by Rainier on Oct. 17, 2005 @ 8:34 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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EA announced today that NFL Head Coach is in development in Orlando, Fla. by EA Tiburon, makers of other NFL properties including Madden NFL Football and NFL STREET. The new exclusive deal with the NFL has allowed EA to build this franchise and work with all coaches in the NFL Coaches Club.
by Rainier on Oct. 17, 2005 @ 3:06 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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True Crime: New York City will follow another policeman through the meticulously re-created streets of a real-life metropolitan area. However, instead of the wisecracking LAPD detective Nick Kang, gamers will now play as Marcus Reed, a former gang member turned NYPD officer.
by Rainier on Oct. 17, 2005 @ 2:58 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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SoulCalibur III offers the series' hallmarks of exhilarating sword-fighting action and profound martial arts while also delivering highly improved graphics and sound effects to create a unique gaming experience. It also features a Character Creation Mode, which allows players to create original warriors. Namco sent over an interview with composer Junichi Nakatsuru.
by Rainier on Oct. 17, 2005 @ 12:48 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Dragon Ball Z: Budokai Tenkaichi, also known as DBZ: Sparking!, is the only game to combine fighting and flying in wide open, destructible 3D environments. In the air, on the ground or under water, DBZ Budokai Tenkaichi gives players the ability to battle with unprecedented power and freedom.
by Katarani on Oct. 17, 2005 @ 12:33 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Ultimate Spider-Man allows players to take on the role of Spider-Man AND a super-villain in an original storyline. The game's expanded, free-roaming environments deliver a deep adventure with a variety of challenging missions, diverse game play and an improved combat system that allows players to face off against the largest number of characters from the Spider-Man universe ever assembled.
by Rainier on Oct. 16, 2005 @ 1:54 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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World Poker Tour will bring gamers the most exciting poker experience anywhere. Featuring the colorful commentary of Mike Sexton and Vince Van Patten, the World Poker Tour video game also features the most elite poker professionals including Antonio "The Magician” Esfandiari, Erick Lundgren, Evenlyn Ng, Lyle Berman, Michael "the Grinder" Mizrachi, and Phil "Unabomber" Laak.
by Rainier on Oct. 16, 2005 @ 1:37 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Slalom, Giant Slalom, Super-G and Downhill - you've got to master all disciplines to win the great crystal trophy at the end of the season. It's your turn to earn the world's attention! The mountains are waiting for you, the speed is amazing - and the race feeling incredible!
by Rainier on Oct. 16, 2005 @ 3:30 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Commandos Strike Force takes you right into the heart of the action from a first person perspective. Take control of the three members of the 'Strike Force' unit, each with their own play style. However, it is up to you how you execute plans of attack by combining the Commandos' unique skills.
by Rainier on Oct. 16, 2005 @ 1:24 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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The new game will follow the plot of the original "From Russia with Love" film, including the battle on the Orient Express and the boat chase sequence, but will expand the story with new action sequences. The development team approached the game as a director's cut of the film, which will allow the player to utilize such cool toys as the jetpack and a Q-copter as well as the trusty Walther PPK handgun.
by Gordy Wheeler on Oct. 16, 2005 @ 12:49 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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In Indigo Prophecy, New York City is stunned by a series of mysterious murders, all following the same pattern: ordinary people are killing absolute strangers in public areas. Lucas Kane becomes another one of these murderers when he suddenly kills a stranger in a men’s bathroom. Covered in blood, Lucas regains consciousness with no recollection as to why he committed murder. Hunted by police, Lucas must uncover the dark forces behind his crime before being incarcerated for life.
by Rainier on Oct. 15, 2005 @ 3:40 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Rockstar Games proudly presents The Warriors for the PS2 and Xbox based on the 1979 Paramount Pictures cult classic movie. Developed by Rockstar Toronto, The Warriors expands the stylized cinematic journey of the film into a gritty interactive experience set in 1970s.
by Rainier on Oct. 15, 2005 @ 6:26 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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SoulCalibur III offers the series' hallmarks of exhilarating sword-fighting action and profound martial arts while also delivering highly improved graphics and sound effects to create a unique gaming experience. It also features a Character Creation Mode, which allows players to create original warriors. Namco sent over a Q&A with Chief Designer Seido Ozawa.
by Rainier on Oct. 15, 2005 @ 6:09 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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EA announced today that BF2:MC went gold and is expected in stores October 25. Battlefield 2: Modern Combat will drop players into the heat of battle on the high tech frontlines, entering a new modern era of combat with more firepower and new expansive environments. Armed with the latest modern weaponry, players can take control of over 30 vehicles, including tanks, helicopters and fast attack vehicles, to engage in major conflicts in some of the largest online battles.
by Rainier on Oct. 14, 2005 @ 6:08 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Prince of Persia The Two Thrones takes the best features from The Sands of Time and Warrior Within, and combines them with new gameplay elements such as a second playable character, an intuitive Speed Kill system, outdoor Babylon environment, chariot combat and more. With such favorite elements and major improvements, PoP The Two Thrones is poised to take the action-adventure gaming experience to a new level.
by Rainier on Oct. 14, 2005 @ 2:35 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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It’s that time of year again--the time of year where basketball courts around the nation are filled with excitement, slam dunks, unbelievable athletes, Cinderella stories, and championship dreams. Nothing captivates the nation like the NCAA Basketball Tournament and no other game captures the collegiate atmosphere and energy like College Hoops 2K6.
by Rainier on Oct. 14, 2005 @ 1:15 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Disney's Chicken Little brings the excitement of the film to life and allows gamers to master unique gadgets and play as the key characters from the film in an endless variety of action-packed game play.
by Rainier on Oct. 14, 2005 @ 11:15 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Gun will be a GTA-style game, set in the West in the 1880s, in cities such as Dodge City and New Mexico's Las Vegas. The murderous 'Dodge City Gang' has been on a rampage and you seek revenge, hunting them down between Indians and Mexican pistoleros. Main mode of transportation is any horse you can find or steal, and of course, Gun will include high speed "horse" pursuits.
by Rainier on Oct. 14, 2005 @ 11:07 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Midway today announced that Mortal Kombat: Deception has shipped as a Greatest Hits title for the PS2 and as a Platinum Hits title for the Xbox, and will be re-distributed with new packaging at a suggested retail price of $19.99.
by Rainier on Oct. 14, 2005 @ 10:12 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Beloved to readers for more than 60 years, Curious George is about to embark on his biggest adventure ever, as the star of a new animated feature film and his long-awaited videogame debut.
by Rainier on Oct. 14, 2005 @ 9:11 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Atari is returning to the universe of "The Matrix" with a new game that lets players assume the role of actor Keanu Reeves' lead character Neo and relive his most important and memorable scenarios from the complete film trilogy, including the original film.
by Rainier on Oct. 13, 2005 @ 4:55 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Tales of Legendia will offer fantastic 3D graphics, dynamic battle scenes and an emotionally-charged storyline. Additionally, Tales of Legendia features a unique cast of characters designed by Kazuto Nakazawa, the internationally renowned Japanese artist acclaimed for his amazing animation sequences in Kill Bill: Vol. 1.
by Rainier on Oct. 13, 2005 @ 2:34 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Dynasty Warriors 5 Xtreme Legends serves up a banquet of 18 all-new maps, 5 sizzling modes, and so much more! In 'Legend' mode, gamers will take part in never-before-told stories, including the first showdown between the Kingdoms of Wei and Shu, and the attempt to kidnap the Emperor.
by Rainier on Oct. 13, 2005 @ 11:48 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Square Enix announced today that its PS2 exclusive RPG Romancing SaGa is now on sale. The adventure is depicted for the first time in 3D, combining vibrant graphics, innovative gameplay and a story that can be played through the perspective of 8 different selectable characters.
by Rainier on Oct. 13, 2005 @ 8:55 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Oxygen Interactive today announced a partnership deal with Gusto Games to help bring Gusto's golfing vision to life. World Tour Golf is destined to capture the player's imagination by fusing the features of real-world golf, high-end graphics, accurate animation and a unique control system.
by Angus Cormack on Oct. 13, 2005 @ 1:08 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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The King of All Cosmos grew to stardom after taking all of the Prince's katamaris and replacing the stars. His fans knew no bounds and wished to see more katamaris fill the sky. The King of All Cosmos desired to appease all of their requests and recruited the Prince and his cousins to help. Now they are tasked with rolling up even more clumps, each larger and more different than the one before.