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'Jumpgate Evolution' - New Screens

by Rainier on March 26, 2009 @ 4:27 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Staying true to its early vision, NetDevil has improved upon the original Jumpgate in every way, with a complete graphics update, and the integration of advanced AI features to ensure unpredictable and compelling situations.

Playstation Store Gets Worms, Burn Zombie Burn, DLCs and Tracks

by Rainier on March 26, 2009 @ 4:19 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Sony has rolled out new PlayStation Store content, starting with the March edition of Pulse, Burn Zombie Burn ($9.99), Worms ($12.99), DLCs for LittleBigPlanet, PAIN, Resistance 2 Aftermath Multiplayer Map Pack ($5.99), Resistance 2 Skins, Disgaea 3, Tom Clancy’s EndWar Veteran Map Pack (free), song packs for Guitar Hero World Tour, Karaoke Revolution Presents: American Idol Encore 2, and Rock Band, and the usual game/movie trailers and PS3 themes.

'Left 4 Dead' (ALL) Sells 2.5 Million Units

by Rainier on March 26, 2009 @ 4:16 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Set in a modern day survival-horror universe, the co-operative gameplay of Left 4 Dead casts four "Survivors" in an epic struggle against hordes of swarming zombies and terrifying "Boss Infected" mutants. As part of his GDC presentation project lead Michael Booth revealed that L4D has sold 2.5 million copies to date, not including digital downloads through Steam.

'Disgaea 2' (PSP) - 34 New Screens

by Rainier on March 26, 2009 @ 2:04 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Disgaea 2 incorporates some of the same features it did in the original to retain its "Do anything and try everything" heritage while making radical innovations that include suggestions from game fans. The PSP edition will get extra content, such as a new scenario, new characters and more.

'Wolfenstein 3D' and 'Call of Duty' Coming to XBLA/PSN

by Rainier on March 26, 2009 @ 1:55 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

It seems Activision is going to be revamping some of its most celebrated franchises, as a listing on the ESRB has popped up revealing that id Software's original Wolfenstein 3D is headed to Xbox 360 and PS3, while the European ratings body, PEGI, specifically lists Call of Duty as coming to Xbox Live Arcade and PlayStation Network. No further details are available as to whether these classics will get polished up or just released as they were, but both are most likely to promote the latest installments in their respective franchises.

'Virtua Tennis 2009' (ALL) - 5 New Screens

by Rainier on March 26, 2009 @ 12:18 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Virtua Tennis 2009 will again allow you to take on the world's top tennis players in some of the most realistic courts to be found on gaming consoles. Take on the likes of Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer, or play as Maria Sharapova against Venus Williams to recreate some classic court battles.

2009 Game Developer Choice And Independent Games Festival Awards Handed Out

by Rainier on March 26, 2009 @ 12:07 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Erik Svedang’s Blueberry Garden, an exploration game set in an ever-changing ecosystem, received top honors at the 2009 Independent Games Festival (IGF) Awards, while Bethesda Softworks' post-apocalyptic open-world adventure Fallout 3 became Game of the Year at the 2009 Game Developers Choice Awards.

'Crimson Gem Saga' (PSP) - 8 New Screens

by Rainier on March 26, 2009 @ 10:38 a.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.

'Afro Samurai' (ALL) Title Update Adds Camera Features and Fixes

by Rainier on March 26, 2009 @ 10:34 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Based on the animated TV series, Afro Samurai is the cutting edge game that delivers a new kind of cinematic game experience, a living episode that offers addictive, immersive and compelling gameplay that's dripping in style.

'Ratchet and Clank: A Crack in Time' (PS3) Announced

by Rainier on March 26, 2009 @ 10:01 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Ratchet & Clank: A Crack in Time will continue to bring the experience of playing your own computer generated animation movie. Expect all the laughs and witty banter of a Ratchet and Clank title, as you enjoy all-new space gameplay that gives players the opportunity to engage in space battles, explore the surrounding star system, and discover hidden items and collectibles.