Not a bad week for releases… people looking forward to Halo Wars should be getting pretty excited right about now. There are also quite a few options for sports fans, and a handful of other titles that at least look interesting.
For Consoles
Halo Wars | 360 | 360 Limited Edition
Set prior to the original Halo game, Halo wars brings real-time strategy gameplay to the Halo universe, as UNSC forces attempt to retake the planet Harvest from the Covenant. The Limited Edition includes the Mythic Map Pack, containing 3 new maps, a graphic novel, access to the in-game vehicle Covenant Honor Guard, six leader cards, and a Spirt of Fire Patch.
Sonic and the Black Knight | Wii
In Sonic and the Black Knight, Sonic is drawn into the rich, colorful world of King Arthur’s Camelot by the granddaughter of the legendary wizard Merlin who asks him to harness the power of a sacred sword. The heroic hedgehog must fight off the fearsome knights, avoid obstacles and unravel the mystery of a villain who threatens the very existence of Camelot.
Eat Lead: The Return of Matt Hazard | PS3 | 360
In Eat Lead: The Return of Matt Hazard, Matt Hazard gets his chance to prove that he is the king of shooters when the new owner of mega game publisher, Marathon Megasoft, gives Matt his comeback role starring in a new title for next generation consoles that puts him against all of his memorable foes from videogames past. However, everything stops being a game and becomes reality when it is clear that someone is using the new game to bring about Matt’s death.
Tom Clancy’s HAWX | PS3 | 360
Tom Clancy’s HAWX for PS3 puts you behind the throttle, in the fighter pilot’s seat. As a member of the elite HAWX squadron, you’ll find yourself manning cutting-edge aircraft, training on all the newest weapons, and carrying out dangerous top-secret missions set against the backdrop of a chaotic future.
MLB ‘09: The Show | PS3 | PS2
Also available on: PSP
The fourth game in the series, MLB ‘09 brings authentic baseball action to fans of the game. Online league play, customization of players and teams, and interactive training all add to the experience.
Major League Baseball 2K9 | PS3 | 360 | Wii | PS2
Also available on: PSP | Nintendo DS
Major League Baseball 2K9 captures player-specific details including batting stances, pitching windups and signature swings. Featuring game play enhancements in pitching, batting, fielding, and base running, the game is great for for rookies or veterans.
SBK Superbike World Championship | PS3 | 360
Also available on: PSP
The Superbike World Championship is truly a global event. SBK Superbike World Championshio is a unique experience in motorsports featuring ultra-realistic close up shots of the riders hugging tight turns while their bodies hang inches away from the track.
SkiDoo Snowmobile Challenge | PS3
Featuring 20 fully authentic Ski-doo snowmobiles, p[layers compete in adrenaline filled snow cross races, extreme hill climbs, and gravity defying stunt challenges as they try to win it all.
Six Flags Fun Park | Wii
Players are tasked with quests that encourage them to explore the park’s zany universe. Test your skills, win prizes, and play against friends in over 40 mini-games including Skee-Ball, Go Fish, Strongman and many more.
We Ski & Snowboard | Wii
Compatible with the Wii Balance Board, We Ski & Snowboard is a wintry thrill ride over 7,000 vertical meters across two huge mountains.
Tomb Raider Underworld | PS2
For those of you who haven’t upgraded to the latest generation in gaming consoles yet, the latest Tomb Raider game will be available for PS2 this week.
King of Fighters ‘98: Ultimate Match | PS2
The Ultimate Match edition of KoF ‘98 introduces new characters, game systems, game modes, stages and soundtracks not seen in the original.
Spongebob Square Pants: Happy Squared Double Pack | PS2
Two Spongebob Square Pants games in one package: “SpongeBob Squarepants: The Movie” and “SpongeBob Squarepants: Battle of Bikini Bottom.”
New on WiiWare
Family & Friends Party (1000 Wii Points)
Have fun with all your friends and family as you take on some very exciting challenges. This is an interactive board game for as many as eight players of all ages. The goal is to be the first to complete a series of challenges. During each turn, a challenge will be played by one or two players per team depending on the type of challenge you’ve been given.
For Handhelds
Phantasy Star Portable | PSP
Set between Phantasy Star Universe and PSU: Ambition of the Illuminus, in Phantasy Star Portable players must investigate and clear out the infestation of the alien SEED.
Black Sigil: Blade of the Exiled | Nintendo DS
Bel Lenora is a world where people are born with magic at their command. Years ago, a single man walked the land with no magic in his veins. He brought death and tragedy in his wake and was banished by a brave General at a great cost. It has been fifteen years since his banishment and once again, a young man with no magic walks the land of Bel Lenora.
Air Conflicts | PSP
Air Conflicts is an arcade flight simulator game set in World War II, featuring the aircraft of this period and historically inspired missions. The emphasis is on intense dogfights, daring bombing raids and exciting aerial missions.
Peggle Dual Shot | Nintendo DS
In this pachinko-style pinball game, players must use the DS’s stylus to fine-tune their aim as they clear orange pegs from 55 levels.
Spongebob vs. The Big One: Beach Party Cook Off | Nintendo DS
Mr. Krabs has signed up to compete in the cooking contest that will determine who will cater Jack Kahuna Laguna`s Big Beach Party. Players will be tasked with assisting SpongeBob, Patrick and friends in running the Krusty Krab and training Plankton’s cousins in the creation of the best deep-sea dishes.
Littlest Pet Shop Spring | Nintendo DS
Littlest Pet Shop Spring bounces you right into the middle of all the fun in the Littlest Pet Shop world. Add to your Littlest Pet Shop video game collection with the fourth game for the Nintendo DS. With more mini-games, accessories, and playsets, the fun keeps on growing.
Imagine: Ice Champions | Nintendo DS
Yet another Imagine game, this one lets you pretend to be a figure skater as you play through the mini-games.
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