by Rainier on May 13, 2007 @ 2:54 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Unreal Tournament 3 will have dozens of new, unique levels covering diverse environments, along with an even bigger selection of playable characters. The game will feature 7 game modes in total including one all-new game mode, several new vehicles and an armory full of weapons. According to
NVIDIA, UT 3 will fully support DirectX10.
by Rainier on May 13, 2007 @ 1:02 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Set in a dark and mysterious world, Wik & the Fable of Souls pulls players in with innovative game play. The unique way that Wik interacts with his environment, using his long sticky tongue to swing around levels with grace and speed, creates a visual experience that is as exciting to watch as it is to play.
by Rainier on May 11, 2007 @ 2:06 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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While other FPS titles claim to feature action-packed, highly realistic gameplay, BlackSite: Area 51 takes next-gen gaming to an all-new level integrating cutting edge technology, game design and story writing to create the ultimate entertainment experience.
by Rainier on May 11, 2007 @ 10:17 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Sid Meier's Civilization IV: Beyond the Sword will focus on the late-game time periods after the invention of gunpowder and will deliver 12 challenging and decidedly different scenarios created by Firaxis Games, and the Civilization Fan Community.
by Rainier on May 11, 2007 @ 10:02 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Based on the MTV crazy-stunts-gone-bad-on-purpose show Jackass: The Game, developed by Sidhe Interactive, features mini-games, story mode and all the raunchy, and craziness you come to expect from the TV show, with likeness/voices from the real cast. Empire CEO Ian Higgins revealed the game is scheduled for release in September.
by Rainier on May 11, 2007 @ 5:39 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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THQ reported its net sales increased 27% to a record $1billion, driven by titles like STALKER, Cars, Supreme Commander, and WWE SmackDown vs. RAW 2007. In the subsequent conference call, THQ executives revealed that the previously announced Saints Row PS3 port was canceled in favor of launching a full-on sequel on X360 and PS3 simultaneously, while Kaos Studios' Frontlines: Fuel of War was pushed back from holiday season 2007, to January 2008.
by Rainier on May 11, 2007 @ 5:28 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Last week rumors started flying TECMO was working on a new Wii title, and at its Nite Out 07 press conference earlier it was confirmed, Project Rygar is in the works. High Energy Productions' producer Keisuke Kikuchi announced it will be an all-new Wii exclusive title, not a PS2 port, Project Rygar is expected later this year, will introduce a new hero and the Wiimote will control Rygar's trademark weapon, the Diskarmor.
by Rainier on May 11, 2007 @ 4:15 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Theatre of War depicts authentic battles of World War II between 1939-1945. Command hundreds of different unit types in 5 historically accurate campaigns (US, UK, Soviet, German, French and Polish). This v1.2.0.46 patch brings the DVD edition on par with the download version, and also fixes the editor.
by Rainier on May 11, 2007 @ 4:02 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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While other FPS titles claim to feature action-packed, highly realistic gameplay, BlackSite: Area 51 takes next-gen gaming to an all-new level integrating cutting edge technology, game design and story writing to create the ultimate entertainment experience. Midway released a 580mb demo, now available on Xbox Live Marketplace.
by Rainier on May 11, 2007 @ 12:56 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Zendoku, developed by Zoonami, is a new puzzle game for NDS, blending exciting puzzle battle action with addictive Sudoku gameplay. Eidos has pushed back the release from its original date June 6, until the 12th.
by Rainier on May 10, 2007 @ 10:25 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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SEGA's Universe at War: Earth Assault, developed by Petroglyph, is a combat-intensive RTS game enlisting players in an epic struggle to prevent total alien domination of planet Earth.
by Rainier on May 10, 2007 @ 3:08 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Earlier today EA held a press event showcasing its summer lineup. Read more to check out info, screens and trailers for the following titles :
- MySims (NDS/Wii)- Screens
- The Sims 2 Pets - Screens & Trailer
- Harry Potter & the Order of the Phoenix
- SimCity DS (NDS) - Screens & Trailer
- NCAA Football 08 - Screens
- NASCAR 08 - Screens & Trailer
- The Sims Pet Stories - Screens & Trailer
- Wing Commander Arena (XBLA) - Screens
by Rainier on May 10, 2007 @ 12:03 a.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 10, 2007 @ 12:00 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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AI middleware provider Kynogon, and Deadline Games, known for Total Overdose and Chili Con Carnage, announced today that Kynapse would be used as the AI solution for their next generation engine.
by Rainier on May 9, 2007 @ 4:33 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Dead Head Fred draws players into an original alternative universe as they embark on a quest for vengeance to solve their own murder by using the decapitated heads of enemies to battle through environments designed to showcase each head’s unique abilities.
by Rainier on May 9, 2007 @ 11:44 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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SEGA's NiGHTS: Journey of Dreams is the long awaited sequel to the critically acclaimed NiGHTS franchise that gave gamers the freedom to fly in a world of dreams and imagination.
by Rainier on May 9, 2007 @ 10:55 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Hothead Games announced that Ron Gilbert is working closely with the company on the development of its Penny Arcade Adventures: On the Rain-Slick Precipice of Darkness game.
by Rainier on May 9, 2007 @ 9:03 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 May 9, 2007 @ 8:41 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Anacapri: The Dream is an adventure game set in the island of Capri, mostly in the upper regions called Anacapri. You are Dr. Nico N, an expert of the ancient civilizations, and are invited to Anacapri to accomplish a very difficult task: find the extremely powerful, but malicious Obsidian Disk.
by Rainier on May 9, 2007 @ 1:32 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Namco Bandai are currently working on a new installment in the SoulCalibur franchise albeit a departure from the usual fighting game formula. SoulCalibur Legends will be an action adventure game, using the wiimote to defeat enemies, mostly familiar characters from the SC universe. No projected release date was given, so hopefully an official announcement will follow soon ...
by Steven Mills on May 9, 2007 @ 12:38 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Brave: The Search for Spirit Dancer is a PS2 exclusive 3rd person action adventure that sees you take control of Brave, a young Native American in search of Spirit Dancer, his father and also the greatest Shaman who ever lived.
by Rainier on May 8, 2007 @ 10:30 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Hellgate: London is a first-person perspective RPG with a completely randomized world, a demon-ridden place where the last survivors of the human race must meld science and magic to survive. The latest Games for Windows issue
reveals that while online play is in fact free, an Elite subscription will cost $9.95/month and offer bonuses such as 24/7 support, expanded inventory, extra characters, additional game modes and more ...
by Rainier on May 8, 2007 @ 5:50 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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While the industry has been beating expectations the past few quarters, EA had less good news today. Net revenue was down 4%, gross profit down 5%, net loss increased, and net income was also down for the quarter, although on an annual basis, net revenue was up, primarily driven by the EA Sports lineup (mainly Madden), Need for Speed Carbon, and The Sims. During the subsequent conf. call EA CEO John Riccitiello revealed that Will Wright's larger-than-life title won't see the light of day until early 2008.
by Rainier on May 8, 2007 @ 2:38 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Experience the epic story of Halo 2 as Master Chief delves further into the mystery of the Covenant in the aftermath of Halo’s destruction. What he discovers will soon threaten the fate not only of Earth, but of the Universe itself. Originally scheduled for release today, but delayed to improve the install experience and address other technical issues, Halo 2 Vista is now scheduled for May 22nd.
by Rainier on May 8, 2007 @ 12:22 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Army of Two will throw gamers into hot spots ripped from current day headlines where they will utilize unique TWO man strategies and tactics while seamlessly transitioning between playing with intelligent Partner AI (PAI) and a live player. From May 7 to June 15, gamers can submit their ultimate weapon to be included as a special unlockable pre-order item in the X360 version of the game.