by Rainier on June 16, 2009 @ 6:02 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Melbourne-based Big Ant Studios, known for Spyro: The Eternal Night (PS2) and Hellboy: The Science of Evil (PSP), revealed that it is bringing AFL to the current-gen system and is currently developing it for PS3, Xbox 360 and PC, scheduled for 2010. AFL will take advantage of the online capabilities of Xbox/Windows Live and PSN. The game will support four-player local co-op/competitive play or two-player co-op/competitive play online.
by Rainier on June 16, 2009 @ 2:45 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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On-field authenticity and emotion is taken to another level in Madden NFL 10. With more control over the outcome of the play than ever before, players can drag defenders towards the first down marker, fight for a fumble at the bottom of the pile, and avoid the rush by stepping up into the pocket. Fans who pre-order at GameStop get a playable demo featuring four, 5-minute quarters in a rematch between the Cardinals and Steelers.
by Rainier on June 16, 2009 @ 2:26 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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While Midway is selling off most of its assets, Midway NewCastle (known for Wheelman) is working on an all-new IP. Powered by the Unreal Engine 3, Necessary Force is an open world action game where you play a Dirty Harry style cop who does whatever it takes to get the job done.
by Rainier on June 16, 2009 @ 1:26 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Spearfishing is the first underwater next-gen hunting simulator, ideal for those who like action, simulators games and also for underwater hunting professionals and amateurs.
by Rainier on June 16, 2009 @ 10:00 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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In Boom Blox Bash Party the destructive fun reaches new heights with richer multiplayer action and more than 400 new levels that will have players of all ages gaming together and solving action-packed puzzles under water, in zero gravity, and beyond!
by Rainier on June 16, 2009 @ 7:00 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Atlantica Online is bringing back turn-based and strategic gameplay to give a fresh face to the MMO world, a thinking person's game, giving you the chance to really strategize using the combat, mercenary and city/country management system.
by Rainier on June 16, 2009 @ 6:23 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Sony Computer Entertainment Europe announced that it has extended its sponsorship agreement for the UEFA Champions League until 2012 and the UEFA Super Cup in 2009, 2010 and 2011.
by Rainier on June 16, 2009 @ 4:33 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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MadWorld is a third-person action game that has a unique black & white style depicting a sharp backdrop that straddles graphic novels and 3-D worlds, mixing irreverent humor and over-the-top violence. On June 30, you will be able order a copy of the MadWorld soundtrack through Sumthing Distribution for $15.99 (CD or download).
by Rainier on June 15, 2009 @ 6:39 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Majesco released its financial results for the Q2 2009, revealing that its net revenues increased 60.8% to $20.5 million versus $12.8 million in 2008, however it also shows an operating loss of $0.6 million, compared to a $0.3 million loss last year.
by Rainier on June 15, 2009 @ 3:46 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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echochrome is a puzzle game featuring 56 exclusive levels on each platform, designed to match each platform's characteristics. You are challenged to play within 5 simple laws of perspective that govern how one advances through each stage.
by Rainier on June 15, 2009 @ 11:53 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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MGS4 is set in a war-torn future where huge conglomerates, including those in the Middle East and South America, fight for supremacy using armies of hand-picked mercenaries. To celebrate its first anniversary Konami will release Metal Gear announcements all week long. Each day this week Metal Gear fans can expect to receive game updates and other announcements.
by Rainier on June 15, 2009 @ 11:03 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Rock Band Country Track Pack is a standalone software product that allows owners of Rock Band) and Rock Band 2 to keep the party going with 21 songs from an outstanding mix of country artists, including Kenny Chesney, Alan Jackson, Shania Twain, Rascal Flatts and the legendary Kenny Rogers.
by Rainier on June 15, 2009 @ 10:49 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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This latest PSP installment picks up where Metal Gear Solid 3 for the PS2 leaves off as players take control of the famed Naked Snake. Taking place in 1974, Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker features original game design, story and scenario by Hideo Kojima.
by Rainier on June 15, 2009 @ 9:54 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Aspyr Media has partnered with 1C Company to bring two new PC games to North America. Death to Spies: Moment of Truth and XIII Century Gold Edition, which includes both XIII Century: Death or Glory and the upcoming sequel XIII Century: Blood of Europe, will be available this summer, both DRM-free.
by Rainier on June 14, 2009 @ 9:41 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Lips is a music and singing game that includes 30 songs, 2 wireless interactive microphones (with motion sensors that allow you to dance, move or swing to score points), the ability to use and sing your own music or download songs from an online service.
by Rainier on June 13, 2009 @ 3:21 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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In Golf Training with David Lead Better and IMG, supporting MotionPlus and Balance Board, individual direction is given by David Leadbetter who over the past 30 years has published more training manuals than any other golfer in the world.
by Rainier on June 12, 2009 @ 2:40 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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An ad on the Steam service
reveals that Bethesda is expanding its Steam offerings beyond Fallout 3, as not only Call of Cthulu: Dark Corners of the Earth, but also The Elder Scrolls III: Morrowind and its sequel The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion will soon be downloadable, both in their respective Game of the Year Editions. While no specific release date was revealed, they will be on offer at a 20% discount upon its debut.
by Rainier on June 12, 2009 @ 8:57 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Free Realms is a free whimsical fantasy massively multiplayer RPG from Sony Online offering lighthearted adventuring, aimed primarily at casual female gamers, and optional bonus content via micro transactions.
by Rainier on June 12, 2009 @ 4:38 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Gears of War 2 picks up six months after the events of the original, thrusting players back into humankind's epic battle for survival against a nightmarish force of underground creatures known as the Locust Horde. While Epic
previously stated that GoW2 would not be coming to PC, a
product page on this online retailer has details, a Games for Windows box cover and a Dec. 4, 2009, release date. When asked for a comment, Microsoft denied the listing.
by Rainier on June 11, 2009 @ 1:58 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Guitar Hero: World Tour will feature guitar, vocals, drums, the ability to create your own songs (and upload them on GHTunes), four-player on/offline co-op, and an eight-player battle of the bands multiplayer mode (4vs4).
by Rainier on June 11, 2009 @ 10:12 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Backbreaker is taking sports video games to a place where the action is never the same and every hit looks and feels as realistic as a Sunday afternoon. Utilizing NaturalMotion’s euphoria motion synthesis engine, you’ll never see the same tackle again. Ever.
by Rainier on June 11, 2009 @ 6:54 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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For the first time ever, you can customize the makeup of your band with any combination of instruments in-game: two guitars and two drums, or three guitars and a microphone, etc. GH 5 will also feature new gameplay modes like Party Play and RockFest putting fun, competition and control at center stage as fans tailor the experience to match their personal style and interests.
by Rainier on June 10, 2009 @ 5:10 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Battlefield Heroes is a Play 4 Free cartoon-style shooter that will bring classic Battlefield gameplay to a mass audience, featuring a built-in matchmaking system to ensure that players of equal skill are paired together for fair play.
by Rainier on June 10, 2009 @ 2:56 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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League of Legends is a session-based online multiplayer game that combines elements of RPG and RTS genres with addictive battle action where rival teams compete against one another for victory on highly stylized battlefields and landscapes.
by Rainier on June 10, 2009 @ 10:32 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Set approx. 10 years after the events of the original, the halls of Rapture once again echo with sins of the past. All along the Atlantic coastline, a monster has been snatching little girls and bringing them back to Rapture. You will play as the first Big Daddy as you travel through the decrepit and beautiful fallen city, chasing an unseen foe in search of answers and your own survival.