by Judy on July 26, 2004 @ 3:01 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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As we
reported last week, Electronic Arts has signed a worldwide publishing agreement with Far Cry developers Crytek, which made us wonder what would happen with the 'Far Cry Instincts' console edition. Recently, Ubisoft announced that
Far Cry Instincts was pushed back for both Xbox and PlayStation2 to Q1 2005, which makes sense in light of the new developments. Today it came to our attention that Crytek is no longer in charge of the 'Far Cry Instincts' project, but it is instead under the internal wings of Ubisoft Montreal.
by Judy on July 25, 2004 @ 7:45 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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For the first time, Sims are living in the city where reputation (rep) is everything. Players will custom-create these new Sims, called Urbz, by customizing their unique style and building their status to become the biggest "player" in the city. Check the new screens or get the trailerpack.
by Judy on July 24, 2004 @ 12:41 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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'Universal Combat: Hold the Line' is 3000 AD's upcoming standalone add-on to its 3D action/space-combat game 'Universal Combat'. Probably the last of its kind in the Battlecruiser series as we have come to know it, 'Universal Combat: Hold the Line' is all-encompassing game with as much advancements and fun filled gameplay in first person planet-side careers as is currently seen in the space borne careers.
by Judy on July 24, 2004 @ 12:35 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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WWII's Pacific theater was the backdrop for some of the most famous aerial battles in history. In places like Midway, Guadalcanal and Iwo Jima, allied fighters and bombers went head-to-head against the air power of the Japanese empire. Pacific Fighters provides the opportunity for players to experience the realistic action, intense flight combat and immersive gameplay of WWII's Pacific air war.
by Judy on July 23, 2004 @ 2:31 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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NCsoft Corporation and Cryptic Studios are giving 2,000 copies of their City of Heroes game packs to U.S. Navy personnel returning from duty in the Middle East. This game giveaway program, dubbed "Heroes for Heroes," is a way for NCsoft and its employees to show gratitude to the military men and woman returning from difficult duty.
by Judy on July 23, 2004 @ 1:25 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Pirates is broadband only, with high-end hardware specifications for graphics -- a GeForce 3 or better is required in at least a 1GHz machine, and the game is optimized for the latest DirectX 9.0-class cards. Pirates is being published on-line directly to gamers using Valve's new Steam technology, the same delivery system used by Half-Life 2 and Counterstrike 2. Check out the new seaworthy screens & ingame footage trailer ...
by Judy on July 23, 2004 @ 12:53 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Going where no previous James Bond game has dared to tread, the upcoming GoldenEye: Rogue Agent first-person shooter from Electronic Arts breaks all the rules by transporting players to the dark side of the Bond universe to experience life as a high-rolling, cold-hearted villain. Read more for new screens & a new trailer.
by Judy on July 23, 2004 @ 10:52 a.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 :
- Halo 2 - Theatrical Trailers (2)
- 'History of DOOM' - Trailer
- Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War - Trailer
by Judy on July 23, 2004 @ 7:30 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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EA today announced a worldwide strategic partnership to develop and publish a new game franchise with developer Crytek. The agreement builds on Crytek's success with its first title, the chart-leading first-person shooter, Far Cry, and brings together the creative talent of Crytek with the publishing expertise and unrivalled reach of Electronic Arts. The highly regarded German developer will create an exciting new game franchise for the PC based on original intellectual property.
by Judy on July 23, 2004 @ 12:40 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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UFO: Aftershock follows directly from one of the endings of UFO: Aftermath, where the player agrees to hand over the Earth to the Alien scientists, who are trying to change the planet into a giant living organism. The Council of Earth and their followers take refuge on an orbiting satellite prepared for them by the aliens, but not all the survivors of the original invasion where re-located.
by Judy on July 22, 2004 @ 9:29 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Monster Hunter is an exciting new online action game for the PS2, offering gamers the challenge of exploring vastly detailed environments confronting mammoth creatures and completing the numerous quests that await them. The game can be enjoyed either single player offline or four player online. Monster Hunter is scheduled for release throughout North America in the fall 2004. Read more for details ...
by Judy on July 22, 2004 @ 4:54 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 :
- Shadow Hearts: Covenant - Trailer
by Judy on July 22, 2004 @ 1:01 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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In Ratchet & Clank: Up Your Arsenal, Ratchet and Clank once again team up for an all-new adventure combining diverse gameplay with elements of action, exploration, adventure, puzzle-solving, strategy, role-playing and fierce gunfire into one riveting experience. Sony has released a Q&A with Insomniac, the developers of 'Ratchet & Clank 3.' Check out what they had to say ...
by Judy on July 22, 2004 @ 12:32 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Created and developed by Naughty Dog, Inc., Jak 3 combines a variety of genres including driving, adventure, action-platform, puzzles, strategy and exploration. Jak 3 promises to deliver one of the most entertaining and interactive experiences to gamers this holiday season! Sony has released a Q&A with Daniel Arey, Jak 3 Creative Director. Read more to check it out...
by Judy on July 22, 2004 @ 7:44 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Vivendi Universal Games announced today that Thunderbirds for the Game Boy Advance video game system has a UK street date of August 20th 2004. Kids take command of the Thunderbirds fleet on a heroic mission to save members of International Rescue ... and the world!
by Judy on July 22, 2004 @ 7:24 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Sherlock Holmes fans are in for a double treat this August as Digital Jesters reveals it has secured a full-length Sherlock Holmes DVD movie to accompany every copy of its forthcoming PC CD-ROM escapade Adventures of Sherlock Holmes: The Case of the Silver Earring.
by Judy on July 22, 2004 @ 1:32 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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You paid your dues in Tony Hawk's Underground, now prove yourself in Tony Hawk's Underground 2. It's time to go globetrotting on a sick international road trip with Tony Hawk and Bam Margera. THUG 2 delivers a hilarious story mode, an unprecedented level of customization, and more moves than the Skate Gods could dream of. Grab your board, an arsenal of spray paint and prepare to wreak havoc around the world.
by Judy on July 22, 2004 @ 1:18 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Activision today announced financial results for the first fiscal quarter ended June 30, 2004. Net revenues were $211.3 million as compared to net revenues of $158.7 million reported for the first quarter last fiscal year. Aside from the numbers, there were some details about upcoming titles and future development efforts. Extra, extra! Read all about it ...
by Judy on July 22, 2004 @ 1:04 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Empire Interactive announced that the PlayStation 2 and Xbox versions of highly acclaimed PC title Ghost Master are scheduled for release in September 2004.
by Judy on July 21, 2004 @ 3:50 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 :
- Terminator 3: Redemption - Trailers (2)
- Pro Evolution Soccer 4 - Trailer
- WWE Day of Reckoning - Trailer
- Juiced - Trailer
by Judy on July 21, 2004 @ 3:15 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Activision, Inc. today announced that one of its wholly owned studios, Neversoft, the creators behind the best-selling Tony Hawk franchise, is in development on a compelling new intellectual property that will bring Neversoft's world-renowned development prowess to a new genre. The unnamed title is slated for release in fiscal 2006, alongside a new game based on the Tony Hawk franchise that Neversoft will also develop for same fiscal year. Talk about being vague ...
by Judy on July 21, 2004 @ 2:24 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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The latest Settlers game takes the franchise and pushes it to the next level. Fans will enjoy fully animated 3D technology and enhanced gameplay features, but still be able to relive the experience that makes the Settlers series such a big hit. The game will take the player to a medieval setting, to re-conquer the kingdom currently under the domination of an evil tyrant.
by Judy on July 21, 2004 @ 12:22 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Activision announced today that its Spider-Man 2 video game is topping worldwide sell-through charts. Just five days after its initial U.S. launch, the game debuted as the #1 best-selling video game across all platforms in the U.S., according to NPD TRSTS Data.
by Judy on July 21, 2004 @ 12:11 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Sonalysts Inc. disclosed the initial details of the inaugural title to their Sonalysts' Combat Simulations brand, dubbed "Dangerous Waters" (S.C.S - "Dangerous Waters"). S.C.S. - "Dangerous Waters" will be the first title of its kind, allowing the player total control over multiple air, surface and subsurface platforms in a modern-day naval environment.
by Judy on July 21, 2004 @ 11:41 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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U Move Super Sports is a fun sports-themed video game developed for use with the EyeToy USB Camera for PS2. U Move Super Sports is expected to ship September 2004. Read more for some new screens...