Review: Band Stars:
I was in a band once. We were called "Stutter", and we were a punk outfit. We had four songs in our arsenal, and only two were any good. Somehow, though, we got to to play on the same stage that Muse references when Matt
Thursday, December 5, 2013
Blacklight: Retribution Review
Blacklight: Retribution Review:
Beneath the neon-bathed futuristic sheen and jagged dubstep warble of Blacklight: Retribution's cyberpunk vibe lies a shooter that plays it too safe for its own good. Minor excitements such as a mech-like robo suit, a flamethrower, and hacking minigames don't tip the scale far enough into innovative territory to round out the standard trigger-happy action on tap here. Every so often, the fast-paced running and gunning hits a high point, when the sprawling industrial maps are filled with warm bodies to blast. This free-to-play online shooter initially proves to be an enticing option on the PlayStation 4 if you're looking for multiplayer mayhem on the cheap, but getting permanent access to Retribution's coolest high-tech killing gadgets can take a punishing toll on your wallet.
Beneath the neon-bathed futuristic sheen and jagged dubstep warble of Blacklight: Retribution's cyberpunk vibe lies a shooter that plays it too safe for its own good. Minor excitements such as a mech-like robo suit, a flamethrower, and hacking minigames don't tip the scale far enough into innovative territory to round out the standard trigger-happy action on tap here. Every so often, the fast-paced running and gunning hits a high point, when the sprawling industrial maps are filled with warm bodies to blast. This free-to-play online shooter initially proves to be an enticing option on the PlayStation 4 if you're looking for multiplayer mayhem on the cheap, but getting permanent access to Retribution's coolest high-tech killing gadgets can take a punishing toll on your wallet.
World of Warplanes Review
World of Warplanes Review:
With a fuselage chewed up by bullet holes, an injured pilot who's bleeding out, and smoke trailing out of your engine, few things are more gratifying than ramming your doomed fighter headlong into the jerk who put you in such dire straights to begin with. World of Warplanes makes as much room for tactical sneakery as it does fancy flying, which gives your likelihood of surviving an exciting air of uncertainty. When the skies are swarming with fighters, dogfights spill into one another as you rocket through waves of antiaircraft fire and near misses. Layer on top of this an exhaustive list of unlockable planes and part upgrades to tinker with, and you have a game that is far more enjoyable than its repetitive nature might suggest.
With a fuselage chewed up by bullet holes, an injured pilot who's bleeding out, and smoke trailing out of your engine, few things are more gratifying than ramming your doomed fighter headlong into the jerk who put you in such dire straights to begin with. World of Warplanes makes as much room for tactical sneakery as it does fancy flying, which gives your likelihood of surviving an exciting air of uncertainty. When the skies are swarming with fighters, dogfights spill into one another as you rocket through waves of antiaircraft fire and near misses. Layer on top of this an exhaustive list of unlockable planes and part upgrades to tinker with, and you have a game that is far more enjoyable than its repetitive nature might suggest.
Korean News and Beta Test Announcements
- AfreecaTV signs partnership contract with Youtube.
- Smilegate FPS “Crossfire” holds open countdown test from December 5 to 8.
- Nexon “Maplestory” starts Naver Game channeling service.
- Galaxy Gate action RPG “Legend of Fighters” starts client download prior to formal service on December 6.
- Nexon RPG “Tales Weaver” starts Taiwan formal service via publisher Game Cyber.
- Crytek FPS “Warface” winter update “Coup d’etat” teaser and video revealed.
- Efun Company Limited smartphone fantasy RPG “Deamoon” starts CBT on December 6.
- Efun Company Limited smartphone game “Shingihaeng” released in iOS version.
- Reeko Korea TCG “General-Beginning of a Legend” released in Google Play store.
War Thunder: Ground Forces Closed Beta Begins
War Thunder: Ground Forces Closed Beta Begins:
Gaijin Entertainment has announced that the closed beta phase has started for the War Thunder expansion, Ground Forces. Gaijin is creating a game, according to the press release, that allows players to experience World War II
Gaijin Entertainment has announced that the closed beta phase has started for the War Thunder expansion, Ground Forces. Gaijin is creating a game, according to the press release, that allows players to experience World War II
How can you score a contact at Apple? Make sure you court the press
How can you score a contact at Apple? Make sure you court the press:
When you send off a press release to a games magazine or website, what are you hoping to achieve? If you think any coverage of your game will directly lead to masses of downloads you're likely to be disappointed, argued gumi
When you send off a press release to a games magazine or website, what are you hoping to achieve? If you think any coverage of your game will directly lead to masses of downloads you're likely to be disappointed, argued gumi
Less than 0.1% of App Store games are successful, claims Wooga
Less than 0.1% of App Store games are successful, claims Wooga:
"Is there such a thing as a KPI for fun?" asked Sebastian Kriese, corporate development lead at casual gaming specialist Wooga, during his talk at Game Connection Europe in Paris. "If you're testing a prototype for a new
"Is there such a thing as a KPI for fun?" asked Sebastian Kriese, corporate development lead at casual gaming specialist Wooga, during his talk at Game Connection Europe in Paris. "If you're testing a prototype for a new
The Charticle: Smart early moves from the Clumsy Ninja
The Charticle: Smart early moves from the Clumsy Ninja:
Having the weight of Apple's marketing division behind you is a sure fire recipe for success, and Clumsy Ninja has been reaping the rewards of being one of Apple's poster boys. NaturalMotion's 'game' was first revealed
Having the weight of Apple's marketing division behind you is a sure fire recipe for success, and Clumsy Ninja has been reaping the rewards of being one of Apple's poster boys. NaturalMotion's 'game' was first revealed
Find hidden objects as a guest of Hotel Enigma on Facebook
Find hidden objects as a guest of Hotel Enigma on Facebook:
Image via Game Insight Following in the footsteps of games like Mystery Manor, Game Insight has released another hidden object game on Facebook: Hotel Enigma. Also available on iPad, Hotel Enigma challenges players with
Image via Game Insight Following in the footsteps of games like Mystery Manor, Game Insight has released another hidden object game on Facebook: Hotel Enigma. Also available on iPad, Hotel Enigma challenges players with
General: Inferno Legends Closed Beta to Begin December 10th
General: Inferno Legends Closed Beta to Begin December 10th:
Inferno Legends gives players the opportunity to play as evil incarnate in a bid to decimate the forces of good. Changyou has announced that Inferno Legends will enter closed beta testing on December 10th. To celebrate the
Inferno Legends gives players the opportunity to play as evil incarnate in a bid to decimate the forces of good. Changyou has announced that Inferno Legends will enter closed beta testing on December 10th. To celebrate the
The Rivers of Alice Review
The Rivers of Alice Review:
The Rivers of Alice Review By Lucy Ingram on December 4th, 2013 Our Rating: :: BEAUTIFUL AND DREAMLIKE Universal App - Designed for iPhone and iPad Alluring and mesmerizing, The Rivers of Alice is the perfect game for
The Rivers of Alice Review By Lucy Ingram on December 4th, 2013 Our Rating: :: BEAUTIFUL AND DREAMLIKE Universal App - Designed for iPhone and iPad Alluring and mesmerizing, The Rivers of Alice is the perfect game for
Review: Doctor Who: Legacy
Review: Doctor Who: Legacy:
Full disclosure: I sort of like Doctor Who. I'm by no means a rabid fan of the series, but I've watched enough to know that Billie Piper is the Bad Wolf, Rory's always dying, and bow ties are cool. Even so, the majority of the fan
Full disclosure: I sort of like Doctor Who. I'm by no means a rabid fan of the series, but I've watched enough to know that Billie Piper is the Bad Wolf, Rory's always dying, and bow ties are cool. Even so, the majority of the fan
Villagers and Heroes: Building a Better Game World
Villagers and Heroes: Building a Better Game World:
Villagers and Heroes is a game with a twist: It is largely based on crafting and free-form game play. We took a look at Villagers & Heroes and have a great preview to offer. Read on before heading to the comments.
Villagers and Heroes is a game with a twist: It is largely based on crafting and free-form game play. We took a look at Villagers & Heroes and have a great preview to offer. Read on before heading to the comments.
Insomniac canning Outernauts on Facebook and Kongregate to focus on iOS
Insomniac canning Outernauts on Facebook and Kongregate to focus on iOS:
Insominac Games is shutting down Outernauts, its free-to-play Pokémon-like social game, on Facebook and Kongregate in...
Insominac Games is shutting down Outernauts, its free-to-play Pokémon-like social game, on Facebook and Kongregate in...
With Valve pushing Linux, the company joins The Linux Foundation
With Valve pushing Linux, the company joins The Linux Foundation:
"Joining the Linux Foundation is one of many ways Valve is investing in the advancement of Linux gaming." - Mike Sartain of Valve explains the company's next step in supporting the future of video games in Linux. ...
"Joining the Linux Foundation is one of many ways Valve is investing in the advancement of Linux gaming." - Mike Sartain of Valve explains the company's next step in supporting the future of video games in Linux. ...
Gaijin Entertainment: "We're not the greedy bastards here"
Gaijin Entertainment: "We're not the greedy bastards here":
Free games on consoles will have to hit higher standards, says CEO Anton Yudintsev
Free games on consoles will have to hit higher standards, says CEO Anton Yudintsev
Kingdom Under Fire II: Game Modes
Kingdom Under Fire II: Game Modes:
We've post the sneak previews trailer of the upcoming English server of Kingdom Under Fire II few weeks ago, and we’d like to share something new which including game modes, troops and skill system with you today.
We've post the sneak previews trailer of the upcoming English server of Kingdom Under Fire II few weeks ago, and we’d like to share something new which including game modes, troops and skill system with you today.
Kingdom Under Fire II English Closed Beta Soon
Kingdom Under Fire II English Closed Beta Soon:
MMOG Asia just updated their teaser page today http://kuf2.mmog.asia/with a hint of a beta soon. Navigating through the page myself, I found two buttons saying "Get Your Beta Key" and "Activate Beta Key" on the main menu.
MMOG Asia just updated their teaser page today http://kuf2.mmog.asia/with a hint of a beta soon. Navigating through the page myself, I found two buttons saying "Get Your Beta Key" and "Activate Beta Key" on the main menu.
Review: Super Tank Poker
Review: Super Tank Poker:
The best thing about Super Tank Poker is that is has a clearly defined hook. It is Advance Wars-meets-poker. Simple as that. The only problem with a description like that, though, is the very likely chance that the game falls
The best thing about Super Tank Poker is that is has a clearly defined hook. It is Advance Wars-meets-poker. Simple as that. The only problem with a description like that, though, is the very likely chance that the game falls
Ballpoint Universe Infinite Review
Ballpoint Universe Infinite Review:
Ballpoint Universe Infinite Review By Angela LaFollette on December 4th, 2013 Our Rating: :: BEAUTIFUL ARTWORKiPad Only App - Designed for the iPad Be prepared to hit a paywall to explore all that this hand-drawn shoot-
Ballpoint Universe Infinite Review By Angela LaFollette on December 4th, 2013 Our Rating: :: BEAUTIFUL ARTWORKiPad Only App - Designed for the iPad Be prepared to hit a paywall to explore all that this hand-drawn shoot-
Stateside: Violent change is coming. Only the innovative will survive
Stateside: Violent change is coming. Only the innovative will survive:
There are signs that things could get ugly in the next few months for the free-to-play mobile gaming market. According to Superdata, while mobile gaming is still growing in terms of revenue, it's being outpaced by user acquisition
There are signs that things could get ugly in the next few months for the free-to-play mobile gaming market. According to Superdata, while mobile gaming is still growing in terms of revenue, it's being outpaced by user acquisition
Spil Games is gunning for HTML5 in a big way
Spil Games is gunning for HTML5 in a big way:
Casual game network Spil Games today announced that it will invest $5 million in developers creating HTML5 games during 2014, as the company looks to push the HTML5 platform. ...
Casual game network Spil Games today announced that it will invest $5 million in developers creating HTML5 games during 2014, as the company looks to push the HTML5 platform. ...
Mobile Controllers: Game On or Dead On Arrival?
Mobile Controllers: Game On or Dead On Arrival?:
We chat with several devs about the new iOS game pads and what impact they will ultimately have
We chat with several devs about the new iOS game pads and what impact they will ultimately have
Kritika Online Open Beta in Japan
Kritika Online Open Beta in Japan:
The Japanese version of Kritika Online just phased into Open Beta Test today and creating an account is fairly easy due to the Open ID system with Facebook or Google account linking. What's the catch? In my experience, the
The Japanese version of Kritika Online just phased into Open Beta Test today and creating an account is fairly easy due to the Open ID system with Facebook or Google account linking. What's the catch? In my experience, the
Bigpoint founder joins Flaregames board
Bigpoint founder joins Flaregames board:
"It's an appealing task to help guide the coming growth phase of Flaregames"
"It's an appealing task to help guide the coming growth phase of Flaregames"
Kongregate: F2P success relies on games 'retaining their soul'
Kongregate: F2P success relies on games 'retaining their soul':
Considering a large portion of Kongregate's David P Chiu's talk at Game Connection Europe in Paris focused on analysing free-to-play statistics, it was interesting that he also warned against developers focusing too much on
Considering a large portion of Kongregate's David P Chiu's talk at Game Connection Europe in Paris focused on analysing free-to-play statistics, it was interesting that he also warned against developers focusing too much on
Mirror War – Thailand publisher announced for online arcade shooter
Mirror War – Thailand publisher announced for online arcade shooter:
Revealed earlier today, Mirror War will once again be expanding into the Southeast Asia market (after Singapore, Malaysia and Indonesia), this time landing on Thailand. The publisher will be SkyMate, apparently a new online
Revealed earlier today, Mirror War will once again be expanding into the Southeast Asia market (after Singapore, Malaysia and Indonesia), this time landing on Thailand. The publisher will be SkyMate, apparently a new online
Gary Chalk's Gun Dogs Review
Gary Chalk's Gun Dogs Review:
For gamebook fans of a certain age, Gary Chalk is a name to conjure with. He got co-author credits for the illustrations in the early Lone Wolf books, probably the best loved of the many gamebook franchises that thronged
For gamebook fans of a certain age, Gary Chalk is a name to conjure with. He got co-author credits for the illustrations in the early Lone Wolf books, probably the best loved of the many gamebook franchises that thronged
'Steam Punks' Review - This Could Have Been Mega, Man
'Steam Punks' Review - This Could Have Been Mega, Man:
Poor, old Mega Man. Although he's one of gaming's longest-running and most prolific icons, he's surely seen his ups and downs, and these last couple years have been some serious examples of the latter. While not so long ago
Poor, old Mega Man. Although he's one of gaming's longest-running and most prolific icons, he's surely seen his ups and downs, and these last couple years have been some serious examples of the latter. While not so long ago
Harmony Isle Review
Harmony Isle Review:
Harmony Isle Review By Jennifer Allen on December 4th, 2013 Our Rating: :: CHARMING BUT SLOWUniversal App - Designed for iPhone and iPad Offering a few moments of originality, Harmony Isle still finds itself firmly in the
Harmony Isle Review By Jennifer Allen on December 4th, 2013 Our Rating: :: CHARMING BUT SLOWUniversal App - Designed for iPhone and iPad Offering a few moments of originality, Harmony Isle still finds itself firmly in the
CrossFire 2 – Smilegate reveals development for sequel has started
CrossFire 2 – Smilegate reveals development for sequel has started:
According to various reports from South Korea, Smilegate has revealed to the media that CrossFire 2 is currently in development. The project started just this summer, and currently is looking to fill the team up with development
According to various reports from South Korea, Smilegate has revealed to the media that CrossFire 2 is currently in development. The project started just this summer, and currently is looking to fill the team up with development
Ben 10: Wrath of Psychobos Review
Ben 10: Wrath of Psychobos Review:
Ben 10: Wrath of Psychobos Review By Carter Dotson on December 4th, 2013 Our Rating: :: BEN 6/10Universal App - Designed for iPhone and iPad Ben 10: Wrath of Psychobos has good ideas in play but falters in its
Ben 10: Wrath of Psychobos Review By Carter Dotson on December 4th, 2013 Our Rating: :: BEN 6/10Universal App - Designed for iPhone and iPad Ben 10: Wrath of Psychobos has good ideas in play but falters in its
Roxie’s Puzzle Adventure Review
Roxie’s Puzzle Adventure Review:
Roxie’s Puzzle Adventure Review By Amy Solomon on December 4th, 2013 Our Rating: :: PERFECT PUZZLES FOR ALLUniversal App - Designed for iPhone and iPad Roxie’s Puzzle Adventure is a perfect puzzle app for both
Roxie’s Puzzle Adventure Review By Amy Solomon on December 4th, 2013 Our Rating: :: PERFECT PUZZLES FOR ALLUniversal App - Designed for iPhone and iPad Roxie’s Puzzle Adventure is a perfect puzzle app for both
Galaxy Run Review
Galaxy Run Review:
Galaxy Run Review By Arron Hirst on December 4th, 2013 Our Rating: :: PAY-TO-PLAY JETPACK FUNUniversal App - Designed for iPhone and iPad Galaxy Run will likely please casual gamers looking for an addictive and challenging
Galaxy Run Review By Arron Hirst on December 4th, 2013 Our Rating: :: PAY-TO-PLAY JETPACK FUNUniversal App - Designed for iPhone and iPad Galaxy Run will likely please casual gamers looking for an addictive and challenging
VCs invest in games not platforms, says Yetizen CEO
VCs invest in games not platforms, says Yetizen CEO:
Yetizen's CEO Sana Choudary took the stage at AppNation in San Francisco to deliver some surprising, data-driven insight into venture capitalist investment in the games sector. "Earlier this year, a lot of the press said
Yetizen's CEO Sana Choudary took the stage at AppNation in San Francisco to deliver some surprising, data-driven insight into venture capitalist investment in the games sector. "Earlier this year, a lot of the press said
Blacklight: Retribution launches today for European PS4 consoles
Blacklight: Retribution launches today for European PS4 consoles:
Filed under: Sci-Fi, Launches, News Items, War, Free-to-Play, Consoles, MMOFPS, Post-Apocalyptic Zombie Studios' free-to-play multiplayer shooter, Blacklight: Retribution, is set for launch on European PlayStation 4 consoles
Filed under: Sci-Fi, Launches, News Items, War, Free-to-Play, Consoles, MMOFPS, Post-Apocalyptic Zombie Studios' free-to-play multiplayer shooter, Blacklight: Retribution, is set for launch on European PlayStation 4 consoles
Chart of the Week: Kindle Fire is America's most popular Android gaming tablet
Chart of the Week: Kindle Fire is America's most popular Android gaming tablet:
Android is catching up with iOS in terms of which mobile OS is the most popular among portable gamers in the US. But iOS remains the clear winner when it comes to revenue. This is all according to the Q3 App Annie & IDC
Android is catching up with iOS in terms of which mobile OS is the most popular among portable gamers in the US. But iOS remains the clear winner when it comes to revenue. This is all according to the Q3 App Annie & IDC
Hawken Launches Wreckage Update and Operation Frostburn | Ten Ton Hammer
Hawken Launches Wreckage Update and Operation Frostburn | Ten Ton Hammer:
Hawken gets a shiny new update and adds a little holiday spirit with new cosmetics and the return of the Operation Frostburn event.
Hawken gets a shiny new update and adds a little holiday spirit with new cosmetics and the return of the Operation Frostburn event.
Facebook games on the decline? No one told that to Pretty Simple Games
Facebook games on the decline? No one told that to Pretty Simple Games:
Though notable companies have shied away from the social game scene, Pretty Simple's Criminal Case has met the challenges of Facebook and come away with a 6 million DAU game. ...
Though notable companies have shied away from the social game scene, Pretty Simple's Criminal Case has met the challenges of Facebook and come away with a 6 million DAU game. ...
New iOS Games Tonight: Assassin's Creed Pirates, Tank Domination and more!
New iOS Games Tonight: Assassin's Creed Pirates, Tank Domination and more!:
Pirates and tanks and medieval puppets, oh my! Yup, you read that right: there are certainly some big things gearing up to hit the App Store later on tonight, and my mobile devices are already itching to download them all.For instance,
Pirates and tanks and medieval puppets, oh my! Yup, you read that right: there are certainly some big things gearing up to hit the App Store later on tonight, and my mobile devices are already itching to download them all.For instance,
Riot Season 4 LCS contracts stipulate players cannot stream Dota 2, Blizzard games
Riot Season 4 LCS contracts stipulate players cannot stream Dota 2, Blizzard games:
This story originally appeared on GameSpot's eSports focused site onGamers.com.With less than three weeks until Riot's Battle of the Atlantic tournament, teams and players are being finalized for Season 4 of Riot's
This story originally appeared on GameSpot's eSports focused site onGamers.com.With less than three weeks until Riot's Battle of the Atlantic tournament, teams and players are being finalized for Season 4 of Riot's
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