Category Archives: News and Industry Happenings

GiN’s New Look Is Now Live

As you have no doubt noticed, the Game Industry News website went through a redesign that went live today. Please have a stroll through the site and see what you think. While the entire site has changed cosmetically, there are some areas of particular note. The GiNdex page is revamped to be not only more colorful but also more informative. Of course, with our new cartoon pages, we felt its navigation system could use a bit of an upgrade. Of course, it’s not all just for show. On each content page you will find some sharing widgets for popular social … Continue reading GiN’s New Look Is Now Live

Green Lantern Joins DC Heroes

Sony Online Entertainment LLC (SOE) today announced the first downloadable content (DLC) pack for DC Universe Online (DCUO), "Fight for the Light" is now available. Featuring favorite DC Universe hero, Green Lantern and the introduction of the game’s seventh power set, Light, the new DLC pack is now available for download on both the PC and PlayStation 3 computer entertainment system. In times of great need, the Green Lantern and Sinestro Corps can give out "reservist rings" to worthy heroes or enthusiastic villains who will help restore the balance of the universe for their side; these players can be deputized … Continue reading Green Lantern Joins DC Heroes

Konami Releases Leedmees For Xbox 360

Konami Digital Entertainment, Inc. today announced that Leedmees is now available for download on Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft. Leedmees is a new interactive full body puzzle experience and is KONAMI’s first downloadable Kinect title which will allow players to use their body movements to progress through the game. With a unique and innovative gaming experience, Leedmees brings a fun and festive gameplay session to players looking for a new gaming experience. In Leedmees, the player actually becomes part of the game’s level design, moving quickly to prevent the Leedmees from falling great heights, getting burned … Continue reading Konami Releases Leedmees For Xbox 360

Cradle Of Rome Hits iPad

Awem studio, the developer of such titles as Cradle Of Rome 1-2, Golden Trails: The New Western Rush, Golden Trails: The Lost Legacy Letters from Nowhere1-2, The Island: Castaway, and other casual games, announces the launch of Cradle Of Rome HD for the iPad. "We are very happy to announce our best-selling long-liver is available for the iPad now," said Oleg Rogovenko, Awem studio’s CEO. "Cradle of Rome for PC was released in 2007 and became the Best Puzzle Game of the year. It was a real hit among people and now we are very excited to see how it … Continue reading Cradle Of Rome Hits iPad

Valve’s Steam Service Offers In-Game Trading

Valve, creators of best-selling game franchises (such as Counter-Strike, Half-Life, Left 4 Dead, Portal, and Team Fortress) today announced the official launch of Steam Trading. Released in beta a few weeks ago, Steam Trading allows gamers to exchange in-game items and game gifts. The Steam Trading beta began with Team Fortress 2 items and game gifts. Today Spiral Knights, the cooperative adventure from Three Rings and Sega, and Portal 2 join the Steam economy as Steam Trading becomes available to everyone. "The addition of Steam Trading is the latest example of how Steam continues to evolve with new features and … Continue reading Valve’s Steam Service Offers In-Game Trading

Back To The Future Game Free On PSN For September

Telltale’s Back to the Future: The Game series has thrilled fans of the original film trilogy and gamers alike, receiving numerous accolades from critics across the world. Now, Telltale Games is offering PlayStationNetwork users the chance to sample the first episode- "It’s About Time" for free now through September 27! Don’t waste any time! Jump over to the PlayStationNetwork to download the continued time-travelling adventures of Marty McFly and Doc Brown. The entire season (includes episodes 1 through 5) of Back to the Future: The Game can be purchased on PlayStationNetwork for $19.99. The game is also available for iPad, … Continue reading Back To The Future Game Free On PSN For September

Halfbrick’s Jetpack Joyride Hits App Store

Acclaimed game developer Halfbrick today released its biggest mobile title since its award-winning, smash-hit Fruit Ninja. Jetpack Joyride will skyrocket players into the latest adventure featuring the lovable and mischievous hero Barry Steakfries, who captured hearts in previous Halfbrick mobile games, Age of Zombies and Monster Dash. The game is now available for download on mobile iOS platforms (iPhone and iPad) for $0.99 from the App Store, and has been selected by Apple as the official iPhone Game of the Week. Down on his luck, Barry discovers the ultimate opportunity to turn his boring life into one of adventure, heroics … Continue reading Halfbrick’s Jetpack Joyride Hits App Store

Team Bondi Enters Administration

Troubled LA Noire Developer Team Bondi has entered into an administration process in Australia, a step before bankruptcy. Technically, an administrator will now try to re-focus the company so that it can return to profitability. But sources inside the company say that many of the staff have already left or been offered jobs at a different firm. Although LA Noire was a huge commercial success, the company had been rocked by scandal with workers alleging unfair labor practices, lack of overtime pay and even being snubbed in the game’s credits. Because Team Bondi is an independent studio, its tarnished reputation … Continue reading Team Bondi Enters Administration

RAGE Novel Hits Stores

The novel RAGE is now available. Penned by Matthew Costello, the novel is based on the highly anticipated first-person shooter releasing this fall from id Software, creators of DOOM and QUAKE. The asteroid Apophis has annihilated Earth, and only a small percentage of humanity’s best and brightest have been saved. Buried deep below the ground in life-sustaining Arks, these chosen few are tasked with one vital mission-to restore civilization to a devastated planet hundreds of years after the impact. When Lieutenant Nick Raine emerges from his Ark, he finds a future indistinguishable from nightmare. Humankind has not been entirely destroyed … Continue reading RAGE Novel Hits Stores