by Rainier on Nov. 17, 2008 @ 4:42 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Based on the animated TV series, Afro Samurai is the cutting edge game that delivers a new kind of cinematic game experience, a living episode that offers addictive, immersive and compelling gameplay that's dripping in style.
by Rainier on Nov. 17, 2008 @ 4:15 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Champions Online is an MMORPG based on the popular pen-and-paper Champions RPG, giving players the power of total customization of their hero experience while they explore a vast universe. Cryptic is looking for
a PS3 engine programmer to bring its MMO platform, which powers Champions Online and Star Trek Online, to PS3.
by Rainier on Nov. 17, 2008 @ 11:18 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Dragon Age: Origins represents BioWare’s return to its roots, delivering a fusion of elements from existing fantasy works with emotionally-driven narrative, heart-pounding combat, powerful magic abilities and credible digital actors.
by Rainier on Nov. 17, 2008 @ 7:06 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Metal Gear Online is a dedicated online game featuring characters, weaponry and levels taken from and inspired by Metal Gear Solid 4, allowing up to 16 people to play simultaneously. Konami is prepping new MGO content, Meme Expansion, adding three new maps and two new playable characters (Mei Ling & Liquid Ocelot).
Mirror's Edge is a first-person action adventure game where you are Faith, a 'runner' framed for murder in a world where communication channels are highly monitored and the movement of human traffic is closely watched.
by Mark Melnychuk on Nov. 16, 2008 @ 12:54 a.m. PST | Filed under
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SOCOM: U.S. Navy SEALs Confrontation focuses on online play and the global community and clans that support it, with support for Tournaments, Clan Ladders, and Leader Boards. Additionally, players will be able to modify their appearance through facial and physical customization.
by Dustin Chadwell on Nov. 15, 2008 @ 3:01 a.m. PST | Filed under
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MotorStorm: Pacific Rift is moving from the rugged desert to a lush Pacific island with all of the vehicles familiar of the first game (ATVs, rally cars, buggies, motorbikes, race trucks, etc.), while adding a new monster truck class.
by Brian Dumlao on Nov. 15, 2008 @ 2:56 a.m. PST | Filed under
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In the final chapter of the trilogy, players find Sypro teaming up with an unlikely ally - Cynder, his former enemy, to face his most challenging mission to date. As the Dark Master’s evil envelopes the world like a plague, Spyro must fulfill his destiny and unlock the true power of the purple dragon within him to stop the Dark Master in his tracks.
by Rainier on Nov. 14, 2008 @ 6:35 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Showcasing high definition graphics along with new, more accurate golf physics, Hot Shots Golf 5 offers up a new level of immersion to the franchise’s signature over-the-top visuals and pick up and play action. SCEA has rolled out a free update for Clap Hanz's golf game, which now features voice chat in Match Mode.
by Rainier on Nov. 14, 2008 @ 5:24 p.m. PST | Filed under
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THQ has picked up 50 Cent: Blood on the Sand in which you play as one of the world's biggest hip-hop stars in an all-out battle to protect 50 Cent's assets and to collect payment from a crooked overlord.
by Rainier on Nov. 14, 2008 @ 2:19 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Dynasty Warriors: GUNDAM 2 combines the devastating power of the Mobile Suit, the rich legacy of the GUNDAM universe and the furious Tactical Action game play of the Dynasty Warriors series. The game will thrust players into incredible battles against legions of enemy Mobile Suits on distant planetary surfaces and in the far reaches of outer space.
by Rainier on Nov. 14, 2008 @ 10:29 a.m. PST | Filed under
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SF IV features a mix of returning favorites such as Ryu, Ken, Chun-Li and Guile along with new characters created for this game, such as Crimson Viper, Abel, El Fuerte, and Rufus. Characters and environments are rendered in stylized 3D, while the game is played in the classic 2D perspective with additional 3D camera flourishes.
by Rainier on Nov. 13, 2008 @ 8:36 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Capcom's Resident Evil 5 is the forthcoming installment in the Resident Evil survival horror series, which will debut for the PS3 and X360, promising to revolutionize the series by delivering an unbelievable level of detail, realism and control.
by Brad Hilderbrand on Nov. 13, 2008 @ 3:51 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Guitar Hero: World Tour will feature guitar, vocals, drums, the ability to create your own songs (and upload them on GHTunes), four-player on/offline co-op, and an eight-player battle of the bands multiplayer mode (4vs4).
by Mark Melnychuk on Nov. 13, 2008 @ 3:41 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Golden Axe: Beast Rider, developed by Secret Level, delivers action-RPG thrills as a small band of Riders embark on an epic adventure to recruit allies, expose the enemy and prevent the annihilation of their breed.
by Rainier on Nov. 12, 2008 @ 5:42 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Merchants of Brooklyn, powered by the CryEngine 2, is a fast-paced, futuristic FPS combining an intriguing and unique art style with innovative and exciting gameplay – daring fans of shooters and action games to survive in post-apocalyptic New York gone very, very bad.
by Rainier on Nov. 12, 2008 @ 5:27 a.m. PST | Filed under
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SF IV features a mix of returning favorites such as Ryu, Ken, Chun-Li and Guile along with new characters created for this game, such as Crimson Viper, Abel, El Fuerte, and Rufus. Characters and environments are rendered in stylized 3D, while the game is played in the classic 2D perspective with additional 3D camera flourishes.
by Rainier on Nov. 10, 2008 @ 7:41 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Syd, the dark destroyer equipped with a large machine gun and a special fist, will eradicate anything in his path. His mission? To scale the “Living Tower” and destroy it. To his surprise, he finds Fillena, a mysterious female warrior along the way. Experience their adventurous ascent in a romantic art nouveau style world that merges the beauty of organic motifs with technology and action-packed gameplay.
by Rainier on Nov. 10, 2008 @ 6:51 a.m. PST | Filed under
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X-Blades, previously known as Oniblade, is a third-person, anime-style action/adventure. Your heroine wields two magical blades that can be used as swords or guns, and has magical abilities, all of which are upgradeable.
A deadly symbiote invasion brings total devastation to the streets of New York City in the next Spider-Man: Web of Shadows, where players have ultimate control over the city’s salvation and Spider-Man's destiny.
by Rainier on Nov. 7, 2008 @ 7:29 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Starting Sat. Nov. 8 at 8AM, Wal-Mart is giving people who buy the $399 PS3 model a $100 gift card. Unlike the earlier models, the 80GB PS3 is not backwards compatible with PS2 titles. On top of that offer, Wal-Mart is also throwing in a $30 gift card when buy either the $129 PS2 or a $199 Ratchet & Clank PSP Bundle, guaranteeing a minimum of 4 per store for all of the above.
by Rainier on Nov. 7, 2008 @ 10:46 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Kombat forces friends to fight, worlds to collide, and unlikely alliances to be forged. In order to save all they know, the heroes and villains of Mortal Kombat must wage war against the combined might of the DC Universe.
by Rainier on Nov. 7, 2008 @ 10:08 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Free Realms is a free whimsical fantasy massively multiplayer RPG from Sony Online offering lighthearted adventuring, aimed primarily at casual female gamers, and optional bonus content via micro transactions. Fans interested in participating in the beta test can now
sign up (only North America, Europe to come later).
by Rainier on Nov. 7, 2008 @ 4:16 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Set across six classic American horror movie inspired levels, Burn Zombie Burn is a third-person shoot-em-up in the classic coin-op tradition featuring next-gen game play mechanics, and possessing that ‘one-more-go’ addictiveness which define all of the great shooters.
by Rainier on Nov. 7, 2008 @ 1:03 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Silent Hill: Homecoming is a psychological horror game thrusting players into a shadowy world of chaos and terror with atmospheric HD graphics, an all-new iconic and chilling soundtrack by Akira Yamaoka, and an original storyline that sheds new light on the desolate, fog-shrouded town of Silent Hill. For the next 5 days PC fans will receive a 10% discount on Steam.