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Operation Flashpoint Contest Begins

Codemasters has teamed up with Intel to launch an exclusive contest for Operation Flashpoint: Dragon Rising by giving players the opportunity to create their own individualized mission while competing for a high powered OFP:DR branded desktop. Using the Mission Creator available on the PC version of the game, participants are challenged to create an engaging co-op or single player mission for OFP:DR. Once the original mission has been completed, the designers can register and share their creations with the community located at http://www.intelofpdrcontest.com/en/. Players have until November 29th to submit the mission using the Operation Flashpoint: Dragon Rising mission editor. … Continue reading Operation Flashpoint Contest Begins

Ben 10 Games Available For PS Network Download

D3Publisher announced today that PSP (PlayStationPortable) system classic games Ben 10: Protector of Earth and BEN 10 ALIEN FORCE The Game are now available for download via the PlayStationStore in North America. PSP system owners will no longer need a UMD to play Ben 10: Protector of Earth, the first-ever interactive title based on Cartoon Network's Emmy-winning Ben 10 animated series, or the fast-paced, 3D action adventure game, BEN 10 ALIEN FORCE The Game, as they are now available for download via the PlayStation Store. Ben 10: Protector of Earth is available for download for $14.99 and BEN 10 ALIEN … Continue reading Ben 10 Games Available For PS Network Download

Marvel: Ultimate Alliance 2 Adds New DLC

Activision Publishing, Inc. (Nasdaq: ATVI) announced today that the greatest Super Hero action/RPG team-up just got a super-powered upgrade with Marvel: Ultimate Alliance 2 downloadable content, now available until December 31, 2009, for the Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and PlayStation 3 computer entertainment system. Players can now experience Marvel's epic Civil War storyline with five all-new playable characters in their arsenal: Carnage, Psylocke and Cable make their Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 system debuts in the Marvel: Ultimate Alliance series alongside returning fan-favorites Magneto and Black Panther. The downloadable content also includes four new challenge … Continue reading Marvel: Ultimate Alliance 2 Adds New DLC

Military Madness Overtakes PlayStationNetwork

Military Madness: Nectaris, the classic turn-based strategy game published by Hudson Entertainment, the North and South American subsidiary of HUDSON SOFT, is now available on PlayStationNetwork for the PlayStation 3 computer entertainment system for $9.99. This new title features the same strategic gameplay that Military Madness players have come to expect, along with new features such as 3D graphics, four-player online or local team / vs. multiplayer, an all-new customizable Commander unit, leaderboards and more. "We're happy to be bringing Military Madness to a new generation of gamers on the PlayStation 3," said Sabine Duvall, Vice President of Digital Download … Continue reading Military Madness Overtakes PlayStationNetwork

Press Your Luck Game Ships

Ubisoft today announced the official launch of Press Your Luck 2010 Edition. Currently available for the Nintendo Wii system, the Nintendo DS(TM) system and Windows-based PC, Press Your Luck 2010 Edition features single- or multiplayer modes so that more people can get in on the fun and play together. Additionally, the game allows players to design and customize their own personal avatar. The game has been created by Ludia and is licensed by FremantleMedia Enterprises (FME). Press Your Luck is a true-to-life revival of the famous game show from the 80's rendered with a dynamic new design. Players assume the … Continue reading Press Your Luck Game Ships

Massive Assault Lands On Steam

Waraming.net, the strategy game specialist, today announces the launch of its legendary Massive Assault series on Steam, the leading online platform for PC games and digital entertainment with over 20 million PC users around the world. Massive Assault, Massive Assault: Phantom Renaissance and Massive Assault Network 2 are now available on Steam giving its users the unique chance to fight for global domination in one-of-a-kind sci-fi environment. Massive Assault series represent 3D wargames for PC based on original Secret Allies concept where two rival sides struggle for leadership and survival in the 22nd century hostile surroundings. Since the release of … Continue reading Massive Assault Lands On Steam

OneBigGame To Release Non-profit Videogame

OneBigGame, the non-profit publisher of videogames formed in 2007, is proud to introduce the first game to be published under its label. Chime, created pro bono by music game specialists Zoë Mode, is a unique block puzzle game fused with music creation elements and contributions from a number of famous musicians. Chime will be released this winter on Xbox LIVE Arcade. Chime introduces a creative twist on both music and block puzzle games. The game will task players with covering a number of different grids with irregular shapes, each connected to a sound effect from the different music tracks, to … Continue reading OneBigGame To Release Non-profit Videogame

Pro Evolution Soccer Ships

GOOOOOAL! Pro Evolution Soccer is back and better than ever! Konami Digital Entertainment, Inc. announced today that Pro Evolution Soccer 2010 has shipped to stores for the Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and PlayStation 3 computer entertainment system. The latest iteration of the popular franchise scores with all new features, updates and improvements generated from fan feedback, making this the best PES game to date! The most realistic soccer game on the planet – Pro Evolution Soccer 2010 – lives up to its name by delivering dramatic improvements in the amount of licensed content as well … Continue reading Pro Evolution Soccer Ships

Star Wars Battlefront: Elite Squadron Deploys

LucasArts announced today that Star Wars Battlefront: Elite Squadron for the PSP (PlayStationPortable) system and Nintendo DS is now available at retailers. For the first time ever in the Star Wars Battlefront series, players will be able to fight on multi-level battlefronts both on the ground and in space. Players can start the fight on foot, commandeer a vehicle to battle on the ground or dogfight in space, and land their craft and fight on capital starships. The battles waged on each front are all directly affected by the player's actions, creating a combat experience where every shot fired and … Continue reading Star Wars Battlefront: Elite Squadron Deploys

Audiokinetic And High Voltage Partner For Wwise

Audiokinetic Inc., the leading audio solution provider for the video game industry, announced today a long-term agreement with award-winning game development studio, High Voltage Software. As part of this agreement, High Voltage is granted an unlimited license of Wwise, Audiokinetic's renowned audio pipeline solution. Founded in 1993, High-Voltage's reputation is well established with over 75 shipped titles including The Conduit, Ben 10: Protector of the Universe, Dora the Explorer: Dora Saves the Snow Princess, and Hunter: The Reckoning. The studio is recognized by its peers for developing high-quality titles on all current platforms. High Voltage first licensed Wwise in 2007, … Continue reading Audiokinetic And High Voltage Partner For Wwise