by Rainier on Jan. 7, 2009 @ 3:32 a.m. PST | Filed under
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With an immersive player-driven storyline, a dynamic ecosystem, groundbreaking mass combat mechanics, and lush graphics, The Saga of Ryzom is the answer to the prayers of massively multiplayer gamers seeking a fresh, compelling experience instead of cookie-cutter fantasy settings.
by Rainier on Jan. 6, 2009 @ 6:30 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:
- Skate 2 [ALL] - Online Features Trailer
- Commander In Chief [PC] - Trailer #2
We will update this throughout the day when new trailers become available. Read more for download links ...
by Rainier on Jan. 6, 2009 @ 12:17 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Saints Row 2 offers vastly expanded customization options, a totally transformed and expanded city of Stilwater, new vehicles, sandbox tools and toys as well as both online co-op and competitive multiplayer. The PC edition of SR2 is available at retail today, but the Steam version has been delayed due to some issues with the Steam client, which THQ and Valve hope to resolve asap.
by Rainier on Jan. 6, 2009 @ 9:18 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Operation Flashpoint 2 will see the most realistic modeling of conflict scenarios in a new contemporary theater of war. By offering a multitude of military disciplines, gameplay will deliver warfare more realistic and intense then ever before, while an extensive multiplayer component will create battles on an incredible scale.
by Rainier on Jan. 6, 2009 @ 6:43 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Battlestations: Pacific features a massive U.S. and Japanese single player campaign that offers a unique blend of action and strategy. Players must plan their moves carefully on huge open-world arenas and fight in the air, above sea and underwater to relive some of the most hard-fought battles in WWII history.
by Rainier on Jan. 6, 2009 @ 6:41 a.m. PST | Filed under
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The keys to winning a tennis match in the real world are fast footwork, consistency and a wicked backhand. Enter the realm of Mario Power Tennis, exclusively for Nintendo GameCube, and the secret to winning includes Power Shots like Mario's Iron Hammer, Luigi's Squeaky Mallet and Peach's Super Peach Spin.
by Rainier on Jan. 6, 2009 @ 4:23 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Masters of Mystery: Crime of Fashion is a thrilling, hidden object game with a twist. Using interactive forensic tools, the player will solve cunning puzzles to ultimately uncover the horrifying truth behind these brutal crimes.
by Rainier on Jan. 6, 2009 @ 3:51 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Good Old Games announced it has added two action-adventure games created by Silmarils bundled in
Robinson's Requiem Collection, Robinson's Requiem and its informal sequel Deus, for just $5.99 (DRM-free of course).
by Rainier on Jan. 5, 2009 @ 9:38 p.m. PST | Filed under
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FusionFall is set in a re-imagined Cartoon Network universe where, as a kid, you will team up with other players and Cartoon Network characters to defend it from an alien invasion of epic proportions.
by Rainier on Jan. 5, 2009 @ 9:28 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:
- Dead Rising: Chop Till You Drop [Wii] - Gameplay Trailer
- Nobunaga's Ambition: Rise to Power [PS2] - Trailer (2)
- Moon [NDS] - Sanctus Vector Trailer
- The Lord of the Rings: Conquest [ALL] - Trailer #5
We will update this throughout the day when new trailers become available. Read more for download links ...
by Rainier on Jan. 5, 2009 @ 11:09 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Oxygen Studios (14 people) are currently seeking a buyer/partner for the studio after majority shareholder Oxygen Games decision to move back to a more traditional publisher model using external development teams only.
by Rainier on Jan. 5, 2009 @ 5:59 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Video game industry veterans Nick Koziupa (Rainbow Studios), Brian Westergaard (Neversoft Entertainment, Rainbow Studios, High Voltage Software) and Dave Eberly (Gamebryo architect ) have announced the launch of Azo Studios, and plan to develop video games and middleware solutions for console, PC, and handheld devices.
by Rainier on Jan. 5, 2009 @ 3:09 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Resistance: Retribution is a 3rd person adventure with an all new story, levels, weapons and enemies, as well as a proprietary targeting system and game engine that pushes the system to its limit, allowing more detailed characters, special effects, and terrain that captures the look and feel of the Resistance universe. Amazon is offering fans who
pre-order before Jan. 12, 2009 will receive a download code for the demo before its Feb. 24 launch.
by Rainier on Jan. 4, 2009 @ 3:41 a.m. PST | Filed under
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UCCE includes new and improved technologies from all previous Battlecruiser / Universal Combat titles as well as various other enhancements and content.
by Rainier on Dec. 30, 2008 @ 5:38 p.m. PST | Filed under
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After a few weeks of deliberation and voting, our top games of 2008 are finally being unveiled! We're starting with titles that garnered honorable mentions; these nominees received a significant amount of votes but fell just short of making the cut. Come back tomorrow for the top handheld and downloadable titles, which will then be followed by the top console/PC offerings. Once that's out of the way, we'll start the countdown of the top 20 titles, including what WP considers to be the best game of 2008.
by Rainier on Dec. 29, 2008 @ 3:11 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Emergent has integrated Illuminate Labs’ Beast system with its Gamebryo development platform, complementing its animation system by adding the ability to quickly create complex, highly-detailed light maps with advanced global illumination.
by Rainier on Dec. 29, 2008 @ 4:14 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Resistance: Retribution is a 3rd person adventure with an all new story, levels, weapons and enemies, as well as a proprietary targeting system and game engine that pushes the system to its limit, allowing more detailed characters, special effects, and terrain that captures the look and feel of the Resistance universe.
by Adam Pavlacka on Dec. 26, 2008 @ 4:52 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Bionic Commando features Nathan Spencer (voiced by Faith No More's Mike Patton), a government operative who represents the ultimate fusion of man and machine. After distinguishing himself in a fierce conflict against the Imperials, Spencer is betrayed and falsely imprisoned by the very people he unquestioningly served.
by Rainier on Dec. 23, 2008 @ 10:38 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Sony has
rolled out new PlayStation Store content, starting with Pulse 12/23 Edition (free), Lumines Supernova ($14.99), DLCs for BUZZ! Quiz TV ($7.99), High Velocity Bowling (free), Hot Shots Golf, LittleBigPlanet Metal Gear Solid ($1.99), PAIN, Disgaea 3 Adell DLC ($1.99), The Lord of the Rings: Conquest Demo, song packs for Guitar Hero World Tour, Rock Revolution, Karaoke Revolution Presents: American Idol Encore 2, Rock Band, and the usual game/movie trailers and PS3 themes.
by Rainier on Dec. 22, 2008 @ 4:00 p.m. PST | Filed under
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The Witcher Enhanced Edition, CD Projekt's action/RPG, adds changes to the game's mechanics, better graphics, shorter load times, improved stability, the recently released D'jinni mod editor, two new adventures, making of DVD, two soundtracks, etc.
by Rainier on Dec. 22, 2008 @ 4:00 p.m. PST | Filed under
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'League of Legends: Clash of Fates' Champions #3 - Screens
by Rainier on Dec. 22, 2008 @ 4:00 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Combat Mission: Shock Force is a tactical military simulation depicting a hypothetical near future conflict between NATO and Syrian forces in Syria. This v1.11 patch adds improved pathfinding, AI tweaks, smoother Internet play, and various game performance increases and much more...
by Rainier on Dec. 22, 2008 @ 3:36 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:
- X-Blades [PS3/X360/PC] - Gameplay Trailer
- Guitar Hero: Metallica [ALL] - Teaser Trailer
- Battlestations : Pacific [X360/PC] - Trailer
We will update this throughout the day when new trailers become available. Read more for download links ...
by Rainier on Dec. 21, 2008 @ 6:24 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:
- Dragon Age: Origins [PC] - Bringing the Grey Wardens to Life Trailer
We will update this throughout the day when new trailers become available. Read more for download links ...
by Rainier on Dec. 20, 2008 @ 6:12 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Combining the most exciting aspects of action, fighting and strategy games, Dynasty Warriors 6 Empires for X360 and PS3 was originally planned to make its debut in Japan early 2009, but concerns about quality issues have caused a delay, which is expected to push back the North American and European launch as well.
