by Rainier on June 12, 2007 @ 1:23 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Telltale Inc. announced that it has secured $6 million in Series B funding, led by Granite Ventures and IDG Ventures SF, allowing it to use the financing to drive growth in existing and new episodic series, multi-platform development and new staff additions.
by Michael DePasquale on June 12, 2007 @ 1:26 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Tetris Evolution will allow players to take advantage of Xbox 360's high-definition capabilities with intense graphics that make the Tetriminos appear to pop off the screen and more than a dozen high-definition background videos. The game will also feature customizable themes, skins, icons and soundtracks to create a personalized gaming experience.
by Rainier on June 12, 2007 @ 1:15 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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BioShock is a revolution in the shooter genre that will forever change the expectations for the FPS. Going beyond run and gun corridors, monster-closet AIs and static worlds, BioShock creates a living, unique and unpredictable FPS experience. BioShock is the Shooter 2.0.
by Rainier on June 11, 2007 @ 6:48 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:
- Transformers: The Game [ALL] - Deception Trailer
- The Darkness [PS3/X360] - Supernatural Trailer
- id Tech 5 Engine Demonstration Trailer
We will update this throughout the day when new trailers become available. Read more for download links ...
by Rainier on June 11, 2007 @ 4:31 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Take 2 released its financial numbers for Q2 2007 and it wasn't a very rosy picture. Net revenue down, and net loss up, so it came as no surprise that a 100 day restructuring plan was announced. During the follow-up conference call Take 2 executives revealed that several fiscal 2007 year titles were cancelled, though did not go in specifics, and that it would try to sell off Jack of all Games and its Joytech divisions. Dispite earlier rumors, GTA IV is not getting delayed, and is still on track for its October 16 launch.
by Rainier on June 11, 2007 @ 9:20 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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WarDevil: Unleash the Beast Within draws upon strong filmic narrative, a complex story unfolds, immersing the player into a vivid and complex world, far beyond that from conventional video games. Vicon announced the sale of 16 of its Academy Award-winning motion capture MX40 cameras to Digi-Guys for its motion capture scenes.
by Rainier on June 11, 2007 @ 9:14 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Namco Bandai Games America announced .hack //G.U. Vol. 3: Redemption, logging gamers back into the engaging MMO setting where the lines of reality are blurred and danger lurks around every corner. Delivering an epic action-RPG experience, gamers must overcome evil and restore balance to “The World.”
by Rainier on June 11, 2007 @ 5:20 a.m. PDT | 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: Lode Runner, Sonic the Hedgehog 2, and Golden Axe II.
by Rainier on June 10, 2007 @ 1:16 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:
- All-Pro Football 2K8 [PS3/X360] - Trailer
We will update this throughout the day when new trailers become available. Read more for download links ...
by Rainier on June 9, 2007 @ 12:33 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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You are a fugitive and you’re being ruthlessly hunted by the very government you once served. The key to your survival is to improvise, adapt and overcome, your environment becomes your weapon. You need to react to changing situations and use the environment and the crowds around you to create diversions and deter your enemies.
by Thomas Wilde on June 9, 2007 @ 12:08 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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BioShock is a revolution in the shooter genre that will forever change the expectations for the FPS. Going beyond run and gun corridors, monster-closet AIs and static worlds, BioShock creates a living, unique and unpredictable FPS experience. BioShock is the Shooter 2.0.
by Rainier on June 8, 2007 @ 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:
- Hellgate: London - Multi Character Gameplay Trailer
- Zoids Alternative [X360] - Trailer
- Zendoku (NDS) - Trailer #4
We will update this throughout the day when new trailers become available. Read more for download links ...
by Rainier on June 7, 2007 @ 6:57 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Lost Planet is a sci-fi action shooter set within the merciless frozen tundra of a hostile planet. While Capcom has released 2 multiplayer map packs, and now also the Collector's Edition exclusive Battleground map, downloadable for free on Xbox Live.
by Rainier on June 7, 2007 @ 6:30 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:
- Mega Man ZX Advent [NDS] - Trailer #2
- Anno 1701 [NDS] - Battles Trailer
- Galactic Assault: Prisoner of Power - Trailer
- Speedball 2 -Trailer #3
- Shattered Suns - Trailer
- SKATE [PS3/X360] Danny Way's Mega-Compound Trailer
We will update this throughout the day when new trailers become available. Read more for download links ...
by Rainier on June 7, 2007 @ 5:14 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Originally slated to be videotaped and aired at a later date DIRECTV announced that the Championship Gaming Series (CGS) will now air live when it begins its exclusive run on DIRECTV's original entertainment channel, The 101.
by Rainier on June 7, 2007 @ 1:29 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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CNN will host an hour-long program looking at the blurring lines between reality and imagination and how technological developments are shaping our communities and the lives of our children. Panelists include the founders of Wikipedia, Second Life, Flickr and EA, in addition to renowned academics and psychologists.
by Rainier on June 7, 2007 @ 12:24 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Resident Evil 4 takes you on a secret mission at a mysterious location in Europe, where you will fight not-zombies in an attempt to recover the President's daughter. Earlier this week it was revealed that the Japanese version of RE4 will feature minimal blood and gore, headshots will no longer kill enemies, and there won't be any exploding heads or limbs. However, Capcom confirmed the North American version will not be restricted.
by Rainier on June 6, 2007 @ 9:03 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:
- Overlord [X360/PC] - Trailer (2)
- Kane & Lynch: Dead Men [PS3/X360/PC] - Trailer
- Hoshigami Remix [NDS] - Trailer #3
We will update this throughout the day when new trailers become available. Read more for download links ...
by Rainier on June 6, 2007 @ 1:03 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Independent developers Demiurge Studios (worked on titles such as Brothers in Arms, Titan Quest) and Creat Studios announced a complementary strategic partnership that provides publishers an established, international development team capable of bringing titles to any and all platforms.
by Rainier on June 6, 2007 @ 10:08 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Prepare for lift ff as Namco Bandai takes gamers above the clouds and deep into the unknown in Space Station Tycoon, allowing gamers to become moguls in their own galactic empire as they customize stations all over the galaxy while maximizing their income.
by Andrew Hayward on June 6, 2007 @ 2:09 a.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. With bustling cities, gigantic enemies and giant boss battles, Ratchet & Clank Future: Tools of Destruction delivers a sophisticated, yet humorous adventure.
by Rainier on June 5, 2007 @ 8:01 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:
- Fallout 3 [PS3/X360/PC] - Teaser Trailer
- High Stakes On The Vegas Strip:Poker Edition [PS3] - Trailer
- Guitar Hero Encore: Rocks the 80s [PS2] - Trailer
- Call of Juarez [X360/PC] - Trailer #13
We will update this throughout the day when new trailers become available. Read more for download links ...
by Rainier on June 5, 2007 @ 4:55 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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GODS: Lands of Infinity Special Edition is a blend of adventure and action in a turn-based setting. There is an array of missions and NPCs who players can add to their team. Players must fight, gain experience, level and acquire new skills.
by Rainier on June 5, 2007 @ 4:10 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Merscom announced today it is forging a partnership with Dragonback Media Interactive to release eleven of its casual and mass-market games throughout Southeast Asia. Games available will include Merscom's casual titles D.N.A, Buku Sudoku and Buku Kakuro.
by Rainier on June 5, 2007 @ 2:14 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Pac-Man Championship Edition features the first new Pac-Man mazes in more than 26 years. The same beloved Pac-Man played in pizza parlors and arcades of the 80s but updated with new mazes that dynamically change shape during gameplay, six new timed game modes, new soundtracks and high-definition graphics.