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Rainier's Articles


'Star Wars: The Old Republic' To Be Published By EA

by Rainier on Nov. 11, 2010 @ 12:00 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Star Wars: The Old Republic will let you explore an age thousands of years before the rise of Darth Vader when war between the Old Republic and the Sith Empire divides the galaxy. Choose to play as Jedi, Sith, or a variety of other classic Star Wars roles, defining your personal story and determining your path down the light or dark side of the Force.

Do You Know Why You're Afraid When You're Alone?

by Rainier on Nov. 11, 2010 @ 12:00 a.m. PST | Filed under MOTD

Last night, we hung out with the fine folks over at EA for their 2010 Showcase. Lots of new and upcoming games on display, and we went hands-on with quite a few — some of which are not even announced yet. Most of it is under embargo until a later date, but keep an eye out. We'll have coverage up soon enough.

Today is Veterans/Remembrance Day, so we're not quite sure how much activity there will be news-wise, but we'll be around to give you the latest coverage.

I've played a bit of Black Ops, and while I'm not blown away yet, I am glad that it centers around one person and chronicles his life as a special ops operator ... so far, anyhow.

'The Fancy Pants Adventures' (ALL) Announced

by Rainier on Nov. 10, 2010 @ 6:02 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Based on The Fancy Pants Adventures flash game, this classic side-scrolling platformer features a unique, hand-drawn style while taking all of the exciting adventures from the original two games and now adds an entirely new world, all-new story and new modes designed exclusively for consoles.

'Warp' (ALL) Announced

by Rainier on Nov. 10, 2010 @ 5:20 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Warp is a unique stealth action game features a top-down sci-fi world with a distinctive art style, addicting levels, hazardous traps and challenging puzzles.

'Rift: Planes of Telara' Shows Off Abyssal Precipice - Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on Nov. 10, 2010 @ 5:16 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Rift: Planes of Telara is a graphically stunning online game is set in a world being torn apart by dimensional “rifts” that tear into the land of Telara, releasing powerful forces that threaten the very existence of the entire universe.

'Majesty 2: The Fantasy Kingdom Sim' v1.4 Patches Available NOW

by Rainier on Nov. 10, 2010 @ 3:27 p.m. PST | Filed under Patch

Majesty 2: The Fantasy Kingdom Sim will focus on reinventing many aspects of the original game, updating the franchise for the 21st Century. A key element that will permeate the game is the charm and humor of the original Majesty.

'Blood Bowl: Legendary Edition' v2.0.0.5 Patch Available NOW

by Rainier on Nov. 10, 2010 @ 3:12 p.m. PST | Filed under Patch

Blood Bowl is a "game" of American football played by the insane warriors of the fantasy Warhammer universe. The Blood Bowl: Legendary Edition adds 12 new playable races, new and more impressive stadiums, a new Story mode, as well as many additions and updates.

'Splatterhouse' (ALL) - New Screens

by Rainier on Nov. 10, 2010 @ 2:49 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Splatterhouse combines visceral, adrenaline-soaked combat with horror elements to deliver an original gaming experience that defies the boundaries of the traditional action category with over-the-top gore and shocking new gameplay mechanics.

Nintendo Files Official Trademark For "It's On Like Donkey Kong"

by Rainier on Nov. 10, 2010 @ 2:24 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Controlled by a group of evil Tikis, the animals in Donkey Kong Island have raided Donkey Kong's Banana Hoard and stolen his stash of bananas — and he understandably wants them back. Retro Studios brings Donkey Kong back in a new side-scrolling adventure with familiar characters and new levels that reignite the passion players had for the Super NES original.

PlayStation Home v1.4 Update Adds New Features And Improvements

by Rainier on Nov. 10, 2010 @ 11:46 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Sony Computer Entertainment America announced that it is further enhancing the user experience of PlayStation Home with a variety of new features that make exploring and connecting with friends quicker and easier in the PS3 social gaming community.