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Rainier's Articles


Ubisoft's Financial Result Reveals New Title and Delays

by Rainier on Nov. 20, 2007 @ 9:28 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Ubisoft released its results for the six months ended Sept. 30, 2007, reporting sales are up 52%, driven by Assassin's Creed, which has already surpassed 1 million units sold, as well as Beowulf, Naruto and Rayman 2. Ubisoft also revealed that Rainbow Six Vegas 2 will be released during the Q4 of fiscal 2007-08, which will unfortunately be joined by Haze (originally due Q3). Splinter Cell Conviction has also been pushed until fiscal 2008-09 (second half of 2008).

'The Golden Compass' (ALL) - 19 New Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on Nov. 20, 2007 @ 8:03 a.m. PST | Filed under News

SEGA is developing the video game adaptation of the theatrical movie release, The Golden Compass, based on the first book in the award-winning His Dark Materials trilogy, by British author Philip Pullman.

'NiGHTS into Dreams' Remake Coming to the PS2

by Rainier on Nov. 20, 2007 @ 6:59 a.m. PST | Filed under News

The latest issue of Japanese magazine Famitsu reveals that SEGA is working on a remake of the 1996 Sega Saturn title NiGHTS into Dreams, prequel to the upcoming Journey of Dreams for the Wii. The new version will feature 16:9 widescreen, updated graphics, as well as video, art, and stills from the marketing & game production. Currently only scheduled for release in Japan on February 21, 2008.

'Link's Crossbow Training' (Wii) - 14 New Screens

by Rainier on Nov. 20, 2007 @ 6:50 a.m. PST | Filed under News

In Link's Crossbow Training players assume the identity of hero Link, who progresses through a series of tests to perfect his crossbow marksmanship. Start with stationary bull's-eyes and graduate to moving targets before defending Link against all kinds of enemies.

'Dungeon Lords' Expansion and Sequel (X360/PC) Announced

by Rainier on Nov. 20, 2007 @ 6:47 a.m. PST | Filed under News

JoWood announced today that it will release Dungeon Lords: Expansion (working title) for PC in Q3, 2008. At the same time, the company announced the development of Dungeon Lords 2 (working title) for a next-gen console platform and PC.

'Loki' - v1.0.8.1 Patch Available NOW

by Rainier on Nov. 20, 2007 @ 6:38 a.m. PST | Filed under News

A fantasy voyage through the great mythologies, Loki, an action/RPG, allows you to take on the role of one of the 4 heroes of the game, each drawn from a different mythology. This v1.0.8.1 patch, works for all versions of the game, adds an anti-cheat system, updated UI, an alt/tab bug fix and a few game tweaks.

'Turning Point: Fall of Liberty' (PS3/X360/PC) - Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on Nov. 20, 2007 @ 6:33 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Fall of Liberty takes players to new battlegrounds in World War II, ones born from a changed moment in history that led to the Nazi invasion of 1950s America, delivering an explosive action experience in a world where famous real-world locations appear startlingly different under Nazi occupation.

Nintendo Kicks Off the Holidays with Two New NDS Bundles

by Rainier on Nov. 20, 2007 @ 6:04 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Starting Nov. 23, Nintendo gives the holiday season a fresh blast of color with the launch of two special-edition NDS bundles. The new Gold edition comes with The Legend of Zelda: Phantom Hourglass, while the Metallic Rose edition comes with the "Best Friends" version of Nintendogs.

'City of Abandoned Ships' - 8 New Screens

by Rainier on Nov. 20, 2007 @ 6:01 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Akella's forthcoming naval RPG title City of Abandoned Ships, developed by Seaward.ru, will combine compelling gameplay and wonderful graphics thus bringing a new experience to all the fans of daring sword duels and ship-to-ship combats.

Tuesday, November 20, 2007 Shipping Announcements

by Rainier on Nov. 20, 2007 @ 5:22 a.m. PST | 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: