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'Secret Files: Tunguska' (NDS/Wii) - Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on Dec. 12, 2007 @ 3:09 p.m. PST | Filed under News

The Secret Files: Tunguska is a point-and-click adventure game based on the mysterious Tunguska phenomenon that occurred in July 1908, in which the Siberian region of Tunguska was engulfed in an inferno of flames that turned everything into debris and ashes.

Activision Blocking 'Guitar Hero' PS3 Peripherals From 'Rock Band'

by Rainier on Dec. 12, 2007 @ 1:38 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Harmonix created a software patch for the PS3 version of Rock Band to allow guitar compatibility for third-party peripherals, including Activision's Guitar Hero III controller. The compatibility patch was approved by Sony and had been scheduled for release on Dec. 4, but due to Activision's continued objection, the patch will not be released.

'Company of Heroes: Opposing Fronts' - v2.201 Patches Available NOW

by Rainier on Dec. 12, 2007 @ 12:34 p.m. PST | Filed under News

COH: Opposing Fronts allows players to fight as the tenacious British 2nd Army during the heroic WWII liberation of Caen, France, and command the German Panzer Elite as they struggle to repel the largest airborne invasion in history. THQ has released patches for the original COH & expansion, bringing your retail game to v2.201 fixing a slew of bugs, adding tweaks, map changes, etc ...

'Opoona' (Wii) - 20 New Screens

by Rainier on Dec. 12, 2007 @ 12:07 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Opoona is a "lifestyle RPG," where you, as Opoona, descendant of brave warriors, known as Cosmo Guards, must adapt to a new environment, meet new people, get a job, all while becoming aware of the precious world and people surrounding him.

Sony Online Adding Holiday Festivities to Its MMO Lineup

by Rainier on Dec. 12, 2007 @ 11:57 a.m. PST | Filed under News

EverQuest II players will enjoy yet another year of the Frostfell celebration while the EverQuest online trading card game, Legends of Norrath, will start a new tradition. Vanguard: Saga of Heroes is celebrating the holiday season in Telon, and in a galaxy far, far away; Star Wars Galaxies players will enjoy the experience of Wookiee Life Day.

'Sam & Max 202: Moai Better Blues' Announced - Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on Dec. 12, 2007 @ 11:57 a.m. PST | Filed under News

A surprise trip to the tropics turns into a working vacation when Sam & Max sign up to stop a massive volcano eruption. Will their special blend of bewildering wit and renegade justice be enough to win over the gods?

Blizzard Co-founder to be Inducted Into AIAS Hall of Fame

by Rainier on Dec. 12, 2007 @ 11:04 a.m. PST | Filed under News

As reward for his contribution to advancement within the industry while demonstrating proven success and leadership, the Academy of Interactive Arts & Sciences (AIAS) is inducting Blizzard co-founder Mike Morhaime into its Hall of Fame.

'Baroque' (PS2/Wii) Coming to North America - Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on Dec. 12, 2007 @ 10:55 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Baroque is a hardcore dungeon-crawling action RPG loaded with items to find and customize, packed with tons of twisted monsters to vanquish, boasting a powerful musical score, and featuring an innovative story progression system in which death is not the end, but rather, the means by which to move the story forward.

'S.T.A.L.K.E.R.' Developer Contemplating MMO

by Rainier on Dec. 12, 2007 @ 10:26 a.m. PST | Filed under News

GSC Gameworld's S.T.A.L.K.E.R. is story-driven sci-fi team-based action game with dynamic gameplay of fast and tough combats, set in a detailed and interactive game world. In an interview with German Oblivion Lost fansite, GSC revealed that while it is working on the S.T.A.L.K.E.R. Clear Sky expansion, they are seriously contemplating bringing the franchise into the MMO market.

'MapleStory' Gets Festive for the Holidays - Screens

by Rainier on Dec. 12, 2007 @ 10:08 a.m. PST | 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. MapleStory Europe launches a three week long celebratory event that's full of festive fun, excitement and monsters dressed in Santa hats.