by Rainier on Oct. 10, 2007 @ 3:43 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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With the world plunged in eternal darkness and the Gods rendered powerless, Kratos will face the most feared creatures of Greek Mythology, and ultimately be forced to choose between his own personal redemption and saving the ancient world from certain destruction.
by Rainier on Oct. 9, 2007 @ 8:15 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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It was never really a secret, but
Free Radical's website has made it official. "Featuring even more crazy characters, devastating weapons and heart pounding hot sweaty action. It's funny, it's frantic and it'll do things you've never seen before! No, not naked girls, even better than that! No details yet, the monkeys have a loaded banana pressed against our skull, but this game will take the first person shooter to gaming nirvana. Save the world or die laughing, Timesplitters 4 is coming to getcha!"
by Rainier on Oct. 9, 2007 @ 7:25 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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High Impact Games is working on a new installment in the Ratchet & Clank series, but this time Clank is going solo. As it has not yet officially been announced details are thin, but in Secret Agent Clank, Ratchet has been imprisoned and you have to clear his name by going all James Bond spy-like.
by Rainier on Oct. 9, 2007 @ 6:14 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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A game of tactics, combat-heavy action, and decision making, Space Siege is an all-new science fiction themed action-RPG. At your disposal will be futuristic weapons and armor, cybernetic upgrades and a robotic partner that you can customize and command.
by Rainier on Oct. 9, 2007 @ 9:52 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Interactive Data Visualization has signed a licensing agreement with Sierra Entertainment to use SpeedTree software solutions to enhance outdoor environments in a number of new (World in Conflict) and upcoming Sierra Entertainment titles.
by Rainier on Oct. 9, 2007 @ 2:17 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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In the bold and often-bloody Dead Space, developed by EA's Redwood Shores Studio, gamers will step into a third-person sci-fi survival horror experience that promises to deliver the ultimate in psychological thrills and gruesome action.
by Rainier on Oct. 9, 2007 @ 2:01 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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The journey in The Sims 2 Castaway begins when your Sims are washed ashore on an uncharted tropical island, and must overcome the forces of nature, craft tools for survival, and explore their surroundings to unravel the island's mysteries.
by Rainier on Oct. 9, 2007 @ 1:45 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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SpongeBob's Atlantis SquarePantis follows SpongeBob and the rest of the Bikini Gang as they leave Bikini Bottom and journey to the legendary city of Atlantis. Players will discover the treasures of Atlantis, while experiencing new game mechanics and multiplayer features.
by Rainier on Oct. 8, 2007 @ 1:34 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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In Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games players will compete in events (100m track, table tennis, swimming etc.) that take place in venues based on the official Beijing 2008 Olympic Games, against a supporting cast of characters from the worlds of both Mario and Sonic, including Luigi, Knuckles, Yoshi, Tails and more.
by Rainier on Oct. 8, 2007 @ 12:05 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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EA is introducing a new Need for Speed version that drives the series in a new direction. Need for Speed ProStreet is a ground-breaking Need for Speed experience where you’re thrust to compete head to head against the best street racers in a multitude of racing showdowns.
by Rainier on Oct. 8, 2007 @ 3:45 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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The BBFC rejected and ultimately banned Manhunt 2 in June, but it has now also turned down a revised version of the video game. 2K Games had set in motion an appeal to the Video Appeals Committee against that decision, and this was suspended while the revised version was considered for classification.
by Rainier on Oct. 6, 2007 @ 12:17 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Medal of Honor Heroes 2 is designed completely from the ground up for the Wii and PSP. Just like the recent Madden 08 announcement, the Wii edition will include an all-new mode that simplifies gameplay for players of all skill levels.
by Rainier on Oct. 5, 2007 @ 12:50 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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In its seventh consecutive year, the Academy of Interactive Arts and Sciences (AIAS) announced today the 2008 dates, new facility and early line-up of speakers and sponsors for its upcoming D.I.C.E. (Design, Innovate, Communicate, Entertain) Summit.
by Rainier on Oct. 5, 2007 @ 2:36 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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The maiden voyage of Square Enix's Star Ocean RPG series embarks upon the PSP with brand-new features and stunning original animated sequences.
by Rainier on Oct. 4, 2007 @ 1:30 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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EA is introducing a new Need for Speed version that drives the series in a new direction. Need for Speed ProStreet is a ground-breaking Need for Speed experience where you’re thrust to compete head to head against the best street racers in a multitude of racing showdowns.
by Katarani on Oct. 4, 2007 @ 4:12 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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A mysterious black dragon suddenly appears and begins destroying the kingdom that Valen resides in. The dragoneers fight back, but are powerless against the black dragon’s fearsome strengths. Valen, who survives the attack, is ordered to protect the elemental dragons and find out what the monster is after.
by Rainier on Oct. 3, 2007 @ 6:44 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Empire of Sports is an MMORPG built entirely around sport, designed to allow players around the world to simultaneously exist in an online universe, where their alter egos socially interact, train, compete, attend events and acquire the goods and services they need to build a parallel sporting existence.
by Rainier on Oct. 2, 2007 @ 2:57 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Inspired by the forthcoming Winter Olympics, RTL Winter Sports 2008 will see gamers cut through gates, punch through turns and slip through gliding phases as they strive to become number one.
by Rainier on Oct. 1, 2007 @ 5:44 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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WH40K: Squad Command features action-packed combat and turn-based strategy through an engaging, authentic single-player storyline, where you play as the elite Space Marines of the Ultramarines chapter and strive to combat the encroaching evil of the daemonic forces of Chaos through 13 missions.
by Rainier on Oct. 1, 2007 @ 1:33 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Crave Entertainment will publish the first videogame based on the Fox Searchlight motion picture Napoleon Dynamite, featuring familiar characters including Kip, Uncle Rico, Pedro, Tina the llama, and of course, Napoleon himself.
by Rainier on Oct. 1, 2007 @ 9:48 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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With new modes and team play, Tetris Splash introduces even more exciting, enjoyable ways to play this classic favorite. As easy to learn as it is addictive, it's equally fun for the casual player and the seasoned Tetris pro!
by Rainier on Oct. 1, 2007 @ 9:28 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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In Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games players will compete in events (100m track, table tennis, swimming etc.) that take place in venues based on the official Beijing 2008 Olympic Games, against a supporting cast of characters from the worlds of both Mario and Sonic, including Luigi, Knuckles, Yoshi, Tails and more.
by Rainier on Oct. 1, 2007 @ 12:00 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Weird Worlds: Return to Infinite Space is a grand space opera that will take you from a down and out starship captain to an amazing intergalactic hero whose renown travels light speed ahead of you! The v1.22 patch fixes some sound issues, while the demo is a fully playable 10 year "pirate mission" with the pirate corvette and the small starmap.
by Rainier on Sept. 29, 2007 @ 12:58 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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The Chronicles of Spellborn is an MMORPG set in the Enclave of the Five Sacrifices. Developed by Dutch studio Khaeon Games, previously known for Alpha Black Zero, Spellborn uses the Unreal 2.5 Engine. Spellborn's El 'Selachii' Drijver tells us more about the skills, combos and bodyslots. A lengthy read ...
by Rainier on Sept. 28, 2007 @ 1:55 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Dungeon Explorer is based on the acclaimed action series made originally for the TurboGrafx console. This completely revamped and re-envisioned game captures all the action RPG glory of the original, as well as expanding on the multiplayer elements that made the game so popular.