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'Sword of the New World' - 9 New Screens

by Rainier on Feb. 8, 2007 @ 4:59 a.m. PST | Filed under News

K2 Network's Sword of the New World is modeled after Europe’s exploration of the New World, allowing players to create and simultaneously control a family of characters utilizing the excusive Multiple Character Control system.

'Quake 4' - v1.4 Win32/Linux BETA Patch Available NOW

by Rainier on Feb. 8, 2007 @ 4:26 a.m. PST | Filed under News

id Software has released a new Win32/Linux Quake 4 v1.4 BETA patch, adding a host of features such as: refined hitboxes, optimized sound and network code, configurable fps caps, weapon balancing, server direct autodownloading, addonpak fixes, but most importantly a new spectator support to Quake 4, Q4TV.

Acclaim Opens '9Dragons' Beta Test - Screens

by Rainier on Feb. 8, 2007 @ 4:21 a.m. PST | Filed under News

9Dragons is an authentic martial arts MMO set in ancient China, where you, through training and quests, reach your destiny as a master of the martial arts. Acclaim launched the Open Beta testing for 9Dragons, and while European distributor Persistent Worlds recently closed shop, Acclaim will begin providing service for 9Dragons in Europe on a dedicated European server.

'Def Jam: Icon' (X360) Demo Available on Xbox Live

by Rainier on Feb. 8, 2007 @ 3:55 a.m. PST | Filed under News

As promised EA has released a 400 mb Def Jam: Icon demo on Xbox Live, showcasing the gas station level and 2 hip-hop celebrity fighters, Big Boi and T.I., as well as their respective hit songs, Kryptonite and Top Back.

'Burnout Dominator' (PSP/PS2) - 12 New Screens

by Rainier on Feb. 8, 2007 @ 3:52 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Burnout Dominator is an all-new installment of the Burnout series, loaded with intense racing action and dozens of retina-searing World Tour events.

Sony Releases v3.11 PSP Firmware

by Rainier on Feb. 8, 2007 @ 3:47 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Sony has released a new v3.11 PSP firmware update, and while details are still sketchy, it adds a Game Reset feature fixing compatibility issues for certain PlayStation Network titles (such as R-Type). Of course this update currently only applies to North America and Asia, as the PS3 is not out yet in Europe.

'The Settlers VI' - 3 New Screens

by Rainier on Feb. 8, 2007 @ 2:56 a.m. PST | Filed under News

The Settlers VI will focus on building larger and more fortified cities as well as planning and optimization in a medieval world. Attributes that are typical of the series are once again the focus of the game, create magnificent cities and inhabit them with hundreds of settlers going about their daily lives.

'Officers' Goes Gold

by Rainier on Feb. 8, 2007 @ 2:43 a.m. PST | Filed under News

The non-linear plot of Officers preserves the established facts of the origins of WWII and allows gamers to lead any of three sides to victory: USSR, Germany and Allies (GB and USA). The game recreates the real structures of all participants' armies, using the real arsenal, equipment and military techniques.

'Undercover:­ Operation Wintersun' - 3 New Screens

by Rainier on Feb. 8, 2007 @ 2:41 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Undercover is an adventure game set during the Second World War, in the heart of war-torn Europe. The tantalizing story revolves around a horrible What-If scenario, tackling myths and undiscovered secrets and gives all new insights into the terrifying machinations of this era.

'Heart of Empire: Rome' Gets Cancelled

by Rainier on Feb. 8, 2007 @ 2:28 a.m. PST | Filed under News

After previously being delayed until Q1 2007, Paradox Interactive announced it has cancelled Deep Red's strategy and simulation game. Heart of Empire: Rome lets you build & control ancient Rome in glorious real-time 3D. No details as to whether this means the development is halted or just Paradox dropping the title. Deep Silver confirmed to us, they also are no longer publishing HoE: Rome.