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'Sands of Destruction' (NDS) Delayed, Anime Coming to North America

by Rainier on July 6, 2009 @ 6:39 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

In Sands of Destruction you'll experience an action-packed story featuring a unique range of characters, a artistic atmosphere and an intense RPG battle system. SEGA has signed a licensing partnership with Funimation to produce home entertainment, broadcast/digital content, and merchandise for the first season of the Sands of Destruction fantasy adventure anime series.

'Final Fantasy IV: The After Years' (Wii) DLC Adds New Tales - Screens

by Rainier on July 6, 2009 @ 6:31 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

With both single and multiplayer modes, Wii users will now be able to explore the world of Final Fantasy IV with up to three of their friends and coordinate commands into a single attack. Unravel a mystery told through the intertwining stories of a familiar cast of characters, and complete the FF IV experience with this latest installment in the franchise.

'1 vs. 100 Live' (X360) Prizes Added to North American Beta This Week

by Rainier on July 6, 2009 @ 3:59 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Popular TV game show 1 vs. 100 is coming to Xbox Live Primetime, pitting one Xbox Live member against 100 others from around the world with a live host and great prizes.

'Just Cause 2' (PS3/X360/PC) - 10 New Screens

by Rainier on July 6, 2009 @ 3:56 p.m. PDT | 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.

'FF Crystal Chronicles: The Crystal Bearers' (Wii) Contest Sends You To Tokyo

by Rainier on July 6, 2009 @ 3:08 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles: The Crystal Bearers provides a fresh take on the Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles series as it combines the storytelling depth, expansive world and graphical quality of Final Fantasy with motion-driven, real-time action gameplay.

'Monster Hunter 3' (Wii) - 9 New Screens

by Rainier on July 6, 2009 @ 3:01 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Expected to make an appearance on the PS3, Capcom surprised everybody in Japan by announcing Monster Hunter 3 for the Wii instead. MH Tri-, pronounced as "try," is an action RPG series where you hunt down fantastical monsters.

'The Secret of Monkey Island: Special Edition' (XBLA/PC) Coming Next Week

by Rainier on July 6, 2009 @ 12:32 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

The Secret of Monkey Island: Special Edition is a completely re-imagined version of the original that adds updated high definition graphics, a re-mastered musical score, and full voice-over to the classic adventure game originally launched in 1990.

'Lost Planet 2' (X360/PC) - 8 New Screens

by Rainier on July 6, 2009 @ 12:27 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Lost Planet 2' story has advanced beyond Wayne Holden as players will now follow the exploits of their own customized snow pirates on their quest to seize control of E.D.N III. Players will move their heroes through different stories creating a truly unique and interactive experience.

Ubisoft Opens New Development Studio in Toronto

by Rainier on July 6, 2009 @ 12:03 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Ubisoft plans to open a full development studio in Toronto, Ontario, a first for the company in the province, resulting in the creation of 800 new jobs within the area over the next decade, with The new studio to begin operations in late 2009.

'Hearts of Iron III' - 10 New Screens

by Rainier on July 6, 2009 @ 11:54 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Hearts of Iron III will follow the series' tradition of most detailed and complete strategic game on WW2 while focusing on satisfying veteran players through a multitude of new features and systems, including a huge map with more than 10,000 provinces.

LucasArts Bringing Its Back Catalog to Steam

by Rainier on July 6, 2009 @ 10:38 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Today LucasArts announced a new initiative in its effort to revive its classic and beloved franchises by making its games available for the first time ever as digital downloads online on Steam. Starting Wed., July 8 you will be able to download classic adventure titles like LOOM and The Dig and hit action games including Star Wars Battlefront II and Star Wars Republic Commando.

'Aion: The Tower of Eternity' Shows Off The Warrior Class - Screens

by Rainier on July 6, 2009 @ 10:34 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Aion is the ultimate MMORPG with strengthened interaction between players, consisting of 3 realms - the heavens, the devildom and the dragon realm. Players will experience dynamic communications with the world of Aion as they conduct strategic battles.

'S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Clear Sky' - v1.5.10 Patches Available NOW

by Rainier on July 6, 2009 @ 10:27 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Clear Sky is a survival FPS game based on a 'what-if' scenario of the second Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant accident. The game is created as a warning to mankind against mindless play with technologies.

'Risen' (X360/PC) - New Screens

by Rainier on July 6, 2009 @ 9:35 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Set in a medieval world on a volcanic Mediterranean island, Risen unfolds over 4 chapters and offers multiple ways to develop the story by your actions and decisions. An intuitive user control interface will support both casual and hardcore gamers alike.

Study Finds Video Game Play At An All-Time High

by Rainier on July 6, 2009 @ 9:16 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

A recent study from Nielsen shows the video game industry is thriving despite the recession. Overall, the uncertain economy has not hurt gameplay and may have accelerated it as gamers look to get more value out of the games they own.

'Colin McRae: DiRT 2' (ALL) Delayed on PC to Add DirectX11 Support - Screens

by Rainier on July 6, 2009 @ 8:04 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Colin McRae: DiRT 2 benefits from tuned-up car-handling physics system, a new damage engine effects, a new level of visual fidelity, with cars and tracks twice as detailed as those seen in the original. Colin McRae: DiRT 2 will feature a roster of contemporary off-road events, taking players to the most diverse and challenging real-world environments.

'Skate 3' (ALL) Revealed

by Rainier on July 6, 2009 @ 8:01 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Skate 2 is an authentic skateboarding experience with all-new tricks that allow gamers to truly skate it their way, delivering all the grit, creativity and culture of skateboarding. With the success of the two first titles, it should come as no surprise that EA wants to carry on the franchise, and according to skating website Epicly Trife, EA is working on Skate 3, which will apparently include Chet Childress.

'Operation Flashpoint 2: Dragon Rising' (ALL) - New Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on July 6, 2009 @ 7:22 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Operation Flashpoint 2 will see the most realistic modeling of conflict scenarios in a new contemporary theater of war. By offering a multitude of military disciplines, gameplay will deliver warfare more realistic and intense than ever before.

'Ion Assault' (X360) Announced - Screens

by Rainier on July 6, 2009 @ 7:14 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

In Black Inc.'s Space combat action game Ion Assault, instead of conventional weapons, players use the free energy particles that are abundant in space to fend off swarms of aliens.

'Rock Band' (Wii) Gets Green Day Three Pack, And 25 Other Tracks

by Rainier on July 6, 2009 @ 7:09 a.m. PDT | 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.