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'Stormrise' (PS3/X360/PC) Echelon vs. Sai Units #1

by Rainier on Jan. 23, 2009 @ 3:45 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Stormrise is an real time strategy console title offering fans of the classic RTS genre an immersive and dramatic twist whilst challenging the conscience. Experience the heat of the battlefield by leading your troops from the front line, instead of the traditional way of controlling the units from a detached view point.

'S.O.S: The Final Escape 3' (PSP) - 12 New Screens

by Rainier on Jan. 23, 2009 @ 3:33 p.m. PST | Filed under News

S.O.S: The Final Escape 3 is the latest installment in the survival game series, previous titles were on the PS2, requiring you to fend for yourself in a city surrounded by mountains, ocean, and rivers that is experiencing torrential rains. All order has collapsed and there is no choice but to escape.

'Gears of War 2' (X360) Gives Away $25,000 During 13 Days of Gears Sweepstakes

by Rainier on Jan. 23, 2009 @ 3:23 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Gears of War 2 picks up six months after the events of the original, thrusting players back into humankind's epic battle for survival against a nightmarish force of underground creatures known as the Locust Horde. Fans can register to win prizes every day for 13 days straight beginning Feb. 1 by playing Gears of War 2.

'The Sims 3' - 4 New Screens

by Rainier on Jan. 23, 2009 @ 3:17 p.m. PST | Filed under News

What if you had to live your whole life in one location … and then one day, suddenly, you could step outside and go anywhere in the whole neighborhood? The Sims 3 gives you the freedom to create unique Sims and immerse them in your own living neighborhood of endless possibility!

'Rock Band' (ALL) to Get Another Grateful Dead Pack

by Rainier on Jan. 23, 2009 @ 3:13 p.m. PST | 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.

'Dynasty Warriors: GUNDAM 2' (ALL) - 12 New Screens

by Rainier on Jan. 23, 2009 @ 1:15 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Dynasty Warriors: GUNDAM 2 combines the devastating power of the Mobile Suit, the rich legacy of the GUNDAM universe and the furious Tactical Action game play of the Dynasty Warriors series. The game will thrust players into incredible battles against legions of enemy Mobile Suits on distant planetary surfaces and in the far reaches of outer space.

'The House of the Dead: Overkill' (Wii) Goes Gold - Trailer

by Rainier on Jan. 23, 2009 @ 1:09 p.m. PST | Filed under News

SEGA's The House of the Dead: Overkill, developed by London-based studio Headstrong Games, is an all-new pulp-horror reinvention of the light-gun shooter franchise, taking you right back to the beginning of this classic horror series.

'Grand Theft Auto IV: The Lost and Damned' (X360) - Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on Jan. 23, 2009 @ 12:42 p.m. PST | Filed under News

GTA IV: The Lost and Damned features a new main character and plot that intersects with the storyline of Grand Theft Auto IV; new missions that offer an entirely fresh way to explore Liberty City with new multiplayer modes, weapons and vehicles; and a diverse soundtrack with additional music.

Microsoft Shuts Down 'Flight Simulator' Studio ACES

by Rainier on Jan. 23, 2009 @ 12:30 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Yesterday Microsoft's latest financial results revealed that the software giant would be laying off 5,000 people over the next 18 months, starting with 1,400 immediate dismissals. While rumors are that the entertainment division will be hit hard (Zune and Xbox) it has been confirmed that ACES, the internal studio responsible for the long-running Flight Simulator series, will be shut down. However, Microsoft also said that this does not mean the end of the franchise; it will continue, but no specific details were disclosed.

'Star Wars: The Old Republic' - 6 New Screens

by Rainier on Jan. 23, 2009 @ 11:47 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Star Wars: The Old Republic will let you explore an age thousands of years before the rise of Darth Vader when war between the Old Republic and the Sith Empire divides the galaxy. Choose to play as Jedi, Sith, or a variety of other classic Star Wars roles, defining your personal story and determining your path down the light or dark side of the Force.

SimBin Unveils 'Project Toad'

by Rainier on Jan. 23, 2009 @ 11:37 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Project Toad will be an add-on to the RACE07/GTR Evo base, similar to what SimBin did with the STCC title. Like STCC, it will improve and enhance the base game as well as iron out the odd bugs still left in the system, add new cars, new tracks and a new level of fun and competitive racing. It's not a lot of concrete info, but SimBin promised there will be more details shortly.

'Halo Wars' (X360) Goes Gold, Demo Coming Feb. 5 - Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on Jan. 23, 2009 @ 9:45 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Halo Wars is a strategy game based on the Halo universe where players will command armies of familiar and new UNSC units in its initial encounters against the Covenant, an alien coalition threatening to obliterate mankind.

'Burnout Paradise' (ALL) Feb. 6 Free Patch Details

by Rainier on Jan. 23, 2009 @ 9:44 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Buckle up and prepare to unleash anarchy in the ultimate burner's paradise as Burnout Paradise gives players license to wreak havoc in Paradise City, the ultimate seamless racing battleground with a massive infrastructure of traffic-heavy roads to abuse.

'UFC 2009 Undisputed' (PS3/X360) - 10 New Screens

by Rainier on Jan. 23, 2009 @ 9:25 a.m. PST | Filed under News

THQ's UFC 2009 Undisputed, based on the mixed martial arts organization, featuring an authentic and comprehensive UFC atmosphere, including an extensive roster of the best mixed martial arts fighters in the world.

'OutRun Online Arcade' (PS3/X360) Achievements Revealed

by Rainier on Jan. 23, 2009 @ 9:24 a.m. PST | Filed under News

OutRun Online Arcade delivers online multiplayer racing for up to 6 players, with fast paced OutRun, Heart Attack and Time Attack modes, the draw to the open road has never been so appealing.

'MadWorld' (Wii) - 10 New Screens

by Rainier on Jan. 23, 2009 @ 8:21 a.m. PST | Filed under News

MadWorld is a third-person action game that has a unique black & white style depicting a sharp backdrop that straddles graphic novels and 3-D worlds, mixing irreverent humor and over-the-top violence.

'Empire: Total War' System Requirements

by Rainier on Jan. 23, 2009 @ 8:18 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Empire: Total War will maintain the Total War series' 3D battles, grand turn based campaign map and rich historical flavor while for the first time introducing not only 3D naval combat into the franchise, but also a 1vs1 multiplayer mode.

'Jumpgate Evolution' - 28 New Screens

by Rainier on Jan. 23, 2009 @ 8:07 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Staying true to its early vision, NetDevil has improved upon the original Jumpgate in every way, with a complete graphics update, and the integration of advanced AI features to ensure unpredictable and compelling situations.

European Parliament Approves of PEGI Rating System

by Rainier on Jan. 23, 2009 @ 7:53 a.m. PST | Filed under News

The Committee on Civil Liberties, Justice and Home Affairs (LIBE), of the European Parliament met this week to discuss a report that highlights the issues of consumer protection, with particular reference to minors, when playing video games as well as for the European Parliament to endorse the PEGI age rating system currently in operation

'Tom Clancy's H.A.W.X.' (ALL) - Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on Jan. 23, 2009 @ 7:48 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Set in 2012, Tom Clancy's H.A.W.X. (high-altitude warfare) is the first air combat game in the Tom Clancy’s universe, featuring cutting-edge technology, devastating firepower, and intense dogfights. Soon, flying at Mach 3 becomes a right, not a privilege.