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'Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood' (ALL) v1.02 Patch Available NOW

by Rainier on April 5, 2011 @ 4:42 p.m. PDT | Filed under Patch

Live and breathe as Ezio, now a legendary master assassin, in his struggle against the Templar order. Lead your own brotherhood of assassins and strike at the heart of the enemy, Rome.

'The Witcher 2: Assassins of Kings' (ALL) - New Screens

by Rainier on April 5, 2011 @ 4:41 p.m. PDT | 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.

'The Sims Medieval' v1.2.3 Patch Available NOW

by Rainier on April 5, 2011 @ 4:20 p.m. PDT | Filed under Patch

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.

'Mortal Kombat' (ALL) Goes Gold - New Screens

by Rainier on April 5, 2011 @ 3:51 p.m. PDT | 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.

'NBA Jam: On Fire Edition' (ALL) Announced

by Rainier on April 5, 2011 @ 3:41 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

NBA Jam: On Fire Edition will feature exciting new gameplay enhancements, including ground-breaking artificial intelligence that will change the way gamers play NBA Jam. 

'Petz Fantasy 3D' (3DS) Announced - Screens

by Rainier on April 5, 2011 @ 3:32 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Petz Fantasy 3D is a fresh new nurturing game for the new Nintendo 3DS platform, allowing players to take care of incredibly realistic, surprising and adorable magical pets in an all-new way.

'Skullgirls' (ALL) To Combat Multiplayer Lag With New Tech

by Rainier on April 5, 2011 @ 3:14 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Skullgirls is a fast-paced 2D fighting game that puts players in control of fierce female warriors in an extraordinary Dark Deco world. Calling to mind old-school arcade fighters, it’s a one-of-a-kind, action-packed competition complete with awesome combos and an intriguing backstory.

Various Game Trailers #1932

by Rainier on April 5, 2011 @ 1:31 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:

  • Inversion [ALL] - Live Action Trailer
  • MX vs. ATV Alive [PS3/X360] - Bar To Bar Trailer
  • Green Lantern: Rise Of The Manhunter [ALL] - CGI Trailer
  • Portal 2 [ALL] - Turrets Trailer
  • Brink [ALL] - Abilities Trailer

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

'Pacman & Galaga Dimensions' (3DS) - 27 New Screens

by Rainier on April 5, 2011 @ 12:14 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Pac-Man and Galaga enter a new dimension of fun with two brand new titles, each taking advantage of the 3DS system’s unique and innovative technology.

'Steel Diver' (3DS) Gets Euro Date

by Rainier on April 5, 2011 @ 12:01 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Steel Diver is a new action-packed submarine combat game from Nintendo that immerses players in the 3D action with unique game controls and lush 3D environments.

'The Dark Eye: Demonicon' (ALL) Powered By The Vision Game Engine

by Rainier on April 5, 2011 @ 11:24 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

The Dark Eye: Demonicon is an action RPG featuring a strong story and dynamic battles, based on the original set of rules and the game world of The Dark Eye. An epic story, cinematically presented, as well as detailed characters and gripping quests are the results of the elaborate production.

'The Sims 3' Expands With Generations Addon - Screens

by Rainier on April 5, 2011 @ 10:51 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

In The Sims 3: Generations you will be able to take the reins and act out life’s most humorous and memorable moments from childhood to teenage years to adulthood in this new expansion pack

Good Old Games Adds Funbox Media Titles

by Rainier on April 5, 2011 @ 10:45 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

GOG.com has signed a digital distribution agreement with Funbox Media, expanding its catalog with classics like Realms of the Haunting and Guilty Gear X2 Reload (available soon), priced at $5.99, both Win7/Vista compatible, and DRM free.

PopCap Games Launches New Small Games Label

by Rainier on April 5, 2011 @ 10:22 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

PopCap Games announced the formation of 4th & Battery, a new experimental label where PopCap’s designers and developers have free reign to create smaller, simpler, and sometimes edgier games without the typical constraints of an established global games publisher.

'Green Lantern: Rise of the Manhunters' (ALL) - New Screens

by Rainier on April 5, 2011 @ 9:15 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Green Lantern: Rise of the Manhunters is an action-adventure game inspired by the feature film, in which players will utilize over a dozen constructs and take flight across the deepest parts of the Universe to restore intergalactic order by wielding the ultimate weapon: the Green Lantern power ring.

'Rugby World Cup 2011' (ALL) Announced

by Rainier on April 5, 2011 @ 8:57 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Rugby World Cup 2011 will challenge players to pick from the 20 Rugby World Cup 2011 participating countries, and attempt to lead their team through the pool phase progress to the Final and the opportunity to lift the prestigious Webb Ellis Cup.

'Black Mirror 3' Demo Available NOW

by Rainier on April 5, 2011 @ 8:21 a.m. PDT | Filed under Demo

Black Mirror 3, like its predecessor, delivers a classic point & click adventure in 2.5D technology. The game uses a combination of stunning two-dimensional backgrounds, and detailed three-dimensional characters, and utilizes the power of the Black Mirror 2 graphics engine to deliver breathtaking visuals.

'Might & Magic: Clash of Heroes' (ALL) Explains Basic Tactics - Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on April 5, 2011 @ 2:13 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Might and Magic Clash of Heroes will take advantage of the next-gen consoles’ capabilities to increase its visual appeal and enrich the multiplayer experience. With a unique mix of RPG and an exceptional puzzle battle system, this upcoming release will give Might & Magic fans something to look forward to.

'Gran Turismo 5' (PS3) GT Academy Down To Final 16

by Rainier on April 5, 2011 @ 1:04 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Gran Turismo 5 promises 1000 vehicles, 20 tracks in 60 different layouts, custom soundtrack support, and while there is a damage model, it will be limited to certain car manufacturers.

Wii Preview - 'SpongeBob SquigglePants'

by Adam Pavlacka on April 5, 2011 @ 12:30 a.m. PDT | Filed under Previews

In SpongeBob's most crazy, creative adventure yet, be prepared to laugh your SquigglePants off as you tilt, flick , tap and draw through more than 100 Nanogames set in six zany worlds.

PS3/X360 Review - 'Stacking' The Lost Hobo King DLC

by Adam Pavlacka on April 5, 2011 @ 12:30 a.m. PDT | Filed under Reviews

Stacking is a third-person adventure puzzle game that makes players laugh while challenging their perception and intellect.

'Operation Flashpoint: Red River' (ALL) - 6 New Screens

by Rainier on April 5, 2011 @ 12:08 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Set to deliver an authentic and intensely personal US Marine Corps infantryman experience, Red River’s epic campaign will be played out on a deadly new battlefield set in the remote yet beautiful country of Tajikistan along the Vakhsh River.

'Burnout Crash' (ALL) Revealed

by Rainier on April 5, 2011 @ 12:00 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

A new product listing at the Australian Classification Board reveals that Electronic Arts plans to release a new installment in the Burnout franchise. Burnout Freestyle was recently revealed for Wii and NDS, but the development was halted. The last title in the series, Burnout Paradise, was released in 2008, and while no specific details have yet been released on Burnout Crash, the classification indicates this will be a multiplatform title, and has as origin "UK," strongly pointing  towards Criterion as developer.

'Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker' (PSP) Gets Its Own Clothing Line

by Rainier on April 5, 2011 @ 12:00 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

This latest PSP installment picks up where Metal Gear Solid 3 for the PS2 leaves off as players take control of the famed Naked Snake. Taking place in 1974, Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker features original game design, story and scenario by Hid

I Was Not Awakened When I Gave Orders For Wakening

by Rainier on April 5, 2011 @ 12:00 a.m. PDT | Filed under MOTD

Will Smith is hooking up with M. Night Shyamalan for a new sci-fi movie (also starring Smith's son Jaden). Tell me if this sounds familiar, It takes place 1,000 years in the future, where a boy and his father travel across a desolate, postapocalyptic Earth looking for hope after their ship crash-landed. Hmm, sounds a bit like The Road meets The Book of Eli — oh wait, it is co-written by Gary Whitta, who wrote the latter. Been there, seen that!

We watched some more Southland and wrapped up the season, so now we have two seasons of Criminal Minds to catch up on and a bunch of Leverage episodes. Almost there!

Been playing quite a bit of Battlefield Play4Free today and loving it. The LMG could use some tweaking because combined with the medic ability, that class seems a bit overpowered.