by Nathan Mourfield on Dec. 31, 2004 @ 2:05 a.m. PST | Filed under
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In Spider-Man 2 you assume the role of the most celebrated super-hero of all time and re-live the movie experience through all new missions featuring unique enemies, objectives and combat maneuvers. Utilizing the touch screen and new controller layout, players can quickly swing, run, jump, solve puzzles, engage in combat and switch to an arsenal of moves on the fly, while patrolling and protecting the city of Manhattan from the nefarious Doc Ock.
by Judy on Dec. 28, 2004 @ 12:06 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Moviehole is claiming to have word from inside sources that Thomas Jane, who played Frank Castle in The Punisher, is in talks with Paramount to headline the recently announced film version of the game 'Splinter Cell.' To prepare for his role in The Punisher, Thomas Jane trained a few months with the Navy Seals, so a role as Sam Fisher would not be too much of a stretch. In the Splinter Cell movie, Fisher is sent into action when two CIA agents mysteriously disappear in Azerbaijan.
by Judy on Dec. 26, 2004 @ 10:29 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Merely a month after it was announced by publisher Ignition Entertainment, Mercury is a refreshingly unique game with roots in many genres, has gone gold (thanks Eurogamer). Mercury provides an addictive challenge through its simple gaming mechanic. Players "tilt" each level to maneuver the blobs of mercury, with various switches, platforms, obstacles, and hazards standing between level goals.
by Judy on Dec. 23, 2004 @ 4:04 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Blizzard has released yet another new Warcraft III map, this time called "Azeroth Grand Prix." Unlike previously released maps, this one actually turns Warcraft III into a kart racing game. Map info: "Legends speak of a hidden race track north of the border where representatives from the far reaches of the land gather to test their skills and racing prowess. This event is known to break even the mightiest of combatants with its no-rules-barred arena." This is a huge map and the suggested no. of players is 4 to 8. It is based on the "Lordaeron Winter" tileset.
Go download it here!
by Judy on Dec. 23, 2004 @ 7:46 a.m. PST | Filed under
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For the first time on any handheld game system, players will experience the thrill of fighting single handed against legions of powerful enemy soldiers in historic battles that shaped the Chinese empire. Read more for a spiffy screens!
by Judy on Dec. 22, 2004 @ 3:18 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Digital Jesters has opened up its upcoming Trackmania expansion Speed Up! for beta testing. Head on over to the official Trackmania website and
sign up to enter the public beta test for Nadeo's racing game. The beta requires you to have the original TrackMania: Power Up! version. Head on over to the Trackmania website and download the Speed Up! Alpha 3, install, and you are good to go ...
by Judy on Dec. 22, 2004 @ 12:25 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Ubisoft is pleased to announce that Spring’s hottest title, Tom Clancy’s Splinter Cell: Chaos Theory, will be releasing a Limited Collector’s Edition for the PS2, Xbox, GameCube and PC in the U.S. and Canada. Read more for details as well as some new screenage ...
by Judy on Dec. 22, 2004 @ 8:30 a.m. PST | Filed under
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World Snooker Championship 2005 will be launched at next year's World Championship in April 2005 on the PS2, Xbox, and PC formats. In addition to this, Blade is delighted to announce that it is developing World Snooker Championship for Sony's PSP.
by Judy on Dec. 20, 2004 @ 9:37 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Today Microsoft announced the launch of
the official Forza Motorsports website, but more importantly, the same statement also revealed Microsoft pushed back the release from its original February date, to April 2005. Head on over to the official website for all the latest info, an innovative car builder page enabling car enthusiasts to modify the look and performance of six cars – the Acura NSX, Nissan 350z, Audi TT, Silvia, Hyundai Tiburon and Volkswagen Beetle, the latest screenshots or Car Cultures, a page dedicated to the wide-range of cars and car cultures that make up Forza Motorsport.
by Judy on Dec. 17, 2004 @ 2:13 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Just six weeks after a very successful launch, the developers of Star Wars Galaxies have announced that over 30 new missions have been added to Jump to Lightspeed, the game’s new space component. Also announced is the addition of another multi-passenger ship to the already over 20 craft in game, the M22-T Krayt Gunship. With the M22-T, Privateers Pilots, the Han Solos of the sky are now able to enter battle with a friend acting as a defensive gunner. Read more for details ...
by Judy on Dec. 17, 2004 @ 10:38 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Today, Paramount announced that it has acquired the film rights to Tom Clancy's video game Splinter Cell and hired Peter Berg (Friday Night Lights) to direct. Variety says Berg is writing the script along with Splinter Cell game writer J.T. Petty and John J. McLaughlin (Man of the House). Paramount said the movie is aimed at combining the game's blend of stealth action with a "dynamic, original" character. Whether Michael Ironside will be playing Sam Fisher (he does the voice in all the games) has not yet been announced ...
by Judy on Dec. 17, 2004 @ 9:30 a.m. PST | 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. Check these new screens...
by Judy on Dec. 15, 2004 @ 3:33 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Ubisoft today announced the launch of the
official Splinter Cell Chaos Theory web site which features tons of images and information, but you can also access the Chaos Theory Experience, a Flash presentation that delivers an emotional punch by thrusting visitors directly into Sam Fisher’s world, illuminating selected details of the compelling storyline, and highlighting just how important Fisher’s work is to combating information warfare and maintaining global security. The Chaos Theory Experience will ultimately consist of six separate modules (and is launching with one); registered ubi.com recruits will be alerted by email when new modules appear.
by Judy on Dec. 14, 2004 @ 10:46 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Winners in 24 categories were announced tonight during the telecast of Spike TV "Video Game Awards 2004." Rockstar Games' "Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas" was the big winner of the second annual awards, taking home four "Vector Monkey" trophies. Read more for details and all award winners...
by Judy on Dec. 13, 2004 @ 3:47 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Atari has released the first patch for French games studio Power and Magic Development's tennis simulation game Top Spin. This versionless patch addresses synch issues while playing via LAN or online, as well as letting you choose different players. Read more for download links ...
by Judy on Dec. 13, 2004 @ 12:12 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Metal Gear Acid, created by world-renowned developer, Hideo Kojima, will be released for SCEA's PSP handheld video game system. Metal Gear Acid will redefine handheld action gaming as this all-new stealth adventure game in the definitive tactical espionage series takes the Metal Gear experience outside the living room and directly into the hands of gamers.
by Judy on Dec. 13, 2004 @ 10:24 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Ubi Soft has released the map editor for its stealth/action game Splinter Cell: Pandora Tomorrow. This package allowed you to create custom content for their third-person stealthy action sequel, it includes the editor and documentation, as well as a mappack with two maps (Squat and Deftech2, a new version of DefTech) created by Ubisoft internally. Read more for download links ...
by Judy on Dec. 11, 2004 @ 4:45 p.m. PST | Filed under
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The Conspiracy Project, a 3rd person horror/espionage game, is the most thrilling and frightening experience that uncovers the truth behind the secret plans of the government and the legal authorities. Read more for screens & trailer ...
by Judy on Dec. 10, 2004 @ 6:51 p.m. PST | Filed under
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LucasArts send out notice today about some little adjustments it has implemented after the initial SWG:JTL launch. Recognizing that amassing over 200,000 credits for a brand new player can be a daunting task, the game's developers have significantly improved the starter ships for all three novice piloting professions. Both brand new and active players with JTL will receive a 75,000 credit bonus automatically added to their accounts to aid in the purchase of high level ship components. Starting Dec. 17, 2004, FilePlanet.com will host a 10 day free trial.
by Judy on Dec. 10, 2004 @ 10:36 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Sony Europe today released an avalanche of information on the upcoming PSP titles they have lined up for launch. Read more to check out info & screens for :
- WRC
- WipEout Pure
- Ridge Racer
- MediEvil
- Formula One
- Football
- Fired Up
- Everybody's Golf
- Ape Academy
by Judy on Dec. 10, 2004 @ 1:58 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Space Rangers 2 is a mix of intense space RPG laced with 3D RTS action planetside. 200 years after the first chapter of Space Rangers, a new, even more dangerous threat arises in the galaxy. A key planet in producing war androids has become self-aware with their own intellect and force of will, bent on conquering the galaxy one planet at a time.
by Judy on Dec. 9, 2004 @ 11:30 a.m. PST | 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 Dec. 9, 2004 @ 9:56 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Oxygen Interactive announced today that UK developer Kuju is working on a new FPS 'Conspiracy: Weapons of Mass Destruction.' Using the Fire Warrior engine, Conspiracy: Weapons of Mass Destruction, is under development for PC, PS2 and Xbox, and is scheduled for March 2005. Read more for details and the first screens ...
by Judy on Dec. 8, 2004 @ 5:23 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Developed through a collaborative effort between Pandemic Studios and Mass Media, the game's innovative design, complex artificial intelligence (A.I.) and advanced graphical prowess has been successfully transitioned to the PlayStation 2, pushing the hardware to its limits. Full Spectrum Warrior is scheduled to ship worldwide in early 2005.
by Judy on Dec. 8, 2004 @ 9:42 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Ubisoft announces the release of Sprung for the Nintendo DS handheld game system, which has shipped to retail outlets nationwide. Engage in a risqué, daring adventure with sexy singles at Snowbird Mountain, a hip ski resort in Colorado. Written by North Shore (FOX) writer Colleen McGuinness, Sprung captures the essence of teen entertainment through fresh storylines, sex appeal, two gender-specific adventures 50 missions, bonus levels, cool characters and hours of stimulating fun. Developed by Guillemot Inc., Sprung is rated “T” (Teen) and retails for US$29.99.