2006 January

Today Ubisoft, one of the world’s largest video game publishers, announces that it will release Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Critical Hour for the Xbox video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and the PlayStation 2 computer entertainment system in Spring 2006. In Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Critical Hour, Ubisoft’s Quebec studio blends the finest elements [...]

Today Ubisoft, one of the world’s largest video game publishers, announced Tom Clancy’s Splinter Cell Essentials, a spy action game available exclusively for the PSP (PlayStation Portable) system. Available spring 2006 and developed specifically for the PSP system, Tom Clancy’s Splinter Cell Essentials will offer a new and unique gaming experience with a storyline drawn [...]

If you are at all like me, one of the greatest features of the new Xbox 360 is the wireless controllers. I will not go into details into the specifications and features that we all know and love, but instead an undocumented feature.
The nice thing about having the wireless controllers for me, other than [...]

Gamers all over the world will be testing their intelligence as D3Publisher of America, Inc. (D3PA), a publisher and developer of interactive entertainment software, today announced the release of their first game for the PSP (PlayStation Portable) system, PQ: Practical Intelligence Quotient. A 3D puzzle game that tests player’s problem solving skills, PQ uses the [...]

Matrix Games and Playnet are pleased to announce that the first person shooter and massive multiplayer game Battleground Europe has brought a new class into the virtual battlefield; the Sniper. This new addition comes hot on the heels of the game’s availability in North America from the Matrix Games store.

SEGA Europe Ltd. and SEGA of America, Inc are proud to announce that OutRun 2006: Coast to Coast, the next instalment in the OutRun series, is confirmed for release on the Xbox video game system from Microsoft. The Xbox version of OutRun 2006: Coast to Coast is scheduled to hit streets at the end of [...]

Software publisher Strategy First, Inc. a wholly owned subsidiary of Silverstar Holdings, Ltd. (NASDAQ: SSTR) announced today that their Agreement with Game Factory Interactive for the development of “Disciples III” has been terminated. Mistland South, a development studio owned by Game Factory Interactive, will therefore not be responsible for the development of this next addition [...]

Today Ubisoft, one of the world’s largest video game publishers, announced that its award-winning Montreal Studio is developing two new titles inspired by the recently released Far Cry Instincts video game.

Today Ubisoft, one of the world’s largest video game publishers, announced that it has signed an exclusive worldwide license agreement with 4Kids Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE: KDE) and Mirage Group to develop and publish Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, a video game based on the new CG feature-length film being produced by Imagi Animation Studios and to [...]

2K Sports, a publishing label of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. announced today that Major League Baseball 2K6, the only MLB licensed game on every major console, will fully utilize and integrate the innovative scouting tools from Inside Edge. Major League Baseball 2K6, with the help of the most comprehensive scouting data of Inside Edge, [...]

Software publisher Strategy First Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Silverstar Holdings, Ltd. (NASDAQ: SSTR), and Valve Corporation, a leading entertainment and technology studio, are pleased to announce the Steam launch date for “S.C.S - Dangerous Waters” and “Space Empires IV Deluxe.”

I have read many posts regarding the core versus premium debate over in the Xbox forums. I have not joined in on that debate because it seemed logical that if someone wanted to save a few bucks they could buy the core system and a memory card to enjoy all the aspects of the new [...]

Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO) announced the acquisition of Irrational Games, the award-winning development studio behind such titles as System Shock 2 and Freedom Force. Irrational Games joins the team of development studios under Take-Two’s 2K Games publishing label.

The long blue bar. The yellow block. And those darn zigzag things whose images stay on your brain. These familiar Tetris shapes started a generation of video game fans. Now Nintendo is putting a new spin on the classic with Tetris DS, available March 20 exclusively for Nintendo DS, which incorporates the use of Nintendo [...]

NCsoft, the world’s leading developer and publisher of online computer games, announces Guild Wars: Factions, the next chapter in the critically acclaimed Guild Wars franchise from ArenaNet studios. The Factions campaign will release in the second quarter of 2006. It offers players an incredible gameplay experience with many new choices, including new regions, professions, skills, [...]

Writing a review for an Xbox 360 video game that has 22 different characters you can play, seven modes of game-play, and a number of different ways to view your progress through the game must be a very daunting experience. It would seem that the time and care it takes to create a thorough review [...]

Namco Networks, a leading publisher and developer of wireless games and content, today announced the official establishment of Namco Networks America Inc. as the mobile-dedicated subsidiary for Namco Bandai Holdings (USA) Inc..

In the band’s illustrious 25 year career, INXS has sold more than 30 million albums worldwide, hosted a hit television show “Rock Star: INXS” and recently released their latest album, “SWITCH” to critical acclaim, but can they play Halo 2? Vocalist J.D. Fortune and his newest band mates will challenge lucky fans in [...]

At last, you can connect your PSP to the Internet easily, cheaply and WIRELESSLY! With WiFi MAX, a whole world of online gaming is opened, and you can also manage your files and surf the net from almost anywhere in the house.
WiFi MAX for PSP couldn’t be simpler to use. Just plug your USB Wi-Fi [...]

Software publisher Strategy First, Inc. a wholly owned subsidiary of Silverstar Holdings, Ltd. (NASDAQ: SSTR), and Object Software are happy to announce that they have signed a North American publishing agreement for “Seal of Evil.” The game is anticipated to be released in Q1 2006 for a suggested retail price of $29.99.