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Rainier's Articles


Wouldn't It Be Great If I *Was* Crazy? Then The World Would Be Okay

by Rainier on July 29, 2011 @ 12:00 a.m. PDT | Filed under MOTD

Is it just me or is Liam Neeson in every other movie these days? I love how it claims that it's "inspired by the classic game." Really? Apart from the title and some battleships, there's nothing to it. I don't recall there being any hot chicks and make-out scenes or aliens in my board game. Still, I'll go see it, exactly because of the aforementioned elements. They're the perfect ingredients for a good time at the movies.

This weekend, we have a major decision to make, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2, Cowboys & Aliens, or The Smurfs. Tough call...

Namco Bandai Games Unveils GamesCom 2011 Lineup

by Rainier on July 28, 2011 @ 7:40 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

As GamesCom 2011 draws near, Namco Bandai Games is preparing to unleash a hard-hitting line-up featuring a heavy dose of combat, death and devastation, alongside special guest appearances and exciting events on the stand throughout the show. 

'Madden NFL 12' (ALL) Demo Coming In August

by Rainier on July 28, 2011 @ 7:31 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Madden NFL 12 provides an immersive and authentic experience that fans have come to expect from the franchise, including all 32 NFL teams and more than 1,700 NFL players.

'Avernum: Escape From the Pit' Announced - Screens

by Rainier on July 28, 2011 @ 7:11 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Avernum: Escape From the Pit is the first chapter in an Indie fantasy role-playing saga, the tale of desperate exiles and their battle for survival and a land to call their own.

'Tropico 4' (ALL) Pins Down Release Date

by Rainier on July 28, 2011 @ 6:46 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

In Tropico 4, El Presidente returns to the island of Tropico, and this time, he’s bringing new enemies and allies along for the ride, as he fights to turn his little island into a superpower.

NCsoft To Reveal New Game At Gamescom

by Rainier on July 28, 2011 @ 2:58 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Executive producer Jeremy Gaffney of NCsoft’s Carbine Studios has confirmed that the project they have been working on will be the subject of a world exclusive reveal at gamescom, and that they will bring the game to PAX Prime as well.

'WWE '12' (ALL) Pre-Order Incentives - Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on July 28, 2011 @ 2:34 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

WWE '12 is the electrifying rebirth of the renowned WWE franchise, featuring a bigger game, badder presentation and better simulation-based gameplay, including critical core gameplay improvements, the most creative and extensive feature set to date and a visceral, edgy and polished presentation.

Thursday, July 28, 2011 Shipping Announcements

by Rainier on July 28, 2011 @ 2:32 p.m. PDT | 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 ...

Xbox Live To Get ESPN Update, Kicks Off the College Football Season

by Rainier on July 28, 2011 @ 2:30 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Kicking off the college football season on a high note, Microsoft and ESPN today announced a major update coming to ESPN on Xbox LIVE on August 25 that will truly transform your living room into the ultimate fan cave.

'SSX' (ALL) - New Screens

by Rainier on July 28, 2011 @ 2:00 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

A reinvention of the classic action snowboarding franchise, SSX packs adrenaline into every run with compelling characters and heart-pumping adventures as riders battle the most treacherous and diverse mountain ranges on Earth.