by Rainier on Oct. 8, 2009 @ 8:01 a.m. PDT | Filed under
News
Dragon Age: Origins represents BioWare’s return to its roots, delivering a fusion of elements from existing fantasy works with emotionally-driven narrative, heart-pounding combat, powerful magic abilities and credible digital actors.
by Rainier on Oct. 8, 2009 @ 7:52 a.m. PDT | Filed under
News
Mercenary Wars is a free-to-play, online military FPS game with unique customization features and an innovative stat system. From a museum filled with treasures to an overthrown Mosque, to a restaurant with secret meeting rooms, the dynamic maps of Mercenary Wars ensure unique and varied challenges at every turn.
by Rainier on Oct. 8, 2009 @ 7:45 a.m. PDT | Filed under
News
Embark on your adventure to become the one mighty ruler of them all and take control of vast worlds, sprawling towns and cities or even control the world's horrific monsters to wreak havoc on your cowering enemies.
Last month Codemasters announced it would no longer support Archlord while Webzen would be picking up the slack, and now it has ...
by Rainier on Oct. 8, 2009 @ 7:25 a.m. PDT | Filed under
News
With an extensive range of features Runes of Magic prepares to redefine the standard of free-to-play MMO games. Even at the beginning Runes of Magic conveys its absorbing story in over 2,000 quests embedded in an atmospheric world.
by Rainier on Oct. 8, 2009 @ 7:21 a.m. PDT | Filed under
News
Redesigned and adapted specifically to take advantage of Xbox Live Arcade, players will be able to experience Tower Bloxx Deluxe in HD quality while playing through six unique game modes. You can go head-to-head in Battle Multiplayer mode with up to four players and employ power-ups on other players to increase your chance of winning, or play cooperatively and reach for the skies together as a team.
by Rainier on Oct. 8, 2009 @ 7:08 a.m. PDT | Filed under
News
The world of SAGA Online is a traditional fantasy setting populated by characters such as elves, orcs, dragons and giants. It is a free-of-charge, persistent massively multiplayer online real-time strategy game where players get to create their own realms, do battle or trade with one another, or set out on cooperative quests with their friends in order to earn experience and loot.
by Rainier on Oct. 8, 2009 @ 6:58 a.m. PDT | Filed under
News
The power of the wind is once again in the palm of your hand as you wield your Wii Remote to use the elemental powers of Enril the Wind Spirit to protect and guide the young boy Toku to save Toku’s mother, lift an ancient Curse and thwart the evil Balasar.
Experience the rush of battle as you wage intensive aerial duels in Suguri, one of the most unique hybrid shooter/fighter titles ever created. Showcasing beautifully rendered designs, innovative weaponry, rapid-fire combat gameplay action and a cool techno-trance soundtrack, Suguri is a must-have, must-play indie game.
by Rainier on Oct. 8, 2009 @ 6:07 a.m. PDT | Filed under
News
RACE On will target PC owners with a bit of petrol in their blood and comes with a very strong selection of new challenging content including the tracks and cars from WTCC season 2008 which turned out to be the most competitive championship ever.
by Rainier on Oct. 8, 2009 @ 12:00 a.m. PDT | Filed under
News
Greed is a merciless hack 'n' slash action-RPG and features all ingredients to create an enthralling classic. The player will need to fight his way through masses of critters, robots, aliens and many other exotic adversaries while collecting unique items and skills thus leveling up your character.
by Rainier on Oct. 8, 2009 @ 12:00 a.m. PDT | Filed under
News
Responding to consumer feedback from the online games played, FIFA Soccer 10 will deliver a new standard for authenticity with gameplay refinements and innovations that will make it the most complete and intelligent simulation of soccer.
by Rainier on Oct. 8, 2009 @ 12:00 a.m. PDT | Filed under
News
L4D2 promises to set a new benchmark for cooperative action games, adding melee combat to enable deeper cooperative gameplay, with items such as a chainsaw, frying pan, axe, baseball bat, and more. While Valve was preparing for the worst, and making a censored edition of the game, it seems
the OFLC has changed its mind and granted Left 4 Dead 2 the MA 15+ rating after it was
banned last month.
by Rainier on Oct. 8, 2009 @ 12:00 a.m. PDT | Filed under
News
Conquest! Medieval Realms is a turn-based game where the objective is to conquer up to 7 opposing players (either AI players or other human players) by defeating their armies and capturing their lands.
by Rainier on Oct. 8, 2009 @ 12:00 a.m. PDT | Filed under
MOTD
Today was filled with work as usual but nothing special. Good thing it was nice and sunny out, which made the day go by quickly.
I decided to take a little break from CrimeCraft and play a little Red Faction Guerrilla. Killing EDF and hammering away at buildings is quite fun!
Two press events down, one fell through, and one more Vegas trip to go. We'll have some preview coverage and a bunch of interviews for you shortly, depending on the embargo dates.
Watched the latest episode of "House," which was good stuff. I didn't think Chase had the stones to do what he did. The Aussie wuss surprised!
by Rainier on Oct. 7, 2009 @ 8:33 p.m. PDT | Filed under
News
L4D2 promises to set a new benchmark for co-operative action games, adding melee combat to enable deeper co-operative gameplay, with items such as a chainsaw, frying pan, axe, baseball bat, and more. Scavenge mode pits humans vs. various infected, with the human team retrieving as many of the 16 gas cans to fill up generators within 90 seconds. Each successful usage adds 20 seconds, and players switch sides after three rounds. The team that wins the most games is victorious.
by Rainier on Oct. 7, 2009 @ 8:00 p.m. PDT | Filed under
News
Expect all the laughs and witty banter of a Ratchet and Clank title, as you enjoy all-new space gameplay that gives players the opportunity to engage in space battles, explore the surrounding star system, and discover hidden items and collectibles. The Collector’s Edition comes in a special foldout digipack containing a 3D lenticular cover, an artwork book, and a code to download a special level that resembles the layout of the Insomniac Games’ offices.
by Rainier on Oct. 7, 2009 @ 6:16 p.m. PDT | Filed under
News
R-Type Tactics, also known as R-Type Command, is a deviation from the usual shoot'em up genre into the tactical/RPG genre, giving you a chance to see all the units and enemies up close and personal, in 3D, while adding 2 player vs mode. R-Type Tactics II changes the conflict from humans vs. aliens to humans vs. humans and adds a slew of all-new units and abilities.
by Rainier on Oct. 7, 2009 @ 4:32 p.m. PDT | Filed under
News
Experience a new type of strategy and arcade game. Fence off parts of the battlefield to corner your enemies. You are knight Fortix, the sole hope for the desolate and tortured land of Fortiana to become the fertile land that it was before. Collect catapults and power-ups to besiege the fortresses and take on dragons.
by Rainier on Oct. 7, 2009 @ 3:22 p.m. PDT | Filed under
News
Mount & Blade: Warband is geared to raise the level of intensity of the original Mount & Blade, incorporating a brand new multiplayer feature that enables up to 64 players to fight for glory on a single map in team deathmatch style battles. Previously scheduled fro Q1 2010, Paradox has set the official release date for March 19, 2010.
by Rainier on Oct. 7, 2009 @ 2:55 p.m. PDT | Filed under
News
Need for Speed Nitro will have players of all skill levels hooked from the moment they get into the action, while arcade racing fans will be exhilarated by the deep and challenging gameplay.
by Rainier on Oct. 7, 2009 @ 1:24 p.m. PDT | Filed under
News
While there have been a few new titles since, original creator Jordan Mechner has not been involved in the series since 2003's PoP: The Sands of Time, but he has been working on the upcoming motion picture starring Jake Gyllenhaal. Trademark detectives SA have uncovered that
Mechner recently filed Prince of Persia The Forgotten Sands, and Ubisoft character modeler Marc-Antoine senecal's CV stated that, since Aug. 2009, he
has been working on "the new Prince of Persia game," which
in the meantime has been changed to "Working on the best game ever."
by Rainier on Oct. 7, 2009 @ 1:01 p.m. PDT | Filed under
News
Atari announced the appointment of former Spicy Horse CEO/Founder Anthony Jacobson as Vice President of Business Development and former THQ/EA producer Pierre Hintze as Vice President of Product Development.
by Rainier on Oct. 7, 2009 @ 1:00 p.m. PDT | Filed under
News
Poised to feature the most authentic, entertaining and compelling simulation of WWE programming to date across multiple videogame platforms, WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2010 will introduce inspiring creative and online freedom, significant franchise improvements and a comprehensive roster of today’s most prominent WWE Superstars and Divas.
by Rainier on Oct. 7, 2009 @ 11:45 a.m. PDT | Filed under
News
Formed by Bungie alumni Michel Bastien, Damián Isla, and Rob Stokes, Moonshot is dedicated to exploring the uncharted spaces of high-quality downloadable games, bringing to those worlds our years of experience with AAA productions.
by Rainier on Oct. 7, 2009 @ 11:07 a.m. PDT | Filed under
News
For the first time, players will have the ability to physically play the game using an innovative motion sensing skateboard controller, allowing for unprecedented freedom and movement. Tony Hawk: RIDE focuses on innovation and fun, bringing the action-sports franchise to the forefront with cutting-edge technology for the hardcore fans and accessibility for the mass audience.