There’s no denying that Ori and the Blind Forest and Ori and the Will of the Wisps have captured the imaginations of gamers all around the world. Will there be a third Ori title? Well, Moon Studios isn’t sure yet. The gaming industry certainly hasn’t been lacking in Metroidvanias and roguelikes of late. New titles come thick and fast, meaning that some true greats are passed over simply due to market saturation....
This article contains spoilers for Attack on Titan season 4 part 2. A lot of anime series leave a mark on the industry, but Attack on Titan has been at the forefront of the medium for nearly a decade ever since it first made its debut in 2013. The daring anime has featured disturbing massacres and gripping body horror that sometimes feels as if David Cronenberg is in charge of the designs for a kaiju series....
It hasn’t been long since the developers at EA Sports revealed that they would be bringing legendary players back onto the ice with NHL 12, but now we have the first three players confirmed. Ray Bourque, Chris Chelios and The Great One himself will be stepping up against the league’s best young stars, and along with a new trailer of the three in action comes a few details on how players will be able to use the bonus characters in several of NHL 12’s game modes....
Sometimes you gotta know who you’re shooting at - and in this latest RAGE behind the scenes video, id talks about the different enemy groups that players will encounter throughout their highly-anticipated game as well as what they’re doing to ensure a unique combat experience. While shooting different looking groups of enemies is fun, id software wants to create an ever-changing experience that will be keeping the player on their toes to avoid any boring scenarios....
Originally released as a launch title for the Xbox One, Ryse: Son of Rome was initially lauded for its excellent visuals before questions were raised as to whether or not its gameplay quite lived up to its good looks. When Game Rant reviewed the title last year, we suggested that while it didn’t quite reach the dizzy heights that many hoped it would, there was still a fair amount for players to enjoy....
It was only a matter of time until Activision announced the next installment in its all too popular Skylanders series, but the company has finally unveiled its latest plans for its multi-billion dollar toys-to-life franchise. The new iteration, now known as Skylanders Trap Team, will bring an entirely new portal and gameplay mechanics with it — the most notable being the ability to capture and play as the bosses encountered during the campaign....
In Star Command, players take on the role of a ship’s commander, voyaging across the galaxy and fulfilling the duties of the fleet, meeting new species, and engaging in both ship-to-ship and in-person combat amongst the stars. After nearly two years on the Kickstarter circuit, War Balloon Games was finally able to release their fan-funded game on the iOS App Market, with plans for Android and PC versions to follow within the year as per funding goal arrangements....
Star Wars Battlefront is shaping up to be one of the most dynamic and exciting Star Wars titles in the last few years, promising huge, 40-player battles on the ground and in the air across multiple planets made famous in the popular franchise. Fans only just got a good look at the highly anticipated shooter during the Star Wars Celebration event last week, but they are already awaiting additional details about the game....
While some publishers came to E3 2013 talking of the potential next-gen hardware could bring, Ubisoft took it upon themselves to bring games already taking advantage of the leap. Tom Clancy’s The Division may have been somewhat overshadowed by the tech-focused Watch_Dogs, but it was every bit as stunning in terms of story and graphics. Now, thanks to the VGX 2013 awards, fans have a longer look at the powerful Snowdrop engine that will be powering the light, weather, and physics models in-game....
Earlier today, a developer at Ubisoft confirmed development has begun on a ZombiU 2 prototype. Although there is no word on if said prototype is merely a test, or if it will eventually become a fully-fledged sequel, this is good news for core Wii U owners regardless. When asked about a ZombiU sequel on Twitter, Ubisoft Montpellier Creative Director Jean-Philippe Caro confirmed a prototype was in development, but also revealed it was too soon to say anymore than that....
The Thief series is considered to be one of the most legendary game series of all time and is touted as one of the forefathers of the immersive sim genre. The games pretty much throw you into the role of Garrett, a character whose personality absolutely shines with every line he utters and makes the world feel that much more alive and lived in. While the latest game in the Thief series might do nothing more than just besmirch the name of this otherwise legendary series, there’s no denying that the other games on this list are definitely worth playing for anyone who wishes to witness the birth of the immersive sim....
Newcomers to Watch Dogs: Legion might feel a bit confused with Ubisoft’s latest Watch Dogs entry. After all, this latest entry takes DedSec’s hacking shenanigans to the streets of London. Players now have access to more hacking tools and an active recruitment system. This means players don’t have to approach their missions alone. In fact, they can recruit anyone they meet into DedSec’s cause! In turn, beginners might feel a bit overwhelmed with the depth of options they have with Legion’s sprawling open world....
It’s the dawn of a new console generation, which means yet another iteration of Microsoft’s ever-popular Xbox: the Xbox Series X. With the launch of a new console comes a new collection of games that are often made with the intent of showing what the newest console is capable of, as was the case with the last console from the previous generation: the Xbox One. Unfortunately, some of the early games on the Xbox turned out to be huge flops....
Sony has been on an absolute rampage this console generation, releasing a litany of brilliant exclusives that have gone on to augment the quality of the PlayStation 4 and cement it as one of the greatest consoles of all time. From Bloodborne to Ghost Of Tsushima — there’s no shortage of the sheer number of amazing games that have graced us in this generation. One such title that was recently released on the PC after around three years of exclusivity is none other than Horizon Zero Dawn, a new IP that introduced players to a new world full to the brim with robotic dinosaurs, which is exactly as awe-inspiring as it sounds....
While some gamers are happy to play a game as the developers intended, there are some video game fans that just aren’t content with playing a game as it is and just have to download or even create mods for it. These mods can come in a variety of forms and can simply change the game’s aesthetics or even take it a step farther and change huge elements of the gameplay....
You can imagine the sheer logistical nightmare of balancing the Pokémon games for competitive battling. This isn’t a fighting game with a simple roster of 25 characters, after all (not that they can get this concept right either, a lot of the time). We’ve got over two decades’ worth of Pokémon, and they just can’t all be created equal. There’s more to the equation here, though: things aren’t supposed to be balanced....
The Pokemon series has practically been a phenomenon ever since it first debuted. Pokemon Sword and Shield are the latest entries in the series and they’ve brought with them a number of changes and many new Pokemon. The series’ debut on the Nintendo Switch makes Pokemon accessible to a whole new audience and the DLC expansions for the game have kept interest in the latest entry in the series high. The new Crown Tundra add-on brings back over 100 beloved Pokemon from previous titles, but there are still a number that remain unavailable in Pokemon Sword and Shield, some of which are unbelievable....
As the console generations keep advancing, creativity and a sense of humor advance just the same. For years, people have entertained us with their approach to the new consoles’ shapes, sizes, abilities, and pricing, to name just a few aspects that have come under fire. This new console generation is no exception. Fridge versus Router says it all. Both the Xbox Series X and the PlayStation 5 have kept it a fun and exciting time to watch the public’s take on the concept to launch changes....
On June 11th, 2020, Sony finally revealed the PlayStation 5’s design along with a large handful of upcoming titles set for the launch window and beyond. There is still a lot fans do not know, but Sony has unveiled enough information to generate excited for this holiday season. While it is not perfect, much of the new console’s design points to Sony’s best console yet. The ten reasons listed below refer to both its aesthetic and the hardware running the games....
Firearms are to games as Mountain Dew and Doritos are to gamers: absolutely essential. Let’s go back to the oldest of games, Contra, Mega Man—all of them have a projectile throwing weapon that builds the whole game. The formula is pretty much the same till now. Give players a gun in a linear story or sandbox, and let them enjoy every bit of shooting the bits out of enemies. Let’s be honest, though, there probably wouldn’t be a lot of mainstream video games without weapons, which is what makes them very important....
