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Wii Launch Date And Price Revealed ?

by Rainier on May 25, 2006 @ 5:56 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

This is to be taken with a grain of salt, but indications are that during a Nintendo press conference, Senior Managing Director Yoshihiro Mori announced the Wii will launch October 24th, 2006, and will cost 25,000 Yen, which is the equivalent of $225. No specifics were given as to whether this date is for Japan only, or whether it will be a global launch, but Nintendo plans to have 6 million units available between October and March 2007. Several retail sources indicated listings have Wii titles pegged for October release.

'SingStar Anthems' (PS2) Announced - Tracklist Revealed

by Rainier on May 25, 2006 @ 5:12 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Release the star within and sing-a-long to favourites from an expansive track list covering everything from old favourites such as Gloria Gaynor and Candi Staton to modern-day divas like Charlotte Church and the Scissor Sisters. And with 20 original tracks and music videos, SingStar Anthems will make you want to take the spotlight and sing them ‘til your throat hurts.

'Hitman: Blood Money' (PS2/Xbox/ X360/PC) - 6 New Screens

by Rainier on May 25, 2006 @ 5:05 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

When assassins from Agent 47's contract agency, The ICA, are systematically eliminated in a series of hits, it seems a larger, more powerful agency has entered the fray. For Agent 47 it's business as usual, until suddenly he loses contact with The ICA. Sensing that he may be the next target, he travels to America, where he prepares to make a killing.

Ritual to Offer 'Sin Episodes' Multiplayer Modes For Free

by Rainier on May 25, 2006 @ 4:55 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

A community update from SiN Episodes' lead desginer Shawn Ketcherside reveals that Ritual plans to release an SDK, Arena Mode, and Multiplayer for free to Emergence players. Plans are to release 3 episodes per storyline, wrapping up the main quest, but leaving questions unanswered for future expansions. For Episode 2 Ritual will update the game engine with the latest Source code, and based on community feedback, will adjust the story line, and give people more Blade time.

Xbox 360 Sponsored Ferrari 430GT In American Le Mans Series

by Rainier on May 25, 2006 @ 4:27 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Microsoft and Turn 10 Studios today announced the sponsorship of Risi Competizione’s Ferrari 430GT for the American Le Mans Series (ALMS). As the official racing simulator during the entire race season, the Ferrari’s paint scheme will display Forza Motorsport 2 and Xbox 360 on the hood of the car.

'Everlight' Announced - Screens

by Rainier on May 25, 2006 @ 4:09 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Everlight is a new 3D fantasy adventure game from new German publisher The Games Company. You play as Melvin, a young boy with dreams of becoming a magician or knight, but instead is picked on by his schoolmates. One day he discovers a candle that, when lit, makes all his dreams come true.

Strategy First's E3 2006 Lineup - Screens

by Rainier on May 25, 2006 @ 3:06 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Check out the following new screens from Strategy First's E3 2006 lineup:

'Rome: Total War – Alexander' Gets Release Date And Price Tag

by Rainier on May 25, 2006 @ 1:50 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

SEGA announced that its Rome: Total War Alexander expansion pack will launch in June, and will only be available for digital download at the budget price of $14.99. Rome: Total War – Alexander brings to life the meteoric rise of one of history's most brilliant generals: Alexander the Great.

SEGA informed us that the launch was delayed until later in June due to one of the territories' download site not being ready.

Battlefront.com Launches Online Delivery Service

by Rainier on May 25, 2006 @ 1:40 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Battlefront.com announced the launch of its new digital delivery platform, bringing games directly to the user’s computer via digital download! Now you can order, download and play Battlefront.com’s war and strategy games instantly, no shipping delays, or cost.

'Bang! Howdy' Public Beta Launched - Screens

by Rainier on May 24, 2006 @ 8:45 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Three Rings Design, known for Puzzle Pirates, announced the opening today of the public beta for "Bang! Howdy," a multiplayer online tactical strategy game for the PC. Players face off in the steam-powered Wild West, using casual strategy game mechanics in a variety of gameplay modes.