by Rainier on Sept. 14, 2009 @ 3:45 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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The Wizard of Oz: Beyond the Yellow Brick Road is an RPG inspired by the beloved tale of Dorothy and her magical journey through the Land of Oz, showing a unique new perspective on what happened after reaching the end of the Yellow Brick Road.
by Rainier on Sept. 14, 2009 @ 2:33 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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The Wii console’s Nintendo Channel is getting a makeover, as today the channel, which provides users with videos and information about current and upcoming Nintendo products, re-launches with a new look and feel. Some of the upgrades include higher-quality streaming videos, lists of top games that other viewers recommend and a new ability to rate and recommend NDS games.
by Rainier on Sept. 14, 2009 @ 2:09 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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U-Sing offers people of all ages the chance to sing all the hits from Universal Music including all the classics through to the latest popular songs. In addition to the songs, U-Sing will also offer all the original music clips. U-Sing will feature a different song list for each territory based on the country’s most popular local and international artists and will offer players the opportunity to download additional songs in the future.
by Rainier on Sept. 14, 2009 @ 12:42 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Vogster Interactive's CrimeCraft, powered by the Unreal Engine 3, is an MMO that combines the action of a tactical shooter with the strategy of an RPG. Set in a modern world you take part in the political, economical and social life of a big city.
by Rainier on Sept. 14, 2009 @ 12:13 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Combining the perfect blend of arcade and simulation basketball along with a host of unique mini-games, NBA 10 The Inside delivers an engaging NBA experience with quick action and fluid gameplay.
by Rainier on Sept. 14, 2009 @ 12:04 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Craft of Gods is a MMORPG with a huge world to explore, monsters and legendary creatures, crafting and housing. 6 different races and a system of free growth with more than 200 different abilities.
by Rainier on Sept. 14, 2009 @ 11:38 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Shattered Suns is a new science-fiction, real-time strategy game with unique features such as three-dimensional battles, a moving battlefield, player-designed units, unique economic challenges and an interactive campaign.
by Rainier on Sept. 14, 2009 @ 11:32 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Rage of the Gladiator is a first person fantasy fighting game where you control a gladiator, fighting for your life in an arena. Armed with your magical warhammer and a trusty shield, you must defeat fantastic bosses including a Chimera, Beholder, and a Dragon.
by Rainier on Sept. 14, 2009 @ 11:18 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Nintendo added a VC, two NDSi, and three WiiWare titles to the Shop Channels. Nintendo owners with online access can redeem Points to download: Texas Hold’Em Poker, Spaceball: Revolution, Mart Racer (Wiiware), Art Academy: First Semester, Oscar in Toyland (NDSiWare), and Crash ‘N The Boys Street Challenge (VC).
by Rainier on Sept. 14, 2009 @ 9:58 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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In Divinity II: Ego Draconis you will take on the role of a young Dragon Slayer and ultimately become a Dragon Knight, a legendary hero with unique abilities. Discover a detailed world full of twists and turns in which your actions can make a real difference.
by Rainier on Sept. 14, 2009 @ 9:34 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Batman: Arkham Asylum is a 3rd-person action game powered by the Unreal Engine 3, that exposes players to a unique, dark and atmospheric adventure that takes them to the depths of Arkham Asylum – Gotham's psychiatric hospital for the criminally insane. The Insane Night Map Pack will offer gamers two new Challenge Maps to hone their FreeFlow Combat skills and test their Invisible Predator prowess.
by Rainier on Sept. 14, 2009 @ 9:27 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Fight for world domination in the all-new C&C Red Alert 3 Commander’s Challenge! Do you have what it takes to withstand the brutal onslaught and relentless taunting of the world's toughest commanders? The action game classic Bubble Bobble returns as an Xbox LIVE Arcade game in BUBBLE BOBBLE Neo! Encase your enemies in bubbles with the bubble-spitting dragon Bub!
by Rainier on Sept. 14, 2009 @ 9:25 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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a boy and his blob returns with an all new game play experience! True to the NES version, playing the boy, you feed your Blob jelly beans and watch it transform into cool and useful objects to solve puzzles and escape danger. With its robust and emotionally driven story, challenging puzzles, and visually impressive art style, a boy and his blob is nothing short of a heartwarming experience.
by Rainier on Sept. 14, 2009 @ 9:02 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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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 Sept. 14, 2009 @ 8:03 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Star Wars: The Old Republic will let you explore an age thousands of years before the rise of Darth Vader when war between the Old Republic and the Sith Empire divides the galaxy. Choose to play as Jedi, Sith, or a variety of other classic Star Wars roles, defining your personal story and determining your path down the light or dark side of the Force.
by Rainier on Sept. 14, 2009 @ 7:52 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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For the first time ever, you can customize the makeup of your band with any combination of instruments in-game: two guitars and two drums, or three guitars and a microphone, etc. while also adding new gameplay mode. Italy is the ultimate victor of the GH5 ’Jump In Jump Out’ Challenge, cementing a new world record for the largest number of participants (594) to play in a single GH session over a 24-hour period.
by Rainier on Sept. 14, 2009 @ 7:37 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Carrier Command: Gaea Mission is based on the original Carrier Command released in 1988, fully licensed and endorsed by its creators, and strives to deliver innovative and intense gameplay in a truly next-gen rendition.
by Rainier on Sept. 14, 2009 @ 6:40 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Majesty 2: The Fantasy Kingdom Sim will focus on reinventing many aspects of the original game, updating the franchise for the 21st Century. A key element that will permeate the game is the charm and humor of the original Majesty.
by Rainier on Sept. 14, 2009 @ 6:34 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Endless Ocean 2 explores life under the ocean, allowing you to take photos, catalogue species you encountered, play a tour guide, or discover hidden treasures, and features multiplayer so you can dive in with a friend, but beware of the predatorial animals added to the mix.
by Adam Pavlacka on Sept. 14, 2009 @ 5:51 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Set 50 years after the climactic events of the original Red Faction, this third-person, open-world action-shooter will return to Mars and once again redefine the limits of destruction-based gameplay. The PC edition will include the Demons of the
Badlands DLC, six Wrecking Crew maps and the two new game modes (Bagman/Team Bagman) from the
Multiplayer Pack, two multiplayer maps previously only for pre-orders, as well as two PC exclusive maps.
by Rainier on Sept. 14, 2009 @ 5:42 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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DJ Hero expands Guitar Hero's signature social gaming to all-new consumers with the addition of diverse music genres including hip-hop, R&B, Motown, electronica and dance. Electronica outfit Daft Punk has teamed up with Activision to not only contribute 11 tracks but the duo will also be available as in-game characters and have their own stage featuring some of their real life show props.
by Rainier on Sept. 14, 2009 @ 5:30 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles: The Crystal Bearers provides a fresh take on the Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles series as it combines the storytelling depth, expansive world and graphical quality of Final Fantasy with motion-driven, real-time action gameplay.
by Rainier on Sept. 14, 2009 @ 5:08 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Another day, another batch of games shipped to stores. Instead of giving them all their own posts, we grouped them, and so far there are announcements for:
- Mario & Luigi: Bowser’s Inside Story (NDS)
We will update this throughout the day when new announcements become available. Read more for details ...
by Rainier on Sept. 14, 2009 @ 4:34 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Real Warfare: 1242 is a realistic real-time strategy game based on authentic historic events, inviting you to experience the glorious times of princes, knights and vast battles. The player's goal is to direct Alexander Nevsky through meticulously recreated historic battlegrounds and achieve the greatest of victories by repelling the attacks of Teutonic and Swedish knights, bringing Lithuania to peace and eliminating every single invader in 1242.
by Brian Dumlao on Sept. 14, 2009 @ 4:26 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Phantom EFX's Darkest of Days, using 8Monkey Labs' proprietary Marmoset game engine, is a story-rich, first-person shooter presenting an intriguing story of time-travel to some of the darkest periods in the history of mankind.