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'Shadow The Hedgehog' (NGC/PS2/Xbox) Official Website Launched

by Rainier on Oct. 7, 2005 @ 12:11 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Today SEGA launched the official Shadow the Hedgehog website, to prepare gamers for its November 15 launch. The website offers fans a look at the good vs evil mission system, inside information, game environments, weapons, vehicles, screens, movies, minigames, wallpapers, screensavers, but also background of Shadow's quest and the various characters he might meet along the way; from Black Doom, to the rigid G.U.N. Federation Commander, Dr. Eggman, and Sonic, Knuckles, and Rouge.

'True Crime: New York City' (NGC/PS2/Xbox) - Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on Oct. 7, 2005 @ 12:03 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

True Crime: New York City will follow another policeman through the meticulously re-created streets of a real-life metropolitan area. However, instead of the wisecracking LAPD detective Nick Kang, gamers will now play as Marcus Reed, a former gang member turned NYPD officer.

ESA Foundation Online Video Game Charity Auction to Begins Today

by Rainier on Oct. 7, 2005 @ 11:52 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

The sixth annual computer and video game industry online charity auction, benefiting children's charities and featuring highly-prized computer and video games and memorabilia, begins today and runs through October 7 to 14th on eBay, the Entertainment Software Association (ESA) announced today.

'Top Spin 2' (GBA/X360) - Screens

by Rainier on Oct. 7, 2005 @ 11:49 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Experience the pro tour in venues that are alive and dynamic with environmental elements that react to your play. Characters are even more stunning with the addition of HD technology and the inclusion of the top players in the world like Maria Sharapova, Venus Williams, Andy Roddick, Lleyton Hewitt and Roger Federer. Put it all online and you once again have the greatest tennis game ever created.

'Ridge Racer 6' (X360) - Screens

by Rainier on Oct. 7, 2005 @ 9:55 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Ridge Racer 6 on Xbox 360 comes packed with more than 130 cars and 30 circuits, the most courses in any of the series so far! For the first time ever, it will also feature online compatibility with Xbox Live offering endless hours of drifting excitement.

'Serious Sam II' - Demo Patch Available NOW

by Rainier on Oct. 7, 2005 @ 9:43 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

2K Games has released a new patch for Croteam's Serious Sam II multiplayer demo which improves mouse control, server sorting, game server connecting issues, and various other adjustments. Read more for download links ..

'Championship Manager' (PSP) - Screens

by Rainier on Oct. 7, 2005 @ 9:20 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Championship Manager, developed by Gusto Games, is a fully portable version of the best known football management simulation, and also boasts a wealth of new features. Dealing with everything from transfers to training, tactics to tabloids, Championship Manager is the closest you’ll get to real-life football.

Oxygen Interactive Expands Manager Team

by Rainier on Oct. 7, 2005 @ 9:14 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Oxygen Interactive are pleased to announce the expansion of their Northamptonshire based office with the appointment of former Codemasters' Dan Gower and ex-EA's David Bancroft.

'King Kong' (PS2/Xbox/PC) - Demo Available NOW

by Rainier on Oct. 7, 2005 @ 8:34 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Delve deeper into the film experience through alternative viewpoints designed to immerse the player into the action and truly "feel" the tension of the adventure. Ubisoft has released a singleplayer demo allowing you to try out two missions from the game.

'Tales of the Abyss' (PS2) - 18 New Screens

by Rainier on Oct. 7, 2005 @ 4:52 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Namco is still pluggin away at Tales of Legendia, and the next installment in the Tales of RPG series has already been revealed. Luke is the lone son of a noble family who lost his memories when he was a kid during an invasion by an enemy country. He grew up spoiled and naive and has learned how to use a sword as a hobby. Tia lost her parents and has been raised as a warrior and priestess of the Lorelai religion, and uses a mysterious form of ancient power called Seventh Sound.