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.
by Rainier on March 5, 2009 @ 7:19 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Sony has
rolled out new PlayStation Store content, starting with Watchmen: The End is Nigh ($19.99), High Velocity Bowling characters ($0.99), NARUTO: Ultimate Ninja STORM Pack 10 (free), Burnout Paradise toy car packs ($12.99), Skate 2 (free) Prince of Persia: Epilogue ($9.99), song packs for Guitar Hero World Tour, and Rock Band, demos for Wanted: Weapons of Fate, Watchmen, Age of Booty, as well as the usual game/movie trailers and PS3 themes.
by Rainier on March 5, 2009 @ 4:49 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Dragon Age: Origins represents BioWare’s return to its roots, delivering a fusion of elements from existing fantasy works with emotionally-driven narrative, heart-pounding combat, powerful magic abilities and credible digital actors.
by Rainier on March 5, 2009 @ 4:47 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Empire: Total War will maintain the series 3D battles, grand turn based campaign map and rich historical flavor while for the first time introducing 3D naval combat into the series. The Creative Assembly confirmed it is working on the first patch, scheduled for next week, for its just released RTS, fixing a trade route related issue and improve the game's stability/performance.
by Rainier on March 5, 2009 @ 3:50 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Fallout 3 places a player in the role of a Vault-dweller, who ventures from his secluded, underground survival Vault into a post-apocalyptic world of mutants, radiation, gangs and violence.
by Rainier on March 5, 2009 @ 3:29 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Virtua Tennis 2009 will again allow you to take on the world’s top tennis players in some of the most realistic courts to be found on gaming consoles. Take on the likes of Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer or play as Maria Sharapova against Venus Williams to recreate some classic court battles.
by Rainier on March 5, 2009 @ 3:07 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Turn down the lights, crank up the amps and prepare to command center stage as some of the most famous AND infamous tracks from Guitar Hero, Guitar Hero II, Guitar Hero Encore: Rocks the 80s and Guitar Hero III step into the spotlight in the most epic, full band jam session to-date -- Guitar Hero Greatest Hits.
by Rainier on March 5, 2009 @ 2:51 p.m. PST | Filed under
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It's starting to get messy surrounding Midway's bankruptcy proceedings, as media mogul Sumner Redstone and his daughter, former chairperson of the board, are being
subpoenaed by creditors after Midway recently filed for Chapter 11. Apparently the company's unsecured creditors fear insider trading and have some questions about the events leading up to Sumner's sale of the company for a suspiciously low $100K to current majority owner Mark Thomas.
by Rainier on March 5, 2009 @ 2:12 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Resident Evil 5 promises to revolutionize the survival horror series by delivering an unbelievable level of detail, realism and control.
by Rainier on March 5, 2009 @ 1:53 p.m. PST | Filed under
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MTV Games has signed an agreement with Apple Corps, The Beatles license holder, to develop a new video game that will be an experiential progression through and celebration of the music and artistry of The Beatles spanning the UK band's entire discography, with tracks from their first album (Please Please Me) all the way to Abbey Road.