by Rainier on Nov. 12, 2009 @ 4:41 p.m. PST | Filed under
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While the game shares its twisting plot with the original PlayStation game, Silent Hill: Shattered Memories takes a different path in many, many ways. Characters can be approached but will offer different responses and be found in different places, while new clues and gameplay paths can be followed.
by Rainier on Nov. 12, 2009 @ 4:21 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Colin McRae: DiRT 2 benefits from tuned-up car-handling physics system, a new damage engine effects, a new level of visual fidelity, with cars and tracks twice as detailed as those seen in the original, as well as a roster of off-road events, taking players to the most diverse and challenging real-world environments.
by Rainier on Nov. 12, 2009 @ 1:37 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Last week Epic Games launched the Unreal Development Kit (UDK), a free edition of Unreal Engine 3, providing the community access to the toolset like never before, and has since exceeded 50,000 users worldwide.
by Rainier on Nov. 12, 2009 @ 12:28 p.m. PST | Filed under
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SOCOM: Fireteam Bravo 3 lets you join forces with like-minded players to tackle an adventure of realistic military action, tactics and teamwork wherever and whenever you want. Originally scheduled for Nov. 24, SCEA has pushed the release into 2010 in order to give the marketing team more time.
by Rainier on Nov. 12, 2009 @ 9:53 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Diablo III is an action RPG where you create a hero from one of five distinct classes, such as barbarian or witch doctor, each equipped with an array of spells and abilities, and adventure through rich and varied settings, unraveling an epic storyline and engaging in combat with hordes of monsters and challenging bosses. Confirming
earlier speculations, slides from a presentation by CFO Thomas Tipple
reveal that "World of Warcraft, StarCraft Expansion, Battle.net, Diablo III, and Unannounced MMO" are all due in 2011 and beyond.
by Rainier on Nov. 12, 2009 @ 7:21 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Introducing new class-based gameplay, mobile bases and persistent player progression throughout all game modes, C&C4 offers players new, innovative and compelling strategic depth. Fans who can't wait until the March 16 release date can now pre-order and get early access to the upcoming beta program, the game's official soundtrack and an exclusive prequel bonus mission.
by Rainier on Nov. 12, 2009 @ 6:53 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Dark Fall: Lost Souls, the third title in the adventure game series which will complete paranormal game trilogy. You have unfinished business with the dead. Return to the Train Station and Hotel at Dowerton for a second time; there is a new mystery to solve, and new horrors to face.
by Rainier on Nov. 11, 2009 @ 1:50 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Karaoke Revolution will let karaoke fans sing and compete against friends with expanded multiplayer modes, 50 all-new hit songs from master recordings, as well as an endless amount of customizable venue options and newly enhanced customizable characters, including dramatic facial and body morphing.
by Rainier on Nov. 11, 2009 @ 12:35 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Modern Warfare 2 continues the gripping and heart-racing saga with an unprecedented level of action as players face off against a new threat dedicated to bringing the world to the brink of collapse. Modern Warfare 2 sold an estimated 1.23 million units, breaking GTA IV's 2008 record of 631,000 units
by Rainier on Nov. 11, 2009 @ 12:12 p.m. PST | Filed under
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With customizable ships and characters from the Klingon Empire and United Federation of Planets, ground, space and shipboard gameplay and unique options for player-generated content set in the Star Trek universe, Star Trek Online is the MMOG that allows you to boldly go where no one has gone before!
by Rainier on Nov. 11, 2009 @ 11:33 a.m. PST | Filed under
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SouthPeak Interactive's latest financial results revealed that the company us doing fairly well with net revenues double from last year, and moving from a loss in 2008's quarter to $1.3 million of earnings. More importantly Southpeak acquired certain TNA iMPACT assets in Midway's bankruptcy, and reveals it is working on TNA iMPACT: Cross the Line for PSP, PSPgo and NDS.
by Rainier on Nov. 11, 2009 @ 2:19 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Microsoft
unveiled Natal at E3 2009 but has not released a lot of official information since then.
At TGS, it was announced that several developers were working on titles for its controller-free technology, but according to freshly
leaked info, it would seem that no fewer than 14 titles will be available at launch, which is currently set for Nov. 2010 with a targeted launch price of $50-60 USD, or the cost of a new game. Microsoft's Natal project combines an RGB camera, depth sensor, multi-array microphone and custom processor running proprietary software.
by Rainier on Nov. 10, 2009 @ 6:25 p.m. PST | Filed under
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L4D2 promises to set a new benchmark for cooperative action games, adding melee combat to enable deeper cooperative gameplay, with items such as a chainsaw, frying pan, axe, baseball bat, and more. Valve announced the sequel to its Zombie Photo Contest that ties into the out of home advertising campaign for Left 4 Dead 2.
by Rainier on Nov. 10, 2009 @ 11:37 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Deadly Premonition is a third-person survival horror action game which puts players in the role of the intuitive FBI Agent Francis York Morgan. In the process of investigating a murder, players will examine a series of interlocking mysteries in a remote rural town and will encounter an array of complex characters pivotal to the unraveling of the storyline’s mystery.
by Rainier on Nov. 10, 2009 @ 11:02 a.m. PST | Filed under
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In Kamen Rider Dragon Knight, players can play as all 13 Kamen Riders from the live action series, each with their own unique Contract Beasts, Advent Cards, and special abilities, allowing fans of the franchise to fight battles against other Kamen Riders or dive into stage mission mode that lets players to go head-to-head or fight legions of enemies as they explore Ventara and stop the menacing plot of General Xaviax.
by Rainier on Nov. 10, 2009 @ 8:50 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Star Wars The Force Unleashed: Ultimate Sith Edition combines the original Star Wars The Force Unleashed videogame with three new levels set in iconic Star Wars locales and a host of new costumes and character models. This special edition of the game will show players the deepest, darkest side of the Force in a story that puts them on a collision course with Luke Skywalker himself.
by Rainier on Nov. 10, 2009 @ 6:58 a.m. PST | Filed under
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SOCOM Confrontation focuses on online play and the global community and clans with support for Tournaments, Clan Ladders, Leader Boards, as well as the ability to modify their appearance through facial and physical customization.
by Rainier on Nov. 10, 2009 @ 6:54 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Hearts of Iron III will follow the series' tradition of most detailed and complete strategic game on WW2 while focusing on satisfying veteran players through a multitude of new features and systems, including a huge map with more than 10,000 provinces.
by Rainier on Nov. 10, 2009 @ 6:02 a.m. PST | Filed under
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On Sunday, 8th of November at about 0:30AM industry veteran and CEO of the Spellbound Entertainment Armin Gessert died from a heart attack. Armin had been developing games since 1984 and had risen to fame with the hit titles The Great Giana Sisters and The Great Courts.
by Rainier on Nov. 10, 2009 @ 5:46 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Smoking Gun Interactive, formed by ex-Relic people, today launched its first installment of the graphic novel series titled “X”. Written by controversial, award-winning author and social critic Douglas Rushkoff, the series is illustrated by Smoking Gun’s lead concept artist Cheoljoo Lee and Younger Yang.
by Rainier on Nov. 9, 2009 @ 4:29 p.m. PST | Filed under
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Earlier today, EA announced the $300 million acquisition of social network games developer Playfish, but its just-released financial results are less optimistic. Results were better than expected, driven by FIFA 10, Madden 10, The Beatles: Rock Band, and NFS SHIFT, but it posted a loss of $391 million and will close several facilities (Black Box, EA Giburon) and lay off 1,500 employees (EA Mythic), as well as cancel over a dozen titles.
by Rainier on Nov. 9, 2009 @ 10:36 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Paying homage to the old school look and feel of classic arcade games, NBA Unrivaled brings to the table a contemporary retro design to this generation of HD gaming. Ball your way up to the top of the league and play to your fullest to get the crowd pumped. The fusion of "rhythm" and "puzzle" creates a completely new kind of game in 0D Beat Drop! Drop pieces along with the beat, and go for the win with explosive chains.
by Rainier on Nov. 9, 2009 @ 9:17 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Zero Gear is physically-fueled, online multiplayer PC kart combat madness. Deck out your kart and character before jumping into one of many different game modes. Outrageous kinematic gameplay and weapons make every round a blast. The potential for tiny vehicular mayhem has never been so humongous! Boost, flip, spin, and slide your way to victory!
by Rainier on Nov. 9, 2009 @ 9:09 a.m. PST | Filed under
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Your Shape is a new fitness title that leverages the technological advances of an entirely new camera for the Wii that will scan your body using Ubisoft's proprietary Body Tracking technology and then project the image onto the TV, creating a personalized and interactive workout.
by Rainier on Nov. 9, 2009 @ 7:16 a.m. PST | Filed under
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L4D2 promises to set a new benchmark for cooperative action games, adding melee combat to enable deeper cooperative gameplay, with items such as a chainsaw, frying pan, axe, baseball bat, and more. After being exclusive to pre-orders only, Valve has now released the X360/PC demo to all.