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The Most Iconic Characters of This Generation
Throughout history there have been a select characters that have represented a set console generation. Many of these iconic characters reside as console poster boys, however they’re much more then that. These characters are the reasons why gamers, and casual gamers, purchase a set console. In my studies throughout this generation, I’ve personally composed a list of [...]
Gamescom 2011: Finding Dante’s Personality In DMC
The anticipation towards DMC has been building, especially since no one knows exactly what to expect. But, at gamescom, developer Ninja Theory — in conjunction with Capcom Japan — detailed the new combat system and hinted into the upcoming “rebirth.” When discussing the upcoming title, developer Tameem Antonisades said that the developer wanted to “preserve [...]
Gamescom 2011: The Return To Pandora In Borderlands 2
The original Borderlands was crafted by a simple idea — mix first person-shooter and role-playing elements. However, the original severed as more of a beta test — a successful beta test in fact — to home in a more creative idea. Indeed, the sequel looks to write the wrongs of the original, something Gearbox vice [...]
Gamescom 2011: Ninja Gaiden III On The Move
Tecmo Koei have revealed that Ninja Gaiden III — the newest installment in it’s long running action franchise — will feature PlayStation Move support, allowing for real-life motion control. In a statement, Team Ninja head Yosuke Hayashi said that the addition of Move functionality will “bring players closer to the game’s protagonist, Ryu Haybusa,” which [...]
Gamescom 2011: Burning Skies Set To Engulf Vita
In an interesting turn of events, Sony Computer Entertainment Europe have announced a new handheld iteration of it’s popular Resistance franchise, entitled Resistance: Burning Skies. Developer Nihilistic Software is at the helm, under the supervision of Insomniac Games. Burning Skies is set before the events of the second title as the Chimera have started to [...]
Gamescom 2011: FIFA Street Returns
During the Electronic Arts press conference, EA Sports executive vice president Andrew Wilson took the stage to announce they’re working on FIFA Street, the “most authentic” street soccer experience. According to Wilson, a research team traveled across the world to see how people actually played soccer in the streets, even visiting places like Rio, Amsterdam [...]
Borderlands 2 Returns To Pandora
Confirming recent speculation, Gearbox Software confirmed the development of Borderlands 2, the sequel to the “extravasplosive” breakout sensation. Returning players to the planet of Pandora, Borderlands 2 is the “epic” sequel for the “ultimate” shooter loot fest. According to Game Informer, the developer plans to introduce more diverse environments, with smarter and more powerful enemies [...]
SoulCalibur V “Critical Edge” Combat System Detailed
Now, that San Diego Comic-Con and EVO 2011 are over. SoulCalibur V director Daishi Odashima has unleashed a barrage of details surrounding the “Critical Edge” combat system, which will be featured in the upcoming fighting game. “Critical Edge is a new attack system that delivers high damage to the opponent. [It] can be used in combos. Requires 1 [...]
Red Faction Franchise Gets Suppressed
Red Faction: Armageddon has decreased the publishers confidence in the franchise. During an investors call this evening, THQ CEO Brian Farrell described the Red Faction franchise’s reach as “niche,” and that consequently its no longer worth pursuing. “Given that that title, now in two successive versions, has just found a niche, we do not intend [...]
Battlefield 3 To Be Scaled Down For Consoles
In a recent interview with GameZone, DICE studio head Patrick Bach discussed transferring Battlefield 3 onto console. Bach said that the biggest difference between the PC and console versions are shown in the multiplayer, down from 64 on the PC to just 24 on consoles. “The biggest difference between the PC and console version of Battlefield [...]
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