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'Shaun White Snowboarding: World Stage' (Wii) - New Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on Nov. 12, 2009 @ 12:14 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Shaun White Snowboarding: World Stage follows Shaun White and his crew of friends as they go from chasing the best powder to pursuing the world's top competitions. You and Shaun will hit the slopes once again, but this time the stakes are higher; zig- zag across the globe to ride against the best of the best and take your place on the world stage.

Facebook, Twitter, Last.fm and Zune Video Set to Launch On Xbox Live Nov. 17

by Rainier on Nov. 12, 2009 @ 11:20 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Starting next week, Facebook, Twitter, Last.fm and instant on HD video from Zune will be available on Xbox 360 consoles, transforming Xbox LIVE into the largest social network connected to the TV with exclusive features custom-designed for the living room.

'Valkyria Chronicles 2' (PSP) - 14 New Screens

by Rainier on Nov. 12, 2009 @ 10:08 a.m. PST | Filed under News

The story of Valkyria Chronicles II takes place two years after the conclusion of the original game. A group of young Gallian Military Academy cadets find themselves plunged into a bitter civil war when the newly formed Gallian Revolutionary Army stages a coup. As the epic drama unfolds in the game, players will experience stories of friendship, love and growing pains during a time of war and revolution.

'Diablo III' Expected in Next Few Years, But Not in 2010

by Rainier on Nov. 12, 2009 @ 9:53 a.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. Confirming earlier speculations, slides from a presentation by CFO Thomas Tipple reveal that "World of Warcraft, StarCraft Expansion, Battle.net, Diablo III, and Unannounced MMO" are all due in 2011 and beyond.

World Cyber Games Kicks Off 2009 Grand Final

by Rainier on Nov. 12, 2009 @ 9:27 a.m. PST | Filed under News

World Cyber Games  welcomed over 600 of the world's most elite gamers from 65 countries to the 2009 Grand Finals in Chengdu, China.

'BlazBlue: Calamity Trigger' (ALL) Apparently Also Coming to PC

by Rainier on Nov. 12, 2009 @ 9:05 a.m. PST | Filed under News

BlazBlue: Calamity Trigger is a 2D fighter featuring twelve, extraordinarily detailed, hand-drawn characters in true HD glory, each with unique “Drive” attacks that can turn the tide of battle instantly. While it is also scheduled to come to the PSP, French distributor Tradewest Games revealed that it is bringing BlazBlue: Calamity Trigger to X360, PS3 and PC.

Six Degrees Games Gets $7 Million Extra Financing

by Rainier on Nov. 12, 2009 @ 8:37 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Six Degrees Games announced that it has raised $7 million in equity financing, funding that will be used to accelerate its growth in the sports entertainment space and to enhance in-house development capabilities.

'The Lord of the Rings Online: Siege of Mirkwood' Shows Off Chamers Instance - Screens

by Rainier on Nov. 12, 2009 @ 8:33 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Siege of Mirkwood will expand the online world of Middle-earth where players will join forces to press further eastward into the dark, foreboding and treacherous forest of Mirkwood and take part in the epic conclusion to Volume II of The Lord of the Rings Online.

Mamba Games Expands 2010 Lineup With dtp Titles

by Rainier on Nov. 12, 2009 @ 8:12 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Mamba Games are pleased to announce the 2010 additions to their Odyssia Adventure gaming brand from the German publisher dtp Entertainment. The latest games to be announced are an outstanding addition to the Odyssia catalogue and are already widely anticipated amongst gaming fans.

'Command & Conquer 4: Tiberian Twilight' Gets Release Dates, Pre-Order Incentive

by Rainier on Nov. 12, 2009 @ 7:21 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Introducing new class-based gameplay, mobile bases and persistent player progression throughout all game modes, C&C4 offers players new, innovative and compelling strategic depth. Fans who can't wait until the March 16 release date can now pre-order and get early access to the upcoming beta program, the game's official soundtrack and an exclusive prequel bonus mission.