Neal loves the twists, turns and scares of a well developed horror game. He believes that the depth and personality of the characters will make or break a game. Neal isn't a huge fan of excess blood and gore and commends Doom 3 for it's fear factor despite the lack of blood.
Nordic Games announced today that it was one of the successful bidders in THQ’s auction process, which ended on April 15. Subject to approval of the bankruptcy court overseeing THQ’s case, Nordic Games will acquire more than 150 SKUs for a purchasing price of USD 4.9 million spanned across PC, Microsoft, Nintendo and Sony platforms. This constitutes the biggest acquisition deal in the company history of Nordic Games so far. The acquisition is handled by Nordic Games Licensing AB, based in Karlstad, Sweden, whereas the day-to-day business (sales and distribution of said titles, evaluation of sequels & new content etc.) … Continue reading Nordic Games Aquire All Remaining THQ Assets→
Bethesda Softworks , a ZeniMax Media company, today announced the planned release of The Evil Within, a survival horror game developed at Tango Gameworks under the direction of renowned game designer and studio head, Shinji Mikami. Best known as the father of the survival horror genre and creator of the Resident Evil series, Mikami is a 20-year veteran of the industry who has developed numerous award-winning titles. The Evil Within, in development for the Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, the PlayStation 3 computer entertainment system, the PC, and next generation consoles, is slated for release in … Continue reading The Evil Within Announced→
Our spy satellites have spotted new troop movements, this time coming from France! Wargame AirLand Battle, the sequel to the spectacular real-time strategy game Wargame European Escalation, today unveiled, through 5 new screenshots, the French combat units. After unveiling both German and British units in the past few weeks, the French Armed Forces are today’s focus. The French Army represents the biggest military force in Europe, and as such, it is obvious that they will join their NATO allies in order to prepare for the explosive conflict that is about to break out against the Warsaw Pact in Scandinavia! On … Continue reading French Join Wargame Sequel→
This summer, more than 100 camps across 26 states will offer 690 programs in video game design, development, programming, and related topics, according to new research released today by the Entertainment Software Association (ESA), the trade association representing U.S. computer and video game publishers. The number of video game design programs offered at U.S. summer camps has more than doubled since 2012. ‘The increase in video game design summer programs reflects parents’ growing recognition of video games’ potential to excite kids about educational concepts,’ said Rich Taylor, senior vice president for communications and industry affairs at ESA. ‘These programs not … Continue reading ESA Announces Game Design Camp For Students→
Winning is good, but what good is being Pockets McMoneybags here if you can’t show off your imaginary wealth? In-game unlocks are prizes where you can deck the entire Inventory in the theme of your choosing- Portal, Borderlands, The Venture Bros., Army of Darkness or Sam & Max – so you can rub your winnings in those losers’ faces! Depending on the game system you’re playing on, you can win and unlock cool stuff for Borderlands 2 (consoles/PC), Team Fortress 2 (Steam only), Avatar Items for Xbox 360, or how about some sweet and completely exclusive PlayStation 3 themes? Telltale … Continue reading Poker Night 2 Doubles Down With Special Features→
Deponia is an adventure game set literally in a world packed to the gills with beautifully-rendered garbage. But this is one experience you won’t want to toss away.
Game Review- Castlevania Lords Of Shadow: Mirror Of Fate
Castlevania Lords Of Shadow: Mirror Of Fate returns 3DS players to a shadowy world of vampires struggling for dominance against the world and each other.
3D Realms and Interceptor Entertainment have launched 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 now available on the iTunes App Store for just $1.99. In 1993 Apogee released Duke Nukem II. Its explosive action made it an instant side-scrolling classic. 20 years later, Interceptor Entertainment and 3DRealms have teamed up to bring Duke Nukem II back. Duke Nukem II for iOS … Continue reading Duke Nukem II Blasts To IOS→
BitComposer Games announces that Ion Assault HD has hit the PlayStation Network in USA. The innovative sci-fi arcade shooter is available for the Price of $1.99. In Ion Assault HD the player controls thousands of ion particles that he can use to blast, fry and blow up anything off the screen! By focusing the gameplay on its unique fluid and particle physics system, Ion Assault HD adds a special twist to the classic arcade-style space shooter! Utilizing its dynamic difficulty level adjustment system, Ion Assault HD is both accessible to beginners and a challenge for skilled gamers. The faster you … Continue reading Ion Assault Forms On PSN→
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