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'World in Conflict: Soviet Assault' (PS3/X360/PC) Revealed

by Rainier on March 27, 2008 @ 3:39 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

When Sierra announced that it was bringing World in Conflict to consoles it revealed there would be extra content included, which then would eventually be brought to the PC as an expansion pack. According to Czech edition of OXM (thanks Jan) World in Conflict: Soviet Assault is the official name of the console edition and PC expansion pack, and add a brand new campaign (including playable Russian side), EndWar-like voice commands, new multiplayer maps (10 players only instead of original 16), and new units (chronoplane, boats). According to online retailer PLAY, WiC: Soviet Assault is scheduled for Oct. 2008.

'Mister Slime' (NDS) - 6 New Screens

by Rainier on March 27, 2008 @ 3:20 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

SouthPeak Games has signed a publishing agreement with Lexis Numérique for its newest old-school 2D side-scroller action adventure game, Mister Slime, featuring clever “elastic” controls.

'SOCOM Confrontation' (PS3) Coming in September

by Rainier on March 27, 2008 @ 3:16 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

SOCOM Confrontation focuses on online play and the global community and clans that support it, with support for Tournaments, Clan Ladders, and Leader Boards. Additionally, players will be able to modify their appearance through facial and physical customization. The May issue of EGM reveals SOCOM Confrontation is slated for Sept. 16, 2008.

'Evolution GT' (PS2/PC) Coming to NDS

by Rainier on March 27, 2008 @ 3:13 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Evolution GT is a racing game that gives the player the opportunity to experience the life of a real racing driver, and the evolution of his alter ego throughout the course of his career. Euro publisher Black Bean announced that it is bringing Evolution GT to the NDS this summer.

'The Chronicles of Spellborn' Combat System Explained

by Rainier on March 27, 2008 @ 12:57 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

The Chronicles of Spellborn is an MMORPG set in the Enclave of the Five Sacrifices, powered by the Unreal 2.5 Engine, with an FPS inspired combat system, which is skill based and commands full manual targeting. Spellborn's El Drijver tells us more about the combat system.

'Mythos' Closed Beta Chapter Three - Details, Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on March 26, 2008 @ 7:28 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Mythos is an online, action RPG that is free to download and free to play. Set in the land of Uld – a fantasy world arising from the ashes of an epoch-long war of darkness – players assume the roles of fantasy heroes as they explore, adventure, and quest through entirely randomized dungeons and environments.

Various Game Trailers #1304

by Rainier on March 26, 2008 @ 7:25 p.m. PDT | 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:

  • War Leaders: Clash of Nations - Trailer (2)
  • Deca Sports [Wii] - Trailer #2
  • Mario Kart Wii [Wii] - Trailer #2


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

'Haze' (PS3) Pins Down Release Date

by Rainier on March 26, 2008 @ 7:22 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Haze puts you in the boots of a new recruit in the privately run Mantel army. Your conflict begins in a war-torn country where you have been sent to fight a vicious rebel faction, the Promise Hand. While it was previously set for a May release date it has now been narrowed down to May 22, 2008.

'Grand Theft Auto IV' (PS3/X360) National Text-to-Win Contest

by Rainier on March 26, 2008 @ 7:19 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Rockstar is bringing its open-ended crime series to the next-gen consoles with Grand Theft Auto IV, returning the franchise to New York situated around the mysterious protagonist Nikolai. GameStop will launch a national text-to-win contest in anticipation of the April 29, 2008 launch, culminate with a launch event in "Liberty City" (a.k.a. New York City) on April 28, where national winners will meet regional winners and vie for $30,000 in prizes.

'Summon Night: Twin Age' (NDS) - 9 New Screens

by Rainier on March 26, 2008 @ 6:38 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Summon Night: Twin Age is a fully stylus-driven action RPG set in the popular Summon Night universe featuring beautifully animated graphics, and addictive action RPG gameplay. The stylus is your key to the world of Clardona, whether as your swinging sword or your shimmering wall of fire.

Take-Two Considering 'BioShock' and 'Civilization' MMOs

by Rainier on March 26, 2008 @ 6:36 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Earlier today, Take-Two chairman Strauss Zelnick attended The Bank of America SmidCap Conference, where he went into more detail about the rejection of EA's buyout offer. During his presentation, making use of various slides, it came to light that the publisher under siege is considering making MMOs out of the BioShock and Civilization franchises, as well as a possible Hollywood movie based on the former.

Atari Facing Nasdaq Delisting Once Again, Still...

by Rainier on March 26, 2008 @ 6:31 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

In Dec. 2007 Atari received yet another notice from Nasdaq that it had 90 days to get its ducks in a row or it would be facing delisting. On March 24, 2008 it received a Staff Determination Letter that Atari had not gained compliance with the requirements, and that its securities are therefore subject to removal from The Nasdaq Global Market.

'BAJA' (PS3/X360) - 10 New Screens

by Rainier on March 26, 2008 @ 5:05 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Developed by the founding members of the MX vs. ATV franchise, BAJA is scheduled to bring revolutionary physics and vast open racing worlds combining the best elements of the real-world sport with the right balance of arcade fun as it challenges players to build the ultimate off-road machine and conquer vast, unforgiving terrain.

'Ninja Gaiden II' (X360) Demo Coming in May

by Rainier on March 26, 2008 @ 5:03 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

A sequel to the original Xbox title, Ninja Gaiden 2 has players once again assuming the role of Ryu Hayabusa as they guide the ninja hero on a quest to avenge his clan and prevent the destruction of the human race. Microsoft revealed that a playable demo will hit Xbox Live Marketplace in May.

'Hellgate: London' Studio Secures Development Financing

by Rainier on March 26, 2008 @ 5:01 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

San Francisco-based developer, known for Hellgate: London, has closed an innovative finance transaction with Texas-based regional Comerica Bank to support Flagship's continuing development of AAA and online game franchises.

'Turok' (ALL) Sells A Million, Gets Extra Content, PC Release Dated

by Rainier on March 26, 2008 @ 3:01 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Turok is an epic, story-driven FPS set on a dark, mysterious planet in the near future. Take on the role of former Black Ops turned Special Forces commando Joseph Turok on a mission to take down a war criminal on a genetically altered planet. Touchstone announced that Turok has shipped more than 1 million units worldwide, and will be getting give new multiplayer maps.

'Alarm for Cobra 11: Crash Time' (X360) - New Screens

by Rainier on March 26, 2008 @ 2:53 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Daring stunts, spectacular crashes, thrilling criminal cases: All fans of the racing genre will easily fall in love with the newest game originating from the original RTL TV-Show "Alarm for Cobra 11."

'World of Warcraft' Coming to Latin America

by Rainier on March 26, 2008 @ 2:47 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

World of Warcraft is an online role-playing experience where players assume the roles of Warcraft heroes as they explore, adventure, and quest across a vast world. The Latin American localization will be based on the existing European Spanish version but will feature entirely re-recorded in-game speech.

'NBA Ballers: Chosen One' (ALL) Player Roster - Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on March 26, 2008 @ 1:21 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Midway Games' NBA Ballers: Chosen One marks the return if fast-paced one-on-one and two-on-two action as players can select from more than 65 NBA superstars to be the next "Chosen One".

'Strategic Command 2: Weapons and Warfare' - v1.03 Patch/Demo Available NOW

by Rainier on March 26, 2008 @ 1:17 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

SC2: Weapons and Warfare incorporates many fan requested new features, including a bigger world map, new units, enhanced naval movement and combat rules, a deeper weather model, additional terrain types and resources, the simulation of roads and railways and am extended editor. This v1.03 patch fixes bugs, enhances AI and improves the game balance.