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Midway Games Inc. A leading interactive entertainment software publisher and developer, today announced that NBA Ballers: Phenom, follow up to the million unit-plus selling NBA Ballers, has shipped for the Xbox® videogame system from Microsoft and is scheduled to be available on April 5 for the PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system. Midway also announced that NBA Ballers: Rebound for the PSP™ (PlayStation® Portable) system is scheduled for release on May 2.

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Today Ubisoft, one of the world’s largest video game publishers, announced that Far Cry Instincts Predatorâ„¢ for the Xbox 360â„¢ video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and Far Cry Instinctsâ„¢ Evolution for the Xbox® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft are available in stores today. Far Cry Instincts Evolution for Xbox introduces players to an entirely new story, and new characters and game features that reflect and improve upon the critically acclaimed elements of the first title. Far Cry Instincts Predator for Xbox 360 includes both Far Cry Instincts Evolution and an enhanced version of the original Far Cry Instincts game. Both games are rated “M” for Mature and have an MSRP of $59.99 for Far Cry Instincts Predator and $29.99 for Far Cry Instincts Evolution.
“Ubisoft is building on the critically acclaimed Far Cry Instincts brand with the addition of a stellar new adventure that fans of the franchise have been anxiously awaiting,” said Tony Key, vice president of marketing for Ubisoft. “With an action-packed single-player campaign and an array of addictive multiplayer modes, combined with the highest graphical quality available on current and next-generation consoles, Far Cry Instincts Predator for Xbox 360 and Far Cry Instincts Evolution for Xbox further exemplify why Far Cry is one of the hottest franchises available to the Xbox audience.”

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Battlefield 2: Modern Combat hits shelves on April 12th, but to make the wait a little easier we’re giving you a free taste of the critically acclaimed multiplayer action. Download your free online multiplayer demo from Xbox Live Marketplace, and experience the no-holds-barred intensity of the massively popular “Bridge Too Far” level. Fly helicopters to the top of towering cranes and skyscrapers, to gain prime Sniper vantage points. Two rivers provide natural barriers, but the raised drawbridges mean a Hummer can execute a heart-stopping jump to gain the element of surprise. Add powerful tanks and devastating artillery strikes to the equation, and it’s no wonder the most popular map from the Xbox version will soon be the definitive multiplayer experience on Xbox 360.
The next-generation debut of the critically-acclaimed Battlefield franchise.

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Electronic Arts announced that World Champion Pittsburgh Steelers Coach Bill Cowher will be on the cover of NFL Head Coach, available in stores June 20, under the EA SPORTS(TM) brand. NFL Head Coach is in development at EA Tiburon, EA’s studio responsible for other NFL videogame franchises including: Madden NFL Football and NFL STREET. This is the first-ever 3D sports strategy game where you can experience the emotional rollercoaster of coaching with the most true-to-life and authentic sports strategy game ever created.

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Nyko Technologies® has shipped its highly-anticipated Xbox 360® accessory line-up; the Intelligent Remote 360â„¢, a universal smart remote for the home entertainment center, and Intercooler 360â„¢, a compact, snap-on cooling device for the Xbox 360 console. Xbox 360 owners can fully immerse themselves in the next generation of gaming with Nyko’s stylish and practical options for the Xbox 360.

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Konami Digital Entertainment, Inc. Announced that Rumble Roses XX™ has shipped to retail stores in North America for the Xbox 360™ video game and entertainment system from Microsoft. Konami’s Xbox 360 debut, the follow-up to 2004’s smash hit all-female wrestling video game features an eye-catching lineup of beautiful wrestlers with killer moves, as well as immersive new gameplay modes and online play.

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© 2006 ELSPA (UK)

• The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion
• Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon: Advanced Warfighter
• Fight Night Round 3
• Burnout Revenge
• The Outfit 2
• Project Gotham Racing 3
• Call of Duty 2
• Perfect Dark Zero
• FIFA 06
• Dead Or Alive 4

“Taken from the official press release” Activision, Inc. Has tapped world class film, comic book and musical talent to contribute their creative powers to its upcoming Marvel-inspired title, X-Men: The Official Game, the only game tied to Twentieth Century Fox and Marvel Studios’ upcoming film, “X-Men: The Last Stand.” Co-written by Zak Penn, co-screenwriter for the feature film, and legendary comic book writer, Chris Claremont, the game will immerse players in an original storyline that serves as a prelude to the upcoming movie. X-Men: The Official Game will feature a dynamic musical score created by leading sound company Womb Music, and Chance Thomas, renowned composer of King Kong, Lord of the Rings and Unreal videogames.
For the first time ever, X-Men: The Official Game will allow players to command the superpowers of three popular characters from the X-Men movie universe and immerse themselves in the roles of Wolverine, Nightcrawler, and Iceman as they traverse unique environments that showcase each character’s Super Hero abilities in an epic struggle to preserve mutant-kind. X-Men: The Official Game will debut at retail outlets nationwide on Tuesday, May 16, 2006 for the Xbox ® and Xbox 360â„¢ .

Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon has been around for the Xbox for a few years. It is one of those series that you either really like or really dislike. I have never heard anyone say “It’s okay.” The Ghost Recon series on the Xbox had some nice features but the overall game play really did not appeal to me at all. The online mode seemed like a sniper fest and most of the time you where laying and waiting to snipe someone.

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