The world has seen all kinds of weapons of mass destruction: nuclear, chemical and biological. Now the threat is digital. A virus, simple in concept yet catastrophic in effect, has been developed. Its target is the communication systems of the world. It will shut down all digital entertainment, economic trade and cripple the military, causing breaches in all security systems and global mass chaos. There is only enough time to send one operative. His codename: Raven. His mission: to find the virus, copy it and then destroy the research lab where it is located. A new batch of screens just arrived ...

Got Game Entertainment today announced that "RHEM," an intricate first person puzzle-based adventure game for the PC and Mac, will be in North American stores July 1, 2003. Critics are already comparing the complex and cleverly designed game to the classic "Myst" series of games.

Jack the Ripper is a “warp advanced game” that features the story of James Mortimer, a reporter of the “New York Today”, investigating on murders that strangely look like Jack the Ripper’sstylein White Chapel15years earlier. The game includes 3D characters, full 3D animations in real time and 3 different types of gameplay: Exploration, Discussion&Puzzles. Check the new screens ...

Global interactive entertainment publisher Atari, Inc. claimed an 18.4% share of video games software sales during May 2003, earning the Company the #1 rank among all video game publishers during the month, according to The NPD Group, Inc. The May 2003 sales performance compared with a 5.4% market share and sixth position among publishers in May 2002.

CDV just send word that they launched the official website for their upcoming Xbox action/adventure game 'The Kore Gang' (being developed by UDS). The site contains a game overview, as few new screenshots, the usual forum, and more. Go check it out!

Konami of Europe has announced that it is to release an affordably priced Dancing Stage Euromix bundle, comprising the best-selling PSone title and the official Konami dance mat peripheral. The pack will be available in September priced €34.95.

Following the phenomenally successful European launch of its Yu-Gi-Oh! TRADING CARD GAME and subsequent booster pak, Konami of Europe has announced that the latest booster pak – subtitled Metal Raiders – will be launched across Europe in July.. More about it below!

CDV Software Entertainment, a leading publisher and distributor of gaming software, is pleased to announce the official international "Blitzkrieg" tournament. "Blitzkrieg" for the PC is the latest in WWII real-time strategy that brings trench warfare, fierce tank battles, and aerial dog fights vividly to life. Organised and operated in cooperation with Turtle Entertainment, online tournaments will run in Germany, the United Kingdom, France and the United States. The two best players from each country will be flown to the Games Convention in Leipzig, Germany and compete in the finals this August for a prize money of 5000 EUR (about 3500 £). The UK Blitzkrieg cup is scheduled for July 18th and 19th. More information about the tournament is available here.

Just as in the "Magic" card game, in "Magic: The Gathering - Battlegrounds" players will choose a duelist and up to two of "Magic's" five colors -- red, green, white, blue, and black -- to attempt to reduce their opponent's life to zero. Of course, getting an opponent to zero will not be easy; players will have to utilize lightning reflexes, strategic brilliance and, on occasion, raw power to overcome an enemy. Check these spiffy 20 new screens ...

Horizons is the next generation online epic adventure. It is based in the massively multiplayer fantasy world, Istaria. A world of legend and lore filled with humans, fiends, dragons and many other traditional fantasy roles, Horizons allows thousands of players to adventure together in the civilized and untamed regions of the world. It's been a while since we had some good Horizons screens, so njoy!

The Pirates of the Caribbean video game is a unique role-playing experience with an intriguing storyline and the ability to explore everything the world has to offer. Deciding to become a cold-hearted mercenary for hire, a peaceful and profitable merchant or a swashbuckling pirate will influence future interactions. Gaining wealth and experience gives players the opportunity to hire crewmembers, sail larger ships, and uncover priceless treasures. We set sail for the big ocean in search for fights and loot! Read more and find out how our journey went....

Guide Nemo and Marlin through the ultimate underwater adventure. Meet all of the great characters from the newest Disney/Pixar movie as you play through tons of exciting levels and secret, unlockable minigames. The search for Nemo is on, and it's up to you to find him. Dive in!

After some investigative work Gamespot has noticed that online retailers EBGames and GameStop have both updated their sites with listings for an Xbox version of Legend Entertainment's first-person shooter Unreal II, which was originally released on the PC earlier this year. While EBGames has no additional info, the GameStop listing features some info and a boxshot. Gamespot contacted an Atari representative for comment and they said that no official announcements have been made about Unreal II for the Xbox. To be continued...

Will Rock is an FPS with mind-blowing visuals, heavy-duty weapons and opponents that you just want to blow to bits. The game takes place in over 12 levels in three settings, Ancient Greece, Ancient China and Medieval Russia. You play the role of William Rockwell, aka Will Rock, a former accountant who leaves his job, nagging wife and suburban home behind to find biblical treasures described in an old diary written by his grandfather, a world-renowned archaeologist. Ubisoft has released the first update patch bringing your retail game to v1.1, no details available yet. Read more for download links ...

Noticed on BluesNews that a post on Raven Shield Platoon describes a problem they've found with the newly released v1.3 patch for Raven Shield, as well as the workaround that will at least allow you to get out without rebooting should it happen to you. Here's the deal: The 1.3 patch has an error that causes servers to crash on the "deploying countdown". The crash has you (and everyone else in the server) sitting in the game staring at the countdown stuck on 1. This happens at random times. The only way to exit is to open console and type in either disconnect or quit.

Microsoft Game Studios today announced that Microsoft Flight Simulator 2004: A Century of Flight for Windows has gone gold and is clear for takeoff. Microsoft Flight Simulator 2004: A Century of Flight is scheduled to land on store shelves on July 29 in North America for an estimated retail price of $54.95 U.S. Virtual pilots will soon have the opportunity to relive history as Microsoft Flight Simulator 2004: A Century of Flight takes them on a journey through the friendly skies.

Running With Scissors has released a new patch for their recently released FPS Postal 2. This upgrade brings your retail game to v1337 and adds two new levels, two new difficulty levels and an number of other improvements, additions and bug fixes. Read more for download links ...

Dynasty Warriors 4 uses the most advanced melee-fighting engine to deliver the next evolution of tactical action. Experience the thrill of taking on multiple opponents at once and fighting against impossible odds. New features not only add more depth to the legend of the Three Kingdoms but also to the individual characters and the dramatic events surrounding them. Created by KOEI’s internal development team, Omega Force, Dynasty Warriors 4 for Xbox hits retail shelves in September 2003 with a suggested retail of $49.99. Dynasty Warriors 4 for the Xbox is Dolby Digital 5.1 compatible. Read more to check out the first available screens ...

Another day, another batch of game trailers were released. Instead of giving them all their own post, we grouped them and so far there are trailers for :

• Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines - Trailer
• Star Wars: Republic Commando - E3 Trailer
• Baldur's Gate: Dark Alliance II - Trailer
• Xpand Rally - Updated E3 Trailer
• Colin McRae Rally 4 - Trailer
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  We will update this throughout the day when new trailers became available. Read more for download links ...

The storyline follows the player through the major actions in the conflict, from search and destroy missions around Danang airbase to the Tet offensive and the counterattack on Hue. A cast of AI controlled characters accompanies the player through the missions, and he learns their value and mourns their loss as the war progresses. The game will support a cooperative mode that allows the player to experience the entire tour of duty with his friends, and various multiplayer modes allow the player to experience the war from the perspective of North Vietnamese Army or Viet Cong guerillas as well as US Forces. New screens !

Formula One 2003 is the latest installment in Sony Computer Entertainments long-standing series of outstanding games, based on the FIA Formula One World Championship. Since its first release in 1996 (under the Psygnosis label), every one of the 7 Formula One releases has been the highest-selling and most successful of all Formula One based-games across the world. Read more for a fresh batch of screens and an ingame action trailer (thanks ToTheGame)!

Roll out the red carpet - SEGA of America today announced the return of Sonic The Hedgehog on GameCube in "Sonic Adventure DX Director's Cut." An enhanced version of the original "Sonic Adventure" - one of SEGA's top selling games of all time - "Sonic Adventure DX Director's Cut" features more than five hours of new gameplay, including an all-new Mission Mode with more than 50 missions and lots of hidden surprises.