As the game that finally made the Elder Scrolls franchise multiplayer after decades of single player adventuring, The Elder Scrolls Online was one of the most highly anticipated games of 2014. Unfortunately, Elder Scrolls fans on PS4 and Xbox One were unable to play the game at the same time as the PC and Mac versions of the title, as the console versions of TESO were delayed by over a year....
[HTML1] It’s been too long since we had a good old-fashioned moral panic related to video games, and perhaps that’s why Ubisoft is making an effort to stoke the fires of controversy by encouraging gamers to rob a bank. This is the focus of a new mission video and competition that have been created to promote Ubisoft’s upcoming vigilante hacker sandbox game, Watch_Dogs. Admittedly the anarchic nature of this promotional stunt is dampened a little by the fact that it’s, well, just a promotional stunt....
Being a broody loner with a love of hacking is all very well and good, but for gamers who like to be a bit more sociable Ubisoft’s new IP Watch Dogs will also be incorporating online multiplayer as a fun way of meeting new friends - and then shooting them. With early copies of Watch Dogs now out in the wild, a number of gameplay videos have been making their way online, giving us a good look at both the singleplayer and the multiplayer modes....
Most gamers draw their own line when it comes to putting down extra cash on top of the base RRP of a game for extras that become available later. In some cases the additional cost feels completely justified, for example with the recently-released Far Cry 3: Blood Dragon (for which the original game isn’t even required) or the Knife of Dunwall DLC for Dishonored, both of which were created later as expansions that allow the player to continue playing the game they enjoy without having to wait for a full sequel....
In the world of first-person shooters, the name ‘Wolfenstein’ isn’t exactly synonymous with ‘stealth.’ Since the original game, loud weaponry and a suicidal lust for carnage have been the series’ trademarks. But to show that Wolfenstein: The New Order will be bringing more than just out of control carnage, the developers at MachineGames have released a new gameplay trailer showing two distinct approaches to the same mission. Will you be a player favoring the ‘Tactile’ approach - or embrace ‘Mayhem’?...
Although the MMO genre has grown to include every kind of game from RPGs to space sims, one thing is consistent across the eclectic board: the debate over free-to-play. Some MMOs still cling onto a subscription-based model (like TESO will launch with this week), while others opt for a “free-to-play” model with restrictions and/or optional microtransactions. As the debate rages on, the creators of the new racing MMO World of Speed are ready to offer their perspective....
The world of Pokémon is filled with hundreds upon hundreds of creatures of all different shapes, sizes, and levels of beauty. For every Garbodor there’s an elegant Sylveon to complement it, and these stunning Pokémon are a popular choice among many trainers. While they may be an enticing catch, some of these Pokémon are better left in the PC for the Pokédex rather than seeing any action in battle. It’s always unfortunate to find out that a great-looking Pokémon simply doesn’t have what it takes to stand up to the likes of Alakazam or Dragapult, but that’s just how things are....
There is much to enjoy and appreciate when it comes to Nintendo’s classic platforming phenom, the Super Mario Bros. franchise. But one of the key components of this beloved series is the range of fun, exhilarating power-ups the mustached hero can obtain. Still, despite the epic nature of the games, the 3D Mario entries don’t tend to be thought of as much when it comes to iconic power-ups in the franchise....
The gates of Valhalla are waiting for your arrival, all shiny and chrome! They draw ever nearer especially with the advent of Assassin’s Creed Valhalla and it’s about time someone made a AAA game about Vikings and Vikings alone. God of War sort of doesn’t count since it’s mostly about Norse god deicide, sadly. Anyway, long before Assassin’s Creed Valhalla set its sights on hardened sea-faring warriors with dank beards, other games were already telling tales of these fearsome raiders....
Believe it or not, the history of Virtual Reality goes back to the 1990s. However, after 2010, the whole motion and virtual reality started merging into one another, bringing rise to the VR people know today. As advanced as it looks, this technology is still in its baby phase, and there’s a long way to go to make it efficient. But that doesn’t mean that there aren’t good games that can be enjoyed on the best virtual reality headsets available today....
Although both the Dark Souls series and Bloodborne share similarities besides being created by FromSoftware, they are not usually interpreted to be connected. At least not closely. One of these similarities is the overlap where modern meets ancient, namely in enemy description. Horrific fiends of all kinds exist in both universes. Qualities of darkness, be it from The Abyss or The Beyond, have a convergent evolution. Madness, illness, the death of light and fire, and how these things manifest in foes of flesh, spectral matter, or otherwise....
Making video games based on films has been an effective marketing strategy for Hollywood for many years. It’s a great way to build awareness, capitalize on the hype of the movie, and squeeze out a few more dollars. Unfortunately, these games are known to be bad as they typically rely on hype rather than quality. Because of this many will be ignored and end up flying under the radar for most gamers, whether they are good or bad....
For the most part, 2018 was a great year for video games. Not only did fans get gems such as God of War and Marvel’s Spider-man, but Rockstar Games was finally able to release its highly anticipated title, Red Dead Redemption 2. Nintendo also just launched its incredibly content heavy fighter Super Smash Bros Ultimate and the indie scene continued to pump out impressive games for genres that have seemingly been abandoned by AAA studios....
Resident Evil Village, which came out on May 7, 2021, has a relatively sizable arsenal compared to most other survival horror games, mostly due to parts of the gameplay harkening back to the action of Resident Evil 4. Most of the weapons you procure are bought from a mysterious merchant called the Duke, which also reminds one of Resident Evil 4’s Merchant. Whether you are going through the game for the first time or just want to reminisce about the firepower Ethan Winters has during the journey, this list of the best weapons in Resident Evil Village should help....
Video games take up an insane amount of time, but some genres are far more time consuming than others, especially MMORPGs, which require a lot of questing and grinding. There is often no way around this, as players usually have no other way to acquire better gear and weapons for end-game content. The most popular MMO is without a doubt World of Warcraft, and many developers have tried to replicate its level of popularity with their own games, but no one has come close....
Released in 2011, the Nintendo 3DS is often hailed as one of the best hand-held Nintendo consoles of all time, selling over seventy-five million units. The console is home to a wide variety of genres from action adventures to kart racers, receiving many ports of classic games like Star Fox 64 and The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time. Throughout the console’s lifespan, it was home to a wide range of fan favorite RPGs such as games within the Pokemon series and Square Enix’s Bravely Default....
At this point, the first-person shooter is ubiquitous within the gaming world. Many of the top franchises in games are first-person shooters due to their popularity but also due to their ability to be malleable and fit into a variety of other genres. There are first-person role-playing games, first-person puzzle games, and much more. Because first-person shooters fit so well into a slew of different genres, you’ll often see many unique and creative games coming from the genre....
Red Dead Redemption 2 has shaped up to be the most popular wild west action adventure title ever made, and Rockstar deserves their kudos for building such a gorgeous cinematic world, and a story that never lets up. When the dust has settled and you’ve accomplished everything you’ve set out to do in the game, there are lots of other great titles to tackle. The PlayStation 2 has more than a few hits that RDR2 fans might love, and we’ve listed 10 that hit the bullseye, right here....
Protected by a magical, protective dome, the city of Suramar endures long after the sundering. It’s the same city Maiev Shadowsong came across during the Third War that she called Suramar, though she only saw ruins. Unknown to her at the time, a relic of the past survived the great sundering, albeit at a great cost. Within the Broken Isles lies a region known as Suramar, one small piece of the once great empire of Zin-Azshari....
When it comes to management games, time and strategy are both important factors. In Gloria Victis: Siege Survival by Black Eye Games and Fish Tank Studio, these factors are even more prevalent. The goal is to hold off an ever-growing Viking invasion with dwindling resources and any survivors capable of working. Not only must the walls and civilians be cared for, but the soldiers in the bastion also need all the support available to fight back continuous assaults....
