by Thomas on Nov. 25, 2002 @ 12:44 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Midnight Club II moves racing games from tracks to the city streets. The world's most notorious drivers meet each night in three of the world's greatest cities - LA, Paris, and Tokyo, driving the latest performance enhanced cars and bikes and competing head-to-head to make a name for themselves. Now it's your turn. There are no rules. Drive anywhere in the city. Find the fastest route, and win the car. Developed by Angel Studios, Midnight Club II is expected to hit retail shelves in the United States for PlayStation2 on February 11, 2003, with versions for the Xbox video game system from Microsoft and the PC expected to hit in Spring 2003.
The sequel to the classic “survival horror” game Galerians, Galerians: ASH brings a new quest-driven thriller to the PS2 that continues the series’ masterful blend of horror and science-fiction. Six years has passed since Rion discovered his own identity as an artificial being, yet succeeded in destroying the genocidal Mother Computer Dorothy before perishing himself. Now reactivated by Lilia, Rion awakens to find that Dorothy managed to execute one final catastrophic program, rendering a new evil crew to finish her goal of human annihilation. Check out this new batch of screens...
by Thomas on Nov. 25, 2002 @ 9:20 a.m. PST | Filed under
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We received latest issue from Blizzard and all essential information about Blizzard Entertainment and the games it develops. Check out the links below:
- Blizzard DVD Collection - Just in time for the holidays, Blizzard has released a collection of its cinematic DVDs to specialty software stores nationwide.
- The Making of The Lost Vikings - Interview with Mike Morhaime
- Insider Offer: Saliva Giveaway - Island recording artists Saliva is giving Blizzard Insiders a chance to win a free PC-compatible Apple iPod and more.
- Interview with Keith Parkinson - Insider caught up with him at his San Diego residence recently to talk about art, his advice for aspiring artists, and the creation of "The Final Stand":
- Blizzard Mail - There are several questions that are burning a hole in the Blizzard Mail Bag, so they thought they tackle a few of them.
Unreal Tournament 2003 thrusts gamers back into bloodthirsty, action-packed arenas as the ultimate techno-gladiator of the future. Using the latest in Epic's Unreal technology, the game redefines multiplayer action with up to 32 players in a server with lightning fast net code. The technology is augmented by the advanced and renowned Karma math engine for in-game physics that simulates true-to-life character movement and environmental interaction. Brutal victory or brutal disappoitment? Read more and find out!
by Thomas on Nov. 24, 2002 @ 7:48 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Carbon 6 has announced its first project 'American McGee's Oz'.. American McGee puts his signature touch on another classic children's tale. This time the Lands of Oz are visited in a prequel adventure to the original books that will take you on a colorful journey through a unique world filled with dozens of interesting characters and stories. "Oz offers a diverse world and large range of characters to explore and meet." said American from his Hollywood design studio, "I'm really excited to be working with such rich material and amazing technology." Oz is being produced for the Microsoft Xbox and PC and is scheduled for release some time in 2004. The Oz soundtrack is being produced by Media Ventures. A line of Oz toys will be hitting store shelves soon. A book and film deal are to be announced.
by Thomas on Nov. 24, 2002 @ 6:53 p.m. PST | Filed under
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The Register report that after the launch of Microsoft's new multiplayer game - Asheron's Call 2 Fallen Kings - in the US and Canada has been mired in controversy after the giant software company admitted that the game is only available to subscribers in nine countries. Thousands of people around the world currently play Asheron's Call 1, an online role-playing game where players inhabit a 3D fantasy world. And many of this hardcore group of gamers have pre-ordered copies of the new game from Web sites outside of their own country. Now, many are up in arms after the launch of the latest much-anticipated game in North America, the game's producer has admitted that it cocked-up.
by Thomas on Nov. 24, 2002 @ 6:37 p.m. PST | Filed under
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The
officiall Platoon forum is updated with details of every map available in Raven-Shield and the mission listing. These 15 missions will make up the single player campaign, and will be playable in multiplayer as cooperative missions, or in any of the other game types (survival, team survival etc). (thanks
Blues)
by Rainier on Nov. 24, 2002 @ 8:39 a.m. PST | Filed under
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We have updated
our forum a little bit, added several sections (requested by forum fanatic RedSkull13) and also made a cheat code section where you can request or post your latest cheat findings. We will be expanding the current cheat codes (we currently have ORB, Zanzarah, NBA live 2003 and more) ...
Head on over there and join in the fun (registration is free of course)
A mission-driven action title, "Robotech" embodies the classic mecha-filled mayhem of the animated series. Featuring all-encompassing destruction on a giant scale, "Robotech" is a high-octane arcade shooter that captures the television show's spectacular visuals and epic storyline. Read more and find out wether it lives up to the task ..
by Rainier on Nov. 23, 2002 @ 9:46 p.m. PST | Filed under
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IGI 2: Covert Strike sees the return of IGI’s award-winning stealth-based first-person shooter action and continues the modern warfare and espionage theme of the original. The covert missions continue the career of David Jones, a former SAS soldier, now working freelance for the secret organisation, codenamed ‘IGI’. The spiralling plot will take Jones through Russia, across Libya and into China in three linked campaigns, as he infiltrates a wide variety of locations including military airbases, harbours and secret government installations. Each mission expands the plot and is sequenced with impressive animated scenes that continue to absorb the player in the game’s carefully constructed narrative..
by Thomas on Nov. 23, 2002 @ 12:27 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Star Wars: The Clone Wars gives you a front row seat of the legendary conflict where you control the outcome. Hold on to your controller, this is one intense ride. Today LucasArts revealed the multiplayer modes for The Clone Wars.. Read up on Conquest, Control Zone, Jedi Academy and Duel multiplayer modes and view exclusive screenshots from each!
by Thomas on Nov. 23, 2002 @ 11:16 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Activision, Inc. introduces a new dimension in rally racing onto the PlayStation 2 computer entertainment system and Xbox video game system from Microsoft, with the release of Rally Fusion: Race of Champions. The game allows players to choose from 19 fully licensed rally cars and tear up the terrain on massive tracks in fully interactive environments, against some of the best drivers in motorsport. Rally Fusion: Race of Champions is currently available at retail outlets nationwide. Read more for some screens and new fact sheet!
by Thomas on Nov. 23, 2002 @ 9:41 a.m. PST | Filed under
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X-Men: Next Dimension plunges players into a powerful enemy’s plot to rid the world of mutants. Leaving traditional arena-based fighting games in its wake, X-Men: Next Dimension is the only console fighter game that carries epic super hero showdowns across expansive 3-D levels. Players fight as 24 different X-Men characters through interactive environments replete with combat-induced damage.
UPDATE: We have added two new trailers with some awesome in-game action, read more for the links!
by Rainier on Nov. 23, 2002 @ 9:08 a.m. PST | Filed under
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by Thomas on Nov. 23, 2002 @ 8:47 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Capcom Entertainment announced a multi-million dollar national marketing campaign to support the recent release of Resident Evil 0, exclusively for the Nintendo GameCube. The marketing campaign, which will run throughout the holiday season, features a multi-million dollar North American television advertising program that begins November 25, a slew of print ads in consumer and enthusiast publications, an extensive radio and online advertising to generate over 250 million consumer impressions.
by Thomas on Nov. 23, 2002 @ 8:24 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Developed by Torus Games, The Invincible Iron Man allows gamers to experience the powers of Iron Man as he fights hordes of enemies while tracking down the super-villains who have stolen his battle suit technology. Using a variety of battle suit weaponry he navigates diverse levels that are filled with environmental obstacles and imminent danger. Multiple power-ups, unlockable bonus items and special pick-ups provide fans with the ultimate Iron Man experience.. Today we have 35 new screenshots, with nary a trouser press to be seen.
by Rainier on Nov. 23, 2002 @ 3:16 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Barking Dog has just released a playable demo for Treasure Planet: Battle at Procyon, allowing you to try out this 3D action real-time strategy game based on Disney's new animated motion picture. Treasure Planet: Battle at Procyon is a 3D action, real-time strategy PC game in which players command "solar sail" powered space ships that resemble old-world vessels. Using their wits and courage, players must defend the queen and empire from marauding space pirates and a mysterious new enemy with virtually indestructible "Ironclad" ships. Read more for links where to grab it ...
by Rainier on Nov. 23, 2002 @ 2:40 a.m. PST | Filed under
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It's a Happening Black Isle Hiring Fiesta! That's right fans of the Isle, Black Isle is looking for looking for talented console programmers! Want to impress them with your awesome console programming know how? Well then get your resume ready and head on over to
the employment page to find out exactly what they looking for at the Isle and more importantly how you can impress them all with your mad programming skillz!
All of the nifty details can be found right here!
by Rainier on Nov. 23, 2002 @ 2:37 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Los Angeles, a raging U.S. hotbed of illegal street racing is home to convoluted freeways, runaway egos and shattered aspirations. In the first phase of the official Midnight Club II website, we invite you to access one of the three expansive cities you'll be conquering on route to becoming an international street racing champ. Familiarize yourself with local highways and back roads. Get tipped off on new features and techniques you'll be able to use to polish your competitive edge, including power sliding and massive strategic jumps. Peek into the lives of some of the LA members of Midnight Club; the confident local stalwarts, soon to be little more than street gravel left in your treads.
The official site launch features 20 first-look screenshots, 4 intense videos highlighting LA street racing vehicles, a wealth of information, and the premiere of the Los Angeles Midnight Club II teaser-trailer. Upcoming phases will feature Midnight Club II's additional urban racing locales, Paris and Tokyo.
Go check it out!
by Rainier on Nov. 23, 2002 @ 1:05 a.m. PST | Filed under
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In conjunction with the launch of Xbox Live, the broadband service for the Xbox, Atari has shipped the hotly anticipated game, Unreal Championship to retail stores this week. Exclusively for Xbox, Unreal Championship is the latest addition to the award-winning and top-selling Unreal franchise, known for its intense first-person action, fine-tuned gameplay and awe-inspiring graphics.
by Rainier on Nov. 23, 2002 @ 1:03 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Ultima Online unleashes its most aggressive expansion pack ever, Ultima Online: Age of Shadows. Experience vast new lands to settle, exciting new professions to master, a custom house building tool, the biggest UO dungeon ever, and much more! Explore the new huge landmass, Malas, and find a place to call your own. Then use the custom house design tool to create your dream abode. Find adventure in the largest dungeon in all of UO as you confront gruesome new monsters and subdue them with powerful spells you have never before cast. Your UO character can now become as individual and unique as his or her real life counterpart! Get ready for a new level of customization and personalization. Lead the life you were born to live! Check out the new screens ...
by Rainier on Nov. 22, 2002 @ 11:21 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Termite Games and Project3 Int. have just released the first patch for their just released team-based first-person shooter, New World Order. This upgrade brings your retail game to v1.1 and addresses a bunch of bug fixes and adds some gameplay tweaks and multiplayer improvements. Read more for detailed fix list and links where to grab the goods ...
by Rainier on Nov. 22, 2002 @ 11:10 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Newly formed Jaleco Entertainment has revealed it has secured the publishing rights to the GBA game Jazz Jackrabbit. This action platformer is the next evolution of the Jazz Jackrabbit license. The Austin based development team “Game Titan” has incorporated 4-player features to it’s “Tournament Mode” that will support single cartridge as well as multi-cartridge play. The game is expected to ship fourth quarter. Today we serve up a bunch of screens as well as 5 trailers, showing off some in-game action. Read more for the goods!
by Rainier on Nov. 22, 2002 @ 9:15 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Battle Engine Aquila, developed by Lost Toys and published by Atari, is a fierce and frenetic shooter that puts players at the helm of the most advanced war machine ever created the Battle Engine Aquila. The Battle Engine features an impressive and visually stunning arsenal of pulse cannons, micro missiles, spread bombs and much more, each critical to prevailing in the game’s continuously evolving warzone.
The Battle Engine Aquila website has tons of screenshots, trailer and other goodies ...
by Rainier on Nov. 22, 2002 @ 7:35 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Today we receive an update on the IGI2 beta test progress (I-Series LAN parties), some screens, the first music track, and just to make you jealous, a Timberland map walkthrough, just so you know what you are missing out on. Beta phase-two code will soon be available and we will bring you more updates. Read more for all the juicy details!
