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Thursday, September 3, 2009 Shipping Announcements

by Rainier on Sept. 3, 2009 @ 12:00 a.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:
  • Defense Grid: The Awakening (Xbox Live Arcade)
  • AaaaaAAaaaAAAaaAAAAaAAAAA!!! -- A Reckless Disregard for Gravity(PC)
  • Romance of Rome (PC)
  • BattleForge: Renegade Edition (PC)
  • Hardy Boys: Treasure on the Tracks (NDS)
We will update this throughout the day when new announcements become available. Read more for details ...

'Fate/unlimited Codes' (PSP) Details More Combos - New Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on Sept. 2, 2009 @ 7:38 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

In Fate/unlimited Codes, handheld fighting will reach a whole new level of drama and excitement, where warriors clash in a battle royale for the Holy Grail.

'Bit.Trip Void' (Wii) Announced

by Rainier on Sept. 2, 2009 @ 7:24 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Bit.Trip Void is a synesthetic exploration of rhythm and music as they pertain to our everyday lives and moods.  In a control scheme brand new to the series, yet wholly familiar to gamers, the player is given complete freedom to move about
the screen wherever they desire, interacting with the music in brand new ways.

'Order of War' Gets North American Release Date

by Rainier on Sept. 2, 2009 @ 3:39 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Order of War features massive scale battles brought to life with a cinematic intensity never seen before in a WWII strategy game. Players take command of an entire army including ground troops, artillery, tank divisions and aircraft in all out strategic assaults. A few days after the Euro launch, North America fans can pick up Square's RTS debut on Sept. 22, 2009.

'Forza Motorsport 3 ' (X360) Shows Off Australian V8 Supercars - Screens

by Rainier on Sept. 2, 2009 @ 3:07 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Forza Motorsport 3 unites the racing game genre, making it possible for everyone to experience the thrill of the world’s most exotic and exquisite cars. Live the most realistic racing experience ever as you take the wheel of more than 400 of the most-beloved cars on over 100 renowned real-world tracks and exotic road courses from around the globe.

'Spelunky' Coming to Xbox Live Arcade in 2010

by Rainier on Sept. 2, 2009 @ 3:01 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Spelunky is a cave exploration / treasure-hunting game inspired by classic platform games and roguelikes, where the goal is to grab as much treasure from the cave as possible. Every time you play the cave's layout will be different. Use your wits, your reflexes, and the items available to you to survive and go ever deeper!

'NHL 2K10' (ALL) Details Wii Exclusive Mii Super Skill Mode

by Rainier on Sept. 2, 2009 @ 2:43 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

NHL 2K10 redefines the sports gaming experience with a new emphasis on social gaming. Whether you're a die-hard NHL fan or a casual player, NHL 2K10's pick-up-and-play controls, true-to-life authenticity and variety of on- and off-line multiplayer modes promise hours of entertainment for any gamer.

'Obscure: The Aftermath' (PSP) - 20 New Screens

by Rainier on Sept. 2, 2009 @ 2:31 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Two years ago, at Leafmore High, a group of young teenagers were trapped inside their school and hunted by monsters that had been released by the maniac headmaster. Some of them survived that terrible night, while others perished. In Obscure: The Aftermath, the survivors have picked up their lives and joined college.

GamersGate Weekend Deals Sept. 2 - Sept. 7, 2009

by Rainier on Sept. 2, 2009 @ 2:20 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Digital distribution outlet GamersGate announced that all this weekend you can purchase the Civilization 4 Complete Edition at 60% off its normal price, Victoria Complete at half (50%) off, while Trine gets a 25% reduction.

'Guitar Hero 5' (ALL) Details Importable Tracks, September DLCs

by Rainier on Sept. 2, 2009 @ 2:08 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

For the first time ever, you can customize the makeup of your band with any combination of instruments in-game: two guitars and two drums, or three guitars and a microphone, etc. while also adding new gameplay mode. Activision details which tracks you can import from World Tour and Smash Hits, as well as the upcoming DLCs for the rest of the month.

'Storybook Workshop' (Wii) Announced - Screens

by Rainier on Sept. 2, 2009 @ 12:53 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Storybook Workshop immerses kids and their parents in 16 classic children's fairy tales and fables and many other exciting features. Through the use of the included USB microphone, you can read along, record and play back readings of your favorite stories, including the most beloved tales from Hans Christian Andersen, the Brothers Grimm, Aesop and around the world.

'Gran Turismo' (PSP) Limited Edition Entertainment Pack Announced

by Rainier on Sept. 2, 2009 @ 12:45 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

The entertainment pack features an exclusive PSN downloadable voucher for a white Chevrolet Corvette ZR1, not available in the game and only offered in this hardware package, as well as a Mystic Silver PSP; Gran Turismo on UMD; PlayStation Network downloadable movie voucher (title to be announced); a 2GB Memory Stick PRO Duo; and a music voucher good for 10 downloadable songs from Sony Music Pass.

'Heroes of Newerth' Announced - Screens

by Rainier on Sept. 2, 2009 @ 11:48 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Heroes of Newerth, a session-based multiplayer Action-RPG, is heavily inspired by the popular Warcraft 3 mod, Defense of the Ancients (DotA), but with vast improvements in graphics and gameplay.

'Company of Heroes Online' Game Details

by Rainier on Sept. 2, 2009 @ 11:37 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

THQ/Relic and Shanda Interactive announced a co-development and publishing agreement for an online-only version of THQ's 3D RTS game Company of Heroes, giving players will be able to build their character up from private to general through new multiplayer cooperative missions, gameplay modes, and player-versus-player combat.

'Bonk: Brink of Extinction' (Wii/PS3/X360) Announced - Screens

by Rainier on Sept. 2, 2009 @ 11:23 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

After years of hibernation, Bonk returns in the brand new game Bonk: Brink of Extinction, an updated version of the classic side scrolling adventure with 3D graphics, new enemies, online play and much more.

'Bomberman Live: Battlefest' (XBLA) Announced - Screens

by Rainier on Sept. 2, 2009 @ 11:16 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Bomberman Live: Battlefest will feature the same frantic action with 8-person online multiplayer that the series is known for, as well as a wealth of all-new features, including teams, new modes, new arenas, new power-ups, new costumes, and even the ability to use an avatar as a playable character.

'God of War Collection' (PS3) Coming to Europe? Maybe Next Year

by Rainier on Sept. 2, 2009 @ 11:05 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

The God of War Collection will feature reworked versions of both God of War and God of War II on a single Blu-ray Disc, remastered with anti-aliased graphics running at 60 frames per second for a smooth gameplay experience, as well as adding  PlayStation Network trophy support to both titles for the first time. SCEE issued a statement saying that it is looking into releasing the GoW collection in Europe, but it wont be in 2009.

'The Beatles: Rock Band' (ALL) Final Song Revealed

by Rainier on Sept. 2, 2009 @ 10:12 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

MTV Games and The Beatles license holder Apple Corps are developing a new video game that will be an experiential progression through and celebration of the music and artistry of The Beatles spanning the UK band's entire discography. While MTV Games and Harmonix were keeping one final song "as a surprise," members of the community managed to figure out that the secret song is ... Abbey Road's "The End."

'Champions Online' (ALL) Getting Free Blood Moon Content Update - Screens

by Rainier on Sept. 2, 2009 @ 9:33 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Champions Online is based on the popular pen-and-paper Champions RPG, giving players the power of total customization of their hero experience while they explore a vast universe of richly detailed 3D environments.

Good Old Games Celebrates First Anniversary With Buy One, Get One Free Promo

by Rainier on Sept. 2, 2009 @ 9:27 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

GOG.com has completed its first year in the public eye, and to celebrate  the anniversary it is going retro with a rerun of the “Buy 1, Get 1 Free” promo. Until September 8, gamers can buy any game from GOG.com’s Interplay catalogue and get another free! You could buy Fallout 1 and 2 for just $5.99 for countless hours of classic-gaming goodness!