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Iron Man Voice Actors Revealed

SEGA of America, Inc., SEGA Europe Ltd., and Marvel Entertainment, Inc. announced today that the Iron Man video game, based on the successful Marvel comic book series and the upcoming film by Marvel Studios, will feature the voice talents of Robert Downey Jr., Terence Howard and Shaun Toub. All three actors will reprise their onscreen roles of Tony Stark (Downey), Lt. Col. James "Rhodey" Rhodes (Howard), and Yinsen (Toub). The Iron Man video game launches day and date with the blockbuster movie on May 2, 2008. Iron Man, an explosive third-person action shooter game that pits one of the world's … Continue reading Iron Man Voice Actors Revealed

Ninja Reflex Releases On Steam

Valve and Nunchuck Games Inc., announced today the release of Ninja Reflex: Steamworks Edition. This special PC version of Ninja Reflex is available to users of Steam, Valve's pioneering digital distribution platform. Ninja Reflex uses a series of martial arts challenges to test gamers' reflexes, sharpen their hand-eye coordination, and measure their reaction times to the millisecond. To hone their skills, players wield throwing stars, katanas, nunchucks, and even chopsticks. The game tracks player progress via belt ranks, from White Belt all the way to Black Belt, 3rd Degree. Players also learn from their Sensei how to meditate in order … Continue reading Ninja Reflex Releases On Steam

9Dragons Releases New PvP Content

Acclaim Games announces the latest content releases for 9Dragons with the new Liaodong map and Storm vs. Storm PvP event. Players of the free to play martial arts MMORPG must defeat Japanese invaders in the beautiful and challenging new Liaodong map. In the new Storm vs. Storm event, they can team up with other players to take control of the manors, and then fight to defend their territory against other teams. These amazing new game updates will give players all new and exciting challenges to test their martial arts skills! The Liaodong area expansion represents a new direction for 9Dragons … Continue reading 9Dragons Releases New PvP Content

Jane's Hotel: Family Hero Released

Realore Studios announces the launch of Jane's Hotel: Family Hero, a new time management casual game. Jane's Hotel: Family Hero is a fun, new, addictive, casual game that tells the story of Jane, a young lady who must become the family's hero; she must buy back the family's hotels located all around the world. The hotels are located in the Canary Islands, England, France and Japan. After the success of the game Jane's Hotel, Realore Studios has decided to make their fans, fans of time management games, happy with the release of Jane's Hotel: Family Hero. About the Game: When … Continue reading Jane's Hotel: Family Hero Released

Imperium Romanum Hits US

SouthPeak Games today announced that "Imperium Romanum" is now available in North America. Imperium Romanum lets PC players revisit Rome's most epic conquests, following its ascent into history. Build, Reign, Defend! Set during the Roman Empire's zenith, the goal is to ensure that the glory of the Roman Empire is retained. Players lead their Roman province through natural disasters, crime waves, and threats of war. Monitor the city's prosperity by providing the people with everything from basic necessities to lavish luxuries. "Imperium Romanum is the genuine historical strategy gaming experience RTS players seek," said Melanie Mroz, CEO of SouthPeak Games. … Continue reading Imperium Romanum Hits US

TriplePoint Opens Office In Munich

TriplePoint, the leading international agency serving the interactive entertainment industry, expanded its strategic business operations by opening an office in Munich, Germany. Ute Palmer, formerly Head of PR with Koch Media, the largest independent publisher of games and DVD movies in Europe, leads the office as Managing Director of TriplePoint, Germany. Founded in 2002 as Kohnke Communications, the agency has grown to be the market leader in public relations, marketing, business development, and product consulting within the games and digital media market. TriplePoint has offices in San Francisco, New York, and Los Angeles, and TriplePoint Germany further extends the agency's … Continue reading TriplePoint Opens Office In Munich

Electronic Arts Sponsors Sci-Fi London

SCI-FI-LONDON today announces that Electronic Arts, the world's leading interactive entertainment software company, will be the official games sponsor for this year's SCI-FI-LONDON, the UK's only dedicated science fiction and fantastic film festival which will run from 30 April – 4 May 2008 at the Apollo West End theatre. As exclusive games sponsor, EA will be showcasing PC and console titles as part of the festival line-up, to include Mass Effect, Command & Conquer 3: Kane's Wrath, Spore and BOOM BLOX, while festival-goers will also get the chance to see a sneak preview of the forthcoming epic space horror game … Continue reading Electronic Arts Sponsors Sci-Fi London

LOTRO Previews Mines of Moria

By: Chella Ramanan Lord of the Rings Online is gearing up for a big expansion this fall, one that will take players deep and wide, all the way into the depths of Moria. GiN Reporter Chella Ramanan got a first hand look at the Mines of Moria expansion at the Codemasters Connect event this week, and said that the mines looked great so far. ‘Mines of Moria' is volume two of the hugely successful MMO game and allows players to explore the ruins of the legendary dwarven cities. The expansion also includes two new character classes – Rune Keeper and … Continue reading LOTRO Previews Mines of Moria

Free Version of Saga Released

Silverlode Interactive has released a free version of SAGA on schedule, as promised. The free version of SAGA will allow players to access the game without purchase and without credit card, in the same realms on the same servers with the paying SAGA players. Certain features will be locked, but otherwise players are welcome to join their friends online and participate in online massive strategy warfare without shelling out a penny. Thousands of players are queued up and waiting for the free version to get a look at SAGA before purchasing, and will be admitted online to join the thousands … Continue reading Free Version of Saga Released

House of Dead 2 And 3 Ships For Wii

SEGA of America, Inc. today has shipped THE HOUSE OF THE DEAD 2 & 3 RETURN for the Wii home video game system to stores in North America. Delivering two of the best versions from the popular arcade series, THE HOUSE OF THE DEAD 2 and THE HOUSE OF THE DEAD III, this great collection flawlessly brings the intense arcade action home with new features exclusive for Wii gamers. Renowned for its non-stop pace, great visual quality and memorable boss battles, THE HOUSE OF THE DEAD 2 & 3 RETURN pits the player against the relentless attack of lumbering zombies, … Continue reading House of Dead 2 And 3 Ships For Wii