Runaway: the Dream of the Turtle is an adventure game with 3D characters with a cartoon look and high-impact visual features that include 2D and 3D in an unmatchable style. This v1.3 patch adds Vista support, makes game improvements and corrections, and adds better graphics card and chipset compatibility (SIS, etc.).

SEGA of America announced that three titles from the SEGA Genesis library, Sword of Vermilion, Sonic Spinball, and Beyond Oasis are now available for download on the Wii Shop Channel. Prices start at 800 Wii Points for SEGA Genesis titles. Wii Points can be purchased online or at select retailers at an MSRP of $20 for 2,000 points.

SCi has released its quarterly results, reflecting an increase in revenue (from $47.9 to $146.3 million) and a 10% decrease in operational loss. More importantly CEO Jane Cavanagh confirmed a Battlestations: Midway sequel is in development, and no less than 11 other new titles are scheduled, such as Kane & Lynch, Highlander, Crossfire: Search and Destroy, and its first casual titles Jewel Quest, Diner Dash, and Cubis 2. SCi/Eidos decided to delay its PS3 titles for Sony's next-gen platform due to its limited install base.

Konami announced that actor David Hayter returns to provide the voice for an aging and exhausted Solid Snake in the latest chapter of Hideo Kojima's tactical espionage action video game series, Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots for the PS3.

IDG World Expo today announced that Nintendo of America has signed on as an anchor exhibitor for IDG World Expo's newest event: Entertainment for All Expo (E for All), scheduled for October 18-21, 2007, at the Los Angeles Convention Center.

Elite Beat Agents, known in Japan as Moero! Nekketsu Rhythm Damashii Osu! Tatakae! Ôendan 2, promises multiplayer support for up to 4 players, but other details are not available. Originally titled Osu! Tatakae! Ôendan, adapted for Western consumption and renamed to Elite Beat Agents, the sequel is scheduled in Japan for 2007.

In Pirates of the Caribbean Online, players try to become the Caribbean's most legendary pirate, all while forging alliances, hunting for buried treasure, battling evil undead forces and facing off against enemies from the movie franchise.

Heart Of Osiris is not a sequel to last years point & click adventure Ankh, but a standalone expansion pack. Ankh: Heart Of Osiris is situated in the same environment as the original but now lets you play the game from a different perspective and character, the Pharaoh himself. This v1.01 patch adds GeForce 2/4 MX support, and fixes a load save game issue.

F.E.A.R. is a paranormal action thriller presented entirely in first person. It is an unprecedented adrenaline rush of close-quarters combat seamlessly melded with the spine-tingling, shocking intensity of the unknown.

Electronic Arts announced that it has renewed the license to launch additional games within the world created by J.R.R. Tolkien’s epic literary fiction, The Lord of the Rings, through 2008.

It seems Team Ninja is not only working on the PS3's Ninja Gaiden Sigma, but also on an adaptation for the NDS. According to the latest Famitsu, Ninja Gaiden: Dragon Sword is not just a hack 'n' slash action game like its bigger brethren, but more of a 3D action-adventure in the style of the recent Hotel Dusk: Room 215, where you play sideways and use the touch-screen to control your movements.

Sony has released a new v3.30 PSP firmware update, adding new features such as display thumbnails under RSS Channel, expanded support for PlayStation Network-downloaded PSOne games, support for displaying thumbnails for files in the VIDEO folder, and the option to set Disc-Load speed to Fast or Normal.

While there are no details available yet for the next-gen debut of the Prince of Persia franchise, it seems one of the online retailers has once again jumped the gun, revealing what seems to be the official title for next installment in the action/adventure series. Prince of Persia: Ghost of the Past is listed for release September 2007, and so far online retailer Play.com only has a listing for the Xbox 360 version. Exclusive or not?

The Guild 2: Pirates of the European Seas is the official add-on of the beloved medieval experience. It provides a total new area – the seas of Northern Europe, where trading might be as promising as roaming the dangerous waters as a pirate...

Theatre of War,previously known as WWII RTS and Battlefield Command, depicts stunningly authentic battles of World War II between 1939-1945. Command hundreds of different unit types in 5 historically accurate campaigns (US, UK, Soviet, German, French and Polish).

KOEI today announces its initial lineup of game releases for the coming year, including the yet-to-be-announced, NDS-exclusive title, Prey The Stars.

Some of you may have noticed already that GamerAndy has teamed up with WorthPlaying to be our official podcast. Once a week, we will discuss a variety of topics and mull it over in the panel, giving it the usual spin. This week's issue #74 dissects the PS3 launch in Europe and Australia, Blu-Ray vs. HD-DVD, third-party game exclusivity in the next-gen world, Second Life as a good publicity stunt, but who really uses it? The game of the week, of course, has to be STALKER....

NHL: Eastside Hockey Manager 2007 offers players an unrivalled hockey management experience, with a brand new game engine to bring the player even closer to the action during each nail-biting game. This v3.0.4 patch fixes various crashes, UI tweaks, and a bunch of data, contract, competition and other issues.

Fearless Mafia hitman Jackie Estacado is part of the Franchetti crime family helmed by vicious cousin Paulie. On the eve of his 21st birthday, Jackie is suddenly possessed by the terrifying and spectacular powers of the Darkness. 2K Games announced that Starbreeze's creppy action game will launch June 25th, 2007.

It's a whole new ballgame! Major League Baseball 2K7 redefines the pure baseball video game experience with true, next-gen details, all-new throwing mechanics and a revolutionary presentation system. Featuring stunning, lifelike player models, signature style animations, inside edge data and more...

Mountain Bike Adrenaline featuring Salomon features four game modes, incredible locations like Hawai and Grand Canyon and six characters to choose from.

Frogwares' Dracula: Origin is a gothic adventure game, where you are Professor Van Helsing, devoted to the elimination of Dracula. You must prevent Dracula from finding and using the antediluvian manuscript; you must help everyone who crossed paths with the count and refused to serve him.

Dawn of Mana reveals the origins of the legend behind the Mana Tree and the Sword of Mana. Breaking the series' 2D mould, Dawn of Mana brings the world of Mana to three-dimensional life while preserving the atmosphere that fans have come to know and love. Dawn of Mana will ship to retail outlets across North America on May 22, 2007.

Left 4 Dead, developed by Counter-Strike makers Turtle Rock Studios, is a co-operative multiplayer action game, using the Source Engine, and also introducing Turtle Rock's v2.0 A.I. technology.