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Nucleosys Shutting Down

by Rainier on July 27, 2009 @ 3:40 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Nucleosys was a two-man Argentinian studio known for making atmospheric mystery adventure games such as Scratches. It was working on Risk Profile: Federal Cases, an educational adventure game, which took much longer than expected to finish and has so far only been released in its home country. Its founder Agustin Cordes revealed that Nucleosys will be shutting down shortly, with both developers going their separate ways.

'Undead Knights' (PSP) - Screens

by Rainier on July 27, 2009 @ 3:21 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Playing as the anti-hero, rage through the wrath of fearless enemies and build the nastiest and most profane army you can think of in this new-style invasion action game. Prepare to wash the mouth of your army with soap as they can’t help but engage in zombie bashing dialogue over a raging metal soundtrack that helps you channel your inner anger.

Mortal Kombat Studio Now Known as WB Games Chicago

by Rainier on July 27, 2009 @ 3:13 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

In the wake of the Warner Bros./Midway acquisition, the Mortal Kombat studio, also known as Midway Chicago, will henceforth be known as WB Games Chicago, according to several of its employees' social networking statuses. Ed Boon revealed a while back that the studio is working on the next installment in the MK franchise, going back to its roots, with "sick" fatalities.

'Need for Speed Shift' (ALL) Shows Off McLaren F1 - New Screens

by Rainier on July 27, 2009 @ 3:04 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Designed to deliver a true driver’s experience that reflects contemporary motorsports, Need for Speed Shift is built by racers for racers, delivering an authentic and immersive driving experience.

EA Reveals Music Lineup for its Sports Franchises This Fall

by Rainier on July 27, 2009 @ 2:58 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Electronic Arts unveiled the full soundtracks for Madden NFL 10, FIFA 10, NHL 10 and NBA LIVE 10, representing the sounds of this fall's four sports franchises and affirms EA's standing as the leaders in worldwide videogame music and marketing.

'The Witcher: Enhanced Edition Director's Cut' Patch Coming This Week

by Rainier on July 27, 2009 @ 2:31 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

The Witcher: Enhanced Edition Director's Cut, CD Projekt's action/RPG, is the version of the game our developers originally intended for you to play. It is essentially the same game that gamers around the world have experienced – now available legitimately (including nudity) for the first time in North America.

'Marvel vs. Capcom 2' (PS3/X360) Spider-Man vs. Strider - Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on July 27, 2009 @ 12:52 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Marvel vs. Capcom 2 pits some of Capcom's familiar faces against a host of Marvel Comic's biggest names in explosive three-on-three team battles.

Court Rules in Favor of THQ in WWE Royalty Dispute

by Rainier on July 27, 2009 @ 12:46 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

For years now THQ and JAKKS Pacific have been in the process of arbitrating the royalty rate to be paid by THQ to JAKKS Pacific for WWE video game sales, and after various lawsuits, arbitrators have decided that JAKKS is to receive a preferred return payment at a rate of 6% of net sales, rather than the 10% rate it request.

'South Park Let's Go Tower Defense Play!' (X360) - New Screens

by Rainier on July 27, 2009 @ 11:53 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

South Park Let's Go Tower Defense Play! is a fast-paced action/strategy game that combines these lovable characters with snowball battles and tower defense tactics.

'Shaun the Sheep: Off His Head' (NDS) Announced

by Rainier on July 27, 2009 @ 11:48 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

In Shaun the Sheep: Off His Head the farmer is all set for a big date, but wait…..the farmer’s new toupee has gone missing! Gamers will play as Shaun and call upon other favorite characters from the show, such as Shirley, Timmy, Bitzer and more, as they help Shaun escape the naughty pigs and other mischievous animals in a bid to rescue the missing toupee!