by Rainier on Jan. 31, 2006 @ 12:14 p.m. PST | Filed under
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KOEI today announced that the Tactical Action game, Samurai Warriors: State of War for PSP, scheduled for North American release in March 2006. Read more for details and screens ...
by Rainier on Jan. 31, 2006 @ 1:59 a.m. PST | Filed under
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In SpellForce 2 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. Jowood sends out a precanned Q&A with Project Manager Martin Löhlein.
by Rainier on Jan. 30, 2006 @ 5:58 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Sony Online Entertainment today announced that Untold Legends The Warrior's Code has gone gold, and is expected to be available at retail starting on March 14.
by Rainier on Jan. 30, 2006 @ 10:53 a.m. PST | Filed under
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revealed a few weeks back, NAMCO BANDAI announced today that is will publish the popular rally racing game, World Rally Championship for the PSP in North America. The first officially licensed WRC rally game on a handheld, WRC provides the hi–octane thrills, pace and dynamics of rally across the globe to the gamer on the move.
by Rainier on Jan. 30, 2006 @ 10:30 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Take on the role of the bounty hunter John Cooper and experience in a thrilling Western story with surprising turns, how he apprehends the nasty scoundrel Dillon with the help of his friends known from the first part. With gameplay based around its predecessor, Spellbound have managed to create brand new tactical possibilities in a beautiful 3D environment.
by Rainier on Jan. 30, 2006 @ 12:32 a.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 Jan. 29, 2006 @ 3:51 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell Double Agent will completely revolutionize and reinvent the spy action genre by introducing an unprecedented double agent concept and an entirely new breed of game play that adds an exciting new dimension to the gaming experience.
by Rainier on Jan. 29, 2006 @ 3:42 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Koei is working on a sequel to last year's Dynasty Warriors, a battle/strategy game based on a novel of Ancient China. Dynasty Warriors 2nd Evolution ups the ante with over 300 generals, a ton more stages, and a path branching system, 16:9 widescreens and 4 player wifi. All new will be the horse customization allowing you to personalize your ride with items you win in the game.
by Rainier on Jan. 29, 2006 @ 3:00 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Guilty Gear Judgment offers players 2 great games in 1 unbelievable gameplay experience: the fast paced arcade fighting of Guilty Gear X2 # Reload plus a brand new side scrolling play experience in Guilty Gear Judgment!
by Rainier on Jan. 27, 2006 @ 11:25 a.m. PST | Filed under
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World Tour Golf is destined to capture the player's imagination by fusing the features of real-world golf, high-end graphics, accurate animation and a unique control system.
by Rainier on Jan. 27, 2006 @ 10:21 a.m. PST | 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 Rainier on Jan. 27, 2006 @ 9:39 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Cyanide and Focus are pleased to announce that Wintersport Pro 2006, aka Winter Challenge, has reached the Gold Master stage. Wintersport Pro 2006 is based on the upcoming Olympic Wintersports in Torino, and will feature 16 disciplines (skiing, bobsled, skijumping etc.) and over 700 athletes from 29 countries, as well as multiplayer.
by Rainier on Jan. 26, 2006 @ 10:19 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Ubisoft announced today that Splinter Cell Double Agent is getting pushed back from its original March 2006 date, all the way to September. Reason for the delay is to have a synchronized launch on all platforms, including the X360.
by Rainier on Jan. 26, 2006 @ 9:01 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Konami announced The Silent Hill Experience for the PSP, a behind-the-scenes look at the Silent Hill franchise. Using an intuitive 3D interface, SH fans will be able to view all-new digital interactive comics, listen to music from the Silent Hill games, and watch exclusive video content, including an interview with the director of the upcoming Silent Hill movie.
by Rainier on Jan. 26, 2006 @ 8:21 a.m. PST | Filed under
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SEGA today announced Super Monkey Ball Adventure, an all-new narrative driven and platform based style of gameplay, along with brand new Monkey Ball abilities and a bunch of fresh new characters, adding 50 new and original puzzles to this new and exciting gaming experience.
by Rainier on Jan. 26, 2006 @ 7:47 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Majesco today announced handheld installments of the popular Guilty Gear fighting series. Guilty Gear Dust Strikers for the NDS and Guilty Gear Judgment for the PSP, both developed by ARC System Works, are due in early spring.
by Rainier on Jan. 26, 2006 @ 7:19 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Revealed a few days ago, Sony todya officially announced that Killzone is to make its debut on the PSP with Killzone: Liberation, an all new action packed instalment in the Killzone series has been developed specially for PSP and will feature a new intelligent third-person camera system – ideally suited for handheld gaming.
by Rainier on Jan. 26, 2006 @ 1:01 a.m. PST | Filed under
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EVO: Phase One will be one of the first gaming systems to ship with a standard customized liquid cooling system, CoolIT Systems Inc. has partnered with Envizions to design a state-of-the-art cooling system that will greatly enhance, EVO's overall, performance. Read more for details and specs ...
by Joe Keiser on Jan. 26, 2006 @ 12:07 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Midway Arcade Treasures: Extended Play is a massive compilation featuring 21 retro Midway arcade titles featuring select games from both Midway Arcade Treasures and Midway Arcade Treasures 2.
by Rainier on Jan. 25, 2006 @ 8:59 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Ys: The Ark of Napishtim is a new chapter in the adventures of the red-headed hero, Adol Christin. Adol embarks on his greatest adventure yet as he explores hidden islands in the great vortex of Canaan. He battles with three magical swords imbued with elemental powers to uncover the secrets that lie in Canaan’s mysterious whirlpools.
by Rainier on Jan. 25, 2006 @ 8:56 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Winning Eleven 9 shoots and scores with the renowned on-the-money controls that create the most authentic soccer experience in gaming history. Featuring real players, a large variety of licensed teams, photo-realistic graphics, and a huge variety of stadiums, gamers will be able to re-create the same excitement that surrounds the world's most popular sport.
by Rainier on Jan. 25, 2006 @ 8:18 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Street Supremacy is a team-based racing game, designed to bring the super-charged world of street racing to life. Adding to the realism of the unique RPG-style racing gameplay is a compelling wireless multi-player battle mode and numerous licensed vehicles with unique enhancements.
by Rainier on Jan. 25, 2006 @ 7:47 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Konami today announced Steel Horizon for the PSP and NDS, offering both turn-based and real-time strategy gameplay, offering players complete control of Naval fleets outfitted with a variety of ships such as battleships, aircraft carriers, cruisers, destroyers and submarines, both single player and wireless multiplayer modes.
by Rainier on Jan. 25, 2006 @ 7:13 p.m. PST | Filed under
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The Metal Gear Ac!d series combines the world of the Metal Gear Solid series with an intellectually-driven, tactical stealth card game. Players use action and weapon cards to guide Solid Snake through a barrage of missions while utilizing strategic thinking and planned out tactical maneuvers to accomplish the mission objectives.
by Rainier on Jan. 25, 2006 @ 7:05 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Konami's Chess Battle combines intense 3D graphics and storytelling with a variety of single and multiplayer game modes for the ultimate chess experience. Players can choose to battle as one of five fully interactive 3D chess sets, including magicians, an aquatic civilization, cybernetic beings, forest-dwelling spirits and servants of chaos -- or have the option to play using a classic 3D or 2D chess set.