by Rainier on March 30, 2009 @ 2:42 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Alien Hominid HD features side-scrolling, hysterical cartoon action with a quirky twist, Xbox Live Arcade features, offering high definition alien action that makes it better than ever before.
by Rainier on March 28, 2009 @ 9:06 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Get ready for the return of some of Nintendo’s best-loved characters as Donkey Kong Jungle Beat has been added to the Wii’s New Play Control family, in which classic games are reinvented to take advantage of Wii’s unique motion sensing capabilities and new widescreen experience.
by Rainier on March 27, 2009 @ 5:39 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Dead Rising 2 is set several years after the infamous zombie invasion of Willamette. Unfortunately, the zombie virus was not contained at the conclusion of Dead Rising, spreading unchecked throughout the United States and DR2 depicts a country where zombie outbreaks continue to strike. During his GDC presentation Capcom lead character artist Izmeth Siddeek revealed that the game could handle 6,000 characters on screen, when multiple players are involved, indicating the game will have multiplayer.
by Rainier on March 27, 2009 @ 2:14 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Lips is a music and singing game that includes 30 songs, 2 wireless interactive microphones (with motion sensors that allow you to dance, move or swing to score points), the ability to use and sing your own music or download songs from an online service.
by Rainier on March 27, 2009 @ 7:26 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Marvelous is already working on the next installment in the Valhalla Knight franchise, and promised to improve upon the previous title with upgraded combat system and an overall enriched gameplay experience.
by Rainier on March 27, 2009 @ 4:56 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Fallen Earth is a post-apocalyptic massively multiplayer online game that mixes FPS style with traditional RPG mechanics, where six factions are struggling to emerge from the collapse of civilization brought on by viruses and environmental disaster.
by Rainier on March 27, 2009 @ 4:15 a.m. PDT | 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 March 26, 2009 @ 6:44 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Armed with iconic moves from rigorous assassin training, including "Curving Bullets" and "Bullet Explosion," as well an arsenal of powerful, high-tech weapons, players will explore Wesley’s quest to becoming an unmatched uberassassin in fast-paced, action-packed combat against the world’s most notorious killers.
by Rainier on March 26, 2009 @ 4:16 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Set in a modern day survival-horror universe, the co-operative gameplay of Left 4 Dead casts four "Survivors" in an epic struggle against hordes of swarming zombies and terrifying "Boss Infected" mutants. As part of his GDC presentation project lead Michael Booth revealed that L4D has sold 2.5 million copies to date, not including digital downloads through Steam.
by Rainier on March 26, 2009 @ 2:04 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Disgaea 2 incorporates some of the same features it did in the original to retain its "Do anything and try everything" heritage while making radical innovations that include suggestions from game fans. The PSP edition will get extra content, such as a new scenario, new characters and more.
by Rainier on March 26, 2009 @ 10:34 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Based on the animated TV series, Afro Samurai is the cutting edge game that delivers a new kind of cinematic game experience, a living episode that offers addictive, immersive and compelling gameplay that's dripping in style.
by Rainier on March 26, 2009 @ 9:48 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Revealed yesterday, Activision confirmed that Modern Warfare 2 will strike worldwide on Nov. 10, 2009. "Everyone on the team is laser focused on making the most gripping experience we've ever created," said Infinity Ward's CEO, Vince Zampella. "No detail is too small and every finishing touch imaginable is underway to make Modern Warfare 2 our best ever. We can't wait for our fans around the world to play starting November 10th."
by Rainier on March 26, 2009 @ 9:42 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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The Conduit is a stunning action FPS that promises to provide some of the best visuals seen to date on the Wii, featuring terrifying alien creatures, an advanced AI System, and a rich, conspiracy-laden story. SEGA announced that Rick Nielsen, guitarist and founding member of Cheap Trick, has composed guitar tracks for The Conduit.
by Rainier on March 26, 2009 @ 9:17 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Free Realms is a free whimsical fantasy massively multiplayer RPG from Sony Online offering lighthearted adventuring, aimed primarily at casual female gamers, and optional bonus content via micro transactions.
by Rainier on March 26, 2009 @ 4:09 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Gears of War 2 picks up six months after the events of the original, thrusting players back into humankind's epic battle for survival against a nightmarish force of underground creatures known as the Locust Horde.
by Rainier on March 26, 2009 @ 4:03 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Fight Night Round 4 features an all-new physics-based gameplay engine that brings the most authentic interpretation of the sweet science to the video game world. The action inside the ring will be faster than ever, delivering a true representation of the sport's incredible speed, accuracy, timing and power.
by Rainier on March 25, 2009 @ 9:41 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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There has yet to be an official announcement, but it isn't exactly a secret that Infinity Wars is working on Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2. To start things off, Activision launched a teaser web site earlier today and has also released
a teaser trailer revealing that the sequel is scheduled for Nov. 10, 2009.
by Rainier on March 25, 2009 @ 7:57 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Stardock announced that the next update to its digital distribution platform, Impulse, will include Game Object Obfuscation (Goo), paving way for reselling digitally distributed games, re-downloading while providing increased copy protection for publishers.
by Rainier on March 25, 2009 @ 1:59 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Rhythm Heaven puts the music in your hands and some rhythm in your life. Let the music move you as you tap and slide your stylus on the touch screen to the beat of more than 50 musical rhythm games. The controls are as natural as tapping your finger to music.
by Rainier on March 25, 2009 @ 1:57 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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WWE SmackDown vs. Raw 2009 will unleash a new tag team experience, allowing players to build momentum and attributes, eliminate opponents with high impact double teams and finishers, as well as get the “hot tag” for the win. The content allows X360 fans to update their WWE gameplay experience with new playable Superstars and ring gear.
by Rainier on March 25, 2009 @ 12:20 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Deep Silver and Apogee Software announced an open search for the next live-action Duke Nukem actor in North America to represent the upcoming Duke Nukem Trilogy games. The talent contest will travel to three cities this spring, culminating at the E3 in June with the naming of a new Duke Nukem representative.
by Rainier on March 25, 2009 @ 10:51 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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During his GDC 09 keynote, Nintendo president Satoru Iwata revealed that the Wii has now sold over 50 million units, making it the fastest-selling game console in history. Earlier today Square Enix announced
a few new titles, but Nintendo itself is working on Rock N' Roll Climber, a rock climbing simulator using the balance board and nunchuk, and The Legend of Zelda: Spirit Tracks for the DSi later this year. Classic arcade games are coming to the Wii Shop Channel ($5/6) while a new Wii System Update will allow users to expand storage with an SD Card from which to load games.
by Rainier on March 25, 2009 @ 8:57 a.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 March 25, 2009 @ 8:46 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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CID The Dummy is an all-new action platformer that is sure to grab you with its enjoyable, fun gameplay, featuring a totally original character with charisma and moves, different fighting styles with which to battle enemies from unarmed combat to weapons like the Bazooka that can freeze, hit and burn.
by Rainier on March 25, 2009 @ 5:15 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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In Spore: Galactic Adventures fans will experience deeper Space stage gameplay as for the first time space faring creatures will be able to beam down from their spaceships to explore new planets and earn rewards for completing challenging missions.