When CDV released Panzers: Phase 2, it wasn't a sequel so much as a continuation of the original game. The franchise has since moved over to 10Tacle, and developer Stormregion is working on a legit successor, Panzers 2. It will be set immediately after WWII, with an alternate timeline where Russia wasn't intimidated by the American atom bomb and continued the war undeterred. Although fictitious, the settings and units are realistic, and the brand-new engine is impressive. With a scheduled late 2007 release date, it is sure to be further optimized and improved.

Codemasters announced the Archlord sever name competition where contestants can enter now to name all five ArchLord servers for launch day. Not only will the winners' names grace the game servers, MMOART.com is also throwing in a fabulous custom painted ArchLord PC case.

With the announcements of FIFA 07 and Pro Evolution Soccer 6 at the Leipzig Games Convention as next-generation exclusives, the Xbox 360 has become the only place football fans can enjoy next-generation versions of these titles for the coming 12 months.

Caesar IV takes the city-building genre into the 21st century, with new gameplay and features, and a cutting edge 3D graphics engine developed specifically for the title.

Another day, another batch of game trailers was released. Instead of giving them all their own posts, we grouped them, and so far there are trailers for:

• SpyHunter: Nowhere to Run [PS2/Xbox] - Trailer #4
• Team Fortress 2 - Character Classes Trailer
• Age of Empires III: The WarChiefs - GC 2006 Trailer
• Stranglehold [PS3/X360/PC] - Trailer #4
• Heroes of Annihilated Empires - GC 06 Trailer
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Valve's SteamPowered website has been updated with details on the promised Counter-Strike: Source update, adding a radar overhaul, HDR treatment for de_train, as well as some bug fixes, layout and SourceTV tweaks, as well as assorted exploit fixes. Just restart Steam for the effects to take place.

Adds layers of strategy to your gaming experience by building mobile bases, wielding the power of terrifying Ion Storms on the battlefield, or customising your armies by combining units. Battle it out online with native voice-over IP, integrated clan support, and new spectator modes that let you play RTS games like a sport.

EA announced today that Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Chad Johnson will appear on the cover of NFL Street 3, the newest iteration of the EA football franchise that allows gamers to break out of the constraints of traditional gridiron football and take it to the streets and change the game.

Operation Flashpoint creators Bohemia Interactive Studio will reacquaint gamers with the ultimate in realistic, combat gaming. Armed Assault features a new engine with a fresh modern setting. Freedom of action and immersive complex environments, blended with a unique touch of total simulation.