iZ3D, LLC, designer, developer, and marketer of advanced 3D visualization systems, is pleased to announce that it has been selected to join the Microsoft Startup Accelerator Program. Stewarded by the Emerging Business Team (EBT) at Microsoft Corp., the program is designed to connect high-potential startups committed to the Microsoft platform to an extensive support network that provides access to Microsoft people and programs. "We are pleased that Microsoft acknowledges the emergence of 3D as a viable trend for immersive gaming, computer design and home theater purposes. Through our selection into the Microsoft Startup Accelerator Program we are hoping to work … Continue reading iZ3D Joins Microsoft Startup Accelerator →

Sierra Entertainment, a division of Vivendi Games today announced that the Robert Ludlum's The Bourne Conspiracy demo has reached the 1 million download mark. Gamers worldwide will receive their next assignments June 3rd as the game ships to retailers nationwide. The Bourne Conspiracy demo features: A look into how The Bourne Conspiracy combines original missions with memorable film moments to plunge players into the role of both trained Treadstone assassin and a malfunctioning government weapon on the run, Brutal hand-to-hand combat choreographed by the films' fight coordinator and stunt legend Jeff Imada, recreating Bourne's signature combat style and ability to … Continue reading Bourne Conspiracy Reaches 1 Million Downloads →

2K Sports announced today that Don King Presents: Prizefighter, the first documentary-style boxing extravaganza, has officially gone gold and is now ready for production for Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft. Developed by Venom Games, a 2K studio, Don King Presents: Prizefighter is equal parts sports simulation and true boxing drama that takes place both inside and outside the ring. Don King Presents: Prizefighter casts players in the role of a talented, unknown boxer fighting his way out of obscurity and into the international spotlight while attempting to claim the world championship title. The immersive storyline challenges … Continue reading Don King Prizefighter Shipping June 10th →

Cryptic Studios, one of the leading independent developers of massively multiplayer online role-playing games (MMORPGs), announced today that John Needham has joined the company as its Chief Executive Officer. Needham joins Cryptic from Sony Online Entertainment, where he served as Senior Vice President of Business Development and Operations. "John Needham's proven leadership in the MMO space makes him a dynamic fit for heading up Cryptic's new corporate direction. As an SVP of Sony Online Entertainment he has contributed greatly to the growth of the industry and we're excited to combine his operational experience with our vision for the future of … Continue reading Needham Named CEO of Cryptic Studios →

Harmonix Music Systems, the leading developer of music-based games, and MTV Games, a part of Viacom's MTV Networks (NYSE: VIA, VIA.B), announced today that they will team up with Q Entertainment, a leading Japanese music game designer, to bring the best-selling music videogame Rock Band to Japan. The two studios will work together to develop the title, marking the first US-originated rock music game to be heavily localized for the Japanese market. The game will feature Japanese musical acts as well as other localized assets. Rock Band's return to the birthplace of rhythm games will benefit from Q Entertainment's experience … Continue reading Rock Band Going to Japan →

Indie-publisher Gamecock Media Group announced today that Firefly Studios' PC game ‘Stronghold Crusader Extreme' has shipped to North American retailers and is available via digital distribution. Combining city building with strategic medieval warfare, players can unleash havoc on enemies like never before. "We've known the Firefly guys for a long time and have been itching to bring their latest Stronghold title out for awhile now," said Harry Miller, El Presidente of Gamecock Media Group. "This easily takes the cake when it comes to mayhem on an epic level, their whole design philosophy revolved around making a game that was just … Continue reading Stronghold Crusader Extreme Ships →

Red Rover Games, a division of award-winning film effects studio 11:11 MediaWorks, announced the immediate availability of Safari Sketch a new match-three puzzler that transports the player to exotic locales to view endangered species from around the world. Red Rover Games also announced a donation of $2 for each sold copy of Safari Sketch to the nonprofit Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA). Safari Sketch will cost US$19.95, and a trial is available for download at www.redrovergames.com. "Red Rover Games wants to make a contribution to the conservation of the beautiful creatures from around the world that inspired the creation … Continue reading Safari Sketch Game Proceeds To Help Zoos →

Activision, Inc. (Nasdaq: ATVI) announced today the upcoming release of Little League World Series 2008 for Wii and Nintendo DS. Players will have the ability to bat, pitch and field using intuitive controls developed exclusively for Nintendo's platforms. Little League World Series is the perfect game to play with your friends and family. The game hits shelves August 5, 2008. "Little League baseball fans, players and families simply haven't had a videogame made just for them, so our goal is to fill this niche," said Dave Oxford, Activision Publishing. "Creating this game with the Little League organization has been a … Continue reading Little League Baseball Wii Game Readying →

Sherlock Holmes: Nemesis, the new detective adventure game for PC, is released today by Ascaron. Set in 19th century London, Sherlock Holmes and his sidekick Dr. Watson must decipher clues and solve riddles to stop French gentleman burglar Arsène Lupin from robbing London of five immensely valuable objects. Use Holmes' comprehensive map of London to uncover the location of the next robbery. You will need to explore in detail each famous landmark in order to track down Lupin and stop him from committing the five burglaries. Use your magnifying glass to look for suspicious objects or hidden clues and interact … Continue reading Sherlock Holmes: Nemesis Ships →

Shane Lacy Hensley, the senior writer behind the successful City of Villains MMORPG and creator of top pen and paper RPGs like Deadlands, Weird Wars, and Savage Worlds, has been named studio head of FireSky's Superstition Studios. Prior to the promotion, Mr. Hensley was the creative director of Superstition Studios. "Over the last 9 months, Shane has built Superstition Studios through the hiring of a small team of very talented individuals," said FireSky Senior Vice President of Product Development Rod Nakamoto. "The creative minds in that studio have already surpassed our expectations in their early work. With Shane's leadership, success … Continue reading Deadlands RPG Creator Hired By Superstition →