by Rainier on March 20, 2008 @ 5:37 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Civilization Revolution will deliver revolutionary features like real-time interaction between leaders, multi-player capabilities and integrated video and voice chat, which completely transports the Civilization series to a level of gameplay that fans have never experienced before.
by Rainier on March 20, 2008 @ 3:38 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Sony has
rolled out new PlayStation Store content, starting with demos for Condemned 2: Bloodshot and SEGA Superstars Tennis, the Rock Band: Earache Thrashpack (At the Gates' Blinded by Fear, The Haunted's D.O.A. and Evile's Thrasher, $1.99/$5.49). There is also downloadable content for Tiger Woods PGA TOUR 08 (new courses and a the ability to max out your original Game Face golfer’s skills). Apart from that there are a slew of new game/movie trailers, Flat Out: Head On Demo PSP demo, and the usual wallpaper/themes.
by Rainier on March 20, 2008 @ 3:08 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Monster Madness: Grave Danger follows in the footsteps of Monster Madness: Battle for Suburbia with 4 player co-op gameplay, an all new polished look and a number of new/improved features. Based on fan feedback from the original every Zombie, Werewolf and Vampire has been recalled to square one.
by Rainier on March 20, 2008 @ 2:56 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Bully: Scholarship Edition tells the story of 15-year-old Jimmy Hopkins as he experiences the highs and lows of adjusting to a new school. Eight new missions, four new classes, new unlockable items & clothing, new two-player offline minigames, new awards and Achievements.
As promised, Rockstar has released a patch to fix the freezing and framerate drop issues with the X360 edition of Bully.
by Rainier on March 20, 2008 @ 12:17 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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'Built from the ground-up for next-generation consoles using Digital Illusions' bleeding-edge Frostbite game engine, Battlefield: Bad Company drops gamers behind enemy lines with a squad of renegade soldiers who risk it all on a personal quest for gold and revenge.
by Rainier on March 20, 2008 @ 12:04 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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After its
executive VP recently resigned and with the
inability to stop the losses from mounting, CEO David F. Zucker has decided to call it quits and quietly resigned. Midway has appointed Matt Booty as Interim CEO while the Board of Directors searches for a new Chief Executive Officer and President.
by Rainier on March 20, 2008 @ 11:53 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Independent publisher Playlogic Entertainment announced that it has successfully closed $3 million in equity ($1.00 per share) and $4 million in loan through a Private Placement. The new funds are meant to improve Playlogic's working capital and equity position and to allow it to execute its business plan and adhere to release schedules for the year 2008.
by Rainier on March 20, 2008 @ 11:51 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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In Windchaser, start-up studio Chimera Entertainment's first real-time tactical game, you assume leadership of one of Ensai’s guilds and take command of one of the mighty sailing ships that serve as mobile headquarters.
by Rainier on March 20, 2008 @ 10:43 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Naruto: Ultimate Ninja 3 adds new innovative features, enhancements and customization options to the franchise. Battle through 20 unique stages using more than 40 of the most loved and feared characters from the animation phenomenon. Unleash the hidden chakra from within and experience the best yet from the series.
by Rainier on March 20, 2008 @ 9:50 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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So Blonde, written by Broken Sword's Steve Ince, is an adventure game based around beautiful (anti-)heroine Sunny Blonde, featuring jet black humor that goes far beyond trite clichés, gorgeous cartoon graphics, puzzling riddles and a ton of gameplay surprises.
by Rainier on March 20, 2008 @ 9:46 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Iron Man, an explosive third-person action shooter game that pits one of the world’s most renowned Super Heroes against unspeakable odds, draws its story from the upcoming movie while also incorporating story elements from original Iron Man comic books. Robert Downey Jr., Terence Howard and Shaun Toub will reprise their onscreen roles.
by Rainier on March 20, 2008 @ 9:39 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Numen: Contest of Heroes is an action/RPG that will plunge the player deep into the amazing world of Greek mythology, the realm of almighty gods, brave heroes, fabulous creatures, and great deeds.
by Rainier on March 20, 2008 @ 9:35 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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The Immortals of Terra is an epic space adventure set in 1346 New Galactic Era, 4934 AD, starring Perry Rhodan. This breathtaking story takes the player from the very top of a majestic floating palace, through the midst of intergalactic intrigue, to deep below the surface of incredible alien worlds.
by Reggie Carolipio on March 20, 2008 @ 6:17 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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The Experiment, known in Europe as Experience112, is a new 3D graphic adventure where you guide Léa Nichols, sole survivor on board of an infected cargo ship, escape by means of the surveillance system. Monitor, control and guide her movement towards freedom, but above all, the truth.
by Rainier on March 20, 2008 @ 5:57 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Revealed yesterday, for the first time handheld gamers will have the freedom to unleash their inner rock star anywhere, anytime with Activision's upcoming Guitar Hero: On Tour offering the most diverse set list of master tracks ever offered in a Guitar Hero game, including classic rock, alternative and pop favorites such as Nirvana, OK Go and No Doubt.
by Rainier on March 20, 2008 @ 5:47 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Last week, Activision filed a preemptive lawsuit against Gibson regarding a patent violation claimed by the guitar maker, after it had been a partner for three years. Activision now revealed that the argument has spilled over into retail, as Gibson is trying to block stores from selling the franchise. "Our Guitar Hero retailing partners have done nothing wrong. We will confront this and any other efforts by Gibson to wrongfully interfere with Activision's relationship with its customers and its consumers."
by Rainier on March 20, 2008 @ 5:43 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Black Bean's fast paced racing game SBK-08 Superbike World Championship, developed by Milestone, is the officially licensed WSBK, and will storm the next-gen consoles with brand new features and enhancements.
by Rainier on March 20, 2008 @ 3:31 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Take inspiration from competing in the world's most exciting racing cars on legendary circuits and iconic city streets and then get creative with the most powerful track editor in portable gaming, and set to offer the most complete pick-up-and-play pocket racing package, complete with stunning visuals.
by Rainier on March 20, 2008 @ 3:22 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Activision and Infinity Ward are planning a new offensive with Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare Game of the Year Edition and the downloadable Variety Map Pack (800 MS Points), a series of new multiplayer maps, both scheduled for release on April 3.
by Rainier on March 20, 2008 @ 2:48 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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With entertainment software holding its place as one of the fastest growing industries in the U.S. economy and becoming a new field of study at colleges and universities, the ESA Foundation has established a scholarship program to help train and educate the next generation of video game developers and designers.
by Rainier on March 19, 2008 @ 6:03 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Future Games, known for Black Mirror, is currently working on an all-new adventurous detective story with a horror plot. Alter Ego is set in a picturesque English town at the end of 19th century, and you play as two different characters who, although on opposite sides of the law, have to fight a common enemy.
by Rainier on March 19, 2008 @ 3:08 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Defy gravity in Midas’s latest and greatest futuristic racing title Zero-G for the NDS. Players compete as an elite Zero-G pilot racing against fearless rivals from across the stratosphere in 7 gut wrenching tournaments.
by Rainier on March 19, 2008 @ 3:00 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:
- EndWar [PS3/X360] - Gameplay Trailer
- de Blob [NDS/Wii] - Trailer (2)
- Kung Fu Panda [ALL] - Trailer #2
- World of WarCraft: The Burning Crusade - Sunwell Plateau Trailer
- Lost Empire: Immortals - Colonize Trailer
We will update this throughout the day when new trailers become available. Read more for download links ...
by Rainier on March 19, 2008 @ 2:53 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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According to the latest issue of Famitsu, Namco Bandai is working on a Wii exclusive action/flight sim game for the Wii, based on the upcoming animated movie by Mamoru Oshii, known for such productions as Ghost in the Shell, Blood : The Last Vampire and Innocence : Ghost in the Shell 2. The Sky Crawlers is set in an alternate reality and chronicles the adventures of an elite squadron of fighter pilots. Developed by the Ace Combat team it is scheduled in Japan for late 2008.
by Rainier on March 19, 2008 @ 11:17 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Activision made no secret about wanting to bring its Guitar Hero franchise to the NDS, but the big question was the controller device. Guitar Hero: On Tour will use the GBA cartridge input to plug in a small device with the typical colored Guitar Hero buttons to activate the notes, although with only four buttons instead of the usual five on the console guitars. Guitar Hero: On Tour will feature 5 venues, 6 playable characters, and the usual clothing, guitars and accessories.