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Max Payne 3 Local Justice DLC Deploying

Rockstar Games, a publishing label of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO), is happy to announce that the Local Justice Pack, the first downloadable content pack for Max Payne 3, is now available for download on the Xbox LIVE online entertainment network and PlayStation Network for the PlayStation 3 computer entertainment system. The pack will be available for the PC on July 17, 2012. ‘The Local Justice Pack is just the beginning of a deeper multiplayer experience for Max Payne 3,’ said Sam Houser, Founder of Rockstar Games. ‘We’re excited to deliver a new take on the game’s epic final … Continue reading Max Payne 3 Local Justice DLC Deploying

1C Publishes Kids Game Based On Russia’s Luntik

Leading Eastern and Central European publisher, 1C Company, is thrilled to announce the release of the first international game on the iPhone and the iPad starring Luntik. Luntik Colors the World is an App designed by child development experts to stimulate young minds and teach them about colors and shapes. Luntik is a Russian animated series for preschool aged children. It is the story of a small fluffy creature, Luntik, who was born on the Moon and fell from it, onto the Earth. Luntik is new to the Earth and in each episode learns something about this new world. The … Continue reading 1C Publishes Kids Game Based On Russia’s Luntik

War For Cyberton Release Date Pushed Up

The release date for The Transformers: War For Cyberton game has been pushed up a week to August 21st 2012 for the Xbox 360, PS3 and PC. In the game, the Autobots fight for their lives in the last moments of the Transformer homeworld. Transformers: Fall of Cybertron is the sequel to War for Cybertron, the highest rated Transformers game ever. Coming Fall 2012 for Xbox 360 & PS3. Join the epic battle for survival as the Autobots take their last stand to defend their legendary home planet from the Decepticons. Transformers: Fall of Cybertron transports you to the final … Continue reading War For Cyberton Release Date Pushed Up

More Endgame Content Added To Stronghold Kingdoms

Firefly Studios, creators of Stronghold Kingdoms, currently the second most popular free-to-play game on Steam, have just released a new patch adding a ‘Crown Prince’ rank to Stronghold Kingdoms. The Crown Prince rank, aimed primarily at high level players, has been added to Stronghold Kingdoms as a twist to the endgame of the popular castle MMO. Previously capped at 22 ranks and 15 villages, an unlimited 23rd rank was added earlier today giving players access to as many as 25 villages. The new rank can be unlocked with 10,000,000 honour, after which players will have to climb a series of … Continue reading More Endgame Content Added To Stronghold Kingdoms

Worms Revolution Developer Diary

The second developer’s diary from Team 17 is here, with programmer Ian Lindsey giving you the scoop on how the terrain and landscapes have been changed in "Worms Revolution". Learn how the new physics system will transform how you interact with obstacles – and make them blow up. Plus details on the new water system. http://www.youtube.com/watch/?v=0LHdgu1Wqaw I love this video. But the movie running in the background is so funny, especially if you have played Worms before, that I cant really concentrate on what the developer is saying. Developers: Team 17 Platforms: PC, PlayStation 3, Xbox 360

War Of The Roses Medieval Combat MMO Needs Beta Recruits

Paradox Interactive and Fatshark announced that, after recently completing a successful closed alpha, sign-ups for a chance to participate in beta testing for upcoming medieval multiplayer combat title War of the Roses has now opened to the public. Starting today, players can enroll to be a Knight in the King’s army and help restore order to England by visiting the following link: http://www.waroftherosesthegame.com/ When signing up to guarantee their access to enter the beta, future knights will obtain a unique referrer URL from the King that can be shared across social media channels. When five friends use this player-specific link … Continue reading War Of The Roses Medieval Combat MMO Needs Beta Recruits

Tales of Xilla Coming To US In 2013

Leading video game publisher and developer NAMCO BANDAI Games America Inc. today announced that it will be bringing the Tales of Xillia’ brand to North America exclusively for the PlayStation 3 computer entertainment system. The latest in the acclaimed Tales of Japanese role-playing game franchise, Tales of Xillia lets players enter the world of Rieze Maxia in a tale of unwavering convictions. Tales of Xillia will be available throughout North America in 2013. ‘The recent success for this year’s releases of Tales of the Abyss and Tales of Graces f has helped make localizing Tales of Xillia for North America … Continue reading Tales of Xilla Coming To US In 2013

The Secret World Launches To Critical Acclaim

Funcom, a world-leading independent developer and publisher of online games, launched the highly anticipated massively multiplayer online (MMO) game ‘The Secret World’ to the masses. Three days later Funcom is happy to report that the launch has been a tremendous success for the company with positive feedback from both players and the press. In terms of server and client performance the launch was exceptionally smooth and as of now several of the game’s dimensions ‘ which can hold tens of thousands of gamers playing at the same time ‘ have started filling up due to the ever-increasing number of players … Continue reading The Secret World Launches To Critical Acclaim

Cypress Inheritance Planning First Game

Cypress Inheritance LLC is announcing its first game titled Cypress Inheritance. It is being released as an app for mobile devices. This is the first game and marks the beginning of the Cypress Inheritance game saga that is set to be released in December 2012. Cypress Inheritance has been a little over one year in developing. Cypress Inheritance has a film in the early stages of development as well as a merchandise line that will be coming out with the first game. The intention is to have the saga continue forward in 2013 and also to be released on other … Continue reading Cypress Inheritance Planning First Game

Case Blue War Game Nearly Ready

Matrix Games (www.matrixgames.com), Slitherine (www.slitherine.com) and VR Designs (www.vrdesigns.nl) are excited to announce the upcoming release of the new turn-based operational strategy game Decisive Campaigns: Case Blue, the second release in the critically-acclaimed Decisive Campaigns series. Decisive Campaigns: Case Blue brings players to the Eastern Front during World War II, simulating the German Wehrmacht’s drive towards Stalingrad and the Caucasus in the summer of 1942. Take command of the powerful Wehrmacht starting from the 2nd Kharkov Offensive and in Operation Trappenjagd or unleash the might of the Red Army during the Soviet winter counter-offensive in Operation Uranus that encircled the … Continue reading Case Blue War Game Nearly Ready