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'Combat Mission Shock Force' - v1.20 GG/PDX Patches Available NOW

by Rainier on Sept. 14, 2009 @ 6:14 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Combat Mission: Shock Force is a tactical military simulation depicting a hypothetical near future conflict between NATO and Syrian forces in Syria.

Various Game Trailers #1687

by Rainier on Sept. 14, 2009 @ 4:48 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:

 

  • Torchlight [PC] - Vanquisher Trailer

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

'StuntMANIA!pro' - v3.1.6 Demo Available NOW

by Rainier on Sept. 14, 2009 @ 4:05 p.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.

'Zombie Tycoon' (PSP) - New Screens

by Rainier on Sept. 14, 2009 @ 3:59 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Zombie Tycoon is a humorous game that puts the player at the helm of their very own ravenous zombie horde! Using a mix of fast-paced action and strategic execution, players can amass a terrifying undead army and conquer the entire world!

Pepsi Awards First-Ever Rock Band MTV Video Music Award

by Rainier on Sept. 14, 2009 @ 3:53 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Last night, Pepsi, MTV, and MTV Games awarded ‘Nerds in Disguise’ the "2009 MTV Video Music Awards for Best Performance in a Pepsi Rock Band Video" for their performance of Lit's "My Own Worst Enemy." The band, from Springfield, Illinois, is the first Rock Band band ever to win an MTV Video Music Awards Moonman for their music video submission.

'The Wizard of Oz: Beyond the Yellow Brick Road' (NDS) Gets Release Date - Screens

by Rainier on Sept. 14, 2009 @ 3:45 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

The Wizard of Oz: Beyond the Yellow Brick Road is an RPG inspired by the beloved tale of Dorothy and her magical journey through the Land of Oz, showing a unique new perspective on what happened after reaching the end of the Yellow Brick Road.

Nintendo Channel Gets Updated With New Features and Weekly Show

by Rainier on Sept. 14, 2009 @ 2:33 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

The Wii console’s Nintendo Channel is getting a makeover, as today the channel, which provides users with videos and information about current and upcoming Nintendo products, re-launches with a new look and feel. Some of the upgrades include higher-quality streaming videos, lists of top games that other viewers recommend and a new ability to rate and recommend NDS games.

'U-Sing' (Wii) Announced - Screens

by Rainier on Sept. 14, 2009 @ 2:09 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

U-Sing offers people of all ages the chance to sing all the hits from Universal Music including all the classics through to the latest popular songs. In addition to the songs, U-Sing will also offer all the original music clips. U-Sing will feature a different song list for each territory based on the country’s most popular local and international artists and will offer players the opportunity to download additional songs in the future.

'CrimeCraft' to Get New Tournament and Content Update

by Rainier on Sept. 14, 2009 @ 12:42 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Vogster Interactive's CrimeCraft, powered by the Unreal Engine 3, is an MMO that combines the action of a tactical shooter with the strategy of an RPG. Set in a modern world you take part in the political, economical and social life of a big city.

'Wet' (PS3/X360) - 40 New Screens

by Rainier on Sept. 14, 2009 @ 12:22 p.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.

'NBA 10 The Inside' (PSP) Cover Athlete Signed

by Rainier on Sept. 14, 2009 @ 12:13 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Combining the perfect blend of arcade and simulation basketball along with a host of unique mini-games, NBA 10 The Inside delivers an engaging NBA experience with quick action and fluid gameplay.

'Craft of Gods' - New Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on Sept. 14, 2009 @ 12:04 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Craft of Gods is a MMORPG with a huge world to explore, monsters and legendary creatures, crafting and housing. 6 different races and a system of free growth with more than 200 different abilities.

'Shattered Suns' - v1.1 Patch Available NOW

by Rainier on Sept. 14, 2009 @ 11:38 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Shattered Suns is a new science-fiction, real-time strategy game with unique features such as three-dimensional battles, a moving battlefield, player-designed units, unique economic challenges and an interactive campaign.

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

by Rainier on Sept. 14, 2009 @ 11:32 a.m. PDT | 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.

Nintendo Download (NDSi/Wii) Monday, September 14, 2009

by Rainier on Sept. 14, 2009 @ 11:18 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Nintendo added a VC, two NDSi, and three WiiWare titles to the Shop Channels. Nintendo owners with online access can redeem Points to download: Texas Hold’Em Poker, Spaceball: Revolution, Mart Racer (Wiiware), Art Academy: First Semester, Oscar in Toyland (NDSiWare), and Crash ‘N The Boys Street Challenge (VC).

'Divinity II: Ego Draconis' (ALL) Coming to North America - Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on Sept. 14, 2009 @ 9:58 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

In Divinity II: Ego Draconis you will take on the role of a young Dragon Slayer and ultimately become a Dragon Knight, a legendary hero with unique abilities. Discover a detailed world full of twists and turns in which your actions can make a real difference.

'Batman: Arkham Asylum' (ALL) Insane Night Map Pack Announced, Details

by Rainier on Sept. 14, 2009 @ 9:34 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Batman: Arkham Asylum is a 3rd-person action game powered by the Unreal Engine 3, that exposes players to a unique, dark and atmospheric adventure that takes them to the depths of Arkham Asylum – Gotham's psychiatric hospital for the criminally insane. The Insane Night Map Pack will offer gamers two new Challenge Maps to hone their FreeFlow Combat skills and test their Invisible Predator prowess.

'Bubble Bobble' and 'Red Alert 3: Commander’s Challenge' This Weeks XBLA Titles

by Rainier on Sept. 14, 2009 @ 9:27 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Fight for world domination in the all-new C&C Red Alert 3 Commander’s Challenge! Do you have what it takes to withstand the brutal onslaught and relentless taunting of the world's toughest commanders? The action game classic Bubble Bobble returns as an Xbox LIVE Arcade game in BUBBLE BOBBLE Neo! Encase your enemies in bubbles with the bubble-spitting dragon Bub!

'A boy and his blob' (Wii) - New Screens

by Rainier on Sept. 14, 2009 @ 9:25 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

a boy and his blob returns with an all new game play experience! True to the NES version, playing the boy, you feed your Blob jelly beans and watch it transform into cool and useful objects to solve puzzles and escape danger. With its robust and emotionally driven story, challenging puzzles, and visually impressive art style, a boy and his blob is nothing short of a heartwarming experience.

FIFA 10 (ALL) v1.2 Demo Expander Available NOW

by Rainier on Sept. 14, 2009 @ 9:02 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Responding to consumer feedback from the online games played, FIFA Soccer 10 will deliver a new standard for authenticity with gameplay refinements and innovations that will make it the most complete and intelligent simulation of soccer.

'Star Wars: The Old Republic' Shows Off Coruscant - New Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on Sept. 14, 2009 @ 8:03 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Star Wars: The Old Republic will let you explore an age thousands of years before the rise of Darth Vader when war between the Old Republic and the Sith Empire divides the galaxy. Choose to play as Jedi, Sith, or a variety of other classic Star Wars roles, defining your personal story and determining your path down the light or dark side of the Force.

'Guitar Hero 5' (ALL) World Record Set By Italian Gamers

by Rainier on Sept. 14, 2009 @ 7:52 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. while also adding new gameplay mode. Italy is the ultimate victor of the GH5 ’Jump In Jump Out’ Challenge, cementing a new world record for the largest number of participants (594) to play in a single GH session over a 24-hour period.

'Carrier Command: Gaea Mission' (ALL) - New Screens

by Rainier on Sept. 14, 2009 @ 7:37 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Carrier Command: Gaea Mission is based on the original Carrier Command released in 1988, fully licensed and endorsed by its creators,  and strives to deliver innovative and intense gameplay in a truly next-gen rendition.

'Tron Legacy' (ALL) Revealed

by Rainier on Sept. 14, 2009 @ 7:33 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Tron Legacy is a 3D high-tech adventure set in a digital world where Sam Flynn, the tech-savvy 27-year-old son of Kevin Flynn, looks into his fathers disappearance and finds himself pulled into the same world of fierce programs and gladiatorial games where his father has been living for 25 years. At Disney's D23 Expo movie producer Steven Lisberger confirmed that yes, there IS a video game in the works by Disney Interactive.

'Majesty 2: The Fantasy Kingdom Sim' Demo Available NOW

by Rainier on Sept. 14, 2009 @ 6:40 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Majesty 2: The Fantasy Kingdom Sim will focus on reinventing many aspects of the original game, updating the franchise for the 21st Century. A key element that will permeate the game is the charm and humor of the original Majesty.

'Endless Ocean 2' (Wii) - New Screens

by Rainier on Sept. 14, 2009 @ 6:34 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Endless Ocean 2 explores life under the ocean, allowing you to take photos, catalogue species you encountered, play a tour guide, or discover hidden treasures, and features multiplayer so you can dive in with a friend, but beware of the predatorial animals added to the mix.

'Halo 3: ODST' (X360) 2CD Soundtrack Announced

by Rainier on Sept. 14, 2009 @ 6:15 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. The Halo 3: ODST Original Soundtrack features an original musical score composed by Martin O'Donnell and Michael Salvatori.

'Red Faction: Guerrilla' (PC) Developer Interview

by Adam Pavlacka on Sept. 14, 2009 @ 5:51 a.m. PDT | Filed under Interviews

Set 50 years after the climactic events of the original Red Faction, this third-person, open-world action-shooter will return to Mars and once again redefine the limits of destruction-based gameplay. The PC edition will include the Demons of the Badlands DLC, six Wrecking Crew maps and the two new game modes (Bagman/Team Bagman) from the Multiplayer Pack, two multiplayer maps previously only for pre-orders, as well as two PC exclusive maps.

'DJ Hero' (ALL) Shows Off Daft Punk - Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on Sept. 14, 2009 @ 5:42 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

DJ Hero expands Guitar Hero's signature social gaming to all-new consumers with the addition of diverse music genres including hip-hop, R&B, Motown, electronica and dance. Electronica outfit Daft Punk has teamed up with Activision to not only contribute 11 tracks but the duo will also be available as in-game characters and have their own stage featuring some of their real life show props.

'Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles: The Crystal Bearers' (Wii) Gets Release Date

by Rainier on Sept. 14, 2009 @ 5:30 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles: The Crystal Bearers provides a fresh take on the Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles series as it combines the storytelling depth, expansive world and graphical quality of Final Fantasy with motion-driven, real-time action gameplay.

'Heroes Over Europe' (ALL) - 7 New Screens

by Rainier on Sept. 14, 2009 @ 5:27 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Heroes Over Europe is a World War II flight combat game that builds on the original game's legacy with intense dogfights, a highly detailed realistic visual presentation and even more online options.

Monday, September 14, 2009 Shipping Announcements

by Rainier on Sept. 14, 2009 @ 5:08 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:

  • Mario & Luigi: Bowser’s Inside Story (NDS)

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

'Real Warfare: 1242' Announced - Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on Sept. 14, 2009 @ 4:34 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Real Warfare: 1242 is a realistic real-time strategy game based on authentic historic events, inviting you to experience the glorious times of princes, knights and vast battles. The player's goal is to direct Alexander Nevsky through meticulously recreated historic battlegrounds and achieve the greatest of victories by repelling the attacks of Teutonic and Swedish knights, bringing Lithuania to peace and eliminating every single invader in 1242.

Xbox 360 Review - 'Darkest of Days'

by Brian Dumlao on Sept. 14, 2009 @ 4:26 a.m. PDT | Filed under Reviews

Phantom EFX's Darkest of Days, using 8Monkey Labs' proprietary Marmoset game engine, is a story-rich, first-person shooter presenting an intriguing story of time-travel to some of the darkest periods in the history of mankind.

'Serious Sam HD' (XBLA/PC) - 4 New Screens

by Rainier on Sept. 14, 2009 @ 4:18 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Serious Sam is a high-adrenaline arcade-action shooter heavily focused on frantic arcade-style single player action. In a world where cyberpunk meets fantasy-fiction and advanced technology is mixed with black magic and psycho-powers.

Funcom to Enlighten 'The Secret World' And 'Age of Conan'

by Rainier on Sept. 14, 2009 @ 4:14 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

An ancient, dreaming evil stirs. Dangerous creatures awaken. The Earth is in mortal peril. The wonders and horrors of the secret world are re-emerging in our world. The time has come to take up arms in the war between good & evil. Warriors and champions of Gaia, your training is about to begin. Rise. You have been chosen.

'My Little Baby' (NDS) - New Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on Sept. 14, 2009 @ 4:03 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

My Little Baby, a complete "life simulation" title for the NDS, is a family-friendly game that gives players the opportunity to raise a virtual baby - all without the real-world messes, sleepless nights, or "terrible two's."

'Baseball Mogul 2010' - v12.13 Patch Available NOW

by Rainier on Sept. 14, 2009 @ 3:53 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Baseball Mogul 2010 gives you complete control on the field, combined with an easy-to-learn interface and thousands of stats at your fingertips. With customized ratings and head-to-head stats for every player, you have everything you need to win the battle of wits between batter and pitcher.

'Flowerworks' Coming to WiiWare - Screens

by Rainier on Sept. 14, 2009 @ 3:43 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Flowerworks is an action-adventure game in which the player takes the role of Follie – a friendly (but confused!) alien who crash lands on the mysterious planet Elilia, whilst transporting a cargo of Flowerworks seeds to her Aunty.

'Söldner-X 2: Final Prototype' (PS3) Announced

by Rainier on Sept. 14, 2009 @ 3:32 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Staged across seven unique action-loaded levels accompanied with an adrenaline pumping soundtrack, Söldner-X 2: Final Prototype combines traditional 2D gameplay with detailed high definition graphics and a taste of fresh innovations.

'King's Table' (NDS) Announced - Screens

by Rainier on Sept. 14, 2009 @ 3:23 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

King's Table was, and is, a game about attack and defense! Even with rather simple rules, it requires tactical sense and ability to understand the opponents thinking, featuring a single-player option against an artificial opponent, and a multi-player option against another human opponent.

'Spaceball: Revolution' (Wii) - New Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on Sept. 14, 2009 @ 12:15 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Steer your way through 15 diabolical levels in which you’ll have to reconstruct impossible figures with help from space energy balls. Race against the clock and evade obstacles to activate the correct boxes. Spaceball: Revolution will put your ability and your concentration to the test. The game also lets you compare your score with the best players around the world in various difficulty levels: Easy, Normal, Advanced and Master.

Konami to Show Off Five New Titles At Tokyo Game Show 2009

by Rainier on Sept. 14, 2009 @ 12:00 a.m. PDT | Filed under Tokyo Game Show - Tokyo Game Show 2009

Konami announced its partial line-up of titles it will be showing off at Tokyo Game Show 2009 (Sept. 24 - 27), such as Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker, Winning Eleven 2010 and Winning Eleven Play Maker 2010, but also five yet unknown titles, possibly the new Castlevania: Lords of Shadow and Metal Gear Solid Rising, but also a few yet to be announced titles.

'Guitar Hero 5' (ALL) Developers Challenge You

by Rainier on Sept. 14, 2009 @ 12:00 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. while also adding new gameplay mode.

'Uncharted 2: Among Thieves' (PS3) Trophies Revealed

by Rainier on Sept. 14, 2009 @ 12:00 a.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.

I'm Stuffed, but the U.S. Open is Ours!

by Rainier on Sept. 14, 2009 @ 12:00 a.m. PDT | Filed under MOTD

We were on an odd schedule today. We slept early, woke up at 6 am, watched some "Hell's Kitchen," had an early breakfast because we had to attend a block party around noon, a Mexican-themed food fest with plenty of margaritas and beer. A good time was had, and after a few hours we rolled away, feeling completely stuffed.

We watched some "Leverage" when we got home, but with our bellies full, it didn't take long before my wife and I passed out on the couch, waking up just in time to cheer for Kim Clijsters in the U.S. Open women's final. While she was off to a great start and was up 2-0, she faltered shortly afterward to barely take the first set at 7-5. The second set started off shaky, but Kim found her rhythm midway and finished off Caroline Wozniacki 6-3 to take home her second Grand Slam title.

Time for a victory dance in the living room!