Author - Jerry Paxton

Meet the Rogues of Tropico 4 Gold

2012/11/28
Jerry Paxton
News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News, Xbox 360 News

Ridgewood, NJ, November 28, 2012 – Kalypso Media is pleased to release a new gameplay trailer forTropico 4 Gold Edition today – this one focusing on key NPC’s in the game. Today’s “Meet the Rogues” video features such offbeat characters as the ever-intellectual Miss Pineapple, the incredibly intolerable Sunny Flowers and the overbearing General Rodriguez. Each of these NPC’s will challenge your skills as a leader, tasking you with different missions to complete, while helping (or hindering) your island’s progress from backwater banana republic to global superpower. Download the new trailer now for a quick look at the humorous personalities that make Tropico 4 Gold Edition much more than a simple city-builder.

Trailer

HeroEngine 2 is Now Available

2012/11/28
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, Industry News, News

LONDON – November 28, 2012 – Idea Fabrik today announced the launch of HeroEngine 2. The new Engine will offer developers state-of-the-art graphics, high spec development tools and integrated middleware.

“We are very excited about the new features and expanded tools available in HeroEngine 2” said Alex Shalash, Idea Fabrik’ co-Founder and Chairman. “The release of HeroEngine 2 proves our continued commitment to empowering any game developer to create – faster and easier than ever before – powerful online games across all genres.”

HeroEngine 2 provides all the necessary tools to build online games; it streamlines the entire process and allows teams to create and update their game faster and in real-time. “We are providing development tools without restrictions, code crunching and time constraints; games can now be designed with fun and creativity at heart. HeroEngine is leveling the playing field and opening game development to everyone” concluded Shalash.

HeroEngine 2 includes the following keys features and updates:

Graphics:
Powerful changes to graphics engine including several new tools that make it easier for game developers to create and re-create realistic scenes such as custom shaders, shadows and HDR rendering.

Development Tools:
New Foundation Framework components have been added including game matchmaking lobbies, multi-area and group chat, and an item and social system. The Foundation Framework are customizable core system building blocks that are able to be used in any online game, By adding these new core game systems, HeroEngine allows developers instead to focus on innovative gameplay features.

HeroEngine 2 also includes a more intuitive new user interface for the engine’s editor and repository browser.

Overall engine performance improvements have also been made.

Middleware:
In addition to the existing middleware providers, HeroEngine 2 now integrates two new key middleware solutions:

 

  • SpeedTree® for Games 6, a professional solution for adding animated trees and foliage seamlessly into games
  • Awesomium® Web UI Browser Framework, which allows for seamless integration of critical in-game systems such as micro transactions and subscriptions, and also provides an easy and flexible way to create immersive UI and web content.

HeroEngine 2 is immediately available on HeroCloud through various licensing options starting from $99 per year. HeroCloud is Idea Fabrik’s cloud-hosted development and live game service, offering affordable access to HeroEngine. For more information on source code licenses, please visitheroengine.com.

Two New Real Racing 3 Screenshots

2012/11/28
Jerry Paxton
Mobile News, News, Screenshots / Photos

EA Mobile has sent out two new screenshots from their upcoming Real Racing 3 – these are rivaling console racers now. Enjoy!

Screenshots

New SU-27 WiP Screens from Flaming Cliffs 3

2012/11/28
Jerry Paxton
News, Screenshots / Photos, Windows PC News

These new screenshots of the SU-27 Flanker were recently posted up over at the official Eagle Dynamics forums. The aircraft will be seen in their upcoming Lock On: Flaming Cliffs 3.

Screenshots

World of Warcraft: Landfall Patch 5.1 Live

2012/11/27
Jerry Paxton
News, Screenshots / Photos, Windows PC News

Blizzard Entertainment has announced the release of World of Warcraft: Landfall Patch 5.1, which includes a host of new features which you can read about below – enjoy!

Patch Features

Horde vs. Alliance Storyline

  • Horde vs. Alliance conflict ramps up with a new series of daily quests in Krasarang Wilds
    • ·           Players will defend their outpost and attack the opposing faction’s outpost
    • ·           Slaying rival NPCs and opposing faction players earns commendations that can be used for  base upgrades, such as additional guards, buffs, and more
  • Players will learn more of the Pandaren lore and learn more about the Horde vs. Alliance conflict that will be continued in future content updates

Two new actions offering cool new rewards

  • Operation: Shieldwall (Alliance)
  • Dominance Offensive (Horde)

New Scenarios will expand the Mists of Pandaria storyline

  • 5 new Scenarios (2 unique scenarios for each faction; 1 playable by either faction)
  • Assault on Zan’Vess (Horde and Alliance)
  • Lion’s Landing and A Little Patience (Alliance)
  • Domination Point and Dagger in the Dark (Horde)

Pet Battles System Upgrades

  • ·           Enhancements to the Pet Battles System UI that players have been asking for, such as improved sorting, pet levels revealed on the map, and more
  • ·           Battle-stones now available to upgrade quality of pets
  • ·           New rare pets drop from vanilla raid bosses: Molten Core, Blackwing Lair, Temple of Ahn’Qiraj, and Naxxramas

Brawler’s Guild

  • Very exclusive solo PvE “underground” fighting that’s invitation only
  • Gladiator-style fights against Azeroth’s toughest creatures
  • Fights get progressively more difficult — and prestige increases — as battles progress

Legendary Quest Line Continued

  • Next step in the Mists of Pandaria Black Prince legendary quest line opens up to players

Raids

  • Raid groups are no longer necessary to enter pre-Mists of Pandaria raid dungeons

Patch Screenshots

New Screens and Info on DARK

2012/11/27
Jerry Paxton
News, Screenshots / Photos, Windows PC News, Xbox 360 News

Ridgewood, NJ, November 27, 2012 – Publisher Kalypso Media and developer Realmforge Studios are pleased to show off a selection of exciting new screenshots from DARK, the upcoming action-RPG for console and Windows PC.  The captivating new screenshots will give gamers a deeper look into the characters and environments found in DARK, as well as showcasing the game’s unique 3D cel-shaded art style.  DARK is a supernatural third-person stealth action game where players will explore the shadowy world of a vampire anti-hero as he fights against the forces of the GeoForge Corporation in an attempt to shed light to their dark secrets.  DARK is scheduled for release Q2 2013.

DARK is a stealth action game with RPG elements that lets you slip into the role of the ultimate killer… a vampire. Stalk your enemies from the shadows then use powerful vampire abilities to attack and silently dispatch them! The exciting story of DARK immerses you in a world full of blood and darkness in which the hunter can become the hunted at any time.   As you unravel the mystery behind the omnipresent and powerful global conglomerate, Geoforge, you must continually improve your character by developing powerful skills to aid you in remaining unobserved, or silence those unfortunate enough to take too keen an interest in you.

Features of DARK:

  •  Stealth and action combine as players walk the world in darkness and silence, attacking their unsuspecting foes with supernatural fury
  • Use powerful vampire abilities and hard-hitting melee attacks to defeat dangerous enemies — turn into a puff of smoke and disappear, or close with your foes in an instant!
  • Powerful and intelligently controlled AI enemies mix the fantastic with the real-world. Battle police and elite special forces along with ghouls and other vampires
  • Castles, museums, skyscrapers, nightclubs and more are rendered in stunning 3D cel-shaded graphics, beckoning the player to explore — but beware, powerful enemies hide everywhere
  • RPG element mix with a compelling story – players will build up their skills through successful evasion and combat, while advancing the story through conversations with NPCs

Screenshots

Word of Tanks Championship to be Held at World Cyber Games 2012

2012/11/27
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, Windows PC News

27 November, 2012 – Wargaming today announced details of the World of Tanks championship at the World Cyber Games 2012 Grand Finals. Marking the game’s debut as an official eSports discipline, this year`s challenge will be held in Kunshan, China from November 29th to December 2nd.

Fifteen top professional and competitive teams from across Europe, North America, and Asia battled their way through online qualifiers and national finals to compete for the coveted title of World of Tanks World Champion and prize purses going to the best three teams.

The tournament will begin with two groups of eight and seven teams that will see the top two competitors in each group advance to the single elimination best-of-three bracket.

“We are focused on expanding World of Tanks as a world-wide eSport discipline,”- said Victor Kislyi, CEO of Wargaming. “Events like the World Cyber Games spur growth in it as a cyber sport by encouraging pro gamers to pump more hours into improvement and helping us find what needs to be changed to enhance the gaming experience.”

The final battles for the World of Tanks grand prize will be held on December 1, 2012. The semi-finals and the 3rd/4th place matches will be held on stage D, while the ultimate encounter will unfold on stage A.

All stage matches of the WCG 2012 Grand Finals will be broadcasted live by Korean Ongamenet, Twitch TV, Daum TV pot and Chinese NeoTV.

About World Cyber Games

First held in 2001, World Cyber Games is an international competitive cyber-gaming event operated by South Korean company World Cyber Games Inc. and sponsored by Samsung. The tournament encourages cyber athletes from all six continents compete for prizes and prestige, and is credited with launching the professional careers of many of the planet’s top video game competitors. The event has a yearlong tournament format, which begins with online, national and regional competitions around the world. Top national competitors then convene to compete in the ultimate global eSports tournament, the WCG Grand Final.

World Cyber Games 2012 will define best of the best in four titles: StarCraftВ® II: Wings of Libertyв„ў, FIFA 12, Cross FireВ®, and World of Tanks.

For more information: http://www.wcg.com/

Razer Updates its Orochi Notebook Gaming Mouse

2012/11/27
Jerry Paxton
News, Peripherals News, Windows PC News

CARLBAD, Calif. –Nov. 27, 2012– Razer™, the world leader in high-performance gaming hardware, announced its new Razer Orochi gaming mouse, an evolution of the company’s previous version of the highly successful mobile mouse.

The new Razer Orochi is outfitted with the most precise laser sensor ever outfitted in a mobile gaming mouse: Its 6400 dpi 4G sensor promises to take out the competition with deadly accuracy.

The Orochi connects wirelessly through Bluetooth 3.0 found in most laptops and also supports wired gameplay, performing equally well in both wired and wireless modes.   It is also powered by two AA batteries that are optimized for extended life, doubling the battery life of its predecessor with up to 30 hours of continuous gameplay or three months of conventional usage.

“We want our dedicated fans to keep the ability to game at the high level they demand when they leave their home,” said Robert “RazerGuy” Krakoff. “Companies including Razer make mobile gaming laptops for that and, with those, there needs to be a mobile mouse solution.  The Razer Orochi answers that need. We believe we’ve ushered in a new era of mobile gaming with the extreme performance and portability of our Blade laptop and Orochi gaming mouse.”

About the New Razer Orochi

The Razer Orochi is designed to be compact and portable and it is now outfitted with the most precise sensor in a mobile mouse. Get twice the performance with the Razer Orochi’s 6400 dpi 4G laser sensor. With wired or wireless Bluetooth functionality, you can experience the frenzy of fast gameplay or freedom of movement. The Razer Orochi’s extended battery life ensures double the gaming time from its predecessor.

Price:

U.S. $69.99 / EU €69.99

Availability:

Razerzone.com – Available Now

Worldwide – Available Now

Product features: 

Features:

  • ·         6400 dpi 4G laser sensor
  • ·         Gaming-optimized Bluetooth 3.0 wireless connectivity
  • ·         Synapse 2.0 enabled
  • ·         Ambidextrous form factor
  • ·         Powered by 2x AA batteries
  • ·         30 hrs. battery life for continuous use
  • ·         Power on/off switch
  • ·         LED on scroll wheel
  • ·         Additional low battery indicator

For more information about the Razer Orochi, please visit www.razerzone.com/orochi