by Ben Zackheim on Oct. 22, 2003 @ 1:03 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Developed by Firefly Studios, creators behind the successfull Stronghold series, Space Colony promises a gaming experience that's out of this world. Through a series of unique and pioneering missions players will be given the opportunity to combine all the intricacies of running a Space Colony with the most disfunctional crew ever assembled, whilst fighting off aliens and attempting to make a profit. Read more for the full review ...
by Rainier on Oct. 21, 2003 @ 12:12 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Publisher Big City Games and developer Dreams Interactive are pleased to announce that their high-flying hovercraft racing game 'Space Haste 2' has shipped to stores nationwide.
by Rainier on Oct. 21, 2003 @ 10:13 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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ESPN Videogames today announced that the highly acclaimed ESPN NBA Basketball has shipped to major retailers across North America. Having set the standard in basketball realism and entertainment, ESPN NBA Basketball continues its dynasty delivering unparalleled visual quality, unrivaled gameplay entertainment, and true innovation that is the foundation of the ESPN Videogames brand. Furthering the commitment to creating a telecast-quality experience, ESPN NBA Basketball includes the talent of Kevin Frazier - ESPN SportsCenter anchor - and Tom Tolbert - NBA analyst for ESPN - as in-game announcers. ESPN NBA Basketball and other ESPN Videogames are produced by Visual Concepts.
by Rainier on Oct. 17, 2003 @ 2:28 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Empire Interactive today announces that a Collector's Edition of the hit PC title Ghost Master is now shipping. This Collector's Edition includes the original game, plus a host of extras (a DVD copy of Scary movie, amongst other things) that will send a shiver down your spine and grin to your face in time for Halloween. Read more for details ...
by Rainier on Oct. 16, 2003 @ 2:08 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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'Sphinx and the Cursed Mummy' is an enchanting adventure filled with mystery, action and a deep, compelling storyline. The game is set in an entirely original universe that is styled upon ancient Egypt where players will embark on an epic quest exploring new worlds, uncovering dark secrets, interacting with hundreds of fantastic creatures and discovering new abilities. Traveling the world via magic portals to foil the evil plans of Set, players will guide Sphinx on a journey requiring all his wits, agility and special powers in an attempt to find the stolen mystical crowns of Egypt. Read more to check out the new screens ...
by Rainier on Oct. 15, 2003 @ 11:17 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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In their immeasurable greed and constant thirst for power, the thirteen most powerful Mages of all time doomed the land, hurling it into an endless spiral of chaos and despair. Entire countries were wiped out in the blink of an eye when the devastating power of the Elements was unleashed – Elements summoned by dark rituals. Continents shattered like glass, the pieces strewn about like leaves in the wind. Huge armies, bound by the the power of ancient runes, brought war and destruction to the lands that survived the initial onslaught. All that was left were a few islands, connected by magic portals. Read more for 3 tasty new screens ...
by Rainier on Oct. 15, 2003 @ 1:28 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Enter the world of urban street racing and high performance tuner cars with the latest title in the hit Need for Speed series: Need for Speed Underground. Take on today’s most popular tuner cars from Mitsubishi Motors, Subaru, Toyota and many more, building the ultimate street machine by earning cash to pay for custom body kits and a host of licensed car performance mods. But just creating a custom street racing machine will not get you to the top; it takes a certain amount of attitude and razor sharp driving skills to compete in the tough world of urban racing. Check out the new GBA screens!
by Thomas on Oct. 10, 2003 @ 7:48 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Activision announced today that the company will be an exclusive sponsor of the 2003 Gravity Games and that NBC will use Activision's proprietary Tony Hawk's Underground game engine technology to illustrate the street and vert athlete performances during the October 12, October 19 and October 26 Gravity Games broadcasts.
by Thomas on Oct. 9, 2003 @ 4:49 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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2 million Game Boy Advance SP sold across Europe.. Figures released this week show that Nintendo continue to lead the handheld market across Europe. For gaming on the go you can't beat the Game Boy Advance SP, the must have gadget this Christmas.
by Rainier on Oct. 8, 2003 @ 10:48 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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CDV Software Entertainment announces that "Combat Mission 2: Barbarossa to Berlin" Special Edition for the PC is available in retail stores.
by Rainier on Oct. 7, 2003 @ 1:02 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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ESPN Videogames today announced details of the ESPN Videogames Online Leagues for PlayStation 2 gamers who eagerly await the company's sports game lineup for the 2003-04 season. ESPN Videogames Online Leagues invite ESPN NFL Football, ESPN NBA Basketball, and ESPN College Hoops players to create and manage their own leagues with other sports gamers across the country. The leagues are now accessible at
the ESPN Videgames' website by clicking on the 'PS2 Online Gaming' link. This feature can be accessed through any PC with an Internet connection.
by Rainier on Oct. 7, 2003 @ 12:54 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Specnaz is a first person shooter from
Byte Software, and it's built on the outdoor 3D engine (Amoeba), in which main character passes through real environments and uses real weapons. Specnaz: Project Wolf is a shortcut of the military name called SPECIALNOGO NAZNACENIYA, which means SPECIAL FORCES.. Check out 3 new screens!
by Rainier on Oct. 7, 2003 @ 12:10 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Enter the world of urban street racing and high performance tuner cars with the latest title in the hit Need for Speed series: Need for Speed Underground. Take on today’s most popular tuner cars from Mitsubishi Motors, Subaru, Toyota and many more, building the ultimate street machine by earning cash to pay for custom body kits and a host of licensed car performance mods. But just creating a custom street racing machine will not get you to the top; it takes a certain amount of attitude and razor sharp driving skills to compete in the tough world of urban racing. Check out them shiny screens!
by Thomas on Oct. 7, 2003 @ 9:45 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Nokia, together with Electronic Arts (EA) today announced that the true authority in soccer gaming, FIFA Soccer 2004 will be released for the Nokia N-Gage game deck. The soccer season of FIFA Soccer 2004 on the Nokia N-Gage game deck will get players into amazing 3D stadium graphics, and head-to-head multiplayer gameplay via Bluetooth wireless technology.
by Thomas on Oct. 7, 2003 @ 4:39 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Following up last season's successful football management games, Just Football are set to release 17 club specific games for this season in October. Fans of Arsenal, Chelsea, Leeds Utd, Southampton, Manchester City, Everton, Portsmouth, Sheffield Utd, Sunderland, Hibs, WBA, Blackburn Rovers, Bolton Wanderers, Wolves, Charlton, Ipswich and Norwich City are all set to have their own specific management games, where they take charge and manage their own club season by season.
by Thomas on Oct. 6, 2003 @ 6:14 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Namco and Todd McFarlane Productions announced today the official name of Mammon, a character known by many "Spawn" enthusiasts for his mysterious appearances in numerous past comic book episodes. Until today, Mammon has been portrayed as a background character that appeared in dark, hidden shadows. Mammon is now slated to take on a much more proactive, even major, role in both the upcoming video game as well as in future episodes of the "Spawn" comic book series, with appearances beginning in issue 133. The video game, "Spawn: Armageddon," is scheduled to release in November 2003 on the PS2, GameCube and Xbox.
by Thomas on Oct. 5, 2003 @ 11:21 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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The highly anticipated action RPG Space Empires: Starfury, developed by Malfador Machinations and published by
Shrapnel Games is now available in stores! Space Empires: Starfury is the next installment in the best selling Space Empires series. This time the action is up close and personal as players command a starship on an action packed quest of their own making! With a dynamic universe to freely explore, intense tactical combat, and the ability to completely customize your vessel, Space Empires: Starfury is a science fiction fan's delight. Whether you're a longtime fan of Space Empires, or simply someone who enjoys romping around the galaxy, you'll find Space Empires: Starfury to be one hell of a ride across the stars.
by Rainier on Oct. 4, 2003 @ 1:58 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Enter the world of urban street racing and high performance tuner cars with the latest title in the hit Need for Speed series: Need for Speed Underground. Take on today’s most popular tuner cars from Mitsubishi Motors, Subaru, Toyota and many more, building the ultimate street machine by earning cash to pay for custom body kits and a host of licensed car performance mods. But just creating a custom street racing machine will not get you to the top; it takes a certain amount of attitude and razor sharp driving skills to compete in the tough world of urban racing. Check out the new & shiny screens!
by Rainier on Oct. 2, 2003 @ 1:22 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Got Game Entertainment today announced that "Conspiracies", its upcoming game of murder, mystery, and adventure has "gone gold". The PC game, packaged with both CD and DVD formats in one box, should hit store shelves in just a couple of weeks. With a futuristic setting, intriguing detective crime story, Full Motion Video, dozens of characters, non-linear gameplay and loads of challenging puzzles, early reviews of the game are already ranking it with the adventure game classics.
by Rainier on Sept. 30, 2003 @ 12:53 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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ESPN Videogames today announced details surrounding 24/7 mode, the hottest new way to play ESPN NBA Basketball, where gamers can create a player and participate in a series of one-on-one match-ups to gain access to a locker full of unlockable, virtual items. ESPN NBA Basketball will be available at retailers nationwide this October for the PlayStation2 and the Xbox. ESPN Videogames titles are produced by Visual Concepts - Sega's sports studios.
by Rainier on Sept. 30, 2003 @ 9:10 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Full Spectrum Warrior is based on a light infantry-training simulator designed by Pandemic Studios for the U.S. Army as a tool to reinforce Army doctrine and squad tactics amongst troops. Full Spectrum Warrior is a squad-based, tactical-action game that delivers the experience of squad level command in the heat of battle. Check a few new screens ...
by Rainier on Sept. 30, 2003 @ 8:27 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Colony Activated! Gathering announced today that Space Colony, the much anticipated personality sims-style strategy PC game has gone gold. In Space Colony, players are challenged to build and establish a colony, manage a motley crew of 20 operatives and defend the bases from attacking aliens, all while trying to make a profit. Developed by Firefly Studios, the masterminds behind the wildly successful Stronghold series, Space Colony is set to ship nationwide October 14, 2003.
by Rainier on Sept. 29, 2003 @ 11:39 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Sammy Studios Inc. has announced that it will publish Spy Fiction, an exciting new action-stealth video game for Sony PlayStation2, in North America. Spy Fiction is the first title developed by Access Games, a company formed in 2002 when a group of veteran developers came together to create the ultimate original action-stealth game. Spy Fiction is slated for release exclusively for PlayStation2 in Spring 2004. Read more for details & screens ...
by Thomas on Sept. 29, 2003 @ 11:28 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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DreamCatcher Games today announced that it has shipped Spirits & Spells for the Nintendo GameCube to stores. This fun new 3D platform game takes the younger gamer on an unforgettable journey into a spooky world full of magic, eerie environments and weird creatures. Players take on the role of Alicia, dressed as a witch, and Greg, disguised as a masked-devil.
by Thomas on Sept. 26, 2003 @ 6:44 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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In this platform action/adventure game, Spyro and his friends have inadvertently torn a hole in the fabric of space between the Rhynoc and Dragon Realms. At the command of the elusive Ripto, droves of Rhynocs are now pouring into the Dragon Realms. Spyro must help close the hole quickly before the portal and Ripto's ego grow too large and the two realms fuse together permanently... A set of character biographies. We'll know AI has really moved on when we start to receive character autobiographies. Check it out below!