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Ubisoft Acquires 'Trials' (ALL) Developer RedLynx

by Rainier on Nov. 2, 2011 @ 11:58 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Ubisoft announced that it has acquired Finland-based developer RedLynx, known for developing the digital brand “Trials”.

'Saints Row: The Third' (ALL) Details PC Features, System Requirements

by Rainier on Nov. 2, 2011 @ 11:52 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

The Syndicate, a legendary criminal fraternity with pawns in play all over the globe, has turned its eye on the Saints and demands tribute. Refusing to kneel to the Syndicate, you take the fight to a new city, playing out the most outlandish gameplay scenarios ever seen. Strap it on.

Silicon Knights Confirms Layoffs

by Rainier on Nov. 1, 2011 @ 4:37 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Canadian developer Silicon Knights, known for titles such as Too Human, Metal Gear Solid: Twin Snakes and most recently X-Men Destiny, has confirmed earlier layoff rumors. However, CFO Mike Mays sets the record straight that not 75% of its workforce was handed a pink slip, but rather around 60%. The reason given for the dismissal was a previously green-lit title that was abruptly canceled, leaving the Ontario studio with too many employees.

'Max Payne 3' (ALL) - New Screens

by Rainier on Nov. 1, 2011 @ 2:36 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Max Payne 3 tells the story of a retired police detective embroiled in a world of corruption, turmoil and intense violence.

'Gears of War 3' (X360) Horde Command Pack Live After Technical Issue, Free DLC Coming

by Rainier on Nov. 1, 2011 @ 1:57 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Gears of War 3 plunges players into a harrowing tale of hope, survival, and brotherhood that concludes the current story arc for Gears of War. With the last human city destroyed and the remaining survivors stranded, time is running out for Marcus and his comrades as they fight to save the human race from the jaws of extinction.

'The Sims Medieval' Deluxe Edition Bundles Expansion

by Rainier on Nov. 1, 2011 @ 1:24 p.m. PDT | 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.

'Army Men III' Revealed, Coming Soon - Screens

by Rainier on Nov. 1, 2011 @ 12:59 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Army Men III, unlike its previous isometric predecessors, is the 2nd and unofficial sequel to the original Army Men series taken to a 3rd person shoulder perspective. While Sarge returns to the series as a companion ally, instead you are now taking the role of Corporal Wallace Aron Niles of Foxtrot Squad.

Tuesday, November 1, 2011 Shipping Announcements

by Rainier on Nov. 1, 2011 @ 12:30 p.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:


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

'The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword' (Wii) Unveils New Game Elements - Screens

by Rainier on Nov. 1, 2011 @ 11:32 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword introduces full motion  control to synchronize player movements with Link's actions while offering the most  intuitive play control of any game in The Legend of Zelda franchise to date.

'MechWarrior Online' Officially Announced

by Rainier on Nov. 1, 2011 @ 9:24 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Set in the year 3049 during the early stages of a massive interstellar war, MechWarrior Online puts you in command of the most powerful war machine to ever walk the field of battle, the mighty BattleMech. Command your Mech and customize it to suit your battlefield role; upgrade systems, replace weapons, and tweak armor with endless options.

'Syndicate' (ALL) Shows Off Co-Op - Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on Nov. 1, 2011 @ 8:24 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Syndicate delivers a unique and brutal sci-fi FPS experience set in a not too distant future, where business is war. Players take on the role of Miles Kilo, Eurocorp's latest prototype agent, and embark on an epic action adventure full of corruption and revenge.

'APB: Reloaded' Picked Up By Iceberg For European Distribution

by Rainier on Nov. 1, 2011 @ 7:39 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

APB is a massively multiplayer online freeform combat and driving-based game, designed by the creator of the original GTA franchise, and takes  the universal theme of Criminals and Enforcement and brings it to a persistent, open world setting in a modern, crime-ridden city.

'Army Corps of Hell' (PSV) - 14 New Screens

by Rainier on Nov. 1, 2011 @ 6:07 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Army Corps of Hell brings a new level of vicious combat, dark humor and lightning-quick action as players control an army of a hundred goblin soldiers with various classes and abilities to defeat a host of enemies in order to reclaim the King of Hell’s throne.

'Battlefield 3' (ALL) Sells Five Million Copies In First Week

by Rainier on Oct. 31, 2011 @ 1:47 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

In Battlefield 3, players step into the role of the elite U.S. Marines. As the first boots on the ground, players will experience heart-pounding missions across diverse locations including Paris, Tehran and New York.

'Star Wars: The Old Republic' - New Screens

by Rainier on Oct. 31, 2011 @ 1:17 p.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.

'Counter-Strike: Global Offensive' (ALL) Multiplayer Beta Delayed

by Rainier on Oct. 31, 2011 @ 12:19 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Counter-Strike: Global Offensive will expand upon the team-based action gameplay that it pioneered 12 years ago, featuring new maps, characters, and weapons and delivers updated versions of the classic CS content, as well as new gameplay modes, matchmaking, leader boards, and more.

'Jagged Alliance: Back in Action' Details Plan & Go Combat System - Screens

by Rainier on Oct. 31, 2011 @ 9:25 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Jagged Alliance: Back in Action revives the series of mercenary-themed strategy games with significant updates to visuals and gameplay, showcasing a fully updated experience, with modernized gameplay, state-of-the-art graphics and premium production values.

'Major League Baseball 2K12' (ALL) Unveiled, Cover Athlete Revealed This Week

by Rainier on Oct. 31, 2011 @ 9:18 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Without providing any details 2K Sports revealed Major League Baseball 2K12.

'The Darkness II' (ALL) Shows Off Executions - Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on Oct. 31, 2011 @ 9:08 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Set two years after the conclusion of the original, The Darkness II breaks the conventional FPS model with its fervid Quad-Wielding gameplay, allowing players to slash, grab, and throw objects and enemies with their Demon Arms while simultaneously firing two weapons.

'Dungeon Gate' Announced

by Rainier on Oct. 31, 2011 @ 9:00 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Dungeon Gate is an open-ended RPG/Adventure game, where you play as Dysan who possesses unknown extraordinary powers such as the ability to absorb DNS. Dysan goes an adventure to find out about his roots while trying to release the Barrillian world of the influence of its tyrant.