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'Ninja Gaiden Black' (Xbox) Sneaks Into Stores

by Rainier on Sept. 21, 2005 @ 3:45 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Tecmo proudly announced that its next action-packed installment in the Xbox exclusive Ninja Gaiden series, Ninja Gaiden Black has shipped. Ninja Gaiden BLACK boasts a plethora of new action-packed adventures in the new mission mode where Ninja Gaiden fans face their biggest challenges yet as they go up against the toughest enemies and biggest bosses for the ultimate ninja showdown.

'The Chronicles of Narnia' (ALL) - 12 New Screens

by Rainier on Sept. 21, 2005 @ 3:16 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

In the game, players enter the world of Narnia, a land frozen in a 100 year winter by the evil powers of the malevolent White Witch. In order to end this frigid captivity and free his people, the mighty lion Aslan invokes an ancient prophecy. It will become the destiny of four siblings from our world: Peter, Susan, Edmund and Lucy Pevensie to work together and use their unique combat skills, weaponry and abilities to defeat the Witch and her armies to save Narnia.

'Pro Evolution Soccer 5' (PSP/PS2/Xbox/PC) Gets European Release Date

by Rainier on Sept. 21, 2005 @ 3:02 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Pro Evolution Soccer 5 furthers the realism, on and off-the-ball movement intuitive control, a host of new gameplay features and aesthetic touches as Konami continues their quest to deliver the most realistic football title. While the release date was previously set for an ambiguous Q4 2005, today Konami announced specific dates. The Xbox and PS2 versions are scheduled for October 20, PC follows on October 27, while the PSP edition is expected in November. No specific dates for North America have been announced yet.

'Black & White 2' - London Launch Event

by Rainier on Sept. 21, 2005 @ 2:56 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Black & White 2 fans will get the chance to try Black & White 2 before they buy it at the Virgin Megastore 14-16 Oxford Street, London W1 on Friday 7th October. As there will be four demo machines which will be available for playing Black & White 2 from the stores opening at 10.00AM. There will also be regular live demos thoughout the day from 1.00PM with Lionhead game designer Ron Millar and from 5.00PM until 8.00PM he will be joined by Peter Molyneux, excellent opportunity to get your game signed.

'Call of Juarez' - 3 New Screens

by Rainier on Sept. 21, 2005 @ 2:30 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Call of Juarez is situated in 19th-century Wild West America and requires a combination of both intelligent stealth and pure shooting. Fast-paced revolver duels using historically accurate firearms, horseback riding, and memorable locations combine with top-notch graphics and an enthralling soundtrack to immerse both casual and hardcore players.

'Amped 3' (X360) - 2 New Screens

by Rainier on Sept. 21, 2005 @ 2:27 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Snowboarding is more than a sport, it's a lifestyle. Amped 3 features the most authentic snowboarding gameplay with perfected controls and the elements of a true extreme sports sandbox. Throw down stylish tricks, white-knuckle sled rides, and experience death-defying crashes as you earn your world ranking online. Tweak your tricks, gear, runs, music, and special effects while saving your crew in this twisted story that defines Amped 3.

'Heroes of Might and Magic V' Dungeon Faction - Details & Screens

by Rainier on Sept. 21, 2005 @ 12:44 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Heroes of Might & Magic V will benefit from the features and characteristics that established the success of the initial saga while offering a wealth of innovations such as a highly immersive scenario, a variety of appealing factions, modern 3D graphics, a revolutionary tactical combat system, and a story-based campaign mode. Read more for details on the Dungeon faction.

'Need for Speed Most Wanted' (ALL) - 4 New Screens

by Rainier on Sept. 21, 2005 @ 12:12 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Need for Speed Most Wanted delivers a unique, fast-paced and gripping ride in the racing genre as players build up their Rap Sheet and street cred to move their way up the Black List to become the most wanted racer on the streets.

'WarCraft 3: RoC' & 'TFT' - v1.19b Update Patches Available NOW

by Rainier on Sept. 21, 2005 @ 11:53 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Blizzard has released new update patches for Warcraft III: Reign of Chaos as well as The Frozen Throne. This upgrade brings your retail game to v1.19b and fixes a crash that could happen in multiplayer games. Read more for download links ...

'Hammer & Sickle' - 4 New Screens

by Rainier on Sept. 21, 2005 @ 11:18 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

A unique mix of turn-based and role-play, Hammer & Sickle is a brand-new gaming experience. The dizzying array of tactical solutions for each situation is greatly deepened by the fully destructible environments - while an open mission structure and the non-linear story put you in complete control of the game world.