by Thomas on June 28, 2002 @ 4:49 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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UK Development Company, Vulcan Software, are proud to announce the release of the first two worlds of their simplistically complex puzzle game, Timekeepers, for the PC platform. The psychotic Emperor Zorg has hidden a multitude of nuclear devices throughout 4 unique time zones of Earth's history. Our only hope lies with an elite military force Known as the Timekeepers. Your mission is to guide a platoon of 14 brave timekeeper soldiers, through the 15 treacherous levels Of each world, all riddled with complex puzzles, obstacles and traps, in order to locate, and disarm, the nuclear devices.
by Thomas on June 28, 2002 @ 1:55 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Computer and video game publisher Gathering of Developers, a subsidiary of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. along with Triumph Studios announced today that "Age of Wonders II: The Wizards Throne" has now shipped also to stores throughout Europe. By wisely choosing alliances, building forces, researching the magical arts and resources in the game, players can dominate the land and ultimately restore order in their quest for the Wizard's Throne.
by Rainier on June 28, 2002 @ 1:36 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Altar Interactive is developing a PC game for which old school strategy fans are hungering. UFO: Aftermath combines small squad tactical combat and global strategy pitting the player against an alien threat. The game looks and feels similar to X-COM and Jagged Alliance, but also has interesting new features such as simultaneously planned turn-based combat, randomly generated tactical missions, strong role-playing elements, and an alien setting complete with powerful technologies and unique abilities. Check these 8 new screens!
Get behind the wheel of the world's most famous monster trucks with a brutal arsenal of weapons and go head-to-head in savage vehicular combat. Jump in, hold on, and grind it out through interactive arenas with multiple sub-levels, tricks, traps, and surprises. Play for total carnage as you master your tricks in six modes of play including a Freestyle session and the no-holds-barred Championship mode where your rewards pay off in the ultimate in monster truck destruction.
by Rainier on June 27, 2002 @ 11:36 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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THQ today announced the release of MX Superfly featuring Ricky Carmichael for Nintendo GameCube. Developed by THQ subsidiary Pacific Coast Power & Light Co., the latest installment in the successful franchise features expanded career modes, mini-games, top-notch pros, unbelievable stunts and the first ever freestyle track editor. MX Superfly featuring Ricky Carmichael is now available at major retail outlets nationwide for GameCube and the PS2.
by Rainier on June 27, 2002 @ 7:29 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Produced by Hideo Kojima and directed by Shuyo Murata, The 2nd Runner takes interstellar combat to epic extremes! As the battle rages across deep space, cityscapes, enemy fortresses and beyond, fans will find plenty of new heroes & enemies, scenarios, and gameplay to test their mettle.
by Rainier on June 27, 2002 @ 7:35 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Interplay and Journeys, a leading teen footwear lifestyle retailer, announced today a national promotion showcasing Interplay's highly-acclaimed game Hunter: The Reckoning exclusively for the Xbox. The promotion will start July 1, 2002 in 560 Journeys stores nationwide and will feature a contest and special offers from Journeys footwear and other sponsors.
by Rainier on June 26, 2002 @ 8:55 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Headfirst Productions & Vivendi have released a patch for Simon the Sorcerer 3D upgrading their 3D adventure game to v2.0. Read more for some details and links where to grab it. (
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by Thomas on June 26, 2002 @ 8:22 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Midway Sports Asylum, the action-sports brand of leading software industry publisher and developer Midway Games Inc. announced today that Gravity Games Bike: Street. Vert. Dirt., an all-new and unique entry into the action-sports bike-riding genre, will ship tomorrow for the PlayStation 2 computer entertainment system.
by Rainier on June 26, 2002 @ 6:46 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Mythic Entertainment, creator of the multiple award winning massively multiplayer online role-playing game (MMORPG) Dark Age of Camelot, today announced that design work has begun on its next-generation MMORPG, code-named Imperator. The game is being developed exclusively by Mythic Entertainment and is designed to be a radical departure from the current generation of online games.
by Rainier on June 26, 2002 @ 6:27 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Eidos Germany has announced Frontline Attack: War over Europe, a 3D real-time strategy game in the works at Poland-based development teams In Images and Reality Pump. Frontline Attack: War over Europe uses the Earth III engine known from games such as Earth 2140, Earth 2150. Eidos seems to have picked up the rights to Zuxxez Entertainment's "World War II: Panzer Claws", the 3D RTS that was already in development since last year. German RTS fans can rejoice, the game will be released a full month earlier than anywhere else. Njoy the screens!
by Thomas on June 26, 2002 @ 6:10 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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America's Army site is today updated with the words that 'The Operations' will be available for download on the 4th of July!! The Operations is a first person action game produced by U.S. Army.
by Thomas on June 26, 2002 @ 9:39 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Today Shrapnel Games announced that their latest product, Austerlitz: Napoleon's Greatest Victory, has been delayed at the printers. This first game in The Greatest Battles Series will begin shipping on July 8th. , has been delayed at the printers. This first game in The Greatest Battles Series will begin shipping on July 8th.
by Rainier on June 26, 2002 @ 12:59 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Atlus U.S.A., Inc., announced today that SkyGunner, the anime, aerial combat videogame, has shipped for the PS2. SkyGunner follows the story of 3 ace pilots, Ciel, Copain and Femme, who are hired to protect the "Eternal Engine" an engine capable of perpetual motion without the need for an outside power source. Little do they know, that the criminal genius, Ventre is planning to use the town's celebration aboard the luxury airship, Merveilleux... as an opportunity to steal the Eternal Engine for his own evil ends...
by Rainier on June 25, 2002 @ 7:27 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Computer and video game publisher Gathering of Developers, a subsidiary of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc., and developer Illusion Softworks in association with development team Pterodon, today announced "Vietcong" for the PC. Set during the Vietnam War, "Vietcong" is a first person shooter with tactical elements. The game is expected to hit store shelves this fall.
by Thomas on June 25, 2002 @ 6:10 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Paradox Entertainment invites you to enter the stunning new mythological role-playing game, VALHALLA CHRONICLES. Dohh! Whats this about? Find out more below!
by Thomas on June 25, 2002 @ 2:26 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Operation Flashpoint: Resistance launches this Friday, June 28, and is the official expansion pack for the multiple Game of the Year award winner and world-wide number one best-selling PC war simulator. In addition to a new campaign, a new island, and improved network code, Resistance delivers its terrain visuals via an enhanced graphics engine with support for higher-resolution textures, more lighting effects and greatly increased draw distances, so now there’s even more scenery to take cover behind when you’re in combat.
by Thomas on June 25, 2002 @ 9:59 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Tension mounts as Codemasters prepares to release Prisoner Of War, the genre-busting stealth adventure title that has the critics praising its innovative gaming experience. Rewriting the gaming rulebook, in Prisoner of War the player’s only weapons are their bravery, stealth and cunning. Rather than accumulating an arsenal of weaponry, players use skills of persuasion and tactical planning as they interact with the artificial-life-based World War II characters in the game to foil a German weapons-development project.
by Thomas on June 25, 2002 @ 9:53 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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UK Development Company, Vulcan Software, are gearing up for the release of their second PC game via digital distribution. The simplistically complex puzzler, Timekeepers, will join the recently released Valhalla Classics Speech Adventures, as additions to Vulcan's growing range of episodic PC products. Only available for purchase and play through their digital distribution application, the Vulcan Portal.
by Thomas on June 25, 2002 @ 9:16 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Sega keep rolling out screens this morning. This time we got 8 more Japanese screenshots from their upcoming title, Beach Spikers. Njoy!
by Rainier on June 24, 2002 @ 7:46 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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The focus of the game is purely about fun and entertainment, with many new modes added to the home version, including mini-games and a fantastic array of multiplayer options for up to four players. Your mission it to get to the goal, collecting as many bananas as you can along the way. The key to the game is strategy, which you must employ effectively to navigate your way through the stages in the time limit set. Njoy the 19 new screens!
by Rainier on June 24, 2002 @ 6:58 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Ubi Soft proudly announces that Splinter Cell has been named Best Action/Adventure Game in the exclusive Game Critics Awards: Best of E3 2002. One of the most prestigious awards offered at E3, the game industry’s premiere event, the Game Critics Awards are the only independent E3 awards, voted on by editors from nearly 40 leading outlets that cover games, including the top magazines, online sites, newspapers, and television programs.
by Rainier on June 24, 2002 @ 6:03 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Radica UK Ltd have announced the UK launch of the most effective and innovative lighting system for the Game Boy Advance to date. Using a fully adjustable fluorescent lighting system, the Flo Light is the world's first light for Game Boy Advance that brightly illuminates the complete area of the screen, without glare.
by Rainier on June 24, 2002 @ 5:56 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Seeking well-deserved rest and relaxation, Mario and Princess Peach travel to a beautiful remote island. It is said the local citizens are friendly and the weather forecast suggests year-round sunshine. However, when they get to the island, they quickly find out that the peaceful paradise has been polluted by a mysterious stranger. Worse still, the individual bears a striking resemblance to Mario! Determined to clear his reputation and clean up the island, Mario sets off on his greatest adventure yet. 29 Mario screens to keep you happy!
by Thomas on June 24, 2002 @ 3:31 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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When a pack of cars tear from the starting line simultaneously and head into some of racings most aggressive exhibition of close-contact racing it can only mean one thing – the green light is on for Pro Race Driver. Codemasters’ game of speed, control and aggression, as seen recently at E3, is a stunning racing title that offers players an experience they’ll never forget. The heart of Pro Race Driver is the aggressive pack-racing gameplay style.