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'Tomb Raider: The Prophecy' Busts Onto GBA - Facts & Screens

by Rainier on Aug. 8, 2002 @ 5:32 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

PS2 owners won't be the only gamers to experience the new Lara Croft. This November, Lara will be hitting the GameBoy Advance as well, in Lara Croft Tomb Raider: The Prophecy. Tomb Raider features a new quasi-3D view, exploiting the unique characteristics of our sexy heroine. An impressive set of spectacular 3D animations, an improved combat system specific for the Gameboy Advance, environments which develop in height rather than in width are only some of the most important features of the game.

XIII - New Screens

by Rainier on Aug. 7, 2002 @ 7:11 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

XIII is a conspiracy ridden FPS title featuring cel-shaded graphics and unique flashback visuals. XIII is a completely interactive graphic novel that creates a visually stunning effect unique to the action genre. XIII will appear on the PlayStation2, GameCube, the Xbox and PC. Expected Q1 2003. Check these 12 lovely new screens!

Asylum - Exclusive Screens

by Rainier on Aug. 7, 2002 @ 7:07 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Asylum features stunning graphics, real world physics featuring moveable, breakable scenery and a Ragdoll sytem which makes shotgun blasting your enemies more satisfying than ever before. Our Characters movement uses our New Skeletal Logic System, making them move and react to their surroundings more realistic than ever before seen. Check out 4 brand new screens taken from the area .. Njoy

'US Open 2002' Goes Gold!

by Rainier on Aug. 7, 2002 @ 6:43 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Strategy First announced today that its upcoming Tennis Simulation game for the PC, US OPEN 2002 has gone gold.

IronStorm - New Screens

by Rainier on Aug. 7, 2002 @ 7:53 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

The gameplay in IronStorm combines shoot’em-up, action and reflection.The player undertakes an infiltration mission and must possess combat skills as well as stealth if he is to survive as he penetrates behind enemy lines.Depending on the circumstances, the player can choose between first and third person views.The player must pass through 6 worlds in a Germany ripped apart by the front line: the Friedrich line (the Western front), the Anton Denikin line (the Russo-Mongol front), the “Tzar Ivan” armoured train, Wolfenburg (an enemy-occupied town), the Mad Baron’s heavy water factory and the Reichstag in Berlin.

'Dungeon Siege' Patch Available NOW

by Rainier on Aug. 7, 2002 @ 7:28 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

After an extensive beta testing period, Gas Powered Games has now released the official version 1.1 patch for Dungeon Siege, their 3D action role-playing game. The v1.1 mainly has some game improvements, bug fixes and a few other things .. read more for links and detailed fixed list.

BioWare Corp. To Develop Two New Original Games

by Rainier on Aug. 7, 2002 @ 7:08 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

BioWare Corp. today announced that they are working on two new games, both roleplaying games based on two new intellectual properties, created and owned by BioWare. The first of the two un-named titles in production is being developed for the Xbox, the second for the PC.

Hercules Presents 'Gamesurround Fortissimo III 7.1'

by Rainier on Aug. 7, 2002 @ 7:01 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

The Gamesurround Fortissimo III is Hercules's latest soundcard especially aimed at gamers and DVD fans. It sports various and significant changes over the Fortissimo III. Read more for technical details and more interesting news ....

'EverQuest' On Mac Homepage Goes Live!!

by Rainier on Aug. 7, 2002 @ 5:42 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Sony Online Entertainment announced on July 17th, 2002, that the world's most successful massively multiplayer online role playing game, EverQuest, will be coming to the Mac in Spring 2003. In anticipation of this landmark event, EQ on Mac will have a dedicated web presence with development updates, FAQs, and interviews. You can reach the 'EverQuest' Macintosh site HERE.

Thrustmaster Presents The 'Scuderia Ferrari Gamepad' (PS2)

by Rainier on Aug. 7, 2002 @ 5:41 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Especially for the victories of Michael Schumacher in his Ferrari, Thrustmaster comes out with a special Scuderia Gamepad for PS2. "We don't do it for the thrill of the danger. We do it for the thrill of speed sensation, being with the limit." Michael Schumacher on race-car driving. Check out how it will look!