by Rainier on Oct. 26, 2007 @ 10:36 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Sony Computer Entertainment America today celebrates the seven-year anniversary of its PS2. Since its release in North America on October 26, 2000, more than 120 million hardware units and more than a billion units of PS2 software have sold worldwide,
by Rainier on Oct. 26, 2007 @ 9:15 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Pacific Liberation Force, previously known as Elite Helisquad II, is an all-action helicopter game that places you in the middle of the pacific. You'll be conducting aerial warfare versus fast and trigger happy enemies.
by Rainier on Oct. 26, 2007 @ 5:49 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Crusaders: Invasion of Constantinople is an Action-RPG set in the environment of the Fourth Crusade, an epic event in the European history. Never before used in computer games, this period witnessed the clash of the French, German and English knights with the Byzantine Empire, which led to the capture and sack of Constantinople.
by Rainier on Oct. 26, 2007 @ 2:39 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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SEGA's Phantasy Star Universe: Ambition of Illuminas is not just another expansion pack to PSU, but rather an all new installment with new weapons, locations and monsters.
by Rainier on Oct. 25, 2007 @ 7:09 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:
- Gran Turismo 5 Prologue [PS3] - OFC-1 Trailer
- Panzer Tactics DS [NDS] - Multiplayer Modes Trailer
- Resident Evil: The Umbrella Chronicles [Wii] - Weapons Trailer
- The Simpsons Game [ALL] - Trailers (2)
- We Love Golf! [Wii] - Egypt Course Trailer
- The Chronicles of Spellborn - Combat Stress Test Trailer
We will update this throughout the day when new trailers become available. Read more for download links ...
by Rainier on Oct. 25, 2007 @ 4:06 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Unlike the gloomy Sony news from earlier today, Microsoft's latest quarterly financial result reveals that its Entertainment and Devices Division (Games for Windows and Xbox branch) has turned its longtime red numbers into black. While its overall business keeps thriving, with a 27% revenue increase amounting to $13.76 billion, the games division came back from a $142M operating loss to close September with $165M profit, probably in no small part due to Halo 3's success.
by Rainier on Oct. 25, 2007 @ 2:11 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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RF Online is a free-to-play MMORPG that delivers an epic mix of traditional fantasy and futuristic sci-fi. Set in the deep space galaxy of Novus, three races compete in an ultimate struggle for power and resource. Codemasters recent decision to make the game subscription free seems to pay off as today it opened a new world to accommodate the influx of new players.
by Rainier on Oct. 25, 2007 @ 8:15 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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DDR Universe2 delivers new gameplay options along with a sundry mix of songs from the 70s to today, online play and downloadable music, enhanced graphics as well as accessibility for players of all ages. The lineup includes performers like Franz Ferdinand, Outkast, Herbie Hancock, Ferry Corsten, Kool and the Gang, Men Without Hats and The Bangles.
by Rainier on Oct. 25, 2007 @ 8:07 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Storm Island is a free content addon currently in development for Bounty Bay Online. The add-on offers brand new content – besides a newly added area with additional flora and fauna, the maximum level cap will be raised from 100 to 120. Also, there will be 21 new special abilities (fishing, muscle power, alchemy etc.).
by Rainier on Oct. 25, 2007 @ 6:46 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Trackmania Nations Forever will once again feature as an official ESWC 2008 game, and includes a detailed track editor which allows players to create their own tracks and car skins, as well as supporting multiple online high score and tournament formats.
by Rainier on Oct. 25, 2007 @ 5:43 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Sony Corp just released its 2nd quarter 2007 financial results, and while there is an overall upward trend mainly due to last year's battery pack fiasco, the gaming division is getting hit hard. Sales are up 42.9%, primarily because of PS3, but the hardware division itself is bleeding money, as operating loss increased ($867 million) due to the strategic pricing of PS3 at points lower than its production cost.
by Rainier on Oct. 25, 2007 @ 5:29 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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In order to bring high def. sound to next-gen video games, Activision announced an agreement with Audiokinetic to integrate the WaveWorks Interactive Sound Engine (Wwise) into select titles across the company’s global development studios.
by Rainier on Oct. 25, 2007 @ 4:09 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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In Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games players will compete in events (100m track, table tennis, swimming etc.) that take place in venues based on the official Beijing 2008 Olympic Games, against a supporting cast of characters from the worlds of both Mario and Sonic, including Luigi, Knuckles, Yoshi, Tails and more.
by Rainier on Oct. 25, 2007 @ 3:48 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Humans, succumbing to ray-guns, mind-control, and shiny flying saucers, have failed to defend their planet and let it fall easily into the clutches of the Big Brain and his army of Brain Thingys. The only hope left for mankind is three Teenage Zombies that have arisen from a graveyard disturbed in the invasion.
by Rainier on Oct. 24, 2007 @ 6:38 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:
- Manhunt 2 [PSP/PS2/Wii] - Trailer #4
- Time Crisis 4 [PS3] - Trailer #2
- Darkness Within: In Pursuit of Loath Nolder - Trailer
- Wii Fit [Wii] - Trailer #2
- The Witcher - The Making Of Trailer #3
- Trauma Center: New Blood [Wii] - Trailer #2
- Timeshift [X360/PC] - FPS Differently #2
We will update this throughout the day when new trailers become available. Read more for download links ...
by Rainier on Oct. 24, 2007 @ 12:02 p.m. PDT | 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 Oct. 24, 2007 @ 10:15 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Vigilance, powered by Crytek's CryEngine 2, was designed using state of the art 3D technology to help train U.S military personnel to locate and identify Improvised Explosive Devices, and has been selected by the National Training Systems Association as one of the finalists in the 2007 Serious Games Showcase & Challenge.
by Rainier on Oct. 24, 2007 @ 6:07 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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FreeStyle Street Basketball is a fast-paced online basketball game where players meet on virtual courts to challenge each other in a pick-up game environment, featuring music, fashions and gravity defying basketball moves. Sierra Online announced that there will no longer be a premium upgrade and players can play through all 45 levels for free when they sign up.
by Rainier on Oct. 24, 2007 @ 4:12 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Scene It? Lights, Camera, Action brings gamers together with friends and family for a casual trivia game. Using the simple and intuitive Big Button Controller, players can challenge their friends to see whose movie knowledge reigns supreme, with real content from their favorite movies and actors.
by Rainier on Oct. 23, 2007 @ 9:22 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:
- The Witcher - Making Of Trailer (2)
- Mario Party DS [NDS] - Trailer #2
- Ultimate Mortal Kombat [NDS] - Puzzle Combat Trailer
- Top Gear: Downforce [NDS] - Trailer
- Need for Speed ProStreet [ALL] - Blueprint Trailer
- MX vs ATV Untamed [ALL] - Trailer
We will update this throughout the day when new trailers become available. Read more for download links ...
by Rainier on Oct. 23, 2007 @ 4:11 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Ratchet & Clank Future: Tools of Destruction draws players into a vast, new galaxy more vibrant, diverse and interactive than ever before, filled with bustling cities, gigantic enemies and giant boss battles, delivering a sophisticated, yet humorous adventure. The game includes v1.94 PS3 firmware update, adding Dualshock 3 support (doesn't work with Sixaxis).
by Rainier on Oct. 23, 2007 @ 4:57 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Set in the near future, terrorists and gangs control most of the cities inhabited with innocent and defenseless citizens. What makes it even worse is a nano-virus acquired by criminals and questioning survival of mankind. You are Scorpion, an operative tasked to exterminate a dangerous virus and save people.
by Rainier on Oct. 23, 2007 @ 2:52 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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In Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games players will compete in events (100m track, table tennis, swimming etc.) that take place in venues based on the official Beijing 2008 Olympic Games, against a supporting cast of characters from the worlds of both Mario and Sonic, including Luigi, Knuckles, Yoshi, Tails and more.
by Rainier on Oct. 22, 2007 @ 7:16 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:
- Assassin's Creed [ALL] - Jade Raymond Interview
- Commando 3 [ALL] - Trailer
- Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games [NDS/Wii] - Trampoline Trailer
- Empire Earth 3 - Behind the Scenes Trailer #4
- Ninja Gaiden DS [NDS] - Gameplay Trailer
- EA Playground [NDS/Wii] - Trailer (2)
We will update this throughout the day when new trailers become available. Read more for download links ...
by Rainier on Oct. 22, 2007 @ 6:33 p.m. PDT | 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.