by Rainier on Aug. 20, 2009 @ 6:10 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Blur drops players into heart-pumping, electrified racing action with 20 cars on a track all targeting the finish line and battling each other as they trade paint and collect intense power-ups, including the ability to blast other cars out of the way with huge bursts of energy, boost their speed, and more.
by Rainier on Aug. 20, 2009 @ 5:24 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Cake Mania 3 boasts new features that will attract everyone from loyal fans to first time players. More than 80 new levels, 30 new customers and 6 beautiful time-spanning environments test Jill's speed and efficiency.
by Rainier on Aug. 20, 2009 @ 5:10 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 Aug. 20, 2009 @ 5:00 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Zipper Interactive's MAG is an online shooter where up to 256 players wage battles as 8-person squads in a new unique world. At Gamescom, Zipper lead designer Andy Beaudoin revealed that MAG will go open beta on Sept. 17, 2009.
by Rainier on Aug. 20, 2009 @ 4:27 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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While Guild Wars 2 adds a persistent world, it retains the unique characteristics of the original game, including a strong narrative, extensive instanced game play, an anti-grind design philosophy, and strong support for competitive play.
by Rainier on Aug. 20, 2009 @ 3:36 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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World of Warcraft is an MMORPG experience where players assume the roles of Warcraft heroes as they explore, adventure, and quest across a vast world.
by Rainier on Aug. 20, 2009 @ 3:30 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Frogster has signed a contract for the worldwide rights to a new MMORPG project of Runewaker, the developer of Runes of Magic. The planned next gen online role-playing game is aimed to set new standards in design, technology, features and sheer dimension.
by Rainier on Aug. 20, 2009 @ 3:26 a.m. PDT | 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 Aug. 20, 2009 @ 3:15 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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Magazine publisher Future announced a partnership with Blizzard Entertainment to publish World of Warcraft: The Magazine, the official magazine of the MMORPG, covering all aspects of the game, from game content to the players themselves.
by Rainier on Aug. 20, 2009 @ 3:09 a.m. PDT | Filed under
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The 'Home' 3D online user community service will enable users to create their own avatar and explore a real-time virtual community, as if they are playing a detailed 3D game. At Gamescom Sony announced that PlayStation Home’s core client will be getting a serious upgrade this fall.
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by Rainier on Aug. 19, 2009 @ 5:02 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen propels players straight into an adrenaline-pumping battle for supremacy across the globe where every second and every choice makes the difference between mankind's salvation and annihilation.
by Rainier on Aug. 19, 2009 @ 4:15 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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GamersGate announced that the Bundle Deal of the Week (until August 23rd) is the Viva Media Chess Bundle, which is now 40% off. Over the weekend (August 20-23), both Universe at War: Earth Assault and Serious Sam 2 are 50% off their normal price.
by Rainier on Aug. 19, 2009 @ 4:09 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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LEGO Universe, MMO developed by NetDevil, will include expansive social and community features, as well as character advancement where you'll be able to customize your mini-figs and interact in the universe as any character you choose.
by Rainier on Aug. 19, 2009 @ 3:52 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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In Bomberman Live players guide their unique Bomberman around a grid-like arena, avoiding opponents and their bombs while attempting to bomb the competition.
by Rainier on Aug. 19, 2009 @ 3:47 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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Mercenary Wars is a free-to-play, online military FPS game with unique customization features and an innovative stat system.
by Rainier on Aug. 19, 2009 @ 3:40 p.m. PDT | Filed under
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The Lost Cases of Sherlock Holmes Vol. 2 is a mystery, puzzle/adventure and hidden object casual game in which you join Sherlock Holmes in his return to 221b Baker St. to solve 16 all-new mysteries. Come face-to-face with murder, theft, forgery, dog-napping and even the supernatural!