by Rainier on May 20, 2002 @ 7:57 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Infogrames is blasting Battle Engine Aquila, an intense first-person mech-combat game, onto the Xbox and the PS2 this winter. Towering over photo-realistic battlefields, players will control a cutting-edge prototype tank—the Battle Engine Aquila, the single-most powerful unit on the battlefield—to lead their nation to victory. Njoy the screens!
by Thomas on May 20, 2002 @ 5:06 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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LucasArts Entertainment Company LLC today announced its intent to develop versions of the company's highly anticipated first game of its Star Wars Galaxies online series for Xbox Live and PlayStation 2. Specific release dates for the Star Wars Galaxies-branded massively multiplayer games for the two next generation console platforms will be announced at a later time. This December LucasArts will release a Windows PC version of the game, developed by Sony Online Entertainment, titled Star Wars Galaxies: An Empire Divided.
by Rainier on May 17, 2002 @ 7:13 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Black Isle Studios, the award-winning RPG (roleplaying game) division of Interplay, and leading console game developer Snowblind Studios announced today their plan to bring the Baldur's Gate: Dark Alliance franchise to the Xbox.
by Rainier on May 17, 2002 @ 11:11 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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TDK Mediactive Europe, a leading entertainment software publisher based in Bascharage, Luxembourg, today confirmed that the debut title of its highly anticipated 3D racing-simulation game, ‘Mercedes-Benz WorldRacing’ (MBWR) will speed onto the acclaimed Xbox this Autumn. The first batch of 11 screens ... njoy!
by Rainier on May 16, 2002 @ 8:20 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Midway Games Inc. announced today that Haven: Call Of The King, a groundbreaking action and fantasy console videogame, is in development. Haven: Call Of The King is scheduled to ship fall 2002 for next-generation systems and is being developed by acclaimed London-based developer, Traveller's Tales.
by Rainier on May 16, 2002 @ 3:12 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Codemasters has won the exclusive console and PC game rights to the US-based Indy Racing League in a deal with Indianapolis Motor Speedway, LLC. The arrangement includes the rights to the "Greatest Spectacle in Racing", the Indianapolis 500-Mile Race, also known as the Indy 500.
by Rainier on May 15, 2002 @ 4:18 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Microsoft Corp., along with its manufacturing partner Flextronics Corp., today announced plans to establish a manufacturing and assembly operation for the Xbox in China later this year. The companies also stated that the console manufacturing operation in Hungary would be relocated to Doumen, China. In addition to the Xbox operations at Flextronics' Guadalajara, Mexico, facility and the new operations in China, Microsoft will add another facility in Asia in the future.
by Rainier on May 15, 2002 @ 2:09 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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A smash hit in its rookie season, this franchise will include several new customization and presentation features and gameplay enhancements. In "NFL Fever 2003," gamers can customize uniforms, playbooks and plays. "NFL Fever 2003" updates will include up-to-date rosters, the NFL’s new eight-division format, the new expansion team, the Houston Texans, and new stadiums for the Bears, Lions and Patriots. The gridiron game also will feature online capabilities. Check these nifty screens.
by Rainier on May 15, 2002 @ 1:58 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Through a carefully planned effort that includes the participation of key retailers and third-party publishers, Microsoft Corp. today unveiled its plans for a North American price reduction of the Xbox. Effective immediately, Xbox will have an estimated retail price of $199.99 in the United States ($299.99 CAN). The price reduction will be supported by a multimillion dollar national merchandising and marketing campaign set to begin this weekend. Microsoft also announced it is reducing the price of Xbox in Japan to 24,800 yen effective Wednesday, May 22.
by Rainier on May 15, 2002 @ 1:53 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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FilePlanet is now mirroring the official Xbox trailer of The Elder Scrolls III: Morrowind. See the beautiful graphics, landscapes, and environments as the movie runs through actual game footage of this awesome title. Since fileplanet's is a whopping 40mb we compressed their version down to 20mb (divx format). Read more for links where to grab it!
by Rainier on May 14, 2002 @ 7:18 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Ubi Soft announces "Dragon's Lair 3D" for the Xbox, PC and Mac -- an all-new 3D fantasy adventure game based on the popular game and characters from legendary animator, Don Bluth. Developed by Dragonstone, gamers will be able to fully experience Dragon's Lair with the highest quality graphics and sound that made the arcade version a blockbuster success. Dragon's Lair 3D is scheduled for release on Xbox, PC and Mac in Fall 2002.
by Rainier on May 14, 2002 @ 1:29 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Splinter Cell™ is a third person stealth action game, featuring cyber-terrorism, shadow agencies, and covert operations and is set in the realistic, highly detailed geopolitical universe as portrayed by Tom Clancy. Today we got some new Xb screens, showing "the light/shadow effects that drive the gameplay". A few familiar looking screens and a bunch on new one's.
by Rainier on May 11, 2002 @ 5:40 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Quantum Redshift challenges gamers to display a rare combination of raw racing skill and savvy weapons strategy to achieve ultimate victory. We posted a trailer only a few days ago and here are some renders character and vehicle renders to enjoy.
by Thomas on May 10, 2002 @ 4:16 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Since the launch of Xbox six months ago, InterAct Accessories, Inc., a Recoton company, has perfected its accessory product line and has introduced an enhanced controller, the PowerPad Pro to provide gamers with the ultimate advantage. InterAct will also be introducing a controller extension cable and a new version of the Xbox Starter Kit.
by Rainier on May 9, 2002 @ 4:47 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Earlier today we announced the "wet making" Colin McRae Rally 3 from Codemasters being displayed at the upcoming E3 show in Los Angeles and here we are to bring you 3 PS2 and 3 Xbox screens to REALLY make you wet! Check em out!
by Rainier on May 9, 2002 @ 1:20 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Electronic Arts unveils plans for its new James Bond game that promises to deliver a complete 007 experience filled with action-packed excitement and intrigue that will leave players shaken… and stirred! James Bond 007: NightFire will take Bond fans higher and deeper than any previous Bond game with breathtaking locations and intense gameplay on multiple platforms. NightFire is currently under development and scheduled for worldwide release in late 2002 for PS2, Nintendo GameCube, Xbox and PC platforms.
by Rainier on May 9, 2002 @ 10:27 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Buffy the Vampire Slayer is a third-person action/adventure game based on the international hit television series. Players take on the role of Buffy Summers, a typical high school student by day and a fierce destroyer of the undead by night. Buffy the Vampire Slayer combines fighting, action, drama, humor, exploration and puzzle solving in a complex interactive 3D environment. Check these new Buffy screens!
by Rainier on May 8, 2002 @ 9:56 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Indiana Jones is back and better than ever! From the crocodile-infested waters in Ceylon to the bustling streets of Hong Kong, perennial action hero Indiana Jones' wits, agility, whip lashing and hand-to-hand combat skills will be put to the test as never before in Indiana Jones and the Emperor's Tomb from LucasArts Entertainment Company LLC. The exhilarating third person action-adventure is expected to release fall 2002 for Xbox, PlayStation 2, and PC. The game is being developed in collaboration with The Collective, Inc.
by Rainier on May 8, 2002 @ 7:24 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Spider-Man: The Movie Game immerses players in 24 high-swingin', web-slingin' world of the feature film starring Tobey Maguire and Willem Dafoe (due for release in June 2002). The player assumes the role of the super hero himself, weighing great power with great responsibility as he embarks on a career to thwart crime and put an end to a mastermind criminal, the Green Goblin, and his legions of evil. All-new aerial combat, in-air control and free-roaming capabilities add to a franchise that has already enjoyed astonishing success. Check these brand new Xbox/Gamecube and PC screens!
by Rainier on May 8, 2002 @ 6:27 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Microsoft reported a sizeable increase in sales of its Xbox throughout Europe as customers have enthusiastically embraced the recent price reduction. Now available in Europe for an estimated street price of €299 ($272 U.S.), the award winning Xbox is the most powerful video game system on earth. 40 games are currently available in Europe (65 in the U.S.) and more than 150 to be available by Christmas.
by Rainier on May 8, 2002 @ 11:34 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Developed by Presto Studios Inc., "Whacked!" will feature fast and furious combat in which eight demented contestants are pitted against each other in the world's most irreverent and dangerous game show. When contestants take the stage, all hell breaks loose as free-for-all combat ensues. Contestants must use power-ups and zany weapons such as giant staplers and rubber ducky grenades to flatten their opponents and win a grand prize that's out of this world. "Whacked!" is slated for release in fall 2002. Check out the promotional trailer!
by Rainier on May 8, 2002 @ 11:31 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Set 100 years in the future, “Quantum Redshift” features a new racing tournament of speed and daring that has become an organized sport and is raced on tracks all over the world. Gamers race on futuristic terrains and compete in fierce grudge matches against multiple opponents, including an archrival/nemesis character. “Quantum Redshift” delivers hyper speed racing, 16 vehicles, 16 detail-laden tracks, weapons strategy, intelligent AI opponents, spectacular aerial jumps and character-based nuances to appeal to action and racing gamers. Check the 1m44s gameplay trailer!
by Rainier on May 2, 2002 @ 7:14 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Capturing the intrigue, danger and heroism of Allied escape attempts from POW camps during World War II, this is the experience offered by Codemasters ' Prisoner of War, a new kind of escape adventure game coming to PlayStation 2, Xbox and PC. Its gameplay delivers a tense 3rd person adventure where the player's bravery, stealth and cunning will ensure Stone wins the day. A few new screens and the packshots, so you know what to look for this summer!
by Rainier on May 2, 2002 @ 2:48 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Get ready to lace up your high-tops and drive the lane when Activision introduces Street Hoops for the PS2/Xbox. This gritty street-style basketball game will take players to the most notorious neighborhood courts in 10 U.S. cities as they compete for street cred and bragging rights on the blacktop. Some new PS2/Xbox screens.
by Rainier on May 2, 2002 @ 2:40 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Microsoft announced a strategic promotional movement with leading brands in sports, music and consumer products categories to promote the Xbox. Microsoft has entered into a multipartner program for spring and summer, teaming Xbox with synergistic and prominent brands intended to propel the Xbox brand and system into the lifestyles of video game players everywhere. Key alliances include the multicity Pop Disaster Tour, featuring blink-182 and Green Day; the Number One Parts Inc. (NOPI) drag racing series; Pepsi's new SoBe soft drink, Mr. Green; the Association of Volleyball Professionals (AVP); Vans extreme sports; and Zumiez, a chain of youth-oriented apparel stores.