SEGA Europe Ltd. and SEGA of America, Inc. are proud to announce that a wide selection of evergreen games from the legendary SEGA Genesis platform are making their way on to PC via digital distribution. The initial group of titles being made available consists of fan favourites such as Golden Axe, Ecco the Dolphin, Comix Zone and Vectorman. All these classic SEGA titles will be available from $ 2.99 but for a full list of all available titles and features, please visit www.sega.com. "It’s exciting to be able to offer these classic games to a new audience" said Nick Pili, … Continue reading SEGA Classics Coming To PC →

Activision Publishing, Inc.’s (Nasdaq: ATVI) highly-anticipated racing title Blur will deliver a new level of social interaction to gamers later this month by allowing fans to challenge their friends and share achievements directly from inside the game through Facebook. By seamlessly integrating an innovative "Share" button, Blur lets players choose to light up the competition in both single and multi-player modes by sending game challenges to friends and posting in-game photos, racing stats, unlockable items and much more on their Facebook pages. "Blur’s innovative integration with Facebook makes it easy for players to interact with their real friends to share … Continue reading Blur To Feature Facebook Integration →

Virtual Play Games, a global console and PC videogame publisher today announced the release of City Builder for Wii to retail outlets throughout North America. Based in a colorful animated world, City Builder is an easy to play, fun to master puzzle game for the whole family. All ages will enjoy building a larger than life cartoon city, encountering some crafty critters including Big Foot, Mole Man and Aliens, intent on slowing them from growing their city across multiple maps and continents. "City Builder is a fun game that blends the excitement of puzzle solving with strategy inspired gameplay of … Continue reading Virtual Play Releases City Builder Wii →

Activision Publishing, Inc. (Nasdaq: ATVI) announced today the availability of the Shrek Forever After video game, which is based on the highly anticipated Shrek feature film from DreamWorks Animation SKG, Inc. (Nasdaq: DWA). Starting today, gamers can team up with friends in the ultimate Shrek game, working together to conquer that crafty Rumpelstiltskin. "The Shrek Forever After video game offers fans an expanded look at the final chapter in one of the most beloved animated franchises of all time," said David Pokress, head of marketing for licensed properties, Activision Publishing, Inc. "The game offers a fun-filled social and collaborative experience … Continue reading Shrek Forever After Game Ships →

One of the most anticipated video games of 2010 is now available with Split/Second arriving at retail outlets throughout North America today. Published by Disney Interactive Studios and developed by Black Rock Studio, the dynamic game is releasing on the Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, PlayStation 3 computer entertainment system, Windows PC and iPhone and iPod Touch. Winner of the prestigious Game Critics Awards: Best of E3 2009, Best Racing Game award from the Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3) 2009, Split/Second is one of the most anticipated video games of 2010 with a highly successful demo on … Continue reading Disney Ships Split/Second Racing Title →

2K Games announced today a partnership with NVIDIA to bring NVIDIA PhysX technology to all versions of Mafia II, the epic mobster crime drama coming to the PlayStation 3 computer entertainment system, Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and Windows PC. Additionally, the Windows PC version will feature a thorough integration of NVIDIA PhysX and 3D Vision technology into 2K Czech’s Illusion Engine. Mafia II will be the first Windows PC game ever to utilize the NVIDIA APEX Clothing module, providing an immersive gameplay experience in the world of 1940s and 1950s Americana. The integration of PhysX … Continue reading 2K Games, Nvidia, Partner For Mafia II →

Facebook and Zynga announced today that they have entered into a five-year strategic relationship that increases their shared commitment to social gaming on Facebook and expands use of Facebook Credits in Zynga’s games. The agreement provides a solid foundation for both companies to continue to work together to provide millions of people with a compelling user experience for social games. "Facebook was a pioneer in opening their platform in 2007 and in just three years tens of millions of Facebook users play our games every day, from FarmVille and Café World to Treasure Isle and Mafia Wars," said Mark Pincus, … Continue reading Zynga And Facebook Ink Games Deal →

Majesco Entertainment Company (NASDAQ: COOL), an innovative provider of video games for the mass market, today announced Attack of the Movies 3-D on Wii and the Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft has shipped to retailers nationwide. Packaged with four pairs of 3-D glasses to support four-player multiplayer action, the game transports players to six fantastic movie-themed worlds where they will battle monstrous insects, blast underwater sea creatures, join the resistance against the machines and much more. Featuring classic enemies culled from the annals of film history, this inspired 3-D shooter jumps right out of your television … Continue reading Majesco Ships Attack Of The Movies 3D →

Hyperkin, a rapidly growing developer of video game accessories, has announced that it will launch the RetroN 3 video game system at this year s E3 trade show June 15-17, 2010. The RetroN3 consolidates Nintendo, Super Nintendo and SEGA Genesis together in a single wireless console that also includes two wireless controllers as well as two original controller ports for each platform. The design of the RetroN 3, which is completely unique and unlike any other on the market, was developed through feedback and suggestions the company received from consumers. Based on Internet research and interactive forums with gamers, Hyperkin … Continue reading Nintendo, Super Nintendo, Sega Genesis Merging Into Single Console →

Leading videogame publisher, SouthPeak Interactive Corporation (OTC BB: SOPK), today announced that after a recent asset acquisition it has secured the rights to publish PC real-time strategy title Firefly Studios' Stronghold 3 via retail channels and digital distribution. First published in 2001, the Stronghold series is one of the most respected in its genre, with the franchise selling more than five million copies globally. Stronghold 3 promises to build on these firm foundations with a significantly improved graphics engine and new gameplay elements. Firefly Studios' Stronghold 3 is due for release on PC in 2011. "Stronghold 3 will be a … Continue reading Stronghold 3 Announced →