by Rainier on June 5, 2007 @ 7:58 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Atari announced that it has signed a digital distribution agreement with 2005 Independent Games Festival finalist Iocaine Studios for its "projectile-based tactical game" ThreadSpace: Hyperbol. Players battle each other on roads in space, called Hyperchannels, as they pilot Ships capable of firing a wide variety of weapons.
by Rainier on June 5, 2007 @ 4:10 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Merscom announced today it is forging a partnership with Dragonback Media Interactive to release eleven of its casual and mass-market games throughout Southeast Asia. Games available will include Merscom's casual titles D.N.A, Buku Sudoku and Buku Kakuro.
by Rainier on June 5, 2007 @ 11:46 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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FIFA 08 will create a football experience that matches the complexity, finesse and beauty of the real-world game. FIFA 08 challenges you to master the skills required to play like a pro football player, allowing you on the pitch to defy the odds, perfect your skills, elevate your game and rise up to win glory for your club.
by Rainier on June 5, 2007 @ 10:25 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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All-Pro Football 2K8 hits the gridiron with the legendary gameplay, innovative features, and hundreds of legends combined with an innovative attribute system showcasing the well-known, signature abilities of each football star. All-Pro Football 2K8 will feature a DJ Z-Trip produced soundtrack with all original tracks, remixes and mash-ups.
by Rainier on June 5, 2007 @ 7:10 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Left 4 Dead, developed by Counter-Strike makers Turtle Rock Studios, is a co-op multiplayer action game, using the Source Engine, and also introducing Turtle Rock's v2.0 A.I. technology.
In a recent interview, Turtle Rock president Michael Booth revealed it is bringing Left 4 Dead to the X360, although no timeframe was provided.
by Rainier on June 5, 2007 @ 1:51 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Zack & Wiki: Quest for Barbaros' Treasure is a puzzle adventure game that utilizes the control mechanics of the Wii Remote and allows player to explore a variety of wondrous environments and stages, solve puzzles and interact with the world in search of a legendary pirate ship and the ultimate pursuit of becoming the greatest pirate ever.
by Aaron Lockard on June 5, 2007 @ 1:10 a.m. PDT | 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 June 4, 2007 @ 10:57 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Already
hinted at last week, the creators of THQ's Company of Heroes announced the formation of their new development studio, Smoking Gun Interactive Inc, which will focus on creating innovative award winning cross platform games based on original or company owned intellectual property.
by Rainier on June 4, 2007 @ 3:16 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Sea Monsters: A Prehistoric Adventure is an adaptation of the upcoming National Geograophic film puts you in the role of a giant prehistoric sea creature facing their daily battle to survive. Both fun and educational this is a must have for everyone who loves dinosaurs and prehistoric creatures.
by Rainier on June 3, 2007 @ 2:40 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Games for Windows magazine editor Jeff Green had already
hinted at it, saying "one of PC gaming's oldest franchises, a series with bazillions of fans," was getting a new installment in the franchise, and today we can reveal the next SimCity is in development over at EA. While the issue itself is not out yet, thus no details available, SimCity 5 is a fact ladies and gents. More details shortly ...
by Rainier on June 1, 2007 @ 5:49 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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In an on-camera interview with Swedish GameReactor, Gearbox's Randy Pitchfork revealed that Aliens is making great progress and is currently scheduled for next-gen "platforms" in 2009. The focus of the game will be on the colonial marines battling the acid-spewing aliens. Talks with Aliens RPG developer Obsidian have taken place, but both titles have since gone in different directions. Gearbox has also met with Hollywood director Michael Mann to talk about Heat (starring Al Pacino & Robert de Niro), and while work on that project has yet to start, both parties are very interested in proceeding.
by Rainier on June 1, 2007 @ 5:56 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Theatre of War: Battle for Moscow is an add-on featuring a whole new campaign (Battle for Moscow, 1941, 10 missions) as well as a powerful Map Editor! Better yet, the Add-on will be released for download to Theatre of War players completely for free!
by Rainier on June 1, 2007 @ 5:06 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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In early March, Netdevil announced it was developing a LEGO MMO based on everybody's favorite childhood toy. A Danish article reveals the first details about LEGO Universe, scheduled to launch mid-2008. The new LEGO Universe will combine gaming, building and the opportunity for social networking on the very same web page. The game is being developed in close cooperation with fans, who are testing every idea, and "LEGO Group want to offer the unique experience to play with LEGO bricks both virtually and physically together with your friends from all over the world, and you can even change from the physically to the virtual play as you like – You are in control."
by Rainier on May 31, 2007 @ 6:14 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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The Bigs is an over-the-top baseball title that puts an entirely new spin on MLB as it blends outrageous visuals with intuitive gameplay mechanics, and adds more explosive excitement than ever before. The first 2K Sports title on the Wii, it will take full advantage of the Nunchuk and Wii Remote.
by Rainier on May 31, 2007 @ 4:18 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Activision released its fiscal year 2007 results revealing profits. Net revenue was up compared to last year, but although Q4 2007 sales and revenue doubled, they still turned a net loss of $14.4M. The conference call was more interesting, with Activision confirming Enemy Territory: Quake Wars and Guitar Hero Rocks The 80s scheduled for July-Sept., while Call of Duty 4, a new Marvel title (probably Spider-Man: Friend or Foe), Guitar Hero III, Tony Hawk, and Bee Movie are all due later this fall. The next James Bond title is a ways off in 2008, along with other new IPs.
by Rainier on May 31, 2007 @ 11:36 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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To coincide with the recent
PlayStation 3 v1.80 update, which amongst other things added Remote Play ability allowing anyone with a PSP to access their PS3 over the Internet, Sony has now also released a new v3.50 PSP firmware update, adding support for remote play over the internet, and RSS Channel Guide has been added as a feature.
by Rainier on May 31, 2007 @ 9:15 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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The Bigs is an over-the-top baseball title that puts an entirely new spin on MLB as it blends outrageous visuals with intuitive gameplay mechanics, and adds more explosive excitement than ever before. The soundtrack features a line-up of big rock bands, including Jane's Addiction, Stone Temple Pilots, Rollins Band and White Zombie.
by Rainier on May 31, 2007 @ 3:43 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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The Guild 2: Pirates of the European Seas is the official add-on of the beloved medieval experience. It provides a total new area – the seas of Northern Europe, where trading might be as promising as roaming the dangerous waters as a pirate...
by Rainier on May 30, 2007 @ 3:33 p.m. PDT | 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. Valve announced Tomb Raider: Anniversary is now available for pre-order and will be released early June through Steam.
by Rainier on May 30, 2007 @ 8:40 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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The Guild 2: Pirates of the European Seas is the official add-on of the beloved medieval experience. It provides a total new area – the seas of Northern Europe, where trading might be as promising as roaming the dangerous waters as a pirate...
by Rainier on May 29, 2007 @ 12:23 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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In Attack on Pearl Harbor, history's yours to shape: Either nation can win the war depending on your actions as players battle for supremacy behind the cockpits of some of the most prolific fighters, bombers and torpedo-bearing aircraft of the WWII Pacific Theater.
by Rainier on May 29, 2007 @ 5:06 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Godzilla: Unleashed is the ultimate fighting monsters game on a giant scale. The game stars the legendary Godzilla and a slew of the most renowned monsters of all-time.
by Rainier on May 29, 2007 @ 1:09 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Irem Software is working on a new title in the 80's classic horizontal shoot'm up R-Type franchise. While details are still slim, R-Type Tactics will combine traditional shmup elements with strategy.
by Rainier on May 28, 2007 @ 2:26 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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MGS4: Guns of the Patriots marks the next-gen debut of Hideo Kojima's tactical espionage action series with new gameplay features, spectacular graphics and the return of several characters from the series. Swedish print magazine Super Play claims to have received confirmation from Konami revealing MGS 4 is coming to X360. Scheduled for late 2008, it will include extra material such as VR missions and other bonus features.
by Rainier on May 27, 2007 @ 11:21 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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SOE announced that Pirates of the South China Seas, the 4th expansion for the Pirates Constructible Strategy Game Online, is currently in development at the its Denver studio. South China Seas brings an Asian flair to this online 3D world of pirates, high seas combat and the search for treasure.