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THQ Reveals 'Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War: Gold Edition'

by Rainier on Aug. 14, 2005 @ 12:59 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

A product page on the THQ UK website reveals plans for a Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War: Gold Edition, not to be confused with the previously announced Game of the Year Edition. While the GotY version contains the original and several patches, and 4 new mp maps, the Gold Edition will not only include the aforementioned but also the upcoming Winter Assault expansion pack (thanks Blues).

'The Suffering: Ties That Bind' (PS2/Xbox/PC) - 5 New Screens

by Rainier on Aug. 14, 2005 @ 3:06 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

The Suffering: Ties That Bind is an action-horror game that emphasizes the disturbing terror of its predecessor, with all-new twisted creatures and a few familiar faces. Set in the slums and prisons of Baltimore, the player once again controls Torque as he seeks revenge against the mysterious grand manipulator Caleb Blackmore, a man somehow tied to the death of Torque's family.

'Tiger Woods PGA Tour 06' (PS2/Xbox/x360) - 3 New Screens

by Rainier on Aug. 14, 2005 @ 2:57 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Tiger Woods PGA Tour 06 delivers ultra-realistic course environments, allowing gamers to experience the intensity of a championship golf tournament. With greatness comes pressure, as players are put to the test of making perfect tee shots or sinking tournament-winning putts in crunch time.

Various Game Trailers #572

by Rainier on Aug. 14, 2005 @ 2:33 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Another day, another batch of game trailers were released. Instead of giving them all their own posts, we grouped them, and so far there are trailers for :

  • Rainbow Six 4: Lockdown - Mercs vs. Operatives Trailer
  • Spartan: Total Warrior - Trailer #3


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

'True Crime: New York City' (NGC/PS2/Xbox) - 10 New Screens

by Rainier on Aug. 14, 2005 @ 2:29 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

True Crime: New York City will follow another policeman through the meticulously re-created streets of a real-life metropolitan area. However, instead of the wisecracking LAPD detective Nick Kang, gamers will now play as Marcus Reed, a former gang member turned NYPD officer. Though few details about TC:NYC have been revealed, it will presumably have a similar moral-ambiguity system where Marcus can be either a good or a (very) bad cop.

'StarCraft' & 'Brood War' - v1.13b Patch Available NOW

by Rainier on Aug. 13, 2005 @ 10:35 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

As promised, Blizzard has released a minor updated patch for good old Starcraft, and its expansion pack Brood War. The v1.13b patch fixes a bug that caused certain maps to crash. Read more for detailed fix list and download links ...

'Pilot Down: Behind Enemy Lines' - Demo Available NOW

by Rainier on Aug. 13, 2005 @ 10:27 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Breaking ranks from the current glut of WWII action titles, Pilot Down: Behind Enemy Lines is played from a refreshing third-person perspective and uses an eye-catching comic-book style that draws players into a rich and atmospheric world that is fraught with the dangers of enemy territory. Kuju has rteleased a demo allowing you to check out the first mission of their WWII based action (thanks 3DGamers). Read more for download links ...

'James Bond 007: From Russia With Love' (NGC/PS2/Xbox) - 15 Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on Aug. 13, 2005 @ 5:33 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

The new game will follow the plot of the original "From Russia with Love" film, including the battle on the Orient Express and the boat chase sequence, but will expand the story with new action sequences. The development team approached the game as a director's cut of the film, which will allow the player to utilize such cool toys as the jetpack and a Q-copter as well as the trusty Walther PPK handgun.

'War World' - v1.05 Demo Patch Available NOW

by Rainier on Aug. 13, 2005 @ 5:26 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

War World is a fast paced, third person online shooter where players build and battle the ultimate mech warriors, working their way up the War World rankings ladder, unlocking upgrades and enhancements for their mechs. This demo patch brings your demo/trial version to v1.05 and addresses severla multiplayer issues, bug fixes, overall improvements and adds PS 1.1 support. Read more for download links ..

'The Lord of the Rings: The Battle for Middle-earth II' - Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on Aug. 13, 2005 @ 4:38 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

BFME 2 takes part in the North where a battle is raging between Sauron's forces vs. elves and dwarves. It will be possible to create/customize your own hero, apart from known figures such as Arwin, and become more powerful as you progress in the game. While BFME was all land based, the sequel will also take the action on the sea, naval battles included, courtesy of an updated engine.

'WarCraft III' - Terenas Stand Bonus Map Available NOW

by Rainier on Aug. 13, 2005 @ 3:34 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Blizzard has released yet another new Warcraft III map, this time called "Terenas Stand"... Map info: ""Noble countrymen, evil is upon us. Darkness has befallen our shores. Rise and slay thy enemies… strike, strike so others shall live. The meek shall not fade into the night… live my brethren, live." – King Terenas" This is a tiny map size and the suggested no. of players is 1v1. It is based on the "Village" tileset. Go download it here!

'Rag Doll Kung Fu' Will Use Valve's Steam Delivery System

by Rainier on Aug. 13, 2005 @ 3:26 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Valve announced it has signed Rag Doll Kung Fu, a project by Lionhead Studios Mark Healey, who previously worked on Black & White and Fable, to be distributed through Steam. Imagine having a Kung Fu Fight with string puppets, except you don't have to worry about getting the strings tangled up, and you don't have to have a kung fu fight. You control the characters on screen with the mouse - there are no pre-scripted animations in the game - it's all up to you. Create your own style, and can act out whatever you feel like, and of course, if you really feel like it, you can have a fight.

'Agatha Christie: And Then There Were None' - 12 New Screens

by Rainier on Aug. 12, 2005 @ 4:37 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

While the storyline of Agatha Christie: And Then There Were None follows 10 strangers who are invited to a lavish island only to be accused of murder, players assume the role of a new 11th character, Patrick Narracott the boatman who takes guests to the island. The player must reveal the killer before becoming a victim.

'Battle Carry' - Demo Available NOW

by Rainier on Aug. 12, 2005 @ 4:31 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Battle Carry is an action oriented deathmatch game featuring high speed tanks and powerful secondary weapons. Take either of the two featured tanks on to the icy plains of the railway for a struggle against up to sixteen players to see who stands above the rest when the smoke clears (thanks 3DGamers). Read more for download links ...

Lesta Studios Looking for 'Pacific Storm' Game Testers

by Rainier on Aug. 12, 2005 @ 4:08 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Lesta Studio offers you an exciting opportunity to work as a Volunteer QA/Game Tester on its upcoming title Pacific Storm in a closed beta test. Game testing experience preferred but not necessary. Candidate must have experience playing RTS/war-game/air simulation games.

'Silver Wings' - Screens & Demo Available NOW

by Rainier on Aug. 12, 2005 @ 3:02 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Silver Wings is a 3D arcade top-down shooter developed by Romanian independent studio Bampusht. Using the original Quake engine, Silver wings is a classic arcade game in the style of Tyrian or Raptor (thanks Serban). Read more for screens, details, or simply download the demo.

'Tiger Woods PGA Tour 06' (PS2/Xbox) Courses and Players - Screens

by Rainier on Aug. 12, 2005 @ 1:59 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

In Tiger Woods PGA TOUR 06, you will attempt to settle the old debate of just who is the #1 Golfer of All Time. Play golf legends such as Jack Nicklaus, Arnold Palmer and Ben Hogan on their terms and in their specific eras (equipment, clothing and all). However, Tiger Woods is also there and is after the same goal. It's your job to find him, stop him, and ultimately supplant him as the #1 golfer of every era. Duel with Tiger in multiple matches as he becomes your nemesis, chasing and even taunting you in every tournament.

'Irth Online' Beta Test 3 Signups

by Rainier on Aug. 12, 2005 @ 1:46 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Magic Hat Software announced today that the third Beta test for its MMORPG Irth Online will begin on August 13, 2005, and run through September 9, 2005. Gamers are encouraged to apply for Beta 3 on the Irth Online website.

Various Game Trailers #571

by Rainier on Aug. 12, 2005 @ 12:49 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Another day, another batch of game trailers were released. Instead of giving them all their own posts, we grouped them, and so far there are trailers for :

  • GT Legends - Trailer #2
  • The Movies - Trailer #4
  • 187: Ride or Die - Video Interviews(2)
  • Bet on Soldier - Alaska Trailer
  • Quake 4 - QuakeCon 2005 ShakyCam #3


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

'We Love Katamari' (PS2) - 8 New Screens

by Rainier on Aug. 12, 2005 @ 12:16 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

The King of All Cosmos grew to stardom after taking all of the Prince's katamaris and replacing the stars. His fans knew no bounds and wished to see more katamaris fill the sky. The King of All Cosmos desired to appease all of their requests and recruited the Prince and his cousins to help. Now they are tasked with rolling up even more clumps, each larger and more different than the one before.