by Rainier on Oct. 1, 2003 @ 9:51 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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As the anticipation builds this fall for the third season of "American Idol," fans will be able to get an interactive fix of their favorite program wherever they go, in Codemasters' American Idol video game for Game Boy Advance. The game features celebrity judges Randy Jackson, Paula Abdul and Simon Cowell and will also be available for the PS2 and the PC in time for the holiday shopping season.
by Rainier on Oct. 1, 2003 @ 9:49 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Your mission is to lead an army of urban guerillas now that Electronic Arts has shipped Freedom Fighters on the PlayStation2, Xbox, GameCube, and PC under its EA GAMES brand. Based on an alternate history in which the Soviet Union won the Cold War and invaded modern-day New York City, Freedom Fighters lets you join and eventually lead a revolution in this third-person action game that unfolds in the besieged streets of New York.
by Rainier on Oct. 1, 2003 @ 9:35 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Strategy First and Nival Interactive are pleased to announce that their highly anticipated title, Etherlords II is on its way to North American retailers. “Players wanted a more accessible game with this sequel and that’s what Nival has done,” says Steve Milburn, Director of Marketing at Strategy First. “Nival has kept all of its strategic possibilities that made the first game great, but added a new layer of RPG to open it to whole new audience.”
by Rainier on Oct. 1, 2003 @ 9:08 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Hercules is thrilled to introduce two new ultra-powerful graphics boards in its range of high-quality products, 3D Prophet 9800 XT and 3D Prophet 9600 XT. These innovative new boards have been designed to transform a PC into the ultimate gaming station. Hercules will benefit from the best solution based on ATI’s high-end RADEON visual processors to answer the needs of the cream of the gaming crop. Featuring best-in-class quality, design and stability, 3D Prophet 9800 XT and 3D Prophet 9600 XT deliver an extreme gaming experience unlike anything seen before.
by Rainier on Oct. 1, 2003 @ 9:05 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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SEGA of America, Inc. today announced that Hideaki Irie has joined SEGA of America as president and chief operating officer, effective October 1, 2003. As president and COO, Irie's responsibilities will include directing SEGA's console software gaming businesses in North America, including all product and business development, marketing, sales, operations and content. Irie brings more than a decade of leadership experience to the helm, which includes a previous presidential role.
by Rainier on Oct. 1, 2003 @ 8:41 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Metal Gear Solid: The Twin Snakes thrusts players into the stunning 3D world of espionage and stealth action created by celebrated producer, Hideo Kojima. Playing as legendary videogame hero, Solid Snake, gamers will infiltrate an Alaskan nuclear missile disposal facility occupied by a terrorist organization called FOXHOUND. Only in this game will players truly feel like they are in the heart of the action, as if every step taken leads them closer to danger.
by Rainier on Oct. 1, 2003 @ 12:59 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Once again we are expanding our review staff and are looking for several additional volunteer reviewers who are interested in contributing to the continuing success and growth of Worthplaying... If you think you possess other "qualities" that could assist our cause, feel free to drop us an email...
Get all information here!
by Rainier on Oct. 1, 2003 @ 12:47 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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In Advent Rising, a common legend pervades the galaxy - that of a powerful, ancient race that will one day unite the universe. Millions of cultures from vastly distant worlds revere and hallow these mythological beings known as humans. One race, the Seekers, know humans actually exist and are threatened by their potential power. Under the guise of benevolent explorers, the Seekers travel throughout the galaxy in a desperate attempt to eradicate any human society they unearth. Check out some new screens ...
by Thomas Wilde on Oct. 1, 2003 @ 12:39 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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XIII features a conspiracy of epic proportions, and players will unravel clues behind the story’s compelling and mysterious events. XIII includes themes of amnesia, in which players must uncover sinister plots against themselves, the U.S. government, and even the president himself. The only clues players have are the roman numerals XIII tattooed on their shoulder and a key to a safe deposit box in a New York bank.
by Rainier on Oct. 1, 2003 @ 12:24 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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by ToAstA on Oct. 1, 2003 @ 12:04 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Tiger Woods PGA TOUR 2004 is the only place to earn your PGA TOUR card while playing on the most elite courses in the world and taking on Tiger Woods. With new courses, golfers such as John Daly, and commentary by a new Dream Team of announcers, David Feherty and Gary McCord, EA SPORTS maximizes its long-standing exclusive partnerships with the PGA TOUR and Tiger Woods by delivering the most realistic and detail-oriented game available.
by Rainier on Sept. 30, 2003 @ 10:12 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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TeamXbox has an interesting story from one of their anonymous sources who informed them today that Microsoft and IBM have signed a multi-million dollar agreement under which IBM Microelectronics will manufacture a next generation CPU for the Xbox 2. Work on the new processor has already started, but the deal was inked just a few days ago. To be taken with a truckload of salt, but for the people who like rumours,
check out the full article here.
by Rainier on Sept. 30, 2003 @ 9:23 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Take command of a wide range of military units in some of WWII's most significant battles in this groundbreaking Tactical RTS. The game's epic visual style redefines the standard for real-time strategy titles; whilst the outcome of the player's commands are experienced through depth of detail and stunning cutting edge graphics. An incredibly detailed game, Battlefield Command, will cover WWII's major European battles from the invasion of Poland and France in 1939-40, through the war on the Eastern front, and the fall of Germany in 1945. You got to check these sweet screens!
by Rainier on Sept. 30, 2003 @ 6:40 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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SWAT: Global Strike Team was founded in 2018 as an international offshoot of the U.S. SWAT organization. Primarily established to supplement the income of the U.S. SWAT establishment, the Global Strike Team contract their personnel and expertise to companies and countries around the world to help “resolve” situations for those who have the funds but not the means to do so. Check the new multiplayer screens ...
by Rainier on Sept. 30, 2003 @ 5:28 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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This Friday, October 3, 2003, Electronic Arts will deliver the first free multiplayer map for Command & Conquer Generals Zero Hour Expansion Pack. So be prepared for all out war between the two western nations. Map Descripion: Brought to you by the C&C Generals team, it’s USA vs. Canada in this "replica" of North America! Battle your friends and foes from California to Maine to Quebec to the Yukon in this two-player map (
thanks VE3D). Of course we'll have it available in our download section.
by Rainier on Sept. 30, 2003 @ 4:59 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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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 :
- Metal Arms: Glitch In The System - Trailer
- StarCraft: Ghost - Comsat Trailer
- StarCraft: Ghost - Arclite Trailer
We will update this throughout the day when new trailers become available. Read more for download links ...
by Rainier on Sept. 30, 2003 @ 3:36 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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With this year’s golf season drawing close to completion for most of the world, golf fans will be relieved that tee times are still available on some of the most beautiful courses. Microsoft Game Studios has announced today that Links 2003 Championship Edition ships today to retail locations throughout the U.S and English Canada.
by Rainier on Sept. 30, 2003 @ 3:06 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Ground Control 2 : Operation Exodus takes place during the year 2741 AD, roughly 300 years after the events in the original game. The democratic and freedom caring Northern Star Alliance (NSA) is being hard pressed by the warmongering Terran Empire. The war has recently entered a new stage; a brutal and deadly ground war, as the Empire has managed to land their first troopships on the last NSA controlled planet – Morningstar Prime... Read more to check out 2 new screens ...
by Rainier on Sept. 30, 2003 @ 11:57 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Mythic Entertainment, developer and publisher of massively multiplayer online role-playing game "Dark Age of Camelot," announced today that "Dark Age of Camelot" is available at retail stores for the low price of $9.99. This "Best Seller” re-release includes all patches for "Dark Age of Camelot" from the last two years, including "Foundations," the expansion that added player and guild housing.
by Rainier on Sept. 30, 2003 @ 10:44 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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CDV Software Entertainment, one of the leading German publishers and distributors of gaming software, announces that "American Conquest: Fight Back" for the PC is available in retail stores. A stand-alone add-on expansion to the popular real-time strategy title "American Conquest," this latest add-on game from the makers of "Cossacks" features new missions and nations, as well as a new "battlefield" mode of gameplay sure to engage strategy enthusiasts.
by Rainier on Sept. 30, 2003 @ 10:37 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Strategy First and Empire Interactive are pleased to announce that their exciting RTS Warrior Kings: Battles has shipped to retail stores across North America! “Warrior Kings: Battles is an Epic real-time strategy game,” says Steve Milburn, Director of Marketing at Strategy First. “With superior AI and all new multiplayer modes, WKB is a must-have for all RTS fans. Warrior Kings: Battles maintains all of the excitement that made Warrior Kings a leader in the RTS genre. It’s a stand-alone title that adds a new strategic and tactical dimension to the series.
by Rainier on Sept. 30, 2003 @ 10:22 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Larian Studios upcoming RPG Riftrunner is based on the award winning fantasy universe first introduced in Divine Divinity. Riftrunner is set to capture the imagination of RPG players yet again, and provides a strong stepping stone for the planned extension of the Divinity World. Read more for some screens ...
by Rainier on Sept. 30, 2003 @ 9:10 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Full Spectrum Warrior is based on a light infantry-training simulator designed by Pandemic Studios for the U.S. Army as a tool to reinforce Army doctrine and squad tactics amongst troops. Full Spectrum Warrior is a squad-based, tactical-action game that delivers the experience of squad level command in the heat of battle. Check a few new screens ...
by Rainier on Sept. 30, 2003 @ 8:42 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Master Chief has a new mission, and this time he is battling the Covenant on Microsoft Windows-based personal computers. Microsoft Game Studios, Bungie Studios and Gearbox Software today announced that "Halo" for Windows is available at retailers across the United States for an estimated retail price of $49.99 (U.S.).
by Rainier on Sept. 30, 2003 @ 8:37 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Joan of Arc is a 3D epic saga that allows players to relive some of the most intense battles during the Hundred Years War. In Joan of Arc, players will slowly transform from a single warrior into a forceful military leader as they develop and master the art of chivalry and tactical warfare. Read more for some new screens ...