Universal has secured the movie rights to Sony Computer Entertainment's God of War. Mosaic Media Group's Charles Roven and Alex Gartner will produce the feature adaptation.

NHL 2K6 continues its legacy with more control, more emotion and more detail than ever before. Puck fans take command of tape-to-tape passing, behind-the-net plays and precision give-and-go attacks. Players dominate the ice with NHL caliber goaltending, skating, checking and puck handling with the deeply enhanced animation system. Featuring all-new presentation elements, commentary and cut-scenes, NHL 2K6 is the ultimate hockey experience.

Matrix Games announced today that it has acquired the rights to the VASSAL Engine from Vassal Engineering and intends to improve and support it as a new platform for game publishing.

A bit earlier than expected Atari Europe has released a multi-language demo for Quantic Dreams action/adventure game Indigo Prophecy allowing you to check out the opening part of the game. A free-flowing game during which players can assume the role of multiple characters and experience the game from multiple viewpoints, Indigo Prophecy allows players' actions to affect the plot by offering a scenario driven interactive experience.

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 :

• Project Gotham Racing 3 [X360] - Trailer #2
• Mojo Master - Trailer
• Ghost Recon 2: Summit Strike [Xbox] - Badlands Trailer
• Makai Kingdom - Facilities Trailer
• Rainbow Six: Lockdown - Trailer #5
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  We will update this throughout the day when new trailers become available. Read more for download links ...

Ninety-Nine Nights is a fantasy action game that mixes action game with strategy elements. You control a massive army that is challenged by hordes of enemies, in a multi-angle scenario, where you can assume the role of various characters and see the gameworld from totally different pints of view.

Buena Vista Games announced today that Disney’s Kim Possible 3: Team Possible and Disney’s That’s So Raven 2: Supernatural Style are now available at retail outlets nationwide. Exclusively for the GBA, Kim Possible 3 and That’s So Raven 2 take players on interactive adventures with their favorite stars of hit Disney Channel television shows.

Majesco today announced a worldwide licensing agreement with DreamWorks SKG to publish GBA Video versions of the studio’s successful animated movies, Shrek, Shrek 2, Shark Tale.

Dead Rising is survival horror game, in which you play Frank West, a grizzled freelance photographer who has made his way to an idyllic suburban town to get his hands on the scoop. To his surprise, he soon discovers that the town has been overrun with zombies. As he fights tooth and nail against hordes of gruesome zombies, Frank must discover the cause of the disturbing outbreak. Full of mystery and thrills, this title is sure to please.

From Software's [eM] -eNCHANT arM- is a sci-fi role-playing game for the X360. While there are no details available yet, we do have the first screens, as well as a cam trailer from the Xbox Summit 2005 in Japan, showing off some ingame footage.

This forum post reveals plans for a Serious Sam 2 demo, said to be released a month before the game is scheduled to ship to stores. Certain outlets have SS 2 listed for October 10th, so that could mean that the demo could arrive ted as early as September. And Xbox demo is also scheduled, but won't arrive until later. If you pre-order now through EBGames or GameStop, you will get an original, LIMITED EDITION piece of artwork, signed, numbered and illustrated by famed comic book artist Greg Horn (thanks Blues).

The Lord of the Rings Tactics will put players in the universe of Middle Earth from the books and films and allow them to lead the Fellowship or take control of the forces of Shadow. The tactical RPG game features a rich system of items, upgrades and skills for the player to customize their heroes.

Konami announced today that people who want to get their hands on a Death Jr. Limited Edition should pre-order through Gamestop of EBGames right now. Included will be an exclusive foil package that features different artwork than the regular version of the game, two Death Jr branded UMD cases, a bonus CD that contains the Death Jr soundtrack (in MP3 format) and a limited edition Death Jr. comic produced by Backbone Entertainment - both easily transferable to your PSP via your computer with a link cable. Death Jr. will be hitting store shelves in August. Supplies are limited so reserve your copy today!

Frame City Killer is a next-generation action game for the Xbox 360. Featuring astoundingly detailed graphics powered by the Unreal Engine 3 and immersive, non-linear gameplay, Frame City Killer is set to deliver an intense gaming experience this holiday season in North America and Europe.

Dance Dance Revolution Extreme has been nominated for an award in the "Best Video Game Soundtrack" category for the MTV Video Music Awards (occurring on August 28th). It is exciting to see this category be a part of a world-renowned entertainment awards show like the MTV VMAs and Konami is honored to receive this nomination alongside other top video games. Head on over to the MTV.com website to see the full details on the "Best Video Game Soundtrack" award and nominees.

Konami Digital Entertainment, Inc. has entered a multi-year license agreement with Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment to develop and publish games based on the Warner Bros. Animation hit kids' television series Xiaolin Showdown for multiple video game systems.

Developed for the PC and Mac by UK developer Sports Interactive, creators of the highly popular Championship Manager series, Worldwide Soccer Manager 2006 represents the next evolution in fantasy sports by enabling gamers to control all team-related activities for their favorite pro or semi-pro franchise in the U.S. as well as 50 other countries across the world.

SOCOM 3, developed by Zipper Interactive, captures the reality of modern day warfare, and features three Areas of Operation: Southern Asia, Northern Africa and Eastern Europe and is packed with over 10 missions, over 30 new weapons, larger maps, improved AI, allow you to drive/operate vehicles and you can now also go for a swim.

International Cricket Captain Ashes Year 2005 will give both cricket enthusiasts and management gaming fans their own taste of cricketing glory as they lead their teams on the long path to victory. Xplosiv has released a demo allowing you to try out a one day game. Read more for details, screens and download links ...

Dead or Alive 4 will redefine 3-D high definition graphics and sound, creating the most visually beautiful and realistic looking video game to date. Unsurpassed online capabilities via Xbox Live, new incredible interactive stages, an all star line-up of old and new favorite characters, and the most complex DOA countering system yet, all add up to the must-have video game to own along with Xbox 360 this holiday season.