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'Red Steel 2' (Wii) Gets Scored by Original Composer - Trailer

by Rainier on March 17, 2010 @ 5:59 a.m. PDT | 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.

'Nier' (PS3/X360) Get Three-Part Comic Book Explaining Backstory

by Rainier on March 17, 2010 @ 5:17 a.m. PDT | 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. Square Enix is partnering with DC Comics to create a custom comic series that will explore the rich and mysterious backstory of its upcoming Action-RPG Nier.

'Red Dead Redemption' (ALL) - 19 New Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on March 17, 2010 @ 1:06 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Red Dead Redemption is a Western epic, set at the turn of the 20th century when the lawless and chaotic badlands began to give way to the expanding reach of government and the spread of the Industrial Age. The story of former outlaw, John Marston, Red Dead Redemption takes players on a great adventure across the American frontier.

'Comic Jumper: The Adventures of Captain Smiley' (XBLA) Unveiled - Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on March 17, 2010 @ 12:00 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

In Comic Jumper is a comedy shooter where you play as the loudmouth Captain Smiley, a half-witted comic book superhero who discovers that his fans are losing interest in his comic books, so he “jumps” into other comic book franchises to earn the love and respect he needs to re-launch his own series.

'Blade Wars' Coming to North America

by Rainier on March 17, 2010 @ 12:00 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Blade Wars is a 2.5D Free-to-Play MMO that features an in-depth battle system and over 99 realistic martial arts moves.

'UFC Undisputed 2010' (ALL) Adds UFC Lightweight Champion BJ Penn To The Lineup - Trailer

by Rainier on March 16, 2010 @ 5:31 p.m. PDT | 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.

'Kingdom Hearts: Birth by Sleep' (PSP) Coming to North America - Facts & Features

by Rainier on March 16, 2010 @ 1:41 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Set in the distant past, Kingdom Hearts Birth by Sleep is a single-player focused tale of a new trio of heroes, told across three scenarios. New features will be introduced on top of the traditional controls, game system, and visual style of its predecessors.

'Dead to Rights: Retribution' (ALL) - 30 New Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on March 16, 2010 @ 12:20 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Returning to Grant City, a boom town gone bust that is falling to the worst excesses of crime, greed and corruption; Dead to Rights: Retribution follows vice cop Jack Slate as he fights to expose shadowy figures that will stop at nothing to exert their deadly influence over the crumbling metropolis.

'Batman: Arkham Asylum' (ALL) Game Of The Year Edition Gets US Date

by Rainier on March 16, 2010 @ 11:50 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Batman: Arkham Asylum is a 3rd-person action game that exposes players to a unique, dark and atmospheric adventure that takes them to the depths of Arkham Asylum – Gotham's psychiatric hospital for the criminally insane.

'EverQuest' Celebrates 11-Year Anniversary With 11 Days Of In-Game Events

by Rainier on March 16, 2010 @ 10:59 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Sony Online begins celebrations in honor of the 11th anniversary of its MMORPG, EverQuest. Since its launch on Mar. 16, 1999, EverQuest and its expansions have sold millions of copies worldwide and continues to be one of the gaming industry's biggest and most influential titles. Translated into seven languages, with a global player base of several hundreds of thousands of people, EverQuest is one of the largest and most dynamic online fantasy worlds ever created.

'Splinter Cell: Conviction' (ALL) - New Screens

by Rainier on March 16, 2010 @ 10:21 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

An investigation into his daughter's death unwittingly leads former agent Sam Fisher to discover he's been betrayed by his prior agency, the Third Echelon. Now a renegade, Fisher finds himself in a race against time to thwart a deadly terrorist plot that threatens millions.

'Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker' (PSP) Gets Release Date, Limited Edition Bundle

by Rainier on March 16, 2010 @ 10:06 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 Hideo Kojima.

'Need for Speed World' Enters Closed Beta Stage, Coming This Summer - Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on March 16, 2010 @ 8:04 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Need for Speed World Online takes the race into the largest open world in the franchise's history. This Play 4 Free action racing game will give fans access to licensed cars, parts, multiple game modes, sophisticated online matchmaking features and fully customizable profile and rides.

'Cats & Dogs: The Revenge of Kitty Galore' (NDS) Announced

by Rainier on March 16, 2010 @ 6:07 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

In Cats & Dogs: The Revenge of Kitty Galore the videogame, gamers can play as multiple characters from the film in over 45 covert operations and on seven different mission types across various locations and environments that have been inspired by the film.

'Medal of Honor' (ALL) - New Screens

by Rainier on March 16, 2010 @ 6:00 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Medal of Honor is an all-new FPS game that will introduce the Tier 1 Operator: a relatively unknown entity directly under the National Command Authority who takes on missions no one else can handle. Inspired by real events, Medal of Honor reveals the mission of today’s most elite soldier – his will, his mindset and his uncompromising professionalism.

'Red Faction: Guerrilla' (ALL) Patch #2 In The Works, Details

by Rainier on March 16, 2010 @ 5:57 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Set 50 years after the climactic events of the original Red Faction, this third-person, open-world action-shooter will return to Mars and once again redefine the limits of destruction-based gameplay.

'Star Wars: The Old Republic' Shows Off Belsavis - New Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on March 16, 2010 @ 5:41 a.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.

'Samurai Warriors 3' (Wii) Officially Announced

by Rainier on March 16, 2010 @ 5:35 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Revealed last year, Samurai Warriors 3 is an evolution of the Warriors series, featuring an innovative new game mode and a completely fresh storyline. In addition to a host of new characters and combat and game-play elements, the game also will test players with new tactical and strategic challenges on the battlefield.

'Ironclads: Schleswig War 1864' - New Screens

by Rainier on March 16, 2010 @ 5:28 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

A steam-ship period naval combat simulation games focusing on fleet-scale battles in real time. Manage financial and strategic aspects while planning your squadron's structure. The naval combat game allows you to set up battles squadron groups, their formations and management, with realistic ship models and characteristics, as well as advanced ballistic and weapon models.

Tuesday , March 16, 2010 Shipping Announcements

by Rainier on March 16, 2010 @ 5:22 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:


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