by Rainier on Jan. 27, 2006 @ 2:35 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Commandos Strike Force takes you right into the heart of the action from a first person perspective. Take control of the three members of the 'Strike Force' unit, each with their own play style. However, it is up to you how you execute plans of attack by combining the Commandos' unique skills.
by Rainier on Jan. 27, 2006 @ 1:58 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Back in December Vivendi revealed that it would include Even Balance's anti-cheat protection, Punkbuster, in the new patch, a much requested feature by the community. A couple wees ago Vivendi's Community Manager Greg revealed that the
F.E.A.R. v1.03 patch was coming soon, but so far is a no show. Earlier today Greg gave an update, "I am very happy to report that the patch is nearing completion and contains many sizeable enhancements and features. In a short period of time we will be able to reveal the full details of the patch."
by Rainier on Jan. 27, 2006 @ 11:25 a.m. PST | Filed under
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World Tour Golf is destined to capture the player's imagination by fusing the features of real-world golf, high-end graphics, accurate animation and a unique control system.
by Rainier on Jan. 27, 2006 @ 11:19 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Today 3D Realms posted their latest installment in the
weekly Prey update in Human Head Software's Prey Project Lead Chris Rhinehart talks about the Prey press tour, giving a recap from the past few days in Los Angeles and San Francisco. They showed off single and multiplayer, X360 footage and we were there to participate, expect coverage soon ...
by Rainier on Jan. 27, 2006 @ 10:48 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Lara comes alive with intricately animated expressions, moves and abilities. An arsenal of modern equipment, such as a magnetic grappling device, binoculars, frag grenades, personal lighting device and communications equipment, allows gamers to experience tomb raiding as never before.
by Rainier on Jan. 27, 2006 @ 10:42 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Microsoft today announced a new launch date in Australia and New Zealand for the Xbox 360. The new launch date is 12:01am on March 23 2006. The delay is caused by short-term manufacturing issues due to component shortages stemming from challenges in ramping supply and will ensure that the markets will have an adequate supply of Xbox 360 consoles to meet demand at launch.
by Rainier on Jan. 27, 2006 @ 10:21 a.m. PST | Filed under
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In SpellForce II you take over both roles, Commander of your troops and also a front fighting hero, solving quests and overcoming obstacles as in classical RPGs, but also leading armies as in an RTS. Your character is supported by up to 5 heroes who can be summoned at special monuments - these will become available in stronger versions as you progress and reveal more of the epic storyline.
by Rainier on Jan. 27, 2006 @ 10:09 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Los Angeles city attorney's office has sued the makers of Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas for allegedly hiding pornographic material inside the video game, officials said. Rocky Delgadillo said his office sued Rockstar Games and its parent company Take-Two for making misleading statements in marketing the game and engaging in unfair competition.
by Rainier on Jan. 27, 2006 @ 9:58 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Trackmania Nations is a fast-paced racing game involving precision and agility specially built for competition. Nadeo has released the full TM: Nations version allowing you to try out the new Stadium environment, as well as solo and multiplayer modes featuring 100 training and competition circuits for Internet, LAN, HotSeat, editors, circuit editor, Painter and Mediatracker.
by Rainier on Jan. 27, 2006 @ 9:39 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Cyanide and Focus are pleased to announce that Wintersport Pro 2006, aka Winter Challenge, has reached the Gold Master stage. Wintersport Pro 2006 is based on the upcoming Olympic Wintersports in Torino, and will feature 16 disciplines (skiing, bobsled, skijumping etc.) and over 700 athletes from 29 countries, as well as multiplayer.
by Rainier on Jan. 27, 2006 @ 9:33 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Matrix Games and Playnet/Cornered Rat Software are pleased to announce a 14 day free trial of Battleground Europe. Experience the thrill of realistic World War II combat, complete with air, sea, and land units. This two week offer comes with no obligation to purchase, so come join the virtual battlefield and starts Friday Jan, 27th at 1700ET.
by Rainier on Jan. 27, 2006 @ 9:19 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Ace Combat Zero: The Belkan War will challenge players to develop their high-flying reputations while facing off against rival pilots in white-knuckled dog fights. Read more for details and screens ...
by Rainier on Jan. 27, 2006 @ 8:45 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Epic Games announced it is looking to bolster its technology team to manage its exponential growth in the engine licensing business. Epic is creating a new position for Lead Engine Programmer, which will head the Unreal Engine team.
by Rainier on Jan. 27, 2006 @ 3:30 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Square Enix is working on a new expansion pack for its MMORPG Final Fantasy XI which will introduce new maps, monsters as well as several new classes such as the much anticpated Blue Mage. Read more for some new screens ...
by Rainier on Jan. 27, 2006 @ 3:18 a.m. PST | Filed under
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After a life of small-time jobs and petty thefts you've been accepted into America's most famous criminal organization, the Corleone family. Now it's up to you to carry out orders, earn respect, rise through the ranks, and make New York City your own. Play your cards right and you could even be running everything as the next, and most powerful, Don.
by Rainier on Jan. 27, 2006 @ 2:48 a.m. PST | Filed under
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SunAge is an RTS game developed by vertex4, where the player can experience 3 different races with each there arsenal of units, buildings and upgrades. The game is taking place in a futuristic setting across 2 different worlds, ranging from a lush alien planet to desolate wastelands, and industrial cities.
by Rainier on Jan. 27, 2006 @ 2:36 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Lighthouse Interactive and developer Third Wave Games today announced that their mech shooter War World: Tactical Combat, has reached gold status and will begin shipping throughout Europe on February 17th, 2006. War World is the battleground where ancient enemies must settle age old conflicts through clashes of mechanized warriors in a unique combination of all-out action and active strategy.
by Rainier on Jan. 27, 2006 @ 2:28 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Control the fate of the galaxy in LucasArts' RTS game Star Wars: Empire at War. Set a few years before the events of Episode IV: A New Hope, the game will let players rewrite history as well as experience the aftermath of Star Wars: Episode III Revenge of the Sith, the creation of the Rebel Alliance, and Darth Vader's rise to power.
by Rainier on Jan. 27, 2006 @ 2:21 a.m. PST | Filed under
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IncaGold is pleased to announce the signing of Meteor Blade for its mass-market PC brand from leading Taiwanese developer, Interserv. IncaGold has acquired the world-wide rights outside of Taiwan, China and Hong Kong.
by Rainier on Jan. 27, 2006 @ 2:19 a.m. PST | Filed under
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El Matador is a third person action game with stealth elements set in the environment of the Central and South America. It takes proven features of the genre and enhances them with the latest technology, to provide the player with an opportunity to experience the excitement of espionage first hand.