by Rainier on Sept. 9, 2003 @ 9:26 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Vivendi Universal Games announced today that Hunter: The Reckoning Wayward for the PS2 has shipped to retail. This fast-paced hack n' slash game marks the introduction of the gothic fantasy world of Hunter: The Reckoning based on White Wolf's pen and paper RPG, to the platform. With one of five playable Hunters, gamers will battle hordes of monsters with an arsenal of deadly weapons. High Voltage Software has developed several features that provide Hunter: The Reckoning Wayward a unique game-play experience from previous games from the franchise, including a Hub based portal system and two-player cooperative mode.
by Rainier on Sept. 9, 2003 @ 9:06 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Publishing pioneer Play It challenges you to a Deathmatch in its high-energy vehicle combat game Motorsiege: Warriors of Primetime. Presented as a non-stop action televised sports show, players are challenged to compete for fame and fortune as they go head-to head in the Motorsiege Arenas. Confront your hostiles hell-bent on your destruction with futuristic high-tech vehicles armed with a barrage of cannons, lasers, missiles, mines and other explosive goodies in this highly charged, intense battle of wills, wits and weapons. Read more for a batch of screens ...
by Rainier on Sept. 9, 2003 @ 8:39 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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You are Glitch, the gun-slinging, half-ton menacing bot of Droid City who blasts his way to victory. Found as scrap metal, but transformed into destructive machinery, Glitch is determined to free his people from the evil clutches of General Corrosive and his maniacal army of Mil bots. Unleash a world of pain as you annihilate the General's sinister plan to dominate the world, and salvage the robot race. Read more for some new console screens ...
by Thomas on Sept. 9, 2003 @ 6:10 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. (SCEI) announced today that cumulative worldwide shipment of its PlayStation2 computer entertainment system reached 60 million units on September 6, 2003 (Figures that Microsoft and Nintendo can only dream of). Since its launch in Japan on March 4, 2000, sales of PlayStation 2 have grown rapidly around the world and it continues to gain worldwide popularity while reaffirming its position as the standard entertainment platform in homes. With year-end/New Year holiday season approaching, SCEI will further increase hardware production to meet active demands.
by Rainier on Sept. 9, 2003 @ 12:05 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Get out the garlic and open the curtains, because the demons are demanding revenge! Vivendi Universal Games announced that Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Chaos Bleeds for the PlayStation2, the Xbox and the GameCube has shipped to retail stores nationwide for a suggested retail price of $49.99. Everyone’s favorite blonde vampire slayer has returned to clean up Sunnydale’s streets of baddies once again, but this time she’s bringing her friends.
by Rainier on Sept. 8, 2003 @ 5:44 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Both A Standalone Game and an Expansion Disc! As a standalone game: Dynasty Warriors 4 Xtreme Legends includes all of the characters from the original Dynasty Warriors 4, along with new stages and game play never before seen in any previous Dynasty Warriors title! As an expansion disc: DW4XL powers up the original Dynasty Warriors 4 with 4XL's new features. Take characters from DW4 and use them in DW4XL. Read more for some extra info and new screens ...
by Rainier on Sept. 8, 2003 @ 3:08 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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James Bond 007: Everything or Nothing, as the world’s greatest secret agent returns in his fifth interactive adventure under the EA GAMES brand. First, you will think like Bond, using espionage, tactical skills, and gadgets from the Q-Lab to analyze your situation. Then you will act like Bond, using his stylish physical skills, clever subterfuge, and bold personality to once again save the world. Check the new screens ...
by Rainier on Sept. 8, 2003 @ 1:47 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Gallop Racer is an action-packed sports management title immerses the player in the exciting and fast-paced world of horse racing where they can tackle every aspect of the Sport of Kings, from breeding and training a thoroughbred to riding and even betting on the winner. With a wealth of gaming options upon entering the racing arena - variety is the name of the game!
by Rainier on Sept. 8, 2003 @ 10:21 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Fire Warrior follows one day in the tumultuous life of a young Tau warrior who must battle alone against a force that shows no mercy: The Imperium. The Tau will soon learn there is a darker foe at hand and become entangled in a frightening story that leads them through an ongoing war. Read more to check out some new screens ...
by Thomas Wilde on Sept. 8, 2003 @ 1:31 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Fire Warrior follows one day in the tumultuous life of a young Tau warrior who must battle alone against a force that shows no mercy: The Imperium. The Tau will soon learn there is a darker foe at hand and become entangled in a frightening story that leads them through an ongoing war. THQ was so kind to let us have a taste of the title, read more to find out how it went ...
by Rainier on Sept. 7, 2003 @ 10:04 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Winning Eleven 7 represents a mammoth step forward for the popular soccer series, with every aspect of the game massively reworked, now featuring 100 teams, 21 stadiums, new player models and key additions to the Master League. Winning Eleven 7 also utilizes an all-new custom designed engine that allows for greater flexibility and customization than ever before. Read more for details and screens ...
by Rainier on Sept. 7, 2003 @ 6:14 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Lifeline is a heart-pounding action adventure set high above Earth in the futuristic surroundings of a space station hotel. Players will begin LifeLine by finding themselves mysteriously trapped in the hotel’s security monitor room. In the first-ever voice activated action adventure, players must work together with their virtual partner by verbally directing them through numerous obstacles and challenges including deadly duels with horrifying creatures.
by Rainier on Sept. 7, 2003 @ 2:41 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Continuing Konami’s longest running shooting franchise, the latest installment in the series features the classic Gradius action gameplay with all new features, including new Option Controls, original level designs, new weapons, captivating missions and dazzling next-generation graphics. Read more for some explosive screens ...
by Rainier on Sept. 7, 2003 @ 2:35 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Firefighter F.D.18 captures the white-knuckle action and gut-wrenching drama experienced by our nation’s heroic firefighters. Set in a large urban city, firefighter Dean McGregor and news reporter Emilie Arvin find themselves embroiled in a complex mystery that involves the random eruption of fires in a sprawling metropolis. Read more for details & screens ...
by Rainier on Sept. 7, 2003 @ 2:26 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Prepare for a wild cyber-thriller adventure with female espionage agents, Ice and Aska. With the use of explosive firepower and deadly martial arts skills, Ice and Aska take down criminals with style and flair. While battling an evil syndicate, these sexy heroines will have the ability to dive into a “cyber world” where they can download additional information, skills, and techniques. Fighting futuristic crime has never been this smart, sexy or cool.
by Rainier on Sept. 6, 2003 @ 6:45 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Set in the 11th Century, Castlevania: Lament of Innocence thrusts players ten centuries into the past and casts them in the role of Leon Belmont, the forefather of the legendary Belmont Clan and the first in the family’s long line of vampire hunters. With social and political activities operating under the oppressive grip of clergy during the Crusades, Leon is a nobleman about to be engaged to his beloved Sara. However, when his young lover disappears one fateful evening, Leon sets out to rescue her.
by Rainier on Sept. 6, 2003 @ 6:33 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Unleash the beast with Konami’s Bloody Roar 4 for PlayStation 2! Battling in nine beautifully rendered and fully interactive stages with any one of 13 fighters, Bloody Roar 4 takes melee and gore to an unprecedented scale, with brutal power and gut-wrenching moves. Read more for a batch of bloody cool screens ...
by Rainier on Sept. 6, 2003 @ 6:26 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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AirForce Delta Strike takes air combat to a new level with unique pilot-characters, an immersive story line and scores of different planes. AirForce Delta Strike will appeal to casual gamers as well as high-flying speed-junkies. Stepping into the shoes of a highly-skilled fighter pilot, players will strap in to the cockpit and navigate a wide variety of creative missions on Earth, in space and beyond. Designed to deliver a unique arcade-style experience, AirForce Delta Strike is the only game that features over 20 pilots, each with unique skills and personalities.
by Rainier on Sept. 6, 2003 @ 3:04 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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SWAT: Global Strike Team was founded in 2018 as an international offshoot of the U.S. SWAT organization. Primarily established to supplement the income of the U.S. SWAT establishment, the Global Strike Team contract their personnel and expertise to companies and countries around the world to help “resolve” situations for those who have the funds but not the means to do so. The GST is made up of specially selected SWAT officers and ex-military personnel who have shown the ability to adapt to and overcome any situation they encounter. Like the U.S. SWAT organization, SWAT: GST is a life-saving institution whose mission is to uphold the laws of its operating country, so all efforts must be made to use only necessary force.
by Rainier on Sept. 5, 2003 @ 10:37 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Curse is a dramatic horror action adventure based around the mysterious disappearance from a museum of a priceless Egyptian statuette "The Eye Of Isis". The statuette is protected by an ancient and evil curse that causes madness or violent death to all who come into contact with it. The curse manifests itself by raising diabolical mummified dead to exact violent revenge on the idols desecraters. The main object of the game is to recover the missing statue and return it via train and then cargo steam-ship to the heart of the pyramid from where it was originally removed. Read more to check screens for all platforms ...
by Rainier on Sept. 5, 2003 @ 6:58 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Vivendi Universal Games announced that the video game FuturamaÔ has arrived at retail stores nationwide. The 31st century comes to virtual life with the assistance of Matt Groening who served as Executive Game Designer throughout the development of the video game. Futurama is a third-person platform action game, developed by Unique Development Studios in Sweden, for the PlayStation2 and the Xbox and features four playable characters, over twenty levels, puzzle/platform gameplay, and special combat moves all combined with the humor, character development and innovation of the highly popular & award winning television show created by Matt Groening.
by Rainier on Sept. 5, 2003 @ 6:56 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Midway Games Inc. announced today that RoadKill, a mission-based, post-apocalyptic combat driving game, has gone gold and is scheduled to ship on time in October 2003 for the PlayStation2, the Xbox and Nintendo GameCube. Read more for dtails or if you havent yet, check our Roadkill preview ...
by Rainier on Sept. 5, 2003 @ 9:24 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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KOEI Ltd today announced that the part strategy, part puzzle game Dynasty Tactics 2 will launch in Europe in November 2003 for the PlayStation 2 computer console. Dynasty Tactics 2 is a turn-based Tactical simulation game where the players' task is to annihilate enemy armies by forming chain reactions of high-intensity tactical manoeuvres. Assuming the role of a general the player seeks to unite the warring states of China's legendary Three Kingdoms. Read more for some new screens ...
by Rainier on Sept. 5, 2003 @ 2:00 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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SSX 3 allows gamers to go anywhere gravity will take them. Players will discover a colossal mountain where they can immerse themselves in a free-roaming snow paradise. The ultimate all-mountain experience, SSX 3 features all-new events and courses, awe-inspiring tricks, and a cast of cool, customizable characters. Discover the open terrain, explore its hidden crevices, and conquer its peaks. Read more to check out some new screens ...
by Hank on Sept. 5, 2003 @ 12:34 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Splashdown 2 takes the sport of watercraft racing to an all-new level! Theme park spectacle and wild arcade fun is the heart of this game. Incredible, dynamic environments with plenty to see and do, blazing speed and even more acrobatic tricks, and a whimsical, imaginative sense of fun!