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'Colin McRae Rally 04' (PS2/Xbox) - Screens

by Rainier on July 3, 2003 @ 8:57 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

It's the rally game reinvented by the people who invented the rally game, and you're getting it sooner than you think: Colin McRae Rally 04 will launch late September for PlayStation 2 and Xbox. For Codemasters' 50-strong development team that has been working on the game since last summer, Colin McRae Rally 04 is set to be the total rally video gaming experience with eight game modes, an advanced visual engine and an all-new style. The September launch is not the only surprise Codemasters has lined up. The engine that drives the series' sublime car handling has been enhanced to a new level of detail. A batch of new screens just rolled in ...

'K-1 World Grand Prix' (PS2) - Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on July 3, 2003 @ 1:09 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

A growing combat sport that has taken Japan by storm, K-1 brings together the toughest practitioners of karate, kickboxing, Tae Kwon Do and Kung Fu to create the world's most challenging fighting competition. And now, players can step in to the virtual ring and feel the sweat on their brow in Konami's new videogame, K-1 World Grand Prix - the most realistic recreation of the sport ever. Read more to check a batch of new screens, or download an action-packed trailer with in-game footage ...

Daily Dose Of Boring Q&As

by Rainier on July 3, 2003 @ 12:12 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

'Black & White 2' - Screens

by Rainier on July 2, 2003 @ 11:54 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Black & White 2 includes other new elements, such as improved graphics and Miracle effects such as rivers of fire and earthquakes that yield mass destruction. The game also includes weather systems that impact gameplay; players will see the impact of a drought that scorches the arid plains of Egypt or the effect of a heavy snowfall on the Norse Mountains. Players can also tap new resources and disciples by creating ties with the Japanese or dueling the Aztecs. Players will also have the ability to construct new buildings including armories and a harbor, and explore new islands each with their own culture and climate.

'Full Spectrum Warrior' (PC/Xbox) - Complete E3 Trailer

by Rainier on July 2, 2003 @ 7:54 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Full Spectrum Warrior is based on a light infantry-training simulator designed by Pandemic Studios for the U.S. Army as a tool to reinforce Army doctrine and squad tactics amongst troops. Full Spectrum Warrior is a squad-based, tactical-action game that delivers the experience of squad level command in the heat of battle. This is the full E3 demo, all 14+ minutes of it so it's HUGE!

'Postal 2' Shares Its Love In New Hip-Hop Video

by Rainier on July 2, 2003 @ 3:27 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

“Shock and awe” videogame developer Running With Scissors is proud to announce that game footage from their medley of malice POSTAL 2, is in the new Black Eyed Peas hip-hop video, “Where’s the Love.” The socially wrenching, thought-provoking video from the Canadian group also features Justin Timberlake (who co-wrote the track) of ’NSYNC fame. The video, from the Peas’ latest album, Elephunk, was released on June 24 to rave reviews.

'Train Collection' Steams Into Stores

by Rainier on July 2, 2003 @ 3:15 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Strategy First Inc. announced today that the Train Collection has shipped to stores nationwide. “The Train Collection gives train buffs the best of all worlds,” explains Steve Milburn, Director of Marketing for Strategy First Inc. “You have a real-time strategy game, a railroad simulator and an add-on all in one box. It is the perfect package for a train enthusiast.”

'XGRA: Extreme G Racing Association' (Xbox) - Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on July 2, 2003 @ 3:02 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

After the F1 Nurburgring disaster of 2025, the Extreme Gravity Racing Association, or XGRA, was set up as a regulatory governing body for all heavy gravity race events. The XGRA is the future sports equivalent of NASCAR or the FIA (Federation Internationale de l’Automobile) – They are the rule makers, organizers and ultimately, the overlords of the racing world. Check these new screens & action-packed trailer!!

'Hearts of Iron' - Update Patch Available NOW

by Rainier on July 2, 2003 @ 1:35 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Strategy First & Paradox Plaza have released yet another patch for their WWII-based strategy war title Hearts of Iron, bringing your retail copy to v1.05. Even more gameplay tweaks, AI fixes and general improvements to the game! Read more for detailed fix list and download links for all localized versions ...

'Call Of Duty' - Screens

by Rainier on July 2, 2003 @ 10:56 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Players assume the role of different characters from multiple sides of the Allied forces and experience the bonding and brutality of war as they fight alongside their squad mates through a variety of missions, including battlefield assaults, search and rescue, stealth, sabotage, vehicle chases and tank battles. Heeding the call of duty, gamers step into the boots of a U.S. paratrooper, a British commando and a Russian infantryman as they take on the Nazi War machine through pivotal World War II battles and authentic military campaigns. Read more for some new screens.

'Savage: The Battle For Newerth' - Official Launch Date

by Rainier on July 2, 2003 @ 10:36 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

S2 Games and iGames Publishing today announced an official release date of August 25, 2003 for the highly anticipated PC game Savage: The Battle for Newerth. The game received unanimous praise from attendees at the 2003 Electronic Entertainment Expo for its innovative gameplay and seamless melding of first-person action with real-time-strategy. Savage is currently in the second phase of beta testing and is expected to move to an open beta towards the end of July.

'Outlaw Volleyball' (Xbox) - Music Video Available NOW

by Rainier on July 2, 2003 @ 10:30 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Hollywood Records and Simon & Schuster Interactive announced today the Companies have teamed to produce the first music video for the rock band Diffuser. The video for "Get It On" stars Xbox videogame characters 'Summer' and 'Ice Trey' who are known for their antics in "Outlaw Golf" and "Outlaw Volleyball." Directed by music video veteran Benno Nelson, "Get It On" will feature live action and in-game scenes of Summer and Ice Trey on the beach in Santa Monica. Read more for download links ...

'Soccer Manager Pro' Website Launched - Screens

by Rainier on July 2, 2003 @ 9:46 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Lead your team to the championship. Surprise your opponents with a range of tactics, optimize training programs and negotiate with your advertising partners down to the very last euro.

'Asterix & Obelix XXL' (PS2) Announced

by Rainier on July 2, 2003 @ 9:32 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Atari Europe sent out an announcement to inform us that Asterix & Obelix are returning in style on next-generation consoles, with an XXL game in which they battle up to 70 Romans at a time.

'Republic: The Revolution' - Screens

by Rainier on July 2, 2003 @ 9:28 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Following the fall of the mighty Soviet Union, the Republic of Novistrana verges on collapse, and numerous factions struggle for power. Starting with nothing more than a small base of local support, challenge the state and build a nationwide faction powerful enough to oust the President and enforce a new Republic…by any means necessary. Check the new screens ...

'IGI2: Cover Strike' - New Multiplayer Map & Editor

by Rainier on July 2, 2003 @ 9:16 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Codemasters has released yet another multiplayer map for its stealth-based FPS, IGI 2: Covert Strike. The new 'Winterland' map is the first IGI2 snow-based multiplayer mission with Conspiracy as attackers inevitable trying to launce 2 missiles from 2 mobile launchers. It is IGI's job to defend the mountain top base from the hoardes of evil. This map requires you to have v1.2 in order to play this map. There is also a fix for the dedicated Linux server or an updated servers pack. Read more for download links ..

'Metal Arms: Glitch In The System' (Xbox/PS2/NGC) - Screens

by Rainier on July 2, 2003 @ 12:01 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

You are Glitch, the gun-slinging, half-ton menacing bot of Droid City who blasts his way to victory. Found as scrap metal, but transformed into destructive machinery, Glitch is determined to free his people from the evil clutches of General Corrosive and his maniacal army of Mil bots. Unleash a world of pain as you annihilate the General's sinister plan to dominate the world, and salvage the robot race. Check the new screens ...

'Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Chaos Bleeds' (Xbox/PS2/NGC) - Screens

by Rainier on July 1, 2003 @ 11:55 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Chaos Bleeds brings all the excitement surrounding Sunnydale’s “Hellmouth” straight into your home. With involvement from the television show’s creators, sanctioned writers, and cast, this game delivers a truly authentic epic experience. The original story begins when Buffy Summers discovers that an enemy from the past, Ethan Rayne, is at the center of a great struggle with The First, literally the first incarnation of evil the world has ever known. Buffy and the gang must face an undead army of vampires, zombies, and demons to keep these nefarious villains from casting the world into permanent darkness. Check the new screens ...

'Judge Dredd vs. Judge Death' - Screens

by Rainier on July 1, 2003 @ 11:44 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Judge Dredd vs. Judge Death is based on the legendary comic strip Judge Dredd, published in 2000AD every week since 1977. It will be a first-person shooter seen through the eyes of Judge Dredd as he patrols the mean streets of the stunningly realised future metropolis, Mega-City One. Dredd will find himself having to deal with the full spectrum of criminal behaviour, from littering and caffeine abuse to saving the city from the utterly evil Judge Death. The game will also have extensive multiplayer modes, enabling ferocious splitscreen or online play and will use Rebellion's versatile new Asura engine. Read more to check out some new screens ...

Daily Dose Of Boring Q&As

by Rainier on July 1, 2003 @ 11:34 p.m. PDT | Filed under News