EA has released mod tools for The Battle for Middle-Earth 2 allowing the community to create and mod their own content. This updated SDK brings it in line with the latest update patch and includes 3DS Max 7 Autodesk plugin, a W3D Viewer, an Asset Cache Builder, as well as documentation and tutorials to get you started (thanks 3DGamers).

A few days ago Sony's Ken Kutaragi's TGS 06 keynote speech revealed that the PS3 would be backwards compatible with 16 bit games on the MegaDrive/Genesis, much like the Nintendo Wii. Oddly enough SEGA Japan has issued a short statement clarifying that such claims are not correct at this point, that the option is merely being considered, and is currently "under examination." Did somebody speak too soon?

Check out the following new screens from Microsoft's TGS 2006 lineup:

• Age of Empires III: The WarChiefs - Screens
• Blue Dragon (X360) - Screens & Trailer
• Crackdown (X360) - Screens
• Flight Simulator X - Screens
• Lost Odyssey (X360) - Screens & Trailer
• Infinite Undiscovery (X360) - Game Details
• Viva Pinata (X360) - Screens
• Forza Motorsport 2 (X360) - Screens
• Gears of War (X360)

Spyhunter is a time-tested series that most gamers are quite fond of. The latest iteration changes the formula and puts you in the driver's seat ... and takes you out of the car, as well.

Already hinted at a few weeks ago Valve revealed today that it is implementing a dynamic weapon pricing system in Counter-Strike. Prices have stayed the same since its release back in the late 90s and so Valve came up with the idea to gather info on what weapons were bought most, as more people purchase a certain weapon, the price will rise and other weapons will become less expensive.

The creators of the Train Simulator and Let's Go By Train! railroad simulators tag together once again to present Railfan, dedicated to all railroad enthusiasts everywhere. Using the new Blu-ray disk technology to its fullest, the increased data capacity allows the game to cover trains from not only Japan, but those running in Chicago, USA as well.

Ever want to see your Ring Name in Virtua Fighter? Now is your chance. SEGA is searching for new and unique fighting ring names and messages to appear in the upcoming Virtua Fighter 5 videogame coming to the PS3. All you have to do is go here, your favorite fighter, enter a unique ring name and add your personal message. Select entries will then be chosen to appear in the upcoming game scheduled for release in Spring 2007.

NHL: Eastside Hockey Manager 2007 offers players an unrivalled hockey management experience, with a brand new game engine to bring the player even closer to the action during each nail-biting game. This demo includes all content but only allows you to play for 6 months in-game, after which you can purchase a key to unlock the full game.

Star Trek: Tactical Assault features real-time spaceship combat from the universe of the original Star Trek series. With a wide array of authentic Star Trek races, ships, and weaponry, you can engage in single-player battle through either the Federation or Klingon campaigns or in head-to-head wireless multiplayer combat.

Dolby Laboratories announced today that the Sony's PS3 will support Dolby Digital 5.1 surround sound for next-generation entertainment, including games and movie titles in the Blu-ray Disc format, while Nintendo's Wii use Dolby Pro Logic II technology to offer gamers an immersive surround sound experience.

The game gives you the opportunity to play through the events of the film - leading up to and following the break down of the heist - from the perspective of each character, and find out what happened at the diamond store.

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:

• Cabela's Alaskan Adventures (X360/PS2)
• Disney's Little Einsteins (GBA)
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After two years of development Climax's Warhammer Online was cancelled after which Games Workshop granted its license to Mythic Entertainment. Warhammer Online: Age of Reckoning is an MMO game for PC and console set in the fantasy world of Warhammer.

Titan Quest is an action RPG set in the ancient mythical worlds of Greece and Egypt. This v1.20 patch addresses various crash bugs, multiplayer issues, a slew of balance tweaks and other adjustments. Read more for a detailed fix list.

Check out the following new screens from Sony's TGS 2006 lineup:

• Ape Escape Racer [PSP] - Screens
• Chotto Shot [PSP] - Screens
• Everybody's Golf 5 [PS3] - Screens & Trailer
• Everybody's Golf Course [PSP] - Screens
• The Eye of Judgment [PS3] - Screens
• Fl0w [PS3] - Screens
• Formula One: Championship Edition [PS3] - Screens & Trailer
• Gran Turismo HD [PS3] - Screens
• Heavenly Sword [PS3] - Screens
• Jeanna d'Arc [PSP] - Screens
• Kingdom of Paradise 2 [PSP] - Screens
• Lair [PS3] - Screens & Trailer
• Monster Kingdom: Unkown Realms [PS3] - Screens
• Motorstorm [PS3] - Screens & Trailer
• Parappa The Rapper [PSP] - Screens
• Ratchet and Clank: Size Matters [PSP] - Screens
• Resistance: Fall of Man [PS3] - Screens & Trailer
• Talkman Lesson [PSP] - Screens
• WarHawk [PS3] - Screens
• White Knight Story [PS3] - Screens & Trailer

Fuzion Frenzy combines the continuous, frenetic action of a futuristic street sport with the action-packed fun of mini-games set in a dynamic 3-D urban environment. Six arenas and more than 45 mini-games provide plenty of competitive fun for up to four players. A 293mb demo is now available on Xbox Live Marketplace allowing you to try out 3 of the 40 minigames.

MTV Networks announced that it has acquired Harmonix Music Systems, Inc., known for developing Guitar Hero and Karaoke Revolution titles. MTV Networks will acquire all of the outstanding stock of Harmonix for $175 million in cash.

Adrenalinblends thrilling adrenalin-pumping racing and an economic management sim. The aim of a player is to not only become the fastest driver around, but to be a talented manager as well. This demo features two cars, two game modes and two tracks...

Check out the following new screens from KOEI's TGS 2006 lineup:

• Bladestorm: The Hundred Years' War (PS3) - Screens
• Fatal Inertia (PS3) - Screens
• Jan Sangoku Musou (PSP) - Screens
• Sengoku Musou Wave (Wii) - Screens

Set in 1191 AD, the Third Crusade was tearing the Holy Land apart. Shrouded in secrecy and feared for their ruthlessness, you play the role of Altair, an Assassins intend to stop the hostilities by suppressing both sides of the conflict and throw the environment into chaos and shape events during this pivotal moment in history.

Check out the following new screens from Namco Bandai's TGS 2006 lineup:

• Ace Combat: Skies of Deception (PSP) - 10 New Screens
• Culdcept Saga (X360) - 15 New Screens
• Eternal Sonata (X360) - 10 New Screens
• Gunpey (PSP/NDS) - 15 New Screens
• Mobile Suit Gundam: Crossfire' (PS3) - Screens & Trailer
• Ridge Racer 7 (PS3) - Features & 18 New Screens
• Tamagotchi Corner Shop 2 (NDS) - 12 New Screens

Gunship Apocalypse, developed by FAKT Software, is a sci-fi first-person spacecraft shooter. This German demo features the Canyon level with 5 missions.

Marvelous Interactive Inc, parent company of Rising Star Games, has disclosed details of its Nintendo Wii, and NDS line up at the Tokyo Game Show.

Ignition Entertainment is pleased to announce that the previously unreleased (outside of Japan) Metal Slug 6 will also be included in Metal Slug Anthology for the PSP.

There is Only WAR! is a new action adventure based on a true story of the epic conflict bringing gaming to its origins, showing that the "have fun or die trying" slogan is all the rage again.