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Rainier's Articles


Nintendo’s Wii-kly Virtual Console Update Takes a Week Off

by Rainier on May 12, 2008 @ 3:48 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

To celebrate today’s launch of the new WiiWare downloadable game service for Wii, there will be no Virtual Console games added today. But don’t worry – next week the Wii-kly Update will be back to its regular Monday schedule, bringing Wii owners information about the best classic Virtual Console titles and coolest new WiiWare games.

'Journey to the Center of the Earth' (NDS) - 4 New Screens

by Rainier on May 12, 2008 @ 2:54 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

In THQ's Journey to the Center of the Earth, based on New Line Cinema's 3-D film starring Brendan Fraser, players can relive the excitement from the film as they ride a dangerous rock slide, navigate an out-of-control mine cart, raft across an ancient sea and survive from being chased by a Gigantosaurus.

'Skies of Arcadia 2' (Wii) In the Works

by Rainier on May 12, 2008 @ 2:47 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

According the German SEGA blog, who was also first to unveil Sonic Unleashed a few weeks back, a sequel to the Dreamcast RPG Skies of Arcadia is in the works, scheduled to be officially announced later this year. While there are no further details revealed, more information should be come available at the Tokyo Game Show, although it is said a PS3 version of the game is a possibility.

'SingStar Vol. 2' (PS3) - 7 New Screens

by Rainier on May 12, 2008 @ 1:40 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Even though the original SingStar allows gamers to expand their tracklist through the constantly updated Singstore, Vol. 2 not only add 30 new tracks, but also a new Harmony Duet mode, and browsing of the Singstore via PSP.

No More 'Project Gotham Racing 4' (X360) Downloadable Content From Bizarre

by Rainier on May 12, 2008 @ 1:15 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

PGR 4 tries to create an emotionally-charged racing experience, where players become attached to their careers, profiles and vehicles as their growing fan base will cheer them on, react to their every move and support them through victory. Last PGR4 content was back in February and according to Bizarre Creations, who got acquired by Activision, we shouldn't expect any more DLCs from them, as they have handed over the reigns to Microsoft, and currently there are no plans from their side.

'Voltage' (PS3/X360/PC) - 4 New Screens

by Rainier on May 12, 2008 @ 1:05 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Voltage is a futuristic racing game with real-time strategy elements, taking the rush and thrill of speed racing to a new level. Races take place far in the future on the planets of the Solar system, where players compete in the fastest and most technologically advanced races, to acquire the supreme title of the Solar System’s Best Racer.

'Nexuiz' - v2.4.2 Free Full Game Available NOW

by Rainier on May 12, 2008 @ 1:04 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Nexuiz is a free 3D deathmatch game that is simply first person shooting reduced to the very basics with perfect weapon balancing. The new v2.4.2 adds new Onslaught gamemode, new map, new announcer sounds/voices, lag and crash fixes, team message binds, new server tools, etc...

'Gothic 4: Arcania' (PS3/X360/PC) - 10 New Screens

by Rainier on May 11, 2008 @ 3:54 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Gothic 4 is set 10 years after the last installment and situated on multiple southern islands, each with unique flora & fauna according to various climate zones. The game will feature a day & night cycle, changing weather, and depending on the time of day altering spell casting abilities. Spellbound is listening to fan feedback and have implemented requests such as mountable animals.

'FaceBreaker' (Wii/PS3/X360) - 10 New Screens

by Rainier on May 10, 2008 @ 3:15 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Created by the same team that developed Fight Night Round 3, FaceBreaker offers irreverent fun, immersive gameplay and eye-popping stylized graphics. In this in-your-face, arcade world full of ego-wielding characters, each boxer comes to life with unique attributes and distinct personal style.

'SOCOM: U.S. Navy SEALs Confrontation' (PS3) - 5 New Screens

by Rainier on May 10, 2008 @ 12:48 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

SOCOM: U.S. Navy SEALs Confrontation focuses on online play and the global community and clans that support it, with support for Tournaments, Clan Ladders, and Leader Boards. Additionally, players will be able to modify their appearance through facial and physical customization.