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'Band of Bugs' (XBLA) Coming to PC

by Rainier on Nov. 7, 2007 @ 9:28 a.m. PST | Filed under News

NinjaBee announced the release of Band of Bugs, for PC gamers. The turn-based strategy title, originally released and made popular on Xbox LIVE Arcade, will be available Dec. 3 for download and play on PC.

'Sudden Strike III: Arms For Victory' - 4 New Screens

by Rainier on Nov. 7, 2007 @ 9:25 a.m. PST | Filed under News

While continuing in the popular vein the original Sudden Strike is so famous for, Sudden Strike 3: Arms For Victory will push the boundaries of the RTS genre with some notable interface innovations, huge troop numbers and enormous map designs that will demonstrate that size does matter.

Sony v2.0 PS3 Firmware Coming Tomorrow

by Rainier on Nov. 7, 2007 @ 9:14 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Sony Europe announced the availability of the latest version of the PS3 system software. Version 2.00 features the ability to turn a PS3 system on and off remotely, using a PSP system via the Remote Play1 function, allowing for a truly mobile partnership between the two systems.

Wednesday, November 7, 2007 Shipping Announcements

by Rainier on Nov. 7, 2007 @ 6:52 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:

'Kane & Lynch: Dead Men' (PS3/X360/PC) - 8 New Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on Nov. 7, 2007 @ 6:06 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Kane & Lynch: Dead Men is a violent and chaotic journey of two men — a flawed mercenary and a medicated psychopath — and their brutal attitude towards right and wrong. This volatile partnership combined with innovative technologies allow for an unparalleled gaming experience.

SouthPeak Signs Studio Wide Unreal Engine 3 License

by Rainier on Nov. 7, 2007 @ 5:47 a.m. PST | Filed under News

SouthPeak Games announced a studio license agreement with Epic Games for use of the Unreal Engine 3 in the development of its upcoming video game titles worldwide, across all major platforms including downloadable content.

'Secret Files 2' - Details & Screens

by Rainier on Nov. 7, 2007 @ 5:43 a.m. PST | Filed under News

The Secret Files 2 is a point-and-click adventure game based on the mysterious phenomenon around thw world. Sequel to Secret Files: Tunguska, the sequel takes on a different mystery, in a totally different location...

'Pokemon Diamond/Pearl' (NDS) Used to Teach Science

by Rainier on Nov. 7, 2007 @ 5:24 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Through a new in-school program Nintendo of America has teamed up with The National Institute of Aerospace and Nortel LearniT to use basic characters and themes from Pokemon Diamond / Pearl to teach elementary and middle school students about science.

'Runaway: the Dream of the Turtle' (NDS) - 10 Screens

by Rainier on Nov. 7, 2007 @ 5:17 a.m. PST | Filed under News

With Runaway for DS, players will be invited to travel all around the world, where they'll solve some of the most unique (and hilarious) puzzles and greatest mysteries seen in adventure games.

Atari's Quarterly Financial Report Depressing

by Rainier on Nov. 7, 2007 @ 4:37 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Atari has finally submitted its delayed quarterly financial report for the first quarter ended June 30, 2007, and it's not looking good. Net revenue is down from last year's $19.5 million to $10.4M, while net loss was $11.9M compared to $7.3M during the same period last year. Atari stated that it has "substantial doubt about ability to continue as a going concern."

'Super Mario Galaxy' (Wii) - 34 New Screens & Trailers

by Rainier on Nov. 7, 2007 @ 3:26 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Become Mario as he traverses a galaxy of gravities, traveling in and out of gravitational fields by blasting from planet to planet. Players experience dizzying perspective shifts as they run upside down through wild alien worlds that need to be seen to be believed.

Petroglyph Studios Developing MMO?

by Rainier on Nov. 7, 2007 @ 3:24 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Currently still working on Universe at War for SEGA, Petroglyph Studios, also known for Star Wars Empire, might be jumping on the MMO bandwagon, as its jobs recruitment page has a current listing for an "MMO Game Designer" who is "responsible for understanding, refining, maintaining, and disseminating the game design vision, game design, mission building, gameplay balancing, and game proposal development of a Massive Multiplayer Online Game." (Thanks VE3D)

'World in Conflict' - v1.003 Patch Details

by Rainier on Nov. 7, 2007 @ 3:17 a.m. PST | Filed under News

World in Conflict is an RTS that delivers action and coordinated team play amidst a showdown between the Soviet Union and the US, with completely destructible 3D battlefields, aggressive team-based multiplayer. Massive is already working on a new v1.003 patch, adding new functionality, unit balancing and various bug/crash fixes.

'New International Track & Field' (NDS) - 10 New Screens

by Rainier on Nov. 7, 2007 @ 2:55 a.m. PST | Filed under News

The New International Track & Field features over 20 different athletic events, with several unlockable characters from other Konami franchises, such as Pyramid Head from Silent Hill 2 and Sparkster from Rocket Knight Adventures.

'Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare' (ALL) Coming to Steam

by Rainier on Nov. 7, 2007 @ 2:55 a.m. PST | Filed under News

CoD 4: Modern Warfare is a new action-thriller that will arm gamers with the most advanced and powerful arsenal of modern-day firepower to fight a new war in the world's most treacherous hot spots. Valve announced that Call of Duty 4 is heading to Steam, which will be made available on Nov. 12 ($49.95).

SCEA Confirms 'God of War III' (PS3)

by Rainier on Nov. 6, 2007 @ 7:25 p.m. PST | Filed under News

SCEA has issued a statement that its Santa Monica studio director Cory Barlog has left in order to "pursue other opportunities." Earlier this year, the series creative director, David Jaffe, had already left to form his own studio Eat Sleep Play. Without giving any further specifics as to its time frame, SCEA confirmed the earlier rumblings that God of War III is currently in development for the PS3, expressing its confidence in the remaining members of the Santa Monica development team.

'Asterix at the Olympic Games' - Demo Available NOW

by Rainier on Nov. 6, 2007 @ 4:55 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Asterix at the Olympic Games follows Asterix, Obelix and the faithful Dogmatix as they travel to Greece in aid of their lovesick friend Alafolix. Their journey takes them to the Olympic Games where they find themselves pitted against the athletic might of the Roman Empire. This multilingual demo lets you try put part of the game.

Various Game Trailers #1205

by Rainier on Nov. 6, 2007 @ 4:09 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:

  • Assassin's Creed [ALL] - Developer Diary #4
  • Blazing Angels 2: Secret Missions of WWII [ALL] - Race Mode Trailer
  • Empire Earth III - Launch Trailer
  • Guilty Gear 2 Overture [X360] - Gameplay Trailer
  • Kane & Lynch: Dead Men [PS3/X360/PC] - Trailer (2)
  • Nanostray 2 [NDS] - Trailer #3
  • Rayman Raving Rabbids 2 [NDS/Wii] - Paris Invasion Trailer
  • SimCity Societies - Haunted City Trailer
  • Trauma Center: New Blood [Wii] - Co-op Trailer
  • Viva Pinata [PC] - Trailer #2


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

'Super Smash Bros. Brawl' (Wii) - 22 New Screens

by Rainier on Nov. 6, 2007 @ 3:33 p.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.

'Medal of Honor: Heroes 2' (PSP/Wii) Goes Gold - Screens

by Rainier on Nov. 6, 2007 @ 3:25 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Medal of Honor Heroes 2 is designed completely from the ground up for the Wii and PSP. Just like the recent Madden 08 announcement, the Wii edition will include an all-new arcade mode that simplifies gameplay for players of all skill levels.