Sci-Fi & Gaming News Archive - August 14, 2006

The Starship Enterprise is in trouble and, as usual, Capt. James T. Kirk has a plan to save it.

Microsoft Corp. on Monday will announce the availability of software tools aimed at encouraging independent and hobbyist video game makers to create titles for its new Xbox 360 console.

A substantial minority of American adults would rather spend their free time playing casual games -- such online diversions as "Bejeweled" and "TextTwist" -- than watch television.

Nintendo has found that gamers, eager to jump on new gaming technology, are also often the first music fans to embrace emerging bands.