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'StarCraft II' - 14 New Screens

by Rainier on Nov. 19, 2009 @ 8:05 a.m. PST | Filed under News

StarCraft II will feature the return of the Protoss, Terran, and Zerg races. It's overhauled and re-imagined with Blizzard's approach to game balance, and it's designed to be the ultimate competitive RTS game.

PC Gaming Hardware Forecast to Reach $27 Billion in 2010

by Rainier on Nov. 19, 2009 @ 7:49 a.m. PST | Filed under News

New research revealed the market forecast for PC gaming hardware, and the results are better than previously expected. The worldwide PC gaming hardware market (systems, accessories, and upgrades) is forecasted to gain $1.2 billion for 2009, which is a 5.9% increase versus 2008 (from $20.07 to $21.26 billion).

'Alter Ego' (PC) Also Coming to the Wii - Screens

by Rainier on Nov. 19, 2009 @ 7:18 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Alter Ego is a point & click adventure set in a picturesque English town at the turn of the century. This sinister detective story takes place in over 80 backdrops and is driven forward by atmospheric cut scenes. The player assumes the roles of the two main protagonists, and will meet more than 30 NPCs as the plot unfolds.

'Safar'Wii' (Wii) Delayed In Europe Until 2010

by Rainier on Nov. 19, 2009 @ 7:09 a.m. PST | Filed under News

In Safar'Wii, known in North America as Animal Kingdom: Wildlife Expedition, you take on the role of a wildlife photographer exploring the exotic and diverse wildlife of Animal Island.

'Dogfights' Announced

by Rainier on Nov. 19, 2009 @ 6:58 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Dogfights is a single-player game where gamers can choose one of three levels of pilot expertise; Rookie, Pilot, or the highly skilled Ace, and can select among 100 historically accurate aircraft to meet an armada of incoming aircraft in over 40 combat mission combinations.

'Divinity II: Ego Draconis' (ALL) - New Screens

by Rainier on Nov. 19, 2009 @ 6:54 a.m. PST | Filed under News

In Divinity II: Ego Draconis you will take on the role of a young Dragon Slayer and ultimately become a Dragon Knight, a legendary hero with unique abilities. Discover a detailed world full of twists and turns in which your actions can make a real difference.

'Field of Glory' - v1.01 Patch Available NOW

by Rainier on Nov. 19, 2009 @ 6:41 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Last year Slitherine and Osprey Publishing released the Field of Glory set of wargames rules, which in the meantime has sold over 200k copies. Slitherine is now making Field of Glory as a videogame, specially created with figure gaming fans in mind.

'1 vs. 100' (X360) Season 2 Kicks Off Today

by Rainier on Nov. 19, 2009 @ 6:36 a.m. PST | Filed under News

TV game show 1 vs. 100 puts one member against 100 others from around the world, where you eliminate the opposition by correctly answering questions, hoping that the opponents will answer incorrectly and be eliminated from the game, so you can win great prizes.

'Men of War: Red Tide' Demo Available NOW

by Rainier on Nov. 19, 2009 @ 6:10 a.m. PST | Filed under News

The stand-alone expansion to 1C's RTS Men of War, Men of War: Red Tide introduces a new story driven campaign based on the writings of Soviet scribe Alexander Zorich and dozens of new or upgraded units and weapons

'The Sims 3' - v1.7.9 Patch Available NOW

by Rainier on Nov. 19, 2009 @ 6:00 a.m. PST | Filed under News

The Sims 3 gives you the freedom to create unique Sims and immerse them in your own living neighborhood of endless possibility!

'Blood Bowl' (ALL) - v1.1.2.1 Patch/Dark Elves Addon Available NOW

by Rainier on Nov. 19, 2009 @ 5:59 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Blood Bowl, based on Games Workshop's board game, is a "game" of American football played by the insane warriors of the fantasy Warhammer universe, allowing you to create and manage teams that will take part in epic battles where fair play is for sissies.

'The Sky Crawlers: Innocent Aces' (Wii) Coming to Europe - Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on Nov. 19, 2009 @ 5:53 a.m. PST | Filed under News

The Sky Crawlers: Innocent Aces is the latest flight simulation game from Project Aces, the development team behind the Ace Combat series. Holding the Nunchuk in the right hand as the flight control stick and the Wii Remote in the left hand as the throttle, the unique controls of the Wii are fully utilized to simulate the controls of sitting in an actual cockpit.

Sony Rolls Out v6.20 PSP Firmware Update

by Rainier on Nov. 19, 2009 @ 12:33 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Sony announced the availability of the v6.20 system software update for PSP, which adds the Digital Comics Reader, although the service itself won't launch until December, and the ability to Export video/photo playlists.

'Age of Conan: Rise of the Godslayer' Coming First Half of 2010

by Rainier on Nov. 19, 2009 @ 12:00 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Inspired by the rich and colorful cultures of eastern Asia, Age of Conan: Rise of the Godslayer sends you on a voyage through the Empire of Khitai where countless of adventure await, not only introducing a new storyline and a vast new world to explore, but also adding new features such as faction gameplay and an alternate advancement system. In its latest financial results, Funcom revealed the AoC expansion is scheduled for the first half of 2010.

Paradox Interactive Signs Multiplayer and Matchmaking Support Deal

by Rainier on Nov. 19, 2009 @ 12:00 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Paradox Interactive is bringing multiplayer and matchmaking support to its games via GameRanger, the free multiplayer online gaming service for more than 600 games on PC and Mac.

Video Delivery Service Coming to European PS3/PSPs

by Rainier on Nov. 19, 2009 @ 12:00 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Sony Computer Entertainment Europe further expanded its PlayStation entertainment experience with the launch of the video delivery service for Europe. Now available in France, Germany, Spain and the UK, with other countries to follow in 2010, the service allows film fans to download hundreds of movies, including the latest releases, straight to their PS3 and PSP.

'BioShock 2' (PS3/X360/PC) - 37 New Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on Nov. 18, 2009 @ 8:26 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Set approx. 10 years after the events of the original, the halls of Rapture once again echo with sins of the past. All along the Atlantic coastline, a monster has been snatching little girls and bringing them back to Rapture. You will play as the first Big Daddy as you travel through the decrepit and beautiful fallen city, chasing an unseen foe in search of answers and your own survival.

'Section 8' (ALL) - v1.1 Patch Available NOW

by Rainier on Nov. 18, 2009 @ 6:14 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Section 8 is a futuristic FPS that brings strategy and tactics to the genre in a game where players can modify the battlefield on the fly. You are part of an elite infantry squad with a penchant for taking on suicide missions that no one else will tackle.

Capcom Bringing Three Ace Attorney Titles to Wiiware in 2010 - Screens

by Rainier on Nov. 18, 2009 @ 5:52 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Capcom announced that three classic Ace Attorney games are scheduled for digital release on WiiWare next year beginning with the one that started it all, Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney followed by Phoenix Wright Ace Attorney: Justice for All, and Phoenix Wright Ace Attorney: Trials And Tribulations.

Xbox Live Free Weekend Brings Online Multiplayer, NetFlix, Facebook, Twitter And More

by Rainier on Nov. 18, 2009 @ 5:31 p.m. PST | Filed under News

For all Xbox LIVE regions except those in Europe, Xbox Live Silver members will have free access from Nov. 20th from 12n ET /9a PT /17:00 GMT until Nov. 23rd from 12n ET /9a PT /17:00 GMT. For All European Xbox Live regions, Xbox Live Silver member will have free access from Nov. 25th from 17:00 GMT until Nov. 30th at 17:00 GMT. During the free Live Weekends, all Xbox LIVE Silver members can enjoy: online multiplayer, Facebook, Twitter, Last.FM, Netflix, Sky Player, Halo Waypoint and 1 v 100.