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Various Game Trailers #1637

by Rainier on July 3, 2009 @ 12:47 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:

  • Divinity II: Ego Draconis [X360/PC] - Story Trailer
  • Section 8 [PS3/X360/PC] - Gameplay Trailer
  • Dead Space Extraction [Wii] - Controls Trailer
  • Star Wars: The Old Republic - Timeline Trailer #3


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

'Left 4 Dead 2' (X360/PC) - 9 New Screens

by Rainier on July 3, 2009 @ 11:20 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

L4D2 promises to set a new benchmark for co-operative action games, adding melee combat to enable deeper co-operative gameplay, with items such as a chainsaw, frying pan, axe, baseball bat, and more.

'Runes of Magic' Celebrates 4th of July With New Server, Fireworks

by Rainier on July 3, 2009 @ 11:15 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

With an extensive range of features Runes of Magic prepares to redefine the standard of free-to-play MMO games. Even at the beginning Runes of Magic conveys its absorbing story in over 1,000 quests embedded in an atmospheric world.

'Last Rebellion' (PS3) - New Screens

by Rainier on July 3, 2009 @ 10:30 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Nippon Ichi Software and HitMaker's Last Rebellion is an RPG with action elements where players can roam around the world field and make action movements like in an action game, but once you enter battle you engage the enemy using a turn-based system.

'Nancy Drew Dossier: Resorting to Danger' Announced

by Rainier on July 3, 2009 @ 10:30 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

In Resorting to Danger, you assume the role of Nancy Drew and set out to foil a prankster bent on sabotaging the Redondo Spa.

PC Preview - 'Hearts of Iron III'

by Tony "OUberLord" Mitera on July 3, 2009 @ 9:00 a.m. PDT | Filed under Previews

Hearts of Iron III will follow the series' tradition of most detailed and complete strategic game on WW2 while focusing on satisfying veteran players through a multitude of new features and systems, including a huge map with more than 10,000 provinces.

'FIFA Manager 10' - New Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on July 3, 2009 @ 8:59 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

FIFA Manager 10 gives players the chance to find out who is the best manager, featuring a vast array of all-new features including, for the first time ever, an online mode where players can play against each other over LAN or internet. Whether founding a club, becoming a national coach, or finally leading their favorite club to international glory, all options are open.

'Dead Island' (X360/PC) Still in Development

by Rainier on July 3, 2009 @ 8:58 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Dead Island is a FPP shooter that combines elements of the survival horror genre and adventure games. The game tells the story of a couple being tossed ashore onto the sandy beaches of a desolate, zombie infested, island. With its other game, Call of Juarez: Bound in Blood, just released Techland confirms that Dead Island is still in development and has signed a publisher...

'The Protector' (X360/PC) - New Screens

by Rainier on July 3, 2009 @ 8:23 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Newly formed Polish developer Gingerbread Studios' The Protector is a thrilling first/third person shooter featuring visceral action, tense, tactical stealth and an enthralling storyline.

'The Sims 3' Getting Destination Aventure Expansion

by Rainier on July 3, 2009 @ 8:17 a.m. PDT | 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! While there is no official announcement yet, nor any details what so ever, it seems EA's The Sims 3 is getting its first, of undoubtedly many, expansion packs later this year as Destination Aventure is currently scheduled for release Nov. 2009.

'Forza Motorsport 3' (X360) - New Screens

by Rainier on July 3, 2009 @ 7:36 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

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

'Dissidia: Final Fantasy' (PSP) Gets Euro Date, Ltd. Ed. Details

by Rainier on July 3, 2009 @ 7:33 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Dissidia: Final Fantasy is an all-new title in the FF franchise, although it's not part of the compilation of Final Fantasy VIII or the Ivalice Alliance. Not a standard RPG, it's labeled a dramatic progressive action title, and Tetsuya Nomura, known for Kingdom Hearts, has signed on to be the game's character designer.

'Cities XL' - Screens

by Rainier on July 3, 2009 @ 7:25 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Cities XL expands upon all that make city builders fun and interesting, with cities that are bigger, more realistic and sophisticated than ever before, while letting you take your game online, and interact with others in a massive online environment.

Kalypso Media Signs Distribution Deal With Avanquest Software

by Rainier on July 3, 2009 @ 7:21 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Kalypso Media UK have signed up with Avanquest Software Publishing to distribute their Racing Team Manager and Imperium Romanum, through their White Label Reload range into the UK and the Gamer For Ever range in France.

Xbox 360 Review - 'Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen'

by Sanford May on July 3, 2009 @ 6:23 a.m. PDT | Filed under Reviews

Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen propels players straight into an adrenaline-pumping battle for supremacy across the globe where every second and every choice makes the difference between mankind's salvation and annihilation.

'Two Worlds II' (PS3/X360/PC) Announced - Screens

by Rainier on July 3, 2009 @ 5:57 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Two Worlds II presents a totally new experience, one in which 2 years of intensive development has enabled quantum leaps in all spheres: completely overhauled AI and balancing standards, experienced authors, the active combat system and the brand-new engine all combine to provide an experience where excitement, sheer enjoyment and graphics rule.

'Blood Bowl' (ALL) - v1.0.1.3 Patch Available NOW

by Rainier on July 3, 2009 @ 5:55 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.

'Monster Hunter Freedom Unite' (PSP) Gets Free Downloadable Quest

by Rainier on July 3, 2009 @ 5:49 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Monster Hunter Freedom Unite, known in Japan as Monster Hunter Portable 2G, delivers over 500 hours of gameplay spanning 400 missions. Add in previously unreleased monsters, weapons and missions and you have the biggest Monster Hunter to date.

'Heron: Steam Machine' (Wii) Announced - Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on July 3, 2009 @ 5:45 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Triangle Studios' Heron: Steam Machine is a pipe puzzle game where players have to connect pipes to keep the Steam Machine running. Play in singleplayer or co-op with friends for huge amounts of puzzle fun! The gameplay mechanic is simple and addictive, anybody can learn to play Heron within minutes, but only experts are able to achieve the highest scores.

'Ratchet and Clank: A Crack in Time' (PS3) Pre-Order Incentives

by Rainier on July 3, 2009 @ 5:37 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Ratchet & Clank: A Crack in Time will continue to bring the experience of playing your own computer generated animation movie. Expect the usual laughs and witty banter, as you enjoy all-new space gameplay that gives players the opportunity to engage in space battles, explore the surrounding star system, and discover hidden items and collectibles.

'Chronos Twins DX' (Wii) - Screens

by Rainier on July 3, 2009 @ 5:23 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Chronos Twins DX offers an amazing space-time travel on which our tireless character Nec will find adventure, action, platforms and ingenious time puzzles. Do you dare to control Nec on two parallel times at the same time?

'Devil Kings 3' (ALL) Revealed

by Rainier on July 3, 2009 @ 5:20 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

The Devil Kings series are fast-paced action titles that possess compelling gameplay thrusting players into a land of warring nations and unrelenting hostile armies. While we are still waiting for Devil Kings 2 in North America, Capcom has already revealed DK 3 in Japan, where it is known as Sengoku Basara 3, for 2010. A recent Twitter question from Capcom, asking whether they should keep the original name or use the Devil Kings moniker, indicates we might see a new installment outside of Asia.

'Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodlines' - v6.3 Update Patch Available NOW

by Rainier on July 3, 2009 @ 5:08 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Since Troika is no longer amongst the living this patch is not official, so use at your own discretion. This update brings Activision's Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodlines game to v6.1 and addresses a number of known issues, gameplay tweaks, bug fixes etc..

Friday, July 3, 2009 Shipping Announcements

by Rainier on July 3, 2009 @ 4:58 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:

'Left 4 Dead' (ALL) to get More DLCs, 'Left 4 Dead 2' (ALL) to Get Demo

by Rainier on July 3, 2009 @ 4:52 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

L4D2 promises to set a new benchmark for co-operative action games, adding melee combat to enable deeper co-operative gameplay, with items such as a chainsaw, frying pan, axe, baseball bat, and more. At a recent press event Valve revealed that it has more DLC plans for L4D, while the sequel will get a multiplayer demo before the game launches, and full game free weekends after its release.

'Ashes Cricket 2009' (ALL) Adds Realism With WiiMote Controls - Screens

by Rainier on July 3, 2009 @ 4:40 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Ashes Cricket 2009 is set to build on the heritage that Codemasters has enjoyed with its Brian Lara series and will continue to lead the field with great batting, bowling and fielding gameplay and authenticity that made the series a hit with cricket fans the world over.

'Guilty Gear 2: Overture' (X360) Coming to Europe

by Rainier on July 3, 2009 @ 4:29 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Guilty Gear 2: Overture is the newest installment in the Guilty Gear franchise, deviating from the series beat'm up norm by not calling it GG X, as well as by adding RTS elements where you need resources to gather your army and destroy the enemy's base.

'DRiiFT MANIA' And 'Contra Rebirth' Coming to WiiWare

by Rainier on July 3, 2009 @ 4:24 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Konami has created the all-new Network Business Development Department, in charge of all future downloadable content and mobile titles, including WiiWare, PSN, XBLA and DSiWare as well as iPhone and other mobile phone platform releases, starting with DRiiFT MANIA later this month, and the all-action Contra Rebirth in August.

NDS Review - 'Challenge Me: Brain Puzzles'

by Dustin Chadwell on July 3, 2009 @ 1:34 a.m. PDT | Filed under Reviews

Challenge Me: Brain Puzzles, with its extended gameplay and variety of features, gives you the chance to test yourself while having fun.

'Project Powder' Gets Jay-Z's Rocawear

by Rainier on July 3, 2009 @ 12:33 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Project Powder takes players to a snowboarder’s paradise where they can customize their characters and accessories, race against friends and pull off jaw-dropping stunts on the finest snow in the galaxy.

Video Games Live Packs A Dozen Shows in July

by Rainier on July 3, 2009 @ 12:10 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Video Games Live, recently enshrined in the Guinness Book of World Records, announces 12 performances throughout the month of July. Each show will be unique and many will be highlighted by special performances, conventions and/or special guests.