by Rainier on June 29, 2006 @ 8:54 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Eidos Interactive is pleased to announce the new title Stacked with Daniel Negreanu, which will be released in autumn 2006 on PS2, PC and PSP.
by Rainier on June 28, 2006 @ 3:47 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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EA and Korean Neowiz Corporation today announced that EA Sports FIFA Online has set a new record for the most Peak Concurrent Users (PCUs) in its opening month.
by Rainier on June 28, 2006 @ 11:10 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Final Fantasy XII shakes the series to its core with the introduction of a unique new combat system, while still honoring the franchise's reputation for epic storytelling, incredible spectacle, and compelling characters. Final Fantasy XII is undeniably FF, but it's also something completely different. Square Enix announced today FFXII will launch in North America on Halloween, October 31, 2006.
by Rainier on June 28, 2006 @ 10:53 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Taito revealed today that it is working on Kangaeru EXIT, sequel to last year's Exit. You play as Mr.Exit and are tasked with saving people out of buildings using logic, bypassing obstacles and solving puzzles. The new game will improve various aspects of the original such as improved control response, more focus on solving puzzles, additional usable objects (floating barrels, escalators), better character animations, and the game will feature a total of 110 levels. No release date was mentioned.
by Rainier on June 28, 2006 @ 3:24 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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The Nintendo DS makes its motion picture debut in the upcoming teen spy thriller Stormbreaker as Nintendo has signed an agreement with the film's producers that will turn the NDS into the ultimate spy gadget.
by Rainier on June 28, 2006 @ 1:46 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Dreamlords is an MMORTS game set in a persistent world in which victories and hard work will not pass unnoticed. Everything gained will make the player stronger for the next encounter. The world of Dreamlords expands as Lockpick reveals new race, the Covenant...
by Rainier on June 27, 2006 @ 6:13 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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The Paid Character Transfer feature allows WoW players to move characters to other realms and even from one account where you are the subscriber to another account where you are the subscriber, subject to certain restrictions. The cost of each paid character transfer is $25.00 USD.
by Rainier on June 27, 2006 @ 4:32 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Earlier this year Ubisoft announced that it had
signed a license agreement with VIZ Media to bring the Shonen Jump Naruto animation series for the Xbox 360. A job application page reveals that the famed Ubisoft Montreal studio is the one in charged of the project, looking looking for a Creative Director with combat, fight and RPG experience, strong sensibility and general knowledge of the Manga and Japanese cultures, as well as flexibility in working with Hollywood talent.
by Rainier on June 27, 2006 @ 10:07 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Funcom announced that Anarchy Online celebrates its fifth anniversary today! To mark this considerable milestone, Funcom will be hosting numerous in-game events and activities this coming weekend, and give away all the released Anarchy Online expansion packs for free!
Dead Island is a FPP shooter that successfully combines elements of the survival horror genre and classic adventure games. The game takes place on a desolate island and tells the story of an unfortunate castaway, mercilessly tossed ashore by the sea onto the sandy beaches of a zombie infested island.
by Rainier on June 26, 2006 @ 6:06 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Valve's
SteamPowered website has been updated with details on a minor Red Orchestra fix addressing a recoil issue caused by the last patch, and the promised Sin Episodes: Emergence update adding the arena mode with 4 maps, as well as several tweaks, fixes ansd adjustments. Read more for details, or just restart Steam for the effects to take place.
by Rainier on June 24, 2006 @ 11:54 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Hannibal: Vengeance of Carthage is a gripping 3rd-person tactical action game where players take the role of Hannibal Barka, commander in chief of the Carthaginian forces against the Roman Republic... it will not be a war of conquest, but a war of vengeance!
by Rainier on June 23, 2006 @ 3:58 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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DarkStar One is an open-ended action/adventure title set in a huge universe populated by a variety of unique alien races. Players will take on the role of an intrepid young adventurer, Kayron Jarvis, as he explores space, upgrading and customizing his ship – the DarkStar One.
by Rainier on June 23, 2006 @ 2:22 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Chair Entertainment, comprised of former Advent Rising developers, today revealed its first project, an Unreal Engine 3 powered FPS Empire (thanks FS). Set in the future, during a second Civil War, the battle rages between the high-technology weapons on one side, and militia foot-soldiers on the other, devastating the cities, and overrunning the countryside.
by Rainier on June 23, 2006 @ 8:46 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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The football pre-season kicks off with a bang as EA reveals the 35 songs that will be featured in Madden NFL 07. The bone-crunching action and heart-pounding adrenaline of the grid iron is intensified by the game's one-of-a-kind mix of rock and hip hop.
by David Wanaselja on June 23, 2006 @ 12:55 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Hearts of Iron 2 is a dream come true for every armchair general and forces the player to choose sides when democracy, communism and fascism clash in the battles that changed history.
by Rainier on June 22, 2006 @ 4:27 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Valve announced a Day of Defeat: Source Summer 2006 update featuring a free map pack, a new gameplay style, Detonation, two brand new missions (Jagd, Colmar). On top of that, it will also add new gameplay enhancements such as spawn clip adjustments, improved hit location detection, and weapon balancing. The DoD: Source Summer 2006 update is scheduled for release on June 28.
by Rainier on June 22, 2006 @ 3:34 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Tripwire Interactive is pleased to announce that the next patch for Red Orchestra is now available through Steam, adding new weapons, file reductions to speed up loadtime, numerous map changes, and the usual game tweaks, item balancing, crash and bug fixes. Read more for details ...
by Rainier on June 22, 2006 @ 2:48 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Penny Arcade announced that exhibit space is now sold out for its upcoming PAX gaming fest. PAX '06 attendees can expect to get hands on with yet-to-be-released games and products from Microsoft, Nintendo, Nvidia, ArenaNet, America's Army, Turbine, NCSoft, Ubisoft, Mythic, Sabertooth Games, Foundation 9, Rockstar, Flying Lab, Creative Labs, The Behemoth, Garage Games and Red Octane among others.
by Rainier on June 22, 2006 @ 2:07 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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NFL Head Coach is a 3D strategy sports game that challenges gamers to build and manage every aspect of a football team from the ground up, and work with all coaches in the NFL Coaches Club. EA has released the first patch for the retail/boxed version of the game, addressing some multiplayer issues.
by Rainier on June 22, 2006 @ 3:20 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Ignition announced today its plan to release the PSP exclusive 3D role-playing game Blade Dancer: Lineage of Light in Europe. Blade Dancer is one of the first RPG title for the PSP that adopts a dynamic multi-player system. Gamers can now play an RPG with anyone, anytime, anywhere.
by Rainier on June 22, 2006 @ 3:10 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Using the revolutionary Gametrak system that allows players to track their swing in real-time. Real World Golf 2007 features a brand new in-game engine built from the ground up and a host of new courses and features to further enhance the virtual golfing experience.
by Rainier on June 21, 2006 @ 8:53 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Welcome to the fight, soldier… The deafening thunder of artillery fire echoes the pounding heart in your chest as you wade onto a beach littered with the bodies of your fallen comrades. In front of you - 8 square miles of rugged volcanic island, broken by the weapons of war, and occupied by hostile Japanese forces. Welcome to hell on Earth.
by Rainier on June 21, 2006 @ 7:31 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Perimeter: Emperor's Testament, expansion pack to last year’s award-winning RTS, will feature all new & updated graphics, tons of new units and structures, a new soundtrack, and a total of 25 new missions.
by Judy on June 21, 2006 @ 4:25 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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DreamCatcher Games today announced that it will publish First Battalion for Windows in North America. Join the ranks as you take command of the First Battalion and lead your forces into one of the most intense and important wars in history! From the streets of Stalingrad to the beaches of Normandy, you will experience some of the greatest battles of World War II.