by Rainier on Sept. 21, 2007 @ 6:08 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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FM2 features authentic simulation physics, bone-jarring damage, photo-realistic graphics, 300 of the world’s hottest cars for you to collect, licensed tuning and plenty of customization options. Revealed earlier this week, This downloadable content package will set you back 400 points and includes 10 brand new racers and muscle cars, with one additional car ( 2007 SEAT Leon Cupra) as free download.
by Rainier on Sept. 21, 2007 @ 3:52 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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In PES8 player detail has been taken to incredible levels with full facial animation and the high-def. detail to show full movement and subtle details to the various kits during the course of a match. All ‘Next Gen’ versions will also benefit from an extensive Edit mode, allowing gamers to customise their PES experience. Konami has released a 1.18 GB demo on XBL Marketplace, although not available in North America.
by Rainier on Sept. 20, 2007 @ 1:35 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Krome Studios' Viva Piñata: Party Animals brings gamers and garden connoisseurs together for a fun social party game set in a whimsical world bursting with living piñatas of every shape and shade imaginable. Microsoft has released a 970mb demo, allowing you to try out the game.
by Rainier on Sept. 19, 2007 @ 2:53 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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NBA 2K8 will elevate the game of basketball to new levels never experienced before for the next-gen systems. NBA 2K8 will also continue to build and expand the groundbreaking Signature Style feature that will include hundreds of new shooting, passing, and dribbling animations. This demo delivers a four-minute exhibition game of NBA 2K8...
by Rainier on Sept. 19, 2007 @ 9:23 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Anime-style animation continues to demonstrate its multi-media appeal with today’s launch of audience-favorite titles from Starz Media’s large video library, such as Ghost in the Shell, Street Fighter II V, on the Xbox LIVE Marketplace..
A spiritual sequel to Woo's action masterpiece, Hard Boiled, Stranglehold allows gamers to play a John Woo-directed action blockbuster movie. Dual-wielding and stunt-laden gunplay combined with massive destructible environments ensures that Stranglehold will be a true tour-de-force.
by Rainier on Sept. 17, 2007 @ 3:17 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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SEGA Rally Revo is a high-tempo driving experience that will challenge the racing skills both on and off-road, with dynamically deformable terrain, next-gen graphics, realistic physics, and competitive bumper-to-bumper racing. SEGA has released a 700mb playable demo on Xbox Live, featuring two quick race tracks drivable in either the Mitsubishi Evo IX FQ3 or the Subaru Impreza STi Spec C type RA.
by Tim McDonald on Sept. 15, 2007 @ 5:34 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Space Giraffe features uniquely beautiful graphics and 100 levels of lovingly hand-crafted shoot-em-up action gameplay from the makers of Llamatron and Tempest 2000. Collect power-ups to activate Bonus Rounds and master the strategies necessary to maximize your score on every level!
by Rainier on Sept. 14, 2007 @ 6:19 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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The battle may not begin until Sept. 25, but Halo fans can prepare for the epic fight with the release the Xbox 360 Halo 3 Special Edition Console (comes with matching Wireless Controller, headset, and exclusive Halo 3 Gamer Pics and Theme) on Sept. 16 for an estimated retail price of $399.99.
by Rainier on Sept. 14, 2007 @ 5:55 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Juiced 2: Hot Import Nights features unparalleled vehicle customization, an adrenaline packed drift racing experience and ultra-realistic Driver DNA. The demo a taste of some of the best drifting tracks, new cars and customization, and will be playable both online with friends as well as offline.
by Rainier on Sept. 13, 2007 @ 3:50 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Microsoft is making sure you are all set for the coming weekend as not only has it released EA's much anticipated FIFA 08 demo (730mb), but also a playable version of Activision's Spider-Man: Friend or Foe (430mb). Gamers in Europe will have to wait a little longer for the FIFA 08 demo, as there has been an unresolved issue that was discovered last minute.
by Rainier on Sept. 12, 2007 @ 1:07 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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During its pre-TGS 07 media briefing Microsoft Japan's Takashi Sensui revealed a lineup of upcoming Xbox Live Arcade titles, such as Rez, Ikaruga, Every Extend Extra Extreme, EXit, and plenty more ...
by Rainier on Sept. 12, 2007 @ 12:09 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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For the first time you will have the freedom to define your own character, story and style based on the choices you make, the paths you choose and the style of skating you use on the proving grounds from Philadelphia and Baltimore to Washington, D.C. Activision has released a 1GB playable demo, available on Xbox Live.
by Rainier on Sept. 11, 2007 @ 5:16 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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In an
interview with Game Informer magazine, Castlevania series creator Koji Igarashi revealed he is working on a new 2D installment for the NDS. The next console iteration might be Xbox 360 exclusive however, saying "I think the Xbox 360 would be the best platform for the U.S. market. The U.S. market is the biggest market for the Castlevania series, so I will give the first priority to the U.S. market."
by Rainier on Sept. 11, 2007 @ 5:34 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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According to statistics from the music industry's RIAA downloadable Xbox 360 video game song packs for Activision's Guitar Hero II hit multi-platinum status with more than 650,000 downloads through Xbox LIVE Marketplace in less than five months.
by Rainier on Sept. 7, 2007 @ 5:31 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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BioShock will forever change the expectations for the FPS going beyond run and gun corridors, monster-closet AIs and static worlds, creating a living, unique and unpredictable FPS experience. 2K Games has issued a first patch for the X360 edition improves loading autosaves, overall game stability, corrects audio during title menu loading, and addresses AI behaviors regarding use of health stations. If your game stutters, clear the hd cache.
by Rainier on Sept. 6, 2007 @ 2:53 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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EA has released an NBA Live 08 demo on Xbox LIVE Marketplace, allowing you to play as the Cleveland Cavaliers or San Antonio Spurs, or if it’s the International game you crave, suit up as France or Spain.
by Judy on Sept. 5, 2007 @ 12:00 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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FlatOut: Ultimate Carnage is a re-imagining of FlatOut 2 rebuilt from the ground up and specifically developed to make use of the feature sets and processing ability of third-generation technologies. Warner Bros. has released a playable demo of FlatOut: Ultimate Carnage on Xbox Live, featuring three playable modes: Carnage Race, Deathmatch Derby, and Race/Flatout Mode.
by Steven Mills on Sept. 5, 2007 @ 12:56 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Two Worlds is an RPG featuring thrilling fight choreographies, gripping characters and realistic worlds, linking the cinematic story with maximum gaming freedom in a medieval fantasy world.
by Rainier on Sept. 4, 2007 @ 5:45 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Anybody who logs into his Xbox Live account during the course of the day will be notified that Xbox Live will be down for maintenance, starting at 2:01 PDT on September 10th, for approximately four hours. Whether it is for a fall dashboard update, or preparing for the Halo 3 launch, no further details were provided.
by Rainier on Aug. 30, 2007 @ 3:49 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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TimeShift is an FPS in which players control time to complete missions and defeat foes. The game will leverage the latest graphics technology to create a unique action game experience. Sierra has released a 581 mb playable demo on Xbox Live...
by Rainier on Aug. 30, 2007 @ 12:19 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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NHL 08 will feature an exclusive AHL license for the first time, with all 29 teams from the primary development league for the NHL fully playable in game. EA has released a 593 mb playable demo on Xbox Live, allowing you to play as the Anaheim Ducks or Ottawa Senators.
by Rainier on Aug. 30, 2007 @ 10:19 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Cyberball 2072 and Fatal Fury Special are coming to Xbox Live Arcade, and both will be available for download on Wed., Sept. 5, 2007 at 9:00 a.m. GMT (2:00 a.m. PDT). Additionally, four Xbox Live Arcade favorites will be available for half their regular price this weekend. See below for details.
by Rainier on Aug. 30, 2007 @ 8:37 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Twentieth Century Fox Film and Microsoft announced that they are bringing animated comedy Family Guy to the Xbox Live download to own service this Sunday September 2, 2007.
by Rainier on Aug. 29, 2007 @ 3:50 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Call of Juarez is situated in 19th-century Wild West featuring fast-paced revolver duels using historically accurate firearms, horseback riding, and memorable locations combined with top-notch graphics and an enthralling soundtrack to immerse both casual and hardcore players. A few months after its release, Ubisoft has released a 710mb singleplayer demo.