by Judy on Sept. 23, 2004 @ 9:54 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Sammy Studios today announced that "Iron Phoenix" will support Xbox Live 3.0 when it releases in the first quarter of 2005. "Iron Phoenix," the first-ever 16-player online fighting game, will incorporate features built into the latest iteration of Xbox Live that allow players to form teams as well as organize and host tournaments.
by Judy on Sept. 23, 2004 @ 9:47 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Prince of Persia: Warrior Within features a deep, mysterious storyline starring a darker, edgier Prince who is vigilant in his quest to unseal his mortal destiny. Read more for new screens & trailer ...
by Judy on Sept. 23, 2004 @ 9:46 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Midway today announced the development of Fear & Respect, an innovative action/adventure videogame based in the intense, urban environment of South Central Los Angeles. The game is being developed in collaboration with writer/director John Singleton (Boyz N the Hood, Baby Boy, 2 Fast 2 Furious).
by Judy on Sept. 23, 2004 @ 7:32 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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"Forza Motorsport" gives Xbox gamers who are passionate about cars and racing the opportunity to own, customize, and race their favorite cars in a realistic driving simulation. From sport compacts to LeMans prototypes, players use earnings from hundreds of races to buy upgrades and aftermarket parts so they can transform real production cars into high-performance race cars.
by Judy on Sept. 23, 2004 @ 2:06 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Experience the first console RPG set in The Lord of the Rings universe in The Lord of the Rings, The Third Age. Travel in the wake of the Fellowship in a unique structure that allows players to explore their own path while periodically intersecting the major events of New Line Cinema’s film trilogy.
by Judy on Sept. 22, 2004 @ 11:03 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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"Jade Empire" is set in a new fantastical world based on mythical China, where sinister events have upset the peaceful harmony of an isolated martial arts school. Featuring furious action previously found only in Hong Kong cinema, the game lets players master more than 30 fighting styles and a wide range of mystical powers.
by Judy on Sept. 22, 2004 @ 11:01 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Star Wars fans around the world have spent more than $115,000,000 on in-home Star Wars entertainment. Single day sales for the most requested DVDs of all time, the Star Wars Trilogy, combined with the release of the new Star Wars Battlefront have set yet another benchmark for the most popular entertainment franchise in the world.
by Judy on Sept. 22, 2004 @ 10:21 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Trigger Man is a 3rd person, mission-based action/adventure game that immerses the player in the role of an underworld hit man. Trigger Man takes players to the seamy loading docks and glitzy casinos that are frequented by the 'capos', 'consiglieri' and the 'made men' of two warring families.
by Judy on Sept. 22, 2004 @ 5:12 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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In TimeSplitters Future Perfect, Cortez - the hero from previous installments - returns with humanity on the brink of destruction. With the help of some familiar faces (some very familiar!) he must chase a mystery foe across different time periods to trace the origins of the TimeSplitters and save the day.
by Judy on Sept. 22, 2004 @ 11:12 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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EA today announced that NHL 2005 has hit stores worldwide. Shipped under the EA SPORTS brand, NHL 2005 delivers top-shelf gameplay that captures the speed, flow and hard-hitting action of pro hockey.
by Judy on Sept. 22, 2004 @ 7:54 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Bobby "Scaler" Jenkins got more than he bargained for when he stumbled upon his next door neighbor’s evil plot to take over the world by stealing all the lizards and training them to become his mutant army. Bobby takes on his enemies in ways kids will only have dreamed of…by transforming into one of them. Take2 sent us a Q&A with A2M's writer/producer David Artuso.
by Judy on Sept. 22, 2004 @ 3:14 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Experience the first console RPG set in The Lord of the Rings universe in The Lord of the Rings, The Third Age. Travel in the wake of the Fellowship in a unique structure that allows players to explore their own path while periodically intersecting the major events of New Line Cinema’s film trilogy. Check these 50+ new screens ...
by Judy on Sept. 22, 2004 @ 2:48 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell Chaos Theory will offer a high adrenaline experience thanks to never seen before close range attacks, a totally open level design, a completely immersive and interactive environment, and challenging advanced AI.
by Judy on Sept. 22, 2004 @ 2:36 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Chicago Enforcer puts the player in the role of a 1930's enforcer for Al Capone's notorious crime network. Utilize multiple weapons to force your way to the top of the crime syndicate or try your luck against other Xbox Live subscribers on the custom multiplayer levels. Read more for details and screens..
by Judy on Sept. 22, 2004 @ 1:30 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Taking place in a massive, free-roaming city featuring five distinct interconnected neighborhoods, NFSU 2 delivers an immersive game world where the streets are your menus. As you explore the city, you’ll encounter rival racers who will school you in the ways of the underground and tip you off to the hottest racing spots in town.
by Eric on Sept. 22, 2004 @ 12:38 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Burnout 3 takes the series even further, now featuring a unique 'crash and burn' racing concept and a one-of-a-kind special effects engine that delivers spectacular visuals. The intensity heats up as players race, and often crash, their way through oncoming traffic in an attempt to claim the top spot.
by Judy on Sept. 21, 2004 @ 6:05 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Due out in late 2004, Fight Club, developed by Genuine Games, is set to deliver an intense experience that will combine the characters, settings, artistic style, and story elements from the movie with a realistic fighting system that will appeal to both hardcore and casual gamers. Read more to check some new screens ...
by Judy on Sept. 21, 2004 @ 2:57 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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SEGA today announced the launch of Headhunter: Redemption for the PlayStation 2 and Xbox. Dark and cinematic, Headhunter: Redemption is a must-have title for fans of the action/stealth genre.
by Judy on Sept. 21, 2004 @ 12:37 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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STOLEN is an ultra realistic, third person, stealth-based, action game based around a high-tech female thief. Along with innovative high-tech stealth/robbery game actions and events, STOLEN also boasts some truly amazing technical and presentational features to give it a spectacular look that will captivate gamers.
by Judy on Sept. 21, 2004 @ 10:47 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Ubisoft today announced Tork: Prehistoric Punk for the Xbox, a high-spirited, fast-paced action-adventure game, allows gamers to play as Tork, a fearless and determined cave boy hero who has magical powers that allow him to travel through time and transform into other creatures. Read more for details and the first screens...
by Judy on Sept. 21, 2004 @ 10:01 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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EA announced that Tiger Woods PGA TOUR 2005 is available in stores today on four platforms. With exclusive partnerships with the PGA TOUR and the world's most famous golfer, Tiger Woods, EA SPORTS' industry leading golf title provides players new game features that extend the appeal to both golf and videogame fans.
by Judy on Sept. 21, 2004 @ 8:19 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Crave Entertainment and Empire Interactive today announced the release of Bad Boys: Miami Takedown for the PlayStation 2, Xbox and GameCube. Based on the movies, this officially licensed game features first and third person action on the streets and waterways of Miami and an MSRP of $19.99.
by Judy on Sept. 21, 2004 @ 7:37 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Codemasters announced today the anticipated stealth action title Second Sight has shipped to retail outlets nationwide for the PlayStation 2, Xbox and GameCube.
by Judy on Sept. 21, 2004 @ 7:35 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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The mutant battle rages on to North American retail shelves with the release of Activision, Inc.'s X-Men Legends. An epic action-RPG featuring a compelling storyline written by former X-Men comic book writers.
by Judy on Sept. 21, 2004 @ 4:37 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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LucasArts officially announced today the release of the highly anticipated Star Wars Battlefront, an intense open-ended single-player and multiplayer action game that lets players re-live all of the epic battles from the classic and prequel Star Wars film trilogies.