by Rainier on Jan. 29, 2009 @ 4:15 p.m. PST | Filed under
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LocoRoco 2 further plunges you into a colorful world where jelly-like creatures sing, roll and bounce their way through levels to reach their goals. Guide your LocoRoco through the various worlds using a simple tilting and bouncing gameplay mechanic.
by Rainier on Jan. 29, 2009 @ 2:40 p.m. PST | Filed under
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In preparation for Epic's big Unreal Tournament 3 update, fans who own a retail copy may now freely register it with Steam, which will then be updated automatically via Steam and introduce support for Steamworks Achievements (with over 50 Achievements), plus a host of new features and enhancements in AI, Server Browsing, Demo Recording, Mod Support, and more.
by Rainier on Jan. 29, 2009 @ 12:58 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Gears of War blends tactical action with survival horror, thrusting gamers into the harrowing story of humankind's battle for survival against the Locust Horde. A digital certification set to
expire yesterday, did, and in the process rendered the PC game unplayable.
Epic was unaware of this "feature" and is consulting with Microsoft to get the issue resolved.
by Rainier on Jan. 29, 2009 @ 12:06 p.m. PST | Filed under
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SEGA's The House of the Dead: Overkill, developed by London-based studio Headstrong Games, is an all-new pulp-horror reinvention of the light-gun shooter franchise, taking you right back to the beginning of this classic horror series.
by Rainier on Jan. 29, 2009 @ 12:01 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Taito's classic Space Invaders game gets extreme once again with new features that bring the retro franchise up to speed with the Joneses such as a new Bingo and Multiplayer WiFi mode.
by Rainier on Jan. 29, 2009 @ 10:23 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Eidos and Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment on behalf of DC Comics announce Batman: Arkham Asylum, a 3rd-person action game powered by the Unreal Engine 3, with a dark and gritty setting reminiscent of Bioshock.
by Rainier on Jan. 29, 2009 @ 9:19 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Challenge Me: Maths Workout, with its extended gameplay and variety of features, gives you the chance to test yourself...
by Rainier on Jan. 29, 2009 @ 9:17 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Super Street Fighter II Turbo HD Remix will make its downloadable debut on XBLA and PSN by utilizing the original game code, while creating a fresh upgraded experience with new artwork and high resolution 1080p graphics. Wihout giving details, Capcom confirmed that
a patch for SF II HD Remix is in the works...
by Rainier on Jan. 29, 2009 @ 9:06 a.m. PST | Filed under
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G4BOX announced that its free-to-play, online military first-person shooter Cross Fire has entered open beta. Join one of two International Mercenary Forces Corporations locked in a global struggle.
by Adam Pavlacka on Jan. 29, 2009 @ 9:00 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Offering an original story line and an off-the-wall cast of characters, D3Publisher's third-person shooter Eat Lead: The Return of Matt Hazard parodies some of the most beloved genres of games and pop culture. We recently sat down with D3P producer Brian Etheridge, who gave us a lot more insight in the game.
by Rainier on Jan. 29, 2009 @ 7:11 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Call to Arms will introduce an array of new content for WAR players, including two highly anticipated new careers – the Orc Choppa and the Dwarf Slayer – and a new dungeon zone called “Land of the Dead,” set in the desert realm of the Tomb Kings.
by Rainier on Jan. 29, 2009 @ 6:31 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Prince of Persia is opening a new chapter in the Prince of Persia universe, featuring a new breed of gameplay. The game is poised to rejuvenate the action-adventure genre in addition to introducing a brand-new illustrative art style. The Prince of Persia Epilogue DLC continues the story of the Prince and Elika with a brand-new epic adventure.
by Rainier on Jan. 29, 2009 @ 5:47 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Mad Skills Motocross is a sidescrolling motocross game that reminds of the golden days of gaming while also utilizing high-tech features. The game sports neural networks for the AI and precise physical simulations of motocross bikes and riders.
by Rainier on Jan. 29, 2009 @ 5:37 a.m. PST | Filed under
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In a new installment of the Pranksterz franchise, the player takes on the role of a Russian agent, working undercover in the United States. His main task is to piss off potential spy thus stopping his activity...
by Rainier on Jan. 29, 2009 @ 5:19 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Mamba Games, headed up by former US THQ executive Robert Neilson, is a new dynamic multi-platform video games publisher announcing the first batch of products to be released throughout the globe.
by Rainier on Jan. 29, 2009 @ 4:57 a.m. PST | Filed under
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GamersGate announced today that it will offer its entire catalog “client-free” beginning Jan. 28, 2009, offering gamers more convenient access to their games without forcing them into a client.
by Rainier on Jan. 28, 2009 @ 6:49 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Another day, another batch of game trailers was released. Instead of giving them all their own posts, we grouped them, and so far there are trailers for:
- Final Fantasy XIII [PS3/X360] - Trailer #4
- Blood Bowl [ALL] - Chaos vs. Humans Trailer
- Elite Forces: Unit 77 [NDS] - Trailer
- The House of The Dead: Overkill [Wii] - Making Of Trailer #2
- WarHammer 40K: Dawn of War II [PC] - Orks Faction Trailer
- The Godfather II [ALL] - Don's View Trailer
- Deadly Creatures [Wii] - Combat Dev. Diary Trailer
We will update this throughout the day when new trailers become available. Read more for download links ...
by Rainier on Jan. 28, 2009 @ 2:07 p.m. PST | Filed under
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SF IV features a mix of returning favorites (Ryu, Ken, Chun-Li etc.) 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 Jan. 28, 2009 @ 11:44 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Conspiracy has entered into a publishing agreement to bring Black Bean's fast paced racing game SBK08 Superbike World Championship, developed by Milestone, to North America. SBK08 is the officially licensed WSBK, and will storm the next-gen consoles with brand new features and enhancements.
by Rainier on Jan. 28, 2009 @ 10:40 a.m. PST | Filed under
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The Academy of Interactive Arts and Sciences (AIAS) and IFC (Independent Film Channel) announced a partnership to bring the 12th Annual Interactive Achievement Awards, which take place on Feb. 19, 2009 at the Red Rock Resort and Casino in Las Vegas, to television audiences for the first time.
by Rainier on Jan. 28, 2009 @ 8:11 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Zombies across America will meet their match when D3Publisher brings the popular bikini-clad samurai sisters Aya and Saki to our shores in Onechanbara: Bikini Zombie Slayers on the Wii.
by Rainier on Jan. 28, 2009 @ 7:19 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Guitar Hero: Metallica features an Expert+ difficulty setting for people with two kick pedals, pop-up video style tracks, new guitar and bass tones, allowing you to play as a band member in single instrument or band career game modes, a total of 28 Metallica tracks, as well as 21 other artists such as Slayer, Queen, Foo Fighters, Judas Priest, Kyuss, Machine Head, etc.
by Rainier on Jan. 28, 2009 @ 6:59 a.m. PST | Filed under
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The 15th annual Madden Bowl in Tampa, Florida will have some of the NFL’s biggest stars compete to see who has the best skills on the virtual gridiron, including players from each Super Bowl team (Willie Parker/Pittsburgh Steelers and Edgerrin James/Arizona Cardinals) days before they duke it out on the field.
by Rainier on Jan. 28, 2009 @ 6:21 a.m. PST | Filed under
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SF IV features a mix of returning favorites (Ryu, Ken, Chun-Li etc.) 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 Jan. 28, 2009 @ 5:43 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Equipped with a variety of unique weapons and gadgets, players will hunt, fight and capture a wide range of supernatural villains in a funny and frightening battle to save New York City from its latest paranormal plague.