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SpectraVideo are about to launch their new Logic3 Gamecube Starter Pack in time for Christmas. This pack contains the GC Game Pad, 4Mb memory card, 1.8meter joypad extension cable and a hard shell Gamecube disk holder capable of holding up to 12 disks out of their cases.
'NASCAR Thunder 2003' - Demo Available NOW
by Thomas on Nov. 26, 2002 @ 5:01 p.m. PST | Filed under News
NASCAR Thunder 2003 surrounds you with the emotion, sound, fury, and risks of the high-speed, high-drama career of a NASCAR star. Feel the adrenaline rush, intensity, and passion of being a NASCAR driver on a quest to become a NASCAR Winston Cup Series champion. Take on various real-life scenarios, complete with dramatic pileups, walls of smoke, and constant door-to-door, three-wide racing, to test your nerve and improve your racing skills. Build a racing legacy over the course of 20 drama-filled seasons. This demo contains the Talladega Superspeedway track and is 82MB to download. (We previously posted some screens here). Read more for download links and details ...
'Attack of the Silver Ball' - Demo Fix Patch
by Thomas on Nov. 26, 2002 @ 3:43 p.m. PST | Filed under News
It seems that the recent pinball demo, Attack of the Silver Ball, from RoundHouse Entertainment had a bug, where the camera would get "stuck" in the Mafia Madness table. Today they updated their site with a 358KB patch that will solve this problem. Find out more and download here!
'Bomberman' (PS2) Hits The Road
by Thomas on Nov. 26, 2002 @ 2:57 p.m. PST | Filed under News
Konami of Europe is delighted to announce the first fruits of its acquisition of leading Japanese developer Hudson Soft, with the release of Bomberman Kart for PlayStation 2 in Q1, 2003. The publisher will also be unveiling additional Hudson titles, with Pinobee for PSone and Pinobee and Phoebee for Game Boy Advance to follow later in the year.
Royal Aero Club Trust Bursary
by Thomas on Nov. 26, 2002 @ 2:47 p.m. PST | Filed under News
The Royal Aero Club Trust, a British charity whose patron is HRH the Duke of York, has launched a bursary scheme for young people as part of its Flying for Youth programme. Money for real flight training is available for young people who wish to upgrade their existing qualification in a wide range of aviation-related activities, from paragliding to building and flying model aeroplanes – or even 'upgrading' from simulated flying to the real thing!
'Xbox Live' Green Light On 30th November
by Thomas on Nov. 26, 2002 @ 2:44 p.m. PST | Filed under News
As the Xbox Live consumer beta draws to a close, thousands of gamers in the UK, France and Germany have had the chance to experience the fun and excitement of the only comprehensive online game service fully dedicated to fast-action, always-connected broadband gaming experiences. And now the fun really begins, as the Xbox Live Test Drive starts its engine and gets ready for the green light on 30th November.
GBA Review - 'Defender Of The Crown'
by The Cookie Snatcher on Nov. 26, 2002 @ 9:38 a.m. PST | Filed under Reviews
This is the Age of Chivalry! A time of lusty wenches and black-hearted villains. King Richard has been murdered and England is thrown into civil war! Amidst the ringing clash of steel and the thunder of charging steeds the bold Saxon knights have chosen you to lead them into battle against the hated Normans. Does the all time classic merit a port to the GBA, or should it have stayed a part of gaming history? Read more and find out ..
'Enix' & 'Square' Announce Merger
by Rainier on Nov. 26, 2002 @ 6:05 a.m. PST | Filed under News
Noticed on GamePRO that Enix announced early today that, effective November 26, they will begin to merge operations with Square to form Square Enix, a brand-new company created to compete in the world gaming marketplace on the same level as America and Europe's large third parties. The two companies aim to complete the merger by April 1, 2003 and will aim to build a new firm that will produce 80 billion yen ($656 million) in sales and 15 billion yen ($123 million) in profit by fiscal 2005.
Game Composer Recreates Disney Magic On Small Screen
by Rainier on Nov. 26, 2002 @ 5:39 a.m. PST | Filed under News
Billy Martin, the award-winning composer whose outlets include such media icons as Walt Disney Pictures, Universal, Fox, the Cartoon Network, Nickelodeon and ABC, has created the music for a trio of animated games centred on Disney’s feature film Treasure Island, which opens in theaters nationwide on November 27.
No One Lives Forever 2 - Update Patch & Map Pack Now Available
by Rainier on Nov. 26, 2002 @ 1:45 a.m. PST | Filed under News
Sierra has just released the 1.2 Update for No One Lives Forever 2, adding multiplayer deathmatch mode, dedicated server support and a host of other updates. This version is required for online play. Sierra simultaniously released the first map pack which includes a set of new maps not included with the No One Lives Forever 2 CD-ROM. Map Pack #1 requires installation of the 1.2 Update. Read more for details and links where to grab the goods ...
'Total Immersion Racing' - Demo Available NOW
by Rainier on Nov. 26, 2002 @ 1:35 a.m. PST | Filed under News
Total Immersion Racing is a driving game with an emphasis on the highest quality driving technology linked to compelling and immersive gameplay. Empire Interactive has just released a playable demo of Total Immersion Racing, giving you the opportunity to try out this modern racing simulation. The Total Immersion Racin lets you race two different cars in Single-Lap and Time Trial modes on the Monza and Talheimring tracks. Read more for links where to grab the goods ...
'Trailer Park Tycoon' Ships To Stores
by Rainier on Nov. 26, 2002 @ 12:47 a.m. PST | Filed under News
Seems today the majority of the news is shipping new. Jaleco Entertainment announced that Trailer Park Tycoon, the new resource management game for the PC, ships to stores in North America today (Tuesday).
CDV Ships 'Cossacks: Back To War' To North American Stores
by Rainier on Nov. 25, 2002 @ 8:01 p.m. PST | Filed under News
CDV Software Entertainment today announced that the historical real-time strategy game "Cossacks: Back to war" is now available in stores. "Cossacks: Back to War" includes all of the strategic power and pageantry of the original real-time strategy bestseller "Cossacks: European Wars" as well as the first expansion pack "Cossacks: The Art of War," and adds two new playable nations - Switzerland and Hungary.
'Spyro: Enter the Dragonfly' Ships For PS2
by Thomas on Nov. 25, 2002 @ 5:53 p.m. PST | Filed under News
Universal Interactive, Inc. a studio of the Games division of Vivendi Universal Publishing (VU Games), announced that it will ship on November 29th “Spyro: Enter the Dragonfly” for the PlayStation2 computer entertainment system to retailers nationwide. “Spyro: Enter the Dragonfly” was developed by Equinoxe Digital Entertainment and is rated E for Everyone by the ESRB.
Magical 'Harry Potter' On The 'Thrustmaster' Website
by Rainier on Nov. 25, 2002 @ 5:48 p.m. PST | Filed under News
Thrustmaster Europe has just send us word that they have updated their website with some serious magical content. Thrustmaster just unveiled their Happy Potter accessories lineup for the PS2, PSOne, Gamecube, GBA and GBC. Ranging from gamepads, console bags, memory cards, and more, all with the Harry Potter theme. Go check it out and see what they have in store for you!
THQ Delivers 'Must Have' Videogames For Holiday Season (ALL)
by Thomas on Nov. 25, 2002 @ 2:45 p.m. PST | Filed under News
THQ is delivering its most comprehensive lineup to date this holiday season. From core gamer content like "Red Faction II" and "WWE SmackDown! Shut Your Mouth" for the PlayStation 2 computer entertainment system to games that target the more mass market game playing audience like "SpongeBob SquarePants: Revenge of the Flying Dutchman" and "Hot Wheels Velocity X," THQ is offering great gameplay for every segment of the expanding videogame market.. Read more to check out what THQ's 2002 holiday lineup includes!
'Galerians : Ash' (PS2) - Screens
by The Six Billion Dollar Man on Nov. 25, 2002 @ 9:23 a.m. PST | Filed under News
The sequel to the classic “survival horror” game Galerians, Galerians: ASH brings a new quest-driven thriller to the PS2 that continues the series’ masterful blend of horror and science-fiction. Six years has passed since Rion discovered his own identity as an artificial being, yet succeeded in destroying the genocidal Mother Computer Dorothy before perishing himself. Now reactivated by Lilia, Rion awakens to find that Dorothy managed to execute one final catastrophic program, rendering a new evil crew to finish her goal of human annihilation. Check out this new batch of screens...
Blizzard Insider Issue #11
by Thomas on Nov. 25, 2002 @ 9:20 a.m. PST | Filed under News
We received latest issue from Blizzard and all essential information about Blizzard Entertainment and the games it develops. Check out the links below:
- Blizzard DVD Collection - Just in time for the holidays, Blizzard has released a collection of its cinematic DVDs to specialty software stores nationwide.
- The Making of The Lost Vikings - Interview with Mike Morhaime
- Insider Offer: Saliva Giveaway - Island recording artists Saliva is giving Blizzard Insiders a chance to win a free PC-compatible Apple iPod and more.
- Interview with Keith Parkinson - Insider caught up with him at his San Diego residence recently to talk about art, his advice for aspiring artists, and the creation of "The Final Stand":
- Blizzard Mail - There are several questions that are burning a hole in the Blizzard Mail Bag, so they thought they tackle a few of them.
'American McGee's Oz' Revealed For PC/XB
by Thomas on Nov. 24, 2002 @ 7:48 p.m. PST | Filed under News
Carbon 6 has announced its first project 'American McGee's Oz'.. American McGee puts his signature touch on another classic children's tale. This time the Lands of Oz are visited in a prequel adventure to the original books that will take you on a colorful journey through a unique world filled with dozens of interesting characters and stories. "Oz offers a diverse world and large range of characters to explore and meet." said American from his Hollywood design studio, "I'm really excited to be working with such rich material and amazing technology." Oz is being produced for the Microsoft Xbox and PC and is scheduled for release some time in 2004. The Oz soundtrack is being produced by Media Ventures. A line of Oz toys will be hitting store shelves soon. A book and film deal are to be announced.
'Rollercoaster Tycoon 2' - Demo
by Thomas on Nov. 24, 2002 @ 7:02 p.m. PST | Filed under News
Tiscali Games got a demo of Rollercoaster Tycoon 2 posted on their site. It's 68.5MB to grab, but its well worth it if you do not have the full game yet.
Gamers Shut Out In Asheron's Call 2 Billing Mess
by Thomas on Nov. 24, 2002 @ 6:53 p.m. PST | Filed under News
The Register report that after the launch of Microsoft's new multiplayer game - Asheron's Call 2 Fallen Kings - in the US and Canada has been mired in controversy after the giant software company admitted that the game is only available to subscribers in nine countries. Thousands of people around the world currently play Asheron's Call 1, an online role-playing game where players inhabit a 3D fantasy world. And many of this hardcore group of gamers have pre-ordered copies of the new game from Web sites outside of their own country. Now, many are up in arms after the launch of the latest much-anticipated game in North America, the game's producer has admitted that it cocked-up.
'IGI 2: Covert Strike' - Screens
by Rainier on Nov. 23, 2002 @ 9:46 p.m. PST | Filed under News
IGI 2: Covert Strike sees the return of IGI’s award-winning stealth-based first-person shooter action and continues the modern warfare and espionage theme of the original. The covert missions continue the career of David Jones, a former SAS soldier, now working freelance for the secret organisation, codenamed ‘IGI’. The spiralling plot will take Jones through Russia, across Libya and into China in three linked campaigns, as he infiltrates a wide variety of locations including military airbases, harbours and secret government installations. Each mission expands the plot and is sequenced with impressive animated scenes that continue to absorb the player in the game’s carefully constructed narrative..
'Summoner: The Prophecy' (NGC) - Features & Screens
by Rainier on Nov. 23, 2002 @ 9:31 p.m. PST | Filed under News
On a storm-swept ship, the adventure begins.You are the Queen of Halassar. Thousands have fought and died for you. Millions adore you as the “goddess reborn.” Your fate is written in the Book of the Prophets. You are the savior of all creation. But your enemies are strong. The King of Galdyr wants you dead. Sinister factions plot your downfall. The armies of Urath march on your borders. Below Munari City, the mysterious Unseen weave a dark conspiracy. And now one of your own has betrayed you. A thief robs your inner sanctum. Intrigue lures you to the Midnight Sea. In a howling tempest, your destiny begins to unfold. 18 new screens for you to enjoy!
'SW: Clone Wars' - MultiPlayer Modes Revealed & Screens
by Thomas on Nov. 23, 2002 @ 12:27 p.m. PST | Filed under News
Star Wars: The Clone Wars gives you a front row seat of the legendary conflict where you control the outcome. Hold on to your controller, this is one intense ride. Today LucasArts revealed the multiplayer modes for The Clone Wars.. Read up on Conquest, Control Zone, Jedi Academy and Duel multiplayer modes and view exclusive screenshots from each!
'New World Order' - Update Patch Available NOW
by Rainier on Nov. 22, 2002 @ 11:21 p.m. PST | Filed under News
Termite Games and Project3 Int. have just released the first patch for their just released team-based first-person shooter, New World Order. This upgrade brings your retail game to v1.1 and addresses a bunch of bug fixes and adds some gameplay tweaks and multiplayer improvements. Read more for detailed fix list and links where to grab the goods ...