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'Savage: Battle For Newerth' - v2.00e Update Patch Available NOW

by Judy on Jan. 1, 2005 @ 2:30 p.m. PST | Filed under News

S2Games has released a new version of the latest v2.0e patch for its online multiplayer FPS/RTS Savage: Battle for Newerth patch. This full retail patch combines all previous incremental patches into one and includes authentication and server list fixes. The server browser and authentication systems have been completely rewritten. All game servers will now show up correctly (thanks 3DGamers). Read more for detailed fix list and download links ...

Worthplaying Wishes Everybody A 'Happy New Year'!

by Judy on Dec. 31, 2004 @ 4:52 p.m. PST | Filed under News

The entire Worthplaying team wishes everybody a Happy New Year! We hope everybody had a safe transition from old into new and may 2005 be even better than last year. We here at Worthplaying have tons of exciting new stuff lined up to better serve you all. Behind the scenes, we are working very hard to expand the website in various ways which will start showing in the months ahead. Until then, party on!

'Shining Tears' (PS2) - Screens

by Judy on Dec. 31, 2004 @ 12:54 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Whereas its prequels offered first-person role-playing and strategy role-playing experiences (respectively), Shining Tears is an action role-playing game, featuring real-time battles and cooperative multiplayer game options.

'The Roots' (Xbox/PC) - Screens

by Judy on Dec. 31, 2004 @ 12:38 p.m. PST | Filed under News

The Roots combines a classic RPG with dynamic gameplay and the fast paced plot characteristic of action-adventure games. The Roots has a complex, multi-threaded storyline and a vast world, which the player discovers whilst traveling with his party, fighting various monsters and living through great adventures.

'Age of Empires III: Age of Discovery' Revealed

by Judy on Dec. 31, 2004 @ 11:10 a.m. PST | Filed under News

The latest PC Gamer issue has revealed the name of Ensemble Studios latest AoE product, as well as the first details. 'Age of Empires III: Age of Discovery' is set in 1500 A.D. and chronicles the Age of Discovery that started around the time that Columbus "discovered" the new world. The single player campaign then follows American history up through 1850. One of the biggest changes is where it will no longer be necesary to drop off gathered resources at specific buildings. In multiplayer mode, you'll be able to choose from among eight different civilizations (so far only the French, Spanish, and British have been confirmed) and there will be, amongst others, free-for-all and team-vs-team matches supporting up to eight players over a LAN or the internet. Age of Empires III: Age of Discovery will have a heavily modified AI system, as well as the latest Havok physics engine (thanks PlanetAoM). We will have more info soon ...

'Iron Phoenix' (Xbox) - Screens

by Judy on Dec. 31, 2004 @ 2:12 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Iron Phoenix is the first-ever 16 player simultaneous online fighting game combining live team-oriented strategy with fast paced melee combat. Players are immersed in a fantastic world inspired by mythical China where they engage in battles full of depth, variety, teamwork and challenge. Read more to check out some new screens ...

'Resonance' (Xbox) - Screens

by Judy on Dec. 31, 2004 @ 2:10 a.m. PST | Filed under News

In Resonance, you play the role of Faye Wynter, a witch constantly hounded by the Inquisition while she slowly discovers the meaning behind her special powers. Everywhere you turn, society reeks of corruption and deceit. Who will you trust? Will you take the path set before you or does Destiny have something else planned for you?

'Scratches' - Teaser Demo Available NOW

by Judy on Dec. 30, 2004 @ 10:48 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Scratches is a gripping first-person mystery adventure game that will keep the players glued to their monitors, with its story full of breathtaking twists and surprises, until the final shocking revelation. Nucleosys has released 2 small teaser demos giving you the chance to wander around in some of the environments featured in the game (thanks 3DGamers). Read more for download links ...

'Jurassic Park' - v0.0.9.5 Multiplayer Alpha Available NOW

by Judy on Dec. 30, 2004 @ 3:33 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Jurassic Park is a mod, for Ubisoft's FPS Far Cry, based on Spielberg's Jurassic Park movies. This multiplayer alpha includes 3 game modes (FFA, TDM and Capture the Egg/CTE), new models abutted on Jurassic Park, 7 new maps, 2 new weapons, and 1 new vehicle. Read more for download links ...

'TrackMania Sunrise' - Screens

by Judy on Dec. 30, 2004 @ 12:23 p.m. PST | Filed under News

TrackMania Sunrise, the legitimate heir to the throne, is shifting up a gear. Sunrise moves faster, handles better and features improved air-control – vital for making the massive jumps – to ensure that gameplay never moves at anything less than fast. And it's all about the gameplay.

French Government Might Back Ubisoft Against EA Takeover

by Judy on Dec. 30, 2004 @ 12:18 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Ubi Soft could receive government support in its fight against the threat of a takeover by US video games giant Electronic Arts, La Tribune newspaper reported without naming its sources (thanks VE3D). Read more for details ...

'Tenchu: Fatal Shadows' (PS2) Official Website

by Judy on Dec. 30, 2004 @ 12:16 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Set in historical Japan, Tenchu: Fatal Shadows features two playable ninja warriors - returning heroine Ayame and newcomer Rin. This installment of the fan-favourite franchise offers a tight balance of melee combat and shadow stalking, and its levels are structured to avoid the frustrating trial-and-error patterns that are all too familiar in the stealth genre. Check out the official 'Tenchu: Fatal Shadows' website for flash-induced screens, trailers and game details ..

'Pacific Storm' - Screens

by Judy on Dec. 30, 2004 @ 1:06 a.m. PST | Filed under News

The furious battle of Pearl Harbor became the first in the sequence of gory sea combats. Now you can take part in all major Pacific battles of the World War II in the Pacific Storm game that is a mixture of RTS, war-game and simulator. All major and important sea battles of World War II, which took place in the Pacific Ocean, are included and you can play either for the USA or Japan. Mine the resources (money, iron and nickel ore, bauxites and oil), train various units and retaliate!

'East Front' - Screens

by Judy on Dec. 30, 2004 @ 1:01 a.m. PST | Filed under News

East Front is a high-tech 1st/ person 3d-shooter. The action takes place in the alternative universe where the fascist Germany won in the Second World War. A soldier of the German Resistance Karl Stolz turns out to be involved in the deadly play of mysterious powers and the stake is the control over the whole world. Read more for the first screens...

Various Game Trailers Available NOW

by Judy on Dec. 29, 2004 @ 9:13 p.m. PST | 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 :

  • F.E.A.R - Trailer
  • Star Wolves - Trailer #3

'Wish' Beta Signups Overwhelming Success

by Judy on Dec. 29, 2004 @ 8:40 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Because of the enormous number of Wish beta applications received (more than 60,000 at the time of this writing), developer Mutable Realms will not enable all beta accounts on January 1 at once. Instead, only enable a number of randomly chosen beta accounts every day, starting January 1. Mutable Realms requires this transition period to better configure our one-world server. By granting access to the beta test in stages, Mutable Realms will allocate resources where they are required.

'Night Watch' - Screens

by Judy on Dec. 29, 2004 @ 5:10 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Night Watch is based on material from Russian writer Lukyanenko and is situated in the not so distant future. The game will have you battle vampires, wherewolves and other creatures throughout various European cities. Nightwatch runs off Nival's highly acclaimed Silent Storm engine, no release date announced yet. Read more to check the first screens ...

Graffiti Blitz Blamed on 'GTA: San Andreas' (PS2)

by Judy on Dec. 29, 2004 @ 4:40 p.m. PST | Filed under News

The AP has a story about five middle-school boys in Greensburg, Pennsylvania who have been arrested, charged in a graffiti blitz they blame on a video game. The boys range in age from 12 to 14 and are charged with institutional vandalism, criminal conspiracy, criminal mischief and desecration of venerated objects. Police said the boys claim they were inspired by the video game Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas (thanks ve3d).

'Gran Turismo 4' (PS2) Multiplayer Work-Around

by Judy on Dec. 29, 2004 @ 12:20 p.m. PST | Filed under News

The latest version of Gran Turismo 4 further demonstrates its mission to provide the most authentic driving simulation available in the marketplace. New features will extend above and beyond just pure automotive racing, providing a unique destination for automotive and PS2 enthusiasts to enjoy car culture in every dimension. As Gran Turismo 4 has just been released in Asia, reports have come in that, although it lacks an official online mode, people have been able to play multiplayer by combining the LAN option and using XLink. It has also become clear that you can export screens to your PC by means of the USB connection and the Le Mans map is included in the game.

'Nexuiz' - Screens

by Judy on Dec. 29, 2004 @ 12:10 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Nexuiz is a 3D deathmatch game that is simply first person shooting reduced to the very basics with perfect weapon balancing. With its very intense and fast gameplay, it will hook the user in. Nexuiz uses such technology as curved surfaces with its detailed maps, bumpmapping, realtime shadows, 64 player support, and an advanced model format. Read more for some new screens ...