Monolith Soft’s upcoming open world action RPG title for the Wii U simply known as X at this current time, got a brand new trailer showcased during Nintendo’sE3 2013 Nintendo Direct conference.
The trailer showcased a large portion of gameplay from X and highlighted the game’s world and mecha combat. It certainly appears to be Nintendo’s answer to Titan Fall and much better in fact. The game has been confirmed for a release in 2014.
You can check out the awe-inspiring trailer for Monolith Soft’s X below. Stay tuned for more information on Monolith Soft’s X game as it comes to light.
Back in February, Puzzle Retreat launched for free on Google Play for Android devices. In it’s first month of availability on the platform, it received more than 1 million downloads. Now, developer The Voxel Agents is making its iOS (iPhone and iPad) version free as well!
Creative Director Simon Joslin explains;
Our audience have discovered Puzzle Retreat and they’re loving it. They play puzzle games to relax and unwind, and they really appreciate the minimal, no pressure environment that we’ve built for them. We are really pleased with the feedback, and especially the insane downloads! The free model enables everyone to enjoy the game.
The game has received several significant updates since launch, including an in-game discussion tab for players to discuss solutions for each puzzle, the ‘Bonsai Tree’ element, three new puzzle packs and availability in five additional languages. Here is some highlighted information on the title:
One million downloads in the first month of release
Recently awarded the ‘Top 10 Indie Prize Award’ at Casual Connect
Localised for nine major languages
60 puzzles included for free, and an additional six packs available for purchase ($0.99 USD each)
In Nintendo’s live Direct conference held tonight, the upcoming Bayonetta sequel, Bayonetta 2, was shown. This Nintendo Direct was held for the E3 audiences, but for the home user.
After a climax inducing video, we were treated with a nice reveal that is to be the expected year of Bayonetta 2‘s Wii U release. The series see’s the protagonist witch, Bayonetta, in a battle against angelic forces.
Bayonetta 2 is set to be released in 2014 and will be published by Nintendo and is developed by Platinum Studios. The original Bayonetta was released on the Xbox 360 and Playstation 3 systems. Be sure to check back often for any more Bayonetta news.
Nintendo just dropped a major bombshell by concluding their E3 2013Nintendo Direct conference by showcasing the upcoming fourth installment in the Smash Bros franchise and revealing two new characters that will be entering the battle for Smash Bros 4.
The trailer showcased both the 3DS and Wii U versions of the game and the graphical differences between the two versions. Through that it was confirmed that ‘Villager’ from Animal Crossing will be a playable character in the game. Not only will ‘Villager’ be playable in Smash Bros 4, but legendary video-game icon and Capcom mascot Mega Man will be blasting a path of destruction in the world of Smash Bros. That is right Mega Man will be a playable character in Smash Bros 4.
You can check out the jaw-dropping trailer for Smash Bros 4 below. The game is slated for release in 2014. It is unknown as to what the full title of the game will be or if it will simply opt for Smash Bros 3DS and Smash Bros Wii U. Stay tuned as more information on this title surfaces.
Ready for some more 3D Mario? Nintendo have unveiled their latest for the plumber at their E3Nintendo Direct, and things are looking to go back to the Nintendo 64 styled game design with Super Mario 3D World. This title will feature Mario, Luigi, Peach, and Toad, and each character will have their own special abilities carried over from Super Mario Bros. 2.
The world looks rather huge as well, and of course full of that color and charm we would expect from the franchise. Also included is a new “cat” ability, allowing the player to climb up walls. Check out the new trailer for Super Mario 3D World below, and get ready – as this title will launch near the end of the year for the Wii U. Stay tuned for more E3 coverage with Nintendo and all other publishers in the future.
The Worm Collection was released just weeks ago, on disc for the very first time, having only been previously available digitally via PSN and XBLA. It includes Team 17‘s original Worms, Worms 2: Armageddon and Worms Ultimate Mayhem, along with 6 DLC packs for $29.99. Worms: The Revolution Collection, on the other hand, is loaded with new features, combining Worms Revolutionand Worms 2: Armageddon with 8 bonus DLC packs.
Finally, the Serious Sam Collection features enhanced visuals, lush landscapes, and improved textures and character models in HD, and is scheduled to release on July 16, 2013. It includes the following Croteam-developed titles in the series:
Serious Sam HD: The First Encounter – Get acquainted with the classic hero as he travels back in time to ancient Egypt to battle the overwhelming forces of Lord Mental and the Sirian army.
Serious Sam HD: The Second Encounter – Continue the battle against Mental’s army with classic over-the-top action and conquest from the golden age of first-person shooters.
Serious Sam 3: BFE (plus Jewel of the Nile DLC pack) – The addictive third instalment of the Serious Sam series brings you back to where the story all began: Before the First Encounter!
Serious Sam: Double D XXL – Part of the Serious Sam Indie Series, Double D XXL brings humor and horror to a whole new level!
One thing that Sony did not include in their PlayStation E3 2013press conference was a more in depth look at the user interface of the PS4. And rightly so; it’s all about the games. However, they did still release a video on the show floor detailing the U.I.
You can view the trailer embedded at the bottom of this article. It demonstrates – through terrible acting – how friends can interact in an extremely social and free-flowing manner, as well as how you can multi-task; pausing to download a game (single-player or multi-player portion first) and then jumping back into your current session, and even initiating a download from your phone, among many other features.
Wargaming has announced their aerial combat MMO World of Warplanes will enter open beta testing on July 2 this year. This comes in the wake of their E3 2013 announcement, World of Tanks Xbox 360 Edition.
The open beta phase of World of Warplanes will introduce in-game tips to help players learn the ropes, the implementation of crews and crew skills, access to consumables and premium ammo, a tutorial and two in-game maps.
Interestingly Wargaming is launching its Unified Premium Account along with the beta. This allows players to carry over their premium accounts across Wargaming’s titles. While they play the open beta, players will get in-game tokens which can be redeemed for Unified Premium Account Status.
World of Warplanes is dedicated to air combat from the late 1930s to the beginning of the Korean War in 15 vs. 15 matches. A variety of planes are on offer from nations such as the United States, Soviet Union, Germany and Japan.
Check out the E3 2013 trailer for World of Warplane’s open beta below.
In League of Mermaids, players must “Match 3”, but can also mess with their opponents by placing items strategically. Through the use of physics, players drop items in an attempt to “Match 3” and achieve victory. It is assumed that this is harder than it sounds.
Legacy Games, the game’s publisher, lists the following as the games features. These can be seen in the quotebox below:
League of Mermaid’s features include:
· Deep and Challenging Gameplay – 45+ all-new levels to clear and master, with new levels upcoming in free updates.
· Strategic Elements – Players can use obstacles like wheels and other objects to move around the pearls in a fun, physics-based engine made popular with Atlantis: Pearls of the Deep. Players can earn the Three-Star Ranking by completing optional goals in every level, thereby unlocking new power-ups, levels and game modes.
· New Power Ups – New features include powerful new ways to clear pearls, such as the Artifact Meter and Crystal Hearts
· Play Zen mode and the unique Bottomless Trench – Play randomized levels in Zen Mode for unlimited replay. The unique Bottomless Trench fills a stage with never-ending pearls and challenges players to clear as many pearls as possible within a time limit.
· Epic New Saga – Join with the League of Mermaids to save their home.
· Additional Languages – English, French, Italian, German, Spanish, Dutch, Brazilian Portuguese, Swedish, and Japanese.
Oz Comic-Con is under a month away but that doesn’t mean the guest list is done being added to. Golden Globe winner Ron Perlman, known for his roles across film, television and video games, will be attending both days of the Melbourne Oz Comic-Con event.
Ron Perlman has done a number of roles, one of his biggest (literally, he looks huge in these movies) roles was playing the title character in the Hellboy films. He currently stars as Clarence ‘Clay’ Morrow, the main antagonist in the critically acclaimed television series Sons of Anarchy.
Ron Perlman is one of many guest that continue to be added to the Oz Comin-Con Melbourne line up. Last week the legendary William Shatner (Star Trek, Boston Legal) was announced as a guest alongside Shannen Doherty (Beverly Hills 90210, Charmed), Cary Elwes (The Princess Bride, Saw, Robin Hood: Men in Tights) and The Rocky Horror Picture Show’s Patricia Quinn and Nell Campbell.
Oz Comic-Con Melbourne is on July 6 and 7 at the Royal Exhibition Building and looks to be even bigger than last year’s event. Check out the Official Website for more information on guests, events and ticket enquiries Will you be attending Oz Comic-Con this year? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned to Capsule Computers as we will be covering the event as it happens when the time comes.
