by Rainier on Jan. 17, 2006 @ 2:56 p.m. PST | Filed under
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KOEI today announced that the Tactical Action game, Samurai Warriors: State of War for PSP, and the naval action game, Warship Gunner 2 for the PS2 are scheduled for North American release in March 2006.
by Rainier on Jan. 17, 2006 @ 2:38 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Trackmania Nations ESWC edition is a fast-paced racing game involving precision and agility specially built for competition. Trackmania Nations features new environment (Stadium), new car, new blocks and new gameplay. 54 countries will determine the outcome over 6 months with the finals to be played from 27th June to 2nd July 2006 in Paris - Bercy, for a grand total of $40,000.
by Rainier on Jan. 17, 2006 @ 2:20 p.m. PST | Filed under
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In “Painkiller: Hell Wars,” gamers play the role of Daniel Garner, who after an unfortunate car accident is trapped between Heaven and Hell. To escape purgatory and find his salvation, he must fight mobs of hellish monsters to stop an imminent Unholy War.
by Rainier on Jan. 17, 2006 @ 10:15 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Nobilis' Da Vinci Experience is now called The Secrets of Da Vinci: The Forbidden Manuscript, a major adventure and investigation game, the first game created about the life and work of Leonardo da Vinci. It offers players the opportunity to grapple with the mysteries of the codes hidden within the works of the great Italian genius.
by Rainier on Jan. 17, 2006 @ 10:02 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Def Jam Fight For NY: The Takeover lets you experience the ultimate hip hop fighting game anywhere you go. Featuring new fighting moves and new venues, players can gain respect by winning fights and rising among the ranks of the crew. For the first time ever players can battle in 1-on-1 death matches using PSP's wireless functionality.
by Rainier on Jan. 17, 2006 @ 9:55 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Got Game Entertainment and Merscom today announced that WWII Tank Commander is scheduled for North American release February 12, 2006. The non-stop military action game puts you in command of a Sherman tank in General Patton’s Fourth Armored Division as you destroy enemy armor and infantry, escort Allied convoys, rescue hostages, and help free Europe from Nazi rule.
by Rainier on Jan. 17, 2006 @ 9:48 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Inspired by the forthcoming Winter Olympics, Winter Sports will see gamers cut through gates, punch through turns and slip through gliding phases as they strive to become number one.
by Rainier on Jan. 17, 2006 @ 9:02 a.m. PST | Filed under
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AGEIA Technologies today announced that Destineer Studios has signed a license agreement with AGEIA to use the AGEIA PhysX SDK in at least four of its upcoming titles.
by Rainier on Jan. 17, 2006 @ 8:50 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Twenty-one year old Billy Bones of Orem, Utah is the proud winner of the Game Trust LaunchNow Race to Space Contest. The office worker will travel to Moscow where he’ll strap into a Russian MIG 25 and travel a more than twice the speed of sound to the edge of space.
by Rainier on Jan. 17, 2006 @ 8:35 a.m. PST | Filed under
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2K Sports today announced that World Poker Tour for the PSP is slated for release this spring. World Poker Tour for PSP features real-life professional poker stars and venues featured in the popular World Poker Tour television series with enhanced A.I. players, customizable characters and online capabilities compatible with PS2s.
by Rainier on Jan. 17, 2006 @ 2:17 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Koch Media/JoWood have released a playable demo for Zootfly's WW2 based tank game Panzer Elite Action, featuring a specially crafted demo mission which does not appear in the game itself, mission zero. You play the commander of an allied platoon and you have to attack enemy tanks, fortifications, 88s and other German held positions.
by Rainier on Jan. 17, 2006 @ 1:57 a.m. PST | Filed under
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As the only game that offers an open, fast-paced driving action-movie experience, Driver: Parallel Lines features an unfolding storyline of double crossing and revenge. Set in a photorealistic interpretation of New York City, players take on the role of a notorious 18 year old who, free from conscience and rules, is the most sought after driver-for-hire in town.
by Rainier on Jan. 16, 2006 @ 6:43 p.m. PST | Filed under
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UK trade magazine MCV claims to have received word from an insider that Activision snagged the rights to develop a game based on DreamWorks Studios' upcoming The Transformers animated movie. Given the trackrecord of the two companies, Shrek 2, Madagascar, A Shark's Tale, and various other titles, this might not be too far fetched. The source said "Activision picked up the rights to Transformers last year and has already set a top US studio to work on the project," but Activision refuses to comment on rumors.
by Rainier on Jan. 16, 2006 @ 2:43 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Battlefield 2: Modern Combat will drop players into the heat of battle on the high tech frontlines, entering a new modern era of combat with more firepower and new expansive environments. Armed with the latest modern weaponry, players can take control of over 30 vehicles, including tanks, helicopters and fast attack vehicles, to engage in major conflicts in some of the largest online battles.
by Rainier on Jan. 16, 2006 @ 2:06 p.m. PST | Filed under
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BattleGoat Studios is pleased to announce that their critically acclaimed PC Strategy Game Supreme Ruler 2010 is now available for sale by digital download, and as part of the launch BattleGoat is giving a limited-time promotional code for a $10 discount off each order.
by Rainier on Jan. 16, 2006 @ 9:38 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Originally developed by BioWare, Neverwinter Nights has set a new standard in the role-playing genre with a deep and engrossing storyline; immersive character development; stunning graphics; and, an expansive multiplayer experience like none other. Now Atari, Obsidian Entertainment and BioWare are bringing Neverwinter Nights 2 to the PC, expected early 2006.
by Dan Barrow on Jan. 16, 2006 @ 4:54 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Star Heritage is an adventure game in which you play the role of Earth’s secret agent, helping human coalition in the struggle with alien invaders. As fate would have it, you have found yourself on an unknown planet, not registered in any space catalogue, a long way away from any space trade lines. Your main goal is to leave the planet and continue the struggle for Mankind’s freedom.
by Rainier on Jan. 16, 2006 @ 4:27 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Meridian4 announced the signing of a publishing agreement with Cinemax to bring its 3D mystery adventure game; Daemonica to North America.
by Rainier on Jan. 16, 2006 @ 3:10 a.m. PST | Filed under
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TimeShift is an innovative FPS in which players control time to complete missions and defeat foes. TimeShift will leverage gameplay abilities and functionality, graphics, and high production values to create a truly unique action game experience. Saber Interactive's CEO Matthew Karch tells us more about the AI, weapons and enemies in Timeshift.
by Rainier on Jan. 16, 2006 @ 2:05 a.m. PST | Filed under
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The US Army has just released information about two new missions being added to the upcoming America's Army: Special Forces (Link-Up) v2.6. Border confronts you with a terrorist cell that set up a shop in a small village and are planning synchronized bombings, while Dusk has you dealing with an ambushed convoy transporting a friendly Resistance leader who was carrying highly sensitive information. Read more for details
by Rainier on Jan. 15, 2006 @ 1:39 a.m. PST | 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 :
- Project Offset [X360/PC] - Crowd Trailer
We will update this throughout the day when new trailers become available. Read more for download links ...
by Alicia on Jan. 15, 2006 @ 1:18 a.m. PST | Filed under
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You play as a Field Commander working for the Global Defense League, an independent organization established by the Allied Nations to defend the world against covert organizations whose goals include terrorism, genocide, and global domination. Your main enemy in these scenarios is Shadow Hold, an evil terrorist organization bent on inciting wars, illicit arms deals and global domination.
by Rainier on Jan. 14, 2006 @ 9:39 a.m. PST | Filed under
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According to the latest numbers from market researcher NPD Group Microsoft has sold 600,000 of its new Xbox 360 consoles in the United States since its November 22 launch.
by Rainier on Jan. 14, 2006 @ 9:35 a.m. PST | 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 :
- Age of Pirates - Trailer #3
We will update this throughout the day when new trailers become available. Read more for download links ...
by Rainier on Jan. 14, 2006 @ 1:14 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Taito's Over G is a jet-fighter simulator developed by the same company who did the Energy Air force. Over G has taken "the player is not the fighter, but the pilot" as the concept, attempts to simulate the G (Gravity) applied on the body of the pilot. Over G is scheduled for release in Japan on February 23.