Activision is publishing yet-another game based on the Spider-Man franchise, entitled Spider-Man: Web of Shadows. Set for release this fall, the game is currently in development by California-based Shaba Games and Treyarch for nearly every gaming platform under the sun, including the Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, PlayStation 2, PSP, Nintendo DS, Wii and PC. Said to feature free-roaming environments and […]

Publisher Atlus announced today that is bringing the follow-up to last year’s Nintendo DS title Izuna: Legend of the Unemployed Ninja stateside. Once again starring the sexy female ninja lead Izuna, the sequel offers much more in regards to gameplay depth, featuring a new TAG system that allows players to control up to two characters in any dungeon and combine […]

RPG powerhouse Square Enix has announced that the DS remake of Dragon Quest V is scheduled for a July 17 release in Japan. Expect this entry in the series to sell through a million copies shortly after its debut, just like every other major DQ title released in Japan thus far. Also, don’t expect any word on a North American […]

Publisher Empire Interactive today announced that its remake of 1989’s fast-paced puzzle classic Pipemania is scheduled for a summer release on the PSP, PlayStation 2, Nintendo DS, Wii, and PC. In the game, players must lay down a set of pre-defined pipe tiles in an attempt to contain a fast moving substance known as “Flooze.” The remake will feature 70 […]

Might the third iteration of Nintendo’s portable DS handheld be announced at this year’s E3? Famitsu boss Hirokazu Hamamura thinks so. Nintendo of Japan spokesperson Hiroshi Yasushi did not deny the rumor outright, issuing only a standard “no comment” response. With the introduction of the Game Boy Pocket in 1996, the big N has released a new handheld system to […]

LucasArts today announced that its third-person action title Star Wars: The Force Unleashed will hit U.S. retailers on September 16, with a European release following on September 19. The game is set to hit a number of platforms, including the PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, PS2, Wii, PSP, DS, and N-Gage mobiles. Taking place between the events of Episode III and […]

In addition to a cover story on Final Fantasy IV DS, the May issue of US magazine Nintendo Power has the exclusive word on Trauma Center: Under the Knife 2, the next entry in Atlus’ surgical drama series. The yet to be officially announced sequel is said to feature an entirely new story, along with new characters and operations. For […]

You knew it was bound to happen, right? According to the May issue of US-based magazine Nintendo Power, Square Enix plans to bring the Final Fantasy IV DS remake stateside. Unfortunately, the mag gives no mention of a release date. The title hit Japan late last year in December and is a completely remake of the original SNES game, featuring […]

Publisher Eidos has formally announced Soul Bubbles, an action-puzzle type game scheduled to hit shelves later this summer for the Nintendo DS. In the game, players use the DS stylus to guide a group of spirits enclosed in bubbles to safety. You’ll be able to fully manipulate the size of your bubbles, shrinking and stretching them when needed, as well […]

Atlus today announced that it is bringing Nintendo DS title Summon Night: Twin Age stateside this May. Twin Age is a fully stylus controlled action RPG ala Phantom Hourglass, featuring highly detailed sprite-based graphics, weapon crafting, beast summoning, and the ability to trade items via local WiFi. The story, which offers alternate paths and multiple endings, centers around a young […]

Last week we brought word that tri-Ace was working on a Nintendo DS installment in Square Enix’s acclaimed Valkyrie Profile series, entitled Valkyrie Profile: The Accused One. Now we have the first direct-feed screens. While a firm release date for the title has yet to be announced, Square Enix is aiming for a late 2008 release in Japan. Valkyrie Profile: […]

The NPD Group has released the software and hardware sales figures for the month of February. As expected, the Nintendo DS took first place, while the Wii placed second. Surprisingly, the PlayStation 2 pulled ahead of both the PS3 and Xbox 360, taking third place. The PS3 once again outsold the Xbox 360, with Microsoft blaming the low sales figures […]

According to this week’s issue of Shonen Jump, Valkyrie Profile is coming to the Nintendo DS courtesy of acclaimed RPG developer tri-Ace. Entitled Valkyrie Profile: The Accused One, the game follows the story of Wilfred, a young knight who carries a personal grudge against the Valkyries. No further details were revealed, but you can check out the very tiny screenshots […]

Riding high off the success of Carnival Games for Wii, which shipped one million copies worldwide, Take-Two today announced two new Carnival Games based on the original Wii title. First up is Carnival Games for DS, which aims to bring the fun of the original to Nintendo’s best-selling handheld system. Scheduled to ship this summer, the title will feature a […]

Square Enix’s Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles: Ring of Fates, which shipped to North American retailers today for the Nintendo DS, includes a new copy protection scheme that attempts to discourage users from running an unauthorized copy of the game on certain DS flash cards. Users of popular flash cards such as the R4 and M3 Simply are greeted with a […]

SEGA has announced plans to publish 2D fighter Bleach: Dark Souls in North America. Developed by Treasure of Ikaruga fame, the game will feature a number of enhancements over last year’s release of Bleach: The Blade of Fate, including multiplayer games, all-new Bankai moves, 30 new Spirit Cards, and seven additional gameplay modes. Boasting an unforgettable cast of characters voiced […]

Disney’s answer to Rock Band? Ultimate Band. Due out this holiday season for the Wii and Nintendo DS, the game invites players of all ages to become a true rock legend. Ultimate Band eliminates the need of expensive peripherals by utilizing only the Wii Remote and Nunchuk to give players the ability to play the drums, bass guitar, lead guitar, […]

During a GDC presentation today, Nintendo announced that it plans to introduce a pay to play plan for certain Nintendo WiFi Connection enabled titles. While Nintendo Network Group manager Takashi Aoyama did not reveal which upcoming titles will fall under the new plan, he did say that to avoid customer confusion, the titles will be specially marked with a red […]

SEGA gives us the first glimpse at BioWare’s upcoming turn-based RPG for the Nintendo DS, entitled Sonic Chronicles: The Dark Brotherhood. Judging from the first batch of screens here, development on the title is going along well. The battle system kinda reminds me of Mario RPG. Could this be the game to return Sonic back to his former glory? Sonic […]

Got a DS? Looking to lose weight? Ubisoft may have the answer for you. The company today announced My Weight Loss Coach as the latest addition to their increasingly popular My Coach casual series. Developed under the guidance of both a fitness coach and a nutritionist, My Weight Loss Coach is designed to focus on taking positive steps to maintain […]