by Rainier on Oct. 31, 2008 @ 12:52 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Spooky Spirits is an addictive puzzle game that centers on the adventures of Becky and Tim, a pair of spirit wardens sent back to Earth to hunt runaway ghosts that have escaped from the Netherward - a place where naughty ghosts, known as Spookies, are sent for haunting and frightening innocent humans.
by Rainier on Oct. 31, 2008 @ 12:49 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Based on the animated TV series, Afro Samurai is the cutting edge game that delivers a new kind of cinematic game experience, a living episode that offers addictive, immersive and compelling gameplay that's dripping in style.
by Rainier on Oct. 31, 2008 @ 12:46 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Paradox Interactive invites you to leave the safety of your hiding place and enter the horror odyssey of Penumbra Collection, which includes the Penumbra: Overture and Penumbra: Black Plague games together with the puzzle oriented expansion Requiem.
by Rainier on Oct. 31, 2008 @ 12:05 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Shaun White Snowboarding, powered by the Assassin's Creed engine, allows players to enter a world of total freedom, where they can create their own experience and choose how, where, and with whom they want to ride.
by Rainier on Oct. 31, 2008 @ 11:51 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Rock Band 2 builds upon the first music game 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 the release of the promised
20 free tracks, but also the
previously revealed Presidents of the USA pack, as well as Hinder's Use Me and Fallout Boy's I Don't Care.
by Rainier on Oct. 31, 2008 @ 10:46 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Inspired by the landmark 1988 arcade hit, Splatterhouse combines visceral, adrenaline-soaked combat with horror elements to deliver an original gaming experience that defies the boundaries of the traditional action category with over-the-top gore and shocking new gameplay mechanics.
by Rainier on Oct. 31, 2008 @ 10:42 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Team17's early 90s top-down action shooter, inspired by the Aliens movie, is said to be making a comeback according to
Develop. Without revealing details studio director Martyn Brown said that the project has been talked about for a few years, and has been in development for a few months now, further stating that "sci-fi action is back in fashion, and we look forward to delivering Alien Breed - the details of which may surprise a few people when we cough them out."
by Rainier on Oct. 31, 2008 @ 10:27 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Learn about real-life Pandas as you feed, nurture and play with your very own Panda! Choose from cute and cuddly Baby Pandas or giant Great Pandas and play with them as they learn new skills. Discover fun panda facts from real National Geographic stories that appear as you progress through the game!
by Rainier on Oct. 31, 2008 @ 10:24 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Project Origin continues F.E.A.R.'s supernatural suspense story of an escalating paranormal crisis that threatens to destroy a major American city. Alma now has free reign, and the consequences will be unimaginable.
by Rainier on Oct. 31, 2008 @ 9:40 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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In the unending quest to see its Postal games in the hands of gamers the world over, Running With Scissors has signed an agreement with GamersGate, to offer its portfolio (Postal, Postal 2 and Postal 2: Apocalypse Weekend, to consumers via a digital download
by Rainier on Oct. 31, 2008 @ 9:34 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Close Combat: Wacht am Rhein brings together the classic top-down tactical gameplay from the original series and plenty of new features, expansions, and improvements, giving newcomers and veterans to the series alike a vastly improved and expanded version of the original experience.
by Rainier on Oct. 31, 2008 @ 9:26 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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X-Blades is a third-person, anime-style action/adventure. Your heroine wields two magical blades that can be used as swords or guns, and has magical abilities, all of which are upgradeable.
by Rainier on Oct. 31, 2008 @ 6:25 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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NWN 2: Storm of Zehir hearkens back to the days of the Baldur’s Gate and Icewind Dale franchises by including full party customization, dungeon crawling, and free exploration of a non-linear game world via an Overland Map.
by Rainier on Oct. 31, 2008 @ 5:49 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Crystal Dynamics has made Tomb Raider Underworld more realistic with fluid movements due to motion capturing. Set a few years after the last game, it also features persistent destruction and lush locales across the globe. Lara gets muddy in the game, but with the weather system, rain will wash it away.
by Rainier on Oct. 31, 2008 @ 5:43 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Skate It has players riding with the skate pros, owning the best spots in San Vanelona and pulling off the sickest tricks using the popular FlickIt controls. Loaded with all-new gameplay features, Skate It supports the Wii Balance Board which gives players a fresh way to create their own signature skateboarding style.
by Rainier on Oct. 31, 2008 @ 5:17 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Geman based EA Phenomic Studio is developing BattleForge, a new fantasy online RTS game where you assemble your own army with collectible trading cards. Win, trade and buy your cards online to create your ultimate deck. Fans interested in participating in the open beta can now
sign up, or get a guaranteed spot by pre-ordering.
by Rainier on Oct. 31, 2008 @ 5:10 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Elite Forces: Unit 77 is a game of action and strategy in which the player must wisely use the abilities of all four members of Unit 77 as you battle your way through inhospitable jungles, scorching deserts, endure harsh and deadly arctic conditions as you fight to rescue the hostages and defeat the terrorists.
by Rainier on Oct. 31, 2008 @ 5:07 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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The Belgian Entertainment Association (representing game publishers)
revealed that starting Dec. 1, 2008, you will no longer be able to rent games in Belgium. While renting out video games was never legally allowed, it has been condoned for many years. The BEA managed to pass a law, in effect since Jun. 1, that new titles could no longer be rented out, but the current stock could, but only until December. Outlets like GameMania cry foul play, claiming that banning rentals will reduce business by 10%.
by Rainier on Oct. 31, 2008 @ 4:54 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Future Games, known for Black Mirror, is currently working on an all-new adventurous detective story with a horror plot. Alter Ego is set in a picturesque English town at the end of 19th century, and you play as two different characters who, although on opposite sides of the law, have to fight a common enemy.
by Rainier on Oct. 31, 2008 @ 4:07 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Burnout Paradise The Ultimate Box includes Burnout Paradise plus the previously-released Cagney and Bikes content updates, as well as the brand new Burnout Paradise Party content, an 8 player pass-the-pad offline multiplayer mode with dozens of Burnout challenges.