While we were warned that no new information or footage will be shared on Final Fantasy XV, that hasn’t stopped Square Enix from releasing something.
That something happens to be a re-edit of the E3 2013 Announcement and Gameplay trailers with a scant few glimpses of additional footage. The main point of interest here is the user interface that shows up during gameplay segments. At 2:09 you can see a mini map brought up and at 2:57, a communication window of Ignis talking to Noctis.
Final Fantasy XV was announced for the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One and is yet to receive a release date. You can see the new trailer below.
Ubisoft have announced the results of a study conducted by research institute IPSOS, which looks at the way modern teenagers use digital technology, and the role it plays in their social lives.
Aside from the confirmation that technology does not isolate teenagers from real life (as we already knew), the survey showed that teens use dance games to enhance their social lives and reflects their love for music in a positive way, whilst bringing them closer to both family and friends – hence why the generation has been affectionately dubbed by Just Dance developers Ubisoft the “Just Dance Generation”.
Here are some quoted specifics from the study;
The study highlights that video games form a part of daily life for this generation: 95% of them actively play video games, many on mobile devices (89%), but with a large majority also owning a game console (83%). Dance video games, like Just Dance, are much more than a solo pastime, offering a modern and inclusive way of getting together with friends or family of all ages to enjoy dancing and music:Â 94% of survey participants play dance games with friends, 89% with their family. 75% of those surveyed highlighted that the Just Dance series allows them to have a great evening together with friends and family, whilst 75% identified the game as a great way to get a party started.
Just Dance 2014 releases on October 1st nationwide for current generation consoles, and in November for the Xbox One and PlayStation 4.
Planeswalkers, time to start channeling your mana and casting spells once again, as Wizards have announced that Magic 2014: Duels of the Planeswalkers (check out our review here) is getting its first set of DLC. The DLC, which is available NOW for Xbox 360, iPad, Android and Steam users (and coming soon to PS3 players) adds the following new features;
Five New Playable Decks –Â Unlock 280 unique cards over multiple battles.
New Campaign Levels –Â Battle through six new single-player campaign levels, exploring the planes of Ravnica and Kamigawa.
Five New Challenges –Â Fiendish puzzles to test strategic thinking.
Unlock Items –Â Unlock new persona portraits, achievements, trophies and more.
Thats an awful lot of content for Magic 2014 players everywhere. The DLC pack costs $4.99 and is available NOW! Click here for Xbox 360, and here for Steam. iPad and Android owners can access the content through the game itself, and sadly PS3 players have to wait a little while. It is well worth the money, as the amount of cards that get added in the pack is almost equivalent to an entire Magic set.
As a little bonus for our readers out here, I thought I’d share a promo code that you can enter in your game for a bonus code. Head to the Player Status screen of your game (any console) and enter the code:
MGCCTN
So what are you waiting for? Go and grab yourself some DLC and start tapping those lands! Always remember that for all the Magic: The Gathering news as it becomes available, stay tuned to Capsule Computers.
Nintendo have revealed at their Wii Fit U Direct press conference that Wii U owners will have a chance to get a 31 day trial of Wii Fit U starting on the 2nd of November 2013, at no cost what so ever. That is right, the fitness gaming sensation will be available for free for 31 days.
The requirements Nintendo have prescribed for this offer is that players own a Wii Fit Balance Board and a Wii U system with a broadband internet connection. The free trial is said to be available on the Wii U eShop between November 2nd 2013 and January 31st 2014.
A new accessory for the game as also revealed. For those who want to place time restrictions on themselves, the brand new ‘Fit Meter’ will do the job just fine. The accessory will come bundled with the Wii Fit U game and will also be sold separately.
Further announcements included the long awaited reveal of the sequel to the smash hit Wii title, Wii Sports. The sequel is titled Wii Sports Club and will take the sports experience to the ultimate level in ways that have never before been experienced in the realm of video-gaming.
The game’s sports are said to be available for download individually on the Nintendo eShop, giving players more choice on what sports they indulge themselves in. Wii Sports Club will become available for download on the Nintendo eShop on the 8th of November 2013.
The final announcement made was that of Wii Street U, a game powered by Google Maps. The game gives you the sensation of walking outside without all of the messy hassle of actually being outside and walking out there. You can get this game now for free on the eShop. It will however no longer be a free download come October 31st 2013.
Be sure to let us know what you think of these wonderful announcements in the comments section below.
Konami showed off its next stealth powerhouse, Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain, during its Ground Zeroes portion with a presentation lead by none other than Hideo Kojima. The gameplay demo was set in the same level as when the game was first revealed, but instead a proper attempt at the level with more engaging commentary…if you can understand Japanese. Check out the off screen walkthrough below and the Making Of Quiet, if you haven’t yet.
The game’s mechanics seem more defined from when we last saw it, with new features such as tagging enemies and brief x-ray vision accompanying a UI that seems much more complete. These attempts to streamline and modernise the franchise has seen mixed reactions from fans, with some welcoming the changes while others likening it more to games like Splinter Cell. What is your take? Let us know!
Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain has been announced for PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, PlayStation 4 and Xbox One.
Disney Infinity: Toy Box is the iPad exclusive app that allows players to play, create and explore the game’s in-depth Toy Box Mode. On its own it comes packed in with more than 60 toys for you to play around with, but the most exciting part comes when you link it up with your PS3, Xbox 360 or Wii U version of Disney Infinity. By connecting the Toy Box app to the console game, players are able to edit their toyboxes on the go, including access to all the toys they have unlocked. This works both ways, as you can start a creation on the iPad app then complete it on your TV.
The app also comes included with Mr. Incredible as a playable character, with the others available using either the web-codes you recieved when you purchased the figures, or separately through in-app purchases. The app also has impressive visuals and can operate as a stand alone experience for players who don’t have a console version of Disney Infinity.
Disney Infinity: Toy Box is available here for iPad users completely free (until October 5th), so be sure to pick it up. What Toy Boxes have you been creating, and will you be using the Toy Box App to further your creations? Let us know in the comments below and as always stay tuned to Capsule Computers for all the Disney Infinity news as it becomes available.
Deep Silver have just announced that two new downloadable content packs are now available on Steam for their open world action game Saints Row IV. The two DLC packs are titled ‘GAT V’ and ‘Wild West’, each promise to give Saints Row IV players even more insane fun to entertain themselves with.
As part of the celebration for the release of the GAT V downloadable pack, Volition and Deep Silver will be giving the pack away for free for the next 24 hours on Steam. Unfortunately the same offer is not on the table for the western themed pack called Wild West. Both packs will be available for a mere price of US$2.99 (AU$3.20) each.
Both packs our out now for PC gamers and will be hitting consoles on the 11th of October, 2013. Check out the trailer for each pack below.
Namco Bandai has shared its Tokyo Game Show trailer and a slew of new screenshots for its upcoming free-to-play fighter, Soulcalibur: Lost Swords.
A range of features have been outlined such as new item discovery, weapon forging systems and elemental fighting mechanics. Depending on the raw materials you find and weapons you scavenge from fallen opponents, you can imbue and unleash elemental effects to aid in your fights.
Along with previously shown characters, Sophitia is confirmed with the new footage shown. Soulcalibur: Lost Swords is set for winter 2013 and is exclusive to the PlayStation 3 via the PlayStation Network. Check out the trailer and screenshots below.
Square Enix has released a new trailer for Lightning Returns: Final Fantasy XIII during the Tokyo Game Show. Containing a mix of gameplay and cinematic cut scenes, we get to see more story info, battles and of course Caius. Square Enix seems to think we really missed that guy as we only saw him a week ago. Check out the trailer in English below.
Lightning Returns: Final Fantasy XIII, the final entry to the XIII trilogy, is coming to PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 in February 11 for North America and February 14 for Europe next year. This makes its release come right after Final Fantasy X/X-2HD Remaster which is due out this winter.
Square Enix has released a new trailer for Final Fantasy X/X-2 HD Remaster at the Tokyo Game Show, showcasing more story, music and battles. You can check it out below.
Final Fantasy X/X-2 HD Remaster is coming out on PlayStation 3 and PlayStation Vita this winter, with an exact date that’s yet to be confirmed for either Japan or the West. A limited edition PS Vita 2000 model is being released in Japan to celebrate the game’s debut, but like every game-branded Vita so far it’s unlikely to ever be released in the West.
However, the collection is being split into two separate games for the PS Vita. In case you missed it, here’s the Music Battle trailer released earlier.
