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New Sonic Boom Franchise Game Revealed

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Ever since the announcement of Sonic Lost World we have known that a third Sonic game would be making its way to the Nintendo 3DS and Wii U and today that game was officially unveiled. Sonic Boom could mark one of the biggest franchise shake ups in Sonics history, incorporating character redesigns and core changes in game play from what we have seen ever since Sonic made the move to the third dimension. Sega is touting Sonic Boom as a new ‘branch’ in the Sonic franchise, so fans of the old designs need not worry that this will be the only direction Sonic will be heading in the future.

Interestingly, the game will serve as a prequel to the new CGI TV series (also titled Sonic Boom) and will have a core focus on collaborative gameplay. The game is being developed by Big Red Button Entertainment on the Wii U (founded by former Naughty Dog employees) while the 3DS version is being developed by Sanzaru Games in collaboration with Sonic Team (although it is not clear if Sonic Team is working on both versions or only the 3DS version).  Sonic Boom will take advantage of the hardware of both the Wii U and Nintendo 3DS and will feature traditional elements of past Sonic games such as speed as well as new elements such as exploration, combat and a new Enerbeam tether mechanic that will allow the Sonic Boom world to be discovered in totally unique ways.

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The Sonic Boom video game is only one part of this new franchise puzzle, with the television show, toys and other merchandise products such as health care and food also being part of the equation. Sega plans for all these parts of Sonic Boom to intertwine with eachother, with the game and show featuring linked narratives and world references. For full details on all things Sonic Boom, head to the SEGA Blog official site.

It definitely sounds interesting and could be a great way to bring innovation to the Sonic name after a sleight of similar titles. You can check out the games announcement trailer below and once you have done that, let us know in the comments what you think about the new direction the franchise is taking. I am willing to bet there are some pretty strong opinions out there from the hardcore Sonic fans.

ICEBERG INTERACTIVE REACHES ITS GALACTIC DESTINY WITH HORIZON, AVAILABLE NOW ON STEAM

ICEBERG INTERACTIVE REACHES ITS GALACTIC DESTINY WITH HORIZON, AVAILABLE NOW ON STEAM

L3O Interactive’s 100+ Star Systems, Dual Play Modes, and Community-Driven Features Highlight Title Debut

Haarlem, The Netherlands – February 6, 2014 – Renowned for its string of successful 4X games, including the award-winning Endless Space, veteran indie publisher Iceberg Interactive revealed today that its 4X space-strategy game Horizon is available now on Steam and for European retail. Developed by newcomer Canadian studio, L3O Interactive, Horizon is all about galactic exploration and conquest whereby players control Humanity’s destiny

L3O Interactive’s deep 4X strategy game stands out from the crowd with a unique storyline based on mankind’s expansion beyond its own solar system, and immediate confrontation with two powerful and ancient races, bent on shaping the future. With a strong community connection, L3O Interactive also has shaped Horizon to its fans’ liking, highlighted by the introduction of playable Alien Races, as well as a string of in-game random events voted on by the community.

“We could not be happier with the way Horizon has turned out, and we are excited to start 2014 with another compelling 4X space strategy game for our loyal but demanding fans,” said Iceberg Interactive CEO Erik Schreuder. “The L3O Interactive team has been diligent about listening to the Horizon community and implementing changes and upgrades to the game that they have requested, and we look forward to seeing what players think about the finished product.”

Offering immense customization options including races, ships, and space stations; real-time management of multiple tech research branches and simultaneous turn-based battles, and two distinct play modes, Horizon is a fresh take on the rich 4X genre.

Gamers will venture into deep space, expand into new frontiers and discover alien artifacts on long-abandoned planets, while negotiating, fighting in deep ship-to-ship combat or partnering with alien species, as they carve their intergalactic destinies. They will develop new colonies – and then watch them become galactic centers for trade, industry and science – as well as military bases, outposts and shipyards on their way to conquer new horizons.

Horizon Features Include:

  • A deep, accessible 4X space-strategy game that delivers advanced turn-based tactical combat, rich customization, and a vast set of galaxies to explore
  • Huge, gripping storyline provides players a chance to interact with 10 alien races and explore ancient cultures, artifacts, and galaxies while engaging in open-ended missions. Gamers can engage in meaningful diplomacy choices that will impact the game outcome, including coordinated actions with allies against enemies
  • Distinct open-world system spans multiple galaxies with hundreds of star systems and more than 1,000 planets
  • Two Gameplay Modes: Scenario Mode – offers a story experience focused on the clash of two ancient races, and Classic Mode – the familiar open-ended sandbox experience 4X gamers have grown to love
  • Up to 80 tech types with 10 upgrades each, gamers can customize ships, weapons, and combat systems
  • Tactical ship control includes managing movement, weapons, and more, as well as attacks from planetary and orbital defenses and boarding enemy ships
  • Design and customize three major areas of your ships: 1. Weapons, 2. Core Systems (armor, sensors, engines, power, generator, etc.), 3. Special Systems (colonizer pods, shields, fighter bays, etc.)
  • Detailed economy and colony management system that offers different types of colonies based on player build choices

Check out Horizon today on Steam (store.steampowered.com/app/236130) for $26.99 (includes current 10% launch discount).

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ABOUT L3O INTERACTIVE

L3O Interactive is an independent Canadian video game developer located in Toronto, Ontario. L3O was founded on the principle to make classic hardcore games with innovative and more immersive gameplay elements. The studio is currently focused on completing its first commercial project Horizon, a grand space 4X game that strives to bring a new experience to strategy and sci-fi gamers!

ABOUT ICEBERG INTERACTIVE

Iceberg Interactive is an independent video game publisher founded in 2009 by an international group of games industry veterans and is located in Haarlem, The Netherlands. While keeping its roots in the European retail games market, Iceberg has rapidly increased its focus towards the global digital games market, by building strong direct relationships with dozens of Game Portals. Staffed with avid gamers, Iceberg works closely with an international assembly of game developers, both midsize and indie. With a distinct focus on the strategy, action, simulation and adventure game genres, the company has garnered attention with acclaimed releases including Killing Floor, Wings of Prey, APB Reloaded and Endless Space among its 70+ game arsenal – with more promising games in the pipeline.

 

Stardock’s Hit Mobile Game, Dead Man’s Draw, Now Available On PC

Stardock’s Hit Mobile Game, Dead Man’s Draw, Now Available On PC

Critically Acclaimed iOS Card Game Blasts Risk vs. Reward Gameplay onto PCs


PLYMOUTH, MI. – Feb. 6, 2014 – Stardock released its lauded press-your-luck card game, Dead Man’s Draw, on PC today for $9.99 on Steam (http://store.steampowered.com/app/262450/). The PC version contains all of the content from the iOS original, plus all-new card abilities and player traits with more than 20 extra tournaments added since the game’s October launch. Additionally, no in-app purchases or additional transactions of any kind are present in Dead Man’s Draw on PC.

Drawing from the best elements of puzzle, strategy, and classic card games, Dead Man’s Draw is an entirely new take on the card game genre. Swords steal, maps uncover, and cannons blast – but draw two of the same suit and you’ll lose it all.

Dead Man’s Draw boasts an average 4.5-star rating on iTunes from more than 600 user reviews and has been praised by critics from QuarterToThree.com, 148apps.com, PocketTactics.com, and more.

Dead Man’s Draw has been optimized for the PC platform from its iOS roots with higher-resolution hand-crafted art, a PC-specific interface, and the removal of all in-app purchasing. In addition, the Mermaid suit has a new game-changing power that allows players to re-play a card from their hand – resulting in even bigger, more devastating combos from skilled players.

Dead Man’s Draw features deep and engaging gameplay where players can discover the best power-ups to counter opponents and overcome special rules that turn traditional card-game action on its head. Combo your card’s abilities to steal from your opponent, test your luck in the draw to obtain powerful treasure, or mount an offense that will gain you ultimate victory.

To learn more about Dead Man’s Draw, visit www.deadmansdrawgame.com.

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About Stardock
Stardock is a leading developer and publisher of PC games and desktop software. Its PC games include Sins of a Solar Empire and the critically acclaimed Galactic Civilizations series. Its desktop software includes Start8, Fences, WindowBlinds, ModernMix, and more. Visit www.stardock.com for more.

UBISOFT® ANNOUNCES CHILD OF LIGHT™ RELEASE DATE AND PRICE

UBISOFT® ANNOUNCES CHILD OF LIGHT™ RELEASE DATE AND PRICE

London, UK – February 6, 2014 – Ubisoft confirmed today that Child of Light, the turn-based RPG set in the magical world of Lemuria, will release on April 30th, 2014. The game will be available for download on Xbox LIVE for the Xbox® 360 and Xbox® One, the PlayStation Network for the PlayStation® 3 and PlayStation® 4, the eShop from Nintendo for the Wii U, and PC Digital, at the price of £11.99.

The game is created by a small team of seasoned developers based in Ubisoft Montreal.  Child of Light has been developed on Ubisoft’s UbiArt Framework, a powerful engine that lets programmers and artists bring their art to life by allowing original concept art to be inserted unedited into the game world. In Child of Light, the effect is akin to stepping into an interactive painting.

Child of Light is a reimagining of classic fairytales, inviting players on an epic adventure into the magical painted world of Lemuria.  Players will uncover mysteries, participate in turn-by-turn combat inspired by classic JRPGs, and explore a mystical kingdom. The game puts players in the shoes of Aurora, a child stolen from her home, who, in her quest to return, must bring back the sun, the moon and the stars held captive by the Queen of the Night. Helped by her companion Igniculus the firefly and several unlikely allies, Aurora will face her darkest fears, including dragons and other mystical creatures, in this modern take on a coming-of-age story.

For more information on Child of Light, please visit: www.childoflight.ubi.com

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Monkey Mofo By Lucky Red Fish

Monkey Mofo

Monkey Mofo By Lucky Red Fish

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  • £2.99
  • Category: Games
  • Released: 05 February 2014
  • Version: 1.0.3
  • Size: 27.9 MB
  • Languages: English, Chinese, Dutch, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish
  • Developer: patricia curtis
  • © Lucky Red Fish
Rated 12+ for the following:

  • Infrequent/Mild Alcohol, Tobacco, Drug Use or References to these

Compatibility: Requires iOS 4.3 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch. This app is optimized for iPhone 5.

Description

A fast flowing colourful 3d action puzzle game that presents a challenge that will have gamers coming back for more. Throughout the multi levelled platform experience – collect all the fruit on a level and make it safely to the exit. Each new world introduces a new challenge to the player in which adds a new layer of complexity, in addition to the challenges from the previous worlds.

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Over 200 action packed levels
3D Graphics
8 Soundtracks
Boss Levels
11 Languages

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Jules Verne’s Return to Mysterious Island 2 –Universal) By Microids

Jules Verne's Return to Mysterious Island 2 – (Universal)

Jules Verne’s Return to Mysterious Island 2 –Universal) By Microids

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  • Free
  • Category: Games
  • Released: Feb 06, 2014
  • Version: 1.2.4
  • Size: 1.10 GB
  • Languages: English, French, German, Italian, Spanish
  • Seller: microids
  • © 2013 Anuman interactive

Compatibility: Requires iOS 5.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch. This app is optimized for iPhone 5.

Description

The sequel to one of Jules Verne’s greatest adventures: Mysterious Island!

THE ADVENTURE
Return to Mysterious Island 2 begins with the crash of the helicopter that came to rescue Mina. She survived but is once again trapped on the island. All of a sudden, under her very eyes, an unknown disease afflicts the plants first, then the animal life. Mina explores the island to locate the infection source. She searches Captain Nemo’s base in vain, then the ruins of an unknown civilization, and finally understands that it is outside pollution that threatens the island. The only way to save this natural wonder is to turn the shield back on. But if Mina makes this decision, she gives up -as Captain Nemo did before her- the idea of returning to civilization…

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THE HIGHLIGHTS
• High-definition illustrations
• 2 playable characters: Mina and her monkey
• Several riddles to solve, based on the synthesized objects
• An adventure faithful to the universe of Jules Vernes
• Various soundscapes

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MIDNIGHT CITY ANNOUNCES DOUBLE DRAGON: NEON NOW AVAILABLE ON STEAM

MIDNIGHT CITY ANNOUNCES DOUBLE DRAGON: NEON NOW AVAILABLE ON STEAM

Face-Melting Neon Action Pushes Steam to the MAX

Edison, NJ – February 6, 2014 – Midnight City, the recently founded indie label of Majesco Entertainment Company (NASDAQ: COOL), an innovative provider of games for the mass market, is proud to announce Double Dragon: Neon is now available for Windows PC via Steam, listed at a tasty $9.99.

Building on the highly successful release on console, the PC version sports full Steam integration and online cooperative play for a true Double Dragon experience. In its console debut, Double Dragon: Neon revitalized the franchise with an updated look and good ol’ fashioned street fights. The world’s most iconic arcade brothers Billy and Jimmy Lee are back in a reboot of the classic side-scrolling, beat-em-up that fueled a generation of gamers. When Marian is kidnapped by the evil forces of the Shadow Warriors gang, the brothers set out to win her back and take down their chief nemesis Skullmageddon. Along the way, players will take on hordes of street-gangs, guzzle gallons of soda, and rock out to some stellar tunes in the form of ability-enhancing mixtapes.

Fans of the series can expect all of the classic Double Dragon action, including punches, kicks, and some of the gnarliest thugs around! In addition, players have a dedicated evade button that makes it just a little easier to avoid enemy attacks. When timed perfectly, evading an attack can boost offensive strength for a short time for some devastating results. In local and online co-op, players can ‘high-five’ to share health, ‘psych’ up their comrades for special moves, and revive their fallen partner. As the duo beats their way through five beautifully rendered environments, they’ll come across soda to restore health, key items, and mix-tapes scattered throughout each level. The tapes have unique abilities, and players can equip two tapes at once to create some killer combinations. In addition, tapes also stack allowing players to customize and intensify the effects of each cassette.

The incredibly radicool official soundtrack is available for free or donation via composer Jake Kauffman’s website, for those who just can’t get enough! http://virt.bandcamp.com/album/double-dragon-neon

Double Dragon: Neon is rated T for Teen and is available now for an SRP of $9.99.

Steam Store Page: http://store.steampowered.com/app/252350/

For more information on Double Dragon: Neon, please visit: http://www.doubledragonneon.com/

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ABOUT MAJESCO ENTERTAINMENT COMPANY
Majesco Entertainment Company is an innovative developer, marketer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment for consumers around the world. Building on more than 25 years of operating history, the company develops and publishes a wide range of video games on console, handheld and mobile platforms, as well as digital networks through its Midnight City label. Majesco also owns 50% of GMS Entertainment, the parent company of online gaming company Pariplay, which specializes in iGaming, iLottery and social gaming. Majesco is headquartered in Edison, NJ and the company’s shares are traded on the Nasdaq Stock Market under the symbol: COOL. More info can be found online at majescoent.com or on Twitter at twitter.com/majesco.

ABOUT MIDNIGHT CITY
Midnight City is Majesco’s independent digital label dedicated to supporting indie development teams with customized publishing services, including public relations, marketing, and community content. Operated by former IGN Editor-in-chief Casey Lynch and longtime industry veteran Doug Kennedy, Midnight City focuses its efforts on the ever growing independent game development market and independent game studios.

The Flood is Coming in New NOAH Poster

Noah-Australia-Poster-01Following its Super Bowl XLVIII “Big Game Spot” for the film, Paramount Pictures have released a new onesheet for NOAH.

Click to enlarge the poster on the right and get a better look at just how serious those expressions are! Well, I would be concerned too if a world-cleansing flood was on its way.

The Darren Aronofsky directed blockbuster releases nationwide on March 27, and stars Russell Crowe as the lead, titular character from the Bible.

If you haven’t seen the Super Bowl Spot… well, then you’re obviously not one of our American readers… but you can check it out right here.

Sid Meier’s Civilization V: The Complete Edition Out Today

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2K and Firaxis Games’ Sid Meier’s Civilization V: The Complete Edition is now available internationally via retail and digital download for PC. The Complete Edition includes the original award-winning strategy title, its two expansion packs – Gods & Kings and Brave New World – and the new Conquest of the New World Deluxe Scenario, as well as all previously released add-on content listed here:

  • Civilization Pack: Babylon (Nebuchadnezzar II);
  • Cradle of Civilization – Americas Map;
  • Cradle of Civilization – Asia Map;
  • Cradle of Civilization – Mediterranean Map;
  • Cradle of Civilization – Mesopotamia Map;
  • Double Civilization and Scenario Pack: Spain and Inca;
  • Explorer’s Map Pack;
  • Civilization and Scenario Pack: Polynesia;
  • Civilization and Scenario Pack: Denmark – The Vikings;
  • Civilization and Scenario Pack: Korea;
  • Wonders of the Ancient World Scenario Pack;
  • Scrambled Continents Map Pack;
  • Scrambled Nations Map Pack.

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The above mentioned Conquest of the New World Deluxe Scenario is set in 1942, taking the player on a journey across the Atlantic in search of a western route to China and the Indies. Although previously released as a part of the Double Civilization and Scenario Pack: Spain and Inca, this enhanced Deluxe Scenario increases the number of civilizations, expands the Policy and Tech Tree, and adds a fresh Victory Point system along with a variety of buildings, wonders, resources and more. Sid Meier’s Civilization V: The Complete Edition is rated PG in Australia and New Zealand and costs $79.95 RRP. Note that the Conquest of the New World Deluxe Scenario requires Brave New World to install and play, and will be offered for free via Steam for everyone who has already purchased the second expansion pack. For every individual purchase of Brave New World made in the future, Conquest of the New World Deluxe Scenario will be given as a free bonus.

Broken Sword 5 – the Serpent’s Curse By Revolution

Broken Sword 5 - the Serpent's Curse

Broken Sword 5 – the Serpent’s Curse By Revolution

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  • $4.99
  • Category: Games
  • Released: Feb 06, 2014
  • Version: 1.03
  • Size: 1.84 GB
  • Language: English
  • Seller: Revolution Software Limited
  • © Revolution Software Ltd
Rated 12+ for the following:

  • Infrequent/Mild Alcohol, Tobacco, or Drug Use or References
  • Infrequent/Mild Sexual Content or Nudity
  • Infrequent/Mild Profanity or Crude Humor
  • Infrequent/Mild Cartoon or Fantasy Violence
  • Infrequent/Mild Mature/Suggestive Themes

Compatibility: Requires iOS 7.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch. This app is optimized for iPhone 5.

Description

Episode 1 – Paris in the spring

Shots ring out from a gallery… a robbery… a murder… and the beginning of another epic, original Broken Sword adventure.

From multi-award winning Revolution comes the latest mystery in this much loved adventure-puzzle series. Playing as intrepid American George Stobbart and sassy French journalist Nico Collard, you find yourself on the trail of a stolen painting – and a murderous conspiracy. A conspiracy whose roots lie in mysteries older than the written word…

Armed only with logic, integrity and a wry sense of humor – can George and Nico save mankind from disaster? Can you solve the secret of the Serpent’s Curse? A curse some say was forged by the Devil himself…

• The latest in the smash hit multi-million selling Broken Sword series
• Gripping story, engaging puzzles, voiced by a top quality cast
• Highly acclaimed ‘slide and tap’ interface – simple but hugely powerful
• Context-sensitive help system – access hints to solve even the hardest puzzles
• Full Game Center integration – including in-game achievements

Full English / German / French speech with option for subtitles in English, French, German, Spanish, Italian and Russian.

The concluding part, Episode 2, will be available shortly as an In-App Purchase.

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WARNING: Due to substantial graphic requirements, this game is optimised for iPhone 4S, iPhone 5 and all iPad and iPod touch devices running iOS7. We do NOT recommend this game for the iPhone 4 – although it will play, there will be performance issues with movie play-back and general loading times.

If you experience any problems with the game, we recommend that you restart your device to free up memory. To do this press and hold the Sleep/Wake button at the top of your device until the red slider appears, then drag the slider to turn your device off.
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