Category Archives: News and Industry Happenings

Stellar Impact Lands

The intergalactic battle lines have been drawn and the time for action is now as North American publisher Meridian4, together with developers Headup Games and Tindalos Interactive, today announced the arrival of their online tactical strategy game, Stellar Impact. Now available on Steam and other top distribution channels, Stellar Impact puts players in the Commander’s chair, devising strategies and dictating the orders that will lead their space armada to victory. "In addition to building a strong community for the game, our beta program for Stellar Impact has enabled the development team to fine tune in-game features, implement enhancements and line … Continue reading Stellar Impact Lands

Men of War: Condemned Heroes On The March

Leading Eastern and Central European publisher 1C Company is excited to announce that Men of War: Condemned Heroes is available in all major digital stores. Men of War: Condemned Heroes tells the story of one of the infamous Soviet penal battalions during the WWII. These battalions are famous for being formed under Stalin’s "No step back!" order #227. They consisted of court-martialed officers that were given a chance to redeem their crimes, or incompetence, in blood by serving as the lowest enlisted rank in a battalion that was assigned the most dangerous tasks. These battalions’ images are surrounded by many … Continue reading Men of War: Condemned Heroes On The March

Anime One Piece: Pirate Warriors Game Developing

Leading video game publisher and developer NAMCO BANDAI Games America Inc. today announced ONE PIECE: PIRATE WARRIORS exclusively available as a digital title on the PlayStationNetwork for the PlayStation 3 computer entertainment system. ONE PIECE: PIRATE WARRIORS is developed by Omega Force / TECMO KOEI GAMES CO., LTD., and brings together the world’s most popular manga franchise with non-stop action of the DYNASTY WARRIORS franchise to create a ONE PIECE perfect storm. ONE PIECE: PIRATE WARRIORS will be available in North America in 2012. The first nautical outing for the ONE PIECE series on the PlayStation 3 system, ONE PIECE: … Continue reading Anime One Piece: Pirate Warriors Game Developing

Hitman: Absolution Professional Edition Announced

Square Enix, Inc., the publisher of SQUARE ENIX interactive entertainment products in the Americas, today announced the HITMAN: ABSOLUTION PROFESSIONAL EDITION is now available for pre-order. The professional edition includes a premium hardcover art book with a foreword from Game Director Tore Blystad, and an exclusive behind-the-scenes "making of" video. All packaged up in a clamshell box that looks as sharp as Agent 47 in his suit, the Professional Edition is the ultimate way to experience the living, breathing world of HITMAN: ABSOLUTION. The Professional Edition also includes advanced access to a range of in-game Agency weapons, giving the original … Continue reading Hitman: Absolution Professional Edition Announced

Star Conflict MMO Looking For Testers

On the eve of World Cosmonautics Day Gaijin Entertainment is especially glad to announce the launch of the closed beta test for Star Conflict, an upcoming game developed by Star Gem, Inc that created one more present for players – it’s hidden in the game. First warriors of the intergalactic battle gained an access to dozens of combat spaceships and hundreds of modules for their upgrade – the variety of available items and equipment will continuously increase to provide players with new surprising technologies, inventions, and skills. Even though the project is still in development, the combat, character, and equipment … Continue reading Star Conflict MMO Looking For Testers

Naval War: Arctic Circle Launch Movie

After months of anxious waiting in the cold of the North Atlantic, two great fleets now sit ready to answer your every command. An energy-starved world takes advantage of the melting ice caps and races to claim the bounty of the sea. Paradox Interactive and Turbo Tape Games are proud to announce that Naval War: Arctic Circle has been released! Paradox Interactive and Turbo Tape Games give you the opportunity to decide the fate of the world in two scenario-driven campaigns – play as either the NATO forces pulled together to combat a rising threat or as the Russian Navy, … Continue reading Naval War: Arctic Circle Launch Movie

Shout For Real In Skyrim With Kinect

Kinect for Xbox 360 support is coming to The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim. Available for free as a title update slated for release this month, Skyrim Kinect for Xbox 360 Support will feature more than 200 Voice Commands. Adding a new dimension to Skyrim’s gameplay, the Kinect for Xbox 360 integration offers Voice Commands throughout the game including Dragon Shouts, Hotkey Equipping, Follower Commands, and all Menus (Items, Magic, Map, Barter, Container, Favorites, and Skills). With Voice Commands, quickly create and load saves during gameplay and access menus and inventories. Skyrim’s Kinect for Xbox 360 Support also adds new functionality … Continue reading Shout For Real In Skyrim With Kinect

Mortal Combat Vita Style

Here is the first glimpse at a live action trailer showcasing Mortal Kombat for the PlayStation Vita along with the beautiful and deadly Kombatant, Kitana. Kitana relies on her brutal steel fans to slice opponents from top to bottom. With Mortal Kombat for the PlayStation Vita shipping to stores May 1, the action is just heating up as the Kombat prepares to hit the streets. http://www.youtube.com/watch/?v=mD-9lR-2k0g Publishers: WB Games Platforms: PS Vita

PES Sells One Million Units, Drops Price

In celebration of one million units sold throughout Latin America, Konami Digital Entertainment has announced it’s re-releasing its hit game, Pro Evolution Soccer 2012 on April 10th at lower prices for a number of formats. The game, originally released in September 2011, has been praised for its realism and key advances, and its low price will make it a key signing for soccer fans. The lower price gives new fans the opportunity to pick up the controller and play against friends in what is regarded as the most authentic soccer game in the market. PES 2012 will be re-released for … Continue reading PES Sells One Million Units, Drops Price

3D Game Advocacy Group Turns Five

Meant to be Seen (mtbs3D.com), the world’s first and only stereoscopic 3D Certification and Advocacy group is celebrating its fifth year in operation. Continuing its website re-launch, Meant to be Seen has enhanced its picture gallery and community forums with full stereoscopic 3D support. Compatible 3D options include AMD HD3D, Nvidia 3D Vision, Interlaced, 3D DLP, anaglyph, and more. "It used to be that viewing images in a gallery or forum required that you download the picture first, and then view it in a separate player. MTBS’ forums and gallery lets you view 3D images right away no matter what … Continue reading 3D Game Advocacy Group Turns Five