by Rainier on July 1, 2008 @ 10:11 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Adam Powell and Donna Williams, the original creators and founders of the Neopets online social network, have launched Meteor Games, a new independent game studio based in West Hollywood, Calif.
by Rainier on July 1, 2008 @ 8:40 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Set in the prehistoric ages, StoneAge 2, DigiPark's casual MMORPG, brings a mixture of dinosaurs of unimaginable heights and invisible spirits who help humans roam altered terrains such as dungeons and arid desserts.
by Rainier on July 1, 2008 @ 4:36 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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SOCOM: U.S. Navy SEALs Confrontation focuses on online play and the global community and clans that support it, with support for Tournaments, Clan Ladders, and Leader Boards. Additionally, players will be able to modify their appearance through facial and physical customization. While previously set for Sept. 16 release
Gamestop now lists a Oct. 14, 2008 launch.
by Rainier on July 1, 2008 @ 3:00 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Codemasters' Rise Of The Argonauts is an action/rpg developed by Liquid Entertainment, known for War of the Ring and Dragonshard. Set in ancient Greece you will embark on an epic quest, and encounter legendary figures such as Jason, Hercules and Atalanta.
by Rainier on June 30, 2008 @ 6:18 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Madden NFL 09 marks the 20th anniversary of the franchises, and the game will feature adaptable gameplay tailored to every type of gamer, online enhancements and a broadcast style presentation delivering an authentic NFL experience.
by Rainier on June 30, 2008 @ 2:06 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Last year MTV and Harmonix promised that The Who's 1971 classic rock album Who's Next would be downloadable but so far it has not been offered s DLC yet.
The reason came clear today as Harmonix has been unable to locate all the masters of the decades old album and will instead team up with Pete Townshend and Roger Daltrey to create a 12-song best-of compilation pack of master recordings instead.
by Rainier on June 30, 2008 @ 9:29 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Based on the upcoming doll line and animated movie, Bratz Girlz Really Rock will feature an exciting story line and a full range of activities including live music performances, a makeover station with the latest make-up and hairstyling choices, a fashion design suite as well as skydiving and miniature golf to play with a friend.
by Rainier on June 30, 2008 @ 9:23 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Mushroom Men: Rise of the Fungi tells the story of the birth of the Mushroom Men. It starts out with the simple tribe of Bolete learning to live off the land, struggling against their environment for a time until the Amanitas Empire arrives. To their dismay, the Bolete learn that their fellow Mushroom Men aren't any better than the hostile insects and other creatures that threaten them.
by Rainier on June 30, 2008 @ 6:39 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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EA announced that
The Sims 2 Store is now live, allowing The Sims 2 players to choose from a range of thousands of items ranging from fashions, furnishings, decor, to entertainment, home office items, etc., and download them directly into their The Sims 2 games
by Rainier on June 30, 2008 @ 5:27 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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SpongeBob SquarePants featuring Nicktoons: Globs of Doom is an action-packed adventure featuring 10 playable characters from some of the most popular Nickelodeon TV shows, as well as numerous iconic locations such as Retroville, Amity Park and Bikini Bottom. Players will play cooperatively as both heroes and villains while utilizing special gadgets in order to defeat the Morphoids.
by Rainier on June 30, 2008 @ 4:32 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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New reports from market research company DFC Intelligence forecasts worldwide video game industry revenue to reach $57 billion in 2009, including revenue from video game hardware and software, consoles, handhelds, PC games (including MMOs). There are currently 11 countries that have annual video game revenue in excess of $1 billion.
by Rainier on June 29, 2008 @ 2:37 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Clear Sky is a survival FPS game based on a 'what-if' scenario of the second Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant accident. The game is created as a warning to mankind against mindless play with technologies.
by Rainier on June 28, 2008 @ 12:28 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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At the Interactive Digital & Entertainment Festival in Cannes earlier this week,
THQ revealed that it is bringing SimBin's RACE racing game to the X360, currently scheduled for Nov. 2008. Race 360 will feature 350 cars, 15 tracks, 7 modes, 2 player splitscreen, and up to 12 players online. Currently there are plans for seven DLC packages planned through Xbox Live, two shortly after launch which will be free.
by Rainier on June 28, 2008 @ 3:40 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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At World Wide Invitational in Paris, Blizzard officially announced the third installment in the Diablo franchise! A short demo showed off the Barbarian & witch doctor classes, picking up God Of War like red orbs as health, busting through walls, which also does damage to enemies, co-op, customized equipment for each class, promising more quests than in previous titles, improved controls, easy access to skills through a revamped hotbar, and of course all in nice 3D.
by Rainier on June 27, 2008 @ 5:53 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Today Project Top Secret officially reaches the most anticipated milestone yet as Acclaim finally announces the winner of the Directorship, Michael “Doran” Zummo. Mike will be offered the biggest career bump in the industry as he’s offered the directorship of an upcoming game from Acclaim Games, working with David Perry as Executive Producer.
by Rainier on June 27, 2008 @ 1:00 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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SOCOM: U.S. Navy SEALs Confrontation focuses on online play and the global community and clans that support it, with support for Tournaments, Clan Ladders, and Leader Boards. Additionally, players will be able to modify their appearance through facial and physical customization.
by Rainier on June 27, 2008 @ 10:19 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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SOCOM: U.S. Navy SEALs Confrontation focuses on online play and the global community and clans that support it, with support for Tournaments, Clan Ladders, and Leader Boards. Reminiscent of Warhawk, SCEA confirmed that SOCOM: U.S. Navy SEALs Confrontation will come bundled with a bluetooth headset.
by Rainier on June 27, 2008 @ 6:01 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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38 Studios announced the appointment of Thom Ang as Director of Art to oversee the management and direction of all aspects of 38 Studios artistic development, including the MMOG codenamed Copernicus, and work closely with Todd McFarlane and R. A. Salvatore
by Rainier on June 27, 2008 @ 3:42 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Men of War is 1C Company's latest RTS, taking place in Europe during the height of WWII. The story unfolds across three different campaigns played out through the eyes of Soviet, Allied and German soldiers.
by Rainier on June 26, 2008 @ 4:34 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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As society succumbs to a worldwide energy crisis, a new global depression takes hold. Amidst this desperate backdrop, two superpower alliances emerge. Join the battle on the frontlines of tomorrow as the Western Coalition or the Red Star Alliance. Early July Kaos will release a multiplayer demo featuring the Oilfield and GNAW maps, updated with the latest v1.1.1 code, will be released.
by Rainier on June 26, 2008 @ 12:16 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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EA unveiled new game details and the line-look for its Wii exclusive "All-Play" products, starting with next month's NCAA Football 09 All-Play, designed for social play and featuring unique controls, distinct presentation and a style of play that is inviting to players of all skill levels.
by Rainier on June 26, 2008 @ 11:34 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Meridian4 announced that Buka's catalogue of games is rolling out over the Internet, with many titles available at your favorite digital distribution channel. Titles including Battle Mages, Battle Mages - Sign of Darkness, Operation Matriarchy, Entente: WWI Battlefields and just recently, Pacific Storm became available on Steam. Purchase it before July 1, save 20% off $19.99.
by Rainier on June 26, 2008 @ 11:28 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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High School Musical 3: Senior Year DANCE! allows players to dance along with favorite characters to familiar High School Musical songs from all three movies, while High School Musical 3: Senior Year features all new songs from the upcoming theatrical release and lets fans play through the game as the Wildcat whose personality is most like theirs.
by Rainier on June 26, 2008 @ 9:25 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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SimBin celebrates its five-year anniversary by giving away "Andy Priaulx Crown Place Race Way" on Steam, which includes a brand-new island track and new cars from triple-World Champion Andy Priaulx in his BMW 320si from WTCC and Fabrizio Giovanardi in his Vauxhall Vectra VXR from the BTCC.
by Rainier on June 26, 2008 @ 6:40 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Clear Sky is a survival FPS game based on a 'what-if' scenario of the second Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant accident. The game is created as a warning to mankind against mindless play with technologies.