by Rainier on July 16, 2002 @ 9:48 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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A press release from THQ UK that was sent out today stated that a PC version of their Microsoft Xbox wrestling action game WWE Raw would be released to stores in November in that country. After talking with a THQ US public relations represenative today,
HomeLAN can confirm that the PC version of WWE Raw will also appear in stores in the US this fall. According to the PR rep, the PC version will be a straight port of the Xbox game with no additional gameplay content. This will be the first time that THQ has released a PC port of its WWE wrestling console action titles (
thanks HomeLAN). Check the screens ...
by Rainier on July 16, 2002 @ 9:04 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Origin systems today announced the development of Ultima Online: Age of Shadows, the most ambitious expansion in the award-winning Ultima Online series. In Age of Shadows, fans will be introduced to two new professions and an exciting new realm to explore and settle. In addition to the expanded availability of housing, a `House Design Tool' will also be included in this latest version.
by Rainier on July 16, 2002 @ 9:00 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Please note that the official spelling has been changed to "Hegemonia" instead of "Haegemonia." This title is developed by Digital Reality and Published by DreamCatcher.
You can see more on this game right here.
by Rainier on July 16, 2002 @ 8:03 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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The gameplay in IronStorm combines shoot’em-up, action and reflection.The player undertakes an infiltration mission and must possess combat skills as well as stealth if he is to survive as he penetrates behind enemy lines.Depending on the circumstances, the player can choose between first and third person views.The player must pass through 6 worlds in a Germany ripped apart by the front line: the Friedrich line (the Western front), the Anton Denikin line (the Russo-Mongol front), the “Tzar Ivan” armoured train, Wolfenburg (an enemy-occupied town), the Mad Baron’s heavy water factory and the Reichstag in Berlin. A title to look out for, check the screens!
by Rainier on July 16, 2002 @ 7:18 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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CT Special Forces offers players a set of moves that have never before been seen on Game Boy Advance! In platform-action mode (ground missions) and shoot’em-up mode aboard an Apache Helicopter, you will plunge into the fascinating world of counter-terrorism by moving through up to 12 different levels. You will be sent to the ends of the earth on top secret missions, from the disquieting humidity of the equatorial jungle to a city in siege, through treacherous, snow-covered mountains and the heart of the desert. Read more & Njoy the nifty little screens ;)
by Rainier on July 16, 2002 @ 7:02 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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SCi’s game is due to be released on PC in September this year during the 2002/3 football season with significant contributions to game design from Terry Venables, one of the most popular and successful Football managers of recent years. The game offers players the most realistic simulation of the manager’s role ever seen.
by Rainier on July 16, 2002 @ 6:48 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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The world's greatest golfer is coming to the world's greatest handheld console this June - thanks to Digital Worldwide who have acquired the distribution rights for the UK from Destination Software Inc who have a worldwide manufacturing and distribution agreement with Electronic Arts for EA SPORTS™ Tiger Woods PGA TOUR® Golf for the Game Boy® Advance.
by Rainier on July 16, 2002 @ 6:40 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Today we scored some screens from several of the upcoming Jowood titles .. such as Arx Fatalis, Cold Zero : Last Stand and ArchAngel ... Jowood good some good quality titles lined up, thats for sure! Njoy!
by Thomas on July 16, 2002 @ 12:22 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Arcade rally racing gets fast and furious in the newest addition to the EA SPORTS BIG line-up. Powerslide to win the ultimate offroad car collection with Shox for the PlayStation 2 computer entertainment system! Shipping in Autumn 2002, racing rookies as well as seasoned speed demons hit the circuit to compete in amped-up arcade-style car racing.
by Thomas on July 16, 2002 @ 11:18 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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THQ Inc. and Fox Interactive today announced an exclusive, worldwide Game Boy Advance publishing agreement for two new titles. Under the agreement, THQ will publish Game Boy Advance games based on the popular The Simpsons Road Rage console game and the Buffy the Vampire Slayer property. Both of these games are scheduled to release in 2003.
by Thomas on July 16, 2002 @ 10:26 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Dead or Alive Xtreme Beach Volleyball stars all the ladies from the Dead or Alive fighting games and a new character named Lisa. In the game, the women amuse themselves with volleyball and the many diversions offered by the tropical island paradise. Check out the chicks! Sigh.
As a stunt man, players travel to movie sets around the world, filming scenes for a variety of high-action flicks. After completing a series of stunts for each movie, players can watch a full- motion video trailer for the film that includes their gameplay stunts spliced in. Top stunt drivers will unlock bonus items, such as jumps, burning hoops and stacked vehicles, that can be used in the game's fully customizable "Stunt Arena." Check the verdict in our newest review ...
by Rainier on July 15, 2002 @ 11:26 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Celtic Kings is a real-time strategy game with online multiplayer features that mixes strategy and role-playing elements. The adventure takes place in ancient Gaul where four mighty forces battle for power: the brave Gauls, the mighty Romans, the vicious Teutons and the mysterious Druids who `weave the patterns` that make nations prosper and decay. 12 new screens to enjoy ;)
by Rainier on July 15, 2002 @ 11:04 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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"MechWarrior 4" fans should prepare for another high-powered attack from the Clan forces as Microsoft Game Studios announced that the "MechWarrior 4: Clan 'Mech Pak" has gone gold and will arrive in stores in early August.
by Rainier on July 15, 2002 @ 10:15 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Software development consulting firm Ternary Software recently announced its entrance into the game development space with the launch of its new division, Ternary Studios.
by Rainier on July 15, 2002 @ 9:54 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Galleon can be summed up in a single phrase: THE VOYAGES OF SINBAD. The game is set across six unique islands that will take the player from the bustling port of Ackbah to islands populated with giant monsters, evil slave lords and of course damsels in distress in a story of intrigue, magic, love, obsession and revenge.
by Rainier on July 15, 2002 @ 9:46 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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The state-of-the-art title will contain real 3D environments, feature incredibly dynamic camera angles throughout, and take place entirely from a third person perspective. Veterans of both the small and big screens, Lance Henriksen, Clancy Brown and Cree Summer, have all lent the voices to this high profile project. It’s been likened to an Aliens™ versus The Thing™ action-adventure. And in this world, there are things far worse than death. Freaky, but looking good!
by Thomas on July 15, 2002 @ 8:58 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Play as top Superstars including newcomers Rob Van Dam, Booker T and Hollywood Hulk Hogan. Compete in six different venues including SmackDown!, Raw and the ultimate extravaganza, WrestleMania. Finally, relive the rich history surrounding WrestleMania and compete for championship glory through a host of match types including death-defying TLC matches or legendary Hell in a Cell match-ups... Read more to check out these new wrestling screens for GameCube!
by Thomas on July 15, 2002 @ 8:26 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Once again THQ released some screens from the upcoming combination of motocross, supercross and freestyle game for GameCube, MX Superfly. Check out some fancy screens below together with some features!
by Rainier on July 15, 2002 @ 8:09 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Talk about a clash of the titans: British filmmaker Paul Anderson ("Resident Evil") will write and direct "Alien vs. Predator," a 20th Century Fox project based on a popular video game, Variety reports (thanks
Shacknews). Columbia Pictures is returning to the video game well once more -- this time for "Return to Castle Wolfenstein." (thanks
Homelan).
by Rainier on July 15, 2002 @ 8:04 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Radica UK Ltd, the UK's number 1 third party manufacturer of peripherals* under the highly rated Gamester brand has announced the UK launch of their latest Xbox controller. Designed and developed in house by a team of leading designers, the Compact Pro will provide gamers with a high quality alternative to standard sized Xbox controllers. Further advances have also been made to ensure that Compact Pro will appeal to the most hardcore of gamers, including rubberised thumbsticks with increased resistance and modified action buttons.
by Rainier on July 15, 2002 @ 7:33 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Painkiller is a pure first person action shooter supported by an adventure-based plot and is currently being developed for the PC. Adrenaline-pumping gameplay, a gripping storyline, and visually striking backdrops propel Painkiller into a league of its own. Today we scored 2 exclusive screens showing some of the graphical splendor we can expect in this shooter! Njoy
by Thomas on July 15, 2002 @ 7:25 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Feel the pain, intensity and glory of the World Wrestling Entertainment in excruciating detail with WWE Raw for Xbox. THQ today released a bunch of screenshots and game features for this upcoming fighting game for XBox. Read more below!
by Thomas on July 15, 2002 @ 6:30 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Mindscape is pleased to announce the release of the adventure game, Gast. Gast is created by Swedish developer, Idol FX AB, featuring a small ghost lost in a haunted Amusement Park. Gast will be available for PC CD-Rom in September 2002
by Rainier on July 15, 2002 @ 6:25 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Got Game Entertainment and Palestar today announced a publishing agreement for "DarkSpace," a massively multiplayer online strategy game that puts the player in command of a massive starship. The retail version will incorporate new levels of game play, as well as offer a one-month free trial subscription.