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Friday, April 21, 2017

Full programme for Abertay Digital Graduate Show


A special exhibition paying tribute to graduates who changed the games industry is among a host of cultural, artistic and family attractions confirmed for next month’s Abertay Digital Graduate Show.



Today the full line-up for the five-day smorgasbord of digital delicacies is confirmed (SEE CASE STUDY AND LIST BELOW) with activities ranging from alumni reunions, to workshops creating 3D paper worlds, and even a Minecraft session using bananas.

Wednesday, April 19, 2017

You can Download The Disney Afternoon Collection now - PS4 XO PC

Put those 8-bit shades on, it’s time to dive into The Disney Afternoon Collection! This collection of six classic Capcom games is available digitally today across North America and Europe on PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Windows PC for $19.99 / £15.99 / €19.99. Featuring titles like Chip ‘n Dale Rescue Rangers and DuckTales, these throwbacks from the 80s and 90s star beloved characters from popular Disney TV shows in fun-filled adventures now with crisp HD visuals.


With a massive in-game “Museum” full of historic info and art, new modes like “Boss Rush” and “Time Attack,” and the new “Rewind” feature, this collection is the best way to experience these pieces of gaming history on modern consoles for both long-time fans and new players alike.

Bullet Sorrow VR shooter for HTC Vive and Oculus Rift now on PC

Boasting epic “slo-mo” action, slick visuals and fast-paced shooter gameplay, the full version of Bullet Sorrow VR has also added a number of awesome new features. A brand new single-player Infinite Mode will be available, with a new, darker storyline and a variety of fresh enemy types to add new challenge and excitement for players both old and new.


Bullet Sorrow VR’s new PVP mode has also gained the addition of slo-mo, with a unique take on the popular in-game mechanic that will keep the experience of destroying your friends fresh and exciting. All players will have the ability to use slo-mo within a limited sphere around their character, letting them dodge incoming bullets and reposition for a counter-attack, enriching the game for everyone and adding new tactical depth to the FPS genre.

Tuesday, April 18, 2017

Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy Game download on April 18th and in store May 2nd

Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy: The Telltale Series is a brand new story of the universe's unlikeliest Super Heroes: Star-Lord, Gamora, Drax, Rocket, and Groot. In the wake of an epic battle, the Guardians discover an artifact of unspeakable power. Each of them has a reason to desire this relic, as does a ruthless enemy who is the last of her kind, and who will stop at nothing to tear it from their hands.


Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy: The Telltale Series, which is set to premiere the first of five episodes on April 18th for $4.99 USD or equivalent on PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Windows PC, and Mac, as well as available to download on the App Store and Google Play.

Saturday, April 15, 2017

Arma 3 Jets DLC releases on May 16 All Arma 3 players receive aircraft carrier as free bonus

Announcing the release date of the first upcoming DLC package: Arma 3 Jets. Available worldwide on May 16th 2017, the Jets DLC will enhance the combined arms experience by adding three new air-superiority jets, an Unmanned Combat Aerial Vehicle (UCAV), a new Showcase scenario, and more.


As is protocol with each Arma 3 DLC release, the Jets DLC will be accompanied by a free platform update that improves the game for everyone. The main highlights of this update are the ‘sensor overhaul’ to improve targeting and target detection, an upgraded fixed-wing damage model with more hitpoints and new damage effects, dynamic vehicle loadouts, and various other jets-related improvements.

Wednesday, April 12, 2017

The Dragon Rises Again - Yakuza Kiwami release date set for August 29

12 long years have passed since the legendary Kazuma Kiryu, the Dragon of Dojima, made his debut on PlayStation 2 in Yakuza, but it's time to return to where it all started. Get ready to unleash the dragon, because the HD remake Yakuza Kiwami will be available in the Americas and Europe on Aug. 29! The game will be coming out physically and digitally on the PlayStation 4 for $29.99/£29.99/€34.99. Additionally, pre-orders and limited first run copies of the physical version will come packaged in a stunning SteelBook.


We've also launched the Yakuza Experience website that features an in-depth Yakuza series interactive timeline and character map, as well as the first issue of a 10-part digital comic series, "The Dragon's Path." The comic will recreate iconic moments from the franchise, taking readers from Yakuza 0 up to Yakuza 6, and veterans of the series can expect some surprises in store for them. The interactive timeline and character map will be updated to correspond with each new chapter from the comic.

SkyForge MMORPG now FREE on PS4


Award-winning action MMORPG Skyforge is now available on the PlayStation 4. Concluding its Early Access period, which has been live on the North American and European servers for the last two weeks, the highly-anticipated title is now open to all PS4 owners to download and start playing for free!


Skyforge offers a unique visual mix of sci-fi and fantasy with strong RPG elements and addictively intense action sure to keep MMO players of every type engaged for hundreds of hours.

Flight Simulator - NEW Supersonic DLC Break the sound barrier - iOS And


After conquering the skies in air race planes, military jets, as well as water and transport vessels ambitious pilots can now take control of an ultrafast supersonic aircraft and break the sound barrier in Take Off – The Flight Simulator.


The handling of such a swift airplane traveling at times at supersonic speed requires naturally a certain experience in the virtual cockpit. This vessel will challenge the skills of its pilot continuously - not only during take-off and landing but also in heavy weather conditions and on other occasions. Master the controls of this very special aircraft and take your passengers to their destinations in no time at all! The Supersonic DLC for Take Off – The Flight Simulator is available now for iPhone and iPad as well as smartphones and tablets using the Android operating system.

Ghost Recon Wildlands Patch 3.0 what to expect The Rise and Fall of Unidad - PC PS4 XO

The Ghost Recon Wildlands Patch 3.0 will add live season challenges along with some new rewards.



Seasons will be themed and the first season will go live after the Ghost Recon Wildlands Patch 3.0 has rolled out. The season is titled “The Rise and Fall of Unidad” and will primarily focus on taking on the Unidad missions. Season challenges will refresh every Wednesday and players will able to grab up to three rewards per week.

Tuesday, April 11, 2017

Bayonetta 4k Digital Deluxe Edition announcement (60fps, up to 3840 × 2160) - PC



The Digital Deluxe Edition includes 5 soundtrack songs, an original digital art book by Climax Edition (enhanced with more conceptual art), exclusive wallpapers and avatars.

Cooking Mama Sweet Shop - Final Course of the Cooking Mama Series - 3DS

Cooking Mama: Sweet Shop is confirmed for retail box release on May 16 in North America, with a digital release set for May 18 on the Nintendo 3DS family of systems. In partnership with Japanese development studio Office Create, gamers will create a myriad of sweet treats and dazzling desserts in the fun and adorable style of the beloved Cooking Mama series.


With over 60 different recipes to create, spread throughout 160 different mini-games, players use the stylus to slice, stir, bake and decorate their creations – you can even use the microphone to blow and cool your delicacies!

Monday, April 10, 2017

WTCC champions wanted - enter eSports contest


The search is on to find the FIA World Touring Car Championship’s first batch of online champions following confirmation of the WTCC’s inaugural esports competition, eSports WTCC.


Organised in partnership with RaceRoom, eSports WTCC features a qualifying phase consisting of 10 online rounds and four optional events at WTCC race weekends ahead of a grand finale at a venue to be announced in December, when more than 200 racers will do battle for online gaming supremacy.

PlayerUnknown Battlegrounds breaks 1 million stay at No 1 on Steam PC

Holding strong as Steam’s number one seller for more than two weeks, Bluehole and Brendan Greene (aka PlayerUnknown) announced today that PlayerUnknown Battlegrounds has sold more than one million units on Steam Early Access in 16 days.


PlayerUnknown Battlegrounds has remained in the top three concurrent user count on Steam, peaking at more than 89,000 simultaneous active players at a given time.

Play Battlerite free this week plus 33% OFF Battlerite - PC


Battlerite, you can play it completely free this week. From 10am PT on Tuesday April 11th to 1pm PT Sunday April 16th, the full roster of 20 heroes and 8 maps will be available to everyone.


There is a 33% discount during the event and players who buy into the Early Access receive all current and future champions for free, forever! All progress from the free trial week will be transferrable to the full version if you decide to pick it up later on.

Battle Princess Madelyn enters its final days on Kickstarter with 308% funded here's why...

Battle Princess Madelyn's Kickstarter has been absolutely overwhelming, and the demand for our physical PS4 tier (with Kickstarter exclusive cover), that we're able to offer thanks to our friends at Limited Run Games, has been unprecedented.


We've also already established a fabulous community for our game and we can't wait to share more about the game with everyone as the development pace picks up,” said Christopher Obritsch, Creative Director at Causal Bit Games. "We're hoping to achieve some final stretch goals, and now pleased to reveal that we’ve added a final tier. This is for an arcade bespoke cabinet, built and designed for the true collector by the incredible Arcade Europe.”

Join Ltzonda, Stodeh and AOAAGold to support Macmillan Cancer's 24-hour gaming marathon on 20th May

More than 15 Twitch streamers, including Ltzonda, Stodeh and AOAAGold, will come together to raise vital money for people affected by cancer.


Taking place at Twitch HQ in London, the event is designed around the theme ‘taking it for the team’. Starting at 12pm on 20th May and finishing at 12pm the following day, the streamers will be divided into teams and will compete against each other in games, challenges and forfeits. Points will be awarded for wins, bravery and donations. Anyone can tune in to Macmillan’s Twitch channel (www.twitch.tv/macmillancancer) to watch the event.

WoT Frontline new battle arena 30 v 30 tank battles - PC


Wargaming today revealed its partnership with Austrian developer Bongfish, who brought over a decade of experience working with well-known publishers to bear on a new game mode for World of Tanks, dubbed Frontline. From today, players can put the new mode through its paces in the World of Tanks test server, Sandbox.

Valhalla Hills – Definitive Edition release date - Build your Viking settlement and claim your place in Valhalla - PS4 XO

Valhalla Hills – Definitive Edition is coming to PlayStation 4 and Xbox One on 28th April 2017. Brought to you by the brains behind classic strategy titles such as The Settlers II and Cultures, Valhalla Hills – Definitive Edition tasks gamers with guiding a group of Viking warriors to their rightful resting place in Valhalla by helping them survive, build and fight their way to glory. This new console version release also includes the official DLC – ‘Sand of the Damned’ and ‘Fire Mountains’ – as well as a new exclusive map type – ‘The Dwarf Cave’.


In Valhalla Hills – Definitive Edition, you are Leko – youngest son of Odin, exiled to Midgard by your father for failing to meet his expectations. More interested in building villages than pillaging them, you now find yourself far from home with a disgruntled band of recently-deceased muscleheads. Odin has turned his back on his people, and it’s your fault. There’s only one thing for it – you’ll have to guide your newfound companions to heavenly glory the only way you know how.

World of Tanks Team Up with Bongfish to Create New Game Mode

An all-new battle arena hits the game’s test server bringing bigger maps, larger teams, and intense action.


Players can put the new mode through its paces in the World of Tanks test server, Sandbox.
What can players expect from Frontline? Epic 30v30 tank clashes across vast 9 km2 battlefields, with one team pushing the assault while the other defends their territory. Over several rounds, the action spreads deeper behind defensive lines until a winner is declared.