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'Space Empires V' - v1.25 Updated Demo Available NOW

by Rainier on Jan. 31, 2007 @ 5:31 p.m. PST | Filed under News

Space Empires V completely updates the user interface, and takes the player into a real-time rendered 3D universe. Watch space battles play out in glorious detail with realistic effects. This v1.25 demo is updated with the latest code, but features the same content (tutorial, quick start, full game limited to 100 turns)

'Medal of Honor Vanguard' (PS2/Wii) - 2 New Screens

by Rainier on Jan. 31, 2007 @ 5:27 p.m. PST | Filed under News

In Medal of Honor Vanguard you reprise the role of Frank Keegan, Corporal of the 82nd Airborne Division and engage in behind enemy lines missions throughout Europe, epic battles that turned America’s first paratroopers into heroes of WWII.

Various Game Trailers #995

by Rainier on Jan. 31, 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:

  • Age of Conan: Hyborian Adventures - Field of the Dead Trailer
  • SKATE [PS3/X360] - Dennis Busenitz Trailer
  • Loki - Trailer (3)
  • City Life: World Edition - Trailer #2
  • Virtua Fighter 5 (PS3/X360) - Trailer #9
  • NBA Street Homecourt [PS3/X360] - Homecourt Challenge Trailer
  • Crackdown [X360] - Achievements Trailer


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

Join the 'Battlefield 2142 Northern Strike' Beta Now!

by Rainier on Jan. 31, 2007 @ 4:15 p.m. PST | Filed under News

DICE has recently announced closed beta testing for Northern Strike, the latest Battlefield 2142 Booster Pack featuring 3 new maps, 2 new vehicles, unlocks and more. Unlike most of the beta programs, this one will feature RANKED servers. Testing will be conducted on Ranked Servers and stats won't be wiped. Sign up in order to access the Battlefield 2142 Northern Strike Beta, and follow the instructions for the beta.

'Diner Dash' (GBA/NDS/PSP) - 8 New Screens

by Rainier on Jan. 31, 2007 @ 3:53 p.m. PST | Filed under News

In Diner Dash, you play the restaurant entrepreneur Flo, out to work her way up to the top of the food service industry. The game blends fast-paced action puzzles with a build-your-restaurant-empire theme through over 40 different levels.

'NBA Street Homecourt' (X360) Demo Coming Friday

by Rainier on Jan. 31, 2007 @ 3:33 p.m. PST | Filed under News

A day later than previously scheduled, EA announced that the NBA Street Homecourt will hit Xbox Live on Friday, allowing you to check out the new Trick Remixer and Flight Control systems, and play the Denver Nuggets (with Carmelo Anthony) vs. the Detroit Pistons (with Rip Hamilton) at Venice Beach.

'God of War II' (PS2) - 26 New Screens & Trailers

by Rainier on Jan. 31, 2007 @ 12:59 p.m. PST | Filed under News

God of War II is a groundbreaking, PS2 exclusive, combat action-adventure game based on Greek mythology, where you will get reacquainted with the vicious ex-Spartan warrior Kratos and embark on the continuing epic odyssey.

'The Sims 2 Pets' - v1.6.0.273 Patch Available NOW

by Rainier on Jan. 31, 2007 @ 12:06 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 v1.6.0.273 patch addresses a slew of bugs, crashes and various other tweaks.

Twisted Studio Formed

by Rainier on Jan. 31, 2007 @ 11:56 a.m. PST | Filed under News

Created by three recent graduates of University of Teesside in computer games programming and design, Twisted Studio has announced ambitious plans to establish itself as a creative company routinely associated with high-quality products, developing and distributing enjoyable and innovative gaming titles on a regular basis.

'Sacred 2' - 9 New Screens

by Rainier on Jan. 31, 2007 @ 11:50 a.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.