by Rainier on Jan. 29, 2009 @ 6:15 a.m. PST | Filed under
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SOE has signed a publishing agreement with PopCap Games that will bring five hit titles to the PlayStation Network, starting with Bejeweled 2. Fan favorites, Zuma, Heavy Weapon, Peggle and Feeding Frenzy will become available shortly thereafter.
by Rainier on Jan. 29, 2009 @ 6:10 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Staying true to its early vision, NetDevil has improved upon the original Jumpgate in every way, with a complete graphics update, and the integration of advanced AI features to ensure unpredictable and compelling situations.
by Rainier on Jan. 29, 2009 @ 6:05 a.m. PST | Filed under
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In Evasive Space you pilot your rocket ship on a wildly dangerous interplanetary mission to save the stars. You’ll be guiding Konki on timed and collection-based missions through 20 stages of mazes and obstacles in five different environments spanning treacherous terrain including asteroid belts, planetary rings, astro-caves, and large space stations.
by Rainier on Jan. 29, 2009 @ 6:00 a.m. PST | Filed under
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In Onechanbara: Bikini Samurai Squad Aya reconciles with her sister Saki and live together in peace for awhile. The peace doesn’t last for long as an infestation of zombies have plagued the city. The sisters join together to draw their swords and rid the city of evil.
by Rainier on Jan. 29, 2009 @ 5:47 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Mad Skills Motocross is a sidescrolling motocross game that reminds of the golden days of gaming while also utilizing high-tech features. The game sports neural networks for the AI and precise physical simulations of motocross bikes and riders.
by Rainier on Jan. 29, 2009 @ 5:37 a.m. PST | Filed under
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In a new installment of the Pranksterz franchise, the player takes on the role of a Russian agent, working undercover in the United States. His main task is to piss off potential spy thus stopping his activity...
by Rainier on Jan. 29, 2009 @ 5:35 a.m. PST | Filed under
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In Air Bandits, inspired by 1980s side-scrolling 2D arcade game Sopwith, you play as a pilot of a vintage fighter plane who must soar over the unfriendly territory, bomb the ground targets and take down enemy aircrafts, while avoiding their fire.
by Rainier on Jan. 29, 2009 @ 5:19 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Mamba Games, headed up by former US THQ executive Robert Neilson, is a new dynamic multi-platform video games publisher announcing the first batch of products to be released throughout the globe.
by Rainier on Jan. 29, 2009 @ 5:07 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Nolan Bushnell, creator of Pong and founder of Atari, will receive the Fellowship at this year's GAME British Academy Video Games Awards. Nolan is credited by many for kick-starting the video games revolution; and was named one of Newsweek's '50 Men That Changed America'.
by Rainier on Jan. 29, 2009 @ 4:57 a.m. PST | Filed under
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GamersGate announced today that it will offer its entire catalog “client-free” beginning Jan. 28, 2009, offering gamers more convenient access to their games without forcing them into a client.
by Rainier on Jan. 28, 2009 @ 7:12 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Theatre of War 2 is a 3D RTS that covers events of 1943, the operations in Tunisia. Players will have the option to lead the German Afrika Korps of Rommel, supported by Italian military contingent, in their last full-scale attack or be at the head of the opposing English and American armies.
by Rainier on Jan. 28, 2009 @ 7:02 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Stormrise is an real time strategy console title offering fans of the classic RTS genre an immersive and dramatic twist whilst challenging the conscience. Experience the heat of the battlefield by leading your troops from the front line, instead of the traditional way of controlling the units from a detached view point.
by Rainier on Jan. 28, 2009 @ 4:25 p.m. PST | Filed under
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MLB 09 The Show continues to set itself apart from the other MLB games on the market with its attention to detail and unparalleled gameplay. Looking to build on that reputation, the game has added several new features and subtleties that play a huge role in bringing the baseball experience to life.
by Rainier on Jan. 28, 2009 @ 2:07 p.m. PST | Filed under
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SF IV features a mix of returning favorites (Ryu, Ken, Chun-Li etc.) along with new characters created for this game, such as Crimson Viper, Abel, El Fuerte, and Rufus. Characters and environments are rendered in stylized 3D, while the game is played in the classic 2D perspective with additional 3D camera flourishes.
by Rainier on Jan. 28, 2009 @ 2:03 p.m. PST | Filed under
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BoB II: Wings of Victory recreates the fierce and famous air battles southern England in 1940, act as the supreme commander of either side, or simply fly and let your generals manage the war below. This v2.09 improves AI, death animations, and Flight Models, landscape and Multiskin.
by Rainier on Jan. 28, 2009 @ 1:27 p.m. PST | Filed under
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One of the most heralded action RPG franchises of all time, Legacy of Ys: Books I & II delivers the first two epic adventures of the famed saga on one cartridge, presented with a series of never-before-seen enhancements. Initially offered as pre-order bonus, Atlus is now adding the soundtrack to every launch copy.
by Rainier on Jan. 28, 2009 @ 11:55 a.m. PST | Filed under
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An original game based on the popular Japanese Game Center CX TV series, Retro Game Challenge reinvents how classic games are played. Featuring a story-driven progression, players complete short challenges in a wide-variety of fictional retro-games, ranging from shooting, racing, action and even an epic RPG.
by Rainier on Jan. 28, 2009 @ 11:44 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Conspiracy has entered into a publishing agreement to bring Black Bean's fast paced racing game SBK08 Superbike World Championship, developed by Milestone, to North America. SBK08 is the officially licensed WSBK, and will storm the next-gen consoles with brand new features and enhancements.
by Rainier on Jan. 28, 2009 @ 11:37 a.m. PST | Filed under
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TF2 is a class-based, multiplayer team warfare game, delivering new game types, a signature art style powered by Valve’s next-gen animation technology, persistent player statistics, etc...
Valve is prepping two regular bug/crash fix updates for this week, finalizing the Scout class revamp (new weapons and achievements), and is already moving on to the next pack.
by Rainier on Jan. 28, 2009 @ 11:02 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Marbles! Balance Challenge, known in North America as Marble Saga: Kororinpa, is a skill-based action title where the player helps an Ant called Anthony save his colony via a series of physical tests, featuring new levels, 4-person multiplayer, tons of customization, the ability to connect and compete online and the use of the Wii Balance Board as features.
by Rainier on Jan. 28, 2009 @ 10:40 a.m. PST | Filed under
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The Academy of Interactive Arts and Sciences (AIAS) and IFC (Independent Film Channel) announced a partnership to bring the 12th Annual Interactive Achievement Awards, which take place on Feb. 19, 2009 at the Red Rock Resort and Casino in Las Vegas, to television audiences for the first time.
by Rainier on Jan. 28, 2009 @ 9:51 a.m. PST | Filed under
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In East India Company, players will enjoy building the world's most powerful trading empire and engaging in fierce battles in both single-player and multiplayer modes, all within a breathtaking cinematic environment.
by Rainier on Jan. 28, 2009 @ 9:39 a.m. PST | 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:
by Rainier on Jan. 28, 2009 @ 9:25 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Phantom Brave improves upon the tactical gameplay found in Disgaea and La Pucelle in every way. Its redone, open-ended battle system is limited only by the user’s imagination. If you fell in love with Disgaea, you definitely won’t want to miss out on what’s sure to be this year’s best Strategy RPG.
by Rainier on Jan. 28, 2009 @ 8:57 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. Since its Nov. 2008 release date, Banjo-Kazooie: Nuts & Bolts has sold a mere 140,000 copies in North America according to latest numbers.