The spectacle and valor of the Roman arenas will be recreated on the PC with the release of "The Gladiators of Rome" from Activision Value, a division of Activision Publishing, Inc. The real-time strategy game challenges players to train, equip and lead a troop of gladiators as they progress through small arenas to the great coliseums of Rome. "The Gladiators of Rome" is available at retail stores nationwide for a suggested retail price of $19.99 and has been rated "M" for Mature by the ESRB.

The 3DO Company today announced that "Heroes of Might and Magic IV" for the Macintosh has shipped to retail stores. The latest in the award-winning "Might and Magic" series, "Heroes IV" features six campaigns, over 60 new creatures and stunning graphics.

Ubi Soft Entertainment today announced that the next product in the IL-2 Sturmovik flight simulation product line, IL-2 Sturmovik: Forgotten Battles, will no longer be an add-on to the original game, but upgraded to a feature packed full, standalone sequel that will not require gamers to own the original IL-2 Sturmovik product. IL-2 Sturmovik: Forgotten Battles will be released on February 20th 2003.

The fate of a kingdom at war against an evil conspiracy lies in the hands of a lone heroine ready to battle against an army of darkness in Activision, Inc. Lost Kingdoms II, the sequel to the highly acclaimed real-time action RPG for the Nintendo GameCube. Propelled by a dramatic storyline, players take the role of a new young heroine with the ability to summon powerful creatures using magical Guardian Creature Cards. Like its predecessor, Lost Kingdoms II is being developed by FromSoftware, Inc. The game is expected to be available next spring and has not yet been rated by the ESRB.

The wait is finally over for the hottest, most talked about video game of the year, as AKA Acclaim, a division of Acclaim Entertainment, Inc. today announced that it has shipped BMX XXX for the Xbox video game system from Microsoft. Currently available in more than 15,000 stores nationwide, BMX XXX is a satirical romp in the style of such popular films as "American Pie" and was designed specifically for today's predominantly mature gaming audience.

Korea: Forgotten Conflict is an upcoming 3D tactical RTS/action (developed by Plastic Reality Technologies) with a Korean war background. Read more below to look at the first bunch of exclusive screenshots of deep war experience, 'Korea: Forgotten Conflict'. Release date: Q2 2003!

Electronic Arts announced today that it has shipped Shox for the PlayStation 2 computer entertainment system. Racing rookies as well as seasoned speed demons will hit the circuit to compete in amped-up arcade-style off-road car racing. Jumping into one of 24 licensed high voltage vehicles from Porsche, BMW, Subaru, Toyota, Ford, and other manufacturers, players race through three-lap circuits on dirt, snow, and asphalt. Sliding through dusty roads, slipping on ice, and shredding through tree-lined dirt trails, it's crowded on the open road, as six competing cars try to muscle into prime position, wreaking havoc along the way. Additionally, up to 4 players can compete for top rankings in a multiplayer split-screen mode. Shox for the PlayStation 2 carries an "E" (Everyone) rating from the ESRB and is priced at US MSRP $49.99. Shox was developed by Electronic Arts UK.

Three MA students Music Technology from the Utrecht School of the Arts (HKU-KMT) present Drive, a computer racing game for blind children, developed in co-operation with the Bartiméus Institute for the blind. This game, which only consists of sound, is the ultimate response to the lack of fun games for blind people. The students translated the essence of visual racing games into sound instead of the graphical elements

THQ today announced that it will release Disney/Pixar's "Finding Nemo" for Game Boy Advance and two games for PC/Mac. The video games, along with games for the PlayStation 2, GameCube and Xbox platforms are scheduled for release concurrent with the "Finding Nemo" theatrical release on May 30, 2003. THQ's interactive adventures based on "Finding Nemo" are the first under the Company's exclusive, multi-property publishing agreement with award-winning interactive entertainment publisher Disney Interactive and the Academy Award-winning Pixar Animation Studios.

Since the launch of the Xbox, Thrustmaster showed its technological advance in numerous occasions and is about to reiterate by releasing the 360 Modena Force GT, the first wheel adding impressive force effects to the Xbox gamer.

H.A.R.M. is back with only one obstacle to thwart their quest for world domination: Cate Archer, the beautiful but deadly UNITY operative who foiled their last nefarious plot. The world's most deadly assassins are summoned with one simple objective. They must kill Cate Archer. Meanwhile, the United States has uncovered a top secret Soviet project that, if successful, could bring about a third World War. Can Cate avert a nuclear holocaust and simultaneously stay out of H.A.R.M.'s way? Check out our silent killer of a review ..

id Software and Activision, Inc. are placing the fate of humanity in the hands of gamers everywhere with the release of DOOM II for the Game Boy Advance. Players fight off hordes of nightmarish enemies through labyrinthine levels and experience the gripping action and 3-D thrills of the legendary PC sequel that has continued to amaze a generation of DOOM fans. DOOM II for the Game Boy Advance is currently available at retail outlets nationwide at a suggested retail price of $29.99 and is rated "T" (Teen -- blood, violence) by the ESRB.

Ubi Soft Entertainment today announced that they have entered a deal with Monte Cristo Games for distribution of the officially licensed game Platoon in the Nordic region. Read more and check out the 12 new screens!

Shrapnel Games announced today that it's upcoming release, ATF: Armored Task Force, has had it's release date moved to November 13th. Richard Arnesen, of Shrapnel Games, stated "The release date for ATF was moved yesterday, after the printer informed us that they were running behind schedule. We apologize to all the fans of Captain Patrick Proctors war simulations."

Sony Online let us know that sign-ups are open for their upcoming massively multiplayer online shooter, Planetside. Just fill out the beta application, and you could be part of the PlanetSide open beta. The beta application will only be available for one week, so be sure to apply by Friday, November 8.

The much-anticipated upgrade to the massively multi-player online air combat game "Fighter Ace" soars into stores as a boxed version for the first time ever, just in time for Thanksgiving missions on the PC. Read more for details and a few new screens ...

Eidos Interactive announces that the No.1 selling Hitman 2: Silent Assassin is to be released on GameCube. Since its release on PlayStation 2, PC and Xbox in October this year, the game has enjoyed worldwide success having shipped in excess of one million units. Hitman 2: Silent Assassin on GameCube is currently being developed by IO Interactive and will be released in Spring 2003. Check out the first few screens from the Gamecube version!

"Spellforce – The Order of Dawn", the latest game by Volker Wertich, inventor of the successful "Settlers" series, is an exquisite combination of well-known RTS elements and the best features of roleplaying and tactical games. Check out the first 3 breathtaking screens ...

Sony Computer Entertainment Europe (SCEE) today announced that PlayStation 2 broadband network gaming will be launched in the Spring of 2003, beginning with the UK. This will be followed by a phased rollout into Germany, France, Spain, Australia other SCEE territories throughout 2003.

Midway Games Inc. a leading software industry publisher and developer, announced today that revolutionary FreeFormer gameplay will be featured in Haven: Call Of The King, a groundbreaking action and fantasy console videogame, which is in development and scheduled to ship Nov. 18 for the PlayStation 2 computer entertainment system. The title is also scheduled to ship for the Xbox video game system from Microsoft and Nintendo GameCube in 2003. Haven: Call Of The King is being developed by acclaimed U.K.-based developer, Traveller's Tales.

Ever wanted to test your skills against the world's best men and women tennis players? How about survive a gruelling five-set match against the world's No. 1 player on a moist clay court? We all want to argue with the line judge, don't we? Microsoft Game Studios today announced its first tennis title for the Xbox video game system is in development. Developed by Power and Magic Developments, "Top Spin," an Xbox exclusive and Xbox Live enabled tennis experience, will offer gamers and tennis fans a pulse-pounding glimpse into professional tennis.

THQ Inc. announce that "Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron - Search for Homeland," for Game BoyAdvance, and "Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron - Forever Free," for PC, are now available at retailers nationwide. The titles are based on DreamWorks Pictures' animated theatrical adventure "Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron," which is scheduled to release on DVD and home video on November 19.

Fathammer today announced the commercial launch and availability of the X-Forge 3D Game Engine, their premier development product for mobile devices. Fathammer’s X-Forge 3D Game Engine provides game developers with the ability to deliver high frame rate, console-quality 3D games with low memory footprint on a wide variety of wireless PDAs, Smartphones and handheld game devices.

Entertainment software publisher NovaLogic Ltd. today announced that the worldwide release of the eagerly awaited PC title Delta Force - Black Hawk Down has moved to Q1 2003.

Logitech announced today that the Logitech Speed Force Force Feedback Wheel for GameCube is now available on retail shelves in the U.S. and at www.logitech.com for a suggested retail price of $49.95 USD. The Logitech Speed Force Accessory Pack, sold separately, includes foot pedals and a lap attachment, and is available for a suggested retail price of $29.95 USD. Details of European pricing and availability will be published separately.