by Paul Reith on Aug. 16, 2004 @ 2:23 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Forgotten Realms: Demon Stone is an action adventure game set in the popular D&D world created by Wizards of the Coast. Forgotten Realms: Demon Stone will place players in the middle of a heated battle between two demonic armies set to overrun the world of Faerun.
by Judy on Aug. 13, 2004 @ 4:16 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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EA SPORTS lights it up in the 13th season of world championship hockey with EA SPORTS NHL 2005. Delivering top shelf gameplay that captures the speed, finesse, and lighting-fast flow of pro hockey, NHL 2005 challenges gamers of all skill levels to lace up their skates and take command of the open ice.
by Judy on Aug. 13, 2004 @ 1:00 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Backyard Wrestling 2: There Goes The Neighborhood places gamers deep in the heart of Small Town America, USA. Backyard Wrestling Inc. has announced "your town" as the location of its first live pay per view. They've put a million dollars cash prize on the line for the wrestler who's got what it takes to destroy every obstacle in their way to the main event and ultimately the unified BYW championship.
by Judy on Aug. 13, 2004 @ 7:43 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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For the first time, Sims are living in the city where reputation (rep) is everything. Players will custom-create these new Sims, called Urbz, by customizing their unique style and building their status to become the biggest "player" in the city. Read more for some new screens...
by Judy on Aug. 13, 2004 @ 7:13 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Atari and Firaxis Games announced today that Sid Meier's Pirates! for the Xbox is currently in development and is scheduled to release worldwide in spring 2005.
by Judy on Aug. 13, 2004 @ 2:09 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Pool Shark 2 really does put the "cool into pool", with its fantastic set of characters who will challenge you to hustle in their own unique environments. Characters have been developed in depth and have their own motion capture, and dialogue. Opponents will goad players before and after shots to try and get them to loose their concentration, temper, and ultimately their cash! The dialogue is also styled to each character to add to the mood and atmosphere.
by Judy on Aug. 13, 2004 @ 12:35 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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In MechAssault 2: Lone Wolf, developed by original Mech Assault creators Day 1 Studios, gamers will be able to step outside the 'Mech and live the life of a human pilot in a fresh new single player game. Tanks, VTOLs and BattleArmor will offer players plenty of opportunities to rain destruction on their opposition in both single and multiplayer games.
by Judy on Aug. 12, 2004 @ 5:51 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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ESPN Videogames today announced that Ben Wallace, the two-time NBA Defensive Player of the Year, will be featured as the ESPN NBA 2K5 cover athlete and spokesperson. The All-Star center helped drive the Pistons to win the 2003-2004 Finals.
by Judy on Aug. 12, 2004 @ 5:13 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Def Jam Fight For NY challenges players to step into the shoes of a ruthless street fighter battling for control of the hip-hop underground. The game features an all-new fighting engine including weapons, interactive environments and five unique fighting styles that can be combined to form dozens of customized hybrid styles for the ultimate edge on the streets. Def Jam Fight For NY features more than 40 of the most well-known artists and personalities in hip-hop today. Check these new screens & trailers...
by Judy on Aug. 12, 2004 @ 7:44 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Electronic Arts today announced that world-renowned DJ Paul Oakenfold is contributing to the lineup of Hollywood artists lending their talent to the highly anticipated game, GoldenEye: Rogue Agent.
by Judy on Aug. 12, 2004 @ 3:12 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Otogi 2 takes place directly after the events chronicled in the original Otogi - Myth of Demons. Like its predecessor, Otogi 2 is set in Japan and steeped in real-life folklore and mysticism. Raikoh, the famed undead warrior, managed to temporarily save the Japanese population from an onslaught of demons, but had not been able to vanquish them all before returning to his grave.
by Judy on Aug. 12, 2004 @ 2:19 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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For the first time, Sims are living in the city where reputation (rep) is everything. Players will custom-create these new Sims, called Urbz, by customizing their unique style and building their status to become the biggest "player" in the city. Read more for some new screens, showing off some Eyetoy support...
by Judy on Aug. 12, 2004 @ 2:04 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Headhunter: Redemption is the gripping story of Jack Wade, a veteran Headhunter keeping order in a futuristic world overrun with unchecked consumerism, vicious organized crime and mind-controlling mass media. Read more for some new screens...
by Judy on Aug. 11, 2004 @ 5:36 p.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. Check the new screens ...
by Judy on Aug. 11, 2004 @ 5:08 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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SEGA of America today announced that it will publish Sonic Mega Collection Plus on Microsoft Xbox in addition to the previously announced version for Sony PlayStation2.
by Judy on Aug. 11, 2004 @ 4:43 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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ESPN NHL Hockey returns to the ice with the confidence of a seasoned veteran. Improved player control, an all-new fighting engine and lightning fast gameplay truly capture the feel and pace of NHL-calibre hockey. ESPN NHL 2K features several new ways to play online leagues, multi-player mini-games and a deeper Franchise mode, all adding endless replay value to an already robust lineup!
by Judy on Aug. 11, 2004 @ 7:38 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Fable is a ground-breaking role-playing adventure game from Peter Molyneux, in which your every action determines your skills, appearance, and reputation. Create your life story from childhood to death. Grow from an inexperienced adolescent into the most powerful being in the world. Check out this new batch o' screens ...
by Judy on Aug. 11, 2004 @ 2:52 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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The Leisure Suit Larry videogame franchise began in 1987 with The Land of the Lounge Lizards, the first of seven games in the series. Since then, the Leisure Suit Larry games have sold more than 35 millions of units worldwide and its games are considered collector items. Check some new screens and interview with 'Leisure Suit Larry: Magna Cum Laude' star Bilzarbra.
by Judy on Aug. 10, 2004 @ 10:02 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Taking place in a massive, free-roaming city featuring five distinct interconnected neighborhoods, Need for Speed Underground 2 delivers an immersive game world where the streets are your menus. As players explore the city, they’ll encounter rival racers who will school them in the ways of the underground and tip them off to the hottest racing spots in town.
by Judy on Aug. 10, 2004 @ 4:26 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Men of Valor is an historical action experience that portrays infantry combat during the Vietnam War. Combining the latest Unreal technology with the gameplay expertise of 2015, the game immerses the player in the humid jungles of Southeast Asia in the most controversial conflict of the modern era. The game will ship during Fall 2004 for the Xbox and PC. Read more for some new screens ...
by Judy on Aug. 10, 2004 @ 3:43 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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'Conker: Live and Reloaded' features intense deathmatch and campaign storyline modes via Xbox Live and system link, players can compete as one of six combat specialists across multi-mission campaigns covering Old War and Future War. Also included is the critically acclaimed single-player game, "Conker's Bad Fur Day," completely recreated for the Xbox with stunning graphics and unparalleled attitude.
by Judy on Aug. 10, 2004 @ 1:38 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Going where no previous James Bond game has dared to tread, the upcoming GoldenEye: Rogue Agent first-person shooter from Electronic Arts breaks all the rules by transporting players to the dark side of the Bond universe to experience life as a high-rolling, cold-hearted villain.
by Judy on Aug. 10, 2004 @ 8:11 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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The Roots combines a classic RPG with dynamic gameplay and the fast paced plot characteristic of action-adventure games. The Roots has a complex, multi-threaded storyline and a vast world, which the player discovers whilst traveling with his party, fighting various monsters and living through great adventures.
by Judy on Aug. 10, 2004 @ 7:12 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Electronic Arts announced today that NBA stars Carmelo Anthony, Tony Parker, and Pau Gasol will serve as global spokesmen for NBA LIVE 2005, scheduled for release this fall under the EA SPORTS brand.
by Judy on Aug. 9, 2004 @ 3:57 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Elevate your game on both ends of the court with NBA LIVE 2005. With EA SPORTS Freestyle Control, create awe-inspiring dribble moves, highlight-reel dunks, and tenacious defensive plays that express your individual playing style. All new 10-man Freestyle adds individual player movements and spacing, creating a realistic feel like never before. Enhanced player graphics that vividly reproduce each NBA player reach new heights, while multiple game modes including EA SPORTS Dynasty Mode put you in the middle of the action.