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Namco Announces Two Dragon Ball Z Titles

Leading video games developer and publisher NAMCO BANDAI Games America Inc., announced today two highly anticipated Dragon Ball Z fighting titles, Dragon Ball Z: Tenkaichi Tag Team for the PSP (PlayStationPortable) system, and Dragon Ball: Raging Blast 2 for the Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and PlayStation 3 computer entertainment system. For the first time ever Dragon Ball Z fans can enter into high-impact two vs. two combat in Dragon Ball Z: Tenkaichi Tag Team for the PSP system. Play solo or team up via Ad Hoc mode to tackle memorable battles in a variety of … Continue reading Namco Announces Two Dragon Ball Z Titles

Steam For Mac Launching

Valve announced that Steam will launch on the Mac platform this Wednesday, May 12. On subsequent Wednesdays, additional collections of Mac titles will become available, each designed to highlight specific functionalities of Steam on the Mac. The first collection of Mac titles will demonstrate "Steam Play," which allows customers to purchase a game once and play it on all Steam supported platforms. Gamers who have previously purchased games on Steam will find them available in their account on the Mac as they are released. Portal, in addition to supporting Steam Play, will be the first of Valve's Source engine based … Continue reading Steam For Mac Launching

Fallout 3: New Vegas Collectors Edition Announced

Bethesda Softworks, a ZeniMax Media company, today announced the Fallout: New Vegas collector’s edition (CE) for Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, PlayStation 3 computer entertainment system, and Games for Windows. The limited collector’s edition is available in North America for pre-order now through participating retailers. In addition to including the highly anticipated game, this premium version of Fallout: New Vegas also includes the game-inspired items below: ♠ "Lucky 7" poker chips. Each of the seven poker chips was designed to represent chips from the major casinos found on the New Vegas strip and throughout the Mojave … Continue reading Fallout 3: New Vegas Collectors Edition Announced

Silverlode Announces Captains of DarkTide MMO

Today Silverlode Interactive revealed their latest project Captains of DarkTide, which has been in stealth development for the last year. Known for their innovation in the MMORTS space with SAGA, Silverlode is once again breaking new ground by releasing a free-to-play browser-based 3D MMORPG. Unlike previous Pirate games, CoDT takes place in the SAGA fantasy universe, complete with elven longboats, mighty flying fortresses and fantastic mythical beasts. Beta signups begin today at www.playdarktide.com, where players who register will be among the first to preview Silverlode's new fantasy world. By joining the Captains of DarkTide Facebook page, gamers will have first … Continue reading Silverlode Announces Captains of DarkTide MMO

Matrix And Slitherine Merge

Matrix Games (www.matrixgames.com) and Slitherine Ltd (www.slitherine.com) today announced that they have signed a comprehensive agreement to merge the companies creating the world's largest wargaming specialist publisher. Both Brands have strong identities and core values and these will be maintained to provide maximum enjoyment and added value to all customers. Slitherine is a privately funded company operating in the entertainment business. Its mission is to deliver history based products to the widest possible audience. Slitherine’s main focus is publishing and developing of videogames, however Slitherine is also involved with book publishing, internet gaming, board games and has provided a range … Continue reading Matrix And Slitherine Merge

Iron Man 2 Ships

SEGA of America, Inc. today announced that Iron Man 2: The Video Game is now available, offering fans an intense cinematic gaming experience that combines familiar elements from both the movie and comic book universes. Iron Man 2: The Video Game is a third-person action adventure game that enables players to choose between Iron Man or, for the first time ever, War Machine, as they battle villains as tall as skyscrapers in order to save the world from destruction. Featuring the voices of movie talent Don Cheadle and Samuel L. Jackson, an all new-storyline written with the help of famed … Continue reading Iron Man 2 Ships

Ryzom Going Open Source

Winch Gate Properties Ltd, the developer and publisher of massively-multiplayer online science-fantasy role playing games, is proud to announce the release of the source code and artistic assets of the popular MMORPG Ryzom to the Free Software Development Community. Developers can now access the source code of the end-user client, content creation tools and server in order to make modifications, enhancements or to create their own virtual worlds. This move marks a milestone in Ryzom's long history and dedication to the free software movement. In order to ensure that Ryzom continues to grow and foster as a free software project, … Continue reading Ryzom Going Open Source

Blitz Launches SFG Soccer For PC

Blitz 1UP has today launched SFG Soccer: Football Fever for PC, an updated version of the hit Xbox Live Indie Games arcade football title, developed by Stir Fry Games. The game is out today on Blitz1UP.com, Ztorm, GameStreamer Impulse, Real and GamersGate. With the World Cup looming, now is the time to get some practice in and start your own championship. SFG Soccer: Football Fever is a six-on-six soccer game with deep RPG-style player progression and levelling systems. There’s also the chance to challenge your friends, with up to four local players supported. There’s even a full league system, which … Continue reading Blitz Launches SFG Soccer For PC

Anarchy: Rush Hour Hits PSN Europe

Gaijin Entertainment is proud to announce the release Anarchy: Rush Hour, a new action racing game for the PS3. The eagerly anticipated offering is available for online purchase through PlayStation Network Europe for $7.99. Put the pedal to the metal in this no-holds-barred arcade racing game that will challenge even the most experienced virtual drivers! Featuring real world locations and accurate streets, players can challenge their friends online with up to 8 others or keep it at home with split screen play for 2 players. As you race the dozens of cars you can add custom soundtracks straight from your … Continue reading Anarchy: Rush Hour Hits PSN Europe

Nexon Acquires NDOORS Corp.

NEXON announced the acquisition of NDOORS Corp. management rights. NDOORS is well-known for developing "Atlantica," "GoonZu." NEXON will acquire 67 percent stake of NDOORS including the shares of the former chairman, Seong-Mun Kwon the largest shareholders and has secured management rights as the largest shareholder. NDOORS is incorporated as a subsidiary of NEXON. Through the acquisition of NDOORS, NEXON is able to increase the enterprise value and to strengthen its core capabilities by adding the outstanding development efforts of NDOORS. "NEXON has been carrying out ongoing investment in the companies with outstanding development efforts" said Su-Min, CEO of NEXON. "NDOORS, … Continue reading Nexon Acquires NDOORS Corp.