by Rainier on Aug. 12, 2003 @ 10:22 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Namco Hometek Inc. announced today the launch of a Web site for kill.switch, the innovative new military shooter shipping in October 2003 for Sony PS2 and the Xbox. Currently
the official Kill.Switch website provides visitors with a taste of what’s to come with a selection of screens and trailers showcasing the realistic cover tactics and and awesome firepower packed into the game’s ultimate combat experience. Also included is some basic information on game features, including kill.switch’s sophisticated A.I. and 15 action-packed scenarios. If you haven't yet, you can also check our recent
Kill.Switch preview!
by Rainier on Aug. 12, 2003 @ 9:13 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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SEGA of America, Inc. today announces the launch of "Virtua Fighter 4 Evolution," the next iteration of its blockbuster fighting franchise, which celebrates its 10th Anniversary this year. Exclusively for the PS2, "Virtua Fighter 4 Evolution" ships to retail with two new characters, updated graphics, and new modes, prompting top gaming enthusiast publication Gamepro to recommend that "every fighting fan must have this game." In addition, "Virtua Fighter 4 Evolution" packs a punch with a low suggested retail price of $19.99.
by Rainier on Aug. 12, 2003 @ 12:23 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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For true soccer fans who demand the finest gameplay and in-depth game modes, FIFA Football 2004 is the most complete and authentic soccer experience. A new Career mode gives players the chance to take a team from the lower divisions, battle through ranks, sign new players, and turn them into champions. The action is deeper than ever with advanced levels of player detail and responsiveness. With immersive atmospheres, benchmark presentation, total realism with the world's premier clubs, and industry-leading gameplay, FIFA returns as the true authority in soccer gaming. Check the new screens ...
by Rainier on Aug. 12, 2003 @ 12:03 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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DreamCatcher Games announced that it has shipped Agassi Tennis Generation on the PS2 in North America. This follows the successful launch on Game Boy Advance. Andre Agassi is the world's number one tennis player, and also one of the most successful, exciting and flamboyant. Now gamers can experience what it's like to be a tennis icon and play like Andre!
by Rainier on Aug. 11, 2003 @ 4:50 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Freestyle Street Soccer returns to grass roots and allows rival gangs to gain respect and supremacy in urban environments. Jumpers and oil drums replace goalposts and rules are well and truly left on the sidelines as the pitch is transformed into a battleground for the duration of the match. No offsides and limited boundaries ensure flowing gameplay and fierce, frantic competitive matches. Read more for a fresh batch of screens ...
by Rainier on Aug. 11, 2003 @ 3:09 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Get ready to dust the baddies! Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Chaos Bleeds has gone gold and will be available at your local videogame retailer on August 26, 2003! A new trailer will be available tomorrow!
by Rainier on Aug. 11, 2003 @ 12:02 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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At the heart of Victorian England, Curse immerses the player in a terrifying adventure which will have them rubbing shoulders with the supernatural. Everything is against them... even the most insignificant of objects will come alive to try and eliminate them. An action game packed with terror and suspense due for release in october 2003 on XBox and PS2, PC. Read more for details ...
by Rainier on Aug. 11, 2003 @ 10:09 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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X-Men: Legends features favorite characters from the powerhouse Marvel franchise in an immersive action RPG. The story begins when the X-Men learn that Magneto, their greatest adversary, has devised a plan to give mutants the power to reign supreme over humans. The X-Men are then forced to battle Magneto to prevent global chaos and stop their foes from imprisoning the human race. Check the new screens ...
by Rainier on Aug. 11, 2003 @ 9:52 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Ubi Soft Entertainment today announced that the company's Paris studio is currently developing a brand new game from the popular Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon series - exclusively for the PS2. Scheduled to ship for the late 2003, Tom Clancy's Ghost ReconTM: Jungle Storm is poised to become the latest success story in a series of hit Tom Clancy games from Ubi Soft. Read more for details and the first screens ...
by Rainier on Aug. 11, 2003 @ 9:45 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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The secrets behind this year's most eagerly awaited Australasian videogame - and the name of the new game - are at last being revealed with New Zealand's Stacey Jones being given a starring role. Available on PS2, PC and X Box, "Rugby League" has been in the making for over 12 months and has seen the NRL and program developers Sidhe Interactive inundated with requests and suggestions from fans, right down to the best name for the game. Read more for details and new screens ...
by Rainier on Aug. 11, 2003 @ 12:46 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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SWAT: GST is a first-person tactical arcade game combining the strategic elements of SWAT 3 with the instantly accessible arcade action of the Virtua Cop series. Like the real-life SWAT organization itself, the SWAT Global Strike Team is a life-saving organization tasked with defending and saving the lives of the innocent. As a member of the SWAT Global Strike Team gamers will be called to duty at a moment’s notice, confronted with missions unlike any see before. Check these new Xbox & PS2 screens ..
by Rainier on Aug. 11, 2003 @ 12:16 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Time Crisis 3 marks the return of Namco's premier light-gun shooting franchise. Compatible with the GUNCON2 light-gun, this fast-paced shooter delivers superior shooting action and supreme excitement. A new weapon select system enables players to chose from 4 weapons (machine gun, hand gun, shotgun and grenade) and optimize their game play strategy. Time Crisis 3 includes the original arcade game as well as console-exclusive game modes. Sniper combat provides intense and lethal sharp-shooting action, sure to be a winning combination for this popular franchise. Read more for a few new screens ...
by Thomas Wilde on Aug. 10, 2003 @ 2:01 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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kill.switch™ is an innovative military shooter that emphasizes realistic cover tactics and awesome firepower for the ultimate experience in combat gaming. Featuring the unique Offensive Cover System, and utilizing the Blindfire combat mechanic, kill.switch demands the use of conventional warfare tactics, forcing players to utilize surrounding environments, and quickly adjust on-the-fly through each intense and challenging mission.
by Thomas Wilde on Aug. 10, 2003 @ 1:32 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Silent Hill 3 continues the series' trademark brand of psychological horror and terrifying gameplay. As a teenage girl named Heather, players must explore and unravel the mysterious connection between the god-forsaken town and her inner fears. With enhanced graphical detail, a more complex storyline, and even more grotesque monsters than the previous games, Silent Hill 3 promises to be the best horror adventure ever. Read more to find out whether it kept its promise ...
by Rainier on Aug. 9, 2003 @ 11:55 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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The follow up game to the popular Budokai game is coming to the PS2 this December. Budokai has a new look with its sleak Cell Shaded characters and environments. Fast and furious action that holds true to the original Budokai. All new game modes and options. Be prepared for one intense fighting game. Some catchup screens for your Sunday pleasure ...
by Rainier on Aug. 8, 2003 @ 4:13 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Spawn, based on Todd McFarlane’s best-selling comic book character, is a 3-D action/adventure game, where Spawn is caught between factions in the battle of Good vs. Evil. Players will encounter a variety of enemies through more than 30 interactive and destructible environments, as Spawn struggles to break free of the controlling forces of Heaven and Hell. The game will feature all of Spawn’s distinctive abilities including superhuman strength, hand-to-hand combat techniques, an arsenal of weaponry, Hell Powers, and his living symbiotic costume. Read more for some new screens ...
by Rainier on Aug. 8, 2003 @ 4:09 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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I-Ninja is an adrenaline-charged adventure game. An ultra-cool ninja with major attitude meets extreme sports game play, I-Ninja is the consummate warrior who has spent years mastering his weapons and honing his skills. In true gravity defying game play, I-Ninja can scale buildings, "shred" on extreme rails, hover great distances with a "sword copter", ride drifting roller spheres and utilize specialized manga-style ninja moves to navigate through each dynamic environment. Check these new screens ...
by Rainier on Aug. 8, 2003 @ 4:06 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Leave the politics to someone else - Take over the world! From arid deserts to frozen mountain ranges, troops from different armies are being deployed in an all-out effort to take over the world. Now the premier wartime strategy game of generals makes its debut on today's next-generation game consoles. Read more to check out a fresh batch of screens ...
by Rainier on Aug. 8, 2003 @ 3:59 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Judge Dredd vs. Judge Death will feature a unique new storyline, but one that fits in perfectly with the continuity of the comic with a full cast of characters from the Judge Dredd stories, including Judge Anderson and the Dark Judges, and many of the famous Mega-City One locations. Read more to check out some screens for each platform ...
by Thomas on Aug. 8, 2003 @ 10:13 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Frogger's Adventures The Rescue goes beyond Firefly Swamp and brings a multiplayer mode to Frogger fans for the first time on next generation platforms. The series' famous "hop-n-dodge" gameplay return as Frogger travels across seven diverse worlds, searches for clues to solve challenging puzzles and avoids menacing enemies... This title is set to recreate the classic Frogger formula complete with a new 4-player mode. Check out eight new screenshots successfully cross the road below!
by Thomas on Aug. 8, 2003 @ 6:10 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Midway Games Inc. announced today that it will make Midway Arcade Treasures, the first next-generation console offering of more than 20 classic arcade games, available for hands-on demonstrations at the 2003 Classic Gaming Expo. Midway Arcade Treasures is scheduled to ship in fall 2003.
Midway Arcade Treasures features hundreds of hours of classic gameplay action from all-time arcade favorites including the fast-paced action of Spy Hunter, the multiplayer collaboration of Gauntlet, the space-age adventure of Defender and the dueling combat of Joust, just to name a few.
by Thomas on Aug. 8, 2003 @ 1:36 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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KOEI Ltd. today announced that the next title on the Radar is 'Naval Ops: Warship Gunner' which will launch in Europe in autumn 2003... Read more for all details!
by Thomas on Aug. 7, 2003 @ 9:04 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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RISK, the game of global domination, makes its debut on PlayStation2 computer entertainment system. Using the same hands-on military planning found in the original RISK board game, players now see battles come to life. Each battle brings the chance for victory, as well as advice from historic military leaders as they earn medals and special bonus content for strategic accomplishments. This product will deliver a truly unique way to play the RISK game and provide an ideal social experience for up to six players in Multiplayer mode and online. Built on a proven combination of strategy and luck, the RISK video game delivers unmatched replayability and a fun, competitive experience... We'll take the risk that you'd like these 17 PS2 screenshots below.
by Thomas on Aug. 7, 2003 @ 5:53 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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It's animals gone wild with Eidos' Whiplash! Today, Eidos is pleased to announce the launch of their brand spankin' new Whiplash website. On this site you'll find tons of fun with a BRAND NEW TRAILER (it's pure animal anarchy!), a free t-shirt offer, wallpapers and more. Head out now and visit the Whiplash website at
www.whiplashgame.com. This autumn get ready to help our furry fugitives Spanx and Redmond BUST IT UP in Whiplash.
by Thomas on Aug. 6, 2003 @ 9:53 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Gladius follows the grand saga of two young heroes, Ursula and Valens, as they recruit and train a team of warriors to contend in the fiercely competitive gladiator games. The game supports both single and multiplayer modes and is expected to release spring 2003 on PlayStation 2, Xbox and GameCube... Apparently inspired by "the brutal and spectacular gladiator battles of the ancient world". And not a certain movie...Read more for more gladiatorial screenshots, this time with the power bars on and everything.