by Rainier on Aug. 17, 2010 @ 5:08 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit will transform online racing by bringing to life the adrenaline and intensity of high speed cop pursuits and changing the way that people connect and compete with their friends.
by Rainier on Aug. 17, 2010 @ 5:00 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Sony has
rolled out new PlayStation Store content, starting with
Top Gun, demos for
NHL 11,
Joe Danger,
Tom Clancy’s H.A.W.X. 2 and
Phantasy Star Portable 2 (PSP), DLCs for
LittleBigPlanet, PAIN, Uncharted 2, ModNation Racers, Skate 3, song packs for
Guitar Hero 5,
Rock Band, the usual game/movie trailers, and PS3 themes, and downloadable PSP/PS0ne games (
Ys Seven, Carnivores: Dinosaur Hunter).
by Rainier on Aug. 17, 2010 @ 4:02 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Starting 400 years before its predecessor, Might & Magic Heroes VI will include all the characters and features from previous installments, in addition to a wealth of new innovations showcasing a family of heroes in a thrilling, epic story where Angels plot to revive an unfinished war.
by Rainier on Aug. 17, 2010 @ 3:53 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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APB is an MMO freeform combat and driving-based game, where you must decide which side of the law to abide by, as Enforcers, who take on the challenge of supporting and safeguarding justice, or as Criminals, who operate against the law and any opposing groups by any means necessary. Earlier reports that RTW was forced to
lay off part of its staff and
went into administration (Chapter 11), are now
confirmed.
by Rainier on Aug. 17, 2010 @ 3:46 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Seed Studios' real time strategy game Under Siege features an original world, unique gameplay elements and a large number of multiplayer and community features with special emphasis on user generated content.
by Rainier on Aug. 17, 2010 @ 2:33 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Fallen Earth is a post-apocalyptic massively multiplayer online game that mixes FPS style with traditional RPG mechanics, where six factions are struggling to emerge from the collapse of civilization brought on by viruses and environmental disaster.
by Rainier on Aug. 17, 2010 @ 1:46 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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In Crysis 2, New York is under the attack of a unique and frightening alien species that combines deadly weaponry, exceptional sensory abilities and intelligent collaboration to present players with the most challenging opponents ever seen in a first-person shooter.
by Rainier on Aug. 17, 2010 @ 1:21 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Sony Computer Entertainment announced its video game lineup for GamesCom, August 18-22, where it will show off Gran Turismo 5, LittleBigPLanet 2, InFamous 2, newly announced titles Ratchet & Clank : All 4 One and Resistance 3, as well as several others.
by Rainier on Aug. 17, 2010 @ 12:25 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Virtua Tennis 4 promises a more immersive, true to life tennis experience with 3D technology support, bringing you closer than ever to being out on the court. Virtua Tennis 4 with the PlayStation Move is more than just hitting the ball; it’s about the angle of the racquet, the spin and speed of the ball and the power of the shot.
by Rainier on Aug. 17, 2010 @ 12:19 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Sony Computer Entertainment America announced that the PS3 system will be offered in North America with 160GB or 320GB Hard Disk Drives, offering more capacity to download games and entertainment content from PlayStation Network along with personal digital content, such as music, photos, and videos.
by Rainier on Aug. 17, 2010 @ 11:54 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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uDraw Studio was designed as a showcase piece for the capabilities of the device and features a robust set of art creation modes and user-friendly tools that help players create anything from simple doodles to intricate masterpieces that can be saved and shared.
by Rainier on Aug. 17, 2010 @ 11:13 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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WoW: Cataclysm brings sweeping changes to the world of Azeroth, with two new playable races, new levels of power, challenging quests, dungeons in all-new zones, and dramatic changes to familiar aspects of the game in the wake of a world-shattering disaster.
by Rainier on Aug. 17, 2010 @ 10:19 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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My Baby 3 & Friends lets players experience the joy of parenting as they feed, bathe, change and cuddle with their in game baby. What's more, the game also sparks new social development skills via interaction with another baby and a puppy.
by Rainier on Aug. 17, 2010 @ 9:18 a.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 Aug. 17, 2010 @ 8:27 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Mass Effect is a sci-fi adventure set in a vast universe filled with dangerous alien life forms and mysterious uncharted planets. In ME2, Saren's evil army of Geth soldiers has just been defeated, and humans, who are still struggling to make their mark on the galactic stage, are now faced with an even greater peril.
by Rainier on Aug. 17, 2010 @ 8:23 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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In the Criminal Minds game, players delve into the criminal mind with clever puzzles and immersive hidden object gameplay. The game will include characters and themes taken directly from the hit television series. In the game, fans will be able to take on the role of different members of the Behavioral Analysis Unit (BAU) to solve a series of five shocking crimes.
by Rainier on Aug. 17, 2010 @ 8:20 a.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 Aug. 17, 2010 @ 8:09 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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FIFA 11 reinvents player authenticity – on and off the ball – for every player and at every position on the pitch with Personality+, an all-new feature that sees individual abilities reflected in game, enabling clear differentiation for every player.
by Rainier on Aug. 17, 2010 @ 2:16 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Kinect, previously known as Project Natal, is the controller-free gaming and entertainment experience from Microsoft for its Xbox 360 console.
by Rainier on Aug. 17, 2010 @ 2:11 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Metroid: Other M looks at the classic franchise from a new perspective: While much of the game is reminiscent of 2-D side-scrollers, players can switch the perspective into 3-D at any time as they explore the twisting passages of a derelict space station and delve deep into a cinematic, never-before-told story of bounty hunter Samus Aran’s past.
by Adam Pavlacka on Aug. 17, 2010 @ 1:55 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Mafia II immerses players in the mob underworld of a fictitious late 1940s-early 1950s scenario by fusing high-octane gunplay with white-knuckle driving and an engaging narrative. Players will easily become engaged in the game's cinematic Hollywood movie experience with strong, believable characters in a living, breathing city.
by Rainier on Aug. 17, 2010 @ 1:45 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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A New Beginning is a cinematic, interactive eco-thriller. In the classic adventure game an impending global climate cataclysm threatens the world, in a story ripped from today’s headlines, dealing with the defining issue of our time. At locations all around the globe, players will have to try and stem the tide – with the whole world hanging in the balance.
by Rainier on Aug. 17, 2010 @ 1:17 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Microsoft Flight brings a new perspective to the long-standing franchise, welcoming everyone, including long-time fans, to experience the magic of flight. From new game play elements and enhanced scenery and terrain to new aircraft and integrated content marketplace, it is an entirely new breed of virtual flight.
by Rainier on Aug. 17, 2010 @ 1:12 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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King's Bounty is an adventure game with tactical turn-based battles and role-playing elements unfolding in a rich fantasy world. The King's Bounty: Crossworlds expansion features two new campaigns and a massive expansion, dozens of new quests, new items, spells and creatures.
by Rainier on Aug. 17, 2010 @ 12:03 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.