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Rainier's Articles


Vicious Cycle Software Expands to Focus on Next-Gen Game Development

by Rainier on May 8, 2008 @ 9:40 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

To better focus on the company's next-gen consoles development, Vicious Cycle Software has relocated to a 20,000 square feet new office and expanded its current 50-person team to more than 90 game development professionals.

'Street Gears' Nearing Completion in Europe - Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on May 8, 2008 @ 9:34 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Based on a persistent manga-style universe, Street Gears is a massively multiplayer roller game where players can challenge each others in races or tricks contests.

'MapleStory' Celebrates its Third Anniversary

by Rainier on May 8, 2008 @ 9:26 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

MapleStory is an online adventure game that centers around the "Maple World," allowing players to combat monsters and develop their characters' skills and abilities in an immense platform-inspired persistent world. Nexon America celebrates the third anniversary by unveiling new areas, contests and events for its Maple players.

'Voltage' (PS3/X360/PC) - 6 New Screens

by Rainier on May 8, 2008 @ 3:39 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.

THQ Developing Games Based On 'Marvel Super Hero Squad' License

by Rainier on May 8, 2008 @ 3:25 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

THQ and Marvel Entertainment announced that they have entered into an exclusive multi-year licensing agreement to create video games based on the burgeoning, kid-friendly Marvel Super Hero Squad franchise.

'MotorStorm: Pacific Rift' (PS3) - Features & Screens

by Rainier on May 8, 2008 @ 3:21 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

MotorStorm: Pacific Rift is moving from the rugged desert to a lush Pacific island with all of the vehicles familiar of the first game (ATVs, rally cars, buggies, motorbikes, race trucks, etc.), while adding a new monster truck class. Also check out the screens from earlier this week.

'Ninja Gaiden II' (X360) - 30 New Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on May 8, 2008 @ 2:55 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

A sequel to the original Xbox title, Ninja Gaiden 2 has players once again assuming the role of Ryu Hayabusa as they guide the ninja hero on a quest to avenge his clan and prevent the destruction of the human race.

'Race Driver: GRID' (ALL) Demo on XBL, Later Today on PSN, PC Delayed

by Rainier on May 8, 2008 @ 2:54 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

GRID takes players to locations over three continents to compete in a variety of racing events. Packed with the most powerful racecars - new and classic, circuit and drift - players will compete in urban street races, as well as conquer official racetracks and championships. The demo features 3 races, Muscle Cup in San Francisco with a mustang GT-R, Advan drift Trophy on the docks of Yokohama with a Nissan S15 Silvia, and a BMW 320Si in Jarama. The PC demo has been delayed until tomorrow.

'Men Of War' Release Date & Beta Launch Revealed - Screens

by Rainier on May 8, 2008 @ 2:34 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Men of War is 1C Company's latest RTS, taking place in Europe during the height of WWII. The story unfolds across three different campaigns played out through the eyes of Soviet, Allied and German soldiers. Digitalmindsoft revealed that it plans to launch Men of War in September, and the previously delayed multiplayer beta is set to commence in June.

'Toki Tori' (Wii) - 8 New Screens

by Rainier on May 8, 2008 @ 2:07 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Toki Tori's gameplay is a blend of two genres, while it looks like a platform game, it's a puzzle game by heart. Players will have to look and plan ahead carefully while using a variety of items, such as the Telewarp, Freeze-o-Matic and InstantRock to name but a few.