by Rainier on Sept. 24, 2008 @ 6:32 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Mirror's Edge is a first-person action adventure game where you are Faith, a 'runner' framed for murder in a world where communication channels are highly monitored and the movement of human traffic is closely watched. DICE marketing director Martin Frain
expects Mirror's Edge to sell 3 million units across the three platforms.
by Rainier on Sept. 24, 2008 @ 6:15 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Mini-Motion: Cars of Fury distinctively combines a motion-sensing controller modeled to look like a nuclear powered RC car of the future with a futuristic racing game, making an unparalleled gaming experience at the player’s fingertips.
by Rainier on Sept. 24, 2008 @ 5:44 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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PES 2009 has undergone a graphical update to ensure its players look and move even more like their real-life counterparts. Similarly, all-new options allow users to tailor the game to their own tastes, while new moves, innovative new control elements and key online elements will further the realism of the new game.
by Rainier on Sept. 23, 2008 @ 4:47 p.m. PDT | 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:
- Far Cry 2 [ALL] - Trailer (5)
- SCORE International Baja 1000 [ALL] - Trailer
- Frictional Games New Project - Teaser Trailer
- Last King of Africa [NDS] - Trailer
- Fracture [PS3/X360] - Producer Walkthrough Trailer
- Golden Axe: Beast Rider [PS3/X360] - The Abrax Trailer
- Tom Clancys' EndWar [PS3/X360/PC] - Combat Chain Trailer
- Motorstorm Pacific Rift [PS3] - Lunatics Trailer
We will update this throughout the day when new trailers become available. Read more for download links ...
by Rainier on Sept. 23, 2008 @ 4:44 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Issuing an early goodbye, Ensemble Studios Bruce Shelley
reveals that the Microsoft owned studio was as surprised as the rest of the industry when confirmation came that the Age of Empires powerhouse was getting shut down. Once its current Halo Wars project wraps up later this year, doors will be closed, and while several key figures will move forward with another studio, Shelley will most likely not be part of it. In a related story, it was
uncovered that at some point Ensemble was working on a Halo MMO, which eventually got canceled before ever officially being announced.
by Rainier on Sept. 23, 2008 @ 2:22 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Set between the largely unexplored era between Ep III and Ep IV, Star Wars: The Force Unleashed casts players as Darth Vader's "Secret Apprentice" and promises to unveil new revelations about the Star Wars galaxy. LucasArts announced that The Force Unleashed has sold more than 1.5 million copies, making it both the fastest-selling Star Wars game and LucasArts game ever.
by Rainier on Sept. 23, 2008 @ 2:14 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Trion World Network, launched by former EA VP Lars Buttler and Might & Magic creator Jon Van Caneghem, has secured a $70 million funding to further finance its two MMO projects currently in development.
by Rainier on Sept. 23, 2008 @ 10:08 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Audiosurf is a music-adapting puzzle racer where the shape, the speed, and the mood of each ride is determined by the song you choose.
by Richard Poskozim on Sept. 23, 2008 @ 2:55 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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The New International Track & Field features over 20 different athletic events, with several unlockable characters from other Konami franchises, such as Pyramid Head from Silent Hill 2 and Sparkster from Rocket Knight Adventures.
by Rainier on Sept. 22, 2008 @ 6:37 p.m. PDT | 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:
- F.E.A.R. 2: Project Origin [ALL] - Name Change Trailer
- Quantum of Solace [ALL] - Level Design Trailer
- Jillian Michaels' Fitness Ultimatum 2009 [Wii] - Trailer
- LEGO Batman [ALL] - Launch Trailer
We will update this throughout the day when new trailers become available. Read more for download links ...
by Rainier on Sept. 22, 2008 @ 3:49 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Building on 2005's Rugby League 2, Home Entertainment Suppliers announced the development of Rugby League 2: World Cup Edition, developed by Sidhe Interactive, bringing updated and new content in time for the 2008 Rugby League World Cup.
by Rainier on Sept. 22, 2008 @ 12:39 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Microsoft announced that the Xbox 360 has broken through the six million mark in Europe. A reduction in the estimated retail price (ERP) of the console last week has brought the entry-level ERP for Xbox 360 down to €179/£129.99.
by Rainier on Sept. 22, 2008 @ 10:00 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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KOEI is not bringing an adaptation of its Dynasty Warriors 6 title to the PSP, adding various new features, new stages, and an upgraded version of FW5's Musou Rage with super saiyan effects, and will have multiplayer and co-op support. Characters in Multi Raid have the ability to transform into a more powerful look, similar to the DragonBall Z titles (thanks Andreas).
by Rainier on Sept. 22, 2008 @ 9:41 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Majesco signed an agreement with Scholastic Interactive to distribute the Group's console and handheld titles in North and South America, including Goosebumps HorrorLand (NDS/PS2/Wii) and Ultimate I SPY (Wii), as well as catalog titles I SPY Fun House and Animal Genius for NDS.
by Rainier on Sept. 22, 2008 @ 2:46 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Tony Hawk’s Motion and Hue Pixel Painter utilizes the Motion Pack to feature accelerometer technology so gamers can twist, tilt and turn through numerous skateboarding sessions and for the first time in franchise history, the game brings snowboarding.
by Sanford May on Sept. 22, 2008 @ 1:00 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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DanceDanceRevolution: Disney Channel Edition features music and characters from some of Disney Channel's favorite TV shows and movies, including Hannah Montana, High School Musical, The Suite Life of Zack and Cody, That's So Raven, The Cheetah Girls, Kim Possible and more. The game contains 40 songs that can be unlocked by completing various gameplay challenges.
by Rainier on Sept. 19, 2008 @ 7:00 p.m. PDT | 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:
- SOCOM Confrontation [PS3] - Voice Overs Trailer
- Sacred 2: Fallen Angel [PS3/X360/PC] - Blind Guardian Intro Trailer
- NBA 09: The Inside [PSP/PS3] - Big Man Trailer
- Command & Conquer: Red Alert 3 [ALL] - Remix Trailer
- Dark Horizon - Gameplay Trailer
- NBA 2K9 [ALL] - Gameplay Trailer
- Portal Prelude - Trailer
We will update this throughout the day when new trailers become available. Read more for download links ...
by Rainier on Sept. 19, 2008 @ 12:05 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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MTV and Harmonix announced that next week's addition to the Rock Band Music Store will be earlier delayed Moving Pictures album from classic rock band Rush, as well as 6 additional tracks from bands like Bad Religion Sorrow), The Cult (She Sells Sanctuary), Kasabian (Shoot the Runner), Stone Roses (Love Spreads) and a few more ...
by Rainier on Sept. 19, 2008 @ 8:39 a.m. PDT | 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. If you have the original The Witcher, you can now download patches/upgrades to bring it on par with the Enhanced Edition.
by Rainier on Sept. 19, 2008 @ 5:02 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Frictional Games announces that they are hard at work with a new, currently untitled, first person survival horror game. The upcoming project is set in the late 18th century and will take the player on a thrill-ride through the depths of madness, exploring the dark side of the human emotions.
by Rainier on Sept. 18, 2008 @ 6:05 p.m. PDT | 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:
- Supersonic Acrobatic Rocket-Powered Battle-Cars [PSN] - Trailer
- Samba De Amigo [Wii] - Friends Trailer
- CustomPlay Golf 2009 [Wii/PC] - Trailer #2
- King's Bounty: The Legend - Tales from Endoria #5
- Cursed Mountain [Wii] - Trailer
- DemiGod [PC] - Rook Trailer
- Ultimate Band [NDS/Wii] - Trailer
- Tecmo Bowl: Kickoff [NDS] - Trailer #5
We will update this throughout the day when new trailers become available. Read more for download links ...
by Rainier on Sept. 18, 2008 @ 3:06 p.m. PDT | 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. The North American edition painstakingly had no blood, which is fixed by applying this patch.
by Rainier on Sept. 18, 2008 @ 1:12 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Sony has
rolled out new PlayStation Store content starting with the
half priced Call of Duty 4 Map Pack ($4.99),
Life with Playstation, Megadeth's
Peace Sells…But Who’s Buying? album ($10.99) and Rock Band Live 2008
Tour Pack 1 ($3.99), demos for
Fracture and
Mercenaries 2. Of course there is also the usual slew of game & movie trailers, PS3 themes and wallpapers.
by Rainier on Sept. 18, 2008 @ 10:42 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Naruto: Ultimate Ninja Storm comes armed with cinematic quality graphics, a next-gen battle system, interactive multi-dimensional battle grounds and a seamlessly explorable world. Packaged in a deluxe SteelBook case featuring alternate artwork with a protective slip cover, the Limited Edition includes a soundtrack on CD, an individually numbered limited edition Laser Cell depicting Naruto and Sasuke in battle, and two exclusive limited edition collectible cards.
by Rainier on Sept. 18, 2008 @ 9:26 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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In Colonization, players lead one of four European nations on a quest to conquer and rule the New World. Players will be challenged to guide their people from the oppressive motherland, discover the New World, and negotiate, trade and fight with both the natives and other nations as they acquire power and fight for freedom and independence.
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