by Rainier on Oct. 15, 2007 @ 10:34 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Commander: Europe at War is the first in a series of high-level, turn-based strategy games, jointly developed by Firepower Entertainment and Slitherine Software. This v1.04 patch adds balance changes, general improvements, cheaper research labs, hotkeys and the ability to name units, etc.
by Rainier on Oct. 15, 2007 @ 9:53 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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This week, play Every Extend Extra Extreme, an explosive new twist on the puzzle-shooter genre and also check out Speedball 2: Brutal Deluxe, a reboot of the classic futuristic sports game for Xbox LIVE Arcade. Both games will be available worldwide Oct. 17, 2007, at 9:00 a.m. GMT (2:00 a.m. PDT), for 800 Microsoft Points.
by Rainier on Oct. 15, 2007 @ 9:42 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Overclocked, developed by House of Tales team, known for The Moment of Silence, is a psychological thriller which uses many technical innovations and a surprising narrative approach to form an eerily real gaming experience.
by Rainier on Oct. 15, 2007 @ 9:32 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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In Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games players will compete in events (100m track, table tennis, swimming etc.) that take place in venues based on the official Beijing 2008 Olympic Games, against a supporting cast of characters from the worlds of both Mario and Sonic, including Luigi, Knuckles, Yoshi, Tails and more.
by Rainier on Oct. 15, 2007 @ 9:23 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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The Fighter Collection and the Eagle Dynamics development studio will release the new benchmark in PC air combat simulation in 2008 with the release of Digital Combat Simulator: Black Shark, a simulation of the Russian Ka-50 attack helicopter and will be the flagship title of the new DCS series.
by Rainier on Oct. 15, 2007 @ 9:21 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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NinjaBee announced its newest expansion pack, Ninja Sticks of Fury, for the Band of Bugs title. With this new expansion pack comes a new shadowy character, new achievements and a bigger challenge than anything that came before it.
by Rainier on Oct. 15, 2007 @ 9:16 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Oblivion is a single-player RPG that takes place in Tamriel's capital province, Cyrodiil. You are given the task of finding the hidden heir to an empty throne, the previous emperor having been killed by an unknown assassin. As promised, Bethesda has released the final 'Fighter’s Stronghold' plugin, free for only 1 week.
by Rainier on Oct. 15, 2007 @ 9:12 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Another day, another batch of games shipped to stores. Instead of giving them all their own posts, we grouped them, and so far there are announcements for:
by Rainier on Oct. 15, 2007 @ 9:05 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Bus Driver is a realistic simulation of a bus driver's duty, offering over ten different kinds of buses to drive, an expansive city environment with various districts, and over two dozen routes with varying weather conditions set at differing times of day.
by Alicia on Oct. 15, 2007 @ 6:09 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Zack & Wiki: Quest for Barbaros' Treasure is a puzzle adventure game that utilizes the control mechanics of the Wii Remote and allows player to explore a variety of wondrous environments and stages, solve puzzles and interact with the world in search of a legendary pirate ship and the ultimate pursuit of becoming the greatest pirate ever.
by Rainier on Oct. 15, 2007 @ 6:00 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Today Nintendo added three more classic games to the Wii's Shop Channel. Wii owners with high-speed Internet access can redeem Wii Points to download the following titles: Gate of Thunder, Metal Marines and Ninja Gaiden II: The Dark Sword of Chaos.
by Rainier on Oct. 15, 2007 @ 5:56 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Lost Odyssey is the story of Kaim, an immortal character who has lived more than 1,000 years and doesn’t remember his past and doesn’t know where his future lies. Throughout Kaim’s journey, a handful of characters will join him on an odyssey to discover their intricate past and destiny, leading players through a dramatic story of massive scale.
by Rainier on Oct. 15, 2007 @ 5:47 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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According to
Surfer Girl's blog, Insomniac is working on a Resistance: Fall of Man sequel, scheduled for Nov. 2008. While the original was set during WWII, Resistance: Fall of Man 2 is set on U.S. soil (San Francisco, Chicago, etc.) as the Chimera invasion hits American shores. Multiplayer will feature vehicles and three new aircrafts, and there will be a cliffhanger ending, indicating there might be a third title in the franchise.
by Rainier on Oct. 15, 2007 @ 4:34 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Company of Heroes: Opposing Fronts allows players to fight as the tenacious British 2nd Army during the heroic World War II liberation of Caen, France, and command the German Panzer Elite as they struggle to repel the largest airborne invasion in history. THQ has released a v2.102 patch for the original COH, as well as the recent expansion, to tweak units and address various bugs.
by Rainier on Oct. 15, 2007 @ 4:31 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Nippon Ichi Software announced today that it is bringing its tactical RPG franchise to the PS3. Just like the previous installments, Disgaea 3 stays true to its roots and remains in 2D, and while details are limited, it's scheduled for released in Japan sometime in 2008.
by Rainier on Oct. 15, 2007 @ 4:10 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2008 will let players take the fight into their own hands with the debut of Superstar Fighting Styles. The game features 8 unique styles, each having its own strategy and exclusive attributes.
As promised, a playable demo is available on Xbox Live, allowing you to play an exhibition match using the RAW, SmackDown and ECW arenas, solo or two-player head-to-head.
by Rainier on Oct. 15, 2007 @ 3:58 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Supreme Commander: Forged Alliance follows the epic story of the original game in the aftermath of the Infinite War, offering a mysterious new alien faction, the Seraphim, an all-new single-player campaign and more than 100 new units to master on the path to galactic domination.
by Rainier on Oct. 15, 2007 @ 3:49 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Playlogic announces it has acquired RTL Enterprises' point-and-click adventure game Simon the Sorcerer 4: Chaos Happens, in which players take control of the witty sorcerer during his new quest in the Magic World.
by Rainier on Oct. 15, 2007 @ 3:10 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Revealed at Leipzig Games Convention, SouthPeak Games announced a new twist on the racing genre in the form of Iridium Runners, placing gamers into a futuristic world where they are literally running for their lives.
by Rainier on Oct. 15, 2007 @ 2:46 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Battlestar Galactica is an action-packed top-down space combat game set in the universe of the sci-fi television show. Sign up to defend the Galactica, or play as the ruthless Cylons as they seek to remove the human menace from existence.
by Rainier on Oct. 15, 2007 @ 2:36 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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SEGA's Condemned 2: Bloodshot is a first-person action thriller immersing players in a world of psychological terror, featuring all-new fighting mechanics and online multiplayer functionality. Monolith Productions' Senior Producer Dave Hasle tells us more about pushing the game into alpha stage.
by Rainier on Oct. 15, 2007 @ 2:20 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Commanders: Attack of the Genos is a gripping turn-based tactical game with a combination of strategic troop placement and entertaining head-to-head warfare.
by Rainier on Oct. 15, 2007 @ 2:13 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Assault Heroes puts players into a heavily armed 4X4, maneuverable speed boat or trusty military-issue footwear, blasting their way through enemy-infested territory while being assaulted by waves of formidable enemies with unrelenting attacks.
by Rainier on Oct. 15, 2007 @ 2:07 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Define your legacy. Awaken your inner-beast. Fight with one of Artemis' three powerful warriors to the ultimate confrontation with Gorgon herself. Spanning treacherous dungeons consisting of countless enemies, heinous and powerful bosses, your warriors will embark on a trek of unimaginable proportions.
by Sanford May on Oct. 15, 2007 @ 12:52 a.m. PDT | Filed under
Reviews
NHL 2K8 will leverage all of the next generation capabilities, featuring innovative gameplay, revolutionary player models and stunning visuals to create an entirely new hockey experience.