Sid Meier's Railroads! marks the return of the watershed title in simulation/strategy gaming that launched the popular “tycoon” genre, and inspired a new generation of games.

People who pre-order Codemasters' MMORPG Archlord through GameStop and EB Games will get to choose from one of 4 in-game items, get a limited edition soundtrack, collectible postcards and stickers.

Nintendo is expanding its service offering to include an internet browser from Opera Software, optimised to run on the Nintendo DS. The Nintendo DS Browser launches across Europe on 6th October 2006.

UFO: Extraterrestrials, developed by Chaos Concept, is a 3D tactical/strategy title with a rich and compelling sci-fi story.

With expanded co-op action and super challenging gameplay, the upcoming Kameo Power Pack is sure to put your abilities to the test. This downloadable content contains three great new co-op modes of play: Expert Mode, Rune Battle Mode, and Time Attack Mode.

Hudson Soft's North American publishing arm for announced that the company has moved to a new and larger site. After three years in its San Mateo office, Hudson Entertainment relocated to an office in Redwood Shores, California.

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:

• CellFactor: Revolution - Trailer
• Medieval II: Total War - Trailerpack
• Saint Seiya: The Hades [PS2] - Trailer
• Dragon Ball Z: Budokai Tenkaichi 2 [PS2] - Trailer
• Dead Rising [X360] - Webisode Trailer #5
• Elveon [X360/PC] - Combat Trailer
• CityScape Battle - Trailer
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X-Men director Bryan Singer, who also recently did Superman Returns, has revealed on SpikeTV's GameHead show that he is currently working with Atari on a new game. The yet unannounced, and so far unknown, title will have you playing a secret service agent who's charged with protecting the President ....

Elements of adventure and stealth genres were brought together to create this FPS, based on the popular sci-fi novel Inhabited Island by the Strugatski Brothers. It tells the story of a central character who has been condemned to work on an alien planet for the rest of his life. But he defies this destiny and fights those who imprisoned him.

Bounty Hounds is a third-person weapons-based action game for the PSP in which players utilize a massive selection of weapons and armor in order to fight more than 40 alien species across 40 expansive missions in a future gone awry.

Splinter Cell Double Agent will completely revolutionize and reinvent the spy action genre by introducing an unprecedented double agent concept and an entirely new breed of game play that adds an exciting new dimension to the gaming experience. Community manager Rhoulette confirmed that a multiplayer demo is scheduled for release in September, although details as to its contents or a specific date were not disclosed.

Ubisoft announced that it has completed the previously announced acquisition of the IP and technology rights to the Driver franchise, as well as most of the assets and all of the personnel of Reflections Interactive. This acquisition allows Ubisoft to enter the driving game segment, and it's confident Driver’s technology will have a positive effect on the full range of Ubisoft games.

Players assume the roles of RJ the raccoon, Verne the turtle, Hammy the squirrel and Stella the skunk and turn a suburban neighborhood loaded with dangerous obstacles and traps into their personal playground.

In Gods and Heroes, players become classic heroes of the ancient world, born of immortal blood. As a scion of the gods, each player will have the opportunity to pursue his destiny through a series of Epic Quests that will span all levels of gameplay, over time commanding amazing God Powers and acquiring famous weapons and treasure of myth.

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:

• Caesar IV - Making of Trailer
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Luke fon Fabre, sole heir to a family of aristocrats. He was kidnapped seven years ago, and the shock left him with no memories of his life before. For his own protection since his return, he has been confined to a quiet, boring life within the family's residence, learning little of the world beyond the palace walls.

Star Trek: Encounters is a shoot ‘em-up arcade style space combat game featuring ships, characters, and weapons from 40 years of Star Trek. Take command of your starship and blast through the universe, defending your vessel and demolishing your opponents’ in fast action battles.

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:

• Tony Hawk’s Downhill Jam [GBA/NDS/Wii] - Trailer #2
• WH40k: Dawn of War - Dark Crusader - Necron Reassemble Trailer
• Vanguard: Saga Of Heroes - Trailer #4
• East India Company - Trailer #2
• Pirates of the Caribbean Online - Trailer #3
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Capcom's Street Fighter II: Hyper Fighting has seen a phenomenal record of downloads since it’s debut on August 2. Within the first 24 hours of it’s unveiling, Street Fighter II: Hyper Fighting has become the fastest selling Xbox Live Arcade title to date with hundreds of matches being played every hour.

Yakuza is a thrilling, action-adventure game created by producer Toshihiro Nagoshi and award-winning novelist Seishu Hase, taking players deep into the world of Japan's infamous underground organization.

Bethesda announced today that Star Trek writer Dorothy "D.C." Fontana, with her partner, Derek Chester, have collaborated to write the scripts for its upcoming titles, Star Trek: Legacy and Star Trek: Tactical Assault. Fontana, a prominent creative force behind the Star Trek franchise since its inception in the 1960s, continues to contribute to its broad-based appeal with vibrant and innovative story lines.

LucasArts and SOE announced today that Chapter 2: The Talus Incident is now available for SWG subscribers, offering new adventures, new profession expertise system for the Jedi and Bounty Hunters, new PvP content, improved character appearance and more ...

Already revealed last night, EA today officially announced Medal of Honor Heroes for the PSP, allowing players to take all the epic, authentic WWII action of Medal of Honor on-the-go.

In Pirates of the Caribbean Online you embark on quests for adventure and treasure in an effort to become the Caribbean’s most legendary pirate. Along the way you learn skills and tactics from the notorious Jack Sparrow, helping them forge alliances, hunt for buried treasure, battle evil undead forces and face off against known enemies from the movies. Walt Disney Pictures' President of Production Oren Aviv answers some savvy questions ...

FIFA 07 delivers complete authenticity with licenses for all the world’s top leagues, including MLS and Mexican 1st Division, and 26 others from over 20 nations. This year, you have the power to shape your club’s destiny in the Interactive Leagues, a new online mode that enables you to pit your club against supporters of your real-world opponents.