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Dynasty Warriors 8 Empires will receive a stripped-back free-to-play version alongside its full retail release, Tecmo Koei has revealed. The company has announced that Dynasty Warriors 8 Empires Free Alliances Version will launch next month through the PlayStation Network. The free-to-play take on the game allows players to use Edit …
Read More »Halo: Nightfall webseries heading to DVD and Blu-ray next month
Microsoft Studios will bring Halo: Nightfall to DVD and Blu-ray next month, the company has announced alongside the release of a new trailer. Originally aired episodically on Xbox Live, the Ridley Scott-produced Nightfall will be combined into a feature-length film for a physical release on March 17th. Microsoft has confirmed …
Read More »Capcom confirms no local co-op for Resident Evil Revelations 2 on PC
The PC release of Resident Evil Revelations 2 does not support offline co-op play, and players aren’t happy with Capcom’s duplicity on the matter. Unlike the PlayStation and Xbox editions of the game, Revelations 2 can only be played in single player. Capcom failed to mention this prior to the …
Read More »Tales of Zestiria Steam database listing unearthed
A PC port for Bandai Namco’s PS3 release Tales of Zestiria could be in the works, if a new Steam database listing is anything to go by. The listing has been changed from Tales of Zestiria to TOZ since it was originally spotted, but would seem to indicate a Steam …
Read More »OlliOlli dev unveils Not a Hero for PC, PS4 and Vita
OlliOlli developer Roll7 has revealed it’s working on more than just a sequel to its 2D skateboarding title. The team has announced cover-based shooter Not A Hero for release this year on PC, PS4 and PS Vita. A beta version will make the convention rounds in both the UK and …
Read More »Amiibo trio receives price drop
Nintendo has announced a price drop for Donkey Kong, Peach and Yoshi amiibo figures. The toys – previously priced at $12.99 each – are now available for $9.99. All three characters ranked in the lower half of the top 10 best-selling amiibo in North America. New versions of Peach and …
Read More »Bioware co-founder returns to game development
Greg Zeschuk has announced his return to games, with the Bioware co-founder chairing Vancouver-based studio Biba. The developer focuses on creating mobile augmented reality apps that work alongside playground equipment. Game experiences are designed for kids, though the apps are primarily intended to be used by parents through refereed play.” …
Read More »Microsoft rolls out Xbox One screenshot support next month
Xbox One’s March update will offer a few new features, including the ability to take screenshots directly from the console’s dashboard. The update is already available to participants of Xbox One’s preview program, and is prepped to add screenshot support, a suggested friends list, and the ability to share your …
Read More »Machinima gets $24m from Warner Bros, cuts staff
Machinima has landed another round of funding led by Warner Bros, though it hasn’t stopped the multi-channel network from cutting a chunk of its staff along with a few programs. A total of $24m has been raised for the network by Warner Bros, Redpoint Ventures, MK Capital, Coffin Capital and …
Read More »Twitch unveils TwitchCon, inaugural event set for September
Twitch has announced it will host the first annual TwitchCon this September in San Francisco, California. Twitch.tv host Marcus Graham revealed the news on the video broadcasting firm’s weekly update show, stating the conference will take place September 25th and 26th at the Moscone center in San Francisco – where …
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