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By Matt Keller - Wed Sep 16, 2009 6:01pm
This week’s Coming Attractions is brought to you by broken street dates and clearance sales. Many of the games marked for release tomorrow, like Colin McCrae DiRT 2, Need for Speed SHIFT and NHL 10 should already be available in stores now, unless your local game shill is one of those ones that plays by the book. There is also a few neat console ports hitting the PC this week, namely destructor-sim Red Faction Guerilla and Resident Evil 5.
From next week on, we’ll be bringing Coming Attractions to you on Mondays, mostly in an effort to avoid street date breaches messing up our hard work. Don’t forget that you can check out our full release schedule for any updates and changes.
From next week on, we’ll be bringing Coming Attractions to you on Mondays, mostly in an effort to avoid street date breaches messing up our hard work. Don’t forget that you can check out our full release schedule for any updates and changes.
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By Jessica Citizen - Mon Aug 31, 2009 5:28pm
Still at BlizzCon 2009, we got the opportunity to spend some time with the Lead Designer of StarCraft II, Dustin Browder. You might remember him from such Blizzard projects as the StarCraft II Battle Reports, where he is one of the announcers. Let me tell you, the man can talk.
The weekend didn't really hold too much in the way of big StarCraft II news, so we decided to get Dustin to talk us through some more details about the new Battle.net service which is due to launch with the game, "When it's done".
The weekend didn't really hold too much in the way of big StarCraft II news, so we decided to get Dustin to talk us through some more details about the new Battle.net service which is due to launch with the game, "When it's done".
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By Brenna Hillier - Mon Aug 17, 2009 1:57am
The RTS world has long been enriched by the Command & Conquer franchise, and the Red Alert series in particular seems to enjoy proliferating itself in various ways. The latest off-shoot is a spin off from Command & Conquer: Red Alert 3, entitled Commander's Challenge, on its way to Playstation 3 and Xbox 360 in the next few months and bringing with a series of fifty challenges to test the might of the most confident players.
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By Brenna Hillier - Thu Aug 13, 2009 4:37am
Forgive the apparent oxymoron, but contemporary classical music has majorly benefited from the interest generated by film and game soundtracks, one of the few successful commercial outlets for an increasingly marginalised musical tradition. A case in point is the Sydney based Eminence symphony orchestra, whose tireless efforts to showcase some of the incredible art apparent in our favoured medium come to a head at the annual A Night in Fantasia concert.
Tickets are now on sale for the gaming high-culture event of the year, which this time will feature pieces from the Prince of Persia, Metal Gear Solid and Ace Combat series, the epic Shadow of the Colossus, C&C: Red Alert 3 and even Diablo III.
Tickets are now on sale for the gaming high-culture event of the year, which this time will feature pieces from the Prince of Persia, Metal Gear Solid and Ace Combat series, the epic Shadow of the Colossus, C&C: Red Alert 3 and even Diablo III.
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By Steven Perdikis - Wed Jun 24, 2009 11:21am
With EA's drive towards mainly new intellectual property at this year's E3 event, you'd be forgiven for forgetting that the publisher is sitting on one of the most loved strategy franchises of all time, Command & Conquer.
Today, rumours which have burst through the might gates of the Internet have revealed that a fourth title in the series, allegedly named Command & Conquer 4 is in development or pre-production, according to a survey that was circulated by a British market research company.
Today, rumours which have burst through the might gates of the Internet have revealed that a fourth title in the series, allegedly named Command & Conquer 4 is in development or pre-production, according to a survey that was circulated by a British market research company.
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By Steven Perdikis - Wed Apr 1, 2009 1:30pm
Digital Rights Management and SecuROM are like the wail of a siren to the ears of fed-up PC gamers. While Electronic Arts have been a key offender, releasing countless PC titles with restrictive install limits and online-authorisations - the company has today announced what may appear to some gamers as an April fools prank - but - it doesn't appear that it is.
The release of a de-authorisation tool, (which is available on EA's website) allows users to view which titles they have installed currently that utilise SecuROM DRM, and how many authorisations have been used. Most importantly, the tool (and subsequent web-based results) allow users to download game specific tools which de-authorise the title in question from the computer it is run on.
The release of a de-authorisation tool, (which is available on EA's website) allows users to view which titles they have installed currently that utilise SecuROM DRM, and how many authorisations have been used. Most importantly, the tool (and subsequent web-based results) allow users to download game specific tools which de-authorise the title in question from the computer it is run on.
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By Steven Perdikis - Tue Mar 31, 2009 6:30pm
Welcome to Now Playing, where each week, Games On Net invites you to enter a specially crafted theatre filled with the most irresistibly interesting, marvellously magnificent, or downright dire trailers from recently released or upcoming games.
To accompany the trailers, the much celebrated rants of an embittered gamer emanate through the jolly halls. This week, we team up once more with some bad company, who force us to throw a spanner into a universal clock which sees us DESTINED to endure over-enthusiastic voice acting in space. We then come back down to Earth to deal with some sort of red alert regarding an uprising of sorts. Finally, our hectic schedule closes with charming, highly destructive meteor shower.
To accompany the trailers, the much celebrated rants of an embittered gamer emanate through the jolly halls. This week, we team up once more with some bad company, who force us to throw a spanner into a universal clock which sees us DESTINED to endure over-enthusiastic voice acting in space. We then come back down to Earth to deal with some sort of red alert regarding an uprising of sorts. Finally, our hectic schedule closes with charming, highly destructive meteor shower.
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By Matt Keller - Wed Mar 25, 2009 6:30pm
The last week of March is upon us, which means the flow of new video game releases is going to slow to a trickle over the next couple of weeks, though we’ve got a few promising games due throughout April. The game publishers of the world are intent on giving March a good send off with Resistance Retribution for the PSP, The Wheelman for the Xbox 360, PS3 and PC, MadWorld for the Wii and Puzzle Quest: Galactrix for the PC and DS headlining this week’s new releases.
Don’t forget to check out the full release schedule for the latest changes and information on upcoming games.
Don’t forget to check out the full release schedule for the latest changes and information on upcoming games.
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By Matt Keller - Wed Mar 18, 2009 6:31pm
We’re getting towards the end of the Q1 rush, which usually results from video game publishers pushing games out to improve their end of financial year results. Headlining this week is the latest handheld outing of the Grand Theft Auto series Chinatown Wars, the heavily edited and delayed Silent Hill Homecoming (for the PS3, anyway), and the celebration of WrestleManias past in WWE Legends of WrestleMania.
Don’t forget to check out the full release schedule for the latest changes and information on upcoming games.
Don’t forget to check out the full release schedule for the latest changes and information on upcoming games.
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By Steven Perdikis - Tue Mar 10, 2009 11:00am
The general consensus regarding RTS and consoles amongst gamers is one of "why bother?" - but it doesn't seem to stop publishers like EA. Scheduled for a release at some point this month Red Alert 3, the PC and Xbox 360 RTS will migrate onto the PlayStation 3 in the form of Command & Conquer Red Alert 3: Ultimate Edition.
Details of the PlayStation 3 exclusive content, along with some PlayStation specific support have been recently announced, and we've got all the details you could possibly want - which includes the announcement that a demo for the game will be available.
Details of the PlayStation 3 exclusive content, along with some PlayStation specific support have been recently announced, and we've got all the details you could possibly want - which includes the announcement that a demo for the game will be available.
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By Jessica Citizen - Fri Feb 20, 2009 9:39am
In these days of controversy, DRM, copy protection and all the kerfuffle that comes along with limited activations, it's nice to see - occasionally - someone bucking the trend.
Enter Valve, via Steam. Today's update for RTS Command and Conquer: Red Alert 3 sees a couple of very interesting changes that help to rectify something that should never have happened in the first place. In their own words: "This game was delivered with both Sony SecuROM and Steam digital rights management technology" - and this patch will remove the one that you don't need.
Enter Valve, via Steam. Today's update for RTS Command and Conquer: Red Alert 3 sees a couple of very interesting changes that help to rectify something that should never have happened in the first place. In their own words: "This game was delivered with both Sony SecuROM and Steam digital rights management technology" - and this patch will remove the one that you don't need.
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By Steven Perdikis - Wed Jan 28, 2009 1:02pm
Electronic Arts have announced an expanded cast for Command & Conquer Red Alert 3: Uprising, the upcoming stand alone expansion to Command & Conquer: Red Alert 3.
Newly appointed actors for the live-action sequences include Jame Chung (from Dragonball Evolution), Ric Flair (a sixteen times over world heavyweight wresting champion), Malcom McDowell (from Heroes and Clockwork Orange), Jodi Lyn O'Keefe (from Prison Break) and finally, Holly Valance who is best known for her role as Felicity Scully on Neighbours.
Newly appointed actors for the live-action sequences include Jame Chung (from Dragonball Evolution), Ric Flair (a sixteen times over world heavyweight wresting champion), Malcom McDowell (from Heroes and Clockwork Orange), Jodi Lyn O'Keefe (from Prison Break) and finally, Holly Valance who is best known for her role as Felicity Scully on Neighbours.
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By Jessica Citizen - Thu Jan 22, 2009 11:41am
Just because you have a PS3 doesn't meant you have to miss out on some shiny RTS action. EA have revealed that they will be bringing Command & Conquer Red Alert 3: Ultimate Edition to the "next-gen" console for the first time, this March. The Ultimate Edition boasts everything that came with last year's Red Alert 3 release, and also takes full advantage of the console's Blu-ray disk capacity, throwing in an exhausting collection of exclusive bonus content, making this a release that lives up to its "ultimate" moniker.
To see what's in store, we have a brand new PS3 Launch Trailer for your visual delight, as well as a new fact sheet and some details about the upcoming release.
To see what's in store, we have a brand new PS3 Launch Trailer for your visual delight, as well as a new fact sheet and some details about the upcoming release.
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By Jessica Citizen - Sat Jan 10, 2009 2:00pm
While the dust is yet to settle on Command & Conquer: Red Alert 3, developers EA aren't resting on their laurels just yet, announcing the first standalone expansion for the title, Command & Conquer Red Alert 3: Uprising will be available via digital download, exclusively for the PC in March of this year.
The expansion brings an "epic" new single-player campaign, throwing gamers further into the Red Alert universe with more action-packed gameplay, plus a gauntlet of "new and compelling challenges", which come with the new Commander's Challenge mode.
The expansion brings an "epic" new single-player campaign, throwing gamers further into the Red Alert universe with more action-packed gameplay, plus a gauntlet of "new and compelling challenges", which come with the new Commander's Challenge mode.
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By Jessica Citizen - Thu Jan 1, 2009 1:27pm
What will you remember 2008 for, in terms of gaming?
We asked some of the game admins and network staff to find out their thoughts, but here's a quick recap of the past 12 months, to refresh your memory.
Non-games dominated this year's charts, with Wii Fit rewarding gamers for standing still. As a country, we were still fans of the music game genre too, finally getting our hands on Rock Band, which seemed to have been pushed onto shelves by the release of Guitar Hero: World Tour a week later. Who knows, the full-band version may even have healed some hurt caused by the "interesting" yet awkward Guitar Hero: On Tour release for DS. There was a new Call of Duty to heed, a new Bond to meet, Marcus and Dom were back, and independent developers twisted our brains with Braid and our rhythm skills with Audiosurf. Red Alert was back, and we revisited the Midnight Club. We also saw the release of the "Three Fs" - Far Cry 2, Fable 2, and Fallout 3, meaning many gamers were a bit strapped for cash by the end of the year.
...and, who could forget? 2008 is the year we met Sackboy!
We asked some of the game admins and network staff to find out their thoughts, but here's a quick recap of the past 12 months, to refresh your memory.
Non-games dominated this year's charts, with Wii Fit rewarding gamers for standing still. As a country, we were still fans of the music game genre too, finally getting our hands on Rock Band, which seemed to have been pushed onto shelves by the release of Guitar Hero: World Tour a week later. Who knows, the full-band version may even have healed some hurt caused by the "interesting" yet awkward Guitar Hero: On Tour release for DS. There was a new Call of Duty to heed, a new Bond to meet, Marcus and Dom were back, and independent developers twisted our brains with Braid and our rhythm skills with Audiosurf. Red Alert was back, and we revisited the Midnight Club. We also saw the release of the "Three Fs" - Far Cry 2, Fable 2, and Fallout 3, meaning many gamers were a bit strapped for cash by the end of the year.
...and, who could forget? 2008 is the year we met Sackboy!
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By Jessica Citizen - Thu Dec 18, 2008 10:59am
Well now. Time to look at Command & Conquer: Red Alert 3. As you may recall, in his recent review, UgLyPuNk was a little cranky about various elements of the game - predominantly, the matchmaking software that seemed to do everything except, y'know, make matches.
Well, it seems that the people responsible for such things over at EA HQ have been made aware of the problem - and it looks like they might have fixed it! I'd like to introduce you all to the 1.06 patch, which is available in a multitude of languages, and replaces the beta version released last week.
Well, it seems that the people responsible for such things over at EA HQ have been made aware of the problem - and it looks like they might have fixed it! I'd like to introduce you all to the 1.06 patch, which is available in a multitude of languages, and replaces the beta version released last week.
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By Matt Keller - Sun Dec 14, 2008 8:58am
With Christmas rapidly approaching, The Warp Pipe is calling time for 2008. After 45 columns without a break this year, I’m clocking off a little early to read a few books, watch some movies, replay some of 2008’s best games and of course, fly to Queensland to spend Christmas with the family. The Warp Pipe will be back on the 18th of January with a few minor tweaks and a couple of bold predictions for 2009.
Speaking of bold proclamations, The Warp Pipe made a few just before the start of the second, third and final quarters of the year. I thought we’d use the final column of the year evaluating my ability to predict the quality of soon-to-be-released video games.
Speaking of bold proclamations, The Warp Pipe made a few just before the start of the second, third and final quarters of the year. I thought we’d use the final column of the year evaluating my ability to predict the quality of soon-to-be-released video games.
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By Jessica Citizen - Sat Dec 6, 2008 10:17am
If you're looking to enjoy a bit of Command & Conquer: Red Alert 3 this weekend, I have a couple of things that may affect your plans - hopefully for the better!
Firstly, the 1.05 patch has been released (in a multitude of languages). It fixes a bunch of stuff (and yes, we have the full changelog), with the major highlight being the introduction of DRM De-authorisation - "de-authorise any installation in-game with a few simple clicks".
Secondly, EA have also released the Worldbuilder 1.0 for the game, making it really easy for you to create your own maps for the game, and share them with your mates.
You can grab both these changes now, from our File Library, right now!
Firstly, the 1.05 patch has been released (in a multitude of languages). It fixes a bunch of stuff (and yes, we have the full changelog), with the major highlight being the introduction of DRM De-authorisation - "de-authorise any installation in-game with a few simple clicks".
Secondly, EA have also released the Worldbuilder 1.0 for the game, making it really easy for you to create your own maps for the game, and share them with your mates.
You can grab both these changes now, from our File Library, right now!
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By Jessica Citizen - Fri Nov 28, 2008 10:47am
Xbox 360 gamers, prepare for to both Command and Conquer. We've just confirmed that the C&C: Red Alert 3 demo has arrived on the Xbox Live Marketplace, in all regions - and you can grab it now, for free.
Coming in a few days behind the PC version, this is your chance to check out how well the series translates to the console. This is a single-player demo, featuring the game's cinematic opening, an interactive tutorial and one mission from both the Allied and Soviet campaigns. The developers promise "the fastest and most precise" RTS controls to date on console - sounds like it's worth a download!
Coming in a few days behind the PC version, this is your chance to check out how well the series translates to the console. This is a single-player demo, featuring the game's cinematic opening, an interactive tutorial and one mission from both the Allied and Soviet campaigns. The developers promise "the fastest and most precise" RTS controls to date on console - sounds like it's worth a download!
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By Steven Perdikis - Tue Nov 25, 2008 10:32am
THQ and Relic Entertainment have announced a new stand-alone expansion pack for Company of Heroes. Entitled Tales of Valor, the new instalment in the series will add three new single-player campaigns, new multiplayer modes, and complete compatibility with the original title and Opposing Fronts.
Today, we've got a first-look trailer and some new screenshots. In addition to the new campaigns and multiplayer functionality, Tales of Valor will also introduce a "direct-fire" feature, allowing gamers to control their units with more tactical precision.
Today, we've got a first-look trailer and some new screenshots. In addition to the new campaigns and multiplayer functionality, Tales of Valor will also introduce a "direct-fire" feature, allowing gamers to control their units with more tactical precision.
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By Jessica Citizen - Tue Nov 25, 2008 7:54am
Something a bit exciting to start your Tuesday - a tasty demo from Command & Conquer: Red Alert 3 is coming your way! The sampler contains the entire cinematic opening from the full game (all 7 minutes of it!), plus three tutorials and two complete campaign missions. You can grab the 1.8 gig file right now, and it'll download happily over breakfast.
If you haven't yet tried Red Alert 3, now's your chance to dip your toe in the water of the game's "unique, fun, over-the-top universe" - before the first major content patch arrives, which promises to change the playing field, literally.
If you haven't yet tried Red Alert 3, now's your chance to dip your toe in the water of the game's "unique, fun, over-the-top universe" - before the first major content patch arrives, which promises to change the playing field, literally.
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By Jessica Citizen - Mon Nov 17, 2008 2:06pm
It seems there were a few big games released in Australia a week or so ago (not counting the few big games that were released last week - they haven't made it onto this chart yet!). Interestingly enough, this next wave has bumped the older big games from their lofty purchases - it looks like the games have been anticipated enough that everybody has rushed out and bought them in the first week, rather than just hanging out and picking up a copy eventually. Interesting.
Anyway, this week, the charts echo with the roar of a second lot of chainsaws as they take over the Xbox 360. PC gamers are on their third crimson alert, the Wii fans are seeing just what their controllers can do after a bit of a play, and the PS3 has taken a trip to a planet that is small, but large. Meanwhile, the DS is still testing their eyes - and both the PS2 and its portable cousin have taken on the latest in wrestling matches.
Anyway, this week, the charts echo with the roar of a second lot of chainsaws as they take over the Xbox 360. PC gamers are on their third crimson alert, the Wii fans are seeing just what their controllers can do after a bit of a play, and the PS3 has taken a trip to a planet that is small, but large. Meanwhile, the DS is still testing their eyes - and both the PS2 and its portable cousin have taken on the latest in wrestling matches.
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By Timmy Campbell - Tue Nov 11, 2008 7:26pm
Another week and another selection of the best trailers from our File Library. With so many big name games coming out this week we have a look at some of the bigger releases and add another victim to Our Favourite Trailers. So come in, kick back and enjoy the show.
We start off with a hit from the mob. We look at how to launch yourself off an edge with faith and answering the call of duty. We check in with Shaun White and his adventure to the the snow and are alerted to a new infomercial. Finally we see what The Saints are doing to support Movember.
We start off with a hit from the mob. We look at how to launch yourself off an edge with faith and answering the call of duty. We check in with Shaun White and his adventure to the the snow and are alerted to a new infomercial. Finally we see what The Saints are doing to support Movember.
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By Jessica Citizen - Mon Nov 10, 2008 9:47am
In among all the other games launched recently, EA have quietly released their latest in the Command & Conquer universe - the eagerly-anticipated Red Alert 3. But alas, all has not run smooth in the land of the Soviets, the Rising Sun and the Allies. It seems that the publishers may need to invest in a new printer.
We're hearing reports that a "significant quantity" of Red Alert 3 manuals have been released to customers missing a digit from the 20 character code required to start the game.
The official solution from the guys behind the scenes - try guessing the last character, "[y]ou should eventually get the right combination."
We're hearing reports that a "significant quantity" of Red Alert 3 manuals have been released to customers missing a digit from the 20 character code required to start the game.
The official solution from the guys behind the scenes - try guessing the last character, "[y]ou should eventually get the right combination."
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By Timmy Campbell - Tue Oct 28, 2008 7:36pm
It has been a little busy around here for a lot of us and naturally with developers trying to add some last minute details to their latest games. Only a few trailers this week but some that have come out of no where to really impress me and hopefully you.
This week we ride on over to the Pacific Rift to conquer the red lands. We check out a little card game and check back in with an empire in total war. There is a new trailer on a hot racing game as well as one with a character who has GUNS on THEIR SHOES! (need I say more!)
This week we ride on over to the Pacific Rift to conquer the red lands. We check out a little card game and check back in with an empire in total war. There is a new trailer on a hot racing game as well as one with a character who has GUNS on THEIR SHOES! (need I say more!)
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By Timmy Campbell - Tue Oct 21, 2008 7:31pm
While this week has been an interesting and yet sad one with a certain Sackboy missing his flight, we still managed to get a couple of the best looking trailers I have seen, possible all year! I was in complete surprise at what some of the companies have achieved after looking at a couple of this weeks ones.
This week we look at a Legendary trailer and check back in to see what you can make in Far Africa. We join up to the midnight club and get a need for speed. We look at the fight between a game and a comic and have a look at one red hot funny alert from a presidential campaign.
This week we look at a Legendary trailer and check back in to see what you can make in Far Africa. We join up to the midnight club and get a need for speed. We look at the fight between a game and a comic and have a look at one red hot funny alert from a presidential campaign.
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By Steven Perdikis - Wed Oct 15, 2008 8:42am
What would the week be without a new trailer from EA's upcoming Command and Conquer: Red Alert 3? Now, if I may note something which many of us have observed - the acting featured in the Command and Conquer series is corny, but the live-action sequences do offer a distraction, and have high production values, especially when it comes to audio.
What makes the audio so special? Hellmarch. We've got a new Hellmarch Trailer to share with you.
What makes the audio so special? Hellmarch. We've got a new Hellmarch Trailer to share with you.
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By Timmy Campbell - Tue Oct 14, 2008 7:31pm
Trailers have been filtering in from all over the place this week. We have been getting some from the Tokyo Game Show and BlizzCon. There has been a few launch trailers for a couple of games out this week and a few more thrown out so we don't forget about other up and coming games.
This week we hid in the shadows of a former web slinger. Check out what a commando is up to and see if he has a place to conquer. We see a dawn of a new war and a forth fight to be taken to the streets. To wrap it up we see what happens when an inferno is lit under a dark game.
This week we hid in the shadows of a former web slinger. Check out what a commando is up to and see if he has a place to conquer. We see a dawn of a new war and a forth fight to be taken to the streets. To wrap it up we see what happens when an inferno is lit under a dark game.
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By Timmy Campbell - Wed Oct 8, 2008 1:55pm
If you are someone like holo` who enjoys nuking others in a game, what will you do when it comes to Command & Conquer: Red Alert 3? A world without Einstein is a world without nuclear weapons, so how would you defeat your enemies?
Well we just got in a new trailer showing off all the new super weapons for the next game in this popular series. Devastate your enemies with these new weapons and some old favourites as well.
Well we just got in a new trailer showing off all the new super weapons for the next game in this popular series. Devastate your enemies with these new weapons and some old favourites as well.
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By Timmy Campbell - Tue Sep 23, 2008 9:32pm
As the weeks get busier for some of us, it seems to be just as busy for the shops. Q4 games are coming out and trailers are following them. But what's to follow after that? We'll they need to tempt us for the future.
This week we launch straight into hell. We have also been alerted about some confrontation ahead. But on the horizon is a place where the gods play and men, dogs and rabbit-things work together to help society.
This week we launch straight into hell. We have also been alerted about some confrontation ahead. But on the horizon is a place where the gods play and men, dogs and rabbit-things work together to help society.
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By Steven Perdikis - Wed Sep 17, 2008 1:55pm
The Command & Conquer series has been renowned for its use of real time cut scenes as a method of storytelling throughout. Whilst these can often be quite poor when considered in a cinematic or theatrical context, their production values are generally high and do offer an amusing distraction between missions.
Command & Conquer: Red Alert 3 appears to be no exception, with a number of live-action scenes to be incorporated. A new trailer has been released, which introduces us to the freshly-recast Tanya, played by former Playboy model, now actress and writer Jenny McCarthy.
Command & Conquer: Red Alert 3 appears to be no exception, with a number of live-action scenes to be incorporated. A new trailer has been released, which introduces us to the freshly-recast Tanya, played by former Playboy model, now actress and writer Jenny McCarthy.
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By Matt K - Sun Sep 14, 2008 10:37am
2008 has been a little different from the standard industry year, in that we’ve seen a lot of major titles released outside of the holiday shopping season. Mario Kart Wii, Super Smash Bros. Brawl, Grand Theft Auto IV and Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots were all released in the first half of the year. One would think that that might make for a less than stellar holiday line up, but the game publishers of the world (bar Nintendo) are inclined to prove otherwise.
Over the next two weeks (due to the sheer number of releases), The Warp Pipe will be boldly predicting the quality of new games in the next quarter.
Over the next two weeks (due to the sheer number of releases), The Warp Pipe will be boldly predicting the quality of new games in the next quarter.
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By Steven Perdikis - Wed Sep 10, 2008 12:30pm
Following the announcement last week of the limited edition of Command & Conquer: Red Alert 3, anticipation for the title has been steadily growing. This anticipation, however has not been without a certain sense of concern regarding EA's recent use of stringent DRM on the games Spore and Mass Effect.
Executive producer of Red Alert 3, Chris Corry (under the user name EA Smudge) has posted some details regarding the copy protection to be used for Red Alert 3. It will use the same methods incorporated in Spore and Mass Effect, however it will be somewhat lenient in comparison, allowing users a little bit more freedom.
Executive producer of Red Alert 3, Chris Corry (under the user name EA Smudge) has posted some details regarding the copy protection to be used for Red Alert 3. It will use the same methods incorporated in Spore and Mass Effect, however it will be somewhat lenient in comparison, allowing users a little bit more freedom.
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By Timmy Campbell - Tue Sep 9, 2008 7:28pm
Well as people spend this week creating their own worlds and life, in the real world I have been waiting to see what trailers have appeared this week to tempt my wallet to give up cash.
This week we launch off the ramps for some tricks, re-live our dreams of being in a band and going about conquering the world. We see if dodgeball is the solution to an internet battle, which may stir a crysis. Lastly we delve deep into the mines as it expands.
This week we launch off the ramps for some tricks, re-live our dreams of being in a band and going about conquering the world. We see if dodgeball is the solution to an internet battle, which may stir a crysis. Lastly we delve deep into the mines as it expands.
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By Jessica Citizen - Wed Sep 3, 2008 10:30pm
Electronic Arts want you to buy their games. They want you to buy several of their games, to the point that they're using one highly-anticipated title to promote another highly-anticipated title, despite the fact that, really, the two games aren't that similar at all.
If you're a fan of Command & Conquer: Red Alert 3 and you've also got a soft spot for Warhammer Online: Age of Reckoning, then you may start rejoicing - a Red Alert 3 Collector's Edition has been announced, which includes - among other things - an exclusive ingame item for Warhammer Online. The item, Korssar's Helm will magically transform the wearer into a ferocious bear. Of course!
If you're a fan of Command & Conquer: Red Alert 3 and you've also got a soft spot for Warhammer Online: Age of Reckoning, then you may start rejoicing - a Red Alert 3 Collector's Edition has been announced, which includes - among other things - an exclusive ingame item for Warhammer Online. The item, Korssar's Helm will magically transform the wearer into a ferocious bear. Of course!
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By Chienne - Wed Aug 20, 2008 11:03pm
Electronic Arts are at Games Convention, in Leipzig, Germany, and they've taken this opportunity to announce the all-star cast that are due to feature in their upcoming RTS title, Command & Conquer Red Alert 3.
As with all games in the franchise, they're making a big deal about the trademark live-action movie sequences - and this year features the biggest cast ever, drawing from award-winning actors, science fiction legends, action stars, up-and-coming starlets from around the globe and even mixed martial artists. Don't believe us? We've got the full list, plus a new video that shows 'em all off.
As with all games in the franchise, they're making a big deal about the trademark live-action movie sequences - and this year features the biggest cast ever, drawing from award-winning actors, science fiction legends, action stars, up-and-coming starlets from around the globe and even mixed martial artists. Don't believe us? We've got the full list, plus a new video that shows 'em all off.
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By Chienne - Thu Aug 7, 2008 3:12pm
The doors have opened to the Command & Conquer Red Alert 3 beta, allowing the first 2,000 people worldwide who registered the beta key included with Kane's Wrath to sign in and check out what's in store. It's a deliberately slow introduction process (the next 10,000 registered users are to be invited "soon"), to try and iron out any bugs before the game is released to the public.
Today also sees the next announcement regarding just who will be starring in the game's well-known cinematic cut scenes: UK actress Gemma Atkinson.
Today also sees the next announcement regarding just who will be starring in the game's well-known cinematic cut scenes: UK actress Gemma Atkinson.
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By Chienne - Tue Jul 15, 2008 3:19pm
By now you should have read up on EA's Press Conference, if you've been following our E3 coverage. It's really very interesting - but what about the details about the games? Where are they?
...why, right here, actually. Each of these games is scheduled to ship either this year or "early 2009" for a variety of platforms. We've got deep stories, riveting graphics, and socially connected experiences. Whether you're a core gamer or a new player, there's something here for you!
...why, right here, actually. Each of these games is scheduled to ship either this year or "early 2009" for a variety of platforms. We've got deep stories, riveting graphics, and socially connected experiences. Whether you're a core gamer or a new player, there's something here for you!
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By Matt K - Sun Jun 29, 2008 5:31am
This weekend marks the midway point of 2008, a milestone which has either come very slowly or out of nowhere, depending on your perception of time and space. I find myself in the latter group, stuck in a state of mind where it's March or April, largely out of desperation for some warm weather. Most of my recent time has been spent wrestling a Metal Gear Solid 4 review, which you'll see on the site soon, and the new Alone in the Dark game, which has some promising concepts destroyed by wretched controls and a multitude of glitches.
With the midway point reached, I thought I'd take the time this week to look back at the major events and releases of the first six months of the year.
With the midway point reached, I thought I'd take the time this week to look back at the major events and releases of the first six months of the year.
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By Chienne - Tue Jun 24, 2008 11:41am
Sticking with a musical theme, a little birdy's just told me that if you're looking forward to Command & Conquer: Red Alert 3, you'd better make sure your sound system's in good shape. Making his very welcome return to the franchise is Frank Klepacki - the man who composed one of the most memorable themes in PC gaming, Hellmarch (from the original Red Alert).
Don't believe me? Well then, the man himself says a few words about it in this new trailer - filmed in his private studio, where he's hard at work on Hellmarch 3.
Don't believe me? Well then, the man himself says a few words about it in this new trailer - filmed in his private studio, where he's hard at work on Hellmarch 3.
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By Chienne - Tue Jun 3, 2008 1:01pm
I'm sure there's more than a few Australians scratching their heads over the first announcement on the Command & Conquer: Red Alert 3 cast list - but she's more than a little well-known in the States, and she looks pretty snazzy in a uniform, so who are we to complain?
She is Gina Carano, star of EliteXC mixed martial arts competitions and one of the American Gladiators - and now, Crush (as she's known to her legions of fans) is stepping into the boots of a deadly Soviet commando when she stars as Natasha in one of the most anticipated strategy games of the year, coming to PC and Xbox 360.
She is Gina Carano, star of EliteXC mixed martial arts competitions and one of the American Gladiators - and now, Crush (as she's known to her legions of fans) is stepping into the boots of a deadly Soviet commando when she stars as Natasha in one of the most anticipated strategy games of the year, coming to PC and Xbox 360.
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By TheMeadow - Tue May 20, 2008 3:55pm
It's always a good day when you wake up to one of your favourite franchises sending you a nice little gameplay trailer and some new screens for you to look at. However it isn't so nice when all you want to do is play it right now.
Ever since they announced Command & Conquer: Red Alert 3, I've just wanted to play it. I've even gone back through the previous two in anticipation. After checking out this latest trailer all I want to hear is those two little words that bring a smile to my face... 'Kirov reporting'.
Ever since they announced Command & Conquer: Red Alert 3, I've just wanted to play it. I've even gone back through the previous two in anticipation. After checking out this latest trailer all I want to hear is those two little words that bring a smile to my face... 'Kirov reporting'.
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By Chienne - Fri Mar 28, 2008 10:14am
Rejoice, for the Messiah has once again risen. Electronic Arts has unleashed Command & Conquer 3: Kane's Wrath on unsuspecting Australian PC gamers. The first expansion pack for last year's best-selling RTS, Kane's Wrath brings an all-new, hand-crafted campaign, six sub-factions, game-changing epic units and Tiberium lore spanning two decades.
Even better, if you pick up either Command & Conquer 3: Kane's Wrath or the Command & Conquer 3 Limited Collection, you'll also grab an exclusive beta key for the Command & Conquer Red Alert 3 beta, due to start later this year.
Even better, if you pick up either Command & Conquer 3: Kane's Wrath or the Command & Conquer 3 Limited Collection, you'll also grab an exclusive beta key for the Command & Conquer Red Alert 3 beta, due to start later this year.
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By Chienne - Tue Mar 18, 2008 9:11am
I have a treat for you this morning - and it comes in the form of screenshots, for Command & Conquer: Red Alert 3.
I'm not sure how much explanation these really need - there's still no information on release date, and details about the game itself are still pretty difficult to come by. Really though, who needs details or specifics when you have pretty pictures to drool over?
I'm not sure how much explanation these really need - there's still no information on release date, and details about the game itself are still pretty difficult to come by. Really though, who needs details or specifics when you have pretty pictures to drool over?
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By Chienne - Fri Feb 15, 2008 2:38pm
One of the most beloved and best-selling RTS series of all time is set to make a more-than welcome return. We told you about it a few days ago - and now we have some more details about Command & Conquer: Red Alert 3, fresh off the presses at EA.
It's been seven years since the last title in the series, and now it's coming back - for PC, Xbox 360 and PS3. Red Alert 3 promises to take gamers on an epic adventure through an alternate future created when time travel goes wrong. Taking RTS to a new level, the game features a fully co-operative campaign, and at the same time brings back the light-hearted style and classic, action-oriented gameplay we've come to know and love from the series.
It's been seven years since the last title in the series, and now it's coming back - for PC, Xbox 360 and PS3. Red Alert 3 promises to take gamers on an epic adventure through an alternate future created when time travel goes wrong. Taking RTS to a new level, the game features a fully co-operative campaign, and at the same time brings back the light-hearted style and classic, action-oriented gameplay we've come to know and love from the series.
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By Chienne - Wed Feb 13, 2008 5:06pm
*clears throat*
Your attention, please.
Command & Conquer: Red Alert 3 has been announced.
This is not a drill.
No details other than the confirmation have surfaced just yet - but as soon as we get any, we'll share them with you. In the meantime, it might be time to subscribe to PC Gamer, as they've got the exclusive dirt in this new chapter in the Red Alert series.
Your attention, please.
Command & Conquer: Red Alert 3 has been announced.
This is not a drill.
No details other than the confirmation have surfaced just yet - but as soon as we get any, we'll share them with you. In the meantime, it might be time to subscribe to PC Gamer, as they've got the exclusive dirt in this new chapter in the Red Alert series.
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