by Thomas on Oct. 10, 2002 @ 5:01 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Following the successful launch of its first PC version, Microids and the ATP are proud to present its newest version, Tennis Masters Series 2003, now available on Xbox. The stadiums have 25,000 polygons. In fact, here, count 'em in these five screenshots together with the features!
by Thomas on Oct. 10, 2002 @ 2:55 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Video game players can experience the ultimate skating challenge with the release of Activision, Inc. Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 4 video game, which is currently in manufacturing and is set to ship in North America on October 23, 2002. Early reviews indicate that the sequel to the #1 action sports video game in 2001 is on track to continue its winning run having received a score of 5 out 5 from GamePro Magazine.
by Thomas on Oct. 10, 2002 @ 10:09 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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After three years hiding in the shadows, Monster Studios comes out from under the bed ready to grab the gaming world by its ankles. An award-winning developer of more than 70 gaming titles, Monster Studios founder Jeff Tunnell, formerly executive director and founder of Dynamix, has assembled a software development team of monstrous talent with the mission to "create cool games and have a blast."
by Thomas on Oct. 10, 2002 @ 8:58 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Electronic Arts announced today that the signup date for the multiplayer test of Command & Conquer Generals has changed. Signups will now begin Friday, Oct. 11 at 8 a.m. PST, and will close at 11:59 p.m. that evening. Command & Conquer Generals will be published by EA under the EA GAMES brand this winter.
Signups will be held through
http://generals.ea.com/. Anyone who signs up for the public test must meet the minimum system requirements to be eligible for selection. Those requirements will be posted on the public test sign up page of the official Command & Conquer Generals Web site.
Michael Schumacher Racing World Kart 2002 is a very fast and highly enjoyable game that invites gamers to step behind the wheel of racing karts and experience the incredible speed and excitement behind the sport where Schumacher’s successful racing career began. Did the game score a pole position or did it crash'n burn? Read more to find out!
by Rainier on Oct. 10, 2002 @ 3:24 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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The offical Postal 2 web site has posted up a new movie in both Windows Media and QuickTime format showing off
gameplay footage from the upcoming Unreal engine powered first person shooter from Running With Scissors. (
thanks HomeLan)
by Rainier on Oct. 10, 2002 @ 2:27 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Dragon's Lair 3D: Return to the Lair will release this November on Xbox/PC. The game is an ALL-NEW, 3D adventure based on the classic arcade game by legendary animator, Don Bluth. Bluth is well-known throughout animated film circles, creating such classics as the Secret of Nimh, An American Tale and the Land Before Time. He has lent his expertise in film to Dragon's Lair 3D, creating a truly cinematic experience for gamers. Bluth calls Dragon's Lair 3D, "The closest thing to controlling an animated film." Not only does the game include the highest quality graphics and gameplay, but also includes a new plot twist from Bluth and company and original score. Today we serve up an interview with Dragons Lair 3D creator 'Don Bluth' and a few screens to go with it ...
by Rainier on Oct. 10, 2002 @ 1:38 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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The U.S. Army began distributing nationwide this week America's Army: Operations, a computer game with a first-person-perspective action where players enter into virtual military service defending the United States. Designed to communicate information about Army opportunities, adventures, challenges and training, the free game CD has shipped and is starting to appear at local Army Recruiting stations, ROTC detachments and Army events listed at www.americasarmy.com and www.goarmy.com.
by Rainier on Oct. 10, 2002 @ 12:20 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Robin Hood, a new game of tactics and action, thrusts players into an amazing and realistic medieval environment where they are hauled from the depths of Sherwood Forest to the ramparts of Nottingham Castle. A lot of people have been asking about the main differences between Robin Hood and Desperados. Spellbound has therefore kindly provided us with a JPEG slide show with relevant information regarding this.
by Rainier on Oct. 9, 2002 @ 9:53 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Some NOLF2 users are still experiencing difficulty after the 1.1 patch. Read more for detailed instructions for users to get their game running in case the patch doesn't resolve the problem.
by Rainier on Oct. 9, 2002 @ 5:52 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Macintosh and PC users alike have begun testing the latest Beta version of World War II Online, the world’s first virtual battlefield available through Strategy First, Playnet and Cornered Rat Software. Read more for details and a few new screens ...
by Thomas on Oct. 9, 2002 @ 4:17 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Matchbox Cross Town Heroes takes place in a dynamic interactive world in which players take the wheel and courageously drive Matchbox Search and Rescue vehicles into the heart of the emergency action. Each world will also have bonus mini games and puzzles, along with more than 50 different characters, animals and creatures.
by Thomas on Oct. 9, 2002 @ 3:22 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Midway Games Inc. a leading software industry publisher and developer, announced today that Metropolis recording act - KMFDM - and Black Black recording act - Trigger - have provided videogame-exclusive songs for Defender, an all-new 3-D version of the popular 1980s arcade classic. Defender is currently in development and scheduled to ship October 21, 2002, for the PlayStation 2 computer entertainment system, with releases for the Xbox video game system from Microsoft, Nintendo GameCube and Game Boy Advance to follow in November 2002.
by Thomas on Oct. 9, 2002 @ 3:15 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Sigil Games Online, Inc. today announced that Steve Clover, co-author of the original "EverQuest" design and lead programmer on the original project, has accepted the position of Senior Programmer with the company. With over 13 years of experience in the game industry, Clover adds his expertise to Sigil's growing team of all-star massively multiplayer online game developers.
by Thomas on Oct. 9, 2002 @ 2:56 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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EA today announced that it has begun to ship in North America its new character-based action game, TY the Tasmanian Tiger for the PlayStation 2 computer entertainment system, the Xbox video game system from Microsoft and Nintendo GameCube. The game drops players into the richly animated, 3D backdrop of Australia, where as the boomerang-wielding TY character, players will go "down under" for a variety of Outback-themed adventures.
by Thomas on Oct. 9, 2002 @ 12:54 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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EA’s first The Lord of the Rings action adventure game will allow players and fans of the movies to relive the most memorable moments from the first two films, “The Fellowship of the Ring” and “The Two Towers.” Players can take control of the motion picture trilogy’s main action heroes: Aragorn, Legolas and Gimli, with other members of the Fellowship taking an active role during gameplay. Today you can find
15 NEW PS2 screens on factornews. Njoy!
by Rainier on Oct. 9, 2002 @ 10:44 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Ubi Soft Entertainment announced an agreement to extend its partnership with Cyan Worlds, Inc. to develop and publish new games for the Myst franchise through 2008. The deal ensures that Rand Miller, co-creator of Myst and founder of Cyan Worlds, Inc., will continue to play a central role in helping Ubi Soft develop the Myst series. It also furthers Ubi Soft’s ability to produce and market games for a wide audience.
by Rainier on Oct. 9, 2002 @ 10:32 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Blitzkrieg is an exciting real-time strategy game set in World War II. Similar to Sudden Strike, this game allows the player to command Allied, Russian or German troops. However, it also provides entirely new tactical opportunities thanks to its 3D terrain and units. A random mission generator and extensive multiplayer features guarantee long-lasting enjoyment even after completing the 3 great campaigns. Historically more accurate than Sudden Strike and with a large number of new units and adaptable difficulty levels, Blitzkrieg is all a wargamer's heart desires. Today we score a trailer showing off some in game action and cutscenes, read more for links!
by Rainier on Oct. 9, 2002 @ 7:52 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Tom Clancy’s Splinter Cell will release in time for the lucrative Christmas 2002 market exclusively on Xbox, with a PC version to appear by the end of the year. Xbox is the lead development platform for the game, which has been designed to take full advantage of the advanced graphics and sound capabilities of Xbox. Tom Clancy’s Splinter Cell will also feature online elements using the recently announced Xbox Live service. Today we serve up a new trailer showing off some stealth restaurant action. Read more for links where to grab it ...
by Rainier on Oct. 9, 2002 @ 5:43 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Sub Rebellion is a fast-paced 3-dimensional submarine exploration shooter.
by Rainier on Oct. 8, 2002 @ 11:30 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Electronic Arts posted an all-new video showcasing the PS2 version of Tiger Woods PGA Tour 2003 earlier today. Tiger Woods PGA Tour 2003 shows off 14 courses spanning six of the world’s most well known courses (Pebble Beach Golf Links, Tournament Players Club at Sawgrass, The Royal Birkdale Golf Club, Princeville, Torrey Pines, Poppy Hills, Spyglass Hill and Tournament Players Club at Scottsdale), a selection of 17 PGA Tour professional golfers, and an all-new gameplay mode called ‘Play Now’, a mode in which players are faced with 18 competitive scenarios. The video shows us some action from Vijah Sing and Kellie Newman on Scottsdale (thanks Gamespy). Read more for links where to grab it ..
by Rainier on Oct. 8, 2002 @ 10:37 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Today we serve up 4 new screens from Bluebyte's second mission addon for their best selling title, Settlers4 : The New World. The new mission cd will add 4 new campaigns including all new singpleplayer and multiplayer maps.
by Rainier on Oct. 8, 2002 @ 9:14 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Right on – it’s summertime! Our favorite kids from Ocean Shores are looking forward to the best summer yet and, more importantly, to the Annual Ocean Shores Surf Contest. But as Otto, Reggie, Twister and Sam finally reach the beach they make a startling discovery - most of the sand is missing, and the surf contest has been postponed . . . indefinitely! Local town officials announce there is nothing to fret. The head of a mysterious new robotics company, Mr. A.I. Golem, vows to get to the bottom of the missing sand. However something’s amiss and the kids aren’t buying into Golem Inc.’s generosity. It’s now up to our sand sleuths to figure out who’s stealing the sand from Ocean Shore’s beach! Some screens for the Gameboy Advance and Gamecube version .. Njoy!
by Rainier on Oct. 8, 2002 @ 8:53 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Zapper is an action-packed and addictive game that starts with the “avoid-em-up” game play mechanics of Blitz Games’ own Frogger 2: Swampy’s Revenge, and then takes the action to a whole new level. In this action-adventure game, Zapper (a cricket) hops his way through six interactive worlds in a quest to find his brother, held captive by the evil magpie queen. Dangerous traps and even more dangerous enemies await Zapper. It will take fast-footed skill and timing to conquer all the worlds and survive the final showdown with the magpie queen. Recently gone gold, shipping this week so read more for links where to grab the demo and check it out!
by Thomas on Oct. 8, 2002 @ 4:43 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Mario, Nintendo's mustachioed plumbing hero, has bounced on to NINTENDO GAMECUBE establishing his debut game on the system - Super Mario Sunshine - as a smash hit with sales of over 175,000 units across Europe during the first weekend on sale.