by Rainier on Jan. 3, 2006 @ 11:31 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Fight Night Round 3 brings the most intense boxing experience to gamers. Film-quality graphics showcase devastating punch impacts unparalleled in any game or film. On the way to becoming boxing's greatest legend, train to fight like the best including Muhammad Ali or create a boxing style unique only to your boxer.
by Rainier on Jan. 3, 2006 @ 10:51 p.m. PST | Filed under
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EverQuest: Prophecy of Ro adds three new features, spheres of influence, a trap system, and for the first time in EverQuest, players can destroy objects in the world.
Gene Troopers puts the player in the heart of a unique, vibrant and living science fiction universe, which is entangled in the greatest conflict ever witnessed. A terrifying elite battle force named Gene Troopers (GT) sets out to mercilessly fulfill its task: to find, gather and secure life forms.
by Hugh McHarg on Jan. 3, 2006 @ 12:01 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Spyro Shadow Legacy is an action/adventure game which will – for the first time – introduce magical powers, role-playing game (RPG) elements, and martial arts fighting to the beloved Spyro gameplay.
by Rainier on Jan. 2, 2006 @ 2:26 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Global War on Terror: Death Strike is a thrill-filled jet-powered fast-paced action game, and the first of the company's new Global War on Terror series. Global War on Terror: Death Strike features a plot brimming with relevance in today's world as you track down and stop WMD-seeking terrorists.
by Rainier on Jan. 2, 2006 @ 1:29 p.m. PST | Filed under
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PRISM: Threat Level Red is the commercial version that sets the world and environments that inspire the Army National Guard's game PRISM: Black Shield, and will feature a more detailed story line along with a unique campaign structure. The game will also feature distinct missions, unique events, unique weapons, and a few more surprises.
by Rainier on Jan. 2, 2006 @ 8:17 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Grotesque is a new adventure/rpg from German developer Silent Dreams, and promises to be an original blend of traditional fantasy RPG (like Gothic, Fable, Baldur's Gate, Planescape Torment) and sarcastic humor with adventure elements along the lines of Monkey Island.
by Rainier on Jan. 2, 2006 @ 7:36 a.m. PST | Filed under
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A few weeks ago a rumor started floating around that the January 2006 issue of PSM would reveal that UT 2007 was to be a
PS3 launch title, but this community post by an Epic producer on
the Atari forums tells a different story, "PC first. We're not scheduled to be a ps3 launch title, not certain where those news sites are getting that from. There will be a pre-release demo (on the PC at least)."
by Rainier on Jan. 2, 2006 @ 5:51 a.m. PST | Filed under
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The Stalin Subway is a realistic first-person shooter which is set in Stalin's Moscow of fall 1952. This demo allows you to check out one level from the full game.
by Rainier on Jan. 2, 2006 @ 3:39 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Darsana is a combination of a fast paced first person shooter, and a detailed statistics system and strategies of an RPG. Darsana runs along the lines of a fantasy medieval time including magic, and one of the opposition forces being the Undead. It is solely multiplayer and meant for 5-30 people per server.
by Rainier on Jan. 2, 2006 @ 3:14 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Takeda 2 is a game of epic Samurai action, set in 16th century feudal Japan. Takeda 2 puts the player in the role of Daimyo, a feudal lord fighting for the title of Shogun, supreme military commander. Magitech has released a small patch for its demo, adding a bunch of new portraits and a few gameplay/balance tweaks.
by Rainier on Jan. 2, 2006 @ 3:04 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Phantasy Star Universe is being developed for both the PS2 and the PC, offering two complete RPG experiences - a single-player action adventure spanning multiple planets, and a robust online multi-player component.
by Rainier on Jan. 2, 2006 @ 2:59 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 Kris Graft on Jan. 2, 2006 @ 12:02 a.m. PST | Filed under
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In FF3 you take on the role of Rei, a cursed young woman whose overwhelming guilt and tormented dreams lead her into a formidable world where the lines between reality and nightmares are blurred and the only way out is to solve the mystery of the tattoo.
by Corey Owen on Jan. 2, 2006 @ 12:01 a.m. PST | Filed under
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In Indigo Prophecy, New York City is stunned by a series of mysterious murders, all following the same pattern: ordinary people are killing absolute strangers in public areas. Lucas Kane becomes another one of these murderers when he suddenly kills a stranger in a men’s bathroom. Hunted by police, Lucas must uncover the dark forces behind his crime before being incarcerated for life.
by Rainier on Jan. 1, 2006 @ 1:30 a.m. PST | Filed under
E3 - E3 2003 May 14th
When a young clownfish named Nemo is captured by a diver on his first day of "school", his father, Marlin, embarks on an unbelievable quest to rescue his son. Extend the magic of the Disney/Pixar movie mega-event; and grab your chance to become Nemo as you play Finding Nemo on your favourite games system.
by Rainier on Jan. 1, 2006 @ 1:30 a.m. PST | Filed under
E3 - Pre - E3 2003
Game Developer Genre PS2 Xbox PC GBA
- DAoC: Shrouded Isles Mythic Entertainment MMORPG Feb. PC
- Rygar Tecmo Action / adventure May PS2
- Sniper Elite Rebellion Action / Stealth Nov PS2 Xbox PC
- Pilot Down Wide Games Action / Stealth - RPG PS2 Xbox PC
- Curse: the eye of Isis Asylum Entertainment Action / Horror Oct. PS2 Xbox PC
- IronStorm Rebellion First person shooter Nov. PS2
- Chicago 1930 Spellbound Tactical / action Oct. PC
- Ryzom Nevrax MMORPG Q4 PC
- Pax Romana Galilea Empire management
by Rainier on Jan. 1, 2006 @ 1:30 a.m. PST | Filed under
E3 - Pre - E3 2003
The company will showcase many highly anticipated games across multiple platforms and genres. From the timeless excitement of Disney's Haunted Mansion to the furiousness of the newly acquired Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) to the hilarious antics of The Muppets, TDK Mediactive offers something for every kind of gamer. With more than twice the square footage as last year, TDK Mediactive's booth (South Hall #1400), will feature titles for all gaming platforms, including PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system, Xbox(TM) video game system from Microsoft, Nintendo GameCube(TM) and Game Boy® Advance handheld system.
"When it comes to popular licensed games," said Vincent Bitetti, Chief
by Rainier on Jan. 1, 2006 @ 1:30 a.m. PST | Filed under
E3 - Pre - E3 2003
At E3 2003, EA will raise the bar with new and enhanced games such as FIFA FootballTM 2004, The Lord of the RingsTM, The Return of the KingTM, SSX 3 and Harry PotterTM QuidditchTM World Cup. EA's games are based on massively popular EA SPORTSTM and EA SPORTS BIGTM franchises, highly successful EA GAMESTM-branded titles with many games drawn straight from Hollywood's top box office franchises such as James Bond, Harry Potter and The Lord of the Rings. EA also is presenting new games from its No. 1 PC franchise, The SimsTM. The company's lineup crosses multiple platforms including next
by Rainier on Jan. 1, 2006 @ 1:30 a.m. PST | Filed under
E3 - Pre - E3 2003
Wallace & Gromit in Project Zoo for PlayStation 2, Xbox, and GameCube
In this single player action adventure, gamers take on the role of lovable dog, Gromit and attempt to liberate the Zoo from the evil clutches of maniacal penguin Feathers McGraw. While racing through six massive action packed levels, with 24 missions and 12 mini arcade games, players will master loads of special moves from Gromit such as back flips, somersaults and even break dancing. (Releases scheduled for fall 2003)
Carmen Sandiego The Clandestine File for PlayStation 2 and GameCube
The award-winning license is making its way to next-gen systems!
by Rainier on Jan. 1, 2006 @ 1:30 a.m. PST | Filed under
E3 - E3 2006 May 10th
The hit TV and comic series comes to the PS2! Experience the world of Naruto as you never have before. Join Naruto and his friends on their Ninja Academy quests as they battle the best in the land. Perfect your ninja skills to earn money and unlock tons of bonus content.
Do you have what it takes to become the ultimate ninja?
by Rainier on Jan. 1, 2006 @ 1:30 a.m. PST | Filed under
E3 - E3 2006 May 12th
Get the World Series of Poker: Tournament of Champions Trailer off WP (42mb)
World Series of Poker: Tournament of Champions takes a story-based approach as it puts players on the Circuit as a newly turned poker pro and under the wing of Chris “Jesus” Ferguson as his protégé. Players will test their skills against the world’s best poker pros in the premier Circuit Events in hopes of qualifying for the winner-take-all, invitation-only Tournament of Champions at the Rio Resort in Las Vegas. Along the way, players will face-off against more top pros than ever before, including: Joseph Hachem, the 2006
Grandia III is the newest title in Game Arts' role-playing series, using an all-new engine, N3, allowing for larger and more detailed environments.
by Rainier on Jan. 1, 2006 @ 1:30 a.m. PST | Filed under
E3 - Post - E3 2006
Genre: Racing
Publisher: Koei
Developer: Koei
Release Date: November 17, 2006
Of all of the titles slated to ship alongside the launch of Sony's PlayStation 3 console, Koei's Fatal Inertia looks to be one of the standout titles. Set in the 23rd century, Fatal Inertia is based on a sport that involves pilots flying around at incredible speeds and taking each other down, all in the name of honor and glory. At this year's E3, we got to talk with some members of the Koei team to check out their fast-paced racer, which is set to hit
by Rainier on Jan. 1, 2006 @ 1:30 a.m. PST | Filed under
E3 - Post - E3 2006
Genre: Real-Time Strategy
Publisher: THQ
Developer: Relic Entertainment
Release Date: September 19, 2006
What Would a 30-Ton Tank Do?
The conventions of World War II-themed games have become so persistent and commonplace that the act of discerning cliché from authenticity is a grand struggle in its own right. Everyman heroes, squadmate drama, clear distinctions between good and evil that let you enjoy the shooting without much regard for the corpses piling up, forever referencing the first 20 minutes of Saving Private Ryan – it's all endlessly recombined to balance the intensity-versus-authenticity equation in new ways that keep gamers
