by Rainier on Nov. 18, 2008 @ 10:57 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Biology Battle is a unique take on the classic space shooter genre. Take control of a medical nanobot during it’s mission inside of a target cell. Avoid the cell’s defenses, and survive long enough to complete your mission. And then it only gets nastier...
by Rainier on Nov. 18, 2008 @ 8:41 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Good Old Games announced an agreement with Epic Games, Inc. that will bring several titles in the renowned studio’s Unreal series to GOG.com, DRM-free of course.
by Rainier on Nov. 18, 2008 @ 4:31 a.m. PST | Filed under
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National Geographic announced the formation of National Geographic Games (NGG), a division that will publish and develop games across major gaming console, handheld, online and mobile platforms.
by Rainier on Nov. 17, 2008 @ 7:28 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Another day, another batch of game trailers was released. Instead of giving them all their own posts, we grouped them, and so far there are trailers for:
- East India Company - Trailer #3
- F.E.A.R. 2: Project Origin - Behind the Scenes Trailer #1
- Left 4 Dead [X360/PC] - TV Spot Trailer #2
- Lips [X360] - Demo Trailer
- MLB Superstars [Wii] - Trailer
- Shaun White Snowboarding [ALL] - Launch Trailer
- Skate It [NDS/Wii] - Lobster Hand Trailer
- Castlevania Judgment [Wii] - Trailer (6)
We will update this throughout the day when new trailers become available. Read more for download links ...
by Rainier on Nov. 17, 2008 @ 5:58 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Hot on the heels of
last week's surprising announcement that it had signed Gas Powered Games' Supreme Commander 2, Square Enix
revealed today that it is expanding its Californian administrative office with a brand-new development team. SE is looking for product manager, associate product manager, 3D artist, QA tester, and Q&A translator at the new office for what it describes as "an action-oriented original IP game" and judging from the requirements it is planned for the Xbox 360 and Wii.
by Rainier on Nov. 17, 2008 @ 4:42 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Based on the animated TV series, Afro Samurai is the cutting edge game that delivers a new kind of cinematic game experience, a living episode that offers addictive, immersive and compelling gameplay that's dripping in style.
by Rainier on Nov. 17, 2008 @ 4:15 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Champions Online is an MMORPG based on the popular pen-and-paper Champions RPG, giving players the power of total customization of their hero experience while they explore a vast universe. Cryptic is looking for
a PS3 engine programmer to bring its MMO platform, which powers Champions Online and Star Trek Online, to PS3.
by Rainier on Nov. 17, 2008 @ 11:13 a.m. PST | Filed under
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UK-based online games developer Monumental Games, currently working on Football Superstars, recently
acquired part of Swordfish Studios, and announced today the opening of a state-of-the-art studio in Pune, India.
by Rainier on Nov. 17, 2008 @ 10:37 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Independent developer Demiurge Studios continues to grow with the addition of fourteen-year design veteran Harley Baldwin White-Wiedow, most recently lead designer on Tomb Raider: Underworld, and prior to that working at LucasArts on Star Wars and Indiana Jones titles.
by Rainier on Nov. 17, 2008 @ 7:06 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Metal Gear Online is a dedicated online game featuring characters, weaponry and levels taken from and inspired by Metal Gear Solid 4, allowing up to 16 people to play simultaneously. Konami is prepping new MGO content, Meme Expansion, adding three new maps and two new playable characters (Mei Ling & Liquid Ocelot).
by Rainier on Nov. 17, 2008 @ 12:26 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Melbourne-based video game developer Tantalus, known for Cars: Mater National, Pony Friends, and the just-released Spyro: Dawn of the Dragon on NDS, announced the establishment of a new development studio in Brisbane, Australia.
by Rainier on Nov. 16, 2008 @ 8:18 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Another day, another batch of game trailers was released. Instead of giving them all their own posts, we grouped them, and so far there are trailers for:
- Bionic Commando [PS3/X360/PC] - Biomech Trailer
- The Chase: Felix Meets Felicity [NDS] - Trailer
We will update this throughout the day when new trailers become available. Read more for download links ...
by Mark Melnychuk on Nov. 16, 2008 @ 12:54 a.m. PST | Filed under
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SOCOM: U.S. Navy SEALs Confrontation focuses on online play and the global community and clans that support it, with support for Tournaments, Clan Ladders, and Leader Boards. Additionally, players will be able to modify their appearance through facial and physical customization.
by Mark Buckingham on Nov. 16, 2008 @ 12:41 a.m. PST | Filed under
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1701 A.D. Gold Edition includes the original empire building strategy game and introduces for the first time in North America The Sunken Dragon expansion, adding an 11-mission, story-driven campaign, a new world editor, new AI profiles, buildings, subquests and an empire-shattering new natural disaster.
by Rainier on Nov. 15, 2008 @ 1:29 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Kalypso Media and the developer Boxed Dreams, currently finishing up Ceville, have teamed up to form a new Munich based development studio, Realmforge Studios.
by Rainier on Nov. 14, 2008 @ 11:37 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Another day, another batch of game trailers was released. Instead of giving them all their own posts, we grouped them, and so far there are trailers for:
- Celetania - Trailer
- Need for Speed Undercover [ALL] - Cinematic Intro
- Prince of Persia [ALL] - Trailers (2)
- Still Life 2 [PC] - Trailer
- Street Fighter IV [ALL] - Gouken Trailer
- NCAA Basketball 09 [ALL] - Dynasty & Online Mode Trailer
- Naruto: The Broken Bond [X360] - Sasuke Trailer
- Sonic Unleashed [PS3/X360] - Empire City Trailer
We will update this throughout the day when new trailers become available. Read more for download links ...
by Rainier on Nov. 14, 2008 @ 2:23 p.m. PST | Filed under
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The Hunter is a free to play online hunting game that artfully combines the most realistic hunting action, with the community and functionality of a social networking site. Emote Games' latest technology allows users to create incredibly realistic avatars for use online and across multiple gaming devices.
by Rainier on Nov. 14, 2008 @ 2:19 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Dynasty Warriors: GUNDAM 2 combines the devastating power of the Mobile Suit, the rich legacy of the GUNDAM universe and the furious Tactical Action game play of the Dynasty Warriors series. The game will thrust players into incredible battles against legions of enemy Mobile Suits on distant planetary surfaces and in the far reaches of outer space.
by Rainier on Nov. 14, 2008 @ 12:16 p.m. PST | Filed under
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League of Legends, developed by Riot Games, is an online multiplayer session-based game that combines elements of role-playing and strategy genres with addictive battle action. In League of Legends rival teams will compete against one another for victory on highly stylized battlefields and landscapes.
by Rainier on Nov. 14, 2008 @ 10:26 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Packing three great shoot'em ups into one disc, Ultimate Shooting Collection contains some never before seen titles that are sure to please casual and hardcore fans of this genre. The Ultimate Shooting Collection is a must have for fans of the arcade shooter and brings the classic arcade feel to your living room.
by Rainier on Nov. 14, 2008 @ 9:31 a.m. PST | Filed under
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The Chronicles of Spellborn is an MMORPG set in the Enclave of the Five Sacrifices. Developed by Dutch studio Spellborn, previously known for Alpha Black Zero, it uses the Unreal 2.5 Engine.
by Rainier on Nov. 14, 2008 @ 9:23 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Aion is the ultimate MMORPG with strengthened interaction between players. Aion’s world consists of 3 realms - the heavens, the devildom and the dragon realm. Players will experience dynamic communications with the world of Aion as they conduct strategic battles.
by Rainier on Nov. 14, 2008 @ 2:08 a.m. PST | Filed under
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While
yesterday Monumental Games acquired Swordfish Studios' Manchester studios, Codemasters announced it has reached an agreement with Activision Vivendi to take over Swordfish Studios' Birmingham-based games development house.
by Rainier on Nov. 13, 2008 @ 4:10 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Dynasty Warriors: Strikeforce will forever change the way gamers experience the Dynasty Warriors universe. In the game, players will enlist in quests that will challenge their very sense of what it means to be a true warrior.
by Rainier on Nov. 13, 2008 @ 3:57 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Sony has
rolled out new PlayStation Store content starting with Age of Booty ($9.99), Costume DLCs for LittleBigPlanet ($0.99), Hot Shots Golf Out Bounds Costume Pack 2 ($2.99), PAIN Movie Studio Lot ($5.99), PAIN The Hoff Character ($1.99), FIFA 09 commentary packs (free), Need for Speed: Undercover kits & Upogrades (ranging from $2.00 to $10.00), Civilization Revolution map packs, and Star Wars: The Force Unleashed Costume Pack 1 ($4.99). Guitar Hero has the Hendrix Track Pack ($5.49), and R.E.M. Track Pack ($5.49) while Foo Fighters' The Colour and the Shape Album ($19.99), and last but not least the usual game/movie trailers and PS3 themes.