In a yet to be published interview with C&CG, Valve's designer/engineer Robin Walker reveals that it is already working on the second installment of its episodic series of Half-Life 2 expansions. This would also mean that Episode One is nearing completion, of which Walker also revealed it contains about 4-5 hours of gameplay. HL 2: Episode 1, previously known as HL 2: Aftermath is expected to be available through Steam on April 24th priced $19.99, with EA publishing a retail version shortly thereafter.

Driver: Parallel Lines offers an open, fast-paced driving action-movie experience and features an unfolding storyline of double crossing and revenge. Set in a photorealistic interpretation of New York City, players take on the role of a notorious 18 year old who, free from conscience and rules, is the most sought after driver-for-hire in town.

Battle of Europe offers fast, arcade style gameplay with a historical theme. Players will control the best combat aircraft of the era and even some "top secret" ones! This fast paced title lets players engage their enemies over some of the most beautiful landscapes in Europe.

Galactic Civilizations II takes place in the distant future, when mankind has become a space-faring civilization and must contend with other extraterrestrial powers for domination of the galaxy. Stardock announces Gal Civ 2 is now available for online purchase and in select retail stores...

Set in the deep space galaxy of Novus, RF Online sees you take your pick from three all-powerful warring factions and leading your character into the final battle for control over the entire Novus galaxy.

Kingdom of Sky is 2nd expansion for EQ II, featuring a structured Achievement system of skills and abilities, expands the arena challenges with four deadly new arena champions and two new arena zones, ten new adventure zones, 25 new enemies and troves full of new treasures. SOE announced today its latest EQ2 expansion pack is now available in stores.

After previously going gold in Europe, Got Game announced Scratches went gold and is expected in North America March 1st. 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.

Rebel Raiders: Operation Nighthawk is the ultimate futuristic aerial combat game featuring some of the most frenzied air battles ever witnessed with an intensity rarely reached in a videogame.

Race drivers will be competing in a massive variety of the world's most aggressive motor sports, complete with explosive damage effects, head-to-head online multiplayer racing and a game engine rebuilt for a greater degree of simulation. Codemasters has released a multiplayer demo allowing you to try out 3 tracks.

Koei today announced plans to bring their Dynasty Warriors series to Xbox 360 in the shape of Dynasty Warriors 5 Empires. KOEI have chosen the deeper, more strategic challenge of DW5 Empires to be the first Dynasty Warriors of the next generation.