Avalanche Studios released a new app for iOS and Android devices that gives player a 360 degree view of Medici, the setting for Just Cause 3. Just Cause 3: WingSuit Experience lets players select one of several starting spots across the island and take a guided tour, complete with background information on important spots along the way. The app even supports virtual reality with the help of Google Cardboard. All video from Just Case 3: WingSuit Tour is made with in-engine footage from Just Cause 3.
Avalanche Studios and Square Enix has released a YouTube trailer with a small teaser supporting 360 degree viewing to give viewers a taste of the app. Just Cause 3: WingSuit Experience is available now on Google Play and on iTunes App Store. Just Cause 3 launches on PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC on December 1, 2015.
Yen Press has just announced via Twitter that they will begin publishing the Re:Dollars arc of the Durarara!!manga in English in North America in May 2016.
Yen Press began releasing Ryougo Narita’s original light novel series in North America earlier this year on July 21. The second volume is due out on November 17 and the third is due out on March 22, 2016. Yen Press also released the four volumes of Akiyo Satorigi’s manga adaptations of the first arc, the three volumes of the Saika arc and the three volumes of the Yellow Scarves arc in North America from January 2012 to the July of this year.
This week’s Xbox Newsbeat brings news of the upcoming Xbox Elite Wireless Controller, Halo 5: Guardians, Rise of the Tomb Raider, and more.
Listen to the Entire Halo 5: Guardians Soundtrack Right Now
343 Industries is streaming the new Halo 5: Guardians soundtrack for free for an entire week on Soundcloud. Composed by Kazuma Jinnouchi, the soundtrack will be available for purchase starting October 30th. Gamers can check out Season 2 Episode 4 “Showtime” and Season 3 Episode 1 “Composer” of The Sprint to get a behind the scenes look at Kazuma Jinnouchi at work. The Sprint follows 343 Industries in the final days of Halo 5: Guardians’ development.
Rise of the Tomb Raider dev diary series “Woman vs. Wild” Kicks Off
Crystal Dynamics will be releasing a new three part web series called Woman vs. Wild. The series provides an in depth look at Rise of the Tomb Raider and Lara Croft. The first episode is entitled “Harsh Environments” and covers the survival mechanics available to Lara. The remaining two episodes will launch weekly ahead of the November 10, 2015 launch.
The Xbox Elite Wireless Controller is Just Around the Corner
Announced at last years E3, the final details for the upcoming Xbox Elite Wireless Controller is finally coming out. The controller is available now for pre-order ahead of a October 27th release date. Most units have already been pre-ordered and Microsoft is attempting to manufacture more as quickly as possible. The controller is approved for both ESL and MLG events. The remappable controller will ship with several pre-configured settings for major Microsoft titles like Halo 5: Guardians and Forza Motorsport 6.
Halo 5: Guardians Lands This Week on Minecraft for Xbox
Halo 5: Guardians is invading Minecraft this week as part of the lead up to the Halo 5: Guardians launch. Players will be able to play as Master Chief, the Blue Team, Fireteam Osiris, and more on Minecraft: Xbox One Edition and Minecraft: Xbox 360 Edition starting October 23rd. The update will be absolutely free and is crafted by 4J Studios.
Prepare for Scares with the Halloween Mashup Pack for Minecraft: Console Editions
4J Studios has been hard at work, creating a giant Halloween themed mash-up pack for Minecraft on the consoles. The pack will come with classic monsters like the Grim Reaper, the Wicked Witch, and Swamp Monster. The pack will be available for free.
Windows 10 and ID@Xbox Hits Joining Xbox at PAX Australia 2015
Microsoft will be bringing Windows 10 to PAX 2015 this year. PSY Technology, Mwave Australia, PLE Computers, and Scorptec Computers will be competing in a content for the “Windows 10 Australian Gamer’s Choice PC” award. PAX 2015 attendees will be able to vote for a winner for a chance to win one of the custom PCs.
Additionally, the Windows 10 booth will be showing off some of the games that are participating in the ID@Xbox program, such as Below, Superhot, and The Long Dark.
I remember when I was little I saw a random cover for a movie with kids in it. I remember renting it, and watching the little toy-like specimens snotting all over the place and for some reason sewing clothes (I might be wrong on that, but this is what I recall)? I also remember I loved every second of it. Maybe age has changed my opinion of The Garbage Pail Kids, but this is still a great gem to own on Blu-ray. Scream Factory (or SHOUT!, if you will) are releasing a collector’s edition of the classic, with a good lot of special features that are as follows:
Special Features:
NEW The Effects of the Garbage Pail Kids Movie – interviews with special makeup effects creator John Carl Buechler and makeup effects artist Gino Crognale
NEW On the Set – an interview with first assistant director Thomas A. Irvine
NEW The Artful Dodger – an interview with actor Mackenzie Astin
NEW The Kids Aren’t All Right – interviews with Garbage Pail Kids actors Arturo Gil (Windy Winston) and Kevin Thompson (Ali Gator)
Theatrical Trailer
It looks fantastic and the timing is great with the nostalgia wave in full force. You can pre-order from this little link (or Amazon – if you prefer) and enjoy a great but not-so-great to watch with popcorn flick on December 8th.
XSEED GAMES ANNOUNCES RELEASE DATE FOR THE LEGEND OF HEROES: TRAILS IN THE SKY SC
Long-awaited Second Chapter of Critically-acclaimed RPG Series to Make English Debut on PlayStation™Store in North America and on PC Worldwide Next Week on October 29th
Torrance, Calif. – (October 23, 2015) – XSEED Games, the independent-minded console publishing brand of Marvelous USA, Inc., is excited to confirm that the eagerly anticipated RPG title The Legend of Heroes: Trails in The SkySCwill be made available for download via the PSP (PlayStation®Portable) system in North America and for Windows PC worldwide next week on October 29, 2015. The game will retail for $29.99 in the US on the PlayStation™Store and PC digital platforms GOG.com and Steam. The PSP® system release is compatible with the PlayStation®Vita handheld entertainment system. A release on the European PS®Store will follow closely behind this North American debut, with more details to be shared shortly.
Developed by legendary RPG specialists Nihon Falcom, The Legend of Heroes: Trails in The Sky SCpicks up mere hours after the conclusion to The Legend of Heroes: Trails in the Sky, with Estelle traveling across Liberl in search of Joshua. Her journey involves more than seeking loved ones, however, as the Bracer Guild also tasks her with unraveling the mysteries behind the newly unveiled Society of Ouroboros.
In The Legend of Heroes: Trails in The Sky SC,Falcom’s celebrated Sound Team jdk returns with a massive and highly lauded score that perfectly complements the tumultuous resolution to one of the most moving and expansive JRPGs ever created. The series’ staple strategic turn-based system with unmatchable customization has been taken even further with all new arts, crafts, upgraded orbments, and combo attacks. The meticulously detailed land of Liberl awaits the player’s return with new quests, mini-games and collectibles to offer, along with a host of both new and familiar locations that are populated with hundreds of unique NPCs, each featuring his or her own story to tell.
The Legend of Heroes: Trails in The Sky SC was developed by Nihon Falcom and will be published on the North American PS Store and Windows PC worldwide by XSEED Games on October 29, 2015. The PSP® system version has been rated “T for Teen” by the ESRB. The Windows PC version is not rated by the ESRB.
To celebrate this long-awaited announcement, XSEED Games is sharing a loaded package of assets including a brand new trailer and screenshots. Additional information about the game can be found at its newly launched website: http://www.trailsinthesky.com/sc/.
The bonus is Mario Tennis 64 for the Virtual Console. There. Spoilers. I hate clickbait articles but you can only fit so much in a title, so there is the answer for that question right up front. Back on track, Mario Tennis: Ultra Smash is headed to the Wii U and looks pretty sharp thus far. The game features use of just about every controller and will bring back some of Nintendo’s most famous reps as well as amiibo support.
Here are a list of features:
Knockout Challenge: Tense tiebreak matches against increasingly difficult computer-controlled opponents await in this single-player mode. If the going gets too tough, you can call in a supported amiibo as your doubles partner.
Mega Battle: Your character grows to gigantic proportions after grabbing a Mega Mushroom, dominating the court with their increased power and range. When rivals on both sides of the net are giant-sized, anything can happen!
Classic Tennis: For those who prefer their tennis a little more traditional, Classic Tennis offers two variations: Standard mode features Chance Shots and Jump Shots but no Mega Mushrooms, while Simple puts competitors between the tramlines with no Chance Shots or power-ups – a real test of tennis prowess.
Online multiplayer: Go up against distant adversaries from all over the world in competitive ranked play in either Mega Battle or Classic Tennis modes, or quickly jump into more casual matches. Two players on the same console can team up to take on all-comers, or a supported amiibo can join you on as your doubles partner on the online courts.
So there you go. Get the game, get the classic, and enjoy some Mario Tennis on the Wii U! Check out these art selections and screenshots as well down below. You will also notice two very nice, themed Wiimotes.
Are we really just two weeks away from Black Ops III? That is pretty exciting news for fans who are eagerly anticipating the new fps set for all of the new features and modes for the game, as Treyarch and Activision have definitely put a lot into making this game great.
A launch trailer has now appeared signaling the end of the wait, showing off a blend of everything we have seen thus far, put together in trailer form that will be sure to get fans hyped for the release. Check it out below and remember to come back soon as our own review will be out.
I have been a fan of Animal Crossing for a long time. I still remember the dread of seeing Resetti on the GameCube and the joy of a visit to the island to hunt bugs on New Leaf. I also liked Happy Home Designer for the most part, but now the franchise is branching out a bit more.
Animal Crossing: Amiibo Festival is coming to the Wii U later this year and is looking decent thus far – as we have never seen a true spin-off on a console for the franchise, and I must admit I am happy to see this title take form.
Here are some details for the game:
By using amiibo figures from the Animal Crossing series*, players can take control of fan-favourite characters like Isabelle, Tom Nook and K.K. and watch them come to life as they travel across the board, trying to collect as many Happy Points as possible. Players tap their amiibo figure to the Wii U GamePad to roll the dice and move along the board, with each space involving their character in a short sketch. These sketches see the characters star in quirky adventures around the town, whether it’s singing at the station for more Bells (the local currency in Animal Crossing), taking a trip to the shops, or visiting the town’s museum. Sketches don’t just affect your Bells and Happy Points, but show the world of Animal Crossing and its inhabitants in fun new ways that are sure to put a grin on everyone’s face.
Each board game session takes place across an in-game month, with each turn representing a different day. Players can experience all four seasons, with each month offering unique events to participate in, from Fishing Tourneys and Bug-Offs to the risky but rewarding turnip trade. Every Sunday, Joan will come to town selling turnips, and players will have to sell any turnips they buy before the following Sunday. The turnip prices are different on each space, so you might land on a high-value space and make a bundle by selling your stalk portfolio, or see your investment aspirations go down the drain by having to sell them for less than you paid.
As Happy Points are collected, they can be saved to each Animal Crossing amiibo and used to unlock new emotions and costumes, with a total of five each per character. It’s not just your character’s appearance that will change over time, as the town can also evolve as you play. As you invest more time in the game, new buildings can be constructed in the town and additional routes can be unlocked, providing players with new ways to play over time.
Anyone with a copy of Animal Crossing: Happy Home Designer and a New Nintendo 3DS or New Nintendo 3DS XL system** will also be able to save any homes they have designed to an Animal Crossing amiibo card, then import it into Animal Crossing: amiibo Festival and see it appear on the game board’s town.
On top of that, players can use their collection of Animal Crossing amiibo cards*** to take part in a variety of minigames. Test your Animal Crossing knowledge in the Quiz Show, or pop as many balloons as you can and stick your landing on Balloon Island. In Desert Island Escape, make use of each animal’s different skills, find materials and evade enemies on dozens of islands as you attempt to construct a raft and float to safety within seven days.
I will say that I am worried about this release a tad as Nintendo do not stock a lot of Amiibos as they should and when the game revolves around Amiibo usage – well, it could become niche and forgotten quickly if that is the case as we have seen games like Mario Party completely ignored because of its usage of the toys (or limited usage for that particular title). Sure, there are Toads now, but I remember not finding any at time of release – and most gamers have no patience (myself included for that scenario), so lets see some stock and watch this gem be just that – a spin-off that we remember. Check out the art below.
Today Koei Tecmo has announced when fans can expect Arslan: The Warriors of Legend to be released in North America and what type of bonuses they can expect depending on where they pick the title up. First and foremost, Arslan: The Warriors of Legend will be released on February 9th in North America and February 12th for Europe for the Xbox One and PlayStation 4 at retail and digitally as well as on the PlayStation 3 digitally.
Those who pick up the title from GameStop in North America or independent retailers through CentreSoft in Europe will net a special weapon and armor set for Daryun as well as a new scenario titled ‘Conflict at Gujarat Fortress’ for Free mode (European pre-orders from GAME will receive the scenario) while buyers at Best Buy and Amazon in North America and ShopTo/PSN in Europe will find a new original scenario named ‘Battle for the Title’ with both of the aforementioned scenarios offering special unlocks for the entire game. You can check out a number of new screenshots as well as additional gameplay footage below.
It has been quite some time since a new Yakuza game dropped in the West and of course time progresses between each iteration as well so it only makes sense that Sega release some new details regarding Yakuza 5‘s five protagonists and giving us some information regarding their respective stories.
It is worth noting that, although we do have a bunch of new English screenshots, that the company took the time to note that they have not nailed down an exact release date for Yakuza 5 yet and that they “hope to have a solidified launch date to announce soon.”
Kazuma Kiryu
After the events of the previous Yakuza games, Kazuma Kiryu — the Dragon of Dojima — has retired from the Yakuza to be a common-place taxi driver in Nagasugai, Fukuoka, far away from the hustle and bustle of Tokyo. But when his junior (and more notably, the Sixth Chairman of the Tojo Clan) disappears, he is dragged back into the seedy underworld of Japan. Kiryu will once again need to rise as the legendary dragon in order to find his friend.
Taiga Saejima
Taiga Saejima is a legendary Yakuza enforcer, sentenced to 25 years in prison for allegedly murdering 18 rival gang members. After the events in Yakuza 4, Saejima gets re-incarcerated and just wants to serve his new sentence peacefully. But in Saejima’s case, “peacefully” quickly leaves as an option. Which will require his survival skills more? The interior of the prison walls, or the harsh Hokkaido winter?
Haruka Sawamura
Years after meeting Kazuma Kiryu, 16 year old Haruka Sawamura is living in Osaka to pursue her dreams of becoming a star on TV. At the start of Yakuza 5, she’s already made it to the finals of the Princess League, a competition between rising stars, where the winner goes on to have a successful career. But even though it looks so carefree and lavish, the life of an up-and-coming idol is not without its perils. Haruka learns firsthand just how dangerous the waters of the entertainment industry can be.
Shun Akiyama
Shun Akiyama is a dubious money lender who owns his own company called Sky Finance. He has a unique test that prospective borrowers must pass in order to receive a loan — he wishes to see how each will change their own destiny with the money. Akiyama is trying to set up the Sotenbori Branch of Sky Finance, but those plans get a wrench thrown in them when he receives a call about the untimely death of a former client.
Tatsuo Shinada
Tatsuo Shinada had a promising career in the major leagues, but it was cut short when he received a lifetime ban for a baseball gambling/game fixing scandal. Now, Shinada earns a meager living as an adult entertainment writer in the Nagoya region of Kineicho. But his (mis)fortune is in for a turn when a mysterious masked man confronts Shinada and tells him to uncover the truth behind his ban.
