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Tuesday, December 7, 2010 Shipping Announcements

by Rainier on Dec. 7, 2010 @ 1:13 a.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 ...

By Condemning Without Hesitation An Old Friend, I Shall Be Feared

by Rainier on Dec. 7, 2010 @ 12:00 a.m. PST | Filed under MOTD

Don't you just hate it when you are trying to help somebody by fixing their computer and after hours of tinkering, trying things, rebooting, downloading tools, and more rebooting, you have to admit defeat without getting a thing fixed? Epic fail! At least I did not make things worse..

What was supposed to be a quiet evening in front of the TV turned out to be a bust. Just like the roadwork outside, nothing got done. After blocking off all parking spots on both sides of the street, they decided to let us know in the evening that they would start tomorrow instead.

At least I have Get Him to the Greek to look forward to ....

'Jumpgate Evolution' Developer Sued By Codemasters

by Rainier on Dec. 6, 2010 @ 6:34 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Staying true to its early vision, NetDevil has improved upon the original Jumpgate in every way, with a complete graphics update, and the integration of advanced AI features to ensure unpredictable and compelling situations.

'Operation Flashpoint: Red River' (ALL) - Screens

by Rainier on Dec. 6, 2010 @ 6:07 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Set to deliver an authentic and intensely personal US Marine Corps infantryman experience, Red River’s epic campaign will be played out on a deadly new battlefield set in the remote yet beautiful country of Tajikistan along the Vakhsh River.

Raven Software Said To Be Working On 'James Bond' Title Again

by Rainier on Dec. 6, 2010 @ 5:53 p.m. PST | Filed under News

According to James Bond fan site MI6, Raven Software, known for the recent Singularity and Wolfenstein, has been tagged again by publisher Activision to work on a new installement in the James Bond franchise. Unlike Bizarre Creations' recent Blood Stone, the new title could be based on the 23rd Bond movie, which is schedule for release in theaters in 2011. Earlier development on the James Bond title was put on hold while the MGM bankruptcy was being sorted out.

Various Game Trailers #1892

by Rainier on Dec. 6, 2010 @ 5:17 p.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:

  • Dynasty Warriors 7 [PS3] - Debut Trailer
  • Total War: Shogun 2 [PC] - Music Dev Diary Trailer
  • Dead Space 2 [ALL] - Horror And Action Trailer
  • Back To The Future: The Game [ALL] - Reveal Trailer

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

'echochrome ii' (PS3) Gets Release Date, Coming Soon - Screens

by Rainier on Dec. 6, 2010 @ 4:25 p.m. PST | Filed under News

echochrome ii introduces a unique twist on gameplay that lets players use pure imagination to solve puzzles by controlling light and shadows.

'MX vs. ATV' (ALL) Sponsors Monster Energy Supercross, New Installment Next Year

by Rainier on Dec. 6, 2010 @ 4:06 p.m. PST | Filed under News

MX vs. ATV Reflex introduces revolutionary physics that allow for real-world terrain deformation and an intuitive, dual-stick control scheme that separates man from machine, as well as a wide variety of race modes, vehicles and worlds to explore while utilizing the all-new Rhythm Racing 2.0 physics engine.

'Magic: The Gathering: Tactics' (ALL) - New Screens

by Rainier on Dec. 6, 2010 @ 2:19 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Magic: The Gathering - Tactics will allow players to command forces of dramatic 3D figures and powerful spell cards pulled from the Magic: The Gathering Multiverse. Players can participate in single player scenarios or jump right into PVP action against other players worldwide, 24 hours per day.

The Great Steam Treasure Hunt Starts Today

by Rainier on Dec. 6, 2010 @ 2:15 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Now through December 20th, the Great Steam Treasure Hunt will have folks spending time in the tropical sun, earning Steam Achievements in select games, joining Community groups, and earning a slot atop the Steam Leaderboards all in the name of winning free games.