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Shelter Explained in First Dev Diary

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July 3, 2013

Might and Delight, the developers that brought last year’s Pid, has slowly been releasing more information about their newest game Shelter. Where the last bit of news was to show early gameplay footage, the news this time around is a full development diary with Creative Director Johannes Wadin and Lead Designer Andreas Wangler.

Shelter is looking to be far removed from Pid, instead featuring a much slower pace and completely lacking human elements. Tasking players to play as a mother badger protecting her children, the game’s levels take place during different times of day during Autumn.

Players looking to find out more about Shelter and what Might and Delight were thinking as they came up with the game can watch the Dev Diary embedded below. Shelter is itself currently set to release much like its setting in Autumn of this year for both PC and Mac. Players can also check out Shelter and offer support on Steam Greenlight.

World of Warplanes Open Beta Takes Flight Today

Simon Wolfe

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July 3, 2013

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World of Warplanes Open Beta Takes Flight Today

Back during E3 2013, the developer and publisher of the hit free to play game World of Tanks, Wargaming announced that their next game World of Warplanes would be hitting open beta on July 2nd, so now the day has come and those looking to see what it’s like in the cockpit have their chance.

With planes from America, to Germany, to Russia, to Japan; World of Warplanes pits players against each other in games of 15 vs 15. But, players shouldn’t worry about being dumped into action as new pilots will get to practice in a tutorial to learn the controls and features including crews, crew skills, consumables and the varied ammunition available.

Players looking to join the World of Warplanes open beta today on their PC can do so for the North American and Russian regions, while Europe will receive the open beta on July 4th. Players can find access to the North American site HERE and the European site HERE.

Guncraft Greenlit & New Smithing Feature Announced

Oli Delgaram-Nejad

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July 3, 2013

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Exato Game Studios and Reverb Publishing have today announced a new feature that demonstrates the sheer level of creative possibility available in the recently Greenlit and highly anticipated Guncraft. The new Smithing feature (which was revealed in the latest teaser trailer – see below) allows Guncraft players to design, construct and tailor their own unique, signature weapons – brick by brick.

A variety of variable weapon properties will be available to players for experimentation, which includes rate of fire, ammunition type, explosive damage, custom sights and even the weapon’s size. Each individual feature itself can also undergo deep customization. Players can literally craft anything from futuristic miniguns or even something as outrageous and entertaining the infamous grenade launching catgun from PAX East. The only limit here is the player’s imagination, and perhaps time.

The in game Gun Smithing feature is the very same tool set used by the Exato Game Studios development team, so no half measures here. Players can look forward to unleashing their awesome and explosive creations when the title officially launches for Windows PC on July 11, 2013.

John Getty, Executive Producer and Lead Game Designer of Exato Game Studios, spoke recently regarding the title’s recent Greenlight victory:

“We are so thrilled about being Greenlit, it is a dream come true. We literally couldn’t have done it without the support from our amazing fans[…]Being Greenlit on Steam is really going to unlock the full potential that Guncraft has to offer. Expect a lot of epic things to come in the future.

Players can pre-order Guncraft now through Desura, GOG, Green Man Games, Rain Digital Games, Gamefly and of course, the Guncraft Website.

Battlefield 4’s Frostbite 3 is Mind-Blowing

Luke Halliday

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July 3, 2013

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EA Game’s upcoming fourth installment in the incredible first-person shooter franchise, Battlefield 4 features one of the gaming industry’s most impressive gaming engines – Frostbite 3. This remarkable game engine has undergone a great deal of evolution and to highlight the power and capabilities of Frostbite 3, EA has launched a brand new trailer for Battlefield 4 detailing the engine and what it means to Battlefield.

The trailer features many of the brilliant minds behind Frostbite 3 as they explain the engine’s abilities and what benefits it provides to gamers playing Battlefield 4. Also discussed is what this engine means for next-generation consoles such as the Xbox One and PlayStation 4. It is truly a compelling video that really dives into what makes Frostbite 3 tick.

Perhaps the most interesting part of the Frostbite 3 engine is the way it allows game designers to develop for all many of devices be it an iPad or a next-generation console. The flexibility and power behind the engine has seemingly endless possibilities and with the ability to create near seamless reality inside of a video-game, it seems as though things are only going to get more exciting with games like Battlefield 4.

You can check out the trailer for Battlefield 4’s mind-blowing Frostbite 3 engine below. Battlefield 4 itself is scheduled for release on October 29, 2013 in North America, October 31, 2013 in Australia and November 1, 2013 in Europe for PC, PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4, Xbox 360 and Xbox One.

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WIN – Hanabee July Anime Releases

Luke Halliday

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July 2, 2013

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We have 3 copies of July 2013 anime releases from Hanabee to giveaway. We will be giving away the following:

Another on DVD and on Blu-Ray
Anohana on DVD

To win simply leave a comment below answering the following question and we’ll pick a lucky winner for each title:

Which Hanabee title do you want to win and why?

We’ll pick 5 lucky winners on the 31st of July. Make sure you use a valid email when you register/post your comment so we can email you if you are one of our winners.

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Disney Infinity’s Play Sets Info Surfaces

Andrew Day

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July 2, 2013

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Disney Infinity’s release is soon upon us, and I for one am excited. Promises of unlimited creativity and fun, coupled with Buzz Lightyear, Mr. Incredible and Phineas and Ferb have the inner child in me positively giddy. Disney has a way of inspiring that youthful joy in people, and Disney Infinity looks to offer this to everyone, no matter your age.

Last week, Disney showcased the game’s Toy Box Mode, and this week we are getting a sneak peak into the way that the game’s Play Sets will operate. Play Sets unlock all new adventures based on your favourite franchises, such as Monsters University, Pirates of the Caribbean, The Lone Ranger or the Incredibles.

You can play through these adventures on your own, or team up with three other friends as you battle enemies, solve puzzles, overcome the obstacles and plain and simply have an unimaginable good time. Take to the high seas as Captain Jack Sparrow, or speed through Radiator Springs as Lightning McQueen.

Playing in Disney‘s world is one thing, but making your own is even better! You can unlock toys, characters, buildings, weapons, gadgets and a whole plethora of other things that you can then take into the Toy Box. Once in the Toy Box, the possibilities are endless and your dreams are limitless.

Check out the video below, which showcases how some of the Play Sets will work. Disney Infinity is just around the corner, so be sure to stay tuned to Capsule Computers for all the news as it becomes available, and our review when the time comes.

MGS V: The Phantom Pain to be ‘Deeper and Darker’

Zac Elawar

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July 2, 2013

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Back at E3 2013, the Konami booth hosted Metal Gear Solid series Art Director Yoji Shinkawa as he answered some popular questions on the next instalment, Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain.

The video interview can be viewed embedded at the bottom of this article. Topics covered include working with the new Fox Engine, the tone of MGS V and Yoji’s favourite characters…lots and lots on his favourite characters. No offense to the interviewer Christine Ko, but she pretty much asked three variations on the same question. Regardless, for fans of the series, any new information is appreciated, so check it out!

Oh, and for those who are not faint-hearted, this Director’s Cut trailer is for you.

Gran Turismo 6 Demo Launch Trailer

Luke Halliday

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July 2, 2013

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Get your engines ready racing fans, the demo for Gran Turismo 6 has just launched and to coincide with the demo racing onto the PlayStation 3, a brand new demo launch trailer has been released highlighting the experience available to gamers interested in the sixth installment of Gran Turismo.

The demo launch trailer showcases Gran Turismo gamers becoming real life race-car drivers, highlighting the realistic racing experience on show in Gran Turismo 6. You can check out this new trailer below. Interestingly enough, if you download the demo you are entered into a competiton called ‘GT Academy’ which is a partnership with Nissan to find the best 5 Gran Turismo players and turn them into real life racers. You can download the demo now here on the PlayStation Store and get in with a chance to rip up some asphalt for real.

Namco Bandai to attend Anime Expo 2013

Luke Halliday

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July 2, 2013

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Namco Bandai Games have just confirmed that they will indeed be in attendance at Anime Expo 2013 and presenting two panels at the expo based upon two of their biggest titles; Dragon Ball Z and Naruto Shippuden.

The Dragon Ball Z panel will focus on the upcoming game Dragon Ball Z: Battle of Z. The Dragon Ball Z panel will be moderated by Urian Brown (SHONEN JUMP Alpha) and will feature Atsushi Minowa & Shuhei Sekii (Game Producers – DRAGON BALL Z Battle of Z), Christopher Sabat (DRAGON BALL Z voice actor) and Hisashi Sasaki (Former editor-in-chief of Weekly SHONEN JUMP).There will be prize giveaways at the panel as well. It will take place on Saturday July 6 from 10:00AM – 11:00AM.

The Naruto Shippuden panel will primarily focus on the legendary Ultimate Ninja Storm game series. The Naruto Shippuden panel will be moderated by Urian Brown (SHONEN JUMP Alpha) and will feature Daisuke Komoto (Game Producer – Ultimate Ninja series) and Takao Shimasaki (Editor, Shueisha SHONEN JUMP). Like the Dragon Ball Z panel, there will also be prize giveaways. It will take place on Sunday July 7 from 10:00AM – 11:00AM.

Anime fans will be able to check out demos for all the latest Namco Bandai titles including the hotly anticipated One Piece: Pirate Warriors 2, Tales of Xillia and of course Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja Storm 3. It goes without saying that Namco Bandai Games will have a great presence at Anime Expo 2013 in Los Angeles, California, on July 4-7, 2013 at the LA Convention Center.

Gettysburg: The Tide Turns to Kickstarter

Vicky Martin

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July 2, 2013

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On the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg, Shenandoah Studio announced that the iOS wargame, ‘Gettysburg: The Tide Turns’ is taking on board Kickstarter for support.

Based on the success of their previous project Battle of the Bulge, Shenandoah Studio is determined to reach the same high standards of generosity from Kickstarter backers, aiming to raise $20,000 before the campaign ends August 6.

The hex-based wargame brings to life the major Civil War conflict in Gettysburg and plans to feature:

Historical context and content
Beautifully rendered maps and interfaces in period style
Play as the Union or Confederates across the entire scope of the battle
Innovative movement system that randomises turns for increased tension
Online multiplayer via Game Centre
Available on iPhone and iPad
Different modes of difficulty for casual or hardcore players

The campaign will be live today, as of 9am EST (11pm AEST), however you can preview the draft project and share feedback with the designer Eric Lee Smith on Kickstarter.