http://www.apple.com/games/ Apple Games - What's New provided by Apple. en-us Copyright 2009, Apple Inc. games@apple.com Thu, 19 Nov 2009 15:38:33 PST Thu, 19 Nov 2009 15:38:33 PST Apple In house http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss/ http://www.apple.com/games/trailers/x3terranconflict/ “We sell you a universe. Do with it what you like,” remarks Bernd Lehahn, managing director at developer Egosoft. X3: Terran Conflict takes that concept further than previous games in the series, giving you more storylines to explore, new characters whose eyes give you fresh perspectives on the X Universe, and the long-awaited reconnection with the Sol System, where a mythical planet called Earth waits. Unfortunately, the deadly mechanized Xenon have found Earth too, and the fate of the Terran race rests on defeating them. Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:00:00 PST http://www.apple.com/games/trailers/x3terranconflict/ http://www.apple.com/games/articles/2009/11/thesims3worldadventures/ Send your Sims to Al Simhara, Egypt, Shang Simla, China, and Champ Les Sims, France in the latest Sims 3 expansion pack. They’ll explore musty tombs and find ancient treasures, learn how to make sweet nectar, hone the mental discipline needed for martial arts, and snap photos of all the fun they have along the way. They’ll also learn new skills, acquire new traits, and discover new lifetime wishes and rewards. Just watch out for mummies’ curses. Thu, 19 Nov 2009 14:00:00 PST http://www.apple.com/games/articles/2009/11/thesims3worldadventures/ http://www.apple.com/downloads/macosx/games/action_adventure/littlespaceduo.html A puzzle-based arcade game starring an unusual pair of heroes - a little girl and a small robot. They have found themselves in trouble on a huge spaceship and need to join forces to sort out the situation. Join them on a mission through the spaceship and help them to overcome all the challenges and hazards they will encounter on the way. Tue, 17 Nov 2009 15:08:21 PST http://www.apple.com/downloads/macosx/games/action_adventure/littlespaceduo.html http://store.apple.com/us/product/TX775VC/A The G13 Advanced Gameboard lets you dig in, take command and stay informed with game-changing comfort and control. Its GamePanel LCD displays information like live stats, system info and communications from fellow players. It also includes backlit keys with selectable colors of light. You can configure up to 25 keypresses per game, and the joystick is programmable. Now take your gaming to the absolute cutting edge. Tue, 10 Nov 2009 18:40:57 PST http://store.apple.com/us/product/TX775VC/A http://www.apple.com/downloads/macosx/games/demos_updates/bioshock.html At the bottom of the Atlantic Ocean sits Rapture, a grand experiment gone horribly wrong. Fourteen years after it opened in 1946, you explore the ruined city in search of answers to what happened. Arm yourself with powerful plasmids that augment conventional weapons, and hack security turrets and robots when necessary. Defeat Splicers and Big Daddies along the way to confronting Rapture founder Andrew Ryan and learning terrible secrets. Wed, 04 Nov 2009 11:18:27 PST http://www.apple.com/downloads/macosx/games/demos_updates/bioshock.html http://www.apple.com/downloads/macosx/games/cards_puzzle/thetudors.html Based on the hit Showtime series, travel across Europe as you uncover conspiracies, assassination attempts and other threats against England and her King. Tue, 03 Nov 2009 19:01:17 PST http://www.apple.com/downloads/macosx/games/cards_puzzle/thetudors.html http://www.apple.com/downloads/macosx/games/demos_updates/legoindianajonestheoriginaladventures.html The Original Adventures takes the fun and creative construction of LEGO and combines it with the wits, daring and non-stop action from the original cinematic adventures that enthralled audiences everywhere. This update adds full gamepad support and more. Fri, 30 Oct 2009 10:40:58 PDT http://www.apple.com/downloads/macosx/games/demos_updates/legoindianajonestheoriginaladventures.html http://www.apple.com/downloads/macosx/games/kids_learning/boonka.html When a beautiful and distant land is overrun, the peace that had prevailed for ages is shattered. Now, to restore this once idyllic land to its former glory, you`ll need to subdivide into various little nature spirits called Boonkas and work to heal the flora and trees destroyed by the dark and powerful Skours. With powerful bonuses, 3 unique game modes, and truly addictive gameplay, Boonka has something for everyone! Fri, 30 Oct 2009 10:35:38 PDT http://www.apple.com/downloads/macosx/games/kids_learning/boonka.html http://www.apple.com/games/articles/2009/10/warhammeronlineageofreckoning/ “Warhammer Online is unique in a lot of ways,” executive producer Jeff Hickman tells us. This massively multiplayer online role-playing game (MMORPG) pits Destruction against Order in a large-scale conflict that requires all the resources each side can muster, including victories in small-scale skirmishes, completion of quests, and success in player-versus-player combat. The ultimate goal? A massive assault on the enemy’s capital city, which Hickman says is “pretty awesome to experience.” Tue, 27 Oct 2009 23:00:00 PDT http://www.apple.com/games/articles/2009/10/warhammeronlineageofreckoning/ http://www.apple.com/downloads/macosx/games/cards_puzzle/trappedtheabduction.html What was a regular day turned into a nightmare for a young woman who awakes locked in the back of a truck not knowing what happened, who she is, or what will happen next; what’s worse is you are that woman, and it’s up to you to crack codes, puzzles and escape traps laid out by this serial killer. Tue, 27 Oct 2009 11:15:27 PDT http://www.apple.com/downloads/macosx/games/cards_puzzle/trappedtheabduction.html http://www.apple.com/games/trailers/vendettaonline/ If space is the final frontier, then the universe depicted in the massively multi-player online role-playing game Vendetta Online is the Wild West set among the stars. Choose to join the warmongering Serco, defensive-but-peaceful Itani or neutral Union of Independent Territories as you create your character and set out for the stars, taking on missions that range from hauling cargo to attacking enemy factions. Play as a merchant, become a pirate or take on one of a variety of other roles as you ply the galactic spaceways, working to improve your skills and your ship. Fri, 23 Oct 2009 14:50:00 PDT http://www.apple.com/games/trailers/vendettaonline/ http://www.apple.com/games/hardware/index.html#go With MacBook, you get an amazing consumer-level graphics experience that’s great for popular 3D games like Spore, Call of Duty, and Sims 3. The NVIDIA GeForce 9400M graphics processor provides an outstanding everyday graphics experience with up to a 5x performance boost. Based on an advanced architecture, NVIDIA graphics deliver smooth, responsive gameplay, so you can immerse yourself in game worlds that come to life with rich color, fine detail, and fluid motion — all without sacrificing battery life. Tue, 20 Oct 2009 11:50:10 PDT http://www.apple.com/games/hardware/index.html#go http://www.apple.com/games/hardware/index.html#intermediate iMac offers graphics options designed to make the most of every pixel on that 21.5 or 27-inch screen. If you’re an avid gamer, the iMac can be pre-configured with quad-core Intel Core i5 or Core i7 “Nehalem” processors. The optional ATI Radeon HD 4670 graphics processor delivers up to 4x faster performance than the NVIDIA GeForce 9400M — ideal for 3D games and graphics-intensive applications. For the ultimate in graphics performance, choose a 27-inch iMac with the ATI Radeon HD 4850 graphics processor. Tue, 20 Oct 2009 11:50:00 PDT http://www.apple.com/games/hardware/index.html#intermediate http://www.apple.com/downloads/macosx/games/action_adventure/machinarium.html A little robot who’s been thrown out to the scrap yard behind the city must return and confront the Black Cap Brotherhood and save his robot-girl friend. Tue, 20 Oct 2009 10:45:00 PDT http://www.apple.com/downloads/macosx/games/action_adventure/machinarium.html http://www.apple.com/games/articles/2009/10/x3terranconflict/ “We sell you a universe. Do with it what you like,” remarks Bernd Lehahn, managing director at developer Egosoft. X3: Terran Conflict takes that concept further than previous games in the series, giving you more storylines to explore, new characters whose eyes give you fresh perspectives on the X Universe, and the long-awaited reconnection with the Sol System, where a mythical planet called Earth waits. Unfortunately, the deadly mechanized Xenon have found Earth too, and the fate of the Terran race rests on defeating them. Tue, 13 Oct 2009 23:00:00 PDT http://www.apple.com/games/articles/2009/10/x3terranconflict/ http://www.apple.com/downloads/macosx/games/cards_puzzle/avenueflo.html Mysterious events are threatening DinerTown’s biggest wedding in history. As Flo, you will explore the town, interacting with neighbors that help you solve puzzles, collect missing items, and complete activities to set things right. Can you help Quinn save the wedding? Tue, 13 Oct 2009 17:40:57 PDT http://www.apple.com/downloads/macosx/games/cards_puzzle/avenueflo.html http://www.apple.com/downloads/macosx/games/kids_learning/animalscoloringbook.html A wonderful product aimed at children of just about any age, allowing them to express their artistic nature in an educational and constructive manner. With a fully three dimensional interface, it allows you to mix colors and paints and create some delightful sceneries. It is a rather unique product, and something which can keep small children occupied for many hours. However, it is a little bit more complex than one might think, also including various sounds and music in the background. Tue, 13 Oct 2009 13:53:05 PDT http://www.apple.com/downloads/macosx/games/kids_learning/animalscoloringbook.html http://www.apple.com/downloads/macosx/games/action_adventure/thesecretsofdavincitheforbiddenmanuscript.html Paris, 1522. Valdo, an ambitious young apprentice working for Leonardo Da Vinci’s disciple, Francesco, is least happy when the scholar suddenly dismisses him. However, shortly afterwards, he receives a letter from a mysterious patron, asking him to locate one of the great master’s missing codices. This is the first game game about the life of Leonardo Da Vinci giving players the opportunity to penetrate the hidden enigmas of his work. Fri, 09 Oct 2009 10:14:48 PDT http://www.apple.com/downloads/macosx/games/action_adventure/thesecretsofdavincitheforbiddenmanuscript.html http://www.apple.com/games/articles/2009/10/bioshock/ At the bottom of the Atlantic Ocean sits Rapture, a grand experiment gone horribly wrong. Fourteen years after it opened in 1946, you explore the ruined city in search of answers to what happened. Arm yourself with powerful plasmids that augment conventional weapons, and hack security turrets and robots when necessary. Defeat Splicers and Big Daddies along the way to confronting Rapture founder Andrew Ryan and learning terrible secrets. Tue, 06 Oct 2009 23:00:00 PDT http://www.apple.com/games/articles/2009/10/bioshock/ http://www.apple.com/downloads/macosx/games/action_adventure/paradisebeach.html You have been selected to become the manager of some of the world’s leading beach resorts in Paradise Beach, an addictive, tycoon-style, click management game. Let your imagination go wild because this game allows total freedom of action! New elements are gradually introduced in the plot to keep the game both interesting and challenging. Tue, 06 Oct 2009 11:34:20 PDT http://www.apple.com/downloads/macosx/games/action_adventure/paradisebeach.html