by Rainier on May 26, 2006 @ 3:29 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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As society succumbs to a worldwide energy crisis, a new global depression takes hold. Amidst this desperate backdrop, two superpower alliances emerge. Join the battle on the frontlines of tomorrow as the Western Coalition or the Red Star Alliance.
by Rainier on May 23, 2006 @ 3:42 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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In an
interview with Ain't It Cool News, Ritual's VP of development Tom Mustaine revealed that they are looking into bringing its episodic game to next-gen consoles. "We’re gunna do a 360 version at some point in the future. We haven’t finalized those plans yet so I haven’t really announced it yet. But we will be doing it. We also are hoping to be doing a PS 3 version as well. We were looking at Marketplace for the 360 because episodic on Marketplace would make a lot of sense."
by Alicia on May 23, 2006 @ 3:24 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Set in 1939, this epic, original Indy story puts you in the fedora of the legendary adventure hero as he unravels the clues found in ancient artifacts spanning the globe. From San Francisco's Chinatown to the world's most sacred ground, Indy must use his fists, whip and trusty revolver to fight through ruthless opposition and piece together a mystery of biblical proportions.
by Thomas Wilde on May 21, 2006 @ 12:39 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Marvel: Ultimate Alliance features a deep, rich gameplay experience by offering total team customization, where players create their own team name, icon and vehicle, as well as establish their team reputation as they play throughout the story.
by Rainier on May 19, 2006 @ 6:00 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Fasten your seatbelt and be prepared for the race of your life as Formula One 06 brings players a brand new gaming experience, allowing you to get closer to the sport than ever before. This is your chance to take part in the 2006 FIA Formula One World Championship and truly interact with the sport.
by Rainier on May 19, 2006 @ 4:38 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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According to the latest issue of OPM UK, 2K Games' hybrid first-person shooter BioShock is also coming to Sony's next-gen console. A two-page article tells all about how developer Irrational Games is combining elements of sci-fi and role-playing genres in the much-anticipated System Shock 2 sequel, now also coming to the PS3, and scheduled for March 2007.
by Hank on May 18, 2006 @ 1:17 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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In Resistance: Fall of Man, the U.S. and Britain band together in a last-ditch effort to save Europe and Asia from a horrific scourge. Humanity’s hope for survival is slim, and the tide of the battle rests on the shoulders of U.S. Army Ranger, Sgt. Nathan Hale.
by Hugh McHarg on May 18, 2006 @ 1:10 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Assassin's Creed is set in 1191 AD, when the Third Crusade was tearing the Holy Land apart. Shrouded in secrecy and feared for their ruthlessness, the Assassins intend to stop the hostilities by suppressing both sides of the conflict. You assume the role of Altair and have the power to throw your immediate environment into chaos and to shape events during this pivotal moment in history.
by Hank on May 17, 2006 @ 3:25 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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In Warhawk, players experience the thrill of white-knuckle aerial combat with hundreds of enemy fighters, bone-crunching armored assaults and high-intensity infantry combat in a massive, all-out war fought both on the ground and in the skies.
by Rainier on May 16, 2006 @ 5:38 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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At last week's E3 Ubisoft introduced its newest, PS3-exclusive, action game, Assassin's Creed. Oddly enough, during the demo we noticed the game was being shown using an X360 controller, which would indicated the existence of either an Xbox 360 edition, or PC version, or both. This also seems to get extra credibility by a slip of the tongue from
a Ubisoft employee, who inadvertently said it is currently also being developed for Microsoft's next-gen console.
by Geson Hatchett on May 16, 2006 @ 2:54 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Sonic The Hedgehog melds top-tier animation production values with next generation art, physics and game design to create the most intense, high velocity Sonic adventure yet! Featuring interactive 3D environments, a large cast of new and returning characters, and a blistering sense of speed, get ready for the reinvention of Sonic The Hedgehog!
by Rainier on May 15, 2006 @ 1:04 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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During E3 Indigo Prophecy (aka Fahrenheit in Europe) developer Quantic Dream announced Heavy Rain, a new video game franchise, designed for next-generation consoles and PC systems, based on emotional immersion and innovative game play mechanics.
by Rainier on May 15, 2006 @ 8:33 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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In-game advertising company IGA Worldwide has secured Atari's next major PC game release, Test Drive Unlimited, for its in-game advertising network.
by Hugh McHarg on May 15, 2006 @ 2:42 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Untold Legends: Dark Kingdom will set the standard for next-gen action-RPGs by delivering an immersive fantasy experience through its breath-taking graphics, dramatic storyline, and action-packed battles filled with heart-pounding combat, magical spells and brilliant SFX.
Set in the 23rd Century, Fatal Inertia mixes street racing, demolition derbies and rallying with a futuristic setting where machines no longer need wheels and the laws of physics govern all. The sport is called Inertia and it's one that offers a heady mix of speed, combat and real world environments that can be used to make your victory and break your opponents.
by Judy on May 10, 2006 @ 11:53 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Today Ubisoft announced the development of HAZE, an innovative FPS game based on new intellectual property. Developed by Free Radical, creators of the TimeSplitters series, HAZE is scheduled for an early 2007 release for the PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360.
by Rainier on May 10, 2006 @ 6:09 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Atari today announced that Alone in the Dark will launch for PS3 simultaneously with the versions for the Xbox 360 and PC, delivering an edge-of-the-seat survival experience facilitated by state-of-the-art real-time physics and unparalleled environmental interaction within a meticulously detailed, open game world.
by Rainier on May 10, 2006 @ 4:57 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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SEGA today announced the long-anticipated return of Golden Axe, a fan favorite since its original release in 1989. Developed exclusively for the PS3 and the Xbox 360, Golden Axe marks the first project from the recent acquisition of San Francisco-based studio, Secret Level.
by Rainier on May 9, 2006 @ 12:32 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Contrary to what was said at the Microsoft E3 briefing, Rockstar Games just announced Grand Theft Auto IV for the PS3 and Xbox 360, scheduled for release in North America on Oct 16, 2007 and in Europe on Oct 19, 2007. Microsoft's Peter Moore, however, did announce episodic content through Xbox Live.
by Rainier on May 9, 2006 @ 8:48 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Indigo Prophecy (aka Fahrenheit in Europe) developer Quantic Dream will unveil during this week’s E3 in Los Angeles a new franchise entitled Heavy Rain and present a technical real-time demo on the PS3.
by Judy on May 8, 2006 @ 4:02 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Today Square Enix revealed world-premiere footage of Fabula Nova Crystallis - Final Fantasy XIII. This latest project will encompass the simultaneous development of original titles for numerous platforms, including the PlayStation 3 and mobile phones. Also announced were Final Fantasy XIII Versus for the PS3 and Final Fantasy Agito XIII for mobile phones. Read more for further details ...
by Rainier on May 8, 2006 @ 3:43 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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If we're to believe the latest issue of PlayStation Magazine, then we may be expecting some exciting announcement during the coming week. The front cover of the June issue states, "Half-Life 2 Leads The Next-Gen Shooter That'll Blow you Away!" and in the same breath also mentions Prey, FEAR and Crysis, indicating those titles may also make an appearace on Sony's next-gen console.
by Rainier on May 8, 2006 @ 1:07 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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SEGA announced today that the Virtua Fighter 5 arcade game will make its way onto the PS3. This latest installment in the critically-acclaimed series will elevate the arcade fighting genre to all-new heights as it takes true advantage of the capabilities of the next-generation hardware.
by Rainier on May 5, 2006 @ 9:07 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Through the eyes of four Allied soldiers, Call of Duty 3 brings players closer to the fury of combat as they fight through the Normandy Breakout, the harrowing offensive that liberated Paris and changed the fate of the world. Developed by Treyarch, Call of Duty 3 is scheduled for a 2006 release. Activision promises to reveal more details at next week's E3, but so far this
seems to be a console only title.
by Rainier on May 5, 2006 @ 5:38 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Bloodrayne developer Terminal Reality is teaming up with Hellboy/Blade II director Guillermo del Toro to create a next-gen action game
Sundown, in which players will have to survive an apocalypse that leaves a world infected with zombies and other potentially fatal horrors. You will start as a typical person on an average day, but as things start going terribly wrong, you will need to learn how to survive and form alliances with various beings and change your role as each new challenge calls for different abilities.