by Thomas on Aug. 7, 2003 @ 5:51 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Nurve Networks LLC unveils what is undoubtedly the most unexpected kind of new video game system: one that users will build and program themselves.
Video games generate billions of dollars in revenue each year and game programming books occupy rows of bookstore shelf space. Video game development has made its way into college curriculums and entire game programming universities have emerged. But, video games run on advanced hardware, the design of which is a black art that few understand. For over 10 years, books by Computer Scientist and best-selling game development author Andre' LaMothe have taught generations of game developers to create today's cutting-edge video games. Now, his focus is changing from video game software to video game hardware with the unveiling of the XGameStation, a revolutionary new video game system that offers users what no PlayStation or XBOX can - knowledge.
by Thomas on Aug. 6, 2003 @ 11:36 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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BioWare Corp. and Obsidian Entertainment, Inc. jointly announced a commitment to explore opportunities for collaboration in the development of PC and console games.
"BioWare is currently in the fortunate position of having more attractive looking opportunities on the table than we're capable of implementing while staying true to our fans' expectations of a quality gaming experience. We think several of these opportunities have the potential for critical and commercial success and are interested in exploring ways in which BioWare can expand its capacity to bring these projects to market," said Dr. Greg Zeschuk, Joint CEO, BioWare Corp.
by Thomas on Aug. 5, 2003 @ 9:06 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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It is the 41st Millennium and there is only war – the next 24 hours could be your last! This is the hugely intimidating scenario facing players of Fire Warrior, the brand new action-packed first person shooter from THQ. The game is set in the dark gothic sci-fi future of the immensely popular world of Warhammer 40,000. Your name is Kais and you're a young Tau warrior set to embark on a journey to become a Fire Warrior by completing your 'Trial by Fire' - your very first combat experience.
by Thomas on Aug. 5, 2003 @ 7:28 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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JoWood Productions today released the English playable demo of AquaNox 2: Revelation, offering a new chance to try out this submersed 3D action game by Massive Development. This massive demo contains two instant action missions, Convoy Attack and Crawler Hideout, as well as the "Stoney in a Fix" mission from the single-player campaign.. (thanks
3DGamers) Download from 3DGamers
here!
Other download links here (266 MB)!
by Thomas on Aug. 5, 2003 @ 4:33 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Capcom today released Chaos Legion, a new brand of action gaming for the PlayStation2 computer entertainment system. Chaos Legion submits an entirely new way to play an action game, offering complete control over both the hero and the mighty legions he can summon. Players have the ability to acquire a substantial variety of new defensive and offensive moves as they are propelled through this epic saga. Chaos Legion is rated “T” for teen audiences by the ESRB and is now available at retailers across North America.
by Thomas on Aug. 5, 2003 @ 4:24 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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The time of year is approaching when all the movers and shakers of the European gaming world head to London to see the latest that the world of gaming has to offer. This year for the first time ECTS forms part of the newly created London Games Week, a packed schedule of gaming events taking place in the last week of August. As part of London Games Week the ECTS show is coming to Earls Court, London on 27th to 29th August and Nintendo will be there.
by Thomas on Aug. 4, 2003 @ 11:06 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Entertainment software publisher NovaLogic Ltd. today announced their plans to hit a new street date of first quarter 2004 for the brand new multiplayer based PC title Joint Operations.
“Joint Operations will be NovaLogic’s first pan-European release” commented Paul Rebhan, Managing Director of NovaLogic Ltd. “We’re looking forward to offering European gamers - the most compelling experience of the modern battlefield ever seen.”
Set in Indonesia in the near future, Joint Operations takes the player to a country on the verge of disintegration. Regional independence movements have acquired advanced weaponry as the nation's military splits into competing factions. Escalating violence threatens innocent civilians and Western economic interests.
Joint Operations will ship during Q1 2004 on PC CD ROM.
by Thomas on Aug. 4, 2003 @ 3:48 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Echelon: Wind Warriors is the next evolution in futuristic flight combat that delivers the latest technical and gameplay innovations demanded by today's experienced game playing audience without sacrificing accessibility for newcomers. Players fly a variety of futuristic aircraft through a number of new missions set on a spectacular continent that takes seven hours of real-time flying to cross... Today we serve up ten gusty screenshots to keep you going till next month's release.
by Thomas on Aug. 1, 2003 @ 6:19 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Crave Entertainment, a publisher of videogame entertainment, announced today that three new titles: Mojo!, eJay Clubworld and Butt Ugly Martians: Zoom or Doom! for the PlayStation2 computer entertainment system have shipped to retailers.
by Thomas on Aug. 1, 2003 @ 2:22 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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One of Russia's leading game publishers and distributors Buka Entertainment has signed a major software deal with middleware developer LifeMode Interactive, to use its unique and innovative real-time facial animation technology solution 'LifeStudio:HEAD', for two forthcoming game projects that will be released next year.
by Rainier on Aug. 1, 2003 @ 1:18 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Another day, another batch of game trailers were released. Instead of giving them all their own posts, we grouped them, and so far there are trailers for :
- Lords Of Everquest - Trailer
- Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles - Trailer
- Lock On - Trailer
We will update this throughout the day when new trailers become available. Read more for download links ...
by Rainier on Aug. 1, 2003 @ 12:37 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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The Natural Selection 2.0 Windows Client Files have been released Please keep in mind that these files are only if you wish to PLAY the game, and cannot be used to host the game. Read more for download links ...
by Rainier on July 31, 2003 @ 12:58 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Electronic Arts today announced plans to release this September the SimCity 4 Deluxe Edition in North America. Players can now make the biggest cities with the most comprehensive and exciting SimCity ever. SimCity 4 Deluxe Edition includes SimCity 4, the best-selling PC game of 2003 to date* and the franchise's first expansion pack, SimCity 4 Rush Hour, that focuses on the #1 most requested feature among fans, transportation. SimCity 4 Rush Hour also is scheduled for release September 2003.
by Rainier on July 31, 2003 @ 9:57 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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NovaLogic Ltd. today announced their plans to hit a new street date of first quarter 2004 for the brand new multiplayer based PC title Joint Operations. "Joint Operations will be NovaLogic's first pan-European release" commented Paul Rebhan, Managing Director of NovaLogic Ltd. "We're looking forward to offering European gamers - the most compelling experience of the modern battlefield ever seen." Set in Indonesia in the near future, Joint Operations takes the player to a country on the verge of disintegration. Regional independence movements have acquired advanced weaponry as the nation's military splits into competing factions. Escalating violence threatens innocent civilians and Western economic interests. Joint Operations will ship during Q1 2004 on PC.
by Rainier on July 31, 2003 @ 12:22 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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The Natural Selection 2.0 Dedicated Linux and Windows Server Files have been released Please keep in mind that these files are only for server operators and cannot be used to play the game. This package contains the win32 and linux files. Read more for download links ...
by Rainier on July 30, 2003 @ 11:07 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Already announced a week ago by EA Australia, it is now also shipping in North America. Universal war is imminent and it's time to join the battle in Aliens versus Predator Extinction for the PlayStation2 and the Xbox. Based on the blockbuster Aliens and Predator sci-fi film franchises from Twentieth Century Fox, Aliens versus Predator Extinction gives players the ability to play as one of three species: Aliens, Predators or Colonial Marines. The title, co-published by Electronic Arts and Fox Interactive, has begun shipping on the PlayStation 2 and will ship August 5 on the Xbox.
by Rainier on July 30, 2003 @ 2:25 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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NS 2.0 is a significant step forward in the process of merging first person shooters with real-time strategy into a combination of truly atmospheric and social gaming. With huge improvements over the previous gameplay of 1.04, plus plenty of all new features, levels, animations, sounds, and artwork, Natural Selection 2.0 stands ready to turn online gaming back on its ear just like its first release last October. Nearly every aspect of the game has been revisited and reworked from feedback from hundreds of the top NS veterans and thousands of games played on public and private servers around the globe. Read more to check out some nifty screens ...
by Rainier on July 29, 2003 @ 2:31 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Another day, another batch of game trailers were released. Instead of giving them all their own posts, we grouped them, and so far there are trailers for :
- Hunter The Reckoning: Redeemer - Trailer
- Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Chaos Bleeds- Trailer
- The Hobbit - Trailer
- Ghost Master - Trailer
- SimCity 4: Rush Hour - Trailer
- Trinity - E3 Trailer
- Spawn - Trailer
We will update this throughout the day when new trailers become available. Read more for download links ...
by Rainier on July 29, 2003 @ 11:05 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Enlight today unveiled the Official Website for their recently announced title Wars and Warriors: Joan of Arc. The official
Joan Of Arc website contains the latest screens released from the Enlight development team and will serve as a central location for players to receive the latest information on Joan of Arc.
by Rainier on July 28, 2003 @ 6:50 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Horizons is the next generation online epic adventure. It is based in the massively multiplayer fantasy world, Istaria. A world of legend and lore filled with humans, fiends, dragons and many other traditional fantasy roles, Horizons allows thousands of players to adventure together in the civilized and untamed regions of the world. Atari has released a new trailer showing off the character creation tool in the game as well as some new character art, read more to check it out ...
by Rainier on July 28, 2003 @ 2:27 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Champions of Norrath offers an online multiplayer component at no additional cost to players (Internet connection required for online multiplayer game modes, online connection fees are the responsibility of the user). Up to four players per game can adventure in Norrath over the Internet using the Network Adaptor for the PS2. Gamers will match up with fellow Norrathians from across North America through SOE's upcoming matchmaking service via modem or broadband connections. Alternately, players can also use the Multitap to play together on a single PS2. Read more for new screens ...
by Rainier on July 28, 2003 @ 1:58 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Another day, another batch of game trailers were released. Instead of giving them all their own posts, we grouped them, and so far there are trailers for :
- Midnight Club II - Trailer
- LotR: Return Of The King - Trailer
- Age Of Mythology: Titans - Trailer
We will update this throughout the day when new trailers become available. Read more for download links ...
by Rainier on July 28, 2003 @ 11:16 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Interplay/Vivendi have released the promised demo for their upcoming RPG game 'Lionheart'. The demo features three wilderness areas and one interior level, is only singleplayer and you will be able to use the character generator to make whatever character you want (
thanks Tiscali). Read more for download links ...
by Thomas on July 28, 2003 @ 6:47 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Datel Design & Development has launched a Special Edition of its best-selling Action Replay to coincide with the European release of Pokemon Ruby and Sapphire on the Game Boy Advance and Game Boy SP video game systems. Action Replay allows gamers to become invincible in even the toughest titles, providing the user with 100% unofficial cheat codes that will help you get the most out of your games.
by Thomas on July 28, 2003 @ 1:46 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Today 'July 28', Mushroom Kingdom residents are invited to celebrate the grand opening of two new celebrity-designed golf courses at Mushroom Kingdom Country Club (MKCC). Video game icon, Mario, has worked tirelessly to create the most innovative links the golfing world has ever seen. Read more for details and a few new screens ...
