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Propaganda Games Working on Two Unannounced Titles

by Rainier on April 20, 2009 @ 11:44 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Earlier this year Disney confirmed it had laid off 30 people at Propaganda Games for economic/financial reasons. Today, it was announced that former BioWare executive producer and project director Dan Tudge has taken on the job of vice president and general manager two oversee the operations of the 130-person studio as it continues to work on two unannounced games.

'Domino Master' (XBLA) Gets Title Update And New Content

by Rainier on April 20, 2009 @ 11:39 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Domino Master brings the old pastime into the present with colorful graphics and five game modes to play through.

'Dynasty Warriors: Strikeforce' (PSP) Goes Gold

by Rainier on April 20, 2009 @ 11:03 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Dynasty Warriors: Strikeforce will forever change the way gamers experience the Dynasty Warriors universe. In the game, players will enlist in quests that will challenge their very sense of what it means to be a true warrior.

'Crysis Wars' - v1.5 Patch to Add New Map, Fixes - Screens

by Rainier on April 20, 2009 @ 10:59 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Crysis Wars is the multiplayer component for Crytek's FPS Crysis Warhead and features three modes, 21 maps, vehicles and more. The v1.5 will include some fixes that should improve stability and remove the known exploits, improve game balance, as well as add an all-new map, Ruins.

'Lode Runner' This Week's Xbox Live Arcade Title

by Rainier on April 20, 2009 @ 9:58 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

With Hi-Res 3-D graphics, frenzied 2-D action, 220 levels, and six play modes, Lode Runner makes an epic return. Run, climb, blast blocks, outsmart enemies and grab the gold on your own or with a partner!

'Battlestations: Pacific' (X360/PC) - 24 New Screens

by Rainier on April 20, 2009 @ 9:58 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Battlestations: Pacific features a massive U.S. and Japanese single player campaign that offers a unique blend of action and strategy. Players must plan their moves carefully on huge open-world arenas and fight in the air, above sea and underwater to relive some of the most hard-fought battles in WWII history.

PSP Firmware v5.50 Update Coming Tomorrow

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

Sony announced that tomorrow it will release the v5.50 system software update for PSP introducing an Information Board on the PSP system’s XMB interface, and browsing the PlayStationStore will will no longer require a PlayStation Network account.

'Rock Band 2' (Wii) to Get Toby Keith, Malmsteen, The Shins and More

by Rainier on April 20, 2009 @ 9:38 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.

'Age of Pirates 2: City of Abandoned Ships' Gets Release Date

by Rainier on April 20, 2009 @ 9:33 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Akella's naval RPG title Age of Pirates II: City of Abandoned Ships, developed by Seaward.ru, will combine compelling gameplay and wonderful graphics thus bringing a new experience to all the fans of daring sword duels and ship-to-ship combats.

'Huxley: The Dystopia' (X360/PC) - Screens

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

Huxley is an MMOFPS utilizing the Unreal engine 3 that takes place in a post-apocalyptic world. Humans have mutated and are divided into two opposing races, Sapiens and Alternative, who are forced to battle against one another to gain control of the world and its resources.

'Stalin vs. Martians' Gets Slightly Delayed

by Rainier on April 20, 2009 @ 9:13 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Stalin vs. Martians is an over-the-top strategy game, the Martians suddenly drop off somewhere in Siberia and attack the glorious people of Holy Mother Russia. You take control of the Red Army troops and start kicking the alien butts under Stalin’s guidance. Scheduled for release today, Mezmer Games has pushed the launch a few days for some final polishing.

'Fallout: New Vegas' (PS3/X360/PC) Revealed

by Rainier on April 20, 2009 @ 7:21 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

At a UK press event, Bethesda revealed that it is working on a new installment in the Fallout franchise. Developed by Obsidian (former Black Isle Studios, known for KOTOR II, Neverwinter Nights 2) on the PS3, X360 and PC, Fallout: New Vegas is not a sequel but a standalone game. Featuring the usual RPG elements, it's scheduled for 2010. It wasn't revealed whether the game uses the same engine as Fallout 3 or Obsidian's current project, Alpha Protocol, and fans hoping to get more info in the coming months might be disappointed, as Bethesda's Pete Hines told us that it is "highly unlikely" the game will be shown at E3.

'Jumpgate Evolution' Reveals Spacecrafts - New Screens

by Rainier on April 20, 2009 @ 7:12 a.m. PDT | 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.

Majesco Opens UK Office, Reveals European Lineup

by Rainier on April 20, 2009 @ 6:52 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Majesco announced details of its expanded European operation, which has been established to provide direct routes to retail within the UK. Based in Bristol, Majesco Europe will oversee the marketing, distribution and sales of a product catalog with mainstream titles on handheld and consoles, with its first games due to launch in May 2009.

'UFC 2009 Undisputed' (PS3/X360) - 9 New Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on April 20, 2009 @ 6:41 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

UFC 2009 Undisputed features an authentic and comprehensive UFC atmosphere, including an extensive roster of the best mixed martial arts fighters in the world.

Microsoft Bundles Xbox 360 Elite With 'Halo 3' and 'Fable II'

by Rainier on April 20, 2009 @ 6:38 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Beginning in May, the $399 Xbox 360 Game of the Year Bundle provides 120 GB of storage, a wireless controller, a wireless headset, an HDMI cable, a free Netflix trial, Lionhead's RPG Fable II and Bungie's FPS Halo 3. With the broadest selection of blockbuster games and a robust catalog of TV shows and movies available from Netflix, now is the best time to own an Xbox 360.

Nintendo Download (NDSi/Wii) Monday, April 20, 2009

by Rainier on April 20, 2009 @ 5:59 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Nintendo added a classic, a WiiWare, and two NDSi titles to the Shop Channels. Nintendo owners with online access can redeem Points to download: Crystal Defenders R1 (Wiiware), Wonder Boy III: Monster Lair (VC), Master of Illusion Express: Deep Psyche, and Dr. Mario Express (NDSiWare).

Monday, April 20, 2009 Shipping Announcements

by Rainier on April 20, 2009 @ 5:20 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:

'Shimano Xtreme Fishing' (Wii) - New Screens

by Rainier on April 20, 2009 @ 5:16 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Embracing the wilder side of sport fishing, Shimano Xtreme Fishing is the only videogame to let players take the fight to the fish with bow and speargun in addition to the traditional rod and reel.

'Warhammer Online' Rolls Out 'Beyond the Sands' In-Game Live Event

by Rainier on April 20, 2009 @ 5:10 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Call to Arms will introduce an array of new content for WAR players, and from April 20 to April 27, the armies of WAR will clash over the wreckage of mysterious airships that fell from the sky and puzzle over the appearance of strange artifacts from far-off lands.