Valve recently revealed that Cold Stream, a new DLC pack for the zombie filled Left 4 Dead 2, will be released on July 24. Among other things the pack includes new versions of the original Left 4 Dead's Death Toll, Dead Air, Blood Harvest, and Crash Course levels.

Set in the zombie apocalypse, Left 4 Dead 2 (L4D2) is the highly anticipated sequel to the award-winning Left 4 Dead, the #1 co-op game of 2008.

This co-operative action horror FPS takes you and your friends through the cities, swamps and cemeteries of the Deep South, from Savannah to New Orleans across five expansive campaigns.

You'll play as one of four new survivors armed with a wide and devastating array of classic and upgraded weapons. In addition to firearms, you'll also get a chance to take out some aggression on infected with a variety of carnage-creating melee weapons, from chainsaws to axes and even the deadly frying pan.

You'll be putting these weapons to the test against (or playing as in Versus) three horrific and formidable new Special Infected. You'll also encounter five new “uncommon” common infected, including the terrifying Mudmen.

Helping to take L4D's frantic, action-packed gameplay to the next level is AI Director 2.0. This improved Director has the ability to procedurally change the weather you'll fight through and the pathways you'll take, in addition to tailoring the enemy population, effects, and sounds to match your performance. L4D2 promises a satisfying and uniquely challenging experience every time the game is played, custom-fitted to your style of play.

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Capital j Media LLC's BattleFleet is now available for purchase from Macgamestore.com. The World War II strategy title puts players in command of a fleet of US or Japanese ships in the Pacific theater of war. The game features turn based gameplay, two campaigns, and hotseat multiplayer.

BattleFleet is the ultimate Mac naval strategy game. You are in command of a fleet of US or Japanese ships in the Pacific theater of war during World War 2.

The game features innovative turn based gameplay, allowing you to move your fleet into position, aim individual turrets on each ship and sink the enemy fleet.

Features:

• Single Player Battle Mode - Face off against an AI opponent.
  
• US Campaign - Play through unique and challenging missions as the Captain of the USS Knight.
  
• Japanese Campaign - Take command for the Empire of Japan and experience the other side of the story.
  
• Hotseat Multiplayer - Play against another Human opponent on the same Mac. Pick your fleets, outfit your ships and sink your opponent.
  
• Control up to 3 ships at once, including Frigates, Destroyers, Cruisers, and more.
  
• Hunt and Sink a powerful Battleship in the US Campaign. Launch waves of aircraft from your carriers.
  
• Arm your ships with Torpedoes, Spread Turrets and massive 14" High Explosive guns!
  
• Access Strategic Command support such as Airstrikes, Sabotage, and Naval Minefields.
  
• Control the aim and power of each of your ship's guns.
  
• Maneuver your ships to maximize their firepower with a full broadside attack.

Requirements:

• Intel Mac
  
• Mac OS X 10.6.6 or later

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Moonbite has announced Zombeer, Zombies & Beers. Developed on a multiplatform engine in partnership with Padaone Games, Zombeer will be a "first-person-survival-horror-comedy-shooter" (FPSHCS). The company hopes to release the game for a variety of platforms, including Macs, by the end of the year.

“Thanks to our creative team and our background in animation, we’ve designed Zombeer as a horror comedy full of action and beer, which is perfectly true to our tastes.” declared Carlos Fernandez, CEO of Moonbite. “Our team is very passionate about pop culture so the game proudly features many references to movies, comic books and games that we like. We have said that if Zombeer had a fragrance, it would be a mix between Las Vegas and a Tijuana dive bar. We can’t wait to unveil it and feed our fans with more videos and images of crazy and naughty zombies until the game releases!”

In a dark and near future, a mysterious plague is once again turning the world’s population into zombies. The main character named “K” awakens alone in a Mexican bar, after a night of “overindulging”. All alone, dizzy and disoriented, he realizes that this hangover doesn’t quite feel like ones he is used to. Indeed, he has been bitten by one of those nasty monsters and the virus inside him is gaining power. “K” will unintentionally discover that drinking beer is the only way to prevent it from taking over! But drink in moderation or you’ll totally lose control and be in trouble!

Full of action, humor and zombiness, Zombeer® will rock the world of survival-horror (mature) enthusiasts at the end of the year on PC, Mac and HD consoles!

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EA recently announced the release of The Sims 3: Lucky Palms. The new world add-on for the popular life simulator features a garden oasis within a desert landscape as well as new homes, recreation areas, new businesses, and a town Wishing Well populated by unpredictable pixies.

With this all-new world, your Sims will find themselves in a beautiful green landscape amid the shifting desert sands. In this blooming oasis of manicured gardens, modern estates and cozy abodes nestled on the banks of a pristine lake, your Sims will explore lush garden paths, savor a delicious meal at a swank lakeside bistro and find romance while watching the sun fade into the starlight. At the heart of town lies a mysterious well that is said to grant wishes to the pure of heart.

Indulge your Sims with fabulous homes, a thriving culinary scene and ample recreation areas set against a stunning backdrop. Enjoy fine dining with spectacular river views at The Lucky Cactus Bistro, take a peaceful stroll through the Botanical Garden, spend the day sport fishing at the local saltwater aquarium, or beat the heat at the Perfect Paradise community pool.

Dreams come true in The Sims 3 Lucky Palms, whether your Sim longs for love, wealth, power, fame, happiness or a little bundle of joy. Take a trip to the town’s Wishing Well, an enchanted spot inhabited by unpredictable pixies who may just turn your Sims’ fantasies into reality. Cast your fishing line into the well for a chance at a rare catch, or steal coins to increase your fortune.

The Sims 3 Lucky Palms enriches the creative experience of The Sims 3 by introducing new Sims and storylines such as professional rivalries, friendships, love and betrayal to the town of Lucky Palms. In addition to these new storytelling possibilities, further customize your game with exclusive new clothing, décor items, venues and objects. Will your Sims fulfill their dreams in a desert oasis? Find out in The Sims 3 Lucky Palms.

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