Category Archives: News and Industry Happenings

Frontline Tactics Hits Steam, iOS Version Due Soon

The battle lines have been drawn and global peace is at stake as Meridian4 (@Meridian4) and Full Control today release Frontline Tactics on Steam for PC and Mac, with an iPad and iPhone version due out next month. The tactical strategy game drops players in the thick of a mission to quell an uprising by a splinter military group bent on overtaking the oil-rich nation of Fahrahn. Although it enjoys a robust single-player option, what really sets Frontline Tactics apart is its ability to let gamers play against each other in two different multiplayer modes, regardless of which version they … Continue reading Frontline Tactics Hits Steam, iOS Version Due Soon

AM2 Conference Begins 2013 Registration

Ever wanted to host a panel on your favorite anime/manga or have a discussion with like-minded people on your favorite j-rock/j-pop band/idol? Ever wanted to be part of a workshop on designing your very own unique and one-of-a-kind maid or cosplay outfit? You can now! Online registration for panels and workshops for AM2, Southern California convention focusing on anime, manga and music from Japan, is live today. Those that would like to hold a panel or workshop at the event are encouraged to visit the website to register for consideration at http://am2con.org/workshop-and-panel-application/. More info and attendee registration can be found … Continue reading AM2 Conference Begins 2013 Registration

Game of Dwarves Developer Diary

A dwarven prince on a quest to reclaim his people’s old country takes the player on a journey through a continent, uncovering the buried mysteries of the Great War. With a combination of strategy and management, the player rules their settlements of dwarves, having them explore the earth and utilize its resources. The gameplay consists of ordering the inhabitants of a dwarven settlement to dig, build and conduct research in order to strengthen the clan, whilst defending themselves from the terrible beasts from the depths into which they delve. The game generates a unique world each time a new level … Continue reading Game of Dwarves Developer Diary

Eve Online New Destroyers Video

CCP takes a look behind the scenes where the production of four new destroyer class vessels is in full swing for the winter expansion coming December 4. Learn about what goes into creating the new ships, both from the artistic side and the game design side. You’ll also get to hear about the record number of ship balancing changes coming this winter. http://www.youtube.com/watch/?v=aZCn6x1-j_8 Publishers: CCP Platforms: Mac, PC

Developer Yale Winter Looking For Sky Is Arrows Funding

Gamers are always looking for the next new video game. Game developer Yale Winter announces "SKY is ARROWS," a new fantasy real-time strategy (RTS) video game. "Currently there is a real void in the game industry, there should be new real-time strategy video games for people to enjoy," said Winter. New real-time strategy video games are few and far between. Yale is determined to change that with this Kickstarter campaign. Kickstarter is the world’s largest funding platform for creative projects. People can check out SKY is ARROWS on Kickstarter at http://kck.st/TE5JFs. Some of the best known real-time strategy video games … Continue reading Developer Yale Winter Looking For Sky Is Arrows Funding

Tom And Jerry Games Add New Content

Tom and Jerry Games, the leader of the highest quality Flash Games websites has just released their new edition of the famous cartoon character games featuring everyone’s favorites Tom and Jerry. A Corporate Official at the Tom and Jerry headquarters has been quoted in saying "We have just set a higher level in the flash games industry with our latest games release." It appears as though a new bar has been set by the designers for high quality graphics and superb sound. Players will certainly feel more at home when browsing their overflowing roster of exciting games designed to cater … Continue reading Tom And Jerry Games Add New Content

Tiny Election Wins With Gamers

Seattle-based Reign Apps today announces the recent release of Tiny Election for the iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch. Tiny Election is a wild new arcade game built to lampoon the 2012 election season. Players eschew speeches and debates in their White House bid; instead, all they need to do is aim their candidate’s head well, demolish the opposition and their campaign is sure to be a success. Reign Apps, an emerging independent mobile applications developer, is excited to announce the launch of Tiny Election onto the App Store. Compatible with most iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch devices, this free, gleefully … Continue reading Tiny Election Wins With Gamers

GTA: Vice City Turns Ten

Rockstar Games, a publishing label of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO), is proud to announce the 10th anniversary of Grand Theft Auto: Vice City on October 29, 2012. Building upon the success of the groundbreaking Grand Theft Auto III in 2001, the release of Grand Theft Auto: Vice City in 2002 pushed the open-world game series deeper into pop culture with a vibrant over-the-top take on Miami, a stunning celebrity voice cast and a loving, satirical look at the cultural excesses of the ’80s. In conjunction with the anniversary, Rockstar will release Grand Theft Auto: Vice City for a … Continue reading GTA: Vice City Turns Ten

PAC-MAN Chomps To Nook Platform

Just in time for the new NOOK HD and NOOK HD+ tablet hardware coming out later this month, NAMCO BANDAI Games America has released the iconic arcade title PAC-MAN onto the NOOK Apps page. Harkening back to the classic 1980 game that was awarded as the Most Successful Coin Operated Game by the Guinness World Records, PAC-MAN for NOOK brings the addictive experience to the NOOK HD, NOOK HD+, NOOK Color and NOOK Tablet for the price of $2.99. The app is available now at the following URL: http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/pac-man-by-namco-namco-bandai-games-america-inc/1113521594 PAC-MAN, the world famous arcade classic, returns in this faithful rendition … Continue reading PAC-MAN Chomps To Nook Platform

Samarion Buys German MMO Publisher Gamigo

Gamigo AG, one of the leading German publishers and operators of online games in the MMOG (Massively Multiplayer Online Games) segment, has a new owner. Samarion S.E., a strategic investor in online gaming with its headquarters in D’sseldorf, is taking over 100 percent of Gamigo from Axel Springer. Samarion S.E. wants to use the opportunities for growth and consolidation in the growth market of online computer games and consistently enhance the future development of the company. The transaction is seen by the management of Gamigo as an important step in the further development of the company: "With Samarion S.E. we … Continue reading Samarion Buys German MMO Publisher Gamigo