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'The Witcher Enhanced Edition' - New Screens

by Rainier on July 24, 2008 @ 12:26 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

The Witcher Enhanced Edition, CD Projekt's action/RPG, adds changes to the game's mechanics, better graphics, shorter load times, improved stability, the recently released D'jinni mod editor, two new adventures, making of DVD, two soundtracks, etc.

'L.A. Noire' (PS3/X360) In Final Stages of Development

by Rainier on July 24, 2008 @ 12:21 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

L.A. Noire is an interactive detective story set in the 1947 classic noir period situated in an exact recreation of mid century L.A. drawing players into an open-ended challenge to solve a series of gruesome murders, but also side missions based on real events from that period. Developer Team Bondi's job page reveals that the game is the final production phase.

'Splinter Cell: Conviction' (X360/PC) Officially Delayed Until 2009

by Rainier on July 24, 2008 @ 10:53 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

You are a fugitive and you’re being ruthlessly hunted by the very government you once served. The key to your survival is to improvise, adapt and overcome, your environment becomes your weapon. Rumored a few months ago, Ubisoft's Q1 sales report confirms that Splinter Cell has been delayed and is now scheduled for fiscal year 2009-2010, meaning not before April 1st, 2009.

'Left 4 Dead' (X360/PC) - 4 New Screens

by Rainier on July 24, 2008 @ 10:45 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Set in a modern day survival-horror universe, the co-operative gameplay of Left 4 Dead casts four “Survivors” in an epic struggle against hordes of swarming zombies and terrifying “Boss Infected” mutants.

'Mirror's Edge' (ALL) Gets Comic Book Series, First Issue at Comic-Con

by Rainier on July 24, 2008 @ 10:42 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Mirror's Edge is a first-person action adventure game where you are Faith, a 'runner' framed for murder in a world where communication channels are highly monitored and the movement of human traffic is closely watched. Already credited for writing the game's story, writer and story designer Rhianna Pratchett teams up with artist Matthew Dow Smith to create a six-part comic series, serving as prequel to the game.

'Metal Gear Online' (PS3) Tournament at Comic-Con

by Rainier on July 24, 2008 @ 10:33 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Metal Gear Online is a dedicated online game featuring characters, weaponry and levels taken from and inspired by Metal Gear Solid 4, allowing up to 16 people to play simultaneously. Konami will be hosting an MGO Tournament at this year's Comic-Con in San Diego, CA. Let's hope the server issues plaguing gamers since the recent expansion are resolved...

Interactive Stores With 'Fairy Tales' and 'Adventures' (Wii)

by Rainier on July 24, 2008 @ 10:22 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

A modern take on such beloved tales as Cinderella, Snow White, Jack and the Beanstalk, and Paul Bunyan,Zoo Games' Story Hour:Fairy Tales and Story Hour:Adventures will each offer four different stories that incorporate motion sensitive controls so that parents and preschoolers can tell stories together.

'Naruto: Ultimate Ninja Storm' (PS3) - 37 New Screens

by Rainier on July 24, 2008 @ 10:19 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Armed with cinematic quality HD graphics, a next-gen battle system, interactive multi-dimensional battle grounds and a seamlessly explorable world of Naruto, Naruto: Ultimate Ninja Storm will capture the heart of any Naruto fan! Your dream to live and breathe the show will come true!

GameTap Expands its Ad-Supported Free-to-Play Lineup With Gamecock Titles

by Rainier on July 24, 2008 @ 9:49 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

GameTap has signed a new deal with Gamecock to bring titles such as Insecticide and Stronghold Crusader Extreme to its free play ad-supported service.

Vicious Cycle Brings its Engine to College

by Rainier on July 24, 2008 @ 9:42 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Vicious Cycle Software is bringing its multiplatform Vicious Engine to Wake Technical Community College (Wake Tech), where students at the North Carolina-based community college who are participating in its extensive game development program will have access to the level of tools that professional developers use on a day-to-day basis.

'Cross Fire' - New Screens

by Rainier on July 24, 2008 @ 9:40 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

G4Box's Cross Fire. developed by Smilegate, is a first person shooter game with stable and powerful action as well as a strategic battle map that has rapidly become a major success in Asia.

'Madden NFL 09' (ALL) Launch Celebrated With Maddenpalooza

by Rainier on July 24, 2008 @ 9:32 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Madden NFL 09 marks the 20th anniversary of the franchises, and the game will feature adaptable gameplay tailored to every type of gamer, online enhancements and a broadcast style presentation delivering an authentic NFL experience. EA will celebrate its launch with Maddenpalooza, a music, sports and gaming fan festival hosted at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, California on Aug. 11, 2008.

Noviy Disk Signs 'Pyroblazer' (PSP/Wii/PC) but Gets Delayed

by Rainier on July 24, 2008 @ 9:25 a.m. PDT | 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. Pyroblazer obviously didn't make its previous June release date, and it's now scheduled for launch in October.

'PDC World Championship Darts 2008' (ALL) Facts & Features

by Rainier on July 24, 2008 @ 9:19 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

PDC World Championship Darts provides an authentic ‘as seen on TV’ adaptation of the UK’s best loved home-grown sport, now starring even more Champions, a full line up of electrifying tournaments, exceptional graphic enhancements, and even more play modes than previous installments.

'Galactic Civilizations II: Endless Universe' - 8 New Screens

by Rainier on July 24, 2008 @ 6:33 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Kalypso Media's battle for galactic supremacy continues with Endless Universe, the new stand-alone add-on for strategy game Galactic Civilizations II. A stand-alone version, it requires no additional purchase and also includes the two previously released add-ons: Dark Avatar and Twilight Of the Arnor.

'Blackshot' Announced

by Rainier on July 24, 2008 @ 6:23 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Outspark announced the newest addition to its virtual playground: Blackshot. A militaristic FPS loaded with powerful weapons, lifelike characters and gritty environments, Blackshot’s intense multiplayer action will appeal to gamers of all skill levels.

'East India Company' Gets Delayed - Screens

by Rainier on July 24, 2008 @ 6:18 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

In East India Company, players will enjoy building the world's most powerful trading empire and engaging in fierce battles in both single-player and multiplayer modes, all within a breathtaking cinematic environment. Originally scheduled for Q4 2008, Lighthouse has pushed back the release date until Q1 2009 to further polish the game.

'Ankh: Curse of the Scarab King' (NDS) Gets Euro Release Date

by Rainier on July 24, 2008 @ 6:16 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Xider Games' Ankh is a point and click adventure game where you play as Assil, a young Egyptian man in trouble, making his way through treacherous Cairo, avoiding evil Pharaohs, crocodiles and assassins, to lift his own death curse.

'Silverfall: Earth Awakening' Coming to the UK - New Screens

by Rainier on July 24, 2008 @ 6:06 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Silverfall Earth Awakening is the new expansion for Monte Cristo Games' fantasy RPG. Whilst traveling across the unknown territories of Nelwë, players will need to battle as one of six races with an impressive array of formidable creatures in order to save the realm.

'Music Monstars' (NDS) Announced

by Rainier on July 24, 2008 @ 6:01 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Who has not had the dream of being part of a cool band and/or becoming a big star? Music Monstars will make this dream come true. Learn to play the songs performed by internationally acclaimed artists. To rock the world, you operate with the DS stylus and play with pianos, drum sets and e-guitars.