by Rainier on Oct. 6, 2005 @ 1:40 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Prince of Persia The Two Thrones takes the best features from The Sands of Time and Warrior Within, and combines them with new gameplay elements such as a second playable character, an intuitive Speed Kill system, outdoor Babylon environment, chariot combat and more. Today we serve up a Q&A with lead AI and gameplay Matthew Clarke and animation director Wade Konowalchuk
by Rainier on Oct. 6, 2005 @ 1:25 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Battlegoat has released a new patch for its strategy game Supreme Ruler 2010. This update brings your retail game to v4.3.1 and adds a new mission, updates maps, adds new units & features, and the usual bug and crash fixes. Read more for download links.
by Alan Knight on Oct. 6, 2005 @ 1:08 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Bomberman Hardball innovates on the brand's classic puzzle-based bombing action with new baseball, golf and tennis games each of which has single-player and multi-player modes. A new 'life' mode tied to the PS2 system clock provides a dynamic view of your character's day-to-day activities, and side challenges allow you to customize his or her appearance.
by Rainier on Oct. 6, 2005 @ 12:46 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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At a press event earlier tonight, NCsoft announced that customers will be able to subscribe to City of Villains and City of Heroes for the price of one. Subscribers to CoV and CoH will only need a single subscription fee of $14.99 per month to gain full access to both games.
by Rainier on Oct. 6, 2005 @ 12:40 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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RCT 3: Wild combines thrilling coasters with extreme animal parks. This game is much more than an expansion with more coasters, new characters and gameplay additions that extend the RollerCoaster Tycoon experience. Dozens of new adrenalin pumping attractions and breathtaking rides will make fans roar with delight - it's an all-new spin on this popular franchise.
by Rainier on Oct. 6, 2005 @ 12:29 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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You are a proud pilot of the Official Glider League, able to hold your own in difficult fights, chases, "circuit fights," and XXL battles with up to eight players. Your way to to the top leads you through sewage shafts and a big temple area from ancient times. REVOgames has released a demo featuring one single-/multiplayer level allowing you to try out two gliders and all weapons.
by Rainier on Oct. 5, 2005 @ 4:59 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 :
- FIFA 06: Road to FIFA World Cup [X360] - Trailer
- Shrek SuperSlam - Trailer #3
- Conflict: Global Terror - AI Trailer
- Final Fantasy XI [X360] - X05 Trailer
- Full Auto [X360] - X05 Trailer
- MotoGP 2006 Ultimate Racing Technology [X360] - X05 Trailer
- Tomb Raider: Legend [X360] - Trailer
- Too Human [X360] - X05 Trailer
- Wolfschanze 1944 - Trailer #3
We will update this throughout the day when new trailers become available. Read more for download links ...
by Rainier on Oct. 5, 2005 @ 4:57 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Yesterdays story about
Amazon UK's listing for 3DRealms' long overdue FPS Duke Nukem Forever as shipping in December turned out to be untrue. 3DRealms's Joe Siegler
commented in the forum that "This issue is covered there. Nothing's new. If there was a new development along these lines, you wouldn't have to "find out" about it from an article at "The Inquirer" or at Amazon's UK site.'
by Rainier on Oct. 5, 2005 @ 4:53 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Stoked Rider featuring Tommy Brunner' is an unique action-freesports game for PC, the first freeride snowboarding game inspired by Alaska's impressive peaks, presented in a unique 3D cellshaded graphical style. Tommy Brunner is one of the most experienced backcountry and big mountain snowboard riders in Europe, and has a string of horrifically impressive injuries to go with it, including a broken back!
by Rainier on Oct. 5, 2005 @ 3:31 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Electronic Arts and counsel representing a class of current and former computer graphic artists in Electronic Arts' California studios today announced a settlement agreement on claims for overtime compensation.
by Rainier on Oct. 5, 2005 @ 1:00 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Quazal announced today that JoWooD has chosen Quazal's online multiplayer middleware Rendez-Vous technology as the basis for three of their upcoming online games, SpellForce 2: Shadow Wars, The Guild 2 and Panzer Elite Action.
by Rainier on Oct. 5, 2005 @ 11:39 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Fireglow Games announces development of a new game of the MMORTS Stranger game series. It is not a direct sequel of the original Strange RTS storyline, but an evolution of the Stranger universe to a full-scale online project.
by Rainier on Oct. 5, 2005 @ 11:23 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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In Law & Order: Criminal Intent, players scour the crime scenes for evidence, interview witnesses and interrogate suspects in hopes of tracking down the elusive killers. With beautifully rendered graphics and voices and likeness from members of the show's cast, this thrilling third-person mystery/adventure game will have players feeling like they've stepped in an actual episode of Law & Order: Criminal Intent.
by Rainier on Oct. 5, 2005 @ 11:12 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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In Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, Harry is mysteriously selected as the fourth competitor in the dangerous Triwizard Tournament. Each contestant in this international competition must confront a fire-breathing dragon, rescue friends from the icy depths of the Black Lake, and navigate the twisting mysteries of a vast, dangerous maze.
by Rainier on Oct. 5, 2005 @ 9:57 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Sailing simulation that lets you create your own tropical paradise and set sail. Marvel at the beauty of your creation and share it with friends. Race people from all over the world in online regattas, team or private races. Originally scheduled for October release, it has now been slightly pushed back to November.
by Rainier on Oct. 5, 2005 @ 8:08 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Stream Theory today announced that it has signed a worldwide content provider agreement with Hip Interactive Europe, giving Stream Theory the license to popular PC games including the recently released Stolen and CT Special Forces: Fire For Effect as well as the upcoming release Garfield: Saving Arlene.
by Rainier on Oct. 5, 2005 @ 2:06 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Eidos Interactive today formally announces that Lara Croft Tomb Raider: Legend is in development for both the Xbox 360 and Xbox. Delivering new gameplay content and unbelievable visuals that take full advantage of the new hardware system, Lara’s premiere on Xbox is grounded in the series’ tomb raiding roots.
by Judy on Oct. 4, 2005 @ 11:45 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 :
- Splinter Cell 4 [X360] - X05 Cam
- Perfect Dark Zero [X360] - X05 Cam
- 50 Cent: Bulletproof - ShootOut Trailer
- NBA 06 [PS2] - Trailer #4
- Warhammer: Mark of Chaos - Trailer
- Gears of War [X360] - X05 Trailer
- Project Gotham Racing 2 [X360] - Trailer
We will update this throughout the day when new trailers become available. Read more for download links ...
by Rainier on Oct. 4, 2005 @ 10:20 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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World Championship Poker 2 features a much more detailed one player game, where you now have to work your way up the ranks, starting in your mom's basement. Once you start winning and accumulating money, you can spend your winnings on increasingly better pads, and furnishings. Hit a losing streak, and you may have to hock your stuff to stay in the game.
by Rainier on Oct. 4, 2005 @ 8:06 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Capcom today released Mega Man Zero 4 for the GBA. Featuring new gameplay elements that elevate the handheld series to new heights, Mega Man Zero 4 maintains the tradition of delivering an exciting 2D action game that chronicles the dramatic ‘Zero’ saga.
by Rainier on Oct. 4, 2005 @ 7:25 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Ubisoft and Gearbox Software announced today that Brothers In Arms Earned In Blood has shipped to retail stores for the Xbox and PC, with the PS2 version projected to ship later this month.
by Rainier on Oct. 4, 2005 @ 1:12 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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SEGA of America today announced the North American release of NHL Eastside Hockey Manager 2005, a sports management simulation game that is officially licensed by NHL Enterprises. and National Hockey League Players' Association.
by Rainier on Oct. 4, 2005 @ 12:35 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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According to the UK division of online retailer Amazon, 3DRealms' long overdue FPS Duke Nukem Forever has a ship date of December 2, 2005. This of course has to be taken with a big grain of salt as nothing official has been announced,
the product listing also states that "release dates are subject to change," and being the case with DNF, that's an understatement.
by Rainier on Oct. 4, 2005 @ 11:13 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Universal Pictures and Twentieth Century Fox announced today that triple-Academy Award winners Peter Jackson and Fran Walsh will serve as the executive producers of Halo, the upcoming feature film based on Microsoft’s video game from Bungie Studios.
by Rainier on Oct. 4, 2005 @ 11:10 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Gun will be a GTA-style game, set in the West in the 1880s, in cities such as Dodge City and New Mexico's Las Vegas. The murderous 'Dodge City Gang' has been on a rampage and you seek revenge, hunting them down between Indians and Mexican pistoleros. Main mode of transportation is any horse you can find or steal, and of course, Gun will include high speed "horse" pursuits.