by Rainier on April 4, 2006 @ 12:55 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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One developer doesn't seem enough as SEGA also announced today that it has acquired Sports Interactive, creators behind the hugely successful Football Manager series - which with only two titles from the franchise released so far, has sold in excess of 1.5 million copies and became the second fastest selling PC game of all time in the UK.
by Hugh McHarg on April 4, 2006 @ 12:26 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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In a mad search for power, evil genius Erwin creates a machine that can penetrate into the world of the Ghosts...the Spectral Realm! But now the Spectral Realm is collapsing into the real world, and this will bring about a massive catastrophe that will plunge the world into a state of devastation for years to come!
by Rainier on April 3, 2006 @ 12:11 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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THQ and JAKKS today announced WWE SmackDown vs. RAW 2007 is in development and is expected to make its debut on both current and next generation gaming systems beginning this fall.
by Rainier on April 3, 2006 @ 3:21 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Ignition announced it has signed Puyo Pop Fever for European distribution. The latest version of SEGA's signature brainteaser comes from Sonic Team with wacky new puzzle pieces and a combo-crazy Fever Mode.
by Alicia on April 3, 2006 @ 1:06 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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The Collection includes ports of the arcade shoot 'em up versions of the original four Gradius titles along with a port of the PlayStation's Gradius Gaiden. The port is enhanced with a new save feature and 16:9 display modes for the original two Gradius titles.
by Rainier on March 31, 2006 @ 9:02 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Republik Games announced today that it had not completed an anticipated round of equity financing and as a result, is suspending production on its flagship game, Spend the Night.
by Rainier on March 31, 2006 @ 12:57 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Building upon Monster Hunter and Monster Hunter G (Japanese release only), which were originally released on the PS2, Monster Hunter Freedom is the ultimate package, including new missions, additional features and content adapted for the PSP system.
by Rainier on March 30, 2006 @ 6:35 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Xenosaga Episode III will take place one year after the end of Episode II. The game will once again focus on the adventures of the series' main character Shion and her friends.
by Rainier on March 30, 2006 @ 11:36 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Solar Studios and Hollywood-based Tricor Entertainment are pleased to announce Renegades of Spacewell, a blockbuster Hollywood-style action game with related film properties.
by Rainier on March 30, 2006 @ 2:28 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Set in the original 60’s Bond era, From Russia With Love features movie-based missions as well as original, action-intensive sequences, a broad and deep variety of gameplay, social multiplayer experiences, gorgeous women, and classic, upgradeable weapons and gadgetry with modern mechanics.
by Rainier on March 29, 2006 @ 3:44 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Myelin Media today announced that its Texas Hold 'Em game, Stacked with Daniel Negreanu will feature interoperability between the PS2 and PSP, allowing you to play continue a single-player game, or multiplayer, cross-platform.
by Agustin on March 29, 2006 @ 1:50 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Syphon Filter: Dark Mirror will not only see the return of Gabe Logan, but also Theresa, Lipan and Lian Xing. The PSP version will allow you to give commands to the rest of your team a la SOCOM, and a multiplayer wi-fi mode is also par of the new features.
by Rainier on March 29, 2006 @ 1:21 a.m. PST | Filed under
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B-Boy uses a dynamically controlled fighting system to help you battle the best b-boys on the planet. Over the course of an in-depth "B-Boy Life" mode, players build up a crew and battle against real-life superstar b-boys including legendary and original b-boy in-game host Crazy Legs.
by Rainier on March 28, 2006 @ 5:27 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Teenage Goth-Metal girl designs extreme metal racing video game based in Hell…. Earache Extreme Metal Racing will feature ten evil Earache racing teams burning a lot more than rubber through hell and other wastelands.
by Rainier on March 27, 2006 @ 3:23 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Sony London's PSP-exclusive Gangs of London is an all-new spin-off title takes the setting and criminal themes of the legendary Getaway franchise but offers gamers a whole new handheld gang warfare experience.
by Rainier on March 27, 2006 @ 3:08 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Juiced: Eliminator will deliver a unique gameplay experience, taking advantage of the PSP's functionality to offer never-before-seen multiplayer games and expand on the crew and pink-slip racing.
by Rainier on March 27, 2006 @ 9:32 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Already revealed a few weeks ago, Street Riders is all about urban street racing and furious firefights, collide as you crush your rivals in fierce weapon-based combat.
by Rainier on March 27, 2006 @ 12:27 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Tekken: Dark Resurrection takes all the top elements from the latest arcade version and introduces a host of new, PSP-exclusive features to deliver great mobile gaming.
by Rainier on March 26, 2006 @ 5:32 a.m. PST | Filed under
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While there has been any official announcement yet, at last week's GDC SNK revealed that, to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the franchise, it is bringing Metal Slug to the PSP. As the Metal Slug Collection title indicates this will not be an all new product but rather a compilation of Metal Slug 1 through 5, including Metal Slug X. Metal Slug Collection will be a port of the classic arcade titles and will feature 2 player coop.
by Rainier on March 25, 2006 @ 2:21 a.m. PST | Filed under
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In SpellForce II you are Commander of your troops and 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 Hugh McHarg on March 25, 2006 @ 2:08 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Pursuit Force is a fast-paced arcade-action game, that fuses driving and combat mechanics to create a unique gaming experience for PSP. Pursuit Force follows the misadventures of a rookie Police Officer tracking down five criminal gangs across an entire fictional state in America.
by Rainier on March 24, 2006 @ 11:55 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Buena Vista Games today announced it will publish a lifestyle simulation game based on the popular TV series Desperate Housewives, in which the players take on the role of a new housewife who moves into Wisteria Lane and unlocks the delicious scandals hidden in the seemingly perfect neighborhood.
by Rainier on March 24, 2006 @ 1:19 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Tekken: Dark Resurrection takes all the top elements from the latest arcade version and introduces a host of new, PSP-exclusive features to deliver great mobile gaming.
by Rainier on March 23, 2006 @ 5:36 p.m. PST | Filed under
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From Russia With Love features movie-based missions as well as original, action-intensive sequences, a broad and deep variety of gameplay, social multiplayer experiences, and classic, upgradeable weapons and gadgetry with modern mechanics. EA revealed today that Dr. No, Xenia Onatopp, Scaramanga, Pussy Galore, Goldfinger, and Oddjob are all unlockable multiplayer characters.
by Rainier on March 23, 2006 @ 1:42 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Sony Europe announce that it is bringing Ready At Dawn's PSP exclusive Daxter to Europe spring Spring 2006. After years of standing in Jak's shadow, Daxter gets his turn in the spotlight as he stars in his very own game, letting you control Jak's wacky sidekick throughout the entire game.