Category: Previews

Game: Guilty Gear Isuka System: Sony Playstation 2 Genre: 2D Fighting Developer: Arc System Works Publisher: Sammy Studios Release: Q4 2004. When you hear talk of 2D fighting games these days, fans usually fall into one of two camps: the Capcom camp (Street Fighter) of the SNK camp (King of Fighters). However, there has recently…

ESPN NHL 2K5 Platform: Xbox, Playstation 2 Category: Sports-Hockey Developer: Visual Concepts Publisher: SEGA Release Date: North America- August 31, 2005 With nothing but depressing news for hockey fans as we prepare for a strike that might effectively keep this falls season from happening, there is some good news.ԚÂ Much like the highly acclaimed ESPN…

Game: Dance Dance Revolution Extreme System: PS2 Genre: Music/Rhythm Developer: Konami Computer Entertainment Tokyo (KCET) Publisher: Konami of America (KOA) Release Time: September 2004 Say what you will about the Dance Dance Revolution series, but there is no doubt in anyone’s mind that these games have swept the nation, providing a unique experience that simulates…

Tony Hawk’s Underground 2 Systems: Playstation 2, Gamecube, Xbox, and Game Boy Advance Developer:Neversoft (For Console Versions) Publisher: Activision Release Date: Fall 2004 After four editions of Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater, the series received a facelift last year in the release of Tony Hawk’s Underground. T.H.U.G. expanded on the features fans grew to love in…

Shark Tale System(s): Playstation 2, Xbox, Gamecube, Game Boy Advance, and PC Developer: Edge of Reality Publisher: Activision ESRB Rating: “E” For Everyone Release Date: September 20, 2004 Official Facts “¢ The Only Game That Lets Fans Relive the “Shark Tale” Film and Beyond—Fans play as Oscar, the fish with more fast-talking flash than any…

MTX: Mototrax System:Playstation 2 & Xbox Genre: Extreme Sports – Motocross Online Play: Yes for both Release Date:March 2004 Developer:Left Field Productions Company:Activision Official Web Site:MTX: Mototrax Experience the most complete motocross game ever. MTX: Mototrax┞¢ pulls away from the pack with its realism, groundbreaking customization and high-speed racing action at 60 frames per second.…

After debuting on the Xbox with Sega GT, the franchise returns later this year with online play and several new modes in Sega GT Online. Among the new features, you can race online in several different racing modes. The need for simply picking a car is enhanced with the ability to trade parts and actual…

In True Crime: Streets of L.A., players assume the role of rogue Elite Operations Division (E.O.D.) operative Nick Kang, a no-holds-barred badass, whose brutal reputation and lethal skills have landed him the nasty task of taking down the Chinese Triad and Russian Mafia cartel that has turned the City of Angels into a war zone.…

Game: Dance Dance Revolution Ultramix System: X-Box Genre: Music / Rhythm Developer: Konami of Hawaii (KCEH) Publisher: Konami of America Release: US: Thanksgiving 2003 Europe: October 2003 (Dancing Stage Unleashed) For those who know, Dance Dance Revolution is one of the most addicting experiences that Japan has ever latched onto us. You might have seen…

The world’s greatest secret weapon is being unleashed for the first time on videogame consoles as Natalie, Dylan, Alex and Bosley unite once again for an all-new, action-packed adventure. Incorporating a completely new and unique storyline, the Angels will go undercover to unravel a worldwide mystery and foil the devious plans of a criminal mastermind…

Madden NFL 2004 Systems: PS2, Xbox, Gamecube Target Release Date: August 2003 The most popular sports franchise of all time is set to return again this fall with Madden NFL 2004. After destroying all competition last season, the game looks to build off of 2003’s success with updated rosters, polished graphics, and improved gameplay. Very…

Information from this preview comes from a THQ official press release The glory lives on in WrestleMania XIX only for the Nintendo GameCube. Featuring real-life Superstar abilities, an enhanced grappling experience and original story mode, players can enact ‘Sweet Revenge’ on the grandest stage of them all, WrestleMania. Features: More Than Forty WWE Superstars: The…

Batman: Dark Tomorrow is a dynamic third person action adventure game filled with anticipation and danger. Containing 30 action-packed levels including Gotham City, Arkham Asylum, Gotham Docks and many more. Accompanied by an incredible 60 minutes of Full Motion Video, ardent Batman fans will also enjoy the movi- like FMV that fully animates the DC…

Publisher: Universal Interactive, Inc. Developer: Radical Entertainment Systems: PlayStation, Microsoft Xbox, Nintendo Gamecube Release Date: Q2 2003 Since his creation by Stan Lee in 1962, the Hulk has become one of Marvel’s most well known and popular characters around the world. Expanding from his comic-book origins, the Hulk has been seen in video games, books,…

Beach Volleyball System: Playstation 2 Release Date: Fall 2003 Publisher: Acclaim Beach Volleyball for the Playstation 2 is Acclaim’s attempt to capitalize on the popularity as such games as Beach Spikers and Dead or Alive: Xtreme Beach Volleyball. Surprisingly enough, this is the first major release Volleyball title on the Playstation 2 system. Features –…

Silent Hill 3 System: Playstation 2 Release Date: August 5, 2003 (US) Publisher: Konami There is very little doubt that the Silent Hill series has become quite possibly the scariest video game franchise ever. The first two editions featured excellent sound and creepy environments to keep you on the edge of your seat. The third…

Wakeboarding Unleashed Featuring Shaun Murray Systems: Playstation 2, Nintendo Gamecube Publisher: Activision Release Date: June 2003 Wakeboarding Unleashed Featuring Shaun Murray from Activision is the latest edition in the company’s extreme sports series. Features – Unique Gameplay – With a ton of innovative objectives, the game gives players the option to take control of the…

Burnout 2: Point of Impact Systems: Playstation 2 (Out Now), Microsoft Xbox, Nintendo Gamecube Publisher: Acclaim Release Date: May 2003 (Xbox & Gamecube) Features EXCLUSIVE FOR XBOX VERSION: – 15 additional Crash mode junctions — the world’s favourite Burnout mode just got bigger. The ‘Crash for Cash’ mode is now bigger and better, with 15…

“The Hobbit” is a third-person action/adventure game set in the world of Middle-earth. In the game, you take the persona of Bilbo Baggins, an unassuming Hobbit who has been unwittingly thrust into an epic adventure. Explore the mystical world of Middle-earth where you’ll need to jump gaping chasms, climb treacherous mountains, solve mind bending puzzles…