War of The Roses Winter Combat Begins

The battles between the houses of York and Lancaster show no signs of slowing down, with heroic knights remaining locked in combat as the cold winter months begin. Paradox Interactive has announced that the newest free content update for War of the Roses, entitled ‘Winter Has Arrived,’ will be available Dec. 19 and includes new armor and weaponry, plus two brand new snow-covered maps based on the historic battles of Wakefield and Towton. The truly pious will also be able to wield the Dagger and Sword of Mary for Christ’s Mass, inspired by medieval depictions of the Virgin Mary, laden … Continue reading War of The Roses Winter Combat Begins

Planetside 2 Planning Huge National Battle

Save the date! On January 25th, Sony Online Entertainment will host the first Ultimate PlanetSide 2 Empire Showdown in Los Angeles. Gearing up for this event, SOE has released an all-new video introducing the fearless leaders looking to take their troops to victory. They are the popular YouTube personalities, TotalBiscuit (Terran Republic), SeaNanners (New Conglomerate) and Tobuscus (Vanu Sovereignty). Publishers: Sony Online Entertainment Platforms: PC

Clap Trap’s Borderlands 2, Episode 2 Web Series

Episode two of the second season of Claptrap’s web series is now live. Get a glimpse at the former ‘stardom’ of everyone’s favorite CL4-TP robot from Borderlands 2. http://www.youtube.com/watch/?v=3N1Qnquuaa8 I know I am supposed to hate him, but I love Claptrap. I just did the mission in Borderlands 2 where you help him plan his birthday party. I felt so bad for him, but I actually had a good time. And he not only gave me pizza but let me take some home. Really gracious host. Do you know how hard pizza is to come by on Pandora? Publishers: 2K … Continue reading Clap Trap’s Borderlands 2, Episode 2 Web Series

The Secret World Switches To Pay Once, Play Forever Model

Funcom is excited to announce that subscription is no longer required to play the company’s modern-day massively multiplayer online game ‘The Secret World’. The game is now available online and in retail and starting today no subscription fee is required to enjoy any of the game’s content, features or storylines. There are no complicated rules or restrictions, no complex matrixes telling you what you can and cannot access. Pay Once, Play Forever ‘ it’s that simple. "With this recent change there is no reason not to join and take part in ‘The Secret World’," says Game Director Joel Bylos. ‘Most … Continue reading The Secret World Switches To Pay Once, Play Forever Model

Absolute Force Online Begins Open Beta

A truly unique MMOFPS game Absolute Force Online, developed by NetDragon, begins open beta on December 19, 2012 at 5:00pm PST. Players will immerse themselves into this fast-paced shooting world. All in one game, Absolute Force Online has everything you can imagine in a MMOFPS. Featuring fully customizable characters, huge arsenal of weapons and stunning visual effects, this game establishes an exclusive hero battlefield where there are seven different game modes for players to choose from, each will have you experiencing the thrill of battle at its best! Developers: Netdragon Platforms: PC

Wargame Explores Real Conflict In Syria

Games have been growing in force as a medium but still tend to be seen as pure entertainment. That perception is being challenged by a new release that explores the war in Syria in an interactive form, titled ‘Endgame Syria’. Developed as part of the new project GameTheNews.net, creators Auroch Digital are using rapid-game development methods to build games quickly in response to real-world events. Created in a development time of two weeks, the game allows users to explore the options open to the rebels as they push the conflict to its endgame. Each choice the user makes has consequences … Continue reading Wargame Explores Real Conflict In Syria

Forge Launches, Releases New PvP Trailer

Dark Vale Games, an independent video game developer based in Southern California, has released FORGE, a multiplayer-only PC game set in a high-action fantasy world, through online retailers. Offering five devastating classes, a persistent skill modification and character customization system, high-speed combat, and an arsenal of devastating spells and attacks, FORGE delivers the speed and precision of shooter frag-fests mated with the strategy and skills of MMO PvP arenas. FORGE is now available in a two-for-one deal for $19.99 (USD) via Valve’s Steam service, Amazon.com and GamersGate, as well as directly from Dark Vale Games’ web site at www.PlayForgeWar.com. Every … Continue reading Forge Launches, Releases New PvP Trailer