by Rainier on May 13, 2009 @ 7:07 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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While Treyarch finished up Call of Duty: World at War last year and Infinity Ward is in full development on Modern Warfare 2, it seems the next installment of Call of Duty is already being worked on. Treyarch senior animator David Kim's
LinkedIn profile reveals that he is currently on his second title as a senior animator in the games industry with Call Of Duty 7 (
thanks superannuation).
by Rainier on May 13, 2009 @ 6:34 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Kingdom Hearts: 358/2 Days is set during the KH II events, and has Roxas as the main character. You will explore a variety of Disney worlds in not only single-player mode, but also in multiplayer missions made possible by the NDS' networking features.
by Rainier on May 13, 2009 @ 5:57 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Back in March Deep Silver and Apogee Software started looking for the next live-action Duke Nukem actor to represent the upcoming NDS/PSP games. Due to popular demand, the search has evolved from a three-city tour into a massive online audition open to anyone willing to take on the challenge.
by Rainier on May 13, 2009 @ 5:27 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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In East India Company, players will enjoy building the world's most powerful trading empire and engaging in fierce battles in both single-player and multiplayer modes, all within a breathtaking cinematic environment.
by Rainier on May 13, 2009 @ 5:16 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Creative Minx Marketing announced that it will represent EA for outbound licensing opportunities across multiple categories, such as collectibles, peripherals, apparel, and accessories for blockbuster franchises like The Sims, MySims, Dead Space, Mass Effect 2, Dragon Age, Dante's Inferno and Army of Two.
by Rainier on May 12, 2009 @ 3:00 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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TF2 is a class-based, multiplayer team warfare game, delivering new game types, a signature art style powered by Valve’s next-gen animation technology, persistent player statistics, etc... The sniper revamp is nearing completion and Valve revealed today that it will add a bow & arrow (18 arrows, and power shot) with the ability to pin your enemies to the wall.
by Rainier on May 12, 2009 @ 5:45 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Trinigy announced that it has signed a multi-platform license deal with Finland-based development studio Nitro Games, which is currently finishing up its RTS East India Company, granting it the rights to utilize Trinigy’s Vision Game Engine for the development of Cutthroat.
by Rainier on May 12, 2009 @ 3:47 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Jerry Bruckheimer and MTV Games announced two executive appointments that officially mark the producer's entrance into the video game industry, Microsoft/Halo producer Jim Veevaert and Ubisoft VP Jay Cohen.
by Rainier on May 12, 2009 @ 3:11 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Sumthing Else Music Works has entered into a multiple-title licensing partnership with Capcom to release the original soundtrack albums for franchises such as Bionic Commando, Resident Evil, Dead Rising, Street Fighter and Monster Hunter.
by Rainier on May 11, 2009 @ 5:59 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Rock Band 2 builds upon the original to introduce co-op band gameplay, multiple instruments, online multiplayer, unparalleled downloadable content and raises the bar by delivering an entirely new level of depth, connectivity, authenticity and features.
A current poll is asking fans for favorite live versions of the songs to be included in a Pearl Jam Live Rock Band compilation. Whether this is an all new game or
an AC/DC like expansion is not clear yet.
by Rainier on May 11, 2009 @ 2:34 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Metal Gear Online is a dedicated online game featuring characters, weaponry and levels taken from and inspired by Metal Gear Solid 4, allowing up to 16 people to play simultaneously.
by Rainier on May 11, 2009 @ 12:39 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Star Trek: D.A.C. is a fast-paced, top-down 3D space shooter where you can battle as the Federation against the Romulans in singleplayer, team up with a friend for co-op or go online in 6vs6 multiplayer mode. Deck your Avatar out and grab a seat at the poker table. Create your own luck of the draw in an Xbox LIVE Party by stealing chips, folding for free, or revealing the community cards in advance.
by Rainier on May 11, 2009 @ 9:38 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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NCsoft reported earnings results for 2009 Q1, revealing sales came of $USD 107.7 million, with its net profit jumping 422% to $USD 27.0 million, mainly boosted by the solid maintenance of Lineage and Lineage II sales, in addition to Aion sales.
by Thomas Wilde on May 11, 2009 @ 9:00 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Dead to Rights: Retribution is a ground-up reinvention of its crime action series, thrusting players into a mature neo-noir crime drama as a vice cop Jack Slate and his canine companion Shadow. The game introduces new gameplay elements that unify the third person shooting and brawling genres for a brutal and relentless new action-driven experience.
by Rainier on May 11, 2009 @ 6:12 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Eidos-Montréal is not only working on Deus Ex 3, but as rumored the past few weeks, is excited to unveil its previously secret second title in development at the studio, the next installment in the legendary Thief series.
by Rainier on May 11, 2009 @ 5:25 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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The PSP version adds all new story chapters with a new main character, adding even more replay value to the already feature-packed title. With new characters, skills, items, and battle system, Disgaea 2: Dark Hero Days is ready to please even the most hardcore SRPG enthusiasts.
by Rainier on May 11, 2009 @ 3:40 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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WH 40k: Dawn of War II takes players to the brutal frontlines of war where they’ll experience intense action and visceral combat through a non-linear single player experience and a fully co-op campaign.
by Rainier on May 9, 2009 @ 12:27 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Star Wars: The Clone Wars - Republic Heroes is set between seasons 1 and 2 of the Clone Wars animated series and features playable heroes such as Anakin Skywalker, Obi-Wan Kenobi, Mace Windu, Kit Fisto, and various clone troopers, giving you the possibility to team up with a friend in online co-op. While there is no official announcement yet, the game is in development for PS3, X360, Wii, PC and NDS, scheduled on Sept 15, 2009. Head on over to Entertainment Weekly for
the first teaser trailer.
by Rainier on May 8, 2009 @ 6:05 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Microïds' Still Life 2, developed by Gameco Studios, is a real-time 3D adventure game where you play FBI agent and profiler Victoria McPherson, investigating some of North America's most difficult and darkest crimes.
by Rainier on May 8, 2009 @ 11:53 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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WH 40k: Dawn of War II takes players to the brutal frontlines of war where they’ll experience intense action and visceral combat through a non-linear single player experience and a fully co-op campaign.
by Rainier on May 8, 2009 @ 11:34 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Gears of War 2: All Fronts Collection is a value-packed compilation that combines all previous Gears of War 2 Game add-ons with brand new multiplayer and campaign content. Microsoft is giving fans an opportunity to meet the developers, and play an unreleased multiplayer map on May 15 in Seattle...
by Rainier on May 8, 2009 @ 11:00 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Plants vs. Zombies is an all-new action-strategy game from PopCap, known for Bejeweled and Peggle! Zombies are invading your home, and the only defense is your arsenal of plants!
by Rainier on May 8, 2009 @ 8:56 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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This weekend Good Old Games are encouraging everyone to try out two great titles from Ascaron Entertainment:
Sacred Gold and DarkStar One. Only this weekend, everyone can get them with a 25% discount — that's $7.49 each!
by Rainier on May 8, 2009 @ 7:06 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Armada Music, Cloud 9 Music and Foreign Media Games are collaborating to develop Armin van Buuren: In The Mix, allowing players to experience for themselves what it is like to be a DJ like Armin, mixing electronic dance music and interacting with the audience.
by Rainier on May 8, 2009 @ 6:45 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Fallout 3 places a player in the role of a Vault-dweller, who ventures from his secluded, underground survival Vault into a post-apocalyptic world of mutants, radiation, gangs and violence. The Broken Steel DLC lets you continue the adventure past the main quest by joining the ranks of the Brotherhood of Steel and ridding the Capital Wasteland of the Enclave once and for all.
Earlier this week, Bethesda released the DLC on Xbox 360 and PC, but unfortunately a Games for Windows-related issue broke the release, which has now been fixed.