Chaos on Deponia gets a Launch Trailer

Nov 02, 2012

With Daedalic Entertainment’s new game “Chaos on Deponia” almost ready to hit the virtual shelves, the German Indie Developer has released the English trailer, delivering many new scenes and highlights from the “Deponia” trilogy’s second installment.

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Call of Duty: Black Ops II – Nuketown 2025 & DLC Season Pass Pre-Order Incentives

Nov 01, 2012

Just a friendly reminder for Call of Duty fans to head out and reserve a copy of Call of Duty: Black Ops II – coming Nov. 13^th, and receive the bonus multiplayer map – Nuketown 2025 – for FREE, plus get access to the Call of Duty®: Black Ops II Double XP Launch Weekend!!!

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Serious Sam 3: BFE Steam Workshop Support Now Live

Nov 01, 2012

Croteam and Devolver Digital have flipped the ol’ switch that turns on Steam Workshop support for Serious Sam 3: BFE. Users are now able to browse and subscribe to their favorite mods created by fellow Serious Sam fans to change up weapons, enemies, and gameplay as well as add in new fan-made multiplayer and survival maps. In fact, there will be over 60 different mods already available for users to subscribe to and enjoy! This massive influx of awesome might prove intimidating to current users so we’ve prepared a handy FAQ to prepare for this new feature.

Army of Two: The Devil’s Cartel Ships on March 26th, 2013

Nov 01, 2012

Grab a friend, cross the border and take the war on drugs head on when Visceral Games, an Electronic Arts studio, launches Army of TWO The Devil’s Cartel in North America on March 26, 2013 (29 March 2013 in Europe). Powered by the award-winning Frostbite 2 engine from DICE, Army of TWO The Devil’s Cartel features intense co-operative gameplay where teamwork is needed for success and survival against a relentless Cartel lord. To help equip players for this intense operation, Visceral Games is rewarding fans who pre-order the game with the exclusive Army of TWO The Devil’s Cartel Overkill Edition, which includes three bonus Contracts!

“With Army of TWO The Devil’s Cartel we wanted to take the series in a new direction while also leveraging the aspects that made the first two Army of TWO games unique,” said Julian Beak, Executive Producer, Visceral Games. “We knew coming out of the gate that meaningful co-op gameplay, customization and over-the-top action would be key pillars for us, and we’re bringing these elements to the next level by presenting them in a setting that is more serious in order to dial up the intensity.”

Surviving  against a dangerous enemy with everything to lose is a daunting task, so Visceral Games is giving fans who pre-order the Army of TWO The Devil’s Cartel Overkill Edition the advantage of additional guns and outfits, right when they start the game. The Overkill Edition includes:

• Early Access to Three “Overkillers” Contracts: Unleash massive destruction with three Contract variations designed for maximum rampage! Players must kill enemies and cause environment destruction to earn enough points to continuously stay in Overkill while making their way to the extraction point.
• Tactical Co-op Gear: Lay down sustained cover fire with the TAH-9 side arm while decked out in the polymer textured outfit and mask or wield the Double D automatic shotgun while battling in the intimidating Overkill mask and outfit.
• Celebrate the Day of the Dead: Bust out the Day of the Dead themed assault rifle and take on Mexico’s most ruthless drug lords in Day of the Dead themed outfit and masks designed by popular tattoo artists.

[box_light]Army of TWO The Devil’s Cartel re-sets the series that pioneered the co-op experience, balancing the over-the-top blockbuster action the franchise is known for with a narrative tone that is more intense and mature. Players will find themselves on the deadly streets of Mexico as Alpha and Bravo, two operatives working for a Private Military Contract outfit called Tactical Worldwide Operations (T.W.O.). The pair will come face-to-face with a violent, bloodthirsty drug lord and must fight to protect an unwavering political figure determined to take him down. With the ability to unleash Overkill and harness the power of ultimate destruction, players will work together as their objectives unravel, allegiances begin to blur and their lives hang in the balance.[/box_light]

SMITE Gets New Arena Game Mode

Nov 01, 2012

Hi-Rez Studios, independent developer of AAA free-to-play online games, today announced that the action MOBA game SMITE will get an additional game mode with the next patch.

The new mode, called Arena, is a very action-oriented, team death match and takes place on a brand new map with a Colosseum setting.

Arena is played 5 versus 5 with minions and side-objectives including buff camps and Gryphon Guardians. But rather than a single end objective, in Arena your team earns points for killing enemy players and minions with the first team to deduct 500 points from their opponents being crowned the winner.

“SMITE is all about action combat,” says Hi-Rez Studios Chief Operating Officer Todd Harris. “So we wanted an additional game type that allows players to get into the action even faster. One of our level designers took the initiative to put together this more open Colosseum map concept on his own time. We’ve enjoyed playing it so much that the team has worked overtime to get the new mode quickly into the hands of our Beta community and we look forward to their feedback”

The online game SMITE began Beta testing in June, 2012 and has surpassed 750,000 player accounts created to date.

Within SMITE, players choose from a selection of gods, join session based 5 versus 5 arena combat, and use custom powers and team tactics against other players and minions.  SMITE is free-to-play and is a digital download for the PC.  Players interested in joining the SMITE Beta can register at http://www.smitegame.com

Larian Studios shows off Item Interaction in Divinity: Original Sin as Halloween Gift

Oct 31, 2012

I got to see a live demo of Divinity: Original Sin at E3, and since then there has been very little shown – until now.

The fine folks at Larian, however, took the occasion of this fine Halloween day to pull together a super-quick (seriously, like 50 seconds) gameplay video that shows one particularly topical example of item interaction/combination in the game. You’ll also see what looks like a really nice work-in-progress level/area from the game!

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Painkiller Hell & Damnation Unleashed Today, Including Halloween DLC

Oct 31, 2012

Nordic Games GMBH is proud to announce that the eagerly awaited Painkiller Hell & Damnation is out now for Windows PC. On the fence? Read our review.

The infernal gates of hell have been opened for PC gamers to set Daniel Garner free from Purgatory and escape the evil supernatural powers. Players can now get their hands on the game in both Standard and Collector’s Edition formats, in time for a hellish Halloween.

For those who have pre-ordered the game or purchased during Halloween and activate their steam code before 5pm GMT on November 1st, there will also be an extra-special reward. Players simply need to activate their product on Steam and automatically claim the goresome free DLC pack. This exclusive pack will provide a unique Halloween-themed map that will contain a frighteningly large number of Halloween-inspired rewards, enemies, weapons and an additional achievement. Destroy pumpkins, collect lollipops, battle against Pumpkinhead Ghostriders and fight on a deathly carousel in the perfect addition to the goriest game to blast its way on to PCs in years. An exclusive Halloween achievement is also included.

“Players will endure the most hair-raising Halloween experience this year with Painkiller,” says Nik Blower, Sales and Marketing Director, Nordic Games. “It’s the deadliest incarnation of the series so far, the graphics are stunning and the unique gameplay remains true to old-school FPS ideology that made the original game so well loved.”

The campaign features an all-action crusade that can be played in single player mode, co-operative mode across four chapters, and several multiplayer-modes. A vast array of demons and fiends will be encountered along the way.

The bonus Collector’s Edition content will include stickers, postcards from hell, ten tracks from the heavy metal soundtrack, a making of DVD, in-game tarot card for single player power-up and exclusive multiplayer skin. The package will also comprise of all the material from the Standard Edition including game disc and A3 size poster.

Pool Nation, Launches Today on Xbox LIVE Arcade

Oct 31, 2012

Cherrypop Games and Mastertronic are proud to announce the eagerly anticipated worldwide launch of Pool Nation via Xbox LIVE today. Developed by Cherrypop Games, Pool Nation brings the thrill of perfectly-pitched pool to your living room.

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Divinity II – Developer’s Cut comes to Steam

Oct 30, 2012

Larian Studios is proud to announce that “Divinity II – Developer’s Cut” is now available on Steam! To celebrate this new release, Steam owners of “Divinity II – Ego Draconis” or “Divinity II – Dragon Knight Saga” will receive the Developer’s Cut for free!

“Divinity II – Developer’s Cut” includes the ultimate edition of “Divinity II” good for over 100 hours of highly acclaimed RPG gameplay, as well as the brand new Developer Mode and many more amazing extras! Play the original version, or experience the game like the designers did and fool around with console commands to your heart’s content!

This video reveals even more of the secrets waiting for you in the “Developer’s Cut”:

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Dead Island Riptide – Standard Box Art and Release Date

Oct 30, 2012

Deep Silver announced today that a pre-order program for a special North American edition of Dead Island™ Riptide, the follow-up to the 2011 global smash horror hit Dead Island, is now available for players who preorder Riptide early at participating retailers. Launching in North America on April 23, 2013, Dead Island Riptide brings more epic zombie thriller action to fans with additional gameplay mechanics, all-new gorgeous locales to explore, more types of zombies to provide constant threats, an additional character class and the best co-operative zombie action experience in gaming.

Painkiller Hell & Damnation – Release Trailer and Intro Cinematic

Oct 30, 2012

Nordic Games will unleash Painkiller Hell & Damnation for Windows PC on October 31, and to help you prepare for the onslaught of demons and fiends, take a look at the cinematic intro trailer here (the track “Painkiller” by Siri Svegler is not part of the original soundtrack):

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Orcs Must Die! 2 Booster Pack DLC “Are We There Yeti?”

Oct 30, 2012

Get your orc-skin sweaters out of storage because you’re heading up north in the “Are We There Yeti?” Booster Pack for Orcs Must Die! 2. Announced today by Robot Entertainment, the new booster pack gives players three enormous new frozen cavern levels to defend. It won’t be easy! Yeti and Goblin Sapper mobs will do everything they can to take down War Mages and their trusty trap layouts. In addition to new monsters and levels, the booster pack includes three new Endless Mode level conversions, three new defenses for the Spellbook, and new character costumes inspired by the Orcs Must Die! community! The “Are We There Yeti?” booster pack for Orcs Must Die! 2 will be available on Steam for $4.99 on November 1^st.

“Are We There Yeti?” Booster Pack Features: 

• Three Chilling New Levels – Venture to the frozen caverns of the north where new rifts are opening up. Defend the Yeti Den, The Hive, and the enormous Chilled Cavern against new enemies and old!
• New Endless Mode Conversions – Passages, Chilled Cavern, and fan favorite level The Tower have all been converted for Endless Mode action!
• A Deadly High-Five – Place the new Spike Wall along a hallway and surprise unsuspecting enemies when it springs outward, stabbing them in the face before tossing them through the air or over nearby ledges!
• Dwarven Missile Launcher – An explosive new secondary weapon that fires mana missiles, dealing out damage and tossing monsters in every direction.
• The Guardian Trinket – Your Paladins, Archers, and Dwarves have always had your back, and now you can repay the favor. Bring the Guardian Trinket with you to passively heal your Guardians. Use the new trinket’s active ability to revive fallen Guardians for battle! 
• New Creatures – Take cover from the enormous new Yetis as they charge through the rifts hurling frozen snowballs at your head! Keep your distance, though, because when the Yetis take enough damage, they become enraged, and will charge to attack you, leaping over any barricades that stand in their way. Don’t spend too much time fighting the Yetis because the new Goblin Sappers will be rushing through the level to disable your traps! If a Goblin Sapper finds a trap to his liking, he explodes, disabling nearby traps for a brief time.
• New Character Costumes! – Inspired by two of the most prolific Orcs Must Die! 2 video-streamers, the latest set of costumes are a hat-tip to all of the incredibly passionate Orcs Must Die!community. Equip the new “Backdraft” costume for the War Mage or the “Skull Ninja” costume for the Sorceress.

Orcs Must Die! 2 is an action-strategy game that challenges players and their friends to team up and defend a world constantly under siege. Orcs Must Die! 2 is available exclusively as a digital download on personal computers this. For more information about Orcs Must Die! 2, please visit http://www.OrcsMustDie.com.

Forza Horizon – SmartGlass Experience Available Now

Oct 30, 2012

Microsoft and Turn 10 Studios today announced the release of the official “Forza Horizon” SmartGlass Experience, a free download for Windows 8 PCs that allows players to extend their racing fun in this year’s biggest racing game, “Forza Horizon.”

The “Forza Horizon” SmartGlass Experience works as an interactive map of Colorado–the vast open-world environment where fans will drive, explore, and race against other players. Using the “Forza Horizon” SmartGlass Experience, “Forza Horizon” players can instantly access the entire map of Colorado. Using familiar navigation gestures like pinch to zoom, players can explore the interactive map and set waypoints on the map simply by tapping the desired location on the screen. Once a destination is chosen, that waypoint is automatically set in the game and new route directions are presented to the player.

The interactive SmartGlass Experience for “Forza Horizon” lets players explore the open roads of Colorado with ease. In addition, as with the in-game map, the “Forza Horizon” SmartGlass Experience includes locations of special items such as smashable upgrade discount signs, new race events, and more. Through a robust set of filters, players will be able to quickly find exactly the event or item they are looking for with just a few swipes of their fingers.

With no need to pause the game in order to access the in-game map, the “Forza Horizon” SmartGlass Experience offers new players a chance to familiarize themselves with the open world of Colorado, and offers experienced drivers an edge over the competition.

The “Forza Horizon” SmartGlass Experience is available now for Windows 8 PCs, with support for additional platforms coming soon.