by Rainier on Nov. 28, 2007 @ 5:22 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Dynasty Warriors and Samurai Warriors will finally meet this fall in an unforgettable crossover event. In Warriors Orochi, the characters from both franchises must team up to wage war against a new, powerful force. Warriors Orochi is currently only scheduled for release in Japan on Feb. 2008.
Seamlessly integrating the timeless gameplay of the Dance Dance Revolution series with the unmatched interactivity of the Wii Remote, DDR Hottest Party provides the most dynamic dance action to date with several new modes of play, an all-new selection of hit songs and support for simultaneous four-player dancing.
by Rainier on Nov. 27, 2007 @ 3:53 p.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. Players can customize, tweak and tune their fighting characteristics whichever way they like, by using a wide variety of “Sigils” that can be attached to the character.
by Rainier on Nov. 27, 2007 @ 1:01 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Based on better than expected consumer response to its holiday titles, Activision is raising its outlook from the previously estimated $1.05 billion to an expected record net revenue of $1.23 billion, driven by Guitar Hero III and Call of Duty 4.
by Rainier on Nov. 27, 2007 @ 8:52 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Virgin Comics announced a partnership with Perspective Studios to co-create and develop a diverse slate of original intellectual properties. The goal of the collaboration is to create a compelling portfolio of new characters and franchises for exploitation in multiple formats, including comic books, mobile content, video games and feature films.
by Rainier on Nov. 26, 2007 @ 7:46 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:
- Kwari - Trailer
- Universe at War: Earth Assault [X360/PC] - Tutorial Trailers (3)
We will update this throughout the day when new trailers become available. Read more for download links ...
by Rainier on Nov. 26, 2007 @ 2:27 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Atari announced that it will publish ArmA: Gold, a compilation of Arma: Combat Operations and Arma: Queens Gambit. Bohemia Interactive's newest military expansion pack for PC is also available via digital download.
by Rainier on Nov. 26, 2007 @ 12:19 p.m. PST | Filed under
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The Academy of Interactive Arts & Sciences (AIAS) has named former President and CEO of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc., Ken Kutaragi, the recipient of the 2008 Lifetime Achievement Award, which will be bestowed at this year’s Interactive Achievement Awards (IAA) ceremony on Feb. 7 at the annual D.I.C.E. Summit 2008.
by Rainier on Nov. 26, 2007 @ 5:15 a.m. PST | Filed under
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1C Company announced that it has acquired Akella’s “Sea Dog” in-house development studio, which is currently working on Pirates: Captain Blood. In return Akella has acquired the worldwide publishing rights to PT Boats: Knights of the Sea.
by Rainier on Nov. 26, 2007 @ 5:11 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Today Nintendo added yet another 3 classic games to the Wii's Shop Channel. Wii owners with a high-speed Internet access can redeem Wii Points to download the following titles: Double Dribble, Vegas Stakes, and Ecco Jr.
by Rainier on Nov. 25, 2007 @ 2:29 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Set several years after the original, The Temptation is an add-on that will put a greater emphasis on the Elves, a race that played only a marginal role in Two Worlds. The expansion will feature all-new regions to explore, new enemies (giant spiders, flying demons, etc.), improved AI and NPC behavior, reworked Drak'ar and Oswaroh environments, the ability to actively repel hits with your shield and much more. Developed by Reality Pumps, The Temptation, originally the name for the PS3 port, is currently scheduled for Q2 2008.
by Rainier on Nov. 23, 2007 @ 3:23 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:
- Frontlines: Fuel of War [PS3/X360/PC] - Infantry Trailer
- Fading Shadows [PSP] - Trailer
We will update this throughout the day when new trailers become available. Read more for download links ...
by Rainier on Nov. 23, 2007 @ 3:13 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Revealed last month, Warhawk is about to get its first downloadable expansion pack with the release of Operation: Omega Dawn, delivering a new gameplay experience that expands the title’s strategic gameplay elements by offering a new world to explore and introducing a unique aircraft: the KT-424 Combat Dropship.
by Rainier on Nov. 23, 2007 @ 2:01 p.m. PST | Filed under
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For a limited time, BioShock and Enemy Territory: Quake Wars are available via Steam at a 20% discount off their regular price. These two new action releases from 2K and Activision may be purchased from Steam at this special price through Monday, November 26 at 10 am PST.
by Rainier on Nov. 22, 2007 @ 7:49 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Activision, RedOctane and developer Harmonix are getting
sued by rock band The Romantics over the inclusion of its hit single "What I Like About You," by cover band Wavegroup Sound, in Guitar Hero II Rocks The 80s. Reason? The Romantics claim that the performance is "virtually indistinguishable from the authentic version" and might confuse consumers as to whether the recording is an original piece.
by Rainier on Nov. 22, 2007 @ 7:01 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Starring even more Champions, the full line up of electrifying tournaments, exceptional graphic enhancements, even more play modes and additional formats - PDC World Championship Darts is back for 2008. Johnny Atom Productions' Simon Callaghan tells us more about the game ...
by Judy on Nov. 21, 2007 @ 11:58 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:
- Lost Empire: Immortals - Trailer
- The Club [PS3/X360] - Trailer (2)
- Stranger - Multiplayer Trailer
- Boulder Dash Rocks! [NDS/PSP] - Rockford Trailer
- NCAA March Madness 08 [ALL] - Trailers (2)
- Orcs & Elves [NDS] - Launch Trailer
- Soulcalibur Legends [Wii] - TV Spot Trailer
We will update this throughout the day when new trailers become available. Read more for download links ...
by Rainier on Nov. 21, 2007 @ 12:03 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Become Mario as he traverses a galaxy of gravities, traveling in and out of gravitational fields by blasting from planet to planet. Players experience dizzying perspective shifts as they run upside down through wild alien worlds that need to be seen to be believed.
by Rainier on Nov. 21, 2007 @ 12:01 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Yggdra Union is a strategy role-playing game originally released in 2006 on the GBA, now being remade on the PSP with added features such as 16:9 widescreen, additional cut scenes, new maps, and extra playable characters. It's currently only scheduled for release in Japan ...
by Rainier on Nov. 21, 2007 @ 9:52 a.m. PST | Filed under
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HB Studios, known for NBA Live 08 on PS2 and PC, is expanding its operations in Nova Scotia with the creation of a new dev studio in Halifax - the provincial capital and largest city in Atlantic Canada.
by Rainier on Nov. 21, 2007 @ 9:01 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Mercury Games has secured the European publishing rights from Ertain BV for its fantasy action RPG Warriors of the Lost Empire, known in Japan as Lost Regnum, on the PSP.
by Rainier on Nov. 21, 2007 @ 7:59 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Aggression: Reign over Europe, previously called
Aggression: Europe 1914, spans 4 decades, from 1910 until 1950, and offers players the chance to change the outcome of both World Wars, start the Cold War and decide which country will come out on top to dominate Europe.
by Rainier on Nov. 21, 2007 @ 3:17 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Warmonger - Operation: Downtown Destruction is an apocalyptic FPS, built around AGEIA PhysX, enabling unique, piece-by-piece destruction system and is designed to deliver stunning fluid and cloth-based effects unlike anything seen before.
by Rainier on Nov. 21, 2007 @ 3:17 a.m. PST | Filed under
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The Axiom Corporation announces that the mining colony 'AF128' in orbit above Neutron Star PSR B1913+16 is now in full production. Inside the mine, pilots discover side-scrolling, omni-directional, 3D, physics-based job challenges that will push their piloting skills while dazzling their eyes.
by Rainier on Nov. 20, 2007 @ 5:19 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Sony has rolled out its weekly PlayStation Store update with new tons of new material. Just like on XBL, THQ has released a demo for MX vs. ATV Untamed, while Harmonix released launch day content for Rock Band (singles & track packs). There were also price reductions ($4.99 instead of $9.99) for several PSN titles, such as Calling All Cars, Everyday Shooter, fl0w and PixelJunk Racers. New PlayStation Eye titles, Operation Creature Feature ($4.99) and Aquatopia ($1.99), were also featured, as were the usual trailers/movies.