by Rainier on June 9, 2006 @ 10:04 a.m. PDT | Filed under
        
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Kuma Reality Games announced today Assault on Iran, Pt. 3: Payback in Iraq, a video game simulating a realistic conflict between U.S. and Iranian forces over the development of nuclear arms. The newest chapter is a direct response to “Commander Bahman,” a game being developed by the Union of Islamic Student Societies.
by Reldan on June 9, 2006 @ 5:10 a.m. PDT | Filed under
        
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Pac-Man World Rally is an original kart racing game that puts players behind the wheel as Pac-Man or one of 14 other classic Namco characters racing for the checkered flag while using unique power-ups and items to prevent their opponents from claiming victory.
by Rainier on June 9, 2006 @ 3:46 a.m. PDT | Filed under
        
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Capcom Puzzle World for the PSP is a collection with five amazing titles including the cult classic Super Puzzle Fighter II, Block Block, and the three-in-one Buster Bros. Collection.
by Rainier on June 8, 2006 @ 8:25 p.m. PDT | Filed under
        
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Urban Chaos: Riot Response, previously known as Zero Tolerance, is a high velocity, first person shooter where the player confronts real terror in an American city.
by Rainier on June 8, 2006 @ 11:49 a.m. PDT | Filed under
        
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Test Drive Unlimited challenges players online to experience the most exotic and fastest vehicles on more than 1000 miles of diverse Hawaiian roads. Gamers win races, challenges, missions and tournaments to earn credits and purchase new cars, bikes, rare performance parts, clothes, apparel, homes and garages.
by Rainier on June 8, 2006 @ 9:48 a.m. PDT | Filed under
        
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Playlogic has updated the Sparta Ancient Wars product page reflecting a change in release date, originally scheduled for Q3, the game has been pushed back to Q4 2006. Sparta: Ancient Wars is an RTS based on historical events and timelines, and not to feature myths or legends.
by Rainier on June 8, 2006 @ 9:35 a.m. PDT | Filed under
        
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Take Two settled Federal Trade Commission charges that it failed to disclose important information about the game's content to consumers by not disclosing that the game discs contained potentially viewable nude female characters and a potentially playable sex mini-game. An $11,000 fine per "future" violation was ordered; luckily, this is not retroactive, as that would have cost Take-Two a total of $72 billion.
by Rainier on June 8, 2006 @ 6:22 a.m. PDT | Filed under
        
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Sonic Rivals is a head-to-head competition between Sonic and his top rivals. Rip through tracks in some high-spirited single player and wireless multiplayer action against friends as Sonic returns in a whole new racing-platformer with classic 2D gameplay in true 3D environments for gamers on the go.
by Rainier on June 8, 2006 @ 5:46 a.m. PDT | Filed under
        
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Packed full with more than 100 new features, Football Manager 2007 is set for release on PC, and Xbox 360, while Football Manager Handheld on PSP completes the format line-up, with all platforms set for a Christmas 2006 release.
by Rainier on June 8, 2006 @ 5:14 a.m. PDT | Filed under
        
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Over a decade since PC adventurers first sampled the delights of Myst’s emotive and visual feasts, the new handheld development will engage the player like never before and literally take them to another world.
by Hank on June 8, 2006 @ 4:23 a.m. PDT | Filed under
        
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As the SEAL commander, the player will be supported by AI teammate executing traditional SOCOM team-based tactical, stealth and action gameplay. Multiple players will once again be able to form clans and take on their friends for team-based high-action gameplay.
by Rainier on June 8, 2006 @ 3:13 a.m. PDT | Filed under
        
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Atari announced that it has signed a deal with Frontier Developments to distribute Thrillville throughout Europe and Asia, Christmas 2006. Customize your park, interact with guests like never before, and build and hop into your own roller coasters and other rides.
by Rainier on June 7, 2006 @ 3:46 p.m. PDT | Filed under
        
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SPECNAZ 2 is a tactical FPS game, built on 3D outdoor engine AMOEBA. The main characteristic feature is the tactic-action model, which the game provides to the player, as well as gives him/her opportunities for successful completion of missions without any limitations.
by Rainier on June 7, 2006 @ 10:33 a.m. PDT | Filed under
        
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The Legend of Heroes II: Prophecy of the Moonlight Witch is a PSP exclusive RPG featuring meticulously detailed characters and an epic coming-of-age story introduces two courageous young heroes who must save a magical world in peril.
by Rainier on June 7, 2006 @ 9:57 a.m. PDT | Filed under
        
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There's an influx of new talent storming the doors of game developer Trilogy Studios. The opportunity to work on new IP and be a part of a forward thinking studio has attracted top developers such as EA's Jeff Leggett, Rockstar Games' Gunter Erhart, and Chad Schoonover, former Epic Games.
by Rainier on June 7, 2006 @ 5:11 a.m. PDT | Filed under
        
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In Tomb Raider: Legend, Lara comes alive with intricately animated expressions, moves and abilities. An arsenal of modern equipment, such as a magnetic grappling device, binoculars, frag grenades, personal lighting device and communications equipment.
by Judy on June 6, 2006 @ 2:30 p.m. PDT | Filed under
        
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EA's latest football title, NCAA Football 07, comes loaded with new features such as Student Athlete mode and ESPN Radio, on top of the usual Dynasty Mode.
by Rainier on June 6, 2006 @ 8:36 a.m. PDT | Filed under
        
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Explore a Las Vegas-style resort from the comfort of your own home and become a virtual high roller in Playwize Poker and Casino. The game offers players four, fully 3D, virtual casinos to discover, packed with fellow gamblers to chat with and featuring multiple dice tables, poker games, slot machines and more besides.
by Geson Hatchett on June 6, 2006 @ 1:14 a.m. PDT | Filed under
        
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Metal Gear Solid: Portable Ops for the PSP features an original storyline that follows the events of Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater and includes online play that lets gamers recruit their own comrades to form a unique fighting force.
by Rainier on June 5, 2006 @ 6:54 p.m. PDT | Filed under
        
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Starting tomorrow, Xbox 360 gamers will be able to access a vigorous system-wide update creating a new pinnacle for next-generation gaming and entertainment. The Xbox 360 spring update introduces more than 125 features and enhancements adding to Xbox 360's power, high-definition graphics, online capabilities and media offerings.
by Rainier on June 5, 2006 @ 4:02 p.m. PDT | Filed under
        
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Already announced during E3, Frontier Developments today revealed that Thrillville is scheduled for a Christmas 2006 release. Customize your park, interact with guests like never before, and build and hop into your own roller coasters and other rides.
by Keith Durocher on June 5, 2006 @ 12:20 a.m. PDT | Filed under
        
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In SpellForce II you take over both roles, Commander of your troops and also a front fighting hero, solving quests and overcoming obstacles as in classical RPGs, but also leading armies as in an RTS. Your character is supported by up to 5 heroes who can be summoned at special monuments - these will become available in stronger versions as you progress and reveal more of the epic storyline.
by Nicolus Baslock on June 4, 2006 @ 2:25 a.m. PDT | Filed under
        
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Experience the pro tour in venues that are alive and dynamic with environmental elements that react to your play. Characters are even more stunning with the addition of HD technology and the inclusion of the top players in the world.
by David Wanaselja on June 4, 2006 @ 1:07 a.m. PDT | Filed under
        
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Splat Magazine Renegade Paintball, developed by Cat Daddy Games, brings all of the intense action of paintball into your living room, challenging players with over 25 white-knuckle single player Tournament and Fieldball matches.
by Rainier on June 3, 2006 @ 11:33 a.m. PDT | Filed under
        
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Shockwave Productions announced that its latest offering, Wings of Power II: WWII Fighters Special Edition has gone Gold. Shockwave's newest boxed set includes 5 new aircraft and is compatible with both MFS 2004 and MFSX.