by Judy on Feb. 4, 2005 @ 1:13 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Complete with all the fast-paced vehicular combat and destruction that gamers have come to know and love, Twisted Metal: Head-On allows gamers to take destruction anywhere, anytime as they strap themselves into one of 14 lethal machines on wheels, equipped with machine guns, turbo boost and a special attack, unique to each vehicle.
by Thomas Wilde on Feb. 4, 2005 @ 12:37 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Metal Gear Acid is a turn-based, tactical espionage game that requires players to collect cards and strategically construct their own decks to complete various missions and objectives. Boasting a compelling storyline filled with new characters and incredible cut scenes, Metal Gear Acid will draw players into an all-new adventure packed with intrigue – designed specifically for the portable gaming enthusiast.
by Judy on Feb. 3, 2005 @ 11:51 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Reuters is reporting that they have received word from a company source that Sony could miss its end-March target for the European launch of its PSP. This would effectively be the second time it has delayed the European launch, since it originally planned to release the handheld in time for Christmas last year.
by Judy on Feb. 3, 2005 @ 4:59 p.m. PST | Filed under
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The Realms of Stelanthir is a 3D MMORPG set in Stelanthir, a mysterious world. Choose to be a person of the light, a human, an elf or a dwarf and fight for freedom and peace within the world. Or join the side of darkness, the undead, a vampire or an orc. Causing havoc and chaos throughout the world. Which path you take is up to you. Live the game. Realms of Stelanthir has been signed by a yet unnamed publisher, until then, read more to check the screens ...
by Judy on Feb. 3, 2005 @ 4:34 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Sony Online Entertainment announced today that it has expanded operations with the formation of a development studio in Seattle, Washington. SOE Seattle will be headed up by Matt Wilson, who some of you may remember from Microsoft’s cancelled Mythica MMO. Ed Fries (formerly of Microsoft) will also be working with the SOE Seattle team in an advisory role, but will not be joining the company full-time.
by Judy on Feb. 3, 2005 @ 10:45 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Rocking the horror genre with its new action-horror release, Cold Fear, Ubisoft today announced that Marilyn Manson's song "Use Your Fist and Not Your Mouth" headlines the in-game soundtrack. Manson's edgy track sets the stage for the trouble that awaits lead character Tom Hansen as he arrives on the violently rocking ship's bloodstained decks.
by Judy on Feb. 3, 2005 @ 9:03 a.m. PST | Filed under
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SCEA announced today the North American launch details for its highly anticipated PSP. Available through retail outlets on March 24, the company continues its consumer-centric legacy with the release of the PSP Value Pack for a suggested retail price of $249.99 U.S./$299.99 CND. REad more for details and list of PSP launch titles
by Judy on Feb. 3, 2005 @ 8:36 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Only a few days after we reported on the first details, more credibility has been given to an upcoming PC version of Climax's RPG Sudeki, as publisher Zoo Digital's release schedule now reflects a date of May 25th, 2005. ZXoo Digital has also gone forth and launched a product page for Sudeki, which reads "After a successful release on Xbox in 2004, Sudeki is now ready for the massive PC audience in this beautifully crafted RPG from Climax."
by Judy on Feb. 3, 2005 @ 4:20 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Last week it was revealed that EA's Tiburon studio was working on a "non sports" product, and today it was revealed through
the EA job page that EA-Tiburon has taken on a 3rd Person Action Title... SUPERMAN! Best known for delivering AAA sports games such as: Madden Football, NFL STREET, NCAA Football, and NASCAR racing, Tiburon is now expanding it's suite of products to include a huge movie licensed, 3rd Person Action title.
by Judy on Feb. 3, 2005 @ 3:41 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Live fastballs, suicide squeezes, grass-staining dives, seventh-inning stretches, walk-off homeruns, peanuts and hotdogs… these are just some of the things that make the sport of baseball America’s favorite pastime. The victory of a baseball game can depend on the walk-off homerun in the ninth inning or a simple second base steal.
by Judy on Feb. 3, 2005 @ 2:34 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Electronic Arts announced today that it has completed its previously announced purchase of 3,497,049 shares of Ubisoft Entertainment S.A. from Talpa Beheer B.V. for a purchase price of 19.69 Euros per share.
by Judy on Feb. 2, 2005 @ 9:44 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Ubisoft has launched
the official Cold Fear website, head on over there for a gruesome inside-look into Darkworks survival horror title and find all the most up-to-date content and assets about the game and to participate in community forums.
by Judy on Feb. 2, 2005 @ 6:31 p.m. PST | Filed under
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EA has released the first patch for its recent 3D RTS Lord of the Rings: The Battle for Middle Earth. This update brings your retail game (English & German) to v1.01 and adds 3 new MP maps, a communicator, balance changes, quick match tweaks and the usual bug/crash fixes. Read more for detailed fix list and download links ...
by Judy on Feb. 2, 2005 @ 4:09 p.m. PST | Filed under
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According to
CGOnline Relic Entertainment founder Alex Garden has left the company. Relic was acquired by THQ last year, and a statement issued by the publisher said that Garden "wrapped up his projects for us, including facilitating the transition through the Relic acquisition, and is now focusing on projects apart from THQ."
by Judy on Feb. 2, 2005 @ 1:22 p.m. PST | Filed under
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UEFA Champions League will offer soccer fans the opportunity to guide their chosen club from qualification anxiety through to big night glory, adding an element of the unexpected allowing lower league teams into the glamour world of European football. Throughout the game, players need to negotiate 50 unique and challenging on- and off-field missions successfully to take control of their UEFA Champions League destiny.
by Judy on Feb. 2, 2005 @ 9:32 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Vivisector: Beast Inside developed by Action Forms (creators of Chasm and Carnivores series) is a unique mixture of 3D Action/Horror. The game blends a thrilling interactive story with intense, high-adrenaline action and immerses players in a rich and fascinating storyline.
by Judy on Feb. 2, 2005 @ 9:06 a.m. PST | Filed under
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The Matrix will become reality as gamers everywhere log into The Matrix Online on March 25, 2005, to continue the saga of The Matrix movie trilogy.
by Judy on Feb. 2, 2005 @ 8:08 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Sony Computer Entertainment America announced today the February 22, 2005 North American release of Gran Turismo 4, available exclusively for the PlayStation 2.
by Judy on Feb. 2, 2005 @ 8:03 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Midway Games today announced a multi-year licensing agreement with Epic Games giving Midway use of Epic's Unreal Engine 3 technology and tools for next generation console and PC game development. Unreal Engine 3 technology and tools are now in use at Midway's internal studios including: Midway's Chicago studio (NBA Ballers and the Mortal Kombat franchise), Midway's Austin studio (Area 51; and Surreal Software, the creators of The Suffering.)
by Judy on Feb. 2, 2005 @ 2:34 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Sony Europe announce the Quarter 2, 2005 release of the PS2 exclusive God of War, delving a single-player combat action-adventure, based on the dark world of Ancient Greek mythology. Players take on the role of the infamous warrior Kratos, caught up in an engrossing narrative of violence, madness and revenge in which brutal combat is combined with fiendish puzzle-solving.
by Thomas Wilde on Feb. 2, 2005 @ 1:18 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Death Jr. is a new action platforming game that seamlessly blends elements from first-person shooters with the exploration of a third-person platformer and serves up a large dose of intense gameplay and weapon heavy combat for the PSP.
by Judy on Feb. 1, 2005 @ 7:14 p.m. PST | Filed under
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2 Fast Driver is the sequel to Play Publishing's 2003 racing game, Maluch Racer. Based on a completely new engine with advanced physics and support for the latest graphics cards, this demo represents 80% quality of the final product. The demo contains one track placed in a big city and one car (Red Thunder). Read more for details and download links ...
by Judy on Feb. 1, 2005 @ 3:36 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Ubisoft today announced that it has chosen Montreal for the next phase of its international development. Ubisoft plans to create 1000 new jobs in its Montreal division, which is internationally reputed for innovation and creativity.
by Judy on Feb. 1, 2005 @ 12:19 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Square Enix and Disney Interactive today announced they have shipped a total of 1 million units of Kingdom Hearts: Chain of Memories in North America and Japan just two months after its launch. Kingdom Hearts: Chain of Memories, an action role-playing game exclusively for the GBA, has been available in Japan since November 2004, followed by the release in North America on December 7, 2004.
by Judy on Feb. 1, 2005 @ 9:55 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Crave Entertainment today announced the upcoming release of MX World Tour: Featuring Jamie Little. This motocross racing game features head-to-head competition for up to four players with race commentary and the chance to race against well-known commentator and racer Jamie Little.