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THIS WEEK’S RELEASES: AUGUST 6TH – AUGUST 12TH

Compared to last week’s release list, this week contains a veritable cornucopia of quality entertainment. Then again, compared to last week, a catbox would contain a veritable cornucopia of quality entertainment too. Yes, it’s still looking pretty grim out there.

While there aren’t any blockbusters on the list, there are a few titles worth talking about. Let’s start with Tomb Raider Anniversary for the PSP. Crystal Dynamics has done nothing but quality work since taking over the Tomb Raider franchise, so PSP owners should have something worth renting at the very least.

The Mega Man franchise will take three shots at the Nintendo DS this week as it takes the multiple version route with Mega Man Leo, Pegasus and the Gamestop exclusive Dragon. I haven’t heard much at all about this one, so approach it at your own risk.

Finally, Sega brings another installment of the Crazy Taxi franchise to retail with Crazy Taxi: Fare Wars for the PSP. Crazy Taxi hasn’t exactly been a must-have series since it’s early days on the Dreamcast, and given Sega’s track record with it’s classic franchises of late, I’d probably tell you to keep your money in your pocket until you know exactly what you’re getting into.

Just like last week, it’s looking like a good week to catch up on games you’ve been meaning to play while putting some cash aside for the fall blockbuster rush. You’re gonna need it.

  • Attack on Pearl Harbor – PC – 8/7/2007
  • Chameleon: To Dye For – DS – 8/7/2007
  • Glory Days 2 – DS – 8/7/2007
  • Mission: Combat Force – PC – 8/7/2007
  • Pet Alien – DS – 8/7/2007
  • Boogie – WII – 8/8/2007
  • Call of Duty 3 (Greatest Hits) – PS2 – 8/8/2007
  • Crazy Taxi: Fare Wars – PSP – 8/8/2007
  • Hidden Expedition Everest – PC – 8/8/2007
  • High School Musical: Makin’ the Cut – DS – 8/8/2007
  • Marvel Ultimate Alliance (Greatest Hits) – PS2 – 8/8/2007
  • Mega Man Star Force: Dragon (Gamestop Exclusive) – DS – 8/8/2007
  • Mega Man Star Force: Leo – DS – 8/8/2007
  • Mega Man Star Force: Pegasus – DS – 8/8/2007
  • Mystery Case Files: Ravenhearst – PC – 8/8/2007
  • Virtual Villagers: The Lost Children – PC – 8/8/2007
  • Big City Adventure – PC – 8/9/2007
  • Inca Ball – PC – 8/9/2007
  • Star Defender 3 – PC – 8/9/2007
  • Tennis Titans – PC – 8/9/2007
  • Tomb Raider Anniversary – PSP – 8/9/2007

Please keep in mind these are only estimated release dates and could change at any time.

August 6, 2007 Posted by nylatenite | This Week's Releases | | No Comments Yet

MAME V.118 RELEASED

The latest version of the Multiple Arcade Machine Emulator is now available. Version 1.18 incorporates all of the changes made in the last series of interim updates, including the new input system and user interface. If you were having problems with anything in v.117, this new version may be the one for you.

The updated files can be found at the official MAME page at Mamedev.org. You can Click here to see the full list of what’s new in this update.

August 6, 2007 Posted by nylatenite | Arcade, Emulation, MAME | | No Comments Yet