Playrix Entertainment, developer of such top-quality casual games as Fishdom, The Rise of Atlantis and Around the World in 80 Days, announced plans to make its latest title – 4 Elements – available in the European retail markets before the end of 2008. Released just a month ago, the game has already received a lot of positive reviews and high ratings from industry experts on a number of large gaming channels. It has hit the most popular top sales charts taking the leading positions on Real, Big Fish, Reflexive, iWin, GameHouse and many others. Chuck Miller from GameZebo rated the … Continue reading Playrix Taking Games To European Market →

Robomodo officially launched today as a new game developer dedicated to producing top-tier products for current and next generation console platforms. The company, based in Chicago and formed in January of 2008, has recently entered into a development agreement to work on a title that will be published by Activision Publishing, Inc. on multiple platforms. Robomodo's team has a strong track record for marrying solid game design with an innovative artistic style. This team of 45 is looking to expand over the next year in order to support game development for established series, and eventually for its own IP, for … Continue reading Robomodo Becomes Words Newest Game Developer →

After receiving close to 25,000 visitors in 2007, Festival Arcadia will take the four floors of Pepsi Forum by storm from November 7 to 9 this year. In its fourth edition, Arcadia promises visitors a brand new upbeat "house party" concept, where each floor will have its own special surprises in store. It's non-stop gaming for three straight days! The heavy hitters of the industry-Nintendo, Sony, Microsoft, Eidos, Gameloft, Frima Studio and many more-will be on hand for this celebration of video game culture to present their latest releases, all sure to delight players of all ages, from novices to … Continue reading Gaming Festival Arcadia Gearing Up →

Videogame publisher XS Games announced today that the company's new arcade style air combat videogame, Rebel Raiders: Operation Nighthawk for Nintendo Wii is now available at retail outlets nationwide. Rebel Raiders is a must have title for all gamers who crave non-stop combat in the high heavens. A fast-paced, action-packed thriller with devastating weapons, spectacular explosions and impressive special effects, Rebel Raiders delivers the intensity and excitement of navigating dangerous enemy skies with the goal of ultimate supremacy. As a member of the Ghost Squadron, players will be immersed quickly into battle as they easily operate the aircraft controls using … Continue reading Operation Nighthawk Ships For Wii →

Konami Digital Entertainment, Inc. today announced that Silent Hill: Homecoming, the latest iteration in the popular survival horror series, has shipped to retailers nationwide. The first installment of Silent Hill to be released on next-generation consoles, Silent Hill: Homecoming is now available for the Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and the PLAYSTATION 3 computer entertainment system. In addition, Windows PC gamers can now download Silent Hill: Homecoming at www.steamgames.com. Silent Hill: Homecoming takes players deeper into the tormented history of the town and reveals the evil that surrounds Toluca Lake. The story follows Alex Shepherd, who … Continue reading Silent Hill: Homecoming Haunts PC, 360 & PS3 →

The popular GamerGeeks podcast show has started its new season with a brand new episode and plenty of surprises. The show stars GiN's own Todd Hargosh and Kelly Adams. The show has been running for a year now and has even done some live episodes at special events. To check out the show and the new season, set your browsers right here.

Today Ubisoft announced that My SAT Coach with The Princeton Review has shipped to retailers nationwide and is available exclusively for the Nintendo DS(TM) system. Developed in Ubisoft's Montreal studio and in partnership with The Princeton Review, the video game will help students prepare for the SAT exam with timed drills and mini-games where scores are tracked and the player is given recommendations on how to improve testing performance. With more than 2,000 new practice questions and two diagnostic exams, My SAT Coach with The Princeton Review is an invaluable test preparation tool. My SAT Coach with The Princeton Review … Continue reading UBISoft Launches DS My SAT Coach →

Already receiving critical raves for its gameplay, look, and sound, "Nikopol: Secrets of the Immortals" (PC) is now arriving on retail shelves across North America. An immersive, richly detailed suspense-adventure game based on the stories and art of famed graphic novelist and filmmaker Enki Bilal, "Nikopol: Secrets of the Immortals" is a dramatic and thrilling 3D adventure set in a futuristic Paris. Developed under Bilal's discerning eye by White Birds Productions, the studio founded by adventure game legend Benoît Sokal, the game deftly melds gorgeous graphics with thought-provoking puzzles. "Nikopol: Secrets of the Immortals" makes its retail debut at $29.99 … Continue reading Nikopol: Secrets of the Immortals Ships →

King's Bounty: The Legend has shipped to retailers in North America for the suggested price of $39.95. Developed by Katauri Interactive, published by 1C and distributed by Atari, King's Bounty: The Legend is an adventure with tactical turn-based battles and RPG elements unfolding in a fairytale fantasy world, a world of fearless knights, evil mages, wise kings and beautiful princesses. The player controls one character, leading him through the gameworld, exploring it, commanding armies in battle and accomplishing various scripts and bonus quests. The game progression falls into two separate parts – Adventure and Combat. In adventure mode, the player … Continue reading King's Bounty: The Legend Available →

D3Publisher (D3P), a publisher and developer of interactive entertainment software, announced today that the official game based on Aardman Animation's award-winning television series, Shaun the Sheep, is now available exclusively for Nintendo DS at major retailers worldwide. Gamers will play as the loveable sheep, Shaun, as he tries to find the rest of the flock before the Farmer arrives home. Shaun the Sheep will be available at North American retailers for the suggested retail price of $29.95 (USD). "We were thrilled to see Aardman's unique style and animation from the show really come alive on Nintendo DS. It was imperative … Continue reading Shawn The Sheep Gets DS Game →