by Rainier on Sept. 28, 2007 @ 1:55 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Dungeon Explorer is based on the acclaimed action series made originally for the TurboGrafx console. This completely revamped and re-envisioned game captures all the action RPG glory of the original, as well as expanding on the multiplayer elements that made the game so popular.
by Rainier on Sept. 28, 2007 @ 7:10 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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The Witcher is an action RPG, combining features of such games as Dungeon Siege, Baldur’s Gate: Dark Alliance, Gothic and Neverwinter Nights, incorporating a simple-yet-interesting game system, along with a complex plot and attractive 3D graphics.
by Rainier on Sept. 28, 2007 @ 6:59 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Folklore is a unique, dark fantasy adventure inspired by western fairy tales. Set in the mysterious town of Doolin, two strangers, Keats and Ellen, are drawn together to uncover a mysterious legend in a remote village that exists on the border between dreams and reality. Sony Europe is giving fans a chance design a Netherworld character, and have it appear in the game. Read more for details ...
by Rainier on Sept. 28, 2007 @ 5:28 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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EA is currently working on a yet another new patch for its 3D sci-fi RTS C&C3: Tiberium Wars. This v1.09 patch, expected first half of October, fixes several bugs, makes balance changes across all three sides, adds a new four-player multiplayer map, and more.
by Rainier on Sept. 28, 2007 @ 4:53 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Tri Synergy has signed a publishing agreement with ZeroG Games to bring Positech's political strategy game Democracy to North America. Now gamers can feel what it’s like to sit in the chair of a head of state and run a major country the way they see fit.
by Rainier on Sept. 28, 2007 @ 3:43 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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In The Simpsons Game, Homer, Marge, Bart, and Lisa use exciting, all-new powers to save the world from rising chaos. To help the Simpsons, gamers at home must journey through all of Springfield (as well as vast worlds beyond!), vanquish an amazing array of villains, and fight their way through parodies of multiple popular games.
by Rainier on Sept. 28, 2007 @ 3:39 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Following its announcements on Hydrophobia, the HydroEngine, a move into middleware with Infinite Worlds and the setting up of a mobile phone development company, Blade interactive Studios revealed plans to also act as a publisher, starting with its own World Snooker Championship.
by Sanford May on Sept. 28, 2007 @ 2:34 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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In Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix, Harry returns for his fifth year of study at Hogwarts and discovers that much of the wizarding community is in denial about the teenager's recent encounter with the evil Lord Voldemort, preferring to turn a blind eye to the news that Voldemort has returned.
by Rainier on Sept. 27, 2007 @ 8:00 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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ET: QW pits the armies of Earth against the invading alien Strogg in this team-based online strategic shooter. Splash Damage has released the first v1.1 patch addressing a few issues such as updated linux client, improved performance, better bot control, and a few other multiplayer enhancements.
by Rainier on Sept. 27, 2007 @ 6:34 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Syphon Filter: Logan’s Shadow features a variety of combat mechanics including the ability to force enemies into cover with "blind-fire," an advanced melee system that allows Gabe to use enemies as human shields, and 360 degree underwater combat.
by Rainier on Sept. 27, 2007 @ 5:22 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:
- Beowulf [ALL] - Trailer #2
- Beautiful Katamari [X360] - TGS 07 Trailer
- Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games [NDS/Wii] - Triple Jump Trailer
- Sherlock Holmes vs Arsène Lupin - Trailer
We will update this throughout the day when new trailers become available. Read more for download links ...
by Judy on Sept. 27, 2007 @ 4:21 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Rayman Raving Rabbids 2 will deliver fun, intuitive games that feature the wacky humor for which Rayman and the Rabbids are known.
by Rainier on Sept. 27, 2007 @ 9:23 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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The Settlers VI will focus on building larger and more fortified cities as well as planning and optimization in a medieval world. Attributes that are typical of the series are once again the focus of the game, create magnificent cities and inhabit them with hundreds of settlers going about their daily lives.
by Rainier on Sept. 27, 2007 @ 9:00 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Heroes of Might & Magic V: Tribes of the East is the 2nd standalone expansion for Ubisoft's turn-based strategy game where players take part in a thrilling new adventure in the World of Ashan. New campaign, new units, buildings, weapons, as well as 10 new multi- and 5 single-player maps.
by Rainier on Sept. 27, 2007 @ 8:44 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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When Capcom shut down its Clover studio, responsible for titles such as Okami and God Hand, a couple of key people, Shinji Mikami (Resident Evil) and Hideki Kayima (Devil May Cry), went their own way and formed SEED. To increase their chances of survival, SEED announced on their web site that it decided to merge with ODD Corporation and will be known as Platinum Games, effective Oct. 1.
by Rainier on Sept. 27, 2007 @ 8:28 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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FIFA 08 will create a football experience that matches the complexity, finesse and beauty of the real-world game. FIFA 08 challenges you to master the skills required to play like a pro football player, allowing you on the pitch to defy the odds, perfect your skills, elevate your game and rise up to win glory for your club.
by Rainier on Sept. 27, 2007 @ 5:41 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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2K Sports has released a 1GB demo for the latest installment in its hockey franchise NHL 2K8, while Codemasters has released a 885mb playable demo, released yesterday on PC, for its horror action game Clive Barker's Jericho.
by Rainier on Sept. 27, 2007 @ 5:18 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Kingdom Under Fire: Circle of Doom will take the franchise in a new direction as developer BLUESIDE and series director Henry Lee plan to create a truly next-generation Action-RPG, departing from their well-known Action-RTS formula.
by Rainier on Sept. 27, 2007 @ 5:03 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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KartRider fuses the thrill of addicting, old-school multiplayer kart riding mayhem with innovative track design customization options, millions of uniquely created character personalities and endless kart modifications. Nexon America announced it's opening the closed beta Oct. 2.
by Rainier on Sept. 27, 2007 @ 4:58 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Ace Combat 6: Fires of Liberation will let players experience Ace Combat on a massive worldwide scale as it features an in-depth multi-player online experience that includes a variety of action-packed online modes.
by Rainier on Sept. 27, 2007 @ 12:02 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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After recently getting approved as PSP/PS2 publisher in North America, Playlogic announced that it has signed a global publishers license for the PS3, allowing it to publish PS3 games in all territories worldwide.
by Rainier on Sept. 26, 2007 @ 7:45 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:
- Everlight: Power to the Elves! - Trailer #2 [German]
- The Eye of Judgment [PS3] - Tutorial Trailer
We will update this throughout the day when new trailers become available. Read more for download links ..
by Rainier on Sept. 26, 2007 @ 7:33 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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In UT3 you assume the role of a futuristic warrior engaged in contests of intense shooting battles against skilled opponents, controlled either by human contestants online or by A.I. These contests are fought with the most powerful sci-fi weapons and vehicles. During a
community chat Epic VP Mark Rein revealed that there will be no PS3-PC cross-platform multiplayer at launch (and even a slim chance of it ever happening) due to the difficulty of making game code 100% compatible between the systems.
by Rainier on Sept. 26, 2007 @ 1:36 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Ice Station Santa puts a whole new spin on the season of giving, peace, and joy. With Christmas presents on the attack and carols of gunshots drowning out the bells, Sam & Max must storm the North Pole to bring down a less-than-jolly foe.
by Rainier on Sept. 26, 2007 @ 9:06 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Clive Barker's Jericho is a squad-based horror FPS devised by the master mythmaker, novelist and filmmaker Clive Barker. The Jericho Team is a seven-man strike force that protects government interests from paranormal threats. This demo lets you play as three of the seven Jericho squad members through the sewers of Al Khali.