by Rainier on April 18, 2007 @ 12:07 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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EA announced that the NFL's 2006 Rookie of the Year Vince Young will appear on the cover of Madden NFL 08, making the Tennessee Titans quarterback's appearance the youngest NFL star to grace the cover.
by Rainier on April 18, 2007 @ 11:22 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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French developer Eugen Systems, known for Act Of War : Direct Action and high Treason expansion, revealed that it is currently working on a yet undisclosed new RTS for Xbox 360 and PC, but also possible a PS3 edition. While no details or estimated release were revealed, Eugen Systems did confirm it has already signed with a world class publisher.
by Rainier on April 18, 2007 @ 10:49 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Ubisoft announced the release of Player's Pack Red Edition, an all-new downloadable content package (800 Microsoft points/$10) coming up for the X360 edition of Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Vegas, adding five more playable multiplayer maps and two new game modes.
by Rainier on April 18, 2007 @ 10:22 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Namco Bandai announced that its ninja combat franchise will return to the PS2 in Naruto: Uzumaki Chronicles 2. Boasting an exciting new storyline, multi-player battles, and an additional array of playable characters, Naruto: Uzumaki Chronicles 2 follows the success of its prequel to deliver an original adventure with intense combat.
by Rainier on April 18, 2007 @ 10:13 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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In 3D Ultra MiniGolf Adventures, gamers collect over-the-top power-ups and play through imaginative traps across three major theme courses including Classic Carnival, Old West and Outer Space.
by Rainier on April 18, 2007 @ 9:59 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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ZOO Digital Publishing announced Premier Manager 08, marking the 13th game in the established football management series and promises a host of improvements over previous versions such as all new character and facilities systems and a new set of analytical tools.
by Rainier on April 18, 2007 @ 9:55 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Elite Beat Agents, known in Japan as Moero! Nekketsu Rhythm Damashii Osu! Tatakae! Ôendan 2, promises multiplayer support for up to 4 players, but other details are not available. Originally titled Osu! Tatakae! Ôendan, adapted for Western consumption and renamed to Elite Beat Agents, the sequel is scheduled in Japan for 2007.
by Rainier on April 18, 2007 @ 9:53 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Pokemon Diamond/Pearl are set in a new region called "Sinnoh," where players can choose to begin their adventure as either a boy or girl Pokemon trainer on a path to becoming Pokemon League Champion.
by Rainier on April 18, 2007 @ 9:44 a.m. PDT | 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 April 18, 2007 @ 9:39 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Eidos Interactive has teamed up with Majesco Entertainment to distribute an initial 8 new Majesco titles to European and Australia territories, with an additional 15 other titles to follow.
by Rainier on April 18, 2007 @ 9:37 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Race Driver: Create & Race has been designed from the ground up for Nintendo DS and lets players thrash the most formidable sports cars through closely-fought races on the world’s most prestigious circuits… and then lets players create their very own circuits with a full track construction kit.
by Rainier on April 18, 2007 @ 9:21 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Penumbra: Overture is an innovative first person horror game utilizing physics for interaction and puzzles. The game is set in an underground facility on Greenland where the protagonist searches for information regarding his late father.
by Rainier on April 18, 2007 @ 9:14 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Dawn of Magic, also known as Blood Magic, is an action/RPG where the weapon of choice is magic. In this game, the player controls an Unlikely Hero in an ambitious search through many hostile environments looking for Modo, the ethereal being bent on destroying the world.
by Rainier on April 18, 2007 @ 9:01 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Marvel and SEGA have expanded their multi-year global licensing agreement to include the rights to develop and distribute games inspired by Captain America, The Incredible Hulk and Thor. SEGA will create titles for console, handheld and PC platforms based upon both the classic comic books and planned feature film adaptations.
by Rainier on April 18, 2007 @ 8:43 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Without going into detail, the latest Famitsu revealed that Namco Bandai is working on Beautiful Katamari Damacy, to be released on Xbox 360 and PS3. Featuring the familiar gameplay mechanics from previous installments, the Prince's next-gen debut will also include HD graphics, and online capabilities for both platforms. No release date has been mentioned.
by Rainier on April 18, 2007 @ 12:59 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Built from the ground-up for next-generation consoles using Digital Illusions' bleeding-edge Frostbite game engine, Battlefield: Bad Company drops gamers behind enemy lines with a squad of renegade soldiers who risk it all on a personal quest for gold and revenge.
Sparta: Ancient Wars is based on the historical background of Spartans high culture, and not feature myths or legends, there will appear huge ancient battles on your screen, enabled by a brand new 3D engine.
by Geson Hatchett on April 18, 2007 @ 12:35 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Prepare to rock and roll as your brain does a loop the loop with Kororinpa, the ultimate Wii puzzle game! Tilting the Wiimote with poise and precision, players must seek to navigate their favorite cute and quirky balls, each with their own look and varying benefits, through complex 3D mazes.
by Rainier on April 18, 2007 @ 12:29 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Microsoft NAMCO BANDAI Games announced the first-ever Xbox 360 Pac-Man World Championship, presented by Quiznos. From April 25 to May 9, fans will compete on the classic arcade game via Xbox LIVE Arcade.
by Rainier on April 18, 2007 @ 12:23 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Tri Synergy to announced that Chaos Concept's 3D tactical/strategy game , UFO: Extraterrestrials, has gone gold! UFO: Extraterrestrials combines fast-paced real time action on the strategic level with intense turn-based tactical battles.
by Rainier on April 17, 2007 @ 6:43 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Theatre of War depicts authentic battles of World War II between 1939-1945. Command hundreds of different unit types in 5 historically accurate campaigns (US, UK, Soviet, German, French and Polish). This demo includes 5 tutorial missions, one playable mission (The Last Frontier) from the German Campaign, and several of the game's vehicles and weapons.
by Rainier on April 17, 2007 @ 5:31 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Konami announced that by the end of July 2007, it will shut down the Northern California offices in Redwood City and consolidate resources to the remaining El Segundo location, to maximize the strategic collaboration for the future digital entertainment growth of the company.
by Rainier on April 17, 2007 @ 3:22 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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A few months back Ubisoft signed a license deal with Touchstone Television to turn ABC's hit drama Lost into a new game franchise. It has been quiet ever since, but LOST producers Damon Lindelof and Carlton Cuse confirmed that Ubisoft Montreal is working on X360, PS3 and PC editions of the game.
by Rainier on April 17, 2007 @ 2:58 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Another day, another batch of game trailers was released. Instead of giving them all their own posts, we grouped them, and so far there are trailers for:
- 3D Ultra Minigolf Adventures [X360] - Trailer
- Mortal Kombat: Armageddon [Wii] - Daegon Trailer
- Lord of the Rings Online: Shadows of Angmar - Trailer
- SKATE [PS3/X360] - Gameplay Trailer #2
We will update this throughout the day when new trailers become available. Read more for download links ...
by Rainier on April 17, 2007 @ 12:48 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Square Enix announced that it is commemorating the 20th anniversary of the Final Fantasy franchise by releasing completely remastered anniversary editions of Final Fantasy and Final Fantasy II, exclusively for the PSP.
