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Supreme Commander 2 Release Date

Fri, 19 Nov 2009 GMT

Square Enix Ltd., the publisher of Square Enix® interactive entertainment products in Europe and other PAL territories, today announces SUPREME COMMANDER® 2, created by critically-acclaimed developer Gas Powered Games, will be available on the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and PC-DVD in Spring 2010.

SUPREME COMMANDER 2 is the next installment in the award-winning SUPREME COMMANDER franchise, set 25 years further into the future. Featuring numerous game enhancements, an in-depth campaign mode, online multiplayer and a unique storyline, the game represents a new dimension in RTS gaming.

Boasting intense battles on a massive scale, players will wage war, creating enormous customizable armies and experimental war machines that can change the balance of power at any given moment. Assume the role of one of the three enigmatic commanders, each representing a unique faction with a rich story that brings a new level of emotional connection to the RTS genre.

"The partnership with Square Enix has been a highlight of my career," said Chris Taylor, Founder and Creative Director of Gas Powered Games. "I couldn’t be more proud of what the team has accomplished, as the game has continually exceeded all of my expectations throughout its development."

Larry Sparks, Vice President Brands PAL Region of Square Enix Ltd. comments, “SUPREME COMMANDER 2 has already achieved fantastic recognition across media and the RTS community winning E3 Best Strategy Game 2009 from IGN, 1UP and GameSpot. We’re thrilled to be working with Gas Powered Games to release a game that really pushes the genre’s gameplay and storyline expectations to a new level.”
For more information about SUPREME COMMANDER 2 please visit the official website at www.supremecommander.com

About SUPREME COMMANDER 2

Story

Set 25 years after the end of the Infinite War, SUPREME COMMANDER 2 starts with the galaxy reeling from the recent assassination of the newly elected president of the fragile Colonial Defense Coalition. The members of the Coalition – the United Earth Federation, The Illuminate and the Cybran Nation –blame each other, and the early rumbles of war can be heard throughout the galaxy.

Features

• Take on the role of three enigmatic commanders; former friends from each of the unique factions The United Earth Federation (UEF), The Illuminate and the Cybran Nation who get dragged into a conflict of galactic consequences

• Explore a rich, character-driven single-player game which spans over 18 missions and delivers a new level of emotional connection to the RTS genre, or take the battle online for an exhilarating multi-player experience

• Fight action-packed battles on a massive scale, waging war with enormous land, air and naval units in visually spectacular environments, brought to life by all-new rendering technology and a true evolution of RTS controls on both platforms

• Upgrade and customize armies with new weapons and technology and deploy them instantly on the battlefield, turning a base-level tank into a high-powered, multi-barreled, anti-aircraft-sporting multipurpose battle unit

• Deploy wild experimental war machines that can change the balance of power at any given moment.

• Experience a streamlined economy and redesigned UI that put the focus squarely on combat, battlefield tactics and high-level strategic decision making, and give improved player feedback in Strategic Zoom view.

Men of War: Red Tide Demo Released

Fri, 19 Nov 2009 GMT

Who: Leading Eastern and Central European publisher 1C Company

What: Men of War: Red Tide public demo is available for download

Where: The demo can be downloaded from:
ftp://ftp.1cpublishing.eu/MOWRT_demo_en.rar
http://www.gamersgate.com/demos/MOWRT_demo_en.rar

When: Available immediately, there is no embargo on any reviews for this title

BACKGROUND INFORMATION

Men of War: Red Tide is a sequel to the critically acclaimed RTS Men of War. It is a stunning mixture of RTS and a third-person action that introduces a new fighting force known for its brutal efficiency during the height of World War II. Played out across more than 20 missions, Men of War: Red Tide has players take command of the feared "Black Coats," the nickname given to Soviet Marines, an elite combat group specializing in engagements near the shoreline. The player has direct control of new game units including the Black Coats, new tanks, self-propelled guns, armored trains, landing craft, artillery and new enemy emplaced weapons to capture and use. New air support options include new fighters, bombers, hydroplanes; cruisers, destroyers and gun boats which provide naval fire support. Fighting during the Black Sea Campaigns of WWII, history buffs and WWII aficionados will recognize theaters of battle such as Odessa, Sevastopol, Theodosia, Eltingen, Nikolaev and Constan!

Dogfights Announced

Fri, 19 Nov 2009 GMT

iEntertainment Network (PINK SHEETS: IENT today announced the fast-flying excitement of World War II aerial combat comes to life in Dogfights, the latest release in the successful WarBirds series. Dogfights, a single-player game, takes flight in January on PC and Mac with realistic and adrenaline-pumping missions for the bravest of gamers.

Gamers choose one of three levels of pilot expertise: Rookie, Pilot, or the highly skilled Ace. They can select among 100 historically accurate aircraft to meet an armada of incoming aircraft in over 40 combat mission combinations. With its dynamic game engine, no two air battles will ever be the same. In each air battle the player can score points, build rank, and acquire medals to compete for the coveted title of WGFP - Worlds' Greatest Fighter Pilot!

Players can fly over multiple historical terrains including England, Europe, and North Africa, including many of the great cities like London, Paris, and Berlin. Players can participate in Pacific battle campaigns over the Philippines and Midway terrains.

Imagine a dogfight with you against 10 MeBf-109s or Fw-190s...you have limited ammo, you're low on fuel...and only your altitude, speed, and your steely self-control will keep you alive on the Ace level! Get in some shots and get out or you die!

Bonus Deal: Dogfight players get free 30-day trial of MMOG WarBirds

Dogfights allows all retail purchasers a 30-day free trial in the aerial combat MMOG WarBirds where players can compete in air-to-air action against other real players in online combat and join online squadrons. They can go on raids with their squadron mates and participate in reenactments of many of the great air events of World War II. WarBirds can be found at www.Totalsims.com. Players can download the online version of WarBirds for free and learn how to manage air-to-air combat online in real time, and to fly with live personal trainers by logging into the online arenas of WarBirds.

Dogfights will be available in January 2010 at $29.95 at your local retail store.

Dogfights is distributed by Interactive Gaming Software (IGS). For more information, visit www.igs-games.com.

Field of Glroy In Stores

Fri, 19 Nov 2009 GMT

Slitherine is proud to announce the online release of Field of Glory Digital. The PC turn-based strategy game is the official digital product of the award winning tabletop gaming system. Now translated into all major European languages, the wargames rules have appeared on the shelves of bookstores across the world. To date sales of the series have exceeded 200.000 copies and comprise of the full Wargames rule set plus 10 additional Companion Books, with the final Companion now in production to complete this popular series.

Fans worldwide have praised the quality and realism of this production which is created by Wargames specialists Slitherine and distributed by military history book publishers Osprey Publishing. Over 80,000 posts on the FOG forums and an ever growing community of fans have built on the success of the original system and now Forum members are contributing towards FOG’s expansion into the Renaissance and Napoleonic eras.

The Field of Glory brand has become so popular within the wargaming community, that the brand is now supporting a range of wargaming products such as specially designed FOG terrain from manufacturers Miniature Worldmaker.

Slitherine is now launching the digital version to allow fans to play single player battles against the AI or multiplayer battles across the internet. The innovative multiplayer system created specifically for this product has been designed to be an evolution of the play by e-mail (PBEM) system. Player will find there is no need to download files or any other complicated process to view your opponent’s turns. The game also handles multiple matches in real time without any interaction from the player. No more searching through lobbies for an opponent – your challenges can be issued and then accepted when you are offline, and your opponent can play his turn while you sleep and it’s all there ready for you in the morning.

Jointly developed with UK specialist Hexwar, the games is set during the Rise of Rome, from Zama in North Africa to the battles of Boudicca’s revolt in Britain.

The game's main features include:

Game play that allows key decisions to decide the results of historical battles.
Detailed and accurate depiction of ancient warfare (combat mechanics, leaders, morale).
Single and 2 player head to head modes, together with an internet based multi-player system.
18 battles of varying size.
Play as the Achaean League, Carthage, Caledonians, Gaul, Germanic Tribes, Macedonians, Spartacus Slave Revolt, Romans or even Romans vs. Romans at Pharsalus.
Comprehensive scenario builder is included. There are graphics for 11 different terrain types with western European and arid settings. 141 different battle group types within the system, and also allowing almost limitless ability to modify their individual behavior in the game.

Later releases will include additional battle packs and an army designer where players will be able to choose their favorite armies and match their skills against opponents of their choice, on an infinite selection of battle fields.

Field of Glory Patched

Thu, 18 Nov 2009 GMT

Slitherine has just announced the release of a patch for Field of Glory. Fixes bring the game up to version 1.01. Gamers logging into the game will be notified of the availability of the patch, or can download it directly from here.

Changes in todays Version 1.01

New scenario - ‘Starter Army Battle 2’, User generated scenario.
New scenario - ‘Sambre 57BC’, User generated scenario.
New scenario - ‘Heraclea 280BC’ user generated battle.
Mouse wheel zoom. The mouse wheel now gives free zoom in and zoom out control in the game and in the editor.
Difficulty levels. These now modify the number of battlegroups needed to win/lose a game. These cannot be used in multiplayer. The difficulty level is also now shown on the Victory display.
Fixed a crash bug - Null pointer exception in uiplayer.s.AncientsUI.SetPreference.
Fixed a crash bug - Null pointer exception in gamelogic.s.CohesionDieModifier.CombatCohesionTest.
Fixed a bug where changing the base colours crashed the game.
Fixed a bug where dead leaders were not being stored correctly in multiplayer.
Fixed a bug where music did not loop properly and another where music volume levels were not being stored correctly.
In game help now accessible from the start menu without launching the game.
The game now reports when a unit is disordered but not in combat.
Fixed a bug where Fragmented units were able to evade from combat.
Chargers will now pursue beyond the line of first contact if the enemy evades and will contact secondary targets if they can.
Fixed a bug related to an unused terrain type in the editor.
Removed invalid apostrophe characters from help text.
The animation speed is reset on loading to prevent bugs where units could not move. We have also moved the location of preference files and saved them at every opportunity to prevent them not being stored. We were not able to repeat the issue reported so if users still have problems with preferences not being stored pet us know.
In the Map editor added the ability to create elements for text newline characters.
Reduced the appearance of coloured vertical and horizontal lines at certain zoom levels.
Added the ability to convert line break elements into newline characters when loading text by SAX.
Added the ability to convert line break elements into newline characters when loading text by DOM.
In the Map editor the Side VP counts now update on closing unit fixed properties window.
A possible crash in Multiplayer has been prevented by removing any special characters from messages - this means accented characters may no longer appear so please use standard ASCII characters.
Multiplayer chat messages are limited to 1024 character to prevent abuse!
A small change to the ‘Indistavio 16AD’ OB.
A small change to the ‘Starter Army Battle 1’ OB.

Dragon Age: Origins Patched

Thu, 18 Nov 2009 GMT

A patch has been released for Dragon Age: Origins. The version 1.01b patch lists the following fixes:

Fixed potential corruption of character statistics.
Fixed portrait appearance sliders when importing a character from the downloadable Character Creator.
Fixed import for preset face settings from the downloadable Character Creator.
Made Easy difficulty easier.
Slightly increased attack, defense, and damage scores for all party members at Normal difficulty.
Fixed video issues when running on a very wide screen display, including ATI Eyefinity displays.
Fixed an issue with Dragon Age and Windows Game Explorer.
Updated Visual C runtime libraries.

The patch may be downloaded directly from Bioware's website.

2nd Armada 2526 Trailer Released

Fri, 12 Nov 2009 GMT

Matrix Games (www.matrixgames.com), Tri Synergy (www.trisynergy.com) and Ntronium Games (www.ntronium.com) are thrilled to release another gameplay trailer for their highly anticipated turn-based/real time strategy blend, Armada 2526!

The trailer is available on YouTube and for download from the Matrix product page.

David Heath, Director of Operations at Matrix Games, said “This new trailer exhibits both the strategic and tactical aspects of Armada 2526. Gamers can really get the best of both worlds: addictive turn-based strategy and action-packed space battles. Both RTS and turn-based strategy fans will find a lot of entertainment in Armada 2526.”

Shane Nestler of Tri Synergy added “We’re very excited to see the fan reaction to this fantastic game. A vibrant community is already growing around Armada 2526 and this should only increase once the game is available.”

Expand your Empire, Conquer the Galaxy!

Armada 2526 is the heir to one of the first great space empire-building games and it is the product of veteran game designer and developer R.T. Smith, of “Total War” series fame. You guide your race from its first interstellar journeys, until it becomes a mighty galactic empire. Along the way, you'll explore the galaxy, conduct research, diplomacy and trade, found new colonies, maneuver mighty star fleets, and fight epic battles. Create bustling colonies on foreign worlds to build powerful fleets, construct advanced buildings and research facilities that will help you master space and defend your civilization! In a close race for victory, alliances forged through bartering and good will can help tip the balance of power in your favor as alien empires seek power and glory at your expense.

Powerful tutorial and adviser features help any would-be galactic commander get up to speed quickly, and with endless possible strategies Armada 2526 offers many different strategies to best your alien foes.

Unlike many games in this genre, Armada 2526 focuses on providing a game that can be finished in a reasonable time and emphasizes decisive strategy over micro-management.

Get more information on Armada 2526 from its official product page.

Combat Mission Shock Force Patched

Thu, 11 Nov 2009 GMT

Combat Mission Shock Force has been patched to v1.21.

The latest version 1.21 patch for COMBAT MISSION SHOCK FORCE, CMSF MARINES and CMSF BRITISH FORCES is available for download. This free patch offers more than 60 improvements and a number of new features, such as:

an all new "Scenario Author Test" play mode
improved roads rendering on rough ground and steep slopes
improved calculations for tree damage from artillery and projectiles
dust being kicked up from firing small arms
additional Equipment Quality options and other TO&E changes...
...and much more!

Additionally, the v1.21 patch is now including updates for the base game and all the modules in one single "intelligent" patch. No need to download several patches - just one patch will present you with the option to update your base game, base game + Marines, base game + British, or base game + both Modules at the same time, depending on which games you own.

This patch does NOT work for players who have ONLY the base base, retail version (Paradox or Gamersgate version), and no modules! A separate "Plain Jane" v1.21 patch for these customers will be released in the future.

Here just a few highlights from the latest release:

Top gunner in a Humvee can use a personal weapon if his vehicle-mounted weapon is out of action.
Powerful projectiles like sabot can penetrate trees and be slightly deflected rather than stopped.
Roads are smoother when traversing rough ground or steep slopes.
Large rocks (flavor objects) are more of a deterrent to navigate over.
Updated behavior for artillery/air support time-to-target. Conventional Red formation leaders are now allowed to call in artillery from batteries at battalion level or below (e.g. light mortars).
Troops may be given simultaneous Hide and Face commands, but changing facing often requires a soldier to change position slightly, during which time he will not be "hiding".
"Scenario Author Test" may be selected as a Skill Mode (1-player only). It will cause all enemy units to be fully displayed to the player, but not additionally "known" to player's troops.
Small bullets kick up a tiny bit of dirt and dust when they hit ground.

Marines Module Only

US Marines sometimes have M203 grenade launchers instead of M32, especially at lower Equipment Quality settings.
Added US Marine Mk11 sniper rifle (equivalent to Army M110).

British Module Only

Jackal GMG (aka grenade launcher) can now be found in the Fire Support Section of the British Infantry Rifle Company, when the equipment rating is good (otherwise they get a WMIK).
Gunner in LMTV will use his personal night-vision gear when appropriate.
LMTV carries more passenger weapons and ammunition.

Click here to access the CMSF Patches page

Close Combat: The Longest Day Patched

Fri, 5 Nov 2009 GMT

Matrix Games (www.matrixgames.com) and Strategy 3 Tactics are pleased to announce the release of the new comprehensive v5.50.07 update for Close Combat: The Longest Day, the newest release in the Close Combat series. This major update comes with dozens of bug fixes, map line of sight tweaks, data file changes for increased historical accuracy of equipment performance, and much more.

David Heath, Director of Operations at Matrix Games, said “Close Combat: The Longest Day has earned many well-deserved accolades from gamers and reviewers alike as it recreates the full scope and incredible challenge of the first day of the Allied landings in Normandy. We’re thrilled to continue to support this fantastic game series and Close Combat fans should expect more updates for existing releases as well as additional new releases!”

Close Combat - The Longest Day is a highly enhanced rebuild of the critically acclaimed Close Combat Invasion Normandy, originally developed by Atomic Games. Take command of either the Allied Expeditionary Force or Germany’s Wehrmacht. You will either carry out the world’s largest amphibious invasion to liberate Europe from Nazi occupation or defend Hitler’s Atlantic Wall! From the initial airborne landings to the fight for the beaches and the drive inland towards the D-Day objectives, Close Combat – The Longest Day covers it all.

Close Combat – The Longest Day comes with expanded force pools, support for much larger maps, night battles with simulated flare effects, and more! Also included in this rebuild is are 60+ battles, operations and campaigns including a new enhanced Grand Campaign covering all the beaches and landing areas as well as "classic" CC5 style Grand Campaign available for download!

This update is comprehensive and will bring all previous versions of the game up to 5.50.07. Get more information on Close Combat: The Longest Day from its official product page.

New PT Boats Knights of the Sea Video

Fri, 5 Nov 2009 GMT

Battlefront.com has released a new video for PT Boats: Knights of the Sea. This video shows some great shots of ships firing their guns; the water effects are impressive. Check out the video on the PT Boats media page:

http://www.battlefront.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=blogcategory&id=236&Itemid=365

Dragon Age: Origins Hits Store Shelves

Wed, 3 Nov 2009 GMT

November 3, 2009 – Leading video game developer BioWare™, a division of Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: ERTS) announced today that the highly-anticipated game Dragon Age™: Origins is now available on the PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system, Xbox 360® videogame and entertainment system and PC. Dragon Age: Origins introduces a dark and gritty approach to the fantasy genre where players must make ruthless decisions and be willing to sacrifice their friends and loved ones for the greater good of mankind. Several downloadable content packs are also now available, including Warden’s Keep, The Stone Prisoner and the Blood Dragon Armor.

“The launch of Dragon Age: Origins is the fantasy event of 2009,” said Dr. Ray Muzyka, co-founder of BioWare and Group General Manager of the RPG/MMO Group at EA. “I am extremely proud of the entire development team - and we’re all very excited to release one of our best games yet!”

BioWare has also launched a robust package of downloadable content (DLC) for Dragon Age: Origins. The Stone Prisoner gives players access to new environments, items, hours of additional gameplay and the mighty stone golem Shale who can become one of the most powerful party members in the game. The Warden’s Keep premium DLC provides players of Dragon Age: Origins with a new dungeon-exploring adventure, new loot including a set of ancient Grey Warden armor, a chance to gain two of six mysterious new abilities, a new base complete with merchants and a party chest to store their hard-earned items. In addition, BioWare has released the Blood Dragon Armor DLC, a set of themed armor that gives players additional protection in combat and will be available for use in both Dragon Age: Origins on the PlayStation 3, Xbox 360 and PC and in Mass Effect™ 2 on the Xbox 360 and PC.

Players who previously downloaded the Dragon Age: Origins Character Creator to create their player character can now bring their hero to life in Dragon Age: Origins for PC. Screenshots, game data and story information can be uploaded to the new BioWare Social Network at http://social.bioware.com as players share great moments of their own personal adventure with other community members.

In Dragon Age: Origins, players take the role of a Grey Warden, one of the last of an ancient order of guardians. Now, as a rising evil threatens to destroy all life, it is up to players to unite the shattered lands and slay the corrupted dragon known as the Archdemon. On this journey, players will need to make critical choices that affect them and various members of their party.

Dragon Age: Origins is available today in North America on PlayStation®3, Xbox 360® videogame and entertainment system and PC. In Europe, Dragon Age: Origins will be released on November 6th on the Xbox 360® videogame and entertainment system and PC and later in November on PlayStation®3. Dragon Age: Origins is rated M by the ESRB and 18+ by PEGI.

For more information on Dragon Age: Origins, please visit www.dragonage.com.

Smugglers IV Demo Released

Sat, 30 Oct 2009 GMT

Matrix Games (www.matrixgames.com) and Niels Bauer Games (www.nielsbauergames.com) are excited to announce the release of a playable demo for Smugglers IV - Doomsday. This demo will give gamers an in depth look at the fun and challenging turn-based space-trading game. In addition, a new batch of screenshots is also available for viewing to mark the release of the demo.

The demo is available from our downloads page and these mirrors: Worth Downloading, Patches-Scrolls, and Gamer’s Hell.

David Heath, Director of Operations at Matrix Games, said “The Smugglers IV - Doomsday demo is a blast to play and should give gamers a good introduction to what our updated Matrix Games release has to offer. The game is so easy to pickup and so hard to put down that any type of gaming fan should give this free demo a try.”

Through trading, fulfilling missions, or pirating, you can earn the money and skills necessary to buy new ships and upgrade your equipment. As success brings larger ships, missions, and enemies, you'll have to manage a crew, board & plunder enemy ships, and even conquer star systems. You can move up in rank with the factions you align with and gain special abilities and powers as you become more experienced. Smugglers IV offers addicting open-ended gameplay where the opportunities for victory are virtually limitless – make your choices wisely, however, as your actions will ultimately have an impact on a galactic scale!

Game Features

Acquire up to 60 different abilities and choose between 6 different professions (trader, combat trader, mercenary, bounty hunter, smuggler, and pirate).
24 star systems with over 75 planets. Visit your favorite planets or discover some new systems. Beautifully crafted planet art.
Four different factions with completely different ship textures, uniforms and medals (depending on your success you can pin rank signs, ribbons and medals on your proud chest).
Completely new spaceships ranging from small fighters and corvettes up to large freighters and battleships.
Crew combat featuring battle droids, EMP weapons and commando attacks. You can board and capture enemy ships.
The ships have special equipment and abilities that makes every spaceship unique.
Turn-based space combat system including different abilities such as cloaking, recharging shields, boarding enemy ships, etc.
Advanced trade systems (Realistic supply-and-demand based pricing for those who love to trade)
Non-linear war and campaign system. You can influence the war and how you do that is now displayed even better.
And much, much more...

Get more information on Smugglers IV – Doomsday from its official product page.

Fort Zombie Released

Sat, 30 Oct 2009 GMT

Fort Zombie has been released to retail. Sold only via GamersGate at present.

Warship Combat: Navies At War Released

Sat, 30 Oct 2009 GMT

The long anticipated highly detailed naval wargame from NWS is finally available. Covering over half a century of warfare, this game is a naval grog's dream. Some of its features include:

Turn based naval computer naval wargame presently covering 1890-1950, with other time frames planned for future editions.
3D/2D hybrid single screen intuitive interface.
Nations presently included: United States, Great Britain, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Austria-Hungary, and Russia with more to be added in future updates.
Over 400 classes of warships covering 8 nationalities with more due to be added in downloadable updates!
Tactical map covering 40nm x 40nm of ocean.
Ship types include dreadnoughts, battleships, battlecruisers, heavy cruisers, light cruisers, destroyers, and monitors.
Animations include gun flashes, gunnery hits, torpedo hits, salvo splashes, sinking ships, and critical hit explosions.
Weather, visibility, and sea state environmental options.
Detailed system, structural, and floatation damage including fires and progressive flooding.
Fire control systems, search/fire control radars, smoke screens, searchlights, and star shell effects.
4 levels of illumination for night combat calculations.
Main battery, secondary battery, tertiary battery, and torpedo battery targeting.
Optional rates of fire that include ranging, spotted, and full rate of fire.
Detailed ammunition levels for all gun batteries.
Full tactical map maneuvering and shellfire evasion.
3 types of ammunition that include high explosive, common/semi-armor piercing, and armor piercing.
Detailed and accurate gunnery and torpedo combat calculations.
Random scenario generator for various sized battles and the ability to easily create custom designed battles.
Battle viewer, division display, and tactical map interface.
Detailed ship graphics, high quality ocean, and sky backgrounds.
Engagements can include up to 8 divisions of 8 ships each for a total of 64 warships. (Larger battles planned for future updates.)
Armor ratings for armored ships include vertical belt, horizontal deck, turret front, turret top and superstructure.
Detailed torpedo protection system ratings and mechanics.
Easy to use and intuitive single screen interface.
Full stereo sound effects including explosions, torpedo launches, gunfire, splashes, and background music.
Very challenging and effective AI opponent.
The ability to handle 200 scenarios and 200 saved battles.
Very easy to use for naval board game surface combat resolution!

More information can be found at the NWS website.

GamersGate New Releases This Week

Fri, 29 Oct 2009 GMT

The new releases for this week on GamersGate are:

Men of War: Red Tide
Football Manager 2010
Torchlight
Borderlands
East India Company: Privateer
GM Rally
FIFA Manager 10
A Farewell to Dragons
Ship Simulator 2008 Collectors Edition

New Fort Zombie YouTube Trailer Released

Fri, 29 Oct 2009 GMT

A new YouTube trailer for Fort Zombie has been released and if the soundtrack matches the gameplay this could be a real winner.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jkzVSucG5kY

PT Boats Screenshots Of Featuring Anti-Air

Fri, 29 Oct 2009 GMT

The screenshots released today is the first of several theme sets to be released in the next weeks for the upcoming naval simulation PT Boats - Knights of the Sea. This week's theme is Anti-aircraft combat. No naval simulation would be complete without detailed treatment of aviation. From scout planes to sub-hunters, PT Boats: Knights of the Sea simulates all the important aircraft of the era.

The screenshots can be found here: http://www.battlefront.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=blogcategory&id=236&Itemid=365

La batalla de Quatre Bras - Napoleonic Book - Spanish Language Only

Wed, 27 Oct 2009 GMT

La batalla de Quatre Bras, 16 de junio de 1815 (BOOK IN SPANISH)

ISBN:978-84-9328-617-0
Páges: 68 Pages in color with Photos, Maps en 2D and 3D, Graphics
Autores: David Gómez yand others.

Wargames Soldiers and Strategy have been studying and designing this initiative for some time, and finally, thanks to many people, they can now offer it to you. The idea is not to market an exhaustive analysis of a battle or campaign, as many marvelous studies are already on the market for anyone who wants to study a given action in depth. What they offer is a 68-page paperback in full colour, in which a fan can find everything he needs without having to refer to a thousand different sources. In other words:

• A short historical narrative of the action in question
• 2D and 3D maps to locate the units at all times
• Complete order of battle
• Tables describing the uniforms of all the units present at the battle
• Information on flags, commands and organization

The book is fully illustrated with photos of miniatures painted by the more reputable painters in the wargame world today.

They have chosen QUATRE-BRAS for this first volume, because of its importance and relevance, the battle of Quatre-bras, prior to Waterloo. All the miniatures and deployments you see were painted by Javier Gomez “el Mercenario” and David Gomez. At the moment, the book will be only in Spanish and they are already preparing the next, which will have a theme from the Second World War.

FOR MORE INFORMATION: www.warmodelling.com

World War 2: Time of Wrath Patched

Sun, 24 Oct 2009 GMT

Matrix Games and Wastelands Interactive www.wastelands-interactive.com are pleased to announce the release of a new update for their WWII turn-based grand strategy game, WW2: Time of Wrath. The new comprehensive 1.60 update marks the first major official update for Time of Wrath and it’s positively massive in size. It is strongly recommended that all Time of Wrath customers download and install this update.

As far as changes, the update includes roughly 200 tweaks and fixes such as: a number of crash fixes as well as host of minor fixes ranging from event fixes to interface fixes to gameplay and AI fixes all the way to map fixes. There are also plenty of new interesting historical events, better AI performance, and many user-requested interface improvements including an option to round unit strength to show a whole number only. Also along the line of interface improvements, there is a better display of movement for all units and rebase range for all aircraft in addition to an improved purchase screen. Customers will also enjoy improved orders of battle in a number of scenarios and a general rebalancing of air power.

David Heath, Director of Operations at Matrix Games, said “This update leaves no stone unturned and nearly every aspect of the game has been improved, polished, and tweaked. We’re always thrilled to work with our developers to provide a top-notch level of post-release support to our games and this update does just that!”

From the front lines in France and Russia to the deserts of North Africa and the airfields and convoys of Britain, the campaigns of World War II are yours to command in WW2: Time of Wrath! This turn-based grand strategy title, the highly improved and expanded sequel to WW2: Road to Victory, puts the player in charge of the political, economic and military decisions of one or more Axis or Allied nations, including minor nations. A diplomacy system based on political points allows you to sway possible allies to your side. An upgraded and expanded naval combat system includes fleet engagements, combat patrols, massive aircraft carriers, elusive raiders and U-Boats as well as a convoy system.

Concentrate precious industrial resources on building, training and upgrading a wide variety of combat units from airborne soldiers and armored divisions up to nuclear weapons! Historical leaders enhance the performance of your armies and hundreds of historical events like the Molotov-Ribbentrop Pact, Lend-Lease and more give you choices that can change the course of history. WW2: Time of Wrath is fought across turns that vary in length by season and 25 km hexes with divisions and corps, giving the player a broad strategic picture of the war while still leaving enough room for operational decisions.

Get the update here. This update is comprehensive and will bring any previous version to 1.60. We strongly recommend that every owner of WW2: Time of Wrath upgrades to this version of the game.

Smugglers IV In Stores

Thu, 21 Oct 2009 GMT

Matrix Games (www.matrixgames.com) and Niels Bauer Games (www.nielsbauergames.com) are pleased to announce the release of the turn-based space trading game Smugglers IV - Doomsday on the Matrix Games Online Store.

Smugglers IV - Doomsday is a fun and challenging turn-based space-trading game where you take command of an advanced space ship amidst a galaxy torn by war and crime! With your ship and skilled crew you can choose to be a greedy trader, ambitious bounty hunter, ruthless pirate, or one of the other professions in your quest for riches, fame, and power!

David Heath, Director of Operations at Matrix Games, said “Smugglers IV is a great game that really pulled us in with ‘just one more turn’ gameplay. The galaxy is a sandbox for your alter-ego and it’s really up to you how far you rise or how fast you fall (and whether you stay within the law or go completely outside it). The backstory and ongoing events add to the immersion, but the high replayability and fun gameplay are what kept us coming back and ultimately made up our minds that we needed to bring this title to our customers.”

Through trading, fulfilling missions, or pirating, you can earn the money and skills necessary to buy new ships and upgrade your equipment. As success brings larger ships, missions, and enemies, you'll have to manage a crew, board & plunder enemy ships, and even conquer star systems. You can move up in rank with the factions you align with and gain special abilities and powers as you become more experienced.

Smugglers IV offers addicting open-ended gameplay where the opportunities for victory are virtually limitless – make your choices wisely, however, as your actions will ultimately have an impact on a galactic scale!

Game Features

Acquire up to 60 different abilities and choose between 6 different professions (trader, combat trader, mercenary, bounty hunter, smuggler, and pirate).
24 star systems with over 75 planets. Visit your favorite planets or discover some new systems. Beautifully crafted planet art.
Four different factions with completely different ship textures, uniforms and medals (depending on your success you can pin rank signs, ribbons and medals on your proud chest).
Completely new spaceships ranging from small fighters and corvettes up to large freighters and battleships.
Crew combat featuring battle droids, EMP weapons and commando attacks. You can board and capture enemy ships.
The ships have special equipment and abilities that makes every spaceship unique.
Turn-based space combat system including different abilities such as cloaking, recharging shields, boarding enemy ships, etc.
Advanced trade systems (Realistic supply-and-demand based pricing for those who love to trade)
Non-linear war and campaign system. You can influence the war and how you do that is now displayed even better.
Unique text engine providing different storylines of the war and mission descriptions (e.g. 10,000 different war declarations possible). Maybe this is the first time this has been successfully accomplished in a computer game.
New music and SFX created by Nathan Madsen.
Special locations spawning on the map (like hidden treasures, spy ships, VIP traders, alien artifacts...).
Smuggling and pirating are lucrative and meaningful with hideouts and aging of criminal flags.
Become Admiral and get command over a fleet of ships (in some missions).
Attack large space stations and conquer whole star systems!
Special end-game content: 7 new missions only available for battleships!
No waiting! In many space trading games it takes you ages to go from X to Y. In Smugglers different star systems are just a mouse-click away!
And much, much more...

Get more information on Smugglers IV from its official product page.