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Rainier's Articles


'Wing Island' (Wii) - Game Details & Screens

by Rainier on Jan. 26, 2007 @ 2:45 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Wing Island will allow you and your friends to hone your flying techniques as you soar through the clouds as an ace biplane pilot, performing death-defying stunts and exciting tricks along the way with ease, making use of the Wiimote's tilt function to control your aircraft and acrobatic maneuvers.

Friday January 26, 2007 Shipping Announcements

by Rainier on Jan. 26, 2007 @ 2:37 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:

'Gods and Heroes: Rome Rising' - 27 New Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on Jan. 26, 2007 @ 2:26 a.m. PST | Filed under News

In Gods and Heroes you become a classic hero of the ancient world, born of immortal blood. As a scion of the gods, you will have the opportunity to pursue his destiny through a series of Epic Quests that will span all levels of gameplay, over time commanding amazing God Powers and acquiring famous weapons and treasure of myth.

'Double Dragon' Coming to Xbox Live Arcade

by Rainier on Jan. 26, 2007 @ 2:01 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Some 20 years ago, Taito rocked the arcades with Double Dragon, which has been an all-time favorite amongst fighting game fans, and now it seems Empire Interactive is remaking the classic for Xbox Live Arcade, currently scheduled for March. As usual, Double Dragon will feature the original edition of the game but also an optimized version with updated graphics, while it will also sport multiplayer co-op, and online multiplayer. The customary achievements and online rankings will also be present.

'SSX Blur' (Wii) - 6 New Screens

by Rainier on Jan. 26, 2007 @ 1:10 a.m. PST | Filed under News

SSX Blur, developed exclusively for Wii, is the newest version of the critically acclaimed snowboarding franchise. The huge air, blurring speed and insane tricks that SSX is known for return and the fun-factor is amplified by the unique capability of the Wiimote...

'Cavedays' - Demo Available NOW

by Rainier on Jan. 26, 2007 @ 12:25 a.m. PST | Filed under News

CaveDays is a platform game where players can be on Ugo and Dawson's feet trying to survive in the cave age. 30 areas packed with challenges, puzzles and a fun storyline where we can see that the cave days life was not that different from ours.

Microsoft Xpands Xbox Live Video Marketplace

by Rainier on Jan. 25, 2007 @ 8:05 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Microsoft announced that Lionsgate Studio is now a Video Marketplace partner, and the downloadable content has been expanded with various new HD movies, TV series, including a FREE episode of ‘Skyland.’ Xbox 360 will digitally deliver TV shows and movies to gamers in the U.S. via Xbox Live.

Various Game Trailers #990

by Rainier on Jan. 25, 2007 @ 4:16 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Another day, another batch of game trailers was released. Instead of giving them all their own posts, we grouped them, and so far there are trailers for:

  • Supreme Commander - Trailer #7
  • Crysis - Realtime Random Lighting Trailer
  • Battlestations: Midway [X360/PC] - Launch Trailer
  • The Lord of the Rings Online: Shadows of Angmar - Trailer #9
  • City Life: World Edition - Trailer
  • Cooking Mama: Cook Off [Wii] - Trailer
  • Rogue Galaxy [PS2] - Worlds Of Trailer


  • We will update this throughout the day when new trailers become available. Read more for download links ...

Microsoft Revenue Up, Games Division Still At A Loss

by Rainier on Jan. 25, 2007 @ 3:54 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Microsoft announced record revenue of $12.54 billion for the quarter ended Dec. 31, 2006, a 6% increase compared to last year, driven by Zune, X360 and its server applications. Despite increase in sales (from $1.69 billion to $2.96 billion) for the Entertainment and Devices Division, the Xbox has yet to make a profit as it currently has an operating loss of $289 million, slightly higher than last year ($286 million). With 10.4 million consoles sold Microsoft Games Division expects to turn a profit fiscal 2008 (second half of 2007).

'Age of Conan: Hyborian Adventures' (X360/PC) Gets Delayed - 4 Screens

by Rainier on Jan. 25, 2007 @ 3:44 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Funcom and Eidos announce a new release date for its MMO Age of Conan: Hyborian Adventures as they have now decided to further hone the qualities of the game. The new release date is set to the 30th of October 2007 and will further ensure an online experience with truly stunning impact.