by Rainier on Jan. 13, 2004 @ 9:27 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Tempe-based Limelight Networks announced today that it has been selected by Valve, the leading entertainment software company responsible for critically acclaimed games such as Half-Life, to host its Steam platform servers and provide services for the distribution of its online content. The partnership provides gamers across the globe with fast, reliable and uninterrupted access -- via Limelight Networks' powerful delivery network -- to Valve's newest offerings and leading games, as well as offerings from others distributing their content via Steam.
by Rainier on Jan. 13, 2004 @ 8:53 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Codemasters has won the global publishing rights to Soldiers: Heroes of World War II (previously known as Outfront): a dramatic, fast-paced tactical strategy game, due summer 2004 exclusively for PC. Created by Ukrainian company Best Way, under the development title of "OutFront", Soldiers is a further signing for Codemasters from 1C Company. Codemasters will also publish two other 1C Company titles: Perimeter and Wartime Command. Read more for details, screens and the first teaser trailer...
by Hank on Jan. 13, 2004 @ 1:22 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Play as yourself, not a pro skater, and make your way through a plot-twisting, true-to-life story that takes you from unknown local skate punk to fame and fortune as Skater of the Year. Read more for the full review ...
by Rainier on Jan. 12, 2004 @ 5:19 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Pterodon has released a new "beta" multiplayer map for their tactical shooter Vietcong. This 'Frontiers' map will be features in the next update patch, but you can have a little sneak peek (
thanks Tiscali). Read more for screens & download links ...
by Rainier on Jan. 12, 2004 @ 4:44 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Desert Rats vs Afrika Korps is Real-Time Tactical game in full 3D with highly realistic graphics, real time shadows, localised damage effects, explosions, weather effects and much more. Missions range from recon operations in the desert and escort missions to large-scale sieges of desert fortresses. All missions start with a briefing, a recap of the historical background and a management phase. Read more to check out some new screens ...
by Rainier on Jan. 12, 2004 @ 3:28 p.m. PST | 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 :
- Suikoden IV - Trailer
- Final Fantasy: Crystal Chronicles - Trailer
- Resident Evil: Outbreak - Trailer
We will update this throughout the day when new trailers become available. Read more for download links ...
by Rainier on Jan. 12, 2004 @ 3:10 p.m. PST | Filed under
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4DRulers has released a level building SDK for their AMP II engine first person shooter Secret Service Security Breach. This package includes everything needed to create your own content and levels for Secret Service: Security Breach. Read more for download links ...
by Rainier on Jan. 12, 2004 @ 11:29 a.m. PST | Filed under
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It all began in 1987 with a revolutionary arcade shooter called R-Type. Now the classic shooter is back for a final appearance with new features and the same exciting, revolutionary gameplay that started it all. Use the unique Force System to power-up your ship as you choose and send it into battle against the evil Bydo. With over 100 ships to choose from and an almost unlimited amount of customization options, R-Type Final is the definitive shooter on the PlayStation2. Read more for details and a batch of new screens ...
by Rainier on Jan. 12, 2004 @ 9:51 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Davilex Games is proud to announce the development and publishing of Knight Rider 2. This new title, based on a license from Universal Studios Consumer Products Group, is slated for a worldwide release in Q4 of 2004 and will appear on the PS2 and PC platforms. The decision to develop the second sequel of the popular game follows the success of the first Knight Rider game, which was released in November 2003. More than 170.000 units have been sold in Europe so far.
by Thomas on Jan. 12, 2004 @ 7:11 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Game Developer Master Creating announces today that they have cancelled their publishing agreement for RESTRICTED AREA with 4am Entertainment for a major breach of contract. Spokesman Jan Beuck: "4am didn't pay the advance payment in time – this is a substantial and un-remedied breach. We are currently considering legal action."
RESTRICTED AREA is an action-RPG set in the dark future and is already in the alpha phase. Master Creating, an independent game development studio based in Hamburg, Germany, is now seeking a new publisher.
by Thomas on Jan. 12, 2004 @ 6:52 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Infinium Labs today announced the launch of
www.phantom.net, a new web site for its next-generation Phantom Gaming Service. The feature-rich site offers consumers a preview of what lies in store when the Phantom is unleashed in 2004. The new web site provides visitors with the opportunity to learn more about Phantom's products and services, specifications and developer program. The site also provides Investor Relations information about Infinium Labs, the management team, news releases, the stock symbol and links to trading quotes and SEC filings.
by Geson Hatchett on Jan. 12, 2004 @ 2:08 a.m. PST | Filed under
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SEGA’s legendary mascot Sonic The Hedgehog makes his historic multi-platform debut and embarks on his biggest adventure ever, with his trademark blazing speed and a new gameplay twist in “Sonic Heroes.” Sonic and his friends have evolved, adopting a configuration feature that lets gamers control three playable characters simultaneously, using Sonic’s speed, Knuckles’ power, and Tails’ ability to fly, to conquer massive worlds. Available onlyn on the Gamecube we had a chance to check out the upcoming PS2 version. Read more for the full preview ...
by Rainier on Jan. 12, 2004 @ 1:36 a.m. PST | Filed under
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The third Secret Weapons Over Normandy Xbox Live content package has officially been released! This package features one additional flyable plane, an all-new single player mission, and an alternative camo scheme for the Ju-87 Stuka. Combining Italian design skills, with a German inline engine, the Macchi 202 is a more than capable fighter plane. Secret Weapons Over Normandy players will get the chance to pilot this aircraft for the first time as they fly for the Axis in combat against Allied invaders in a brand new mission named "Escape from Tripoli." Also added to Xbox Live is an updated camo pattern for the Ju-87 Stuka. Read more to check out some screens of the new content...
by Rainier on Jan. 12, 2004 @ 1:20 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Launching the next generation of solo play and online combat, Counter-Strike: Condition Zero is imminent. The #1 online action game of all time goes single-player with Counter-Strike: Condition Zero. A stand-alone product, Condition Zero is the comprehensive successor to the 2000 Multiplayer Game of the Year. Condition Zero completely replaces the current Counter-Strike, and combines six story-driven episodes, three different single player modes and multiplayer enhancements to drive the future of Counter-Strike gamers everywhere.
by Corey Owen on Jan. 12, 2004 @ 1:02 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Join a secret squad of pilots dedicated to thwarting the most heinous plans of the Third Reich. Fly over twenty authentic aircraft across thirty daring missions in this new WWII action-flyer. Lawrence Holland, the legendary creator of Star Wars: X-Wing, Star Wars: Tie Fighter and Secret Weapons of the Luftwaffe returns with an exhilarating new game of action and intrigue. Can you be trusted with the most dangerous secrets of the war?
Painkiller is a first-person horror shooter, designed to satisfy the gamer's hunger for intense, fast-paced action. You are Painkiller, a mercenary for hire, charged with cleaning out nests of the undead. But an unholy pact with a demon unknowingly puts you square in the middle of a fight for control of the underworld... with the future of humanity hanging in the balance. After our initial preview we had a chance to check out an updated build and here is the result!
by Rainier on Jan. 10, 2004 @ 11:59 p.m. PST | Filed under
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JoWooD has released a new patch for KritzelKratz 3000's railroad sim Railroad Pioneer. This patch will brings your retail game (only for GERMAN editions) to v1.07 and mainly contains logical error fixes, game balance and bug fixes. Read more for details and download links ...
by Rainier on Jan. 10, 2004 @ 2:58 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Empire Int. has released a demo of Hitmaker/Seg's Crazy Taxi 3 giving you the chance to try out the Glitter Oasis area where you can "work for 3 minutes" in a choice of four cabs. The king of crazy driving games is back and taking to the streets of Glitter Oasis with new cars, new drivers and new thrills. Whether it's making crazy money, conquering the new batch of mini-game challenges or trying out new tricks in the completely overhauled West Coast and Small Apple levels (
thanks 3DGamers). Read more for download links ...
by Rainier on Jan. 10, 2004 @ 2:53 a.m. PST | 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 :
- Purge Jihad - Trailer
- The Sims 2 - Trailer
We will update this throughout the day when new trailers become available. Read more for download links ...
by Rainier on Jan. 9, 2004 @ 6:18 p.m. PST | Filed under
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The FirePower philosophy is to create the most realistic air combat experience possible. The veterans of the Second World War are leaving us at a rate of 1000+ a day. FirePower for Microsoft Combat Simulator 3, commemorates their skill and sacrifice by providing the player with an air combat experience like never before. This was accomplished by using authentic military test data and combat footage along with the input from over thirty real warbird pilots. Read more for some new screens as well as a 5minute ingame footage trailer...
by Rainier on Jan. 9, 2004 @ 4:45 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Interplay Entertainment Corp. announced today that the company has inked deals to include numerous metal bands for the upcoming Fallout: Brotherhood of Steel videogame, including the tremendously popular Slipknot. The much anticipated, gritty and darkly humorous third person action-adventure game is due in stores on January 13 for the PlayStation2 and the Xbox. Read more for details ...
by Rainier on Jan. 9, 2004 @ 3:27 p.m. PST | Filed under
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The Suikoden series has always delivered an enriched gameplay experience through innovative battle systems, storyline plot twists and a captivating score. Suikoden IV continues the gameplay tradition with players interacting with over 100 characters in vast and rich 3D environments as they battle new adversaries, explore new territory and embark on unforgettable adventures. Read more for details and screens ...
by Rainier on Jan. 9, 2004 @ 3:07 p.m. PST | Filed under
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At the company’s annual gamers’ day, Konami Digital Entertainment today revealed a brand new PlayStation2 3D action title, Nanobreaker. Developed by Koji Igarashi, the famed producer behind the legendary Castlevania series, Nanobreaker is poised to become another celebrated Konami action game franchise. Read more for details and the first ingame screens ...
by Rainier on Jan. 9, 2004 @ 8:10 a.m. PST | Filed under
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NDL announced today that Gamebryo is being used in Irrational Games' award-winning Freedom Force sequel titled Freedom Force vs. the Third Reich. Scheduled to ship in spring 2004, the comic book-inspired tactical role-playing game features a new league of heroes and villains, streamlined combat system and spectacular graphic enhancements using NDL's Gamebryo engine and tools.
by Rainier on Jan. 9, 2004 @ 7:37 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Buka Entertainment, one of the leading games publishers in Russia, is pleased to announce today its participation in China Joy 2004 (Beijing, January 16-18), the first Chinese entertainment exhibition.