by Rainier on May 4, 2010 @ 1:44 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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This latest PSP installment picks up where Metal Gear Solid 3 for the PS2 leaves off as players take control of the famed Naked Snake. Taking place in 1974, Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker features original game design, story and scenario by Hideo Kojima.
by Rainier on May 4, 2010 @ 1:14 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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With Star Wars: The Force Unleashed II, the epic story continues as players once again assume the role of the devastatingly powerful Starkiller - Darth Vader’s secret apprentice set during the largely unexplored era between Star Wars: Episode III Revenge of the Sith and Star Wars: Episode IV A New Hope.
by Rainier on May 4, 2010 @ 8:49 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Backbreaker is taking sports video games to a place where the action is never the same and every hit looks and feels as realistic as a Sunday afternoon. Utilizing NaturalMotion’s euphoria motion synthesis engine, you’ll never see the same tackle again. Ever.
by Rainier on May 4, 2010 @ 7:15 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Set in 2400 A.D. after a meteorite strikes the earth, Wild Planet features a non-targeting combat mode, sci-fi world outlook and punk-styled characters.
by Rainier on May 4, 2010 @ 6:46 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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A militant revolutionary has unexpectedly seized control in an important South Asian country. As the Ops Com, your mission is to command an elite five-man squad charged with stopping his aggressive agenda before it’s too late. In only six days, you must lead your team through a hostile jungle and urban environments against an army of well-armed rebel insurgents that completely outnumber you.
by Rainier on May 4, 2010 @ 6:27 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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For the first time ever, you can customize the makeup of your band with any combination of instruments in-game: two guitars and two drums, or three guitars and a microphone, etc. while also adding new gameplay mode.
by Rainier on May 4, 2010 @ 5:31 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Featuring all-new, over-the-top themed environments, rocket-powered speedboats, gorgeous visuals, and amazing dynamic water physics, Hydro Thunder Hurricane is the adrenaline dripping sequel fans have been waiting for.
by Rainier on May 4, 2010 @ 12:04 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Red Dead Redemption is a Western epic, set at the turn of the 20th century when the lawless and chaotic badlands began to give way to the expanding reach of government and the spread of the Industrial Age. The story of former outlaw, John Marston, Red Dead Redemption takes players on a great adventure across the American frontier.
by Rainier on May 3, 2010 @ 5:07 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Two Worlds II presents a totally new experience, one in which 2 years of intensive development has enabled quantum leaps in all spheres: completely overhauled AI and balancing standards, experienced authors, the active combat system and the brand-new engine all combine to provide an experience where excitement, sheer enjoyment and graphics rule.
by Rainier on May 3, 2010 @ 2:47 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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StarCraft II will feature the return of the Protoss, Terran, and Zerg races. It's overhauled and re-imagined with Blizzard's approach to game balance, and it's designed to be the ultimate competitive RTS game.
by Rainier on May 3, 2010 @ 1:04 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Red Dead Redemption is a Western epic, set at the turn of the 20th century when the lawless and chaotic badlands began to give way to the expanding reach of government and the spread of the Industrial Age. The story of former outlaw, John Marston, Red Dead Redemption takes players on a great adventure across the American frontier.
by Rainier on May 3, 2010 @ 9:37 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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SCEA announced the PlayStation Protection Plan, an extended service offer for the PS3 and PSP systems, allowing owners in the United States to purchase an extended service plan of one or two years that begins after the original one-year manufacturer's limited warranty expires.
by Rainier on May 3, 2010 @ 8:08 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Step into the boots of a Spartan III, as Halo: Reach charts the story of Noble Team in their heroic stand to defend the planet Reach, its people and secrets against a ruthless assault by an alien collective known as the Covenant.
by Rainier on May 3, 2010 @ 4:05 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Alan Wake, the game's protagonist, is a bestselling horror writer, who writes a novel about his darkest nightmares. In the game, those nightmares come true.
by Rainier on May 2, 2010 @ 12:31 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Red Dead Redemption is a Western epic, set at the turn of the 20th century when the lawless and chaotic badlands began to give way to the expanding reach of government and the spread of the Industrial Age. The story of former outlaw, John Marston, Red Dead Redemption takes players on a great adventure across the American frontier.
by Adam Pavlacka on May 2, 2010 @ 11:15 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Step into the boots of a Spartan III, as Halo: Reach charts the story of Noble Team in their heroic stand to defend the planet Reach, its people and secrets against a ruthless assault by an alien collective known as the Covenant.
by Rainier on May 1, 2010 @ 11:01 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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UFC Undisputed features an authentic and comprehensive UFC atmosphere, poised to deliver intelligent and intuitive combat, increased fighter customization, robust career progression, challenging new gameplay modes and explosive online offerings.
by Rainier on May 1, 2010 @ 1:59 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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In recent years, the game market in Asia has exploded driven by online games and virtual goods Now these trends are rapidly coming to the rest of the world.
A new Research and Markets report predicts that the MMO market will grow from about $800 million in 2009 to over $3 billion by 2015.
by Rainier on May 1, 2010 @ 12:03 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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GamersGate announced that the release of Ubisoft’s Tom Clancy’s Splinter Cell: Conviction marks the 2,000th title that it has available for sale.
by Rainier on May 1, 2010 @ 12:00 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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God damn, we did it again. We shouldn't drink wine when we're already tired to begin with. It never ends well. Wine is our kryptonite, no doubt about it .... We had a friend over for dinner, and of course, a bottle was opened, and then what was supposed to be a refreshing little nap turned into an all-night snooze fest. For Shame!
Today, we're meeting some friends for brunch and while we're out in their area, we might go for a hike. There is supposed to be a two-hour trail out there with nice views, so time permitting, we're strapping on the walking shoes.
by Rainier on April 30, 2010 @ 2:42 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Transformers: War for Cybertron takes players to the Transformers characters’ home planet of Cybertron for a new look into the epic story of the grand civil war that spawned one of the most brutal rivalries of all time.
by Rainier on April 30, 2010 @ 1:53 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Racers' Islands: Crazy Racers is a racing game featuring six different and unique islands serve as a background for the 20 tracks present in the game. Not only will you need driving skills, but you should also consider precision as the game allows the player to target precisely other players and adversaries with the Wii Remote while driving.
by Rainier on April 30, 2010 @ 1:37 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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In an announcement made today, Chief Executive Officer of Icarus Studios, James Hettinger, announced a restructure of the company resources and staffing, effective immediately.
by Rainier on April 30, 2010 @ 7:16 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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All Points Bulletin (APB) takes the universal theme of Criminals and Enforcement and brings it to a persistent, open world multiplayer setting in a modern, crime-ridden city.
by Rainier on April 30, 2010 @ 7:09 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Based on the covert, shadowy world of the military sniper, Sniper: Ghost Warrior throws players into the chaos of a military coup, as they aid the rebels in restoring the rightful government to the embattled country of Isla Trueno.