by Rainier on May 12, 2008 @ 11:14 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Regardless of gameplay ability, Buzz! Junior Jungle Party provides a social gaming experience for gamers and non-gamers alike as the games utilize the pick-up and play Buzz! buzzer peripherals instead of a game controller.
by Rainier on May 12, 2008 @ 11:05 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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FaceBreaker offers irreverent fun, immersive gameplay and eye-popping stylized graphics. In this in-your-face, arcade world full of ego-wielding characters, each boxer comes to life with unique attributes and distinct personal style. Suretone/Artwerk band From First To Last will have three new songs on the soundtrack as well as being featured as animated characters within the game itself.
by Rainier on May 12, 2008 @ 9:47 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Set in the Peruvian jungle, Pitfall: The Big Adventure combines the action of reptile dodging and vine swinging with clever puzzles. The game will feature over 60 levels spanning lush rainforests, creature-filled caves, and glacial mountains.
by Rainier on May 12, 2008 @ 9:42 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Black Bean's fast paced racing game SBK-08 Superbike World Championship, developed by Milestone, is the officially licensed WSBK, and will storm the next-gen consoles with brand new features and enhancements.
by Rainier on May 12, 2008 @ 9:35 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Re-imagined for an even more intense arcade shooter experience, Assault Heroes 2 expands its horizons into outer space, featuring hijackable enemy vehicles, many more levels and an enhanced co-operative gameplay mode.
by Rainier on May 12, 2008 @ 9:34 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Tamagotchi Connection: Corner Shop 3 for the NDS features the most robust store lineup to date, with 13 brand new shops to run and expand, a park to design and visit, and the ability to trade journals with your friends wirelessly.
by Rainier on May 12, 2008 @ 9:23 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Following the hectic, time-management style gameplay of the original Cake Mania, and the branching storyline of Cake Mania 2, Cake Mania: In The Mix! introduces all-new characters, motion-based mini-games and a unique co-op mode where cake baking heroine Jill Evans receives some much needed assistance.
by Rainier on May 12, 2008 @ 9:15 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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SS3: Arms For Victory is the 3rd installment in the RTS franchise, adding interface innovations, huge troop numbers and enormous map designs demonstrating that size does matter. The free Ardennes Offensive add-on features two multiplayer maps, a new campaign (2 missions) and one additional standalone mission.
by Rainier on May 12, 2008 @ 9:12 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Polish game developer/publisher City Interactive has signed a license agreement with Nintendo granting it a license to develop and publish games for the NDS on the European, Australian & New Zealand markets, with a future option to further expand the scope of the deal. The Warsaw-based developer is now planning to launch two Nintendo DS titles, I Love Beauty and Sushi Academy, both slated for a Q3 2008 release.
by Rainier on May 12, 2008 @ 9:09 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Grey Dog Software's latest sports management simulation title, Total Extreme Wrestling 2008, allows you to take on the role of a wrestling promoter, where it is up to you to try and steer your chosen company to the top of the industry.
by Rainier on May 12, 2008 @ 9:05 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Blizzard announced plans for its third BlizzCon gaming convention, a celebration of the global player communities surrounding its Warcraft, StarCraft, and Diablo franchises, to be held at the Anaheim Convention Center in Anaheim, California on 10 and 11 October.
by Rainier on May 12, 2008 @ 6:12 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Audiosurf is a music-adapting puzzle racer where the shape, the speed, and the mood of each ride is determined by the song you choose. UK-based label Aardvark Records will supply Audiosurf with its extensive catalogue of pop, rock and dance tracks.
by Rainier on May 12, 2008 @ 5:43 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Skate It has players riding with the skate pros, owning the best spots in San Vanelona and pulling off the sickest tricks using the popular FlickIt controls. Loaded with all-new gameplay features, Skate It breaks new ground by introducing innovative support for the Wii Balance Board which gives players a fresh way to create their own signature skateboarding style.
by Rainier on May 12, 2008 @ 5:43 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Nintendo's new WiiWare service tears down limitations for how developers create games – and the way people receive them. Starting today, Wii owners with an Internet connection can download new, creative games from a wide range of developers, from large publishers to indie shops.
by Rainier on May 12, 2008 @ 3:52 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Pyroblazer is a futuristic combat racing game set amidst the awe-inspiring locations of New Apeiron, where players get the opportunity to race through a multitude of environments using a wide selection of anti-gravity craft known as Blazers.
by Rainier on May 12, 2008 @ 3:48 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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To celebrate today’s launch of the new WiiWare downloadable game service for Wii, there will be no Virtual Console games added today. But don’t worry – next week the Wii-kly Update will be back to its regular Monday schedule, bringing Wii owners information about the best classic Virtual Console titles and coolest new WiiWare games.
by Reggie Carolipio on May 12, 2008 @ 2:58 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Rockstar is bringing its open-ended crime series to the next-gen consoles with Grand Theft Auto IV, returning the franchise to New York situated around the mysterious protagonist Nikolai.
by Rainier on May 12, 2008 @ 2:47 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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According the
German SEGA blog, who was also first to unveil Sonic Unleashed a few weeks back, a sequel to the Dreamcast RPG Skies of Arcadia is in the works, scheduled to be officially announced later this year. While there are no further details revealed, more information should be come available at the Tokyo Game Show, although it is said a PS3 version of the game is a possibility.
Based on the popular cartoon series of the 1960s, Rocky and Bullwinkle on Xbox Live Arcade is a fast and fun party experience packed with more than 100 micro games. Eight playable characters from Frostbite Falls are back in the living room, including Rocky, Bullwinkle, Boris, Natasha, Dudley Do-Right and many more.
by Rainier on May 12, 2008 @ 1:40 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Even though the original SingStar allows gamers to expand their tracklist through the constantly updated Singstore, Vol. 2 not only add 30 new tracks, but also a new Harmony Duet mode, and browsing of the Singstore via PSP.
by Rainier on May 12, 2008 @ 1:15 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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PGR 4 tries to create an emotionally-charged racing experience, where players become attached to their careers, profiles and vehicles as their growing fan base will cheer them on, react to their every move and support them through victory. Last PGR4 content was back in February and
according to Bizarre Creations, who got
acquired by Activision, we shouldn't expect any more DLCs from them, as they have handed over the reigns to Microsoft, and currently there are no plans from their side.
by Rainier on May 12, 2008 @ 1:04 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Nexuiz is a free 3D deathmatch game that is simply first person shooting reduced to the very basics with perfect weapon balancing. The new v2.4.2 adds new Onslaught gamemode, new map, new announcer sounds/voices, lag and crash fixes, team message binds, new server tools, etc...
by Rainier on May 11, 2008 @ 3:54 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Gothic 4 is set 10 years after the last installment and situated on multiple southern islands, each with unique flora & fauna according to various climate zones. The game will feature a day & night cycle, changing weather, and depending on the time of day altering spell casting abilities. Spellbound is listening to fan feedback and have implemented requests such as mountable animals.
by Lee Berlik on May 11, 2008 @ 1:48 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Rainbow Six Vegas 2 adds new gameplay features and even more stunning visuals. Players will encounter a solo campaign that uses new tactical possibilities in various locations around Sin City, co-op and adversarial modes, while providing unprecedented interaction between the solo and multiplayer experience.
by Rainier on May 10, 2008 @ 3:15 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Created by the same team that developed Fight Night Round 3, FaceBreaker offers irreverent fun, immersive gameplay and eye-popping stylized graphics. In this in-your-face, arcade world full of ego-wielding characters, each boxer comes to life with unique attributes and distinct personal style.