Offering a chilling glimpse to those who think they are ready to take on the evil foes of Fort Zombie, Paradox Interactive invites players to view the opening movie sequence from the upcoming lite action/RPG title, which is set to release on all digital distribution channels this Fall. The game's opening sets the stage for the latest entry into the zombie gaming genre, introducing players to the characters and challenges that await them in Piety, Indiana. "We are absolutely amazed at the reception that Fort Zombie has received so far," said Chris Stewart of Kerberos Productions, the development studio behind … Continue reading Fort Zombie Shows New Footage →

Robonica (http://www.robonica.com), a South African/U.S. start-up focused on developing new forms of robotic entertainment, today announces its eagerly anticipated launch of Roboni-i. Fusing elements of robotics, R/C vehicles and interactive gaming, this revolutionary product will create a brand new entertainment category dubbed "Robotic Gaming" by delivering meaningful and structured gameplay – whether alone, with friends or online. Roboni-i is now available online at Robonica.com, ToysRUs.com, Amazon.com, BarnesandNoble.com and also at retail in Hammacher Schlemmer, Edmund Scientific and other specialty shops for the suggested retail price of $249.99. "Robotic gaming is the future of the home entertainment industry," said Robonica Inc. … Continue reading Robonica Marches To Stores →

Blade Games World, Inc. announced today the appointment of Justin Weng as Head of Product Development and Production and Tony Zander to the position of Senior Art Director. Both will begin immediately and be based in the Blade Games office in Shanghai, China. "Both our external outsourcing business and our internal projects are growing to a size where we have begun to add new staff," said Tom Sperry, CEO of Blade Games World. "We are optimistic about both sides of our business and plan to see further expansion in the coming months." Weng will manage the production teams in Blade's … Continue reading Blade Games Hires New Execs →

D3Publisher, a publisher and developer of interactive entertainment software, today launched ASTRO BOY: THE VIDEO GAME, the only video game based on Imagi Studios' highly anticipated CG-animated movie, Astro Boy (in theaters nationwide via Summit Entertainment on October 23, 2009). Featuring the voice talents of Freddie Highmore (Astro Boy) and Kristen Bell (Cora), ASTRO BOY: THE VIDEO GAME will allow players to become Astro Boy, a young boy robot with incredible powers as they embark on an epic adventure to save Metro City from the clutches of evil. ASTRO BOY: THE VIDEO GAME is available at retail stores across North … Continue reading Astro Boy Game Ships →

NAMCO BANDAI Games America Inc., turns the heat up to "broil" as they announce today that Food Network: Cook or Be Cooked has gone to manufacturing for Wii, and will hit retail shelves throughout North America on November 3, 2009. Developed in partnership with Food Network, the first cable network dedicated to the power and joy of food, the game is designed to teach players real, practical cooking skills using their Wii Remote and Nunchuk. From introductory lessons to more advanced challenges, Food Network: Cook or Be Cooked will make everyone a star chef. Releasing just in time for the … Continue reading Cook Or Be Cooked Readying For Wii →

Ndoors Interactive announced today that a new mercenary class has entered the field of battle in Atlantica Online, the hit free-to-play MMORPG with an acclaimed strategic, turn-based battle system. The new mercenary is just one aspect of a large Fall update to the game that brings a variety of new features, fixes, and fun. The ‘Punisher' is the third and final mercenary to roll out this year, following the introduction of the Hwarang and Minstrel Paganini earlier this year. A melee character at heart, the ‘Punisher' wields the almighty Power Saw and is available to players of level 102 or … Continue reading Atlantica Online Gets New Classes →

StrongGames has announced the release of Gloom Beacon, the new addictive game that successfully blends role-playing set and turn-based card strategy. The game offers the chance to get into the world of magic and challenge the evil wizard and his black army. Gloom Beacon tells a tale of Oasis, once a thriving trade center, which has been turned into the residence of the Dark Lord named Krachont. Wielding dark magic, the evil wizard has enslaved the citizens, turned the former king into a ruthless monster and imprisoned the queen. The Oasis is now disguised by the Gloom Beacon, and ships … Continue reading Gloom Beacon Ready For Download →

Apple Corps, Ltd., MTV Games and Harmonix, the world's leading developer of music-based games and a part of Viacom's MTV Networks (NYSE: VIA, VIA.B), today announced The Beatles: Rock Band debuted as the top selling music video game in the U.S. for September. Released simultaneously with the digitally re-mastered Beatles CD catalogue on September 9, 2009, the critically acclaimed game was also the #2 selling title across all genres by revenue in the U.S for the month of September. In addition, over 100K downloads of "All You Need Is Love" were sold in September. The charity single was released exclusively … Continue reading The Beatles Declared #1 For September →

PSP owners will get a taste of something new and addictive this Fall with the downloadable strategy title Creature Defense. Set to be published by Hudson Entertainment, the North and South American publishing arm of HUDSON SOFT, Creature Defense will take the best elements of both the growingly popular "Tower Defense" simulation game and add in card-based gaming fundamentals to create a new challenge in strategy games. "Creature Defense comes along when Tower Defense games are taking off in prominence and fantasy card games are beginning to be integrated into videogames," said Mike Pepe, director of marketing of Hudson Entertainment. … Continue reading Creature Defense Planned For PSP →

2K Games announced today that the first piece of downloadable content for Borderlands, The Zombie Island of Dr. Ned, is planned for release later this year for all available platforms for $9.99 (800 Microsoft Points). The Zombie Island of Dr. Ned is in development at Gearbox Software and is the first in a series of downloadable expansions that will enhance the Borderlands mayhem in fun and exciting ways. Tasked with keeping the workers of Jakobs Cove alive, Dr. Ned (who is not related to Dr. Zed from Fyrestone) does his job a little too well, creating zombies and other abominations … Continue reading 2K Planning DLCs for Soon-to-be-released Borderlands →