Recently it was surprisingly revealedthat Drakengard 3 is currently being developed by Access Games and will be published by Square Enix sometime in the future. However outside of some artwork and scans of a magazine, no one knew what to expect from the game.
That is until today when the game’s official websitelaunched with some high resolution screens from the game. Now while the graphics from these screens look rather dismal, it is worth noting that the developers mentioned that the title is only 60% done at this point, so hopefully things will improve visually by the time the game is released.
With the upcoming release of action-platformer Alien Spidy, Leicester, UK-based Kalypso Media has released a video showing the xenomorphic arachnid tearing through six levels with extreme speed and ease.
Alien Spidy, developed by Enigma Software, puts you in the shoes (shoes, shoes, and shoes) of “Spidy,” an alien spider who’s crash landed on earth in search of his friend, Virgi, and the lost parts of his now-scattered spaceship.
Features of Alien Spidy include:
69 Levels
Three settings (Forest, Pond, Caves)
More than 300 collectibles and achievements
A mixture of side-scrolling action artistically crafted with bright landscapes
Constantly evolving physical puzzles
Alien Spidy will be available on March 20 for XBox Live Arcade for 800 Microsoft Points and for the Mac and PC for $9.99. The game will also launch on the PlayStation Network shortly thereafter for the price of $9.99. For more info on Alien Spidy, be sure to check out the official website here.
Today the Mugen Souls Z opening sequence was revealed a full month before the game is set to be released in Japan. The opening video can be checked out below and as you can see, some things have changed since players last left Chou-Chou in the original Mugen Souls.
In this title, players follow the story of the Ultimate God Sylma who, after waking up from a long sleep, has set out to gather power from other gods in the universe. As you can see, she runs into Chou-Chou and a number of other new and returning characters, though Chou-Chou seems to have shrunk for some unknown reason. Anyways, Mugen Souls Z is set to be released in Japan on April 25th and currently there has been no mention as to whether or not this game will be released overseas.
Today a new video was released for Atelier Meruru Plus and this time around we have director Yoshito Okamura showing up for a countdown video for the game. The first video is five minutes long and goes over various aspects of the game as well as how players will have a number of costumes to switch between with this Vita version of the game.
He also mentions something we already knew, and that is the fact that if the player has Atelier Totori Plus save data on their Vita, then they will unlock various bonus items for Atelier Meruru Plus. Now, at the moment none of the Atelier Plus titles have been announced for Western release, however Atelier Totori Plus was ratedin Australia so there is hope.
Puzzle games and portables go hand in hand, don’t they? Well, there is about to be yet another title for us to sink time into on the 3DS thanks to developer cerasus.media, and it goes by the name of Jewel Master Atlantis. Much like you would expect, this romp lets players rebuild the mysterious location through puzzles, with the classic match-3 styled gameplay we loved since Bejeweled made it’s debut.
Features include:
· 100 challenging levels and two game modes
· Exciting bonus features
· Collect trophies
· Match 3 adventure with completely new features
You can get a glimpse of the game for yourself through screenshots and even a nice little trailer down below, and know that Jewel Master Atlantis is now available in Europe for 4,99 € on Nintendo 3DS eShop. The US release will follow soon.
Capcom have been doing a great job as of late, delivering Mega Man in small doses to the eShop through classic titles. Today, fans have another reason to cheer as Mega Man 3 has made it’s portable debut – and of course can be purchased on the 3DS for the usual price of $4.99.
Those looking for something with an original premise are also in luck, as Forgotten Legions – a new RTS for the DSiWare and eShop has hit the service for $4.99. “Goony”, which looks to be a bit of a more intense Q-Bert styled adventure can also be purchased from the eShop at $1.99.
As far as demos go, Chasing Aurora can finally be tested out on the Wii U, while GameFreak’s HarmoKnight has a demo form this week landing on the 3DS. Full digital games entering the sphere this week include Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate and The Croods: Prehistoric Party! for the 3DS and Wii U – which will launch on March 19th. Also coming out next week for the Wii U is Need for Speed Most Wanted, Lego City Undercover, and the classic Punch Out! Feat. Dr. Dream. Out now however is Rayman Origins and Reel Fishing 3D Paradise for the 3DS. Phew…stay with me here.
Wrapping things up, you can snag the delectable and equally puzzling Ketzal’s Corridors on sale this week for just $4.99.
So there you have it. A lot of full digital, a few new gems, and plenty of software such as Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate to look forward to over the coming week.
In what is slowly becoming an increasing trend, the Japanese home video release of the latest anime film by Makoto Shinkai will include English subtitles. This was revealed on its official website, known as Kotonoha no Niwa in Japan, along with the extras, features and price of the release.
The Blu-ray version will cost 6,090 yen (AUD$62) and will contain the original soundtrack along with an extra 90 minutes of bonus features such as interviews with the director and cast, a lengthy feature on Shinkai’s unique filmography, a story board and the theatrical trailer. Buyers will also be treated to a 16-page booklet.
The DVD version will be priced at a much more attractive 3,360 yen (AUD$34) and comes in a slimmer package with the soundtrack, a short filmography feature and 30 minutes of extra footage containing the interviews and theatrical trailer.
The Garden of Words is one of Shinkai’s shorter films at just 46 minutes and hits Japanese theaters on May 31, with the home release confirmed for June 21.
Makoto Shinkai’s work has enjoyed widespread praise, with many referring to him as “the new Miyazaki”. His previous attempts include Voices of a Distant Star, The Place Promised in Our Early Days, 5cm Per Second and the recent Children Who Chase Lost Voices. All made the cut and were licensed in Australia over the years.
The Garden of Words joins Japan’s growing number of Blu-ray/DVD releases that include English subtitles, with titles such as Fate/Zero, Code Geass: Akito the Exiled and the upcoming Nanoha The Movie 2nd all containing what many consider a blessing.
Broken Rules has launched a new update for its Wii U title Chasing Aurora. Players in North America, Europe, and Australia can download the update from the Nintendo e-Shop starting from today. The update includes a variety of new features and improvements to the game including:
That’s not all though, a free demo to Chasing Aurora is also available for those who want to sample the title. The demo features the multiplayer game mode Freeze Tag and four single player challenges. It is playable by 1-5 players.
To celebrate the release of the demo and the update, Chasing Aurora is 50% off ($7.49) on the store until the 21st March.
Broken Rules staffer Martin Pichlmair admitted that he had “higher hopes” for the title upon its release on the Wii U. This update and sale will hopefully provide a boost in sales for the game.
Dragon Nest, the free to play online action MMORPG developed by Eyedentity games, has seen a huge amount of traffic on its servers since its European launch last week. The publisher eFusion, in response to this large amount of traffic have announced some events for the coming weekend.
Over 120,000 European players accessed the game since launch, and Dragon Nest seems set to continue its worldwide success over in Europe, also being available in Asia and North America. The dynamic action oriented game play and high quality graphics make this game unique and clearly defined from other RPG’s which currently saturate the market. Since its release in various countries worldwide, the game has attracted more than 200 million players overall and around 800,000 gamers playing at any one time.
eFusion have lined up some exciting events to keep players entertained. One being implemented is an ‘invite a friend’ event, which will reward players for getting their friends to join Dragon Nest, obviously hoping to capitalize on this initial launch success. The reward will then be based on the level that is eventually reached by an invited friend. Magic Jellies are one reward, and this is an item not even available in the current game, nor in the cash shop. And the top 10 of these inviters will receive a 1,000 DNP Extra Bonus as added incentive to get more people invited and playing.
Dragon Nest Europe will receive its first content update around Easter time. More details on this updated content, as well as any future events can be found here.
Once again the big hand of Xbox seems to be crippling the many throats of its gold subscribers. Welcome to Xbox Live News with Pipper, and I am your host – The Poid Pipper. This round of the Xbox newsbeat we see some familiar deals that have occurred previously. And not just once either! Xbox gold members were ecstatic with the Ultimate Game Sale that was put on just weeks ago, and now they will be praying to their Microsoft god to release the 720 pronto! Needless to say you can check out the deals and new releases below.
Looks like there is a heavy set of add-ons for Dead Space 3 fans. Let’s not forget the Gears of War: Judgment Season Pass!
Name
Release Date
Microsoft Points
(Games)
Kinect Sports Gems: Wave 3
12-Mar
Ping Pong
12-Mar
240
10 Frame Bowling
12-Mar
240
Penalty Saver
12-Mar
240
Darkstalkers Resurrection
13-Mar
1200
Alien Spidy
20-Mar
800
(Games Add-Ons)
Dead Space 3 Awakened
12-Mar
800
Dead Space 3 First Contact Pack
12-Mar
400
Dead Space 3 Witness the Truth Pack
12-Mar
400
Dead Space 3 1609
12-Mar
160
Dead Space 3 EG-900 SMG
12-Mar
160
Sleeping Dogs: Year of the Snake
12-Mar
560
Scott Pilgrim: Online Multiplayer+Wallace Pack
13-Mar
400
Minecraft Skin Pack #4
13-Mar
160
Assassin’s Creed 3 The Betrayal
19-Mar
800
Gears of War: Judgment Season Pass
19-Mar
1600
Tomb Raider: Caves and Cliffs Multiplayer Map Pack
19-Mar
400
(Games on Demand)
Dark Souls Prepare to Die
12-Mar
Motion Explosion
12-Mar
Binary Domain
12-Mar
Winter Stars
12-Mar
F1 Race Stars
12-Mar
Never Dead
12-Mar
KINECT RUSH: A Disney PIXAR Adventure
12-Mar
In addition to those repeat deals and some interesting new releases, Square Enix is currently putting on a publisher sale with games/content up to 50% off. Go ahead and click (here) to find what you are looking for!
I really hope you geared up for Gears of War because Cole Train is bringing the pain! Oh, and don’t forget – “Play Hard or Don’t Play At All!”
