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(2008-08-18 06:21:00)

Remedy CFO: Still Working on Alan Wake, Admits Struggles

It's been a good long while since Remedy Entertainment has said anything about Alan Wake, the psychological thriller the company announced in 2005.

Up until the first half of last year there were sporadic screenshot releases and tidbits of new information released through previews. Since then, the Max Payne developer has kept very quiet.

Remedy CFO Mika Reini took the time today to reassure fans that the game is still in development. On the game's official forums he notes "yes, we're still here and working ...

(2008-08-16 09:12:00)

The Video Game Release List of 8/17 - 8/23

Looks like we're still feeling the lingering effects of Madden fever. Fortunately, Too Human brings a fresh new flavor with its cybernetic take on action-RPGs and Norse mythology.

Hit up the full list for this week's lineup, or skip right to the PC, Xbox 360, and PSP sections. Should you want to check out any past lists, scope out our handy archive.

Barring any unforeseen delays, most of this week's games should be at North American retailers by Wednesday, August 20.

(2008-08-15 19:00:00)

New Civ 4: Colonization Screenshots, Trailer Arrive

The latest batch of media from Firaxis Games' standalone expansion Civilization IV: Colonization (PC) have just dropped in, courtesy of publisher 2K Games.

Civilization IV: Colonization, which does not require any previous Civilization IV installations to play, is aimed for release next month. [video]12717[/video] Shackvideo users can use the HD Stream.

(2008-08-15 18:15:00)

Swords & Soldiers Screenshots Depict Toonish RTS

Dutch studio Ronimo Games has announced Swords & Soldiers, a side-view RTS title bound for the Nintendo Wii's WiiWare downloadable gaming platform. Alongside the announcement were a trio of screenshots showing off the game's look and feel.

The title comes by way of the original developers of de Blob, a property later purchased by publisher THQ. Ronimo co-founder Fabian Akker cited de Blob as a strong foundation for the company's formation.

"de Blob was the eye opener for us, that we can make cool games and function as a good team," Akker said in...

(2008-08-15 17:36:00)

Team Fortress 2 Heavy Update: Natascha Unveiled, Full Achievements List Released (Updated)

Continuing its series of daily revelations, Team Fortress 2 developer Valve today updated its site with details on the Heavy's second unlockable weapon, Natascha.

A level 5 minigun, Natascha does 25% less damage to targets, but is guaranteed to slow them down. Like the Killing Gloves of Boxing and the other unknown unlockable, Natascha will become available as players earn the Heavy's new achievements.

The free update, due on PC next Tuesday, brings a new gameplay mode, new arenas, new maps and class-specific Heavy achievements to the multiplayer shooter.