by Rainier on Feb. 26, 2008 @ 8:32 p.m. PST | Filed under
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A few weeks ago Capcom filed a preemptive lawsuit against MKR Group, producer of 1979's George A. Romero's Dawn of the Dead, to avoid being sued over the similarities between the two properties. However MKR
filed complaint in U.S. District Court in New York claiming both products are "dark comedies," that "the recreational activities of the zombies and absurdly grotesque 'kill scenes' provide unexpected comedic relief," as well as "Both works provided thoughtful social commentary on the 'mall culture' zeitgeist, in addition to serving up a sizable portion of sensationalistic violence." To be continued ...
by Rainier on Feb. 26, 2008 @ 5:34 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Midway Games' NBA Ballers: Chosen One marks the return if fast-paced one-on-one and two-on-two action as players can select from more than 65 NBA superstars to be the next "Chosen One".
by Rainier on Feb. 26, 2008 @ 5:28 p.m. PST | Filed under
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A few weeks back rumors surfaced claiming that the Xbox 360 failure rate was way higher than Microsoft previously admitted, and now SquareTrade's latest warranty report confirms that the numbers (16.4%) are indeed correct. Tracking showed 171 claims were made on a sample group of 1040 Xbox 360, although it has to be noted, the units were purchased first half of 2007.
by Rainier on Feb. 26, 2008 @ 2:38 p.m. PST | Filed under
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LittleBigPlanet is a community-based game where players meet on a blue and green planet scattered with individual plots, and use their character's abilities to play, create and share what they build with other gamers throughout the world via PS Network.
by Rainier on Feb. 26, 2008 @ 2:32 p.m. PST | Filed under
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38 Studios has entered into an agreement with BigWorld to license its BigWorld Technology Suite, providing 38 Studios with the tools and technologies to support an unparalleled Online Entertainment Experience for its upcoming MMO game.
by Rainier on Feb. 26, 2008 @ 2:19 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Gran Turismo 5 Prologue, a prequel to the full GT 5 release, will be available for download, and on Blu-ray. GT 5 Prologue will sport improved AI, and for the first time include multiplayer up to 16 cars, with integrated with online features, such as a profile editor and an online event calendar.
by Rainier on Feb. 26, 2008 @ 2:05 p.m. PST | Filed under
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In this pair of action-packed adventures, players journey as actual Pokémon through a fantastic land untouched by humans. Before the game starts, players take a test to help them figure out which of 16 Pokémon best represents their personalities.
by Rainier on Feb. 26, 2008 @ 12:47 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Battle 40-foot waves, storms, ice and a nearly 100-percent crewmember injury rate in the dangerous hunt for undersea riches on the Bering Sea with the new video game Deadliest Catch Alaskan Storm.
by Rainier on Feb. 26, 2008 @ 12:03 p.m. PST | 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 Feb. 26, 2008 @ 11:39 a.m. PST | Filed under
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In preparation of its Q2 2008 launch SCEA will be bundling MGS 4 with a 80GB PS3 and a Dualshock 3 wireless controller ($499). Similarly, the of God of War PSP bundle (June/$199) will include the game, a "Deep Red" PSP with God of War himself, Kratos, silk-screened on the back of the unit, Superbad movie on UMD, and a download voucher for Syphon Filter: Combat Ops.
by Rainier on Feb. 26, 2008 @ 10:08 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Haze puts you in the boots of a new recruit in the privately run Mantel army. Your conflict begins in a war-torn country where you have been sent to fight a vicious rebel faction, the Promise Hand.
by Rainier on Feb. 26, 2008 @ 10:07 a.m. PST | Filed under
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The first expansion for The Settlers: Rise Of An Empire adds a new campaign with 8 missions, a new climate zone (India), a new profession (geologist), a new hero (Princess Saraya), weather influence, as well as new buildings, ornaments, and more.
by Rainier on Feb. 26, 2008 @ 9:45 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Take inspiration from competing in the world's most exciting racing cars on legendary circuits and iconic city streets and then get creative with the most powerful track editor in portable gaming, and set to offer the most complete pick-up-and-play pocket racing package, complete with stunning visuals.
by Rainier on Feb. 26, 2008 @ 9:39 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Core Fighter is Anchorcast Entertainment's fast-paced 2D shooter melding thrilling top-down action with free-roaming exploration, bringing the streamlined features of a modern first-person shooter to the classic gameplay of 2D action games from the past.
by Rainier on Feb. 26, 2008 @ 9:22 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Deca Sports, known in some parts of Europe as Sports Island, is an athletic offering, pulling together ten sporting events and pushing the player to their limits, fully using the Nunchuk/Wiimote to control your Mii like characters, including multiplayer.
by Rainier on Feb. 26, 2008 @ 8:54 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Re-designed for the PC, Mass Effect, co-developed by Bioware & Demiurge Studios, invites players to take the role of Commander Shepard as they set out on an adventure to save the galaxy from imminent destruction. Wrought with treachery, heroism, difficult decisions and a universe filled with unique and colorful species, Mass Effect delivers a truly compelling storyline.
by Rainier on Feb. 26, 2008 @ 8:45 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Guild Wars is a competitive online RPG with an emphasis on rewarding player skill. In large head-to-head guild battles, cooperative group combat, and single player missions, players will explore a fantasy world while pursuing professions and acquiring skills to develop their own personalized character.
by Rainier on Feb. 26, 2008 @ 8:41 a.m. PST | Filed under
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SouthPeak Games announced two downloadable content expansions for its open-world RPG Two Worlds, adding a host of new content to its multiplayer universe, featuring first and foremost an entirely new player-versus-player mode based around controlling key areas of a map.
by Brad Hilderbrand on Feb. 26, 2008 @ 6:40 a.m. PST | Filed under
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In LEGO Batman gamers will have the ability to roam the streets of LEGO Gotham City as Batman or Robin, and even take control of the villains while manipulating gadgets and building/operating vehicles in co-op gameplay.
by Rainier on Feb. 26, 2008 @ 6:35 a.m. PST | Filed under
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SEGA's Universe at War: Earth Assault is a combat-intensive RTS game enlisting players in an epic struggle to prevent total alien domination of planet Earth. Petroglyph has released details on the upcoming second patch including 4 new skirmish/multiplayer maps, bug fixes, and the usual gameplay/balance tweaks.
by Rainier on Feb. 26, 2008 @ 6:21 a.m. PST | Filed under
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As
revealed yesterday, the deliciously despotic Overlord and his horde of raucous minions are coming to the PS3. Set in a seriously twisted fantasy world, Overlord: Raising Hell is an action adventure that has players being ruthless, determined, and even a little despotic as they pillage lands and conquer kingdoms in order to be proclaimed the all-powerful Overlord.
by Rainier on Feb. 26, 2008 @ 5:45 a.m. PST | Filed under
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While
Runaway 3 isn't exactly a secret, Pendulo Studios today revealed the first minor details of the third installment in the adventure franchise. At GDC 08, the Italian developer showed the first bits, indicating that Runaway: A Twist of Fate will have a more somber mood and darker setting than previous titles in the series.
by Rainier on Feb. 26, 2008 @ 5:28 a.m. PST | Filed under
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D3Publisher of America's Bangai-O Spirits, a re-imagination of their ‘90s cult classic, is a compelling blend of twitch-fest shooter and puzzler genres, seasoned with strategic and tactical elements.
by Brad Hilderbrand on Feb. 26, 2008 @ 4:55 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Running With Scissors' Postal III will employ the Valve's Source engine to deliver a new and advanced technical level of social satire and politically incorrect virtual violence, featuring motion-captured performances by a wide array of celebrities – from film stars to Playboy Playmates – as well as a storyline that offers gamers vast latitude in terms of their behavior.
by Rainier on Feb. 26, 2008 @ 4:40 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Witches is a next-gen 3rd person tactical combat game where players find themselves in terrifying dark medieval surroundings in an epic struggle for survival against the repellent deformed Hordes of the Beast, an evil creature that has established a reign of slavery and terror throughout the land.