'The Simpsons Game' (ALL) - 5 New Screens

by Rainier on Sept. 21, 2007 @ 6:27 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

In The Simpsons Game, Homer, Marge, Bart, and Lisa use exciting, all-new powers to save the world from rising chaos. To help the Simpsons, gamers at home must journey through all of Springfield (as well as vast worlds beyond!), vanquish an amazing array of villains, and fight their way through parodies of multiple popular games.

'Forza Motorsport 2' (X360) Premium Content on XBox Live

by Rainier on Sept. 21, 2007 @ 6:08 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

FM2 features authentic simulation physics, bone-jarring damage, photo-realistic graphics, 300 of the world’s hottest cars for you to collect, licensed tuning and plenty of customization options. Revealed earlier this week, This downloadable content package will set you back 400 points and includes 10 brand new racers and muscle cars, with one additional car ( 2007 SEAT Leon Cupra) as free download.

'Bleach' (NDS/Wii) - 10 New Screens

by Rainier on Sept. 21, 2007 @ 6:07 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

SEGA's Wii exclusive Bleach: Shattered Blade offers relentless action and dazzling swordplay with crisp, highly-stylized graphics that deliver an anime experience, authentic to the series. On the NDS, Bleach: The Blade of Fate offers impressive 2D action and a variety of opponents as one of 28 characters in intense action-packed battles.

'The Eye of Judgment' (PS3) Gets Price And Release Date

by Rainier on Sept. 21, 2007 @ 5:28 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

The Eye of Judgment presents a new style of game play where collectible trading cards, embedded with a CyberCode, are placed in front of the PlayStation Eye for their respective creatures to come to life in 3D and battle on screen. Reports of a $59.99 price tag seemed incorrect, as SCEA revealed the package, set for Oct. 23, 2007, will cost $69.99 instead.

'Pacific Storm: Allies' - 5 New Screens

by Rainier on Sept. 21, 2007 @ 4:53 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Combining RTS, resource management and combat action, Pacific Storm Allies drops players into the thick of battle, playing as the US, Japan, and a new playable nation, the UK. This expansion brings new units to construct, new historical locations to visit and a brand new version of the engine with improved graphics.

'Tarr Chronicles' - v1.0.2.0 Patches Available NOW

by Rainier on Sept. 21, 2007 @ 4:24 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Tarr Chronicles is an arcade-style space combat sim where you, lost in space and deep behind enemy lines, must defend the galaxy's last hope using dozens of high-tech fighters bristling with cannons and rocket launchers. Like the updated demo, this v1.0.2.0 patch improves Vista compatibility, and fixes a bug with incorrect video playback on dual-core CPUs

'Super Smash Bros. Brawl' (Wii) - 50 New Screens

by Rainier on Sept. 21, 2007 @ 4:06 a.m. PDT | 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.

'Pro Evolution Soccer 2008' (ALL) Demo on Xbox Live

by Rainier on Sept. 21, 2007 @ 3:52 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

In PES8 player detail has been taken to incredible levels with full facial animation and the high-def. detail to show full movement and subtle details to the various kits during the course of a match. All ‘Next Gen’ versions will also benefit from an extensive Edit mode, allowing gamers to customise their PES experience. Konami has released a 1.18 GB demo on XBL Marketplace, although not available in North America.

'Supreme Commander: Forged Alliance' - Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on Sept. 21, 2007 @ 3:35 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

THQ's Supreme Commander: Forged Alliance is an add-on for Gas Powered Games' 3D RTS, following the epic story of the original game in the aftermath of the Infinite War.

'World of Warcraft: Wrath of the Lich King' - 2 New Screens

by Rainier on Sept. 21, 2007 @ 3:00 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

WoW: Wrath of the Lich King will open the forbidding wasteland of Northrend to exploration by the hardiest adventurers. New levels of power, challenging new dungeons and encounters, an exciting new character profession, and the game’s first hero class are just some of the new features awaiting players in Wrath of the Lich King.

SEGA Brings Three Japan Developed Titles to North America

by Rainier on Sept. 21, 2007 @ 2:52 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

SEGA of America announced that it is bringing over three titles developed by SEGA Japan to North America. Being added to its 2008 release roster are Yakuza 2 (PS2), Dinosaur King (NDS), and Mystery Dungeon: Shiren the Wanderer (NDS).

Konami's Tokyo Game Show 2007 Lineup - Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on Sept. 20, 2007 @ 9:23 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

At the Tokyo Game Show Konami has released screens and trailers for the following upcoming titles:

'Tarr Chronicles' - Updated Demo Available NOW

by Rainier on Sept. 20, 2007 @ 7:07 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Tarr Chronicles is an arcade-style space combat sim where you, lost in space and deep behind enemy lines, must defend the galaxy's last hope using dozens of high-tech fighters bristling with cannons and rocket launchers. This updated demo adds various bug fixes, enhanced Vista support and improved support for multi-core processors.

New 'Command & Conquer' First Person Shooter In the Works?

by Rainier on Sept. 20, 2007 @ 2:43 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

According to a job listing on the official EA website, the EALA division, in charge of MOH and C&C franchises, is looking for a "sound designer who will work closely with the audio director on creating sound effects, dialog, and music for a next-generation first person shooter game," based on a "widely recognized leading sci-fi franchise." Sequel to C&C Renegade finally back on track ?

UPDATEIn the meantime EA has removed "sci-fi" from the listing...

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

by Rainier on Sept. 20, 2007 @ 2:33 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

In Ubisoft's No More Heroes, developed by Grasshopper, tou 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.

'Thrillville: Off the Rails' (ALL) - 100 New Screens

by Rainier on Sept. 20, 2007 @ 2:14 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

LucasArts' theme park sim Thrillville will open its gates for a whole new season in Thrillville: Off the Rails. Featuring some of the most outlandish roller-coaster concepts ever imagined, as well as new ways to talk to park guests and a wider array of carnival games.

Memory Stick Entertainment Pack Comes With Four Movies On DVD

by Rainier on Sept. 20, 2007 @ 2:01 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Sony is introducing two capacities of its Memory Stick Entertainment Pack for the PSP later this month featuring either 2GB or 4GB Memory Stick PRO Duo media. Both versions come with a launcher DVD loaded with four movies from Sony Pictures Entertainment, including Click, Ghost Rider, RV and Stomp the Yard.

'Need for Speed ProStreet' (ALL) - 5 New Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on Sept. 20, 2007 @ 1:36 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

EA is introducing a new Need for Speed version that drives the series in a new direction. Need for Speed ProStreet is a ground-breaking Need for Speed experience where you’re thrust to compete head to head against the best street racers in a multitude of racing showdowns.

'Viva Pinata: Party Animals' (X360) Demo on Xbox Live

by Rainier on Sept. 20, 2007 @ 1:35 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Krome Studios' Viva Piñata: Party Animals brings gamers and garden connoisseurs together for a fun social party game set in a whimsical world bursting with living piñatas of every shape and shade imaginable. Microsoft has released a 970mb demo, allowing you to try out the game.

'FIFA 08' (ALL) - 57 New Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on Sept. 20, 2007 @ 1:30 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

FIFA 08 will create a football experience that matches the complexity, finesse and beauty of the real-world game. FIFA 08 challenges you to master the skills required to play like a pro football player, allowing you on the pitch to defy the odds, perfect your skills, elevate your game and rise up to win glory for your club.