Apparently, some folks really think single-player gaming is finished, and we now see more developers shifting their focus on multiplayer components and online modes. In an interview with GameSpot, Insomniac CEO Ted Price stated the company probably wouldn’t make strictly single-player titles in the future. “I can’t imagine that any game we’d do from here on out will be single-player […]
We recently reported on an interview with Dark Souls creator Hidetaka Miyazaki. According to said interview, Miyazaki had stated that he was pondering adding an easier difficulty setting for Dark Souls. Such a move would be intended so as to not alienate gamers who may be interested in the punishing action-RPG’s world and lore but aren’t very fond of its […]
Valve has decided to put a $100 entry fee for any developers who want to submit a game to Steam Greenlight. The initiative, which lets gamers vote for the titles they want to see on Steam, has seen over 700 submissions thus far. Unfortunately, Valve released a statement explaining that more than a handful of those submissions are, to put […]
Is Dark Souls too difficult? Maybe, but since the launch of that game, I’ve believed that its high challenge is part of the reason it’s so good. Dark Souls being a ridiculously tough game is what makes it stand out, and that’s exactly the reason people play it. According to director Hidetaka Miyazaki, the game may be a bit too […]
A couple of launch windows for upcoming Sega titles have been revealed. The HD remake of NiGHTS into Dreams, which was first confirmed back in July, is expected to hit download platforms sometime this October. Back on the Sega Saturn, NiGHTS was lauded for its refreshing gameplay and wonderful soundtrack, delivering an experience that is often remembered as one of […]
Several details surrounding Dead Island Riptide have been revealed by publisher Deep Silver. According to Joystiq, the upcoming zombie title isn’t exactly a full-blown sequel to the original Dead Island. Instead, Riptide is more of a spin-off, which is strangely interesting considering the events that took place in the first game. Gamers who played Dead Island will be able to […]
Borderlands 2 is getting the ol’ season pass treatment when it launches on September 18. Gamers will be able to shell out $30 and in turn receive four DLC packs. Considering each individual DLC add-on will be priced at $10, you’re probably better off paying the $30 fee right from the get-go if you intend on sticking with Borderlands 2 […]
[Update: We’ve had several additions to the prize pool and we are now up to six. So if you are interested in any of the prize pools please place an entry as a comment in this thread / article indicating which pool you want] A little over a week ago we made a post in our forums seeing if anyone […]
Developer Eyebrow Interactive has announced that Closure will be making its way to Steam on September 7. The game was originally released on the PlayStation Network back in March. That version was based on a free Flash game, but it took what that version of Closure offered and refined the entire experience. Eyebrow Interactive’s side-scrolling puzzle platformer has received a […]
There’s been quite a bit of criticism directed towards From Software, the developers behind Dark Souls, for putting such a minimal amount of effort into the PC port. Around the time of the initial announcement, PC gamers were elastic that the game, critically acclaimed on consoles, was coming to PC. Finally, we’d be able to max it out at a super high […]
Sleeping Dogs launched last week to quite the positive reaction. The game delivers an entertaining and gritty action-packed experience that’s rife with bloody fists, guns, and all manner of illegal chicanery. So when you take all of that stuff into account and put it into a game that’s actually well-designed, you’re in store for some cool gameplay. If you’re still […]
Ubisoft head-honcho Yves Guillemot has revealed that according to the company’s internal sales metrics, the number of PC consumers willing to pay for microtransactions in a F2P product is the same as boxed retail titles – around 5-7 to percent due to rampant piracy rates. While it’s not clear how the piracy figure was extrapolated, Ubisoft feels that F2P is […]
Max Payne 3 fans are in store for a real treat next week. A new batch of free DLC will launch for the game on August 28 for Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, and PC, so if you’ve been waiting for some fresh content to continue enjoying the multiplayer component in Max Payne 3 or are looking for another reason to […]
PC gaming is gaining momentum and recovering a lot of its popularity these days. Recent titles like Max Payne 3 and Sleeping Dogs have proven that developers can definitely take the platform seriously by releasing PC games that match the quality of their console counterparts and actually exceed said counterparts as far as the graphical presentation is concerned. Metal Gear […]
When Castle Crashers launched on Xbox Live Arcade back in 2008, it was hotly received by gamers and praised for its remarkable beat ’em up gameplay, enjoyable RPG elements, delicious art style, and awesome sense of humor. It was an indie game that left its customers satisfied, so it came as no surprise when it eventually landed on the PlayStation […]
The original Darksiders was a fun romp, though for those well acquainted with the action RPG genre, most will agree that it didn’t exactly break new ground gameplay-wise. Compared to its predecessor, Darksiders 2 is a much more ambitious experience that goes beyond a mere improvement. This is not your typical sequel. Sure – plenty of comparisons to Zelda can […]
Oddworld: Abe’s Oddysee was a beloved game when it first launched on the original PlayStation back in 1997. So it should come as no surprise that an HD remake will soon hit the digital download scene. An exact release date has yet to be announced, but we do have an idea as to how the game will look thanks to […]
The day a lot of folks have been waiting for has arrived. Okay, that’s a lie. I know a lot of you are actually waiting for the HD version of Jet Set Radio to launch. Sorry to tell you, but this isn’t that launch day. That said, it is the day that I can share the game’s actual launch date […]
Blizzard’s issued a security announcement on Battle.net – the interconnected network that powers its Starcraft, Diablo, and Warcraft family of titles – stating that an intrusion has been identified by the company’s security team. Currently, there’s no evidence to suggest that “financial information such as credit cards, billing addresses, or real names were compromised.” A list of email addresses for […]
Over the past several years we have seen a prolific amount of free-to-play (F2P) games crop up, from your traditional Asia-based studio to one of gaming’s biggest giants, Valve. Free-to-play titles rely on the sale of in-game items rather than the sale of the game itself in order to create a profit. The business model has proven successful for […]