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Various Game Trailers #1964

by Rainier on Nov. 17, 2011 @ 9:45 a.m. PST | Filed under Trailers

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

  • Max Payne 3 [ALL] - Creating a Cutting Edge Action-Shooter Trailer

We will update this throughout the day when new trailers become available. Read more for download links ...

Student Project-Spawned Development Studio Celebrates 5th Anniversary

by Rainier on Nov. 17, 2011 @ 12:28 a.m. PST | Filed under News

As students, Christian Kluckner and Alexander Kehr were working on ideas for the PC strategy game "Windchaser" in 2005. Five years later, Chimera Entertainment has developed a variety of titles across multiple platforms and consists of more than 30 employees.

Nordic Games Acquires Dreamcatcher

by Rainier on Nov. 17, 2011 @ 12:00 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Nordic Games announced the acquisition of the entire product- and brand-portfolio of DreamCatcher, including, but not limited to Painkiller, Safecracker, and more than 50 other intellectual properties (IPs) and licenses.

'Final Fantasy XIII-2' (ALL) - 3 New Screens

by Rainier on Nov. 17, 2011 @ 12:00 a.m. PST | Filed under News

The unfolding drama of Final Fantasy XIII continues in Final Fantasy XIII-2. Explore a richly developed world featuring both new and familiar faces, and an exciting and highly developed strategic battle system. In this ongoing saga, the future is about to change...

The Question Is Not So Much Where We Are As When We Are

by Rainier on Nov. 17, 2011 @ 12:00 a.m. PST | Filed under MOTD

We just got back from our Cirque du Soleil TOTEM outing, and while the first half was great, the second part was totally weak. They apparently brought out all the good stuff in the beginning because during intermission, they were offering tickets at 50% off in case you wanted some friends to see this awesome show — not knowing the rest basically sucked. This was the second time we've seen a Cirque du Soleil performance, and both times were not really impressive.

No time for gaming or DVR watching today, so that means we'll have to redouble our efforts tomorrow.

'Saints Row: The Third' (ALL) On PS3 Gets You Downloadable Prequel

by Rainier on Nov. 16, 2011 @ 5:13 p.m. PST | Filed under News

The Syndicate, a legendary criminal fraternity with pawns in play all over the globe, has turned its eye on the Saints and demands tribute. Refusing to kneel to the Syndicate, you take the fight to a new city, playing out the most outlandish gameplay scenarios ever seen. Strap it on.

'Ninja Gaiden III' (ALL) - 9 Screens

by Rainier on Nov. 16, 2011 @ 4:12 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Ninja Gaiden III will take fans on an epic journey as they discover a side of their hero that has never been revealed. The game is set to introduce this franchise to a broader audience while at the same time retaining the legendary challenge that has drawn hardcore gamers to the series for years.

Wednesday, November 16, 2011 Shipping Announcements

by Rainier on Nov. 16, 2011 @ 2:00 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Another day, another batch of games shipped to stores. Instead of giving them all their own posts, we grouped them, and so far there are announcements for:


We will update this throughout the day when new announcements become available. Read more for details ...

'Diablo III' Beta Key Giveaway

by Rainier on Nov. 16, 2011 @ 1:51 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Diablo III is an action RPG where you create a hero from one of five distinct classes, such as barbarian or witch doctor, each equipped with an array of spells and abilities, and adventure through rich and varied settings, unraveling an epic storyline and engaging in combat with hordes of monsters and challenging bosses.

'Eve Online' Crucible Expansion Announced, Coming Soon

by Rainier on Nov. 16, 2011 @ 1:19 p.m. PST | Filed under News

EVE Online is an MMO game set in a world of galactic proportions, governed by a hyper-capitalistic economy where space flight is the path to all commerce, communication, and conflict.