In Alien Shooter 2, hack 'n slash gameplay gets dropped into a science-fiction storyline packed with dozens of weapons and vicious alien life forms. CDV has released an updated demo letting you blast through waves of marauding aliens while they battle through four intense levels (two campaign, two skirmish) from the game.

The Settlers II: The Next Generation is the remake of BlueByt's 2D classic Settlers 2, making the jump to 3D. This demo features the same content as before, tutorial and one map, but is updated with the latest v9801 patch code (thanks Tiscali).

Got Game announced a North American publishing deal for Penumbra: Overture, an innovative first person horror game utilizing physics for interaction and puzzles. The game is set in an underground facility on Greenland where the protagonist searches for information regarding his late father.

The Collective's Harker, inspired by the classic horror novel Dracula, is set to take the survival horror genre in a new and much more personal direction.

Sony Computer Entertainment America announced the signing of New York Mets All-Star Third Baseman David Wright as the cover athlete. MLB 07 The Show looks to continue its reign as the most valuable player in the category by incorporating an all-new feature set and innovative gameplay enhancements.

The Witcher is an action RPG, combining 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.

Activision announced that it will release two waves of Call of Duty 3 multiplayer maps after the holidays: a free infantry-based combat bonus map called Champs and a Valor Map Pack (800 Microsoft points) containing five new close-quarters action multiplayer maps playable online, split-screen or via system link.

Gurumin: A Monstrous Adventure is a 3D action-RPG , emerging gamers in a vivid fantasy world filled with a colorful cast of characters. Real-time combat and stunning 3D graphics combine with a spirited soundtrack to make Gurumin a fast-paced, immersive, magical adventure.

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:

• Fuzion Frenzy 2 [X360] - Trailer #7
• SKATE [PS3/X360] - Trailer #3
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Adds layers of strategy to your gaming experience by building mobile bases, wielding the power of terrifying Ion Storms on the battlefield, or customising your armies by combining units. Battle it out online with native voice-over IP, integrated clan support, and new spectator modes that let you play RTS games like a sport.

Phantom EFX announced that it is currently working on a soon-to-be announced first-person shooter for the PC, tentatively scheduled for 2008. Phantom EFX is not a new developer, but has instead developed the 'Reel Deal' casino games for many years...

Rafa Nadal Tennis offers a new way to play a fast-paced game of tennis using just touch screen control. Using the NDS stylus, players will be able to move their tennis star on court and then, by sweeping the stylus across the Touch Screen, describe serves, lobs, drop shots, powershots and more.

On Dec. 22, Nintendo and Opera Software bring the Internet to the living room couch with a free trial version of the Opera Web browser. Wii owners with a high-speed Internet connection can download a free trial Opera browser to activate the Internet Channel of the Wii Menu and begin surfing the Web.

If you're in pursuit of adrenaline, powder snow and pure freedom then look no further; that's what you’ll get delivered, with Freak Out! the ultimate freeride skiing experience.

Warner Bros. Home Entertainment Group has entered into an agreement with Codemasters for distribution and sales of its product slate in North America beginning in April 2007 with titles such as DIRT: Colin McRae Off-Road, Clive Barker's Jericho, etc.

Virtua Fighter 5 raises the bar for console fighting games including all the features fans know and love plus enhanced gameplay mechanics, additional characters and new fighting styles, as well as newly redesigned 3D environments.

Battlefield 2142 is set in the future, the world is plagued by a second Ice Age, and wars have broken out over the remaining territories. EA has released a new patch, bringing your retail game to v1.10 and fixing various bugs, tweaking weapons, adding spectator function, updating Punkbuster, and more ...

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:

• Disney's Chicken Little: Ace in Action (Wii)
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The Entertainment Software Association (ESA) announced today that its founding president, Douglas Lowenstein, will leave the organization early next year after twelve years of service to launch a new trade association in the investment industry.

inXile entertainment announced today that it has acquired the rights to the addictive 'toy' Line Rider, and will bring all the fun & thrills of the addictive Web version, aswell as adding new features, to the NDS and Nintendo Wii.

Overclocked, developed by House of Tales team, known for The Moment of Silence, is a psychological thriller which uses many technical innovations and a surprising narrative approach to form an eerily real gaming experience.

Dusk-12 is an FPS about a project to create the perfect soldier that ran out of control, and turned into the incurable virus. The whole city is now under quarantine as the inhabitants transformed into blood-thirsty assassins. A group of Spec Ops. soldiers are now trying to uncover the secrets of those aborted experiments undertaken 4 years ago.

FIFA Manager 07, previously known as Total Club Manager 2006 is getting an expansion to its already extensive 2,000 clubs and over 20,000 players. The Extra Time expansion, currently only announced in Germany as "Verlängerung," adds new stadiums from all over Europe, new features such as ability to sell advertisement, start as coach, half time screens with commentary and plenty more..

In Final Fantasy XI, players embark on numerous adventures through vast environments in Vana'diel: a persistent world with over a hundred areas to explore, including mountains, forests, glaciers, deserts, oceans, rivers, castles, and dungeons. This December update adds new features, job adjustments, salvage, besieged updates, warping to Sky, and more!

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:

• Dragon Quest IX : Defender Of The Stars [NDS] - Trailer
• The Shield [PS2/PC] - Trailer
• Fuzion Frenzy 2 [X360] - Trailer #6
• Pirates Constructible Strategy Game Online - Trailer
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