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Jetpack Joyride adds attractive coin magnet in next patch

by Salat on April 17, 2012 · 0 comments

Halfbrick has been teasing gadgets and gizmos aplenty for Jetpack Joyride’s upcoming version 1.3 patch, with its latest animated short featuring the irresistible “Coin Magnet.” The free update will be available this month and adds 15 gadgets to keep Barry Streakfries flying for as long as possible.

Jetpack Joyride adds attractive coin magnet in next patch originally appeared on Joystiq on Tue, 17 Apr 2012 03:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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DmC combat animations are all hand-built

by Salat on April 16, 2012 · 0 comments

Ninja Theory is using motion capture for cutscenes, but every frame of Dante’s arse kicking has been lovingly rendered the old fashioned way for DmC: Devil May Cry.

Studio head Tameem Antoniades mentioned the manual animation in a Capcom blogcast, noting that motion capture wouldn’t bring quite as much character to the combat.

Antoniades also reiterated that Capcom is collaborating closely on the game’s action, even down to frame-by-frame advice.

DmC will feature the same combo ranking system of its precursors, but explained more clearly to the player, so casual button mashers have a better chance of working up to serious scores with advanced moves like jump-cancelling and parrying.

Dante’s angel and demon forms will be changeable in real time, allowing players to string together combos from eahc moveset, and each form will have unique weapons.

DmC: Devil May Cry is expected on PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 but has not been dated.

Thanks, Siliconera.

Source: VG247

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Microsoft, Sony Announce E3 2012 Press Conference Times

by Salat on April 16, 2012 · 0 comments

It’s April 16th, and that means we’re just under 2 months away from E3 2012. No time like the present to start planning accordingly, and Microsoft and Sony are making that easier by posting their scheduled press conference times. Microsoft goes first, with their presser scheduled for Monday, June 4 at 10.00am PDT. Sony is later in the day at 6pm PST. Presumably we’ll be hearing from the other big companies soon enough.

Microsoft and Sony’s pressers may prove to be interesting. Both companies have been dogged by rumors of next gen hardware on the horizon, which would be unveiled at E3. Though both Microsoft has expressly denied any such plans, at least for 2012, that could turn out to be nothing but misdirection. At the very least, microsoft might want to kick off their first post CES E3 with big news. Here’s hoping it’s a free console, like they gave away in 2010, and if so, here’s hoping my bosses assign me to the presser.

Via VG 24/7

Source: Gaming Today

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Learn The Art of Government Propaganda With Republia Times

by Salat on April 16, 2012 · 0 comments

If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to be behind the scenes of a despotic government’s propaganda wing – I mean, besides one designed by Peter Molyneux – may we point you to Republia Times, a flash game designed to look exactly like an educational PC game from 1985, created by Lucas Pope of Ratloop.

In Republia Times, you’re the editor of a state-run propaganda newspaper in the wake of a recent revolution. At game start, you’re informed that your family has been captured for ‘safekeeping’, and your job is to create newspaper issues favorable to the government in order to increase loyalty. Raise loyalty enough and your family is safe; fail, and they’re eliminated, as, it’s implied, are you. Each round is a single publishing day; Succeed for enough days, and things start to get complicated.

Anyway, say good by to your afternoon. Play it now!.

Source: Gaming Today

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Kingdoms of Amalur: Reckoning – Teeth of Naros Trailer

by Salat on April 16, 2012 · 0 comments

The trailer for Kingdoms of Amalur: Reckoning‘s second downloadable expansion, Teeth of Naros, has been released. Teeth of Naros will be available starting on April 17 on Xbox Live for 800 points and PlayStation® etwork, Origin and Steam for $ 9.99.

In the expansion, players will visit a harsh, forgotten land called the Teeth of Naros, named after an ancient troll god, and encounter the Kollossae, a devout race of giants.

Check out the trailer:

Kingdoms of Amalur: Reckoning was a solid action RPG, and this trailer has me excited for Teeth of Naros. The Kollossae look suitably colossal, and the new areas are epic.

Will you pick up Teeth of Naros?

Source: Gaming Today

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The fears and hopes of Blizzard devs as Diablo 3 enters alpha

by Salat on April 16, 2012 · 0 comments

Oh, you wanted new Diablo 3 gameplay? Sorry to tell you, but we’ve got three Blizzard project leads discussing their hopes and dreams for the game in the latest dev diary instead. Perhaps knowing that these folks are killing themselves to create Diablo 3 will help soothe your searing rage.

The fears and hopes of Blizzard devs as Diablo 3 enters alpha originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 16 Apr 2012 10:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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FIFA Street fights back to top of UK charts

by Salat on April 16, 2012 · 0 comments

FIFA Street returned to the top of the charts when sales were tallied in the UK last week, scoring its fourth first place finish. Chart-Track notes the title has now matched the rank history of the original FIFA Street, which also owned the hard charting streets for four weeks back in 2005.

Overall, though, it was actually a pretty quiet week in the battle for rankings, with the entirety of the top ten playing musical charts. Last week’s chart-topper, Kinect Star Wars, was not the game more people were looking for, and slipped down to fourth.

The only new release last week to break the top 40 was Pandora’s Tower from Nintendo, which debuted in spot 38. Check out the UK top ten after the break.

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FIFA Street fights back to top of UK charts originally appeared on Joystiq on Mon, 16 Apr 2012 09:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Crysis 3 locked for 2013 release

by Salat on April 16, 2012 · 0 comments

More soon.

REDWOOD CITY, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)– The hunted becomes the hunter! Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ:EA) and award-winning developer Crytek GmbH, today announced Crysis® 3, the premier sandbox shooter experience of 2013. Powered by Crytek’s proprietary CryENGINE®, Crysis 3 advances the state of the art with unparalleled visuals and dynamic shooter gameplay. Players take on the role of ‘Prophet’ as he returns to New York, only to discover that the city has been encased in a Nanodome created by the corrupt Cell Corporation. The New York City Liberty Dome is a veritable urban rainforest teeming with overgrown trees, dense swamplands and raging rivers. Within the Liberty Dome, seven distinct and treacherous environments become known as the Seven Wonders. This dangerous new world demands advanced weapons and tactics. Prophet will utilize a lethal composite bow, an enhanced Nanosuit and devastating alien tech to become the deadliest hunter on the planet.

“Crysis 3 is a thrilling mix of sandbox gameplay, advanced combat and hi-tech human and alien weaponry that shooter fans will love,” said Cevat Yerli, Chief Executive Officer of Crytek. “Leveraging the latest CryENGINE technology, we’re able to deliver seven unique themes that offer stunning and visually loaded gameplay experiences. We cannot wait until people get their hands on the game.”

Set in 2047, Prophet is on a revenge mission after uncovering the truth behind Cell Corporation’s motives for building the quarantined Nanodomes. The citizens were told that the giant citywide structures were resurrected to protect the population and to cleanse these metropolises of the remnants of Ceph forces. In reality, the Nanodomes are CELL’s covert attempt at a land and technology grab in their quest for global domination. With Alien Ceph lurking around every corner and human enemies on the attack, nobody is safe in the path of vengeance. Everyone is a target in Prophet’s quest for retribution.

Crytek also announced that players who are ready to start the hunt can pre-order the Crysis® 3 Hunter Edition* today. The Crysis 3 Hunter Edition gives players the tools to become the ultimate hunter in multiplayer with early access to the new signature bow and its attachments, plus the Hunter Nanosuit module which adds additional power and functionality to the super-suit. Gamers who pre-order now will also have a head start when playing online with a bonus XP boost up to level 5, a unique bow skin and three exclusive dog tags to hunt in style**. The Crysis 3 Hunter Edition is available on Origin.com and other participating retailers for $ 59.99.

In addition to receiving the Crysis 3 Hunter Edition, select retailers are offering gamers that pre-order Crysis 3 the following early multiplayer unlocks:

Stalker Pack — Includes the base game, all Hunter Edition content and the following early multiplayer unlocks: for players who like to stalk their prey from the shadows the Stalker Pack provides early multiplayer access to the deadly semi-auto Jackal shotgun. This powerful, close-range shotgun comes with a unique silencer attachment, custom weapon skin and two exclusive themed in-game dog tags.
Overkill Pack — Includes the base game, all Hunter Edition content and the following early multiplayer unlocks: the Overkill Pack features early multiplayer access to the Typhoon assault weapon and skin. Spewing 500 rounds a second, the Typhoon gives players the ability to go guns blazing to take back the Liberty Dome. Also included are two exclusive Overkill themed in-game dog tags.
Predator Pack — Includes the base game, all the Hunter Edition content and the following early multiplayer unlocks: the Predator Pack delivers early multiplayer access to the Feline submachine gun and exclusive camo. With an extremely fast rate of fire and a 60 round magazine the Feline is highly effective and deadly, at short range.
Developed by Crytek and powered by the proprietary cutting edge CryENGINE technology, Crysis 3 will be available spring 2013 for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system, PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system and PC. For more information on Crysis 3, please visit www.crysis.ea.com, and for the latest news visit www.facebook.com/crysis or follow us on Twitter® at www.twitter.com/crysis. Press assets for Crysis 3 are available at www.info.ea.com.

*Offer available while stocks last.

Source: VG247

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