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'MX vs. ATV Reflex' (ALL) - New Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on July 31, 2009 @ 7:08 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

MX vs. ATV Reflex introduces revolutionary physics that allow for real-world terrain deformation and an intuitive, dual-stick control scheme that separates man from machine, as well as a wide variety of race modes, vehicles and worlds to explore while utilizing the all-new Rhythm Racing 2.0 physics engine.

Various Game Trailers #1656

by Rainier on July 31, 2009 @ 6:53 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:

  • East India Company [PC] - Launch Trailer
  • Raven Squad: Operation Hidden Dagger [ALL] - Trailer
  • Naruto Shippuden: Clash of Ninja Revolution 3 [Wii] - Jutsu Attacks Trailer
  • Shin Megami Tensei: Persona [PSP] - Walkthrough Trailer
  • Fallout 3 [ALL] - Mothership Zeta DLC Trailer


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

'Rock Band' (ALL) to Get Pearl Jam's New Backspacer Album

by Rainier on July 31, 2009 @ 6:53 p.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. Part of the Pearl Jam deal announced earlier this year, the new album will be available at DLC on Sept. 20, its official retail launch.

'Gears of War 2' (X360) Free Xbox Live Weekend Starts

by Rainier on July 31, 2009 @ 6:47 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Microsoft and Epic Games will unleash the Gears of War 2: All Fronts Collection, a value-packed compilation that combines all previous GoW 2 add-ons with brand new multiplayer and campaign content Dark Corners, which is also available as DLC. To commemorate the launch, Xbox Live is free for the weekend...

'Grotesque Tactics: Evil Heroes' (Wii/PC) Announced - Screens

by Rainier on July 31, 2009 @ 3:34 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Earlier today we revealed that Silent Dreams has put development on Grotesque: Heroes Hunted on hold in favor of a smaller project, being its a tactical RPG Grotesque Tactics: Evil Heroes. Fans of role playing and strategic games, who are interested in round based fighting systems, should keep the name Grotesque Tactics: Evil Heroes in mind.

'Crysis Wars' to Become Free Once More

by Rainier on July 31, 2009 @ 3:12 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

More brash and aggressive than his Delta Force squadmate Nomad, you'll experience Psycho’s parallel story during the events of the original, finding that life on the other side of the island is even more intense and explosive than you could have imagined. Crytek revealed that it will be once again, the 4th time by our count, offer Crysis Warhead's multiplayer component Crysis Wars, for free during the summer to coincide with competitions and giveaways.

'Monster Hunter 3' (Wii) - 10 New Screens

by Rainier on July 31, 2009 @ 3:04 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

MH Tri, pronounced as "try," is an action RPG series where you hunt down fantastical monsters in natural environments, including underwater aquatic beasts, as well as implementing a split-screen co-op mode and introducing a new Arena fighting mode.

'Resonance of Fate' (ALL) Gets Delayed to Coincide With Europe

by Rainier on July 31, 2009 @ 2:23 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. Originally scheduled for spring 2010, RoF is now planned for European and North America release in Q3 2010.

'Undead Knights' (PSP) - 36 New Screens

by Rainier on July 31, 2009 @ 1:12 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Playing as the anti-hero, rage through the wrath of fearless enemies and build the nastiest and most profane army you can think of in this new-style invasion action game. Prepare to wash the mouth of your army with soap as they can’t help but engage in zombie bashing dialogue over a raging metal soundtrack that helps you channel your inner anger.

'Grotesque: Heroes Hunted' Development Put On Ice

by Rainier on July 31, 2009 @ 12:58 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Grotesque is a new adventure/rpg from German developer Silent Dreams, and promises to be an original blend of traditional fantasy RPG (like Gothic, Fable, Baldur's Gate, Planescape Torment) and sarcastic humor with adventure elements along the lines of Monkey Island. With a nearly finished version ready, tough publishers negotiations forced Silent Dreams to put development on hold and focus on a smaller projects instead.

'Nation Red' Announced - Game Details, Screens & Demo Available NOW

by Rainier on July 31, 2009 @ 11:30 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Nation Red is an ultrafast infinite play arena-based shooter providing an exceptional close-quarter battlefield experience. Fight thousands of zombie mutants and their bosses in frantic bloody gameplay.

'Brave: A Warrior's Tale' (PSP/Wii/X360) - New Screens

by Rainier on July 31, 2009 @ 11:13 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Brave: A Warrior's Tale brings players expansive exploration and in-game interactivity on their quest to protect their tribe from the sources of evil, continuously offering a significant challenge to players as they advance through a world of untamed wilderness.

'East India Company' - v1.01 Patch / Demo Available NOW

by Rainier on July 31, 2009 @ 9:48 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

In East India Company, players will enjoy building the world's most powerful trading empire and engaging in fierce battles in both single-player and multiplayer modes, all within a breathtaking cinematic environment.

'Blood of Bahamut' (NDS) - 38 New Screens

by Rainier on July 31, 2009 @ 9:40 a.m. PDT | 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.

Wii Preview - 'Cursed Mountain'

by Adam Pavlacka on July 31, 2009 @ 9:00 a.m. PDT | Filed under Previews

Cursed Mountain is a survival horror game where you take on the role of a fearless mountaineer climbing into the Himalayas on a quest to find your lost brother. As you ascends the mountain, he encounters an ancient curse: the souls of the people who died in that region are stuck in limbo, caught in the Shadow World.

'Dungeons & Dragons Online: Eberron Unlimited' Gets New Launch Date

by Rainier on July 31, 2009 @ 8:52 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Dungeons & Dragons Online: Eberron Unlimited is a free digital upgrade that makes DDO Unlimited the world’s first free-to-play MMO to offer the quality graphics and robust features previously only available in premium subscription based-games. Originally scheduled for release on Aug. 8, Turbine has pushed the launch until Sept. 9, 2009.

'Madden NFL 10' (ALL) - New Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on July 31, 2009 @ 8:50 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

On-field authenticity and emotion is taken to another level in Madden NFL 10. With more control over the outcome of the play than ever before, players can drag defenders towards the first down marker, fight for a fumble at the bottom of the pile, and avoid the rush by stepping up into the pocket.

'Rock Band 2' (ALL) to Get 'This Is Spinal Tap' Album

by Rainier on July 31, 2009 @ 8:01 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.

'Tornado Outbreak' (Wii/PS3/X360) - New Screens

by Rainier on July 31, 2009 @ 7:48 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Tornado Outbreak is an action adventure game that has you take control of a raging tornado as you tear through open environments, chewing up the landscape and spitting out everything in your path.

'WET' (PS3/X360) Gets Release Dates

by Rainier on July 31, 2009 @ 7:35 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

WET is a highly stylized third-person shooter that seamlessly blends acrobatics, gun play, and sword kills. With dual pistols and a samurai sword, you can engage in combat while sliding on floors, running on walls, jumping, flipping, and performing amazing acrobatic moves – leaving a massive body count in your wake.

'NHL 10' (PS3/X360) - New Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on July 31, 2009 @ 7:34 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

NHL 10 begins a new era with gameplay innovations that deliver a new standard of toughness, the emotion of playoff hockey on the ice and in the arena, and over 200 gameplay refinements that replicate the skill and finesse that every fan sees throughout the NHL playoffs.

'The Witcher: Enhanced Edition Director's Cut' Patch Available NOW

by Rainier on July 31, 2009 @ 7:12 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

The Witcher: Enhanced Edition Director's Cut, CD Projekt's action/RPG, is the version of the game our developers originally intended for you to play. The Director’s Cut patch adds mature content originally only released outside of North America.

'Tropico 3' (X360/PC) - New Screens

by Rainier on July 31, 2009 @ 6:39 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

In Tropico 3 you will again be able to play the role of “El Presidente” taking over the control of a tropical island. You decide whether you want to use your army to secure your power base in the best traditions of corrupt, unscrupulous tyrants everywhere, or alternatively to lead your people to prosperity in your role as generous elder statesman.

'Raven Squad' (X360/PC) Gets Euro Date

by Rainier on July 31, 2009 @ 6:34 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Set in the near future Raven Squad is a unique blending of RTS and FPS genres, as the game puts you in control of two groups of mercenary squads who crash land behind enemy lines in the Amazonian jungles. It will require tactical planning and a liberal amount of brute force to escape to safety.

'15 Days' - New Screens

by Rainier on July 31, 2009 @ 6:18 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

15 Days is a fast-paced and sophisticated adventure game about Cathryn, Mike and Bernard - a troupe of political activists – stealing art for good causes. In meticulously planned coups, the three Londoners living in a hip loft steal precious paintings from the best guarded museums in the world.

'The Matrix Online' Going Offline Today

by Rainier on July 31, 2009 @ 6:15 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Set in a virtual, persistent online universe in which millions of players around the globe can participate, The Matrix Online, features real-time martial arts combat and a rich storyline that picks up where The Matrix Revolutions, the third chapter in The Matrix film trilogy, leaves off. As announced, TMO is shutting down later today, with SOE organizing a party on the Syntax server (from 12 noon PDT until midnight) to commemorate the end.

'Guitar Hero 5' (ALL) Lets You Puts Your Avatar On Stage - Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on July 31, 2009 @ 6:03 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

For the first time ever, you can customize the makeup of your band with any combination of instruments in-game: two guitars and two drums, or three guitars and a microphone, etc. GH 5 will also feature new gameplay modes like Party Play and RockFest putting fun, competition and control at center stage as fans tailor the experience to match their personal style and interests.

'R-Type Tactics II' (PSP) Revealed

by Rainier on July 31, 2009 @ 6:03 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

R-Type Tactics, also known as R-Type Command, is a deviation from the usual shoot'em up genre into the tactical/RPG genre, giving you a chance to see all the units and enemies up close and personal, in 3D, while adding 2 player vs mode. R-Type Tactics II changes the conflict from humans vs. aliens to humans vs. humans and adds a slew of all-new units and abilities.

'LittleBigPlanet PSP' (PSP) - Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on July 31, 2009 @ 5:15 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

LittleBigPlanet PSP is a world of endless possibilities where imagination and creativity is king. In this stylish and stitched-together 3D craft material world, there is fun to be had for all ages, tastes and player types, with over 30 new developer-created levels through seven new themed locations to explore and play.

'The Agency' (PS3/PC) Execs Form Detonator Games

by Rainier on July 31, 2009 @ 5:08 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

SOE's Seattle studio is developing The Agency, a fast-paced online action shooter filled with espionage, intrigue and betrayal, where you assume the role of elite agents in a modern-day world. Founding members Matt Wilson (studio director/executive producer) and John Smith (producer), as well as art director Corey Dangel have resigned, according to EuroGamer, to form Detonator Games, while SOE reassures The Agency remains on track.

'Ultimate Party Challenge' (Wii) - New Screens

by Rainier on July 31, 2009 @ 4:50 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Ultimate Party Challenge pits players against their friends in fast-paced, over-the-top mini-game competitions and brain challenges. Ultimate Party Challenge also uses the functionality of the Wiimote to test players' physical, musical, and mental skills.

'Parabellum' Open Beta Stage in September

by Rainier on July 31, 2009 @ 4:46 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Parabellum is a free-to-play MMO-FPS that combines the best elements of FPS and MMO games to create an fully customizable gaming experience. It also introduces the first interactive non-linear multiplayer campaigns in addition to an advanced character & weapon development system. The open beta is set to launch in Sept. with six maps and three of its game modes.

'Islands of Wakfu' (XBLA) - New Screens

by Rainier on July 31, 2009 @ 4:20 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Islands of Wakfu is an adventure/beat'em all style game that can be played by two players in team mode and will reveal never seen before background content from the world of Ankama casual MMO titles DOFUS and Wakfu.

'G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra' (ALL) Developer Diary #4

by Rainier on July 31, 2009 @ 4:16 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

The G.I. Joe video game will feature an exclusive storyline that picks up where the live-action movie leaves off, allowing players to re-create and re-live the greatest moments from the film, cartoon series and action figure toy line.

Xbox 360 Review - 'Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs'

by Sanford May on July 31, 2009 @ 3:48 a.m. PDT | Filed under Reviews

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.

'Warriors Orochi 2' (PSP) - Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on July 31, 2009 @ 3:38 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Warriors Orochi 2 takes place after the events of the original, featuring an overwhelming lineup of over 90 playable characters from both franchises including Samurai Warriors 2 Xtreme Legends, plus new characters from Chinese and Japanese history.

'Fallout 3' (ALL) - v1.7 Patches Available NOW

by Rainier on July 31, 2009 @ 3:26 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Fallout 3 places a player in the role of a Vault-dweller, who ventures from his secluded, underground survival Vault into a post-apocalyptic world of mutants, radiation, gangs and violence.

'UFC 2009 Undisputed' (ALL) Rolls Out Patch, Hopes to Stop Cheaters

by Rainier on July 31, 2009 @ 3:24 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

UFC 2009 Undisputed features an authentic and comprehensive UFC atmosphere, including an extensive roster of the best mixed martial arts fighters in the world.

'Nancy Drew: Warnings at Waverly Academy' Announced - Screens

by Rainier on July 31, 2009 @ 3:18 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

In Nancy Drew: Warnings at Waverly Academy, players take on the role of Nancy Drew as she heads undercover at a prestigious all-girls boarding school to discover the culprit behind threatening notes and dangerous accidents that seem to be targeted towards the academy’s valedictorian candidates.

'Rise of Flight: The First Great Air War' v1.004 Adds New Planes, Tweaks

by Rainier on July 31, 2009 @ 3:07 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Rise of Flight: The First Great Air War is a flight simulator, set in the Western Front in 1917, featuring more than 125,000 square kilometers of territory redrawn from 20th Century maps allowing virtual pilots to fly the famous Spad XIII and deadly Fokker D.VII biplanes in exciting dogfight battles. The game has been updated with two more flyable planes which also corrects some minor issues.

'Spore: Galactic Adventures' Gets 100k User-Created Adventures

by Rainier on July 31, 2009 @ 3:05 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

In Spore: Galactic Adventures fans will experience deeper Space stage gameplay as for the first time space faring creatures will be able to beam down from their spaceships to explore new planets and earn rewards for completing challenging missions.

'Risen' (X360/PC) Demo Coming, System Specs Revealed

by Rainier on July 31, 2009 @ 2:58 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Set in a medieval world on a volcanic Mediterranean island, Risen unfolds over 4 chapters and offers multiple ways to develop the story by your actions and decisions. An intuitive user control interface will support both casual and hardcore gamers alike. Deep Silver confirmed that a demo will be released prior to the game's launch.