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'Guild Wars 2' Developer Interview

by Rainier on Dec. 5, 2009 @ 12:00 a.m. PST | Filed under News

While Guild Wars 2 adds a persistent world, it retains the unique characteristics of the original game, including a strong narrative, extensive instanced game play, an anti-grind design philosophy, and strong support for competitive play

'Star Ocean The Last Hope: International' (PS3) - New Screens

by Rainier on Dec. 4, 2009 @ 7:28 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Science fiction and fantasy meld in this continuation of tri-Ace Inc.'s RPG franchise. The refined gameplay features team-oriented combat, while improving upon the innovative real-time battle system that has become a trademark of the Star Ocean franchise.

'Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2' (ALL) Biggest Army In The World

by Rainier on Dec. 4, 2009 @ 7:18 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Modern Warfare 2 continues the gripping and heart-racing saga with an unprecedented level of action as players face off against a new threat dedicated to bringing the world to the brink of collapse.

Impulse Dec. 3 - Dec. 5, 2009 Weekend Sale

by Rainier on Dec. 4, 2009 @ 5:10 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Stardock's digital distribution platform, Impulse, is having its weekend sale, knocking 50% off the regular price on Tropico Reloaded, Starscape, and Elven Legacy, while also dropping the price on And Yet It Moves, and Tilted Mill Complete.

'Just Cause 2' (ALL) - New Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on Dec. 4, 2009 @ 2:14 p.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.

'Evochron Legends' - v1.188 Demo Available NOW

by Rainier on Dec. 4, 2009 @ 2:02 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Evochron Legends is a freeform mercenary space-sim that focuses on 'lone-wolf' survival gameplay, allowing you to play the game in a variety of ways and complete many activities (thanks Blues).

'Wings of Prey' Beta Now Available for Pre-Order Customers

by Rainier on Dec. 4, 2009 @ 1:27 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Wings of Prey is a new combat flight simulator based around the large-scale aerial combat and ground military operations of World War II. Players can participate in some of the war’s most famous battles piloting fighters, battle planes and bombers across a range of thrilling missions.

'Darksiders' (PS3/X360) - Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on Dec. 4, 2009 @ 1:21 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Darksiders is an action/adventure game that gives players the ability to experience the supernatural destructive power of WAR, one of the four horsemen of the apocalypse, as he explores a demon ravaged world -- seeking revenge and ultimate redemption with a vast array of modern and mythical weaponry.

'Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker' (PSP) Confirms North American Date

by Rainier on Dec. 4, 2009 @ 11:47 a.m. PST | 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.

'White Knight Chronicles' (PS3) Gets North American Release Date

by Rainier on Dec. 4, 2009 @ 10:59 a.m. PST | Filed under News

White Knight Chronicles provides RPG fans with a unique battle system, and robust online gameplay rooted in an epic adventure. Throughout the game you'll have the opportunity to explore the massive world, experiencing a medieval-like fantasy where the hero is able to engage in combat as the larger-than-life White Knight.

'Star Trek Online' - New Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on Dec. 4, 2009 @ 10:53 a.m. PST | Filed under News

With customizable ships and characters from the Klingon Empire and United Federation of Planets, ground, space and shipboard gameplay and unique options for player-generated content set in the Star Trek universe, Star Trek Online is the MMOG that allows you to boldly go where no one has gone before!

Friday, December 4, 2009 Shipping Announcements

by Rainier on Dec. 4, 2009 @ 10:38 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 ...

'Fairytale Fights' (ALL) Demo on Xbox Live/PlayStation Network

by Rainier on Dec. 4, 2009 @ 9:08 a.m. PST | Filed under News

In Fairytale Fights players choose one favorite fairytale character with whom they will try and save a fantasy world from certain doom. Luckily many different weapons lay around in this fairytale world, which players can use to shoot and carve up enemies… and this is where the fun begins!

'Silent Hunter 5' - 14 New Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on Dec. 4, 2009 @ 7:55 a.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.

FTC Applauds ESRB's Marketing Strategy

by Rainier on Dec. 4, 2009 @ 7:46 a.m. PST | Filed under News

The U.S. computer and video game industry "outpaces" other entertainment industries in restricting target-marketing of mature-rated products to children, clearly and prominently displaying rating information, and restricting children's access to mature-rated products at retail according to a new report to Congress released today by the Federal Trade Commission.

'Rock Band' (ALL) Gets Slipknot And Simon & Garfunkel Next Week, Green Day Later

by Rainier on Dec. 4, 2009 @ 7:12 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Rock Band 2 builds upon the original to introduce co-op band gameplay, multiple instruments, online multiplayer, unparalleled downloadable content and raises the bar by delivering an entirely new level of depth, connectivity, authenticity and features.

'Valkyria Chronicles 2' (PSP) - 21 New Screens

by Rainier on Dec. 4, 2009 @ 7:09 a.m. PST | Filed under News

The story of Valkyria Chronicles II takes place two years after the conclusion of the original game. A group of young Gallian Military Academy cadets find themselves plunged into a bitter civil war when the newly formed Gallian Revolutionary Army stages a coup. As the epic drama unfolds in the game, players will experience stories of friendship, love and growing pains during a time of war and revolution.

'Mass Effect 2' (ALL) Comes On Two Discs, Gets Collector's Edition

by Rainier on Dec. 4, 2009 @ 7:00 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Mass Effect is a sci-fi adventure set in a vast universe filled with dangerous alien life forms and mysterious uncharted planets. In ME2, Saren's evil army of Geth soldiers has just been defeated, and humans, who are still struggling to make their mark on the galactic stage, are now faced with an even greater peril.

'PT Boats: Knights of the Sea' Pre-Order Gets You $10 Off

by Rainier on Dec. 4, 2009 @ 5:43 a.m. PST | Filed under News

PT Boats is the first simulator of the Mosquito-fleet, created with the use of technologies never seen before in naval combat simulator games. Patrol Torpedo Boats were used in WW2 mainly to attack large cruiser due to their maneuverability and speed.

'Chime' (XBLA) Reveals Music Lineup - New Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on Dec. 4, 2009 @ 5:37 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Chime is a unique block puzzle game fused with music creation elements and contributions from a number of famous musicians.