Toby: The Secret Mine - Puzzle Platformer - Wii U XOne

Enjoy challenging platforming in beautiful environments with 'Toby: The Secret Mine'. Get ready for a challenging and otherworldly puzzle platformer inspired by games like Limbo and Badland.

A peaceful way of life in a small mountain village is shattered. Someone has kidnapped most of its residents. A few brave souls tried to rescue their friends but none have returned.

PC Gamer Weekender 2017 - Hand on Dawn of War III, Motorsport Manager, Halo Wars 2 - Blitz Firefight, Tekken 7, Little Nightmares, Sniper Ghost Warrior 3, Mirage: Arcane Warfare

Olympia London - Saturday 18th & Sunday 19th February 2017

A huge gaming area that offers plenty of chances to get hands-on with the latest games. Following the success of this year's event, both the SEGA and Bandai Namco Entertainment Zones return for 2017's Weekender—which means you'll have the chance to get your hands on the likes of Sega's Dawn of War III, Motorsport Manager, Tekken 7, Little Nightmares and many more.

Microsoft makes its debut, bringing with it Halo Wars 2 – in particular its Blitz Firefight mode – while CI Games and Torn Banner will be there with Sniper Ghost Warrior 3 and Mirage: Arcane Warfare respectively.

This week’s newest downloadable offerings on Nintendo platforms demos themes games and more

Discover a handicraft world as you guide Yarn Yoshi and Yarn Poochy in Poochy and Yoshi’s Woolly World Demo, coming to Nintendo eShop for Nintendo 3DS this week.

New Releases
Dragon Quest VIII: Journey of the Cursed King (Nintendo)
Nintendo 3DS (Card/Download)
Nintendo eShop from 20/01/2017
€39.99 / £34.99 / CHF 51.90

Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon Wildlands War within the Cartel

Dr Kenny McAlpine joins Professor Stephen Hawking and Charles Dicken as Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts in recognition of his video game music work

An Abertay University academic has been elected a Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts joining the likes of Professor Stephen Hawking and Charles Dickens.

Dr Kenny McAlpine becomes a member of the prestigious 262-year-old institution in recognition of his work, research and outreach projects in computer games music.

New Rain World GIFs - A Day in the Life of a Slugcat - PS4 PC

In Rain World, a living ecosystem is at work: Hungry creatures search autonomously and independently for something to sink their teeth in―but should you encounter them, your behavior will be remembered. Will you chance an attack knowing that if unsuccessful, your prey might hunt you down at the next opportunity? Will you save a cornered creature from its predator in an attempt to gain its trust?

As a vulnerable slugcat separated from your family, you are left to scour industrial wastelands for food and shelter from the bone-crushing rains. But plenty of other, stronger creatures are also on the move―and slugcats look delicious.

The Elder Scrolls: Legends - Chaos Arena Special Event Returns

Chaos Arena will begin Friday, 20th January and end Monday, 23rd January.

Chaos Arena will return to Bethesda Softworks’ strategy card game The Elder Scrolls: Legends this week, following the success of December’s special event. Beginning this Friday, 20th January, the Elder Scrolls’ legendary Daedric Prince of Madness, Sheogorath, will once again seize control of an alternate PvP Arena mode, plunging matches into chaos with randomly introduced scenarios and lane rules.

Rise to the Challenge? with the launch trailer for gunner boy game Rise & Shine​ - PC XOne

Dust off your talking gun, because Rise & Shine, from Adult Swim Games and Super Awesome Hyper Dimensional Mega Team now available for Xbox One and Steam!

Action RPG Vikings – Wolves of Midgard - trailer screenshots info and prices - PC PS4 XO

Action RPG Vikings – Wolves of Midgard takes you to the Shores of Midgard, a world based upon the mythology and history of the Vikings, but with a fantasy twist. Battle the fearsome Jotan, hordes of terrifying undead monstrosities and the beasts of Ragnarok, as you strive to survive the growing cold that threatens to end all life, forever.

Ragnarok. Legend has it that when the coldest winter descends, the Jotan will return to take their vengeance against the Gods of Asgard. The world is on the road to perdition and the fate of Midgard hangs in the balance. But when the Fire and Frost Giants begin to merge their armies, they encounter the clan of the Ulfung – the Wolves of Midgard. Bloody, but unbowed following the destruction of their village, this notorious band of ostracized Viking warriors are determined to seize their destiny and save the world. As clan chief, you must save Midgard from complete annihilation, and spearhead the charge to vanquish the fiendish creatures of the Fimbulwinter.

Playing 1-2-Switch milking game could prove embarrassing for your female friends

1-2-Switch: This is the first Nintendo video game in which players compete in fun activities while staring into each other’s eyes instead of at the TV screen.

However the action needed to play the 'milking game' could provide a few red faces for both female and male friends.

Nintendo Switch UK pricing and games information - Jan 2017

Nintendo announced that the new Nintendo Switch console will launch worldwide on Friday 3rd March.

The package will include the main console, Joy-Con (L) and Joy-Con (R) controllers, a Joy-Con grip (to which two Joy-Con are attached and used as one controller), a set of Joy-Con wrist straps, a Nintendo Switch dock (which holds the main console and connects it to a TV), a HDMI cable and an AC adapter. Two stylish versions of the console will be released: a version with a set of grey Joy-Con, and a version with one neon blue and one neon red Joy-Con. The package will be priced at £279.99 on the Nintendo Official UK Store.

First look at StEEP box art - Plus watch the trailers - PC PS4 XO

ANNO 2205 two new screenshots released - PC

Anno 2205 – the beloved city builder takes off into space!

In Anno 2205, you join human kind‘s next step into the future with the promise to build a better tomorrow. You conquer Earth, establishing rich, bustling cities and grand industrial complexes, but to secure the prosperity of your people, you must travel into space.

New Day of Infamy Maps live on Twitch tomorrow Sunday 15th January - PC Mac

A special live gameplay broadcast featuring the finalists for its Day of Infamy map contest, sponsored by Gamebanana, Mapcore, and Corsair. The livestream can be viewed at Twitch.tv/NewWorld this Sunday, Jan. 15 at 12 p.m. EST.

Recently, New World announced the top ten entries outlined in a blog post. The top five contest entries will be announced and playtested on the livestream. “We at New World strive to recognize and promote our talented community members, who want to make our games even better,” said New World Creative Director Andrew Spearin. “We are excited to bring the finalists to the community to hear what everyone thinks of the maps in action.”

Nintendo Switch confirmed games list

LEGO CITY Undercover

The fan-favorite LEGO City vehicles and play sets come to life in LEGO® City: Undercover on Nintendo Switch.
The Chase is On!
Players assume the identity of Chase McCain, an undercover detective armed with clever disguises. The mission is to put a stop to the fiendish Rex Fury and end his crime wave in LEGO City.
1-2-SwitchThis is the first Nintendo video game in which players compete in fun activities while staring into each other’s eyes instead of at the TV screen. From Wild West gunslinging to copying each other’s dance moves, the games in 1-2-Switch make creative use of a broad variety of Nintendo Switch features to liven up parties with anyone, anywhere, at any time.
1-2-Switch will be available for £39.99 on the Nintendo Official UK Store alongside the Nintendo Switch console on its launch day on 3rd March.

Super Bomberman R

Since its release in 1983, Bomberman has been a familiar party-battle game for many years. Now, Bomberman is coming back as “SUPER BOMBERMAN R” to Nintento Switch.

In SUPER BOMBERMAN R, the simple rule remains the same: control the main character (Bomberman), place bombs, and battle with enemies and rivals, but it’s coming back in a modern style with 3D stages and photo-real graphics. You can enjoy battles with rivals from all over the world.

Splatoon 2

Traditional 4-on-4 turf battles return in this full sequel to the original breakout hit game, along with new stages, new fashions and new weapons such as the two-handed Splat Dualies. Players can compete on the TV or on the go. Whether they use the Nintendo Switch Pro Controller (sold separately) or Joy-Con, players can aim their ink using gyro controls. Splatoon 2 supports both local and online multiplayer matches. The game will also support voice chat using the new Nintendo Switch smart device app (a free, limited version of the app will be available this summer), and will add new stages, fashions and weapons after launch, as the original game did. Splatoon 2 is scheduled to launch this summer.

Mario Kart 8 Deluxe

All your favourite tracks and characters return from the Wii U version, plus all DLC tracks and characters, and new characters join the roster, too: Inkling Boy and Inkling Girl from Splatoon, King Boo, Dry Bones, and Bowser Jr.! Plus, battle Mode has been revamped and includes Balloon Battle and Bob-omb Blast, with all-new courses such as Urchin Underpass and Battle Stadium, and returning ones like (GCN) Luigi’s Mansion and (SNES) Battle Course 1. Players can now carry two items at a time, including new items returning from previous Mario Kart games such as Boo, the item-stealing ghost, and the Feather, which gives you a high jump in battle mode. Players can even choose to use a new Smart Steering feature which makes driving and staying on the track easy for novice players and kids, even at 200cc. Play in TV mode in up to 1080p.

The Legend of Zelda - Breath of the Wild
The Legend of Zelda - Breath of the Wild Special edition

The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild: Prepare for the biggest The Legend of Zelda adventure yet, with an open-air style that breaks new boundaries while honouring the origins of the acclaimed series. Explore a world of unprecedented size and discover more than 100 puzzle-filled shrines, plus a wide variety of weapons, outfits, and gear.

Players won’t want to stop playing, and they won’t have to, since Nintendo Switch allows them to continue the adventure anywhere, anytime.

The game is compatible with the series of The Legend of Zelda 30th Anniversary-themed amiibo, the Wolf Link amiibo, and the new The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild amiibo. In addition to the previously announced Link (Rider), Link (Archer), and Guardian amiibo, The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild range of amiibo will also include new Zelda and Bokoblin amiibo. The amiibo in this series are larger and more detailed, particularly the Guardian amiibo with its extra articulation.

Super Mario Odyssey

This is the first sandbox game that allows Mario to fully explore his world since Super Mario 64 on Nintendo 64 and Super Mario Sunshine on Nintendo GameCube. Mario jumps out of the Mushroom Kingdom and embarks on a journey through mysterious new places and new experiences, such as sailing between worlds aboard an airship and the ability to throw Mario’s cap. Super Mario Odyssey is scheduled to launch during the 2017 holiday season.

The Elder scrolls - Skyrim

For the first time ever, The Elder Scrolls: Skyrim comes to Nintendo Switch!

FIFA

For the first time ever, FIFA comes to Nintendo Switch!

Skylanders Imaginators

Kaos has discovered the ancient power of Mind Magic and is using it to create an unstoppable army of Doomlanders! Eon is calling upon all Portal Masters and Skylands’ greatest mystic warriors, the Senseis, to stop Kaos and his minions. Now, you must use the power of your imagination to create your own Skylanders to battle in the ultimate adventure alongside the almighty Senseis to save Skylands.

Now play Skylanders Imaginators anytime and anywhere on the Nintendo Switch™ gaming system.

- Embark on an Epic New Adventure

- Use the Imaginite Creation Crystals to Create Your Own Skylanders

- Sensei Skylanders are the Ultimate Masters of the Almighty Sky-Chi Powers

- Battle to Save Skylands with the Sensei and Imaginator Skylanders

- Use 10 Different Battle Class Types to Defeat Kaos and his Minions

- Conquer All-New Side quests & Mini-games

ARMS

Featuring a unique multiplayer fighting sport that lets you trade blows using extendable arms, this game includes elements of both boxing and shooting games, plus an all-new cast of characters. After customising a character with a variety of arms, the player holds one Joy-Con in each hand and throws left and right punches at the opponent. Characters can jump and dash, and players can bend their punches by twisting their hands as they swing. As players learn the game and improve their skills, they will discover a deeper level of advanced tactics. Players can compete against the computer, against a friend on a split screen using a second set of Joy-Con (sold separately), against worldwide rivals online, or with two Nintendo Switch consoles over a local wireless connection. ARMS will be available this spring.

SNIPPERCLIPS

Cut it out, together!: In this creative new kind of action-puzzle game, players communicate, cooperate, and use their imagination to solve basic and advanced puzzles by cutting paper characters into new shapes. Play by yourself or with a friend in the main game, then bring in a bigger group to solve up to four-player dynamic puzzles or compete in other activities. Snipperclips – Cut it out, together! will release in March in Nintendo eShop.

1-2-Switch

This is the first Nintendo video game in which players compete in fun activities while staring into each other’s eyes instead of at the TV screen. From Wild West gunslinging to copying each other’s dance moves, the games in 1-2-Switch make creative use of a broad variety of Nintendo Switch features to liven up parties with anyone, anywhere, at any time. 1-2-Switch will be available for £39.99 on the Nintendo Official UK Store alongside the Nintendo Switch console on its launch day on 3rd March.

New Trailer - Planet of Heroes Reveals First Healing Character - PC iOS Android

Neelu, the Eyok Healer:
This fluffy menace harnesses the power of nature and is capable of dealing damage with energy balls. His true mission is to provide help for his party and carry his team to victory.

To heal his friends, Neelu can surround himself with a special buff that has 10 charges, auto-aiming for the most damaged friendly hero in range. Until this charge depeltes, this buff will keep helping surrounding heroes including caster himself. Putting his life on the line, Neelu can save gravely wounded allies, protecting them with energy shields and restoring their health.

Ultra Street Fighter II: The Final Challengers coming on Nintendo Switch Trailer and images

Street Fighter II, the game that defined the fighting game genre in the 1990’s returns featuring all of the classic characters, a host of brand new features as well as two new fighters; Evil Ryu and Violent Ken.

Featuring a stellar line-up of characters, players will be able to choose to fight in the classic pixel-art graphics for a retro nostalgia trip or enjoy a completely new modern look brought to you on the Nintendo Switch.

Player Server Controls and Mod Support for Conan Exiles - PC

In less than three weeks, Funcom’s ambitious open-world survival sandbox game Conan Exiles launches into Early Access on PC.

Starting January 31st, gamers will get to play either by themselves or with others as they strive to survive, build, and dominate the world of the greatest fantasy hero of all time. Today Funcom announced what many players have been dying to know about: the server system, the tools they get to control the server and the world around them, and the mod support system in Conan Exiles on PC.

Farming Simulator 18 announced for the Nintendo Switch + PS Vita 3DS

Farming Simulator for the Nintendo Switch has been revealed during the Nintendo Event - in addition, Farming Simulator 18 is coming to the PlayStation Vita system and Nintendo 3DS.

After having already enticed millions of players on PC and Consoles, Farming Simulator comes back in 2017 with exciting new announcements.

NBA 2K18 to Deliver Exciting New Basketball Experience on Nintendo Switch

2K today announced that the highest rated annual sports title of this console generation will be coming to the Nintendo Switch with its latest entry to the series, NBA 2K18.

Launching this fall, NBA 2K18 will continue the franchise’s tradition as the “gold standard of basketball simulation” across all platforms with unrivaled realism and true NBA gameplay.