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Petroglyph Developing Free-to-Play MMO

by Rainier on April 16, 2008 @ 6:58 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Online game publisher True Games Interactive announced that it is partnering with Petroglyph, known for Empire/Universe At War, to develop an upcoming Free-to-Play micro-transaction based online game.

'Monster Madness: Grave Danger' (PS3) - 9 New Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on April 16, 2008 @ 6:53 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Monster Madness: Grave Danger follows in the footsteps of Monster Madness: Battle for Suburbia with 4 player co-op gameplay, an all new polished look and a number of new/improved features. Based on fan feedback from the original every Zombie, Werewolf and Vampire has been recalled to square one.

'The Sims' Celebrates 100 Million Units Sold Worldwide

by Rainier on April 16, 2008 @ 6:38 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

EA announced that The Sims has reached a significant entertainment milestone, celebrating 100 million units sold worldwide since its launch in 2000 and has gone on to become the best-selling PC game franchise of all time.

Nintendo's Media Summit 2008 WiiWare Lineup - Screens & Trailers

by Rainier on April 16, 2008 @ 6:35 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Yesterday we had assets from Nintendo's Media Summit 2008 Wii/NDS lineup, and today you can check out new screens and trailers from the following upcoming WiiWare titles :

Encore Signs North American Publishing Agreement With Microids

by Rainier on April 16, 2008 @ 5:30 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Encore has signed a publishing agreement with Microids to publish the whole Microids games portfolio in North America starting with the back catalog as well as four upcoming new titles such as Dracula 3: The Path of the Dragon, Sinking Island, Still Life 2, and "Nostradamus

'Secret Agent Clank' (PSP) - 13 New Screens

by Rainier on April 16, 2008 @ 5:10 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

High Impact Games is working on a new installment in the Ratchet & Clank series, but this time Clank is going solo. As it has not yet officially been announced details are thin, but in Secret Agent Clank, Ratchet has been imprisoned and you have to clear his name by going all James Bond spy-like.

'Penumbra: Requiem' Announced

by Rainier on April 16, 2008 @ 5:06 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Paradox announced an expansion to indie developer Frictional Games' horror series Penumbra. In the bizarre world of Penumbra: Requiem players will experience another psychological thrill on a level unheard of before Penumbra: Black Plague. This time telling what is real and what is not will be even harder and not always trusting your senses will be essential in order to survive.

'Hot Shots Golf: Open Tee 2' (PSP) - 16 New Screens

by Rainier on April 16, 2008 @ 5:02 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Announced last week, Hot Shots Golf: Open Tee 2 features beautiful new courses and wacky characters, hundreds of customization options including clothes, accessories, and equipment, along with a wide range of multiplayer options including 16-player online tournaments and ad hoc capability for one-on-one or Stroke Mode challenges.

'TrackMania Nations Forever' - Full Free Game Available NOW

by Rainier on April 16, 2008 @ 4:01 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

TrackMania Nations Forever is a new "Forever" version of the Stadium environment, a solid solo mode and 65 brand new, progressively difficult tracks. TrackMania Nations Forever unites an even larger number of players thanks to its multiplayer modes, online functions and interactivity between players.

'Stargate Worlds' - 2 New Screens

by Rainier on April 16, 2008 @ 1:58 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.

'Men Of War' - 4 New Screens

by Rainier on April 16, 2008 @ 1:02 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Men of War is 1C Company's latest RTS, taking place in Europe during the height of WWII. The story unfolds across three different campaigns played out through the eyes of Soviet, Allied and German soldiers.

'Air Traffic Chaos' (NDS) Announced

by Rainier on April 16, 2008 @ 12:45 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Majesco announced Air Traffic Chaos, developed by Sonic Powered Co., thrusting players into the hotseat of an air traffic controller whose job is to safely manage a myriad of takeoffs and landings at busy airports around the world.

'Deca Sports' (Wii) - 20 New Screens

by Rainier on April 15, 2008 @ 5:19 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Deca Sports, known in some parts of Europe as Sports Island, is an athletic offering, pulling together ten sporting events and pushing the player to their limits, fully using the Nunchuk/Wiimote to control your Mii like characters, including multiplayer.

Various Game Trailers #1318

by Rainier on April 15, 2008 @ 5:17 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:

  • Theatre of War - Trailer #13
  • Precursors [X360/PC] - Trailer #2
  • Age of Conan: Hyborian Adventures [X360/PC] - Launch Trailer
  • Age of Pirates: Captain Blood - Trailer


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

'Soulcalibur IV' (PS3/X360) Gets Ltd. Edition and Release Date

by Rainier on April 15, 2008 @ 5:10 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Swords will be honed and weapons optimized in Soulcalibur IV, delivering new gameplay modes, characters and enhanced features with unprecedented 3D modeling and animation, Soulcalibur IV will be the definitive fighting game experience. SC 4 will hit retail stores July 29, and a Limited Edition will include the game, art book, t-shirt, tournament bracket and, unidentified, exclusive downloadable content, all wrapped in a tin box.

'Kawasaki Snow Mobiles' (Wii) - Facts & Screens

by Rainier on April 15, 2008 @ 4:22 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Skip across the tundra, power over freshly settled snow and feel the thrill of overtaking your opponents at high speed whilst pulling off some crazy stunts. Kawasaki Snow Mobiles delivers a thrilling sensation of speed and snow! These are awesome machines in amazing environments. Climb aboard for the thrill of a lifetime.

'Bionic Commando Rearmed' (PS3/X360/PC) Gets An M Rating

by Rainier on April 15, 2008 @ 4:11 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Bionic Commando Rearmed is a makeover of the classic 8-bit game originally released 20 years ago, but with updated visuals, new weapons, online rankings, a reworked musical score and the addition of a 2-player co-op mode. The ESRB has classified the remake too graphic (mainly due to the head-splosive ending) and has slapped Bionic Commando Rearmed with a Mature rating.

'Guitar Hero: Aerosmith' (ALL) Pre-Order Incentive

by Rainier on April 15, 2008 @ 4:05 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Fire up the fret board, crank the amp to 11 and get ready to rock this way with Guitar Hero: Aerosmith. Play through Aerosmith's career, bands they performed with, venues they played. Pre-order Guitar Hero: Aerosmith and get access to a special bundle which includes the game, guitar, exclusive Aerosmith faceplate, and a Aerosmith tour book.

'Beijing 2008' (ALL) Olympic Cover Athletes Signed - Screens

by Rainier on April 15, 2008 @ 3:16 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Beijing 2008: the Official Video Game of the Olympic Games will be an authentic simulation of over 35 events from the upcoming Olympic Games and will allow gamers to experience the thrill of competing in many of the official venues. SEGA announced that it has signed top U.S. gold medal contenders Amanda Beard, Tyson Gay, Nastia Liukin and Reese Hoffa to appear on the cover.

Midway Announces Executive Promotions

by Rainier on April 15, 2008 @ 3:08 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Midway Games announced that Miguel Iribarren has been promoted to Senior Vice President – Publishing of Midway Games Inc., and that Martin Spiess has been promoted to the position of Executive Vice President, International of Midway Games Ltd., a subsidiary of Midway Games Inc.