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Bioware Montreal: Next Mass Effect game will borrow from Dragon Age III
BioWare Montreal is working on the next game in the Mass Effect series, according to studio director Yannick Roy on Twitter, it'll be "borrowing" many game systems from Dragon Age: Inquisition.
Dark Souls II's new engine allows 'subtle gimmicks' to be included
Posted: 18.06.2013 by Technet2k
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Co-director Yui Tanimura is excited with their new game engine for Dark Souls II because, not only does it get a graphical boost, but it also means they can add a lot of subtle treats for ambience.
As an example he says they can now have flickering shadows for off-screen enemies - that kind of thing. It's possible thanks to their new engine tech. The team has "a lot of ideas" to exploit.
As an example he says they can now have flickering shadows for off-screen enemies - that kind of thing. It's possible thanks to their new engine tech. The team has "a lot of ideas" to exploit.
Rumour: Fallout 4 was Bethesda's 'press only' tease at E3
Posted: 17.06.2013 by Technet2k
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Bethesda had a press only presentation behind closed doors at E3 last week, and apparently it was Fallout 4. It's alleged to be coming to Xbox 360, PS3, Xbox One, PS4 and PC in October 2015 - it's 55% done?
It's been in development since January 2011 by a small dev team, according to leaks. Skyrim's development ending beefed up the Fallout 4 effort. A 37 second trailer was shown to attendees.
It's been in development since January 2011 by a small dev team, according to leaks. Skyrim's development ending beefed up the Fallout 4 effort. A 37 second trailer was shown to attendees.
CD Projekt RED acknowledge "a lot of heat right now" on Xbox One DRM
Posted: 17.06.2013 by Technet2k
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The Witcher 3 is heading to Xbox One - but what about that all that nasty check-in DRM? CD Projekt RED has been staunchly opposed to DRM keeping it out of the titles, so why are they supporting Xbox One?
First of all, they "don't know what the final policies are." People are going to buy the console, accepting its DRM, so why shouldn't they offer the RPG to those who don't mind it?
First of all, they "don't know what the final policies are." People are going to buy the console, accepting its DRM, so why shouldn't they offer the RPG to those who don't mind it?
Lords of the Fallen will allow PC class-switching
Posted: 16.06.2013 by JonahFalcon
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CI Games Studio executive producer Tomasz Gop has stated that the studio's upcoming next-gen version action-RPG Lords of the Fallen, will allow the main character Harkyn to switch classes as he levels up. Gop had previously worked on The Witcher franchise.
Borderlands 2 developers give five minute Q&A on future content
Posted: 15.06.2013 by JonahFalcon
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2K Games has released a new Q&A video hosted by Borderlands 2 writer Anthony Burch, creative director Paul Hellquist, and Gearbox VP Steve Gibson. The five and a half minute video answers questions from fans about characters, gameplay and future releases.
CD Projekt "not killing the world and walking away" after The Witcher 3
Posted: 13.06.2013 by Technet2k
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Just because The Witcher 3 marks the end of the planned trilogy at CD Projekt RED doesn't mean they'll be burying the fantasy IP universe, but they "definitely want" The Witcher 3 as a "finale in a big way."
Future titles in The Witcher universe "might even include Geralt" in some way. The upcoming RPG intends to wrap up Geralt's particular amnesia-riddled story, but the world keeps turning.
Future titles in The Witcher universe "might even include Geralt" in some way. The upcoming RPG intends to wrap up Geralt's particular amnesia-riddled story, but the world keeps turning.
Deus Ex: Human Revolution Director's Cut to arrive on Xbox 360, PS3 and PC
Posted: 12.06.2013 by Technet2k
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Square Enix's Wii U exclusive launch of the Director's Cut for Deus Ex: Human Revolution isn't so 'exclusive' after all. It will be coming to Xbox 360, PS3, PC and Mac following "an overwhelming response" from fans.
The decision to bring an updated version of Deus Ex: Human Revolution only to Wii U, which includes reworked boss fights, was something of a troubling move for owners of the original.
The decision to bring an updated version of Deus Ex: Human Revolution only to Wii U, which includes reworked boss fights, was something of a troubling move for owners of the original.
Rumor: Final Fantasy XV and Kingdom Hearts may come to PC as well
Posted: 12.06.2013 by JonahFalcon
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Some believe that Tetsuya Nomura, Square Enix's games director, hinted during the publisher's E3 livestream that Final Fantasy XV and Kingdom Hearts III may come to PC, in addition to the PlayStation 4 and the recently announced Xbox One versions.
E3 2013: Diablo III expansion pushed back to 2014
Posted: 12.06.2013 by JonahFalcon
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Blizzard Entertainment has reportedly delayed its expansion pack for Diablo III, but takes umbrage at the report of a delay. "We haven't officially announced an expansion to D3, so there's no release date," declared a Blizzard rep in a statement.
E3 2013: The Witcher 3 will utilize The Witcher 2 save game files
Posted: 12.06.2013 by JonahFalcon
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CD Projekt RED has announced that the PC version of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt will be using the save game file from The Witcher 2 to affect the game state. According to executive producer John Mamais, the saved game file "will definitely impact your playthrough in The Witcher 3."
Dragon Age III teased by BioWare staffer for EA press briefing
Posted: 10.06.2013 by JonahFalcon
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Dragon Age franchise producer Mark Darrah has teased that Dragon Age III will be a part of the Electronic Arts press briefing later today.
E3 2013: Lightning Returns: Final Fantasy XIII coming to PC?
Posted: 09.06.2013 by JonahFalcon
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Unless there is a printing error on a banner at E3 2013 for Lightning Returns: Final Fantasy XIII, the third game in that mini-series may be coming to PC.
The final Penny Arcade Adventures, Episode 4, now available
Posted: 07.06.2013 by JonahFalcon
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Gamers can finally conclude the epic storyline of Penny Arcade Adventures: On the Rain-slick Precipice of Darkness, as Episode 4 is now available on Steam.
New details about The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt revealed in Edge magazine
Posted: 07.06.2013 by JonahFalcon
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The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt is the cover story of Edge Magazine's July issue, which calls CD Projekt RED's roleplaying game a "giant killer", the "giant" being The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim.
Mass Effect 3 Datapad iOS app is retired
Posted: 06.06.2013 by JonahFalcon
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Electronic Arts has announced that the Mass Effect 3 "Datapad" iOS app has been retired and will no longer receive updates.
Diablo III confirmed for Xbox 360, console versions launching 3rd September
Posted: 06.06.2013 by JonahFalcon
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Blizzard has confirmed what was suspected when the game was announced for PlayStation 3 - Diablo III has officially been announced for the Xbox 360. Both versions will be released on the 3rd September, and preorders are being taken now.
E3 2013: Lightning Returns: Final Fantasy XIII out February 14th 2014 in Europe
Posted: 06.06.2013 by Technet2k
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Square Enix has just released an E3 2013 trailer for Lightning Returns: Final Fantasy XIII which will be releasing on Xbox 360 and PS3 in mid-February next year for European fans.
North America gets it slightly earlier as usual on February 11th. The trailer shows off some gameplay but mostly spews plotlines and 'end of the world' dramatics. 500 years sleep and no bed hair?
North America gets it slightly earlier as usual on February 11th. The trailer shows off some gameplay but mostly spews plotlines and 'end of the world' dramatics. 500 years sleep and no bed hair?
Bethesda now accused of sabotaging Prey 2 in attempt to buy out Human Head
Posted: 06.06.2013 by JonahFalcon
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The soap opera that is Prey 2 continues to rage as new allegations have popped up claiming Bethesda sabotaged the game in an attempt to buy out the game's developer Human Head.
4A Games releases amazing 'Mobius' trailer for Metro: Last Light
Posted: 06.06.2013 by JonahFalcon
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4A Games has unveiled one of the most amazing trailers you will see titled "The Mobius", for Metro: Last Light.
Posted: 19.06.2013 by JonahFalcon
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