by Rainier on Sept. 3, 2009 @ 8:09 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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MotorStorm Arctic Edge sees the music, the festival and the brutal off-road racing arrive in the breathtaking yet lethal and unpredictable setting of Alaska. With temperatures plummeting, sudden avalanches, broken ice bridges, and three different racing altitudes, this is possibly the most inhospitable environment the MotorStormers have ever had to deal with.
by Rainier on Sept. 3, 2009 @ 7:58 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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With customizable ships and characters from the Klingon Empire and United Federation of Planets, ground, space and shipboard gameplay and unique options for player-generated content set in the Star Trek universe, Star Trek Online is the MMOG that allows you to boldly go where no one has gone before! Fans interesting in participating in the closed beta test, can now sign up.
by Rainier on Sept. 3, 2009 @ 6:14 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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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.
by Rainier on Sept. 3, 2009 @ 6:05 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Sony has
rolled out new PlayStation Store content, starting with Qore Sept. 2009 ($2.99), NBA 2K10: Draft Combine ($4.99), Battle Tanks ($9.99), Capcom Super Pack (7 PSN titles for $49.99), Capcom Combo Pack (7 PSN titles for $29.99); demos for Fight Night Round 4, and NBA 2K10: Draft Combine; DLCs for FEAR 2: Project Origin, PAIN; song packs for Guitar Hero, Rock Band (Unplugged); and the usual game/movie trailers, PS3 themes and downloadable PSP games (Patapon at $15.99, Fate/Unlimited Codes at $29.99).
by Rainier on Sept. 3, 2009 @ 5:33 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:
- Assassin's Creed [ALL] - Gameplay Trailer
- Twin Sector - Trailer #2
- Heroes of Newerth - Debut Trailer
- Need for Speed Shift [ALL] - Willow Springs Trailer
- Resident Evil: The Darkside Chronicles [Wii] - PAX 09 Trailer (2)
- Forza Motorsport 3 [X360] - Bugatti Veyron Trailer
- Cabela's Outdoor Adventures [ALL] - Trailer
We will update this throughout the day when new trailers become available. Read more for download links ..
by Rainier on Sept. 3, 2009 @ 5:24 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Kingdom Hearts: 358/2 Days is set during the KH II events, and has Roxas as the main character. You will explore a variety of Disney worlds in not only single-player mode, but also in multiplayer missions made possible by the NDS' networking features.
by Rainier on Sept. 3, 2009 @ 5:19 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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You dive off a skyscraper, relying on quick reflexes to negotiate the intricate tangle of girders that make up the City. You perform aerial stunts at terminal velocity before parachuting into the arms of your cheering fans.
by Rainier on Sept. 3, 2009 @ 5:07 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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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.
by Rainier on Sept. 3, 2009 @ 5:00 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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When Microsoft
shut down Shadowrun studio FASA, founder
Jordan Weisman bought back the rights to MechWarrior, Shadowrun, Crimson Skies and the other properties in the FASA catalog, and formed Smith & Tinker. At that time, it was too early to announce any plans, but in the meantime it has been confirmed that Piranha Games is working on Mechwarrior 5. Unfortunatly it seems the released trailer infringes on certain trademarked figures from the Robotech/Macross universe, owned by Harmony Gold, who has
been sending out cease and desist orders.
by Rainier on Sept. 3, 2009 @ 2:37 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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For the first time, players will have the ability to physically play the game using an innovative motion sensing skateboard controller, allowing for unprecedented freedom and movement. Tony Hawk: RIDE focuses on innovation and fun, bringing the action-sports franchise to the forefront with cutting-edge technology for the hardcore fans and accessibility for the mass audience.
by Rainier on Sept. 3, 2009 @ 2:25 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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NBA 2K10 is expected to deliver the most realistic, stylistic, and feature-rich simulation experience ever available in the NBA 2K franchise – from gameplay to graphics, presentation and online features. The soundtrack will feature a cross- genre lineup of music by top artists such as Kanye West, MGMT, K’naan, Metric, Ratatat, as well as an original song from Grammy-nominated artist, The Game, titled “Champion.”
by Rainier on Sept. 3, 2009 @ 2:16 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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In MySims Agents you take on the role of a special agent hired to foil the sinister plans of Morcubus, lord of the underworld. By recruiting different MySims, each with their own special characteristics, you can build up your very own crime-busting team.
by Rainier on Sept. 3, 2009 @ 2:04 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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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. BioWare has joined forces with Penny Arcade's Gabe & Tycho, to create a new 8-part web comic.
by Rainier on Sept. 3, 2009 @ 1:51 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Beaterator is a powerful music mixer with robust beatmaking features, as well as a highly addictive collection of original music and rhythm games and challenge modes - all available in the palm of your hand.
by Rainier on Sept. 3, 2009 @ 1:37 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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OnLive is a revolutionary, on-demand video game platform delivering the latest and most advanced games instantly on any TV via a sleek, inexpensive MicroConsole, or on almost any PC or Mac.
Back in March people could start signing up for participating in the beta test, and according to Founder/CEO Steve Perlman they are opening the OnLive Beta to outside gamers who signed up (and you can still do so).
by Rainier on Sept. 3, 2009 @ 11:08 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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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.
by Rainier on Sept. 3, 2009 @ 10:50 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Madballs...in Babo: Invasion is a gameplay rich, feature laden 'casually hardcore' arena based 3D action shooter, where you're able to design your own combat maps by placing a combination of map tiles to create a never before seen map before gameplay starts.
by Rainier on Sept. 3, 2009 @ 10:40 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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A steam-ship period tactical naval simulator focusing on fleet-scale battles in real time. Manage financial and strategic aspects while planning your squadron's structure. Scramble your fleet to gain sea supremacy.
by Rainier on Sept. 3, 2009 @ 10:27 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Mini Ninjas is an action-adventure game that combines furious action with stealth and exploration.
by Rainier on Sept. 3, 2009 @ 9:38 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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IL-2 Sturmovik: Birds of Prey is based around the large-scale aerial combat and ground military operations of WWII. Players can participate in some of the most famous battles piloting fighters, battle planes and heavy bombers across a range of 50+ missions.
by Rainier on Sept. 3, 2009 @ 9:29 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Arcade Attack is a side-scrolling beat-em-up game is a tribute to the coin-op classics that made the Turtles legends. The Turtles make their return to NDS to clean up the crime-riddled streets of NYC. Shredder stands poised to take over the city—and only you can rally the might of the ninja brothers to put a stop to the threat in the present and the future...
by Rainier on Sept. 3, 2009 @ 9:03 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Warhammer Online: Age of Reckoning brings Games Workshop's fantasy world to life in a way that will allow players to create characters destined for great deeds and glory on the field of battle. Mythic and The Black Library announced Forged in Chaos, the third all-new novel based on the MMORPG.
by Adam Pavlacka on Sept. 3, 2009 @ 7:50 a.m. PDT | Filed under
Previews
Brütal Legend is a 3rd person Action/Adventure game starring Jack Black in the role of roadie Eddie Riggs, who sets on an epic quest to build an army of rockers with only a broad axe, a big block V8 and his faithful guitar in hand.
by Rainier on Sept. 3, 2009 @ 7:39 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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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.
by Rainier on Sept. 3, 2009 @ 7:21 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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While EA hasn't outright cancelled any titles EA Sports head honcho Peter Moore revealed in
a recent interview that it currently has no NASCAR titles in development and that there are no plans to do so in the immediate future. Moore was quoted saying that EA redeployed some of the people working on previous NASCAR titles, who moved over to work on EA Sports MMA.
by Rainier on Sept. 3, 2009 @ 7:13 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Let your past catch up with you in this unique new offering as echoshift introduces the new gaming concept, "Self Co-Op" (playing with your past/history), while bringing a fun and different twist to the puzzle genre.
by Rainier on Sept. 3, 2009 @ 7:04 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Star Wars The Clone Wars: Republic Heroes allows players to fight as both Jedi Knights and Clone Troopers through over 30 unique missions, all created incorporating the same ground-breaking, stunning visual style from the TV series. Featuring a brand-new storyline, players will get the chance to take part in the
by Rainier on Sept. 3, 2009 @ 6:50 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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In his evil plot to take over the Mushroom Kingdom, Fawful tricks Bowser into eating a magic mushroom. The mushroom causes Bowser to begin inhaling everything around him, including Mario, Luigi and Princess Peach! Do the Mario Bros. have the guts to rescue Peach and escape?
by Rainier on Sept. 3, 2009 @ 6:43 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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In Fairytale Fights players choose one favorite fairytale character with whom they will try and save a fantasy world from certain doom. Luckily many different weapons lay around in this fairytale world, which players can use to shoot and carve up enemies… and this is where the fun begins! Fairytale Fights will support up to 4 players online/offline in both Story Mode and vs. Modes, as well as voice chat and friendly fire toggle!
by Rainier on Sept. 3, 2009 @ 6:26 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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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.
by Rainier on Sept. 3, 2009 @ 6:16 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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In Winx Club: Believix in You, based on the fourth season of the TV series, the most famous fairies on TV are back in an exciting new story giving fans the chance to wield the incredible Believix powers in the ultimate fight over evil.
by Rainier on Sept. 3, 2009 @ 6:06 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Iceberg Interactive has signed a long term distribution deal with France based publisher/developer Microïds to distribute several titles into the United Kingdom and Benelux, starting with Return to Mysterious Island 2.
by Rainier on Sept. 3, 2009 @ 5:56 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Rapala: We Fish is the first fishing title developed specifically for Wii, featuring over-the-top fun and action-packed fishing. The game is packaged with the Rapala fishing rod and reel peripheral, letting players cast it, crank it and set the hook!
by Rainier on Sept. 3, 2009 @ 5:10 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Time is running out to get free downloadable games and applications for your Nintendo DSi system. Anyone who buys a Nintendo DSi system and connects it to the Nintendo DSi Shop by 11.59 pm PT on Oct. 5, 2009, will automatically receive 1,000 Nintendo DSi Points, which can be redeemed for a variety of games and applications.
by Rainier on Sept. 3, 2009 @ 5:04 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Light of Altair is a sci-fi colony building game with a deep plot. Grow colonies from landing pod to metropolis, while sending off new spaceships to expand your territory to other worlds. You are not alone in space, 8 factions from different parts of the world are all following their own agendas in the solar system; diplomacy and orbital-combat are essential to learn.
Capcom announced its line-up of titles it will be showing off at Tokyo Game Show 2009 (Sept. 24 - 27), such as Lost Planet 2 (PS3, Xbox 360), Resident Evil: Darkside Chronicles (Wii), Ghost Trick (NDS), Okamiden (NDS), and Rockman EXE Operation Shooting Star (NDS). Possibly more titles will be revealed at the show itself, but so far, no Dead Rising 2 ?
by Rainier on Sept. 3, 2009 @ 4:47 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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NewU Fitness First Personal Trainer is not specifically a game, but rather a title that perfectly combines Fitness, Nutritional Advice and Daily Healthy tips to offer a holistic experience through personal well-being.
by Rainier on Sept. 3, 2009 @ 4:35 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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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. At our preview session last week THQ revealed that 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.
by Brad Hilderbrand on Sept. 3, 2009 @ 2:43 a.m. PDT | Filed under
Reviews
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.
by Rainier on Sept. 3, 2009 @ 1:03 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Scene It? Bright Lights! Big Screen! offers a wide variety of media-rich trivia that provides movie fans and social gamers with a lively, competitive group gaming experience. Trivia content in the game will include recently released 2009 movies as well as fan favorite Hollywood hits from the last four decades.
by Rainier on Sept. 3, 2009 @ 1:00 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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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.
by Rainier on Sept. 3, 2009 @ 12:53 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Crazy Mini Golf 2 is the perfect Wii family gaming experience, a larger-than-life, party game that mimics the action and excitement of this popular sport, while also supporting the new Motion Plus Controller for the most realistic and accurate putting movement.
by Rainier on Sept. 3, 2009 @ 12:38 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Set amid a dramatic, epic backdrop of a warring world, Ninety-Nine Nights II blends strategy and action, allowing players to take control of massive armies to defeat thousands of enemies in massive-scaled battles never before seen.
by Rainier on Sept. 3, 2009 @ 12:00 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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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:
- Defense Grid: The Awakening (Xbox Live Arcade)
- AaaaaAAaaaAAAaaAAAAaAAAAA!!! -- A Reckless Disregard for Gravity(PC)
- Romance of Rome (PC)
- BattleForge: Renegade Edition (PC)
- Hardy Boys: Treasure on the Tracks (NDS)
We will update this throughout the day when new announcements become available. Read more for details ...
by Rainier on Sept. 3, 2009 @ 12:00 a.m. PDT | Filed under
MOTD
In case you didn't know, yesterday the Internet celebrated its 40th birthday. The first two ARPAnet computers connected at UCLA on Sept. 2, 1969, while the first message transmitted between network nodes from UCLA to Stanford University happened on Oct. 29, 1969.
Thanks UCLA. We wouldn't be here without you ....
So what's going on with Microsoft? No Ninety-Nine Nights II, no more Scene It? exclusive ...
No time for TV watching tonight. Worked late, went for a run, made dinner and then it was time to get back to work, but have no fear: The DVR is filled with goodies for tomorrow.
