Capcom Entertainment today announced its plans to launch a North American television advertising program in support of its upcoming June release Mega Man titles: Mega Man Anniversary Collection for both the PlayStation2 and the GameCube, and Mega Man Battle Network 4 in two versions- Red Sun and Blue Moon both for the Game Boy Advance video game system.

Sammy Studios today unveiled two new characters and a weapon from its upcoming Xbox Live Kung-Fu brawler, "Iron Phoenix." The first ever 16-player online fighting game, “Iron Phoenix” brings a new experience to Xbox Live with team combat in massive arenas and a fight system where moves and combos are dictated by weapons.

Lineage II offers a dynamic 3-D world drawn in exquisite detail. Set 150 years before Lineage, just as the kingdom of Aden becomes a unified state, Lineage II: The Chaotic Chronicle shows the struggles that take place during a time when several medieval provinces come under one rule. The soon to be released Lineage II, Chronicle 1 update includes many new player adventures, NCSoft has sent us some new screens..

It’s the season of the fan. The year of people coming together to celebrate sport. And uniting everyone is ESPN NFL Football, a coupling of “the most responsive and intense gameplay around” and the richest multi-player gaming experience possible. Everyone is getting in on the action with the help of our innovative V.I.P. system – allowing you to play your friends or the elite as if they were sitting right next to you! So dust off those extra controllers, grab some chairs, and get your game on!

Going where no previous James Bond game has dared to tread, the upcoming GoldenEye: Rogue Agent first-person shooter from Electronic Arts breaks all the rules by transporting players to the dark side of the Bond universe to experience life as a high-rolling, cold-hearted villain. Read more for new screens & the first trailer.

Wartime Command: Battle For Europe 1939-1945 is the stunning World War II tactical real time strategy game from Russian developers 1C Company in Russia. The game development project has been retitled from Battlefield Command to give it prominence in a cluttered market of similar product brands. Read more for some new screens ...

Mistland have another project lined up for the near future, "Alfa: AntiTerror" (expected 2nd quarter 2004). The sad reality of life in many countries. The global problem of modern times. A war, which can neither be won nor lost. The unpromising forecasts of scientists and experts concerning further development of things. Terrorism is waiting for our answer. An answer we are about to deliver. Read more for details and new screens ...

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 :

• The Lord of the Rings The Third Age - Trailer
• Obscure - Trailer
• Star Wolves - E3 2004 Trailer
• Spider-Man 2 - Trailer (2)
• Under The Skin - Trailer

In Battlefield 2, players will choose to fight for one of three military superpowers: the United States, China, or the newly formed Middle East Coalition. Armed with the latest modern weaponry, players can take control of any of the game's 30+ vehicles to engage in major conflicts with over 100 players in some of the largest online battles on the PC.

Eidos has released the first patch for ION Storm's stealth/action game Thief: Deadly Shadows. This update patch brings your retail game to v1.1 and addresses the previously reported savegame/AI bug. Read more for download links ...

Ubisoft today announced that Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell Pandora Tomorrow for the PlayStation2 is now available in stores nationwide. With its deep storyline, stunning graphics, and intense realism, the single-player game delivers the ultimate in stealth action; the ground-breaking multiplayer game lifts the world of online gaming to new heights of suspense and immersion. Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell Pandora Tomorrow is rated "T" for Teen and has an MSRP of $49.99.

Slitherine Software has been approached by a number of members of the press today about rumours that the Gates of Troy Gold Master has been stolen. Slitherine regrets that it must confirm the rumour is true, though at the moment the details are still sketchy.

Hip Interactive Corp. today announced it has signed a deal to publish worldwide the highly anticipated stealth game, Stolen, which is expected to release in March 2005. "Stolen" is a realistic, third-person, stealth-based, action game starring a high-tech female thief, who is slated to become a long-term gaming icon. Read more for details and the first screens...

Eidos has let us know that the new Championship Manager 5 website is now fully up and running after months of development and anticipation from fans across the world, and is set to become as addictive as the game itself. The new Championship Manager 5 site is not only the official place to get the latest news on Championship Manager 5, but it also offers a host of general footballing features for fans of the beautiful game.

SCi today announced that its anticipated rally sim, 'Richard Burns Rally', has today gone gold for PS2 and Xbox with a release across PAL territories on July 9th, 2004.

Combining the best elements of simulation and arcade-style play, Juiced will feature more than 50 licensed vehicles; real-time modding with hundreds of authentic aftermarket parts; realistic car physics and damage; and online head-to-head play, including for the first time ever, "crew based" team racing. Read more for 70+ new screens...

The Roots is a third-person perspective fantasy-role-playing, action-adventure experience. The game leans heavily on classic role playing within a mystical world where arena style turn-based, real time combat action is coupled with exploration to create an intriguing and fantasical adventure.

Strike Force Bowling is the state-of-the-art in videogame bowling, featuring the most authentic real-time pin physics ever created. Straightforward arcade-style control and multi-player performance for up to four players make Strike Force Bowling a great family or party game that anyone can pick up and play. But, the fun doesn't stop there. Strike Force Bowling also offers six modes of play, eight lane environments and a host of other features designed to make this virtual bowling experience second to none.

Utilizing the next generation of the Invictus engine which incorporates its new real-time physics module, Cross Racing Championship (CRC) will allow the player to experience the thrills of high-speed on and off road racing across vast open terrains.

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 :

• WWE SmackDown! vs. Raw - Teaser Trailer
• Eschaton: Chain of Command - Trailer
• Silent Storm: Sentinels - Trailer
• You Are Empty - E3 2004 Trailer

"Spoils of War" skillfully combines the successes of real-time strategy and first-person shooter to create intense warfare and player depth that is unparalleled. As Battlefield Commander, switch between RTS and FPS modes to manage your team's economy and technology while leading your fellow human players to victory. As one of three first-person characters you will commandeer vehicles, become skillful with weaponry, and use unique powers in a high velocity war (thanks Blues).

Earlier today Eidos has released some financial numbers in respect of the current financial year to June 30, 2004. Apart from the fact that sales on Hitman and Thief 3 were lower than expected the most notable announcement was that eventhough it seems 'ShellShock: Nam '67' is finished it is being pusbed back until September. "Given these circumstances, and notwithstanding that the game is now ready to release, the Board has decided to hold the release of ShellShock: Nam '67 until September so as to provide this important new franchise with a better opportunity to deliver its true potential." For more details, read the full financial statement.

Warhammer Online, the upcoming massively multiplayer online role playing game (MMORPG) set against the backdrop of Games Workshop’s grim and gritty Warhammer fantasy world has released new information on the basic starting careers that will be available to players. Read more for details and some artwork ...

Vivendi Universal Games, in cooperation with Internet community site Tribalwar.com, announced today a contest to create alternative “skins” for use within Tribes: Vengeance. The competition, which starts immediately, will end on July 9th when a panel of judges from Vivendi Universal Games, Irrational Games, and Tribalwar.com will select the best skin and award its creator a high-end graphics card from ATI Technologies and an in-game credit.

Electronic Arts today announced that they have signed one of the world's sexiest thrill seekers and cover girls, Brooke Burke, to star in Need For Speed Underground 2, the sequel to the best selling game of 2003, Need For Speed Underground.