Today marks the 25th Anniversary of Mega Man, and Capcom is planning a year of activities to celebrate the iconic hero. Kicking off the celebration is Street Fighter X Mega Man, a new free Mega Man game available for PC download beginning today. A true collaboration between a company and its fans, Street Fighter X Mega Man was created and developed by Singapore native Seow Zong Hui (aka ‘Sonic’) with direction and support provided by Capcom. The game stars Mega Man and features eight brand-new Street Fighter-themed levels and bosses inspired by the legendary fighting game series. Each boss character … Continue reading Happy Birthday Mega Man→
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→
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
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 Guinness World Record holding worldwide concert spectacular Video Games Live is once again breaking new ground. On Friday, December 14th at the Dubai World Trade Center, Video Games Live will be performing the first ever video game concert in the Middle East. Synchronized to 3 massive video screens, state-of-the-art lighting and special fx; award winning film/television/game composer Emmanuel Fratianni will conduct the United Arab Emirates National Symphony Orchestra as they perform some of the most beloved game music over the past 40 years. The 3 hour performance will also include special guest performances by Blizzard Entertainment Audio Director and … Continue reading Video Games Live Heading To Dubai→
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→
Slitherine Ltd. and Buzz Aldrin Enterprises have signed an exclusive deal to produce a strategy game based on space exploration. The deal was secured on a hot summer morning during the Olympic Games in London and signed only a few days ago. The game is currently in development at Polar Motion and is planned to release in 2013. Details are still to be revealed, but the deal will allow Slitherine to draw on the expansive knowledge of Buzz Aldrin, one of the first men to set foot on the Moon. The deal secures the support of Buzz Aldrin Enterprises in … Continue reading Buzz Aldrin To Create Space Exploration Game→
Spanish indie games studio, Blinzy, is proud to announce that their first IP, EpiX, is now available for both iOS and Android devices. EpiX ‘ Epic Pixel Heroes ‘ is an awesome freemium tapping adventure, featuring a pixelated art style and a cool retro soundtrack, to take you back to the good ol’ days. Kill literally thousands of enemies closing in on you, and unlock or improve your power-ups as you advance through the 500+ levels of this great adventure. http://www.youtube.com/watch/?v=DikyvFFKID4 Developers: Blinzy Platforms: Android, iPhone/iPad
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
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→
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