'Gates of Troy' Available - Screens
by Judy on July 15, 2004 @ 4:29 p.m. PDT | Filed under News
Gates of Troy is currently available from the Slitherine Online store. Games are shipped worldwide as part of the price. Read more for some new screens.
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'Cycling Manager 4' - Update Patch Available NOW
by Judy on July 15, 2004 @ 3:41 p.m. PDT | Filed under News
Cyanide Studios has released the first patch for the latest installment in the Cycling Manager franchise, 'Cycling Manager 4'. This update patch brings your retail game to v1.1 and addresses a slew of editor, gameplay, and database issues with old/new careers (thanks Gamershell). Read more for download links ...
'Xbox Live' - More than 1 Million Served
by Judy on July 15, 2004 @ 2:16 p.m. PDT | Filed under News
Microsoft Corp. today announced that more than 1 million people are now members of the worldwide Xbox Live online video gaming service. With peak usage time for Xbox Live between 7:30 and 9 p.m., this thrill-seeking throng is showing that they prefer to play TV.
Various Game Trailers Available NOW
by Judy on July 15, 2004 @ 1:31 p.m. PDT | Filed under News
Another day, another batch of game trailers were released. Instead of giving them all their own posts, we grouped them, and so far there are trailers for :
- WWX: Rumble Roses - Trailer #3
- Second Sight - Gimmicks & E3 Trailers (2)
- Nexuiz - Trailer #2
Valve Shuts Down WON Authentication Servers
by Judy on July 15, 2004 @ 11:59 a.m. PDT | Filed under News
Starting July 26th, the shutdown of the WON authentication servers will begin. This process will be completed on July 31st. This means players will no longer be able to access Internet features of Valve games, such as Counter-Strike 1.5, using the WON authentication servers. Users can continue using Valve games on the Steam service by downloading the Steam installer and setting up a Steam account. Counter-Strike 1.5 players will be upgraded to Counter-Strike 1.6 free of charge through Steam.
EA's Hot Summer Night - Screens (part 1)
by Judy on July 15, 2004 @ 10:46 a.m. PDT | Filed under News
EA is holding their summer press event today, and here are a deluge of screens from the titles that were presented:
- Armies of Exigo
- Battlefield 2
- Burnout 3: Takedown
- Catwoman
- Def Jam: Fight for New York
EA's Hot Summer Night - Screens (part 2)
by Judy on July 15, 2004 @ 10:40 a.m. PDT | Filed under News
EA is holding their summer press event today, and here are a plethora of screens from the titles that were presented:
- GoldenEye: Rogue Agent
- Lord of the Rings: Battle for Middle-Earth
- Lord of the Rings: The Third Age
- Need for Speed Underground 2
- The Sims 2
- Ty the Tasmanian Tiger 2
- Time Splitters: Future Perfect
- Urbz: Sims in the City
EA's Hot Summer (Sports) Night - Screens
by Judy on July 15, 2004 @ 10:35 a.m. PDT | Filed under News
EA Sports titles:
- FIFA Soccer 2005
- Madden NFL 2005
- NBA Live 2005
- NCAA March Madness 2005
- NHL 2005
- Tiger Woods PGA Tour 2005
Second Sight (NGC/PS2/Xbox) - Screens
by Judy on July 15, 2004 @ 10:06 a.m. PDT | Filed under News
Second Sight, developed by the creative force behind the acclaimed TimeSplitters series Free Radical Design, is an original property that redefines the standards for stealth action gameplay. Due later this year for PS2, Xbox and GameCube, check these new screens...
'Sudeki' (Xbox) Goes Gold! - Screens
by Judy on July 15, 2004 @ 9:46 a.m. PDT | Filed under News
Microsoft Game Studios today announced that Sudeki, the exclusive Xbox roleplaying game (RPG), has gone gold and is scheduled to ship to stores on July 20 in North America for an estimated retail price of $49.95 (U.S.). Sudeki will be available in Europe in August.
'The Urbz: Sims in the City' Coming To Nintendo DS
by Judy on July 15, 2004 @ 9:36 a.m. PDT | Filed under News
Electronic Arts today announced that The Urbz: Sims in the City, the latest franchise from the celebrated studio behind The Sims, is in development for the Nintendo DS. EA, in conjunction with Griptonite Games, is developing the game in Redwood City, CA and will ship in November 2004 under the EA GAMES brand.
'DOOM 3' - Demo Coming!
by Judy on July 15, 2004 @ 7:35 a.m. PDT | Filed under News
After yesterday's exciting announcement about DOOM 3 going gold, id's Todd Hollenshead sent out some information about a possible demo, "our priority was finishing the game first and now we are turning our attention to the demo. I don't have any information to share regarding any specific content, but I don't believe that we have ever disappointed in that regard in the past. We will release the demo as soon as it's done, but this probably won't happen until after the game has arrived on U.S. store shelves." Of course, we will have it mirrored on our file server network as soon as it becomes available ...
'Transport Giant' - Screens
by Judy on July 15, 2004 @ 7:28 a.m. PDT | Filed under News
This is the year 1850. It's an age of radical change and new departures. The era of mass production and mass transportation has just begun. The resourceful entrepreneur has plenty of opportunities. It's a time to build empires with just a little capital and a clever business idea.
'Miami Vice' (PS2/PC) - Screens
by Judy on July 15, 2004 @ 7:11 a.m. PDT | Filed under News
Miami Vice was one of the most popular TV series of the 80's taking millions of viewers on under-cover missions through the streets of Miami with characters like the cool Sonny Crockett, his trustworthy partner Ricardo Tubbs and the demanding Lieutenant Martin Castillo. The Miami street scene, the atmosphere of the series and the thrilling adventures of the detectives give an ultimate setting for sensational gameplay.
'Oxygen' Rolls Out New PS2 Budget Titles
by Judy on July 15, 2004 @ 6:59 a.m. PDT | Filed under News
Oxygen Interactive today announced the launch of its range of budget PlayStation2 games. A total of eight titles are already in development, including a retro-arcade title, children's games, and Poker. The first set of releases will cover the breadth of the racing genre, with the first three due in the next two months: Formula Challenge (F1-style racing), GT Racers (supercar racing around Europe's leading cities), and Rig Racer (track-based truck racing). Read more for details..
'Counter-Strike' Gets New Steam Update
by Judy on July 15, 2004 @ 1:32 a.m. PDT | Filed under News
The official Steam website has word that an update for CS:CZ and HLTV has just been released. Steam will update itself automatically when you restart. CZ servers will need to be restarted in order to run this update. CS:CZ adds 2 new maps (de_truth_cz & de_corruption_cz), as well as a slew of game tweaks but also three previously unreleased 'Deleted Scenes' missions Fastline, Sandstorm, and Pipe Dream.
Daily Dose Of Boring Q&As
by Judy on July 15, 2004 @ 1:26 a.m. PDT | Filed under News
- Pacific Storm Q&A with Lesta Studio's Sergei Titarenko on HomeLAN
- Road 666: Deathlands Q&A with Psycho Craft on Experience Gaming
- StarCraft Ghost Q&A with Nihilistic's Rob Huebner on Gamespot
- B.C. Q&A with Intrepid Studios' Scott Sanders and Aaron Ludlow on Xbox.IGN
- Heroes Of The Pacific Q&A with IRGurus' Jeff Nachbaur on GameZone
- Juiced Q&A with Colin Bell of Juiced Games on 3DAvenue
- World War II Sniper Q&A with Jarhead Studios' Bryan Eckman on HomeLAN
PS2/Xbox Review - 'MLB SlugFest: Loaded'
by Agustin on July 15, 2004 @ 1:10 a.m. PDT | Filed under Reviews
MLB SlugFest: Loaded is the newest title in the adrenaline-style baseball series which, for the first time, takes America’s Pastime online with a host of new gameplay features. MLB SlugFest: Loaded will include the addition of the Baseball Mogul engine into its franchise mode, adding great depth and endless re-playability to the game.
PC Review - 'Missing: Since January'
by Michael Bragg on July 15, 2004 @ 12:49 a.m. PDT | Filed under Reviews
A journalist investigating a string of gruesome murders mysteriously disappears with his companion. Soon after, the production company he works for receives a disturbing CD-ROM containing video footage captured during his investigation. More than just a CD, this disc is in fact the beginning of a terrifying game with a maniacal killer known only as "The Phoenix."
'Pro Fishing Challenge' (Xbox) - Website Launched
by Judy on July 14, 2004 @ 10:52 p.m. PDT | Filed under News
Pro Fishing Challenge replicates all the excitement and tension of fishing without having to leave the comfort of your living room. Participate in one of the many Tournament Modes and earn money to buy the latest tackle and equipment. You can also choose to relax and just enjoy the scenery on any one of the four photorealistic lakes. Pro Fishing Challenge supports Xbox Live. Check out the previously posted screens, or head on over to the freshly launched website.
'Fable' (Xbox) - Bonus 'Making of' DVD Upon Pre-order
by Judy on July 14, 2004 @ 10:06 p.m. PDT | Filed under News
Microsoft Game Studios today announced an exclusive pre-order deal with EB Games, GameStop, Circuit City, GameRush, GameCrazy and Trans World to reward gamers who pre-order Fable with an exclusive Fable documentary DVD.
'ESPN NHL 2005' (PS2/Xbox) - Cover Athlete Signed
by Judy on July 14, 2004 @ 9:54 p.m. PDT | Filed under News
ESPN Videogames today announced that Martin St. Louis, Tampa Bay Lightning right wing and current NHL MVP, will be ESPN NHL 2K5's cover athlete.
'Knights of the Old Republic II' (Xbox/PC) - Screens
by Judy on July 14, 2004 @ 4:52 p.m. PDT | Filed under News
Star Wars Knights of the Old Republic II: The Sith Lords is the next chapter to the award winning game of 2003. Set in the unique timeframe of the Old Republic, 4,000 years before Star Wars Episode I, The Sith Lords features an all-new more perilous storyline, new characters, classes, locations and force powers. Read more to check out the screens ...
'Star Wars Battlefront' (PS2/Xbox/PC) - Screens & Trailer
by Judy on July 14, 2004 @ 4:45 p.m. PDT | Filed under News
Star Wars Battlefront is an action/shooter game that gives fans and gamers the opportunity to re-live and participate in all of the classic Star Wars battles like never before. Players can select one of a number of different soldier types, jump into any vehicle, man any turret on the battlefront and conquer the galaxy planet-by-planet online with their friends or offline in a variety of single player modes. Read more to check out the screens and trailer ...
'Star Wars Galaxies: Jump to Lightspeed' - Screens
by Judy on July 14, 2004 @ 4:39 p.m. PDT | Filed under News
Star Wars Galaxies: Jump To Lightspeed dramatically expands the Star Wars Galaxies franchise by adding a whole new level of twitch-based gameplay to an already deep role-playing game. Jump To Lightspeed allows players to engage in fast-paced, real-time space dogfights against faction-aligned opponents or AI controlled ships while traveling throughout 10 content rich space sectors. Read more for the latest screens ...