CDV has released the first update patch for Stormregion's 3D RTS Codename: Panzers. This update brings your retail game to v1.09 and repairs problems in multiplayer mode and also prevents cheating while playing online. Read more for download links ...

TriSynergy and Nevrax confirmed today that Nevrax’s graphically stunning MMORPG The Saga of Ryzom has begun shipping to retailers throughout North America, and will be in stores across the U.S. and Canada this week. The North American servers will go live later today.

Midway Games today announced that Mortal Kombat: Deception has gone gold and will to ship to stores for both the PlayStation2 and the Xbox on Monday, October 4th.

Project Three Interactive announced today that the highly anticipated fantasy RPG for PC ‘Kult: Heretic Kingdoms’ has completed development and will ship to retail stores around October 1st 2004 across Europe.

Majesco has announced a nationwide pre-sell program for BloodRayne 2, the popular action-horror sequel scheduled to ship next month. Pre-order now, and get various extra's when the game ships.

THQ today announced the release of Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War. The highly anticipated real-time strategy game for PC is based on the world of Warhammer 40,000 - the dark, futuristic, fantasy universe from Games Workshop traveled by millions worldwide.

Players now can take on their friends in a game of head-to-head football action with the launch of the new EA SPORTS branded two-player web game, All-Star Football Challenge from Electronic Arts. This free web football game brings a two-player mode and four new teams to the already popular All-Star Football series. Players can gear up for the competition at http://www.easports.com/free/home.jsp.

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.

Bandai America has launched the official website for Cavia Inc.'s third-person shooter, "Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex." Now anime and video game fans alike have their own spot in cyberspace with the latest "Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex" history, news and events, the latest screenshots and movies, including character profiles and updated game information.

Although it was only supposed to have been released on Monday, it seems GameSpot jumped the gun, went ahead and released the demo for id's FPS DOOM 3 early.The demo includes the first three levels of the game when you arrive at Mars City. Read more for download links ...

G5 Software and publisher IDDK are glad to announce the development of the helicopter arcade "Red Shark 2" - a sequel to the thrilling forerunner "Red Shark". The game is going to be a worthy successor of the first part's traditions and proceed with the idea of time correction. Read more for details and first screens.

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.

Whiptail Interactive has released a new patch for MediaMobsters' mob strategy game Gangland. This upgrade brings your retail game to v1.4 and adds a new map editor, kick command, addresses various exploits, crashes and other gameplay issues (thanks 3DGamers). Read more for details and download links ...

'Deer Hunter 2005', developed by SouthLogic Studios, sports an all new & improved engine, hunting deer will now be even more, enjoyable. Atari has released a demo Deer Hunter 2005 featuring a target (training) range, and 1 map/mission "Whitetail hunting in Illinois." Read more for download links ...

If you have been experiencing problems with the World Of Warcraft beta test, you now know why. The datacenter in Virginia, which hosts the servers, has been hit damaged by a tornado. Because water leaked into the building the servers were shut down as a precautionary measure, some hardware had taken on water, and a full inspection will take 48 hours or longer to complete. We encourage you to enjoy the rest of your weekend with other activities, as the World of Warcraft beta test will remain offline for at least that long.

Use destructive weapons and innate mental powers to take on the most feared enemy in the galaxy - Mankind! Play as Crypto, an alien warrior sent to Earth to clear the way for the Furon invasion force. Your mission is to infiltrate humanity, control them, harvest their brain stems and ultimately destroy them. You choose the method - infiltration or disintigration!

Utilizing the next generation of the Invictus engine which incorporates its new real-time physics module, Cross Racing Championship (CRC) will allow the player to experience the thrills of high-speed on and off road racing across vast open terrains.

Xpand Rally races take place in different parts of the world, the player gets to race in different environments – from deserts to polar snows. Techland has today revealed the next of Xpand Rally features – diversity of tracks. 5 different sceneries and over 60 tracks on which players will compete are one of the most important game’s aspects.

You paid your dues in Tony Hawk's Underground, now prove yourself in Tony Hawk's Underground 2. It's time to go globetrotting on a sick international road trip with Tony Hawk and Bam Margera. THUG 2 delivers a hilarious story mode, an unprecedented level of customization, and more moves than the Skate Gods could dream of. Grab your board, an arsenal of spray paint and prepare to wreak havoc around the world.

EverQuest II returns to the culturally diverse world of Norrath in the future of the original EverQuest, with the sheer size and graphical detail greater than ever seen before. Larger in scope than its predecessor, EverQuest II will allow players from every corner of the earth to explore familiar areas and new, undiscovered territories of Norrath.