by Rainier on Jan. 30, 2007 @ 5:56 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Sony has released a new v3.10 PSP firmware update, adding an optional Conserve Memory feature for your Internet browser when viewing a Web page with a larger amount of data, as well as a Dynamic Normalizer providing automatic volume adjustment. Sony is also promoting a new
PSP download service currently offering the Killzone demo but in next few weeks Syphon Filter: Dark Mirror and SOCOM: U.S. Navy SEALs Fireteam Bravo 2 are expected.
by Rainier on Jan. 30, 2007 @ 11:29 a.m. PST | Filed under
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SEGA is releasing the second Bleach episode in Japan mid February, adding new characters to its 2D Fighting game, bringing the total to 40, as well as online multiplayer capabilities for up to 4 players. Bleach DS 2nd also features a scenario by manga guru Tite Kubo.
by Rainier on Jan. 30, 2007 @ 9:05 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Heatseeker will strap you into the pilot’s seat and deliver an exhilarating white-knuckle ride that’ll have you clutching the joypad as you engage in face-melting 6G turns and fight against a seemingly-impossible amount of airborne enemies.
by Rainier on Jan. 30, 2007 @ 8:44 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Frontline: Fields of Thunder is a new RTS series where players are taken to the frontline, where the gameplay is going back to its RTS roots - inspired by games like Blitzkrieg. With state of the art graphics and an overhauled interface, players will find themselves challenged in many different environments and settings.
by Rainier on Jan. 30, 2007 @ 5:50 a.m. PST | Filed under
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EA will celebrate Europe’s most prestigious club soccer tournament, May's UEFA Champions League, with the launch of UEFA Champions League 2006-2007, which will ship to stores worldwide on March 20, 2007.
by Rainier on Jan. 30, 2007 @ 1:16 a.m. PST | Filed under
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In Pirates of the Caribbean Online you embark on quests for adventure and treasure in an effort to become the Caribbean’s most legendary pirate. Along the way you learn skills and tactics from the notorious Jack Sparrow, helping them forge alliances, hunt for buried treasure, battle evil undead forces and face off against known enemies from the movies.
by Rainier on Jan. 30, 2007 @ 1:15 a.m. PST | Filed under
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In Pirates of the Caribbean Online you embark on quests for adventure and treasure in an effort to become the Caribbean’s most legendary pirate. Along the way you learn skills and tactics from the notorious Jack Sparrow, helping them forge alliances, hunt for buried treasure, battle evil undead forces and face off against known enemies from the movies.
by Rainier on Jan. 29, 2007 @ 4:30 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Slitherine announced that it is to work closely with the Lordz Game Studio, a mod team turned professional developers, on its first commercial title, a historical strategy game set during the Napoleonic wars. Slitherine will assist in design, development and have signed up worldwide publishing rights for the title.
by Rainier on Jan. 28, 2007 @ 7:39 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Earlier this month Activision released 5 all-new Call of Duty 3 multiplayer maps for online, split-screen, and System Link play. Unfortunately the Valor Map Pack (800 Points) wasn't working & pulled shortly thereafter. Treyarch has now fixed whatever issues it had, while at the same time also releasing a patch which remedies key issues regarding Ranked Lobbies and Ranked Matches that some users have experienced.
by Rainier on Jan. 26, 2007 @ 3:31 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Earlier this week word came about that former Rockstar Vienna studio executives had started a new development studio promising a visionary game production business model. At a press conference in Vienna hosted by the three founders explained what they had in mind and presented their the goals of Games That Matter.
by Rainier on Jan. 26, 2007 @ 3:08 p.m. PST | Filed under
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EA will celebrate Europe’s most prestigious club soccer tournament, May's UEFA Champions League, with the launch of UEFA Champions League 2006-2007, which will ship to stores worldwide on March 20, 2007.
by Rainier on Jan. 26, 2007 @ 10:13 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Forza Motorsport 2 features authentic simulation physics, bone-jarring damage, photo-realistic graphics, 300 of the world’s hottest cars for you to collect, licensed tuning and customization options. Microsoft confirmed today FM 2 is scheduled for May 2007, and also revealed the 12 tracks that will sip with the game, promising downloadable cars and tracks after release.
by Rainier on Jan. 26, 2007 @ 9:54 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Unreal Tournament 3 is being developed by North Carolina-based Epic Games. The game promises to blow fans away with the gameplay, modifiability and visuals that Epic's Unreal Engine 3 technology will deliver.
by Rainier on Jan. 26, 2007 @ 9:24 a.m. PST | Filed under
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SnoCross 2 offers the most realistic experience in snowmobile racing, featuring three-time Winter X Games gold winner "Air" Blair Morgan, the most dominant and influential rider in the history of snocross.
by Rainier on Jan. 26, 2007 @ 5:15 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Sunflowers has released the second patch for its strategy game Knights Of Honor, bringing your UK/French/German retail game to v1.05 and fixes various AI issues, adds several new features and makes the usual tweaks, bug and crash fixes.
by Rainier on Jan. 26, 2007 @ 5:04 a.m. PST | Filed under
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While other FPS titles claim to feature action-packed, highly realistic gameplay, BlackSite: Area 51 takes next-gen gaming to an all-new level integrating cutting edge technology, game design and story writing to create the ultimate entertainment experience.
by Rainier on Jan. 25, 2007 @ 1:09 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Unreal Tournament 3 is being developed by North Carolina-based Epic Games. The game promises to blow fans away with the gameplay, modifiability and visuals that Epic's Unreal Engine 3 technology will deliver. At a Las Vegas press event Midway revealed the name change (indicating a non-2007 release?), and that Epic's FPS is finally coming to Xbox 360.
by Rainier on Jan. 25, 2007 @ 9:48 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Bladestorm will offer massive battles mixed with strategy, much like the Dynasty Warriors titles, but one of the main differences is that the game will be situated in the Western medieval timeframe.
by Rainier on Jan. 25, 2007 @ 5:14 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Turbine and Midway announced the details of the Founder's pre-order Program for its MMORPG The Lord of the Rings Online: Shadows of Angmar. Pre-order now and get a special $9.99 monthly subscription pricing, early access to the game (beta version), character roll-over and unique in-game bonus items.
by Rainier on Jan. 25, 2007 @ 2:51 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Square Enix announced a licensing agreement with Epic Games that enables Square Enix to introduce Epic's Unreal Engine 3 into its next-generation development process.
by Rainier on Jan. 24, 2007 @ 5:08 p.m. PST | Filed under
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SCEE announced that the PS3 will launch in Europe, Africa, the Middle East and Australasia on 23rd March 2007 at a price of EURO 599. Initially only the 60GB model will be available, and the 20GB model to follow later in the year dependent on demand. One million units will be made available during the initial launch period.
by Rainier on Jan. 24, 2007 @ 10:37 a.m. PST | Filed under
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As with
Ubisoft yesterday, SCi/Eidos' first half of its fiscal year was quite positive with revenue topping £70 million (40% increase) mainly due to strong sales of action game Just Cause, and super hero title Justice League Heroes, while the original Lego Star Wars has sold 5.4 million copies across all platforms since its April 2005 release. SCi plans to release 4 Wii titles (Bionicle Heroes, for one), further next-gen installments for Tomb Raider, Hitman, Championship Manager, and confirmed that
Just Cause 2 is in development.
by Rainier on Jan. 24, 2007 @ 5:35 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Using an enhanced ‘Tomb Raider: Legend’ game engine, the graphics, technology and physics bring Lara’s adventure and pursuit of a mystical artifact known only as the Scion right up to today’s technology standards and will offer gamers a completely new gameplay experience. SCi announced Tomb Raider: Anniversary launches in April on all three platforms.
by Judy on Jan. 23, 2007 @ 12:14 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Ubisoft announced sales for the 3rd quarter of fiscal year 2006-07, which ended December 31, 2006. Revenue increase from €250M to €311M (24% increase), buouyed by the hot sales of Rainbow Six Vegas, Splinter Cell Double Agent, and Red Steel. The results revealed a Blazing Angels expansion (X360/PC), some new Wii (Driver, Turtles, PoP) and PC titles (Driver, RE 4), and the delayed release of Haze, pushed back to at the earliest April.
by Rainier on Jan. 23, 2007 @ 11:04 a.m. PST | Filed under
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SOE and Sigil Games Online announced that early access for Vanguard: Saga of Heroes pre-orders will commence Jan. 26 at approximately 10:00 a.m. PST, several days before its Jan. 30th. official launch.