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PC Preview - 'Law & Order: Justice is Served'

by Judy on Oct. 1, 2004 @ 3:20 a.m. PDT | Filed under Previews

Law & Order: Justice is Served immerses players in a murder mystery involving a young female tennis star. Featuring two phases of exciting & challenging gameplay, players join their favorite stars from the TV show to first solve the crime and then try the case.

Xbox Preview - 'Ghost Recon 2'

by Paul Reith on Sept. 27, 2004 @ 2:06 a.m. PDT | Filed under Previews

Developed by Ubisoft's award-winning Red Storm studio, Ghost Recon 2 launches on next-generation consoles and PC this Holiday season. The game is set in the chaotic battlefields of tomorrow, and will offer gamers an insider's view of the way large scale conflicts will be fought in the near future.

PS2 Preview - 'Ghost Recon 2'

by Paul Reith on Sept. 24, 2004 @ 2:02 a.m. PDT | Filed under Previews

Developed by Ubisoft Shanghai, the PS2 version of Ghost Recon 2 is the first Clancy title to be built from the ground up for the console. This version acts as a prequel to the Xbox version, which is set in 2011. Ghost Recon 2 allows players to utilize the most high-tech, advanced weapons and gadgets to defeat the smartest, deadliest A.I. yet in an epic struggle.

PS2 Preview - 'Shadow Hearts: Covenant'

by Dru Morgan on Sept. 21, 2004 @ 1:40 a.m. PDT | Filed under Previews

Amidst the chaos of World War I over a year after the original Shadow Hearts ended, Yuri and Karin embark on an epic journey testing their power and magic skills to combat terrifying creatures and conquer the evil that Rasputin plans to unleash upon the world.

Xbox/PC Preview - 'Men of Valor'

by Thomas Wilde on Sept. 20, 2004 @ 2:40 a.m. PDT | Filed under Previews

Men of Valor: Vietnam is an historical action experience that portrays infantry combat during the Vietnam War. Men of Valor: Vietnam immerses the player in the humid jungles of Southeast Asia in the most controversial conflict of the modern era.

PC Preview - 'Full Spectrum Warrior'

by Thomas Wilde on Sept. 19, 2004 @ 2:49 a.m. PDT | Filed under Previews

Full Spectrum Warrior began as a training aid for the U.S. Army to reinforce Army doctrine and team effort within the troops. It is the most realistic portrayal of contemporary urban warfare. Players become the Squad Leader, commanding Alpha and Bravo squads. There is potential for danger down every alley, behind every window. It's not about how many kills you have, it's about getting your men home in one piece!

Xbox Preview - 'Halo 2' Part 2

by Inexhist on Sept. 18, 2004 @ 12:05 a.m. PDT | Filed under Previews

Halo 2, a sci-fi action/first-person shooter game, is a full sequel to the best-selling original and will continue the story of the Master Chief, a genetically enhanced supersoldier who is the only man who has successfully defied the Covenant, a coalition of alien races on a murderous march toward Earth. Our preview turned out way longer than we anticipated, so here is part 2, and final one, of our big indepth Halo 2 preview..

Xbox Preview - 'Halo 2' Part 1

by Inexhist on Sept. 16, 2004 @ 3:41 a.m. PDT | Filed under Previews

Halo 2, a sci-fi action/first-person shooter game, is a full sequel to the best-selling original and will continue the story of the Master Chief, a genetically enhanced supersoldier who is the only man who has successfully defied the Covenant, a coalition of alien races on a murderous march toward Earth. Our preview turned out way longer than we anticipated, so here is part 1 of our big indepth Halo 2 preview..

PS2 Preview - 'The Incredibles'

by Thomas Wilde on Sept. 15, 2004 @ 2:46 a.m. PDT | Filed under Previews

The Incredibles tells the story of a family of undercover superheroes that are trying to live a quiet, suburban life, but are forced back into action in order to save the world. Use your superpowers against bombs, bullets, robots, and lasers. Your enemy controls them all. The only way to survive being The Incredibles is to truly be incredible.

Xbox Preview - 'SNK vs. Capcom: SVC Chaos'

by Thomas Wilde on Sept. 14, 2004 @ 2:20 a.m. PDT | Filed under Previews

The clash between the popular characters of SNK and CAPCOM comes to the Xbox. This time SNK takes the baton from the previously released "Capcom vs SNK" to again bring players the dream match of fighting games, all with the unique SNK touch. An incredible clash of 36 characters from world famous SNK and Capcom franchises such as Fatal Fury, Samurai Shodown, The King of Fighters and Street Fighter.

PC Preview - 'S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Shadow of Chernobyl' Multiplayer

by Thomas Wilde on Sept. 14, 2004 @ 1:20 a.m. PDT | Filed under Previews

S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Shadow of Chernobyl brings to life the actual Chernobyl terrain in the year 2012 - six years after a mysterious second explosion rocks the landscape. As a "stalker" exploring the vast "Exclusion Zone" to procure artifacts for the black market, players must survive mutant creatures, dangerous anomalous areas, competing "stalkers" and a military charged with quarantining the 30 square kilometer area.

PS2 Preview - 'Time Crisis: Crisis Zone'

by Paul Reith on Sept. 13, 2004 @ 2:29 a.m. PDT | Filed under Previews

From the developers of the hugely successful Time Crisis series, Crisis Zone is based on the classic arcade version with exclusive new features and levels for PlayStation 2 - most notably unique 'double gun-play' allowing players to choose whether to use one or two guns to blast their way to victory!

PC Preview - 'Kult: Heretic Kingdoms'

by The Cookie Snatcher on Sept. 13, 2004 @ 1:55 a.m. PDT | Filed under Previews

'Kult: Heretic Kingdoms' is a 3D isometric RPG, that combines 3D technologies and the traditional ways of isometric RPG's. 'Kult: Heretic Kingdoms' will take you from heroic fights against hideous monsters - using weapons and spells - to seeking wisdom and clues for your quests, while interacting with the many NPC's such as spirits and astral enemies.

PC Preview - 'EverQuest: Omens of War'

by Mark Crump on Sept. 12, 2004 @ 2:59 a.m. PDT | Filed under Previews

Omens of War will allow players to adventure solo, in groups, and in multiple player raids to complete "Epic Quests" and earn specialized Epic weapons to assist them in their battles. All-new character levels, items, spells, and quests will challenge the most veteran of players and a new task system will offer new players an easier way to gain experience and items.

PC Preview - 'Call of Duty: United Offensive'

by Tony "OUberLord" Mitera on Sept. 11, 2004 @ 3:41 p.m. PDT | Filed under Previews

Gamers can enlist for a second tour of duty on the intense front lines of WWII with Call of Duty: United Offensive. Delivering a compelling, all-new single player campaign filled with new weapons, character abilities and other expanded features, Call of Duty: United Offensive also offers a robust multiplayer experience introducing new maps and modes of play.

PS2 Preview - 'Neo Contra'

by Paul Reith on Sept. 9, 2004 @ 1:50 a.m. PDT | Filed under Previews

Neo Contra integrates all of the classic shooting gameplay elements that have come to define this renowned series while bringing the experience to a 3D world. Longtime fans and newcomers to the franchise will find classic, fast-paced action as they battle huge bosses who will stop at nothing to keep them from completing their mission. Players will need quick reflexes to dodge enemy attacks as well as access an arsenal of powerful weapons to defeat deadly enemies.

PC Preview - 'Space Interceptor: Project Freedom'

by Thomas Leaf on Sept. 8, 2004 @ 3:09 a.m. PDT | Filed under Previews

"Space Interceptor: Project Freedom", previously known as Project Earth 2, is a space combat game that offers adrenaline pumping gameplay coupled with stunning graphics. The campaign is built around an original storyline that features several unexpected twists and turns. A stand alone tutorial mode and a simple, intuitive user interface let you immerse yourself in the game world without irritating delays.

PS2 Preview - 'Gungrave: Overdose'

by Thomas Wilde on Sept. 7, 2004 @ 1:54 a.m. PDT | Filed under Previews

Beyond-The-Grave, our favorite undead-Mafioso-turned-almost-good-guy, is back to kick ass against the Corsione family and prevent them from using the Seed to gain control of the world.

PC Preview - 'Torrente'

by Tony "OUberLord" Mitera on Sept. 7, 2004 @ 1:22 a.m. PDT | Filed under Previews

Get ready to take on the role of Spain’s most notorious police officer, Torrente. based on the top-grossing films of the same name, Torrente is a fascist, sexist, racist, drunk, and dirty cop who soon finds himself caught in the crossfire between drug cartels and the Mafia. Now he must blast his way through street thugs and hit men battling for control over Madrid’s seedy underworld.

PC Preview - 'Shade: Wrath of Angels'

by The Cookie Snatcher on Sept. 6, 2004 @ 2:40 a.m. PDT | Filed under Previews

In 'Shade: Wrath of Angels' you take on the role of a secretive ex-military mercenary, who receives a letter from his brother asking to meet him in an old Eastern European town. Once there the player finds the town strangely quiet - until he discovers dead bodies, frighten soldiers and scientists running away from the town.