by Rainier on Sept. 2, 2009 @ 2:31 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Two years ago, at Leafmore High, a group of young teenagers were trapped inside their school and hunted by monsters that had been released by the maniac headmaster. Some of them survived that terrible night, while others perished. In Obscure: The Aftermath, the survivors have picked up their lives and joined college.
by Rainier on Sept. 2, 2009 @ 2:20 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Digital distribution outlet
GamersGate announced that all this weekend you can purchase the Civilization 4 Complete Edition at 60% off its normal price, Victoria Complete at half (50%) off, while Trine gets a 25% reduction.
by Rainier on Sept. 2, 2009 @ 2:08 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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For the first time ever, you can customize the makeup of your band with any combination of instruments in-game: two guitars and two drums, or three guitars and a microphone, etc. while also adding new gameplay mode. Activision details which tracks you can import from World Tour and Smash Hits, as well as the upcoming DLCs for the rest of the month.
by Rainier on Sept. 2, 2009 @ 12:53 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Storybook Workshop immerses kids and their parents in 16 classic children's fairy tales and fables and many other exciting features. Through the use of the included USB microphone, you can read along, record and play back readings of your favorite stories, including the most beloved tales from Hans Christian Andersen, the Brothers Grimm, Aesop and around the world.
by Rainier on Sept. 2, 2009 @ 12:45 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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The entertainment pack features an exclusive PSN downloadable voucher for a white Chevrolet Corvette ZR1, not available in the game and only offered in this hardware package, as well as a Mystic Silver PSP; Gran Turismo on UMD; PlayStation Network downloadable movie voucher (title to be announced); a 2GB Memory Stick PRO Duo; and a music voucher good for 10 downloadable songs from Sony Music Pass.
by Rainier on Sept. 2, 2009 @ 11:48 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Heroes of Newerth, a session-based multiplayer Action-RPG, is heavily inspired by the popular Warcraft 3 mod, Defense of the Ancients (DotA), but with vast improvements in graphics and gameplay.
by Rainier on Sept. 2, 2009 @ 11:37 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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THQ/Relic and Shanda Interactive announced a co-development and publishing agreement for an online-only version of THQ's 3D RTS game Company of Heroes, giving players will be able to build their character up from private to general through new multiplayer cooperative missions, gameplay modes, and player-versus-player combat.
by Rainier on Sept. 2, 2009 @ 11:23 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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After years of hibernation, Bonk returns in the brand new game Bonk: Brink of Extinction, an updated version of the classic side scrolling adventure with 3D graphics, new enemies, online play and much more.
by Rainier on Sept. 2, 2009 @ 11:16 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Bomberman Live: Battlefest will feature the same frantic action with 8-person online multiplayer that the series is known for, as well as a wealth of all-new features, including teams, new modes, new arenas, new power-ups, new costumes, and even the ability to use an avatar as a playable character.
by Rainier on Sept. 2, 2009 @ 11:05 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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The God of War Collection will feature reworked versions of both God of War and God of War II on a single Blu-ray Disc, remastered with anti-aliased graphics running at 60 frames per second for a smooth gameplay experience, as well as adding PlayStation Network trophy support to both titles for the first time. SCEE issued
a statement saying that it is looking into releasing the GoW collection in Europe, but it wont be in 2009.
by Rainier on Sept. 2, 2009 @ 10:12 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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MTV Games and The Beatles license holder Apple Corps are developing a new video game that will be an experiential progression through and celebration of the music and artistry of The Beatles spanning the UK band's entire discography. While MTV Games and Harmonix were keeping one final song "as a surprise," members of
the community managed to figure out that the secret song is ... Abbey Road's "The End."
by Rainier on Sept. 2, 2009 @ 9:33 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Champions Online is based on the popular pen-and-paper Champions RPG, giving players the power of total customization of their hero experience while they explore a vast universe of richly detailed 3D environments.
by Rainier on Sept. 2, 2009 @ 9:27 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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GOG.com has completed its first year in the public eye, and to celebrate the anniversary it is going retro with a rerun of the “Buy 1, Get 1 Free” promo. Until September 8, gamers can buy any game from GOG.com’s Interplay catalogue and get another free! You could buy Fallout 1 and 2 for just $5.99 for countless hours of classic-gaming goodness!
by Rainier on Sept. 2, 2009 @ 9:17 a.m. PDT | 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. SEGA launched a contest on
Maxim.com to find the one girl who best captures the style and attitude of the heroine of PlatinumGames’ upcoming action game.
by Rainier on Sept. 2, 2009 @ 8:19 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Majesty 2: The Fantasy Kingdom Sim will focus on reinventing many aspects of the original game, updating the franchise for the 21st Century. A key element that will permeate the game is the charm and humor of the original Majesty.
by Rainier on Sept. 2, 2009 @ 8:09 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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IL-2 Sturmovik: Birds of Prey is based around the large-scale aerial combat and ground military operations of WWII. Players can participate in some of the most famous battles piloting fighters, battle planes and heavy bombers across a range of 50+ missions.
by Rainier on Sept. 2, 2009 @ 7:59 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Galactic Command: Echo Squad SE puts the player in the cockpit of an Echo fighter, where they'll lead the Galactic Command squadron in massive scale aerial and space combat engagement.
by Rainier on Sept. 2, 2009 @ 7:05 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Nordic Games' We Sing is the first singing game to utilize four microphones, allowing four players to sing at the same time.
by Rainier on Sept. 2, 2009 @ 7:00 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen propels players straight into an adrenaline-pumping battle for supremacy across the globe where every second and every choice makes the difference between mankind's salvation and annihilation.
by Rainier on Sept. 2, 2009 @ 6:34 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Brütal Legend is a 3rd person action/adventure starring Jack Black in the role of roadie Eddie Riggs, who sets on an epic quest to build an army of rockers with only a broad axe, a big block V8 and his faithful guitar in hand. With already an impressive lineup of celebrities, Brütal Legend has
recently added comedians
Kyle Gass (Jack Black's Tenacious D partner),
Steve Agee, and
Brian Posehn.