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'Batman: Arkham City' (ALL) Will Have No Multiplayer After All

by Rainier on Feb. 14, 2011 @ 7:30 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Batman: Arkham City builds upon the intense, atmospheric foundation of Batman: Arkham Asylum, sending players soaring into Arkham City, the new maximum security “home” for all of Gotham City’s thugs, gangsters and insane criminal masterminds.

'Metal Assault' - Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on Feb. 14, 2011 @ 5:51 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Metal Assault is a fast-paced massively multiplayer online 2D shooter that promises to win over hardcore and casual players alike with a sizable helping of exciting player-versus-player and player-versus-environment game modes.

Indie Developer The Code Monkeys Shuts Down

by Rainier on Feb. 14, 2011 @ 5:43 p.m. PST | Filed under News

On the Company's 23rd birthday (Feb. 1, 2011), the  Directors/Shareholders of The Code Monkeys voted to cease trading. Over the years The Code Monkeys developed on about every platform out there (ZX81, DC, GBA, PSOne, NDS, PS2, PC) and most recently mainly on titles such as Triple Shot Sports (Wiiware) and Manic Monkey Mayhem (iPhone, PSP, Wii).

Various Game Trailers #1911

by Rainier on Feb. 14, 2011 @ 5:40 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:

  • Portal 2 [ALL] - Valentine's Card Trailer
  • Bulletstorm [ALL] - Bulletpoints With CliffB Trailer #3
  • Green Lantern: Rise of the Manhunters [ALL] - Debut Trailer
  • Crysis 2 [ALL] - Road Rage Trailer

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

'Arcana Heart 3' (PS3) Coming to North America - Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on Feb. 14, 2011 @ 5:29 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Arcana Heart 3 combines fast-paced aerial action with a unique cast for an extraordinary fighting experience never before seen in North America!

THQ Snags 'Voltron' License, Developing Multiple Games

by Rainier on Feb. 14, 2011 @ 5:15 p.m. PST | Filed under News

THQ’s games will build on the epic adventure that blazed onto television screens in 1984 as Voltron:  Defender of the Universe, in which five robotic lions, piloted by a team of brave space explorers, combine to form the mighty robot hero, Voltron.

'Dungeon Siege III' (ALL) - 25 New Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on Feb. 14, 2011 @ 2:00 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Dungeon Siege 3 will bring together the beloved aspects of the Dungeon Siege franchise with Obsidian Entertainment's expertise, to create an evolved action-RPG experience. In addition to its arrival on high-def consoles for the first time, the game will also feature an all-new co-op multiplayer mode.

'Portal 2' (ALL) Reveals System Requirements, Kicks Off Pre-Order Sales

by Rainier on Feb. 14, 2011 @ 1:41 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Portal 2 is a stand-alone, full-price retail release with new gameplay mechanics, story line, and some surprising new twists.

'The Sims Medieval' - 25 New Screens

by Rainier on Feb. 14, 2011 @ 1:20 p.m. PST | Filed under News

The Sims Medieval places the Sims characters into the Middle Ages and brings players robust, compelling gameplay never seen before in the history of The Sims, letting you create heroes, venture on quests, build and control a kingdom, and play every Hero Sim  character in the land.

'NBA 2K11' (ALL) v1.0.1 Patches Available NOW

by Rainier on Feb. 14, 2011 @ 12:57 p.m. PST | Filed under Patch

NBA 2K11 delivers the most realistic, stylistic, and feature-rich simulation experience ever available in the NBA 2K franchise – from gameplay to graphics, presentation and online features.

'Get Fit With Mel B' (ALL) Coming To The Wii Soon - Screens

by Rainier on Feb. 14, 2011 @ 12:48 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Take the official license and the knowledge of Fitness First, then add a complete and comprehensive nutritional program, 6 types of aerobics disciplines with more than 100 tailored exercises, a brand new proprietary technology and, above all, Mel B, the top worldwide celebrity to train with!

'Hearts of Iron: The Card Game' Announced

by Rainier on Feb. 14, 2011 @ 12:42 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Hearts of Iron: The Card Game is a free-to-play online card game where players get to re-enact World War II in their browser. The game features over 120 unique cards with authentic World War II vehicles, locations and events.

'Cars 2: The Video Game' (ALL) Announced - Screens

by Rainier on Feb. 14, 2011 @ 10:19 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Cars 2: The Video Game, inspired by the upcoming Disney*Pixar animated film,  will allow players to jump into the Cars universe with a brand new international spy theme, featuring an array of beloved Cars characters competing in action-packed spy adventures, as well as world-class racing.

'MindJack' (ALL) Prepping Two New Map Packs, Coming Soon

by Rainier on Feb. 14, 2011 @ 10:12 a.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.

'Shadows of the Damned' (ALL) - 10 New Screens

by Rainier on Feb. 14, 2011 @ 9:26 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Shadows of the Damned is an all-new psychological action thriller that follows a demon hunter deep into a hyper-twisted re-imagining of hell where he must rescue the love of his life by defeating the armies of darkness with the power of the light.

'SingStar' (PS3) Adding 58 New Tracks This Week

by Rainier on Feb. 14, 2011 @ 9:22 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Packed with new features, for the first time ever SingStar lets you personalize your play lists by downloading the songs of your choice – so you can sing along to what you want, when you want it.

'Resistance 3' (PS3) - 5 New Screens

by Rainier on Feb. 14, 2011 @ 9:19 a.m. PST | Filed under News

In Resistance 3, humans are hunted by Chimeran death squads, but various groups have figured out different ways to survive across the destroyed country.

'Dance Central' (X360) To Expand With Chic, Missy Elliott, Rick James And Amerie

by Rainier on Feb. 14, 2011 @ 9:16 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Dance Central is the first immersive dance video game that features and tracks full-body dance moves. Completely free from any controller, every routine has authentic choreography for beginners and experts alike to master, alongside a killer soundtrack that spans today’s current pop, hip-hop and R&B artists.

'Warriors: Legends of Troy' (ALL) - 36 New Screens

by Rainier on Feb. 14, 2011 @ 9:03 a.m. PST | Filed under News

In the age when Zeus Almighty ruled over immortals and men, what begins as a truce between two cities quickly erupts into a massive war that will shake the very foundations of Olympus. Two great armies clash not over home and country, but for the love of a single woman. The fates of these civilizations now stand upon the razor's edge.

Unreal Development Kit - February Beta Available NOW

by Rainier on Feb. 14, 2011 @ 8:27 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Epic Games launched the Unreal Development Kit (UDK), a free edition of Unreal Engine 3, providing the community access to the toolset like never before, and has now released an updated version, including iOS support.

'MotoGP 10/11' (ALL) Demo On PSN/XBL This Week - Screens

by Rainier on Feb. 14, 2011 @ 8:18 a.m. PST | Filed under News

MotoGP 10/11 will deliver all the content from the 2010 MotoGP season and offer downloadable updates for the 2011 MotoGP championship shortly after the season starts.

'Mirror's Edge 2' (ALL) Development Halted

by Rainier on Feb. 14, 2011 @ 8:14 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Mirror's Edge is a first-person action adventure game where you are Faith, a 'runner' framed for murder in a world where communication channels are highly monitored and the movement of human traffic is closely watched.

'ArcaniA: Fall of Setarrif' Gets Release Date - Screens

by Rainier on Feb. 14, 2011 @ 8:01 a.m. PST | Filed under News

ArcaniA: Fall of Setarrif is an action filled add-on where our nameless hero will continue his journey and encounter fierce new enemies, all new items, more exotic areas to explore, but also lets you experience the story from a different perspective and play as different characters.

'LEGO Star Wars III: The Clone Wars' (ALL) Reveals Unlockable Characters

by Rainier on Feb. 14, 2011 @ 7:53 a.m. PST | Filed under News

LEGO Star Wars III: The Clone Wars will include all the characters from the animated TV series, as well as some fan-favorite characters from the theatrical Star Wars Saga. The game will feature brand new battle modes, giving players head-to-head combat and an upgraded level builder, allowing the creation of customized bases and in-game battlefields.

'F.E.A.R. 3' (ALL) Lets You Play As Paxton Fettel - New Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on Feb. 14, 2011 @ 7:36 a.m. PST | Filed under News

F.E.A.R. 3 is a heart-pounding paranormal horror first-person shooter unleashing intense combat, compelling narrative and co-op play that evolves the franchise.

PS3 Preview - 'Ar tonelico Qoga: Knell of Ar Ciel'

by Dustin Chadwell on Feb. 14, 2011 @ 6:50 a.m. PST | Filed under Previews

Ar tonelico Qoga is the final installment in the Ar tonelico series. In Sol Cluster, a kingdom is ruled by Clustania, an organization with an ultimate goal of enslaving humans and ruling the world. Two key Reyvateils (humanoids) fight back against the injustice.

'Halo: Reach' (X360) Defiant Map Pack Coming Next Month - Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on Feb. 14, 2011 @ 6:38 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Step into the boots of a Spartan III, as Halo: Reach charts the story of Noble Team in their heroic stand to defend the planet Reach, its people and secrets against a ruthless assault by an alien collective known as the Covenant.

'Transformers: Dark of the Moon' (ALL) Announced

by Rainier on Feb. 14, 2011 @ 6:29 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Transformers: Dark of the Moon allows players to fight through the battles on Earth that will shape the events of the upcoming film. Armed with a brand-new gameplay mechanic, fans will harness the power of Stealth Force to instantly convert to a third, hybrid state that combines the weapons and firepower of robot mode with the agility and maneuverability of vehicle mode.

'A Valley Without Wind' - New Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on Feb. 14, 2011 @ 6:01 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Set in a post-ice-age world in the distant future,  the game focuses on survival and exploration. As a random survivor of  this harsh world, you decide what impact to make on it.

'Breach' (ALL) Rolls Out X360 Patch, Extends Demo Time

by Rainier on Feb. 14, 2011 @ 5:54 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Breach is a first-person multiplayer shooter that literally blows the floor out from under conventional military shooters, introducing new kinds of destruction that haven't been seen in any other game.

'Sid Meier's Civilization IV' Song Wins Grammy Award

by Rainier on Feb. 14, 2011 @ 5:37 a.m. PST | Filed under News

The fourth title in the series of turn-based strategy games, Sid Meier's Civilization IV expands on the beloved gameplay of its predecessors with countless new gameplay changes and improvements, including religion, great people and for the first time in the Civilization series, a full 3D engine.

'Beyond Good & Evil HD' (ALL) - New Screens

by Rainier on Feb. 14, 2011 @ 12:00 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Armed with her camera, aikido staff, and resolute investigative skills, Jade sets out to expose the dark secrets behind these alien invasions and to liberate the minds of her deceived people. Pushed to the very edge of her physical and spiritual will, she soon discovers that even these limits are not what they seem … Her quest for the truth knows no bounds.

'Mortal Kombat' (ALL) Live-Action Series Reveals Actors

by Rainier on Feb. 14, 2011 @ 12:00 a.m. PST | Filed under News

The newest chapter of the fight franchise marks a return to the series’ mature presentation and a reinvention of its classic 2D fighting mechanic. Driven by an all new graphics engine, the Fatality is back, presented in more gory detail than ever before, as well as a number of new game-play features and a deep story mode.

Nintendo Download (NDSi/Wii) Monday, February 14, 2011

by Rainier on Feb. 14, 2011 @ 12:00 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Nintendo added three WiiWare (two demos), and three NDSiWare titles to the Shop Channels. Nintendo owners with online access can redeem points to download: Pucca’s kisses game, chick chick BOOM, Chronos Twins DX (Wiiware), Treasure Hunter X, Oscar in Toyland 2, and Panda Craze (NDSi).

'Baron Wittard: Nemesis of Ragnarok' - New Screens

by Rainier on Feb. 14, 2011 @ 12:00 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Baron Wittard: Nemesis of Ragnarok is a point-and-click adventure game where players will investigate an abandoned monumental pleasure dome by the name of Utopia, facing the lurking horrors of this desolate place with only a camera and torch, and find out what dark secret the Baron kept from the world.

'Lineage II' High Five Update Adds Improvements Based On Player Feedback

by Rainier on Feb. 14, 2011 @ 12:00 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Lineage II, popular with player-versus-player fans, provides gamers with a sprawling, visually-stunning, fantasy world. Lineage II allows players to take on solo adventures or join with gamers from around the world to battle fierce dragons, take part in heroic struggles and lay siege to majestic castles.

PlayStation 2 Sales Reach 150 Million Units Worldwide

by Rainier on Feb. 14, 2011 @ 12:00 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Sony Computer Entertainment announced that the cumulative sales of PS2 system reached 150 million units worldwide,  10 years and 11 months since PlayStation 2's release in Japan in March 2000.

I'm Going Back And Clean The Crackers Out Of My Bed; I'm Expecting Company

by Rainier on Feb. 14, 2011 @ 12:00 a.m. PST | Filed under MOTD

The weekend flew by again. Why can't it drag on like the work week usually does? Luckily, the weather was quite good, and it only started raining this morning.

Was a relaxing day yesterday with lots of food (dim sum with some friends in the morning, lamb stew for dinner), some gaming (DC Universe Online, Stronghold Kingdom) and lots of TV watching (Knight & Day, Blue Bloods, Bones and Fringe). No, I didn't get around to fixing my PC yet, but I looked at it a few times. I'm getting warmed up!

For all you forgetful folks out there, today is Valentine's Day, so put down the controller and do/get something nice for your wife, fiancée, girlfriend or mother.