Valve, creators of best-selling game franchises (such as Half-Life and Counter-Strike) and leading technologies (such as Steam and Source), today announced Valve's new zombie thriller, Left 4 Dead (L4D) is now available at retailers worldwide for the PC and the Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft. Early critical response and sales indicate Left 4 Dead is on track to become one of the top holiday game releases. Commercially, Left 4 Dead's pre-order numbers surpassed those of Valve's 2007 blockbuster, The Orange Box, by more than 160%. The game has been heralded critically, with Official Xbox Magazine U.S. … Continue reading Left 4 Dead Ships →

Ken Levine of 2K Boston will highlight the Cohort 9 graduation on Saturday, December 13 as commencement speaker. Ken Levine is the co-founder, President and Creative Director of 2K Boston. He led the creation of the multi-million selling, multiple game-of-the year award winning title BioShock. He was named 2007 Person of the Year by the One Up Network and was named the number one game developer of the 2007 by Next-Gen.Biz. The Guildhall at SMU graduation ceremony will begin at 2:30 p.m. at Crum Auditorium, James M. Collins Executive Education Center, SMU Main Campus, 3150 Binkley Avenue, Dallas, Texas, followed … Continue reading BioShock Designer Speaking At SMU Graduation →

BigWorld was announced the 7th fastest growing technology company in Australia by professional services firm Deloitte. BigWorld's percentage growth over the past three financial years was an impressive 526% making them the number one ranking software company in the competition. "This year's competition was dominated by software companies, so it's a tremendous achievement for BigWorld to be at the top of the ladder. We've experienced tremendous growth over the past three years and this is a real testament to the dedication and insightfulness of our managers and their teams" said John De Margheriti, CEO of BigWorld. BigWorld's success has been … Continue reading BigWorld Named #7 In Australia →

NinjaBee, a leading independent developer of Xbox LIVE Arcade titles, announced today its latest title, A Kingdom for Keflings, is the premium and only new Xbox LIVE Arcade game to incorporate in-game Xbox LIVE Avatar support for the launch of the New Xbox Experience. Players can use their customized Avatar in the game to personally build their kingdom and boss around the tiny Keflings. Players can use the new, customizable Avatar system to create a unique Avatar that looks the way they want and reflects their individual personality. These custom characters can instantly be put to work in the game … Continue reading Kingdom For Keflings Hits Live →

Ignition Entertainment Ltd., a UTV Enterprise, a worldwide publisher and developer of videogames announced today that The King of Fighters XII is coming to North America and Europe in 2009. In celebration of its landmark 15th Anniversary, The King of Fighters XII - one of the last great arcade 3-on-3 fighter games - is about to get even greater. For the first time in its history, this ultimate fighting game has undergone a complete graphical overhaul. All sprites used over the past 14 years have been dropped and replaced with new 2D high definition, high resolution sprites, on detailed 2D … Continue reading King Of Fighters XII Being Redrawn →

D3Publisher (D3P), a publisher and developer of interactive entertainment software, today announced that Cradle of Rome for Nintendo DS has shipped to retail stores across North America. Players will re-create the legendary city of old using a unique variation of the much loved Match-3 puzzle mechanic to build more than 20 masterpieces of the Ancient Roman architecture. With more than 100 mind-bending levels, each with its own puzzle board design, players will use a different strategy each time to build and conquer their way to become Emperor. Cradle of Rome for Nintendo DS is available for the suggested retail price … Continue reading Cradle Of Rome Ships For DS →

Konami Digital Entertainment, Inc., announced today that Castlevania Judgment for the Nintendo Wii has shipped to retail outlets nationwide. Produced by legendary Castlevania producer Koji "Iga" Igarashi, Castlevania Judgment marks the franchise's entry into the 3-D versus-action genre with a host of characters that span the franchise's 22-year history. "Konami has taken the Castlevania franchise in a new direction by uniting both new and legendary characters in a multiplayer combat game created exclusively for the Wii," said Anthony Crouts, vice president of marketing for Konami Digital Entertainment, Inc. "With gorgeous characters and rendered 3D graphics, Castlevania Judgment takes full advantage … Continue reading Castlevania Judgment Whips Wii →

Konami Digital Entertainment, Inc. and announce today that Karaoke Revolution Presents: American Idol Encore 2 for the Xbox 360 video game entertainment system from Microsoft, PLAYSTATION 3 computer entertainment system and Wii has shipped to retail stores nationwide. Featuring 40 all new smash-hit songs, including hits performed on the show, and several unique modes of play, KRAIE 2 enables players to sing and perform through a full season of competition to claim the title of American Idol. Contestants are challenged to put on their best performance as they must face digital versions of the famed judges – Simon Cowell, Paula … Continue reading American Idol Encore 2 Ships →

AmeriChannels (http://www.AmeriChannels.com) ― The exclusive North American publisher and distributor of the SoftRescue family of software migration products ― today announced the availability of SoftRescue Gamers Edition 2. "As individuals purchase new computers and move to Windows XP or Vista, they need a fast and efficient way to move their games with minimum downtime," said AmeriChannels CEO Craig Letourneau. "SoftRescue Gamers Edition 2 quickly searches for all installed games, as well as the associated extension packs and patches, and easily moves them from the old PC to the new PC. Users get extra value because not only can they perform … Continue reading Soft Rescue Edition 2 Ships →

Turbine, Inc. announced today that The Lord of the Rings Online: Mines of Moria is now available for purchase across North America and Europe. Mines of Moria expands the award-winning online world of Middle-earth and allows players to explore the ancient underground cities of the dwarves, battle epic characters in the depths, face off with the Watcher, be a part of the fateful release of Durin's Bane and more! In addition to extending the challenge to new heights, Mines of Moria will introduce two new classes, ten additional levels, hundreds of new quests, and the highly anticipated Legendary Item system. … Continue reading Mines Of Moria Expands Lord of the Rings Online →