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'Disney's Meet The Robinsons' (GBA/NDS/PS2/Wii) - 15 New Screens

by Rainier on Sept. 7, 2006 @ 4:21 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Disney's Meet the Robinsons, based on the upcoming Walt Disney Pictures animated film, is a time-traveling action/adventure game. Players will experience the adventure as Wilbur Robinson, helping him chase the dastardly Bowler Hat Guy and his diabolical robotic hat Doris through multiple timelines in an attempt to thwart their evil plans.

Vivendi's Earnings Still Driven By 'World of WarCraft'

by Rainier on Sept. 7, 2006 @ 4:01 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Vivendi released its first half 2006 earnings results and overall net income is up nearly 11%, while Vivendi Games' earnings before interest and income taxes (EBITA) of EUR 62 million, up 226.3% compared to last year. This improvement was driven by growth in revenues, with an increased proportion relating to the higher margin of the World of Warcraft business.

BioWare Is Recruiting at the Austin Game Conference

by Rainier on Sept. 7, 2006 @ 3:45 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

BioWare is seeking to fill positions at its development studios including its new BioWare Austin facility, where work is now underway on a Massively Multiplayer Online (MMO) title.

'Myst' (PSP) - 24 New Screens

by Rainier on Sept. 7, 2006 @ 3:25 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Over a decade since PC adventurers first sampled the delights of Myst’s emotive and visual feasts, the new handheld development will engage the player like never before and literally take them to another world.

Atlus Brings 'Polarium Advance' (GBA) to North America

by Rainier on Sept. 7, 2006 @ 3:16 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Atlus U.S.A. announced the acquisition of the North American publishing rights to Polarium Advance, an addictive puzzle solving game for the GBA.

'Bounty Hounds' (PSP) Goes Gold

by Rainier on Sept. 7, 2006 @ 2:39 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Bounty Hounds takes portable action to a whole new level of on-the-go fun, boasting a variety of impressive features including a full arsenal of weapons, a thrilling dual weapon wielding feature, and a game sharing mode that allows players to go head to head using just one single UMD game.

'Touch Detective' (NDS) - 25 New Screens

by Rainier on Sept. 7, 2006 @ 2:38 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

After her father unexpectedly passes away, Mackenzie inherits the family business: a renowned detective agency in a fantastic world populated by mechanized butlers and walking skeletons. With the aid of cheerful mushroom-man Funghi and robotic servant Cromwell, Mackenzie sets off to prove herself worthy of being called... the Touch Detective!

National Video Game Summit Announced

by Rainier on Sept. 7, 2006 @ 2:34 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

The National Institute on Media and the Family and Iowa State University will be hosting a national summit to address concerns regarding video game ratings and children's access to violent and sexually explicit games.

'War Front: Turning Point' - 5 New Screens

by Rainier on Sept. 7, 2006 @ 2:24 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

War Front: Turning Point explores an alternate World War II, one in which Hitler is assassinated in the early days, and you will take command of experimental weapons, prototype vehicles and units rarely seen in strategy games in an attempt to alter or secure the historical outcome of World War II.

'Panzer Elite Action: Dunes of War' Gets Delayed

by Rainier on Sept. 7, 2006 @ 2:16 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

PEA: Dunes of War sends your crew deep into the desert, during the shattering battles of the African campaign, it’s about victory for both sides and your first duty is to ensure the survival of your comrades with victory as the ultimate goal. Jowood has updated its product page reflecting a change in launch date, now scheduled for Q4 2006 (Thanks Blues).

'Chromehounds' (X360) Gets Patched

by Rainier on Sept. 6, 2006 @ 8:09 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Chromehounds is a squad-based action title that puts gamers in control of giant mechanized military weapons of war, with a strong focus on cooperative and competitive online gameplay. SEGA has released a patch through Xbox Live fixing various issues with the game, mainly the much needed network stability, and various other gameplay problems.

Various Game Trailers #877

by Rainier on Sept. 6, 2006 @ 4:56 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:

  • Half-Life 2: Episode 2 - Gameplay Trailer #3
  • Medieval II: Total War - TrailerPack #2
  • Company of Heroes - Tailer #11
  • Hyperball Racing - Trailer
  • Real World Golf 2007 [PS2/PC] - Trailer


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

Microsoft, Nintendo, And Industry Analysts Comment on PS3 Delay

by Rainier on Sept. 6, 2006 @ 4:31 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

With the news of the European PS3 launch delay, certain competitors might be eager to seize on the opportunity to push extra units over the holidays. Nintendo was rather subdued in its comments, while Microsoft was a bit more forthcoming, while industry analysts say the delay won't affect things too much, except for European stores who might be in a jam, and predict Nintendo might have the most to gain. Read more for details ...

'Stronghold Legends' - 12 New Screens

by Rainier on Sept. 6, 2006 @ 4:12 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Stronghold Legends features a range of new innovations including, three unique castle styles to build, three landscapes to fight across, spectacular magic themes, fearsome monsters to overcome, a completely new strategic conquest style of play, and a range of exciting new multiplayer modes.

'Red Orchestra: Ostfront 41-45' New Update Coming Soon

by Rainier on Sept. 6, 2006 @ 4:09 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Tripwire Interactive announced today that the next Red Orchestra update is due in mid-September and will include a new weapon, authentic Russian voiceovers, updated animations, new icons and of course a bunch of bug fixes. The update will be made through Steam and should automatically apply when you login.

'FIFA 07' (ALL) - Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on Sept. 6, 2006 @ 4:06 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

FIFA 07 delivers authenticity with licenses for all the world’s top leagues, including MLS and Mexican 1st Division, and 26 others from over 20 nations. This year, you have the power to shape your club’s destiny in the Interactive Leagues, a new online mode that enables you to pit your club against supporters of your real-world opponents.

'NRA Gun Club' (PS2) Gets Endorsed By ... NRA

by Rainier on Sept. 6, 2006 @ 2:38 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Gun Club is a non-violent arcade shooter, allowing gamers to enter the shooting range, steady their nerves, and take aim at the bull’s-eye. Experience the traditional 1st person shooter from a different perspective; Gun Club is void of blood and violence.

'Precursors' - 2 New Screens

by Rainier on Sept. 6, 2006 @ 2:37 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Precursors, a sci-fi action game from Deep Shadow, developers of Boiling Point, leads you into unexplored regions of space, where he can fly with huge battle ships from planet to planet.

'For Liberty!' - v1.60 Patch Available NOW

by Rainier on Sept. 6, 2006 @ 1:56 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

For Liberty! is a turn based computer strategy game for the PC, covering two wars of independence - the American Revolution (1775-1783) and the Rakoczi War of Independence in Europe 1703-1711. This v1.60 patch fixes all known and reported game issues as well as adding a ton of new game features, gameplay additions and improvements to the A.I.

'Ridge Racer 7' (PS3) - 16 New Screens

by Rainier on Sept. 6, 2006 @ 1:37 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Ridge Racer 7 will be produced by Hideo Teramoto, music by Hiroshi Okubo under direction of Masaya Kobayashi. Not many details are available yet, but it is said that RR 7 will support online multiplayer for up to 14 players.