Mass Effect is a science-fiction action-RPG created by BioWare, previously known for Jade Empire, KotoR and Neverwinter Nights. Mass Effect will deliver an immersive story driven gameplay experience with stunning visual fidelity. The Limited Collector's Edition will include a Galactic Codex: Essentials novel, A Future Imagined art book and a 2nd DVD with exclusive videos.

Clive Barker's Jericho is a squad-based horror FPS devised by the master mythmaker, novelist and filmmaker Clive Barker. The Jericho Team is a seven-man strike force that protects government interests from paranormal threats. Next up in the series is Corp. Simone Cole, who is a reality hacker.

ND Games announces 9th Company: Roots of Terror, a new action-oriented RTS developed by Lesta Studios, creators of Pacific Storm, using their brand new proprietary engine.

Savage 2: A Tortured Soul mixes RTS with FPS, allowing players to to opt for either the fast-paced action of a shooter game, or the more tactical planning of a real-time strategy game, with squad-based features and enhanced RPG elements enabling players to build their character level and abilities throughout the game.

Gran Turismo 5 Prologue, a prequel to the full GT 5 release, will be available for download, and on Blu-ray. GT 5 Prologue will sport improved AI, and for the first time include multiplayer up to 16 cars, with integrated with online features, such as a profile editor and an online event calendar.

KartRider fuses the thrill of addicting, old-school multiplayer kart riding mayhem with innovative track design customization options, millions of uniquely created character personalities and endless kart modifications. As promised, Nexon America has launched the open beta client. Sign up now!

Namco Bandai's One Piece: Unlimited Adventure, based on the animated TV series, will make its exclusive debut on the Wii. Join Captain Monkey D. Luffy and the rest of the Straw Hat Pirates as they embark on a search for the ultimate treasure in this all new original quest.

A recent study by Virtual Worlds Management revealed that venture capital, technology and media firms have invested more than $1 billion dollars in 35 virtual worlds companies in the past 12 months, ranging from Walt Disney, CBS and Time Warner to Intel.

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:

• Conan [PS3/X360] - Making Of Trailer
• Need for Speed ProStreet [ALL] - Social Features Trailer
• Geometry Wars: Galaxies [NDS/Wii] - Trailer #3
• Trauma Center: New Blood [Wii] - Trailer #2
• Fracture [ALL] - Terrain Deformation Trailer
• Söldner-X: Himmelsstürmer [PS3/PC] - Trailer
• Beowulf [ALL] - Game Story Trailer
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The Orange Box will be available via Steam and at retail outlets beginning next Wednesday, Oct. 10th. In preparation for launch, Valve has begun pre-loading both Portal and Half-Life 2: Ep. Two to those who have pre-purchased The Orange Box. The pre-purchase campaign, available via Steam and at participating retailers, grants gamers access to the Team Fortress 2 beta and a 10% discount off the regular price of $49.95.