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Bioware's 'Who Wants to Be a Minion' Contest

by Rainier on July 25, 2008 @ 4:39 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

BioWare is inviting fans to start practicing their evil laughter and sharpen their lurking in a suspicious manner skills. One lucky fan will get the chance to become a minion for the Penny Arcade Expo (PAX) in Seattle in August and wield infinite dark power.

Various Game Trailers #1395

by Rainier on July 25, 2008 @ 4:32 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Another day, another batch of game trailers was released. Instead of giving them all their own posts, we grouped them, and so far there are trailers for:

  • Spider-man: Web of Shadows [ALL] - Comic-Con Trailer
  • Afro Samurai [ALL] - Comic-Con Trailer
  • Mega Man Star Force 3 [NDS] - Trailer [JAP]
  • NBA Live 09 [ALL] - Global Athletes Trailer
  • NHL 09 [ALL] - League Hockey Trailer
  • Rise of the Argonauts [ALL] - Meaningful Choices Trailer #2
  • Soulcalibur IV [PS3/X360] - Features Trailer
  • S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Clear Sky [PC] - Interview Trailer (3)
  • Street Fighter IV [ALL] - E3 2008 Trailer


  • We will update this throughout the day when new trailers become available. Read more for download links ...

'Alone in the Dark' (PS3) Coming in November?

by Rainier on July 25, 2008 @ 2:55 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Alone in the Dark returns with a heart-stopping survival experience realized through combining the use of real-time physics and environmental interaction to deliver an exhilarating action-orientated experience within a highly detailed, open environment. An updated Atari release scheduled reveals that the previously delayed PS3 edition is now scheduled for launch in November.

'Super Street Fighter II Turbo HD Remix' (ALL) Beta Period Extended

by Rainier on July 25, 2008 @ 2:50 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Super Street Fighter II Turbo HD Remix will make its downloadable debut on the XBLA and PSN by utilizing the original game code, while creating a fresh upgraded experience with new artwork and high resolution 1080p graphics. Capcom has been working on a patch for the currently running SSFII HD Remix beta test, and revealed that the Street Fighter II HD Remix Beta has been extended to Sept. 5th, to gather more feedback afterwards.

'Transformers Animated' (NDS) Announced - Facts, Features & Screens

by Rainier on July 25, 2008 @ 12:58 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Transformers Animated delivers an exciting action-adventure experience. Blast through Decepticon-controlled hoverbots, as you attempt to solve challenging teamwork-based puzzles and race through the motorways of a futuristic Detroit, dodging on-coming traffic while seamlessly changing between robot and vehicle-form.

'Mortal Kombat: Kollection' (PS2) Bundles Threesome

by Rainier on July 25, 2008 @ 12:44 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Midway announced Mortal Kombat: Kollection, a special collector's edition box set that combines three of the most recent Mortal Kombat releases, MK: Deception, MK: Armageddon and MK: Shaolin Monks, into one explosive package.

'Wheelman' (PS3/X360/PC) Delayed Until Early 2009

by Rainier on July 25, 2008 @ 12:39 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Wheelman will take you on a white knuckle thrill ride that unfolds throughout the streets of Barcelona, delivering powerful cinematic moments throughout the game's compelling storyline with car chases inspired by Hollywood's most famous action-sequences. Midway confirmed that it has, once again, delayed Wheelman, pushing it until Q1 2009 in order to give the dev. team enough time to make "a great game experience."

'Silent Hill: Homecoming' (PS3/X360) - 6 New Screens

by Rainier on July 25, 2008 @ 12:33 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Silent Hill: Homecoming is a psychological horror game thrusting players into a shadowy world of chaos and terror with atmospheric HD graphics, an all-new iconic and chilling soundtrack by Akira Yamaoka, and an original storyline that sheds new light on the desolate, fog-shrouded town of Silent Hill.

'Mr. Bean' (PS2) Also Coming to NDS

by Rainier on July 25, 2008 @ 12:03 p.m. PDT | Filed under News

Mr. Bean includes 12 fun-packed levels full of cunning puzzles to encounter and crazy traps to avoid. Dress up as a pirate on your mission to save teddy and battle baddies with fyring pans while negotiating your way through exciting 3D locations.

'Rock Band' (ALL) Gets Testament, Staind, The New No2, Scars on Broadway Singles

by Rainier on July 25, 2008 @ 11:44 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

MTV and Harmonix announced that next week's addition to the Rock Band Music Store will be a the a slew of new singles: Scars n Broadway's They Say, Staind’s This Is It”, The New No2's Yomp, and Testament's Electric Clown.

'Rune Factory: Frontier' (Wii) - New Screens

by Rainier on July 25, 2008 @ 10:24 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Rune Factory: Frontier incorporates an open-ended structure that allows players to choose the type of game they wish to experience. Whether it's growing crops, expanding the town, fighting (or befriending) monsters or even falling in love.

Pre-Order 'Resistance 2' (PS3) or Subscribe to Qore to Get Beta Access

by Rainier on July 25, 2008 @ 10:21 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Resistance 2 will feature 8-player, story-driven online co-op separate from the regular single-player campaign, 60-player online PvP (Heavy, Special Ops, Medic classes) and more vehicles, including The Chameleon, a Stalker with full cloak. SCEA revealed that the August issue of its downloadable video magazine Qore ($2.99) will include a beta invitation, while Insomniac confirmed pre-ordering the game will get you the earliest access.

'Avatar: Legends of the Arena' Announced

by Rainier on July 25, 2008 @ 10:07 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Avatar: Legends of the Arena is a brand-new, multiplayer global online game which will serve as a prequel story to the series, players can create their own Avatar character and test their skills against players from around the globe in several 3D online arenas.

'Disgaea 3: Absence of Justice' (PS3) - 22 New Screens

by Rainier on July 25, 2008 @ 10:04 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

NIS America is bringing Disgaea 3 to North America, making a bold new step towards the next generation console with a whole new cast, story, and game system while staying true to the franchises 2D feel.

'1701 A.D.' - v1.04 Patch Available NOW

by Rainier on July 25, 2008 @ 9:35 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Weigh anchor, sail the seven seas, explore new continents and foreign cultures. Demonstrate your strategic skills, business acumen and diplomatic finesse. Revel in the jubilant cheers of your people – but don't disappoint them.

'Saints Row 2' (ALL) Adds Porn Star Tera Patrick As Special Producer

by Rainier on July 25, 2008 @ 6:45 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

THQ's Saints Row 2 offers vastly expanded customization options, a totally transformed and expanded city of Stilwater, new vehicles, sandbox tools and toys as well as both online co-op and competitive multiplayer. Adult film star Tera Patrick has started work on Saints Row 2 as a "special producer," bringing her one-of-a-kind touch to the project. Tera will also be making a special appearance at THQ's Comic Con booth this Saturday, where she'll meet with fans and sign exclusive Saints Row 2 art.

'Diablo III' - New Screens

by Rainier on July 25, 2008 @ 6:35 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

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.

'Castlevania: Order of Ecclesia' (NDS) - New Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on July 25, 2008 @ 6:22 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

You play as a member of the Ecclesia, an organization that has sworn to defeat the evil forces of Dracula. Use the brand new Glyph attack system which has more than 100 different combinations to battle Dracula and his minions throughout 20 explorable areas, intense side quests and collect items to power up your character.

Obsidian Entertainment Working on Muliplatform RTS Title

by Rainier on July 25, 2008 @ 6:19 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Obsidian Entertainment, known for Neverwinter Nights 2/Knights of the Old Republic II and currently working on Alpha Protocol/Alien for SEGA, is apparently straying away from its RPG roots as a job recruitment page reveals the former Black Isle Studios people are working on a yet unannounced multiplatform (PS3, X360, PC) RTS title.

'Wario Land: Shake It!' (Wii) - 17 New Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on July 25, 2008 @ 5:27 a.m. PDT | Filed under News

Wario Land: Shake It! is a classic side-scroller for the Wii starring Wario, the smelly, bad-mannered alter ego of Mario. With the Wii Remote controller turned sideways like an old-school controller, veterans and newcomers alike can run, jump and smash their way through hectic side-scrolling stages.