New Screens

by Rainier on April 13, 2009 @ 5:14 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Champions Online is an MMORPG based on the popular pen-and-paper Champions RPG, giving players the power of total customization of their hero experience while they explore a vast universe of richly detailed 3D environments.

Various Game Trailers #1580

by Rainier on April 13, 2009 @ 5:10 p.m. PDT | 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:

  • Free Realms [PS3/PC] - Trailer (2)
  • Red Faction: Guerrilla [ALL] - Tools of Destruction Trailer (2)
  • Terminator Salvation: The Videogame [ALL] - Trailer #6


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

It's Good to Have An NDS When You're a Mariners Fan

by Rainier on April 13, 2009 @ 5:09 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Nintendo has joined forces with ESPN to deliver enhanced interactive features to the Nintendo Fan Network, including ESPN’s up-to-the-minute news and analysis, closed-captioning of PA announcements, access information, chat with other fans and even order concessions, all delivered through an exclusive Wi-Fi network.

Konami Gamers Night 2009 Lineup - Screens & Trailers

by Rainier on April 13, 2009 @ 4:59 p.m. PDT | Filed under Konami Gamers' Day - Konami Gamers' Night 2009

Check out the following new screens from Konami's Gamers Night 2009:

Netflix Spreading its Wings, Coming to Other Consoles

by Rainier on April 13, 2009 @ 4:59 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Last year, Microsoft added Netflix streaming movie support to the Xbox 360, and earlier this year revealed that over one million Netflix users are currently using the service through their consoles. A new job listing, however, seems to indicate that Netflix won't be exclusive to the Xbox 360 for much longer, as it is looking to recruit an engineering leader with deep experience developing and testing media-rich applications on current-generation gaming consoles. This seems to substantiate recent rumors that Netflix would be coming to the PS3 and Wii.

'Battlestations: Pacific' (X360/PC) - 10 New Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on April 13, 2009 @ 3:49 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Battlestations: Pacific features a massive U.S. and Japanese single player campaign that offers a unique blend of action and strategy. Players must plan their moves carefully on huge open-world arenas and fight in the air, above sea and underwater to relive some of the most hard-fought battles in WWII history.

'NHL 09' (PS2/PS3/X360/PC) Predicts Stanley Cup Winner

by Rainier on April 13, 2009 @ 3:40 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

NHL 09 takes to the ice with improved Skill Stick System controls and the new Defensive Skill Stick, while adding depth and new features designed to help newcomers jump into the series, or show off your skills with the new Be A Pro mode. An NHL 09 simulation predicts that the Boston Bruins will win the Stanley Cup for the first time in 37 years,

'EA Sports Active' (Wii) - Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on April 13, 2009 @ 3:29 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Do you find there are too few hours in the day to run a household, hold down a job and fit in a workout? Or, are you just getting bored of the same old fitness routine? EA Sports Active is a new customizable and personalized fitness product that will get you motivated to move in the comfort of your home.

'NBA Live 09' (ALL) Game With Bow Wow Fame

by Rainier on April 13, 2009 @ 3:24 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

NBA Live 09 sports new features like Pick and Roll Control, Defensive Lockdown Control, Signature Playcalling and Quickstrike Ankle-Breakers that will make the game experience fun from beginning to end. Additionally, NBA Live 09 takes you to training camp with the NBA Academy that gives you a chance to hone your skills.

'Super Robot Taisen OG Saga: Endless Frontier' (NDS) - 10 New Screens

by Rainier on April 13, 2009 @ 3:20 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Super Robot Taisen OG Saga: Endless Frontier is a sci-fi/fantasy-action RPG side story of the Super Robot Taisen Original Generation games. Embark on a journey across the fascinating worlds of the Endless Frontier along with robots, were-people, mermaids, demons, and humans all living with each other in harmony... more or less.

'Aion: The Tower of Eternity' Gets Release Date, In China

by Rainier on April 13, 2009 @ 3:08 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Aion is the ultimate MMORPG with strengthened interaction between players, consisting 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.

'Fight Night Round 4' (ALL) More Boxers, Date Revealed - Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on April 13, 2009 @ 1:41 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Promising to revolutionize the fighting genre, Fight Night Round 4 features an all new physics based gameplay engine that brings the most authentic interpretation of the sweet science to the video game world. The action inside the ring will be faster than ever, delivering a true representation of the sport's incredible speed, accuracy, timing, and power.

'Open Fire Gold' - Demo Available NOW

by Rainier on April 13, 2009 @ 1:24 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

BlueGill Studios' Open Fire Gold is an arcade-like military shoot'em-up, that'll have you uncontrollably wasting hours of time.

'Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs' (ALL) - Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on April 13, 2009 @ 11:49 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs reunites fans with Scrat, Sid, Manny and Diego in an all-new quest based on the upcoming film. As the unlikely herd travels across the tundra and beyond, they stumble upon another world - a lush Dinosaur World teeming with jungles, mysterious plants, fierce dinosaurs, wild new adventures and several new friends.

'inFamous' (PS3) to be Ready Ahead of Time, Reveals Demo Date

by Rainier on April 13, 2009 @ 11:39 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

inFamous is an open-ended, free-roaming game puts you in the shoes of Cole, an everyday guy and urban explorer, in the aftermath of a huge disaster that destroys his hometown of Empire City. As Cole, you must first learn to use new found powers and then decide how you will use them. Originally scheduled for June, SCEA revealed it will now be ready on May 26, 2009.

'Titan Online' Prepping for Open Beta Late April

by Rainier on April 13, 2009 @ 10:58 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Titan Online, based upon Korean best-selling novel Mo Siang, is a free-to-play fusion MMORPG with heroic martial arts and mysterious robots that takes place in a spectacular fantasy world.

'Deca Sports 2' (Wii) Officially Announced - New Screens

by Rainier on April 13, 2009 @ 10:25 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Deca Sports 2, known in some parts of Europe as Sports Island 2, is an athletic offering, pulling together ten sporting events and pushing the player to their limits, fully using the Nunchuk/Wiimote to control your Mii like characters, including multiplayer.

'OutRun Online Arcade' (ALL) This Week's XBLA Title

by Rainier on April 13, 2009 @ 10:18 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

OutRun Online Arcade delivers online multiplayer racing for up to 6 players, with fast paced OutRun, Heart Attack and Time Attack modes, the draw to the open road has never been so appealing.

'Droplitz' (PSN/XBLA/PC) Announced - Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on April 13, 2009 @ 10:04 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Atlus U.S.A. has acquired the worldwide publishing rights for Droplitz, an addictive puzzler that's all about strategically twisting and connecting mismatched dials to save precious droplitz. Just making a single junction is child's play; can you master the art of the combo or will you let your pipes runneth over?

World Cyber Games Adds Seven New Titles to WCG 2009 Lineup

by Rainier on April 13, 2009 @ 10:00 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

World Cyber Games announced seven additional game titles which will be featured throughout 2009: FIFA 09, TrackMania Nations Forever, Carom3D and Red Stone, as well as mobile games Asphalt 4 and Wise Star2, and MMORPG Dungeon & Fighter as a Promotional Title.

'I Love Beauty: Hollywood Makeover' (NDS) Announced - Screens

by Rainier on April 13, 2009 @ 9:56 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

In I Love Beauty: Hollywood Makeover players style the stars as they select the most stunning outfits, accessories and the perfect makeup for all of the glamorous events around Hollywood.

'Deadline Games' In Financial Trouble, Closure Looming

by Rainier on April 13, 2009 @ 9:33 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Danish developer Deadline Games, known for the Watchmen: The End is Nigh game, is facing financial difficulties, according to a recent interview. CFO Christian Pedersen-Bjergaard revealed that at last month's GDC, Deadline Games tried to find a publisher for its title, Faith and a .45, but so far, the project has not been picked up. According to Pedersen-Bjergaard, the company needs a new project soon to avoid bankruptcy and being forced to shut down.

'Dynasty Warriors: GUNDAM 2' (ALL) - New Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on April 13, 2009 @ 9:23 a.m. PDT | 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.

'Command & Conquer Gold' - Unofficial v1.06b Patch Available NOW

by Rainier on April 13, 2009 @ 9:13 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

To celebrate the 12 year anniversary of the Command & Conquer franchise, EA has released the first C&C free of charge. Both the GDI and Nod campaigns are in ISO format, free for download. This v1.06b patch adds new missions, multi-language support, and various bug fixes and tweaks.

Take Two Signs 'Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey' License

by Rainier on April 13, 2009 @ 8:48 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

For the first time in the near 140-year history of Ringling Bros., the breathtaking thrills and timeless magic of this storied 'The Greatest Show on Earth' brand will be coming to the Wii and NDS.

'WET' (PS3/X360) - New Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on April 13, 2009 @ 5:33 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Homeless since the Activision/Vivendi merger, A2M's WET is a seamless integration of intense gunplay, death-defying acrobatics and exciting swordplay, framed by breathtaking art direction and unparalleled animation quality.

Nintendo Download (NDSi/Wii) Monday, April 13, 2009

by Rainier on April 13, 2009 @ 5:18 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Nintendo added a classic, a WiiWare, and two NDSi titles to the Shop Channels. Nintendo owners with online access can redeem Points to download: Party Fun Pirate (Wiiware), Pitfall: The Mayan Adventure (VC), Master of Illusion Express: Shuffle Games, and Mixed Messages (NDSiWare).

'Halo' Franchise Going Multiplatform

by Rainier on April 13, 2009 @ 4:26 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Whether or not Bungie will make Halo games beyond ODST, Microsoft is looking to carry the franchise onto multiple platforms — but no other consoles. The Redwood software giant is looking for a software development engineer "to blend console, web, and mobile to create an immersive Halo world," and to "deliver a great out-of-game interactive experience that takes the next step beyond the systems found in Halo 3."

'StuntMANIA!pro' - v3.1.1 Demo Available NOW

by Rainier on April 13, 2009 @ 3:59 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

StuntMANIA!pro is a fast paced 3D car stunt driving game, where you get to perform the most amazing tricks and stunts in some really cool environments. This new version adds a few tweaks, improves speed optimizations and memory requirements.

'Airborne Rangers' (PS3/X360/PC) Canceled

by Rainier on April 13, 2009 @ 3:12 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

In early 2008, one of Atari's financial results revealed a slew of new titles, one of them being a multiplatform title, Airborne Rangers. According to former Atari/EA producer Ash Monif, who has since moved on to Subatomic Studios, Airborne Rangers was a free-to-play FPS featuring a virtual monetary point system, character & weapon customizations, cross-platform interactivity & mini-games, 3D social space, and progressive in-game fictional timeline (thanks superannuation).

'Earthrise' - 11 New Screens

by Rainier on April 13, 2009 @ 3:01 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Earthrise, Bulgaria based indie developer Masthead Studios' debut title, is a post-apocalyptic science fiction MMO.

NDS Review - 'Rhythm Heaven'

by Brad Hilderbrand on April 13, 2009 @ 2:39 a.m. PDT | Filed under Reviews

Rhythm Heaven puts the music in your hands and some rhythm in your life. Let the music move you as you tap and slide your stylus on the touch screen, as natural as tapping your finger to music, to the beat of more than 50 musical rhythm games.

PS3/X360 Review - '50 Cent: Blood on the Sand'

by Mark Melnychuk on April 13, 2009 @ 2:34 a.m. PDT | Filed under Reviews

In THQ's 50 Cent: Blood on the Sand you play as one of the world's biggest hip-hop stars in an all-out battle to protect 50 Cent's assets and to collect payment from a crooked overlord.

'Obscure: The Aftermath' (ALL) Coming to the PSP

by Rainier on April 13, 2009 @ 2:26 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Two years ago, at Leafmore High, a group of young teenagers were trapped inside their school and hunted by monsters that had been released by the maniac headmaster. Some of them survived that terrible night, while others perished. In Obscure: The Aftermath, the survivors have picked up their lives and joined college.

'Puzzle Chronicles' (NDS/PSP/PSN/XBLA/PC) Announced - Facts, Features & Screens

by Rainier on April 13, 2009 @ 1:30 a.m. PDT | Filed under Konami Gamers' Day - Konami Gamers' Night 2009

Puzzle Chronicles features a new puzzle combat is based on real time action so you will have to think fast and posses sound strategies to best their opponents. On your quest through Asharin Empire you will fight fierce beasts and battle hardened warriors with a new puzzle combat mechanics that will test your skills.

'Miami Law' (NDS) - New Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on April 13, 2009 @ 1:30 a.m. PDT | Filed under Konami Gamers' Day - Konami Gamers' Night 2009

Live the life of a law enforcement officer tasked with saving the world in Hudson Entertainment’s new release Miami Law, featuring explosive action, as well as crime-scene investigation, which players will use interchangeably to help save the city of Miami.

'Gradius ReBirth' (Wii) - Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on April 13, 2009 @ 1:30 a.m. PDT | Filed under Konami Gamers' Day - Konami Gamers' Night 2009

Gradius ReBirth is the latest entry into the Gradius game franchise, which was first launched in 1985. Players will blast their way through many levels full of alien space ships and other space creatures in this action-packed, side-scrolling shooter.

'Yu-Gi-Oh! 5D's Stardust Accelerator – World Championship 2009' (NDS) - New Screens

by Rainier on April 13, 2009 @ 1:30 a.m. PDT | Filed under Konami Gamers' Day - Konami Gamers' Night 2009

The first game based on the new Yu-Gi-Oh! 5D’s TV show, the DS game allows up to four players to compete within two distinctly different ways.

'Magician's Quest Mysterious Times' (NDS) - New Screens

by Rainier on April 13, 2009 @ 1:30 a.m. PDT | Filed under Konami Gamers' Day - Konami Gamers' Night 2009

Magician's Quest Mysterious Times combines adventure elements with simulation RPG, tasking you with attending classes at Magic Academy while learning the mysteries of magic and the art of casting spells while building relationships with other students.

'WireWay' (NDS) Announced - Screens

by Rainier on April 13, 2009 @ 1:30 a.m. PDT | Filed under Konami Gamers' Day - Konami Gamers' Night 2009

Wireway is a 2D platformer featuring a spunky little hero Wiley Springer, who has to battle aliens gangs, avoide obstacles and ultimately defeat the alien boss, to bring back the spirit and love throughout the Universe!

'Zombie Apocalypse' (PSN/XBLA) Announced - Facts, Features & Screens

by Rainier on April 13, 2009 @ 1:30 a.m. PDT | Filed under Konami Gamers' Day - Konami Gamers' Night 2009

Nihilistic Zombie Apocalypse is action packed, arcade-style shooter that will test your dual analog stick shooting skills and ability to survive 55 days of relentless zombie attacks.

'Ant Nation' (NDS/Wii) Announced - Screens

by Rainier on April 13, 2009 @ 1:30 a.m. PDT | Filed under Konami Gamers' Day - Konami Gamers' Night 2009

The beloved childhood pastime of lazy Sundays spent with a magnifying glass and an ant farm finally arrives on the NDS in this challenging and addictive strategy simulation that trains your ant minions - as well as your brain - through the use of the DS stylus.

'Yu-Gi-Oh! 5D's Wheelie Breakers' (Wii) - New Screens

by Rainier on April 13, 2009 @ 1:30 a.m. PDT | Filed under Konami Gamers' Day - Konami Gamers' Night 2009

Yu-Gi-Oh! 5D's Wheelie Breakers introduces players to a fast-paced twist on a racing game. Yusei and Jack duel in a new motor sport called "Wheelie Breakers" that combines card dueling with duel wheel racing.

'Karaoke Revolution' (Wii/PS3/X360) Announced - Facts, Features & Screens

by Rainier on April 13, 2009 @ 1:30 a.m. PDT | Filed under Konami Gamers' Day - Konami Gamers' Night 2009

Karaoke Revolution lets karaoke fans sing and compete against friends with expanded multiplayer modes, 50 all-new hit songs from master recordings, as well as an endless amount of customizable venue options and newly enhanced customizable characters, including dramatic facial and body morphing.

'Suikoden: Tierkreis' (NDS) - New Screens

by Rainier on April 13, 2009 @ 1:30 a.m. PDT | Filed under Konami Gamers' Day - Konami Gamers' Night 2009

Encompassing a variety of different characters while exploring many exotic locations and cultures across the game's universe of parallel worlds, Suikoden: Tierkreis will expand the bounds of the handheld RPG.

'Help Wanted' (Wii) - New Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on April 13, 2009 @ 1:30 a.m. PDT | Filed under Konami Gamers' Day - Konami Gamers' Night 2009

Hudson Entertainment 's Help Wanted is a fun, slap-stick new life simulation game for Wii where players are sent on a mission to save the world from impending extinction by completing fifty different jobs.

'Pro Evolution Soccer 2009' (Wii) - New Screens

by Rainier on April 13, 2009 @ 1:30 a.m. PDT | Filed under Konami Gamers' Day - Konami Gamers' Night 2009

PES 2009 has undergone a graphical update to ensure its players look and move even more like their real-life counterparts. Similarly, all-new options allow users to tailor the game to their own tastes, while new moves, innovative new control elements and key online elements will further the realism of the new game.

'Six Days in Fallujah' (PS3/X360/PC) - New Screens

by Rainier on April 13, 2009 @ 1:30 a.m. PDT | Filed under Konami Gamers' Day - Konami Gamers' Night 2009

Six Days in Fallujah is a new third person shooter experience that puts the player in the center of the largest urban military operation in four decades. Six Days in Fallujah combines the action of a military shooter with the realism of a documentary film to create a new kind of experience that is both historical and engaging.

'Vandal Hearts' (PSN/XBLA) Announced - Screens

by Rainier on April 13, 2009 @ 1:30 a.m. PDT | Filed under Konami Gamers' Day - Konami Gamers' Night 2009

Vandal Hearts: Flames of Judgment is a tactical role-playing game for XBL/PSN where two rival kingdoms stand on the brink of war. In a small town on their border is a simple church orphanage, home to young Tobias Martin. Caught in the tide of battle, Tobias and his comrades enlist to fight for peace - and revenge.

'Saw' (PS3/X360/PC) Announced - Facts, Features & Screens

by Rainier on April 13, 2009 @ 12:00 a.m. PDT | Filed under Konami Gamers' Day - Konami Gamers' Night 2009

Saw is a third-person perspective, survival horror game based on the movie franchise. Jigsaw has killed your partner and destroyed your life. Now he has trapped you in an abandoned insane asylum that he alone controls. If you can defeat his brutal traps and survive, you may just discover the truth behind what drives this twisted serial killer.