By Anonymous on May 08, 2015 11:54 pm
With a free update set to be released for Helldivers sometime "very soon," developer Arrowhead Game Studios has released a video highlighting some of the new things players will be doing when they're not busy shooting enemies. The video is the first of several we'll be seeing ahead of the release of the free Turning Up the Heat expansion. This one focuses on three new objective types being added, one of which appears to be much different from those already in the game. The artillery installation is first. You'll find a piece of artillery somewhere on the map that needs to be repaired and activated. Once that's been done, you'll need to gather three shells located nearby and deliver them to the gun, at which point you'll enter a series of d-pad inputs to fire the gun. Second is the geological survey, which involves deploying a beacon that calls in a drill. This then becomes a standard defend objective; you'll protect the drill until it completes its work, at which point you'll collect the data it accumulates and move on. Finally, we have the self-explanatory "search and disarm un-exploded ordnance" objective, which sounds much different from what's already in the game. This requires you to call in a mission-specific strategem, the ME-I Sniffer metal detector. With this equipped, you'll use the right stick to aim the metal detector while moving through an area, looking for bombs to disarm. This is done with the usual d-pad inputs, although whereas making a mistake with these inputs usually means starting over again, here it causes the bomb to explode, killing you. We don't yet know everything included in Turning Up the Heat, but Arrowhead says the next video will be out "within a couple of days." Helldivers was released in March for PS4, PS3, and PS Vita. For more, check out our review.
By Anonymous on May 08, 2015 11:04 pm
Bungie on Friday released a new behind-the-scenes preview video for Destiny's upcoming House of Wolves expansion. Though we already learned a lot about the DLC earlier this week, the nearly six-minute video does have more for Destiny fans to enjoy.  On display in the video are House of Wolves' new bosses, including the final boss, Skolas. The video also covers basically everything you'd want to know about House of Wolves, with developers talking about the new weapons, gear, and modes like Prison of Elders and Trials of Osiris. We've also captured a handful of images from the trailer. Check those out in the gallery at the bottom of this post. House of Wolves launches May 19 for Xbox One, PlayStation 4, and PC. The DLC is included with the $35 Destiny Expansion Pass, or it can be purchased separately for $20. Looking beyond House of Wolves, publisher Activision revealed this week that even more content is coming to Destiny this summer before the game's biggest expansion to date arrives this fall.          
By Anonymous on May 08, 2015 10:59 pm
Should the project pan out, the TV series based on classic PC adventure game Myst will air on Hulu. This is according to Deadline, which reports that there were multiple bidders for the series. Hulu--in the midst of a push for more original content--came out on top, but this still doesn't guarantee the series will make it to air. The report notes that Myst has a script-to-series commitment, meaning that, if the script is approved, it will go directly to series (as opposed to a pilot episode being made).  The adaptation of Myst was first announced last year when developer Cyan Worlds and Legendary Entertainment agreed to a deal. At the time, no details were forthcoming regarding what the series would be about. Now, Deadline says it'll feature a story written by Evan Daugherty (Divergent, 2014's Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles) that "will explore the origins of the island of Myst from the game where a man wakes up on a mystery island with absolutely no idea who he is, where is, or how he got there." Daugherty is also set to write the screenplay for a new Tomb Raider film. GameSpot has reached out to Cyan to find out more and will report back with anything we learn.
By Anonymous on May 08, 2015 10:54 pm
At least some of the contents of Battlefield Hardline's first expansion have been revealed. Speaking during the latest Don't Revive Me Bro podcast, multiplayer producer Zach Mumbach said the DLC pack--Criminal Activity--will offer four new mutiplayer maps (no surprise there), two of which will be set during the night.  The setting for the new maps are California and Florida. Mumbach said the new maps will vary in size and offer "a little bit more" destructibility than existing environments. Even bigger maps are coming later, Mumbach teased. The developer also explained that Visceral has created the new maps with better visuals cues to let people know what's destructible and what's not. New vehicles will also be included with Criminal Activity, though planes are not on the list. "No planes," Mumbach said. "I just don't see how to work it into the fiction of what we're doing." Battlefield Premium ($50) members will be able to play Criminal Activity two weeks before everyone else. However, Mumbach revealed that Visceral is planning to offer bonuses to everyone at launch (since everyone must apply an update for compatibility reasons, he said) in the form of a free gun. What's more, Mumbach explained that Visceral is currently exploring the possibility of allowing non-Premium members to try out DLC before they buy. However, he made no promises, and stressed that such an offer has various technical and policy-based issues that must be overcome first. Mumbach was speaking during a fan podcast, so it's not surprising that he didn't divulge specific details about Criminal Activity. We'd expect those to instead come directly from Electronic Arts through an official announcement. Looking beyond Criminal Activity, the Battlefield Hardline DLC release schedule includes: - Robbery -- Summer 2015
- Getaway -- Fall 2015
- Betrayal -- Early 2016
Pricing has not been announced for people who buy Hardline's expansions outside of the Premium offering. However, history suggests that they will go for $15 each.
By Anonymous on May 08, 2015 10:27 pm
EA Access members have a new game to play. Electronic Arts on Friday added FIFA 15 to The Vault, bringing the total number of games subscribers can download and play for free up to eleven.  Last month, in conjunction with the start of the NHL playoffs, EA added NHL 15 to The Vault. There is no set schedule for when new games will be introduced. But one thing is for sure: EA will never remove games from The Vault. In addition to free games, EA Access members save 10 percent on all EA digital content and can play upcoming games before they're released. EA Access memberships are offered at $5/month or $30/year. Currently, EA Access is available only on Xbox One. Sony initially said EA Access did not offer a strong enough value for PlayStation 4 owners, though the company has since explained that the service could one day show up on PS4 if certain business requirements are met. EA Access Free Game Lineup (as of May 8):
By Anonymous on May 08, 2015 09:22 pm
Spring is traditionally one of the driest seasons when it comes to new games, but this isn't necessarily a bad thing. Keeping in line with expectations, there weren't a lot of new games in April, but there were some unexpected gems that rose to the top. These smaller games went toe-to-toe with a widely anticipated big-budget game, but as we've seen plenty of times in the past, multi-million dollar budgets don't always guarantee greatness. The game I'm referring to is Mortal Kombat X, but even though it's a great fighting game, it's definitely up against stiff competition, including a game that's unusually light on presentation, but big on brain teasers. I'm talking about Box Boy on the 3DS, which admittedly doesn't look like much from the outside, but its simple mechanics and puzzles expand gradually over time, testing your intellect just enough to consistently deliver a strong sense of satisfaction. We also felt really positive about Affordable Space Adventures, which makes great use of the Wii U's gamepad to facilitate teamwork as you explore the beautiful and mysterious far-off reaches of deep space. Crypt of the Necrodancer took dungeon crawling to new depths, melding roguelike elements with mechanics from rhythm games, offering an experience unlike anything that we've played before. It's got great dungeon and character design, making it more than an unusual or gimmicky experience. Lastly, though it technically came out in March, we reviewed Pillars of Eternity in April, so we ultimately decided that the impressive homage to Baldur's Gate belonged on our short list of the best games of April. There's far more to Mortal Kombat X than just high production values.The games on our list of candidates are proof that anytime of year can be a good time for games, even if there aren't as many being released as we're used to. As usual, it was difficult to chose the winner for game of the month when there are so many new games with great qualities, but the award ultimately goes to the comical, dark, and deceptively deep fighting game, Mortal Kombat X. Box Boy, Affordable Space Adventures, Crypt of the Necrodancer, and Pillars of Eternity are all great experiences, but none left the same impact on us as Mortal Kombat X did. The core of the Mortal Kombat experience remains largely the same in Mortal Kombat X: you engage in violent bouts, replete with blood, moans of pain, and over-the-top finishing moves. Alongside some fresh faces, classic characters from the past return, true to form, with an extensive story mode that features over two hours of cutscenes detailing their struggles and that of their offspring. The series' fighting system has never felt so fluid, and the added depth of character variations makes one character feel like three, giving you more to explore and learn, and more for your opponents to worry about. We've also never seen a Mortal Kombat game looks so good. Characters and environments appear more detailed than ever, and the series' characteristic violence is presented in such a captivating and entertaining way, leaning on absurdity wherever possible to great effect. You cringe at the sight and sound of flesh tearing and bones breaking, but you can't help but laugh when the act is punctuated with a timely quip. Mortal Kombat X is big, bad, and ugly, for all the right reasons.
By Anonymous on May 08, 2015 09:18 pm
From Belgian artist Vadu Amka comes one of the most beautiful gaming case mods we've ever seen.  As discovered by Kotaku, the case you see below is based on iconic N64 RPG The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time. Overall, the console was made to look worn and "ancestral." It even has real-looking moss on it. Zelda's ancestral gems are featured on the front, alongside a re-worked Nintendo 64 logo featuring typography similar to what you might see in the game. In addition, Amka built a weathered-looking N64 controller, complete with the Triforce emblem on the front. It's all very impressive, but I think I'd rather keep this on a shelf than actually use it. Check out some images of Amka's custom N64 in the gallery below. And be sure to visit his website to see even more of his impressive custom consoles. Amka created this console for a friend.     
By Anonymous on May 08, 2015 08:54 pm
Following an initial tease earlier this week, video game-themed clothing retailer Insert Coin has officially announced the Metal Gear Solid 1984 Collection. The new line of clothing--which includes a range of retro-themed sweaters, jackets, and t-shirts--is inspired by Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain. That upcoming game is set in 1984.  Every piece of clothing in the 1984 Collection features the Diamond Dogs logo, which is based on the fictional private military company--not the David Bowie album of the same name. T-shirts start at around $30, while jackets cost as much as $85. You can check out the 1984 Collection designs in the gallery below. Head to Inset Coin's Metal Gear Solid landing page to see everything the retailer has to offer based on Konami's stealth-action series. The Phantom Pain release date is set for September across console and PC. After the game ships, Metal Gear Solid creator Hideo Kojima is expected to leave Konami.      
By Anonymous on May 08, 2015 08:31 pm
Capcom's upcoming fighting game Street Fighter V now has a release window. As part of the company's latest earnings report, Capcom revealed that Street Fighter V will launch during its current fiscal year, which ends March 31, 2016. This matches up with the game's rumored spring 2016 release window.  Street Fighter V is in development for PlayStation 4 and PC, and will feature cross-platform play between both systems. Also during Capcom's earnings report, the company revealed a sales target for Street Fighter V. The game is expected to sell 2 million copies by the end of Capcom's current fiscal year. This figure includes copies sold digitally and through traditional brick-and-mortar retail outlets, Capcom clarified. Street Fighter V was announced in December as a PS4 and PC exclusive. Just recently, Capcom announced that it plans to run a public beta test that it claims will be the "largest and most ambitious online beta program in franchise history." A date for when it will begin hasn't been shared, but we do know you can guarantee yourself access by pre-ordering the game. Capcom's latest earnings report showed a yearly revenue decline. Read the full report here.           
By Anonymous on May 08, 2015 07:47 pm
Instruments for Harmonix Music Systems' Rock Band 4 may be difficult to acquire when the game is released later this year, according to studio CEO Steve Janiak. Speaking to IGN, Janiak said "the response to our announcement of Rock Band 4 has been incredible" and has indicated a high level of demand for the upcoming rhythm game. "Demand from both retailers and consumers for product has exceeded out expectations," explained Janiak, who advised fans to sign up to be alerted when pre-orders go live, which you can do here. "While we'll do everything we can to meet demand, the realities of manufacturing and getting hardware on shelves means that we can't guarantee hardware for everyone on day one without a pre-order," he continued. "For those looking for new instruments, pre-ordering ahead of launch will guarantee that you'll be able to start a band and rock the world with your family and friends this holiday season." Rock Band 4's physical peripherals will be provided by Mad Catz, which has recently enjoyed success creating an official line of arcade sticks for Capcom's fighting games. Currently, only guitars, drums, and microphones are planned for release. Harmonix has said the team is "working their asses off" to include Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 controller support on the new consoles. "We are actively engaged with Sony and Microsoft to support PS3 controllers on the PS4 and Xbox 360 controllers on the Xbox One," it said. "It's tough because a lot of the implementation is out of our control. You're dealing with radio chips and technology that fundamentally changed between one console and the next. There is some policy we need to work through as well as some nifty engineering we have to work through, which we are." Harmonix officially confirmed Rock Band 4 in March and provided a vague 2015 release window for PlayStation 4 and Xbox One.
By Anonymous on May 08, 2015 07:30 pm
 Planet Andreas sends you on an unforgettable journey into the wild... with the Lion of the Mountain. Be one with nature in this Grand Theft Auto V Documentary, produced by Rob Handlery.
By Anonymous on May 08, 2015 04:30 am
 Star Wars: Battlefront won't feature ironsights, John Riccitiello says PS4 has won the console war due to Microsoft's "unfocused execution", and who is Batgirl?
By Anonymous on May 08, 2015 01:49 am
 Cam and Seb bid a fond farewell to Kevin VanNord, Cow, Chicken, Jerkins, and all the rest in their final ever episode of Top 5 Skyrim mods of the week. But who will they slay? Will Kevin finally feel feelings? And what comes next for the show and these two puny mortals?
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