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'The Sims 3' - New Screens

by Rainier on March 20, 2008 @ 5:54 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

What if you had to live your whole life in one location … and then one day, suddenly, you could step outside and go anywhere in the whole neighborhood? The Sims 3 gives you the freedom to create unique Sims and immerse them in your own living neighborhood of endless possibility!

Gibson Sues Retailers Over 'Guitar Hero' Patent Infringement

by Rainier on March 20, 2008 @ 5:47 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Last week, Activision filed a preemptive lawsuit against Gibson regarding a patent violation claimed by the guitar maker, after it had been a partner for three years. Activision now revealed that the argument has spilled over into retail, as Gibson is trying to block stores from selling the franchise. "Our Guitar Hero retailing partners have done nothing wrong. We will confront this and any other efforts by Gibson to wrongfully interfere with Activision's relationship with its customers and its consumers."

'SBK-08 Superbike World Championship' (ALL) - 34 New Screens

by Rainier on March 20, 2008 @ 5:43 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Black Bean's fast paced racing game SBK-08 Superbike World Championship, developed by Milestone, is the officially licensed WSBK, and will storm the next-gen consoles with brand new features and enhancements.

'Fable 2' (X360) Connects With Two More Xbox Live Arcade Titles

by Rainier on March 20, 2008 @ 5:06 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

At GDC 08 Lionhead's Peter Molyneux revealed Carbonated Games' crabs & roulette game Keystone would allow gamers to gain a head start on earning currency for use in Fable 2. During Major Nelson's latest podcast Molyneux revealed Wizard's Tower and Mage Dice are another two titles from the same developer that will allow gamers to make extra coin. He also revealed that everything in the game can be bought, houses, dungeons, castles, unlocking quests along the way, and as you own more property you will gain ranks from mayor to king of Albion.

'Major League Baseball 2K8 Fantasy All-Stars' (NDS) - 40 New Screens

by Rainier on March 20, 2008 @ 4:54 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

MLB 2K8 Fantasy All-Stars is an exciting new baseball title that will put fans into the action like never before, offering fans of all ages a wildly fun experience featuring starting lineups from all 30 MLB clubs, a variety of exhibition and tournament modes, All-Star training mini-games, along with fantasy-themed baseball stadiums.

Thursday, March 20, 2008 Shipping Announcements

by Rainier on March 20, 2008 @ 4:50 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Another day, another batch of games shipped to stores. Instead of giving them all their own posts, we grouped them, and so far there are announcements for:

'Race Driver: GRID' (ALL) - New Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on March 20, 2008 @ 3:31 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Take inspiration from competing in the world's most exciting racing cars on legendary circuits and iconic city streets and then get creative with the most powerful track editor in portable gaming, and set to offer the most complete pick-up-and-play pocket racing package, complete with stunning visuals.

'Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare' (ALL) Variety Map Pack Details & Dated

by Rainier on March 20, 2008 @ 3:22 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Activision and Infinity Ward are planning a new offensive with Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare Game of the Year Edition and the downloadable Variety Map Pack (800 MS Points), a series of new multiplayer maps, both scheduled for release on April 3.

'The Golden Horde' - 8 New Screens

by Rainier on March 20, 2008 @ 3:16 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

The Golden Horde, using Ancient Wars: Sparta's AWE engine, is a historical 3D RTS based on real events that took place at the beginning of XII century, the times of mighty warriors and military leaders whose power and daring instilled courage in common soldiers.

ESA Foundation Offers Scholarships for Future Game Developers

by Rainier on March 20, 2008 @ 2:48 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

With entertainment software holding its place as one of the fastest growing industries in the U.S. economy and becoming a new field of study at colleges and universities, the ESA Foundation has established a scholarship program to help train and educate the next generation of video game developers and designers.