id Software will be bringing its Rage game to the Apple iPhone and iPad and the company is promising some crazy graphics. How crazy? Is 60 frames-per-second crazy enough for you? The company showed off a sneak preview of the Rage game at the QuakeCon conference (check out video at Kotaku) and it said this…
Google Ventures invests in Apple iPhone game maker ngmoco
In a move that could lead to more killer games on Android, Google Ventures has invested some cash into the prolific iPhone game maker ngmoco. According to TechCrunch: The company, which is already profitable, took the money as part of a new round of funding — probably in the $3-5 million range. ngmoco currently has…
Square-Enix’s Chaos Rings Released on the iPad with Upgrade HD Graphics
Square-Enix’s Chaos Rings debuted on the iPhone nearly 4 months ago and received critical acclaim across many outlets. Chaos Rings event secured the No.1 sales spot in 15 countries around the world. With that said, Square-Enix is set to rule the iPad RPG gaming market as Chaos Rings has now officially been released on the…
Gameloft Takes Gangstar Sequel To Miami in Gangstar: Miami Vindication for iPhone & iPad
It was a year ago when Gameloft released Gangstar: West Coast Hustle, which was obviously inspired by Rockstar Games’ Grand Theft Auto series. Well, it looks like Gameloft has once again borrowed inspiration from the Grand Theft Auto series as they announced its follow-up game, Gangstar: Miami Vindication. Gangstar: Miami Vindication will take place in…
Sony Ericsson bringing out Android 3.0 gaming smartphone
Well, it looks like we may finally be seeing that oft-rumored PlayStation phone, as rumors from Engadget say Sony Ericsson is working on a new gaming platform smartphone that will utilize Android 3.0. As for the hardware, Engadget says: The device is described as cross between the Samsung Captivate and the PSP Go — in…
Microsoft assembling a team of engineers for a new Mobile Gaming Studio
Microsoft is assembling a new Mobile Gaming Studio and is hiring software engineers to fill these newly created positions. This information comes from a recent job listing posted on Microsoft’s website that is looking for developers who are excited about games, connected entertainment, and Windows Phone 7. According to the listing, the new Mobile Studio…
Review: Madden NFL 11 for iPhone & iPad
When it comes to footaball games, it’s undeniable that EA’s Madden NFL series is the best. Madden NFL has always bridged authenticity with fun and engaging gameplay and that’s why so many sports game fans have always flocked to the Madden series. That’s also why we had to get a hands-on look at Madden NFL…
Free App Alert: Civilization Revolution
Nothing can beat a good freebie, especially when the freebie is already such an amazing product. This is certainly the case today as Civilization Revolution from 2K Games is available for free right at this very moment. Civilization Revolution was released nearly a year ago, to which James game it a favorable review saying the…
Review: Castlevania Puzzle: Encore of the Night for iPhone
If I’ve learned anything from my numerous hours playing Castlevania Puzzle: Encore of the Night, it’s that just because something isn’t what you’re used to, that doesn’t necessarily mean it’s a bad thing. Konami took a big gamble by delivering a puzzle game inside a Castlevania package. Boy, did that gamble pay off. Castlevania Puzzle:…
MyTown Now Available in Canada, the UK, and Australia
Booyah’s location-based check-in game, MyTown, is now available in Australian, UK, and Canadian iTunes stores. Woo! This is one I’ve actually been waiting for for awhile. Basically, it adds a thick slather of game elements on top of the usual location-based check-ins you might be familiar with in Foursquare and Gowalla. Essentially, it turns that…