Category Archives: News and Industry Happenings

Square Enix Releases Unique Symphonica Music Game

Square Enix is pleased to announce the release of Symphonica, a new and unique orchestral rhythm action title for iOS devices. Symphonica puts you in the role of Takt, a young conductor desperately attempting to hone the skills of the ramshackle Fayharmonic orchestra as he pursues his dream of becoming the world’s greatest conductor. Seamlessly integrating unique, free-flowing rhythm action gameplay with a gripping storyline and stunning classical music including Dvorak’s New World Symphony and Beethoven’s Fifth, Symphonica puts a fresh spin on the music game genre that is unlike anything you’ve experienced before! Publishers: Square Enix Platforms: iPhone/iPad, Mac

Freek Infinity Controller Ready For Halo 4

KontrolFreek, creators of the popular FPS Freek, Speed Freek and other performance gaming accessories, today introduced the FPS Freek Infinity in tribute to Halo 4. ‘Halo 4 is an exciting and much-anticipated AAA game title,’ said Ashish Mistry, President and CEO of KontrolFreek. ‘We listened to our community of hardcore Halo enthusiasts when they asked us to create a product celebrating the launch of Halo 4. The FPS Freek Infinity is certain to enhance the experience.’ The FPS Infinity pairs the extended one half inch height provided by KontrolFreek’s flagship FPS Freek line with a thumb-hugging concave surface for maximum … Continue reading Freek Infinity Controller Ready For Halo 4

Chris Robert’s Star Citizen Full Trailer

Last week we brought you news that Chris Roberts, producer behind some of the greatest PC games of all time including Wing Commander and the Privateer series, was working on a new game called Star Citizen. He’s trying to bring back PC gaming in full, and his kickstarter campaign is doing very well. This week we bring you the full trailer, plus a brief talk from Roberts himself. Enjoy! Developers: Cloud Imperium Games Platforms: PC

War of The Roses Announces New Content

This November, War of the Roses will see its first new content drop, which will introduce a wide variety of weapons, including a horn-spanned crossbow for ranged enthusiasts and a Hospitaller pollaxe made famous by the company of knights bearing the same name. Players will also be able to get their gritty hands on the Milanese Knights Hospitaller crafted Heavy Armor, which can be customized with any of 10 different paint options, as well as an assortment of new visors and one new helmet. Come winter, knights should start preparing for two new challenging game modes and snow-laden maps as … Continue reading War of The Roses Announces New Content

Borderlands 2 Mechromancer Explainer Movie

2K Games and Gearbox Software are excited to release the Mechromancer trailer for Borderlands 2! Gaige the Mechromancer was released a week early on Oct. 9 and is the fifth playable character class in the game. Narrated by Sir Hammerlock, the trailer details Gaige’s abilities including her action skill, Deathtrap, a flying robot who, among other things, can use a laser beam to light enemies on fire. Gaige is a free download for those who pre-ordered and received Premiere Club access. She can also be purchased for approximately $10 on PC, Xbox 360 (800 Microsoft points) and PS3. Publishers: 2K … Continue reading Borderlands 2 Mechromancer Explainer Movie

Riders of Rohan Launch Trailer

Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment and Turbine announced today the launch of The Lord of the Rings Online: Riders of Rohan, the next expansion to the award-winning free-to-play massively multiplayer online roleplaying game (MMORPG). Players across North America and Europe can purchase and play Riders of Rohan for PC starting today by visiting http://rohan.lotro.com/. ‘We are really excited to launch Riders of Rohan, our fourth major expansion to the game,’ said Kate Paiz, Executive Producer of The Lord of the Rings Online. ‘This is our biggest expansion yet and we’re very excited about the introduction of the industry’s best mounted combat … Continue reading Riders of Rohan Launch Trailer

World of Keflings Zombiesaurus Add-On

A World of Keflings, the avatar-based Xbox Live Arcade city building sim, is set to get its second DLC pack in as many weeks when ‘The Curse of the Zombiesaurus’ releases this Wednesday Oct. 17 for 320 Microsoft Points. The Zombiesaurus DLC comes stalking on the heels of last week’s ‘Sugar, Spice and Not So Nice’ DLC, which added a new, candy-themed kingdom wherein players can explore and build a sugary city for their Keflings. Conversly, Zombiesaurus delivers a new land to the Kefling world that sits in stark contrast to the brightly colored candy peak: an eerie yet amusing … Continue reading World of Keflings Zombiesaurus Add-On

WWE 13 Confrontation Interview CM Punk Vs. Steve Austin

While the interview begins simply enough, with each WWE icon speaking about his career and the ‘Attitude Era,’ things start getting tense when the discussion circles around talk of a ‘dream match’ between the two. It’s the biggest Superstar of the ‘Attitude Era’ ‘ and possibly of all time ‘ and arguably today’s hottest commodity in WWE, addressing one of the biggest questions in entertainment today: What would happen if CM Punk and Stone Cold Steve Austin met in a WWE ring?

Elite Services For Black Ops II Will Be Free

With the launch of Call of Duty: Black Ops II less than 40 days away, Activision Publishing, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Activision Blizzard, Inc. (Nasdaq: ATVI), announced today that all of its Call of Duty Elite service features for Call of Duty: Black Ops II will be free when the blockbuster game hits worldwide on November 13. With Call of Duty Elite free for Call of Duty: Black Ops II, both new and veteran Call of Duty Elite members alike will be able to enjoy the full range of Call of Duty Elite’s robust service and features integrated … Continue reading Elite Services For Black Ops II Will Be Free

Top Ware To Publish Pressure Steampunk Title

TopWare Interactive today announced it will publish developer Chasing Carrots’ new arcade racer, "Pressure". The game offers a mix of shooting and top-down racing in a colorful Steampunk setting. Players take control of a buggy that runs on steam power to speed through the tremendous levels of ‘Pressure’s’ vibrant, cartoonish world. The sinister Earl of Wellness is attempting to expand his exploitative empire of wellness spas, and must be stopped. The classic top-down view gives players full vantage of the race track, enemies, giant bosses, and vile tire-busting traps. The hero awakes to find the usually cool waters lake where … Continue reading Top Ware To Publish Pressure Steampunk Title