by Rainier on Oct. 9, 2003 @ 9:30 a.m. PDT | Filed under
News
Metropolis Software has released a demo for their upcoming tactical shooter Gorky Zero (to be published by Jowood). The demo is in Polish, but since its a shooter non-polski people should manage just fine, features a virtual training level and one full mission (
thanks gamers.nl). Read more for download links ...
by Thomas on Oct. 9, 2003 @ 4:58 a.m. PDT | Filed under
News
Gotham Games a publishing label of Take-Two announced today that Conflict: Desert Storm II - Back to Baghdad for the PlayStation2 computer entertainment system, the Xbox video game system from Microsoft, and PC has shipped to retail outlets in North America. The game follows up on the successful title Conflict: Desert Storm, which sold over 750,000 units in North America since its launch in September 2002. Conflict: Desert Storm II captures all of the intense, third-person squad-based action of the original and builds on it as players command U.S. Delta Forces or British SAS over the sands of Iraq to crush what remains of Saddam's evil regime.
by Mark Crump on Oct. 9, 2003 @ 2:52 a.m. PDT | Filed under
Reviews
Just when you thought you'd covered it all -- five massive continents, the moon, and the homes of the gods themselves -- a new series of adventures leads you into some of Norrath's greatest sources of speculation and mystery. The story that began in Broken Skull Rock now yields new clues about an event threatening to change the face of Norrath. Assist a band of adventurers on their quest to unearth long-hidden artifacts of power from forgotten dungeons, secret catacombs, and long-buried ruins. A mystery is unfolding and a new age of exploration and adventure has begun!
by Rainier on Oct. 9, 2003 @ 1:15 a.m. PDT | Filed under
News
Earlier today we got invited to check out Namco's upcoming titles during their Gamers Day. We saw quite a few interesting titles from which we will have preview in the coming days, but in the meantime check out new screens for the follow games :
- Breakdown
- I-Ninja
- Kill.Switch
- Spawn: Armageddon
- First Strike: Grant City Anti-Crime
- R-Racing Evolution
by Rainier on Oct. 8, 2003 @ 7:08 p.m. PDT | Filed under
News
EA has released information about what we can expect in the upcoming C&C Generals v1.7 patch (and the corresponding Zero Hour v1.01 patch). No specific release date has been set, but it should be "coming in the next few weeks." (
thanks Bluesnews) Read more for a detailed fix list ...
by Rainier on Oct. 8, 2003 @ 6:36 p.m. PDT | Filed under
News
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.” Read more for 50+ new screens or check the new trailer...
by Rainier on Oct. 8, 2003 @ 5:52 p.m. PDT | Filed under
News
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 :
- Front Mission 4 - Trailer
- Dungeon Siege: Legends of Aranna - Trailer
- Max Payne 2 - Trailer
We will update this throughout the day when new trailers become available. Read more for download links ...
by Rainier on Oct. 8, 2003 @ 5:37 p.m. PDT | Filed under
News
THQ has released a patch for their recently released FPS game Warhammer 40,000: Fire Warrior.
by Rainier on Oct. 8, 2003 @ 10:48 a.m. PDT | Filed under
News
CDV Software Entertainment announces that "Combat Mission 2: Barbarossa to Berlin" Special Edition for the PC is available in retail stores.
by Rainier on Oct. 8, 2003 @ 10:32 a.m. PDT | Filed under
News
Ubisoft has teamed up with Peter Gabriel to add a distinctive sound to its Myst franchise of games. Gabriel will provide the song, "Burn You Up, Burn You Down" for the November release of Uru: Ages Beyond Myst and the world-renowned artist will also provide an original composition for the next game in the series. Myst is one of the most widely recognized game brands in history, with more than 12 million copies sold worldwide.
by Rainier on Oct. 8, 2003 @ 10:17 a.m. PDT | Filed under
News
Vivendi Universal Games today announced that thousands of additional gamers will have the opportunity to participate in the public beta test for The Lord of the Rings: War of the Ring (War of the Ring), their upcoming real-time strategy game due to be released on November 4th. Read more for details ...
by Rainier on Oct. 8, 2003 @ 9:42 a.m. PDT | Filed under
News
Vivendi Universal and General Electric Co. have reached an agreement to merge the French company's Hollywood studio, cable TV networks and theme parks with GE's NBC business, creating a media giant with about $13 billion in annual revenue. Read more if you are interested in financial numbers & news....
by Rainier on Oct. 8, 2003 @ 9:22 a.m. PDT | Filed under
News
Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time takes place within an exotic, mysterious world representing Persian architecture, animals and attire. After his father invades the palace of the Maharajah, the Prince, tricked by a treacherous vizier, uses a magic dagger to release the dangerous Sands of Time from an ornate hourglass. With the aid of a beautiful, mysterious, and potentially untrustworthy ally, players embody the Prince to recapture the Sands of Time and restore peace to the land. Check out the new screens ...
by Rainier on Oct. 8, 2003 @ 9:06 a.m. PDT | Filed under
News
Ascaron has released a demo for their upcoming trading/strategy game Tortuga: Pirates of the New World (distributed by Encore as Pirate Hunter in North America). This German demo features the first scenerio from the complete game, and although it is a strategy game, some guess work will be in order (
thanks 3DGamers). Read more for download links ...
by Rainier on Oct. 8, 2003 @ 8:54 a.m. PDT | Filed under
News
Experience a Jurassic Safari, confront an evil Skeleton Army and relive the Golden Age of Rock & Roll! RollerCoaster Tycoon 2 is taking gamers back through history and forward to the future in the all-new expansion pack, RollerCoaster Tycoon 2: Time Twister. Read more for some fresh screens ...
by Rainier on Oct. 8, 2003 @ 2:04 a.m. PDT | Filed under
News
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 some PS2 & Xbox screens, as well as a trailer sjowing off some in game footage.
by Rainier on Oct. 8, 2003 @ 1:57 a.m. PDT | Filed under
News
Ground Control 2 : Operation Exodus takes place during the year 2741 AD, roughly 300 years after the events in the original game. The democratic and freedom caring Northern Star Alliance (NSA) is being hard pressed by the warmongering Terran Empire. The war has recently entered a new stage; a brutal and deadly ground war, as the Empire has managed to land their first troopships on the last NSA controlled planet – Morningstar Prime... Read more to check out some new screens ...
by Eric on Oct. 8, 2003 @ 1:49 a.m. PDT | Filed under
Reviews
The third installment of Microsoft Game Studios’ exclusive football title for Xbox, 'NFL Fever 2004,' redefines the console football gaming experience. Gamers will be impressed with the features of this latest version of 'NFL Fever,' with revamped artificial intelligence (AI) including significant offensive and defensive adjustments, animated NFL coaches roaming the sidelines offering situational analysis, a brand-new offensive playbook, totally reworked stadium models and 'Read and Lead' advanced passing.
by Thomas on Oct. 7, 2003 @ 11:24 p.m. PDT | Filed under
News
Earlier today VU Games president of international operations, told Reuters the source code theft would result in a four month delay (Valve, though, has not confirmed that delay), pushing Half-Life 2 back to April 2004 (
story). Now
CNN reports following:
When hackers broke into the computing system of Valve Software, they stole more than just the source code to Half-Life 2. They also stole enough game maps and other components to put together a playable build of the game. Today, five days after the first leak, they have released that build.
Today's release of a playable version of the game brings Vivendi's comments from earlier today into question. Ramboz told Reuters "a third of the source code was stolen". However, with the stolen game now out, it's possible a more complete version of the source code was taken...
by Thomas on Oct. 7, 2003 @ 11:04 p.m. PDT | Filed under
News
PC.IGN let us know that Commandos 3: Destination Berlin from Eidos has received gold status and is heading to production. While this applies to both the German and English versions of the game, the only shipping date confirmed is for Germany, where the game is set to ship October 24.
by Rainier on Oct. 7, 2003 @ 9:14 p.m. PDT | Filed under
News
Halo Dedicated Server 1.02 has been released; it adds the ability to run multiple instances of the server on a single machine, and enables RCON functionality (you can remotely control the server, without needing direct access to the machine). Gearbox and Bungie are making this available tonight, so that folks running dedicated servers can be prepared when the client patch goes live, DO NOT INSTALL THIS YET, nobody will be able to play on your server. Simply get it to your server tonight, so that you're ready when the switchover occurs tomorrow. The mapfiles are not included, they will be released tomorrow, for those who don't already have them.
by Rainier on Oct. 7, 2003 @ 8:17 p.m. PDT | Filed under
News
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 :
- War Of The Ring - Good & Evil Trailer
- Total Club Manager 2004 - Trailer
- Metal Arms: Glitch In The System - Trailer
- Korea: Forgotten Conflict - Trailer
- Hunter The Reckoning Redeemer - Trailer
We will update this throughout the day when new trailers become available. Read more for download links ...
by Rainier on Oct. 7, 2003 @ 6:10 p.m. PDT | Filed under
News
Shortly after the demo, Cinemaware/Capcom sends word that they have released the first patch for their recently released 3D action strategy Robin Hood: Defender of the Crown. This upgrade brings your retail game to v1.01 and addresses 3 minor bugs. Read more for details and download links ...
by Rainier on Oct. 7, 2003 @ 5:59 p.m. PDT | Filed under
News
In this gritty and darkly humorous 3rd person action adventure, players join the courageous Brotherhood of Steel, whose mission is to maintain peace in the grim post-apocalyptic world of Fallout. Battling raiders, mutants and a host of radioactive nightmares, players attempt to save the scattered remnants of the human race. Life is hard, mutation is rampant and the closet thing to law and order is the fusion-powered pistol that you carry on your hip. Read more for some juicy & exclusive screens, wallpapers and some new trailers ...
by Rainier on Oct. 7, 2003 @ 3:28 p.m. PDT | Filed under
News
After a long exclusivity period, Cinemaware has finally released the demo for their 3D action strategy remake "Robin Hood: Defender of the Crown". This is a limited DEMO version which covers the introductory part of the game, the player can play the entire Sherwood Forest sequence and try to defeat the Sheriff. It ends once you open up to England.. Read more for download links ...