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'Art of Murder: Hunt for the Puppeteer' Announced - New Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on Aug. 21, 2008 @ 2:51 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Art of Murder: Hunt for the Puppeteer is a point & click adventure where the player takes on the role of an FBI agent, whose task is to solve a series of macabre murders of wealthy, well-to-do citizens. In this second installment you reprise the role of Nicole Bonnet, who is tasked with finding a serial killer who's calling card is leaving 17th century dolls at the crime scene.

Used Games Boost GameStop Sales, Expects $50 PS3/X360 Price Cut Soon

by Rainier on Aug. 21, 2008 @ 2:31 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

GameStop's Q2 2008 financial result reveals that the retailer made a killing, with total sales increase 35%, store sales up 20%, making its net earnings increase 162%. The positive result is mainly driven by its used game sales, attributed to the weak economy, as it buys low and sells high. During its conf. call Gamestop execs expect a $50 price drop for X360 and PS3 before year's end. While Microsoft is expected to lower its console price, SCEA has stated several times that it will not cut its price.

'NBA Live 09' (ALL) Pick and Roll Control - New Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on Aug. 21, 2008 @ 2:20 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

NBA Live 09 sports new features like Pick and Roll Control, Defensive Lockdown Control, Signature Playcalling and Quickstrike Ankle-Breakers that will make the game experience fun from beginning to end. Additionally, NBA Live 09 takes you to training camp with the NBA Academy that gives you a chance to hone your skills.

Graffiti Entertainment Signs 'C.O.R.E.' (NDS)

by Rainier on Aug. 21, 2008 @ 2:13 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

C.O.R.E. is a classic FPS game set in an underground laboratory complex in the year 2050, featuring an advanced graphics solution, multiplayer support, and makes maximum use of the NDS' dual screen and touch-screen control system.

'Fracture' (PS3/X360) Multiplayer Revealed - Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on Aug. 21, 2008 @ 1:05 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Reshape the battlefield - and the fate - of a broken nation in Fracture, Pacifica and the Atlantic Alliance, boast soldiers with powers beyond those of ordinary men. The differing states of superhumanity result in balanced yet stylistically different combat tactics that have never been seen before.

Sony Bringing SOE PS3/PC MMOs to Europe

by Rainier on Aug. 21, 2008 @ 12:58 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

SCEE will publish and distribute three MMOs developed by SOE for PS3 as well as the PC edition throughout the PAL territories, starting with Free Realms, DC Universe and The Agency.

'Disgaea 3: Absence of Justice' (PS3) Coming to Europe - Screens

by Rainier on Aug. 21, 2008 @ 11:53 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Disgaea 3 is a rich and deep Strategic RPG that's not afraid to display a very bizarre sense of humor, a combination that will leave you laughing one minute and fighting cunning enemies the next. Where special attacks can deliver up to 100 million points worth of damage and the power of the PS3 is used to deliver 2D sprites, albeit lots of them!

Logitech Announces First Force Feedback Steering wheel for the Wii

by Rainier on Aug. 21, 2008 @ 11:36 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Logitech is giving you a more realistic driving experience with its Speed Force Wireless racing wheel, the first force feedback wheel for the Wii, compatible with Need for Speed Undercover, paving the way for more force feedback racing titles on the Wii.

'Naruto: Ultimate Ninja Storm' (PS3) - 14 New Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on Aug. 21, 2008 @ 11:29 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!

'Rock Band' (ALL) Gets Rush's Moving Pictures Album

by Rainier on Aug. 21, 2008 @ 11:25 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

MTV and Harmonix announced that next week's addition to the Rock Band Music Store will be legendary Canadian progressive rock band Rush's 1981 album Moving Pictures, which to date has sold 4 million copies.

'Age of Conan' DirectX10 Features - Screens

by Rainier on Aug. 21, 2008 @ 10:48 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Age of Conan is an Online Action RPG, mixing a deep, story-driven single-player experience and a massive and brutal multiplayer end-game that brings forth the ultimate representation of the Age of Conan.

'Hello Kitty Daily' (NDS) Coming to North America

by Rainier on Aug. 21, 2008 @ 10:31 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Aspyr Media's Hello Kitty Daily is the new Personal DS Assistant that Hello Kitty fans won’t be able to live without starring the iconic Hello Kitty and other characters as adorable aides that help organize busy lives.

'Stargate Worlds' - New Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on Aug. 21, 2008 @ 10:19 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Stargate Worlds, an MMORPG use Epic’s Unreal Engine 3 technology, provides players with a form of ranged combat unique to MMORPG that will take full advantage of modern and science fiction weaponry, cover and terrain.

'Mystery Case Files: MillionHeir' (NDS) Sneak Peek Event At NY World Store

by Rainier on Aug. 21, 2008 @ 10:03 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

In Mystery Case Files: MillionHeir players seek out cleverly hidden items in a multitude of painted scenes. Players progress through an interactive detective story investigating a cast of characters and uncovering new evidence to find the rightful heir to a million-dollar fortune. On Sept. 6, fans are invited to the Nintendo World store at New York’s Rockefeller Plaza for a pre-release event.

'Facebreaker' (ALL) - 7 New Screens

by Rainier on Aug. 21, 2008 @ 9:51 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Created by the same team that developed Fight Night Round 3, FaceBreaker offers irreverent fun, immersive gameplay and eye-popping stylized graphics. In this in-your-face, arcade world full of ego-wielding characters, each boxer comes to life with unique attributes and distinct personal style.

'Iron Chef America: Supreme Cuisine' (NDS/Wii) Gets Celebrity Chefs

by Rainier on Aug. 21, 2008 @ 9:38 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

In Iron Chef America: Supreme Cuisine players battle through a series fast-paced and intense culinary challenges. Each victory advances players closer to a final showdown that will determine who will reign supreme as the next Iron Chef America. Celebrity chefs Mario Batali, Cat Cora, Masaharu Morimoto, as well as TV show commentator Alton Brown have signed on to lend their voices/likenesses to the game.

'Tom Clancy's EndWar' (PS3/X360) Most Likely Also Coming to PC

by Rainier on Aug. 21, 2008 @ 6:04 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Tom Clancy's EndWar is a next-gen strategy game, set on the battlefields of WWIII, that will push the envelope of technology, showcasing unprecedented AI, graphics, physics and animations. UbiSoft Shanghai creative director Michael de Plater revealed that EndWar is likely to come to PC, but probably not earlier than 2009. While EndWar is made specifically for consoles, de Plater said "we're obviously looking at it. A good strategy game is a good strategy game."

Sony's Games Convention 2008 Lineup - Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on Aug. 21, 2008 @ 5:59 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Check out the following new screens & trailers from Sony's Games Convention 2008 lineup:

'Star Wars: The Force Unleashed' (ALL) Demo Rolled Out

by Rainier on Aug. 21, 2008 @ 4:23 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Set between the largely unexplored era between Ep III and Ep IV, Star Wars: The Force Unleashed casts players as Darth Vader's "Secret Apprentice" and promises to unveil new revelations about the Star Wars galaxy. As promised LucasArts has released a playable now on Xbox Live (and later today on PSN) featuring a special version of the Tie Fighter Construction Facility level, special powers and an ending not included in the retail game.

'Skate It' (NDS/Wii) - 9 New Screens

by Rainier on Aug. 21, 2008 @ 4:15 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

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.