by Rainier on March 3, 2006 @ 5:11 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Epic Games announced today that it is planning an expanded presence at GDC. As well as bringing show goers the usual stunning Unreal Engine 3 demos and presenting key technical advancements over the past year, Epic are also expanding their presence to include a dedicated space in the Career Pavilion and special press sessions for the industry's media.
by Rainier on March 3, 2006 @ 1:37 a.m. PST | Filed under
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According to EA Poland Lionhead's Black & White 2 will be getting an addon under the title of God Wars. The premise of the expansion is that the Aztec nations have summoned a new deity and once again you have to prove you are the most powerful god. Apart from new creatures and 4 new miracles, Lionhead is also working on a new A.I. system which will lead units during the battles. In total the addon will sport six new challenges, two new tribes/army's, and plenty more (
thanks VE3D). All of this is of course unconfirmed, so digest with caution.
by Rainier on March 2, 2006 @ 11:32 a.m. PST | Filed under
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GameTap today announced a deal with Strategy First to preview full versions of many of the company’s upcoming titles to GameTap subscribers prior to their retail release, as well as 40 Strategy First library titles which will be added to the GameTap service.
by Rainier on March 2, 2006 @ 4:06 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Act of War: High Treason introduces new features and content to enhance and extend the overall experience. High Treason will expand into naval warfare with over a dozen different vessels, such as AEGIS cruisers, frigates, aircraft carriers and submarines. Less scripting, better AI and camera handling. In case you missed
last weeks batch, check them here.
by Rainier on March 2, 2006 @ 4:01 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Since the Xbox 360 launch Midway has released several of its classic games on Xbox Live Arcade, and apparently with great, financial, success. Joust, Gauntlet, Smash TV, and Robotron: 2084 will soon be joined by 5 more golden oldies such as Paperboy, Defender, Root Beer Tapper, Cyberball and good old Ultimate Mortal Kombat 3. There has been no specific launch date but it is said to be somewhere this year.
by Rainier on March 2, 2006 @ 3:54 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Chromehounds is a squad-based action title puts gamers in control of giant mechanized military weapons of war. With a strong focus on cooperative and competitive online gameplay, the game is sure to satisfy players looking for a deep, involving Xbox Live experience. SEGA revealed it will release Chromehounds in Japan on May 25, 2006.
by Rainier on March 2, 2006 @ 3:29 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Bandai has revealed the first details about its new combat/racing game IGPX. Set in 2049, Immortal Grand Prix has become the predominant sport, where teams race mechs at insane 600 km/h speeds. You are part of Team Satomi who just won the Minor League and are now racing against big league team who are better prepared and equipped.
by Rainier on March 2, 2006 @ 2:31 a.m. PST | Filed under
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It's been quite a while since we last heard from Winback 2: Project Poseidon, but Koei announced today that Cavia's Covert-Operations game is scheduled to ship to North American retailers on April 18, 2006.
by Rainier on March 2, 2006 @ 1:01 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Valve's
SteamPowered website has been updated with details regarding the latest update to Counter-Strike: Source. This update adds Leet and SAS player models, fixes players being able to run up very steep slopes for short distances, fixes low-violence models not animating properly, improved player ragdolls. Just restart Steam for the effects to take place.
by Rainier on March 1, 2006 @ 5:31 p.m. PST | Filed under
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The last time we heard about
Fear & Respect was almost a year ago, when Midway announced it was
delaying the game until 2006. As it turns out, the game won't be coming at all and has been cancelled. Fear & Respect was an innovative action/adventure game based in the intense, urban environment of South Central L.A. with collaboration between Snoop Dogg and Boyz'n the Hood director John Singleton.
by Rainier on March 1, 2006 @ 2:47 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Mayor Greg Nickels and the World Cyber Games Committee (WCGC) announced today that Seattle will host the 2007 World Cyber Games Grand Final. The mayor welcomed this premier event for the interactive video game industry to Seattle during a signing ceremony today at City Hall.
by Rainier on March 1, 2006 @ 10:40 a.m. PST | Filed under
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In Superman Returns: The Videogame, you explore and protect the truly living city of Metropolis, one that is not only expansive (with 80 sq miles and over 9,000 buildings), but also changes dynamically with you as you affect gameplay.
by Rainier on March 1, 2006 @ 2:42 a.m. PST | Filed under
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SCEE announced that Tourist Trophy: the Real Riding Simulator is coming to Europe this May. Offering a whole new perspective on bike racing, Gran Turismo's Polyphony Digital Inc has hard worked to capture the true essence of motorcycle racing and the fluid relationship between man and machine.
by Rainier on Feb. 28, 2006 @ 8:02 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Midway Arcade Treasures: Deluxe Edition consists of 28 arcade games including all of the games from Midway Arcade Treasures 2 and Midway Arcade Treasures 3, and for the first time all three Mortal Kombat games on PC. Midway has released a patch to resolve a silent sound issue with the compilation.
by Rainier on Feb. 28, 2006 @ 9:48 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Turbine and Atari announced that its pen & paper inspired MMORPG Dungeons & Dragons Online: Stormreach has launched in North America. DDO is a unique experience where players must use their combat skills and wits to survive dangerous dungeons, fiendish traps and foes that punish the foolish.
by Rainier on Feb. 28, 2006 @ 9:07 a.m. PST | Filed under
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EA announced today that The Lord of the Rings: The Battle for Middle-earth II has shipped to retailers nationwide and will be in stores on March 2, 2006. This real-time strategy game offers the chance to experience Middle-earth in a way you have never seen.
by Rainier on Feb. 28, 2006 @ 8:45 a.m. PST | Filed under
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INgrooves today announced it has licensed 28 hip-hop and electronic songs from its catalogue to Capcom for Final Fight: Streetwise and will produce and digitally publish the game soundtrack. Final Fight: Streetwise calls for players to use their street smarts and powerful fighting skills to survive the back alleys of Metro City.
by Rainier on Feb. 28, 2006 @ 2:40 a.m. PST | 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 beneath the Jolly Roger. Two Treasures features epic land and naval battles, featuring everything from sword fights to cannon-battles.
by Rainier on Feb. 28, 2006 @ 2:30 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Chibi-Robo is a gift to a little girl whose father wants her to have the best birthday ever. Chibi-Robo isn't just a toy, though. He's a household helper whose sole task is to bring happiness to his family. Chibi is only 3 inches tall, but he's capable of some impressive feats. Chibi-Robo!: Plug Into Adventure sweeps its way across Europe on the 26th May 2006.
by Rainier on Feb. 27, 2006 @ 8:25 p.m. PST | Filed under
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People who have picked up their RF Online retail copy may have noticed that the manual has an ad for a yet-unannounced Codemasters game, Hasbro's Micro Machines V4. After a four-year hiatus and a move from Atari back to its original publisher, Micro Machines V4 promises to bring its own hilarious brand of mini multiplayer madness. Codemasters informed
TVG that an official announcement, with more details, is due at the end of the week.
by Rainier on Feb. 27, 2006 @ 10:34 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Microsoft today announced the lineup for the Windows Vista operating system, scheduled for release later this year. Vista will bring clarity to accomplishing everyday tasks, instantly let you find what you want, enjoy the latest in entertainment, improved safety of personal information, stay connected at home or on the go, and help ensure PCs are up-to-date, more secure and running smoothly.
by Rainier on Feb. 27, 2006 @ 8:36 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Nirvana, Stereophonics, Jet, The Subways, Rolling Stones, The Bravery, Blur and many more are all to appear on the latest edition in its PS2 exclusive SingStar Rocks!, set for release in Spring '06.
by Rainier on Feb. 27, 2006 @ 5:05 a.m. PST | Filed under
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With Act of War: High Treason, Eugen Systems and Atari are introducing a massive amount of new features and content to enhance and extend the overall experience. High Treason will expand into naval warfare with over a dozen different vessels, such as AEGIS cruisers, frigates, aircraft carriers and submarines. Less scripting, better AI and camera handling.
by Rainier on Feb. 26, 2006 @ 3:13 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Independent Aussie developer Crossbean Studios, who was already working on Orb, an action/adventure with RPG elements, and Darkness, has now added a third title to its portfolio. While details remain sparse, Thorn will be a Rev-exclusive action/adventure title making use of the Free Hand Controller. Read more for details ...
by Rainier on Feb. 26, 2006 @ 3:06 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Major League Baseball 2K6 includes innovative features such as a new movement system and realistic player collisions on the infield and outfield. New broadcast elements include flashback replays, and a unique player morale system will unfold the drama like never before in a baseball video game.