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'Destroy All Humans! Path of the Furon' (X360) Coming to PS3, But Only in Europe

by Rainier on Nov. 28, 2008 @ 4:24 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Destroy All Humans! Path of the Furon follows Crypto on a journey of enlightenment and hi-fi destruction as he faces his most dangerous enemy yet and lampoons the pop culture of the Funked Out 1970s. Delayed in North America due to "development issues," European Path of the Furon fans are still getting it because of its Feb. 13, 2009 release date according to THQ UK.

'Command & Conquer: Red Alert 3' (ALL) Demo Now on Xbox Live

by Rainier on Nov. 28, 2008 @ 12:46 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Red Alert 3 takes players on an epic RTS adventure to an alternate future spawned by time travel run amok, featuring a fully co-operative campaign, the series' light-hearted style and classic, action-oriented gameplay. Following last week's PC demo, EA has now also released in on Xbox Live, featuring a tutorial and a mission for both the Allied and Soviet side.

'Gears of War 2' (X360) Rolls Out Update, Fixes Matchmaking Issues

by Rainier on Nov. 27, 2008 @ 12:50 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. Epic has issued a patch for Gears of War 2, addressing the matchmaking issues as well as improving stats collection and the ability to start the campaign when XBL is down.

'Sonic and the Black Knight' (Wii) - 21 New Screens

by Rainier on Nov. 27, 2008 @ 12:46 p.m. PST | Filed under News

SEGA's Sonic and the Black Knight is bringing Sonic into the world of Arthurian legend and offers the worlds most infamous blue hedgehog the chance to become a knight.

'SOCOM' (PS3) Delayed in Europe Until 2009

by Rainier on Nov. 27, 2008 @ 12:41 p.m. PST | Filed under News

SOCOM: U.S. Navy SEALs Confrontation focuses on online play and the global community and clans that support it, with Tournaments, Clan Ladders, and Leader Boards. European SOCOM will have to wait a bit longer to get into the spec ops multiplayer action, as SCEE has pushed it back until 2009. While not giving any details as to the reason why, the North America version has been plagued by various rippling issues from controls, to connectivity and beyond since its since mid Oct. launch, even with the recent patch.

'Star Trek Online' (ALL) - Screens

by Rainier on Nov. 27, 2008 @ 10:06 a.m. PST | Filed under News

With customizable ships and characters from the Klingon Empire and United Federation of Planets, ground, space and shipboard gameplay and unique options for player-generated content set in the Star Trek universe, Star Trek Online is the MMOG that allows you to boldly go where no one has gone before!

'7Million' Enters Closed Beta Stage, Sign Up Now

by Rainier on Nov. 27, 2008 @ 8:48 a.m. PST | Filed under News

7Million is a free to play MMO in the exciting world of spectacular heists, daring thieves and glamorous lady larcenists, featuring action filled puzzle games, cool, fully customizable characters and challenging missions – delivered in true style, of course. Wannabe mobsters who would like to take part in the closed beta test can sign up here ...

Various Game Trailers #1488

by Rainier on Nov. 27, 2008 @ 8:28 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Another day, another batch of game trailers was released. Instead of giving them all their own posts, we grouped them, and so far there are trailers for:

  • ArmA II [PC] - Extended Trailer
  • Puzzlegeddon - Advanced Techniques Trailer
  • SimAnimals [NDS/Wii] - Trailer #2
  • Steel Fury: Kharkov 1942 [PC] - Trailer #3
  • The Chronicles of Spellborn [PC] - Launch Trailer

  • We will update this throughout the day when new trailers become available. Read more for download links ...

'Bayonetta' (PS3/X360) - 12 New Screens

by Rainier on Nov. 27, 2008 @ 8:18 a.m. PST | Filed under News

A witch with powers beyond the comprehension of mere mortals, Bayonetta faces off against countless angelic enemies, many reaching epic proportions. With magnificent over-the-top action and outlandish finishing moves that are performed with balletic grace, Bayonetta brings to life some fast-paced, dynamic climax combat.

'Fragile' (Wii) - 14 New Screens

by Rainier on Nov. 27, 2008 @ 7:00 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Namco Bandai's Fragile, developed by Eternal Sonata studio Tri-Crescendo, is a Wii exclusive RPG that follows the story of Set, a young boy tasked to explore various cities in a post-apocalyptic world trying to find out why everyone has disappeared.

'Assassin's Creed 2' (ALL) Confirmed

by Rainier on Nov. 27, 2008 @ 12:56 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Ubisoft released its results for the six months ended September 30, 2008, revealing sales for the first six months of 2008-09 were up 31.8%, driven by casual games and its distribution business. In the follow-up conference call, Ubisoft CEO Yves Guillemot confirmed that Assassin's Creed 2 is in development and will be set a few hundred years after the original, most likely the French Revolution in the 1700s.

'Rise Of The Argonauts' (PS3/X360/PC) Achievements Revealed

by Rainier on Nov. 27, 2008 @ 12:00 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Codemasters' Rise Of The Argonauts is an action/rpg set in ancient Greece where you will embark on an epic quest, and encounter legendary figures such as Jason, Hercules and Atalanta.

'Stormrise' (PS3/X360/PC) - New Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on Nov. 26, 2008 @ 5:57 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.

THQ Collector's Pack on Steam, 12 Games for $99.99

by Rainier on Nov. 26, 2008 @ 5:52 p.m. PST | Filed under News

The THQ Collector's Pack, which includes one dozen titles from top franchises such as Company of Heroes, Titan Quest, and Dawn of War, is now available via Steam for just $99.99 — a savings of more than $100. In addition to the THQ Pack, Titan Quest Gold (the complete Titan Quest collection) is available at a 50% savings through Monday, Dec. 1, 2008.

'Street Fighter IV' (PS3/X360/PC) - 15 New Screens

by Rainier on Nov. 26, 2008 @ 5:48 p.m. PST | Filed under News

SF IV features a mix of returning favorites (Ryu, Ken, Chun-Li etc.) along with new characters created for this game, such as Crimson Viper, Abel, El Fuerte, and Rufus. Characters and environments are rendered in stylized 3D, while the game is played in the classic 2D perspective with additional 3D camera flourishes. In case you missed yesterdays batch...

'Pyroblazer' (ALL) Demo Available NOW

by Rainier on Nov. 26, 2008 @ 3:26 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Pyroblazer is a futuristic combat racing game set amidst the awe-inspiring locations of New Apeiron, where players get the opportunity to race through a multitude of environments using a wide selection of anti-gravity craft known as Blazers.

Various Game Trailers #1487

by Rainier on Nov. 26, 2008 @ 3:07 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Another day, another batch of game trailers was released. Instead of giving them all their own posts, we grouped them, and so far there are trailers for:

  • F.E.A.R. 2: Project Origin [ALL] - Developer Q&A Trailer #3
  • Halo 3: ODST [X360] - Name Change Trailer
  • Destroy All Humans! Path of the Furon [X360] - Launch Trailer
  • Savage Moon [PSN] - Trailer
  • Alpha Protocol [PS3/X360/PC] - Developer Diary Trailer


  • We will update this throughout the day when new trailers become available. Read more for download links ...

'Super Stardust Portable' (PSP) Making Its PSN Debut Next Week - Screens

by Rainier on Nov. 26, 2008 @ 2:49 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Super Stardust Portable is the PSP version of PS3's asteroid-blasting Super Stardust HD, with some nice additions. Carve asteroids into chunks, smash them into tiny pieces, punch holes through them while avoiding the flying debris that results. Hordes of enemies, led by the evil Professor Schaumund, are on your tail – you’ll need to clear these bad guys off the map as well.

Xbox Live Marketplace Black Friday Sale

by Rainier on Nov. 26, 2008 @ 2:30 p.m. PST | Filed under News

If you live in the US, you know that the day after Thanksgiving is a huge discount shopping day called Black Friday, and Xbox LIVE Marketplace is taking part throughout the weekend. Starting this Friday, XBL Gold members located in the U.S. can save on select Marketplace offers.

'Rock Band' (ALL) to Get Naked, Bodom, Rejects, Euro Tracks

by Rainier on Nov. 26, 2008 @ 2:21 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. Next week will see a flood of new DLC starting with two Naked Brothers Band songs, All-American Rejects and a bunch of Euro tracks...