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The subscription model of Crytek’s CryEngine is now available to purchase on Steam, the digital distributor has announced. Access is available in three different subscription tiers: $9.90 USD/EUR per month (1 month) $9.00 USD/EUR per month (3 months) $8.33 USD/EUR per month (6 months) Crytek revealed plans for its engine’s …
Read More »Mortal Kombat poster points to franchise’s next entry – rumour
An announcement for a new Mortal Kombat game could be on the horizon, according to a purportedly leaked teaser poster. A post on Reddit shows what appears to be an official poster – displaying the traditional dragon logo above the words Who’s Next?” Series co-creator Ed Boon appears to have …
Read More »Harmonix lays off 37 staff as studio shuffles executives
Music-focused game development studio Harmonix has let go of 37 employees in an organizational restructure. In a statement to Joystiq, a Harmonix spokesperson explained 37 full-time positions have been eliminated to bring things into alignment with current and upcoming plans. "Harmonix is in the process of restructuring our organization to …
Read More »EA teases Plants vs Zombies: Garden Warfare on PlayStation
EA has posted a new Plants vs Zombies: Garden Warfare image that hints at a PlayStation version for PopCap’s third-person shooter. The image (pictured) – posted to EA’s Twitter account earlier this week – seems an obvious tribute to Sony’s Sly Cooper. EA has yet to officially announce anything regarding …
Read More »Minecraft: Xbox 360 Edition Halo Mash-up Pack out today
The Minecraft: Xbox 360 Edition Halo Mash-up Pack is scheduled to arrive today via the Xbox Games Store, Microsoft has announced. A post on Xbox Wire details the new $3.99 DLC, which packs a Halo-themed texture set, UI options, and Halo items for crafting. The content drop brings 40 Halo …
Read More »Thatgamecompany raises $7m in funding for upcoming title
Journey developer Thatgamecompany has raised $7m in funding for its next game, the independent studio has announced. The company posted the news on its website, revealing that it has partnered with investment-team Capitol Today to fund its upcoming release. We are proud to share the news today that our studio …
Read More »Sacred 3 release moved up to early August as pre-orders open
Keen Games’ action RPG Sacred 3 will launch three weeks ahead of its originally announced release date, publisher Deep Silver has announced. The game had previously been scheduled to arrive on August 26th on PS3, but will now launch on August 5th on PC, Xbox 360 and PS3. Pre-orders in …
Read More »Counter-Strike co-creator says Left 4 Dead 3 is in development
Counter-Strike co-creator and former Valve employee Minh Le has seemingly confirmed Left 4 Dead 3 is in active development – stating that the game is real, and looking great in his opinion. In a video interview spotted by Shacknews, Le explains he’s already seen the game with his own two …
Read More »Final Fantasy III launches on Steam
The previously announced upgraded version of 1990 Famicom title and 2006 DS remake Final Fantasy III has arrived on Steam. The game’s Windows PC release – revealed earlier this month by publisher Square Enix – is available now via Valve’s digital distribution platform for $15.99. The new version specifically packs …
Read More »Steam top ten sellers chart: May 18-24
Wolfenstein: The New Order used a strong launch to knock DayZ off the top spot of this week’s Steam top sellers chart. Supergiant’s Transistor also sold its way past Bohemia’s Early Access title, grabbing the runner-up spot and relegating DayZ to third. Pre-orders for Watch Dogs continue to keep the …
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