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'Just Cause 2' (ALL) Developer Already Working On New Title

by Rainier on Feb. 23, 2010 @ 4:32 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Just Cause 2 stars Rico Rodriguez, back to wreak havoc once again, this time with a new destination – the huge playground of the Southeast Asian islands of Panau, in an over-the-top Hollywood-esque blockbuster of a video game. Avalanche CEO Christofer Sundberg revealed that Just Cause 2 is wrapping up, and that it has about 10 people still working on it, with the rest of the studio having moved on to a new project.

'Scrap Metal' (X360) - 5 New Screens

by Rainier on Feb. 23, 2010 @ 4:08 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Drift around corners with guns blazing and take out legendary competitors in the fast-paced, top-down racer, Scrap Metal! Fight your way through explosive, action-packed missions and defeat cunning bosses to add their vehicles to your garage.

Warner Bros. Acquires Rocksteady Studios

by Rainier on Feb. 23, 2010 @ 4:04 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Warner Bros. Home Entertainment Group announced today the acquisition of a majority stake in Rocksteady Studios, a privately held developer of interactive entertainment targeted at teens and adults, continuing Warner Bros.’ pattern as one of the industry’s fastest growing games publishers.

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

by Rainier on Feb. 23, 2010 @ 12:33 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Nothing is as it seems in Nier, an action adventure game set in a crumbling world plagued by disease and dark, unrecognizable creatures. Players assume the role of the unyielding protagonist, resolute in his quest to discover a cure for his daughter, who is infected with the Black Scrawl virus.

'PixelJunk Racers' (PS3) Sequel In The Works?

by Rainier on Feb. 23, 2010 @ 12:13 a.m. PST | Filed under News

PixelJunk Racers is a slot racing game in which players control the action from an overhead view. It features 10 tracks, a dozen play modes, and support for up to seven players on the same console. While there has yet to be an official announcement, Q Games is working on PixelJunk Racers: 2nd Lap according to a new ESRB listing. Whether this is an addon, an updated version, or a full blown sequel was not revealed.

'After Burner Climax' (ALL) - 11 New Screens

by Rainier on Feb. 23, 2010 @ 12:01 a.m. PST | Filed under News

After Burner Climax is an arcade-style flight combat title that features fast and frantic feats, putting you in the cockpit of the world's top fighter jets. Players dodge planes, rockets and bullets while trying to target multiple on-screen enemy aircraft to relive the experience of the classic After Burner arcade game.

'Aliens vs. Predator' (ALL) Selling Fairly Well, Talks Of Sequel

by Rainier on Feb. 23, 2010 @ 12:00 a.m. PST | Filed under News

In Aliens vs. Predator, players will have the chance to take the role of the three infamous species: the Colonial Marine, the Predator and the Alien. Each of the three species has its very own distinct story-driven, single-player campaign mode that interweaves with the campaigns of the other two species. Despite some unfavorable reviews Rebellion is pleased with the sales, topped #1 in the UK, and is currently talking with SEGA about post launch support, and even a sequel.

SouthPeak Interactive Extends Credit Line, Avoids Meltdown

by Rainier on Feb. 22, 2010 @ 7:16 p.m. PST | Filed under News

SouthPeak Interactive announced that it has reached agreement with SunTrust Banks to extend its revolving line of credit, which expired on February 17, 2010, through November 30, 2010 and increase its credit facility to $8.0 million.

'Red Steel 2' (Wii) - 26 New Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on Feb. 22, 2010 @ 6:06 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Red Steel 2 returns with an artistic style and flair created just for Wii. Set in a desert-bound, high-tech metropolis, Red Steel 2 is a revolution in the action-fighting genre, taking full advantage of the capabilities of the Wii MotionPlus accessory.

'BioShock 2' (ALL) Widescreen Patch/Fix Coming Tomorrow

by Rainier on Feb. 22, 2010 @ 3:57 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. 2K Games revealed that it will release a small patch/fix tomorrow (2am PST/5am EST) addressing the widescreen issue.

'UFC Undisputed 2010' (ALL) - 6 New Screens

by Rainier on Feb. 22, 2010 @ 3:55 p.m. PST | Filed under News

UFC Undisputed features an authentic and comprehensive UFC atmosphere, poised to deliver intelligent and intuitive combat, increased fighter customization, robust career progression, challenging new gameplay modes and explosive online offerings,

Fret Nice, Greed Corp. And Lazy Raiders This Week's XBLA Titles

by Rainier on Feb. 22, 2010 @ 3:37 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Fret Nice is a 2-D platformer where you control your character through funky-fresh stages to explore hidden areas, collect items, and clash note-for-note with outrageous heavy metal bosses!  Greed Corp is an online multiplayer strategy game in which you battle for dominance over a world once rich in resources. In Lazy Raiders you spin and flip mazes to send the Doctor or your Avatar on a gravity-defying quest for lost relics that would bring him instant fortune and glory

'Borderlands' (ALL) The Secret Armory of General Knoxx DLC Gets Dated & Priced

by Rainier on Feb. 22, 2010 @ 3:19 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Borderlands is an all-new sci-fi action game combining elements of first-person action titles with player customization and vehicular combat.

'Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja Storm 2' (ALL) - New Screens

by Rainier on Feb. 22, 2010 @ 3:16 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja Storm 2 is a tour de force of Naruto thrills and spills. Impressively faithful to the universe of the anime, the game takes players through the Naruto Shippuden story arc with new battle systems enhancing the gameplay.

'Silent Hunter 5' Available for Pre-Order, Gold Edition Revealed

by Rainier on Feb. 22, 2010 @ 12:45 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Silent Hunter 5 ventures into uncharted territory and takes players behind the periscope of a German U-boat to take on the Allied Forces in famous battles across the vast Atlantic Ocean and Mediterranean Sea. Unlike the Collector's Edition, the Gold Edition will be available as download only...

'Rise of Prussia' - New Screens

by Rainier on Feb. 22, 2010 @ 12:40 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Players will have the opportunity to assume the roles of military and political leaders of either the Prussian Kingdom or nations hostile to Prussia (Austria, Russia, and France) in a recreation of the exciting battle that encompassed much of Europe throughout the years of 1756-1763.

Monday, February 22, 2010 Shipping Announcements

by Rainier on Feb. 22, 2010 @ 12:36 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 ...

'Age of Conan: Rise of the Godslayer' Shows Off Karakorum - Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on Feb. 22, 2010 @ 12:18 p.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.

'Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War II – Chaos Rising' Goes Gold

by Rainier on Feb. 22, 2010 @ 12:09 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War II – Chaos Rising features a new playable army, and continues the epic journey of the Blood Ravens as they battle this new, more personal enemy. Chaos Rising offers new single-player and co-op campaigns, a level cap increase from 20 to 30, more powerful war-gear and a suite of innovative multiplayer options.

'Mega Man Zero Collection' (NDS) - 12 New Screens

by Rainier on Feb. 22, 2010 @ 11:53 a.m. PST | Filed under News

The Mega Man Zero Collection is comprised of all four Mega Man ZERO titles bundled together. All four titles will be available on one DS cartridge for the first time at a great price.