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'Heroes of Might and Magic 5' - Screens

by Rainier on Jan. 1, 2006 @ 1:30 a.m. PST | Filed under E3 - E3 2005 May 18th

The first game to reintroduce the Might & Magic universe to the public will be Heroes of Might and Magic V. Gamers will delve into a more mature, consistent fantasy universe that will appeal to fans of all fantasy genres. One of the most successful turn-based strategy franchises, the Heroes of Might and Magic series, with its distinctive touch of RPG, is a benchmark in the Heroic Fantasy genre, with considerable commercial and critical acclaim. The new game will benefit from the features and characteristics that established the success of the initial saga while offering a wealth of innovations such

'Stargate SG-1: The Alliance' (PS2/Xbox/PC) - Screens

by Rainier on Jan. 1, 2006 @ 1:30 a.m. PST | Filed under Misc Events - StarGate SG-1: The Alliance

JoWooD's Stargate SG-1: The Alliance is the spectacular interactive game experience that puts players in the action-packed universe of the Stargate SG-1 TV series. The title is scheduled for release in late 2005 for all major platforms.

'Metroid Prime Pinball' (NDS) - Screens

by Rainier on Jan. 1, 2006 @ 1:30 a.m. PST | Filed under E3 - E3 2005 May 18th

Samus Aran's entry into the bumper-and-flipper world is a sleek, sci-fi classic gaming adventure that has her careening into gigantic boss monsters and bouncing through a variety of exciting pinball tables. Play tables across two screens at the same time using the touch screen to nudge the pinball table. Battle deadly enemies and experience a number of special modes such as Clone Machine Multiball and the Wall-Jump Challenge while you blast and bomb your high score into a state of pure pinball pandemonium.

'Sphere' - Screens

by Rainier on Jan. 1, 2006 @ 1:30 a.m. PST | Filed under E3 - Pre - E3 2004

Sphere, PC: Sphere is a Massive Multiplayer Online Role Playing Game (MMORPG) that immerses players in the world of medieval Europe where they have complete freedom to shape their own destiny. Absorbed into the universe created by a rouge monk, players find themselves forced to adapt to a new, hostile world. Sphere's huge continents are crammed with NPCs, monsters and other players inhabiting every square foot of the world. Within the universe of Sphere, cities protect players and are used as main trade and political centers, with markets offering goods, weapons, potions, miscellaneous items and alchemy components. There are dozens

'Rig’n’Roll' - Screens

by Rainier on Jan. 1, 2006 @ 1:30 a.m. PST | Filed under E3 - Pre - E3 2004

Rig’n’Roll, PC: Rig’n’Roll places players in the shoes of a young man in the year 2024 as he pursues his dreams of road domination and capture the Californian cargo transportation market. Sequel to the famous Hard Truck series, Rig’n’Roll is reworked within a realistic framework, allowing players to race high-powered Semis along thousands miles of real Californian roads. Rig’n’Roll delivers players the ultimate truck driving experience with authentic models of trucks and their interiors, completely new physics and astonishing 3D graphics among numerous features. Players will outrun their opponents to deliver cargo on time or take part in truck races

'World War I' - Screens

by Rainier on Jan. 1, 2006 @ 1:30 a.m. PST | Filed under E3 - Pre - E3 2004

World War I, PC: World War I is an RTS that orders player to assume the role of commander leading the forces of Germany, Russia or Allies. Gamers must be prepared to test their military leadership skills on the battlefields of Europe during one of the most costly wars of human life in mankind’s history (1914-1918). Players will have to use tactical skills and wit to win. But victory is not only a matter of tactics as players will have to organize the baseline properly, set priorities in targets and succeed in defensive knowledge. Light cavalry will give players speed

'The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess' (NGC) - Screens

by Rainier on Jan. 1, 2006 @ 1:30 a.m. PST | Filed under E3 - E3 2005 May 18th

When an evil darkness enshrouds the land of Hyrule, a young farm boy named Link must awaken the hero...and the animal...within.

  • When Link travels to into the darkened land of Hyrule, he transforms into a wolf and must scour the land with the help of a mysterious being named Midna.
  • Ride into battle against troops of foul creatures with an incredible horseback combat system, then take on massive bosses that must

'PT Boats: Knights of the Sea' - Screens

by Rainier on Jan. 1, 2006 @ 1:30 a.m. PST | Filed under E3 - Pre - E3 2004

PT Boats: Knights of the Sea, PC: PT Boats: Knights of the Sea is a naval simulation that places gamers in charge of a mosquito fleet of the Allied Forces, Russia or Germany during the height of World War II. PT Boats: Knights of the Sea allows players to take command of a boat and control each member of the crew. Shoot down aircraft using machine guns and anti-aircraft guns, torpedo hostile destroyers and supply ships, "entertain" uninvited guests with cannon fire or plan strategic group attacks. Developed by Akella.

'Stargate SG-1: The Alliance' (PS2/Xbox/PC) - Developer Q&A

by Rainier on Jan. 1, 2006 @ 1:30 a.m. PST | Filed under Misc Events - StarGate SG-1: The Alliance

Q: How long will it take to finish the first Stargate SG-1 Game? What's the current status?

JWD : The game will be reased late 2005 and has been in development for some time now at Perception.

Q: What will be the name/title of the game?

JWD : "Stargate SG1 - The Alliance" is the official title of the game

Q: What kind of game will it be? We know it will be a FPS, but are you going to include some aspects from other genres?

JWD : Yes and no - it will be an action based game playable in first or third person.

'Gooka: The Mystery of Janatris' - Screens & Trailer

by Rainier on Jan. 1, 2006 @ 1:30 a.m. PST | Filed under E3 - Pre - E3 2004

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