by Rainier on March 25, 2009 @ 3:56 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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The latest issue of Japanese magazine Famitsu revealed that Namco Bandai is bringing Katamari Damacy to the PS3 in full 1080p glory. Currently only scheduled for release in Japan, Katamari Damacy Tribute will not only dramatically increase the amount of objects in the world, but will also feature a new black-and-white stage, new game mode, and the ever-popular soundtrack, with tunes from Leah Dizon, YMCK and Everlasting Love.
by Rainier on March 25, 2009 @ 3:47 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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AMD and Intel announced the availability of GPU PerfStudio 2.0, a free, platform-agnostic, next-gen graphics application development tool for game developers, obtainable through a closed beta program.
by Rainier on March 25, 2009 @ 3:40 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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With two handfuls of cash and a dream of creating a legacy, you will build, cook and hire your way to the very top of the culinary world, where tasty food is king and smart management reels in the dollars.
by Rainier on March 25, 2009 @ 3:36 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Case Closed: The Mirapolis Investigation is an adventure game that will thrill kids: visit crime scenes, solve enigmas, find clues, collect evidence, play fun mini-games (football, Super hero arcade battles, smash the groundhog etc), and of course catch the bad guy.
by Rainier on March 24, 2009 @ 7:21 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2 is the ultimate Ninja Gaiden, featuring characters from the previous installments that have defined the franchise. Combining both melee and long-range battles against enemies, the game requires skillful and strategic playing to successfully journey through the missions.
by Rainier on March 24, 2009 @ 7:21 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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The Full Body Avatar Control system will enable developers, for the first time, to create realistic, third-person avatars that move, in real time, with the player(s) using a depth-sensing camera that recognizes the player’s spatial orientation, limb positions and combination of hand, feet and torso movements.
by Rainier on March 24, 2009 @ 7:00 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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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:
- Wolfenstein [PS3/X360/PC] - Reveal Trailer
- Guitar Hero: Metallica [ALL] - Behind the Scenes Trailer (3)
- Stalin vs. Martians [PC] - Trailer #2
- Stormrise [PS3/X360/PC] - Launch Trailer
- BattleForge [PC] - Shadow Trailer
We will update this throughout the day when new trailers become available. Read more for download links ...
by Rainier on March 24, 2009 @ 6:12 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Split/Second is an intense racing game set within the world of a hyper-competitive reality television show. Competitors vie to be the first across the finish line in a made-for-TV city built for destruction, with the ultimate goal of becoming the season champion.
by Rainier on March 24, 2009 @ 6:11 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Spectrobes: Origins is a sci-fi action adventure game where players will use the unique Wii controls to explore vast worlds, excavate three-dimensional fossils and unravel an engaging story while discovering the key to preventing a galactic threat.
by Rainier on March 24, 2009 @ 5:56 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Tetris Online features six new game single and multi-player game modes, along with high-score leaderboards, personal profiles, avatars, a virtual currency system and unlockable items, plus interactive tutorials and game tips—all available with hassle-free accessibility and no inconvenient downloads or unfriendly plug-ins.
by Rainier on March 24, 2009 @ 5:48 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Devil Summoner 2 is an action RPG breath of fresh air, with a deep, easy-to-control combat system, nearly two hundred demons to negotiate with, collect, and fuse, and a variety of strategies to employ and master. Experience a 1920's Tokyo bustling with cases to solve, criminals to bring to justice, and the threat of the mysterious King Abaddon looming on the horizon.
by Rainier on March 24, 2009 @ 5:44 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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A few days ago, a study investigating the levels of energy expended when playing video games indicated video gaming could become a part of recommended daily physical activity. Now, another study reveals that casual gaming could be an effective tool in the fight against obesity by helping dieters control their cravings.
by Rainier on March 24, 2009 @ 4:13 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Star Trek: D.A.C. is a fast-paced, top-down 3D space shooter inspired by J.J. Abrams’ upcoming movie. Battle as the Federation against the Romulans in singleplayer, team up with a friend for co-op or go online in 6vs6 multiplayer mode.
by Rainier on March 24, 2009 @ 3:58 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Legio is a turn-based strategy game for one to two players. The game takes place in a mythical fantasy world where magicians, warriors and monsters battle for domination. Playing Legio is an intense experience, requiring careful strategic thinking, rewarding both courage and cleverness!
by Rainier on March 24, 2009 @ 3:48 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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During his keynote speech, SOE president John Smedley revealed that its spy-themed MMO, The Agency, and superhero-themed MMO, DC Universe Online, are both scheduled for 2010.
by Rainier on March 24, 2009 @ 3:43 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Space Invaders Extreme captures all of the action and excitement of the classic and takes it to the next level with new design features maximizing performance and play on XBL. For the first time, experience Space Invaders in fully immersive sound and vivid high-definition, with visuals that will excite your senses!
by Rainier on March 24, 2009 @ 1:13 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Armed with iconic moves from rigorous assassin training, including "Curving Bullets" and "Bullet Explosion," as well an arsenal of powerful, high-tech weapons, players will explore Wesley’s quest to becoming an unmatched uberassassin in fast-paced, action-packed combat against the world’s most notorious killers.
by Rainier on March 24, 2009 @ 12:59 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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With Henry Hatsworth in the Puzzling Adventure having just released, lead designer Peter Ong and lead programmer Ryan Pijai have departed Electronic Arts and announced the creation of the independent studio DreamRift.
by Rainier on March 24, 2009 @ 12:54 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Based on Walt Disney's G-Force, produced by Jerry Bruckheimer, the game revolves around a team of trained secret agent guinea pigs that take on a mission for the US government to stop an evil billionaire, who plans to destroy the world with household appliances.
by Rainier on March 24, 2009 @ 12:36 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Microsoft announced the 3rd annual Dream-Build-Play global game development competition that encourages aspiring and hobbyist developers to create new and innovative games for X360. The XNA Game Studio is getting updates later this spring so developers will be able to take advantage of new partner additions and Xbox Live features.