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Rainier's Articles


BlizzCon 2010 Tickets Go On Sale Next Month

by Rainier on May 18, 2010 @ 9:13 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Celebrating its Warcraft, Diablo, and StarCraft player communities, Blizzard announced plans for its fifth BlizzCon gaming convention, to be held at the Anaheim Convention Center in Anaheim, California (October 22 - October 23, 2010).

'Two Worlds II' (ALL) Adds GameStop Pre-Order Incentives

by Rainier on May 18, 2010 @ 9:01 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Two Worlds II presents a totally new experience, one in which 2 years of intensive development has enabled quantum leaps in all spheres: completely overhauled AI and balancing standards, experienced authors, the active combat system and the brand-new engine all combine to provide an experience where excitement, sheer enjoyment and graphics rule.

'PixelJunk Shooter 2' (PS3) Revealed - New Screens

by Rainier on May 18, 2010 @ 7:35 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

In PixelJunk Shooter, players pilot a subterranean exploration vehicle to explore the interior of diverse cave-like complexes. The player must affect the surrounding and dynamic terrain to progress. The goal is to safely navigate through each vivid stage and rescue survivors scattered about the cavernous environment.

Duke University Using Game Systems To Crunch Scientific Problems

by Rainier on May 18, 2010 @ 7:31 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

The same technology that enables realistic combat scenes and fluid-looking touchdown passes in computer gaming systems is being put to use on solving complex problems in biomedical research.

'Kingdom Hearts: Birth by Sleep' (PSP) Gets Release Date, Bundle

by Rainier on May 18, 2010 @ 7:19 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Turn back the pages of time in this earliest chapter of the Kingdom Hearts saga that explores the origins of the series. Showcasing all-new characters and brand new but instantly recognizable Disney environments from the worlds of Snow White, Cinderella and Sleeping Beauty, the game boasts exceptional graphics making it one of the most beautiful titles ever to be released for the PSP.

'Quantum Theory' (ALL) - 14 New Screens

by Rainier on May 18, 2010 @ 6:44 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Quantum Theory is a third-person shooter players take on the role of the massive, gun-wielding warrior Syd and battle through intense action sequences in an unpredictable, shape-shifting battlefield.

'Robocalypse: Beaver Defense' (Wii) Gets Release Dates

by Rainier on May 18, 2010 @ 6:38 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Robocalypse: Beaver Defense will offer madcap weaponry and uproarious destruction in a tower defense-style game. Set in a world of wise-cracking, battling robots, players will need to create and strategically position static and mobile defenses to stop the waves of enemies that are intent on destroying the player's HQ.

Tuesday, May 18, 2010 Shipping Announcements

by Rainier on May 18, 2010 @ 6:14 a.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 ...

'Dead Space 2' (ALL) - 5 New Screens

by Rainier on May 18, 2010 @ 6:11 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Isaac Clarke returns for another heart-pounding adventure, taking the fight to the Necromorphs in this thrilling action-horror experience using gruesome new tools, empowering him as he meets new characters, explores Zero-G environments, and fights against a relentless necromorph onslaught.

'The Sims 3: Ambitions' Reveals Simlish Soundtrack - Trailer

by Rainier on May 18, 2010 @ 6:05 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

The Sims 3 Ambitions allows players to pursue a variety of exciting paths and careers in their Sims’ lives that in turn affect their overall gameplay experience and neighborhood. While on the job, the player has direct control over their Sims’ work and can choose how to spend their days.