May 13, 2008 6:00 AMThe Myth World Cup 2008 has been announced. Beginning in early June players of the classic real time strategy game, Myth II: Soulblighter, will be able to face each other in battle to compete for prizes. Those interested in testing their Myth mettle ...

May 13, 2008 6:00 AMAspyr Media has released a free patch for Guitar Hero III: Legends of Rock for Mac. The 296 MB update brings the game to version 1.3 and introduces a new Front Row Cam option to improve performance on low end machines. The update is available as a fr...

May 13, 2008 6:00 AMBlizzard Entertainment, has announced plans for its third BlizzCon gaming convention, to be held at the Anaheim Convention Center in Anaheim, California on October 10 and 11. BlizzCon is a celebration of the global player communities surrounding Bliz...

May 13, 2008 6:00 AMRPG Vault recently published a new article exploring the favorite EVE Online memories of several CCP Games developers. The recollections serve to celebrate the sci-fi MMO's recent fifth anniversary.Huni "TomB" HinrichsenFormer positions: Quality assu...

May 12, 2008 7:03 AMInside Mac Games has posted a review of the find-the-object game Hidden Relics from Toybox Games. Here's a clip from the review:The core of the game is, of course, finding the hidden objects in each location. For each chapter, you are given a fixed a...

May 12, 2008 6:00 AMFactor Software has released a new update for MacPipes X, an action puzzler based on Pipeline. Version 1.2.8 fixes several bugs and updates the help feature. In MacPipes players must connect pipe pieces to reach the required length before the clock r...

May 12, 2008 6:00 AMA recent Macworld article provides more information about Aspyr's new Game Agent service. Hosted and managed by Digital River, the Game Agent website will allow users in North America to purchase and download games. The service will not be integrated...

May 12, 2008 6:00 AMNexuiz, Alientrap's freeware FPS death match game project, has been updated to version 2.4.2, bringing a variety of changes to the game. The latest version offers the new Onslaught game mode, a new map, and completely new announcer sounds and voices....

May 12, 2008 6:00 AMFrictional Games is now offering the full version of Penumbra: Black Plague for Mac in its online store. The sequel to Penumbra: Overture, the first person adventure game continues the horror laden tale of Philip and his quest to unravel the secrets ...

May 9, 2008 11:58 AMThe pending release of Fable: The Lost Chapters has inspired IMG's Brad Custer to created a new desktop for the game in his return. Here's what Brad had to say about his desktop, titled "Decisions":With the release of Fable: The Lost Chapters from Fe...

May 9, 2008 6:00 AMDroid Assault is the latest in a series of modern-retro arcade shooter games released by Puppygames. The game attempts to capture the feel of 8-bit games such as Paradroid and Quazatron, with modern graphics and sound. It's available to download now f...

May 9, 2008 6:00 AM3D Realms has marked the 16th anniversary of Wolfenstein 3D's release with a discussion of the game and a collection of W3D related trivia. Created by id Software and released by Apogee Software (an earlier incarnation of 3D Realms), the shooter playe...

May 9, 2008 6:00 AMDigital River, a provider of global e-commerce solutions, has announced that it signed an e-commerce agreement with Aspyr Media. Digital River will build, host and manage an online store to support the sale and digital delivery of select Macintosh and...

May 9, 2008 6:00 AMid Software has confirmed that production has begun on DOOM 4, the next journey into the legendary DOOM universe. The company is expanding its internal team and is currently hiring new staff work on the highly anticipated title. "DOOM is part of the i...

May 9, 2008 6:00 AMIn a recent forum post Spiderweb Software's Jeff Vogel revealed some new information about the upcoming Geneforge 5. The final game in the RPG saga will allow players to bring the war between Shapers and Rebellion to an end. G5 will feature five diffe...

May 9, 2008 6:00 AMMacgamestore has announced the release of The Scruffs for the Macintosh on its web site. Developed by Sweet Tooth Games, The Scruffs is an original seek-and-find challenge. After Mr. Scruff loses his job, the Scruffs believe they have no choice but to...

May 8, 2008 6:37 AMInside Mac Games has posted a review of the microscopic wargame, Biofilm from Battery Acid Games. Here's a clip from the review:One of the premises of the game I found particularly interesting is the role of resources. Unlike many strategy games where...

May 8, 2008 6:00 AMThe 37th Q&A focusing on answers to fan questions about StarCraft II, Blizzard Entertainment's long awaited sequel to the original StarCraft, is now available. SC II will introduce new multiplayer action and a continuation of the storyline.2. Could yo...

May 8, 2008 6:00 AMBlackwight has announced the release of HGSE, a shareware arcade-style game that emphasizes observation and tactical skills. The game is a sequel to Hollow Ground, from the Swedish game maker Aescapia. The original game has been preserved in an entire...

May 8, 2008 6:00 AMThe iPod Observer has posted a new review article examining Yahtzee, one of many titles available for Apple's iPod device. The game brings the classic dice rolling of Hasbro's family game to the iPod with the addition of unlockable levels, multiple ga...

May 8, 2008 6:00 AMA recent article in The Escapist online gaming magazine offers an examination of the declining difficulty in mainstream games. The feature explores the reasons why developers have reduced the difficulty level, the overall impact of the change, and the...

May 7, 2008 6:00 AMMacgamestore has announced the release of Supercow for the Macintosh. Developed by Russian-based NevoSoft, the game is a colorful side-scrolling action title designed for all ages. Features include professional cartoon actors voicing the game's charac...

May 7, 2008 6:00 AMGame Career Guide has posted a new article exploring the use of physics in computer games. The feature traces the history of physics in games from the early days of Pong to the processor intensive shooters of today.Even before the advanced 3D graphics...

May 7, 2008 6:00 AMMacworld's Game Room has published a new review of Return to Dark Castle, the long awaited third installment in the classic action series. The game once again sends players, this time in the form of a new hero, into the Dark Castle to vanquish the Bla...

May 7, 2008 6:00 AMAmbrosia Software has announced the release of Uplink 1.6.0. This release brings support for PowerPC and Intel-based Macs, and also provides enhancements to the cyber-hacking strategy game. Improvements and changes in version 1.6.0: • Uplink is now a ...

May 6, 2008 7:00 AMInside Mac Games has posted a review of the building sim Build-a-Lot from Red Marble Games. Here's a clip from the review:Two game modes are supplied: Story mode and casual mode. In story mode a certain amount of objectives must be met, such as earnin...

May 6, 2008 6:00 AMIndependent filmmakers Patrick A. McIntire and Adrian Vanderbosch recently unveiled a daily blog chronicling their efforts to bring Cyan's Myst franchise to Hollywood with a big screen adaptation of the popular exploration puzzle title. Code named Pro...

May 6, 2008 6:00 AMTheDigitalLifestyle.tv has unveiled a new webpage devoted to reviews of every game currently available for Apple's iPod multimedia device. The video reviews offer brief summaries of the gameplay and opinions on whether or not the title is worth purcha...

May 6, 2008 6:00 AMTenderfoot Games recently announced that an open beta version of Wild West Online: Gunfighter is now available. In the game players take the role of a gunslinger in the 19th Century American West. As gun fighters, players engage in duels, working thei...

May 6, 2008 6:00 AM1UP.com has posted a new preview of Blizzard Entertainment's upcoming StarCraft II. Based on the experiences of two editors who battled against one another using an early version of the game, the article offers a player's perspective of the changes co...

May 5, 2008 6:00 AMGrubby Games has announced its latest title, The Amazing Brain Train. The game challenges players with 15 different brain challenging games, in 5 categories. Brain Train features three different play modes, 32 trophies to unlock, and an online scorebo...

May 5, 2008 6:00 AMBlizzard Entertainment has taken the wraps off its newly redesigned Official Blizzard Store. The overhaul includes the introduction of Blizzard Accounts which will allow users to download full versions of Blizzard games after they have entered the CD-...

May 5, 2008 6:00 AMComputer and Video Games has posted a hands-on preview of Blizzard Entertainment's upcoming StarCraft II, the eagerly awaited sequel to one of the most successful real time strategy games available. The feature offers a look at some of the new units i...

May 5, 2008 6:00 AMFactor Software has released a new update for Germs, its color matching puzzle title. Version 1.3.1 fixes several bugs and updates the help feature. In Germs, the player picks up germ sprites from a "culture dish" and arranges them on the gameboard in...

May 2, 2008 6:38 AMInside Mac Games has posted a review of the hidden object game Mystery Case Files: Madame Fate from Big Fish Games. Here's a clip from the review:Find 3 stars, a duck, a trowel, a pair of soiled underpants, a speaker, 2 headless kittens, a microscope,...

May 2, 2008 6:00 AMGamasutra recently published an article examining the current state of the indepent game market. Specifically focusing on "casual games," the article offers an examination of the types of players who use casual games, and the struggles unique to devel...

May 2, 2008 6:00 AMPopCap Games, a developer and publisher of casual games, announced that continuing through May 11, 2008, the company will honor Mother's Day by donating 30% of the price of each game sold on its website to Susan G. Komen for the Cure, the global leade...

May 2, 2008 6:00 AMBrad Custer, our resident desktop guru, wanted to pass along the news that Custer's Desktops will return next week after his brief hiatus. He's been upgrading his computer system and will be back with another great wallpaper then. So, be sure to keep ...

May 2, 2008 6:00 AMHothead Games has announced that the Mac, Windows, and Linux versions of Penny Arcade Adventures: On the Rain-Slick Precipice of Darkness, Episode One have reached gold master status and are planned for worldwide download via the new digital download ...

May 2, 2008 6:00 AMTheDigitalLifestyle.tv recently released a new video review of Mahjong for iPod, one of a growing number of titles available for Apple's portable multimedia device. The tile matching board game features 72 different layouts, 3 game modes, and a Next M...

May 1, 2008 6:00 AMA recent post on The Boy Genius Report site notes the achievement of Polish developer Binary Core, which managed to develop the iQuickBlock game for Apple's iPhone in a swift six hours of work. The game challenges players' reaction speeds as they work...

May 1, 2008 6:00 AMA new interview with EA's Rod Humble is now available from Rock, Paper, Shotgun. The Q&A covers a range of topics related to The Sims franchise including discussion of the upcoming third installment in the series, the sometimes hostile reception from ...

May 1, 2008 6:00 AMThe Guardian has published a new interview with legendary game designer Peter Molyneux. This time the talkative designer discussed the reasons why most game designers remain anonymous, as well as the pros and cons of having a well known name behind a ...

April 30, 2008 6:00 AMApple Games' latest feature travels the desert sands in the Egyptian themed adventure game, Ankh: Heart of Osiris. The 3D graphic adventure gives players the task of once again aiding young prince Assil, this time in recovering his stolen Ankh. The...

April 30, 2008 6:00 AMElectronic Arts’s and Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment have announced that the Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince game will be released later this year to coincide with the Warner Bros. Pictures film based on J.K. Rowling’s sixth Harry Po...

April 30, 2008 6:00 AMA recent study from East Carolina University supports the idea that casual games have positive health benefits for players. The 6-month randomized, controlled study revealed that games such as Peggle and Bejeweled can reduce stress and depression i...

April 30, 2008 6:00 AMSpiderweb Software has unveiled a new secure online store for selling its many RPG game offerings. The shareware developer is responsible for a variety of titles, including the Avernum and Geneforge series. The store is still in beta testing and Sp...

April 29, 2008 6:00 AMbit-tech.net recently posted a hands on review of CodeWeaver's CrossOver Games. The software allows users to play some Windows games on their Intel Macs without having to install a copy of Microsoft's operating system. The review includes screensho...

April 29, 2008 6:00 AMWorthplaying recently posted several new screenshots for Wakfu, an upcoming tactical MMORPG from the creators of Dofus. Taking place in the same world of the flash based Dofus, although far in the future from the events of the original game, Wakfu ...

April 29, 2008 6:00 AMGypsy King Software has released version 1.3.0 of Blackjack Gold, its blackjack casino simulation software. The new update allows OS X Leopard users to enjoy the gambling game, which gives players the customization tools to simulation virtually any...