Bohemia Interactive has launched the first episode of the Arma 3 campaign, titled Survive, and has shown it off in a trailer viewable below. The campaign is now available as a free, automatic update for owners on Steam.
Arma 3’s campaign has players take on the role of Ben Kerry, a NATO peacekeeping soldier in the Mediterrenean. The operation is in draw down when a flashpoint sparks and things hit the proverbial fan. Kerry’s unit, Task Force Aegis, combined with a clandestine UKSF operators are trapped and must fight to survive.
The update adds new weapons, animation, 3D objects and scripted modules for the military simulator. Future campaign episode, titled Adapt and Win, will contain new vehicles and even more content. Check out the most recent SITREP video here.
Indie developer Spiderweb Software proudly announced the release of their newest game, Avadon 2: The Corruption today. The game is available on PC and Mac via Steam, GOG.com, and Spiderweb Software’s own website.
Avadon 2 is an epic indie fantasy RPG that lets you choose from five different types of characters including the new Tinkermage, each with dozens of unique spells and skills. You’ll get to explore a giant world full of secrets, artifacts, and a rich story, and you’ll get to experience multiple endings and dozens of world-influencing side quests. Will you save your homeland or let it fall to make way for something greater?
You can check out the game’s official website here. You can also get the game from there, Steam, or GOG.com.
In time for Halloween, Creative Assembly has released yet another DLC pack, Blood & Gore, for its strategy giant Total War: Rome II on Steam for AU$3.99 (US$2.99). It’s safe to say this make it the most violent RTS on the market. A trailer has been released which is viewable below.
Previously, Shogun 2 received a similar treatment with its own blood pack but it was subsequently removed from sale in Australia due to classification concerns.
Blood & Gore adds fittingly gruesome dismemberment, impalement, decapitations, sound effects and lots of red stuff to match the brutal warfare of the ancient world. With a more refined particle system than Shogun 2, this is being touted as grittier and visually nicer.
New downloads are available for Nintendo gamers. This week, Nintendo has released and highlighted some new downloadable digital content for their Nintendo systems Wii U and the Nintendo 3DS.
Some of the featured content included on the Wii U is the new games available on the Nintendo eShop. The titles include ‘Wii Fit U – Trial Version’ where players can create routines and share and compare process online, ‘LEGO Marvel Super Heroes’ where you can control your favorite marvel heroes and also a week long discount on ‘BIT.TRIP Presents… Runner2: Future Legend of Rhythm Alien’.
New additions have been added to Virtual Console, a clever idea to allow gamers to play old classic games originally created on older consoles. On the Wii U, ‘Super Castlevania IV’ which was first release on the Super NES, is now available. ‘Milson’s Secret Castle’ is a challenging game of labyrinths and monsters create in 1986 for the NES is now playable on the Nintendo 3DS.
There is a good list of new games released this week for Nintendo 3DS:
Last weekend was supposed to be the final Dark Souls II Beta, but after a hiccup with times and servers, players were unable to gain access until an hour later. With this in mind, Namco Bandai have graciously decided top reopen the doors to Lordran one final time.
The purposes of these betas has largely been to see if the game’s servers can handle the pressure of the amount of expected players. the Souls franchise offers a unique online experience that involves players leaving helpful (or harmful) messages on the ground, summoning other players to their aid in boss battles, or invading one another to see who is the best. All of this happens while playing the immense single-player experience, so it is vital that Namco has all the bugs ironed out by the time the game drops next year.
The final beta will take place on November 10th, 5:00pm – 8:00pm AEDT (Sydney time). So this is one final chance for players to gain access to the world of Dark Souls II before the game officially launches next March. In the mean time, check out our brief Hands-On with Dark Souls II, as well as a tonne of new screenshots of the game below. As always, stay tuned to Capsule Computers for all the Dark Souls news as it becomes available.
Indie game developer Numantian Games, who’ve recently put their new RPGLords of Xulima on IndieGoGo, announced today that they’ve launched a Kickstarter as well.
Lords of Xulima will feature a custom-made engine that supports isometric, detailed 2D backgrounds and 3D animations. It will also combine much of what has made the RPG genre so timeless over the years: a cross between non-linear, strategic PC games and story-driven Japanese RPGs. You will control the main character, who is guided by an odd dream, and his companions on an adventure set for an uncharted mythical island
The game will be released in both English and Spanish for PC, Mac, and Linux. To check out the Kickstarter page and help get this title off the ground, go here. To check the game out on Steam Greenlight, go here. Also be sure to check out the gallery of game-related images below!
Ok fighting fans, it is time to get ready. grab your weapon, and succumb to the darkness with Soul Calibur II HD Online. One of the best fighters of the last generation, nay of ALL TIME is being reborn, revitalized and re-released. Not only that, but it is coming very, very soon. The game will be downloadable through XBLA or PSN for $19.95 and $28.20 respectively and will be available from November 20th.
Namco Bandai has ensured that Soul Calibur II HD Online retains all of the original’s greatness, while modernizing it for current audiences. Visual and audio upgrades are expectedly present, but the game also includes a new, robust online mode, as well as including Heihachi and Spawn (originally included as PS2 and Xbox exclusive characters respectively) together in one complete package.
Soul Calibur II HD Online will be available from November 20th on XBLA and PSN, so be sure to download it if you are a fan of Soul Calibur, fighting games, or fun. Be sure to always stay tuned to Capsule Computers for all the Soul Calibur news as it becomes available.
A week has gone past us already, and it is time for the awesome folks over at Disney to shower us with free Disney Infinity maps in this week’s Toy Box Challenge. As with previous weeks, there are five free maps for Disney Infinity owners to download, as well as a new Toy Box Submission Challenge, and a video that showcases the winners of the previous challenge. Without further adieu, lets get into it!
TOY BOX SUBMISSION CHALLENGE
There is no Toy Box Submission Challenge this week, instead we get the beginning of Wave 2 of Disney Infinity’s figures, Play Sets and Power Discs. Available now, players can purchase the Jack Skellington figure, and the Toy Story in Space Play Set. There are also exclusive Crystal Figures available through EB Games and JB HiFI (These Crystal Figures were extremely limited and may have sold out).
You can still create and share your Toy Box creations though, using these instructions:
Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, Wii U
Bring up the Pause Menu and select “Online/Multiplayer.”
Then select “Toy Box Share” > “Disney’s Toy Boxes” > “Submit to Disney.”
Follow the prompts. You’ll be asked to give your Toy Box an original name and description. Choose carefully – they will be shown to everybody if your Toy Box is featured.
iPad
Bring up the Pause Menu and select “Toy Box Share.”
Then select “Disney’s Toy Boxes” > “Submit to Disney.”
Follow the prompts. You’ll be asked to give your Toy Box an original name and description. Choose carefully – they will be shown to everybody if your Toy Box is featured
TOY BOX COUNTDOWN
This week’s Toy Box Countdown features the top 5 user generated maps that were submitted to Disney for the previous Disney Movies Challenge. Check out the video below to see the top 5 entrants in the challenge. All of which you can download right now!
You can check out last week’s winning Toy Box maps here.
SPECIAL SHOUT-OUT
A special shout out to Disney Infinity user Lachlan1075. Lachlan was a 12 year old Adelaide boy who’s Toy Box was one of the five winners of the Royal Empires Challenge. Well done Lachlan!
That’s another week of Disney Infinity updates for you passionate Disney fans out there. Were you happy with the Toy Box Countdown winners? Will you be downloading any of the maps (wither from the winners, or from Disney)? Let us know in the comments below, and remember that for all the Disney Infinity news as it becomes available, stay tuned to Capsule Computers.
In celebration of Halloween, studio Vhlamlab and video game developer BulkyPix are happy to announce the release of their newest title: Vlad. Born under the surface of Earth, Vlad always dreamed of the sky. Help him to fulfill his dream.
By taking control of his environment, help Vlad meet the spirit of each world to unlock the next one. Move objects with different powers, avoid scary creatures and collect needed artefacts through each level. That will allow Vlad to reach the sky. But be careful, gravity will always catch you up so mind the gaps and be strategic!
The game will feature:
A unique and staggered atmosphere
Explore the underground, the surface and the sky
Meet weird, cute and scary creatures
Strategy and anticipation will be your best allies
45 puzzles challenging your brain skills
BulkyPix has also announced that more than 10 of its games (such as Dead Effect and Orborun) will be on sale from October 31st to November 6th to further celebrate this spooky time of year, in what will be known as the BulkyPix Halloween Sales. The list of games included in these price cuts can be found on the official site. So get yourself a bargain and don’t forget to have a look at Vlad on the App Store while your at it. Check out the screenshots below for a taste of the puzzles that lie in the sky. Dreams really can come true…
Indie developers Bloober Team have released the first trailer for their upcoming exclusive PS4 title Basement Crawl. The strategic action game is said to feature challenging environments, competitive multiplayer and, as seen from the trailer, a number of creepy characters.
Basement Crawl features an unforgettable and entirely mesmerizing style with disturbing characters and spine-chilling settings. The game, however, forgoes exaggerated violence to create a sinisterly clever but engaging experience that remains both edgy and entertaining.
In the game, players will face-off – with up-to-eight players online or up-to-four via local play –in grid-based arenas as they race to set diabolical traps and explosives in order to hinder or defeat their enemies. Basement Crawl will feature four classes, each utilizing a variety of unique bombs and power-ups, allowing players to mix and match strategy for each class.
Even the text is creepy
The game itself is said to feature:
An Engagingly Unnerving Style – a ghoulish but entertaining presentation inspired by classic grindhouse movies, twisted horror films and even other games, such as Manhunt.
Classic Gameplay with a Modern Twist – brings together the best gameplay elements of classic titles like Bomberman with modern technology and online features.
Multiplayer – players can battle to be the best against others either locally for up-to-four competitors or online for up-to-eight contenders.
An Awesome Party Game – easy-to-learn gameplay and a focus on multiplayer fun makes Basement Crawl the perfect house-party fragfest.
Classes and Characters – the game features four unpredictable and macabre characters, each representing a unique class, and each sporting special abilities and skills.
2.5D? – Basement Crawl is made with a 3D-engine, but presented in classic 2D, allowing players to control the position of the camera while enjoying dynamic lights and effects.
Arenas – nine uniquely hair-raising arenas are included for players to master and conquer, including the Slaughterhouse, Restaurant Dungeon, Abandoned Circus and more.
Online Features Include – Leaderboards for comparing highest scores with friends and other players; Party chat for PS4, Trophies, Invites, Ranks.
Basement Crawl will release within the PS4 launch window as one of the first new downloadable indie titles. Check out the trailer below and begin your descent into a twisted world or promises and darkness. It’s safer in here…
