Back when it was released in 2010 on the Nintendo DS, 999: Nine Hours, Nine Persons, Nine Doors was one of the must own games for the system and a couple of years later when it’s sequel, Zero Escape: Virtue’s Last Reward was released, it proved to be a must own on the 3DS and Vita.
Today the Japanese developer of the game Spike-Chunsoft chose to release an iOS version of the game for Japan but there is a catch here. The iOS version of 999 has removed all aspects of the game’s puzzle sequences. Instead the game focuses only on the visual novel storyline and decisions you make throughout the game to reach alternate endings.
The game has also been given some revamped graphics, upgraded music and a flowchart similar to Virtue’s Last Reward, but half of the enjoyment from the game were the puzzles. It is currently unknown if this iOS port will be brought onto the English iTunes store by Aksys Games but if it is, be prepared for a watered down experience.
Today Namco Bandai Games in Europe chose to release two more character promo videos for Tales of Xillia which is set to be released later this year in early August in both North America and Europe. The characters highlighted in this pair of trailers are Leia and Rowen.
Both trailers, which can be seen below, show off the characters in battle and a sampling of their English voice work. As for the characters themselves, Leia is the main character Jude’s childhood friend and is a nurse who works at his family’s clinic while Rowen works as a butler to the Schall family.
Insomniac Games, developers of classic franchises like Spyro the Dragon, Ratchet & Clank, and Resistance is back with a brand new explosive game called Fuse.
The third person shooter stars four misfits brought together as clean up crew called Overstrike 9. They specialize in cleaning up messes that need a specific skillset that the average janitor just doesn’t have, the type that involves neutralizing enemies that shoot back.
The four members come from four wildly different backgrounds: Dalton the mercenary, Naya the assassin, Izzy the hacker, and Jacob detective. Each character carries a special fuse weapon and has access to a unique skill tree. Players are able to traverse the environment, like climbing walls and hanging from ledges, to travel or to gain the tactical advantage in combat
The game can be played alone on the single player campaign or with up to three friends on Xbox Live and PlayStation Network. In single player, gamers can “leap” between characters, allowing them to control the best character for the job. In multiplayer, gamers can play the co-op campaign or fight it out against the hordes in Echelon mode. Echelon mode provides a deadly new twist on the classic horde mode gameplay by givings players a variety of objectives that must be completed. Each character’s skill tree and experience is seamlessly carried across all three modes of play.
Read our hands on previewwith Fuse and our interviewwith Insomniac Games CEO Ted Price for more information about Fuse.
Fuse is available now in stores across Australia for PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360. Check out the demo on Xbox Live and PlayStation at Insomniac Games’ official site.
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The day has finally arrived for the newest game from developer Eugen Systems and publisher Focus Home Interactive to be released as Wargame Airland Battle is now available from both their official website and Steam. Of course what would be a game release without a launch trailer to show off some of the key features players can find in the release.
Recapping features from past trailers, like the dynamic campaign, the trailer does a good job making note of features and showing off the game from planes zipping through the air and the vehicles on land, all to a rock tune. Those players that have been awaiting the release can watch the trailer for themselves embedded below or head straight on over to the official website HERE or Steam HERE right now to purchase Wargame Airland Battle on PC for themselves for $39.99, or 25% off for a limited time for those that already own Wargame: European Escalation.
The adventure-filled Phineas and Ferb: Quest for Cool Stuff will also be showcased, with hands-on demos available for both titles at the show booth. Majesco is also pleased to announce a distribution partnership with publisher Little Orbit on three titles that round out the line-up. Check them out below!
Zumba Fitness World Party (Majesco) on Xbox One, the all-in-one games and entertainment system from Microsoft, Kinect for Xbox 360, Wii U and Wii is the latest game in the successful dance fitness franchise that has sold more than 9 million units worldwide. This fun, freeing fitness journey embodies Zumba’s global reach of over 185 countries by taking your work out to exotic locations around the world. Burn up to 1,000 calories per hour with new modes, dance styles and 40 high-energy new routines set to a world-class soundtrack featuring Lady Gaga, Daddy Yankee and Pitbull.
Phineas and Ferb: Quest for Cool Stuff (Majesco) on the Xbox 360 games and entertainment system from Microsoft, Wii U, Wii, Nintendo 3DS and DS, is based on the top-rated Emmy Award-winning hit series. Join Phineas and Ferb as they travel to out-of-this-world places in their newest invention, the All-Terrain Transformatron, an upgradeable, customizable, ultra-cool amphibious ride that lets the boys collect treasures to display in their backyard Museum of Cool.
Monster High 13 WishesShadow Secrets (Little Orbit) on Wii U, Wii, Nintendo 3DS and DS whisks fans away on an amazing adventure with their favorite freaky-fab ghouls who jump, climb and swing through multiple magical levels to save Monster High.
Barbie Dreamhouse Party (Little Orbit) on Wii U, Wii, Nintendo 3DS and DS takes fans behind the pink doors into the fantastic world of the Barbie Dreamhouse mansion.
Young Justice: Legacy (Little Orbit) on PlayStation 3, Xbox 360 and Wii U is based on the acclaimed Cartoon Network animated series inspired by the DC Comics characters. Players assemble their Young Justice team from 12 heroes including NightWing, Kid Flash, Robin and more. Track down notorious villains and be mentored by powerful superheroes as you explore, customize and battle in this action-packed, RPG styled game.
It may seem a little hard to believe, but game aficionados The Behemoth has officially been a company for 10 years of crazy and fun games. Submitting the necessary paperwork back on May 27th, 2003, The Behemoth has come forward making 3 incredibly well received games and what better way to honor their 10th Anniversary than to do something for their fans. This week The Behemoth is doing a few special activities to engage with their fans both inside and outside of their newest game release BattleBlock Theater (review HERE) from publisher Microsoft Studios.
The more artistically inclined fans can show their appreciation and earn some swag for it in a fan art contest they are running until May 30th at 6PM PST. Those wanting to make something can find out more on the contests official page HERE, but it can pretty much be anything fans can make related to any of their games.
The Behemoth is also holding yet another BattleBlock Theater Live Stream on Thursday, May 30th, at 3PM – 5PM. Like the last one, this will be another “Play with the Devs”, but will pit the devs against players and feature free giveaways and merchandise. Those wanting a chance to face off against devs can log in at that time, while those wanting to watch in on the chaos (or for a chance to win free stuff) can view it all from The Behemoth Twitch TV channel HERE.
Frogmind has been winning high praise for their action adventure platformer BADLAND, including Apple’s Editors’ Choice and 9.5/10 from Capsule Computers. A new update entitled Day II has been released for BADLAND. The free update includes ten new single player levels with thirty missions and five achievements. Frogmindhopes to deliver another ten levels in late June or early July. Be sure to read our full reviewof BADLAND.
Badlands is a side scroller that takes players on a scenic adventure in a forest with a dark secret. The game features physics based gameplay, a total of sixty single player levels, and four player multiplayer. The game is available for $3.99 USD on iTunesfor the iPad, iPhone, and iPod Touch.
Check out BADLAND’s Twitterand Facebookfor the latest updates.
Book publisher Random House UK is entering the gaming industry with their new casual game The Black Crown Project. Written by Rob Sherman, the adventure game mixes interactive fiction with video games with the help of Failbetter Games’ Storynexus platform.
Widsith Institute needs new clerks and the player needs a job. During the course of their employment, gamers will explore the Institute as they organize the library of diaries stored inside. Players will follow the trail of Miasma Eremite and learn about The Black Crown Project.
The Black Crown Project is free to play online. The game includes micro-transactions for in game items, extra story strands, and game shortcuts.
Distance, an in-development PCaction survival racer from Refract Studios which mixes intense arcade racing action with an open, explorable and atmospheric world, was approved for Steam release via Greenlight recently. Funded through Kickstarter, the project is currently in the Pre-Alpha stage of development.
The player gains control of a unique, futuristic vehicle that can boost, jump, and even fly around the neo-apocalyptic cities that constitute the tracks. However, the environment appears to be more than just for show, as players will also be able to uncover pieces of the world’s history as they progress. Refract’s Team Nitronic summarized this title’s creative origins and direction in their Greenlight press release: “In short, it’s Trials Evolution + Rush 2049 + Halo + Tron: Legacy.”
The gameplay will be fast, unpredictable and will certainly require reflexes. Obstacles decorate every route and adaptability is an absolute must for players here. Instead of the traditional racing model of laps on a loop, players must simply make it to the end, by any means, in the quickest time. Players are encouraged to make use of their vehicles’ abilities, such as taking a short-cut via the side of a skyscraper, as you do. Multiplayer will be available with this one and makes for a very neat and intriguing package.
The game is a self-termed ‘spiritual successor’ (a nod to System Shock, of which I approve) to Team Nitronic’s multi-award winning title Nitronic Rush, which was created with the help of eight others during the team’s attendance at DigiPen Institute of Technology. Awards were given based on Nitronic Rush’s innovative mechanics, visual style, audio design, and atmosphere.
Features Will Include:
Multiplayer: LAN, Online, and Split-Screen in a variety of modes, such as Classic Race, Tag, Capture The Flag, Stunt, and more.
Level Editor and Modding Tools: A powerful, user-friendly in-game level editor. A strong focus will also be placed on modder support.
Exploration: Picking up from where Nitronic Rush left off, explore the signature environments Team Nitronic is known for, but in greater depth than ever before.
Visuals and Atmosphere: Using the Unity engine (whereas Nitronic Rush was built from scratch) allows for more visual fine tuning, creating a unique look to complement a unique world.
Dynamic Soundtrack: A new dynamic, ambient/electro soundtrack courtesy of Jordan (aka TORCHT) – who composed the soundtrack for Nitronic Rush,
Controller support: Support for Xbox 360™ controllers, keyboard, steering wheels and various other gamepad types, alongside the offering of re-mappable key configurations.
Supported Platforms: Distance will be released for Windows, Mac, and Linux Platforms simultaneously.
Check out the latest Pre-Alpha gameplay teaser below. Also, check out the developer’s Twitterand Facebookfor updates.
Roccat’s latest gaming mouse is now available in stores. The company is celebrating five years of the Kone series mice with the Roccat Kone Pure Color Edition. The mouse takes the features of the popular Kone Pure and provides four new colourful design options. The Kone Pure Color Edition features a minimal glowing Roccat logo to keep distractions in dark rooms to a minimum while providing an accurate 8200 DPI R3 laser sensor, a soft touch surface, Roccat’s trademark Easy-Shift[+] button to almost double the available macros, and Roccat’s impressive suite of driver options.
The Roccat Kone Pure Color is currently available at computer stores worldwide Inferno Orange, Polar Blue, and Hellfire Red. A special all white edition will be available later this year.
