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Rainier's Articles


TimeGate Settles 'Section 8' (X360/PC) Lawsuit With Paramount

by Rainier on April 22, 2009 @ 5:12 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Section 8 is a futuristic FPS that brings strategy and tactics to the genre in a game where players can modify the battlefield on the fly. You are part of an elite infantry squad with a penchant for taking on suicide missions that no one else will tackle. Last year TimeGate settled an Section 8 trademark infringement dispute with ABC Studios over an upcoming Section 8 TV series, and earlier this month it took on Paramount in a similar suit over a Section 8 interactive web series, which has now been settled.

'Swords & Soldiers' (Wii) Reveals Third Faction - New Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on April 22, 2009 @ 5:08 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Swords & Soldiers is a side-scrolling real time strategy game, in which three distinct factions battle for the powers of the gods. The game will feature a single player campaign and a competitive split-screen multiplayer mode as well as several other game modes.

'Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodlines' - v6.1 Update Patch Available NOW

by Rainier on April 22, 2009 @ 1:17 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Since Troika is no longer amongst the living this patch is not official, so use at your own discretion. This update brings Activision's Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodlines game to v6.1 and addresses a number of known issues, gameplay tweaks, bug fixes etc..

'Velvet Assassin' (X360/PC) Goes Gold - Screens

by Rainier on April 22, 2009 @ 1:03 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Set in WW2, Velvet Assassin is a 3rd person shooter combining intense battles with guerrilla missions, featuring extensive stealth elements and challenging puzzles.

'The Lord of the Rings Online' Launches In Russia and Korea

by Rainier on April 22, 2009 @ 12:59 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

The Lord of the Rings Online allows players to forge heroic legacies in the War for Middle-Earth, experience an evolving persistent recreation of Tolkien's fantasy realm where you can establish unique reputations, discover and wield legendary weapons in strategic battles, while adventuring solo or in Fellowships.

'Crimson Gem Saga' (PSP) - 12 New Screens

by Rainier on April 22, 2009 @ 12:53 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Crimson Gem Saga is a lovingly crafted exploration into the fundamentals of RPG fun, delivers lush hand-drawn visuals, an engaging fantasy tale, and an easy-to-use interface.

'The Destiny of Zorro' (Wii) Youtube Contest Nets You Goodies

by Rainier on April 22, 2009 @ 12:49 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

505 Games' The Destiny of Zorro, developed by Pronto Games, promises action, romance and, by use of the innovative Wii controller, the unique thrill of "becoming" the great hero himself! Participate in the "I Am Zorro" contest for a chance to win a complete home entertainment system Including a Vizio TV, Wii and The Destiny of Zorro game.

'Battlefield: Bad Company 2' (PS3/X360/PC) - 14 New Screens

by Rainier on April 22, 2009 @ 11:04 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

The Bad Company crew again find themselves in the heart of the action, where they must use every weapon and vehicle at their disposal to survive. The action unfolds with unprecedented intensity, introducing a level of fervor to vehicular warfare never before experienced in a modern warfare action game.

'Uncharted 2: Among Thieves' (PS3) Coming in September?

by Rainier on April 22, 2009 @ 10:47 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Uncharted 2: Among Thieves, sequel to Naughty Dog's 2007 PS3-exclusive action/adventure game, revolves around 13th century explorer Marco Polo, putting the focus on story, stealth gameplay and a free climbing mechanic. While the North American date is still an ambiguous "fall 2009," Sony Europe's official Web sites now list a Sept. 2009 date.

Xbox Avatars Get Hip-Hop Wear

by Rainier on April 22, 2009 @ 10:35 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

With the New Xbox Experience, Xbox 360 fans have been able to customize their avatars with various features and attributes. Microsoft promised it would be releasing new items every 2 weeks. Making good on its promise, you can now pimp out your avatar with hip-hop wear, like denim shorts, studded earrings, rings, beanies, shorts and more bling.