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Wii Getting Hacked-up Unreal Engine 3

by Rainier on Nov. 23, 2007 @ 4:09 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Having repeatedly said that the Wii would not be able to handle the Unreal Engine 3, Epic VP Mark Rein revealed that one of its licensees, which he declined to identify, is currently porting the engine to Nintendo's console, similar to what Ubisoft did with the Unreal Engine 2 for its slasher, Red Steel. And we all know how well that turned out ....

'No More Heroes' (Wii) - 19 New Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on Nov. 23, 2007 @ 3:53 p.m. PST | Filed under News

In No More Heroes, developed by Grasshopper, you play the role of Travis Touchdown, a hardcore anime fan who takes it upon himself to murder the top assassin's in the world, using the Wiimote to wield Travis' beam sword and kill off enemies in gruesome ways.

Various Game Trailers #1215

by Rainier on Nov. 23, 2007 @ 3:23 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:

  • Frontlines: Fuel of War [PS3/X360/PC] - Infantry Trailer
  • Fading Shadows [PSP] - Trailer


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

'We Love Golf' (Wii) - 19 New Screens

by Rainier on Nov. 23, 2007 @ 3:22 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Capcom has signed a development agreement with Camelot Software, known for titles such as Everybody's Golf and Mario Golf, to work on an all-new golf game We Love Golf!, turning the Wiimote into a virtual set of golf clubs, creating the most immersive golfing experience available off the greens.

'Warhawk: Operation Omega Dawn' (PS3) Announced - Details

by Rainier on Nov. 23, 2007 @ 3:13 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Revealed last month, Warhawk is about to get its first downloadable expansion pack with the release of Operation: Omega Dawn, delivering a new gameplay experience that expands the title’s strategic gameplay elements by offering a new world to explore and introducing a unique aircraft: the KT-424 Combat Dropship.

'Penumbra: Black Plague' - 7 New Screens

by Rainier on Nov. 23, 2007 @ 2:50 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Paradox Interactive's Penumbra: Black Plague, the final chapter in the Penumbra story, thrusts players into a creepy environment of psychological horror, as they are challenged in this unique action/adventure experience.

'Making History: The Calm & the Storm' - v2.0.3 Patch Available NOW

by Rainier on Nov. 23, 2007 @ 2:43 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Making History: The Calm & the Storm puts players in control of global conflict, combining a highly sophisticated AI with rich historical detail. Strategy First has released a first patch, bringing your retail game to v2.0.3, and improves AI, editor, game balancing and a few other things ...

'BioShock' and 'Enemy Territory: Quake Wars' 20% Off On Steam

by Rainier on Nov. 23, 2007 @ 2:01 p.m. PST | Filed under News

For a limited time, BioShock and Enemy Territory: Quake Wars are available via Steam at a 20% discount off their regular price. These two new action releases from 2K and Activision may be purchased from Steam at this special price through Monday, November 26 at 10 am PST.

'Partisan' Announced - Screens

by Rainier on Nov. 23, 2007 @ 3:27 a.m. PST | Filed under News

ND Games announces Partisan, a new heroic action-based RPG set during WWII where you, a former Red Army captain, are outgunned & outnumbered by the superior German forces. Your superior German forces, the few surviving friends captured, it is your mission to liberate your comrades, reveal the mysteries of a secret weapon and foil the enemy’s plans.

'RTL Winter Sports 2008' - Demo Available NOW

by Rainier on Nov. 23, 2007 @ 3:27 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Inspired by the forthcoming Winter Olympics, RTL Winter Sports 2008 will see gamers cut through gates, punch through turns and slip through gliding phases as they strive to become number one.

'Unreal Tournament 3' (PS3/X360/PC) First Patch in the Works - Details

by Rainier on Nov. 22, 2007 @ 6:24 p.m. PST | Filed under News

In UT3, you assume the role of a futuristic warrior engaged in contests of intense shooting battles against skilled opponents, controlled by human contestants online or by AI, fought with the most powerful sci-fi weapons and vehicles. Epic is working on the first patch for the PC version of UT3, read more for details ...

'Nostradamus: The Last Prophecy' Gets Delayed

by Rainier on Nov. 22, 2007 @ 11:11 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Nostradamus: The Last Prophecy is a classic point-and-click adventure game. Nostradamus sends his daughter Madeleine to help Catherine de Medici, who thinks she has been cursed. As practicing medicine is a male occupation, the game allows you to pose as Madeleine's brother Cesar to interact with other NPCs. Originally scheduled for Q3, it has now been pushed to Q1 2008.

'Tom Clancy's EndWar' (ALL) - 3 New Screens

by Rainier on Nov. 22, 2007 @ 8:37 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Set on the battlefields of World War III, Tom Clancy's EndWar is a next-gen console exclusive war strategy game that will push the envelope of technology, showcasing AI, graphics, physics and animations that were not possible before.

'Football Manager 2008' - v8.0.1 Patches Available NOW

by Rainier on Nov. 22, 2007 @ 8:30 a.m. PST | Filed under News

FM2008 is fully updated for the new season and allow players to select their favorite club or international team and guide them to glorious success by putting them through Cup matches, Leagues, Euro Championships and major international tournaments. This v8.0.1 patch (for FM08, WSM08 and Futboll Manager 08) fixes a slew of bugs, adds tweaks and plenty more.

'Naruto: Rise of a Ninja' (X360) Original Japanese Voices Downloadable

by Rainier on Nov. 22, 2007 @ 8:01 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Gamers will experience Naruto starting from the series' beginning. Re-live the hit anime and manga and experience Naruto's transformation from noisy ninja-academy dropout to respected ninja. Ubisoft is now offering he original Japanese voices as download (60mb) through Xbox Live.

'WH40K: Dawn of War - Soulstorm' Developer Diary - Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on Nov. 22, 2007 @ 7:57 a.m. PST | Filed under News

The next standalone chapter in Relic's RTS franchise, WH 40K: Dawn of War - Soulstorm features an extensive interplanetary campaign spanning an entire star system in the WK40K universe, as well as introducing two all-new factions for an unprecedented total of nine playable races.

Band Sues Activision Over 'Guitar Hero II: Rocks The 80's' (PS2) Track

by Rainier on Nov. 22, 2007 @ 7:49 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Activision, RedOctane and developer Harmonix are getting sued by rock band The Romantics over the inclusion of its hit single "What I Like About You," by cover band Wavegroup Sound, in Guitar Hero II Rocks The 80s. Reason? The Romantics claim that the performance is "virtually indistinguishable from the authentic version" and might confuse consumers as to whether the recording is an original piece.

'Raiden Fighters Aces' (X360) Revealed - Screens

by Rainier on Nov. 22, 2007 @ 7:31 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Originally planned for the Xbox, but eventually canceled, Success is bringing its trilogy of Raiden Fighters shoot- 'em-up games to the Xbox 360. Raiden Fighters, its sequel and Raiden Fighters Jet will come bundled with a DVD featuring footage of the best Japanese players in action. It's currently only scheduled for release in Japan in 2008.

'Soldier of Fortune Payback' (PS3/X360/PC) No Longer Banned Down Under

by Rainier on Nov. 22, 2007 @ 7:11 a.m. PST | Filed under News

SoF Payback continues with the organization known as The Shop, with players taking on the role of a hired mercenary. Previously banned in Australia due to excessive violence and blood, Activision has quietly submitted a revised/censored version, removing rag doll physics and enemy dismemberments, and reducing blood effects. As a result, SoF3 received a MA15+ rating and is no longer banned.

Various Game Trailers #1214

by Judy on Nov. 21, 2007 @ 11:58 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:

  • Lost Empire: Immortals - Trailer
  • The Club [PS3/X360] - Trailer (2)
  • Stranger - Multiplayer Trailer
  • Boulder Dash Rocks! [NDS/PSP] - Rockford Trailer
  • NCAA March Madness 08 [ALL] - Trailers (2)
  • Orcs & Elves [NDS] - Launch Trailer
  • Soulcalibur Legends [Wii] - TV Spot Trailer


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