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Splash Damage Is Hiring New Talent

by Rainier on Dec. 4, 2007 @ 9:55 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Splash Damage, known for id Software's Enemy Territory: QUAKE Wars, is looking for new talent to fill a number of positions as it starts development of its next project. Located in London, England, Splash Damage is accepting international applications for: Art Director, Artists, Junior Tools Programmer, Lead Artist, Modeller/Texture Artist (Organic and Industrial) and Producer.

'Pirates of the Burning Sea' Open Beta This Week - Screens

by Rainier on Dec. 4, 2007 @ 9:46 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Pirates of the Burning Sea is an MMORPG in which you play a bold sea captain in the 18th century Caribbean as you seek glory and adventure. Pirates of the Burning Sea open beta sets sail on Friday, Dec. 7, while European pre-orders start Dec. 12.

$1,000,000 Championship Gaming Series to Air Live On TV

by Rainier on Dec. 4, 2007 @ 9:34 a.m. PST | Filed under News

More than 100 of the world's top gamers will compete for the league's first-ever World Champion title and a share of the $1,000,000 prize purse. The competition will be captured live and in HD on DIRECTV's original entertainment channel, The 101, from Dec. 6-14, starting at 10pm ET.

'Universe at War: Earth Assault' (X360/PC) - 10 New Screens

by Rainier on Dec. 4, 2007 @ 9:30 a.m. PST | Filed under News

SEGA's Universe at War: Earth Assault, developed by Petroglyph, is a combat-intensive RTS game enlisting players in an epic struggle to prevent total alien domination of planet Earth.

'Avencast: Rise of the Mage' - v1.02 Patch Available NOW

by Rainier on Dec. 4, 2007 @ 5:55 a.m. PST | Filed under News

ClockStone Software's action RPG, Avencast: Rise of the Mage, mixes the dynamics of an action game with strong adventure elements creating an enthralling and unique gaming experience. This v1.02 patch adds saves options, improves performance, and addresses some DX issues.

'Draglade' (NDS) - 38 New Screens

by Rainier on Dec. 4, 2007 @ 5:47 a.m. PST | Filed under News

In Draglade, it's not just about how hard you hit or fast you move, it's also how well you can groove. An innovative mix of music and fighting means you will have to use your rhythm as well as your reflexes if you want to overcome your foes and show everyone that you're a Draglade master!

Tuesday, December 4, 2007 Shipping Announcements

by Rainier on Dec. 4, 2007 @ 5:47 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Another day, another batch of games shipped to stores. Instead of giving them all their own posts, we grouped them, and so far there are announcements for:

'SunAge' - v1.05 Patch Available NOW

by Rainier on Dec. 4, 2007 @ 4:20 a.m. PST | Filed under News

SunAge is a futuristic RTS where the player can experience 3 different races with each there arsenal of units, buildings and upgrades, taking place across 2 different worlds.

'Super Smash Bros. Brawl' (Wii) - 31 New Screens

by Rainier on Dec. 4, 2007 @ 3:10 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Super Smash Bros. Brawl is Nintendo's latest incarnation in the popular Super Smash Bros. series of titles, featuring all-new characters ranging from Kirby and Wario to Samus and even Metal Gear Solid's Snake.

Europe Finally Getting Xbox Live Marketplace Video Store

by Rainier on Dec. 4, 2007 @ 3:00 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Microsoft announced that the Xbox Live Marketplace Video Store will open for business in the UK, Ireland, France and Germany on 11th December. Standard definition movies will cost 250 MS Points, while the HD versions will set you back 380 MS Points.

'The Great Tree' Announced - Screens

by Rainier on Dec. 4, 2007 @ 1:44 a.m. PST | Filed under News

The Great Tree takes gamers into a new realm, immersing them in a conflict for survival. Playing as a small fairy thrust into a deadly conflict, players set out on a mission to save The Great Tree, using special abilities and magic, when needed, to elude enemies, collect pollen and rescue the entranced Swee.

'City of Metronome' (ALL) Development Resumed

by Rainier on Dec. 4, 2007 @ 1:07 a.m. PST | Filed under News

In City of Metronome, a third-person adventure, you explore the city in search of proof of the Corporation's secret agenda, while listening for sounds to record, using them to fight enemies, solve problems and confuse citizens. The game was put on hold earlier this year due to lack of funds, but Team Tarsier received an $80,000 investment from the Nordic Game Program to continue development.

'Warriors Orochi' (PSP/PS2/X360) - 22 New Screens

by Rainier on Dec. 4, 2007 @ 12:38 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Dynasty Warriors and Samurai Warriors will finally meet this fall in an unforgettable crossover event. In Warriors Orochi, the characters from both franchises must team up to wage war against a new, powerful force.

'BioShock' (X360/PC) - v1.1 Patches Available NOW

by Rainier on Dec. 4, 2007 @ 12:05 a.m. PST | Filed under News

BioShock will forever change the expectations for the FPS going beyond run and gun corridors, monster-closet AIs and static worlds, creating a living, unique and unpredictable FPS experience. This v1.1 patch will not only fix some issues remaining with the game, but also includes new plasmids and tonics, as well as another achievement for Xbox Rapturians (on Xbox Live).

'Forge of Freedom' - v1.10 Patch Available NOW

by Rainier on Dec. 4, 2007 @ 12:01 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Forge of Freedom allows players to refight the American Civil War from either side in this grand strategy wargame. This v1.10.10 fine tunes the historical accuracy and game balance, and optimizes the AI.

Kuju's Latest Spinoff Studio Aims for Kid Titles

by Rainier on Dec. 3, 2007 @ 4:17 p.m. PST | Filed under News

After launching its new casual games-focused studio doublesix, Kuju today reveals NiK NaK, led by industry veteran Kevin Holloway and dedicated to making excellent games for young players to enjoy on all formats.

'18 Wheels of Steel: American Long Haul' - Demo Available NOW

by Rainier on Dec. 3, 2007 @ 2:03 p.m. PST | Filed under News

You ain't working for the Man any more! You're the owner of your own trucking business and you call the shots. Build your empire one rig at a time to dominate the roadways and outbid the competition. Your American Dream starts behind the wheel of your own big rig.

'MX vs. ATV Untamed' (ALL) - 8 New Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on Dec. 3, 2007 @ 1:58 p.m. PST | Filed under News

MX vs. ATV Untamed features bigger, more populated outdoor open-world environments, an X-cross career mode showcasing all eight vehicles and the all-new EnduroCross mode pitting gamers against logs, rocks, mud-pits and more, and illustrating the full potential of the game's Rhythm Racing physics engine.

Various Game Trailers #1221

by Rainier on Dec. 3, 2007 @ 1:38 p.m. PST | Filed under News

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:

  • Battlefield: Bad Company [PS3/X360] - Dev Diary #2
  • Pirates vs. Ninjas Dodgeball [X360] - Trailer
  • Universe at War: Earth Assault [X360/PC] - Interview Trailers (3)


  • We will update this throughout the day when new trailers become available. Read more for download links ..

Play 'LEGO Star Wars: The Complete Saga' on Xbox Live and Win Prizes!

by Rainier on Dec. 3, 2007 @ 1:05 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Battle your way through the LEGO Star Wars universe playing online co-op via Xbox Live and get a chance to win the sinister black starship Rogue Shadow, awarded every hour throughout the weekend of Dec. 7-9. One lucky winner will be awarded the grand prize, a true collectible and faithful replica of the LEGO Death Star II.