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2006 Golden Joystick Nominees Announced

by Rainier on Aug. 2, 2006 @ 5:34 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Today the panel for the 2006 Golden Joystick Awards unveiled the shortlist for the 24th annual Golden Joystick Awards. Strong representation for the Nintendo DS, while Take 2's TES 4: Oblivion takes top spot with 5 nominations...

'Faces of War' - 2 New Screens

by Rainier on Aug. 2, 2006 @ 5:19 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

In each mission of Faces of War, players will be leading a squad of 6 soldiers in a full 3D environment. Through the decisive European battles of World War II, they will be in command of Allied, Soviet and German troops. With innovative new in-game features, two battles will never be fought the same way.

Blizzard Expanding Its RTS Development Team

by Rainier on Aug. 2, 2006 @ 5:13 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Blizzard seems to have more in store for us than just World of WarCraft these days, as its job listings page is now looking for a level designer with "experience building levels using any popular 3D Real-Time Strategy game toolset." As to be expected speculations are all over the place with the favorites being StarCraft II or Warcraft IV, but Vivendi and Blizzard representatives declined to give any further details beyond the fact they have various projects in development, which will be announced at a later time ..

'Red Orchestra: Ostfront 41-45' Free Trial Underway

by Rainier on Aug. 2, 2006 @ 3:31 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

The free full-game trial for Red Orchestra: Ostfront 41-45 is now underway. The free trial period features the full RO:Ostfront game including the recently released Free Booster Pack which includes a new mission (Lyes Krovy), smoke grenades for commanders, and many other gameplay enhancements. The free trial lasts from now until August 7th, so if you haven’t got the game already head on over to the Info Page to get RO now.

'Dirge of Cerberus: Final Fantasy VII' (PS2) - 3 New Screens

by Rainier on Aug. 2, 2006 @ 2:41 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Taking place three years after the original PS1 title, gamers follow Vincent Valentine's journey as he uncovers shocking truths never revealed in Midgar. Vincent is connected to recent attacks, and he may be the only one who can save this shattered world. When the world is engulfed in darkness, his gun will toll a dreadful dirge.

'Perimeter: Emperor's Testament' Gets Release Date - 10 New Screens

by Rainier on Aug. 2, 2006 @ 2:36 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Perimeter: Emperor's Testament, expansion pack to last year’s award-winning RTS, will feature all new & updated graphics, tons of new units and structures, a new soundtrack, and a total of 25 new missions.

'Birth of America' - v1.09 Patch Available NOW

by Rainier on Aug. 2, 2006 @ 1:14 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

In Birth of America you control one of the major contenders in French & Indian Wars, and the War of the American Independence, trying to achieve military and political victory. This v1.09 patch addresses AI issues, interface changes, scenario and gameplay tweaks.

EA Extends Exclusive PGA Tour License Agreement

by Rainier on Aug. 2, 2006 @ 12:28 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Not only has EA locked down Tiger Woods, but announced today that it has also extended its PGA TOUR exclusivity with another six years, through 2012.

'Parabellum' (X360/PC) - 3 New Screens

by Rainier on Aug. 2, 2006 @ 11:49 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Acony has licensed the Unreal Engine 3 for its upcoming project, Parabellum, a multiplayer FPS for Xbox 360 and PC, based in the near future and revolves around a terrorist threat in New York City.

'NBA 2K7' (ALL) - 3 New Screens

by Rainier on Aug. 2, 2006 @ 11:45 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Last year's Shot Stick returns with more responsive controls and new mechanics to master. NBA 2K7 combines incredible graphics, including new sweat technology details and animating hair, with a revamped post game, and hundreds of new shooting, passing, and dribbling animations.