by Rainier on Aug. 3, 2006 @ 11:45 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Blizzard announced plans to strengthen its current development efforts by refocusing key members of its console team on other projects within the company. This decision followed an extensive evaluation of the company's aggressive development plans.
by Rainier on Aug. 3, 2006 @ 10:36 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Turbine announced today that The Lord of the Rings Online: Shadows of Angmar has entered the alpha phase of development, and so far over 125,000 fans have already signed up for the Beta Program.
by Rainier on Aug. 3, 2006 @ 9:55 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Rochester Institute of Technology student Micah Ernst has become $100,000 richer by emerging from a field of over 6,000 registrants to win Verizon's first online gaming competition, the Verizon FiOS Grand Tournament.
by Rainier on Aug. 3, 2006 @ 9:00 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Ubisoft has released a new patch for its tactical FPS Ghost Recon Advanced Warfighter, bringing your retail/download version to v1.21 and adds 2 new game modes, Team Deathmatch and Hamburger Hill. Additionally, it will implement the death cam, a feature showing you how you died and who shot you.
by Rainier on Aug. 3, 2006 @ 6:43 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Mage Knight Apocalypse is an action RPG based on the collectible miniature game from WizKids Games. Designed with a unique character leveling system and an unprecedented focus on team play, Mage Knight Apocalypse allows up to five players to embark on a cooperative or competitive journey through a war-torn fantasy setting.
by Rainier on Aug. 3, 2006 @ 5:16 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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THQ has signed a worldwide publishing agreement with Gas Powered Games for its RTS game Supreme Commander. Chris Taylor is known for his work with Total Annihilation under Cave Dog, and Supreme Commander will mark his return to a genre that he helped popularize.
by Rainier on Aug. 3, 2006 @ 3:03 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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With the recently announced changes to the E3, Lunar Tide Communications is pleased to offer America's VideoGame Expo (VGXPO) as an alternative venue where the game industry can communicate directly with their target audience - the consumer.
by Rainier on Aug. 3, 2006 @ 2:58 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Echoes of Faydwer introduces a new playable race, The Fae, as well as over 350 new quests, new hats, cloaks, armor, and new horse mounts available to players of all levels. On top of that EQII players will encounter over 40 new types of creatures, more than 20 new zones and adventure areas, new PvP rewards, plus all-new items, equipment, spells and tradeskill recipes.
by David Brothers on Aug. 3, 2006 @ 1:57 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Taking place three years after the original PS1 title, gamers follow Vincent Valentine's journey as he uncovers shocking truths never revealed in Midgar. Vincent is connected to recent attacks, and he may be the only one who can save this shattered world. When the world is engulfed in darkness, his gun will toll a dreadful dirge.
by Rainier on Aug. 2, 2006 @ 11:07 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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New Dallas, Texas based publisher Wild Hare Entertainment today announced its plans to provide independent developers a cost-effective alternative to the traditional publishing and distribution models in the North American retail market.
by Rainier on Aug. 2, 2006 @ 7:09 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:
- Rainbow Six Vegas [ALL] - Producer Interview
- Flight Simulator X - Trailer #2
- Ultimate Ghosts'n Goblins [PSP] - Trailer #4
- Dead Rising [X360] - Webipsode Trailer #4
We will update this throughout the day when new trailers become available. Read more for download links ...
by Rainier on Aug. 2, 2006 @ 7:07 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Control is everything in the world of football management, and this year FIFA Manager 07, aka Total Club Manager 07, provides all the tools you need to make it to the big time.
by Rainier on Aug. 2, 2006 @ 3:31 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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The free full-game trial for Red Orchestra: Ostfront 41-45 is now underway. The free trial period features the full RO:Ostfront game including the recently released Free Booster Pack which includes a new mission (Lyes Krovy), smoke grenades for commanders, and many other gameplay enhancements. The free trial lasts from now until August 7th, so if you haven’t got the game already head on over to the Info Page to get RO now.
by Rainier on Aug. 2, 2006 @ 2:41 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Taking place three years after the original PS1 title, gamers follow Vincent Valentine's journey as he uncovers shocking truths never revealed in Midgar. Vincent is connected to recent attacks, and he may be the only one who can save this shattered world. When the world is engulfed in darkness, his gun will toll a dreadful dirge.
by Rainier on Aug. 2, 2006 @ 2:36 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Perimeter: Emperor's Testament, expansion pack to last year’s award-winning RTS, will feature all new & updated graphics, tons of new units and structures, a new soundtrack, and a total of 25 new missions.
by Rainier on Aug. 2, 2006 @ 1:14 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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In Birth of America you control one of the major contenders in French & Indian Wars, and the War of the American Independence, trying to achieve military and political victory. This v1.09 patch addresses AI issues, interface changes, scenario and gameplay tweaks.
by Rainier on Aug. 2, 2006 @ 9:09 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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DreamCatcher Games announced today that it will publish Ship Simulator in North America, but with added content, the famous New York harbor.
by Keith Durocher on Aug. 2, 2006 @ 6:53 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Infernal is a third-person action adventure that is set in a present-day scenario, with stunning environments and strong characters. The story relates to the eternal conflict between good and evil, confronted in supernatural intelligence agencies.
by Rainier on Aug. 2, 2006 @ 5:49 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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In Company of Heroes gamers will experience the journey of the brave men of Able Company in a deep single-player campaign that begins with the invasion of Normandy through their fight across Europe, all set against the most dynamic, and completely destructible, battlefield ever seen in a game.
by Rainier on Aug. 2, 2006 @ 4:08 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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The Witcher is an action RPG, which combines the features of such games as Dungeon Siege, Baldur’s Gate: Dark Alliance, Gothic and Neverwinter Nights. The game ensures entertainment to a broad group of older players, incorporating simple yet interesting game system, along with a complex plot and attractive 3D graphics.
by Rainier on Aug. 2, 2006 @ 2:17 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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As we mentioned yesterday, Street Fighter II: Hyper Fighting hits Xbox Live Arcade today, Wednesday, August 2. The old-school classic from Capcom stays true to its roots with an amazing retro feel, and brings multiplayer action to the classic title for the first time.
by Rainier on Aug. 1, 2006 @ 4:53 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:
- Blue Dragon [X360] - Trailer #2
- Destroy All Humans! 2 [PS2/Xbox] - Trailer #2
- NHL 07 [PS2/PS3/X360/PC] - Trailer
- Pompolic: Call for Heroes - Trailer
We will update this throughout the day when new trailers become available. Read more for download links ...
by Rainier on Aug. 1, 2006 @ 11:21 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Tomorrow Xbox Live members will be able to download Capcom's Street Fighter II Hyper Fighting Arcade title from the Marketplace for 800 points. It will be available in all Xbox Live regions except Hong Kong, Japan, Korea, Singapore or Taiwan.
by Rainier on Aug. 1, 2006 @ 10:17 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Midway announces the official details of the Spy Hunter: Nowhere to Run Choose Your Mission Sweepstakes. Beginning on August 1, 2006, contestants can
enter to win one of 12 weekly prizes that include an iPod, Motorola RAZR Phone and more!
by Rainier on Aug. 1, 2006 @ 9:27 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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ArenaNet and NCsoft today announced a new retail package offering gamers a first look at Guild Wars Nightfall including a Guild Wars Prophecies and Factions 14 day trial, screens, mini strategy guide, artwork, preview trailers and a Guild Wars Nightfall Bonus Key, providing one additional character slot and 2 exclusive profession items.