by Rainier on March 20, 2003 @ 8:53 a.m. PST | Filed under
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In "Vultures" the gamer lives the hard gladiator life: in different arenas and with classical or modern/futuristic weapons at his disposal the gladiator has to defeat his enemies in a duel in order to survive. The aim is to win to become undefeated champion of the "Vultures".
by Rainier on March 19, 2003 @ 10:30 a.m. PST | Filed under
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In this gritty and darkly humorous 3rd person action adventure, players join the courageous Brotherhood of Steel, whose mission is to maintain peace in the grim post-nuclear world of Fallout. Challenged by hordes of ghouls, mutants and other radioactive nightmares, players utilize a combination of intense combat strategies including melee, ranged weapons and explosives to fulfill their daunting task of defeating the mutant army in hopes of restoring humanity in a nearly unlivable universe. Welcome to the wasteland. 6 new screens!
by Eric on March 19, 2003 @ 1:04 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Get ready to bury the world’s most renowned cars when you race against them with your own brand of sports car. Start off with a small garage, create the ultimate driving machine and go into business as the up and coming sports car manufacturer. Your goal is to build up a reputation for your brand by racing your cars against real sports cars. The more races you win, the more pedigree your brand will receive. If you consistently win the races, you are put to the challenge to start a production line, sell your cars, design new ones, and continue the cycle.
by Rainier on March 18, 2003 @ 10:09 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Amped 2 is the ultimate freestyle snowboarding experience offering the largest, most varied trick library of any snowboarding game. Explore vast areas of wide-open, spectacularly rendered real mountains packed with terrain parks designed by world-famous snow park architect, Chris Gunnarson. Play head-to-head with friends to compare skills or challenge up to 7 others in various multiplayer modes. When ready to take it to the next level, connect to Xbox Live to check rankings and challenge the world’s best virtual riders.
by Rainier on March 18, 2003 @ 9:41 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Earth. Twenty-second century. Five years after the rebellion on Mars. For the last 15 years the corrupt dictator, Sopot, has oppressed the people of the Commonwealth. His relentless pursuit of unification with the neighboring United Republic has left the country soaked in unnecessary bloodshed. A battle for power and control that leaves the people of the Commonwealth in poverty. As not so ordinary citizens, a squad of super soldiers injected with nano-technology is formed. Fed up after years on the front lines each member vows to unify with the common goal of replacing the dictator. Today we serve up a whopping 80 PC, Xbox and Gamecube screens .. Njoy!
by Rainier on March 18, 2003 @ 11:31 a.m. PST | Filed under
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SC2 features seven distinctive modes of game-play including: Arcade, Vs, Time Attack, Survival, Team Battle, Practice, and the console exclusive, Weapon Master. Weapon Master is a "complete the mission" mode combined with an RPG twist. In this mode, the player can collect and equip their character with up to 200 different weapons, thus adding a deeper level of strategy to every new battle. Check out 40+ Xbox screens ..
by Rainier on March 18, 2003 @ 11:21 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Kemco U.S.A. INC. has shipped the highly anticipated Batman: Dark Tomorrow for the Xbox and GameCube to retail outlets nationwide. Developed internally by Kemco, Batman: Dark Tomorrow is rated T (Teen) and has an SRP of $49.99.
by Thomas on March 18, 2003 @ 9:38 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Rayman, the only gaming hero with no arms, no legs, helicopter hair, and brand new powers, is storming more next-gen consoles with the latest installment of the 11-million-plus-best-selling franchise! Ubi Soft Entertainment today announced that Rayman 3: Hoodlum Havoc for the PlayStation2 computer entertainment system and the Xbox video game system from Microsoft have both shipped for retail.
by Rainier on March 17, 2003 @ 9:46 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Since his creation by Stan Lee in 1962, the Hulk has become one of Marvel’s most well known and popular characters around the world. Expanding from his comic-book origins, the Hulk has been seen in video games, books, TV and countless other mediums. Now, with the release of the blockbuster Ang Lee film in Summer 2003, Universal will bring the Hulk to life like never before. Check out 6 brand new screens ...
by Thomas on March 17, 2003 @ 8:35 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Recognizing that color allows people to express their individuality, Microsoft Corp. is listening to gamers who wanted color options for their Xbox controller. The company is even taking it one step further by putting the choice of colors squarely in the gamers' hands. In an exciting new twist to the Xbox experience, gamers can log onto
xbox.com beginning today to help decide the colors of a special line of Xbox controllers.
by Rainier on March 16, 2003 @ 10:10 p.m. PST | Filed under
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CDV announces the official name for its action adventure title, formerly known as Core: The Kore Gang! It will be released exclusively for the Xbox. The renowned Swedish development studio UDS is preparing a masterpiece that already shows tremendous potential of becoming a cult hit. Offering outstanding graphics and sound, The Kore Gang goes to the hilt in utilizing Xbox's graphical strengths. This action adventure is scheduled for release at the end of 2003. Read more for details and screens ...
by Rainier on March 14, 2003 @ 10:19 a.m. PST | Filed under
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MotoGP 2 for Xbox and Xbox Live! offers eight different racing modes including: Stunt, GP, time trial, Training challenges, tag, Live, multi-player & single race, customizable bikes and all of the riders from the real 2002 MotoGP class. Players can create custom riders and race them online at 60 frames per second with up to 16 riders on one track during a single race. Players can also utilize Microsoft's online voice communication to talk trash with the nearest competitor at speeds that will make their voices crack and their knees buckle.
by Thomas on March 14, 2003 @ 2:24 a.m. PST | Filed under
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The line-up of X-Box live titles has been announced for the March 14th opening of the service. Read more to check out the Euro titles!
by Thomas on March 14, 2003 @ 2:18 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Microsoft Corp. which launched an online service in Europe for its Xbox game consoles Thursday, is struggling to win over makers of the top titles. Microsoft, whose Xbox has sold about a sixth as many as Sony Corp.'s PlayStation 2, will launch the Internet service in eight countries without the backing of Electronic Arts Inc., the biggest U.S. computer-game maker, or Tomb Raider creator Eidos Plc... Full scoop at
Tribnet.com!
by Rainier on March 14, 2003 @ 1:26 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Hunter: The Reckoning returns to the Xbox with even more frenetic multi-player action than the original game. Based on the gothic fantasy world of White Wolf's pen and paper RPG system, players act as human monster-hunters combining melee, ranged and spell-driven attacks. In Hunter: The Reckoning - Redeemer, the hunt continues as a new Hunter joins the original team of 4 in their fight to save the citizens of Ashcroft from a twisted plot to take over the innocent town. Players battle against hordes of supernatural enemies in single-or multi-player mode - they do whatever it takes to get the job done.
"Kung Fu Chaos" allows up to four people to battle it out on huge interactive movie sets that provide an added challenge to the mayhem. In true Hong Kong style, the combat features over-the-top gigantic leaps, suicidal stunts and multiple-opponent action. Gamers can choose from an outrageous cast of characters, each with unique brawling capabilities.
by Rainier on March 13, 2003 @ 12:05 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Xicat Interactive Inc., announced today that BlackStone: Magic and Steel, has shipped and is on store shelves. BlackStone is Xicat’s second Japanese RPG release in three months for the Xbox. “BlackStone: Magic and Steel is a unique fusion of RPG elements and multiplayer hack & slash game play. We’re confident it will be a big title for us this quarter,” says Brad Flack, director of sales at Xicat. BlackStone: Magic and Steel will be available for the Xbox and can be found throughout North America. BlackStone is rated T for blood and violence.
by Rainier on March 13, 2003 @ 8:47 a.m. PST | Filed under
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A major number one best seller for PS2, the Xbox/PC edition features more cars on track in every race and adds qualifying rounds to the cut-throat career championships. A superior graphics engine will deliver the close contact, and often dangerous, racing in dramatic detail. TOCA Race Driver delivers a racing experience packed with 42 real touring and sports cars, 13 championships and an incredible 38 internationally renowned race circuits. New to the Xbox/PC edition are the introduction of a qualifying round to championship races; in Australia's championship players will experience the 'Shoot out' qualification system. Call it Toca Race driver, Pro Race Driver or DTM Race Driver, these screens are for one and the same game, njoy!
by Rainier on March 12, 2003 @ 8:43 p.m. PST | Filed under
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A few weeks ago Ubi Soft Entertainment announced plans to release Kola Cell, a new level for the highly successful videogame Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell available for download via Xbox Live. Sam Fisher fans won't have to wait much longer! The new mission for Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell will be available to Xbox Live subscribers beginning March 14, 2003. In the meantime UbiSoft was so kind to once again send us a few new screens to keep you happy ...
by Rainier on March 12, 2003 @ 1:49 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Vivendi Universal Games and Interplay Entertainment Corp. today announced the development of Fallout: Brotherhood of Steel for the PlayStation2 and the Xbox. Read more for details & the first screens ...
by Rainier on March 12, 2003 @ 9:14 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Star Wars: The Clone Wars is the first LucasArts console game available for play over the Internet (up to 8 players) and will offer expanded combat action specifically designed for Xbox Live. Communicate with other players through voice chat. Become a ranked player; earn medals. Play Conquest Mode with new exclusive weapons and commands. Read more to check out some new screens ...
by Rainier on March 12, 2003 @ 8:38 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Engage in this saga set in the Golden Age of the Republic - over 4,000 years before the first Star Wars film, when both Jedi and Sith number in the thousands. With the Galaxy reeling from a recent conflict with the Dark Lords, the ongoing battle between the Jedi and the Sith rages on. Your actions determine the outcome of this colossal galactic war - and your destiny as a Jedi. Check this new batch of 30+ screens ...
by Thomas on March 11, 2003 @ 4:38 a.m. PST | Filed under
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SEGA of America, Inc. officially announced today the release of "SEGA Sports World Series Baseball 2K3" for the Xbox video game system from Microsoft. "SEGA Sports World Series Baseball 2K3" launches with a host of gameplay and visual enhancements, including an ESPN telecast-style presentation, Hall of Fame legends, retro uniforms and ballparks, and new player moves and animations. Produced by Visual Concepts Entertainment, a SEGA development studio, and developed by Blue Shift Inc., "SEGA Sports World Series Baseball 2K3" will once again be in a league of its own.
by Rainier on March 10, 2003 @ 3:26 p.m. PST | Filed under
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SC2 features seven distinctive modes of game-play including: Arcade, Vs, Time Attack, Survival, Team Battle, Practice, and the console exclusive, Weapon Master. Weapon Master is a "complete the mission" mode combined with an RPG twist. In this mode, the player can collect and equip their character with up to 200 different weapons, thus adding a deeper level of strategy to every new battle. Check out these 40 PS2 as well as 40 Xbox screens ..
by Rainier on March 10, 2003 @ 10:00 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Microsoft Game Studios announced today that two-time grand slam winner Lleyton Hewitt, along with two tennis superstars yet to be disclosed, will be featured on the cover of “Top Spin,” the new Xbox tennis title set to launch in the fall of 2003. Created exclusively for Xbox by PAM, “Top Spin,” which will be Xbox Live-enabled, provides tennis fans with the ultimate on court and online tennis experience.