by Rainier on Jan. 13, 2009 @ 10:33 a.m. PST | Filed under
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RACE Pro recreates a breathtaking reality giving you the ultimate racing simulation experience with precision physics and handling.
by Rainier on Jan. 13, 2009 @ 7:47 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Whether this is intentional or not, or whether the dates are set or mere projections, Activision Europe has released its upcoming titles release list revealing that Guitar Hero Metallica is scheduled for May, confirming the previously revealed Guitar Hero: Modern Hits for NDS. Indiana Jones: Scepter of Kings seems to be the full title for a new Indie game on NDS, PSP, PS2 and Wii. Other titles listed are Prototype, Monsters vs. Aliens and X-Men Origins: Wolverine, all scheduled for Q2.
by Rainier on Jan. 13, 2009 @ 5:29 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Set 20 years after the events of the original, Star Ocean 2 also receives the full remake treatment aboard the PSP. The title takes the next step with fully animated movies, new character designs, extra playable characters, fully voiced dialogue, and more.
by Rainier on Jan. 13, 2009 @ 2:57 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Set in a modern day survival-horror universe, the co-operative gameplay of Left 4 Dead casts four "Survivors" in an epic struggle against hordes of swarming zombies and terrifying "Boss Infected" mutants. While
last week the X360 edition of L4D received a client-side fix plugging various cheating exploits, Valve
confirmed that it is working on a patch for the PC version, which has been in the works for a while and turned out to be bigger than anticipated. While no details were revealed as to what exactly it will address, it is expected to be released this week.
by Rainier on Jan. 12, 2009 @ 2:56 p.m. PST | 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. All fans who register the MOG retail version will automatically win 5,000 reward points and the MGO Codec Pack (until Feb. 16, 2009)
by Rainier on Jan. 12, 2009 @ 11:42 a.m. PST | Filed under
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More than 20 years ago when a game was born that still is a synonym for a whole gaming genre, The Great Giana Sisters made Jump’n’Run gaming available for home computer users all over the world.
by Rainier on Jan. 12, 2009 @ 10:05 a.m. PST | Filed under
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The newest Edge issue
reveals that Avalanche is not only working on a sequel to Just Cause, but also another open world title what it describes as a mix of "WWI dogfighter pilots, Samurai and medieval knights." Already in development for two years, AionGuard will have you control armies of thousands, and pilot-able dragons as you wage war against the Nazurbaal, who are harvesting the world's magical powers. As you progress through regions, each one will have an enemy stronghold, so you can disrupt supply lines, capture power sources, and befriend local tribes to make your battles easier.
by Rainier on Jan. 12, 2009 @ 9:21 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Tomb Raider: Underworld is an epic adventure game that delivers exploration-based gameplay giving players a new level of challenge and choice as they solve mysteries from exotic locations around the world.
Last week, Eidos revealed Tomb Raider: Underworld fell short of internal expectations, making the company's stock drop 25%, followed by the inevitable layoffs at Crystal Dynamics. One of the 30 victims was creative director Eric Lindstrom,
who said he wished they could have spent more time polishing Underworld.
by Rainier on Jan. 12, 2009 @ 8:22 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Secret Files 2 is a point-and-click adventure game based on mysterious phenomena around the world. As a follow-up to Secret Files: Tunguska, the sequel takes on a different mystery in a totally different location. The first little comic strip featuring the two Secret Files protagonists is now on
the official Web site.
by Rainier on Jan. 12, 2009 @ 5:45 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Set across 6 classic American horror movie inspired levels, Burn Zombie Burn is a 3rd person shoot-em-up in the classic coin-op tradition featuring next-gen game play mechanics, delivering humor and bloody zombie violence in copious amounts!
by Rainier on Jan. 12, 2009 @ 4:43 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Based on Nickelodeon’s upcoming, special April episode of the same name, SpongeBob vs. The Big One, the game will have players slicing and dicing their way in the Krusty Krab kitchen to become the ultimate fry cook in Bikini Bottom.
by Rainier on Jan. 12, 2009 @ 4:42 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Star Ocean: The Last Hope is the latest entry in the futuristic space opera RPG series. Science fiction and fantasy meld in this long-awaited continuation of the celebrated franchise from developer tri-Ace Inc.
by Rainier on Jan. 12, 2009 @ 4:37 a.m. PST | 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 Jan. 12, 2009 @ 4:10 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Aldorlea Tales: 3 Stars of Destiny is an old school RPG developed by Aldorlea Games that will be packed with more than 50 quests, 40 hours of game play and so many places to visit: enchanting woods, soaked swamps, glittering lands of snow, charming valleys and so much more!
by Rainier on Jan. 12, 2009 @ 4:10 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Unity Technologies has appointed video game veteran and middleware pioneer David Lau-Kee as non-executive Chairman, to advise on strategy, growth, and share his industry connections in order to help Unity continue to empower the masses and transform the games industry in exciting new ways.
by Rainier on Jan. 10, 2009 @ 2:57 a.m. PST | 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 Jan. 9, 2009 @ 4:20 p.m. PST | Filed under
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League of Legends, developed by Riot Games, is an online multiplayer session-based game that combines elements of role-playing and strategy genres with addictive battle action. In League of Legends rival teams will compete against one another for victory on highly stylized battlefields and landscapes.
by Rainier on Jan. 9, 2009 @ 4:13 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Mid Dec. 2008 Electronic Arts finally caved and decided to offer its latest titles through Valve's digital delivery system
Steam, in addition to its own, often criticized, EA Store. The initial titles were Spore, Spore Creepy & Cute Parts Pack, Warhammer Online, Mass Effect, Need for Speed Undercover and FIFA Manager 2009, with more to follow. Several weeks later a second batch of titles has been added, Command & Conquer: Red Alert 3, and Dead Space with Mirror's Edge to follow in the near future.
by Rainier on Jan. 9, 2009 @ 2:50 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Buckle up and prepare to unleash anarchy in the ultimate burner’s paradise as Burnout Paradise gives players license to wreak havoc in Paradise City, the ultimate seamless racing battleground with a massive infrastructure of traffic-heavy roads to abuse.
Late last year Criterion revealed one of the four Legendary Cars, and now the three remaining ones are unveiled.
by Rainier on Jan. 9, 2009 @ 1:10 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Tokyo Beat Down is a tale of greed, corruption, and good old-fashion violence. Experience the sweet nostalgia of classic coin-op beat 'em ups, where you must rely on your fists, firearms, and anything else that happens to be lying around to beat the sin out of Tokyo's criminals. What do you do when thugs and hoodlums put peace and freedom in jeopardy?
by Rainier on Jan. 9, 2009 @ 11:31 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Star Ocean: The Last Hope is the latest entry in the futuristic space opera RPG series. Science fiction and fantasy meld in this long-awaited continuation of the celebrated franchise from developer tri-Ace Inc. Originally planned for March 3, Star Ocean: The Last Hope is now scheduled for Feb. 24, 2009.
by Rainier on Jan. 9, 2009 @ 10:41 a.m. PST | Filed under
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The Chronicles of Spellborn is an MMORPG set in the Enclave of the Five Sacrifices. Developed by Dutch studio Spellborn, previously known for Alpha Black Zero, it uses the Unreal 2.5 Engine. Now that the game has launched in Europe, Spellborn reveals what's to come next ...
by Rainier on Jan. 9, 2009 @ 9:12 a.m. PST | Filed under
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High Voltage Hot Rod Show requires players to master more than the basic racing skills to compete. A unique stunt system gives players multiple ways to build boost, drastically increasing a Hot Rod's speed. If you get too greedy, you might crash & burn!
by Rainier on Jan. 9, 2009 @ 9:01 a.m. PST | Filed under
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UK-based distributor PlayV, co-funded by V2.Play and Playlogic, announced its early 2009 line up which sees eleven titles being released across various formats, including releases that cater for both casual and hardcore audiences and it marks a change of momentum for the young venture as it enters the new year.
by Rainier on Jan. 9, 2009 @ 7:42 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Equipped with a variety of unique weapons and gadgets, players will hunt, fight and capture a wide range of supernatural villains in a funny and frightening battle to save New York City from its latest paranormal plague. Earlier this week Sony Pictures revealed the game launch will coincide with the 25th Anniversary Edition of the movie, which is now confirmed by Atari itself ...