by Rainier on Feb. 13, 2009 @ 4:02 p.m. PST | Filed under
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When Microsoft dropped the bomb that it would be
shutting down Ensemble Studios, its co-founder Tony Goodman revealed he would be setting up
a new studio, and bring along several of his colleagues. Age of Empires creator Bruce Shelley, co-founder of ES, said he would not be joining
the new outfit but believes the "spirit and mission will be carried forward in this new company." Robot Entertainment are currently not hiring, nor are there any details know on any of their projects.
by Rainier on Feb. 13, 2009 @ 2:56 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 Feb. 13, 2009 @ 2:52 p.m. PST | Filed under
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WH 40k: Dawn of War II takes players to the brutal frontlines of war where they’ll experience intense action and visceral combat through a non-linear single player experience and a fully co-op campaign.
by Rainier on Feb. 13, 2009 @ 2:21 p.m. PST | Filed under
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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 Feb. 13, 2009 @ 1:57 p.m. PST | Filed under
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2K Sports announced that National League Cy Young Award winner, Tim Lincecum of the San Francisco Giants, will be featured as the cover athlete and spokesman for next year's highly anticipated baseball video game, MLB 2K9.
by Rainier on Feb. 13, 2009 @ 1:34 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Set in a modern day survival-horror universe, the co-operative gameplay of Left 4 Dead casts four "Survivors" in an epic struggle against hordes of swarming zombies and terrifying "Boss Infected" mutants. If you stuill haven't picked up Left 4 Dead yet, there is no excuse left, as Steam is offering the zombie shooter 50% off, this weekend only.
by Rainier on Feb. 13, 2009 @ 1:31 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 Feb. 13, 2009 @ 1:26 p.m. PST | Filed under
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NBA Live 09 sports new features like Pick and Roll Control, Defensive Lockdown Control, Signature Playcalling and Quickstrike Ankle-Breakers that will make the game experience fun from beginning to end. Additionally, NBA Live 09 takes you to training camp with the NBA Academy that gives you a chance to hone your skills.
by Rainier on Feb. 13, 2009 @ 11:09 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Forsaken Gods is an addon for Jowood's action/RPG and will answer many open questions and guarantee a seamless step to Gothic 4. Once more you take on the role of the nameless Hero as you have to raise your sword in anger to save the world of Gothic.
by Rainier on Feb. 13, 2009 @ 11:03 a.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.
by Rainier on Feb. 13, 2009 @ 10:54 a.m. PST | Filed under
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We Ski and Snowboard, known in Europe as Family Ski and Snowboard, adds high-performance snowboarding, as well as developed skiing functionality, two new mountains, and a complete snow park with fun boxes, rails and a half-pipe, where both skiers and snowboarders alike can grab huge air and over-the-top aerial tricks.
by Rainier on Feb. 13, 2009 @ 10:47 a.m. PST | Filed under
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In Rygar: The Battle of Argus, intuitive use of the Wiimote allows players to effectively control the powerful weapon to destroy enemies and maneuver on, around, over and under obstacles. Players will challenge themselves in the all-new Gladiator Mode by rapidly swinging and slashing their way through non-stop waves of foes.
by Rainier on Feb. 13, 2009 @ 10:42 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Since Troika is no longer amongst the living this patch is not official, so use at your own discretion. This update brings Activision's Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodlines retail game to v6.0 and addresses a number of known issues, gameplay tweaks, bug fixes and so forth.
by Redmond Carolipio on Feb. 13, 2009 @ 9:01 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Set in the realm of Greek mythology, God of War 3 is a single-player game that allows players to take on the climatic role of the ex-Spartan warrior, Kratos, as he treads through the intimidating heights of Mt. Olympus and the dark depths of Hell once more to seek revenge on those who have betrayed him.
Set in the realm of Greek mythology, God of War 3 is a single-player game that allows players to take on the climatic role of the ex-Spartan warrior, Kratos, as he treads through the intimidating heights of Mt. Olympus and the dark depths of Hell once more to seek revenge on those who have betrayed him.
by Rainier on Feb. 13, 2009 @ 9:01 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Set in the realm of Greek mythology, God of War 3 is a single-player game that allows players to take on the climatic role of the ex-Spartan warrior, Kratos, as he treads through the intimidating heights of Mt. Olympus and the dark depths of Hell once more to seek revenge on those who have betrayed him.
by Rainier on Feb. 13, 2009 @ 8:54 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Good Old Games is launching its Friday weekend promotion where you can grab racing games form its catalog with a 15% discount. To benefit from the promotion enter the code: RACING15 on the payment screen, before finalizing the transaction. The promotion includes: 1nsane, Colin McRae Rally 2005, Flatout,
Screamer and TOCA Race Driver 3 (DRM-free of course)!
by Rainier on Feb. 13, 2009 @ 8:45 a.m. PST | Filed under
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D3Publisher of America's Puzzle Quest: Galactrix, developed by Infinite Interactive, incorporates a powerful blend of casual and hardcore gameplay elements, similar to Puzzle Quest: Challenge of the Warlords, into an all-new futuristic, science-fiction setting.
by Rainier on Feb. 13, 2009 @ 7:47 a.m. PST | Filed under
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In Crime Scene you are part of the forensic police department and have to find and analyze clues with sophisticated equipment, interrogate witnesses and suspects, build a file with enough proof so there is no room for doubt and condemn the guilty!
by Rainier on Feb. 13, 2009 @ 7:19 a.m. PST | Filed under
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What if you had to live your whole life in one location … and then one day, suddenly, you could step outside and go anywhere in the whole neighborhood? The Sims 3 gives you the freedom to create unique Sims and immerse them in your own living neighborhood of endless possibility!
by Rainier on Feb. 13, 2009 @ 7:14 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Based on the trading card game and animated TV series, Chaotic combines action, role playing and turn-based strategy gameplay elements for an epic adventure in Perim. Players adventure through vibrant, fully-realized 3D environments and interact with various characters from the best-selling trading card game and hit animated series.
by Rainier on Feb. 13, 2009 @ 7:04 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Legacy of the Xan, Funcom's new booster pack for its MMO Anarchy Online, features end-game content tailored specifically for seasoned veterans, opening up new areas of the world, introducing new items and bringing hundreds of new missions to challenge players.
by Rainier on Feb. 13, 2009 @ 5:21 a.m. PST | Filed under
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FIFA Manager 09 gives you full control over the management of a football club. You are responsible for the line-up, the tactics and the training of your team – as well as for signing the right players, improving the club facilities and the stadium.
by Rainier on Feb. 13, 2009 @ 4:53 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Dragonica is a free-to-play, cartoon side-scrolling, micro-transaction-based casual MMO mixing elements of action and arcade.
by Rainier on Feb. 13, 2009 @ 4:36 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.