Ubisoft Developing 'Avatar' (ALL) Game Based on James Cameron Movie

by Rainier on July 24, 2007 @ 9:37 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Ubisoft announced that it will develop/publish the game based on 20th Century Fox's Avatar, the story of an ex-Marine who finds himself thrust into hostilities on an alien planet filled with exotic life forms, written and directed by Academy Award-winning filmmaker James Cameron (Titanic, Aliens, Terminator, etc...).

'Hellgate: London' Beta Test Sign-Ups

by Rainier on July 24, 2007 @ 8:11 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Hellgate: London is an RPG set in the immersive first-person perspective. With a completely randomized world that offers a unique experience every time you play, Hellgate: London introduces a demon-ridden place where the last survivors of the human race must meld science and magic to survive. Sign up for the beta test here...

'Metal Gear Online (PS3) Revealed - 9 New Screens

by Rainier on July 24, 2007 @ 7:50 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Celebrating 20 years of MGS, Kojima Productions officially revealed Metal Gear Online, featuring characters, stages and the same control scheme as MGS 4. This reloaded MGO experience packs in additional environments, game modes, and team-based multiplayer mayhem. A closed beta starts today until Aug. 6, after which an open beta will commence on August 20.

'Pirates of the Burning Sea' - 8 New Screens

by Rainier on July 24, 2007 @ 7:37 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

SOE signed Flying Labs' Pirates of the Burning Sea, a massively multiplayer online roleplaying game set in the Caribbean islands of the 18th Century. You play a bold sea captain, master of your own ship and crew, as you seek glory and adventure across the trackless deep.

'Nascar 08' And 'All-Pro Football 2K8' Demos on Xbox Live

by Rainier on July 24, 2007 @ 7:29 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

As the new rookie driver on the circuit, develop your racing skills to gain licenses and contracts from hungry owners and unlock legendary top performing cars from NASCAR's biggest stars. All-Pro Football 2K8 hits the gridiron with the legendary gameplay, innovative features, and hundreds of legends combined with an attribute system showcasing the well-known, signature abilities of each football star.

'Devil May Cry 4' (PS3/X360/PC) - 19 New Screens

by Rainier on July 24, 2007 @ 7:22 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Devil May Cry 4 is the fourth installment in Capcom's series starring Dante, the gunslinging demon hunter. DMC4 will introduce a new hero, Nero, who possesses a demonic arm that can pull in enemies or use them as projectiles. Meet Credo, Agnus, and Gloria...

'World of Warcraft' Surpasses 9 Million Subscribers

by Rainier on July 24, 2007 @ 7:17 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Blizzard announced today that its subscription-based MMORPG World of Warcraft had reached yet another milestone, 9 million subscribers and counting, with The Burning Crusade yet to launch in China.

UE3 Powered 'The Scourge Project' (ALL) Announced - Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on July 24, 2007 @ 6:52 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Developer Tragnarion Studios will use Epic's Unreal Engine 3 for their new multiplatform shooter with a focus on co-op narrative and gameplay. The Scourge Project will be a story-driven FPS game built from the ground up for co-op squad play, where up to 4 players each experience a personal story, whilst playing together as a squad.

'Cartoon Network Universe: FusionFall' Revealed - Trailer

by Rainier on July 24, 2007 @ 6:44 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

If you haven't checked our preview yet, FusionFall is set in a re-imagined Cartoon Network universe where, as a kid, players will team up with other players and Cartoon Network characters to defend it from an alien invasion of epic proportions. Cartoon Network Universe: FusionFall will make its debut at Comic-Con 2007 in San Diego, beginning Wed., July 25.

'Army of Two' (PS3/X360) Gets Worldwide Release Date

by Rainier on July 24, 2007 @ 6:37 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Army of Two will throw gamers into hot spots ripped from current day headlines where they will utilize unique TWO man strategies and tactics while seamlessly transitioning between playing with intelligent Partner AI (PAI) and a live player. Army of Two will be on retail shelves starting November 15, 2007 in North America and Europe.

Sony Releases v1.90 PS3 Firmware Update

by Rainier on July 24, 2007 @ 6:35 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Sony has released the new v1.90 system software update for the PS3, adding plenty of new features and adjustments to its latest console, such as XMB customization, emoticons in chat over PSN, AVCHD video playback on mem stick/camera and plenty more...

'Death to Spies' - 20 New Screens

by Rainier on July 24, 2007 @ 6:27 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

"Smersh" is Russian for the phrase "Death to Spies," and it was also the name of a set of counterintelligence departments in the Soviet Army formed during WWII. Their mission was to secure the active Red Army by arresting traitors, deserters, spies and criminal elements. During the war, these agents became the main force combating the German intelligence service.

Lyon Game Developers Conference Joins 2007 Game Connection

by Rainier on July 24, 2007 @ 6:13 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

CMP Technology, organizers of the Game Developers Conference, have partnered with business matchmaking company Connection Events, known for the Game Connection convention, to produce the Lyon Game Developers Conference.

'Gothic III' - v1.4 Community Patch Available NOW

by Rainier on July 24, 2007 @ 6:04 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Gothic 3 is the third part of the RPG legend presenting an intense, living world and a non-linear, varied gaming experience. This v1.4 community patch is not supported by Jowood, but addresses a lot of issues with the game ...

Kalypso Media Signs 'Universal Boxing Manager'

by Rainier on July 24, 2007 @ 5:55 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Kalypso media announced Universal Boxing Manager, its latest big hitter to step in the ring in the battle for management sim fans' hearts. Starting as a lowly hopeful, players are tasked with managing up to six different budding champs with high hopes of glory.

PS3 Price Cut Fuels 135% Sales Surge

by Rainier on July 23, 2007 @ 5:42 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Based on SCEA's preliminary internal data, PS3 sales have increased by more than 135% at the top five retailers since the new $499 price was announced two weeks ago on July 9th. During this same two-week period, total PlayStation hardware sales have increased by 161%, software by 15% and peripherals by 60%.

Various Game Trailers #1127

by Rainier on July 23, 2007 @ 5:31 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:

  • Guitar Hero III [ALL] - Trailer #6
  • World in Conflict [X360/PC] - DirectX 10 Features Trailer
  • Tales of Innocence [NDS] - Trailer
  • Hegemony: Philip of Macedon - PAX 2007 Trailer
  • Moto GP 07 [PS2] - Trailer (2)


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

Adobe Flash Exploit Freezes Nintendo Wii Consoles

by Rainier on July 23, 2007 @ 5:30 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Symantec says an Adobe Flash vulnerability could affect the Nintendo Wii through its Opera internet browser, and as a result of the exploit completely freeze up the console while browsing a specially crafted video. Researchers at Symantec said the vulnerability has already been tested on Windows, Mac and some Linux apps, saying it reflects the increasing use of cross-platform hacks, and recommend users to update Flash Player with the latest patches from Adobe.

Namco Bandai's E3 2007 Lineup - Screens & Trailers

by Rainier on July 23, 2007 @ 5:19 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Namco Bandai has released screens and trailers for the following upcoming titles:

'Soldiers: Heroes of World War II' - v1.28E Editor Available NOW

by Rainier on July 23, 2007 @ 3:38 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Soldiers is a 3D third person tactical strategy game pitching the player headlong into the war-torn battlegrounds of Europe, delivering extremely realistic yet explosive combat scenarios.