by Rainier on Nov. 21, 2006 @ 3:48 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Sony has released a new v3.00 update for its PSP firmware, removing the UMD game auto-loading, but most importantly adding the ability to play PSOne games on your PSP, but only downloadable through the PS3s PlayStation Store. Nine titles will be available later today, including Resident Evil: Director's Cut, Hot Shots Golf 2 and Tekken 2. You will also be able to use the PSP to control the Blu-Ray and remote access media on your PS3 (music and photos).
by Rainier on Nov. 21, 2006 @ 3:03 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Star Wars: Lethal Alliance is an PSP/NDS exclusive action-adventure game immersing players in an adventure that takes place between Episode III Revenge of the Sith and Episode IV A New Hope.
by Rainier on Nov. 21, 2006 @ 2:51 a.m. PST | Filed under
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The PlayStation Network (PSN) allows every PS3 user to experience the built-in broadband connectivity capabilities assuring immediate access to the PSN with free services including network gaming, access to the PlayStation Store, web browsing, friend chat, and more.
by Rainier on Nov. 21, 2006 @ 1:54 a.m. PST | Filed under
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The Battle for Middle-earth II: The Rise of the Witch-king enhances every existing feature and offering players the chance to command the rise of evil in Middle-earth while experiencing the epic battles that took place before those depicted in the films.
by Agustin on Nov. 21, 2006 @ 1:16 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Final Fantasy XII shakes the series to its core with the introduction of a unique new combat system, while still honoring the franchise's reputation for epic storytelling, incredible spectacle, and compelling characters. Final Fantasy XII is undeniably FF, but it's also something completely different.
by Nicolus Baslock on Nov. 21, 2006 @ 12:28 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Pull off moves only the pros perform as you replicate the styles of your favorite NBA players. Elevate to the rim for an electrifying dunk and bring the crowd to its feet, or look to your superstars to shift momentum with the game on the line.
by Rainier on Nov. 20, 2006 @ 10:14 p.m. PST | Filed under
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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 :
- Superman Returns: The Videogame [ALL] - Flight Trailer
- Supreme Commander - Trailer (3)
- Virtua Fighter 5 [PS3] - Trailer #6
- Asterix & Obelix XXL 2: Mission Wifix [NDS/PSP] - Trailer
- Stoked Rider: Alaska Alien - Dev. Diary Trailer #1
- Vanguard: Saga Of Heroes - Combat Trailer
We will update this throughout the day when new trailers become available. Read more for download links ...
by Rainier on Nov. 20, 2006 @ 9:34 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Pirates of the Burning Sea is a massively multiplayer online roleplaying game set in the Caribbean islands of the 18th Century. You play a bold sea captain, master of your own ship and crew, as you seek glory and adventure across the trackless deep.
by Rainier on Nov. 20, 2006 @ 4:48 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Space Empires V completely updates the user interface, and takes the player into a real-time rendered 3D universe. Watch space battles play out in glorious detail with realistic effects. This v1.17 retail patch, not for the Steam edition, fixes a slew of issues, crashes, and makes a bunch of tweaks.
by Rainier on Nov. 20, 2006 @ 4:39 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Need for Speed Carbon delivers the next generation of adrenaline-filled street racing and will challenge players to face the ultimate test of driving skill on treacherous canyon roads. EA has released the first patch, bringing your US, UK, German or French retail game to v1.3 and fixing some WinXP/2K issues, as well as various multiplayer tweaks.
by Rainier on Nov. 20, 2006 @ 4:26 p.m. PST | Filed under
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DarkStar One delivers fast-paced action within a vast and authentic universe, spectacular graphics, freedom of choice, a gripping story and the power to save the federal galaxy from its nemesis! This v1.3 patch (for UK/US/German editions of the game) corrects miscellaneous bug fixes, includes interface, controlling improvements, and adds more modding-options and random missions.
by Rainier on Nov. 20, 2006 @ 2:31 p.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 Nov. 20, 2006 @ 1:42 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Gastronaut Studios's frantic multiplayer brawling game Small Arms” will be available for download on Xbox Live Arcade for Xbox 360 beginning Wednesday, November 22, after 0800 GMT (1:00 a.m. PST) for the usual 800 Microsoft points.
by Rainier on Nov. 20, 2006 @ 11:46 a.m. PST | Filed under
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The Witcher is an action RPG, combining features of such games as Dungeon Siege, Baldur’s Gate: Dark Alliance, Gothic and Neverwinter Nights. The game ensures entertainment to a broad group of older players, incorporating simple yet interesting game system, along with a complex plot and attractive 3D graphics.
by Rainier on Nov. 20, 2006 @ 11:19 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Travel back in time to 1990 to see how Sid created an innovative new gameplay experience that has evolved into this month's release of Sid Meier's Railroads! for the PC. The Railroad Tycoon Deluxe includes the full game, manual, reference cards, etc, as well as the required DOS emulator.
by Rainier on Nov. 20, 2006 @ 9:44 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Falcon 4.0: Allied Force features extensive improvements in all areas including artificial intelligence, graphics, multiplayer, terrain and of course the stunning real time, fully dynamic campaign engine. This patch brings your retail game to v1.0.9 and improves stability, AI, multiplayer and various other fixes and tweaks.
by Rainier on Nov. 20, 2006 @ 9:34 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Matrix Games has released a new patch for PureSim Baseball 2007, bringing your retail game to v1.40. In additional to resolving a number of minor issues, this update adds support for IE 7, Multi-base throwing errors, improved management AI, and improved time period specific pitcher usage.
by Rainier on Nov. 20, 2006 @ 5:29 a.m. PST | Filed under
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DIRT: Colin McRae Off-Road is set to be the most diverse and exhilarating off-road racing experience ever with sensational gravel, mud and dirt events the world over.
by Rainier on Nov. 20, 2006 @ 5:20 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Neverwinter Nights 2 is an RPG taking the player from the tiniest of villages into a sweeping tale of danger and war. While
the game itself is quite enjoyable, it is still riddled with bugs and annoyances, which is why Obsidian is currently working on a large v1.03 patch in terms of bug fixes, optimizations, and additional features such as the return of database support, and more DM Client additions.
by Rainier on Nov. 20, 2006 @ 4:33 a.m. PST | Filed under
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The weekend is over, let the next-gen console wars begin! Nintendo rolled out its Wii on Sunday, selling out allotments in numerous occasions, but the craze was nearly not as bad as Friday when people got mugged, stabbed or even shot at while waiting in line for a PS3. While a mere 400,000 units were shipped to stores across North America,
USAToday claims Sony will airlift up to 600,000 more units by the end of the year, though it hasn't announced where and when.
by Rainier on Nov. 20, 2006 @ 2:39 a.m. PST | Filed under
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At a 10-year anniversary celebration of the Dead or Alive franchise, organized by Tecmo and Enterbrain in Tokyo, producer Tomonobu Itagaki revealed his Team Ninja is already working on the fifth installment in the series. While no platforms were mentioned, Itagaki stated that he is listening closely to the fan base to hear what they want to see in future titles for the next 10 years, like whether or not to remove the tag team battle feature.
by Rainier on Nov. 20, 2006 @ 2:09 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Taito's classic Rainbow Islands endeared itself to an entire generation of gamers in the late 1980s with its playful mix of intense platforming challenges, a delightfully cute visual style and, of course, a heavy emphasis on rainbow-firing action.
by Evan Lahti on Nov. 20, 2006 @ 1:56 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Xbox Live Arcade Unplugged provides a taste of the Xbox Live Arcade experience for gamers everywhere, with a great collection of new and original casual games that are fun, engaging, and easy to learn and pick up and play.
by Geson Hatchett on Nov. 20, 2006 @ 1:49 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Based on Nickelodeon's hottest new show, fans will play as Aang, Katara, Sokka and Haru as they grow into an unstoppable team utilizing the kung fu inspired bending arts through the Avatar universe. Players will explore the four Avatar nations in beautifully detailed environments and battle new enemies.
by Rainier on Nov. 19, 2006 @ 2:30 p.m. PST | Filed under
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There haven't t really been any Killing Day updates, or an official announcement for that matter,
since E3/TGS 2005, and
according to PS3Land, there is a very good reason why. Ubisoft UK's Jan Sanghera confirmed that Ubisoft's next-gen shooter Killing Day has been cancelled, is no longer under development, and has been removed from its portfolio.
