by Rainier on Sept. 3, 2006 @ 1:19 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Ghost Rider offers a unique combination of high impact combat and motorcycle action. Johnny Blaze is Ghost Rider, destined to haunt America’s highways, visiting his righteous wrath upon the souls of the wicked and the damned.
by Nicolus Baslock on Sept. 2, 2006 @ 3:02 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Winback 2: Project Poseidon is a pulse-pounding thriller where every moment and every shot counts. When negotiations are no longer an option and the world’s most dangerous weapons are compromised, it’s time for the Winback assault team to neutralize the threat.
by Rainier on Sept. 1, 2006 @ 2:21 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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An SEC report filled by Vivendi reveals quite a few details about what it has in stores for us in the near future. Psychonauts developer Double Fine is working on a new action/adventure title, while it is preparing several Xbox Live Arcade titles such as Battlestar Galactica, Red Baron, and The Incredible Machine. There is also mention of other, yet-unannounced projects, Crash Festival, M.A.C.H. (Modified Air Combat Heroes) for the PSP, and Sierra Online has a few MMO titles in the works, such as FreeStyle and Crash Online.
by Rainier on Sept. 1, 2006 @ 2:13 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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In Just Cause, you take on the role of the flamboyant Rico Rodriguez - an undercover CIA operative specializing in regime change - as he tries to overthrow the corrupt government of San Esperito. This rogue South American island is suspected of stockpiling WMDs and it's your job to negate the threat to world peace.
by Agustin on Sept. 1, 2006 @ 3:59 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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In Painkiller: Hell Wars gamers play the role of Daniel Garner, who after an unfortunate car accident is trapped between Heaven and Hell. To escape purgatory and find his salvation, he must fight mobs of hellish monsters to stop an imminent Unholy War.
by Rainier on Sept. 1, 2006 @ 3:13 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Today Ubisoft announced that the version of its new Assassin’s Creed franchise for the Xbox 360 will launch with the PS3 system version of the game in early 2007. Assassin’s Creed is being developed by an all-star team from Ubisoft’s world-class Montreal studio.
by Rainier on Aug. 31, 2006 @ 10:05 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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After yesterday's semi-confirmation that Ubisoft is bringing Assassin's Creed to the PC, it is now also a certainty that an X360 version is in the works. The latest issue of UK magazine 360, which just went on sale, has it on their front cover as a world exclusive, while moments ago IGN also had it on their front page, although it was taken down moments later. Read more to check the 360 cover page for the ultimate proof ...
by Rainier on Aug. 31, 2006 @ 7:55 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Featuring action superstar Dwayne The Rock Johnson as government super-spy extraordinaire Alex Decker, players for the first time ever can step out of the Interceptor and straight into third-person action, utilizing The Rock's physical prowess by taking down enemies with intense melee combat moves.
by Rainier on Aug. 31, 2006 @ 4:00 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Xbox Live surpasses 50 million downloads from Xbox Live Marketplace, doubling the 25 million mark hit just three months ago, with gamers logging more than 2 billion hours online to experience online multiplayer gaming, Xbox Live Arcade titles, the latest game demos, movie trailers and music videos.
by Rainier on Aug. 31, 2006 @ 11:08 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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In Just Cause, you take on the role of the flamboyant Rico Rodriguez - an undercover CIA operative specializing in regime change - as he tries to overthrow the corrupt government of San Esperito suspected of stockpiling WMDs. Eidos announced that Just Cause will be available in North American stores on September 27, 2006.
by Rainier on Aug. 31, 2006 @ 4:07 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Better late than never, Ubisoft has released a singleplayer demo for last year's Far Cry Instincts Predator on Xbox Live Marketplace (not available in Asia). Far Cry Instincts Predator includes two games in one – all new Far Cry Instincts Predator content, as well as the original Far Cry Instincts.
by Rainier on Aug. 31, 2006 @ 2:14 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Emergent Game Technologies today announced that it has launched the Gamebryo Element, Emergent's flexible, full-featured game engine and toolkit, for use by Xbox Live Arcade developers through a special licensing model.
by Rainier on Aug. 30, 2006 @ 4:31 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Xbox Live members in all regions can now download the arcade classic 'Time Pilot' from the Xbox Live Arcade. You can download a free demo of the game, or purchase the full game for 400 points.
by Thomas Leaf on Aug. 30, 2006 @ 1:07 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Ninety-Nine Nights is a fantasy game that mixes action with strategy elements. You control a massive army that is challenged by hordes of enemies, in a multi-angle scenario, where you can assume the role of various characters and see the game world from totally different points of view.
by Rainier on Aug. 29, 2006 @ 2:31 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Step up as the lead blocker to create a hole, and then take control of the tailback and smash through, overpower, or slash away from would-be tacklers as you fight for every yard. Innovative rushing controls give you a game-breaking ground attack featuring all-new jukes, cutbacks, and the distinct running styles of your favorite backs. EA released a Madden NFL 07 demo on Xbox Live Marketplace, allowing you to play the Seattle Seahawks vs. Pittsburgh Steelers in one minute quarters.
by Rainier on Aug. 28, 2006 @ 7:53 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Microsoft has released a new backwards compatibility update, now available over Xbox Live. This free update adds 48 more titles to the original Xbox games that can be played on your X360, bringing to total to almost 300. Titles of note are Burnout 3: Takedown, Counter-Strike, Call of Cthulhu, The Suffering, X-Men II, MK: Deception and plenty more ...
by Rainier on Aug. 28, 2006 @ 4:22 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Starting today, you can download Battlestar Galactica: The Story So Far available FREE to all connected X360 gamers in the U.S. Courtesy of the SCI FI Channel, Battlestar Galactica: The Story So Far is a one-hour recap special incorporating footage from the original SCI FI miniseries and the show's previous two seasons. To check it out head to Xbox Live Marketplace today.
by Rainier on Aug. 27, 2006 @ 7:27 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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In Just Cause, you take on the role of the flamboyant Rico Rodriguez - an undercover CIA operative specializing in regime change - as he tries to overthrow the corrupt government of San Esperito suspected of stockpiling WMDs and it's your job to negate the threat to world peace. At the GC in Leipzig
Eidos representatives confirmed that Just Cause has gone gold and been sent off to duplication. Official announcement due later this week ...
by Rainier on Aug. 26, 2006 @ 6:08 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Tony Hawk’s Project 8 immerses players in the definitive skateboarding experience using ultra-realistic graphics, enhanced physics and extremely responsive controls that simulate the feeling of skating with every trick and bail.
by Alicia on Aug. 26, 2006 @ 1:24 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Test Drive Unlimited challenges players online to experience the most exotic and fastest vehicles on more than 1000 miles of diverse Hawaiian roads. Gamers win races, challenges, missions and tournaments to earn credits and purchase new cars, bikes, rare performance parts, clothes, apparel, homes and garages.
by Rainier on Aug. 25, 2006 @ 11:44 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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ProStroke Golf: World Tour 2007 is destined to capture the player's imagination by fusing the features of real-world golf, high-end graphics, accurate animation and a unique control system. Check it out for yourself in this brand new demo ...
by Rainier on Aug. 25, 2006 @ 10:52 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Xbox Live Arcade Unplugged provides a taste of the Xbox Live Arcade experience for gamers everywhere, with a great collection of new and original casual games that are fun, engaging, and easy to learn and pick up and play.
by Rainier on Aug. 25, 2006 @ 9:37 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Scarface is a 3rd person action shooter set in a complex world filled with excess and greed, players can take the role of Tony Montana, one of the most ruthless gangsters ever depicted on film. Sierra announced today Scarface is scheduled to launch in North America on October 8, and Europe Oct 13.
by Matt Schlosberg on Aug. 25, 2006 @ 12:55 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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EA's latest football title, NCAA Football 07, comes loaded with new features such as Student Athlete mode and ESPN Radio, on top of the usual Dynasty Mode.
by Rainier on Aug. 24, 2006 @ 10:08 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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With the announcements of FIFA 07 and Pro Evolution Soccer 6 at the Leipzig Games Convention as next-generation exclusives, the Xbox 360 has become the only place football fans can enjoy next-generation versions of these titles for the coming 12 months.