by Rainier on Jan. 1, 2006 @ 1:30 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Get the Rage Rider trailer off WP (15mb)
Rage Rider is a combat racing game for the Sony PlayStation Portable (PSP). It is devoted to violent motorcycle racing events in which racers can battle their opponents in a variety of ways - from kicks and punches to melee weapons (such as baseball bats, lead pipes, etc.) and firearms (pistols, sawn-off shotguns, etc.). Therefore, the player has two ways of achieving first place - he can either improve the power of his vehicle to be faster, or slow down his opponents with attacks or even by kicking them off
by Rainier on Jan. 1, 2006 @ 1:30 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Splinter Cell: Pandora Tomorrow will bring back more of the single-player intrigue that made the original game a bestseller. With exciting new action scenes and a strong cinematic feel, the player will experience new and even more realistic surroundings.
by Agustin on Jan. 1, 2006 @ 12:01 a.m. PST | Filed under
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The Legend of Heroes is a single-player turn-based role-playing game featuring more than 100 unique characters to interact with, over 50 hours of gameplay and a deeply involving story line that unfolds in one of the most beautifully crafted 3D environments available on the PSP.
by Rainier on Dec. 30, 2005 @ 1:17 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Fallen Lords: Condemnation is a spectacular 3D fighting adventure set in the Afterworld, a kingdom of endless war as the Forces of Light, the Forces of Darkness and the Souls of the Purgatory battle for the precarious balance of the world. This demo includes two missions (one for Angeles side, one for Almes), but is entirely in Spanish (
Thanks 3DGamers.) Read more for download links ...
by Rainier on Dec. 30, 2005 @ 4:14 a.m. PST | Filed under
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The Chronicles of Spellborn is a massively multiplayer online role-playing game set in the Enclave of the Five Sacrifices. Developed by Dutch studio Khaeon Games, previously known for Alpha Black Zero, Spellborn uses the Unreal 2.5 Engine. The closed beta test is currently underway, more people will be allowed to join in the coming months.
by Rainier on Dec. 28, 2005 @ 3:39 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Japanese publisher Idea Factory revealed one of its newest projects, Spectral Force 3: Innocent Rage for the Xbox 360. Known for RPGs such as , Idea has tapped XPEC Entertainment as developer for the new next-gen title which is currently scheduled for April 2006 in Japan. No additional details are available at this point but it is safe to assume that the SF3 will make the franchise transistion from 2D to 3D. If you master the Japanese language, you can also check
the official website.
by Rainier on Dec. 27, 2005 @ 8:12 a.m. PST | Filed under
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When
in October Eidos revealed its FPS Zero Tolerance: City Under Fire it seemed to be a new product, but then as it turned out it was in fact the now defunct Argonaut Games' Roll Call. On
Nov. 18 2005 we reported that Eidos was getting sued for Copyright Infringement in North America and had to explain its case before the U.S. Patent Office as Zero Tolerance was a 1994 Megadrive game with that same name, from developer Technopop. As a result Zero Tolerance is now known as Urban Chaos : Riot Response.
by Rainier on Dec. 25, 2005 @ 6:08 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Syphon Filter: Dark Mirror is scheduled to be released in North America March 2006 and will not only see the return of Gabe Logan, but also Theresa, Lipan et 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 Dec. 25, 2005 @ 5:47 a.m. PST | Filed under
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MLB '06 continues to build upon the critically acclaimed franchise with new and enhanced features, providing fans with the most realistic baseball videogame available to date.
by Rainier on Dec. 22, 2005 @ 1:21 p.m. PST | Filed under
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The Chronicles of Spellborn is a massively multiplayer online role-playing game set in the Enclave of the Five Sacrifices. Developed by Dutch studio Khaeon Games, previously known for Alpha Black Zero, Spellborn uses the Unreal 2.5 Engine. The closed beta test is currently underway, more people will be allowed to join in the coming months.
by Rainier on Dec. 21, 2005 @ 6:15 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Featuring 41 ski jump ramps including Worldcup venues, you can either compete or be a coach in one of three difficulties, or opt for management mode. After a hard working day, you can also relax with the integrated Quiz Games with over 500 topical questions. 49Games has released a new patch bringing your German retail game to v1.02 and optimizes multiplayer.
by Rainier on Dec. 21, 2005 @ 12:38 p.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 Dec. 21, 2005 @ 10:40 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Today Ubisoft announced that it has signed an exclusive licensing agreement with Taito to publish and distribute three of its titles in 2006. The first title to be released by Ubisoft will be Exit, a puzzle action game for people of all ages, exclusively for the PSP system in February.
by Rainier on Dec. 21, 2005 @ 4:55 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Syphon Filter: Dark Mirror is scheduled to be released in North America spring 2006 and will not only see the return of Gabe Logan, but also Theresa, Lipan et 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. Sony promises near PS2 quality graphics due to the usage of streaming technology.
by Rainier on Dec. 21, 2005 @ 3:07 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Konami of Europe has announced Street Supremacy, a multi-player racing game, specifically developed by Genki for PSP. Due for release in March 2006, Street Supremacy is a high-octane racing title featuring a wealth of licensed vehicles.
by Rainier on Dec. 20, 2005 @ 12:00 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Officers is a 3D RTS game with RPG-elements, where the player acts as a military commander. Among key features of the game is interaction between the gamer and the environment. Taking advantage of the SpeedTree technology, the developers enhanced the realism of tree models and their behavior. Three-dimensional, high-poly trees react as the living ones. Leaves are swaying, branches are shaking when e.g. missiles fly or explode near by.
by Joe Keiser on Dec. 20, 2005 @ 12:31 a.m. PST | Filed under
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PoPoLoCrois is a classic fantasy story featuring brand-new sequences from the animated TV series, new playable adventures, plus exciting battles with rich, vibrant colors and cel-shaded 2D graphics. You’ll be hooked on the delightful characters and animated storyline that is fun for all ages.
by Rainier on Dec. 19, 2005 @ 8:53 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Featuring 41 ski jump ramps including Worldcup venues, you can either compete or be a coach in one of three difficulties, or opt for management mode. After a hard working day, you can also relax with the integrated Quiz Games with over 500 topical questions.
by Hank on Dec. 19, 2005 @ 1:38 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Need for Speed Most Wanted delivers a unique, fast-paced and gripping ride in the racing genre as players build up their Rap Sheet and street cred to move their way up the Black List to become the most wanted racer on the streets.
by Rainier on Dec. 19, 2005 @ 1:20 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Reuters is reporting that Sony is on track to double the number of PSP's sold in North America to around 6 million at the end of its first holiday season this year. Although nowhere near the appeal of Apple's iPods, the paperback-sized video game device has increasingly won over movie fans, citing its long load times and akward mini joystick as drawbacks.
by Rainier on Dec. 17, 2005 @ 6:29 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Prince of Persia Revelation, developed by Pipeworks, builds on last year's console success, Prince of Persia Warrior Within, and features original content such as additional puzzles, new maps and redesigned levels.
by Rainier on Dec. 17, 2005 @ 6:00 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Blade Dancer is a new Japanese 3D RPG, under development over at Sony, situated on a mysterious island, and has you play as a young hero Shane. While details are still slim, the game will have a crafting system where you can combine items to create your own unique objects, as well as a 4 player lan and online multiplayer. Scheduled for release March 2006, no European or US date, if at all, has been announced yet.
by Rainier on Dec. 16, 2005 @ 10:00 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Me and My Katamari is the third installment in the Katamari series and delivers more of the simple and addictive game play enjoyed in Katamari Damacy and We Love Katamari, this time for the handheld platform.
by Rainier on Dec. 16, 2005 @ 5:52 p.m. PST | Filed under
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The Academy of Interactive Arts & Sciences announced today that it has added Nintendo's Reggie Fils-Aime, Valve's Gabe Newell and several others to the all-star lineup of speakers for the 2006 D.I.C.E. Summit which takes place at the Green Valley Ranch Hotel in Las Vegas February 8 – 10.
by Rainier on Dec. 16, 2005 @ 2:42 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Massive Incorporated and Spark Unlimited, known for Call of Duty: Finest Hour, today announced that they have signed a long-term, strategic partnership that will deliver several to be disclosed AAA titles to the Massive Network, offering dynamic in-game advertising to Spark's upcoming titles.
