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'NewU Mind Body Yoga & Pilates Workout' (Wii) Coming to North America - Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on Nov. 16, 2010 @ 10:41 p.m. PST | Filed under News

NewU Mind Body Yoga & Pilates Workout is the second release of the fitness series, focusing on Yoga and Pilates workouts, and is fully compatible with Wii Balance Board and Wii MotionPlus to track program users’ movements through a workout program designed to meet their specific goals.

'Phantom Brave: The Hermuda Triangle' (PSP) Coming To North America

by Rainier on Nov. 16, 2010 @ 9:43 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Phantom Brave is a turn based strategy RPG that incorporates unique battle styles and a hardcore character customization system. Players can create units from a list of monster/ghost categories and power them up to exponentially.

The Prince of Persia Trilogy Coming Exclusively To PSN

by Rainier on Nov. 16, 2010 @ 9:24 p.m. PST | Filed under News

The Prince of Persia Trilogy will be available for download exclusively on the PlayStation Network, giving you the opportunity to re-live the Prince's adventures, upgraded with HD graphics and are ready for 3D-enabled televisions for the first time ever!

'Star Fox 64 3D' (NDS) - New Screens

by Rainier on Nov. 16, 2010 @ 9:04 p.m. PST | Filed under News

In Star Fox 64 3D players take the controls of their Arwing and complete 15 missions to reach the final objective: a showdown on Venom, the home planet of the interplanetary tyrant, Andross.

GamersGate Weekly Specials Nov. 16 - Nov. 21, 2010

by Rainier on Nov. 16, 2010 @ 8:38 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Digital distribution outlet GamersGate announced its weekly specials, starting with 50-66% off a slew of dragon themed titles such as Spellforce 2, Gothic II, Safecracker, Beyond Divinity, A Farewell to Dragons, and a slew of others, while the Deals of the Weekend is offering Theatre of War 2: Kursk 1943 at anywhere from 50 to 80% off.

PlayStation Store Gets Crazy Taxi, Mini Golf, PoP HD, Demos, DLCs, Tracks

by Rainier on Nov. 16, 2010 @ 7:44 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Sony has rolled out new PlayStation Store content, starting with Crazy Taxi, 3D Ultra Mini Golf Adventures 2, Sky Fighter, Prince of Persia: Sands of Time HD, demos for Start The Party, Saw II, John Daly’s ProStroke Golf, Vanquish, DLCs for Comet Crash, LittleBigPlanet, Front Mission Evolved, Space Invaders Infinity Gene, Worms 2: Armageddon, Fist of the North Star, Marvel Super Hero Squad: The Infinity Gauntlet, PAIN, EyePet, Vanquish, DJ Hero 2, Super Street Fighter IV, Need For Speed Hot Pursuit, song packs for Def Jam Rapstar, and Rock Band, the usual game/movie trailers, and PS3 themes, and downloadable PSP/PS0ne games (Peggle, Split Second, PES 2011, Ghost Recon: Predator).

'Rubik's Puzzle Galaxy: Rush' (Wii) Also Coming to PC, Soon - Screens

by Rainier on Nov. 16, 2010 @ 7:29 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Rubik's Puzzle Galaxy: Rush is a 3D puzzle game with more than 70 challenging levels. Players need to guide Cubes to color coded exit points. Players herd the colored cubes along by using Conveyer Belts, Warps, Stop Signs, Directional Signs and Splits.

'Blood Bowl: Legendary Edition' v2.0.0.6 Patch Available NOW

by Rainier on Nov. 16, 2010 @ 4:35 p.m. PST | Filed under Patch

Blood Bowl is a "game" of American football played by the insane warriors of the fantasy Warhammer universe. The Blood Bowl: Legendary Edition adds 12 new playable races, new and more impressive stadiums, a new Story mode, as well as many additions and updates.

'The Witcher 2' (ALL) Reveals Collector's Edition, Release Date - Trailer

by Rainier on Nov. 16, 2010 @ 4:13 p.m. PST | Filed under News

The Witcher 2: Assassins of Kings features all new dialogue, updated graphics engine, realistic environment, revamped day/night cycle, actions that affect AI behavior, more dynamic/spectacular/bloody finishing moves and plenty more.

Activision Lays Off 1% Of Its Workforce, Shuts Down Budcat Creations

by Rainier on Nov. 16, 2010 @ 3:56 p.m. PST | Filed under News

It seems that the Bizarre Creations troubles are not the only looming signs over at Activision, as 88 positions (approximately 1% of its workforce) in its California-based Quality Assurance team have been laid off, and Iowa-based Budcat Creations has been shut down.

'MicroBot' (ALL) - Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on Nov. 16, 2010 @ 3:01 p.m. PST | Filed under News

MicroBot is a unique gameplay experience taking players inside the human body, challenging gamers to control a microscopic ship--a MicroBot--on a mission to destroy a biotechnological infestation.

Various Game Trailers #1888

by Rainier on Nov. 16, 2010 @ 2:18 p.m. PST | 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:

  • DiRT 3 [ALL] - Dev Diary Trailer #1
  • Vindictus [PC] - The Way Out Trailer
  • Dead Meets Lead [PC] - Gameplay Trailer

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

'Need for Speed: Shift 2 Unleashed' (ALL) Announced - Trailer

by Rainier on Nov. 16, 2010 @ 12:51 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Shift 2 Unleashed builds on the true drivers experience by introducing the driver’s battle, an even more authentic and primal feeling of power and speed which elevates the fundamental competitive race into a struggle for supremacy against other drivers and even the track itself.

Tuesday, November 16, 2010 Shipping Announcements

by Rainier on Nov. 16, 2010 @ 12:45 p.m. PST | 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:


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

'Marvel vs. Capcom 3' (ALL) Reveals New Characters, Special Edition, Release Date - Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on Nov. 16, 2010 @ 12:29 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Iconic Marvel and Capcom characters join forces again in a re-envisioned team fighting game for a new generation. Fill the shoes of legendary characters from the most beloved franchises in entertainment as you battle in a living comic book brought to life in a versus fighting game.

'Bloodline Champions' Pre-Order Gets You Early Beta Access

by Rainier on Nov. 16, 2010 @ 12:21 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Bloodline Champions is a free-to-play arena-based player vs. player game featuring unique and action-packed gameplay for up to ten people.

'Zombie Driver' v1.2.2 Patch Adds Blood Race Mode, Available NOW

by Rainier on Nov. 16, 2010 @ 12:15 p.m. PST | Filed under Patch

Zombie Driver is an action driving game with a top down perspective and a dynamic helicopter chase camera. Fight your way through the streets of a zombie infested city to save the survivors of a disastrous chemical accident that changed most of the city's population into mindless brain hungry monsters.

'MindJack' (PS3/X360) - 20 New Screens

by Rainier on Nov. 16, 2010 @ 12:08 p.m. PST | Filed under News

With this unique action shooter set in 2031, MindJack offers a distinctive experience that throws players into a revolutionary playing field where an engaging solo campaign transitions seamlessly to thrilling, cooperative multiplayer gameplay.

Namco Bandai Revamping Classic Games As Downloadable Titles

by Rainier on Nov. 16, 2010 @ 11:37 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Namco Generations games will reinvent favorite Namco franchises with high-definition graphics, enhanced gameplay features, and regularly updated community news.

'Gods vs. Humans' (Wii) Also On PC - Demo Available NOW

by Rainier on Nov. 16, 2010 @ 11:28 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Gods vs. Humans a strategy game taking place in a universe mixing goofy characters and the greatest mythologies. Starting with the Norse mythology, the player will be able to embody Odin, Thor and many more Divinities later on. Humans were bold enough to challenge the Gods and it’s up to the player to teach them a lesson!

Activision Looking To Close Or Sell Bizarre Creations

by Rainier on Nov. 16, 2010 @ 11:01 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Three years ago Activision made a big splash when it acquired U.K.-based developer Bizarre Creations, known for the PGR franchise and, more recently, Blur. It seems that merry marriage is over, as rumors from earlier today about the closure have been somewhat confirmed.

'World of Tanks' Beta Successful With Half A Million Players - Screens

by Rainier on Nov. 16, 2010 @ 10:47 a.m. PST | Filed under News

In World of Tanks 30-player teams are fighting action-packed PvP battles. The game features more than 150 armored fighting vehicles from the pre-WW2 era up to the Korean War: light, medium, heavy and super heavy tanks, tank destroyers, self-propelled howitzers and rocket artillery. The game includes American, German and Soviet tanks.

'Fallen Earth' Details Upcoming Changes, New Content

by Rainier on Nov. 16, 2010 @ 10:20 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Fallen Earth is a post-apocalyptic massively multiplayer online game that mixes FPS style with traditional RPG mechanics, where six factions are struggling to emerge from the collapse of civilization brought on by viruses and environmental disaster.

'Majesty 2' Gets Final Expansion, 'Monster Kingdom' Announced - Screens

by Rainier on Nov. 16, 2010 @ 9:36 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Majesty 2 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. The first patch adds some new game features, as well as addresses issues affecting the overall gaming experience.

'Priston Tale 2' Adds New Location, Monsters, Items And Quests

by Rainier on Nov. 16, 2010 @ 9:30 a.m. PST | Filed under News

A free to play fantasy MMORPG, Priston Tale 2 has you fight against the god of evil's minions, trying to resurrect their master. On the bring of losing the war, you set out on a journey to find the Second Enigma to rescue the world.

'Forsaken World' - Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on Nov. 16, 2010 @ 2:28 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Forsaken World, previously know as Project EM or PEM, is an all new 3D fantasy MMORPG that breaks new ground by bringing together the best of eastern and western cultures to offering an entirely new interactive entertainment experience to players.

'Bloodline Champions' Sets Date For Open Beta

by Rainier on Nov. 16, 2010 @ 2:25 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Bloodline Champions is a free-to-play arena-based player vs. player game featuring unique and action-packed gameplay for up to ten people.

'Dead Space 2' (ALL) - New Screens

by Rainier on Nov. 16, 2010 @ 1:06 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Isaac Clarke returns for another heart-pounding adventure, taking the fight to the Necromorphs in this thrilling action-horror experience using gruesome new tools, empowering him as he meets new characters, explores Zero-G environments, and fights against a relentless necromorph onslaught.

PS3 Review - 'Call of Duty: Black Ops'

by Sanford May on Nov. 16, 2010 @ 12:30 a.m. PST | Filed under Reviews

Call of Duty: Black Ops takes players behind enemy lines in an entirely new chapter in the first-person action series. Black Ops is set during the Cold War era featuring at least two main characters, multiplayer that will go beyond the single-player story, as well as a two- to four-player co-op mode.

'Michael Jackson: The Experience' (ALL) Unveils Complete Tracklist

by Rainier on Nov. 16, 2010 @ 12:24 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Michael Jackson: The Experience will provide an interactive experience for the entire family that enables players to step into the shoes of Michael Jackson and re-live his most iconic performances through their own singing and dancing.

There's A Spider In Your Bathroom The Size Of A Buick

by Rainier on Nov. 16, 2010 @ 12:00 a.m. PST | Filed under MOTD

It turned out to be a nicely busy day yesterday, and it was topped off with the official word that APB is indeed coming back. I know a few people who will be stoked about that! Early 2011 is quite a wait, but if they can tighten up the combat and work out better anti-cheat, then I'm sure it will be a success, especially with the free2play model.

I'm sure a lot of people are waiting for Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood, and while we have been playing the game for the past few days, we are going to take an extra day to complete our review. We want to test out multiplayer in a live setting, especially since that is one of the major additions in this title.