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Ubisoft to Use Havok Middleware in Future Titles

by Rainier on Oct. 6, 2009 @ 10:52 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Havok today announced that it has signed a multi-year, worldwide licensing agreement with Ubisoft to use Havok’s software in upcoming titles across all game platforms.

'Crash Commando' (PS3) Title Update to Fix Issues, Add Rumble Support

by Rainier on Oct. 6, 2009 @ 10:45 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Crash Commando, a PS3 title exclusively for download on PlayStation Network, is a side scrolling multiplayer shooter game pitting two arch-enemy commando factions - the Grunts and the Jarheads - against each other in an all-out fight for world supremacy.

'Academy of Champions' (Wii) - New Screens

by Rainier on Oct. 6, 2009 @ 10:04 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Academy of Champions engages players in a rich, story-driven adventure around the world's most popular sport. The journey begins with enrollment at an extraordinary Academy where your coach is the legendary Pelé and U.S. soccer champion Mia Hamm is your team member and mentor.

'Europa Universalis: Rome - Vae Victis' - v2.2 Patch Available NOW

by Rainier on Oct. 6, 2009 @ 9:25 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

EU: Rome covers the time period from the first Punic War to the start of the true Empire. Players will have thousand of gameplay choices ranging from country, culture, and character options etc., making every game infinitely customizable and unique.

'Shaun the Sheep: Off His Head' (NDS) - Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on Oct. 6, 2009 @ 8:12 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

In Shaun the Sheep: Off His Head the farmer is all set for a big date, but wait…..the farmer’s new toupee has gone missing! Gamers will play as Shaun and call upon other favorite characters from the show, such as Shirley, Timmy, Bitzer and more, as they help Shaun escape the naughty pigs and other mischievous animals in a bid to rescue the missing toupee!

PopCap Games Secures $22.5 Million Investment

by Rainier on Oct. 6, 2009 @ 8:09 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

PopCap Games has secured US$22.5 million in funding led by Meritech Capital Partners, Larry Bowman and John McCaw. The new funding round represents a minority stake and is the first in the ten-year history of PopCap, which has maintained profitability since its inception while growing to more than 240 fulltime employees in offices around the globe.

'Runes of Magic' Surpasses Two Million Subscribers Mark

by Rainier on Oct. 6, 2009 @ 8:03 a.m. PDT | 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 2,000 quests embedded in an atmospheric world.

'DJ Hero' (ALL) Complete Tracklist Announced

by Rainier on Oct. 6, 2009 @ 5:33 a.m. PDT | 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.

'U-Sing' (Wii) Partial Tracklist #2 - Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on Oct. 6, 2009 @ 4:47 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

U-Sing offers people of all ages the chance to sing all the hits from Universal Music including all the classics through to the latest popular songs, specifically tailored per territory. In addition to the songs, U-Sing will also offer all the original music clips.

Codemasters Using morpheme Middleware for Future Title Development

by Rainier on Oct. 6, 2009 @ 4:45 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Codemasters has selected NaturalMotion’s animation middleware morpheme in a far-reaching deal covering upcoming titles and future game development.

'Gray Matter' Celebrity Voice-overs Finalized, Faces More Delays

by Rainier on Oct. 6, 2009 @ 4:37 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Designed by Gabriel Knight 3's Jane Jensen, Gray Matter is an epic adventure game with a story that mixes eerie mysteries with supernatural events. Delayed last year until early 2008, a developer switch pushed the game until 2009, which is now scheduled for March 2010.

'Resident Evil 5' (ALL) Alternative Edition As DLC Or Retail? - Screens

by Rainier on Oct. 6, 2009 @ 4:21 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Resident Evil 5 promises to revolutionize the survival horror series by delivering an unbelievable level of detail, realism and control. During last months Tokyo Game Show RE5 producer Takeuchi revealed the Alternative Edition, adding an additional two hours of brand new content. While the PS3 version, supporting the new Motion Controller, will be available in retail, Capcom is asking European and North American fans to vote on how they want the new content, on disc or download.

Tuesday, October 6, 2009 Shipping Announcements

by Rainier on Oct. 6, 2009 @ 3:31 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 ...

'Super Street Fighter IV' (ALL) - 17 New Screens

by Rainier on Oct. 6, 2009 @ 2:29 a.m. PDT | 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.

'Tony Hawk: Ride' (ALL) Soundtrack Revealed

by Rainier on Oct. 6, 2009 @ 2:12 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

For the first time, players will have the ability to physically play the game using an innovative motion sensing skateboard controller, allowing for unprecedented freedom and movement. Tony Hawk: RIDE focuses on innovation and fun, bringing the action-sports franchise to the forefront with cutting-edge technology for the hardcore fans and accessibility for the mass audience.

FIFA Interactive World Cup 2010 Season Announced

by Rainier on Oct. 6, 2009 @ 2:07 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Responding to consumer feedback from the online games played, FIFA Soccer 10 will deliver a new standard for authenticity with gameplay refinements and innovations that will make it the most complete and intelligent simulation of soccer. The FIWC is a season-long tournament mirroring the real world of football in which competitors from all around the world participate playing EA SPORTS FIFA 10.

'Magicka' (X360/PC) - Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on Oct. 6, 2009 @ 1:53 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Magicka is an action/adventure in which the player takes on the role of a wizard of a decadent ancient order, utilizing a complex game mechanic to let players, in real-time, dynamically combine different elements to create spells or the even more powerful Magicks to exploit the weaknesses of their foes.

'Empire: Total War' Rolls Out v1.5 Patch, Warpath Campaign DLC

by Rainier on Oct. 6, 2009 @ 1:44 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Empire: Total War will maintain the series 3D battles, grand turn based campaign map and rich historical flavor while for the first time introducing 3D naval combat into the series.

'Warrior Epic' Digital Currency Cards Now At Retail

by Rainier on Oct. 6, 2009 @ 1:31 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Warrior Epic is a free to play online action/RPG set in an original fantasy universe, where players can utilize a wide selection of warrior classes to go out raiding dungeons in a variety of novel environments, supporting co-op campaigns and PVP. Digital currency cards for its MMORPG, Warrior Epic are now available in leading national retail stores throughout North America.

'Luminous Arc 3' (NDS) Revealed - Screens

by Rainier on Oct. 5, 2009 @ 7:32 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Luminous Arc 3 is an epic strategy RPG loaded to the brim with content, including a wealth of new characters, hand drawn graphics, local and online multiplayer support, multiple endings, an updated user interface, etc...