by Rainier on Sept. 11, 2006 @ 11:04 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Atari released the first Xbox Live patch for Test Drive Unlimited, fixing a small number of gameplay exploits, and has revealed a 2nd patch is scheduled for later this week, fixing various issues found after release. The server capacity will also be increased to improve performance, reduce the Clubs problems and TDU server unavailable connection issues.
by Rainier on Sept. 11, 2006 @ 2:50 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Nival Interactive today announced that 20 year industry veteran Joss Ellis has joined the company as Nival’s Head of Studios. Ellis will shepherd the growth of Nival’s highly regarded product development and asset outsourcing studios.
by Rainier on Sept. 11, 2006 @ 2:46 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Metro 3D announced a joint partnership with consumer electronics manufacturer Archos to use the Archos 104 MP3 player in Earache Extreme Metal Racing as the in-game MP3 machine, allowing players to choose tracks whilst playing the game.
by Hank on Sept. 11, 2006 @ 2:23 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Blade Dancer is situated on a mysterious island, and has you play as Shane. While details are still slim, the game will have a crafting system where you can combine items to create your own unique objects, as well as a 4 player LAN and online multiplayer.
by Rainier on Sept. 10, 2006 @ 11:06 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Create your own fascinating world of ANNO 1701! Become a discoverer – and experience the adventure of a lifetime. Weigh anchor, sail the seven seas, explore new continents and foreign cultures. Demonstrate your strategic skills, business acumen and diplomatic finesse. Revel in the jubilant cheers of your people – but don't disappoint them! Sunflowers confirmed that a single/multiplayer demo is scheduled for release approximately 2 weeks before its official launch.
by Rainier on Sept. 9, 2006 @ 5:19 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Not really much of a surprise, but a Peugeot design contest reveals that a fourth installement in the PGR series is currently in development over at Bizarre Creations. While the contest page is in French it does mention that the winner will have his concept car displayed at the Frankfurt 2007 car show, as well as "featured in the Xbox 360 exclusive Project Gotham Racing 4." An official announcement is expected to be made at X06.
by Rainier on Sept. 9, 2006 @ 4:54 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Untold Legends Dark Kingdom will set the standard for next-gen action-RPGs by delivering an immersive fantasy experience through its breath-taking graphics, dramatic storyline, and action-packed battles filled with heart-pounding combat, magical spells and brilliant SFX.
by Rainier on Sept. 8, 2006 @ 3:32 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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This time it's global. The battle between good and evil - Night and Day Watch - takes place in Moscow, Paris and Washington, DC. Discover the Dark Side with the Day Watch! Unleash the tremendous power of your character - gain revenge for the battles lost to the forces of the Night Watch.
by Rainier on Sept. 8, 2006 @ 11:29 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Instinct is a story-driven first person shooter, inspired by real-life events in a mountainous region of North Korea. Instinct tells a story of an elite US army unit stranded on a top-secret Korean military installation.
by Rainier on Sept. 8, 2006 @ 10:20 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Gears of War thrusts you into a deep and harrowing story of humankind’s epic battle for survival against the Locust Horde, a nightmarish race of creatures that surface from the bowels of the planet. The limited collectors edition includes a collectible embossed metal box, hardbound art book Destroyed Beauty, DVD with the making of, The Art of Gears of War trailer, and Gears of War: The Race to E3.
by Rainier on Sept. 7, 2006 @ 4:50 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Sony has released a new v2.81 update for its PSP firmware, available in Japan, Europe and North America, adding the ability to download video and images through RSS, AAC support with the .3gp extension, and various other tweaks. A new World Tour Soccer 06 demo is now also available for download. Support for the playback of content stored in [MUSIC], [PICTURE] and [VIDEO] folders at the root level of Memory Stick Duo media.
by Rainier on Sept. 7, 2006 @ 12:43 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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NCsoft has released Chronicle 5: Oath of Blood to Lineage II: The Chaotic Chronicle, its player-versus-player (PvP) MMO, in North America and Europe. The expansion is free to all Lineage II subscribers.
by Rainier on Sept. 7, 2006 @ 12:24 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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GameTap Telltale Games today announced that GameTap subscribers will get exclusive 15-day access to all “Sam & Max” episodes, beginning with the debut of the first episode on October 17th, 2006.
by Rainier on Sept. 7, 2006 @ 11:57 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Galactic Civilizations II takes place in the distant future, when mankind has become a space-faring civilization and must contend with other extraterrestrial powers for domination of the galaxy. Stardock has released a v1.3 retail patch, which includes a few more updates and corrections.
by Rainier on Sept. 7, 2006 @ 4:01 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Vivendi released its first half 2006 earnings results and overall net income is up nearly 11%, while Vivendi Games' earnings before interest and income taxes (EBITA) of EUR 62 million, up 226.3% compared to last year. This improvement was driven by growth in revenues, with an increased proportion relating to the higher margin of the World of Warcraft business.
by Rainier on Sept. 6, 2006 @ 11:01 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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A message in the
community chat forum reveals that a BFME v1.05 patch has been submitted for final testing and is expected in the next 2 weeks. The new patch adds massive balance changes, and EA has revealed partial details on fixes for the, so far, underwhelming Mordor side. Read more for partial fix list ...
by Rainier on Sept. 6, 2006 @ 6:34 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Due to a delay in the mass production schedule of the blue laser diode, Sony Computer Entertainment Europe announced that it would postpone the PS3 launch in Europe, Russia, Middle East, Africa and Australasia from its original 17th November 2006 date, to March 2007. Launch dates for Japan and North America will remain the same, which are November 11th and November 17th respectively.
by Rainier on Sept. 6, 2006 @ 5:33 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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As the SEAL commander, the player will be supported by AI teammate executing traditional SOCOM team-based tactical, stealth and action gameplay. Multiple players will once again be able to form clans and take on their friends for team-based high-action gameplay.
by Rainier on Sept. 6, 2006 @ 3:04 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Sony Computer Entertainment America today announced the appointment of Dave Karraker to the post of Senior Director of Corporate Communications to oversee all North American public relations.
by Rainier on Sept. 5, 2006 @ 3:21 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Guerrila announced some of the extra features that will make Killzone: Liberation the game fans have been crying out for, including innovative interaction online and more downloadable content
by Rainier on Sept. 5, 2006 @ 3:06 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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On the heels of the release of Dreamfall: The Longest Journey, Aspyr Media is re-releasing for the series’ fans and newcomers Funcom’s original 2000 PC adventure game, The Longest Journey, considered to be one of the finest adventure games ever made with more than 70 speaking characters and over 50 hours of gameplay.
by Rainier on Sept. 5, 2006 @ 1:41 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Icarus Studios and Vivox, Inc. announced today that Icarus’ MMOG Fallen Earth will include on-demand, in-game voice communication as the result of a technology integration agreement between the two companies.
by Rainier on Sept. 5, 2006 @ 1:04 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Xfire and Blizzard remind gamers that the submission deadline for the largest machinima contest featuring Blizzard’s online game World of Warcraft is approaching fast, September 12.
by Rainier on Sept. 5, 2006 @ 12:57 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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2K Sports announced today a multitude of new features in NHL 2K7, as well as franchise favorites, boasting a brand-new Rivalry System and the most robust online capabilities.
by Rainier on Sept. 5, 2006 @ 4:35 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Saint Seiya: The Hades takes the Saint Seiya video game experience to the next level boasting a story from the most widely acclaimed chapter of the saga plus an overdose of innovative features and stunning enhancements designed to bring players closer than ever to the universe of mind-blowing 3D Cosmo battles.