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California Takes Video Game Violence to Supreme Court

by Rainier on May 20, 2009 @ 1:16 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Wasting valuable tax payer dollars in a budget crisis, Governor Schwarzenegger today filed an appeal to the U.S. Supreme Court in a bid to enact a law that would ban the sale or rental of violent video games to people under 18, legislation that was ruled unconstitutional months ago.

'Space Ark' (XBLA) Announced - Screens

by Rainier on May 20, 2009 @ 1:13 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Space Ark is a fun homage to the bright and bouncy arcade games of the late 80s such as Rainbow Island and Arkanoid, with an added mix of Pinball.

'CrimeCraft' Enters Closed Beta, Gets Release Date

by Rainier on May 20, 2009 @ 12:51 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Vogster Interactive's CrimeCraft, powered by the Unreal Engine 3, is an MMO that combines the action of a tactical shooter with the strategy of an RPG. Set in a modern world you take part in the political, economical and social life of a big city.

'Terminator Salvation: The Videogame' (ALL) PC Edition Fubar, Yanked from Retail

by Rainier on May 20, 2009 @ 12:31 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Terminator Salvation is a 3rd person action game with concentrated armed combat against all of the Skynet enemies from the film while encountering new enemies specifically designed for the game. Released yesterday, Evolve Games has recalled the PC edition from retail due to a install shield error preventing people from successfully installing the game.

'Mars' (PS3/X360/PC) - 9 New Screens

by Rainier on May 20, 2009 @ 12:06 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Mars is a Sci-fi RPG action game that innovatively merges character development and light and rhythmic fights. it takes you on a journey deep into an original futuristic universe and presents you with scenarios dealing with difference, racism and environment.

Watch Netflix Movies on Your PC Through Windows Media

by Rainier on May 20, 2009 @ 11:21 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Microsoft announced that more than 12,000 movies and TV episodes from Netflix Inc. are now available to watch instantly on the PC using Windows Media Center on PCs with Windows Vista.

'Saints Row 2' (ALL) to Get Corporate Warfare DLC - Screens

by Rainier on May 20, 2009 @ 10:56 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Saints Row 2 offers vastly expanded customization options, a totally transformed and expanded city of Stilwater, new vehicles, sandbox tools and toys as well as both online co-op and competitive multiplayer. Corporate Warfare will feature a new mission arc, new vehicles, customization options, multiplayer maps, achievements and more...

'Hinterland: Orc Lords' Gets Further Delayed - Trailer

by Rainier on May 20, 2009 @ 10:52 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Hinterland: Orc Lords, a seriously enhanced and updated version of last year's Hinterland, a game where you loot, level and build mixed with fast paced RPG combat and strategic base building!

'Killzone 2' (PS3) Flash and Thunder Pack Adds Map Remakes - Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on May 20, 2009 @ 10:10 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Killzone 2 throws players back into the midst of a hostile and dramatic ongoing battle between the ISA and Helghast army, delivering intense warfare with lifelike character animations, detailed and destructible environments, realistic physics, and advanced levels of AI.

'Ghostbusters: The Video Game' (ALL) Pre-Order Incentives

by Rainier on May 20, 2009 @ 10:04 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Equipped with a variety of unique weapons and gadgets, players will hunt, fight and capture a wide range of supernatural villains in a funny and frightening battle to save New York City from its latest paranormal plague. Apart from Amazon's exclusive Slimer Edition, pre-order at Gamestop gets you a Ghostbusters T-Shirt and an in game alternate suit, at Walmart / Sam's Club you get an in-game gold proton pack, while Best Buy gets you the Mayor or the Ghoul as playable character.

'Need for Speed Nitro' (NDS/Wii) - Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on May 20, 2009 @ 9:49 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Boasting a wholly unique look and feel, Need for Speed Nitro delivers the fun and exhilaration of high-speed racing, as you battle through the mayhem of aggressive cops, take corners at 150 mph, and own the competition on extreme tracks.

'SBK09 Superbike World Championship' (ALL) Demo Available NOW

by Rainier on May 20, 2009 @ 9:46 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

SBK09 Superbike World Championship offers the ultimate experience of the championship. Tracks, teams, riders, it’s all there unaltered to make the player feel the adrenaline rush of real motorbike competition.

'Steambot Chronicles Battle Tournament' (PSP) - New Screens

by Rainier on May 20, 2009 @ 9:42 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Atlus U.S.A. has acquired the North American publishing rights for Steambot Chronicles Battle Tournament for PSP, an action game overflowing with intense mech customization, an open-world mission structure, and fast-paced arena style combat.

'Academy of Champions' (Wii) Announced

by Rainier on May 20, 2009 @ 9:30 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Ubisoft's 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.

'The Bigs 2' (ALL) - 10 New Screens

by Rainier on May 20, 2009 @ 9:24 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Known for its over-the-top style of gameplay, The Bigs 2 focuses on the big fast-paced moments in Major League Baseball with new opportunities to go up against MLB legends, more mini-games like Home Run Pinball, and a variety of other new features.

'Aliens vs. Predator' (PS3/X360/PC) - Game Details, Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on May 20, 2009 @ 8:52 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

In Aliens vs. Predator players will have the chance to take the role of the three infamous species; the Colonial Marine, the Predator and the Alien. Each of the three species has its very own distinct story-driven single-player campaign mode that interweaves with the campaigns of the other two species.

'Jambo! Safari: Animal Rescue' (NDS/Wii) Announced

by Rainier on May 20, 2009 @ 8:45 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

SEGA announced Jambo! Safari, an action packed African adventure that takes the fun and excitement of the classic 1990’s arcade action title and reinvents it with modern graphics and deeper gameplay, suited to today’s Nintendo consumers.

'HistWar: Les Grognards' - 15 New Screens

by Rainier on May 20, 2009 @ 8:42 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Histwar: Les Grognards! is a revolutionary Napoleonic strategic and tactical war game that thrusts you into the thrilling and challenging role of the Commander In Chief of one of the many powerful Napoleonic armies between the years 1805 -1814 including the mighty French, Austrian and Russians.

'ArmA II' (ALL) Goes Gold, Release Date Moved Forward

by Rainier on May 20, 2009 @ 8:38 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

ArmA II is set in the near future, year 2009, in a fictional post soviet country called Chernarus. Players will be sent as members of a US Marine Corps Force Recon squad to this country to prevent further civilian casualties and ensure ongoing stability there.

'Left Behind II: Tribulation Forces' Gets Release Date - Screens

by Rainier on May 20, 2009 @ 8:32 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Announced in 2007, Left Behind II: Tribulation Forces includes well over 100 features, enhancements, upgraded graphics, and it resolves numerous issues that made its predecessor controversial.