Gala-Net announced Upshift StrikeRacer, a free-to-play online car racing and combat game, blending nerve-wracking high speed car races with explosive online player-versus-player combat as multiple gamers enter deadly matches for bragging rights and reputation.

Ricochet Infinity introduces a new way to play the game by putting the player in direct control of the ball. Instead of waiting for the ball to return to the paddle, with 'Recall' players can at any time, change the ball's direction, giving the player full control over the action during every second of the game, and not just when the ball hits the paddle.

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:

• Codename: Panzers Commander's Edition (PC)
• Cossacks: Emperor's Edition (PC)
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Atari announced it is developing N+, successor to the flash ninja game N, offering equal parts platformer and action gameplay with incredibly fluid animation, fast action, amazing acrobatics and instant playability.

Sea Monsters: A Prehistoric Adventure is an adaptation of the upcoming National Geograophic film puts you in the role of a giant prehistoric sea creature facing their daily battle to survive. Both fun and educational this is a must have for everyone who loves dinosaurs and prehistoric creatures.

Nostradamus: The Last Prophecy, developed by The Secrets of Da Vinci's Kheops Studio, is a classic point-and-click adventure game. Nostradamus sends his daughter Madeleine to help Catherine de Medici, who thinks she has been cursed. As practicing medicine is a male occupation, the game allows you to disguise as Madeleine's brother Cesar to interact with other NPCs.

Naruto: Clash of Ninja Revolution is a North American Wii exclusive title, and will include characters that have never been featured in the Clash of Ninja game series. The game will follow the storyline of the television series and will take advantage of the Wiimote in fast-paced ninja action for up to four players in nine different gameplay modes.

Agetec announced that it will be releasing Rhythm 'n Notes for the Nintendo DS this fall. This unique title offers tonal and rhythmic music training in the form of entertaining piano and drumming games. No matter what your musical background or tastes, Rhythm ‘n Notes is for you!

EA announced today that the Need for Speed franchise is introducing a new version that drives the series in a new direction. Need for Speed ProStreet is a ground-breaking Need for Speed experience where you’re thrust to compete head to head against the best street racers in a multitude of racing showdowns.

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:

• WarTech Senko no Ronde (Xbox 360)
• Surf's Up (GBA/NDS/PS2/Wii/PS3/X360/PC)
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Gods War Online is a fantasy-themed game based on Greek Mythology dating back to the Age of the Demigods. Meet the Hellenistic civilization and all its significant gods of that age, fascinating plots, esthetical scenes, customized character development, exciting combat mode, all the features that you are expecting from a good MMORPG

Matrix Games' John Tiller’s Campaign Series is a compilation combining many of the popular WWII turn-based tactical games from Talonsoft’s Campaign Series into one affordable package, including: West Front, East Front, East Front 2, and the Rising Sun platoon-level combat series, as well as all of the official add-ons and expansion packs.

The new Phantasy Star Universe Special Edition Texter is a Phantasy Star Universe-themed version of the Texter game messaging product from Blue Orb for use with the X360 and PS2 allowing them to type text messages directly from their game controller

TOMY Corporation and D3Publisher of America announced the upcoming NDS exclusive release of Naruto: Path of the Ninja, the first RPG for Naruto in North America and will offer original content and scenarios that have never been seen before!

SUN Sports & Entertainment announced that it has completed the formation of MMA Games with partners Barking Lizards and Summit Advisory Partners to create Art of War, a cutting edge fighting game that focuses on and reinforces the Art of War fighting competition.

In feudal Japan, it was kill or be killed for the samurai. Kengo: Legend of the 9, known in Europe as Kengo Zero, lets you battle as one of nine famous samurai warriors while mastering expert techniques to gain an advantage over your foes. Become a Kengo Master as you fight your way through lush, high-definition Japanese environments.

nDreams Ltd, founded by SCi/Eidos' former creative director Patrick O’Luanaigh, announces Venus Redemption, an episodic casual game created for 30+ female gamers, with a rich plot written by a noted novelist, featuring a powerful storyline, deep characters, emotion-based interactive conversations and exciting adventure gameplay.

Microsoft unveiled Microsoft Surface, a new category of surface computing products from Microsoft that turns an ordinary tabletop into a vibrant, dynamic surface that provides effortless interaction with all forms of digital content through natural gestures, touch and physical objects.

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:

• Shadowrun (X360/PC)
• Crush (PSP)
• Atelier Iris 3: Grand Phantasm (PS2)
• Mortal Kombat: Armageddon (Wii)
• Tamagotchi: Party On! (Wii)
• UFO: Extraterrestrials (PC)
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American McGee's Grimm is a story-driven action-adventure game. The player interacts with a compelling collection of vividly drawn characters inhabiting a world built around twisted takes on the best-known tales in Western fiction. The game combines familiar exploration and questing conventions with a thematically inspired fighting mechanic based on the notion that “words are weapons”.

Empire Interactive announced that it has signed a distribution and licensing agreement with Red Mile Entertainment for Lucinda Green’s Equestrian Challenge. This family-friendly game delivers a fun, realistic portrayal of the equestrian sport under the tutelage of record breaking Badminton rider and former world champion Lucinda Green.

Celebration of the 20th anniversary of the movie, Codemasters unveiled details on Dirty Dancing: The Video Game! Through this action puzzler, Dirty Dancing enthusiasts now have the opportunity to experience the life of Baby, learn to dance with the resident dancing couple, Johnny and Penny, and work alongside the team at the renowned Kellerman’s Mountain House Resort.

Whisk your Sims away from their everyday routines and take them on exciting trips to three exotic locations! Whether relaxing on a lush tropical island in a luxury suite, camping outdoors on a pristine mountaintop, or exploring the culture of the Far East, your Sims will enjoy all-new activities to relax and rejuvenate them. Send your Sims packing for the trip of a lifetime!

Lighthouse Interactive announces that it has acquired the worldwide publishing rights to Darkness Within: In Pursuit of Loath Nolder, previously called Loath Nolder: Labores Solis. Developed by Zoetrope Interactive, this horror/thriller adventure game is greatly inspired by the works of H.P. Lovecraft.

City Interactive is taking a break from the FPS genre, as it announced Overspeed: High Performance Street Racing. Illegal streetracing in Los Angeles seems to be the major focus, with damage models, joy pad support, car tuning, online multiplayer and more ...