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Rainier's Articles


Queen Coming to 'Rock Band' (ALL)

by Rainier on Oct. 2, 2009 @ 1:48 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Rock Band 2 builds upon the original to introduce co-op band gameplay, multiple instruments, online multiplayer, unparalleled downloadable content and raises the bar by delivering an entirely new level of depth, connectivity, authenticity and features. On Oct. 20/22 Harmonix will release a 10 song Queen track pack, although no price was revealed.

'Ski Doo: Snowmobile Challenge' (ALL) Also Coming to Wii - Screens

by Rainier on Oct. 2, 2009 @ 1:42 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Grab a sled and hit the tracks! Scream across the snow at over 100 mph on a customized sled, perform death-defying mid-air stunts, then take the action online with up to 11 opponents!

'Majesty 2: The Fantasy Kingdom Sim' v1.0.97 Patch Available NOW

by Rainier on Oct. 2, 2009 @ 1:30 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

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. The first patch adds some new game features, as well as addresses issues affecting the overall gaming experience.

'JU-ON: The Grudge' (Wii) - New Screens

by Rainier on Oct. 2, 2009 @ 1:11 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

JU-ON: The Grudge, inspired by the Japanese classic horror movie JU-ON (known in North America as The Grudge), is a “Haunted House Simulator” where accessibility and instant scares are given priority over all other game aspects, with the original creator of the movie, Takashi Shimizu, serving as a creative consultant to game development.

'The Witcher' (ALL) Developer Acquired by Polish PC Manufacturer

by Rainier on Oct. 2, 2009 @ 12:35 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

The Witcher 2: Assassins of Kings features all new dialogue, new graphics engine, realistic environment, revamped day/night cycle, actions that affect AI behavior, more dynamic/spectacular/bloody finishing moves and plenty more. CD Projekt's parent company has signed a letter of intent under which Optimus will acquire 100% of the stock in CDP Investment.

'Zombie Driver' Announced - Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on Oct. 2, 2009 @ 12:26 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Zombie Driver is an action driving game with a top down perspective and a dynamic helicopter chase camera. Fight your way through the streets of a zombie infested city to save the survivors of a disastrous chemical accident that changed most of the city's population into mindless brain hungry monsters.

'Trine' (ALL) Coming to PSN Oct. 22

by Rainier on Oct. 2, 2009 @ 12:22 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Trine is a fantasy action game where the player can create and use physics-based objects to beat hazardous puzzles and threatening enemies. Set in a world of great castles and strange machinery, three heroes are bound to a mysterious device called the Trine in a quest to save the kingdom from evil…. Originally expected late July, a last minute bug discovery delayed the PSN launch, which is now scheduled for Oct. 22.

'Mountain Sports' (Wii) Announced - Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on Oct. 2, 2009 @ 10:15 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Mountain Sports lets gamers of all ages slip, slide and shred their way to victory using the Wii Balance Board accessory and/or classic Wii Remote controls. Mountain Sports includes a variety of thrilling high-impact outdoor activities: skiing, snowboarding, tobogganing/tubing, bobsledding, curling and the biathlon.

'Left 4 Dead 2' (X360/PC) Pre-Order Gets You Early Demo Access, 10% Off

by Rainier on Oct. 2, 2009 @ 10:02 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

L4D2 promises to set a new benchmark for co-operative action games, adding melee combat to enable deeper co-operative gameplay, with items such as a chainsaw, frying pan, axe, baseball bat, and more. Fans who pre-order L4D2 (retail/Steam) will get early demo access (currently targeted for October 27) plus an exclusive in-game iAmerican baseball bat, while Steam pre-orders get an additional 10% off.

'Robocalypse: Beaver Defense' (Wii) - New Screens

by Rainier on Oct. 2, 2009 @ 9:34 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.