Codemasters has released the first patch for its miniature racing game Micro Machines v4 bringing your retail game to v1.01 and fixing a crash to desktop, and some graphical issues.

Since Troika is no longer amongst the living this patch is not official, so use at your own discretion. This update brings Activision's Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodlines retail game to v3.0 (requires v1.2 patch installed) and addresses a number of known issues, gameplay tweaks, bug fixes and so forth (thanks 3DGamers).

Nvidia shares skyrocketed more than 8 percent Wednesday on rumors that Intel might be out to purchase the graphics chipmaker. Investors are speculating an official statement might follow shortly, while others say the deal would be too expensive, and not be as interesting as the recent ATi/AMD merger, as Intel has its own gfx chips.

Mass Effect is a science-fiction action-RPG created by BioWare, previously known for Jade Empire, KotoR, and Neverwinter Nights. Mass Effect will deliver an immersive story driven gameplay experience with stunning visual fidelity.

Heatseeker will strap you into the pilot’s seat and deliver an exhilarating white-knuckle ride that’ll have you clutching the joypad as you engage in face-melting 6G turns and fight against a seemingly-impossible amount of airborne enemies.

Silverfall is a fantasy-style RPG using advanced 3D graphics and fascinating storyline, featuring large free-roaming environments, 4 customizable and playable races, 150 monsters, single- and multiplayer (co-op and PvP), ragdoll effects, day/night cycle, particle effects and the latest shaders.

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:

• Desperate Housewives: The Game (PC)
• Birth of America (PC)
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Army of Two will throw gamers into hot spots ripped from current day headlines where they will utilize unique TWO man strategies and tactics while seamlessly transitioning between playing with intelligent Partner AI (PAI) and a live player.

Blizzard revealed that the WoW: The Burning Crusade Collector's Edition package will come in a special box that contains many exclusive extras to enhance your adventure into Outland, such as behind-the-scenes DVD, exclusive in-game pet: Netherwhelp, map of Outland mouse pad, soundtrack, hardcover art book, 2 WoW trading card game starter packs, plus exclusive cards, and of course the game itself.

Take full control of your vehicles in this exciting arcade-style racing game with a new level of driving immersion and control, thanks to the intuitive Wii-mote.