by Rainier on Oct. 11, 2005 @ 6:04 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Developed by Strangelite Studio, the game is based on the Starship Troopers movie in which you will take the role of an elite 'special forces' trooper in the Mobile Infantry spearheading the assault against thousands of intelligent enemy bugs, emulating the best scenes from the movie and a whole lot more!
by Rainier on Oct. 11, 2005 @ 5:54 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Capcom today announced the release of Devil Kings for the PS2. A fast-paced action title, Devil Kings possesses compelling gameplay that thrusts players into a land of warring nations and unrelenting hostile armies.
by Rainier on Oct. 11, 2005 @ 5:49 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Another day, another batch of game trailers were released. Instead of giving them all their own posts, we grouped them, and so far there are trailers for :
- F.E.A.R. - Melee Trailer
We will update this throughout the day when new trailers become available. Read more for download links ...
by Rainier on Oct. 11, 2005 @ 5:46 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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From the very shores of molten lava where he defeated Anakin Skywalker, Obi-Wan guides players on quests that span the planet Mustafar – some of which might even convert devotees of the dark side over to a more virtuous path.
by Rainier on Oct. 11, 2005 @ 4:01 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Bandai Games today announced that Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex for the PSP has gone gold. Featuring up to six-player multiplayer gameplay, this sci-fi first-person shooter also offers gamers the chance to control their own mini-tank, the Tachikoma.
by Rainier on Oct. 11, 2005 @ 3:58 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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SEGA of America today announced that it will publish Sonic Advance & Sonic Pinball Party Combo Pack for the Game Boy Advance. This value package gives gamers two of Sonic's most exciting handheld adventures on a single cartridge.
by Rainier on Oct. 11, 2005 @ 3:53 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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World Championship Poker 2 features a much more detailed one player game, where you now have to work your way up the ranks, starting in your mom's basement. Once you start winning and accumulating money, you can spend your winnings on increasingly better pads, and furnishings. Hit a losing streak, and you may have to hock your stuff to stay in the game.
by Rainier on Oct. 11, 2005 @ 2:40 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Mythic Entertainment today released Darkness Rising, the sixth expansion pack for its MMO Dark Age of Camelot. The new expansion is available both as a stand alone product via Mythic’s new integrated digital distribution system and as part of the new Dark Age of Camelot: Epic Edition available at retail today.
by Rainier on Oct. 11, 2005 @ 2:29 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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The Adventure Company today announced that the company's mystery adventure game Agatha Christie: And Then There Were None has gone gold in North America for PC. Agatha Christie: And Then There Were None is scheduled for release on November 8th.
by Rainier on Oct. 11, 2005 @ 1:45 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Curse of Darkness introduces players to an entirely new storyline and main character – Hector, one of two Devil Forgemasters, who had once refined his skills under Dracula. Konami announces the official U.S. ship date of Castlevania: CoD for the PS2 and Xbox as Tuesday, November 1, 2005.
by Rainier on Oct. 11, 2005 @ 1:40 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Rockstar Games proudly presents The Warriors for the PS2 and Xbox based on the 1979 Paramount Pictures cult classic movie. Developed by Rockstar Toronto, The Warriors expands the stylized cinematic journey of the film into a gritty interactive experience set in 1970s.
by Rainier on Oct. 11, 2005 @ 1:13 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Microsoft and RealNetworks today announced three agreements valued at $761 million to RealNetworks to settle their antitrust case and create a new partnership to innovate and promote consumer choices in digital music and games, including offering RealNetworks' digital games through Xbox 360's Xbox Live Arcade.
by Rainier on Oct. 11, 2005 @ 1:07 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Greg Hastings' Tournament Paintball MAX'D brings new gameplay features to the FPS genre such as allowing you to control your teammates’ positions, moves and targets, build your own fields, plus multiplayer split-screen action for Co-Op and head-to-head play … and that’s just the beginning. Master these innovations to earn your degree from the GHTP Shooter School of Tricknology.
by Rainier on Oct. 11, 2005 @ 11:33 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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In Bulletproof, 50 gets caught in a web of corruption, double-crosses and shady deals that lead him on a bloody path through New York's drug underworld. Working with the unlikeliest of allies, the streets heat up as 50 Cent takes on the most dangerous crime families in the city, uncovering an international conspiracy with devastating implications. Today we reveal the details behind the "arcade mode."
by Rainier on Oct. 11, 2005 @ 11:06 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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CDV has released the first official patch for Nival's WWII based 3D RTS Blitzkrieg II. This v1.21 patch synchronizes multiplayer gameplay with the Russian version, improves pathfinding, adresses gameplay issues, bug fixes, and is valid for English and German editions of the game. Read more for details fix list and download links ...
by Rainier on Oct. 11, 2005 @ 10:50 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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A Texas Hold 'em game that captures the spirit of the professional poker tour, Stacked utilizes an advanced learning artificial intelligence system that adapts to each player's style of play and a detailed tutorial mode to deliver a thrilling and realistic poker experience.
by Rainier on Oct. 11, 2005 @ 10:05 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Blizzard has released a new update for its MMORPG World of Warcraft. This v1.8.0 patch is for US/Australian editions of the game and addresses a slew of balancing changes, updates the UI and game world, adds druidic talent, extends Silithus zone, as well as the usual bug and crash fixes. Read more for detailed fix list and download links ...
by Rainier on Oct. 11, 2005 @ 9:51 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Burnout Legends sets the bar for on-the-go automotive anarchy, combining the series' trademark speed, destruction and depth. Gamers can look forward to eight gameplay modes, including crash, road rage and pursuit.
by Rainier on Oct. 11, 2005 @ 9:35 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Nintendo announced today that its Mario Party 7 bundle includes a GameCube, two controllers and Mario Party 7, as well as the GameCube Mic, which accepts voice commands to control the action in some of Mario Party 7's 80 new mini-games.
by Rainier on Oct. 11, 2005 @ 9:08 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Blitzkrieg II sports a completly new engine taking WWII into full 3D where players can command famous aces and units, strategically plan battles in multiple theatres, choose their reinforcements and use a wide range of new unit types such as aircraft and ships. This hotfix allows access to the nival.net server which has just been optimized for even better performance.
by Rainier on Oct. 11, 2005 @ 8:36 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Featuring all new authentic tricks, FIFA Street 2 provides new gameplay experiences by making over-the-top moves and skills even bigger in this fast-paced sequel.
by Rainier on Oct. 11, 2005 @ 8:31 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Creators of The Moment of Silence and Mysteries of the Druids, House of Tales Entertainment, will use the Emotion FX real-time character animation technology to power the characters in their next title Overclocked.
by Rainier on Oct. 11, 2005 @ 8:29 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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SCEA announced today the launch of its PS2 exclusive SOCOM 3: U.S. Navy SEALs. Developed by Zipper Interactive, Inc. and produced by SCEA's Foster City Studio in association with the U.S. Naval Special Warfare Command, SOCOM 3: U.S. Navy SEALs offers the most realistic SEAL gameplay and mission designs of any military shooter.
by Rainier on Oct. 11, 2005 @ 8:26 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Gun will be a GTA-style game, set in the West in the 1880s, in cities such as Dodge City and New Mexico's Las Vegas. The murderous 'Dodge City Gang' has been on a rampage and you seek revenge, hunting them down between Indians and Mexican pistoleros. Main mode of transportation is any horse you can find or steal, and of course, Gun will include high speed "horse" pursuits.
by Rainier on Oct. 11, 2005 @ 8:23 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Majesco and Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment today shipped Teen Titans for GBA. Teen Titans allows you to switch between several characters, each with unique abilities, to fight various villains while uncovering an in-depth storyline containing many exciting twists and turns.
by Rainier on Oct. 11, 2005 @ 8:14 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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The series famous for relentless intensity is returning bigger, better looking and more frantic than ever before. Sam Stone is back to rescue the universe one bullet at a time against overwhelming hordes of time traveling enemies in Serious Sam 2.
by Rainier on Oct. 11, 2005 @ 8:12 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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EA today announced SSX On Tour has shipped on the PS2, Xbox, GameCube, and PSP. SSX On Tour features all-new player customization that gives you the chance to join The Tour. SSX On Tour is packed with all-new highly detailed tracks, new stylish player customization options, new monster tricks, and multiplayer options.
by Rainier on Oct. 11, 2005 @ 8:09 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Namco announced today that SoulCalibur III has gone gold for the PS2. The latest chapter in the classic tale of souls and swords, SoulCalibur III secures its position as the must-have fighting game for 2005 with an in-depth character creation system, three brand-new characters and original gameplay modes.
by Rainier on Oct. 11, 2005 @ 8:05 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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SCEA announced today that the PSP edition of Gretzky NHL '06 is now available in stores with three all-new arcade style modes and updates to authentic simulation gameplay, including a true-to-game broadcast presentation and more intuitive Artificial Intelligence (AI), creating the ultimate virtual hockey experience.
by Rainier on Oct. 11, 2005 @ 8:02 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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EA today announced The Sims 2 Holiday Edition, a special-edition holiday-themed version of The Sims 2 which includes 40 new holiday-themed items. People who already own The Sims 2 will get the opportunity to simply purchase the new items with The Sims 2 Holiday Party Pack.
by Rainier on Oct. 11, 2005 @ 7:58 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Buena Vista announced today that The Nightmare Before Christmas video games are now available in North America. Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas, Oogie's Revenge" for the PS2 and Xbox and Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas: The Pumpkin King for the GBA are now at retailers.
by Rainier on Oct. 11, 2005 @ 7:55 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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AGEIA Technologies today announced that Icarus Studios is supporting the AGEIA PhysX processor in its upcoming MMO game Fallen Earth. The post- apocalyptic game takes place in a world struggling to emerge from the collapse of civilization brought on by war, plague and environmental disaster.
by Rainier on Oct. 11, 2005 @ 2:27 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Red Hot Shots, Dive Tackling, Wall Running, Dragon Punches, over-the-top mid-air volleys - all chainable tricks in HoopWorld. Streamline Studios is proud to reveal that it is currently developing its first Xbox Live Arcade title for Xbox 360. HoopWorld is a three-on-three multiplayer trick game that rewards gamers for playing competitively together.
by Rainier on Oct. 11, 2005 @ 2:22 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Zoo Tycoon 2 gives you the chance to build the ultimate zoo and enjoy it firsthand. You can explore your 3D zoo world as a zoo guest or even care for your animals as a zookeeper. The Endangered Species expansion pack will give you even more to love about Zoo Tycoon 2! This developer diary is a Q&A with Blue Fang's senior designer Bart Simon, talking about Jeep Tours in Zoo Tycoon 2: Endangered Species.
by Rainier on Oct. 11, 2005 @ 2:06 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Need for Speed Most Wanted delivers a unique, fast-paced and gripping ride in the racing genre as players build up their Rap Sheet and street cred to move their way up the Black List to become the most wanted racer on the streets.
by David Wanaselja on Oct. 11, 2005 @ 1:50 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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The Madden NFL Football franchise has revolutionized its passing game—giving Madden NFL 06 the most groundbreaking and innovative offensive arsenal ever created. The new QB Vision Control lets you scan the field, look off defenders, and make perfect throws within your quarterback's unique field of vision. QB Precision Placement lets you put the ball exactly where you want it.
by Evan Kaigle on Oct. 11, 2005 @ 1:48 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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In Shadow of the Colossus, players take the role of a young man seeking the truth of an ancient tale of power hidden in a mystical land. Shadow of the Colossus is a majestic journey through ancient lands to seek out and destroy gigantic mythical beasts.
by Rainier on Oct. 11, 2005 @ 12:58 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Paradise, developed by Benoit Sokal's White Birds Productions, is an adventure game which immerses the player in the heart of Africa, at once eternal and terribly contemporary. A young woman, the daughter of a fierce dictator, crosses the continent in the company of a leopard, to take him to the place of his birth, the peaks of Kilimanjaro. .
by Rainier on Oct. 11, 2005 @ 12:42 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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X-Men Legends II introduces the epic storyline of an uneasy alliance between the X-Men and the hated Brotherhood in a fight to reclaim Earth from Apocalypse's grasp.
by Rainier on Oct. 11, 2005 @ 12:27 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Dark Age of Camelot developer Mythic Entertainment is celebrating 10 years of being a developer of online games. The company is also celebrating four years since the successful release of Dark Age of Camelot. Throughout October, Mythic will be celebrating with in-game events and a prize drawing for
the "10-4-10" celebration, 10 days of drawings featuring Dark Age of Camelot and Warhammer prizes.