by Rainier on Jan. 4, 2007 @ 1:54 a.m. PST | Filed under
News
A community blogger addressed UFC boss Dana White pleading for a new UFC based video game, and to everybody's surprise Mr. White actually replied saying that a new game is currently in development over at THQ. No stranger to the genre with its wrestling lineup, the last UFC game released, PrideFC, was also published by THQ in 2003, and was very well received. No further details, specifics on platforms, or tentative release date were provided.
by Rainier on Jan. 4, 2007 @ 12:28 a.m. PST | Filed under
News
Capturing all of the humor from previous PS2 installments with engaging cinematics, Ratchet & Clank: Size Matters will allow up to four players to compete in action-packed wireless multiplayer gaming.
by Andrew Hayward on Jan. 4, 2007 @ 12:27 a.m. PST | Filed under
Reviews
Ridge Racer 7 promises to reinvent itself, allowing players to choose from 40 different machines and over 20 courses. With reversed courses, the total grows to 40, most in the series ever! Players can further enjoy the drift racing experience by taking part in the new customization mode, opening up the experience with up to 200,000 customization combinations.
by Rainier on Jan. 3, 2007 @ 6:36 p.m. PST | Filed under
News
Touch Detective is a point & click adventure with a wonderfully unique character design, a great sense of humor, and a ton of challenging puzzles. Developer Success/BeeWorks hints at a possible sequel on
its official website with the main character peeking from behind curtains saying "I'll be back." Touch Detective was published in North America by Atlus last October.
by Rainier on Jan. 3, 2007 @ 6:01 p.m. PST | Filed under
News
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:
- Dungeon Runners - Trailer #2
- Tenchu Senran [X360] - Japanese TV Trailer
- Final Fantasy XIII [PS3] - Japanese TV Trailer
- Vanguard: Saga of Heroes - Trailer #16
- Rogue Galaxy [PS2] - Trailer #6
We will update this throughout the day when new trailers become available. Read more for download links ...
by Rainier on Jan. 3, 2007 @ 5:58 p.m. PST | Filed under
News
Killzone: Liberation is an all new, action-packed installment in the Killzone series, featuring a new intelligent 3rd person camera system. If you haven't checked the game yet, connect your PSP to your PC and
visit the Killzone website to download the demo, allowing you to try out a complete single player mission and one multiplayer map!
by Rainier on Jan. 3, 2007 @ 4:26 p.m. PST | Filed under
News
NCAA March Madness returns for the 2007 season, offering custom playbooks for each team, an enhanced Dynasty Mode, and other new features. Check out this new feature article going indepth into the 10 most intimidating college stadiums and their interactive environments.
by Rainier on Jan. 3, 2007 @ 3:19 p.m. PST | Filed under
News
German fansite bf2142-union revealed some information indicating EA might be working on new Battlefield 2142 content for either a patch, addon or boosterpack. In-game ads started popping making mention of new vehicles "coming soon" for both sides, EU and PAC. An ad featuring a huge EU APC clearly states "The Goliath Heavy IFV is finally combat ready," while indications are that PAC might receive a 2-person armored vehicle, TYPE 36 Hachimoto. Earlier, various sources noticed EA testing new maps and a possible new mode, so this might all be a ramp up for some new boosterpack content...
by Rainier on Jan. 3, 2007 @ 3:06 p.m. PST | Filed under
News
Dragonblade: Cursed Lands' Treasure is primary a first person shooter, but for variety's sake it also includes a spectacular hand-to-hand combat system. Player can choose from wide range of punches, kicks and 18 kinds of both: melee weapons and firearms.
by Rainier on Jan. 3, 2007 @ 12:27 p.m. PST | Filed under
News
After signing an
Unreal Engine 3 license agreement with Epic late last year, Vogster reveals the first details on its multiplatform modern day MMO CrimeCraft.
by Rainier on Jan. 3, 2007 @ 12:27 p.m. PST | Filed under
News
Ar tonelico marks a new approach to the RPG genre by seamlessly combining simulation with role-playing. Gamers can not only customize weapons and items, but now design their character’s personalities, skills, and appearance through virtual interaction. Also past events will intersect with future game play as well as the outcome of the game.
by Rainier on Jan. 3, 2007 @ 10:59 a.m. PST | Filed under
News
Microsoft Game Studios and Bungie Studios announced two new ways for gamers to receive an invitation to participate in the Halo 3 multiplayer beta program coming this spring through Xbox Live Marketplace.
by Rainier on Jan. 3, 2007 @ 10:39 a.m. PST | Filed under
News
Call of Duty 3 delivers the intensity of being closer than ever to the fury of combat during the battle for the Liberation of Paris, the most harrowing campaign of WWII, known as The Normandy Breakout.
by Rainier on Jan. 3, 2007 @ 10:07 a.m. PST | Filed under
News
Rockstar Games announced the immediate appointment of Gary Dale as Chief Operating Officer. Mr. Dale was the European Managing Director for Capcom since 2003, prior to which he was President of BMG's interactive media before it was acquired by Take Two in 1998.
by Rainier on Jan. 3, 2007 @ 9:44 a.m. PST | Filed under
News
Naruto: Ninja Council 3 will feature mission-based gameplay for up to four players. The ninja action game utilizes an interchangeable attack system allowing players to combine attack techniques from all available characters in the mission to increase their chance of success.
by Rainier on Jan. 3, 2007 @ 9:26 a.m. PST | Filed under
News
Blitzkrieg 2: Fall of the Reich is the first stand-alone expansion for CDV's historical RTS, and spans three major offensives from the final days of fighting on the Eastern front and covers both the Soviet and German campaigns in the long Siege of Budapest, Fortress Kurland, and the Soviet Operation Bagration.
by Rainier on Jan. 3, 2007 @ 9:22 a.m. PST | Filed under
News
Agatha Christie: Murder on the Orient Express is a high-quality adventure game that offering a unique adaptation of the novel into a thrilling and suspenseful game. DreamCatcher has released the first patch adressing a few major loopholes in the riddles.
by Rainier on Jan. 3, 2007 @ 5:52 a.m. PST | Filed under
News
Nominations are now being accepted for the
2007 Game Developers Choice Awards until January 12, 2007. The awards ceremony, to take place Wednesday, March 7, 2007 during Game Developers Conference (GDC), will be hosted in the Esplanade Room in the South Hall of San Francisco's Moscone Convention Center.
by Rainier on Jan. 3, 2007 @ 4:45 a.m. PST | Filed under
News
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 Jan. 3, 2007 @ 4:36 a.m. PST | Filed under
News
It's a whole new ballgame! Major League Baseball 2K7 redefines the pure baseball video game experience with true, next-gen details, all-new throwing mechanics and a revolutionary presentation system. Featuring stunning, lifelike player models, signature style animations, inside edge data and more...
by Rainier on Jan. 3, 2007 @ 4:06 a.m. PST | Filed under
News
Capcom is hosting a big Lost Planet launch event in San Francisco on Thursday, Jan. 11, at the SF Concourse Exhibition Center, East Hall, located at 620 7th St. (@ Brannan), from 8PM to Midnight. Unlike most of the industry launch events, this one is open to the public, designed specifically for gamers. Read more for details ...
by Rainier on Jan. 3, 2007 @ 3:58 a.m. PST | Filed under
News
With its fully licensed squads, groundbreaking Century Stick control system and more natural camera perspective, Cricket 07 will bring players the most immersive gameplay experience to date.
by Rainier on Jan. 3, 2007 @ 3:33 a.m. PST | Filed under
News
FlatOut 2 crashes thru the 500,000 worldwide sales mark on the back of three months of sales in 2006. Featuring an enhanced version of the original’s lauded physics engine with even faster driving track designs, FlatOut 2 also boasts numerous improvements, enhancements and additions to make the title the definitive FlatOut experience.
by Elnerdo on Jan. 3, 2007 @ 2:29 a.m. PST | Filed under
Reviews
The celebrated arcade-style football franchise is back and better than ever with a new treatment of America's most popular sport. Blitz: The League exposes the harsh and troubling, behind-the-scenes stories of a fictional professional football league.
by Rainier on Jan. 2, 2007 @ 5:11 p.m. PST | Filed under
News
A Ubisoft Europe release schedule reveals that it is making good on its promise to support the Wii, as four new titles are included for Q1 2007. Brothers In Arms: D-Day, Cosmic Family, Driver: Paralel Lines, Spelling Spree ae all confirmed in development as well as PoP: Rival Swords, Blazing angels, and TMNT. The schedule also includes 6 DS titles (Rayman, Mind Quizz, Dogz DS, Brothers in Arms D-Day, Settlers 2, and TMNT)