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→
Dark Vale Games, an independent video game developer based in Southern California, has released FORGE, a multiplayer-only PC game set in a high-action fantasy world, through online retailers. Offering five devastating classes, a persistent skill modification and character customization system, high-speed combat, and an arsenal of devastating spells and attacks, FORGE delivers the speed and precision of shooter frag-fests mated with the strategy and skills of MMO PvP arenas. FORGE is now available in a two-for-one deal for $19.99 (USD) via Valve’s Steam service, Amazon.com and GamersGate, as well as directly from Dark Vale Games’ web site at www.PlayForgeWar.com. Every … Continue reading Forge Launches, Releases New PvP Trailer→
FIFA 13 is one of the smoothest games our reviewer has ever played, able to mimic real life soccer with one foot, and provide innovative gameplay on the other.
Independent micro studio BitFlip Games today confirmed that its debut tactical collectible card game Minion Master is now available through digital portal Desura and through the official Minion Master website priced at $20.00. Combining the moment-to-moment tactics of Collectible Card Games with the long-term strategy of Miniature War gaming, Minion Master is a digital board game like you’ve never seen before. ‘We’re ecstatic to finally release Minion Master to the public,’ said BitFlip Games Producer David Steinwedel. ‘We’ve worked hard with our community to take the table-top tactics genre and bring it to life on the PC.’ Minion Master is … Continue reading Minion Master Board Game Goes Digital→
On December 21st at 11:11 UTC the world is coming to an end. Apocalypse. The last goodbye. The final curtain call. Whether you believe in it or not, there is one man who does: Joel Bylos, Game Director on ‘The Secret World’ and now self-professed 2012 doomsday prophet. Mr. Bylos ‘ known primarily as the happy-go-lucky Australian who has brought much joy to hundreds of thousands of gamers through his work on ‘Age of Conan’ and ‘The Secret World’ ‘ has just released a video where he begins chronicling his final days on Earth. According to Joel, the video is … Continue reading Secret World Director Laments Pending End of Days→
Not of royal blood? Not a problem! Money-making merchants are the order of the day as Paradox Interactive and Paradox Development Studios today announced Crusader Kings II: The Republic expansion. The great medieval mercantile republics are given the (trade) stamp of approval in the third expansion of the critically acclaimed Strategy/RPG Crusader Kings II. Trade trumps bloodline in this latest expansion, as players will experience a whole new style of game based on playing as the head of a Patrician family of in one of the great Merchant Republics. Take control of the seas to expand and defend your trading … Continue reading Crusader Kings II Republic DLC Announced→
The Wavy Tube Man Chronicles busts forth today on the Windows Store for Windows 8 PCs and RT tablets. Starring Wiley Wiggins (Dazed and Confused, Waking Life) as Future Buddy and Lloyd Kaufman (The Toxic Avenger, Tromeo and Juliet) as Doc Lloyd, now you can take on the role of The Stranger and make your way through a sleepy little town where all is not what it seems. Trouble’s a brewin’ in this little slice of the west, and it’s up to you to send that trouble back to whence it came. You’ll need to keep your wits keen and … Continue reading The Wavy Tube Man Chronicles Ships for Windows 8→
The game’s title says it all, doesn’t it? "Goodbye Deponia" is the final game in one of Daedalic Entertainment’s adventure masterpieces – the Deponia trilogy. After conquering the hearts of gamers and the charts around the world, this beloved series is coming to a close and with it, the story of Rufus, a comic character who stumbles through life with clarity of purpose, but a poor grasp of everything else. After two unbelievable adventures, Rufus and his beloved Goal finally have their target in reach. They will find a way to Elysium and save Deponia from certain destruction. But in … Continue reading Deponia Trilogy Ending With Third Game→
Shrapnel Games wants to bring you twenty-two days of Christmas that includes Sherman Tanks, radar screens, wooden ships, and dungeons galore! That’s right, the sale runs from December 10th through December 31st! Every game currently available at Shrapnel Games is on sale, from grand strategy to role-playing to the serious military simulations of ProSim. Buy for yourself or for someone else. Enjoy the very best in independent strategy gaming. Check out just what you can own this holiday season. Air Assault Task Force ($34.95): Modern day real-time simulation of airmobile operations spanning four decades of modern warfare, highlighting three pivotal … Continue reading Shrapnel Games Puts Everything On Sale→
Leading video game publisher and developer NAMCO BANDAI Games America Inc. today proudly announces that the critically acclaimed Dark Souls saga marches forward with Dark Souls II, currently in development at FromSoftware in Tokyo, Japan. Dark Souls II will continue a legacy of goading its passionate fan base with unrelenting challenge and suffering that are considered a hallmark of the series; while presenting new devilishly devised obstacles for players to overcome. Dark Souls II will be available for the PlayStation 3 computer entertainment system, the Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, and PCs. Built upon the foundation … Continue reading Dark Souls II Announced→
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