Sierra Entertainment, a division of Vivendi Games, announced today that 50 Cent will reprise his role as video game hero with the upcoming sequel to the hit 2005 PlayStation 2 computer entertainment system and Xbox game with 50 Cent: Blood on the Sand. 50 Cent and G Unit's Lloyd Banks, Tony Yayo and DJ Whoo Kid will star and provide voice and likeness in the upcoming video game this fall on Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system, and PLAYSTATION 3 computer entertainment system. In this fictional story to the multi-million unit seller Bulletproof video game, players will be able … Continue reading New 50 Cent Game In The Works →

Red hot music video game Rock Band continues to fly off shelves and satisfy music fans and gamers voracious appetite for rock as more than 6 million game levels based on songs have been purchased since its launch on November 20, 2007. With an impressive weekly stream of downloadable content since launch and an unmatched offering of over 70 songs available for purchase to date, Rock Band has gone six times platinum featuring a diverse selection of artists ranging from classic rock to up and coming, emerging acts. "Thank you to the music lovers who have helped Rock Band reach … Continue reading Rock Band Music Gets Six Million Downloads →

Valve and Nunchuck Games Inc., announced today the release of Ninja Reflex: Steamworks Edition. This special PC version of Ninja Reflex is available to users of Steam, Valve's pioneering digital distribution platform. Ninja Reflex uses a series of martial arts challenges to test gamers' reflexes, sharpen their hand-eye coordination, and measure their reaction times to the millisecond. To hone their skills, players wield throwing stars, katanas, nunchucks, and even chopsticks. The game tracks player progress via belt ranks, from White Belt all the way to Black Belt, 3rd Degree. Players also learn from their Sensei how to meditate in order … Continue reading Ninja Reflex Releases On Steam →

Realore Studios announces the launch of Jane's Hotel: Family Hero, a new time management casual game. Jane's Hotel: Family Hero is a fun, new, addictive, casual game that tells the story of Jane, a young lady who must become the family's hero; she must buy back the family's hotels located all around the world. The hotels are located in the Canary Islands, England, France and Japan. After the success of the game Jane's Hotel, Realore Studios has decided to make their fans, fans of time management games, happy with the release of Jane's Hotel: Family Hero. About the Game: When … Continue reading Jane's Hotel: Family Hero Released →

Acclaim Games announces the latest content releases for 9Dragons with the new Liaodong map and Storm vs. Storm PvP event. Players of the free to play martial arts MMORPG must defeat Japanese invaders in the beautiful and challenging new Liaodong map. In the new Storm vs. Storm event, they can team up with other players to take control of the manors, and then fight to defend their territory against other teams. These amazing new game updates will give players all new and exciting challenges to test their martial arts skills! The Liaodong area expansion represents a new direction for 9Dragons … Continue reading 9Dragons Releases New PvP Content →

SEGA of America, Inc., SEGA Europe Ltd., and Marvel Entertainment, Inc. announced today that the Iron Man video game, based on the successful Marvel comic book series and the upcoming film by Marvel Studios, will feature the voice talents of Robert Downey Jr., Terence Howard and Shaun Toub. All three actors will reprise their onscreen roles of Tony Stark (Downey), Lt. Col. James "Rhodey" Rhodes (Howard), and Yinsen (Toub). The Iron Man video game launches day and date with the blockbuster movie on May 2, 2008. Iron Man, an explosive third-person action shooter game that pits one of the world's … Continue reading Iron Man Voice Actors Revealed →

SouthPeak Games today announced that "Imperium Romanum" is now available in North America. Imperium Romanum lets PC players revisit Rome's most epic conquests, following its ascent into history. Build, Reign, Defend! Set during the Roman Empire's zenith, the goal is to ensure that the glory of the Roman Empire is retained. Players lead their Roman province through natural disasters, crime waves, and threats of war. Monitor the city's prosperity by providing the people with everything from basic necessities to lavish luxuries. "Imperium Romanum is the genuine historical strategy gaming experience RTS players seek," said Melanie Mroz, CEO of SouthPeak Games. … Continue reading Imperium Romanum Hits US →

TriplePoint, the leading international agency serving the interactive entertainment industry, expanded its strategic business operations by opening an office in Munich, Germany. Ute Palmer, formerly Head of PR with Koch Media, the largest independent publisher of games and DVD movies in Europe, leads the office as Managing Director of TriplePoint, Germany. Founded in 2002 as Kohnke Communications, the agency has grown to be the market leader in public relations, marketing, business development, and product consulting within the games and digital media market. TriplePoint has offices in San Francisco, New York, and Los Angeles, and TriplePoint Germany further extends the agency's … Continue reading TriplePoint Opens Office In Munich →

SCI-FI-LONDON today announces that Electronic Arts, the world's leading interactive entertainment software company, will be the official games sponsor for this year's SCI-FI-LONDON, the UK's only dedicated science fiction and fantastic film festival which will run from 30 April – 4 May 2008 at the Apollo West End theatre. As exclusive games sponsor, EA will be showcasing PC and console titles as part of the festival line-up, to include Mass Effect, Command & Conquer 3: Kane's Wrath, Spore and BOOM BLOX, while festival-goers will also get the chance to see a sneak preview of the forthcoming epic space horror game … Continue reading Electronic Arts Sponsors Sci-Fi London →

By: Chella Ramanan Lord of the Rings Online is gearing up for a big expansion this fall, one that will take players deep and wide, all the way into the depths of Moria. GiN Reporter Chella Ramanan got a first hand look at the Mines of Moria expansion at the Codemasters Connect event this week, and said that the mines looked great so far. ‘Mines of Moria' is volume two of the hugely successful MMO game and allows players to explore the ruins of the legendary dwarven cities. The expansion also includes two new character classes – Rune Keeper and … Continue reading LOTRO Previews Mines of Moria →