A Short But Impressive Jumper
From construction sites to train yards, Urban Trial Freestyle challenges you to conquer the urban landscape on your dirt bike, and to look good doing it.
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Another Good Brick In The Wall
Lego Lord of the Rings has all the elements that gamers have come to expect in a Lego title, with smashing and building aplenty. But it also has a lot of heart, and a full voice cast to boot.
The 2012 GiN Game Of The Year Nominees
The ballots have all been counted, and here are the five nominees in each category for the 2012 GiN Game of the Year Awards. Congratulations to everyone who worked on a game that earned a spot on the ballot this year. For all our voters, don’t forget to cast your final ballot for the overall winner in each category. Last year we had more than 100,000 votes cast, so be sure you’re ballot is in there. Voting is, as always, free. Lots of people worked really hard to bring us these great games. Show them we care! And when you’re … Continue reading The 2012 GiN Game Of The Year Nominees
Skylanders Series Hits One Billion In Retail Sales
Activision Publishing, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Activision Blizzard, Inc. (Nasdaq: ATVI), announced that together Skylanders Spyro’s Adventure and Skylanders Giants have generated more than $1 billion in retail sales worldwide, inclusive of toys and accessories — and the franchise reached this milestone in just 15 months. In 2012, the combined sales of Skylanders Giants and Skylanders Spyro’s Adventure toys out-sold the top action figure lines in the U.S. and Europe, including Beyblades, Star Wars and Transformers. Additionally, through January 2013, more than 100 million Skylanders toys have been sold at retail. "The Skylanders franchise became the first kids’ … Continue reading Skylanders Series Hits One Billion In Retail Sales
Heaven or Hell? Let’s Rock!
Probably the most in-depth fighting series ever created, the latest iteration with Guilty Gear XX Accent Core Plus adds an insane amount of fighters, moves and combat.
Wargaming Acquires Console Developer Day One Studios
Wargaming, one of the leading free-to-play MMO developers and publishers, today announced its acquisition of Chicago-based Day 1 Studios for USD 20 million. Following the acquisition, the newly formed studio will focus exclusively on the development of an unannounced console title. The acquisition sets a key landmark in Wargaming’s strategy of delivering compelling and console-focused gaming experiences, and further reinforces the company’s steps toward multiplatform game development. Wargaming previously announced the acquisition of Australia-based Big World Pty Ltd, which provided the company with streamlined development and server middleware tools. "The move into console game development is a huge step for … Continue reading Wargaming Acquires Console Developer Day One Studios
Maximum Games Brings Deer Drive Hunting To Wii, 3DS
Get your firearms locked and loaded. Deer Drive Legends takes you to the far corners of the earth to hunt some of the wildest animals rarely seen by the human eye – several even believed to be extinct. Stalk the woolly rhino, white-tailed deer, wolves, Irish elk, and even saber-toothed cats! With diverse weapons to choose from like sniper rifles, crossbows, and high-powered shotguns, Deer Drive Legends is the ultimate hunting game you’ve been waiting for! Publishers: Maximum Games Platforms: Nintendo 3DS, Wii
Smarty Pants?
School’s back in with the America Mensa Academy, a 3DS game that will actually make your smarter over time while you play it. And isn’t that what we all need?
Tables, Ladders And Chairs, Oh My!
The power of the WWE universe comes to life in WWE 13, offering players white hot ground pounding action. This is as close as you can get without medical treatment.
A Giant Sized Adventure
If you’re still searching for the perfect holiday gift, with the clock ticking, consider Skylanders: Giants, an ingenious title with cool figures that’s fun for all ages.