Can you survive long enough in the deadly ruins below the surface so you can solve tricky puzzles in La-Mulana? Dark Souls was a surprising hit from last year. The Action RPG wasn't the best looking game in terms of realism like Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim or as engaging (or attempt at being engaging) like a Final Fantasy game. But Dark Souls was praised for its difficulty and ability...
Read More »Electronic Arts was apparently prepared to pay up to $1 billion in order to acquire Valve, according to a new report. However it looks like the possibility of such a sale is incredibly slim. The New York Times have reported that ‘Valve have been pursued over the years by Electronic Arts.’ They have claimed to see a report which lists a number of opportunities...
Read More »The turn-based strategy sequel fans have wanted for the XCOM franchise is nearly a month away, and is now accepting pre-orders. I'm looking at the launch of XCOM: Enemy Unknown with some mixed thoughts. On one hand I love a great turn-based game that has a great strategic depth and RPG elements. Based on what I've seen and heard, the XCOM series seems to deliver all of my tur...
Read More »Focus Home interactive has released a batch of new screenshots from Farming Simulator 2013. In Farming Simulator 2013 players will take on the role of a modern day farmer. In the game players will be able to build and manage their very own farm. The previous 2011 edition, Farming Simulator, became a surprise hit when it sold over 500,000 copies in France and Germany. Focus Home Interac...
Read More »The popular MMO game engine service from Idea Fabrik, HeroCloud, will now take advantage of the monetization service from PlaySpan. What technical feature connects an early version of The Elder Scrolls: Online with Star Wars: The Old Republic? The answer to that question is the HeroEngine, owned by Idea Fabrik which is specifically designed to make MMO-style games in a 3D world. The He...
Read More »Steam Greenlight launched last Thursday as a money-free Kickstarter like programme. Using Steam Greenlight developers are able to submit game projects that they would like to release on Steam. Steam users can then vote on which titles they would like to be included on Steam. The service has reported that they have received over 700 submissions. However many have been a n...
Read More »Blizzard Entertainment is planning several huge events worldwide to celebrate the launch of World of Warcraft: Mists of Pandaria. Starting on the evening of September 24th, major retailers in the US, France, Germany, Russia, Italy, Spain, Sweden, the UK, Brazil, Mexico, Chile, and Taiwan will give gamers a chance to be the first to purchase and own the latest expansion to the world’s largest...
Read More »To get all there FIFA fans excited, EA has announced that they will be previewing the newest game in the series (FIFA 13) at HMV stores around the country. Today Wednesday 5th September 2012, the Gamerbase at the HMV Market Street store in Manchester and at the HMV Trocadero store in London will be allowing fans to preview the game as well as having footballer’s Chris Smalling from Man...
Read More »New map and familiar game modes come to the multi-player mode for Halo 4. I'm starting to think you could see a long running poker game at play here which ends in a dramatic reveal of what is in the other's hand. EA started us off with a tip of what they got with the reveal of grieving (yet perfect killing machine) soldier Preacher in their Medal of Honor trailer. Activision ...
Read More »Prepare for the portable ride of a lifetime, as NAMCO BANDAI Partners and Atari have confirmed that RollerCoaster Tycoon 3D will be released for the Nintendo 3DS this October, for the Austrailian and European markets. RollerCoaster Tycoon is a unique and innovative theme park simulator where you can create and maintain your very own amusment park. You control everything, and can change things up h...
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