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New 'SteamWorld' Game Coming in 2017[teaser]Will debut at PAX East.[/teaser] Image & Form released a developer video blog recapping their highly successful 2016 that saw the release of the 'SteamWorld Collection' and ports of 2015's highly regarded 'SteamWorld Heist.' While the eight-minute video was a look back for the studio, they also looked in the future. They announced that a brand new title in the 'SteamWorld' series will release in 2017. Players won't have to wait very long for more details, as the game is set to be playable at PAX East 2017. The event takes place in Boston, Massachusetts from March 10-12, and Image & Form teased an announcement for early 2017 regarding the game. Considering previous 'SteamWorld' titles have ranged genres from turn-based strategy to a platformer, it's hard to know what exactly the developer has in store for players. Check out the full video below to see the studio tease the upcoming game: Image & Form's most recent release in the series, 'SteamWorld Heist,' is available now on multiple platforms. Source: Image & FormPosted Fri Dec 23, 2016 at 11:44 AM PST by: -
Check Out the First Gameplay of 'Super Mega Baseball 2'[teaser]Metalhead Software's baseball game slides into 2017.[/teaser] After being announced earlier this year, Metalhead Software has now released the first gameplay footage of 'Super Mega Baseball 2.' The 90-second video shows off the sequel's updated visual engine, and upgraded presentation. The video is narrated by one of the game's developer, and is the first of several planned updates before the game releases in mid-2017 for PlayStation 4, Xbox One and PC. Check out the gameplay reveal below: Metalhead Software says they wanted a more mature look for the sequel, but one that kept the light-hearted vibe of the original game. The upcoming sequel will also feature online play, a first for the series. The original 'Super Mega Baseball' released in December of 2014. 'Super Mega Baseball 2' is set to release in mid-2017. It's coming to Xbox One, PlayStation 4 and PC. Source: Metalhead SoftwarePosted Fri Dec 23, 2016 at 10:34 AM PST by: -
Watch 'Vampyr's Cinematic Trailer[teaser]New trailer shows off the darkness within.[/teaser] 'Life Is Strange' developer Dontnod are ending 2016 in a big way by releasing a new trailer for their upcoming action role-playing game. Called 'Vampyr,' the titlee will take place in 1918 London. Players will take control of Jonathan Reid, a vampire who Dontnod says is looking to "discover the truth behind his new affliction." Check out the two minute-long cinematic trailer below: The studio also detailed that every action in the game will have consequences. Here's how the developer detailed how the game will handle death: In Vampyr, every citizen killed will affect London's safety. From shop closures to missing kin, the act of killing is unavoidable, but who you kill, and how, is in your hands. Every civilian can be killed, or saved - but as hordes of vampire hunters prowl the streets, growing strong on the blood of the weak will be ever more tempting. 'Vampyr,' the third game from French developer Dontnod, is set to release in 2017. It's coming to Xbox One, PlayStation 4 and PC. Source: DontnodPosted Thu Dec 22, 2016 at 11:53 AM PST by: -
Zoink Games Releases Free 'Zombie Vikings' Spin-Off on Steam[teaser]New four-player brawler called 'Zombie Vikings: Stab-a-thon.'[/teaser] Swedish indie developer Zoink Games surprisingly released a new entry in their 'Zombie Vikings' series of brawlers. The new free-to-play spin-off is called 'Zombie Vikings: Stab-a-thon,' and allows players to battle each other in nine different arenas. It also includes the Söcker mini-game from 2015's 'Zombie Vikings.' Players can even equip magic runes to try out new abilities. The free PC game also includes a demo level for 'Zombie Vikings,' so it's pretty clear that the release is meant to drum up interest in the original title. There are no microtransactions present, so this truly is a free-to-play title. Players can download it now on Steam, and watch the trailer below to learn more. 'Zombie Vikings: Stab-a-thon' is out now on PC, and is free-to-play. Source: Zoink GamesPosted Thu Dec 22, 2016 at 11:18 AM PST by: -
'RollerCoaster Tycoon Classic' Releases on Mobile Today[teaser]New game combines 'RollerCoaster Tycoon' and its sequel.[/teaser] Atari released a new entry in their long-running 'RollerCoaster Tycoon' series today. Called 'RollerCoaster Tycoon Classic,' the mobile app combines elements from the original game and 'RollerCoaster Tycoon 2' to offer up a new, yet familiar offering. It's available starting today on iOS and Android for $5.99. "As the creator of the original 'RollerCoaster Tycoon' PC games many years ago, I have seen how much excitement and entertainment they have brought to players all over the world," said producer Chris Sawyer. "It was my long term ambition to bring the classic game to modern touch screen devices as its visual style and tactile nature are so well suited to smartphones and tablets. Working with Origin8 Technologies' development team, we have been able to modernize the classic gameplay for touch screen devices while preserving the unique graphical style of the original RCT games. I believe fans of the RCT series will greatly enjoy playing the classic titles enhanced on a new platform." 'RollerCoaster Tycoon Classic' is available now on iOS and Android. Source: Apple StorePosted Thu Dec 22, 2016 at 10:58 AM PST by: -
'The King of Fighters XIV' Gets Free DLC, Details Future Update[teaser]The fighting game will look considerably better.[/teaser] To celebrate the holiday season, 'The King of Fighters XIV' has added a new DLC costume for free. The new costume (which can be seen in the trailer below) is for Athena Asamiya, and is based off her look in the 1998 installment in the series. This DLC is free until January 22nd, when it'll become a paid download. SNK Playmore's fighting game will also receive a major update on January 11th that improves the game's visuals. "With this update, aspects such as the shaders and lighting have been upgraded to improve the overall visuals" said producer Yasuyuki Oda on the PlayStation Blog. He also revealed that a demo showing off the update will release beforehand, so players can check it out before it officially launches. 'The King of Fighters XIV' released exclusively on PlayStation 4 earlier this year. Source: SNK PlaymorePosted Thu Dec 22, 2016 at 10:21 AM PST by: -
'Super Mario Run' Clears 40 Million Downloads[teaser]'Super Mario Run' Performs extremely well in its first week.[/teaser] Despite having launched just a few days ago on December 15th, Nintendo has announced that 'Super Mario Run' surpassed 40 million downloads in its first 4 days on the iOS App Store, making it the top-ranking free game in 140 countries and regions. The game is also in the top 10 grossing apps in 100 countries. Though the game is available as a free download, this will only allow players to try a few of the game's stages before prompting users to pay $10 to unlock everything else in the game. 'Super Mario Run' is currently available on iOS, an Android release is due in 2017. Source: NintendoPosted Wed Dec 21, 2016 at 07:21 AM PST by: -
'Atelier Firis' Launches in March[teaser]The mysterious journey begins in just a few months.[/teaser] Today, Koei Tecmo has announced that their upcoming crafting-centric turn-based RPG 'Atelier Firis: the Alchemist and the Mysterious Journey' will be launching on March 7th in the US, followed by a March 10th release in Europe. The game will see a simultaenous release on PS4, PC, and PS Vita. You can read an overview of the game from the publisher right here: A vast world awaits in Atelier Firis: The Alchemist and the Mysterious Journey, with views ranging from busy harbors to murmuring rivers, to imposing mountains, and more. Along Firis’s heartwarming adventure, she will visit a wide variety of picturesque towns and villages such as Reisenberg, the prosperous city where travelers gather, Mechen, a tranquil village with fields as far as the eye can see, and Flocke, the village of dancing snow. Between settlements there are a plethora of different environments to discover, each with their own particular weather conditions that affect travel. Selecting the appropriate attire for each situation will grant Firis benefits and allow her to easily traverse these terrains. The Snow Bright costume reduces the consumption of Life Points in icy cold conditions, while the Zealous Explorer gear aids travel through blistering heat. Outfits can have countless other effects such as accelerating movement speed, enhancing synthesis abilities or increasing the likelihood of finding high quality materials! While exploring their surroundings, players will encounter events which they must overcome toaccess new locations. These challenges will have multiple solutions that can permanently alter the environment. Take a broken bridge, for example – fixing the bridge will allow for easy access to the other side, but taking an alternate route could lead to the discovery of useful synthesis materials. Some of these Landmarks will be quite useful for Firis’s travels and she will need to return to them often! Once visited, Landmarks can be used as Fast Travel locations, allowing Firis to easily travel back and forth across the world. Source: Koei TecmoPosted Wed Dec 21, 2016 at 07:07 AM PST by: -
Check Out 'Call of Duty: Infinite Warfare's 'Sabotage' DLC Trailer[teaser]Features four multiplayer maps![/teaser] 'Call of Duty: Infinite Warfare's first multiplayer DLC is set to release on January 31, 2017 on PlayStation 4. Called 'Sabotage,' the DLC pack features four new multiplayer maps and a new zombies co-op mode called 'Rave in the Redwoods.' The latter mode will take place in the 90s at an abandoned lakeside summer camp. "We’re excited to introduce a new chapter to our zombies experience, taking players into a spooky 1990s summer camp straight out of the horror films of the decade," said Infinity Ward Studio Head Dave Stohl. "We’re also delivering four new, diverse multiplayer maps, including a remake of the 'Modern Warfare 2' classic, Afghan. There’s a tremendous variety of new content that we think every player will enjoy." Here are details on the four multiplayer maps courtesy of Activision: Noir – A dark, grimy city map inspired by futuristic Brooklyn at night, Noir is a classic three-lane map set against a backdrop of a dystopian future, filled with cafes and parks surrounding a brutal downtown warzone. Neon – A virtual training center designed for urban warfare, Neon is a unique, digitised battle arena where cars and other structures spawn out of thin air and enemies dissolve into hundreds of pixels when defeated. Middle lane sightlines will cater to long-range players while the outsides of the map allow for quick counter-attacks in close-quarter action. Renaissance – Set in Northern Italy, Renaissance pits players against each other on the narrow streets of Venice surrounded by classic architecture and buildings that promote continuous action through the canals and neighbourhoods of this iconic city. Dominion – A re-imagining of the classic Afghan map from Modern Warfare 2, now set on Mars, Dominion retains all the memorable landmarks and gameplay of the original, anchored by the crashed ship in the center, with a few enhancements designed to take advantage of the new movement system. 'Call of Duty: Infinite Warfare' released November 4th, 2016 on Xbox One, PlayStation 4 and PC. You can find the latest info on 'Call of Duty: Infinite Warfare' linked from our Video Game Release Schedule. Order from Amazon Order from Amazon Order from Amazon Order from Amazon Order from Amazon Source: ActivisionPosted Tue Dec 20, 2016 at 04:30 PM PST by: -
'Street Fighter V' Season Two Begins Today, Details on Akuma, Balance Changes, & More[teaser]Season two brings big, exciting changes.[/teaser] While 'Street Fighter V' definitely had a rocky launch, Capcom has been heavily supporting the game over the past year, filling it with new content and plenty of updates. Today marks the start of the game's second season, bringing with it a new character, tons of balance changes, and a whole lot more. Starting things off, series mainstay Akuma will be joining the fray as the first character who'll be released as part of the game's second $30 season pass. Purchasing the pass will net you all six season two characters, premium costumes for each new character, and a PS4 theme. Akuma himself has been heavily detailed, with Capcom describing him as follows: Akuma returns to Street Fighter V, displaying his mastery of Ansatsuken and while he has become burlier than previous games, he possesses quick footwork and devastating combos. He has a wide array of destructive tools and is able to completely out-class opponents with his oppressive pressure. His moves and stances often strike poses reminiscent of Buddhist statues and Ukiyo-e paintings. His V-Skill, Rakan, is similar to Ryu's in that it allows him to parry incoming attacks. Akuma can then follow up successful parries with either an upward kick or a long-reaching palm strike. His V-Trigger Dohatsu Shoten is described as follows: Akuma powers up and envelops his body with ki to enter Dohatsu Shoten mode. In this mode, his Gohadokens are more powerful, now able to travel full-screen and he can unleash two in the air even while jumping backwards. Additionally, when he lands his Goshoryuken attack, he follows-up and violently drives his opponents into the ground. He has two different Critical Arts. His standard CA will allow him to attack enemies with a giant pillar of fire, while his alternate CA can only be used while his V-Trigger is active and sees Akuma gliding towards opponents and dealing out devastating attacks in rapid succession. You can see his story, premium, and nostalgia costumes below: Also being released today is the Holiday DLC pack, containing outfits for a bunch of the characters as well as a new stage. The DLC can be bought in a bundle for the discounted price of $20, or individual outfits will cost $3.99 while the stage will cost $1.99 or 40k fight money. This content will only be available until January 17th. Lastly, and perhaps most notably, the game has undergone a ton of balance changes, which we won't go over in full here. Capcom has released a 92-page PDF detailing every change. The most notable changes include adjustments to invincible moves that used no meter such as shoryukens, as Capcom found that characters who had these moves were largely more effective than those who didn't. All characters have undergone a variety of changes, with some having new moves and combos added while attack properties have been heavily revised in many cases. It's worth checking out to see how your mains will have been impacted, and these could all be revised in future, but on the whole, this should make the game a great deal more balanced overall. Additionally, Capcom will be heavily punishing frequent ragequitters by branding their profiles and ensuring that they're mostly matched up with other people who frequently quit matches, while ensuring that those who don't do such things will only be matched up with other players who don't disconnect during matches. As we head into season 2, the future looks bright for fans of 'Street Fighter V', and I'm looking forward to supporting the game for years to come. Source: CapcomPosted Tue Dec 20, 2016 at 05:44 AM PST by:
