Designed to deliver a true driver’s experience that reflects contemporary motorsports, Need for Speed Shift is built by racers for racers, delivering an authentic and immersive driving experience.

Yesterday, we reported that the Chinese Ministry of Culture and the Ministry of Commerce issued a ban on the trading of in-game currency for real cash, which we referred to as the illustrious "gold farming," but according to Professor Richard Heeks, it's rather the opposite (thanks IncGamers). Gold farming is where people buy in-game items with real cash, thus bypassing the grinding aspect of MMOs such as World of Warcraft, where the aforementioned ban refers to people buying real objects, or gambling, with in-game currency.

Uncharted 2: Among Thieves, sequel to Naughty Dog's 2007 PS3-exclusive action/adventure game, revolves around 13th century explorer Marco Polo, putting the focus on story, stealth gameplay and a free climbing mechanic. Last month Naughty Dog launched a multiplayer beta, and having learned from that experience, plans for a second MP beta were revealed, which will be available to an even wider group this time.

Mana Khemia evolves to a new level with the ultimate 2D graphics blended with anime influenced 3D environments. Game play is as excellent as its looks with plenty of action and tons of item crafting.

Continuing its global expansion, Kalypso Media USA announced that it has appointed industry veteran, Deborah Tillett, as president of its newly established U.S. headquarters in Baltimore, MD. Tillett will be responsible for developing and implementing Kalypso’s strategic and creative vision for North America.

Forza Motorsport 3 unites the racing game genre, making it possible for everyone to experience the thrill of the world’s most exotic and exquisite cars. Live the most realistic racing experience ever as you take the wheel of more than 400 of the most-beloved cars on over 100 renowned real-world tracks and exotic road courses from around the globe.

Set within a near-fictional, historical WWII setting, players take on the role of the heroic OSA agent BJ Blazkowicz as they are thrust into the unknown and unexpected to battle against combat troops, otherworldly forces, and the dark science created by a supernatural Nazi force hell-bent on world domination.

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:

• Fuel (PC)
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Puzzle Bobble Galaxy, known in North America as Space Bust-A-Move, is a match-three arcade puzzle game starring the Bub and Bob dinosaur brothers from the Bubble Bobble game. Players will embark on a magnificent adventure set in space as they help battle against powerful enemies who are trying to rule the entire universe.

MapleStory is an online adventure game that centers around the "Maple World," allowing players to combat monsters and develop their characters' skills and abilities in an immense platform-inspired persistent world.

Strategy First is giving 50% off on ALL of its titles hosted on their website. Incredible savings can also be found on the ‘Take No Prisoners’ 20 pack which for a limited time will feature 50% off the regular $69.99 for a savings over $200.

Ready to set the standard for fighting games with stunning realism and uncompromising quality, Tekken 6 promises to deliver a pulse-pounding edge-of-your-seat experience with bone-jarring punches and gut-wrenching grapples.

Damnation features open environments, frenetic combat, daredevil acrobatics and high-octane vehicle-based stunts, pesenting players with an intense test of reflexes, quick thinking and rapid-fire conflict. According to court documents, the entire Blue Omega development team has been laid off following several lawsuits with subcontractors VelvetElvis (for low quality work) and Point of View (for continuing development after Codemasters removed Blue Omega from the game) and low sales in general.

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:

• Darksiders: Wrath of War [PS3/X360] - Trailer #8
• BlazBlue: Calamity Trigger [PS3/X360] - Launch Trailer
• Tales of Monkey Island [Wii/PC] - Gameplay Trailer
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Players will challenge the demonic forces of Valron in real-time combat as they strive to become the Wonderking that will bring light to the shadows of darkness. There is a wide variety of customization available from clothing to facial features and hairstyles. WonderKing will be free-to-play and offer players the ability to acquire tools, weapons and mounts from the item mall.

WH40k: Dawn of War II takes players to the brutal frontlines of war where they’ll experience intense action and visceral combat through a non-linear single player experience and a fully co-op campaign. The v1.4 patch will add new features, major balance improvements, new content, and the World Builder/map editor.

Champions Online is an MMORPG 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.

Warhammer Online: Age of Reckoning brings Games Workshop's fantasy world to life in a way that will allow players to create characters destined for great deeds and glory on the field of battle.

Capcom's hack-and-slash (and sometimes a little RPG) series Onimusha has not been heard of since 2006's Onimusha: Dawn of Dreams, but if clues on the new teaser site are any indication, the franchise might be making a comeback. At the end of last week, a teaser site only featured the number "1560," which refers to the setting of the first title, and subsequently other numbers have appeared, 1573 and 1582, which are the dates for the second and third installment, respectively. While there is no official announcement yet, it seems clear that Capcom is prepping a new title in the series.

Set within a near-fictional, historical WWII setting, players take on the role of the heroic OSA agent BJ Blazkowicz as they are thrust into the unknown and unexpected to battle against combat troops, otherworldly forces, and the dark science created by a supernatural Nazi force hell-bent on world domination.