The euphemism that Dreamcatcher is using for the Painkiller delay is "extending the development time." That's a clever one for sure. It seems the game will not see release any time soon, and the programmers are using the time to make sure the PC and XBox versions are on par with each other. Click read more for the full info.

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Toronto, June 1, 2006 – DreamCatcher Interactive Inc., a global publisher of interactive entertainment, today announced that it is extending the development time for Painkiller: Hell Wars, its award-winning first-person shooter soon to be available for Xbox, in order to ensure that the game meets the high standards of its predecessor. The additional time will be used to fine tune the gameplay so it delivers a fun, high-quality, action-packed gaming experience.

DreamCatcher Games has announced the official launch for the website for Painkiller: Hell Wars for the XBox. First person shooter and action gamers will get a chance to taste the mayhem with game trailers, screenshots and the chance to view the rogue's gallery of monsters. The game does not look all that great, but once again, gameplay may make it a worthwhile buy. Click on the news title for some new screens.