by Rainier on Dec. 3, 2009 @ 11:07 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Castlevania: The Adventure Rebirth is a side-scrolling action Wiiware game in which players battle against monsters in Dracula's castle. Players use a chained whip to fight their way through halls and dungeons filled with zombies, skeletons, flying eyeballs, and bats.
by Rainier on Dec. 3, 2009 @ 9:12 a.m. PST | Filed under
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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!
by Rainier on Dec. 3, 2009 @ 8:44 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Bayonetta is a stylish and cinematic action game, directed by Hideki Kamiya. A witch with powers beyond the comprehension of mere mortals, Bayonetta faces-off against countless angelic enemies, many reaching epic proportions, in a game of 100% pure, unadulterated all-out action.
by Rainier on Dec. 3, 2009 @ 7:57 a.m. PST | Filed under
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FF XIII provides tangible, intuitive controls while delivering seamless transitions between real-time gameplay and stunning in-game cinematics. The latest in cutting-edge technology has been utilized in development of Final Fantasy XIII, thus making this newest addition to the Final Fantasy series worthy of the title next generation.
by Rainier on Dec. 3, 2009 @ 7:47 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Polyphony Digital revealed that GT5 will more than double Forza 3's number of cars, promising 1000 vehicles, 20 tracks in 60 different layouts, custom soundtrack support, and while there is a damage model, it will be limited to certain car manufacturers. Sony revealed that next week it will release a GT5 demo featuring the Nissan 370Z on a yet undisclosed track, all part of its GT Academy/Time Trial Challenge contest.
by Rainier on Dec. 3, 2009 @ 7:35 a.m. PST | Filed under
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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 ...
by Rainier on Dec. 3, 2009 @ 7:25 a.m. PST | Filed under
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The Legend of Zelda: Spirit Tracks sets hero Link on a daring new adventure. The game provides players with a new story, more puzzles and even a new mode of transportation. In this game, Link voyages by train, which offers up new possibilities for problem-solving.
by Rainier on Dec. 3, 2009 @ 7:20 a.m. PST | Filed under
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GOG.com has signed a digital distribution agreement with Cyan Worlds, expanding its catalogue with one of the best-selling PC-gaming series of all time --
Myst, with the first installment,
Myst Masterpiece Edition, now available at GOG.com for only $5.99, DRM-free and XP & Vista compatible.
by Rainier on Dec. 3, 2009 @ 7:10 a.m. PST | Filed under
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SAGA Online is a traditional fantasy setting populated by characters such as elves, orcs, dragons and giants. It is a free-of-charge, persistent MMORTS game where players get to create their own realms, do battle or trade with one another, or set out on cooperative quests with their friends in order to earn experience and loot.
Originally scheduled for late 2009, it is now planned for early 2010, but interested fans can now sign up for the closed beta test.
by Rainier on Dec. 3, 2009 @ 7:06 a.m. PST | Filed under
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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 2,000 quests embedded in an atmospheric world.
by Rainier on Dec. 3, 2009 @ 5:38 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Little Princess is a brand new game for girls based on the popular European character in turen based on the best-selling children’s picture book already has its animated series on TV, currently being broadcasted in 168 countries.
by Rainier on Dec. 3, 2009 @ 5:17 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Easy Tiger, a new digital download-only publisher has been launched by Kuju Entertainment industry veteran Joel Benton to successfully bring games to market on all digital platforms - XBLA, PSN, PC, iPhone, WiiWare, DSi and PSP, allowing developers to keep their own IP.
by Rainier on Dec. 3, 2009 @ 4:52 a.m. PST | Filed under
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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.
by Rainier on Dec. 3, 2009 @ 4:43 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Doritos will once again offer the creative opportunity to video game lovers with the chance to design a new Xbox Live Arcade game as its "Unlock Xbox," design contest returns putting the creative control to design an Xbox Live Arcade game in consumers' hands.
by Rainier on Dec. 3, 2009 @ 3:45 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Lost In Shadow is an mystery/platform title that follows a shadow of a boy as he attempts to climb around and up a mystical tower. Along the way, players must solve mysteries, puzzles and fight off enemies that try to impede the boy’s progress.
by Rainier on Dec. 3, 2009 @ 3:32 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Edge of Twilight, 3rd-person post-apocalyptic action/adventure, is a dark, steampunk fantasy game in a world that has been split into separate realms of Day & Night. Yesterday we reported that EoT might have been canceled as the development studio was shut down, but today that turns out to be not quite the real story. The economic downturn and legal complications forced it to lay off most of its staff, and while restructuring it has halted development on all its internal projects.
by Rainier on Dec. 3, 2009 @ 3:22 a.m. PST | Filed under
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dtp's Venetica is an RPG with a cryptic storyline, mixing emotions and action in a unique free roaming and living sixteenth century world full of surprise.
by Rainier on Dec. 2, 2009 @ 6:48 p.m. PST | Filed under
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In R.U.S.E., players use their brain as the ultimate weapon, fighting a war of perception, where the ability to deceive and mislead the enemy determines success. A first in a strategy game, R.U.S.E. reinvigorates the genre by using deception to give new-found depth to the gameplay.
by Rainier on Dec. 2, 2009 @ 6:27 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Homefront is set ten years after the economic collapse of the United States and follows the American Civilian Resistance as they fight to reclaim their homeland from an oppressive North Korean occupation, featuring a personal, story-driven single player campaign and a full suite of multiplayer options. Speaking at the FBR Capital Markets 2009 Fall Investor Conference, THQ executive vice president Bilson revealed that it plans to support Homefront with single/multiplayer DLCs, expanding the story further linking it to Homefront 2.
by Rainier on Dec. 2, 2009 @ 5:30 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Focused on downhill sled racing on everything from tubes and toboggans to discs and bobsleds, Sled Shred promises to give players a thrilling experience as they try and earn their way into the World Winter Games, racing with and against the world-renowned Jamaican Bobsled team.