by Andrew Hayward on May 1, 2007 @ 5:50 a.m. PDT | Filed under
Editorials
To shine a light on the better releases of each month, we have come up with the monthly Spotlight feature. Having scoured the release lists for the upcoming month, we picked the titles that we believe have the most potential to satisfy your gaming needs across all platforms and genres. Without any further ado, here are our recommendations for May 2007.
by Rainier on May 1, 2007 @ 5:34 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Wild Arms Crossfire, also known as WildArms XF, is a fantasy turn-based strategy/RPG that will test your reflexes by having you react within seconds depending on what enemy you will be facing next. No official announcement yet, Wild Arms XF is scheduled in Japan later this year.
by Rainier on May 1, 2007 @ 2:25 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Sony Computer Entertainment announced the arrival of the PSP camera, Go!Cam, promising bring the creativity of film, photos and the fun of PSP together to create a camera for all ages and all occasions.
by Rainier on May 1, 2007 @ 1:30 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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In Manhunt 2 an experiment at a secret research facility has gone catastrophically wrong. Daniel Lamb and Leo Kasper are the only surviving subjects. The Pickman Project will stop at nothing to hunt them down and stop the truth from getting out.
by Rainier on April 30, 2007 @ 3:55 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Eidos Interactive announce a brand new puzzle title for Nintendo DS, SPY-Q, developed by Razorback Developments, taking the player on a series of puzzle-solving spy missions, each designed to stretch even the keenest minds to their limit.
by Rainier on April 30, 2007 @ 10:28 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Dragoneer’s Aria, developed by Hit Maker, provides compelling storytelling with flawless transition between adventure and battles. Players can now battle enemies as a team through PSP's ad-hoc function. Up to four players can play at the same time.
by Rainier on April 30, 2007 @ 5:12 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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PaRappa The Rapper for the PSP system stays true to its stylish flattened animation technique and gameplay, combining fun and vibrant characters with hip music and a humorous storyline.
by Rainier on April 30, 2007 @ 4:21 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Silent Hill makes its handheld debut with a brand new adventure that reveals many of the series' most hallowed secrets. Assuming the role of a lone truck driver trapped in Silent Hill while making a routine delivery, players must escape the city's horrific inhabitants and confront the strange hallucinations that have haunted him since childhood.
by Rainier on April 30, 2007 @ 2:27 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Final Fantasy Tactics is a fantasy turn-based strategy, ported from the 10 year old PSOne game, but with added features such as new characters, exclusive jobs, and added cinematics. No official announcement yet, but Square Enix plans on bringing it to North America.
by Rainier on April 29, 2007 @ 2:33 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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In Manhunt 2 an experiment at a secret research facility has gone catastrophically wrong. Daniel Lamb and Leo Kasper are the only surviving subjects. The Pickman Project will stop at nothing to hunt them down and stop the truth from getting out.
by Jeremy Wood on April 29, 2007 @ 1:38 a.m. PDT | Filed under
Reviews
Test Drive Unlimited challenges players online to experience the most exotic and fastest vehicles on more than 1000 miles of diverse Hawaiian roads. Gamers win races, challenges, missions and tournaments to earn credits and purchase new cars, bikes, rare performance parts, clothes, apparel, homes and garages.
by Rainier on April 27, 2007 @ 10:58 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Speedball 2 transforms the futuristic game setting with the help of state-of-the-art technology into a high-speed online sports spectacle. Offering international leagues, a large-scale ranking system and a virtual marketplace, Speedball 2 pulls all the registers of modern multiplayer gaming action.
by Rainier on April 27, 2007 @ 10:48 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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In development by Cyanide Studio, the new Pro Cycling Manager/Tour de France 2007 for PC strives to create the ultimate in sports simulation, while still being approachable to newcomers to the series. The PCM series expands its reach by making its debut on the PSP.
by Rainier on April 26, 2007 @ 2:24 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Based on Sony Pictures Entertainment's Columbia Pictures' upcoming feature film, Spider-Man 3 allows players to experience the actions of heroic red-suited Spider-Man and, for the first time ever, his darker, more mysterious black-suited persona.
by Andrew Hayward on April 26, 2007 @ 5:15 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Crash's arch-nemeses, Neo and Nina Cortex, have mutated the creatures of Crash's island into monstrous abominations! Never one to shirk from danger, our orange furry friend finds that with his potent mix of wacky bravado and daredevil action he is able to hijack the titanic monsters and wield their immense powers against each other!
by Rainier on April 26, 2007 @ 3:09 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Prepare for lift ff as Namco Bandai takes gamers above the clouds and deep into the unknown in Space Station Tycoon, allowing gamers to become moguls in their own galactic empire as they customize stations all over the galaxy while maximizing their income.
by Rainier on April 25, 2007 @ 4:03 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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That Sony is bringing the God of War franchise to PSP is no longer a secret, and while details are still nil, the final title has been revealed. God of War: Chains of Olympus will be an all-new game that is a continuation and fleshing-out of the PS2 version, with no rehashing of old assets.
by Rainier on April 25, 2007 @ 2:17 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Based on Sony Pictures Entertainment's Columbia Pictures' upcoming feature film, Spider-Man 3 allows players to experience the actions of heroic red-suited Spider-Man and, for the first time ever, his darker, more mysterious black-suited persona.
by Rainier on April 24, 2007 @ 2:57 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Alien Syndrome is a fast-paced action-RPG set in a stunningly imaginative sci-fi universe, offering a dramatic and engaging single-player campaign, plus a hugely re-playable co-op multiplayer mode where up to 4 players can delve into the daring quest.
by Rainier on April 24, 2007 @ 1:46 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Crazy Taxi: Fare Wars is an all-new twists to the classic Crazy Taxi experience including multiplayer modes that allow two people to play co-op or competitively, including the original Dreamcast games, Crazy Taxi and Crazy Taxi 2.
by Geson Hatchett on April 24, 2007 @ 12:20 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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After Burner: Black Falcon is the first arcade-style flight combat title for the PSP, combining intensive air combat with explosive gameplay, whilst allowing players to relive the experience of the classic After Burner arcade game.
by Rainier on April 23, 2007 @ 2:04 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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In Diner Dash, you play the restaurant entrepreneur Flo, out to work her way up to the top of the food service industry. The game blends fast-paced action puzzles with a build-your-restaurant-empire theme through over 40 different levels.
by Rainier on April 23, 2007 @ 9:49 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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After months of denial, SCEA finally dropped the retail price of the PSP
last month, and now it seems Sony Europe is following suit. To "celebrate the PS3 launch," the PSP will now be sold at £129.99 (£149.99 before) in the UK, and 169 Euros in the rest of Europe, effective May 4. Five new Platinum titles debut at £14.99: Ridge Racer 2, Tekken: Dark Resurrection, Killzone: Liberation, LocoRoco, and MotoGP.
by Rainier on April 23, 2007 @ 9:19 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Black Bean Games' SBK-07: Superbike World Championship 07, developed by Milestone, promises to deliver a thrilling, accessible and engaging racing experience for both Superbike and race fans alike...
by Rainier on April 23, 2007 @ 9:16 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Take flight on a perfectly recreated World War II aircraft! Revive the most exciting air battles like Pearl Harbor directly from your cabin. A deep history setting and realistic briefing sessions make this game a true simulation. Choose to fly in simulation or arcade mode.