by Rainier on Sept. 12, 2008 @ 4:24 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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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.
by Rainier on Sept. 12, 2008 @ 3:33 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Activision has acquired music-based games developer FreeStyleGames, currently developing localized downloadable content for the Guitar Hero franchise, as well as a yet to be announced new, intellectual property in the music genre.
by Jesse Littlefield on Sept. 12, 2008 @ 2:21 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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As a member of a black ops unit, your mission in Vampire Rain is to secretly eliminate a growing population of deadly vampires known as Nightwalkers. Vampire Rain: Altered Species features extra bonus levels, revamped animations, character interactions, and multiplayer.
by Rainier on Sept. 11, 2008 @ 8:29 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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War Leaders: Clash of Nations places gamers in the roles of the major leaders of WWII, including Roosevelt, Churchill and Stalin. Political, diplomatic and economic decision making will be key to success, while sound tactical strategies will ensure victory. Available in Germany for month, the game has finally gone gold and will be out in Spain, Portugal, UK and Italy next month.
by Rainier on Sept. 11, 2008 @ 8:02 p.m. PDT | 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:
- Baja: Edge of Control [PS3/X360] - Trailer (3)
- Saints Row 2 [ALL] - Co-Op Trailer
- Things On Wheels [X360/PC] - Gameplay Trailer
- F.E.A.R. 2: Project Origin [ALL] - Name Change Trailer
- Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa [ALL] - Trailer #2
- Sonic Chronicles: The Dark Brotherhood [NDS] - Exploration Trailer
- Guitar Hero World Tour [ALL] - Ted Nudgent Trailer
We will update this throughout the day when new trailers become available. Read more for download links ...
by Rainier on Sept. 11, 2008 @ 3:44 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Strong Bad's Cool Game for Attractive People is a story-driven series with a comic spin based on Matt and Mike Chapman's online animated series. The player uncovers each episode's comedic plot through character interaction, dialogue-based puzzles, and the use/abuse of inventory items.
by Rainier on Sept. 11, 2008 @ 3:41 p.m. PDT | 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. Midway announced the complete cast of characters in Mortal Kombat vs DC Universe, adding Shao Kahn, Darkseid, Baraka and Lex Luthor.
by Rainier on Sept. 11, 2008 @ 11:40 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Commemorating the 20th anniversary of the franchise, the live-action Street Fighter film will be distributed in North America by 20th Century Fox in Feb. 2009. The movie, which began filming in March 2008, stars Kristin Kreuk (Chun-Li) and is directed by Andrzej Bartkowiak, known for Speed and Lethal Weapon 4. The Street Fighter storyline remains the same (the lead character searches for her father, who had mysteriously disappeared) and will show off exquisite action sequences.
by Rainier on Sept. 11, 2008 @ 10:22 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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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. 12 through Sept. 14, the CoD 4 Variety Map Pack will be available for 400 Microsoft Points, coinciding with a Double XP Weekend.
by Rainier on Sept. 11, 2008 @ 9:56 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Playing the role of Po, Tigress, Monkey or Shifu, gamers must battle Tai Lung who is setting out to capture the Furious Five to harness their chi energy. The game lets players unleash acrobatic kung fu moves using the Wii Remote and Nunchuk to chop, kick and punch through hordes of opponents in an epic battle.
by Rainier on Sept. 11, 2008 @ 9:45 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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In Skate City Heroes fans get the feel of skateboarding as players can get up on their feet and use the Wii Balance Board accessory, bringing action and innovation into the living room for the whole family.
by Matt Olsen on Sept. 11, 2008 @ 9:00 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Get ready to journey through the lands, seas and skies of the vibrant Dragon Quest world with a trilogy of updates. With 3D graphics, newly animated monsters and dual screen presentation, the series promises to captivate an entirely new generation of players, as well as treat long-time fans to three beloved adventures.
by Matt Olsen on Sept. 11, 2008 @ 8:59 a.m. PDT | 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 Sept. 11, 2008 @ 8:10 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2009 will unleash a new tag team experience, allowing players to build momentum and attributes, eliminate opponents with high impact double teams and finishers, as well as get the “hot tag” for the win.
by Rainier on Sept. 11, 2008 @ 7:40 a.m. PDT | 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). Ted Nugent will lend his voice and likeness, joining the all-star cast of rock legends to be featured in the game including Jimi Hendrix, Ozzy Osbourne and Sting.
by Rainier on Sept. 11, 2008 @ 7:34 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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With an extensive range of features Runes of Magic prepares to redefine the standard of free-to-play MMO games. Even at the beginning Runes of Magic conveys its absorbing story in over 600 quests embedded in an atmospheric world.
by Rainier on Sept. 11, 2008 @ 6:52 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Set five years after the original, San Vanelona's been rebuild after it was hit by a natural disaster. Equipped with double the bag of tricks, gamers are tasked to rebuild their career and revive the New San Vanelona skate scene.
by Rainier on Sept. 11, 2008 @ 6:48 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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NCAA Basketball 09 will build upon authenticity by capturing the emotion, intensity, and atmosphere of a real college basketball game. Feel the excitement of game night with the band playing fight songs, the student section leading the cheers and popular ESPN college basketball broadcasters. Former UCLA student-athlete basketball star Kevin Love has been chosen for the cover.
by Reggie Carolipio on Sept. 11, 2008 @ 6:29 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Various situations unfold in a world that changes in real time, with players’ choices leading to "unknown discoveries." Infinite Undiscovery offers a fantasy world overflowing with realism, allowing players to experience true role playing within a grand story.
by Rainier on Sept. 11, 2008 @ 3:27 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Egosoft's X³: Terran Conflict is a brand new, stand-alone game set in the universe of X³. It is the culmination of the X trilogy, with a grand finale that takes us all the way back to Earth's own solar system.
by Rainier on Sept. 11, 2008 @ 1:36 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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PES 2009 has undergone a graphical update to ensure its players look and move even more like their real-life counterparts. Similarly, all-new options allow users to tailor the game to their own tastes, while new moves, innovative new control elements and key online elements will further the realism of the new game. Konami has signed a 4 year exclusive license with UEFA Champions League, and also locked down players, logos and emblems of Liverpool and Manchester United.
by Rainier on Sept. 11, 2008 @ 1:18 a.m. PDT | 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 Sept. 11, 2008 @ 12:52 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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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:
- Rock Band 2 (Xbox 360)
We will update this throughout the day when new announcements become available. Read more for details ...
by Rainier on Sept. 10, 2008 @ 5:54 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Ubisoft will publish From Software's 13th installment in its mech-based combat franchise, Armored Core for Answer.
by Rainier on Sept. 10, 2008 @ 4:57 p.m. PDT | 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:
- LittleBigPlanet [PS3] - Sackboy Documentary Trailer
- Far Cry 2 [ALL] - Africa Diary Trailer #1
- NBA Live 09 [Wii] - Trailer
- Away: Shuffle Dungeon [NDS] - Trailer #2
- NBA 09: The Inside [PS3] - The Life Trailer #2
- Quantum of Solace [ALL] - Movie to Game Trailer
- Spectrobes: Beyond The Portals [NDS] - Making Of Trailer #2
- Stormrise [PS3/X360/PC] - GC08 Trailer
We will update this throughout the day when new trailers become available. Read more for download links ...