by Rainier on April 5, 2005 @ 12:57 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Eidos today reveals the first details, including title, in-game character model and brand direction, of the next adventure for video gaming’s leading lady. Lara Croft Tomb Raider: Legend is grounded in Lara Croft’s tomb raiding roots and built to challenge even the most accomplished serial adventurer. Read more for details ...
by Judy on April 5, 2005 @ 9:36 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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SCAR, a brand new racing simulation licensed by Alfa Romeo, and developed by racing sim specialists, Milestone, creators of the Superbike series and Racing Evoluzione. SCAR, Squadra Corse Alfa Romeo, is a stunning racing simulation which combines both realistic car physics, and vibrant graphics together with classic Role Playing Game elements to become the first 'CARPG' ever developed.
by Rainier on April 5, 2005 @ 1:18 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Aeon Flux is an action-packed game that combines speed stealth with acrobatic combat. The game bridges the fever-dream essence of the animated TV series with the mass-market appeal of the upcoming feature film featuring Oscar Winner Charlize Theron. Read more for details ...
by Rainier on April 4, 2005 @ 4:47 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Stolen is an ultra realistic, third person, stealth-based, action game based around a high-tech female thief. Along with innovative high-tech stealth/robbery game actions and events, Stolen also boasts some truly amazing technical and presentational features to give it a spectacular look that will captivate gamers. Read more new screens.
by Judy on April 4, 2005 @ 1:57 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Haunting Ground is a spine-chilling survival horror game is set in a mysterious castle that has become a prison for two innocent characters- an orphaned young girl and a white shepherd dog. They must utilize each other’s strengths if they hope to escape from their horrifying surroundings. Haunting Ground combines a compelling ambiance of terror and solitude with challenging puzzles and a unique gameplay approach.
by Rainier on April 4, 2005 @ 12:37 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Brave: The Search for Spirit Dancer, developed by Edinburgh-based VIS entertainment, 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. Brave's journey commences when his village comes under attack from the evil Wendigo, who uses his shamanic powers against Brave's tribe.
by Rainier on April 4, 2005 @ 8:05 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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It's hell on the highway and Electronic Arts today announced plans to let gamers live out their wildest commuter fantasies this September with Burnout Revenge. Burnout Revenge lets gamers rip through rush hour traffic and lay waste to scores of rubbernecking roadhogs in an over-the-top scene of vehicular mayhem. The game is currently in development by Criterion Games for the PS2 and Xbox.
by Paul Reith on April 4, 2005 @ 1:38 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Darkwatch is a cinematic 1st person shooter with an original premise that blends Vampire-Horror and Western genres. They grind their enemies for fuel, fashion their skin into protective cloaks and create weapons designed to exterminate en masse, and they are the good guys. We got to spend some time with High Moon and its prime title, here are our updated impressions ...
by Rainier on April 2, 2005 @ 1:20 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Blitz: The League exposes the harsh realism and troubling, behind-the-scenes stories of a fictional professional football league. Blitz: The League is being developed by Midway's Chicago in collaboration with a writer from ESPN's controversial "Playmakers" TV series. Blitz: The League goes behind the glitz and glamour of the game through a revolutionary campaign mode that explores the on-field violence, off-field fallout and front-office politics of professional football.
by Rainier on April 2, 2005 @ 12:32 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Sengoku Basara takes you to the Sengoku War period in Japan where you must guide your warlord through armies of foot soldiers, with a gameplay style reminiscent of other hack-and-slash titles like Dynasty Warriors and Kingdom Under fire. Produced by Resident Evil 4's Hiroyuki Kobayashi, and with Devil May Cry's Makoto Tsuchibayashi in charge of character design Sengoku Basara is already well on its way to be an interesting title in the very least.
by Agustin on April 2, 2005 @ 12:09 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Set during the famous airdrop before the invasion at Normandy, Sgt. Matt Baker and his squad of 101st Airborne paratroopers were scattered over the French countryside. As the story unfolds, the player (Baker) must choose between the success of his mission and the lives of his men – his brothers in arms.
by Judy on April 1, 2005 @ 2:46 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Midnight Club 3: Dub Edition is the quintessential racing game for any true aficionado of the automotive and racing lifestyle, and is the only game to offer a full range of street vehicle culture including over 50 fully customizable licensed vehicles. The full spectrum includes import tuners, motorcycles and luxury rides all of which are fully customizable in both style and performance.
by Rainier on April 1, 2005 @ 1:16 p.m. PST | Filed under
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In Jaws, players assume the role of a Great White shark driven to a predacious frenzy by the sonic emanations of underwater oil drilling equipment. To defend their underwater territory, players undertake a campaign to drive the raiders away while simultaneously solving a series of action-based puzzles designed to thwart the player.
by Rainier on April 1, 2005 @ 12:14 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Atari has signed a worldwide publishing agreement with French developer Quantic Dream, and will be bringing Indigo Prophecy to North America. Indigo Prophecy, previously known as Fahrenheit, is a spectacular interactive thriller, set in New-York, gives gamers the unique chance to play both hunter and fugitive, which in turn leads them to speak, explore, interact, fight and confront unknown dark forces.
by Judy on April 1, 2005 @ 11:11 a.m. PST | Filed under
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KOEI today announced that the much-anticipated action game Dynasty Warriors 5 for the PlayStation 2 has shipped to North American retailers and is in stores now. The game already made its Japanese debut last month and continues to dominate the charts as the top-selling video game in Japan.
by Rainier on April 1, 2005 @ 8:32 a.m. PST | Filed under
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With bright, family-friendly 3D graphics, Crazy Golf: World Tour features addictive gameplay, easy-to-learn controls and provides the perfect quick gaming fix for any casual gamer. With the addition of the multiplayer feature, this title is an excellent social game that is sure to appeal to every member of the family.
by Rainier on April 1, 2005 @ 2:52 a.m. PST | Filed under
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The first-ever Battlefield console installment will drop players into the heat of battle on the high tech frontlines, entering a new modern era of combat with more firepower and new expansive environments. Armed with the latest modern weaponry, players can take control of over 30 vehicles, including tanks, helicopters and fast attack vehicles, to engage in major conflicts in some of the largest online battles.
by Thomas Wilde on April 1, 2005 @ 12:55 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Project: Snowblind is a the first-person action shooter putting you in the role of an elite super soldier, fighting on the front lines of a near-future war using unique weapons, abilities and high-tech gadgetry that inject depth and variety to gameplay.
by Judy on March 31, 2005 @ 3:06 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Through the Action Role-Playing Game, Colosseum: Road to Freedom, video gamers will experience first-hand the thrill of fighting in the gruesome spectacles of gladiator games, as well as the hardships of training as a slave.
by Judy on March 31, 2005 @ 3:05 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Romance of the Three Kingdoms X will cover nearly 147 years of Chinese history starting with the fall of the Han Dynasty at the end of second century A.D. Developed by KOEI, Romance of the Three Kingdoms X is produced by Kou Shibusawa. The game is for one player, rated "T" by the ESRB, and scheduled to launch in North America in June 2005.
by Rainier on March 31, 2005 @ 1:36 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Eidos in conjunction with Highway 1 Productions, takes an unrelenting look at urban street crime in its upcoming action video game 25 To Life. 25 To Life is being developed by Avalanche Software and will be available for PS2, Xbox and PC. Read more for screens & trailer ...
by Rainier on March 31, 2005 @ 10:31 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Set in the seedy underbelly of Las Sombras, players are immersed in an urban setting ruled by a criminal underworld of power, greed and corruption. This intense, urban action game features a twisting storyline filled with betrayal, warring cartels and hard-hitting battles.
by Rainier on March 30, 2005 @ 2:47 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Capcom today announced Flipnic: Ultimate Pinball for the PS2. Forget all you think you know about pinball – it’s not just about flippers and bumpers anymore! Flipnic redefines the pinball experience as players go on a wild journey through surrealistic 3D environments and encounter outrageous gameplay variations that must be seen to be believed.
by Judy on March 30, 2005 @ 10:55 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Soul Calibur III offers the series' hallmarks of exhilarating sword-fighting action and profound martial arts while also delivering highly improved graphics and sound effects to create a unique gaming experience. It also features a Character Creation Mode, which allows players to create original warriors. With so many new gameplay modes and new characters rich with personality, this title will offer players the world-class sword-fighting action they desire.
by Rainier on March 30, 2005 @ 10:33 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Use destructive weapons and innate mental powers to take on the most feared enemy in the galaxy - Mankind! Play as Crypto, an alien warrior sent to Earth to clear the way for the Furon invasion force. Your mission is to infiltrate humanity, control them, harvest their brain stems and ultimately destroy them. You choose the method - infiltration or disintigration!
