by Rainier on May 17, 2006 @ 5:14 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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This summer will be a great one for video game fans as Nintendo unveils its software line up. Whatever your taste in games there will be something here for you. From first person shooters to brain teasing puzzle games, Nintendo’s range of software will challenge the way in which you play, appealing to both gamers and non-gamers alike.
by Rainier on May 16, 2006 @ 7:24 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Gearbox Software dropped us a note to inform us that it is currently looking to fill an opening in its IT department and is looking for a Systems Administrator Intern and Help Desk Intern. Interested people should check out the
Gearbox Software website for more details and send their resumes to gamejobs@gearboxsoftware.com.
by Rainier on May 16, 2006 @ 2:59 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Pandemic has constructed a whole new ‘playground of destruction’ from the ground up, fully stocked with the hottest vehicles and weapons. Set in a new and exotic hotspot, you can be your own boss in a wide-open world where there’s only one rule: everybody pays.
by Rainier on May 16, 2006 @ 10:16 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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According to ABI Research, Sony's console pricing strategy is fraught with risk, and may ultimately jeopardize its market leadership position. Sony is placing a serious bet that its inclusion of a Blu-ray drive in the PlayStation 3 will entice consumers to pay a premium price for the new console, despite lower cost alternatives from both Nintendo and Microsoft.
by Rainier on May 16, 2006 @ 4:34 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Tortuga: Two Treasures will have players setting sail as pirate captains in search of action, adventure and of course, treasure. You play Thomas ‘Hawk’ Blythe and after you get betrayed and captured, a dramatic battle for power, romance, treasure and truth commences aboard the Jolly Roger.
by Rainier on May 15, 2006 @ 1:04 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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During E3 Indigo Prophecy (aka Fahrenheit in Europe) developer Quantic Dream announced Heavy Rain, a new video game franchise, designed for next-generation consoles and PC systems, based on emotional immersion and innovative game play mechanics.
by Thomas Wilde on May 15, 2006 @ 3:37 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Justice League Heroes is an action adventure game with role-playing customization featuring Superman, Batman, Green Lantern, The Flash, Wonder Woman, Martian Manhunter, Zatanna and other unlockable Justice League super heroes.
Beatmania is a revolutionary new interactive DJ simulation game for the PlayStation 2, which combines high-energy pulsating music with cutting-edge videos. Utilizing a specially designed DJ controller and featuring more than 50 tracks, Beatmania lets gamers feel the vibe, drop the beats and create the pulsing energy of a club in their own homes.
by Rainier on May 13, 2006 @ 7:43 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Battlefront.com and TBG Software have now announced the release date for their realistic Sci-Fi tactical combat game DropTeam! The game will be available as a download on June 1st, 2006, people who pre-order now will save $10 but will also get the CD version by mail a couple of weeks later at no extra cost!
by Agustin on May 13, 2006 @ 12:58 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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The Metal Gear Ac!d series combines the world of the Metal Gear Solid series with an intellectually driven, tactical stealth card game. Players use action and weapon cards to guide Solid Snake through a barrage of missions while utilizing strategic thinking and planned out tactical maneuvers to accomplish the mission objectives.
by Rainier on May 12, 2006 @ 10:27 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Yesterday, the first victim of the newly enforced E3 dress code was asked to leave the convention. Although not affiliated with any game, booth or company, a lady dressed up as Wonder Woman was taken aside by security and asked to cover up and wear something else. Since the woman was just an attendee and did not bring any other attire, she was escorted off the premises. The E3 organization changed the dress code this year, and although it was lauded as "no more booth babes," the official stance is merely a strict banning of bikini outfits.
by Reldan on May 12, 2006 @ 5:03 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Guilty Gear Judgment offers players two great games in one gameplay experience: the fast paced arcade fighting of Guilty Gear X2 # Reload plus a brand new, side-scrolling play experience in Guilty Gear Judgment.
by Inexhist on May 12, 2006 @ 4:45 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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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.
by Rainier on May 12, 2006 @ 1:30 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Alone in the Dark returns with a heart-stopping survival experience realized through the use of state-of-the-art real-time physics and unprecedented environmental interaction combining to deliver an exhilarating action-orientated experience within a highly detailed, open environment.
by Inexhist on May 11, 2006 @ 2:48 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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In Jaws, players assume the role of a Great White shark driven to a predacious frenzy by the sonic emanations of underwater oil drilling equipment. To defend their underwater territory, players undertake a campaign to drive away the raiders.
by Judy on May 10, 2006 @ 11:59 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Activision and DreamWorks Animation announced today that Activision will be opening a dedicated studio facility on the DreamWorks campus. The move will facilitate simultaneous co-development between DreamWorks' CG feature films and Activision games based on those films.
by Judy on May 10, 2006 @ 7:42 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Turbine announced today plans for the second content module for Dungeons & Dragons Online: Stormreach. Twilight Forge, free to all current subscribers, will expand features and content, including more solo-friendly gameplay. The module is expected in July and will include the new drow/dark elf race.
by Judy on May 10, 2006 @ 7:30 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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All signs pointed to
Atari shedding Earthworm Jim, but today, Atari announced that it has claimed the rights to the Earthworm Jim franchise and plans to develop online and handheld titles over the next five years.
by Rainier on May 10, 2006 @ 6:09 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Atari today announced that Alone in the Dark will launch for PS3 simultaneously with the versions for the Xbox 360 and PC, delivering an edge-of-the-seat survival experience facilitated by state-of-the-art real-time physics and unparalleled environmental interaction within a meticulously detailed, open game world.
by Rainier on May 9, 2006 @ 12:26 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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An impressive Gears of War demonstration kicked off the Microsoft E3 briefing, which was followed by Peer Moore formally announcing Fable 2, Forza 2, as well as Tecmo's Dead or Alive Xtreme 2. Alan Wake is now being published by Microsoft and will be PC/X360 exclusive. Crysis is not Vista exclusive but will also work on XP. Live Anywhere is an Xbox Live Marketplace clone for PC, including GamerTag features. ShadowRun is unveiled, as well as Halo 3 trailer, both scheduled for 2007.
by Judy on May 9, 2006 @ 12:10 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Publishers and developers worldwide will release more than 100 new Nintendo DS games in 2006. Nintendo will be releasing some big fan favorites, including the New Super Mario Bros., The Legend of Zelda: Phantom Hourglass, Donkey Kong: King of Swing DS, and more. The NDS Lite is set to launch on June 11.
by Rainier on May 9, 2006 @ 8:48 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Indigo Prophecy (aka Fahrenheit in Europe) developer Quantic Dream will unveil during this week’s E3 in Los Angeles a new franchise entitled Heavy Rain and present a technical real-time demo on the PS3.
by Rainier on May 9, 2006 @ 8:39 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 v1.11 retail patch, which includes a few more updates and corrections.
by Rainier on May 9, 2006 @ 6:10 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Adrenalin 2 gives you a chance to achieve everyone's biggest dream - press the pedal to the metal and forget about the traffic you are sitting in. Take part in street races, upgrade your car and become famous among other drivers. But remember - the police also have good drivers.
by Judy on May 9, 2006 @ 2:41 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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According to
The Hollywood Reporter, Legendary Pictures has purchased the rights to create a live-action film set in the
Warcraft universe. The movie would not follow the plot of a particular game but would aim to appeal to both gamers and non-gamers. In conjunction with Warner Bros. Studios, Legendary has recently co-financed films such as "Batman Begins" and "Superman Returns."