by Rainier on March 6, 2009 @ 10:24 a.m. PST | Filed under
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In Banjo-Kazooie: Nuts & Bolts the famous bear and bird duo return for a unique adventure of epic proportions. The Lord of the Games is tired of the petty squabbling between Banjo and the evil witch Gruntilda (aka Grunty) over the years, and has arranged a showdown to decide the rightful owner of Spiral Mountain.
Rare urges fans to not let their "N&B disc gather dust," as it is working on "lifespan-lengthening activities" and even shows off a logo that says "LOG's Lost Challenges."
by Rainier on March 6, 2009 @ 9:35 a.m. PST | Filed under
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BlazBlue: Calamity Trigger, developed by Guilty Gear studio Arc System Works, is a 2D fighter featuring twelve, extraordinarily detailed, hand-drawn characters in true HD glory, each with unique “Drive” attacks that can turn the tide of battle instantly.
by Rainier on March 6, 2009 @ 9:30 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Burnout Paradise gives you license to wreak havoc in Paradise City, a seamless racing battleground, with massive traffic-heavy roads to abuse. The PC edition will have expanded online features, and community-driven content.
by Rainier on March 6, 2009 @ 9:20 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Free Realms is a free whimsical fantasy massively multiplayer RPG from Sony Online offering lighthearted adventuring, aimed primarily at casual female gamers, and optional bonus content via micro transactions.
by Rainier on March 6, 2009 @ 9:12 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Rock Band 2 builds upon the original to introduce co-op band gameplay, multiple instruments, online multiplayer, unparalleled downloadable content and raises the bar by delivering an entirely new level of depth, connectivity, authenticity and features.
by Rainier on March 6, 2009 @ 9:12 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Help Cate West unravel a citywide mystery that has paralyzed the community. The answers are in the palm of your hands as you seek, search and discover with the Wiimote. Help Cate compile evidence, track down hideouts, and discover the link between these crimes and an unsolved mystery from her past!
The action-packed game, a hi–def re-imagined version of 2004's Escape from Butcher Bay, The Chronicles of Riddick: Assault on Dark Athena features an entirely new chapter in the Riddick Saga and for the first time, intense online multiplayer combat.
by Rainier on March 6, 2009 @ 5:58 a.m. PST | Filed under
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MadWorld is a third-person action game that has a unique black & white style depicting a sharp backdrop that straddles graphic novels and 3-D worlds, mixing irreverent humor and over-the-top violence.
by Rainier on March 6, 2009 @ 5:40 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Guitar Hero: World Tour will feature guitar, vocals, drums, the ability to create your own songs (and upload them on GHTunes), four-player on/offline co-op, and an eight-player battle of the bands multiplayer mode (4vs4). Next week Rise Against will debut Death Blossoms, an exclusively created track for Guitar Hero fans.
by Rainier on March 6, 2009 @ 5:33 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Not heard of since 2003's Tropico 2: Pirate Cove, Kalypso Media has acquired the Tropico license from Take Two, and has entered into a agreement with Haemimont Games, known for Imperium Romanum, to develop a new title in the strategy franchise.
by Rainier on March 6, 2009 @ 5:28 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Far Cry 2 immerses players in an entirely new kind of gaming experience, where players will discover a true open world gameplay set in one of the most beautiful environments in the world, Africa. While
the next FC2 patch is going to rebalance all weapons and add a new Hardcore Mode, Ubisoft is also working on fixing a corrupt saved game issue, although it "may" only be for new saves created after installing the patch.
Based on DC Comics '80s graphic novel, Watchmen, developed by Deadline Games (known for Total Overdose) and written by comic editor Len Wein, is a brawler set in an alternate 1985 America that will initially feature anti-hero Rorschach and Nite Owl.
by Rainier on March 6, 2009 @ 5:10 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Elven Legacy delivers a world filled with magic, and a thrilling nonlinear storyline, gauged to provide many hours of gameplay for strategy enthusiasts. Through an epic quest to restore the former glory of the Elven race, this fantasy strategy game offers both depth and scope, all in colorful and inspirational settings.
by Rainier on March 6, 2009 @ 5:03 a.m. PST | Filed under
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In NeoSteam, Hanbitsoft's free-to-play MMORPG, players take part in the epic battle between the Kingdom of Elerd, who rely on magical spells, and the Republic of Rogwell, who use their technological advantage in battle. No matter which side of the conflict a hero stands for, his most important resource will be the eponymous NeoSteam.
by Rainier on March 6, 2009 @ 4:50 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Wheelman will take you on a thrill ride that unfolds throughout the streets of Barcelona, delivering powerful cinematic moments throughout the game's compelling storyline with car chases inspired by Hollywood's most famous action-sequences.
by Rainier on March 6, 2009 @ 4:48 a.m. PST | Filed under
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In UT3 you assume the role of a futuristic warrior engaged in contests of intense shooting battles against skilled opponents, controlled by human contestants online or by AI, fought with the most powerful sci-fi weapons and vehicles. To celebrate yesterday's Titan Pack update, Steam is offering UT 3 Black edition (the game + pack) for free this weekend, and 40% off after that until March 15 if you end up liking it...
by Arkalem on March 6, 2009 @ 4:37 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Ultimate Band is an all new music experience giving gamers and music lovers of all ages the chance to realize their dream of becoming a rock legend when they build their own band or jam alone, fueled by the power of the Wiimote and the DS stylus.
by Rainier on March 6, 2009 @ 4:31 a.m. PST | Filed under
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You will take a trip to PARIS with our restless Miss Chic and visit Louvre, Tour Eifel, Moulin Rouge and other famous places while learning the history of Paris monuments. Participate in beauty & dance contests and play French tags to earn cash for your travel expenses!
by Rainier on March 6, 2009 @ 3:58 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Cities XL will expand upon all that make city builders fun and interesting, with cities that are bigger, more realistic and sophisticated than ever before, while letting players take their game online, as they interact with others in a massive online environment.
by Rainier on March 6, 2009 @ 3:50 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Klonoa’s long-awaited return offers vibrant graphics, motion control and new secrets to discover in this update to the series’ debut adventure. Highly revered as one of the best platform games of the past 10 years, Klonoa will ignite Wii owners’ imaginations with addictive gameplay, exciting stages and a memorable story.
by Rainier on March 6, 2009 @ 3:44 a.m. PST | Filed under
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In Wonderful, the planet's going to be eaten by a fish-headed demon. But you'll try to rescue as much as you can before it does. As a tiny puppet that grows with every object it gathers, you start out as a collection of jelly beans and marbles, and work your way up to a behemoth with fire engines for arms and the ability to absorb entire buildings.
by Rainier on March 5, 2009 @ 7:43 p.m. PST | Filed under
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World in Conflict: Complete Edition, the retail version of the much awaited add-on to the critically acclaimed strategy game will include the entire original World in Conflict title, as well as the Soviet Assault add-on and other exciting all-new features.
by Rainier on March 5, 2009 @ 7:39 p.m. PST | Filed under
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NwN 2: Mysteries of Westgate features a non-linear, open-ended single-player campaign with numerous side quests covering more than 15 hours of game play, as well as 3 new companions; a host of new monsters, including some truly epic foes; an original musical score; and thousands of new lines of professionally recorded dialogue.
by Rainier on March 5, 2009 @ 7:39 p.m. PST | Filed under
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League of Legends is an online multiplayer session-based game that combines elements of role-playing and strategy genres with addictive battle action. In League of Legends rival teams will compete against one another for victory on highly stylized battlefields and landscapes.
by Rainier on March 5, 2009 @ 7:39 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Close Combat: Wacht am Rhein brings together the classic top-down tactical gameplay from the original series and plenty of new features, expansions, and improvements, giving newcomers and veterans to the series alike a vastly improved and expanded version of the original experience.