Gameloft, a leading publisher and developer of video games for mobile phones, today announced it has signed a distribution agreement with Paramount Pictures for world-wide rights to the mobile game inspired by the upcoming feature film, "Beowulf" from Academy Award-winning director Robert Zemeckis. Neil Gaiman & Roger Avary adapted the legend for the screen. The film is produced by Steve Starkey, Robert Zemeckis and Jack Rapke. The executive producers are Martin Shafer, Roger Avary and Neil Gaiman. Gameloft will develop, publish and distribute the game in over 75 countries. Groundbreaking director Robert Zemeckis offers a vision of the "Beowulf" saga … Continue reading Gameloft, Paramount Pictures To Make Beowulf Game →

BreakAway, Ltd. a leading developer of entertainment games and game-based simulations and training software announced today that Dave Curtin has joined the company as Vice President of Development. Curtin will be responsible for overseeing product development at BreakAway's Hunt Valley, MD headquarters, as well as at its Corpus Christi, TX studios. "We're excited to have Dave join our management team. His extensive experience in managing people and building industry relations will be a great asset to BreakAway," said Doug Whatley, Founder and CEO of BreakAway. "Dave will be instrumental in leading our development efforts helping to ensure we realize our … Continue reading BreakAway Hires Dave Curtin As VP →

Today GameTap is launching "Familiar Voices," the newest episode in "Myst Online: Uru Live." Players can now continue the journey that has featured to date – all-new puzzles, content and Ages as seen in recent episodes "Scars" and "A New Light." "Since launching in February, Myst Online continues to be one of our top titles at GameTap," said Ricardo Sanchez, vice president of content and creative director for GameTap. "One of the strengths of the game is the commitment of the community, whose interaction and feedback has a direct impact on the direction of these new episodic segments." In "Familiar … Continue reading GameTap Launches New Myst Episode →

VestGame Entertainment has announced that Magic Ages, its first fantasy MMORPG, will be ready for its North America release by the end of September. The company will soon also reveal the launch date for its closed beta testing. Set against the backdrop of an enchanted land and seeped in Norse and religious mythology, Magic Ages, is an immersive 2.5D MMORPG which has been in development for over one year. On the eve of Lucifer's escape from hell, the game plunges its players into an ancient war between two rival human kingdoms torn apart by hatred and on the verge of … Continue reading Magic Ages MMORPG Set For September Launch →

By: Chella Ramanan NCsoft Europe has released the latest expansion to City of Heroes, Issue 10: Invasion, so dust off your spandex and get the cape back from the cleaners. In true comic book style, villains and heroes must come together to protect planet Earth from attack by alien scum; in this case the evil Rikti. The expansion is free to current subscribers of City of Heroes and City of Villains and includes a Rikti co-op task force where heroes and villains team up to defeat a host of kick ass alien bosses. The Rikti War Zone has been designed … Continue reading City Of Heroes European Expansion Released →

Got Game Entertainment LLC today announced a North American retail publishing deal for "Da Vinci's Secret", a classic style matching game for the PC. Featuring an engaging storyline, original gameplay, and surprises at every turn, "Da Vinci's Secret" is a thrilling adventure for the mind. Scheduled for retail release September 2007 with a debut MSRP of $19.99 (USD), "Da Vinci's Secret" is rated "E" for Everyone by the ESRB. More puzzling than the Mona Lisa's smile, "Da Vinci's Secret" takes you on a mind-bending tour of Europe as you seek clues to unraveling an earth-shattering secret hidden in the enigmatic … Continue reading Got Game To Publish Da Vinci's Secret →

I-play, the mobile entertainment company, has signed a global deal with the FIA World Rally Championship (WRC), one of the largest spectator sports in the world, to bring the license to a mobile games audience for the first time. Mobile gamers will soon be able to experience the most dynamic and challenging motorsports imaginable, pitting the skills required to overcome every weather condition possible against the commercial aspirations of the world's leading car manufacturers. The game is set to launch in the fourth quarter of this year across North America, Europe and Asia Pacific. The WRC is one of the … Continue reading FIA Coming To Mobile →

The Xbox 360 horror masterpiece Vampire Rain has been added to the GiN Prize Pool. As always, one lucky reader wins a prize from that pool each week. "We always pick games for the prize pool that we think our readers will like, and Vampire Rain looks to be one of those classic hits that you pick up to play for five minutes and end up still sitting there five hours later," said Nate Wooley, publisher of Gameindustry.com and Game Industry News. "I mean you have stealth and tactical shooter elements all wrapped up in everyone's favorite horror survival genre. … Continue reading Vampire Rain Added To Prize Pool →

Electronic Arts Inc., (NASDAQ: ERTS) lights up the scoreboard and returns to the field with the launch of NCAA Football 08. Featuring all-new Skill Performance and a deeper Dynasty Mode, gamers can boost the motivation level of teammates by taking control and making big plays. With all-new My Shrine, the ability to experience real-time weather conditions and updates provided by The Weather Channel, and exciting plays like the Statue of Liberty, NCAA Football 08 recreates everything that's great about college football. Players can lead by example and control the action on the field! By improving their players' personal ratings on … Continue reading NCAA Football 08 Launches →

MTV Networks' Nickelodeon Kids and Family Group today announced its commitment to invest $100 million over the next two years in development, distribution and creation of casual gaming titles, sites and platforms. The announcement was made by Cyma Zarghami, President, Nickelodeon Kids and Family Group and was highlighted at the Casual Connect gaming conference in Seattle, WA, in a keynote address delivered by Nickelodeon Kids and Family Group's Executive Vice President of Digital Media, Steve Youngwood. This announcement from the Nickelodeon Kids and Family Group is part of MTV Networks' overall commitment to leading in the gaming space, including casual … Continue reading Nickelodeon Puts $100 Million Into Casual Games →