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Wednesday, June 30, 2010

Need for Speed Hot Pursuit Hits the Streets on a Nationwide Seven US City Tour

 Need for Speed Hot Pursuit
Experience the Intensity of Cops versus Racers in the Ultimate Racing Videogame for the Connected Generation. Need for Speed Hot Pursuit On Tour, a seven-city event that will take this year’s hottest racing videogame directly to fans before its release in November.

Total War returns to Samurai warfare

Total War returns to Samurai warfareShogun 2: Total War, the sixth installment of The Creative Assembly’s multi award-winning Total War strategy franchise on PC. Shogun 2: Total War returns to Feudal Japan 10 years after the release of the original Shogun: Total War, and sees Creative Assembly using a wealth of new ideas and development experience to make Shogun 2 the revolutionary strategy game that their first title has proven to be.

PES Pro Evolution Soccer 2010 out now on iPhone and iPod Touch

PES Pro Evolution Soccer 2010Konami Digital Entertainment today announced its hugely popular Pro Evolution Soccer series is now available for the iPhone and iPod touch. Already a massive success on home gaming consoles, Pro Evolution Soccer 2010 will feature realistic soccer game play designed to set the new standard for on-the-go gaming.

Storm over the Pacific Is Updated Some new events, map improvements, and some AI tweaks complement this popular new release - download link

Comprehensive 1.02 update for their newly released Pacific theater strategy game Storm over the Pacific!

The update includes a handful of new events, corrected OOBs and maps, and several AI improvements with particular attention to improving the use of naval power in the defense of coastlines and in securing Guadalcanal. The update also corrects a bug for disappearing units in the China 1941 campaign, a few CTD issues, and some other bugs.

Tuesday, June 29, 2010

'Angry Viking' Video Game Has Invaded The App Store!

Angry Viking logo
Danish start-up and Indie developer, Zaxis Games, has just unleashed the Angry Viking on the App Store. In this launch title with gruesome killing, it is your objective to hack ’n’ slash your way through villages of innocent peasants and knights! Sharpen your axe, because the Viking is here to stay, angry and hungry for blood. Nor man nor beast shall be left alive!

'Darksiders: Hell Book Edition' video game to come to PC

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THQ (UK) Ltd. today confirms that the highly anticipated action adventure title Darksiders is scheduled to arrive on Windows PC on September 24th 2010 with a special Hell Book edition.

The Hell Book edition of Darksiders contains many items to excite both fans of Darksiders and PC gamers alike including a comic book and art cards created by legendary comic book artist, Joe Madueira and a soundtrack CD.

'The Mummy' MMO video game to be released for PC!

The Mummy Online logo
Exit Games, the leading provider of multi-platform online game engines and services, today announced that its network engine, Photon, has been selected by the global leader in browser-based gaming, Bigpoint (http://bigpoint.com). Photon was chosen to power the online features in a game based on Universal’s hit film franchise ‘The Mummy’.

Frima Studio Launching Two Doses of Widgets Odyssey This Summer!

Widgets Odyssey logo
Fans of puzzle-platfomers, prepare for lift off! Frima Studio, a leading Canadian multiplatform game developer based in Quebec, announced today that Widgets Odyssey will be landing on the PlayStation Store for download in North America on July 6th. As a PlayStation Mini title, playable on both the PlayStation 3 computer entertainment system and PSP (PlayStation Portable) system, Widgets Odyssey will take players on the first of two interstellar puzzle adventures that will continue in Widgets Odyssey 2, also launching later this summer.

'Disciples III: Renaissance' Video Game Goes Gold

Disciples screenshot
Kalypso Media and Akella are pleased to announce that Disciples III: Renaissance, the turn-based tactical RPG with deep strategic elements, has gone gold today. The game, which features three unique factions squaring off in a quest to capture an artifact of immense power, is set for retail release in North America on July 13, 2010 for Windows PC. For more information about Disciples III: Renaissance, please visit www.disciples3.com.

Guitar Hero latest news

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Axe shredding rockaholics, virtual mix maestros and all of their friends will come together and party this weekend with new downloadable content for Activision Publishing Inc.’s Guitar Hero and DJ Hero. Available today and featuring some of the biggest hits from global pop sensations such as Lady Gaga, Pussycat Dolls, Rihanna, Duran Duran and Maroon 5, the Pop 1 Track Pack for the Guitar Hero Music Library and the DJ Hero Dance Party Mix Pack will provide hours of nonstop, party rockin', beat blastin’ entertainment for everyone to enjoy.

'Magic World: Grand Party' video game for 2nd Anniversary

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For hearty support from its players, Magic World has enjoyed wide popularity over last two years. And at this very moment of its 2nd anniversary, it steps up to a new level, with the release of new expansion Nirvana and the opening of new serve of Moonlight. To mark this milestone, the publisher Ingle Games is going to hold a variety of hot events within the Magic World. You can join this grand party by taking part in following events, starting from July 1st:

Natsume To Exhibit Upcoming Lineup At The Anime Expo This Week

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Natsume Inc., a worldwide developer and publisher of family-oriented video games, announced today that the company will be exhibiting some of its key 2010 titles at the Anime Expo from Thursday, July 1st, through Sunday, July 4th.

The company's booth is located at 1201 in the South Hall. Media and consumers are welcome to stop by and check out the hands-on demos during the 4-day show.

Independence Day to be celebrated on online golf video game 'Pangya'

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Ntreev USA, a leading online game developer and publisher, announced today it will launch Independence Day special events for Pangya starting June 30th. Players can participate in a 4th of July Scavenger Hunt Celebration where they will hunt for Card Remover Gift Boxes scattered across Pangya island, and the first-ever fan art comic contest invites players to depict their favorite characters celebrating the 4th of July! To participate in all of the Pangya fun, players can visit http://Pangya.ntreev.net/.

'8-bit Girlfriend' video game released on XBox 360

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8-bit Girlfriend is a comedy-dating simulator that was released on the indie section of the 360 marketplace on Sunday. It has been described as the closest thing to dating Princess Peach this side of the 360. You take the role of a 'retro knight' and attempt to court four retro RPG beauties. These are the Princess, Elf, Thief and Item Shop Girl. You must pick the correct dialogue screen to progress or you end up with Sir Knight failing in a rather spectacular fashion.

Video game 'Miner Wars' closed beta testing and new screens

Miner Wars screenshot
Dear Space Shooter fans,

today is the another special day for us. We have decided to start the single-player closed beta testing phase. We are inviting all our loyal fans that received any medal award and all the players that have won our best 24 pilots competition. In addition to that we will continue inviting every person that will receive a medal for any contribution to the game.

Close Combat – Last Stand Arnhem video game announced - release date July 2010

soldiers in black and whiteClose Combat – Last Stand Arnhem is a highly enhanced new release of Close Combat, using the latest Close Combat engine with many additional improvements. Its design is based on the critically acclaimed Close Combat – A Bridge Too Far, originally developed by Atomic Games, as well as the more recent Close Combat: The Longest Day.

APB All Points Bulletin video game released - Get Tough on the Streets of San Paro in the Year's Hottest Online Action Game

apb girl in bikiniAPB: All Points Bulletin is on sale in North America and has shipped to retailers around the world. APB will be available to buy at retail in Europe on July 1 and in the UK on July 2.

Monday, June 28, 2010

Lost in Shadow video game on Nintendo Wii

lost in shadowLost In Shadow - a striking vision that follows a shadow of a boy as he attempts to climb around and up a mystical tower. Along the way, players must solve mysteries, puzzles and fight off enemies that try to impede the boy’s progress. Published by Hudson Entertainment, the North and South American publishing arm of HUDSON SOFT, Lost In Shadow will be exclusive to Wii.

The Sims 3 fast lane video game on PC and Mac

Assassin’s Creed Brotherhood video game - BAFTA nominated 2011

assassins creed brotherhoodAssassin’s Creed Brotherhood, the next iteration of the critically acclaimed, multi-million unit selling franchise. Assassin’s Creed Brotherhood will ship late 2010 for the Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, the PLAYSTATION 3 computer entertainment system and the PC. Assassin’s Creed Brotherhood is a worldwide production effort led by the Ubisoft Montreal Studio in collaboration with Ubisoft studios in Singapore, Bucharest, Québec City and Annecy (known for developing Splinter Cell Chaos Theory’s Multiplayer).

MDK2 on WiiWare and MDK2 HD on PC

It is a great pleasure to announce that we are returning to the adventures of Kurt Hectic, Dr. Hawkins and the 6-legged gun-toting robotic dog Max., said Hervé Caen, CEO of Interplay. "MDK2 was a great title to work on and we're happy to have some of the original team working on these new versions" seconded Trent Oster, co-Founder of Beamdog.

Video Game 'Ball Fighter' to be released in the European Nintendo DSiWare!

Ball Fighter artwork
Teyon, a Polish video games developer and publisher, revealed today that their exciting puzzle game Ball Fighter, after a well reception in the U.S., is heading to the European Nintendo DSiWare. It will be available in the Nintendo DSi Shop starting from July 2nd 2010 with the price at 500 Nintendo DSi Points.

Bigpoint.com publishes RTS video game 'World of Battles'

World of Battles screenshot

Six Flags announces launch of new video game for Facebook

Mascot Park ad
Six Flags Entertainment, the world’s largest regional theme park company, today announced the launch of its newest adventure, Mascot Park for Facebook. Mascot Park delivers fun for gamers of all ages who are looking for more social interaction, creativity and zany antics in their daily playtime. Fun seekers can start their own Mascot Park mayhem by going to facebook.com/mascotpark.

'Animal Color Cross' video game to be brought to Nintendo DSi

Animal Color Cross screenshot
Little Worlds Studio, a family-oriented game developer, is proud to announce that Animal Color Cross will be available for download on June 28th on Nintendo DSi system for 500 Nintendo DSi Points.

The first English version of the game trailer is posted here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SYO-fdsIZvg
High Resolution media material is available here: http://www.color-cross.com/Press/DSi

Interplay and Beamdog Announce 'MDK2' video game on WiiWare and 'MDK2 HD' on PC!

MDK2 box-art
“It is a great pleasure to announce that we are returning to the adventures of Kurt Hectic, Dr. Hawkins and the 6-legged gun-toting robotic dog Max.”, said Hervé Caen, CEO of Interplay. "MDK2 was a great title to work on and we're happy to have some of the original team working on these new versions" seconded Trent Oster, co-Founder of Beamdog.

Gladiator Begins video game for the PSP

Gladiator Begins video gameMarcus Aurelius Antoninus was the last of the "Five Good Emperors". He was gifted with a brilliant mind, and his influence brought peace, both at home and abroad. However, as Marcus entered his final years, the question of succession was raised, and tempers flared.

Hexius video game arrives on iPad!

Hexius, the unique and fast-paced action-puzzle game from Phasic Labs, has had another major update.

The new update brings the addictive iPhone puzzle game to your iPad with HD graphics, for no extra cost!

Features of Hexius
  • Time Attack Mode - connect matching hexagons as fast as possible, until time runs out – the faster you play, the higher the score multiplier goes!
  • Level Challenge Mode - collect all the targets to move onto progressively harder levels. The faster you go, the more time is carried over to the next level – find out how far can you go before time runs out!
  • Strategy Mode - take your time to score as highly as you can in 30 moves, making strategic use of your Multiplier bonuses.

LEGO Harry Potter: Years 1 -4 kicks Red Dead Redemption off top of UK video games chart

LEGO Harry Potter1 LEGO HARRY POTTER: YEARS 1-4 WARNER BROS. INTERACTIVE
2 RED DEAD REDEMPTION ROCKSTAR
3 SUPER MARIO GALAXY 2 NINTENDO
4 2010 FIFA WORLD CUP SOUTH AFRICA EA SPORTS
5 NAUGHTY BEAR 505 GAMES

Dead Rising 2 launch date confirmed - the game will be released on October 1st 2010

the sexy twins in low cut dresses
Capcom today confirmed that one of this year’s most hotly anticipated titles, Dead Rising 2, is set for release throughout Europe on October 1st. Sequel to the million plus seller, Dead Rising, and set in the gambling paradise of Fortune City, Dead Rising 2 introduces new main character, Chuck Greene, and delivers 1000s more zombies with even more ways to defeat them as players try to survive for 72 hours in this darkly comedic, no holds-barred action title.

Sunday, June 27, 2010

'The Third Chapter' 3rd Strike session/tournament to be held in Glasgow's ESC-Games on July 1st!

The Third Chapter poster
Date: 1st July 2010
Venue: ESC Games, 166 Hope St, Glasgow, Scotland, G2 2TJ
Time: 6pm - 11pm (Tournament scheduled to begin around 8pm
Price: £2
Game: Street Fighter III: 3rd Strike
Platform: PS2 (NTSC/J)
Tournament Format: Double-elimination - Best of 5 rounds - Best of 3 games (grand finals best of 5 games)
Prizes: Ready-Up T-Shirt and Street Fighter II Mousou Sound Keychain

'Guitar Hero' video game for iPhone gets Rolling Stones song pack

Guitar Hero Rolling Stones
Hot on the heels of the successful release of Guitar Hero for iPhone and iPod touch, Activision Publishing, Inc. announced today that ABKCO Records’ Rolling Stones song pack featuring “Gimme Shelter,” “(I Can’t Get No) Satisfaction” and “Honky Tonk Women” is now available for purchase through the in-game app.

'Yard Sale Hidden Treasures: Sunnyville' video game now available on Nintendo Wii/DS and PC

Yard Sale Hidden Treasures: Sunnyville screenshot
Konami Digital Entertainment today announced that Yard Sale Hidden Treasures: Sunnyville, for Nintendo DS, Nintendo WiiWare and Windows PC download via Steam is now available. A seek and find puzzle game, Yard Sale challenges players to scavenge local yard sales to find the perfect décor for their dream home.

PlayStation Plus premium version explained - what will you get?

What will your $49.99 annual or $17.99 three month subscription get you? The PlayStation Plus launches on 29th June. If you take the year subscription Sony will give you the first three months free, including HD games like Wipeout HD and mini PS one classics to download and keep. Plus episodes of Qore the interactive game show. Members will be allowed to download complete games and play for up to one hour before deciding to purchase, or not.

Celtic Lore: Sidhe Hills Game Preview

Mystic story of the game is inspired by ancient celtic legends and submerges into the enchanting atmosphere of Old Ireland. The game is a casual adventure with elements of hidden object and a lot of minigames.

'Rhiannon: La Maledizione dei Quattro Rami' Now Available for Download

Gli sviluppatori Gallesi di avventure grafiche per PC, gli Arberth Studios, hanno annunciato che la versione in lingua Italiana del loro spettrale gioco mistero in prima persona 'Rhiannon: La Maledizione dei Quattro Rami' è ora disponibile ai giocatori per il download dal loro sito web.

Kindle Price Cut & Exclusive LEGO Harry Potter Game Bundle


This week, Target has sizzling tech deals to kick-start your summer for less. Guests can take advantage of exclusive values, from Kindle to video games and throughout the entire electronics department.

Saturday, June 26, 2010

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DOFUS Frigost Episode 1 out now Episode 1: Mysteries and snowballs

dofus updateWho really is this mysterious Count Harebourg that everyone is talking about? Why did he need so much of Sakai's minerals? And just what was the machine he was hoping to repair?
What other mysteries does the island of Frigost hide beneath its wintry veil? What new secrets will there be for you to poke your bunged-up noses into?

Naughty Bear - Intensive Care Bears - video game trailer

nurses in stockings attending to naughty bear in bedNaughty Bear Intensive Care Bears video game trailer. Nurses in stockings and doctors attend the wounded and injured bears.

Friday, June 25, 2010

Artix Entertainment announces distribution deal for F2P MMO EpicDuel with Heyzap’s 220,000 video game sites

Artix Entertainment logoArtix Entertainment, a small, independent game development studio that creates hit F2P (Free-to-Play) games played by over 100 million people, today announced today it has entered into a distribution deal with Heyzap. Artix’s hit F2P MMO EpicDuel will now be playable – still for free – on over 220,000 websites in the Heyzap global network of sites.

Manage, Trade and Fight in 'SAGA Online' video game

SAGA Online screenshotThe free-to-play real-time strategy game SAGA Online from Silverlode Interactive is set in a continuous online world with a traditional fantasy setting populated by characters such as elves, orcs, dragons, dwarfs, and giants. Players get to create their own realms and do battle or trade with one another. Two main aspects dominate gameplay in SAGA Online.

Video game 'Mytheon' to be brought to Europe

Mytheon screenshotUTV True Games, an international publisher of multi-player online games, today announced it has signed a partnership with gamigo a leading free-to-play European MMO publisher to bring Mytheon, an online multiplayer action RPG with strategic gameplay, to Europe. gamigo will exclusively publish, distribute and operate UTV True Games' Mytheon (http://www.MytheonGame.com.), across European territories.

Vehicles introduced on 'Planet Calypso' video game

Planet Calypso logo
First Planet Company, developer and publisher of the largest real money Massively Multiplayer Online Game, announced today the newest version is available for download. This update introduces vehicles for the first time on Planet Calypso.

With this new Vehicle system, the whole community now has the opportunity to build vehicles. Players can take their friends on a road trip cruising through the varied landscapes or even take a joyride along the coast.

'WWII Online: Battleground Europe' Video Game Version 1.31 Goes Live

Battleground Europe screenshot
In a continuing effort to enhance the gaming experiences to be had in the award-winning MMOG "WWIIOL:Battleground Europe" (www.battlegroundeurope.com) and attract new players, Playnet Inc and Cornered Rat Software have poured thousands of development hours into Version 1.31, one of the game's most ambitious and well-received updates in their long history. The development team was already deep into the code, art and production for 1.31 when it was publicly announced in the summer of 2009. After several months of closed and open Beta testing, v1.31 went live on the 9th anniversary of the game's initial launch.

'Deadball Specialist Lite' video game is out now on the App Store for iPhone!

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Full Fat Games is proud to announce the release of ‘Deadball Specialist LITE’ which is now available on the App Store.

'Deadball Specialist' – The #1 in ball control!

Try and curl in the most outrageous shots from all over the pitch... it's easy to pick up, but can you Master it?

Full Version features:

Official Need for Speed World Episode 02 video game trailer

need for speed lamboOfficial Need for Speed World Episode 02 video game trailer. Need for Speed World brings together best in class action racing with an unparalleled social experience. For the first time in a racing game, players will be able to compete against any one of their friends, family or pick from thousands of top ranked players to challenge in intense online battles and police pursuits across 150 miles of sprawling open world.

NCAA Football 11 HD iPhone 4 Retina display Fact Sheet


FASTER. BETTER. BRIGHTER. DESIGNED JUST FOR iPHONE 4! Get the pure passion and true intensity of real college football along with the stunning visual impact of the Retina Display. Represent your school and lead them to glory in the BCS National Championship. With rules and plays reflecting the real NCAA Division 1 experience, play the game the way it’s meant to be played – now in amazing HD!
green day sitting at skysraper window with rock band poster behindThe Green Day: Rock Band track list includes a collection of greatest hits and fan favorites, including two of the band’s most iconic albums: Dookie and American Idiot. A third album, 21st Century Breakdown, can also be played in its entirety when paired with the six tracks from that album already available as download content in the Rock Band Music Store for Rock Band and Rock Band 2.

Official Spare Parts video game trailer PlayStation 3 Xbox 360

spare parts robots in gardenOfficial Spare Parts video game trailer PS3 X360. Spare Parts tells the story of courageous robots Mar-T and Chip, who find themselves dumped out with the trash on a strange planet. Working together in co-op mode (either local or online), the mechanical duo must find a way to repair an abandoned space ship and escape the planet before evil Lord Krung can dispatch his henchmen to destroy them.

Final Fantasy XIV not on Xbox 360 due to problems with Xbox LIVE!

Final Fantsy XIV will be exclusive to PC and PlayStation 3, Square-Enix didn't want it that way but the closed Xbox LIVE set-up has forced them to make that decision.

This follows the cancellation on Champions Online by Cryptic Studios again due to issues with Xbox LIVE.

Tiger Woods PGA Tour Online Whistling Straits New course preview

Whistling Straits, the home of the 2010 PGA Championship is now available for Members! Enjoy the perks of being a Member, and tee off on the newest course right now! TEE OFF NOW.

KaromatiX: The Broken World - The Match 3 games is now available online!

KaromatiX: The Broken WorldHelp the beautiful princess Yaskene to restore her magic broken world. Take a journey through 120 levels of this match 3 game in many strange worlds in a another dimension.

Clear each level by shooting colored stones against each other. If three or more stones of the same color comes together, they will explode and disappear.

Thursday, June 24, 2010

Konami Licenses Epic Games' Unreal Engine 3 for Saw II: The Game

saw video game
Based on the fictional universe of the "Saw" movie series, "Saw II" takes place between the first two films and introduces a new twist on Jigsaw's sinister traps and puzzles in the most intense look into the "Saw" universe ever. "Saw II" features a new combat system, clever ways to fight off enemies using the environment, and highly realistic graphics powered by the latest Unreal Engine 3 technology.

Disciples 3 Empire faction video game fact sheet

In Disciples III's mystical land of Nevendaar, three factions face off against one another for control of the world -- The Empire, The Legions of the Damned and the Elven Alliance. Each faction is fighting for a specific cause, be it complete domination of Nevendaar, or simply maintaining the balance between good and evil.