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Scratch DJ Game Gets Restraining Order, Court Wants Source Code Returned

by Rainier on April 20, 2009 @ 2:41 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Last week Scratch DJ Game filed suit against Activision and 7 Studios, alleging that they had engaged in intentional interference with contract, breach of contract, conversion and misappropriation of trade secrets. Activision then issued a statement that the L.A. Superior Court found that there was no evidence of any wrongdoing, but today Scratch DJ Game claims the L.A. County Superior Court has granted it a temporary restraining order and ordered 7 Studios to turn over all source code, tools and technology related to Scratch: The Ultimate DJ game.

'SingStar' (PS3) Patch Adds Voice Control, Trophies and More

by Rainier on April 20, 2009 @ 2:26 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Packed with new features, for the first time ever SingStar lets you personalize your play lists by downloading the songs of your choice – so you can sing along to what you want, when you want it.

XSEED Drops 'Muramasa: The Demon Blade' (Wii)

by Rainier on April 20, 2009 @ 2:23 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Marvelous Entertainment's Muramasa: The Demon Blade (known in Japan as “Oboro Muramasa Youtouden”) is a unique, highly stylized action RPG, is currently in development, but its North American publisher, XSEED, confirmed it will no longer be publishing the game.

'Neverwinter Nights 2: Mysteries of Westgate' Coming Next Week

by Rainier on April 20, 2009 @ 12:56 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

NwN 2: Mysteries of Westgate features a non-linear, open-ended single-player campaign with numerous side quests covering more than 15 hours of game play, as well as 3 new companions; a host of new monsters, including some truly epic foes; an original musical score; and thousands of new lines of professionally recorded dialogue.

'LEGO Battles' (NDS) - New Screens

by Rainier on April 20, 2009 @ 11:47 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

LEGO Battles pulls LEGO Castle, LEGO Pirates and LEGO Space themes together to create a unique extension of the LEGO build-and-play experience that stays true to the customization and humor that are the foundation of LEGO videogames.

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.