by Rainier on Aug. 2, 2006 @ 9:45 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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NAMCO BANDAI America today announced the PS2 exclusive Naruto: Uzumaki Chronicles, an action adventure title offering players a chance to become Naruto, the aspiring ninja with the power of the Nine-Tailed Fox Spirit sleeping deep within.
by Rainier on Aug. 2, 2006 @ 9:36 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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WWE SmackDown vs. RAW 2007 enables players to experience the intensity of being a WWE Superstar like never before with key updates and new game play features. Environmental hotspots let players select and control multiple objects in and around the ring, as well as from crowd members, to inflict damage on their opponents.
by Rainier on Aug. 2, 2006 @ 6:05 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Midway announced that four, all-new limited edition Premium Packs of Mortal Kombat: Armageddon. only for the PS2 versions, will be available at launch on October 9, 2006, and that a Nintendo Wii version is also in development, scheduled for Q1 2007.
by Rainier on Aug. 2, 2006 @ 4:15 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Xploder will launch the HDTV Movie Player to allow millions of Playstation 2 owners to upgrade their PS2 consoles, so that they can play their favourite DVDs in Enhanced Definition mode on their HDTV sets.
by Rainier on Aug. 1, 2006 @ 10:17 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Midway announces the official details of the Spy Hunter: Nowhere to Run Choose Your Mission Sweepstakes. Beginning on August 1, 2006, contestants can
enter to win one of 12 weekly prizes that include an iPod, Motorola RAZR Phone and more!
by Rainier on Aug. 1, 2006 @ 6:27 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Koei announced that it is bringing Samurai Warriors 2 to Europe this September. Samurai Warriors 2 is a beat-'em-up features 20 characters to select from, each offering different ways of fighting, no load times when the action changes from interior to exterior battles, and new combo configurations and better special attacks.
by Rainier on Aug. 1, 2006 @ 2:36 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Yakuza is a thrilling, action-adventure game created by producer Toshihiro Nagoshi and award-winning novelist Seishu Hase, taking players deep into the world of Japan's infamous underground organization.
Gone gold yesterday, here are some more screens & trailers...
by Rainier on July 31, 2006 @ 2:35 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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SEGA is pleased to announce that Yakuza has officially gone gold and is scheduled to ship in North America on Tuesday Sept. 5. Take to the streets of Tokyo’s authentic nightlife and experience the thrilling lifestyle of the largest organized crime group in the world, the Yakuza.
by Rainier on July 31, 2006 @ 10:19 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Picking up where Guitar Hero left off, Guitar Hero II arrives with a new track list, new venues and additional play modes – including the ability to transform the original Guitar Hero SG Controller into a rhythm, lead or bass guitar. RedOctane is secretive about the more than 55 songs on the playlist, but today 3 more became known ...
by Rainier on July 31, 2006 @ 4:45 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Phantasy Star Universe offers two complete RPG experiences – a single-player action adventure spanning multiple planets, and a robust online multiplayer component that will support Xbox Live.
by Rainier on July 28, 2006 @ 11:09 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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SEGA Europe is bringing the Japanese PS2 exclusive football management game, Let's Make a Soccer Team! to Europe. The game offers a unique football management experience allowing you to create, build and control every aspect of your own football club in the real football world!
by Rainier on July 28, 2006 @ 10:42 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Featuring action superstar Dwayne The Rock Johnson as government super-spy extraordinaire Alex Decker, players for the first time ever can step out of the Interceptor and straight into third-person action, utilizing The Rock's physical prowess by taking down enemies with intense melee combat moves.
by Rainier on July 28, 2006 @ 2:46 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Picking up where Guitar Hero left off, Guitar Hero II arrives with a new track list, new venues and additional play modes – including the ability to transform the original Gibson SG Guitar Hero Controller into a rhythm, lead or bass guitar.
by David Brothers on July 28, 2006 @ 1:51 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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MotoGP 4 is the latest fast-paced motorcycle sim to hit the PS2. It's got some stiff competition with Sony's own Tourist Trophy, but it's put forth a very nice showing. How's it stack up overall? See inside.
by Judy on July 27, 2006 @ 4:08 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Lately, some of Strawberry Shortcake's friends have not been able to dream at night and they've asked Strawberry for her help. She decides to go to Dreamland to build new dreams for her friends, but this is no easy task!
by Rainier on July 27, 2006 @ 8:59 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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LMA Manager 2007 will deliver the series’ totally compelling world of football to the new formats in massively expanded editions, with teams from over 50 countries to manage or pick transfers from, while retaining LMA Manager’s intuitive and user-friendly interface, where every piece of information is no more than a couple of button-presses away, and comes complete with visual presentation.
by Rainier on July 27, 2006 @ 3:06 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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In the Game segment, sales decreased 29.1% compared to the same quarter of the previous fiscal year primarily as a result of a decrease in hardware unit sales of PS2 and PSP, as well as a decrease in PS2 software sales. Although combined profit from the PS2 and PSP businesses was relatively unchanged, operating loss increased primarily as the result of the recording of charges associated with preparation for the launch of the PS3, in addition to continued high research and development costs associated with PS3.
by Rainier on July 27, 2006 @ 2:39 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Gun Club is a non-violent arcade shooter, allowing gamers to enter the shooting range, steady their nerves, and take aim at the bull’s-eye. Experience the traditional 1st person shooter from a different perspective; Gun Club is void of blood and violence.
by Rainier on July 27, 2006 @ 2:26 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Cartoon Network Racing pits your favorite characters from Cartoon Network's original shows in a Kart Racing tournament against each other. Race with characters from The Powerpuff Girls, Dexter's Laboratory, Courage the Cowardly Dog, Cow and Chicken, I.M. Weasel, and Johnny Bravo.
by Rainier on July 27, 2006 @ 1:39 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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B-Boy uses a dynamically controlled fighting system to help you battle the best b-boys on the planet. Over the course of an in-depth "B-Boy Life" mode, players build up a crew and battle against real-life superstar b-boys including legendary and original b-boy in-game host Crazy Legs.
by Rainier on July 26, 2006 @ 8:45 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Saint Seiya: The Hades takes the Saint Seiya video game experience to the next level boasting a story from the most widely acclaimed chapter of the saga plus an overdose of innovative features and stunning enhancements designed to bring players closer than ever to the universe of mind-blowing 3D Cosmo battles.
by Rainier on July 26, 2006 @ 10:29 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Gamers can try their luck at more than 20 different casino games, including table games, machine games, poker rooms and sports bets, while experiencing high-stakes areas, invitation-only tournaments and many unlockable upgrades for your highly customizable character.
by Rainier on July 26, 2006 @ 3:45 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Fasten your seatbelt and be prepared for the race of your life as Formula One 06 brings players a brand new gaming experience, allowing you to get closer to the sport than ever before, and take part in the 2006 FIA Formula One World Championship and truly interact with the sport.
by Chad on July 26, 2006 @ 2:59 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Fighter Alpha Anthology is a compilation of the entire Street Fighter Alpha arcade series, including SF Alpha, SF Alpha 2, SF Alpha 2 Gold and SF Alpha 3 which have never before been available together in one package. As an added bonus, Super Gem Fighter Mini Mix is included which brings the total to five action packed games on one disc.
by Rainier on July 26, 2006 @ 2:30 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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ZOO Digital Publishing has announced that it is to launch Premier Manager 2006-2007 in time for the new Premiership season on 18th August 2006.