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Quantum of Solace blends intense first-person action with a 3rd person cover combat system that allows players to truly feel what it is like to be the ultimate secret agent as they use their stealth, precision shooting and lethal combat skills to progress.

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James Bond is back to settle the score in Quantum of Solace: The Game. Introducing a more lethal and cunningly efficient Bond, the game blends intense first-person action with a unique third-person cover combat system that allows players to truly feel what it is like to be the ultimate secret agent as they use their stealth, precision shooting and lethal combat skills to progress through missions. Seamlessly blending the heart-pounding action and excitement of the upcoming "Quantum of Solace" feature film with the "Casino Royale" movie, the title propels players into the cinematic experience of international espionage. Based on the renowned Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare game engine that has been specifically engineered to immerse players in the Bond universe, Quantum of Solace: The Game delivers superior high-definition graphics, reactive AI and visually stunning locations inspired by locales portrayed in the films.

Key Features :

• Quantum of Solace: The Game marks the first time players can become the dangerous and cunning Bond as portrayed by Daniel Craig in "Quantum of Solace" and "Casino Royale."
• From silent take downs and sneaking through confined spaces, to one-on-one shoot outs and large scale battles, players experience a variety of gameplay that challenges them to think through situations and choose how they progress, whether it’s through covert means or confronting enemies in full force.
• Players engage in both first-person and third-person gameplay that allows gamers to be Bond in unscripted battles against the world’s most evil villains and mercenaries.
• Filled with armed combat, massive explosions and vertigo-inducing chases, gamers are immersed in an authentic Bond universe and drawn into epic movie moments with theatrical camera angles, split screen effects, picture-in-picture sequences, and amazing environments inspired by real world locations such as Montenegro, Venice, Bolivia and Austria.
• Bringing James Bond to next-gen consoles for the first time, gamers now have the ability to battle online in a variety of modes.

Wii-Specific Features:

• Paying special attention towards making the game one of the most graphically stunning titles on the Wii, Quantum of Solace: The Game is filled with armed combat, massive explosions and vertigo-inducing chases. Gamers are further drawn into epic movie moments with theatrical camera angles, split screen effects, picture-in-picture sequences, and visually stunning real world locations such as Montenegro, Venice, Bolivia and Austria.
• Players fully immerse themselves into the Bond universe utilizing controls designed specifically for the Wii. Players may choose to use the unique Wii Remote and Nunchuk control scheme to seamlessly target and engage their enemies or they can leverage the Wii Zapper to truly step into the shoes of James Bond.
• Bringing James Bond to the Wii for the first time, gamers now have the ability to battle their friends in online multiplayer battle. Players can also engage with up to four players in split screen local multiplayer games, a mode that is exclusive to the Wii platform.

NDS-Specific Features:

• Quantum of Solace: The Game for the Nintendo DS introduces streamlined controls, with players stealthily navigating the treacherous world and engaging in intense combat using only the stylus for a unique and compelling James Bond experience.
• Choose how you want to complete your missions. Use your skills in espionage, to silently disable your foes. Take aim from a distance to remove enemies with deadly precision. Or come in close for melee combat in an innovative touch screen combat system.
• Earn Bond points, collect better items, and use special playing cards to customize and enhance your abilities. Choose where you want to upgrade your character to enhance your favorite style of play. Explore the world for rare and powerful items.
• The game narrative accentuates key movie events from both "Quantum of Solace" and "Casino Royale," as players control James Bond through in-game conversations with multiple narrative options. Choosing the right one can unlock new abilities and uncover special items.

James Bond: Quantum of Solace is in development for NDS, PS2, Wii, PS3, X360, PC, and scheduled for Nov. 4, 2008 release.

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Bizarre Creations has very kindly told us what to expect from the Project Gotham Racing 4 Xbox Live demo - just as soon as it comes out of certification and lands on your Internet face.

The demo will consists of five vehicles (made up of cars and bikes), with a demo-only Arcade mode chapter set in Macau. This will consist of new challenges that have been custom-built for the demo.

Not content with that, they are throwing in a Nurburgring Snow Time Challenge - so you'll be able to see just how pretty the track (rebuilt for PGR4) looks when it's blanketed in snow. The snowy Time Attack also includes full leaderboard support.

The full game, for which our final-build hands-on will go live oh-so-shortly, splits single-player gameplay between Arcade (128 medals from Steel up to Platinum) and Career (difficulty pre-set by user, then a season of races and events).

And of course it has lots of Internet play, with a greater focus on Friends-based leaderboards and tournaments that are suitable for players of all skills, rather than the "best in the world or nowt" mentality of old.

Sounds rather good, no? We'll let you know when it's up there.

PGR4 is due out exclusively on 360 on 12th October

 

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posted by Stoney

Pro Evolution Soccer '08 Demo

Screw FIFA, Winning Eleven: Pro Evolution Soccer 2008 (horrible title) is where it's at if you're into football, and now there's a 1GB demo available for you to kick about in. Download from:

• 3D Downloads
• ComputerGames.ro
• FileFront
• Gamershell
• Worthplaying

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posted by Gunny

The demo version of Stranglehold has been released on FilePlanet.

Chow Yun-Fat reprises the role of Inspector Tequila from John Woo's influential action film, "Hard Boiled" in this hyperkinetic shooting game. Run into danger with both fists full of lead and take down the organized crime bosses who stepped over the line when they took your family.

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posted by Gunny

Electronic Arts has released a playable demo for the PC edition of FIFA 08, allowing you to try out the latest installment in this soccer series. The demo offers the chance to play as seven teams, FC Barcelona, AC Milan, America (Mexico), NY Red Bulls, Manchester United, Marseille, and Bayern München.
Download mirrors are listed below at the alternative sources.

Download mirror #1 - fangaming.com |

Download mirror #2 - fileshack.com |

Download mirror #3 - worthdownloading.com |

Download mirror #4 - computergames.ro |

Download mirror #5 - gamershell.com |

Download mirror #6 - 3ddownloads.com |

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posted by Eggchaser

PC gamers now have a reason to mark a big circle around September 25th on their calendars as the single player demo for Crysis will be lighting up rigs worldwide in just 27 days.

Consisting of the entire first level in Crysis’ epic single player campaign, “Contact,” gamers will get to finally experience first-hand the stunning visuals, revolutionary Nanosuit gameplay and open-ended level design that make Crysis one of the most anticipated shooters and PC games of all time. The demo is also poised to include a huge surprise from Crytek, but for now you’ll just have to wait and check out the latest Crysis Nanosuit trailer by following the link below.

DOWNLOAD THE HD TRAILER HERE

Crysis is coming off award-winning showings at the German Games Convention, picking up Best PC of GC honors from the panel of experts judging the show and from E3, where it also won the Game Critics Awards Best PC Game of E3 2007. The countdown to Crysis ends on November 16, 2007.

For more Crysis news, stay tuned to www.nanosuit.com.

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posted by Churchy

I've long been a fan of RTS games, from way back enjoying the original Command & Conquer games, right up to the present day offerings of games like Company of Hero's. Well all I can say is move over, there's a new daddy in town, a new top dog, king of hill. Click the images to below to see the full size versions.

This game is simply stunning. Using a familar control system to other RTS games you'll soon feel at ease giving orders, and the visuals and cinematic's are spectacular.

The level of polish that has gone into this game is obvious, from camera movement to voice talent, it all just works beautifully.

The game worlds are so detailed I often found myself wandering off following a group of helicopters as they went about their business rather that doing what I was supposed to be. Everything in this game is on another level to what we've seen before.

Even something as simple as the common airdrop/resupply action is a joy to watch with its movie like cinematic's as the transport galaxy/starlifter transport aircraft swoops in and delivers its payload.

It all feels fantastically real, with aircraft seeming to have correct real world physics, and pyrotechnics to rival that of even the most expensive Hollywood blockbusters. 

The game feels like a blend of Battlefield 2 meets Command & Conquer, and as you can tell I was absolutely blown away by World in Conflict.

I guarantee you at several points during playing the demo you will actually be saying "oh wow" and "jeez" out loud, I know I did.

Download the World in Conflict Demo now and check it out, you wont be disappointed. I'm off to get my pre-order sorted, you can too by clicking the game cover below.

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written & posted by Gunny