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'SÖLDNER: Secret Wars' - Screens

by Rainier on April 17, 2003 @ 1:48 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

In "SÖLDNER - Secret Wars" the player takes command of one such special unit. As squad leader, the player's mission is to work with other players to control this highly mechanised elite mercenary company - consisting of soldiers, helicopters, light tanks and vertical take-off planes - and carry out a very wide gamut of missions. To make thing even more interesting, these units are stationed on a mobile carrier disguised as a freighter. Check these 5 new screens...

'Empire of Magic' Goes Gold

by Rainier on April 17, 2003 @ 12:25 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Summitsoft announced today that the long awaited and highly anticipated epic, Empire of Magic, has completed development and will ship to retail stores before the end of April. Rated Teen by the Entertainment Software Ratings Board, the game contains an amazing 50-120 hour single player campaign loaded with extensive side quests and extra tasks that will keep gameplay fresh and, more importantly, an incredible artificial intelligence system that promises an engaging and ever-changing gaming experience.

Acclaim's E3 LineUp

by Rainier on April 17, 2003 @ 11:54 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Gearing up for the interactive entertainment industry's largest annual event, the Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3), Acclaim Entertainment, Inc. today unveiled its diverse product lineup that will be on display at the Los Angeles Convention Center May 14-16. Spanning all of the next-generation gaming platforms and such popular genres as action, sports and racing, Acclaim is planning on featuring more than eight new brands, as well as making additional product announcements throughout the trade show.

UbiSoft's E3 Lineup

by Rainier on April 17, 2003 @ 10:45 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Ubi Soft Entertainment today announced that its 2003 Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3) lineup will feature an outstanding selection of diverse titles for all platforms. Beyond Good & Evil, FarCry, RavenShield, Prince Of Persia, XIII and Uru: Ages Beyond MYST. Read more for details ...

'KnightShift' - Screens

by Rainier on April 17, 2003 @ 10:05 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

A unique graphic engine has been created for the game. The engine is aimed to make use of the latest achievements in 3D technology. All objects are constructed in spline technology. This means the description of an object is based on mathematical curves, not on a fixed grid. It allows the creation of rounded objects and avoids angularity, so typical for 3D games. All character animations are created based on a skeletal animation system, with character skin stretched onto the skeleton. It enables the creation of smooth animation while keeping the effect of a living object. As for textures, we make use of bump mapping and per pixel specular light mapping technologies. They allow the effect of wood roughness and reflections on metal.

'American Conquest: Fight Back' - Screens

by Rainier on April 17, 2003 @ 9:32 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Three centuries of war continue - with even more frantic combat and more desperate power struggles raging across the American continent. The Spanish sound the attack on Yucatan amidst fierce Maya and Aztec resistance. The Germans put all their efforts into finding the legendary Eldorado. The Pontiac Uprising ends in a terrifying bloodbath between the Indians and the British. And the Russians will do anything to conquer Alaska at the cost of the Haida. There is a fantastic bonus for shrewd strategists: the great new "battlefield" mode in single-player and multiplayer modes! Tactical skill alone will determine victory or defeat in single-player and multiplayer games. So, plunge into battle & check out the screens!

'Kreed' - Beta Test Signup Available NOW

by Rainier on April 17, 2003 @ 9:17 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Kreed is a dynamic FPS with its action taking place at the graveyard of spaceships, in a mysteries area of cosmic Universe. Its hero, who is an elite warrior from a semi-religious organisation, will overcome lots of danger on his way, meet representatives of unknown to the mankind races and civilisations. Original weaponry and items of equipment, dynamic battles, lots of special effects allows a player find himself in the very centre of events, and the variety of level interior brings the colours of the fantastic world of the 3d century. Burut is now accepting applications for the Kreed beta test. People interested in testing this upcoming FPS can fill this registration form. Apply within the next two weeks, and the names of the people selected will be announced on May 1.

'World War II: Frontline Command' - Demo Available NOW

by Rainier on April 17, 2003 @ 8:49 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

World War II: Frontline Command is set to capture the heroism of World War II's most significant battles. As Commander of the Allied Forces, the game will see players attempting to drive the Axis forces deep back inside their own territory. With a full range of authentic troops and equipment at their disposal, players become a master of the battlefield to ensure final victory (thanks EuroGamer). The demo features one mission set in the Netherlands where you command a US Army force to capture a village and a munitions factory held by the Germans. Read more for download links ...

Various Game Trailers Available NOW

by Rainier on April 17, 2003 @ 1:20 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Another day, another batch of game trailers were released. Instead of giving them all their own post, we grouped them and so far there are trailers for :

  • Sacred (Ascaron)
  • SX Superstar (Acclaim)
  • Broken Sword 3 (THQ)


  • Read more for download links ...

Daily Dose Of Boring Q&As

by Rainier on April 17, 2003 @ 1:05 a.m. PDT | Filed under News