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Tony Hawk’s Motion and Hue Pixel Painter utilizes the Motion Pack to feature accelerometer technology so gamers can twist, tilt and turn through numerous skateboarding sessions and for the first time in franchise history, the game brings snowboarding.
PS2 Review - 'DanceDanceRevolution: Disney Channel Edition'
by Sanford May on Sept. 22, 2008 @ 1:00 a.m. PDT | Filed under Reviews
DanceDanceRevolution: Disney Channel Edition features music and characters from some of Disney Channel's favorite TV shows and movies, including Hannah Montana, High School Musical, The Suite Life of Zack and Cody, That's So Raven, The Cheetah Girls, Kim Possible and more. The game contains 40 songs that can be unlocked by completing various gameplay challenges.
'Brothers in Arms: Hell's Highway' (ALL) System Requirements
by Rainier on Sept. 21, 2008 @ 6:07 a.m. PDT | Filed under News
Brothers in Arms: Hell's Highway, the third entry in the series, has you reprise the heroic role of Sergeant Matt Baker, a soldier of the 101st Airborne Division, during Operation Market Garden in the late stages of World War II.
PS3 Review - 'Ferrari Challenge Trofeo Pirelli'
by Brian Dumlao on Sept. 21, 2008 @ 5:42 a.m. PDT | Filed under Reviews
Activision's Ferrari Challenge is a realistic racing game, developed by Eutechnyx, from the famous Italian sports car manufacturer, with the official license of the motor sports series with the input of professional racing drivers.
Xbox Live Arcade Review - 'Castle Crashers'
by Alan Martin on Sept. 20, 2008 @ 5:07 a.m. PDT | Filed under Reviews
Castle Crashers is a four-player game where players are knights on a quest to regain a stolen idol. Embark on the adventure on your own or with up to three friends and discover the mind-boggling magic and mystery in the mythical world.
'SAS: Secure Tomorrow' Announced - Screens & Trailer
by Rainier on Sept. 20, 2008 @ 4:55 a.m. PDT | Filed under News
A perfectly organized terrorist group has rescued their leader from a high security prison. Now, SAS steps in. Join the elite military formation and support them in the fight against terrorism.
'Hinterland' - 10 New Screens
by Rainier on Sept. 20, 2008 @ 4:45 a.m. PDT | Filed under News
Independent strategy, simulation and role-playing developer Tilted Mill Entertainment (known for SimCity Societies and Caesar IV) announced Hinterland, a game where you loot, level and build mixed with fast paced RPG combat and strategic base building!
Various Game Trailers #1437
by Rainier on Sept. 19, 2008 @ 7:00 p.m. PDT | Filed under News
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:
- SOCOM Confrontation [PS3] - Voice Overs Trailer
- Sacred 2: Fallen Angel [PS3/X360/PC] - Blind Guardian Intro Trailer
- NBA 09: The Inside [PSP/PS3] - Big Man Trailer
- Command & Conquer: Red Alert 3 [ALL] - Remix Trailer
- Dark Horizon - Gameplay Trailer
- NBA 2K9 [ALL] - Gameplay Trailer
- Portal Prelude - Trailer
We will update this throughout the day when new trailers become available. Read more for download links ...
'Spider-man: Web of Shadows' Tricia Helfer Voices Black Cat - Screens & Trailer
by Rainier on Sept. 19, 2008 @ 4:01 p.m. PDT | Filed under News
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. Fans who pre-order at Best Buy will receive an all-new collectible art book filled with unique art.
'Mega Man 9' (Wii/PS3/X360) Gets North American Release Date
by Rainier on Sept. 19, 2008 @ 1:10 p.m. PDT | Filed under News
The original 2D classic Mega Man returns, bringing the series back to its core with retro-action platform gameplay and NES-inspired old school graphics. Relive the Mega Man experience with maniacally themed environments, a host of power-ups, and classically inspired bosses, each with their own unique weapons and weaknesses.
'Kingdom Hearts Re: Chain of Memories' (PS2) Coming to North America
by Rainier on Sept. 19, 2008 @ 8:59 a.m. PDT | Filed under News
Kingdom Hearts Re:Chain of Memories is the essential piece that bridges the gap between Kingdom Hearts and Kingdom Hearts II. Originally released in 2004 for GBA, this full 3D rendition on the PS2 has never been released in North America - this is an entry in the Kingdom Hearts saga that fans of the series can't miss!
'The King of Fighters XII' (PS3/X360) - New Screens
by Rainier on Sept. 19, 2008 @ 8:46 a.m. PDT | Filed under News
In development for quite a while now, KOF XII is a fresh start with a brand new engine and overhauled sprites. Scheduled for release on Taito's Type X² arcade machine mid 2008, KOF XII is expected to be ported on PS3 and Xbox 360 in 2009.
'The Witcher - Enhanced Edition Patches Available
by Rainier on Sept. 19, 2008 @ 8:39 a.m. PDT | Filed under News
The Witcher Enhanced Edition, CD Projekt's action/RPG, adds changes to the game's mechanics, better graphics, shorter load times, improved stability, the recently released D'jinni mod editor, two new adventures, making of DVD, two soundtracks, etc. If you have the original The Witcher, you can now download patches/upgrades to bring it on par with the Enhanced Edition.
'Overgrowth' Announced
by Rainier on Sept. 19, 2008 @ 3:30 a.m. PDT | Filed under News
Overgrowth is a 3d action-adventure game set in a world of anthropomorphic rabbits and wolves who use paws, claws and medieval weaponry to engage each other in battle. With a brand new engine, featuring next generation animation, physics, and rendering, Wolfire Games promises to stay true to its tradition of combining high-end graphics with innovative fighting mechanics.
Friday, September 19, 2008 Shipping Announcements
by Rainier on Sept. 19, 2008 @ 3:27 a.m. PDT | Filed under News
Another day, another batch of games shipped to stores. Instead of giving them all their own posts, we grouped them, and so far there are announcements for:
- La Tale (PC)
- Ford Racing Off Road (PC)
- Battle Fantasia (Xbox 360)
- Birth of America II: Wars in America 1750-1815 (PC/UK only)
- Loco Mogul (PC)
- Igor The Game (NDS/Wii/PC)
We will update this throughout the day when new announcements become available. Read more for details ...
No 'Need for Speed Undercover' (PS3/X360/PC) Demo Planned
by Rainier on Sept. 19, 2008 @ 3:01 a.m. PDT | Filed under News
Need for Speed Undercover is an intense action racing title taking the franchise back to its roots and re-introduces breakneck cop chases, the world's hottest cars and spectacular highway battles. According to Need for Speed: Undercover producer John Doyle there are no demo plans, Black Box wants to focus on the game instead.
PS3 Review - 'Tiger Woods PGA Tour 09'
by Brad Hilderbrand on Sept. 19, 2008 @ 2:45 a.m. PDT | Filed under Reviews
Tiger Woods PGA Tour 09 will feature dynamic, personalized gameplay via Tiger Woods' personal coach, Hank Haney, a more intuitive and customized EA Sports GamerNet++ experience as well as an all-new game engine powering online play.
'Race Driver: GRID' (ALL) to Get Downloadable Car Pack, New Achievements
by Rainier on Sept. 19, 2008 @ 2:24 a.m. PDT | Filed under News
GRID takes you to locations over 3 continents to compete in a variety of racing events. Packed with the most powerful racecars - new, classic, circuit and drift - you will compete in urban street races, official racetracks and championships. The premium 8 Ball pack is set to feature eight thrilling new cars to race and two new online events to compete in.
'Mass Effect' (ALL) Coming to the Silver Screen ?
by Rainier on Sept. 19, 2008 @ 2:08 a.m. PDT | Filed under News
Mass Effect invites players to take the role of Commander Shepard as they set out on an adventure to save the galaxy from imminent destruction. Wrought with treachery, heroism, difficult decisions and a universe filled with unique and colorful species, Mass Effect delivers a truly compelling storyline. Producer Avi Arad, known for X-Men, Spider-Man and most recently Iron Man movies, has optioned the rights to EA/Bioware's Mass Effect. Avi Arad has recently started his own production company and has been getting into videogame adaptations, starting with Capcom's Lost Planet.
TECMO And KOEI Merger Details Coming in Two Months
by Rainier on Sept. 19, 2008 @ 2:01 a.m. PDT | Filed under News
After TECMO turned down a friendly take over offer from Square Enix it revealed early plans to join up with KOEI instead, and has now issued a statement that it will reveal a merger roadmap in two months. A committee has been formed to oversee the business of the two newly-merged companies, which is expected to produce a concrete integration scheme for unifying the two companies in the next two months (thanks Andreas).
'The Conduit' (Wii) Controller Mapping Contest
by Rainier on Sept. 18, 2008 @ 6:46 p.m. PDT | Filed under News
The Conduit is a stunning action FPS that promises to provide some of the best visuals seen to date on the Wii, featuring terrifying alien creatures, an advanced AI System, and a rich, conspiracy-laden story. High Voltage Software are accepting fan-created control mappings and Wii-motions for their first-person action shooter.
Various Game Trailers #1436
by Rainier on Sept. 18, 2008 @ 6:05 p.m. PDT | Filed under News
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:
- Supersonic Acrobatic Rocket-Powered Battle-Cars [PSN] - Trailer
- Samba De Amigo [Wii] - Friends Trailer
- CustomPlay Golf 2009 [Wii/PC] - Trailer #2
- King's Bounty: The Legend - Tales from Endoria #5
- Cursed Mountain [Wii] - Trailer
- DemiGod [PC] - Rook Trailer
- Ultimate Band [NDS/Wii] - Trailer
- Tecmo Bowl: Kickoff [NDS] - Trailer #5
We will update this throughout the day when new trailers become available. Read more for download links ...
'The Witcher Enhanced Edition' - Blood Revival Patch Available NOW
by Rainier on Sept. 18, 2008 @ 3:06 p.m. PDT | Filed under News
The Witcher Enhanced Edition, CD Projekt's action/RPG, adds changes to the game's mechanics, better graphics, shorter load times, improved stability, the recently released D'jinni mod editor, two new adventures, making of DVD, two soundtracks, etc. The North American edition painstakingly had no blood, which is fixed by applying this patch.
KFC Teams Up With 'Guitar Hero' (ALL) to Give you the Ultimate Gaming Room
by Rainier on Sept. 18, 2008 @ 1:01 p.m. PDT | Filed under News
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). Fans will be able to register online beginning Oct. 26 for a chance to win the ultimate gaming room, including a plasma TV, sound system, furniture, refreshment center, gaming consoles and up to 25 games.
'Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare' Variety Map Pack Goes Half-Price on PSN
by Rainier on Sept. 18, 2008 @ 12:05 p.m. PDT | Filed under News
CoD 4: Modern Warfare is an action-thriller arming gamers with the most advanced and powerful arsenal of modern day firepower to fight a new war in the world's most treacherous hotspots. Starting Sept. 18 through Sept. 25, the CoD 4 Variety Map Pack will be available for $4.99, down from $9.99, coinciding with a Double XP weekend.
