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SpongeBob and Friends: Battle for Volcano Island – DS

Sat, 1st Sep 2007
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A repulsive hunk of purple goo with a suitably hideous name - Mawgu - is threatening the entire Nickelodeon universe as we know it.
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Resident Evil 4: Wii Edition - Wii

Sat, 1st Sep 2007
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Resident Evil 4: Wii Edition revives the horror with motion control precision, offering the definitive fight against a diabolical cult.
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More Brain Training - Nintendo DS

Sat, 1st Sep 2007
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Once again, it is time to rummage around our hollow craniums to rediscover that large hunk of grey matter that we call a brain.
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Rogue Galaxy- PS2

Sat, 1st Sep 2007
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After a lengthy wait, Rogue Galaxy arrives on PS2 shores, offering a rich story and innovative combat that makes the sci-fi RPG well worth it.
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Lara Croft Tomb Raider: Anniversary – PS2

Sat, 1st Sep 2007
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Lara Croft marks 10 years with a stunning PS2 remake, blending classic adventure with modern tech. #TombRaiderAnniversary invites nostalgia and challenge.
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Singstar – PS3

Sat, 1st Sep 2007
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Singstar PS3 dazzles with HD quality and expansive song library, making it the ultimate party hit this Christmas 2007.
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Mario Party 8 - Wii

Sat, 1st Sep 2007
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Mario Party 8 - Wii's latest adventure mixes boardgame antics with quirky minigames, but its slow pace may not thrill all Nintendo fans.
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Driver: Parallel Lines - Wii

Sat, 1st Sep 2007
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Driver: Parallel Lines spins a high-octane tale of crime and driving in NYC '78, with thrilling Wii motion controls making every chase a rush.
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Flatout: Ultimate Carnage – Xbox 360

Sat, 1st Sep 2007
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The Flatout game series is one of the most undervalued in its genre, often overshadowed by EA's blockbuster Burnout franchise.
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Brothers in Arms - Nintendo DS

Sat, 1st Sep 2007
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The World War II shooting-action genre has blown up to gargantuan proportions since we heralded 3D graphics that were able to do history justice.
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Alien Syndrome - PSP

Sat, 1st Sep 2007
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Suffice to say there's a more than a little bit of deja-vu when approaching Sega's Alien Syndrome title for the PSP.
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Warfront – Turning Point – PC

Sat, 1st Sep 2007
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World War II strategy games are available in abundance, an aside from Company of Heroes, generally do little to set themselves apart from the rest of the crowd.
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Lost Planet: Extreme Condition – PC

Sat, 1st Sep 2007
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Lost Planet leaps from Xbox 360 to PC, bringing its anime-styled battles and stunning visuals to Steam, albeit with a few hitches.
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Ghost Recon Advanced Warfighter 2 - PC

Sat, 1st Sep 2007
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Ghost Recon Advanced Warfighter 2 finally returns to its origins on the PC, if not slightly delayed from its appearance on the 360.
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Colin McRae's DiRT – Xbox 360

Sat, 1st Sep 2007
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After a notable 2 year absence, Codemasters have returned with the latest entry in the Colin McRae rally series, DiRT.
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SingStar Pop Hits, SingStar '90s, SingStar Rock Ballads – PS2

Sat, 1st Sep 2007
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Sony's SingStar continues to entertain with Pop Hits, '90s anthems, and Rock Ballads for PS2, blending fun and nostalgia at every party.
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Tony Hawk's Downhill Jam – PS2

Sat, 1st Sep 2007
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Tony Hawk's latest PS2 venture pivots towards racing, leaving fans divided. Downhill Jam swaps tricks for speed, challenging the franchise's legacy.
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Civilization IV: Beyond the Sword – PC

Sat, 1st Sep 2007
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Civilization IV's latest expansion, Beyond the Sword, revolutionises strategy with espionage and economic gameplay, setting a new bar.
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Rainbow Six Vegas – PS3

Sat, 1st Sep 2007
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Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Vegas hits PS3, delivering a blend of strategy and realism in an elite counter-terror battle through Las Vegas.
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Jam Sessions Preview - DS

Sat, 1st Sep 2007
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Jam Sessions for the DS offers a unique, interactive way to learn guitar basics with virtual strings and chords, perfect for budding musicians.