Video Game 'Legends Of Aethereus' Receives Kickstarter Campaign

ThreeGates today announced a Kickstarter campaign to raise $25,000 for its forthcoming co-op Hack-n-Slash Action game, Legends of Aethereus. The game successfully completed a closed beta over the past month as it ramps up the polish phase in preparation for launch. But polish and the additional time to make the game great is expensive and ThreeGates is asking the community to show their support so when the game goes live, it’s as fun and high-quality as possible. To support the project, please visit: http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/460738485/legends-of-aethereus-co-op-hack-n-slash-action-gam

'Tryst' Video Game RTS Coming To A PC Near You!

BlueGiant Interactive is excited to announce their upcoming title Tryst (www.trystgame.com)  Tryst is an RTS game set in the distant future where humans find themselves at war with a mechanical alien race known as the Zali. In Tryst, the player takes command of one of these two factions as they wage war on a distant world where their opponent won’t be all that’s vying for their attention!

Unity 4 Video Game Engine Announced!

Unity Technologies, provider of the Unity multi-platform engine and development tools, is excited to announce Unity 4, the next generation of the Unity development platform. The launch of Unity 4 demonstrates the platform’s AAA push that levels the playing field between the largest and the smallest studios, enabling anyone from the most indie game designer to the biggest multinational AAA studios to develop amazing groundbreaking games, and effortlessly deploy to multiple platforms. Customers who pre-order Unity 4 will be offered early access to the Unity 4 beta.

Hitman Absolution dedicated website launched - PC PS3 X360

2012 marks the return of Agent 47 in Hitman: Absolution, the fifth game in the Hitman series from IO Interactive and we want to kick-start the celebrations by inviting you to join an exclusive society.

Mortal Kombat Season Pass for discount add-ons - PS3 X360

Mortal Kombat Season Pass will offer Mortal Kombat fans an added incentive to buy all four new Add-on warriors at one time for a reduced price instead of when purchasing them individually. The first Mortal Kombat downloadable warrior, Skarlet, will be available for download starting June 21st and will be followed by Kenshi, Rain, and an unannounced new entrant to the Mortal Kombat tournament! Each warrior will come with a full move set, a ladder arcade story ending and two fatalities.

"Elements of War" Video Game Heads into Battle

Kalypso Media, a global publisher of award-winning PC and console games, is pleased to announce Elements of War, its real-time strategy game where players' armies use both conventional and climate-control weapons to devastate the enemy, has gone gold and will be released to North American retail outlets and via digital distribution on April 12. In Elements of War, players will take charge of a wide variety of military units, from modern helicopters and battle tanks, to futuristic weaponry such as powered exoskeletons, EMP generating vehicles and lightning-throwing planes as they battle across a torn and tattered near-future United States.

Rixty Announces March Madness Bonus, Biggest Video Game Promo in Company History

Rixty, the leading cash-based alternative payment platform for online games, virtual goods and digital content, today announced a March Madness promotion. Beginning today and running until April 17th, any user who purchases $25 or more in Rixty cash will instantly receive an additional $5 for free!

Rixty can be used for online spending in over 1,000 of the hottest online games, social networks, and streaming audio and video sites.

Aeria Games Reveals Closed Beta Date for Video Game 'Metal Assault'

Aeria Games, a leading global publisher of free-to-play online games, today revealed the Closed Beta date for its latest action shooter title. Metal Assault is scheduled to open its battlefields to Closed Beta participants on April 1. Interested players can still sign up for a Closed Beta invite at Metal Assault’s Official Website (http://metalassault.aeriagames.com). Here players will also find an arsenal of Metal Assault goodies; read mercenary bios, learn mission details, download fun wallpapers, and watch epic videos highlighting Metal Assault’s explosive gameplay.

Mortal Kombat video game web site launched

An all-new website for the highly-anticipated Mortal Kombat, releasing in 2011 for PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360. A first for the franchise, www.themortalkombat.com will showcase five legendary characters including Scorpion, Sub-Zero and Mileena, giving fans an unprecedented look into their unique history and backgrounds. The site will also feature a full arsenal of kommunity features including: MKasts, discussion boards and kombat chat.  The site will be updated every Monday in conjunction with Mortal Mondays.

RSPCA launches 'Think Pig' video game on Facebook

The Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (RSPCA) has launched a social game on Facebook to promote the core messages of their THINK PIG campaign in an entertaining and engaging way. The THINK PIG campaign uses a fun Facebook word game to raise awareness of the standards in which pigs are reared. As well as being entertained, players will learn what labels to look out for to buy higher welfare products in the supermarket. The RSPCA is reaching a new audience through this casual gaming approach.

The game, a word quiz that challenges Facebook users to rack up scores against their Facebook friends, includes competitive and engaging features to spread the RSPCA campaign’s message.

'Lost Horizon' video game now available for download!

Deep Silver, the games label of Koch Media, a worldwide producer and distributor of digital entertainment products, announced today that Lost Horizon, their epic point and click adventure title, is now available for purchase through digital download.

It’s 1936 and agents of the Third Reich roam the world seeking powerful artifacts to aid in their quest for world domination. Fenton Paddock, former soldier turned rogue smuggler is pulled into a web of intrigue and adventure when he is tasked with finding a lost expedition, deep in the Himalayas. On his journey, he discovers that the Nazis are seeking the greatest secrets of humankind – located in the fabled city of Shambala! Now, Fenton must not only find the lost expedition, but stop the Nazis and save the world!

ShopTo brings gaming goodness to MCM Expo

Online videogame and movie retailer ShopTo.net is the latest company to confirm its attendance at the upcoming London MCM Expo, which closes out the month-long London Games Festival at Excel on 29-31 October.

Visitors to the ShopTo.net stand will get the chance to check out the latest demos – including PlayStation Move, Gran Turismo 5, Guitar Hero 6 and Two Worlds 2 – on ten games pods, as well as a host of special offer promotions on the newest games.

WRC, the official videogame of the 2010 FIA World Rally Championship has a brand new website

In 2008, WRC was covered by 188 countries via 228 broadcasters, with a total audience of over 633 million plus 12 million visitors to wrc.com. 2009 will see a total of 12 rallies staged across the world in Ireland, Norway, Cyprus, Portugal, Argentina, Italy, Greece, Poland, Finland, Australia, Spain and Great Britain. For more information please visit www.wrc.com.

PlayStation 3 Owners Immerse themselves with Hudson Branded Premium Items, Mini Game and More

PlayStation 3 owners can now immerse themselves in a world of Hudson Soft as the company launches “Hudson Gate” for PlayStation Home. The portal lounge area will serve as a home-base for all things Hudson including games, virtual item shopping and product information. Within the lounge, there is also a racing match frequently conducted with “Dolphy” the virtual pet.

Stone Creek Entertainment and MTV Announce 'I WOO YOU' Social Network Video Game for Facebook

Stone Creek Entertainment, a publisher of video games, and MTV today announced I WOO YOU, a new social network game that brings digital dating and romance to Facebook. I WOO YOU is also a promotional vehicle for the MTV shows, including “The Real World” and incorporates the likes and dislikes of many of the shows’ characters.

'Trapped Dead' video game website launches!

Headup Games is pleased to announce the launch of the official website to their upcoming game Trapped Dead – the first tactical zombie survival game!

Next to general information on the game, its characters, enemies, storyline, game environment and much more, players will find manifold screenshots, artworks and a community meeting point where they can set up the last communication refuge for the living until the undead arrive.

Moshi Monsterz announces 'Moshi Bandz' kids collectible franchise based on the video game!

Mind Candy, the global developer and publisher of the popular children’s online game Moshi Monsters, which has 24 million players worldwide (www.moshimonsters.com), today announced the forthcoming launch of Moshi Bandz, a new range of collectible wristbands for kids.

'Kung Zhu' video game to be released on Nintendo DS

Activision Publishing and GameMill Publishing, Inc., in association with Cepia, LLC, announced today that Kung Zhu is coming to Nintendo DS this fall. Based on the smash hit toys, Kung Zhu lets players choose adorable hamsters, train them into ultimate warrior fighting machines, and take them to battle!

An exclusive, rough-and-tumble Kung Zhu hamster, named Tull, will come packaged as a Collector’s Edition with the initial release of Kung Zhu for Nintendo DS. Tull sports a never seen before color scheme and will be available for $34.99 MSRP.

Joy for TLBB at 'ChinaJoy' video gaming event in Shanghai

Cosplay girls, spectacular stages and one beautiful game. How one of China’s most successful MMOs managed to capture the eye of thousands of visitors at the 2010 ChinaJoy spectacle.

On a weekend where most Chinese modelling agencies can rest assured that business will be open as usual for at least another year, the Far East’s version of E3 was swarming with thousands of visitors surrounded by some of the best games on the Asian market.

How to create a Japanese PlayStation Network Account! Loads of Free PSP video game downloads from Japanese publishers

Many players familiar with Sony's PlayStation Store already will probably have noticed that the downloadable content, including updates, demos and game trailers is fairly sparse. Many great PSP games released in the US or Europe often take a very long time to become localised, if even released outside of Japan. This was always an issue, even years ago with RPGs released on the Super Nintendo or PlayStation 1, however, times have changed, and we can access PlayStation Store content from any of the stores worldwide. To find out how, read on below...