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Arkane Studios Reveals 'The Crossing'

by Rainier on Dec. 23, 2006 @ 4:35 a.m. PST | Filed under News

While details are as good as non-existant, Dark Messiah of Might & Magic developer Arkane Studios and the art Director of Half-Life 2 are working on an all new project, The Crossing, powered by Valve's Source engine. According to 1UP this game, if pulled off successfully, could create a new genre of gaming, as it merges singleplayer with multiplayer in what is being called crossplayer-FPS. The Crossing will be cover story on the next Games for Windows issue.

'Hellgate: London' - 10 New Screens

by Rainier on Dec. 23, 2006 @ 12:11 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Hellgate: London is an RPG set in the immersive first-person perspective. With a completely randomized world that offers a unique experience every time you play, Hellgate: London introduces a demon-ridden place where the last survivors of the human race must meld science and magic to survive.

'Live For Speed: S2' - v0.5V Alpha Patch/Demo Available NOW

by Rainier on Dec. 22, 2006 @ 11:11 p.m. PST | Filed under News

With LFS S2 important features have been added, dynamic camber (improved simulation of suspension and different suspension types), highly detailed tyre physics and a damage model have been introduced. The LFS team has released a new update for the LfS S2 alpha demo adding stability, several fixes, and an in-game autoupdate function.

'Jade Empire: Special Edition' - 11 New Screens

by Rainier on Dec. 22, 2006 @ 5:42 p.m. PST | Filed under News

BioWare is bringing an enhanced version, high-resolution graphics and new visual effects, of Jade Empire to the PC. The original, story of Jade Empire is injected with new monsters, weapons, combat styles, new challenges, and special items to discover.

'Sacred 2' - Screen & Trailers

by Rainier on Dec. 22, 2006 @ 5:16 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Sacred 2 is a deep fantasy RPG where players are immersed in an epic journey through the medieval-like kingdom of Ancaria. Highly action-oriented, Ascaron's Sacred 2 features pitched battles and a wide range of enticing quests.

'Silverfall' - v1.13 French Patch Available NOW

by Rainier on Dec. 22, 2006 @ 4:58 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Silverfall is a fantasy-style 3D action RPG that casts players into a world torn between science and nature. Monte Cristo has released the first patch bringing your French retail game to v1.13 and adds various optimizations, UI changes, multiplayer fixes, and other tweaks.

Various Game Trailers #967

by Rainier on Dec. 22, 2006 @ 4:53 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:

  • C&C 3: Tiberium Wars [X360] - Trailer
  • Ar Tonelico [PS2] - Trailer #2
  • Sacred 2 - Trailer #2
  • The Lord of the Rings Online: Shadows of Angmar - Trailer #5
  • Battlestations Midway [X360/PC] - Gameplay Trailer #4


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

'The Sims 2 Pets' - Body Shop Patch Available NOW

by Rainier on Dec. 22, 2006 @ 4:38 p.m. PST | Filed under News

The Sims 2 Pets allows players to create and control digital characters throughout their lives while determining the outcome of their relationships and choosing their destiny. Each platform will feature customized content. This patch allows the Body Shop to be compatible with previous Expansion Packs.

'Tomb Raider Anniversary' (PSP/PS2/PC) - 15 New Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on Dec. 22, 2006 @ 4:27 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Using an enhanced ‘Tomb Raider: Legend’ game engine, the graphics, technology and physics bring Lara’s adventure and pursuit of a mystical artefact known only as the Scion right up to today’s technology standards and will offer gamers a completely new gameplay experience.

'1701 AD' - v1.01 Patch Available NOW

by Rainier on Dec. 22, 2006 @ 9:18 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Weigh anchor, sail the seven seas, explore new continents and foreign cultures. Demonstrate your strategic skills, business acumen and diplomatic finesse. Revel in the jubilant cheers of your people – but don't disappoint them. This v1.01 patch is for the US version and updates gfx on the G80, improves unit balancing, and fixes a slew of other issues.