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'Echoverse' Using HeroEngine

by Rainier on March 11, 2010 @ 8:29 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Echoverse is a virtual world that will combine real life and digital life as players create their own echo in the universe, enabling a revolutionary array of commerce and entertainment opportunities.

Unreal Engine 3 Integrates NVIDIA 3D Vision Technology

by Rainier on March 11, 2010 @ 8:22 a.m. PST | Filed under News

NVIDIA and Epic Games announced the addition of NVIDIA 3D Vision technology support to Unreal Engine 3, meaning that licensees of the engine will be able to take full advantage of integrated 3D Vision technology support and offer an unprecedented level of immersion in their upcoming games.

'SBK X' (PS3/X360/PC) Adds Legendary Roster - Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on March 11, 2010 @ 8:11 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Infront Motor Sports, Black Bean Games and Milestone have been tirelessly working together to inspect every corner of SBK09 to extract the best and to insert everything our players wanted for 2010 in order to deliver the best motorbike racing game ever made.

Thursday, March 11, 2010 Shipping Announcements

by Rainier on March 11, 2010 @ 8:03 a.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 ...

Epic Games Integrates Valve's Steamworks Into Unreal Engine 3

by Rainier on March 11, 2010 @ 8:00 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Epic Games and Valve Software have inked an agreement to deliver Valve's Steamworks suite of services to all licensees of Epic's Unreal Engine 3 for use in their products, free of any additional fees.

'Monkey Island 2 Special Edition: LeChuck's Revenge' (ALL) Announced - Screens

by Rainier on March 10, 2010 @ 8:26 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Monkey Island 2 Special Edition: LeChuck's Revenge expands on first title with signature special edition features such as HD graphics, a re-mastered musical score, full voiceover, and an in-depth hint system all return in the sequel. Plus, experience all new unique special edition features that let you interact with the world of Monkey Island like never before.

'The Lord of the Rings: Aragorn's Quest' (ALL) Delayed, Coming to PS3, Adds Move Support

by Rainier on March 10, 2010 @ 6:22 p.m. PST | Filed under News

The Lord of the Rings: Aragorn's Quest is a new 3rd person action adventure where players assume the role of Aragorn and embark on his greatest quests from The Lord of the Rings trilogy as they wield his sword, bow or spear on foot and on horseback through an action-packed gameplay experience.

'Blue Dragon: Awakened Shadow' (NDS) - New Screens

by Rainier on March 10, 2010 @ 6:18 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Set two years after the story of the original title, Blue Dragon: Awakened Shadow Shadow brings the Blue Dragon RPG experience to DS. Awakened from a long slumber, the new enemies bear some resemblance to Nene, the defeated adversary of the first game, a conundrum which leads the player, Shu, and his friends into a terrifying fight to reclaim the lost shadows and restore balance to the world.

PlayStation Move Motion Controller Unveiled, Will Cost Less Than $100

by Rainier on March 10, 2010 @ 4:07 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Sony Computer Entertainment announced the PlayStation Move motion controller for PS3, offering a motion-based, high-definition gaming experience. Concurrently with its launch, SCE will also release PlayStation Move sub-controller to be used along with the motion controller for intuitive navigation of in-game characters and objects.

'Super Street Fighter IV' (ALL) Introduces Hakan - New Screens

by Rainier on March 10, 2010 @ 3:10 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Super Street Fighter IV features the full roster of 25 characters from Street Fighter IV such as Ryu, Ken, Crimson Viper, Abel, El Fuerte and Rufus, while adding about eight characters new to the world of Street Fighter IV, such as classic combatants from previous SF games like T. Hawk as well as all-new characters such as the mysterious and deadly female fighter, Juri.

'Crackdown 2' (X360) Developer Prepping Video Replay Feature As DLC

by Rainier on March 10, 2010 @ 2:43 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Crackdown 2 will take multiplayer gaming to unprecedented levels for the ultimate cooperative and competitive multiplayer experience, providing you and your friends with the complete freedom to explore, destroy and play as you return to restore justice and peace to Pacific City — by any means necessary. Exec. producer James Connelly revealed that the video replay feature did not make it in the actual game, but since it was harder than expected, it will be included in a future DLC.

OnLive Game Service Will Launch During E3

by Rainier on March 10, 2010 @ 11:52 a.m. PST | Filed under News

On June 17, 2010, during the E3 2010 show, the OnLive Game Service will be available for users in the 48 contiguous United States! By distilling specialized game hardware out of the equation, OnLive will allow games to be played as a pure media experience on virtually any device, with the same flexibility and instant-play experience that we’ve come to expect from online video and music.

'Clash of the Titans' (PS3/X360) - 18 New Screens

by Rainier on March 10, 2010 @ 11:09 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Clash of the Titans, based on the upcoming remake of the classic movie, is an action adventure game depicting the ultimate battle of good vs. evil. Set in the timeless grandeur of Greek mythology, the game tells the story of the epic battle for dominance between the human race and the powerful gods Hades and Zeus.

PlayStation Home v1.35 Update Adds New Features

by Rainier on March 10, 2010 @ 10:24 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Sony Computer Entertainment America announced that it is further enhancing the user experience of PlayStation Home with a variety of new features that make exploring and connecting with friends quicker and easier in the PS3 social gaming community.

'Racers' Islands: Crazy Racers' (Wii) Announced

by Rainier on March 10, 2010 @ 10:09 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Racers' Islands: Crazy Racers is a racing game featuring six different and unique islands serve as a background for the 20 tracks present in the game. Not only will you need driving skills, but you should also consider precision as the game allows the player to target precisely other players and adversaries with the Wii Remote while driving.

Lips: I Love The 80s' (X360) - New Screens

by Rainier on March 10, 2010 @ 9:58 a.m. PST | Filed under News

So put on some neon legwarmers, pull on some tight jeans, and get ready to sing like you’re back in the era that style forgot, but that music loves! Lips: I Love The 80s' includes 40 of the most memorable tracks of the 80s including iconic hits like Spandau Ballet’s Gold, Kim Carnes’ Bette Davis Eyes, and the feel-good classic Walking On Sunshine by Katrina & The Waves.

'DJ Hero' (ALL) Expands With Exclusive JAY-Z vs. Eminem DLC Pack

by Rainier on March 10, 2010 @ 9:49 a.m. PST | Filed under News

DJ Hero expands Guitar Hero's signature social gaming to all-new consumers with the addition of diverse music genres including hip-hop, R&B, Motown, electronica and dance.

'F1 2010' (ALL) Officially Announced - Screens

by Rainier on March 10, 2010 @ 8:04 a.m. PST | Filed under News

In F1 2010 gamers will take on the full, expanded grid in a variety of game modes including GRAND PRIX, Championship, Time Trial and an extensive, innovative Career mode. F1 2010 will also feature a highly advanced damage model, fully dynamic weather system and extensive competitive multiplayer options.

'Runes of Magic' Expands With Siege Wars Feature

by Rainier on March 10, 2010 @ 7:59 a.m. PST | Filed under News

With an extensive range of features Runes of Magic prepares to redefine the standard of free-to-play MMO games. Even at the beginning Runes of Magic conveys its absorbing story in over 2,300 quests embedded in an atmospheric world.

Microsoft Bundles Xbox 360 Elite With 'Forza 3' And 'Halo 3: ODST'

by Rainier on March 10, 2010 @ 6:39 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Microsoft is shipping the new Xbox 360 Elite Spring Bundle, which offers more value than ever this spring. For the same price of $299, the Xbox 360 Elite console now comes with two Xbox 360 exclusives: Halo 3: ODST and Forza Motorsport 3.