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SouthPeak Interactive Signs 'Two Worlds' (X360/PC)

by Rainier on Nov. 7, 2006 @ 1:53 p.m. PST | Filed under News

SouthPeak Interactive announced it has signed a two-product publishing agreement with TopWare Interactive, starting with its upcoming multiplatform RPG Two Worlds. Details on the second game in the agreement were not released today.

'Fullmetal Alchemist: Dual Sympathy' (NDS) - 5 New Screens

by Rainier on Nov. 7, 2006 @ 11:46 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Destineer's announced Fullmetal Alchemist: Dual Sympathy is a side-scrolling action/adventure game that puts players in the role of Edward Elric, the Fullmetal Alchemist on a quest to defeat the evil Homunculi and acquire the fabled Philosopher’s Stone.

BioWare Adds PhysX to Its Eclipse Engine

by Rainier on Nov. 7, 2006 @ 11:43 a.m. PST | Filed under News

BioWare is integrating AGEIA PhysX technology into its next-generation Eclipse Engine for PCs and next-gen consoles because of its unmatched physics capabilities and its straightforward implementation across multiple platforms.

'Europa Universalis III' Flexible Nation Building Feature - Screens

by Rainier on Nov. 7, 2006 @ 11:38 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Europa Universalis III delves deeply into the areas of exploration, trade, warfare and diplomacy and is an epic strategy game where players take control of a nation and guide it through the ages to become a great global empire.

'Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy' (PS2) Bundle Announced

by Rainier on Nov. 7, 2006 @ 9:59 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Rockstar Games announced that it plans to release Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy, which will include GTA3, GTA: Vice City, and GTA: San Andreas together as the original trilogy for the PS2. Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy will ship to retail stores in North America on December 4, 2006 with a retail price of $39.99.

'Novadrome' (PS2/Xbox/PC) Resurfaces On Xbox Live Arcade

by Rainier on Nov. 7, 2006 @ 9:56 a.m. PST | Filed under News

After a long period of silence NovaDrome resurfaces as Buena Vista Games announced that Carmageddon developer Stainless Games' vehicle combat racing game will be making an appearance on Xbox Live Arcade, and no longer be a multiplatform title as initially announced.

'Made Man' (PS2/PC) Coming to North America

by Rainier on Nov. 7, 2006 @ 9:12 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Aspyr signed an agreement with UK-based Fund4Games to bring Sivlerback Studios' 3rd person crime drama action title Made Man to North America. In Made Man you assume the role of Joey Verola and follow his every move from the jungles of war-torn Vietnam to his murderous rise through the ranks of the underworld.

'Splinter Cell Double Agent' - v1.01 Patch Available NOW

by Rainier on Nov. 7, 2006 @ 9:05 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Splinter Cell Double Agent will reinvent the spy action genre by introducing a double agent concept and a new breed of game play that adds an exciting new dimension to the gaming experience. This v1.01 patch fixes some anti-aliasing hiccups, but mainly addresses multiplayer problems such as invitations, squad features, and disconnect issues.

'Parabellum' (X360/PC) - 2 New Screens

by Rainier on Nov. 7, 2006 @ 7:04 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Parabellum is a Strategy First Person Shooter (SFPS) focused on urban warfare. A whole city is waiting to be conquered in a giant multiplayer campaign. Parabellum offers intense round based action with tactical and strategic depth.

'World of Warcraft' Continues to Fuel Vivendi Games Revenue

by Rainier on Nov. 7, 2006 @ 6:55 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Vivendi Games' revenues were up 15% compared to last year, primarily driven by the continued success of World of Warcraft, and the solid launch revenues in North America from Scarface, based on the classic Universal Studios film. For the first 9 months of the year revenue was up 20%, partly by continuous strong sales of 50 Cent and Ice Age 2.

EA Signs 'Hellgate: London' Co-Publishing Agreement - Screens

by Rainier on Nov. 7, 2006 @ 6:48 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Namco Bandai has signed a Hellgate: London co-publish agreement with EA for Europe and North America. Hellgate: London is an RPG with immersive first-person perspective set in a completely randomized demon-ridden world where the last survivors of the human race must meld science and magic to survive.

'Horse Racing Manager 2' - Demo Available NOW

by Rainier on Nov. 7, 2006 @ 6:39 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Horse Racing Manager 2 is a sport management and horse racing game designed for management game fans as well as riding and horse racing aficionados. This demo includes 2 races (gallop and trot), 2 French race tracks, night & day race with variable weather, on 2 types of ground.

'Lost Planet: Extreme Condition' (X360) - 25 New Screens

by Rainier on Nov. 7, 2006 @ 6:29 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Lost Planet is a sci-fi action shooter set within the merciless frozen tundra of a hostile planet, humans struggle for survival as conflicts arise between man, the surrounding indigenous creatures and the monstrous beings that have invaded.

'NBA 2K7' and 'NHL 2K7' to be Available As PS3 Launch Titles

by Rainier on Nov. 7, 2006 @ 6:27 a.m. PST | Filed under News

2K Sports announced that both NBA 2K7 and NHL 2K7 will be available as Day One launch titles for the PS3.

'Gunship Apocalypse' - v1.01 German Patch Available NOW

by Rainier on Nov. 7, 2006 @ 6:24 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Gunship Apocalypse, developed by FAKT Software, is a sci-fi first-person spacecraft shooter. This German demo features the Canyon level with 5 missions. This v1.01 patch, fixes an issue with the Panzer you escort in the Evakuierung mission.

'Fantastic 4: Rise of the Silver Surfer' (ALL) Announced

by Rainier on Nov. 7, 2006 @ 5:38 a.m. PST | Filed under News

2K announced it will publish Fantastic 4: Rise of the Silver Surfer, a new third person action video game featuring Marvel Comics' legendary super-powered foursome.

Tuesday, November 7, 2006 Shipping Announcements

by Rainier on Nov. 7, 2006 @ 5:36 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:

'Metal Gear Solid: Portable Ops' (PSP) Pre-Order Incentive

by Rainier on Nov. 7, 2006 @ 5:16 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Metal Gear Solid: Portable Ops features an original storyline that follows the events of MGS3: Snake Eater and includes online play that lets gamers recruit their own comrades to form a unique fighting force. If you pre-order Portable Ops you will receive a free custom body armor for your PSP, packaged in a MGS themed a commemorative gift box.

'Delta Force Black Hawk Down: Team Sabre' (PS2) Weapons Revealed - Screens

by Rainier on Nov. 7, 2006 @ 4:49 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Sierra and NovaLogic today announced that they have entered a co-publishing agreement for the PS2 exclusive first-person shooter Delta Force Black Hawk Down: Team Sabre.

Buena Vista Games Forms NDS/Wii Dedicated Fall Line Studio

by Rainier on Nov. 7, 2006 @ 4:24 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Buena Vista Games announced the formation of a new video game development studio. Based in Salt Lake City, Fall Line Studio’s focus is to develop games based on Disney’s characters, television shows and entertainment franchises as well as creating new intellectual property for the NDS and Wii.