by Rainier on May 4, 2005 @ 11:50 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Another day, another batch of game trailers were released. Instead of giving them all their own posts, we grouped them, and so far there are trailers for :
- Singles 2: Triple Trouble - Trailer
- Delta Force: Black Hawk Down [Xbox] - Trailer (2)
- Loco-Mania - Trailer
- Pariah - Trailer (2)
- NBA 06 - Trailer
by Rainier on May 4, 2005 @ 10:30 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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'Age of Empires III: Age of Discovery' is set in 1500 A.D. and chronicles the Age of Discovery that started around the time that Columbus "discovered" the new world. The single player campaign follows American history up through 1850, and in multiplayer mode, you'll be able to choose from among eight different civilizations, and there will include free-for-all and team-vs-team matches for up to eight players.
by Rainier on May 4, 2005 @ 10:26 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Fable: The Lost Chapters will feature a host of enhancements from its top-selling Xbox version, including new quests to conquer, areas to explore, creatures to slay and story elements to discover. Fable: The Lost Chapters is expected to reach store shelves this fall.
by Rainier on May 4, 2005 @ 10:23 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Codemasters has expanded its management team with the appointment of two world class executives to lead the company's growth strategy. Following the acquisition of 40% by Benchmark Capital Europe, the top tier venture capital firm, Codemasters has secured Rod Cousens as Chief Executive Officer and Tony Williams as Chief Operating Officer.
by Judy on May 4, 2005 @ 10:20 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Video Games Live features music from some of the biggest video games performed by top orchestras and choirs across the country combined with video footage, lasers, lights and live action to create an explosive and unique entertainment experience. The national tour launches this summer at the world famous Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles on July 6.
by Rainier on May 4, 2005 @ 10:06 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Vanguard: Saga of Heroes will be the premier third generation massively multiplayer RPG. A vast, seamless, immersive virtual world filled with elements of familiar High Fantasy, including traditional themes and more, all depicted using cutting-edge graphics technology. Sigil’s expertise and experience in the field will bring groundbreaking static and dynamic content to the genre.
by Rainier on May 4, 2005 @ 7:58 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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The series famous for relentless intensity is returning bigger, better looking and more frantic than ever before. Sam Stone is back to rescue the universe one bullet at a time against overwhelming hordes of time traveling enemies in Serious Sam 2. Built from the ground up with a completely new engine, Serious Sam 2 will be a shot of adrenaline to the hearts of first-person shooter fans across the world. This is serious!
by Rainier on May 4, 2005 @ 6:10 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Xfire and Planetwide Games have announced that starting today, they will be offering a free 14-day trial download of "RYL: Path of the Emperor" - the massively-multiplayer online role-playing game. This 14-day trial download offers new online game players the ability to experience "RYL: Path of the Emperor," which has the look and feel of an RPG and a FPS hybrid in a massively multiplayer online role playing game.
by Judy on May 4, 2005 @ 3:20 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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THQ today announced record sales and net income for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2005, with net sales climbing 18% to a record $756.7 million from $640.8 million a year ago.
by Rainier on May 4, 2005 @ 3:14 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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In Gene Troopers you are in the heart of a unique, vibrant and living universe. Explore amazing new worlds, develop your character into a stealth or battle professional, control supernatural powers, make friends with powerful characters and lead them into battle against the forces of evil. Experience a captivating sci-fi story, high-paced action and thrilling game play in a setting never seen before.
by Rainier on May 4, 2005 @ 3:04 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Sony Online Entertainment today announced EverQuest II Desert of Flames and EverQuest II The Splitpaw Saga, the first expansion pack and second adventure pack, respectively, for its MMO EQ II. Desert of Flames will launch launch September 12th 2005 and retail for $29.99 and will be showcased at the upcoming E3 in Los Angeles. The Splitpaw Saga will be available only via digital download for just $7.99 starting June 28th 2005.
by Rainier on May 4, 2005 @ 1:57 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Aurora Watching is a third person perspective stealth game taking place in the Arctic. During the mission, Sullivan faces many opponents, not all of whom are human and each of which can be defeated in many ways, Mini-games, puzzles, and hi-tech gadgets keep players excited from the very beginning to the end.
by Judy on May 4, 2005 @ 12:55 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Heavy.com today announced that Sony has selected it to be its first content partner for its hit multimedia- media player, the Sony PSP. Heavy will make its entire library of thousands of hours of animation and live-action video shorts available for free download on the PSP.
by Rainier on May 4, 2005 @ 10:43 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Got Game Entertainment today announced that it has reached a co-publishing agreement with Merscom to bring WWII Tank Commander, a non-stop military action game for PC, to North American retail, in June 2005.
by Rainier on May 4, 2005 @ 10:09 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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CDV announced today they have signed premier vocal, writing and artistic talent for work on its WWII RTS Codename: Panzers, Phase Two. Actor Peter Weller, best known for his work in such films as "Naked Lunch" and "Robocop," will be the voice of Jeffrey S. Wilson - the game's cigar-smoking, butt-kicking, turpentine-drinking American hero.
by Rainier on May 4, 2005 @ 9:13 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Remedy Entertainment has revealed the official name of its next project. No sequel to Max Payne, but an all new IP, Alan Wake. Discribed as a psychological thriller, no additional details were provided, but they did toss up a teaser website with a few screens and trailer. More details are will be announced during E3, our appointment is already set up, so come back during E3 for our impressions, in the meantime, read more for screens & trailer.
by Judy on May 4, 2005 @ 8:27 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Turbine announced today that the highly-anticipated massively multiplayer online game Asheron's Call 2: Legions is available now at retail chains throughout North America. The game will be available in Europe on May 6.
by Rainier on May 4, 2005 @ 8:12 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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THQ today announced Full Spectrum Warrior: Ten Hammers for the Xbox, PS2 and PC. The game builds upon the ground-breaking, genre-blending game play of the original, integrating an all new robust multiplayer system, player-controlled coalition forces, mechanized units and enhanced character abilities and advanced enemy A.I. Full Spectrum Warrior: Ten Hammers is scheduled to release this winter.
by Rainier on May 4, 2005 @ 1:13 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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EA announced today that former Heisman Memorial Trophy Award winner Desmond Howard will appear on the cover of NCAA Football 06. In an all-new Race for the Heisman mode, players can start their career as a prep star and work their way to becoming one of the nation's top collegiate players with the hopes of winning the coveted Heisman Trophy.
by Judy on May 3, 2005 @ 11:59 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Atlus announced today that Puyo POP FEVER , the classic action-puzzle game for the Nintendo DS, has shipped to retailers nationwide. With the unique Touch Screen control and 8-player simultaneous puzzle action with a single Game Card, this version boasts exclusive features not found on any other system.
by Rainier on May 3, 2005 @ 11:56 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Another day, another batch of game trailers were released. Instead of giving them all their own posts, we grouped them, and so far there are trailers for :
- SSX 4 - Trailer
- Gothic III - Trailer
- Indigo Prophecy - E3 2005 Trailer
- Kingdom Hearts II - Trailer
- Metal Combat - Trailer #3
- Rollercoaster Tycoon 3: Soaked! - E3 2005 Trailer
- TimeShift - E3 2005 Trailer
- Tycoon City: New York - E3 2005 Trailer
by Rainier on May 3, 2005 @ 4:58 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Rush for Berlin is a tactical real time strategy game, set on the European battlefields of World War II, during 1944-45. The player's goal; to capture the German capital, as either the British/US/French alliance or the Red army of the Soviet Union. The act symbolizes the total defeat of the Third Reich and means the end of the war on the European continent. Players face more and more challenges, as they get closer to the capital. The game is based on historical facts and gives wide possibilities for changing history and playing an alternative reality.
by Rainier on May 3, 2005 @ 10:14 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Matrix Games has released a new update for its space combat simulation, Starshatter. This 4.5.0 update includes an all new DirectX 9 rendering engine, user-interface, terrain engine and improvements to shading, textures, and graphical effects such as bump and specular maps. Additional improvements include increased missile payload for ships, minor bug fixes with flight patterns, and more responsive controls.
by Rainier on May 3, 2005 @ 9:01 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Publisher and developer Paradox Interactive announced today that the medieval real-time strategy title Knights of Honor has gone gold and will ship to retail stores across North America on May 10, 2005. The game has been rated E+10 and has a SRP of $39.99.
by Rainier on May 3, 2005 @ 8:31 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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In Pirates! you take the leading role of a Pirate Captain in the 17th century Caribbean trying to become the most revered and feared pirate in history - exploring high seas and exotic ports, overtaking enemies in fierce naval battles, engaging in duels and attempting to seize valuable booty.