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What's New - Game Releases for Week Ending 11/3/05

13th March 2005, 9:02pm
Lots of new stuff this week!

PS2

Nanobreaker
Although you not know the name Koji Igarashi, his Castlevania games for Konami are renowned for their ingenuity. Nanobreaker is a fast-paced action game, using the popular sci-fi theme of a future where once-helpful machines revolt against their human masters. In this case, the year is 2015 and an experiment in nanotechnology is about to go horribly wrong.

Project: SnowBlind
Experience the dramatic intensity of the frontlines of a war through the eyes of the first of a new breed of super soldiers in this gritty and epic first-person action game. Also available on Xbox.

Winnie the Pooh's Rumbly Tumbly Adventure
Join Winnie the Pooh and his friends on five birthday-themed adventures. Play all of the most famous Pooh characters: Tigger, Piglet, Eeyore, and Winnie the Pooh. Find as many honey pots as you can, but beware of the mischievous Heffalumps and Woozles, who will steal honey. Also available on Gamecube and GBA.

Neo Contra
Set in the distant future, Neo Contra continues the adventures of the legendary hero Bill Rizer and takes players into a world of intense shooting action in a stunningly-detailed 3D environment. Players will experience impressive explosions and huge boss enemies as they make their way through extremely detailed stages.

Deadly Strike
Enter the toughest combat tournament on Earth as one of six lethal fighters. Using a mixture of powerful martial arts techniques, swordplay and good old-fashioned hot lead you must battle through the beautiful scenery of the Shogun's Island.

Shadow Hearts Covenant
Wield the power of the Judgement Ring to fulfil your Destiny.

Suidoken 4
The mysteries surrounding the Rune of Punishment will be answered in the newest installment of the hit RPG series, Suikoden IV. Follow the plight of a young knight as he struggles with a powerful Rune that slowly steals the life of its bearer.

Robots
Experience the exciting world of Robots the Movie! Live the adventures of a genius inventor robot named Rodney Copperbottom as he moves to the big city to work for the company founded by his childhood hero. Also available on Xbox, PC, Gamecube and GBA.

Fight Night Round 2
Get ready for the ultimate knockdown as Bernard Hopkins, the undisputed Middleweight Champion of the World, takes over as cover athlete for EA SPORTS Fight Night Round 2. The power of the punch is in your corner this year.

Gran Turismo 4
Unrivalled realism, amazing graphics and brand new features, plus all the cars you've only ever dreamt about. Proceed into driving heaven.

King of Fighters Maximum Impact
Here it is, the first ever 3D version of the most popular fighting franchise in history, The King of Fighters Maximum Impact. Gamers from around the world will be able to finally play as their favorite SNK character in full 3D with beautifully rendered backgrounds and full flowing animation.

PC

Star Wars: Republic Commando
Enter the dark military side of the Star Wars® universe as a squad leader of a Republic Special Operations unit. You are a Republic Commando. You must infiltrate deep behind enemy lines and lead your elite team on precision operations – lurking in the shadows, striking at will...

Check out other classics including: Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic, Tiger Woods PGA Tour 2004, Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets and more.

Nintendo DS

The Urbz: Sims in the City
In Miniopolis, a bustling city poised on the brink of ruin, your Urbz character has just been fired from their job as a window washer when they uncover Daddy BigBucks' devious plot to take over the city. To thwart his evil schemes your Urbz character must gain access throughout the city and build up their reputation.

Well, that's all for this week. Tune in next week - same time, same place.
by Nick Schaedel
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