Atlus announced today that its highly anticipated RPG, Shin Megami Tensei: Nocturne for the PlayStation 2, has shipped to retailers nationwide.

SNK Neogeo announced today that King of Fighters: Maximum Impact for the PlayStation 2 has shipped to retail outlets throughout North America.

12 Volt is a fast-paced action-racing game designed for current console and PC platforms. The game takes place on tracks similar to real life slot car tracks, which are located in- and outside a typical american house.

Dreamcatcher has released the promised third 'Painkiller' singleplayer demo, featuring the latest version of the PAIN Engine and with it, the latest enhancements from the 1.35 update. In the popular “Military Base” level, players will enjoy effects such as heat and haze distortion, light blooms, per pixel specular mapping, new shader effects and tweaks for the latest video cards. Read more for download links ...

Simbin has released the official demo for their GTR racing sim offering 2 difficult settings, 2 driveable cars, 19 opponent AI drivers on track, and the Spa Franchorchamps racing circuit. Read more for download links...

Under the Skin allows gamers to take the reigns of a mischievous alien named Cosmi who travels the galaxy on a training mission to pull pranks and initiate panic on the planet Earth. Transform into the personas of the individuals Cosmi meets in order to complete the tasks for returning home in this unique and interesting twist on the action genre.

Interactive entertainment developer and publisher inXile entertainment today announced that The Bard’s Tale, its eagerly anticipated action-role playing game (RPG), has received formal approval for the PlayStation2 and Xbox and will ship to retail outlets the week of October 25th.

Quicksilver has updated its website with information about an upcoming new title War Dogs, a high concept genre-breaking platoon-based tactical action game, in which players control up to 30 soldiers at a time. 'War Dogs' will feature innovative AI, solo and multiplayer support, PC and console support, and more action than ever before outside of a shooter. To be continued ...

Microsoft Game Studios today announced that Forza Motorsport will race onto store shelves exclusively for Xbox in February 2005. Forza Motorsport peels out of the Xbox garage with the ability to transform more than 200 real-life production cars from over 40 of the world's top car manufacturers into speed-drenched racing machines with aftermarket parts from more than 150 partners.

Ubisoft and Universal Studios Consumer Products Group today announced plans to release an interactive game based on Universal Pictures’ upcoming motion picture adventure, King Kong. The game will be available worldwide on all platforms at the beginning of the holiday season in conjunction with the December 14, 2005 theatrical release of the movie.

Sammy Studios, Inc., a developer and publisher of interactive entertainment content, today announced that Guilty Gear Isuka has gone gold. Developed by Arc System Works exclusively for the PS2, Guilty Gear Isuka is the new sequel in the critically acclaimed series promising to raise the bar on what a 2D fighting game should offer.

Namco Hometek Inc. announced today its highly anticipated premier aerial combat game, 'Ace Combat 5: The Unsung War', has gone gold and will ship to North American retail outlets in late October.

Electronic Arts today announced that TY the Tasmanian Tiger 2: Bush Rescue has begun to ship to retail outlets via a co-publishing partnership with KROME Studios under the EA GAMES brand.

In Battlefield 2, players will choose to fight for one of three military superpowers: the United States, China, or the newly formed Middle East Coalition. Armed with the latest modern weaponry, players can take control of any of the game's 30+ vehicles to engage in major conflicts with over 100 players in some of the largest online battles on the PC.

The Incredibles tells the story of a family of undercover superheroes that are trying to live a quiet, suburban life, but are forced back into action in order to save the world. The game is expected to launch simultaneously with the film, which will hit theaters on November 5, 2004. The Incredibles videogame will bring action and adventure to the PS2, Xbox, GameCube, PC/Mac, and GBA this fall.

The Moment of Silence is a high-tech political thriller. Players step into the shoes of Peter Wright, a communications designer currently working on the Government's 'Freedom of Speech' campaign. When a SWAT team storms his neighbour's apartment, it is Peter's job to uncover the truth behind his mysterious disappearance.

The launch of the new expansion pack, 'X²: The Return' is set for Feb 2005. Enhancing and extending the gameplay of the award winning X²- The Threat, the expansion pack adds many exciting new features and involves players in a thrilling new storyline.

Sony Online Entertainment today announced that legendary British actor Christopher Lee and Hollywood star Heather Graham have been cast to lend distinct character and voice to the two main characters of EverQuest II. Mr. Lee and Ms. Graham bring their high-profile acting talents to this revolutionary project which encompasses more than 130 hours of spoken dialog, the equivalent of more than 65 feature films worth of content.

Midway announced today that Mortal Kombat: Deception has shipped more than one million units to retail stores across North America. Slashing its way to an amazing start at retail, Mortal Kombat: Deception is the fastest selling game in the history of Midway outselling Mortal Kombat: Deadly Alliance.

Electronic Arts today announced that FIFA Soccer 2005 has shipped to retailers. Developed under the EA SPORTS brand, FIFA Soccer 2005 introduces First Touch Control, allowing greater freedom of movement during gameplay. Online gamers will enjoy enhanced features on the PlayStation2 and, for the first time, Xbox Live support.