by Rainier on April 30, 2011 @ 10:45 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Portal 2 introduces players to a host of fresh puzzles and devious new test chambers in never-before-seen areas of Aperture Science Labs. It also reunites them with GLaDOS, the occasionally murderous computer companion from the original Portal.
by Jason Grant on April 30, 2011 @ 12:30 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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The dramatic, high-intensity action game that brought together an all-star cast of Final Fantasy characters is back with new enhancements. Dissidia 012: Duodecim Final Fantasy adds new game modes, story missions, items, alternate costumes and combat features, expanding upon the action and excitement of Dissidia Final Fantasy in every way.
by Rainier on April 30, 2011 @ 12:00 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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We're not royalty watchers, but we did stay up all night to watch Prince William get married to Kate Middleton. Monarchs are a dying breed, and royal weddings are few and far between, so why not? They are a cute couple, and the wedding was pretty cool to watch. Now, let's move on ....
This weekend, Fast Five is opening, so unless plans change, we're going to see it on Sunday. Speaking of watching, we checked out Stargate: Universe, Bones and Fringe.
Oh yea, and it's PC assembly time this weekend as well. Fear!
Time for some APB Reloaded (and GamersFirst, fix the damn latency/lag).
by Rainier on April 29, 2011 @ 3:29 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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theHunter is a free to play online hunting game that artfully combines the most realistic hunting action, with the community and functionality of a social networking site.
by Rainier on April 29, 2011 @ 3:18 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Earth Defense Force: Insect Armageddon is a co-op multiplayer Arcade Shooter that gives the player the ability to destroy thousands of giant bugs and turn an entire city to rubble in an unforgettable gaming experience built for replay.
by Rainier on April 29, 2011 @ 1:50 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Dungeon Siege 3 will bring together the beloved aspects of the Dungeon Siege franchise with Obsidian Entertainment's expertise, to create an evolved action-RPG experience. In addition to its arrival on high-def consoles for the first time, the game will also feature an all-new co-op multiplayer mode.
by Rainier on April 29, 2011 @ 1:34 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Another day, another batch of games shipped to stores. Instead of giving them all their own posts, we grouped them, and so far there are announcements for:
We will update this throughout the day when new announcements become available. Read more for details ...
by Rainier on April 29, 2011 @ 1:32 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Delivering the definitive gaming experience for Sonic fans old and new, Sonic Generations sees Sonic the Hedgehog playable as both the much loved classic 1991 character, and the modern day video game hero he has become in this exciting new fast paced adventure.
by Rainier on April 29, 2011 @ 1:06 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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You are one of the few who escaped the destruction of your home. Now, forced to fight for survival in an ever-changing world, you must gather the deadliest of allies, amass fame and fortune, and seal your place in history. This is the story of how the world changed forever. The legend of your Rise to Power begins now.
by Rainier on April 29, 2011 @ 12:35 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Featuring an 83-song set list and access to far more music than ever before, as well as innovative new gameplay modes and instruments, Rock Band 3 will change the way fans think about and play music games.
by Rainier on April 29, 2011 @ 12:10 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Set to deliver an authentic and intensely personal US Marine Corps infantryman experience, Red River’s epic campaign will be played out on a deadly new battlefield set in the remote yet beautiful country of Tajikistan along the Vakhsh River.
by Rainier on April 29, 2011 @ 10:07 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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MicroVolts is an online shooter that offers an innovative 3rd Person approach over the traditional FPS, making it easier to play and more fun to watch while offering extra excitement and intensity.
by Rainier on April 29, 2011 @ 5:48 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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The Sims Medieval places the Sims characters into the Middle Ages and brings players robust, compelling gameplay never seen before in the history of The Sims, letting you create heroes, venture on quests, build and control a kingdom, and play every Hero Sim character in the land.
by Rainier on April 29, 2011 @ 5:44 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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ArcaniA: Gothic 4 is set 10 years after the last installment and situated on multiple southern islands, each with unique fauna & flora according to various climate zones. The game will feature a day & night cycle, changing weather, and depending on the time of day altering spell casting abilities.
by Rainier on April 29, 2011 @ 5:21 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Shift 2 Unleashed builds on the true drivers experience by introducing the driver’s battle, an even more authentic and primal feeling of power and speed which elevates the fundamental competitive race into a struggle for supremacy against other drivers and even the track itself.
by Rainier on April 29, 2011 @ 4:39 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Of Orcs and Men is an RPG that puts you into the role of an elite Orc soldier from the legendary legion of Bloodjaws, a league of warriors deeply involved in the war opposing the Orcs and Goblins on one side to their persecutors, Humankind.
by Rainier on April 29, 2011 @ 4:30 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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A turn-based strategy game like no other Battle Academy is approachable, absorbing and visually impressive yet detailed, and aims to revolutionize the strategy games market with a blend of intuitive design and compelling game play driven by cutting edge technical innovation.
by Rainier on April 29, 2011 @ 4:30 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Blood Bowl is a "game" of American football played by the insane warriors of the fantasy Warhammer universe. The Blood Bowl: Legendary Edition adds 12 new playable races, new and more impressive stadiums, a new Story mode, as well as many additions and updates.
by Rainier on April 29, 2011 @ 4:20 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Driver: San Francisco extends the cinematic car chase experience with a new gameplay feature called "shift."
by Brian Dumlao on April 29, 2011 @ 4:00 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Strap on your turbo-charged backpack in the series' first ever full-length video game,and pushing the limits of reality with Johnny Test and all of your favorite friends and foes from the show.
by Rainier on April 29, 2011 @ 3:47 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Cities in Motion sees players develop and operate their own public transport company building a travel network across Vienna, Helsinki, Berlin, and Amsterdam using more than 30 different modes of transport including buses, trams, subway trains and water buses.
by Rainier on April 29, 2011 @ 3:23 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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An episodic adventure in five parts, Jurassic Park: The Game is set during the events of the first film. The story unfolds through a film-inspired cinematic adventure crafted to stir mystery and tension while building to exciting climactic peaks.
by Rainier on April 29, 2011 @ 3:06 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Disciples 3: Resurrection is the large-scale sequel to the turn-based RPG strategy Disciples 3: Renaissance.
by Rainier on April 29, 2011 @ 2:32 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Age of Empires Online invites players to create a living, growing online world, shared with friends and friendly rivals around the globe.
by Rainier on April 29, 2011 @ 2:08 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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It's called The Run. An illicit, high-stakes race across the country. The only way to get your life back is to be the first from San Francisco to New York. No speed limits. No rules. No allies. All you have are your driving skills and sheer determination as you battle hundreds of the world's most notorious drivers on the country's most dangerous roads.