by Rainier on Feb. 21, 2007 @ 4:32 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Atari Europe signed Naruto: Uzumaki Chronicles, an action/adventure title offering players a chance to become Naruto, the aspiring ninja with the power of the Nine-Tailed Fox Spirit sleeping deep within.
by Rainier on Feb. 21, 2007 @ 4:27 a.m. PST | Filed under
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THQ announced plans to bring puzzle powerhouse Tetris Evolution to the next-generation for the first time with all new gameplay modes, multiple customizations, as well as Xbox Live capabilities.
by Rainier on Feb. 21, 2007 @ 4:20 a.m. PST | Filed under
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From the makers of ‘Another Code: Two Memories’, this compelling and multi layered mystery title thrusts players into the midst of a gripping adventure, which they must unravel piece by piece to reveal the hidden secrets.
by Rainier on Feb. 21, 2007 @ 2:03 a.m. PST | Filed under
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According to NPD industry sales figures, Nintendo's Wii outsold both the Xbox 360 and PS3 in the first month of 2007. Still being limited in supply, Nintendo managed to sell 436,000 units, while Microsoft's X360 sales went up 18%, compared to last year, with 294,000 units, leaving Sony's PS3 in third place with 244,000, outsold by the PS2 which went over the counter almost 300,000 times.
by Rainier on Feb. 21, 2007 @ 1:57 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Test Drive Unlimited challenges players online to experience the most exotic and fastest vehicles on more than 1000 miles of diverse Hawaiian roads. Gamers win races, challenges, missions and tournaments to earn credits and purchase new cars, bikes, rare performance parts, clothes, apparel, homes and garages.
by Andrew Hayward on Feb. 21, 2007 @ 12:54 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Prepare to get 'made' in the most compelling and thrilling mafia experience you've ever seen. Work up the ranks of The Mob, from opportunist G.I. fighting in Vietnam, to 'wise guy' on the make, doing deeds and winning favor from the Don in New York City. Aspyr producer Jay Gordon tells us more about Made Man...
by Rainier on Feb. 21, 2007 @ 12:45 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Code of Honor puts you in the jungle boots of a soldier in The French Foreign Legion. The fast-paced solo campaign is based on the Foreign Legion’s most recent, heavily publicized operation: quelling a civil war in Ivory Coast.
by Rainier on Feb. 21, 2007 @ 12:41 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Video Games Live is a concert event featuring music from the biggest video games of all time accompanied by a full orchestra and choir along with completely synchronized state-of-the-art lighting and massive video screens. Nintendo composer Koji Kondo will be making a special appearance at the event and is scheduled to perform one of his favorite melodies from his long and storied career.
by Rainier on Feb. 21, 2007 @ 12:36 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Got Game Entertainment announced a North American retail publishing deal for Mahjongg Artifacts based on the traditional Chinese game, which some believe can be traced back to Confucius, featuring three innovative game modes, gorgeous backgrounds, and songs inspired by ancient cultures.
by Rainier on Feb. 20, 2007 @ 7:54 p.m. PST | Filed under
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The TMNT movie takes place in a New York City plagued by secretive villains and strange, otherworldly creatures. The new NT video game uses the same dark and dangerous environments and adventurous themes featured in the new NT CGI film.
by Rainier on Feb. 20, 2007 @ 7:27 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Gearbox Software let us know that they are looking for a few good men to help in the development of current/new projects. Gearbox Software is hiring Artists, Programmers, a Director of Animation and an Associate Producer. Anyone that is interested can submit their resume and demo reel to gamejobs@gearboxsoftware.com.
by Rainier on Feb. 20, 2007 @ 7:19 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Sins of a Solar Empire is a real-time space strategy title under development at Ironclad Games. Unfolding the fate of three unique factions, Sins of a Solar Empire is the first chapter in an epic science fiction saga.
by Rainier on Feb. 20, 2007 @ 3:31 p.m. PST | Filed under
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The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion lead designer Ken Rolston, who also worked on Elder Scrolls III: Morrowind, has joined Big Huge Games to create a to-be-announced role-playing game.
by Rainier on Feb. 20, 2007 @ 3:26 p.m. PST | Filed under
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EA will celebrate Europe’s most prestigious club soccer tournament, May's UEFA Champions League, with the launch of UEFA Champions League 2006-2007, which will ship to stores worldwide on March 20, 2007.
by Rainier on Feb. 20, 2007 @ 12:40 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Sonic and The Secret Rings stars the Blue dude with the ‘tude on his first solo adventure since the original Sonic The Hedgehog in '91. This intense and exciting action game combines high-speed action with easy to play controls to offer a brand new experience!
by Rainier on Feb. 20, 2007 @ 11:02 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Final Fantasy Tactics is a fantasy turn-based strategy, ported from the 10 year old PSOne game, but with added features such as new characters, exclusive jobs, and added cinematics. No official announcement yet, but Square Enix plans on bringing it to North America.
by Rainier on Feb. 20, 2007 @ 10:12 a.m. PST | Filed under
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THQ announced plans to bring puzzle powerhouse Tetris Evolution to the next-generation for the first time with all new gameplay modes, multiple customizations, as well as Xbox Live capabilities.
by Rainier on Feb. 20, 2007 @ 10:01 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Legend of the Dragon is a 3rd person action game with RPG components, featuring fantastic martial arts movements from the TV series. As in the series, players will find Twelve Signs of the Ancient Chinese Zodiac, each with its own temple, and each temple with its own guardian.
by Rainier on Feb. 20, 2007 @ 9:39 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Square Enix announced today that Final Fantasy Fables: Chocobo Tales is currently in development exclusively for the NDS and will ship to retailers across North America on April 3, 2007.
by Rainier on Feb. 20, 2007 @ 9:33 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Heroes of Mana will be a mix of RPG and RTS, where the protagonist's name is Roger, a natural leader and excellent swordsman. You will need to gather resources, summon monsters, and engage the enemy, with combat occurring in real time, as in previous Mana titles.
by Rainier on Feb. 20, 2007 @ 9:23 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Epic Games reveals that it will be demonstrating the latest Unreal Engine 3 features at GDC 2007 in closed door presentations, as well as having its usual multiple speaker sessions, dedicated space in the Career Pavilion (CP 1502), special press sessions for the industry’s media and a pre-GDC seminar for Unreal Engine 3 licensees.
by Rainier on Feb. 20, 2007 @ 9:20 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Koch Media signed a distribution deal with Black Bean Games for their anticipated upcoming release: SBK-07: Superbike World Championship 07, promising to deliver a thrilling, accessible and engaging racing experience for both Superbike and race fans alike...
by Rainier on Feb. 20, 2007 @ 9:09 a.m. PST | 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 Feb. 20, 2007 @ 8:59 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Washed ashore after their cruise ship goes down at sea, young Jack and Amy must struggle to survive as they search for a way off a deserted island. The teens must confront their worst fears as they discover the secrets and dangers that lurk behind every corner of the mysterious island.
by Rainier on Feb. 20, 2007 @ 6:30 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Vivendi Games today announced the acquisition of Wanako Games, based in Santiago, Chile, who recently developed Assault Heroes for Sierra Online.