by Rainier on Dec. 15, 2006 @ 8:11 p.m. PST | Filed under
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2K will release a free holiday scenario for Firaxis' Sid Meier’s Railroads!, where you reemerge as a former railroad tycoon, determined once again to redeem himself and more importantly, save Christmas! Help Santa and his elves make and transport toys to Santa's Station by the rapidly-approaching deadline.
by Rainier on Dec. 15, 2006 @ 6:49 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Earlier today Nintendo announced a replacement program for the defective Wii remote wrist straps and now we may know the REAL reason why. On December 6th, three lawfirms filed a nationwide class action lawsuit in federal district court in Seattle, Washington, against Nintendo of America, requesting that the defective parts be replaced.
by Rainier on Dec. 15, 2006 @ 4:17 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Aggression: Europe 1914 brings the player the chance of re-writing the darkest history of the old continent. Between the years 1914 and 1950, every woman and man became slayers and victims in the most horrible war that humankind has ever suffered, and now, there is a chance to make things different. Buka has updated the game's product page, reflecting a delay from Q1 to Q4 2007 (thanks Blues).
by Rainier on Dec. 15, 2006 @ 3:54 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Tales of The World: Radiant Mythology is the latest in the Tales of the World spin-off series allowing players to create customized characters and employs the Flex Range Linear Motion Battle system from Tales of the Abyss.
by Rainier on Dec. 15, 2006 @ 2:40 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Atlus U.S.A. announced that it is bringing the PS2 exclusive Persona 3,the newest RPG from the publishers of the acclaimed Shin Megami Tensei series, to across North America in June 2007.
by Rainier on Dec. 15, 2006 @ 2:10 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Turbine announced today the release of a 7th free content module for its MMO Dungeons & Dragons Online: Stormreach. The Evil Resurgent update features six new handcrafted dungeon experiences for advanced players in the game
by Rainier on Dec. 15, 2006 @ 1:24 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Tales of Destiny 2 is the sequel to Tales of Destiny, originally released on PS2 4 years ago. Set 18 years after the original, Tales of Destiny 2 introduces two new heroes, Kyle Dunamis and Reala. The game uses mostly 2D, except for map movement, battle sequences are real time using the new Trust & Tactical Linear Motion Battle System (TT-LMBS).
by Rainier on Dec. 15, 2006 @ 1:05 p.m. PST | Filed under
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As an aspiring Underworld figure, spread corruption throughout the galaxy using new strategic gameplay elements to influence other factions, steal their funds, slow their production, spy on them and more. LucasArts has released a map editor, giving you the ability to create land and space skirmish maps.
by Rainier on Dec. 15, 2006 @ 11:35 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Thrones of Chaos is an MMORPG set in turbulent medieval times focusing on PvP strife and territorial conquest. Originally scheduled for
Feb 2005, renamed from Realms of Torment, Mourning, to Age of Mourning, halted, cancelled, resold, renamed, and according to this
Loud Ant Software update, it is being acquired by yet another company. Seriously!
by Rainier on Dec. 15, 2006 @ 10:41 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Handball Manager 2007 is the only title in its genre fully licensed by the German handball federation, but also includes Austrian and Swiss teams, amongst other new features and improved graphics. Participate as national coach in European, or World Championships and even go to the Olympics.
by Rainier on Dec. 15, 2006 @ 9:17 a.m. PST | Filed under
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In the Boxing Manager the player follows in the footsteps of legendary boxing promoters, as he walks the long and winding road to the top of the business. Starting out with a small stable and two unknown talents, he will be able to train and manage up to 30 fighters later in the game.
by Rainier on Dec. 15, 2006 @ 9:06 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Signed by RTL Enterprises, German developer Silver Style, known for The Fall: Last Days of Gaia, keeps on trickling out screens for for its upcoming adventure game Simon the Sorcerer 4.
by Rainier on Dec. 15, 2006 @ 8:45 a.m. PST | Filed under
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MAN2 is an online strategy game featuring sci-fi conflicts on distant planets. Gamers are fighting against the world's most talented strategy players. The demo features one planet for unlimited free games and complete land+air unit set. Lifetime Membership unlocks the access to dozens of various planets and naval units.
by Rainier on Dec. 15, 2006 @ 8:41 a.m. PST | Filed under
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SEGA announced the signing of developer Gearbox Software to create a first-person shooter title based on the Alien film franchise for the next-generation systems, with license from 20th Century Fox Licensing & Merchandising. The agreement complements the recent announcement of an Alien RPG title for the next-generation systems to be developed by Obsidian Entertainment.
by Rainier on Dec. 15, 2006 @ 8:39 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 Dec. 15, 2006 @ 5:49 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 Dec. 15, 2006 @ 4:12 a.m. PST | Filed under
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SEGA has released the first patch for Creative Assembly's 3D RTS Medieval II: Total War. This v1.1 update includes a new charge mechanic, 2 new charges, unit balancing/tweaks, AI optimizations, unpacker for the modders, and the usual slew of bug/crash fixes.
by Rainier on Dec. 15, 2006 @ 3:55 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Age of Conan: Hyborian Adventures is an Online Action RPG, mixing a deep, story-driven single-player experience and a massive and brutal multiplayer end-game brings forth the ultimate representation of the Age of Conan.
by Rainier on Dec. 15, 2006 @ 3:54 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. will make an investment in SCi (owners of Eidos), representing 10.3 percent of the company, and allowing Eidos to make games based on various properties such as Batman, Looney Tunes, The OC, Legion of Super Heroes etc.
by Rainier on Dec. 15, 2006 @ 3:42 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Last month Microsoft issued a statement saying that it expected to sell
one million Gears of War units by year's end, but it seems they have underestimated the title's popularity. In its 6 weeks since launch Epic's gritty action game has sold more than 2 million copies worldwide (1 million in the US alone), becoming the fastest- selling next-generation game of 2006.
by Rainier on Dec. 15, 2006 @ 2:56 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Cardiff-based music specialist Only 1 Music is holding a unique Guitar Hero competition in its flagship retail stores in Cardiff, with the very best player winning a week’s studio time in Only 1 Music’s state-of-the-art recording studio, complete with engineer – a prize worth £1500.
by Rainier on Dec. 15, 2006 @ 2:47 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 Rainier on Dec. 15, 2006 @ 2:00 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Following reports of flying Wiimotes, broken HDTVs and windows,
Nintendo announced that it will replace all broken straps for it's Wii console, affecting all Nintendo Wiis sold worldwide, inluding those currently on store shelves. Although not admitting any blame, Nintendo said the straps do not present a problem if used correctly. The Japanses giant has also recalled 200,000 AC adapters for its DS and DS Lite consoles, but in Japan, not overseas.
Castlevania: Portrait of Ruin, the latest installment in the action series lets players control two different characters as they attempt to thwart a terrible plan to resurrect Dracula’s Castle and bring a reign of darkness upon the world.
by Evan Lahti on Dec. 15, 2006 @ 1:33 a.m. PST | Filed under
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With the revolutionary Chant Creator, the enhanced Coach Mode, and the even more realistic college game atmosphere, College Hoops 2K7 fans will be caught up in the excitement and pageantry of collegiate basketball like never before.