Trailer: Hard Reset Redux
Unapologetically over-the-top and forged from old-school brutality, a modern classic FPS returns to show the kids how it’s done. Hard Reset Redux is coming June 3 to PC, PS4, and Xbox One.
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Turmoil Leaves Early Access, Release Announced
Dutch game studio Gamious announced today that its visually charming, humorous take on the simulation genre, Turmoil, will be released for PC on Steam on June 2nd after a year in Early Access. Drawing inspiration from the historic 19th century oil rush in North America, Turmoil received a total of 23 updates based on community feedback while in Early Access and garnered a 90% approval rating from Steam users.
Technomancer Releases June 28
The Technomancer, the sci-fi RPG set on Mars, releases on June 28 and will be available for PlayStation 4, Xbox One and PC. A few days ago the Gameplay Trailer unveiled deep RPG mechanics – character evolution, dynamic combat, crafting, equipment customization, multiple ways to solve quests
Trailer: Fallout 4 Far Harbor Launch Movie
Bethesda Softworks today has launched the Far Harbor expansion to Fallout 4. Far Harbor features the largest landmass for an add-on that Bethesda Game Studios has ever created.
Stellaris Shatters Paradox Day One Sales Record
Paradox Interactive and Paradox Development Studio launched into space last night with the release of sci-fi grand strategy Stellaris. The launch was received to almost universal acclaim by the community, with an impressive 95% positive user reviews on Steam. With 68,000 simultaneous players on the day of release, Stellaris also managed to de-throne the publisher’s other recent success Cities: Skylines, which previously held their record for highest amount of concurrent players at launch. Less than 24 hours after release, Stellaris has sold over 200,000 units, breaking the revenue record for any of Paradox Interactive’s previous titles during the same time … Continue reading Stellaris Shatters Paradox Day One Sales Record
Banner Saga 2 Marching Toward A Console Release
Stoic, an independent game development company, and Versus Evil, one of the leading independent video game publishers, today announced that Banner Saga 2 will launch on Tuesday 26th July, 2016 on PlayStation 4 computer entertainment system and to the Xbox One via the ID@Xbox self-publishing program. Banner Saga 2 recently released on PC and Mac where it received excellent reviews across the board. Banner Saga 2 is the exciting sequel to the award winning, BAFTA nominated, indie hit The Banner Saga, an epic Viking role-playing strategy game where a player’s choice directly affects their personal journey. “We are happy that … Continue reading Banner Saga 2 Marching Toward A Console Release
Crush Online PVP MOBA-Style MMO Announced
Publisher GAMESinFLAMES is working with the experienced Korean developer JoyImpact on a client-based MMO with a strong focus on PVP battles featuring MOBA-style combat. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vdTLMO4z_Ls The world of Gaia is home to three realms, each populated by thousands of players fighting an endless territory war. These nations, along with a comprehensive guild system, are the groundwork for truly grand military clashes. Guilds and nations can ally with each other in exciting Castle Sieges to gain control of a nation and lord over its subjects, while entire nations may scheme with and against each other to win epic wars where not … Continue reading Crush Online PVP MOBA-Style MMO Announced
Star Trek Online Coming To Consoles This Fall
Today, Perfect World Entertainment Inc., a leading publisher of free-to-play MMORPGs, and Cryptic Studios announced plans to bring Star Trek Online, the free-to-play MMORPG based on the Star Trek franchise, to PlayStation 4 and Xbox One in Fall 2016. At the console launch, Star Trek Online will offer over six years’ worth of content, including over 130 featured episodes that build upon classic Star Trek stories and series as they play alongside a cast of Star Trek actors including Jeri Ryan (Seven of Nine), Michael Dorn (Worf), Tim Russ (Tuvok) and more. Star Trek Online for consoles will bring two … Continue reading Star Trek Online Coming To Consoles This Fall
Trade Foundation For Esports Gaming, WESA, Founded
The foundation of the World Esports Association (WESA) has been announced today, as the result of joint efforts between industry-leading professional esports teams and ESL, the world’s largest esports company. Based on similar traditional sports associations, WESA is an open and inclusive organization that will further professionalize esports by introducing elements of player representation, standardized regulations, and revenue sharing for teams. WESA will seek to create predictable schedules for fans, players, organizers and broadcasters, and for the first time bring all stakeholders to the discussion table. The formation of WESA concludes over a year of negotiation between many teams and … Continue reading Trade Foundation For Esports Gaming, WESA, Founded
First Screens for Call of Cthulhu: The Official Video Game Revealed
Call of Cthulhu, the official video game adaptation of Chaosium’s pen & paper RPG of the same name, unveils two new images today from Darkwater Island. It is a disturbing place that players will have to explore during their investigation while Cthulhu, the Great Dreamer, prepares its awakening. The game is being developed by Cyanide Studio. In Call of Cthulhu, players will control Edward Pierce, a former veteran and private investigator in 1920s Boston. Pierce will be investigating the tragic and mysterious death of Sarah Hawkins and her family in Darkwater Island. Today’s images give you a first glimpse of … Continue reading First Screens for Call of Cthulhu: The Official Video Game Revealed