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Aaron Hall's Dungeon Odyssey Demo Available NOW

by Rainier on Aug. 12, 2002 @ 6:25 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Shrapnel Games announced the release of Aaron Hall's Dungeon Odyssey Demo today. Aaron Hall's Dungeon Odyssey is an RPG where you will adventure to far off lands and encounter a multitude of different creatures.

No One Lives Forever 2 - New Screens

by Rainier on Aug. 10, 2002 @ 7:43 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Today we have some new NOLF2 schtuff fer ya! First, we have the latest gadget release: It's Cate's improved, fully-functional, lipstick camera. Monolith didn't skip a beat, all of NOLF2's new equipment and weapons are done with excellent detail. And hmm.. who is that interesting looking character in Cate's view? Also included is another example of the fantastic AI in NOLF2. Folks can expect to be amazed! And for the cherry on top, we have a new shot of Cate's grenade blowing up some H.A.R.M. folk in Siberia. Njoy!

Far Cry - New Screens

by Rainier on Aug. 10, 2002 @ 7:34 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

In Far Cry, the player finds himself abducted and taken to a group of beautiful islands in Polynesia where he finds sun, sea, sand and... sub-machineguns! Our unlikely hero soon finds himself fighting for survival against highly trained and heavily armed opponents, whilst becoming ever more embroiled in a deeper conspiracy.

Radon Announces 'Schwarzenberg'

by Rainier on Aug. 10, 2002 @ 5:09 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Radon Labs, developers of the upcoming action/adventure game Project Nomads, announced its latest project for Xbox and PC platforms, Schwarzenberg.

'The Rage' Update Patch Available NOW

by Rainier on Aug. 10, 2002 @ 5:02 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Fluid Games has released a small patch for its 2D/3D fighting game, The Rage. The small patch fixes a couple of small bugs and includes all previous patches. Check our previously posted review on The Rage, here. Read more for links where to grab this puppy.

The First In-Game Footage Of 'NBA Starting Five'

by Rainier on Aug. 10, 2002 @ 4:42 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Get off the bench and get inside the ultimate NBA experience this holiday season as Konami unleashes NBA Starting Five on to the PS2 and Xbox. Endorsed by NBA all-star Tracy McGrady of the Orlando Magic, NBA Starting Five allows players to experience the complete NBA experience with dazzling graphics, intelligent AI and engaging gameplay modes.

Activision’s XXX Thunders Onto Retail Shelves

by Rainier on Aug. 9, 2002 @ 8:23 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Gamers can now enter the world of one of the summer’s biggest action thrillers with Activision, Inc.’s XXX for the Nintendo Game Boy Advance. The game is based on Revolution Studio’s “XXX”, which stars Vin Diesel and opens nationwide on August 9. XXX lets players assume the role of underground thrillseeker turned spy Xander Cage in a series of death-defying motorcycle and arcade-action challenges. XXX is currently available nationwide for a suggested retail price of $35.99 and is rated “E” (Everyone – violence) by the ESRB.

'The Document Of Metal Gear Solid 2' Available SOON

by Rainier on Aug. 9, 2002 @ 8:12 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Konami of America, Inc. confirmed today that The Document of Metal Gear Solid2, an interactive documentary that chronicles the development of the mega-hit Metal Gear Solid 2: Sons of Liberty, will release in the United States on September 24th 2002. Featuring never-before-seen aspects of the game, new playable VR TRAINING missions, original concept plans, rare video footage and trailers and programming secrets, The Document of Metal Gear Solid 2 gives all-new insight into the acclaimed series from director, Hideo Kojima.

'Stronghold: Crusader' - Demo Available NOW

by Rainier on Aug. 9, 2002 @ 7:58 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Firefly Studios and Take Two Interactive have released a playable demo of Stronghold: Crusader, available for download from Gigex (here's a direct link if the Gigex client doesn't work for you). The 79.0 MB demo allows you to try out this isometric castle building strategy sequel, and it offers a tutorial and three skirmish levels. This is something i personally am looking forward to (thanks Blues).

'Gothic 2' - 3rd Panorama View

by Rainier on Aug. 9, 2002 @ 7:24 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Thrilling action woven into the epic adventures will Gothic 2 offer. Soon you can be part of the mystical world Myrtana.Today Jowood shows you the tower from Xardas the Magician as 3rd Panorama View on the official Gothic2 website. Check it out!