Electronic Arts today announced that SSX 3 has shipped and is now available at retail under the EA SPORTS BIG brand. The third installment in EA's flagship action sports franchise, SSX 3 is now available for the PlayStation2, Xbox, and Nintendo GameCube. SSX 3 will also be released for the Game Boy® Advance on November 4th.

Konami Digital Entertainment - America announced today that the highly anticipated game, Castlevania: Lament of Innocence has shipped to retail outlets nationwide. The legendary action/adventure series, Castlevania: Lament of Innocence for the PlayStation2 boasts a powerful storyline, stunning 3D graphics and outstanding gameplay. The game has been developed by luminary producer Koji Igarashi at Konami Computer Entertainment Tokyo and is rated M for Mature by the Entertainment Software Association (ESA).

ESPN Videogames today announced that the highly acclaimed ESPN NBA Basketball has shipped to major retailers across North America. Having set the standard in basketball realism and entertainment, ESPN NBA Basketball continues its dynasty delivering unparalleled visual quality, unrivaled gameplay entertainment, and true innovation that is the foundation of the ESPN Videogames brand. Furthering the commitment to creating a telecast-quality experience, ESPN NBA Basketball includes the talent of Kevin Frazier - ESPN SportsCenter anchor - and Tom Tolbert - NBA analyst for ESPN - as in-game announcers. ESPN NBA Basketball and other ESPN Videogames are produced by Visual Concepts.

Atari takes PC gamers on a wild ride this holiday season with something for everyone from RollerCoaster Tycoon® 2. Hitting the shelves on October 21 will be the new expansion pack for RollerCoaster Tycoon 2-Time Twister. Also available will be the RollerCoaster Tycoon 2-Combo Park Pack. The new expansion pack and combo pack make the perfect combination of exciting interactive entertainment and value for the holidays.

DreamCatcher Games today announced that it has shipped Curse: The Eye of Isis on PC in North America. Curse: The Eye of Isis centers on Darien Dane and his assistant, Victoria Sutton as they investigate the disappearance of an ancient sacred Egyptian statue. Protected by an evil curse, the statue causes madness (or violent death) to those who come in contact with it. Darien must battle hordes of zombies and evil mummies to find this statue and return it to its pyramid home before total carnage ensues.

Electronic Arts and LEGO Interactive today announced that Bionicle, a fast-paced action adventure platform title based on one of the LEGO Company’s most successful toy lines of recent years, is now available for the PS2, Xbox and Nintendo GameCube. The PC-CD version of the game is scheduled for release on October 28, and will include special features that deliver a more life-like experience to consumers with PCs based on the Intel Pentium4 Processor with HT Technology.

iGames Publishing today announced that this Halloween’s most anticipated horror game, Nosferatu: The Wrath of Malachi, has shipped to retail stores nationwide. Based on the classic film, Nosferatu combines first-person shooter action with shocking horror elements in a gothic castle setting ridden with deadly, nightmarish vampires. Nosferatu has an MSRP of $29.99 and has been rated M for Mature.

CDV Software Entertainment has announced that "No Man's Land" for the PC is now available in retail stores. Set in the rugged, unclaimed expanse of North America from 1600 to 1900, "No Man's Land" is a historical real-time strategy game that is sure to engender a revolutionary spirit among all who play it.

Atari today shipped Deer Hunter 2004 for the personal computer to retail outlets nationwide. Deer Hunter 2004, the latest game in the successful PC hunting franchise, represents the most substantial advancement to the Deer Hunter franchise since the series was introduced in 1997... Read more for full pressrelease and download links!

The Adventure Company today announced that it has shipped The Black Mirror to stores in North America. The Black Mirror’s story is based on Englishman Samuel Gordon, who had left his boyhood home many years before, vowing never to return. The accidental death of his grandfather, William, forces him to make the painful journey back. After reading William’s journal, Samuel learns that the death is no accident, but linked to a string of gruesome and mysterious deaths dating back 100 years. Upon investigating, Samuel discovers that he’s much closer to the mystery than he thinks; in fact, he’s at the very center of it.

Gotham Games, a publishing label of Take-Two Interactive Software, announced today that MTV's Celebrity Deathmatch for the PlayStation2, PlayStation, Xbox, and PC has shipped to retail outlets nationwide. Based on the MTV claymation hit series, MTV's Celebrity Deathmatch is available for the MSRP of $19.99. MTV's Celebrity Deathmatch will be shipping to retail in Europe on October 31, 2003.

BAM! Entertainment announced today that it has commenced shipping of Wallace & Gromit in Project Zoo for PS2, Xbox and GameCube to follow next week. Created by Aardman, the popular clay characters Wallace & Gromit have starred in several half-hour films that have won more than 45 international awards including two Oscars. Wallace & Gromit in Project Zoo was developed by U.K.-based Frontier Developments, who have added a superb visual dimension to compliment Aardman's much loved duo.

Capcom today announced the release of Viewtiful Joe for the GameCube. An all-new concept in video games, Viewtiful Joe blends the latest cel-shaded graphic advancements with classic side-scrolling action gameplay tointroduce the world’s quirkiest action superhero, Joe! Viewtiful Joe redefines the action genre by mixing innovative “viewpoint” fighting and amazing cartoon-noir environments, resulting in a visual experience unlike any other.

Atlus U.S.A. announced today that "DemiKids: Light and Dark Versions" for the Game Boy Advance, an offshoot of the insanely popular Shin Megami Tensei series in Japan has shipped to retailers nationwide..

Legacy Interactive announced today that the latest addition to its popular “Law & Order” computer game franchise, Law & Order II: Double or Nothing, has shipped to retail outlets with an SRP of $29.95. Exclusively for PC/CD-ROM, Law & Order II: Double or Nothing is distributed by Vivendi Universal Games and is rated T for Teen. You can also check our Law & Order 2 preview.

Your mission is to lead an army of urban guerillas now that Electronic Arts has shipped Freedom Fighters on the PlayStation2, Xbox, GameCube, and PC under its EA GAMES brand. Based on an alternate history in which the Soviet Union won the Cold War and invaded modern-day New York City, Freedom Fighters lets you join and eventually lead a revolution in this third-person action game that unfolds in the besieged streets of New York.

Strategy First and Nival Interactive are pleased to announce that their highly anticipated title, Etherlords II is on its way to North American retailers. “Players wanted a more accessible game with this sequel and that’s what Nival has done,” says Steve Milburn, Director of Marketing at Strategy First. “Nival has kept all of its strategic possibilities that made the first game great, but added a new layer of RPG to open it to whole new audience.”

With this year’s golf season drawing close to completion for most of the world, golf fans will be relieved that tee times are still available on some of the most beautiful courses. Microsoft Game Studios has announced today that Links 2003 Championship Edition ships today to retail locations throughout the U.S and English Canada.

CDV Software Entertainment, one of the leading German publishers and distributors of gaming software, announces that "American Conquest: Fight Back" for the PC is available in retail stores. A stand-alone add-on expansion to the popular real-time strategy title "American Conquest," this latest add-on game from the makers of "Cossacks" features new missions and nations, as well as a new "battlefield" mode of gameplay sure to engage strategy enthusiasts.

Strategy First and Empire Interactive are pleased to announce that their exciting RTS Warrior Kings: Battles has shipped to retail stores across North America! “Warrior Kings: Battles is an Epic real-time strategy game,” says Steve Milburn, Director of Marketing at Strategy First. “With superior AI and all new multiplayer modes, WKB is a must-have for all RTS fans. Warrior Kings: Battles maintains all of the excitement that made Warrior Kings a leader in the RTS genre. It’s a stand-alone title that adds a new strategic and tactical dimension to the series.

Master Chief has a new mission, and this time he is battling the Covenant on Microsoft Windows-based personal computers. Microsoft Game Studios, Bungie Studios and Gearbox Software today announced that "Halo" for Windows is available at retailers across the United States for an estimated retail price of $49.99 (U.S.).

Atari today announced the highly anticipated Dungeons & Dragons Heroes, the first Dungeons & Dragons branded adventure ever to hit a next-generation game console, exclusively for the Xbox has shipped to retail this week. Dungeons & Dragons Heroes features revolutionary four player coop play that allows up to four players to join or leave a game at anytime and play cooperatively through the single-player campaign.

Encore today announced that Grooverider: Slot Car Thunder for the Xbox and Nintendo GameCube has begun shipping to retailers. This completely new game brings the nostalgia and excitement of slot car racing to consoles for the first time. Designed for ages eight to adult, it retails for approximately $20 and carries an "Everyone" rating.

Microsoft today announced that Voodoo Vince is shipping to retailers throughout North America for an estimated retail price of $39.99 (U.S.). Voodoo Vince is an innovative new Xbox title where the only way Vince can hope to prevail is by getting his butt kicked.

Midway Sports announced today that NHL Hitz Pro, the re-invented version of the NHL Hitz videogame franchise, shipped today for the PS2, Xbox and GameCube. The head-to-head online play in NHL Hitz Pro features online player rankings and tournaments. NHL Hitz Pro also includes 100 percent NHL legitimate, 23-man player rosters that bring together pro players and authentic team lines with real offensive and defensive team formations in precise correlation with each NHL team.