Saints Row IV Announced to Release This Fall

Mar 15, 2013

Today Deep Silver announced that Saints Row IV™, the ball-busting next chapter in the Saints Row franchise, is starting a party in your pants this Fall.

In the next open-world installment of Saints Row, Deep Silver Volition continues the story of the Third Street Saints by elevating their status to the highest level – the leaders of the free world.  In Saints Row IV, the head honcho of the Saints has been elected to the Presidency of the United States. But the Saints are just getting started. Now the larger-than-life insanity of the Saints series gets a new twist with a catastrophic alien invasion, and the aliens have transported the Saints to a bizarro-Steelport simulation. Wield gargantuan superpowers and fight to free humanity from alien granddaddy Zinyak’s mental grasp. Escape the simulation that’s trapped the Saints crew, or die trying.

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Duke Nukem II coming for iOS, made by Rise of the Triad developers Interceptor Entertainment

Mar 15, 2013

3D Realms and Interceptor Entertainment announce Duke Nukem II for iOS, bringing the classic action game to mobile devices. Slam your thumbs into the screen as you guide Duke across 32 action-packed levels, blasting the living crap out of every alien that dares to get in your thumb-smashing way. The game is set for release in April for the out-of-this-world price of $1.99.

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Terraria shows off Four-Player Split Screen in New Screenshots for XBLA and PSN

Mar 14, 2013

In anticipation of the upcoming console release of TERRARIA, 505 Games has released several new screenshots featuring the multiplayer component.

TERRARIA’s multiplayer supports not only eight players online but also four-player local split screen as well as four-player via Xbox Live and PSN.

Frogmind Games will release iOS exclusive, Badland on April 4th

Mar 14, 2013

Developer Frogmind, winner of the ‘Best Project’ at 2012’s Game Connection, is excited to announce that BADLAND will release April 4 for iPad, iPhone, and iPod Touch. In addition, Frogmind has released the latest gameplay trailer that demonstrates new innovative gameplay elements such as the ability to slow down and fast forward time.

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BADLAND is an atmospheric side-scrolling action-adventure that has received critical praise including winning “Best Project” award at the recent Game Connection Europe in Paris, France. Players set on a journey through a gorgeous forest that is akin to a fairytale, although not everything is as magical as it seems — something is amiss within the beautiful world. BADLAND is full of deadly traps to evade and stunning environments to behold.

Tactical Intervention, from Counter-Strike Co-Creator, is now in Open Beta

Mar 14, 2013

OPEN BETA DETAILS

• Open Beta testing is now live (10:00AM PST, 1:00PM EST, March 14, 2013)
• Open to all OGPlanet-registered North American players, no key required
• Game Client available now! Visit http://ti.ogplanet.com/en/download/client.og to get in on the action right when servers go live!
• Up-to-the-minute-details on the Open Beta will be posted to the official site and Facebook page at TACTICAL-INTERVENTION.com and www.facebook.com/TACTICALINTERVENTION
• Come fire off several thousand rounds before TACTICAL INTERVENTION launches on March 28, 2013! 

Sniper Elite III is in development, set for release in 2014

Mar 14, 2013

Rebellion and 505 Games are proud to announce that work has begun on the sequel to their hit game, Sniper Elite V2.

Slated for release in 2014, the team is currently focusing on creating all-new environments, a more refined gameplay experience and a brand new storyline. Sniper Elite 3 is being developed for current and next gen platforms as well as PC.

Sniper Elite 3 will continue the story of elite OSS sniper Karl Fairburne during World War II. Sniper Elite V2 was the surprise hit of last year, introducing millions of gamers to its mix of tense atmosphere and intense action.

“Sniper Elite V2 has been a great success for us and we are thrilled to partner with Rebellion on Sniper Elite 3,” said Ian Howe, president, 505 Games North America.  “Fans can look forward to the same heart-pounding action they have come to expect from a Sniper Elite game as well as refined gameplay and new features that will blow them away.”

“We’re very excited to be working with 505 Games again on a sequel that will build on the highly successful Sniper Elite V2. We’ve got some great ideas to improve on what we did before and feedback from fans has been invaluable. Sniper Elite V2 was just the beginning of what we want to do with the franchise, there are things we didn’t have time to do before that we can really look at featuring this time. We want to focus on making this latest incarnation of Sniper Elite more of a sandbox game and also build on the awesome X-Ray Kill Cam and the atmospheric World War II setting. We’re looking forward to seeing what Sniper Elite fans and gamers in general make of the latest chapter in the story,” said Jason Kingsley, CEO, Rebellion.

Metal Gear Rising: Revengeance VR MISSIONS DLC Now Available

Mar 14, 2013

Konami Digital Entertainment, Inc. today announced that the DLC Virtual Reality (VR) Missions is available now on the Playstation®3 Entertainment System. Free for a limited time, the DLC adds 30 all-new missions to the game, featuring the classic VR look inspired by the original METAL GEAR SOLID VR Missions. The pack is pure, uncut gameplay that introduces a host of unique new challenges that will push Raiden’s skills to its limits.

Along with the VR Missions, KONAMI will release two additional METAL GEAR RISING: REVENGEANCE downloadable content packs starting this April. The first DLC pack, Jetstream, will be a side story featuring Sam as a playable character. The second pack, Blade Wolf, will allow players to control the enigmatic Blade Wolf and will showcase his side story. Both DLC packs will feature multiple hours of gameplay including unique abilities and characteristics for each character, while also expanding on each of their storylines and origins.

The VR Missions DLC is available now for free on PlayStation 3.

Defiance has one final Beta Test, Dates Announced for PC and Consoles

Mar 14, 2013

Defiance™, the highly anticipated online open-world shooter from Trion Worlds, will enter its third and final PC beta phase on March 22, starting at 8:00 AM  PST, and ending on March 24 at 9:00 PM PST. For the first time, on the PlayStation 3 computer entertainment system and the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, console gamers will get the chance to experience a taste of the massive co-op boss battles and fierce multiplayer gameplay that takes place across this evolving sci-fi universe. Specific details for the beta phase on each platform will be included in official invitations that are scheduled for distribution next week.

Participants in Advanced Mission Beta 3 will get to play as Ark Hunters. Genetically enhanced with unique abilities and armed to the hilt with a variety of unique alien and human weaponry boasting thousands of upgrade options, Ark Hunters are fearless operatives who scour the Earth competing for alien technology against all odds for vast rewards.

The final beta, which is not representative of the final game, will let players explore the Mt. Tam and Madera regions with co-op battles on Angel Island and the Cronkhite Bunker. For Ark Hunters looking to test their might in some competitive multiplayer action, the Freight yard and Observatory will provide opportunities to prove themselves worthy of Von Bach Industries’ recruitment.

Thanks to a partnership with Dodge, Trion revealed last week that players pre-ordering Defiance will also get an exclusive in-game red Dodge Challenger at launch, in addition to the previously announced pre-order reward items.  The Dodge Challenger is the fastest vehicle in the game and players in the beta will get to test drive it first by competing in the Dodge time trial challenge located in Madera.

Defiance is scheduled for release April 2, 2013, and is now available for pre-order. Players looking for a guaranteed invite to the final beta can get their key by pre-ordering now. PC players can now pre-order their copy of the game from Steam to get the exclusive Phoenix Sniper rifle as well as the red Dodge Challenger in-game items and other rewards at http://store.steampowered.com/app/224600.

[box_light]Full pre-order details are available at http://www.defiance.com/pre-order.[/box_light]

Payday 2 Teaser Trailer and New Screenshots

Mar 13, 2013

PAYDAY 2. From 505 Games and Overkill, PAYDAY 2 is set to be released for Xbox Live Arcade, PlayStation Network, and Steam this summer.

Trailer:

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Sanctum 2 – FPS and Tower Defense Sequel displayed in New Trailer

Mar 13, 2013

Reverb Publishing revealed today the “Teaser” trailer for Coffee Stain Studios’ Sanctum 2 that provides a sneak peak at the amazing visuals found in the alien world called LOEK III. Taking the critically-acclaimed gameplay that made the original a runaway hit, Sanctum 2 is the only true hybrid of tower defense / first-person shooter that enables up to four player cooperative play. Sanctum 2 is a mix of intense action and strategic gameplay that combines thrilling multiplayer and stunning graphics, raising the bar for indie games.

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Sleeping Dogs – Year of the Snake Add-On Available Today

Mar 12, 2013

Available for download today, the Year of The Snake add-on pack extends the story of Sleeping Dogs, with a series of all-new, action-packed police missions set immediately after the main game. The Year of the Snake features four new Achievements/Trophies and will be available for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system and Windows PC, priced at 560 MSP / $6.99.

The Year of the Snake sees Wei Shen’s story continue as he rejoins the ranks of the Hong Kong Police Department, only to be caught in chaos. A vicious doomsday cult is taking root in the back streets of Hong Kong… the Cult of the Snake. Hell-bent on cleansing the city of its evils, they cannot be negotiated with as they pursue a murderous path to their righteous salvation.

Wei must enter a race against the clock in an explosive countdown to midnight and bring the cultists to justice before the arrival of Judgement Day. With an arsenal of weapons – including a tear gas launcher and an electroshock pistol – new outfits and abilities, Wei aims to earn back his honor with the HKPD by sabotaging the cultists’ plot to bomb, terrorize and subdue the citizens of Hong Kong.

Through several missions and optional activities, Wei will track down the Cult of the Snake’s leader and personally show him that the world is not about to end for anyone but him and his followers.

GOG.com lets gamers select their own 5 games on promo and save 80%

Mar 12, 2013

GOG.com, the digital distributor of classic, new, and indie games, is happy to once again appoint gamers as the promo-makers–that’s why Pick 5 Promo allows gamers to pick any 5 games from a list of twenty great indies and save up to $115. These twenty fantastic titles include The Witcher, Legend of Grimrock, Puddle, Back to the Future: The Game, Sam & Max Save the World, and 15 others–7 of which are also Mac OS X-compatible–are available for the next 7 days in GOG.com’s Pick 5 Promo. Users may buy multiple sets of 5 for themselves and as gifts for friends.

One year ago, the Bigger, Newer, and Fresher version of GOG.com (formerly known as Good Old Games) was introduced with an updated website with new features, a new downloader, and, most importantly, indie games, newer games, day-one releases, and pre-orders. Since then, GOG.com has delivered 54 indie games, 25 day-one releases, more than 100 games on Mac, which include such titles as Legend of Grimrock, Defender’s Quest, and King’s Bounty: Crossworlds GOTY, all of which are available in this week’s promo.

Here’s the list of all games in the Pick 5 Promo:

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• Tiny & Big: Grandpa’s Leftovers
• The Witcher: Extended Edition
• A New Beginning – Final Cut
• PiD
• Puddle
• Legend of Grimrock
• Chronicles of Riddick
• Inquisitor
• Defender’s Quest
• Alan Wake’s American Nightmare
• Deponia
• Runaway 3
• Lucius
• Divinity 2: Developer’s Cut
• King’s Bounty: Crossworlds GOTY
• Back to the Future: The Game
• Alan Wake
• Sam & Max Save the World
• Sam & Max Beyond Time and Space

Forza Horizon Pre-Order Car Pack DLC out today

Mar 12, 2013

Microsoft and Turn 10 Studios today announced the immediate availability of the “Forza Horizon” Pre-Order Car Pack. Featuring cars previously only available to players who pre-ordered “Forza Horizon,” the Pre-Order Car Pack is made up some of the most notable cars in recent memory, including the 2011 Mercedes-Bens SLS AMG, the 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia and more. The “Forza Horizon” Pre-Order Car Pack is available for download on Xbox LIVE for 400 Microsoft Points. This pack is not part of the “Forza Horizon” Season Pass and will need to be purchased separately.

The “Forza Horizon” Pre-Order Car Pack includes:

• 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG – Running at speed, the SLS can pass most cars in the blink of an eye. Too bad for them, as their drivers will only manage a glimpse of the SLS’s retro-chic contours and manage a taste of the car’s asphalt-devouring prowess.
• 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia – An exotic that begs for the open road, the 458’s sleek eye-catching form has the beauty and grace you would expect from Maranello. The Ferrari’s exhaust note is delivered through three exhaust tips which range from low-end grunt to a high-RPM wail.
• 2012 Aston Martin Virage – The Virage takes most of its styling cues from the DB9, but nods to the extravagant One-77 are present as well. A layered leather interior with all the expected accoutrements will keep you comfortable and relaxed, even as the car’s power pins your head to the back of your seat.
• 2010 Nissan 370Z – Once again, Nissan has delivered a car that can compete favorably with models ten times more expensive. The Z line has a prestigious history and loyal following, but anyone can appreciate the beauty and power of this Japanese sports car.
• 2010 Volkswagen Golf R – Available only in Europe, this could be the sportiest Golf model to date. More than 260 horsepower from its 2.0 liter turbo make it a kick in the pants when pushed, and it can be pushed all the way up to a governor-mandated 155 mph.